Dm Ceil (Are We Ready?) Wednesday November 15th, 2000 5:34:42 PM
Breaking camp and saying good-bies to the gypsies and the other that camp that night. The gypsies tell you that you should be careful on your jurney, because of the rumers of Orcs and those mask women are not a good sign. Now you are marching south on the Trade Roar. Travelling alonf the narrow section between the Ocean and the Mountains called the "Skinny". The sun is shinning and the Ocean waves has white cap on them, The birds are... are... Silent?? odd very very odd don't you think???
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday November 15th, 2000 5:45:17 PM
Sly is red face as he faces Alyndar, with his head bowed,"Next time we camp out, remind me to lend you my tent that I forgot I was carring in my back pack. Those Mask Females had me troubled." Then Sly goes to the wagon of the beautiful dark eyes girl that impressed him so. But her wagon and family was gone. So Sly will go back to his party and fall into the marching order. And Off He Goes, listening to Uteve sing as they go.
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 15th, 2000 9:11:38 PM
Thomas also bids farewell to the merchants and gypsies before leaving and offers his thanks for their hospitality. On the road, Sir Thomas doesn't like the lack of bird song, nor the lack of any activity in the areas through which they are traveling other than that which they are providing. "Be on your toes everyone. It's too quiet for my blood." Thomas unsheaths his sword and checks the staps on his armor and shield as he walks. "Who is walking point? If no one is I will be glad to. Also, Trace, if you will wait until tommorrow I will pray to heal your sword so that you will have that ability, but I think that since Quint is still hurt he deserves Alemi's blessing at present." Before running up to take point, if need be, Thomas walks back to Quint who should be in the wagon and prays to Alemi for healing. (Quint receives 8hp) "Is anyone else still injured from our last run in with trouble?" Thomas gets the matters that he can help with in order and then takes point if no one else is up there. "I'll holler if I get wind of something." Thomas will walk at a distance ahead of the group such that they look like pixie shadows, but are not out of sight.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday November 15th, 2000 10:32:26 PM
Lok wakes and is happily playing with new toys around the morning fire. Occasionally the halfling holds a new dagger up to his ear with an intent look upon his face. For some reason Lok's hair stands a bit frazzled on end and the halfling looks again mischevious. Trouncing about in the morning he visits with his companions and seems energetic and ready for the day.
Alyndar Thursday November 16th, 2000 11:17:11 AM
Noticing the birdless sounds, Aly dons his combat pouch and absently fingers the dagger on his belt. He nervously watches around him as he drives the cart down the path, making notice where every party member is in relation to himself. He also makes sure the pouch with the scrolls he just aquired is close to where he can reach them in case of need. Aly's senses are on full alert.
Uteva Thursday November 16th, 2000 2:05:14 PM
Teva walks along beside the cart on the ocean side, warily eyeing the weirdly quiet seascape. The quiver of feathered shafts hanging behind her shoulder attests that she must have done some shopping of her own. She speaks quietly to Alyndar and Qwint. "When I was small, I lost my hearing to a fever." She gulps and shudders. "It was the most frightening experience of my life. Seeing people move their mouths silently, crying out without sound. It lasted but two days, but they were enough for a lifetime."
She continues on without speaking, seeming somehow younger than usual.
Ilsidur Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:21:05 PM
Ilsidur is amazed at the sheer size of the Ocean. It is the first time he has seen a body of water so large. "So, the ocean is just water that goes on and on for hundreds and thousands of miles? And is it as salty as they say? Can we drink it? My uncle used to make salted giant spider jerky that was so salty, you needed to drink a stein of beer with every piece. Is it anything like that?" He walks along on his stumpy legs, trying to keep up with the rest of the group, while he adjusts his new armour to his liking. "Stupid piece is chafing me right in the small of the back," he mumbles to himself as he rubs his back up against a tree.
DmCeil ( To Save or Not To Save?) Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:21:53 PM
As Sir Thomas walks ahead of the party, (and Sly is not too far behind him). They Come to a bend in the road, and they start to hear some noises. As they sneak neare(very, very quietly) and look around the bend, they see a group of Orcs (some of them are the same as the ones that attack you last time you battle). They (the Orcs) are selling slaves to the Mask Cultist. The leader is not the same One (Bear), but he's just as big and has a patch over one eye. Now is your chance to save those poor slave from a faith worse than DEATH. What do you do? Go back to the party? And plan an attack? or just pass by and not get involved? AS Sir Thomas look around, The Orc and the Cultist are in a big pocket like crevasse on the side of the mountain.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:32:24 PM
Sly follows Sir Thomas, and tells Luke to be quiet. When they come to the bend and see the slavers and the Cultist, He wispers to Sir Thomas,"Look some of the same Orc we almost lost to..." Then look around and see that then in a pocket like crevace with only one way out. Sly look back at Sir Thomas and ask(in sign)~What do we do now?~
Qwint Edsa Thursday November 16th, 2000 9:27:01 PM
Qwint graciously thanks Thomas for the Cure Light Wounds and enjoys his journey in the cart. His armor is on, and his sword is strapped to the outside of the cart,
Alyndar Thursday November 16th, 2000 9:58:58 PM
Aly brings the car to a halt on the side of the path opposite where Sir Thomas and Sly starts their stalking. He motions for everyone else to quiet themselves then points in Sir Thomas's and Sly's direction, then points to his own eyes and then points in a big circle. Aly hobbles the steeds attached to his cart and sets the brake, he then prepares himself for whatever danger Sir Thomas and Sly have noticed and then joins in with the others in watching for danger.
Trace and Radiant Thursday November 16th, 2000 10:44:22 PM
"Ok here is my two copper pices to this matter. First thing we are not going to pass a chance to engage these orc again. Second, we will seperate the slaves from the two parties bellow, send the mask people along on their way, destroy the orcs and hopefully find out where that bear looking leader is. This is just a suggestion but I feel very strongly about it. This is how I suggest we go about it. Quint and Sir Thomas go to one end of the crevas then Lok and Sly go to the other to form a trap. Me and Uteva will start to pick off some of the Orcs from above with our bows and Aly will add what he can with whatever he cooks up at night. If one of our traps start to fail I will descend to reenforce that side while Aly and Uteva continue the support from above. If the Masked one do not wish to leave peacefully then they will suffer the same fate as the Orcs. Cause I am about to return the favor to the Orcs that they gave me for makeing me fight with most of my clothes and armor. I have an open mind if someone has another suggestion." After Trace lays out his plan he pulls out his bow and readies two arrows.
Ilsidur Friday November 17th, 2000 12:11:52 AM
Ilsidur listens to what Sir Thomas and Sly have to say about what they found. "Hold on a minute Trace. How do we know exactly what is going on here? If we just charge in and start raining arrows down on the orcs and the ladies, it is likely we will end up having to fight all of them. [OOC: Ceil, how many orcs, ladies and slaves did Sir Thomas see?] I would suggest we set up the trap much like you suggest, but have myself and Sir Thomas enter into the canyon and approach the groups. Sir Thomas, you need to use your ability to detect evil to try to figure out who we might end up fighting. Also, if we get the cahnce to ask some questions, we might find out if these orcs know where 'Bear' can be found. What do you think?"
