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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:15:53 GMT -5
chiapet Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 The party breaks camp, but not before Gandt takes a moment to cast Detect Magic and scan the area around the camp. Unfortunately, there does not seem to be any remaining traces of last nights visitor. The early morning sun beats down on the pathway, and the occasional high flying winged creature is spotted during the morning hike, but nothing confronts them. Lunch consists mainly of dried fruit and salt jerky, and a couple fish Gandt manages to catch. Unfortunately, the fish are rather tough and bony. After lunch the group continues moving south. James gives a sudden shout and dives backwards as a winged, feral looking Gargoyle (3) suddenly dives down on him, but the split second reaction is enough to dodge the blow. A second Gargoyle (1)nearly crashes into the ground, giving James and opportunity to stab with his daggers (-7HP). A third then manages to catch James with one of his claws (-4HP) while a fourth Gargoyle (4) lands slashes at Skald with his claws, lightly scratching the ranger (-4HP). INIT: Gandt: 17 Lia: 15 Gargoyles: 15 (#1, -7HP) Grove: 14 Kit: 12 James: 6, -4HP NPCs: 2 (Skald: -4HP) Map (Water is 80 feet below the current level of the party, the two ledges next to the cliffs are 20 feet higher than the party, and the one next to Lia, Grove, and Amelia is 20 feet down. Each Square is 10ft.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Kit will draw his bow and his rapier and move towards the gargoyles this round if he can. The next round, if any gargoyle begins to fly again, Kit will fire arrows at it; otherwise, Kit will attempt to flank a gargoyle with anyone in melee and deliver sneak attacks. If he takes a lot of damage, he will Tumble towards Grove and use his bow. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Lia fires up Produce Flame and will take shots at the wounded one, or whichever she can target. She will move against the cliff up instead of down, cos falling is bad. (I like the map name of AmbushA, just in case we thought there would be only one.) (what do we know about gargoyles? Everything? Knowledge check?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Gandt rushes forward, but tries not to get in the path of any magic. ?Until he can actually move close enough to get into melee, he'll use his lasso. ?He tries to rope the wings of one of the gargoyles and pull it away from James. Next round, if he's still not in melee range, see if there's room for a charge (Shield Slam). d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Grove loads his crossbow and then moves within firing range of the Gargoyle. Once he does so, he takes the first shot he can. He will continue to barrage the gargoyle unless he or other party members drop below 50% health, in which case he will use his CLW wand. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Round 1: Gandt Moves forward, and frees his lasso. Lia moves forward and towards the cliff face before summoning a ball of fire into her hand. The Gargoyles press their attack on James and Skald. Somehow all four miss. Grove readies his crossbow and moves to where he has a clear shot at the Gargoyles. Kit draws his weapons and moves forward. James steps back to separate himself from the Gargoyles before stabbing at the one he stabbed earlier. The Gargoyle easily sidesteps. Lirith charges forward to help James. Her sword bounces harmlessly off the Gargoyle's skin. Amelia moves forward as well, but doesn't engage. Skald steps back, and looses an arrow. The arrow bounces off just like Lirith's sword. Avner moves his horse back behind Gandt. Urol begins casting a spell. A hippogriff suddenly appears above the Gargoyles and gives a screech before diving to attack. It strikes hard, clawing across the back of the gargoyle attacking James (-8HP) Round 2: Gandt throws his rope to lasso one of the gargoyles (#4). He hits, and tightens the noose, causing the gargoyle to crash toward the ground. He gives a mighty jerk, and the gargoyle goes flying through the air, over Skald's head and lands at Gandt's feat. Amelia hacks at it with her sword, but can't penetrate the skin. Lia throws a ball of fire at the gargoyle near James and Lirith. The ball of fire actually lands to the left of James. Two of the Gargoyles (2,3) take to the air, soaring up and away from the party. The gargoyle attack James continues to press his attack, managing to land a single blow with a claw (-6HP), but falters when trying to take a bite out of the young half-drow. James buries his dagger deep into the shoulder of the Gargoyle (-8HP) in response. The entangled gargoyle struggles to free itself, but isn't quite capable of busting the silk rope. Grove fires his cross bow at one of the flyers (#2), lodging a bolt deep into its leg (crit, -6HP, 2bleed (another -4HP, effectively)). Grove reloads. Kit charges forward and attacks the downed gargoyle, easily running it through with his rapier (-16HP) and then striking it again (-7HP). James slices his opponent lightly (-5HP) Lirith attacks, but the blade again is deflected easily. Amelia and Skald find their attacks just as effective, while the Hippogriff continues to harass the gargoyle, it fails to hit as well. Urol casts another spell, and his arm flares up in fire like Lia's. He throws a ball of fire at the gargoyle Grove hit earlier, burning it lightly (-7HP). Avner and his horse continue to huddle against the wall. Init & Status: INIT: Gandt: 17 Lia: 15, produce flame (4 minutes remaining) Gargoyles: 15 (#1, -28HP; #2 -17HP, 2 bleed; #4, -23HP) Grove: 14 Kit: 12 James: 6, -10HP NPCs: 2 (Skald: -4HP, Urol: SpU: Summon Nature's Ally II, Produce Flame) (New actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Lia will try again as long as she has a clear shot. If not, she'll move closer along the cliffside until she can get a good angle. She wondered if James noticed the fireball >.> Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Gandt focuses a Shield Slam on the downed gargoyle. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Kit will focus on the gargoyle he's currently drilling. Generally the same action-set as before. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members January 2008 edited January 2008 Grove will start focusing his crossbow attacks on the weakest gargoyle. Same healing tactic as mentioned in previous post. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Round 3: Gandt pulps the gargoyle on the ground (+1 kill) Lia moves forward and throws another fireball. This time her aim is a little better, and she cooks a gargoyle (+1 kill) The two remaining gargoyles swoop down. The first one (#3) collides with Skald and grabs him, carrying him towards the ledge. The second one (#2) tries to grab Amelia, but instead tastes the steel of her blade. Even so, its only a light cut (-1HP) Grove fires his crossbow at point blank range. And nearly hits Amelia. He quickly reloads. Kit steps in to help Skald, but fails to hit the gargoyle (or anything else for that matter) with his rapier. James lashes out at the gargoyle attacking Amelia, and cuts it deep (-8HP) Skald tries to break free, and succeeds! Amelia continues hacking, and again her sword bounces off the gargoyle. Lirith suffers the same problem. Urol throws a fire ball at the gargoyle. The gargoyle is consumed by the fiery blast. Round 4: Gandt steps in to assist Kit and Skald. He smacks the gargoyle with his shield, but its not too impressive (-13HP). Lia turns and whips a fireball at the remaining gargoyle. Her blast hits Gandt instead (-11HP) but at least Gandt doesn't catch fire. The gargoyle takes to the sky in an attempt to withdraw, Kit stabs quickly with his Rapier, and while he does pierce the gargoyle's tough skin (-7HP) its not enough to stop him. Grove fires his readied cross bow, but the bolt simply sails up and out into the sea. Kit drops his rapier and draws a pair of arrows before firing them at the Gargoyle. Neither reach his target. James carefully scans the cliff face for any other gargoyles about. Urol tosses a ball of fire at the gargoyle, but it peters out before it reaches him. Exp Earned: Kit: 480, Lia and Gandt: 530, James and Grove: 560 Status: Gandt: -11HP James: -10HP (The gargoyle escaped, heading southeast over the water.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia blushes, curing Gandt with her wand without even asking. "I'm so sorry about that. Are you okay?" She looks genuinely embarrassed and concerned. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia manages to heal just 7HP with two charges. (use another?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Bah, it's nothing," Gandt mumbles to Lia, brushing off some embers. ?Then, as if to deflect attention, he points out James. ?"He's hurt worse than me. ?Why don't you check up on him?" He uncoils his rope from the gargoyle, then dumps its remains off the cliff for no other reason than to watch it crash at the bottom. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit can't help laughing at Gandt's misfortune. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Departing the scene of the ambush, the party continues on down the path, keeping one eye to the sky. Thankfully, the skies are empty, save for a few sea birds and clouds. As the day winds on, the number of clouds steadily increase, until the top of the cliff is hidden in from view. By night fall the party has reached the base a path leading through a gap in the cliffs. A steady rain has also started to fall, making the hike rather miserable. "Does this path lead up to the cliff tops?" James asks Grove, he who simply shakes his head in the negative. "It just cuts through a small portion," the cleric explains. Dejected, James leans agains the wall. "I think we should stop here for the night, perhaps we can rig something to give us some protection from the rain." (Any change in the watch order? Grove knows the cut through would take about 2 hours to traverse. He knows of no dangers in the area.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia checks on James, casting CLW on him before heading onward. She is mad at herself for missing her target badly enough that she hit someone else. Kit's laughter doesn't help her mood at all. She's a bit quiet for the rest of the day. She offers to take first watch as before. As for 'rigging up something', she knows little about that, she leaves it to the men to figure out. She talks with Tamaska and sees if he smells or hears anything unusual. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia heals 8HP with her spell. Tamaska doesn't smell or hear anything out of the ordinary. He complains about the damp weather making it hard to smell anything. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt will: 1. Help build a makeshift shelter from whatever is available, while setting up his tent for himself. ? 2. He also fills his waterskin with rainwater, urging everyone else to do the same. ? 3. He then sweeps the surrounding area with Detect Magic, looking for anything (or anyone) that doesn't belong. ? 4. Before the day is up, he'll convert his remaining spells to heal himself. Before settling down, though, he approaches Avner. ?He gives him his dagger (probably the equivalent of a shortsword to him). ?"As of right now, we're not your personal escort anymore. ?It's time you learned how to fight." Gandt means to train him. If he complains (which he undoubtedly will), "Look, I didn't have to save your high-and-mighty posterior back in the tomb. ?I could've... what if I protected Illyria instead? ?Then you would've taken her place in the ground." ?He pauses, letting that sink in. ?"Who knows if I'll come to your rescue next time? ?Then you'll only have yourself to rely on. ?Now quit your whining and hit me, yeh powder-faced princess!" Just a short training session to start, though. No more than 10 minutes for now. