Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+7=20 ; Thursday July 18th, 2024 3:05:27 PM ”So, Muuru, you want to take the lead on questioning these ne’er do wells?” the cleric asks the large fellow.
Paige looks around to see if there are any interesting artifacts in this room (Perception=20).
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Thursday July 18th, 2024 6:01:09 PM
Relieved that no further bloodshed is necessary, Rhys sheathes his sword and begins securing the hands and feet of the two remaining captives. “You don’t mind do you? After all we’ve seen what you can do!”.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Thursday July 18th, 2024 6:06:00 PM
Burton walks up to the area with the surrendered shop workers. He asks them; "What was Ms Kane trying to keep out of Duncan's hands?
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Thursday July 18th, 2024 6:11:53 PM
Lothlo takes a deep breath and looks around the room to make sure the danger has really passed. Muuru is an imposing figure so Lothlo decides to play the roll of good cop to try to soften the up up a little in the hopes they will be a little more forthcoming in their answers.
[/b]Thankfully, Ms. Kane was kind enough to tell us that it was her "pet" that's been terrorizing the City for the last few days, and we witnessed her involvement in all this first hand. I don't think there is much point in hiding things at this point, I would suggest answering Muuru's questions so we can tell them you were cooperative with the investigation. [/b]
aid another +2
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=33 ; Thursday July 18th, 2024 8:05:41 PM
Zarsellet moves up to the group, shaking his head at the sight of the dead assistant. "Very smart gentlemen. Obviously Ms. Kane was the boss here and you were assistants. And things will go much better for you if you cooperate fully. Any information pertinent to what she was doing would help greatly."
OOC: Diplomacy 33
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Thursday July 18th, 2024 10:32:30 PM
Naithi takes 20 on searching the bound captive, remembering last time when her bound captive cut the ropes before the group could stop him.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Thursday July 18th, 2024 11:06:27 PM
Fingers does his best to look intimidating. All right, you two. Here's the most important question. He points to the remains of the summoning circle. What was that thing, and did we stop you from calling it?
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20=5 ; Thursday July 18th, 2024 11:19:55 PM
Kwarsk does his best to play "silent bad cop" since he just (a little accidentally) finished off their friend.
Kwarsk assists Rhys in the tying up of the remaining two assistants.
[i](OOC - SA2 would have been at -7 HP and we could have stabilized him, but he's dead now! Intimidate = 5.))
DM Tanner Thursday July 18th, 2024 11:58:47 PM
Paige finds a number of interesting knickknacks and doo-dads, but nothing more powerful than a cantrip.... If you are comfortable with looting the shop.
The shop attendants do not object to being trussed with rope. "Ms. Kane wanted to keep her piece of the Scar Scroll out of the hands of Duncan. They had been working together for quite some time to research the Scar, and when she found the fragment she cut off contact, fearing Duncan would try to take it from her."
He clears his throat. "Ms. Kane has been using the energies of the Scar to augment her powers. She always spoke of her "pet," but we did not have a chance to really see it. I believe it escaped her control as soon as it arrived, and she is still proud of it despite its independence from her influence."
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Friday July 19th, 2024 12:17:32 AM
Paige’s head snaps up from her examination of the knickknacks and doo-dads. Approaching the shop attendant, she asks: you mean it’s still out there!? Loose!? Ms. Kane’s ‘pet’ is prowling loose around Plateau City!?”
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Friday July 19th, 2024 11:47:52 AM "Where is the piece of the scar scroll? Maybe it could be examined to determine what she summoned."
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday July 19th, 2024 2:11:52 PM
Burton will walk over and search Ms Kane as he does he looks up at shop assistants; "Does Ms Kane have an office or private area in the shop??
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Friday July 19th, 2024 6:02:59 PM
Lothlo listens to the details they are being told. What can you tell us about her pet? Do you know exactly what it is? Now that the summoner is gone, do you know what will happen with her pet?
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Friday July 19th, 2024 9:44:46 PM
Does she have any notes on her research that may give us information about her pet?
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Friday July 19th, 2024 9:45:00 PM
Rhys spins on his heels when he hears of Duncan and the ‘Scar Scroll’. ”Where exactly is this scroll you speak of?”
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday July 19th, 2024 10:20:05 PM
Since the two are already being assaulted and peppered with questions, Fingers will cast Detect Magic and look around for anything useful -- invisible creatures, magic items, whatever he finds.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=15 ; Friday July 19th, 2024 10:56:56 PM
Kwarsk stands guard near the broken-down front door, but to the side, keeping an eye out for unexpected visitors (like.. the Guard).
(OOC - Perception = 15)
DM Tanner Monday July 22nd, 2024 1:00:24 AM
To Paige, "Err, uhm, as far as I know, yes. It was a rather powerful summons, from what she described, but there is always the chance it ran into something even more powerful. Maybe."
To Zarsellet, "Ms. Kane always kept it on her person." He motions to the body on the floor. "She probably has it even now."
Burton is able to find the scrap of the Scar Scroll. It matches to be a perfect match to the scrap currently owned by the party. It also has the same indecipherable (currently) script.
To Lothlo, "I-I'm sorry. We really don't know. Ms. Kane always described it in rather broad and esoteric terms. Her 'genius,' her 'magnum opus,' her 'revelation.' We never actually saw it. Likely because it escaped her control, but she still admired it from afar."
To Naithi, Ms. Kane feared Duncan getting hold of her research, so she kept everything in a small journal. I haven't seen it in a while, but she might have it in her robes."
Lo and behold, the party finds a journal next to the Scar Scroll scrap. It would likely take some time to properly comb through its pages.
Rhys has his question answered.
Muuru does not detect anything that Paige and Burton have not already identified.
Kwarsk stands guard, but nothing disturbs the shop.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday July 22nd, 2024 11:07:18 AM
Zarsellet listens, frustrated at what he hears. "So she summoned something.... unknown as to what, and was proud of it when it broke from her control!?! What kind of sick.... nevermind. Sounds like we still need to try and chase that down. But first we need to notify the authorities. One more body to dispose of."
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday July 22nd, 2024 2:51:43 PM
Burton shows the others the scrap of scroll and journal; "I think we need to find somewhere safe to keep these if Duncan is so keen on them. Though, we could at some point use them as bait."
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Monday July 22nd, 2024 6:14:08 PM
The news that they couldn't control it is still terrifying to Lothlo. So, she can't control it but was still going to summon it here again? Did you have any reason to think it wasn't going to do the same thing to you that it's been doing on the street? Or any way you were protecting yourselves from it's very violent tendencies?
We need to make sure the guards are aware that this kind of creature is probably still wandering about somewhere.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday July 22nd, 2024 10:08:30 PM
Paige is distracted by the scrap of ‘Scar Scroll’, and looks over Burton’s shoulder. Something about it seems familiar. ”That script looks similar to the writing on the scroll we retrieved from the Blue Cave. An Angel had been guarding that scroll, but gave it over to us when convinced we could look after it.”. The cleric tugs at one ear as she thinks, then continues. ”We gave the scroll over to the Black Cathedral for safe keeping. The clerics of Gargul have it squirrelled away in a vault - all right and tight. I wonder what this piece is?!”
No longer interested in any monsters that might be roaming at large in the City, the cleric asks her companions: ”Rhys, Kwarsk, Zarsellet, Muuru - you all remember the scroll from the Blue Cave? What do you make of this?” The elf jabs a finger in the direction of the scrap of parchment held by Burton.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Monday July 22nd, 2024 10:39:44 PM ”I thought the original scroll was whole, but I think we should get this to the Black cathedral and out of Duncan’s reach as soon as possible.”
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=30 ; d20+6=9 ; d20+6=17 ; Monday July 22nd, 2024 10:42:57 PM
Kwarsk walks over and takes a look at the scrap.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Monday July 22nd, 2024 11:04:06 PM
Naithi looks at the scrap. Let's hold onto this until morning. I may be able to decipher it
Naithi doesn't want to give too much away in front of the captives, but in the morning she can prepare Read Magic, and she hopes the spell will reveal some information.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Monday July 22nd, 2024 11:14:01 PM Unless anyone objects, I'm going to go find a guard. Once he's brought his people here and they've taken charge of the site...I think we need to patrol the streets for a while.