Serious Uteva Friday November 17th, 2000 10:02:35 AM
Uteva listens carefully to the developing plan, her expression serious. In a low voice, she offers some modifications. "Ilsidur has a good point; we need to know what's going on. But the cultists will know that something is up when they see him and Sir Thomas alone. We'll have to act fast. Sir Thomas, position yourself so we can see your off hand from above. An open hand means wait, a fist means hit only the orcs, the horn sign," and here she demonstrates by closing her left fist and extending her thumb and smallest finger, means hit the cultists. If fighting starts and you give us no sign, we'll hit everybody. If it looks like someone is casting a spell, we'll hit that group."
She asks Thomas and Sly, "Is there enough cover by the road for Lok to sneak in and back you up? Oh! Lok, take the potion of invisibility." Teva digs the vial out of her pack. "Maybe you can start releasing captives when things get wild. Stay clear of the thickest grouping of cultists at first, though, because I'll try to put some of them to sleep."
"Qwint, if you're healed one more time, will you be good to fight? You can take this healing potion if you want. If not, maybe Trace should circle around with Sly, while Qwint plays archer above."
"If things go badly, we regroup here near the cart, or if it's too dangerous, back at the last campsite. Those of us who are going will have to move now to get in position. Good luck to us all."
Alyndar da Battle Mage Friday November 17th, 2000 5:03:35 PM
Aly listens intently to the goings on at the cart. Aly's only question is where the group wants him to be before combat begins. With that said he grabs his combat pouch, puts it on snuggly around his waist, and then grabs his small sack with the left over spell scrolls. <has fireball scroll tucked in belt for quick access>
Dm Ceil - Should We Free Them??? Friday November 17th, 2000 6:53:57 PM
Both Sir Thomas and Sly silently arrived where the party waited. Si r Thomas tells Sly to recount what they saw. " There's a crevasse in the side of the Mountain, It si like a simi circle facing the sea west. There is five Orc slavers holding four prisoners, Two males and two females all in chains. Some of those orc are the ones that jump us the other night, and there's a big Orc with a patch over one eye, He is the one making the deals with the four mask ladies. I over heard that they also want the males for a sacrifice to the Dark One. Inside the simi circle there are bushes where Loc can hide in and plenty of cover for the archers from above, 15' to 20' above and looking down in to a lot of targets.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday November 17th, 2000 7:03:00 PM
Sly tell what he saw, then goes to where the wagon, and takes out this new armor. Then wispers the magic words"Armor On" in an instant the armor was on, "now I won't fight in my underoos again. Sly pick up bow and arrows, then put on his sword. Walks back to where the party is standing, and tell them "I'm ready."
Alyndar Friday November 17th, 2000 9:01:59 PM
Aly, while standing there waiting to move out, proceeds to cast a spell..i cast the Armor spell on myself.
Sir Thomas Saturday November 18th, 2000 8:39:47 AM
Thomas has thoroughly thought over the situation and considered every suggestion. "Good suggestions, I like the combination we came up with. Ilsidur and I will wait for the archers to take position. Lok, take that potion of invisibility and get in there ahead of the two of us. Who is guarding our spell casters? Someone should stay back in case the charge our mages, probably a good job for someone who can use bow and sword. We need to work fast now so that things in the crevace don't change. So, everyone into position and Ilsidur and I will start walking at the count of 20. This is big folks, others are relying on us now. Let's get this done. One . . . Two . . . " Thomas finds that he loves the opportunity to 'talk' to these orcs again. He finds that as he gets closer and closer to twenty he counts faster and faster in anticipation. "Uteva, I'll give the sign. It will be my right hand because that is my sword hand and it will be free until it is time to be artistic. Are you ready friend Ilsidur? Lets get going. There are important matters ahead that require our attention." Thomas gives Ilsidur a pat on the back and starts to walk. He sheaths his sword so that he doesn's appear that he is coming to fight. "Domi will be proud of me today." Thomas walks with a big smile on his face so that hopefully the orcs and women will be taken offguard by a more jovial approach.
Trace and Radiant Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:12:07 AM
"Ok it sounds like a well thought out plan but I'll give 10 to 1 odds that we fight them all. I know those cult women will be ticked when we take thier new property. I will guard Aly from up here and help Quint and Uteva fire arrows. I think that I should go down with yall though since someone needs to take care of the large orc. I am in the best health out of everyone here. That settels it, I will go down also and Uteva and Quint will watch over Aly. There is now way we will be able to face this group without bloodshed." Trace returns his bow and arrows back to their rightfull spot and draws his sword and and shield. "Ok I am ready."
Alyndar Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:37:19 AM
Aly follows with Trace and pulls the Fireball scroll from his belt, When we get into position Aly will target the Masked Women, making sure he gets the majority of them if not all of them in the circle without hitting the 4 captives. If Aly can get all the orcs too in the circle, so much the better.
Ilsidur Saturday November 18th, 2000 10:50:12 AM
Ilsidur moves up beside Sir Thomas, slinging his crossbow over his back and carrying his battleaxe. "Trace, I am at full strength [OOC: 27 hp], so I should be able to hold my own in the melee. If you want, you can stay back and use your bow, and protect the spellcasters; or you can come in with us, either way. I am fairly certain that if we have to fight the women as well as the orcs, some of the enemies will move towards our casters. Also, we NEED to capture one of the orcs, hopefully the big one with the eye patch. I will target him with a hold person spell as soon as I see Sir Thomas' signal. I have more healing available, but I think we better save it until after the fight." He turns to Sir Thomas, "Sometime early on, please try to determine if these masked ladies are evil or not. Now, everyone gather around, and I will pray for Marmathon Dur's blessing on all of us for the fight." [OOC: Ilsidur casts bless on the group, as close to the fight as possible. This means everyone is +1 to hit and damage, and +1 save vs fear, for the next 6 rounds. Ceil, please let us know how long during combat the spell will last, since I figure it will take a couple of rounds for us to get into place.] After cassting the spell, Ilsidur says, "Now, quickly, lets move it." He hurries to keep up with Sir Thomas (and Trace, if he accompanies us).
Alyndar Saturday November 18th, 2000 1:11:23 PM
Remembering the dream he had he stops and gets everyones attention. When he has it he informs everyone that these women can charm naturally. So be on extra guard against that.
Dm Ceil - Ready...Set...GO Saturday November 18th, 2000 1:19:02 PM
The Orcs surrounding the slaves are very interested in what One-eye is yelling at the Mask Ladies,"These Slaves were caught just last night, Will make nice sacrifice for HIM. 5,000gp for the lot..." they are gypsies not worth washing our feet, 2,000gp..."yell the Mask Ladies. (really OOC: OK Ilsidur I'll give you one round to set up and 5 round fighting).
Qwint Edsa Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:19:23 PM
Nodding to the group, Qwint pulls on his armor and readies his bow, notching an arrow. He moves next to Teva. "You ready?"
Serious Uteva Sunday November 19th, 2000 6:06:35 PM
Pale beneath her freckles, Teva draws a dagger and moves quickly with Qwint up into the bush by the road, climbing and working around to where they can get protected shots at the meeting below. She keeps a careful eye out in case the orcs or cultists have archers of their own up here, but is more concerned with being in place in time to support Sir Thomas and Ilsidur.
When they reach a suitable spot, she kneels behind the partial cover of a bush, sheaths her dagger, and sets her short bow before her. Reaching into the pouch at her waist, she spills fine sand from a small packet into the palm of her hand, and calls to mind the complexities of her Sleep spell.
She looks over the situation below and murmurs quietly, "Qwint, can you see any one further along that Sly and Sir Thomas might have missed?"