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia nods to Tamaska, telling him to do the best he can and keep his eyes alert. We don't need a repeat of last night. The others need their sleep, after all. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt, Skald and James manage to erect a decent shelter making use of part of the sail that Gandt salvaged. Following Gandt's example, Lirith gathers some of the containers the group is carrying and uses them to capture rain water. Gandt scans the area with his magic senses, but detects nothing amiss. While Gandt is busy doing this, Avner is busy trying to squeeze his horse in under the shelter. After a brief argument with James, he ties the horse to a gnarled tree near by, grumbling constantly. It's at this point that Gandt confronts the arrogant aristocrat. Avner looks at the large dagger, then throws it down at Gandt's feet. "Listen you dolt, you're being paid to protect us. That wench knew the dangers when she signed on." Strangely, James doesn't appear to be interested in intervening. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit is tired of Avner's attitude. He walks right up to the nobleman and knocks him to the ground. "Maybe we don't want to protect you anymore. Maybe we like our own hides better than yours. Did you ever consider that? I think you should learn how to defend yourself a bit, because if you don't, I'll throw you off this cliff right now. Come on you pompous windbag, defend yourself!" Kit won't actually kill Avner, just scare him a bit. He'll give a nod to the rest of the group to make sure they understand what he's doing...hopefully. Kit may not be proficient in unarmed combat, but I'll bet he's a boatload better than Avner at it. biggrin.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia watches the confrontation between the men with a sigh. First, there was the problem with Urol, he was bad enough. Now dealing with Avner is just going to make this trip that much more unpleasant. Lia looks at James and notices he's not intervening, so she keeps herself busy scouting around the area. She stays clear of the area until the argument ceases. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "You dirty goat," Avner says as he scrambles back to his feet and reaches for his sword. The shortsword is decorated with fine jewels and gold trim on the hilt, and Avner holds it with some skill. He lunges at Kit, and only Kit's well made armor manages to deflect the blow. Kit takes a swing at Avner, and manages to get sliced deeply across the face. (-5HP). Before Kit can retaliate Amelia comes over, sword drawn. "Put your blade away," she snaps at Avner. "I don't take orders from you, sea hag," he snaps back. "Avner," Urol says calmly from his seated position under the tent. "We've all had a trying day, perhaps a cup of hot tea is in order?" "You call that filth tea?" Avner roars, momentarily forgetting Gandt and Kit. "Sewer water would be more pleasant. Hell, I've ..." Avner slumps to the ground as Lirith slams the hilt of her shortsword into the back of his head. "I've been wanting to do that for weeks," she says with a smile. She then walks over to Kit and offers a small rag to help clean his cut. "We'd better get that tended to, or its going to scar," she says sweetly. James sighs, walks out from the awning, and drags Avner underneath it. He says something to Urol, which must have pleased the gnome because he starts laughing before sitting back down to his teas. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (Meh. I still bet Kit can own Avner in a duel. With swords anyway) * * * * * Kit takes the rag. "Why couldn't he do that before? Say, we haven't talked much, have we?" Kit adopts his flirty pose. He will seek healing from either Lia, Gandt, or Grove shortly after. He doesn't want a scar. Kit suddenly has an idea. "Who would be interested in playing a little prank on our friend Avner?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Uh, no we haven't," Lirith replies, then drops to a whisper, "but I wouldn't mind talking some more." Lirith smiles a mischievious smile when Kit proposes a prank. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (Isn't Lirith involved with somebody? Skald? Avner? I forget who) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (Avner, until he tried to purchase that girl back on the island last chapter wink.gif Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt uses up a wand charge to heal Kit only if Grove or Lia don't come forward with spells. "Dangling him upside-down off a cliff for a few hours ought to do the trick," Gandt suggests, retrieving his dagger. (But I'm sure Kit has something more creative in mind.
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:17:02 GMT -5
TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (I was thinking Gandt could use a CLW spell. He rarely casts spells anyway and it wouldn't deplete the wand) Kit is a little disheartened few of the party showed any interest in his prank, but all he really needs is Gandt to pull it off. "Good! This should do," Kit gives Lirith and Gandt a mischievious grin. "Avner sure loves that horse of his, doesn't he? You know, I've been looking forward to a nice, big steak for awhile now. No, we're not going to eat his horse, although I sure wouldn't mind. Let's find ourselves an animal we can pass as a horse, slaughter it, then pass it off as Avner's horse! Er...but we should disarm Avner first before we pull this prank off." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Grove stares in disbelief at his new comrades actions. "I-Is this common behavior from your homeland?" \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "But just where do you expect to find an animal like that?" Lirith asks. "We've not seen anything since we passed through that tunnel." Meanwhile, Urol begins brewing a rather pungent tea that can be smelled some distance from the tent, despite rain. Avner remains unconscious, where James left him. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "We'll keep an eye out. Something will attack us eventually, so we can hold onto that until the next time we camp." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Urol force feeds the unconscious form of Avner the tea, while James gathers the group together. "Look, I know Avner has been a pain, and I understand what happen to night was no more than what he had coming to him. Hopefully, when he wakes up, he doesn't remember any of this, or else we'll have trouble when we get to Farshore." James waits a moment to address any concerns or questions the group might have. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit blinks, then scowls. "He's the new lord of Farshore, isn't he? Or his family owns it in some way." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia looks thoughtful. "Maybe you should fill us in, with regards to Avner. Why he's here, why he's on this trip, and why we care about him making it in a single piece." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Yeah, what happens if he doesn't make it? I mean... look at him." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 James looks at Amelia and Lirith and nods back towards the tent. Amelia leaves immediately, while Lirith hesitates, then walks away as well. Once the two leave, he gathers everyone around him. "Listen, I know you don't like him, and I don't like him either. But his family were partners in the original founding of Farshore. With the death of my parents, they have taken an even larger role in financing the expedition. Plus, Avner's uncle Manthalay was left in charge of the colony when my parents returned to Sasserine. Avner has quite a reputation in Sasserine and I figure he was sent on this expedition to get him out of town before he did something truly stupid. That being said, if he dies on our watch, there will be a lot of questions into his death, if for no other reason than the Meravanchi's trying to find some other way to gather political advantage." "I'm not asking you to like him, just keep him from getting killed until we get to Farshore." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit grumbles before replying. "There goes my fun. It never pays to mess with nobles. Fine. Let's just get moving." Kit will then go see if Lirith still wants to "talk". blush.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia looks at James, a thoughtful expression on her face. "Are you concerned that his death may already be proclaimed? We are lost at sea, after all. It is more than likely that his return to Farshore could cause quite a spectacle. "Is there someway we could contact the officials and have them send a party this way to assist in his return to Farshore? If he is so important, someone should be interested in bringing this news to light." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Babysitting then, is it?" Gandt grumbles. ?"There better be a big, fat reward waiting for us at Farshore..." <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Is there someway we could contact the officials and have them send a party this way to assist in his return to Farshore?</div> "You got any ideas how to do that? ?If we can dump him off on somebody else, I'm all for it." Once the conversation wraps up, Gandt will just go to sleep. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit finds Lirith and the two wander off to a secluded spot to "talk". Among the various interesting things that Kit learns about her, is the fact that she seems to be quite familiar with nobles. ******************** James looks at Lia with what can only be described as stunned disbelief. "If you don't have any spells that can be used, I certainly don't." "I think we just have trudge ahead, and make the best of the situation." **************************************** With that, James returns to the tent, and tries to get dry. The rain becomes a nasty drizzle accompanied by a thick fog that permeates everything and pretty much makes everyone miserable. It dissipates sometime after midnight. But other than that, the night passes without incident. Avner wakes up, holding his head. "Ow," he moans, "What hit me?" "You slipped on the wet rocks," James says smoothly. "Luckily, Urol saved you, but we thought it best to let you sleep." "Oh, thanks," Avner says groggily. (Any actions before we set out?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit wants to learn everything he can about Avner, and any families associated with his, from Lirith. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lirith is somewhat reluctant to talk about Avner, other than to say, "Avner may seem likeable at first, but underneath, he's a despicable cur. I learned that the hard way. He's also a braggart. You've probably heard him flaunt the number of women he's been with, its all a lie." She doesn't really know anything about the rest of the Meravanchi's, however. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit will use his undeniable charm, better known as Diplomacy, to make Lirith more willing to reveal everything she knows about Avner. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 In the morning, Gandt casts Detect Magic again, just as a precaution. He focuses especially on the path behind them. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "With Avner, its hard to know what is truth and what is fiction," Lirith explains to Kit as he presses farther. "I've heard a lot of things. Supposedly his father was afraid he'd cause a scandal that couldn't be covered up, and sent him on this voyage to get rid of him. Supposedly, he's a thief as well as a liar. Avner's never said anything about it to me, other than to say he's the family's official representative on this trip, a position he seems to regard as highly important. I think maybe he hopes his uncle will be dead, and he can take over the rulership of the colony." *********************************** Gandt scans the area. He detects some dim auras behind the party, and proceeds to investigate. About 200 yards from the camp site, he discovers numerous (20-30 in all) birds twisted into bizarre shapes. He's not sure what to make of the remains. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt tries to pinpoint the auras more closely. ?If he can't find any explanation, he approaches the group (Just James, Kit, and Lia for now, though Grove is free to overhear ) to show them what he found. ?"You guys better check this out." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt detects dim auras of transmutation and abjuration magic. "What could have done this?" James muses, "and why? ?Lia, have you ever seen anything like this around Sasserine?" (And I should clarify, this isn't like the mutations caused by the Savage Tide.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Probably the same person who created the globe of darkness that night," Kit will return any glare given to him. "I'm telling you, it wasn't me!" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia shakes her head. "I can't recall anything that would do this." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Sounds about right," he says to Kit. In a way, he's admitting that Kit might have been telling the truth, but he doesn't say it in so many words. Gandt tries one more time to pinpoint the location of the auras. If they come from different sources, he follows the abjuration one. If he still finds no trace of their visitor, he says, "Let's go. We'll just have some company on our hike, is all." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 The dim auras seem to be coming from the corpses of the birds themselves. The group packs up, and begins the trek through the pass. Almost immediately the come across more of the birds. James gingerly touches a few of them with a stick, and after nothing happens, sweeps them to the sides of the narrow trail. The group passes uneasily, but nothing happens. "Someone, or something, is obviously playing games with us," James whispers. Despite the unease, the morning passes quickly, with the party exiting from the pass into bright mid morning sunlight, that seems to lift the spirits of everyone. The road here is in remarkedly good shape, making traveling quicker. Just after midday, the party arrives at an abrupt end to the road. Sixty feet above the party's current location, the road continues south again. A bamboo platform hangs near the upper path's edge, suspended by several vines draped over a log driven into the cliff face above. The other ends of the vines hang down the cliff face and are attached to a second log at waist height on the lower ledge. Down below, a dozen or so abandoned huts line a wide but rocky beach. Grove and his party checked out the huts on their way up the road, finding them to be as abandoned as they look from above. They also made use of the lift. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia looks around the area. She asks Tamaska if he smells anything unusual. "Have you been here before, Grove?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Tamaska doesn't smell anything unusual. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit examines the bamboo lift. "Does it still work? Whoever is messing with us may have sabotaged it. His or her whole plan could have been based on getting us to this point, having us fall, then finishing us off." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit examines the lift and ropes. From his vantage point, it seems sturdy and in good working order (its large enough to hold 4 medium creatures at one time). Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "It seems to be in good working order. I guess there is only one safe way to find out. We'll send one person first to test it out. So, we gonna draw straws?" Kit grins. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Why don't we have Lia turn into that flying lizard thing and fly up and check the upper level, while we lower the lift down to this level?" James asks.
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:17:56 GMT -5
bebop007 Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Groves moves up to Kit holds his shoulder. "Wait a moment. When my comrades and I passed through here earlier, the lift was set at a lower level." "It seems someone else has passed through here. And I know of no other parties that have been in this area." (I'm assuming he doesn't know of any other parties, that is.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (I'm lifting the block at BB so everyone should be able to view the old Savage Tide thread now) (And it seems the Disco has died or something) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt stands guard while the others figure out the lift. He looks and listens for anything amiss. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia explains to James that she can change into many forms, not all of them are as clumsy at flying as the sailsnake. However, she can still only do it once a day for now. If this is still his intention, then she will Wild Shape into an Eagle and look around. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "That might be a good idea," James says to Lia. "If Grove is right, our shadow might have managed to get ahead of us." James then helps Grove lower the lift to their level, after scanning it for any traces of magic (Detect Magic). He then searches for any traps. "Looks clear to me," James says. "Skald and I will travel to the top and scout it how, while Lia flies overhead. If its clear, we'll signal for everyone else to come up." Lia transforms into a majestic eagle and takes to the skies. James and Skald then step onto the lift. SNAP! One of the vines breaks, tilting the platform and sending James and Skald over the side. They desperately try to grab hold, but tumble down into the water below. (James: -19HP,-5NL/Skald: -14HP, -5NL). Moments later the lift breaks away as well, smashing onto the beach below. The duo pull themselves out of the water and after determining their pride was injured more than anything else, decide to climb back up the middle level. Gandt throws down the rope, then hauls them up. "Any other bright ideas?" Amelia asks James. ************************************ Actions? Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit moves to say something, then suddenly decides not to. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Does it look like an easy climb? The idea being that "someone" goes up and ties a rope for the everyone else to climb. Of course, that would mean Avner's horse is out of luck. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia looks for stuff while flying around. She tries to see if she can spot our shadow friend(s). Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia doesn't see anything. ****************** It doesn't look like the easiest of climbs, but it doesn't look impossible either. "Maybe Lia can fly down here, and carry the rope back up their in her... uh, talons," James says to Gandt. "Do you think you can rig something to hoist the horse up?" James asks. Gandt studies the debris from the lift, as well as the ropes for several minutes, before coming to the conclusion that it can be done, but will take him most of the afternoon if not longer to accomplish. The question is, does he want to? Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (Woo, didn't see this... I'll post my response tomorrow. Or is that today? Anyway, going to sleep now.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Maybe Lia can fly down here, and carry the rope back up there in her... uh, talons,</div> "Say, you've got some brains on you. That's why you're the boss of our little operation, eh?" Gandt pats James on the back, then calls up to Lia. ?"Loop this around that log up there, would you?" ?He points with his lasso at the log pounded into the cliff face. ?He'll tie two ropes together if the lasso isn't long enough. ?He says to everyone else, "Can she even understand words when she's all... fuzzy?" ? In any case, everyone should be able to climb to the upper level more easily now. <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">"Do you think you can rig something to hoist the horse up?" James asks. </div> It's not a good idea. ?It's best to keep moving. ?Not to mention, it's pretty clear that someone sabotaged the lift and might still be around to wreck it again. ?But Gandt doesn't mention any of these things. ?He murmurs so that only James can hear, "Avner?s really got you by the balls, huh...?" Then, louder, "How important is this horse, Meravanchi? ?Nothing's to say we won't run into more cliffs in the future, you know. ?But I reckon I can build you a rig just this once. ?On one condition: ?you name your firstborn son after me." ?He stares him down, dead serious. ?But he can?t help it; he bursts out laughing at his reaction. ??Nah, I?m just joshing you. ?All you?ve gotta do is say ?please?.? "And if anyone feels like lending a hand... don't. ?If you've gotta do something, go catch me some food." ((Also might be a good time for any of our spellcasters to mention any levitation or teleportation spells they might know, to get this horse problem out of the way?)) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit seems content to watch Gandt do his work. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Grove tries to keep his mouth closed as he watches in awe of Gand't handiwork. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt holds the rope up, trying to get Lia's attention. It takes several minutes, but finally Lia spots the rope, swoops down and picks it up out of Gandt's hands, then flies to the upper level where she returns to her elf form. Gandt quickly communicates what he wants her to do, and Lia secures the rope. Skald and Amelia quickly climb up to Lia's level. The rest of the party nervously pace about while Gandt works on the lift, expecting an attack at any time. It takes Gandt about 3 hours to repair the lift (+200XP). When he's finished, the party quickly ascends up to the upper level. "You know," James muses, "I kept expecting an attack." "Bite your tongue," Amelia orders. **************************** The group spends the next few hours making the best time they can along the high road. Suddenly a rumble above them grabs their attention. Looking up, a large number of stones are tumbling down the cliff face. "Quick, against the wall!" James yells. (James is suggesting the party hide against the wall, but you're free to take your own actions.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Since everyone else is doing it, Kit will take cover by the wall. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Gandt rushes against the wall and takes cover under his tower shield. If he can protect anyone else with it, he protects James or anyone else who's injured. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Lia will also take cover against the wall. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Grove joins the rest of the party hiding up against the wall. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 The party huddles against the wall, trying to take as much cover under Gandt's shields as possible. The slide lasts only a minute, but in the first few seconds it becomes obvious that the material falling down from above is not rocks, but skulls of all different sizes and shapes. When its all over, James stands and surveys the scene. "There's only the slightest trace of magic on them," he says staying as far back from the piles as he can. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members February 2008 edited February 2008 "Now that's just unsettling," Gandt states, dumbstruck. He picks up one skull and chucks it back up the mountain where it came from. Is there any sign of a path or ledge up there where someone might have been waiting with the skulls? d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 (No sign of a path or ledge.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members February 2008 edited February 2008 Kit has a paranoid thought and wonders if the skulls are an illusion of some sort. He will examine one skull very carefully to find out. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia stares at the skulls for a moment, then she sees if she can identify what they are from. She find it a bit unsettling, but nothing really disturbing about it. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 The skulls seem real enough to kit. Lia identifies skulls of humans, dwarves, elves, halflings, tieflings, aasmirs, etc. There are also some larger skulls that she's not quite sure what they are. Strangely though, there doesn't seem to be any skulls from common animals. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia shares her analysis with the group, especially about finding "nothing common" among them. She has no idea what this could mean, though. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Are the skulls old or new?" Kit asks. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "And more important, do we care?" Gandt replies, not wanting to linger around this place. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (The a large number of the skulls are yellowed, indicating they have been around for a while. Only a few of them appear freshly white.) "I say we move on," James says, kicking a skull out of his way. "Whoever or whatever is behind this will show up eventually, I'm sure." The group moves on, making another couple miles before setting up camp for the night on a wide cliff (almost 100 feet wide) 200 feet above the surface of the ocean. A few small shrubs grow along the edges of the road here. Amelia mutters continously about wishing she was back on the open sea. Urol is strangely subdued, for once he doesn't write anything in his journal about the days events. Avner, after rubbing down his horse, sits quitely alone. Skald and Lirith are off to the sides talking in hushed tones, although the young woman keeps glancing at Kit. Gandt and James begin unpacking the food, before Gandt suddenly stops, and counts the food bags again. (One of the food bags is missing.) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">"And more important, do we care?"</div> "We should. If they're fresh, our mysterious stalker would have needed to gather a lot of skulls very quickly. That doesn't bode well for the inhabitants of the island," Kit replies. "But they're not. Still..." * * * * * Kit hasn't noticed the missing bag. "I'm getting tired of this stalker. I have an idea of how to draw him out, but it's going to be risky." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Skald, Amelia and Lirith are all eager to hear more about Kit's plan.
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:19:20 GMT -5
TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "I say we split up, hang back from the main group, and hope the bastard decides to go after one of us. I'm referring to US by the way," Kit gestures to Gandt, Lia, Grove, and himself. Kit shrugs. "It's not exactly fool-proof. He might be too cowardly to take the bait. Or he's takes us out one by one. All we can do is hope the chosen target calls for help in time." Kit now turns to James. "There is an alternative that might work much better, but it involves you James. You seem to be the only person who can feel his magical energy trail...or whatever it is you do with your eyes. You fall back and be the bait while Lia and I follow you as stealthily as possible. Hopefully he'll go for you, and he does, Lia and I ambush him." "But, if all of this sounds way too risky, that's fine. I'd rather not risk my posterior like this, but since I chose to come to this hellish place, that's a moot point now." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "He doesn't seem that concerned with picking us off at the moment. More like he's toying with us, trying to stop us from heading in this direction, more than anything. What could he be protecting?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Does Grove know of any locations that may provide someone with an opportunity to ambush the party?) "I agree with the young lady. If this intruder wanted to attack us, they would have done so." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit shrugs. "Replace 'trail' with 'scout ahead'. It should work just as well." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Believe me, I've had enough of these games too. If you think this idea'll get him in a one-on-one fight, I'll do it. ...Hey, did someone get hungry?" Gandt says, now noticing the missing food. (How big are these bags of food? Enough to really to be concerned about?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (The only place Grove can think of is where the road turns inland, another 2-3 days travel, by his reckoning.) (The bag of food that is missing is enough to feed the party for a day) "We can give it a try," James says to Kit. "At least that would be doing something, instead of waiting for whatever twisted thing he tries next." And to Gandt, "Are you sure? Is it possible we left it at the lift?" (Gandt is positive that he's correct about the missing food, and he's also positive it didn't get left at the lift. Sometime between this morning and now, the food has disappeared.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit shrugs off the missing food bag. "It's not really that big a deal, is it? Lots of creatures around here we can roast if we get desparate." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "It IS a big deal, Kit. We can't just lose supplies. We either have a traitor or a thief in our midst. We need to find out which and who it is." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 At the mention of a possible thief, both Amelia and Lirith turn and look at Avner, sitting at the campfire, eating some salted beef. "Maybe we just misplaced it," James says. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Who was the one carrying the food bag to begin with? Gandt?) "I don't buy that," Gandt says to James. "I think Lia has the right of it here. And if that's the case, I might have to, ah, disturb the peace a bit here. Maybe have everyone empty out their bags, and see what comes out. ...If that's alright with you, sir." There's the slightest trace of irritation in his voice at that last part. "It could've been the coward following us, too. I wouldn't put it past him. But if he can steal a bag that big from under our noses without anyone seeing him... well, let's just say I'd prefer that the thief is one of our own. That's easier to deal with." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit laughs. "It's not me. Aside from my gold pouch, all I have is the stuff in my pockets. Quite a place to hide a bag of food I think." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (The food was with the items being carried by Avner's horse.) "Well, right now its not too much of a problem, but if another goes missing, I don't think we'll have enough to make it to Farshore without rationing," James says. "It's a lot of food for one person, I can see why anyone would take it, or where they would put it." "Avner used to steal food on the ship," Lirith suddenly adds. "He probably did it." Amelia offers Gandt her backpack. "If you really think that much food can fit in here, feel free to look inside." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit takes Lirith aside and gives her a slight pinch on her bottom. "So, Avner used to steal food eh? How much food does that horse of his need to eat?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Nah, that won't be necessary, Captain," Gandt says to Amelia. Then, regarding everyone's suspicion of Avner, "I don't know why he'd do it either. But if we're so worried about hurting his feelings, maybe just wait till he's asleep to search his stuff, and see if he's got our food in there. ...Then if he does have it, I've half a mind to go back and put him and his horse back at the bottom of that cliff and leave them there." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "I don't know if he ever stole food for the horse... He cares about it, true, and he would give it treats from time to time. I guess its possible he stole them," Lirith answers Kit. She reaches out her hand and strokes him gently across the cheek. "Why do you always want to talk about him?" ************************************ "Okay," James says, agreeing with Gandt's plan. "We'll wait until later, and then search his stuff. In the meantime, let's keep a sharp look out, if it is our shadow that took it, he may try to take more." ************************************ The light fades steadily from the sky, and before long everyone is asleep or on watch. James and Amelia sneak over to Avner and begin looking through his bags. They don't find anything, but more importantly, they don't wake Avner from his sleep. The next morning, James reports his findings to the rest of the party. "I think if we're really worried about the food, one of us should stay with the horse while we carry out Kit's plan to lure our shadow out." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit laughs at Lirith's remark. "You're right. I've been too focused on our problems of late. This place makes me tense, but I'm sure we can remedy that later tonight, hm?" * * * * * When James states his intention to go with Kit's plan, Kit is a little surprised, but he doesn't say anything. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "You can use this to call us back if anything happens," Gandt says to Grove, handing him a (slightly used) signal whistle. He seems to be volunteering Grove to stay behind. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Sorry for the delay, was fighting off a nasty bout of food poisoning over the weekend. Since bebop hasn't answered in the negative, I'm going to assume he agrees to stay with the horse....) James and Lia depart shortly there after, hoping to build a little bit of distance, (but not too much) between themselves and Kit and Gandt. Grove and the rest of the group depart after packing up everything. Avner makes a scene of being left with just Grove to protect them, but is pretty much ignored by everyone. The morning drags on, bright and sunny, but strangely still, as if the very island was waiting in anticipation of something. Suddenly, in the distance, Lia and James spot a native, dressed very much like Grove, standing at the cliff's edge looking out to see. (The native is about 300 feet away. Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Can Kit see the native? And where is Lirith and Amelia? Aren't they with Avner?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Is there somewhere Lia and James can duck out of view?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Lirith, Amelia and Skald are all with Avner and Grove. Lia and James could duck against the cliff wall, but its pretty sheer, so they don't really have any hiding places. Kit and Gandt can see that James and Lia have stopped, but they haven't spotted the native yet.