DM Tanner Monday July 22nd, 2024 11:45:20 PM
To Lothlo, "Oh, she couldn't have summoned it again. The only reason she could summon it in the first place is by tapping into the energies of the Scar. I think she was trying to summon a more mundane demon just now."
To Rhys, "If you found another scrap... Well, that's very exciting news. Ms. Kane had a scrap and Duncan has a scrap. They spent several months collaborating to research the Scar. She became very guarded and cut off contact with Duncan after finding her scrap, believing he would try to take it from her. We determined there were three pieces in total, assuming there is only one scroll in the set. She hoped to somehow obtain his scrap, or at least a copy of it, to decipher the script."
OOC: Any other questions or actions before contacting the town guard?
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Friday July 26th, 2024 8:16:00 AM
Zarsellet barely does more than glance at the scrap. He hadn't thought about the other scroll. Or was it just a piece of a whole scroll. "I think that needs to be taken to the Black Cathedral and compared to the other. If it's two parts of the whole, maybe they both need to be stored away before someone else uses them to summon something even worse, and sets it loose on the city, or the world!"
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday July 26th, 2024 1:29:00 PM
Burton will check Ms Kane's study for any notes or working she might have left around; "Fingers can you give me a hand just encase her notes are protected?"
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Friday July 26th, 2024 4:12:27 PM ”Naithi, If it’s anything like the scroll we already turned over to Berem at the Black Cathedral it will be indecipherable. They had several attempts at it to no avail. My guess is that until all three parts are united, the scrolls will be nothing but Kobold scratching…meaningless gobblygook!”.
The elf wipes away the last of the blood and oil from his blade and considers whether to try and purchase an additional vial of Oil of Bless Weapon[ before going on whatever patrol they intend to conduct. ”Does anyone know what might attract a fiend or demon? It may help us narrow our search, or maybe even be useful as bait.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. Friday July 26th, 2024 9:55:39 PM
Kwarsk adds, "I think both Zarsellet and Rhys are right - it's not useful yet, but it does need to be kept safe... somewhere.
It's probably time to send a runner to get the town guard now."
Kwarsk continues to watch for additional parties headed for the place.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+11=16 ; d20+7=16 ; Friday July 26th, 2024 11:54:22 PM
Fingers tries to come up with an answer to Rhys' question: Knowledge (Arcana): d20+11 = 16 Knowledge (Dungeoneering): d20+7 = 16
To Burton: Sure, I'll take a look. Looking for traps and stuff: Perception: Take 20 = 32 (+2 vs traps)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Friday July 26th, 2024 11:56:39 PM
Paige goes to the nearest window and looks out and up at the sky - trying to gauge the time of day.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Saturday July 27th, 2024 3:27:41 PM
Lothlo scratches his head. There is still one question I have that will bug me if I don't ask. When we washed away the summoning circle, I saw that the circle appeared to deactivate, but the spell was able to continue. Did erasing the circle affect the summoning spell at all or were we too late for it to make a difference? Besides just being curious, Lothlo wants to know just in case Duncan has similar plans to summon a "pet" of his own.
DM Tanner Monday July 29th, 2024 12:32:18 AM
Burton and Fingers check her study, but find nothing. It appears she kept all of her notes consolidated as a security measure. You will likely need several hours to properly read her journal.
Kwarsk sends for the town guard. The shop attendants are more than willing to be bound, and it is little trouble to find some cordage in the storeroom.
One of the store attendants speaks up when Lothlo asks a question. "Oh, umm, the circle is not required for the spell to summon a creature. The circle is required to contain the summoned creature so that the caster can attempt to exert control. I think Ms. Kane wasn't worried about controlling her summons after you broke in the store."
The town guard arrives, takes your report regarding the situation, and escort the shop attendants to the nearest garrison for further questioning.
You are still at the Blue Curtain, sans owner and employees. You have the Scar Scroll scrap and a journal that will require quiet study for several hours. What would you like to do?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday July 29th, 2024 12:28:19 PM
Burton will tuck the Scar Scroll scrap and journal into his Haversack. He then turns to the others; "So what do you all want to do next?"
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday July 29th, 2024 4:10:32 PM
Zarsellet looks around at the group. "Well, I think we still have a monster to stop. But where to start looking?"
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday July 29th, 2024 5:02:08 PM ”Captain Garrick said his primary concern was putting a period to the existence of the latest creature terrorizing the quarters of Plateau City.” Paige volunteers, adding ”that’s what I’m prepared for today.”.
Much as the cleric is obsessed with Duncan, she believes more needs to be found out before Clarisse’s ex is confronted by the party. Besides, it’s probably getting too late for making social calls!
”The murder site in the Trade Quarter yielded no clues, right? We don’t really know where this creature is - so one quarter is as good as another. What say you we kill two birds with one stone and check out the Scar? The clerks said Ms. Kane was channeling the power of the Scar…whatever that power was… so maybe the creature has some connection to the place. Since Clarisse is always hanging around that part of Nightmare Quarter…maybe we’ll find her there and be able to ask her some questions?”
The half-elf suggests the Blue Curtain be locked up. ”Dunno if Ms Kane’s ‘creation’ might try to return…”
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. Monday July 29th, 2024 6:54:15 PM
Kwarsk says, "I agree with Paige. Lock up this place, and head for the Scar."
Kwarsk steps out the door, Tower Shield at the ready, and half-turns to look back to see who's going to follow.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Monday July 29th, 2024 8:32:28 PM
Lothlo looks up at the sky and tries to judge what time it currently is. Does anyone remember what time was the last attack was at? Odds are the creature will be out attacking around the same time each day it attacks, and we want to make sure we are at our peak when this happens. I'm ready to patrol now if it's the right time.
I'd already said we should hit the streets tonight; the Scar it is, then. I'm only down one spell.
Is the Patch or the Black Cathedral on the way there? It would be good to drop the items off somewhere safe while we're patrolling. In fact, the priests could even get a head start on the book.
Spells Prepared:
0th (4) Read Magic (x99) Ray of Frost (x99) Detect Magic (x99) Message (x99)
1st (2+1) Floating Disk x Feather Fall
2nd (1+1) Detect Thoughts Levitate
Other Mage Hand 3/day (SLA) Hand of the Apprentice 5/day Brooch: Any unprepared spell in spellbook (1/day)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Monday July 29th, 2024 10:09:05 PM ”The scar it is then! We should pass by the Black Cathedral on the way.”. Rhys d follows the group as they head back to the Nightmare Quarter.
DM Tanner Monday July 29th, 2024 11:38:58 PM
The party locks up the Blue Curtain the best that they can, considering the front door has been knocked off its hinges.
You pass by the Black Cathedral on the way, and find an acolyte to pass the scroll scrap and journal to Clarisse. The acolyte promises to deliver them swiftly and securely.
The Scar covers a sizable geographic area. Does the party have any particular area or avenue of approach they would like to attempt?
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Tuesday July 30th, 2024 7:46:49 AM
Naithi feeds her pocket mice a quick snack and then turns to the group. I'm still new to the area. Can anyone tell me what exactly the Scar is? I'm guessing it has a name like that for a reason.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday July 30th, 2024 1:19:31 PM
Paige can answer Naithi’s question! ”The Scar is an area within the Nightmare Quarter that is cursed to remain in ruins. When we…” she points to Rhys, Kwarsk and Muuru…first arrived in Plateau City, we were recruited by Berem, the guy in charge of the Bureau of Administrative Affairs at the Black Cathedral. The BofAA is a division of the cathedral tasked with the ‘cleansing’ of the Scar is how Berem described it. Clarisse has been our point of contact outside the cathedral, but so far it’s been pretty easy to get in to see Berem, and harder to get a-hold of Clarisse.”
Paige looks at her older mates for corroboration - then continues. ”Clarisse seems to be spending a lot of time filling in ‘holes’ that pop up spontaneously in the confines of the scar. She’s got a pretty tragic background, too.”