I'm not much of an archer, she thinks to herself. I hope we haven't made a mistake, putting me up here.
Tense and worried, she holds, waiting for the boys below to make their move.
Alyndar Sunday November 19th, 2000 8:20:18 PM
Aly trudges along swiftly and quietly to a spot above the masked ladies. Trying his best to keep out of sight, darting from tree to tree to rock to shrub til he is in a good spot to oversee the upcoming battle ground. Aly pulls out his fireball scroll, and starts estimating where he is gonna place the center of the spell to most effect. <where it gets all of the ladies and the orcs without hiting the captives>
Aly also pays attention to his surroundings, making sure noone is sneaking up on us while we sneak up on them.
Trace and Radiant (ego check) Sunday November 19th, 2000 8:30:40 PM
Trace realizes that it would be best to make sure that Aly is protected up on top and says to him self he can allways charge in if they need help. "Ok I guess Aly needs someone to watch his back. I will take a post up here with my bow." Trace returns his sword and shield then readies his bow and two arrows.
Sir Thomas Sunday November 19th, 2000 10:00:39 PM
[OOC: I'm full hp too.] "Good choice Trace. I think it is best for as few of us to risk ourselves as need be. So it is Ilsidur and I going into the mouth of danger. May Mamathon Dur and Alemi BOTH help us." Thomas feels his battle nerves start to take over, and finds a slight tremor in his hands. His heart begins to race faster and faster as he and his friend get closer to the targets. When he feels that he and Ilsidur are within range that he will be able to detect an evil presence he grabs Ilsidurs arm and says, "Slow down a bit so I can concentrate, I'm detecting evil presence, and I may need you to guide me as we walk." As he concentrates on the vibing ebb that should come from the supernatural eminence that is respectfully known as good and evil, Thomas surveys the scene to collect all of the sensory perception that he can. This survey does him little good as far as knowing who is where, but it should help him feel the evil if it exists. Thomas' sword hand is empty and hanging stiffly around his right buttocks, ready to give the appropiate sign.
Ilsidur Monday November 20th, 2000 12:44:31 AM
As Sir Thomas and Ilsidur enter into the valley, he feels the paladin's grip on his shoulder. In response to Sir Thomas' request for guidance, Ilsidur replies quietly, "I will lead you towards the orcs and the women. Squeeze my shoulder if you detect that the women are evil." Then, as they move closer to the bargainers, Ilsidur calls out, "Hey, is this a private sale, or can anyone join? How much to buy the stinking orcs? I need something to scare the mice out of my basement, and their stench will do the job just fine!"
"WHO DAT SAY THAT" Dm Ceil Monday November 20th, 2000 5:18:37 PM
The big one eyed Orc was about to yell at the Mask ladies, when he hears the voices of streangers. "Who's There ? What do you want? No BUSNESS here... GO away..." The slaves huddle in frount of the cave. The smaller orc are getting tence and gets their daggers out, puts them into their mouth and take a net in both hands. The Mash Ladies are taken by supprise, but not for long, they will take a wand out of there belts. They shout"they are the one's at the camp, this is our chance to get that grey elf..."
Lok Mufflefoot Monday November 20th, 2000 5:34:43 PM
Lok gets quite angry at himself, for not having believed the rumors of these terrible women. However he realizes it is time to set up position and readies his bow for the target practice on these terrible people. He trains his aim down upon the lead orc and aims steadily.
Alyndar 6d6(5+3+3+3+6+2)=22 Monday November 20th, 2000 8:18:11 PM
Upon seeing the orcs draw weapons and the women draw wands, Alyndar reads the spell from the scroll, encompasing the women and as many of the orcs as possible in the radius of the Fireball. Doing 22 points of damage to everyone in the radius of the spell. <I make sure the captives in the cave is out of the radius when i cast it>
Aly then starts preparing to cast another spell, Magic Missile at the Woman who was negotiating with the Orcs.
Sir Thomas d20=15 d8=5 Monday November 20th, 2000 9:21:17 PM
In the middle of Thomas' concentration on supernatural forces, Ilsidur speaks out and causes a reaction that does not need his Lord Alemi's guidance to reveal. As the inhabitants of the cave make aggresive intentions known, Thomas snap out of his spell and throws his hand into the air. His hand is in the shpe of a horn with his thumb up and his pinky up, but his other four fingers curled into a fist position. He waves it around for a second as he breaks into a charge. He draws his sword and makes a formal charge at the big orc. "May Domi grant me vengence! AAAARRRRGGGHHH!!" Thomas brings his large bastard sword down on the orc with deadly intent and similar results. (Rolled 15 for attack, hitting AC -2 after charge bonus; doing (5 x 2)+3=13 hp damage) Thomas runs through the attack and sets his sights and his course on the small orcs near the captives, regardless of the effect his attack has on the large orc. Thomas wants to get to the back of the cave to protect the captives and absorb the attention of their captors. Thomas has faith that his friends can finish the large, one-eyed orc and the ladies in the meantime.
Ilsidur Monday November 20th, 2000 11:02:29 PM
Ilsidur watches the orcs and the masked women turn towards his insult as he moves into the valley. Then there is a loud WHOOSH as the fireball goes off in the midst of the slavers. The stink of burnt flesh fills his nostrils as he charges in behind the big paladin. His hold person spell at the ready, he quickly changes targets to catch three of the smaller orcs. [OOC: cast hold person at up to 3 orcs that survived the fireball. If only one orc, it is at -2 to save, if two orcs, then each saves at -1 and if three orcs targeted, each makes a normal save. If all small orcs are down, then target big orc, and if only women are left, then target up to three of them.] After casting his spell, he pulls up short in front of the big one-eyed orc. He shouts in orcish, "Drop your weapon and fall on your face, or face the wrath of Most High Marmathon Dur!" He grips his silver battle axe in both hands, realizing that he may not be so lucky in this battle as in the past. "Time to christen the new armour and axe, he thinks to himself."
Trace and Radiant d20+1=19 d20+1=19 d6+1=4 d6+1=4 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 12:04:01 AM
Trace targets the ladies, if any are still standing after the fireball he fires two arrows down into them. If all cult members are dead his aim turns to the small orcs. His aim is strong and true as he finds his mark both times (rolling 19 twice hitting ac-3 twice and doing a total of 8 hp's damage). Trace screams his war cry and loads another two arrows while keeping a look out for anyone advanceing on him and Aly. "Stick close Aly I think I heard them say something about a grey elf, and guess what, I am a wood elf so that narrows it down pretty quick huh." Trace cracks and smile and begins to pick out another target.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=4 d20=14 d6=5 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 1:31:52 AM
Sly draws his bow and lets the arrows fly, hitting one orc and missing one other. "Oh Boy I hit one. Now lets see if I can do it again." talking to himself. Then taking two more arrows and this time aiming for the other side of the cave entrance. "Luke be quiet, you'll get your fun in a minute."
Uteva 2d4(3+1)=4 2d20(5+8)+1=14 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 9:28:20 AM
Uteva waits for the flames and smoke to clear enough for her to see which of their opponents remain standing.
If more than one of the masked women remain standing, she begins her spellsong, a soft sequence of notes reminiscent of every mother's lullaby. The sand grains that she flings out toward the cultists drift onto their heads, putting 4 hit dice of them to Sleep.