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Hope you feel better. ) Gandt halts too, looking and listening for whatever caused James and Lia to pause. (And how far apart is everyone? ?And for Firemyst's sake, does the native appear to be armed?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Gandt can't spot anything, nor does he hear anything, (Gandt and Kit are about 500 feet from Lia and James, and the native does not appear armed.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia turns to James, whispering. "Didn't Grove say everyone was lost from his group? Do you think this is our stalker? He seems to be looking for something." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Could be," James whispers. "Do you think we should approach him, or wait for Kit and Gandt?" Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia glances over. "I think you should approach, while I back you up. That way he won't get the drop on both of us." (Can you Detect Magic on him?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (James could yes, is Lia suggesting he do so?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia suggests James uses Detect Magic. smile.gif (sorry, was playing catchup from the weekend ^^) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 James casts detect magic. ?He concentrates on the native, who suddenly jumps from the cliff. ?Before Lia can react, James grabs her arm. ?"Don't, it was an illusion," he says. ?With that, he draws his daggers and begins looking around at the cliff side, while motioning for Gandt and Kit to come up to where he and Lia are standing. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia looks around as well as she waits for the two to ap
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:21:04 GMT -5
eaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Gandt heads toward Lia and James, waiting for an explanation. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit doesn't follow Gandt. He instead ducks into the brush and Hides. He will be using Spot and Listen like MAD during this time, like every round, ESPECIALLY behind him, but not to the exclusion of the rest of the party ahead of him (he will check around James a couple times; Kit is more concerned about the area not being monitored). Kit will not sit around making checks if something bad suddenly happens. He will act, but that depends on the situation. cool.gif Oh, and Kit will watch out for snakes (another one of Keno's unfortunate demises devil.gif ). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Well, Gandt is on alert now. Thinking Kit saw something, he makes his way more cautiously toward James and Lia (Spot & Listen, of course). d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 There's not much cover to be found, but Kit ducks behind a small bush (roughly 2 feet in diameter) and peers out trying to spot anything out of the ordinary. James and Lia continue to stare at the cliff face. As Gandt approaches, James suddenly puts toward a small outcropping about 80 feet off the ground and to the right of James and Lia's current position. (ahead of the group, slightly) "I saw some sort of aura moving toward that, but it's out of range now," James says to Lia. Lia nor Gandt see anything in that direction. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit abandons the bush and joins the rest of the group. "I suppose our stalker simply refuses to honestly face us, huh?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "It looks that way," James replies. "Perhaps he was trying to get one of us to dive off the cliff after the native? I honestly don't know at this point." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit shakes his head and shrugs. "I don't know what to tell you. I'm not used to dealing with guys who don't try to kill me by hiding in my closet with a knife." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "This guy's dead, just as soon as I can catch him," Gandt growls. Then he calls up the cliff, "Hey! Come on down here, so I can hit you easier!" In his frustration, he tries to climb up to where James pointed (but only if it looks like he can scale the wall by using a grappling hook and taking 10). d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Gandt begins climbing. James stares at Kit a moment before turning his attention back to Gandt. "I'm not so sure that's a wise idea," he calls after the half-merrow. Gandt makes it up to the narrow ledge without incident. Sitting on the ledge is a boot. Gandt realizes, with a sudden sinking feeling, the boot belonged to Illyria. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Halfway up the cliff, Gandt realizes that James is probably right. ?The cliff does seem a lot taller from up here. ?But he doesn't admit as much. ?"Stuff it," he says instead. ?"You want to let him get away again?" After getting over his initial shock about the boot, he chuckles darkly to himself. ?"Crafty son of a sow..." he mutters. He looks for any sign of the stalker and uses Detect Magic to try and track where he went from here. ?If there's no trace of him, or if it's too difficult for Gandt to follow, he hides the boot in his backpack and climbs hastily back down. ?"Cover me," he calls down beforehand. He only now realizes how vulnerable he his up on the cliffside. He doesn't show the boot to anyone for now. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit smiles. "If you spread your arms, you could be a giant metal bird!" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Keep laughing. I'll be a giant metal bird right on your head if I fall," Gandt grumbles. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Still smiling, Kit shakes his head. "Nuh, uh! Unlike you, I can move. Fast." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Lia watches the banter, suddenly realizing that if Gandt should fall, there's not a whole lot anyone can do about it. She asks Tamaska if he smells or hears anything unusual. "I think the illusion was a ruse to get at least one of us in his line of sight for an attack, from his vantage point above. "If you think about it, one versus the five of us isn't a fair fight for him... but why does he want to pick a fight to begin with?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Kit shrugs. "You got me. The point of splitting up was to draw him out," looking up at Gandt, Kit begins to frown, "but it appears we may have been too good at the splitting part. Maybe the big guy should come down from there." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Just to avoid any confusion, Gandt does take 10 on the way down too. But Detect Magic first to see if there's anything to be found up there.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 Tamaska doesn't smell anything out of the ordinary. A quick scan of the area by Gandt doesn't show up anything other than a few lingering and quickly dissapating auras. In fact, they dissapate before he can identify what type of magic it was. With a shrug, he scrambles back down to the road. "Did you find anything?" James asks. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 "Some magic was left over up there, but it disappeared before I could get a bead on him," Gandt says shortly. "I must've scared him off." He pauses, then lowers his voice so that only James, Kit, and Lia can hear. "There's more, but I'll tell you later." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Is Grove still much further back with the others? I kind of lost track with what had been happening.) (I'll have him move up closer so he can see what the commotion is all about.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members March 2008 edited March 2008 (Yeah, if Grove moves away from the NPCs, Gandt will include him in the conversation too.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (James was going to suggest that the four wait for the rest of the pary (Grove + NPCs) to arrive before continuing on, because its about mid day.) James looks at Gandt quizically, but doesn't force the issue. Instead, he glances up at the sun. "It's getting close to midday, perhaps we should just wait for everyone to catch up, before continuing?" Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "Sure, we can try out the plan again after we get a bite to eat. ?I'll stay behind next time, if you think that'll make him show himself. ?...Then again, it does seem like the rat-bastard is always one step ahead of us, no matter what we do." He asks of Grove, "Is there any open ground between here and Farshore? ?All these rocks and mountains are giving him too many places to hide." "And another thing." ?He shifts the weight of his pack a little. ?"Right before we all entered the tomb where we found you, Grove, we met an old woman out in the forest. ?I just remembered something she said. ?What was it...? ?Something about 'four eyes', watching us. ?I thought she was just talking nonsense, but right about then was when these weird things started happening. ?Do you people maybe have stories about something with 'four eyes'? ?Does it mean anything to you? ?'Cause I bet that's what's following us around." ********************** (For those who don't remember, the conversation took place here, at post #92.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia thinks about what she said. "She did say there was a servant after us. This must be that person. What interest could they have in us?" Lia trails off, glancing at the cliff edge where the illusion was. "Did we ever hear the full story of the attack on Grove? Maybe there's a clue we're missing." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Kit shrugs. "I just assumed she was making a crack about her spiders. She was a major cook." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (The details of the attack are pretty straight forward. A flight of 6 gargoyles came in and attacked without warning, decimating Grove's traveling group. Also, Grove knows the trail turns inland after another day or so's travel, but it runs into a forest, before turning south into the plains.) "Four eyes..." James says absently. "Do you think she meant two creatures, or a creature with 4 eyes?" He then turns to Lia. "Do you know any intelligent creatures with 4 eyes?" he asks. (Grove and the NPCs have arrived at the location, btw.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Does Grove know of any stories the islanders might have about "four eyes"?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Grove is aware of the following: Somewhere in the center of the isle dwells a tribe of kopru who are supposedly lead by a deformed kopru with four eyes. +25XP for a successfuly knowledge get Don't forget, the party has access to Larissa's (Lavinia's mother) Journal times on the Isle.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia thinks for a minute before replying. "The only creature that might match such a description, that I can think of, is an Ettin. However, they're not unusually intelligent and they prefer cold. I don't think we're going to find one here." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Grove relates the story of the kopru lead by a deformed memeber with four eyes, to the party. "Old woman? Who was this old woman you met that told you such a story? I can't think of many who would be able to survive long in isolation here." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "She was surrounded by spiders," James answers Grove. "And when we were done speaking, she turned into a spider and scurried away. I figure she must've been an Aranea. They're mentioned in mom's journal."