The cleric will explain that ‘back in the day’ Clarisse ran with a team led by Duncan, but the group had a falling out and Duncan turned violent. It seemed to happen over a quest for a scroll (that the Patcher’s subsequently found). Clarisse has visions, but doesn’t seem to remember much, and doesn’t have anything to do with her ‘ex’ anymore. The cleric of Gargul seems to be getting more and more vague as time goes on. ”She’s got a bad smoking habit, and seems to subsist on donuts and coffee.” Paige volunteers, shaking her head.
”Anyway, I don’t know if Berem’s idea of rehabilitating the Scar and turning it into a tourist destination is feasible…but who knows? If Ms Kane was drawing power from the area, it’s worth checking out. Maybe we’ll find Clarisse and be able to ask her some questions? Maybe we’ll find a monster?”
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Tuesday July 30th, 2024 6:01:14 PM
Lothlo listens as they explain what they know about the Scar. Well, that does sounds like the kind of place that our "pet" could be hiding. Most likely it's deep enough inside the scar to avoid casual observation. From the damage we saw at the crime scene there is a good chance this creature isn't worrying about not leaving a trail, so it may be worth just walking around the outskirts and seeing if we can see any signs of damage or fighting that could point us in the right direction.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday July 30th, 2024 8:20:34 PM
Zarsellet listens to the others. He hadn't been with the team when they had their experience with the Scar. "How big is the area? Could we possible take up positions around it and watch and listen? I can't imagine that whatever the thing is it would be silent, or that anyone seeing it wouldn't scream. Anybody spotting it could move in, making lots of noise so everyone else joins. ??"
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Tuesday July 30th, 2024 10:07:26 PM ”The Scar is pretty big. If the creature is hiding in there it will likely have to come out to the edge to feed, so patrolling the edge might lead us to tracks if not the creature itself.”
(OOC the scar can be seen on the map of the Nightmare Quarter).
”If we go in pairs, we will need a way to signal each other should one of us find it. Some kind of light or flare that we could send up. Perhaps a fire arrow or some such thing. I could soak some rags in oil and wrap them around some arrows.” Rhys offers as a suggestion.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday July 30th, 2024 10:59:10 PM Zar and Kwarsk had talked about buying whistles earlier today; did we ever get them? Is there any place open that sells them? If not, we could use Rhys' fire arrows.
Although shooting those around inhabited buildings could be dangerous. I've got half a dozen sunrods if anyone wants. Maybe Paige can cast light on a few arrows; they should last at least half an hour, right, Paige?
DM Tanner Tuesday July 30th, 2024 11:54:22 PM
The party decides to patrol the outer edge of the Scar and keep watch for any foulness.
OOC: I need to know who is partnered with whom, and Perception checks from everyone.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday July 31st, 2024 3:41:48 AM
During the conversation about contacting each other Burton will offer that he knows the 'Continual Flame' spell, but he hasn't got it learned at the moment. When they had some down time Burton could cast it on arrows or other items. However, he can only cast it on one object at a time but if Fingers doesn't know it Burton might be able to teach him the spell. Burton will explain that the spell creates a permeant flame like effect but it will not burn anything.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+11=27 ; Wednesday July 31st, 2024 2:09:14 PM "A light is great, but only if everyone is looking for it. I can send Dancing Lights up a hundred and sixty feet, but they don't make any noise. I think we need both."
OOC: Perception 27. As for partnering up, is anyone else at a 20' movement speed? Pity the little people and their short legs!
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () d20+13=26 ; Wednesday July 31st, 2024 4:37:38 PM I don't think I have a good way to contact the group if I see something. Naithi, do you have any way we can stay in touch? If so, want to partner up?
Perception = 26
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday July 31st, 2024 6:03:49 PM
Listening to Zar Barton will add; "I read somewhere about an arrow that makes a noise, it has a special arrow head or something. Now if we could get some of them that might work."
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=20 Wednesday July 31st, 2024 10:09:45 PM
(OOC - Perception = 20)
Kwarsk says, "In an emergency an arrow with a Light spell might be good, but things usually aren't very noisy or crowded at night outside of certain business types so I think the signal whistles are a cheap solution and everyone can carry one. Just keep in mind that if two pairs of us are attacked at once, two whistles going off could be confusing to the other pairs. Maybe the first group in trouble blows the whistle, and a later group in trouble sends up a Light arrow?
Of course, we might just want two groups, say myself, Paige, Burton, and Fingers in one, and Naithi, Rhys, Zarsellet, and Lothlo in the other?
I advise against pairs just because some of these foes have seemed so deadly that two might not be enough...
In the meantime Zarsellet, what say you and I make a stop by the market to pick up 8 signal whistles, enough for everyone?"
(OOC - I and Kwarsk are comfortable with next DM post mentioning the brief purchase and then placing everyone within the Scar.)
(edit: fixed Scab to Scar, sorry, Dwarves on the brain!)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+12=28 ; Wednesday July 31st, 2024 10:49:08 PM I say let's go with Kwarsk's idea of two teams for now. Each team can strectch out five or six paces if they like.
He pulls out a handful of sunrods and holds them out. Anyone? Last chance before we split up.
The first five to say "I take one" win.
Perception: d20+12 = 28 (+2 for traps)
DM Tanner Wednesday July 31st, 2024 11:04:27 PM
OOC: The Scab!? Have you all been transported to the realm of the dwarves? ;)
Kwarsk and Zarsellet stop by a local vendor who, wonder of wonders, has 8 signal whistles for sale. 'Whistlin' Pete's Whistle Emporium' is happy to accept your custom. Pete's children will not go hungry this week.
Arriving at the Scar, the party decides to stay together more or less. You patrol for perhaps and hour, winding your way through the labyrinthine streets. Your eyes and ears are very perceptive, and you hear a cry. Someone is calling for help a few streets over.
Rounding a corner, you see a child in the distance. It is under a street lamp some 80 feet away. It is crouched down, holding it's head, and you hear soft plaintive cries. You cannot see any details due to a hood pulled over it's face.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday August 1st, 2024 9:50:20 AM
Paige thinks Kwarsk’s idea of 2 groups is good, and is ready to go with his suggestion. However, before the Patcher’s can implement a plan, there is a cry for help. Paige is surprised to see a child (or what appears to be a child) out at this time of night in or around the Scar.* Maybe it’s one of the orphans? Wallid and Sister Bonnie really need to implement a curfew on those kids!
Sensing that something is ‘off’, the cleric casts Bless on the group, before folks get ideas and start rushing about.
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 minutes)
* is the party in the Scar or in the streets outside the ruined section? I’m confused by the reference to streets and a street lamp. Assuming it’s evening since the street lamp is on?
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=12 d20+9=11 Thursday August 1st, 2024 1:20:03 PM
Rhys, buoyed by Paige’s spell, approaches the huddled figure, staying in the shadows as much as he is able. From 10 feet away he announces his presence. ”What is wrong little one?”
Stealth 12, Perception 11
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+11=12 ; Thursday August 1st, 2024 4:17:53 PM
Zarsellet hears what seems to be a distressed child. But like Paige he thinks something is wrong. As they get close he pauses and casts a Dancing Lights spell directly overhead, about 5' above the 'child'.
"Just lighting up the area so it is easier to see...."
As they start the patrol like everyone else Burton hears a call for help and moments later spots what appears to be a child in distress. Not being a 'people' person Burton hangs back and watches the surrounding area. His wand held loosely in his hand out of sight of the child.
Perception (24)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () d20+13=17 ; Thursday August 1st, 2024 6:13:03 PM
Lothlo holds back a little, in part to keep a line of site in case this is a trap, but also to keep an eye out for signs that there is something causing fear among those approaching the area. He will shout a warning to have the others stop if it looks like something is affecting them. He also tries to determine if the kid is hurt, frightened, or something else.
perception = 17
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+11=23 ; Thursday August 1st, 2024 7:29:45 PM
Naithi rides Camalayaas up to the child. What's wrong? Where are you parents?
Perception=23
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=34 ; Thursday August 1st, 2024 9:36:08 PM
Kwarsk, about forty feet from the child, sees everyone else engaging so he switches to watching the perimeter, looking for all angles of ambush and hoping the effort isn't necessary after all...
(OOC - Perception = 34 (nat 20!!!))