Otherwise, she takes up her short bow and fires twice at the remaining cultist, or else at the one-eyed orc, missing her target in her care not to hit Sir Thomas.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=18 d20=13 d6=6 d6=4 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 4:52:39 PM
Lok Mufflefoot sends two arrows shooting off towards the orcs who are still standing if there are any, or any of the women, He is so angered that his first arrow has a terrible zing to it as it strikes it's target (to hit 18 + dex bonus, forgot to add 18 dex, 6 dam cheer). Whipping another arrow out and letting it fly he sends it sailing into the mess of orcs and women hoping it will end another's life (13 to hit, plus dex bonus, forgot to add it again, 4 dam).
OH NO We have trouble - Dm Ceil Tuesday November 21st, 2000 9:15:11 PM
Now their's a big burst of fire, burns the cap off the one with the one eye (doing 20points of damage) and killing the three orc in back of him and two Mask Ladies. The two live ones are hurt for three points each and will set fire to the bushes with their wands, and then will try to kill the gray Elf. The three orc near the cave are #1 orc for 6 points, #5 orc for 5points and #6 orc for 4 points. The Big Orc Yells in pain as his cape burns off of him, reveiling the he has four arms, "Who are you... to come here and ruin Patches sales?" Patches takes out four daggers (one for each hands) waving his arms like a windmill, making it inposible for Sir Thomas (or anybody else) to get around and behind him. " Alright now got your green feet out here and KILL these Slaves.... NOW..." You can see four more taking their time coming out of that cave.
Qwint Edsa d20=3 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:21:50 PM
Noticing the Orcs starting to move to kill the slaves, Qwint lets an arrow fly, missing completely and utterly, all he does his attract attention to himself. (Rolled a 3) He curses and notches another arrow.
Ilsidur Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:53:59 PM
Since his spell did not appear to go off [OOC: Ceil, I cast HOLD PERSON in my last post, and you didn't say what happened as a result, so I will change targets.] he changes targets for his spell and tries to affect three of the new orcs enterring the fray and moving towards the slaves with intent to kill them. [OOC: Ceil, please tell me what effects the HOLD PERSON spell has on the new orcs. They must make a save vs spell or are held.] He watches the arrows rain down on the other combatants, and shouts, "Step right up, there's plenty for everyone here!"
Sir Thomas d20=7 d20=19 d8=8 d8=3 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:54:57 PM
[OOC: Don't forget to add the damage Thomas did to the orc with his charge.] "Curse" Thomas doesn't like not being able to get past the large, four-limbed creature. "I am not afraid of you!" Thomas yells directly at the large creature as he takes a mighty but misdirected swing at the orc. He misses, confused by the nature of this creature's spinning attack. (rolled 7 hitting ac 8 doing 8+3=11 if hit.) Thomas wastes no time in seeing the opening he created with his first swing. He drops to one knee, raises his shield above his head for protection and comes up under the defenses of the orc in a thrust that sinks into the flesh of Thomas' opponent. (rolled 19 doing 3+3=6hp damage) Thomas feels satisfaction as his sword finds its mark. He realizes that he can not linger unless he desires another beating, so he drops back to one knee and performs a shoulder roll to get him out from under the orc. "But you will beg for your life before we are through with you foolish creature." The words roll off of his tongue as though they were a third attack with his sword. Thomas is acting on pure instinct and adrenaline. He moves in and out, up and down distracting the orc and hopefully drawing its attention, and making it harder to hit him. Blind, stupid rage can be our friend today.
Alyndar 2d4(1+3)+2=6 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 11:04:37 PM
[ooc Ceil, i did 22 points, not 20 with the fireball] Aly lets loose with his magic missile targeting one of the 2 remaining women, doing 6 points of damage. Aly then backs up, letting Trace come between him and the Orcs approaching them, all the while preparing another spell [Color Spray] to cast on the Orcs.
Alyndar Tuesday November 21st, 2000 11:09:50 PM
OOPS disregard my last post. I misread the DMs post. Here's my new post:
[/ooc Ceil, my Fireball did 22 points of damage, not 20]
Aly lets loose 2 magic missiles on one of the 2 remaining women, doing 6 points of damage, he then backs up, putting Trace between him and the 2 women advancing on him, all the while, preparing another spell to cast on them.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=12 d20=20 d8=7 d8=2 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 7:44:42 AM
Lok reloads and fires a couple of arrows at the orc named "Patches". Screaming loudly the halfling seems to be enraged at the thought that Sir Thomas could be in danger by one who is so terrifying. With that he aims at Patches unless he falls. Then Lok thinks, we will take care of those going for the slaves. He sends a pretty straight arrow (12+2 for dex forgot dex bonus again sorry hits ac 3 dam 7) and an arrow that hits it's target in a very deadly manner thunking horribly into flesh (20 hits auto, dam 2 crit hit?).
Trace and Radiant d20+1=2 d20+1=8 d20+2=3 d20+2=9 d20+2=17 d8=2 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 8:23:54 AM
(ooc: you didnt notate my 8pts of damage from the first two arrows)
Trace sets his aim on one of the two women comeing up the hill after Aly. He lets two arrows fly and on deffinatly misses but the other he is not sure if it found it's mark(hit ac of 8 for 2+1hp damage). Seeing that they are still comeing Trace sends Radiant down to distract them. (in three dives Radiant connects once hitting ac of 3 for 1+1 =2hps damage). If the women advance closer Trace will discard his bow and draw his sword and shield, if they stay and fight from there he will continue to fire arrows down upon them.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=10 d20=3 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 11:35:20 AM
Sly lets fly two arrows, aiming for the two orc (#5 and #6). But Sly's arrow hit the two dead orc (#2 and #3) instead. "Opps" said Sly,"I have to adjust for wind." Sly will take out two more arrows for the next round.
Uteva d20=9 d20=10 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 2:55:16 PM
(ooc: was the SLEEP spell cast or not?)
Uteva fires two shots toward the orcs emerging from the cave, but again, her arrows fail to strike flesh.
She exchanges a worried glance with Qwint. "We can't let them kill those people!"
Patches fight back -Ceil - Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 4:44:27 PM
Ilsidur Hold spell did nothing on the new orc, but is it did Hold one of the mask ladies, she was dead and didn't hit the ground yet, Because Alyndar magic missal killed her first. Loc hit the first orc out of the cave for 7hp, as the other three orc is running zigzag with bow and arrows all aiming at Qwint. As Trace run by the last mask will make one last lounge at Alyndar, hit him for six hp. Sir Thomas hit the moving Patch for eleven hp and scratch his leg for two more hp. Radiant is diving for an attack. Now Patches still in his windmill mode, sinks a dagger in to the shield of sir Thomas, making a very big gash in it and cutting his arm for three hp on the arm and for two hp on Sir Thomas expose calf. Patches windmills around again for another pass. " now Patches is mad ... will kill you all ... better yet, will sacrifice you all to the master ... my big brothers will help when they get back. In the mean time the four orc coming out of the cave, all missed Qwint.
(ooc)Dm Ceil Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 4:50:51 PM
I had done the roll for patches and the four orc shooting qwint, and also for the last remaininf Mask Lady. But my server kick me off line. Noe I can not show the rolls or re-roll because i have already post. Just take my word, your ahead... BUT not for long...