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:22:20 GMT -5
Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "How far are we from this village? Maybe they think we've trespassed." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "Awfully weird way of declaring our transgression," Kit sniffs. "No formal communication of our 'error', just a series of mind-screwing. When somebody does something that villainous, he, or she, or 'it', is usually messed up beyond repair. But hey, I'll bite. Let's try leaving some kind of 'peace' offering to show this guy we intend no harm. This is not how I normally do things, but then, I don't normally trounce around a jungle while being haunted by a 4-eyed whacko." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "What kind of peace offering do you suggest?" James asks. "Grove, do you know anything about these kopru?" (All Grove knows is that they're savage creatures.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Kit shrugs. "Food? Medicine? I don't know. I'm not a diplomat." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Once again, Kit's offhanded remark causes Grove to pause. "This is no laughing matter. The Kopru are a very dangerous and savage species. The fact that an Aranea, of all things, should be warnings concerns me greatly. We should make haste to my village as soon as possible to inform my tribe." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Gandt watches the cliffs, gnawing on a piece of terror bird jerky and only half listening to the exchange. ?"So, we draw him out with gifts, and then I knock him on the head?" d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "Personally, I'm against leaving him anything," James says as he too surveys the cliffs. (James is advocating leaving without trying to placate the "shadow") Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia doesn't think he's done anything that has really harmed us, but she can't shake the feeling that this is going to change. She's unsure what to suggest, so she eats quietly. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 The meal drags on slowly, without any reconcensus reached on how to deal with the shadow. After lunch, Gandt stays behind while Grove joins Lia, James and Kit in the forward party. James and Lia scout ahead, staying an average 200-300 yards ahead of Kit and Grove. About mid afternoon, they stop a before an opening in the cliff wall. The cave entrance is tall enough for even Gandt to fit inside, but shrouded in shadows, due to the current position of the sun. "Looks like a cave," James says, stating the blatantly obvious. "Do you think we should check it out, or wait for Kit and Grove?" A sudden screech from her owl causes Lia to look up, as four gargoyles descend on the duo. One of the gargoyles is noticeably larger than the other three, and wears a crown. Surprise Round (Lia can act) Init: Lia: 15 Grove: 15 (current uninvolved) Kit: 12 (currently uninvolved) Gargoyles: 8 James: 6 (joining on next round) (Kit and Grove are currently 150 yards back, neither have spotted the gargoyles yet. Map. G is the one with the crown.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Kit takes an uninvolved action. tounge2.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Ditto. (Probably not relevant, but how far away from the action is Gandt & company?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (they're just flying by, or headed toward the party, or what? Do they have weapons? Are they looking at us?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (They're descending on you, so yeah, I think they're hostile biggrin.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Gandt and the NPCs are roughly half a mile away. (yes, they're hostile. They're armed as follows: The leader has bracers on his arms, and a crown on his head. The others do not appear to be armed. Two are heading straight for Lia, and two (including the crown wearer) are headed for James. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia decides they are clearly of bad intention and will fire up Produce Flame and try to hit the closer one coming toward her. She will then move back the way they came. She'll alert James if he isn't facing her. Otherwise, a fireball in the sky should get the message across. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Surprise Round: Lia forms a ball of fire, and lofts it at the incoming gargoyle. It's a rather horrid shot, and misses by a wide margin. So bad in fact that it hits the gargoyle (#3) behind the one Lia was aiming at. The gargoyle gets burnt rather badly (-10HP). James nearly jumps out of his skin as Lia flings the fireball. The gargoyles charge into attack. Lia takes a swipe across the shoulder (-4HP) from the closest of the gargoyles, but manages to dodge the second's attack. Tamaska tries to bite the injured gargoyle, but only manages to grind his teeth on a hard leg. James somehow manages to avoid being hit by either gargoyle that comes after him. Round 1: Lia steps back out of the reach of the gargoyles, then moves a short distance back towards Kit and Grove before turning and throwing another fireball. She targets the one she hit previously, and this one hits as well, scorching it some more (-9HP). Tamaska follows Lia. Grove and Kit continue to somehow not be aware of the combat.... With Lia moving away, the gargoyles concentrate on James. His armor manages to hold against most of the blows. (-3HP). James tumbles towards Lia, ending up about 15 feet of her, but no longer surrounded. Round 2: Lia throws another fireball before moving back some more. This time misses her target, hitting a different gargoyle (#2) instead (-11HP). Tamaska follows. Kit catches a flash of fire in the distance. (Continue forward? run? some other action? Kit and Grove are currently ~200 ft from Lia.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "Eh? Something going on ahead? Maybe they finally drew the bastard out," Kit says as he draws his bow and a few arrows. He will run towards Lia and James. When Kit arrives at the scene of battle, he will do one of two things depending on the circumstances: 1) If James and Lia seem healthy and combat is proceeding normally, Kit will start his arrival round with an arrow fired at any gargoyle not engaged in melee; 2 if possible. 2) If either James or Lia seem to be in serious trouble, Kit will switch back to his rapier, get behind the gargoyle responsible for making James/Lia's life difficult, and Backstab it. If this would draw Atks. of Opps, Kit will use his new Acrobatic Backstab skill trick. **Wow. My comp says it's been a full month since I've opened Kit's ref. sheet. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Grove draws and loads his crossbow before chasing after Kit. When he arrives at the scene he will initially stay towards the rear, firing bolts at the closest enemies. If anyone is severely injured by the time he gets there, he will focus on healing instead. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Round 2 (cont.): Kit and Grove start running. They spot the gargoyles at the end of their movement (Kit is about 80ft from Lia, Grove 140ft.) The Gargoyles again swarm around James. The first one misses (leader), as James dodges to the side, while the second one (#1) nearly flies into the cliff wall, giving James a chance to counter attack. His dagger slices through gargoyle hide with ease, causing the gargoyle to twitch (stunned - 4 rounds; -12HP). The third one (#2) nearly flies into the stunned gargoyle, again allowing James to counter attack. Again he strikes, this time doing significantly less damage (-5HP). The remaining gargoyle flies in and hits James (-6HP). James again tumbles away from the gargoyles, towards Lia. Init & Status: Lia: 15, Spu: ProdFlam (flame time remaining, 3 minutes). -4HP Grove: 15 Kit: 12 Gargoyles: 8 (-0, -12HP/Stunned 4 rounds, -16HP, -19HP) James: 6, -9HP (the Force is strong with this one.) (Actions for Lia?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia has fireballs left, so she'll try and find a spot to have a clear shot at any of them, in order of preference: stunned, leader, other. If she can't toss a fireball without risking James, she will back into the loop to the west (? no compass ^^) and go south around it to try and attack from the side. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Lia and James are both off the top of the map now... Just assume that the trail is roughly the same as the map shows, without a cave.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (well, what fun are you.. tounge2.gif Just move back down the trail toward the others, then.