DM Tanner Thursday August 1st, 2024 10:20:46 PM
OOC: The party was on a street near the edge of the Scar.
As you approach the child winces and draws back, but then sees your faces and let's out a cry. "It's you! Please!" The hood comes back and you recognize Musetta from the orphanage. The elven girl has been bawling and is on the verge of hyperventilating. You see her face and clothes are spattered in blood. "It- It- It's attacking the orphanage! I think it killed- killed Walid. I saw him on the ground and he wasn't moving. The others ran to the back room and locked the door. It's trying to get them! Please. Please you need to help them! Oh, gods. The laughing..." She collapses and begins sobbing.
You estimate you are perhaps two minutes from Puccinni's Coffee Shop by foot.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Thursday August 1st, 2024 11:26:04 PM
Fingers runs to Puccinni's at top speed.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. Friday August 2nd, 2024 2:00:03 PM
Kwarsk, without a word, turns and likewise chases after Fingers.
(OOC - Run Feat, so 20' times 5, or 100'/round)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Friday August 2nd, 2024 4:30:07 PM
Paige’s eyes boggle when she sees that it’s Musetta under the street lamp. The kid keeps showing up like a bad penny!
The cleric pelts down the street towards the orphanage. (Paige has the Run feat.)
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 2 minutes lost - 7 minutes remain)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday August 2nd, 2024 4:47:08 PM
"HOLD" calls Burton "If we run off piece meal we will be fighting it piece meal. I know you all want to run to the rescue but we must run as a group at the pace of the slowest member. We also can't abandon the child. Musetta, can you find somewhere to hide near here? Only come out if you hear three blast on a whistle understand? Ok Patchers lets go." Burton starts to run while shepherding the group and controlling the pace.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Friday August 2nd, 2024 5:02:15 PM Of all the places for it to choose! No time to waste, we need to go help them! Lothlo runs with the others to save the orphanage. He stays towards the back since he really has no idea how to get to the orphanage from here. As they hurry to help Lothlo's mind drifts to Vandy, and he hopes that somehow Vandy may be protecting the kids until they arrive.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Friday August 2nd, 2024 9:21:24 PM
Naithi urges Camalayaas forward (base speed=40). She encourages the group to stick together, but will keep pace with who ever is in the lead. If she can, she will grab the child and question her about what she saw and will be facing hoping to deduce something and the enemies attacks and fighting style. If she can do this, she will drop the child off long before they get to the orphanage.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+11=15 ; d8+4=5 ; Friday August 2nd, 2024 11:39:22 PM
Zarsellet hears Burton and waves the group on. "Go on. I'd just slow you down. I'll follow after I check Musetta."
"Musetta? Are you hurt? I can help you and then we'll follow after the Patchers to the orphanage." He looks her over to see if there are any open wounds. "Is that blood all from you? Let me help."
OOC: Perception 15 to check for wounds. Will cast CLW if it looks needed. ?? CLW: 5 HP
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Saturday August 3rd, 2024 12:14:45 PM
Rhys calls back to Burton as he races by, ”I’ll be there first and scout things out. I won’t engage on my own!” The elf speeds away at a full run, nimbly avoiding any and all in his way. (OOC base speed 35 x 5(run) =175 ft per round)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Saturday August 3rd, 2024 3:07:23 PM
Naithi listens to the child's description of what she saw and will cast an appropriate resist energy on herself and Camalayaas before arriving at the scene. She will also heal the girl with good berries is she is injured.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. Saturday August 3rd, 2024 8:46:39 PM
Thoughts cross Kwarsk's mind as he runs, must run faster... must save lives... the best justice is that where no victims are hurt...
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Saturday August 3rd, 2024 11:45:38 PM Run = 30' x 4 = 120'/round
Fingers sees Naithi, Paige and Rhys pass him as he runs. If he could spare the breath, he'd tell Burton that with the children under immediate attack, it's best for any one of us to get there as soon as possible in order to draw the monster's attention away from them.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Sunday August 4th, 2024 12:12:45 PM
Paige is curious about what has happened to Musetta since she and Kwarsk had left the orphan in the charge of Master Tobrel at the Temple of Pantheon, but the cleric doesn’t have the time to question her.. There are a lot of other kids and their minder at the orphanage.
Paige continues to run in the direction of Puccinni’s. Even if she gets there ahead of her friends, she’ll wait for their arrival before doing anything of consequence.
(Paige has the Run feat.)
Bless - (Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 2 minutes lost - 7 minutes remain)
DM Tanner Sunday August 4th, 2024 11:52:00 PM
(For those who stay within earshot of Musetta)
Musetta starts describing her ordeal in a panicked voice going a mile a minute.
"We ate dinner and we were sitting around and talking and playing games, you know, like, normal stuff, then it kicked in the front door. The door went bam and it came in. Some of the kids yelled for Walid, but then everyone started screaming. It was really scary. It kinda looked like a man, but not. It had clothes and stuff but it was different. It had big claws and glowing yellow eyes, and it was really scary. Really, really scary. The scariest thing I've ever seen. So scary that it was hard to look at it. It kept laughing. Like, this weird giggling laugh. It would slash someone with its claws and then just stand there and watch them while they screamed. Then it would slash them again. And laugh. We couldn't run away, we all just panicked and screamed. I only got out because Myron actually pushed me out the front door when he was trying to get away from its claws, but he wasn't trying to get out of the building, he was just running around the room."
(For those who go to the orphanage with haste)
You reach Puccinni's Coffee Shop. The familiar building looks the same as it usually does at night. The lights inside illuminate the windows. The front door is ajar. All is silent.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20=17 ; Monday August 5th, 2024 10:41:18 AM
Zarsellet realizes that Musetta is dealing with the stress in the only way that she can. He looks her over (for wounds) while she talks. OOC: Heal 17
"That sounds terrible, but you saw the other Patchers are all running to try and help. Let's walk, back toward your home. You just stay with me and I'll protect you. And when we get closer you stay behind me. Just a walk and you keep talking. Tell me all of the details. It does sound terrible, but sometimes talking about something terrible helps."
OOC: Just walking with Musetta. My speed is 20' so it'll probably be over before I catch up....
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Monday August 5th, 2024 5:29:41 PM
Lothlo peers through the illumiated windows as they approach to try to see what they are dealing with, and judge if he'll have better lines of sight shooting through the window if the threat is still in the room. He also tries to use his knowledge of the Puccinni's Coffee Shop to determine where best to place himself. It's a little too quiet, I hope we aren't too late.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20-1=13 ; Monday August 5th, 2024 6:23:50 PM
Kwarsk moves to where the door is ajar, drawing his waraxe as he goes, and opens the door, looking inside. (Darkvision 60')
(OOC - Stealth for being as quiet as possible = 13)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday August 5th, 2024 6:24:08 PM
Burton runs back with the main group to the orphanage. Bringing spells to mind as he does in preparation for the potential battle ahead. As he does he wonders why it would attack the orphanage, does someone know of the Patchers links with it and is this an indirect attack on them, some kind of warning or threat.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=25 ; d20+9=28 ; Monday August 5th, 2024 7:18:17 PM
Rhys arrives first and sees the door cracked open. The elf quietly slips around the back of the building (Stealth = 25, Pass without Trace active). As he moves he keeps a careful watch for any tracks leading to or from the building (Perception 28). He pays special attention to see if the burial spot of the legendary Vandy has been disturbed in any way.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+5=12 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+10=26 ; Monday August 5th, 2024 9:26:13 PM
ooc: Since Naithi didn't take the orphan with her, Zarsellet (40lb gnome) can hitch a ride on Camalayaas with Naithi. Her mule also has room, but the speed is only 30ft instead of 40.)
Before the group is in hearing range of the orphanage Naithi casts guidance on Camalayaas and Speak with Animals on herself. As they approach the building Naithi notices that Camalayaas is being too noisy with her footsteps, but with some gentle signals Camalayaas is able to mine along a more quiet path and move with the group quietly... Or at least more quietly that Kwarsk.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d3=1 ; d20+7=26 ; Monday August 5th, 2024 10:27:12 PM
Paige waits near the front door and looks around for trouble.