Trace and Radiant d20+2=17 d20+2=22 d20+2=3 d20+2=3 d8+3=8 d20+2=21 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 10:10:27 PM
Watching the masked lady run by him and attack Aly he drops his bow and draws his sword and shield. "Hey darlin you overlooked me." Trace turns and hammers down on the cultist (hits ac-1 doing 8hp's of damage). Smileing Trace moves infront of Aly to postion himself between Aly and the cultist. Trace then screams a plea for Radiant to attack the large Orc. Radiant dives down on to the Large orc (hits ac-2 and does 2hp's dmg) he then dives two more times missing but catches the large orc on a fourth and final pass.(rolled again because of the natural 20.. hits ac-1 and does 2hp's damage). If the cultist is dead Trace will give Aly the healing potion then sprint down to drop that large orc if she is still alive, Trace will stand his ground and protect Aly.
Alyndar d4+1=4 d4+1=4 d4+1=4 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 10:44:02 PM
Aly pulls out another scroll, reads the scroll, and targets Patches with it's outcome. Magic Missile, doing 12 points of damage.
Aly then backs up, letting Trace take his spot, and goes on Full Defense. Watching for reinforcements for the orcs and the ladies.
Ilsidur d20=2 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:34:34 PM
[OOC: REMEMBER EVERYONE, YOU ARE +1 TO HIT AND DAMAGE FOR THIS ROUND AND THE NEXT 2 ROUNDS.] Ilsidur runs (shuffles) past Sir Thomas and Patches in combat shouting, "Sir Thomas, if you need help, yell!" He runs forward to cut off the new orcs moving towards the slaves, and places himself between the orcs and the slaves. He shouts in orcish, "Fight me, you frightened kobolds, or are you too scared to take on one lone dwarf!" Then he takes a swing at the nearest new orc, but all of his running and shouting has momentarily run him out of breath, and his swing is wide of the mark [OOC: Unless orcs have AC12]. He quickly recovers and readies himself for the counterswings that will come his way.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20+1=12 d20+1=17 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:48:00 PM
Sly aiming for the orc coming out of the cave, missing with one arrow, but the second arrow Hits # 1 orc taking hid last 3hp of life. Seeing how lucky Qwintwas, Sly yells to Him,"That's it Qwint,When in battle, think thin, that what my Father use to say". Turns to Luke and tells him," GO... HELP... Ilsidur with the ors down there. Have Fun Boy."
Lok d20+1=16 d20+1=9 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:57:15 PM
Lok aims and let's fly two arrows, the first arrow misses but the second arrow hits orc #8 for three hp. "after this battle I'm going to ask for a cookie,"
Uteva d20=8 d20=6 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 3:08:31 PM
Teva spares a quick glance for the feathered shaft quivering in the trunk that separates her from Qwint before releasing her next shot. It flies harmlessly past the orcish archers below, and her next arrow does the same.
Oh! Oh! More Trouble - Dm Ceil d20=14 d20=4 d20=15 d20=7 d20=20 d20=20 d20=16 d6=1 d6=6 d6=5 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 7:31:55 PM
Patches stagers and fall on one knee, then get up with the fire of anger, Restarts his windmill attack. Now he's bent on killing Sir Thomas he comes nearer and nearer, those blades are going so fast that they look like one circular blade. Trace has killed the last of the mask ladies. Radiant has hurt Patches bad, blood is running down his face. The orc in the back are now approaching the front of the road, leaving the slaves alone. They want the intruders and they are going to get these upstarts.( That ors #5, #7 hit Sly for 6hp, #8, #9 hits Qwinte for 5 hp and #10) Unfortunly Alyndar fears has come true. Around the corner Two Mask Ladies (on Horse back) And knock Uteva to the ground (Utevq gets 1 HP) cat fight, That's hand to hand)). The second Mask Ladies takes a dagger and starts for the wagon and Alyndar. And She has murder in her eyes.
Trace and Radiant d20+2=18 d20+2=12 d20+2=10 d20+2=12 d20+2=8 d8+3=10 d8+3=8 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 8:54:12 PM
As the masked rider comes raceing towards Trace and Aly Trace turns and hammers down quickly on the cultist (hits ac-4 for 10hp's dmg) before the cultist can make another move Trace spins and slices again as blood spews through the air (hits ac2 for 8hp's dmg for total 18hp's). Trace stands guard between Aly and any advanceing problems. Radiant coninues to attack Patches but has trouble connecting with the large orc perfoming some sort of windmill act. "Uteva! run this way so that you can protect Aly, I will take care of her."
Ilsidur d20+1=14 d10+1=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 9:20:54 PM
Ilsidur moves closer to the attacking orcs, swinging at orc #7 [OOC: hit AC 3], and hitting it a glancing blow along the side [4 hp damage, forgot to add +1 for strength bonus]. He shouts in orcish, "My axe is blooded, now it will finish the rest of you weakling scum!"
Alyndar d4+1=5 d4+3=7 d4+3=6 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 11:18:08 PM
Alyndar see's that Most likely Trace and Uteva has the Masked Lady riding at him taken care of so he reverts to the target that gives us the most trouble, Patches. Aly recites the words, makes the proper gestures, and throws a handful of ground mica in the direction of Patches, putting Patches in the area of effect but not anyone else. [ Glitterdust ]
[ he gets a save, if failed he is blinded for 5 rounds, the area of effect lasts for 7 rounds. The effect is : -4 to attack rolls, ac and saving throws ] [ area of effect is a 20' cube ]
Disregard the last roll.
Lok Mufflefoot d4+1=2 d20=9 Friday November 24th, 2000 7:38:01 AM
Tired of staying safe behind his bow and seeing that Sir Thomas really needs help, Lok pulls his new dagger out as well as his silver ball. Closing on Patches he says "Terrific" when he is close enough sending the silver ball shooting out at patches and striking him in the head doing minor damage (auto hit 2 points damage, Patches must save or be stunned). As well, he leaps at Patches (9 to hit, forgot the +2 to hit modifier but don't think it helps enough hits ac 8) with his new orcbane dagger at the ready, but it somehow decides to be deflected by one of the windmill arms and comes back around to him. With a deep growl in his throat, the halfling appears to have only the thought of Patches dying etched across his furrowed brow.
Red-faced Uteva d20=8 Friday November 24th, 2000 12:39:50 PM
"Argh!" Teva shouts in frustration as she hits the ground on a well-padded portion of her anatomy. "Daughter of a she-goat!" She manages to hang onto her bow, though her faces flushes at the indignity. (Passed voluntary Dex check.) She climbs quickly to her feet, drawing a dagger to defend herself. "Now you've angered me, witch!"
She heads toward Trace and Alyndar as quickly as she can, dodging opponents where necessary. "Coming, Trace," she calls.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=2 d20=16 d6=2 Friday November 24th, 2000 5:45:08 PM
Sly Foxx uses his bow to Orc #9 and #10. While Luke run down to attack the Four armed wonder. Missing #10 =, But hitting #9 for 2hp. " Darn, allow for the wind, you'll get hurt this way."
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=7 d20=10 d6=1 Friday November 24th, 2000 5:48:51 PM
Sly Foxx uses his bow to Orc #9 and #10. While Luke run down to attack the Four armed wonder. Missing #10 =, But hitting #9 for 2hp. " Darn, allow for the wind, you'll get hurt this way."