(Perception = 26) Ignore d3 rolled in error…
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Monday August 5th, 2024 10:27:24 PM
As he runs Fingers loads his crossbow, cocks it, comes to a stop behind Kwarsk, and aims over his head into the door.
DM Tanner Monday August 5th, 2024 11:28:30 PM
Thanks to the kindly assist by Naithi, every member of the party is able to make it to the orphanage at roughly the same time. Kwarsk and Muuru approach the front door, while Rhys circles around to the back. All is still, all is silent, and you do not see anyone inside.
(There is no fog of war because you have previously visited this location. However, I will not reveal tokens until you are within line of sight. As far as you can tell all the doors inside are closed. The front entrance is on the southern end of the building. The second story is beneath your current position on the map. We are now acting in rounds.)
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=36 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 1:34:04 PM
Zarsellet walks along with Musetta. He really does want to hurry, but also wants the girl to feel less terrified. "That's good. My legs are short too so you should have no difficulty keeping up with me. Actually, you're much younger than me so I should have trouble keeping up with you.:
"Now you said that the thing had claws? Were they as big as my fingers? Your fingers? Do you remember what color they were? Did you see whether or not they could flex at all? You know, I think claws are really bad. Think about how hard it must be to be careful picking things up with claws. Can you imagine trying to pick up a delicate cup and drink from it with claws? You might shatter it, or poke holes in it. Then you'd dribble your drink all over yourself!"
OOC: Diplomacy 36 to calm Musetta and get her in a good mood?
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+3=17 Tuesday August 6th, 2024 3:27:46 PM
Paige volunteers in a low voice: ”I’m going ‘round back to be a support to Rhys” The half elf holds a finger up to her lips before parting company with the group at the front door and moving as quickly, and in as stealthy a manner as possible.
(Stealth = 17)
(OOC: Anything for the perception check rolled yesterday?)
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 minutes)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=30 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 7:55:56 PM
Kwarsk moves in 20' ending up at the door on the left wall, which he opens wide.
(OOC - Darkvision Perception = 30 Kwarsk is not being exceptionally loud, but he is no longer using Stealth, moving at standard combat speed; armor/shield check penalty is -7 compared to an unarmored, unskilled-in-Stealth humanoid at +0.)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Tuesday August 6th, 2024 8:24:51 PM
Lothlo signals that there was nothing within his line of sight at the window and makes his way to the entrance of the building with the others.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=17 ; d20+9=14 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 9:04:29 PM
When Paige arrives, Rhys will move to the back door (P7) and open it as quietly as possible (Stealth 17) and peer inside (Perception 14). If the way appears clear he will signal Paige to enter.
Active effects: Pass without Trace 1hr, Bless 6 rounds
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+10=27 ; d20+6=24 ; d20+11=13 ; d20+1=18 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 10:06:03 PM
Naithi and Camalayaas where the front door as quietly as possible while keeping and eye out for trouble.
ooc: Can someone move me. I only see a giant token of Rhys when I open the map
Naithi is riding Camalayaas and Naithi has speak with animals active
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+10=27 ; d20+6=24 ; d20+11=13 ; d20+1=18 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 10:06:03 PM
Naithi and Camalayaas where the front door as quietly as possible while keeping and eye out for trouble.
ooc: Can someone move me. I only see a giant token of Rhys when I open the map
Naithi is riding Camalayaas and Naithi has speak with animals active
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+12=26 ; d20+12=13 ; Tuesday August 6th, 2024 11:09:44 PM
Fingers, crossbow ready, moves quickly but quietly (Stealth: 26) to where he can see as much of the room as possible, looking for anything (Perception: 13, +2 vs traps).
All I can see on the map is a giant token of Rhys
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+5=10 ; Wednesday August 7th, 2024 2:03:40 AM
Burton stays near the rear of the group at the front door. He lets the others work on entry while he studies the buildings and street around them.
Perception roll (10) Busy getting his breath back.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Wednesday August 7th, 2024 6:01:02 PM
Lothlo will also glance through the middle window on the way to the entrance.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday August 7th, 2024 10:07:32 PM
Paige will see if she can see into any windows, going up on tip-toe if required.
DM Tanner Wednesday August 7th, 2024 11:26:52 PM
Zarsellet does an excellent job of calming Musetta. Her hyperventilating ceases and then turns into a whimper as she observes from around a nearby corner.
Paige swings around the back of the orphanage. Her senses are perceptive, but do not detect anything beyond what the rest of the party has noticed.
Kwarsk moves forward at the head of the party. Everything is still silent and empty. He does not see anyone, but sees the evidence of their previous presence. Half-eaten food, half-empty cups, a dying fire. He hears a whimpering sound coming from inside the building, but cannot pinpoint exactly where.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Thursday August 8th, 2024 10:15:28 AM
On sighting the orphanage Zarsellet stops to speak quietly with Musetta. "Now you've got a really important job. You have to stay out here and watch to be sure that nobody comes in behind us. You take this whistle" He hands her his whistle. "and if you see anything really important. I don't mean like somebody walking by or rats in the street. If you see somebody important, that we need to know about, entering behind us. Well, then you blow that whistle, really hard. But!.... Then you run around to the other side of the building and hide, so whoever it is can't find you. We'll come out after we've checked the building and know that it's safe."
He pauses and waits for a second, then looks her straight in the eyes to emphasize the importance. "Remember that you have to stay safe. Watch. But don't risk yourself. Risk is what we do. OK?" He waits again for a nod, then moves toward the building to rejoin his friends.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+3=21 ; d20+7=21 ; Thursday August 8th, 2024 11:09:49 AM
Paige follows Rhys’.
(Stealth = 21) (Perception = 21)
(OOC: can the DM please move Paige’s token?)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=29 ; d20+9=16 ; Thursday August 8th, 2024 11:16:08 AM
Rhys who had previously moved to P7 and opened the back door now proceeds in and advances to P14. The elf has his sword drawn and his senses on high alert (Perception 29). He moves as quietly as possible (Stealth 16).
Active effects: Pass without Trace 1hr, Bless 7 min
(OOC Can the DM please reposition my token or provide instruction on how to move it myself)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () d20+10=24 ; d20+10=17 ; d8+6=9 ; d20+5=22 ; d8+6=8 ; d8+6=9 ; d20+13=22 ; Thursday August 8th, 2024 6:01:14 PM All quiet so far, somehow that just makes this all the worse. Lothlo takes a step to the side so he has line of sight on the stair case and readies a volley should an unwanted creature try to descend on them while they search the floor. With the silence, he pays extra attention for sounds indicating where the creature is.
Perception = 22
Attack 1 = 24+1 bless = 25 Damage 1 = 9
Attack 2 = 17+1 bless = 18 Damage 2 = 8
Attack 3 = +1 bless = 23 Damage 3 = 9
***Active spells and abilities*** Spells and Conditions in effect on self: Bless for 7 minutes - Sharpshooter Skills "Can shoot ranged weapons at opponents in melee without penalty, +1 bonus on attack and damage with ranged weapons at ranges up to 30 feet, can take a –1 penalty on all ranged attack rolls to gain a +2 bonus on all ranged damage rolls (increases at +4 bab), Only a –1 penalty per full range increment between you and your target" -Trick shots available: Disarm Trick, Ricochet Trick, Staple Trick Consumables Tracking: 3 arrows, 0 hero points
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+14=20 ; Thursday August 8th, 2024 6:04:57 PM
Kwarsk moves to the hallway intersection and looks all around while carefully listening.
(OOC - 1) Perception = 20 2) I will be on a brief vacation tomorrow/Friday + Saturday, so would someone please make Kwarsk's posts the next two days? Thanks in advance!!!!!!!!!)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:17 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Thursday August 8th, 2024 6:14:05 PM
Burton will move into the orphanage behind the others loosely holding his wand in his hand.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Thursday August 8th, 2024 10:02:22 PM
Muuru, crossbow ready, moves to the eastern hall.
Lothlo, Naithi, get up here. Behind me. Kwarsk, get in front and open one of those doors. I have you covered.
Reminder: as an ally, Kwarsk can move through Muuru's squares; he just cannot stop there.