What this? what did you do?Dm -Ceil- d20=6 d20=15 d20=20 d20=4 d20=20 d20=3 d20=9 d6=5 d6=3 d6=1 d6=5 Friday November 24th, 2000 6:26:35 PM
The spell that Alyndar work, a flash of bright hits and Patches screams, But that don't stop him. With renewed energy, his arms swing faster and his spinning gets a wider circle. them the Bird attacks him(with 3hp damage), and a dog attack his jugular(with 5hp damage). Then someone jumps on his back(for 5 more hp damage). Now Patches falls on his back and twiches a little, and then Patches is dead. The four orcs (#5, #7 dead with 1hp, #8, #9, and #10) are marching forward, and now banish their bows for short swords. They will attack in the next round. Now Uteva get up, but the Mask Lady grabs her ankle and bring her down again, " Come here to me, you big cow. You'll be my sacrifice to the Dark One." With this said she is going to pull a dagger out of her belt and will use it.
Alyndar d4+1=5 d4+1=3 Friday November 24th, 2000 7:48:13 PM
Aly smiles as Patches falls to the ground with the 2 animals tearing him to shreds. He turns his attention towards the Woman grabbing Uteva, he recites the words and points at the woman, letting fly 2 blue streaks of pure magic, striking the woman in between her shoulderblades, doing : 8 points of damage.
Ilsidur d20=15 d10+2=8 Friday November 24th, 2000 8:04:48 PM
[OOC: REMEMBER, THIS IS THE LAST ROUND WITH THE +1 TO HIT AND DAMAGE BONUS FOR THE BLESS SPELL] Ilsidur watches with great satisfaction as the orc crumbles in front of him [#7 dropping], then moves to intercept # 8, 9, and 10. As he moves, he shouts, "Keep up the archery work! I'll hold them off as best I can. Sir Thomas, can you help Uteva?" Nearing the orcs, he shouts in orcish, "Three weakling little orcs for one dwarf, those odds are about right! Step right up!" Then he takes a mighty swing at orc #8 [OOC: Hit AC 1], chopping deeply down into the shoulder joint [for 8 hp damage]. He laughs loudly as the thrill of combat comes over him.
Ilsidur Friday November 24th, 2000 8:07:01 PM
[OOC: Ceil, in my last post, I hit AC2, not AC1.]
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=1 d20=17 d6+1=3 Saturday November 25th, 2000 11:40:17 AM
Sly out of the corner of his eye, the orc(#5) move, So Sly sends a couple of arrows his way, the first arrow hits and does 3hp of damage, the other arrow misses the orc. Sly is pretty proud of Luke, but wonders 'how am I going to make him let go?'.
Trace and Radiant (Victory is at hand!) d20+2=17 d8+4=10 d20+3=5 d20+3=23 d20+3=11 d20+3=18 Saturday November 25th, 2000 12:04:20 PM
Trace rushes down to finish off the rest of the orcs and as he runs by Uteva and the cultist he takes his sword and lops off the head of the cultist and keeps on running down to where the last of the battle is. (hits -3ac with 10hp's dmg.). Trace then calls to Radiant from the trees to attack the closest orc. With such percesion Radiant darts down upon the unluck orc with such fury (hits twice out of 4 passes hitting ac-3 doing 2hps dmg, hitting ac2 doing 2hp's dmg.)
Alyndar Saturday November 25th, 2000 11:55:21 PM
Aly rushes behind Trace and heads for the captives. He rushes to them, frees them from their bonds, and the hurries them to the safety of the cart. Hovering over them the whole time like a mother hen over her chicks.
Uteva Sunday November 26th, 2000 3:34:33 PM
Teva disentangles herself from the dead woman, suppressing shudders of revulsion. She clambers once more to her feet, looks around at the carnage, and readies her bow to target the remaining orcs.
Sir Thomas d20=4 Sunday November 26th, 2000 11:03:06 PM
Thomas returns from whereever he was and curses himself for his delays in fighting Patches. Maybe his ploy in drawing the attention of the large oughf worked to his friends' benefit. It only cost him a painful gash in his arm and the loss of his shield. When Patches drops Thomas rises from behind his shield and spits on the carcass and drops his trashed shield on top of it. He then turns and charges the orcs that are facing off against Ilsidur. He runs with his sword raised high and both hands on the pummel. "Face me you foul creatures! Domi will be proud of me when he sees what I have done to you." Unfortunately, Thomas only draws their attention with his mighty two-handed swing as he charges past and must turn to fight them from the opposite direction that he charged in. (Rolled 4 hitting ac 11. At least it wasn't a 1) Thomas faces off with his sword in front of him ready to absorb any attention the orcs wish to give him.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=12 d4+2=3 d4+1=3 Monday November 27th, 2000 12:16:30 PM
(ooc forgot to add that bless +1 hit and +2 for orcs from dagger, I gotta be more careful) Lok leaps to Ilsidur's side and grins at him a moment. "Me too, me too!" With that he darts for #9 and stabs his dagger quickly at the orc and with surprising agility(15 to hit 3 damage). Wiggling one ear at the orc he says "TERRIFIC" loudly and the silver ball in his right hand leaps out striking the orc straight in the forehead (3 dam sv or be stunned). Giggling at the happy results so far of the battle the halfling prepares for the onslaught of the other orcs.
OH Your Going To Get It - Dm Ceil - Monday November 27th, 2000 8:15:19 PM
The four Orc that are left, just cannot believe that Patches is dead. " Come let us kill all... We cannot go back to brothers... They kill us cause we did not fight right.... So let's start with these slaves....." With this said the will turn and try to slaughter the slaves. The bird and the dog are still hitting on patches corps. Alyndar smiles, No smirks at the body of the last Mask ones, but look to see that the others are not looking at his enjoyment, after all he is a Gray Elf. Ilsidur watches as the four orcs (badly hurt orc) turn to do their worse. Sly is getting pretty proud of him self, He's helping instead of getting help, Fells good, real good. Will send two more arrows. Trace is drunk with the taste of victory, charges on. Uteva gets up and will kick some dirt in the mask low life. Sir Thomas pulls himself up to his full height, discard his shield and press on to the rest of those orcs. Lok with renewed glee stabs the orc, yells "TERRIFIC" and the Silver Ball leaps out of his hand and stuns the orc, with cross eyes the orc falls to the ground (stunned but not dead YET" As the slaves yells and cries for their lives, for they see those who are still alive will kill them.
Qwint Edsa d20=14 d6=4 d8=3 Monday November 27th, 2000 8:32:57 PM
OOC: Sorry I haven't been posting, please ignore d6, was a misroll Qwint grimaced, and pulled a n arrow out of his leg. He knelt down, and fired another shot (THAC0 is 18), the arrow sailed through the air and...
Trace and Radiant d20+1=5 d20+1=20 d8+3=9 Monday November 27th, 2000 8:34:04 PM
After Trace decapitated the masked cult he ran down and put himself between the slaves and the orcs. As the group advances Trace spins and swings twice missing first but putting a hard thunk on the second pass as the sword finds it's mark (hitting ac of -6 with 9hp's dmg.) Trace pulls back in a defensive manner inorder to protect the slaves so that the orcs have to go through him to attack.
Qwint Edsa (forget other post-keep rolls) Monday November 27th, 2000 8:34:12 PM
OOC: I forgot to put something into that post... OOC: Sorry I haven't been posting, please ignore d6, was a misroll Qwint grimaced, and pulled a n arrow out of his leg. He knelt down, and fired another shot at one of the Orcs about to kill the slaves (THAC0 is 18-rolled 14), the arrow sailed through the air and...
Alyndar Monday November 27th, 2000 9:24:38 PM
Aly, on his way to the save the captives, sees the the 4 remaining orcs turn to do their worst on them. Aly comes to a stop, and casts Color Spray in their direction.
Sir Thomas d20=17 d20=4 d8=2 d4=2 d4=4 Monday November 27th, 2000 10:41:02 PM
Sir Thomas takes a mighty two handed swing at one of the orcs with his large sword. (rolled 17 hitting ac -2 for 9hp damage -- ignore d8 that's a one handed attack damage.) He strikes true to the creature and tries to take a bite out of another while he's at it, but his aim is not so true the second time. He misses, but continues to advance on his soon to be dead victims. (rolled 4 hitting ac 11)
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=8 d20=10 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 12:34:58 AM
"Oh! Boy! it's getting hard to aim now, too many friends and not enough foes." Sly ponders as he miss his targets (both of them).
Lok Mufflefoot d20+2=12 d4+2=6 d4+1=2 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:24:16 AM
Lok leaves the stunned orc on the ground leaping at the orcs who are nearing the slaves. There are more imporant things than killing orcs he thinks to himself. With a battle cry that only a halfling can really muster he nears the orcs heading towards the slaves and takes a swing at them with his dagger (12 to hit, hits ac 7 i think, 6 damage). Unsure as to the effectiveness of his dagger he grins while being nearly on top of the orc and whispers to the orc "I am a TERRIFIC juggler". With that the little ball bounces off the shoulder of the orc speedily.(damage 2, sv vs stun)
Uteva d20=10 d20=14 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:05:31 AM
Though desperate to save the captives, Teva can't bring herself to fire recklessly into the midst of friend and foe. In her care to target only one of the orcs (-4), her shots fly past him, the second arrow narrowly missing his ear.
And Now There Are Two - Dm Ceil - d20=2 d20=8 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:12:42 PM
The battle is heathing up, even thow the orc are getting the worst of it, but they still fight on. Quint even has he takes the arrow out of his leg, lets fly an arrow hitting #8 for his last 3 points of life. Trace almost slices poor orc #9 for his last 9hp, the orc fall to peices. Lok with his jumping get orc #6 , with a 6hp,then another 2hp of damage, the orc #6 stagers and raises his dagger and bend to kill one of the slaves, GETs hit by Utiva trick shot, which hit him in the ear, for 1hp. there he dropp dead. So the only orcs that are left are #7 and #10. The two left are bloody and will attack the slave. They try to stab them in the back, but they are to hurt, they miss. "Must Kill Slave....Must Kill Slave..." they repet as they will try again.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=7 d20=13 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:19:34 PM
Sly seeing that Quint is hurt, will shoot his two arrows (which misses), and now will bandage Qwint wound.
Trace and Radiant d20+1=11 d8+3=11 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:32:34 PM
Trace continues to keep himself infront of the orcs. Stepping over the halved orc he moves on to the next one swinging with deadly percision. (orc #7 -hit ac 3 with 11 hp's dmg.) Blood sprays everywere then Trace drops his sword and hovers over the slaves that way if any one is attacked it would be him. "I have them covered kill the orc!"
Sir Thomas d20=16 d8=7 d4=1 d4=3 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:47:46 PM
[OOC: and what of Sir Thomas' last attack? Hit once and missed once.] Thomas sees Trace's heroic move and tries to take advantage of the move. He comes down with another two handed thrust, giving the business end of the sword to the orc. (rolled 16 hitting ac -1 for 4 + 3= 7 hp damage. Ignore the d8 because that's a one-handed attack . . . again . . . an accident) He speaks to the orc in a calm voice full of rage, "Domi smells your dying, rotten carcass already scum. You will have handed you the justice that you would deal. Mercy is out of my hands, Alemi will judge you now." Thomas pulls his sword free from the creature and watches as it dies or as his friends converge on its wounded squirmings.
Alyndar Tuesday November 28th, 2000 10:51:46 PM
EXCUSE ME !!!!!
2 posts ago Aly casted Color Spray on these orcs, unless they are super duper up in level they are unconscious.
Uteva d20=6 d20=15 d6=1 Wednesday November 29th, 2000 10:24:57 AM
Having discovered a pattern that works for her, Teva looses another pair of arrows. The second leaves a bloody graze across orc #10's scalp.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday November 29th, 2000 6:21:22 PM
Seeing that his friends have the situation well in hand, Lok runs back and ties up the orc who he stunned using rope from his pack. As he ties the halfling mutters "mean old goblinkin trying to cause harm to people. It's terrible I tell you, terrible." With that Lok motions to his friends so that they will come nearer to help him question the to be captured orc.
The Battle Ends - Dm Ceil - Wednesday November 29th, 2000 6:42:08 PM
A cheer is heard for the slaves (who are under the nets)"HURRAH THE ORCS ARE DEAD." As Trace finishes slicing up Orc #7. Sir Thomas is still in battle mode when he with one mighty swipes of his blade, slices Orc#10 from the top of his head to the tip of his little green toes.(he's DEAD) Sir Thomas and Loc have to laugh when two arrows from Uteva's bow come whizzing by. Ilsidur going to the slaves to see to their safety, almost trips over one of the dead orc. He sees something in his hand a vile of blue potion, Ilsidur recognize it as being a potion of heals all hit points. Uteva is a little red face because she's a little mad at herself, when she comes across one of the horses saddle bag in side is one smoky white potion and a scroll of Glitterdust. Alyndar smiles to himself and thinks*Hmmm not a bad days work* Meanwhile Sly has bandage Quint leg and now the both of them will go down and meet with the party.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday November 29th, 2000 7:33:39 PM
Trace seeing that the danger is over picks up his sword then heads back to the top and retrives his bow. As Trace makes his way down he tries to search for his arrows and search the body's for treasure or anything that can be sold. Trace will also try to round up the horses and tie them to the wagon. "Hey what about the cave? Sir Thomas and Lok, will you two go with me to inspect the cave incase there are more orc hideing out back there?" Trace ties up the horses then makes his way to the cave moveing slowly in useing his infravision to scan the cave as he enters.
Ilsidur Wednesday November 29th, 2000 8:07:51 PM
Ilsidur moves over beside Lok. "Good thinking Lok. I speak orcish, so let me ask this slime-piece a few questions." Ilsidur shakes the orc awake and holds his axe-blade to the orc's throat. "Now," he says in orcish, "We are going to ask you some questions, and we are going to get some answers, and if everyone gets what they want, we just might let you go. Are you going to talk, or do I open you a new mouth-hole?" He waits to hear what the orc has to say, and also waits to hear what the others want to ask the orc prisoner.
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 29th, 2000 8:24:33 PM
Thomas hears Trace's request for backup and thinks that he should go. "Ilsidur, I think you can handle this as well without me as with me. Find out about that big orc, the bear, that's all I want to know." Thomas takes a second to look at the wound on his arm from 'Patches'. "Down to the bone, dang that hurts." Thomas puts it out of his mind and jogs over to the cave mouth and enters with his sword up, right behind Trace. "Trace, would like the big guy to take the lead in hear? You'll be safer that way." Thomas' face grows a wide grin as the two plus any others that join them enter the cave.
Alyndar Thursday November 30th, 2000 12:05:11 AM
Seeing that all is well in hand, Aly goes and gets the cart and horses and brings them up to where the group is.