DM Tanner Thursday August 8th, 2024 10:43:57 PM
Zarsellet gives instructions to Musetta before heading toward the entrance of the orphanage. Paige and Rhys make their way around the exterior of the building. The rest of the party continues their way into the interior of the building.
(Thank you for making Muuru large. Slipped my mind.)
As you continue moving forward you hear a sharp whimper from upstairs, followed by a wave of what feels like compressed air flowing over your skin.
(Please make a Will save vs DC 18. Those who fail the save do not move for 1 round and can reveal the spoiler.)
Highlight to display spoiler: {You are delving into a dungeon, exploring a side passage when the floor gives way unexpectedly. You fall into a deep pit, your fall cushioned by a thick carpet of maggots. You can feel the crawling mass engulf your body sucking you deep into its depth as they worm their way down your shirts, into your ears, nose and mouth. You can see your companions are there with you, but appear to be unconscious. You make your way to one, turn him over, and see a desiccated half-eaten face stare back at you and smile. You awake in a cold sweat.
You have gained the shaken condition. A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken is a less severe state of fear than frightened or panicked.}
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+6=21 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 12:25:05 PM
OOC: Will Save 21
Zarsellet moves in to the building and spots his friends. He feels.... something, and hears the whimper. Figuring that it is likely some sort of magical attack he starts a battle chant, empowering it with Bardic magic.
OOC: Inspire Courage +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. 15 rounds remaining.
Burton is started by the strange vision that engulfs him.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=25 ; d20+9=23 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 2:59:40 PM
Rhys hears the mewling from somewhere upstairs in the orphanage and begins to head up the stairs. The elf is unaffected by the strange feeling that washes over him (Will save 25; includes +2 bravery vs fear, +1 Bless and +2 Courage). If he reaches the top of the stairs, Rhys will stop and take in his surroundings. (Perception 23)
OOC Rhys Pos’n N33
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () d20+5=8 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 6:14:16 PM
Despite his plans to hold back and provide support from a distance in case fear overcomes others like in the previous encounters they heard of, Lothlo finds himself being drawn deeper into the building almost as if someone else is guiding him, and before he knows it he is overcome by a sense of dread that shakes him to his core.
Will = 8
***Active spells and abilities*** Spells and Conditions in effect on self: Bless for 6 minutes - Sharpshooter Skills "Can shoot ranged weapons at opponents in melee without penalty, +1 bonus on attack and damage with ranged weapons at ranges up to 30 feet, can take a –1 penalty on all ranged attack rolls to gain a +2 bonus on all ranged damage rolls (increases at +4 bab), Only a –1 penalty per full range increment between you and your target" -Trick shots available: Disarm Trick, Ricochet Trick, Staple Trick Consumables Tracking: 3 arrows, 0 hero points
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+7=15 ; d20+18=38 ; d20+11=18 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 9:17:27 PM
Naithi feels a wave of come wash over her, but Camalayaas strong presence gives her strength and she snaps out of it. She then recalls the simpler she heard and immediately directs Camalayaas up stairs, fearing the worst for the kids.
As Camalayaas climbs the stairs Naithi begins growing more muscular. With her spell like abilities her body changes as if the bulls strength spell was cast on her.
Naithi will save = 15 (18 with inspire courage and bless) Camalayaas will save = 28 (Against mind affecting, both the Lost Child and Sibling roll to save. If either saves, both resist the attack
Actions: Naithi uses Bulls Strength SLA while riding Camalayaas up stairs.
Camalayaas: Ride upstairs.
Ride check = 18 (for cover in case Naithi needs to dodge an attack as an immediate action)
ooc: I can't move my token. Any time I try it just enlarges my token. Please maybe Naithi to the top of the stairs with enough room for others to climb up.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+11=14 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 9:23:11 PM
A second ride check in case it is needed for a mounted combat check in addition to a ride check for cover).
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+8=17 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 11:13:53 PM Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5.
Will: d20+8= 17
Kwarsk yelps at the sight -- then shuts his eyes, centering on his monkish training. Takes a breath. Opens his eyes. He's back where he ought to be.
I knew it.
Come on! Let's go! He starts for the stairs.
Shaken: –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Bless: +1 morale bonus on attack rolls, and on saving throws against fear effects
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=18 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 11:16:31 PM
Paige is able to resist the fear affect (Will save = 18+12+2 courage from Zarsellet +1 bless = 33) and moves (to P17) in order to help those who haven’t been so fortunate. She channels remove fear through the symbol of Domi hanging ‘round her neck and delivers the boost to Burton and Lothlo and anyone (Kwarsk?) else within her range.
remove fear. Burton, Lothlo and possibly one other individual - If the subject is under the influence of a fear effect when receiving the spell, that effect is suppressed for the duration of the spell. Remove fear counters and dispels cause fear. 10 minutes.
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 minutes)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+4=8 ; Friday August 9th, 2024 11:21:02 PM For himself
Will: d20+4 = 8
Muuru yelps at the sight -- then drops his crossbow in his surprise. The heavy weapon bangs him in the shin, and the sharp pain brings him back to himself.
Wake up! he yells. It's not real! He picks up the weapon and starts for the stairs.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Sunday August 11th, 2024 4:41:56 AM
Burton snaps out of the nightmare he is in as Paige castes her Remove Fear spell. He pauses for a heart beat before moving to rejoin the group.
Shaken: –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Bless: +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects. Inspire Courage: +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. (So Burton is on +1 on attack rolls, Saving rolls against fear & neutral on competence / ability checks.)
DM Tanner Sunday August 11th, 2024 8:41:54 PM
OOC: Yes, we are in combat rounds.
Burton is affected by the vision. Zarsellet saves against the vision and moves forward into the building. Lothlo is affected by the vision. Rhys saves against the vision and climbs up the stairs. Muuru saves against the vision and climbs up the stairs. Paige saves against the vision, then falls back to provide magical assistance to those affected by the vision. Kwarsk is affected by the vision. Naithi saves against the vision and climbs up the stairs.
Half the party ascends the stairs, while the other half recovers from the visions. The door ahead of Muuru, Rhys, and Naithi leads to Walid's room. You see flickers of eerie light under the door.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday August 12th, 2024 10:42:09 AM
Zarsellet moves through those that are held by the magic, climbing the stairs to follow those that can move. He continues his Bardic song to inspire the group.
OOC: Double move puts me half way up the stairs. Inspire Courage +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. 15 rounds remaining.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+10=22 ; d10+4=12 ; Monday August 12th, 2024 2:05:54 PM
Kwarsk steps to the East Door and opens it, Ready to strike any monstrous foe that would attack any of the orphans!
(OOC - this is a Ready action conditioned on seeing a hostile (definitely NOT an orphan or Walid or innocent-looking Townsfolk! (Roll Kwarsk's Sense Motive (+7) if it's not obvious)) in melee range upon opening the door.
The 'strike' is a standard Attack action = hit AC 24, for 14 damage. Edit - forgot Bardsong, added it in.)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 () Monday August 12th, 2024 5:53:06 PM
After a little time has passed Lothlo manages to shake off the disturbing vision and follows the others upstairs
***Active spells and abilities*** Spells and Conditions in effect on self: Bless for 6 minutes - Sharpshooter Skills "Can shoot ranged weapons at opponents in melee without penalty, +1 bonus on attack and damage with ranged weapons at ranges up to 30 feet, can take a –1 penalty on all ranged attack rolls to gain a +2 bonus on all ranged damage rolls (increases at +4 bab), Only a –1 penalty per full range increment between you and your target" -Trick shots available: Disarm Trick, Ricochet Trick, Staple Trick Consumables Tracking: 3 arrows, 0 hero points
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+10=29 ; d20+17=33 ; d10+9=10 ; Monday August 12th, 2024 7:19:36 PM
As soon as Kwarsk opens the door, Rhys hurries through. The elf tumbles past or leaps over any obstacles in his way (Acrobatics 29) and regaining his feet readies his sword against any foe he can reach (Atk 33 for 10 HP).