Uteva Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:11:56 AM
Teva leads her erstwhile wrestling partner's mount down to the roadside and hands the reins over to Trace with a smile. "My thanks for back there," she tells him, pointing over her shoulder in the direction of the cultist's headless body. She touches her hair, wincing to find it spattered with drying blood. "Even if you did muss my hair."
The slim young woman gives Ilsidur and his new friend a wide berth and moves to help Alyndar with the former slaves. "Are you folk all right? I'm Uteva Nerine. I'm so glad we arrived when we did." Having freed one woman from the net, she soothes, "There, isn't that better? Once the boys have checked the cave, we'll move down the road a ways and then I'm sure my friend Alyndar here will stuff you full of scrumptious treats."
Teva keeps up this calming chatter while she and the grey elf remove the nets and lead the captives away from the carnage.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday November 30th, 2000 11:56:50 AM
Sly helping Quint down the path and they both pick up lose arrows. As Sly bring Qwint to see Ilsidur for those wounds, "Ilsidur will help you, I got to get Luke before he eats the corps and gets sick on all that Orc meat." Then walks to Luke (Luke was still holding the on to Patch) "OK! Luke! he's dead he won't bother anybody again, Good Boy! Nice Job! Let Go! Down!" As the dog lets go, Sly give Luke a piece of jerky. Sly spots a Little leather bag around patches neck. Sly takes and opens it, then look inside -- there is five gems -- Emeralds -- all about the same size. Sly walks over to Uteva's side, and tell her "Look what was around Patch neck. Luke found it."
Lok Mufflefoot d100=99 d100=42 Thursday November 30th, 2000 4:06:10 PM
Lok grins as the imposing dwarf takes control of the prisoner. Moving out of the way he giggles a little. Halfling just weren't good to be around during interrogations, they ruined the mood. "I'll check the cave, donna worry!" With that he walks not in the shadows (failed hide in shadows 99) but quite silently (pass move silently 42) down into the cave to scout what is below. With dagger and silver ball at the ready he hopes not to disturb whatever might be down there before he can call for help if need be.
And The Winners Are?- Dm Ceil Thursday November 30th, 2000 6:51:34 PM
As Trace and Sir Thomas enters the dark cave, the light fades and the walls gets narrower. Then the path opens up into an area of about 75 feet circular. Where you can see that it was used to keep slaves before sales (a big holding pen). With straw for beds, some chains, pot of dirty water and not much else. Going around you could see where the smaller orc sleeping mats were, no personal things but a whip or two and a hand full of leather bindings (12 to 16 leather strips), a place where there was a fire and some spoil food there still (you can never tell with Orc Food, maybe they like it that way). Then you can upon HIS corner, There was a big pile of straw with five big animal hide strewed on it. As for a pillow there seems to be a med. bag, about 15inches by 25inches long, tied with a strong yellow cord. At first it look soft, BUT when you open the bag and look inside, you find in scroll cases five of them 1st.- scroll of Cure Moderate Wounds, 2nd.- scroll of Barkshin, 3rd.- Scroll of Shield, 4th.- scroll of identify, 5th.- scroll of Glitterdust and two leather pouches, one with 500gp. in coins and the other 800sp. in coins. both Trace and Sir Thomas look at each in wonder when in back of them they hear Loc say" Oh! Boy! a Bag of Holding. Meanwhile out side of the cave, as Alyndar come back with the wagon. Anybody that has found treasure or is hurt, YELLS at him. Hey! over here I need help, or WOW! Alyndar look at this, THE SLAVES are free, or better still he fell wanted when he hears Sly say,"Do you have any cookies left... PLEASE."
Sir Thomas Thursday November 30th, 2000 7:55:11 PM
After searching the cave fairly thoroughly, but not so thoroughly as to find any secret doors if there are any, Thomas puts his sword in its sheath where it belongs. "Well, I guess we had better start hauling this stuff outside, and then see what else we can do to help clean up the mess. I think we should post a watch because if I remember correctly, 'Patches' said something about his big brother. If he comes back it would be best if we knew about that as soon as possible." Thomas starts hauling treasure out in as large of loads as he can. WHen he first emerges from the cave again he comments to the rest of the group, "All clear in here as far as I tell. He deposits the findings in an area that is accessible by the cart so that no more carrying is needed. When that is finished, he helps dispose of the bodies and suggests the lookout, "Lok, would you care to keep an eye out for any company we might get? It's a really important job, so if you want to do it give it your full attention. what do you say?" When the area is clear of bodies and debris and such, Thomas will look for other ways to help the situation. Maybe talking to the freed slaves, or tending to wounds as best an untrained healer can, maybe the wound in his own forearm. There are probably a thousand things Thomas can jovially do.
Trace and Radiant d20-3=15 Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:07:51 PM
Trace can only shake his head at Sir Thomas' comments about haveing the big guy leading the way. Upon finding the treasure Trace makes a search of the cave for hidden doors. (dont even ask me what the roll is for). Afterwards Trace makes his way out to the rest of the group and to keep watch. "I suggest that we leave as soon as possible since this sight looks to be frequented by orcs and we dont want to get caught off guard by another group arriveing here."
Ilsidur Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:15:20 PM
Ilsidur asks, in a low, threatening voice, (in Orcish), "Tell me about this spot. Do you run a big slave trade? Who buys the slaves? Where is your main camp? Where can we find the huge orc with the 4 arms? Can you take us there?" As he asks each question, he waits for an answer from the orc before asking the next one.
Alyndar Friday December 1st, 2000 9:17:40 AM
Aly pulls the wagon to a stop , rounds up the horses, if any, and ties them to the wagon, and then pulls out his first aid kit, going to each and every groupmate, and begins binding wounds.
Uteva Friday December 1st, 2000 10:56:00 AM
"Good job, Luke," she says, winking at Sly while digging her fingers into the dog's ruff.
Teva talks as she helps with the corpses. "I agree about moving on. We won't do as well in a second fight without the advantages of an ambush and Alyndar's fiery blast."
"Unless you've another of those spells prepared?" she asks, turning to the older elf. "I owe you an apology, by the way. Last night I thought you unreasonably cruel to Dieb and her companions. Today, you had to save me from one of them. I suppose --" and here she laughs, self-mocking, and speaks more quietly. "I suppose I don't like to think that people can be as evil as the monsters." The little bard touches his arm, lightly. "I'm sorry, Alyndar. And thank you."
Teva raises her voice and turns to the others. "Now let's get these people out of here. Would any of you like to arm yourselves?" she asks the captives. "We'll be taking the remaining weapons to sell. We're headed South -- where can we take you folks?"
Alyndar Saturday December 2nd, 2000 11:35:01 AM
Alyndar smiles at Teva, he pats her on the arm and says: it's ok little one.
Aly goes to the back of the wagon, pulls out a hard ceramic pot with cork topper and opens the top, he reaches inside and pulls out 6 cookies the size of Lok's hand and goes and hands one to each person in the group. He then escorts the captives to the cart and offers them Cookies and Peach Cider.
While everyone is eating, Aly takes inventory of everything gained here. (will send all an email with the items, Lok, what is your email addy?)
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday December 2nd, 2000 12:19:02 PM
Sly takes the cookie offerd to him, "Thank-you Sir..". Then watches Uteve walk away from him, "Hmmm-- nice". Sudenly snaping out of hid daydream, turns to Alyndar and ask, "Is there anything I can help with? I have some healing potion in my back pack?"
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