Active effects: Bless, Inspire Courage, Pass without Trace
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday August 12th, 2024 8:31:41 PM
The cleric does not want to be caught in a line-up going up the stairs to reach the second floor! However, that appears to be where the trouble lies. Paige sprints up the stairs, squeezing by her comrades, but moves to a position against the wall beside the door (the side opposite the hinges) so that she is not in the way of those going through. (OOC: can the DM please place Paige’s marker?)
remove fear. Burton, Lothlo and possibly one other individual - 10 minutes.
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 - 7+/- remaining minutes)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+4=19 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+7=25 ; Monday August 12th, 2024 9:48:53 PM
Naithi prepare for the worst as the door opens. She intends to do whatever she can to save the children. If the creature has a child in it's grasp she will use disarm to get it to drop them. If that is not applicable she will try to disarm any weapon or magic devices it has. If not applicable, she will grapple the monster if it looks like it can be grappled and isn't made of acid or something like that.
Actions: Camalayaas charges into the room. Camalayaas acrobatics check = 19 to avoid obstacles or an AoO
Naithi Rice checks = 29 and 28 (can be used to evade one attack is Camalayaas is attacked using mounted combat) or for Naithi to dodge an attack, but she will not do so unless it is a life threatening attack and the children are not in immediate danger.
CMB to disarm / free kids from enemy = 30 (25+1 bless+2 inspire courage+2 bulls strength) If there is no one to free or items to disarm she will grapple it if applicable.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Monday August 12th, 2024 10:04:04 PM
Fingers uses most of a double-move to squeeze into the stairway, stopping in the clear space between Zarsellet and Naithi.
DM Tanner Monday August 12th, 2024 11:10:15 PM Burton moves forward up the stairs. Zarsellet moves forward up the stairs. Lothlo moves forward up the stairs. Rhys moves forward past Kwarsk, blades at the ready, but sees nothing but rows of empty beds. Muuru moves forward up the stairs. Paige moves forward up the stairs. Kwarsk steps forward and opens the eastern door. There is nothing but rows of empty beds. Naithi moves forward past Kwarsk, weapons ready for danger, but sees nothing but rows of empty beds.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=9 ; Tuesday August 13th, 2024 10:28:14 AM
Zarsellet moves to the door on the back wall and checks it, opening it to see if anyone is hiding. He continues his Bardic performance to keep the group inspired.
OOC: Perception 9 so I doubt I notice anything. Inspire Courage +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. 14 rounds remaining.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Tuesday August 13th, 2024 11:23:26 AM ”Rooms Clear! Which room next Kwarsk?” The elf moves back into the hallway and readies to enter the next room after Kwarsk opens a door. (OOC Rhys should still have 35 feet of movement left for this turn)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+12=13 ; d20+12=21 ; d20+7=24 ; d8+8=11 ; d8+8=14 ; d8+8=11 ; Tuesday August 13th, 2024 5:10:15 PM
Lothlo finds a good support position while the rooms are being cleared. He readies a handful of arrows to defend against any unexpected ambushes as they clear the rooms.
Attack 1 = 13 Damage 1 = 11
Attack 2 = 21 Damage 2 = 14
Attack 3 = 24 Damage 3 = 11
***Active spells and abilities*** Spells and Conditions in effect on self: Bless for 6 minutes - Inspire Courage for 14 Rounds - Sharpshooter Skills "Can shoot ranged weapons at opponents in melee without penalty, +1 bonus on attack and damage with ranged weapons at ranges up to 30 feet, can take a –1 penalty on all ranged attack rolls to gain a +2 bonus on all ranged damage rolls (increases at +4 bab), Only a –1 penalty per full range increment between you and your target" -Trick shots available: Disarm Trick, Ricochet Trick, Staple Trick Consumables Tracking: 3 arrows, 0 hero points
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+5=9 ; Tuesday August 13th, 2024 5:54:59 PM
Burton keeps himself in a central position within the group. He watches the others move as he scans his surroundings, wand in hand.
(Perception 9)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 26/T 14/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 4/5. d20+10=28 ; d10+4=8 ; Tuesday August 13th, 2024 8:09:55 PM
Kwarsk steps to the SOUTH Door and opens it, Ready to strike any monstrous foe that would attack any of the orphans!
(OOC - this is a Ready action conditioned on seeing a hostile (definitely NOT an orphan or Walid or innocent-looking Townsfolk! (Roll Kwarsk's Sense Motive (+7) if it's not obvious)) in melee range upon opening the door.
The 'strike' is a standard Attack action = hit AC 31, for 10 damage. (Added bardsong after the fact again, and added bless after the fact, too))
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Tuesday August 13th, 2024 9:24:01 PM
Rhys completes his movement into the south room after Kwarsk opens the door.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday August 13th, 2024 9:34:54 PM
Paige tries to stay close, but out of the way of those opening doors and checking rooms.
remove fear. Burton, Lothlo and possibly one other individual - 10 minutes.
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 - 7+/- remaining minutes)
Fingers takes a Ready action to fire his crossbow. Like Kwarsk, the target must be an obvious hostile (my Sense Motive is +6).
Att: d20 +4 +1 (Point Blank), = 14 (no penalty if target is in melee or grappling a non-hostile) Dam: 2d6+ 1 = 6. If Sneak Attack applies: add +7
In effect: I assume the Remove Fear[i] cancels the Shaken. Bless: +1 morale bonus on attack rolls, and on saving throws against fear effects
Spells Prepared:
0th (4) Read Magic (x99) Ray of Frost (x99) Detect Magic (x99) Message (x99)
1st (2+1) Floating Disk x Feather Fall
2nd (1+1) Detect Thoughts Levitate
Other Mage Hand 3/day (SLA) Hand of the Apprentice 5/day Brooch: Any unprepared spell in spellbook (1/day)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+4=22 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+11=18 ; d20+7=22 ; Tuesday August 13th, 2024 10:55:32 PM
Naithi prepare for the worst as the door opens. She intends to do whatever she can to save the children. If the creature has a child in it's grasp she will use disarm to get it to drop them. If that is not applicable she will try to disarm any weapon or magic devices it has. If not applicable, she will grapple the monster if it looks like it can be grappled and isn't made of acid or something like that.
Actions: Camalayaas charges into the room. Camalayaas acrobatics check = 22 to avoid obstacles or an AoO
Naithi Rice checks = 28 and 18 (can be used to evade one attack is Camalayaas is attacked using mounted combat) or for Naithi to dodge an attack, but she will not do so unless it is a life threatening attack and the children are not in immediate danger.
CMB to disarm / free kids from enemy = 27 (22+1 bless+2 inspire courage+2 bulls strength) If there is no one to free or items to disarm she will grapple it if applicable.
DM Tanner Tuesday August 13th, 2024 11:33:25 PM Burton stays in his central position. Zarsellet discovers the privy. It is empty. Lothlo readies himself to defend against ambushes. Rhys positions himself next to Kwarsk. Muuru stands ready. Paige stands ready. Kwarsk opens the southern door and advances the plot! Naithi stands ready.
Kwarsk opens the door leading to Walid's study. Inside the room is a surreal scene. Several orphans cower on the floor, shaking and gibbering in abject terror as tears roll down their cheeks. Seated at the head of the small table is a macabre figure. It appears to be a gaunt man with stringy black hair. His teeth are sharp and jagged, pointing out of his mouth at odd angles. His nails are elongated claws. His eyes are pitch black without irises. He is dressed in a bizarre longcoat and tophat of gaudy green and purple stripes.
Knowledge (nature) DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Bogeymen are terrifying fey who devour innocence and steal souls. Bogeymen methodically stalk and torment a single person at a time, usually a young child or elder, for days or even weeks at a time. Bogeys typically hide under a bed, in a dark attic, or in a slightly ajar closet, while the more sophisticated bogeymen might ominously appear in shadowy back alleys or street corners. They inspire and feed on fear.}
The figure looks at you and smiles a nasty, greasy smile. "Boo!"
You feel the same flood of panic and fear as when you first entered the building.
(All players must make a DC 18 Will save or gain the shaken condition.)
The figure stands and flings the chair behind him, baring his claws in challenge.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=23 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 11:49:37 AM
OOC: Will Save 23
Hearing the details from across the landing Zarsellet moves toward the team. He feels a wave of fear pass over him but shrugs it off and continues his Bardic Performance to inspire the team.
OOC: Inspire Courage +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. 14 rounds remaining.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=20 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 11:52:06 AM
OOC: Knowledge Nature 20
He calls out to the group, "Bogeyman. Fey. He feeds on fear."
OOC: Sorry. 13 rounds of performance remaining.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+7=15 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 4:50:10 PM
Another wave of disturbing images flood Lothlo's mind once the door is opened. He tries to shake them but the pure terror of what he sees prevents him from moving.
Will save = 15- fail
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+9=11 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 5:29:57 PM
Burton freezes in fear again (Will save 11)
(Just off to microwave my dice sort their attitude out)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=17 ; d20+17=24 ; d20+12=16 ; d10+9=10 ; d10+9=15 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 6:44:55 PM
Rhys feels another wave of fear roll over him but manages to throw it off (OOC used a hero point to add 4 to roll of 17). The elf then takes a five foot step and attacks the Bogeyman twice, hitting AC 24 and AC 16 for 10 and 15 hp. (Rhys had entered the room the previous round and should now be at O36)
Active effects; Bless, Inspire Courage, Pass w/o Trace
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=13 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 8:01:23 PM
Paige squeezes past Kwarsk and slips into the room. She hasn’t got a clue what the creature is (no training/ranks in Knowledge Nature), however she does hear Zarsellet identify it as a Bogeyman and is able to resist it’s malignant aura (d20=13+12+2 from Z’s inspire courage +1 from bless = 28, success vs 18). Channeling through her holy symbol she casts remove fear on the 3 nearest orphans* and tells them to run for the door. Hopefully the cleric and her companions near the door can shield the kids from the fey creature. (OOC: Please place Paige just inside the door so she is not blocking it!)
DM Sanity info:
*If the subject is under the influence of a fear effect when receiving the spell, that effect is suppressed for the duration of the spell. (10 min.)
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 minutes - 7+/- remaining minutes)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 57/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 3/5. d20+17=18 ; d20+11=19 ; d10+4=9 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 10:26:38 PM (OOC - Kwarsk has +9 vs Fear, +2 from Inspire Courage for +11, spends a Hero Point before the roll for +8 (thanks for the reminder Carla!) for a total of +19 to the roll = 20, which is a Natural 1 so Kwarsk fails and is Shaken.
Shaken is "Shaken: A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken is a less severe state of fear than frightened or panicked." So, everyone should take their post as normal, even if their save is failed. (If you want to not act, you're free to do so, but your PC does not lose their turn.))
Kwarsk is astonished at the sight of the creature and no longer feels so Inspired by Zarsellet's song. (OOC - Shaken and Inspire Courage +2 exactly cancel each other out.)
Kwarsk summons his inner Ki and Moves past Rhys, Naithi, and the creature!
(OOC - Moved 15', cutting off the creature's escape. Ki Defense +4 Dodge bonus to AC, stacks with everything. 1 point. This lasts for 1 round (until Kwarsk's next post). Ki now at 3 of 5, as noted in header. Mobility +4 AC vs. Attacks of Opportunity, also stacks.
AC 34 (not a typo) vs. the AoO Kwarsk just gave the Bogeyman. AC 30 when it comes around to Bogeyman's actual turn.
Moving on to attacking the Bogeyman, Kwarsk is Shaken (-2), Inspired (+2, Competence), and Blessed (+1, Morale) so his attack bonus is 10 + 1 = +11.)
Kwarsk tests his foe, swinging his Waraxe in an overhead chop while maintaining accuracy, and tries hard to cut deep but isn't sure if he's had any effect.
(OOC - hit AC 19 for 9 damage)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/55, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d3=3 ; d20+14=19 ; d6+7=12 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 10:39:22 PM
Naithi stares at the Bogeyman before her as she rides Camalayaas into combat. The last Bogeyman she fought, in The Culverwood looked like a butcher in a black leather apron or radiation suit. It provided ample leather to fashion into something more feminine and fey like...
I would be more afraid if I wasn't wearing the coat of the last Bogeyman I ate. And then attempts to bite the Bogeyman, unfortunately her jaw likely closes on nothing but air.
Hit AC 19 for 12 dmg
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+13=26 ; d20+9=28 ; d8+9=17 ; Wednesday August 14th, 2024 11:15:20 PM
Lothlo shakes off the mental vision and composes himself. If Shaken would last more than one round he will shove his golden frosted gingerbread reindeer cookie into his mouth ( grants remove fear... which I have already, but since I failed my roll the cookie will suppresses the affects the rest of the fight ), then he runs into the room and fires an arrow at the terrifying creature inside.
Attack 1 = 26 Damage 1 = 17
***Active spells and abilities*** Spells and Conditions in effect on self: Bless for 6 minutes - Inspire Courage for 14 Rounds - Remove Fear for 10 minutes - Sharpshooter Skills "Can shoot ranged weapons at opponents in melee without penalty, +1 bonus on attack and damage with ranged weapons at ranges up to 30 feet, can take a –1 penalty on all ranged attack rolls to gain a +2 bonus on all ranged damage rolls (increases at +4 bab), Only a –1 penalty per full range increment between you and your target" -Trick shots available: Disarm Trick, Ricochet Trick, Staple Trick Consumables Tracking: 3 arrows, 0 hero points
Fingers fires his readied attack, but now adding the buffs:
Att: d20 +4 +1 (Point Blank) +1 (Bless) + 2 (Inspire Courage) = 17 (no penalty vs target in melee) Dam: 2d6+ 1 +2 (Inspire Courage) = 8. If Sneak Attack applies: add +7
DM Tanner d20+13=32 d20+13=26 2d8(8+5)+12=25 d20+13=21 d8+6=9 d6=6 d6=3 Wednesday August 14th, 2024 11:54:13 PM Burton freezes in fear. Zarsellet supports the team with a use of bardic performance. Lothlo fires an arrow, hitting the bogeyman squarely. Rhys shakes off the fear and advances. He swings once, connecting, then swings again and misses widely. Muuru tries to strike the creature, but cannot land a hit. Paige lifts the magical fear of several orphans. They flee the room. Kwarsk manages to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge around the table, avoiding any reprisal from the bogeyman. He tries to land a hit, but misses. Naithi attempts to grapple the bogeyman, but falls short of success. Camalayaas tries to bite, but just hits air.
The bogeyman grins a broad rictus in response to the pain of your blows. He slashes his claws twice at Naithi in front of him.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: (21/14/18) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+11=15 ; d20+7=11 ; d20+8=14 ; d20+7=19 ; Thursday August 15th, 2024 1:32:00 AM
Naithi watches as the Bogeyman's claws swipe out at her. She immediately drops along the side of her saddle to avoid the first attack. When the second attack hits she makes up her mind. Just so you know, I'm going to turn you hat into a purse after we kill you. Everyone will comment on how cute it is!
ooc: I'll post my actions tomorrow, but I didn't want anything to think I was dying just yet. I'll also make sure I didn't miss any ac bonuses tomorrow
Naithi, ride check for cover (immediate action) = 15 (Success, first attach damage is negate) Naithi Will Save = 19 (Success 1st attempt failed, Camalayaas attempt failed, Naithi them used a hero point to succeed)
Since rend requires two natural attacks to hit I'm assuming rend damage is no longer taken either.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+19=30 ; d10+9=14 ; d10=5 ; Thursday August 15th, 2024 10:22:01 AM
Rhys slides 5 feet to his right to get into a flanking position with Kwarsk (Now at N 36) and swings once more with his longsword (Hit AC 30 for 14 HP plus 5 HP vital strike = 19 HP Total).
“This thing is healing itself. Hit it with everything you’ve got!” The elf shouts out.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=11 ; d6=6 ; Thursday August 15th, 2024 10:43:31 AM
Paige follows on Rhys’ heels (O36) and drawing her cold iron* mace takes a wack at the greasy fey. (Hit AC 22 (d20=11+8+2 from Z’s inspire courage +1 from bless) for 6+3+2=11 dmg.
* cold iron negates damage reduction for demons and fey
DM Sanity info:
(Everyone gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects - 9 minutes - 7+/- remaining minutes)
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