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Round 3: Lia throws a ball of fire. It flies past James and slams into the stunned gargoyle, burning intensely (-11HP, burning). Grove continues running, and reaches Kit. Kit draws back and lets fly a pair of arrows at the most obvious target, the burning gargoyle. Both arrows hit, but simply bounce off. The stunned gargoyle remains where he is, unable to move. The remaining three again swarm James. James manages to duck, dodge and weave and not actually get hit. Unfortunately, he's not so lucky when he tries to tumble away (-6HP), but he does manage to move 15 feet away. Round 4: The stunned gargoyle gets burnt a little (-1HP). Lia lofts another ball of fire at the stunned gargoyle. Again she hits, scorching it heavily (-8HP) Grove fires his crossbow at the burning gargoyle. The bolt blasts right through the gargoyle's head, dropping it instantly. (+1 kill) Kit fires a pair of arrows at the next most injured gargoyle. One misses, and one hits, but it simply bounces off again. The gargoyles swarm James again. This time they have a bit more success. James takes a particularly nasty claw to the side of the head (-10HP) and another down his arm (-4HP). James tumbles away again, this time managing to successfuly get past the gargoyles. He's now only 15 feet from Lia. Init & Status: Lia: 15, Spu: ProdFlam (flame time remaining, 1 minute). -4HP Grove: 15, +1 kill, 1 bolt used Kit: 12, 4 arrows used Gargoyles: 8 (-0, -16HP, -19HP) James: 6, -29HP (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Kit rolls his eyes at his lack of success with the bow and decides to go with his enchanted rapier instead. Kit is tempted to finish off the stunned gargoyle, but he decides to take pressure off James. He will move over to James and try to shield him from the gargoyles. Until Gandt arrives, Kit will do one of the following defensive actions: -If Kit is able to pull the gargoyles off James, and manage to stay in one spot, he will make a full attack with his rapier on whatever gargoyle looks the most injured, but he will use Combat Expertise to increase his AC by 5. -If Kit has to move to keep shielding James, he will use an Aid Other on whatever gargoyle is attacking James to improve James' AC Once Gandt arrives, Kit will switch to the offensive (flank and backstab whatever Gandt is attacking, finish off the stunned gargoyle, etc). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Gandt plods along with the rest of the group, and probably won't show up for awhile. He's alert for danger, but it would probably take a miracle (or a natural 20) for him to see or hear anything at this distance. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Grove will move into position to start firing bolts at the gargoyles attacking James. If he starts to take any more damage he'll move close to him and cast Cure Critical Wounds. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Lia will use CMW on James, then her final fireball on Mr. -19 HP Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Round 5: Lia moves forward and casts her spell on James, but it seems to have only a slight effect (+10HP). Grove fires another bolt. ?It simply bounces off the gargoyle. Kit moves forward, he stops beside James. The Gargoyles surge forward. ?The leader attacks James, but his armor manages to withstand the claws. ?A second gargoyle attacks James as well, but James easily dodges the attack. ?The third goes after Kit, but Kit proves too nimble to hit. James attacks, slicing the leader once hard across the chest (-10HP), then follows that up with another quick attack that leaves a minor scratch (-3HP). Round 6: Lia tosses her remaining fire ball at the wounded gargoyle. ?Maybe it was the wind, but the fireball doesn't travel far. ?Worse yet, only an alert dodge by Kit keeps him from getting burnt. Grove fires another arrow. ?It hits the gargoyle next to Kit dead center in the chest, and simply shatters, sending wood shards flying. Kit stabs the wounded gargoyle to his left. ?And then stabs it again for good measure. ?(-15HP total). The gargoyles press their attack. ?James gets ripped open by a pair of claws (-13HP total) from the leader, who follows up with a bite that crushes James shoulder (-6HP), but he manages to avoid getting gored. ?The middle gargoyle, seeing James weakened, concentrates his attacks on the half-drow. ?He only manages to bite James, but its enough to leave James hurting (-6HP). ?The remaining gargoyle attacks Kit. ?Kit dodges and weaves and dodges and weaves and manages to come out of the fray no worse for wear. James steps behind Kit and drinks a potion. ?A few of his wounds close up (-7HP) Init & Status: Lia: 15, Spu: ProdFlam, CMW. -4HP Grove: 15, +1 kill, 2 bolt used Kit: 12, 4 arrows used Gargoyles: 8 (-13HP, -16HP, -34HP) James: 6, -37HP (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 No change. (7 HP damage for two hits? Kit's rapier attacks deal 6-10 HP damage per shot ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (hmm, for some reason, I read that as 1d6 +1... not sure how. I'll correct it.)
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:23:08 GMT -5
bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Grove moves towars James and casts Cure Critical Wounds on him. Once that's taken care of, he will go back to shooting at the gargoyles. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Mikel was in a car wreck over the weekend, he's okay, but between that and moving I think he's kind of forgotten Lia for a bit wink.gif Round 7: Lia steps back besides James, says a quick incantation and waves her hand, and a ray of burning fire leaps forth and strikes the crown wearing gargoyle. (-11HP). Grove hustles forward and ends his turn next to James. Kit covers James, and strikes at the most wounded gargoyle. It's enough to bring the gargoyle down (+1 kill) The Gargoyles turn their attention on Kit. The crown wearer clumsily attacks, giving Kit a brief opening. It's all Kit needs to score a painful strike (-11HP). The second Gargoyle manages to get two claws on Kit, scratching him badily (-10HP), but it fails to bite the tiefling. James continues to maintain his defensive stance. Round 8: Lia casts another spell. This time two rays of light streak out from her finger tips to strike the crown wearing gargoyle (-9HP). He's beginning to look a little worse for wear. Grove casts his spell on James, healing a large number of his wounds (+21HP). James gives him a nod of thanks. Without the need to protect James, Kit turns his full attention on the remaining gargoyles. He strikes the least wounded one once (-9HP). The Gargoyle Kit attacked, deciding the odds are no longer in their favor, begins to withdraw. The crown wearing Gargoyle, shouting in definance, attacks Kit. He strikes the tiefling hard with his claws (-13HP), misses with his teeth, but then gores Kit, knocking him to the side (-6HP). James leaps forward, daggers flashing. Unfortunately, its all show and no substance. Init & Status: Lia: 15, Spu: ProdFlam, CMW, MM, Scorch Ray. -4HP Grove: 15, +1 kill, 2 bolt used, SPU: CCW Kit: 12, 4 arrows used, -29HP Gargoyles: 8 (-44HP, -25HP (withdrawing)) James: 6, -16HP (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 (Eek. Totally sucky, but at least he's all right) Kit won't let them flee that easily. Acrobatic Backstab on the crowned one (Tumble to get behind, Backstab if successful). He'll finish off the other gargoyle if it's not possible to hit the crowned one. Kit won't give chase if they manage to flee too far ahead. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Grove reloads his crossbow (if he hasn't yet) and fires at the crown wearing gargoyle. (Glad to hear Mysty man is okay) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 Round 9: Lia leaps in with her scimitar. She slips, but luckily the slide takes her under the outstretched claw of the gargoyle. Grove reloads and fires. And misses. Kit tumbles behind the crown wearing gargoyle and stabs. It's a decent shot to the back (-9HP). The Gargoyle turns and attacks Kit. Kit weaves, parries and ducks enough to somehow avoid the vicious assault. (OOC: the Gargoyles have requested I go buy new dice for them.) The other gargoyle continues to withdraw, he's now effectively out of range (240ft away, heading out over the water.). James tries another dagger assault. This time he's a little luckier, managing to land one light slash (-5HP) Round 10: Lia attacks again, she manages to make a small slash (-4HP). Grove reloads and fires again. And again he misses! Kit continues the assault. Unfortunately he just can't quite hit the gargoyle. The Gargoyle attacks Kit, who dodges the swiping claws, but takes a small bite wound (-3HP). James attacks again, and again manages only a minor little scratch (-3HP). Round 11: Lia steps in a slashes the gargoyle down the center of his face. He howls in pain (-5HP, -1 Con, Cha). Grove fires another bolt. And again he misses! Kit decides he's had enough of this gargoyle. He launches a furious attack that ends with the gargoyle dead at his feet (+1 kill) EXP Earned: Lia: 680, Kit 820, James 840, Grove: 925, Gandt: 340 Spoils: Bracers of Armor+2, Gargoyle Crown. "I think we should wait here for Gandt and the others," James says. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members April 2008 edited April 2008 "Where is that dawdling bull? I thought he was right behind me," Kit looks down at his wounds and sighs. "This place is murder on my clothes." Kit will seek healing. He will want to get his damage under 10 HP. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Praise the Sun. While we were unable to destory all of those foul creatures, I feel more at ease knowing that there are fewer of those damned things to torment the isle." Grove then puts away his crossbow and draws his CLW wand. He'll offer healing to anyone who asks. "We should probably start moving again as soon as the others arrive. That last creature might try to call reinforcements." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove expends 5 charges from the wand to cure most of Kit's wounds (+23HP) and two to cure most of Jame's remaining wounds (+14HP). "Feeling better now?" James asks Kit. He then turns to Grove, "I wonder if this one was some sort of leader, maybe that will deter any more from coming?" It's a good 30 minutes before Gandt and the rest of the group come into view. They stop and James quickly brings them up to speed on what happened. Urol snatches up the crown and begins examining it, and seems generally excited by the find. Grove reiterates his desire to move on, (there are about 2 hours of daylight left). (Any actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Yeah, don't forget to grab the Bracers of Armor +2) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Hope Mikel's okay...) "Hey, whatcha got there?" Gandt says to Urol, plucking the crown away and giving it a look-see. He even tries it on. But he loses interest quickly and gives it back in short order. He studies the bracers too, but doesn't keep them. (Can anyone here even make use of them? Anyone with +2 armor bonus or less?) "So, are we giving up on the plan then?" he wonders aloud as they move on, noticing that they haven't come any closer to drawing the shadow out. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "These gargoyles have convinced me to keep moving," Kit replies to Gandt. "We may eventually draw the shadow out, but until we do, there is an untold number of meanies and nasties lurking in this jungle. The gods know we don't want to get ambushed by a much larger creature like this. We're fighting on this guy's terms, and that's not good for anyone. I say we just focus on getting to the Vanderboren settlement as quickly as possible for now on. If we keep going on like this, attrition will eventually set in. I'd rather die in a warm bed and in the arms of a pair of gorgeous women, not in this cursed place," Kit grumbles something else about "elven babes" before staring at the ground with a somber look. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (as far as I know he's okay, I really haven't talked to him much lately.) Gandt grabs the crown, and immediately Urol starts screaming and jumping and trying to get it back. "Give me that you big oaf! It's a priceless artifact!" As Gandt places it on his head, the crown resizes to fit perfectly. Gandt feels as if a surge of power lies just out of his grasp. (the crown grants a Smite 1/day and Rage 1/day, both of which have already been used for today by the gargoyle lord. Pitifully, I might add). Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Well, who better to keep it safe, then?" Gandt sniffs at Urol. He will keep the crown. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit points and laughs at Gandt, but he doesn't explain why. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Urol jumps about, trying to take the crown from Gandt. The spectacle is quite amusing prompting Avner to quip, "Only fools would fight over a crown so gaudy." After a bit more arguing, Urol finally stomps off muttering to himself. The group departs shortly there after, hoping to put as much ground between themselves and the site of the battle before dark as possible. They settle in for the night on a low lying section of the road along side a wide beach, the first such beach they've seen since the lifts. Here, however, no huts line the beach. The night passes quietly and quickly, although Lia and Grove both wake feeling vaguely uneasy in the morning. Lia had dreams of dark, steamy jungles filled with twisted and corrupt plantlife. She was all alone, but strangely didn't feel scared. Grove, on the other hand, dreamed he was in a dark pit, with the darkness slowly closing in around him. He wakes with the smell of sulphur still fresh in his nose. (Grove remembers this beach from his trip up the road a week or so prior, and knows that the party will have to turn inland after about another 5 hours of travel. Furthermore, he knows the inland path cuts through the mountains and takes another 6-7 hours of travel to reach the other side.) The party reaches the entrance to the pass without incident, and after a quick lunch, head inland. The passage, through narrow twisting canyons, is a stuffy and miserable affair, and before long, Avner is complaining about various thrings, from Amellia's poor captaining skills, James' poor leadership, the smelliness of Ogres, and the untrustable reputation of tieflings, and the slatternly nature of runaway nobles. At this last bit, Lirith draws her sword and charges Avner. (Does anyone interfere?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I'm back~ Thanks for all the well-wishing ^^) Lia wakes from her dream, a bit shaken. She asks people in turn throughout the morning if they had any dreams. She will brush it off as stress from yesterday's fight unless someone else also had a dream of darkness. If she finds someone else did as well, she'll bring it to James' attention. *** Lia shouts at Lirith to stop and draws her weapon. She does not attack, yet. More of a reaction than anything, really. (elven babes? o.o) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (lol) When Avner mentions Tieflings, Kit only chuckles. "I honestly can't argue with that." When Lirith goes after Avner, the Tiefling in Kit kicks in. Kit thinks back to the cut Avner gave the Tiefling and he suddenly has a flash of vengeful rage. As illogical as it would be to allow the nobleman to die, Kit doesn't do a single thing to stop it. He hopes Lirith succeeds in cutting Avner down. Despite the comotion, Kit will scan the canyon for danger. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I want to try something the next time the party stops, just so you know.) ******************************************** <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Kit points and laughs at Gandt, but he doesn't explain why.</div> Gandt doesn't see what's so funny. ?Suspicious, he checks his belt for any stray pink ribbons. ?He probably won't understand it until he sees himself in a mirror with that gaudy crown. <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Lirith draws her sword and charges Avner.</div> Gandt had been tuning Avner out and, not getting the significance of what had just been said, is completely surprised at Lirith's actions. ?He reflexively shouts, "Hey, what're you doing, lady?!" ?However, he doesn't step in, letting Avner take care of himself. Actually, he's on the verge of giving Lirith a hand. ?He gives James a look that says, Come on, can't I? d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove awakes from the dream deeply disturbed and continues to be distraught for the rest of the day. He knows that the dream can only be an ill portent of things to come. ===================================== When Grove sees Lirith charge he gives an exasperated sigh and tries to intercede, protecting Avner, who happens to be testing even Grove's patience. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove intercedes and gets Lirith to sheath her sword. (+25XP) Of course, this gives Avner ample time to draw his own. "You should have let me cut her," he says to Grove. Near the end of the day, the group reaches the end of the pass, and stare out over a vast forest stretching as far to the west, north and south as the eye can see. Here and there patches of fog drift lazily amongs the trees. A lake is visible far in the distance. James suggests that the party make camp here for the night, before pressing into the forest. (Actions?) (Watch requests?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit audibly groans at the sight of the sea of trees. He does his best to SPOT any sign of Farshore in the distance. Kit will do a little scouting around the campsite. When the watch discussion comes up, Kit volunteers to pair with Lirith. ?cool.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia requests the first watch or the last watch if someone isn't sleepy yet. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Time to spice things up a bit ?cool.gif ) * * * * * As the party settles down for the night, Kit suddenly has a thought. He watches a few birds fly around, then trudges over to Lia and sits next to her. "I've been thinking...it's been bugging me for a few days now, and I just have to know," Kit says as he nervously tugs on one of his horns. "How the hell do you transform into animals? Does it hurt? Does the fur make you itchy? Do you have a craving for bugs when you're a bird? Using a little magic to make an area darker is pretty simple, but transforming into other creatures? It's just...kinda weird to me." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 To Avner, Gandt says, "Shut up. Keep complaining, and Lirith's sword'll be the least of your problems. ...No, of course that's not a threat. You'd know if I was threatening you. But you'll attract worse things with all your noise." To Lirith, Gandt says, "You could've taken him. I was cheering for you." (When Avner's not listening, of course.) *********************************** Gandt will take whichever watch Grove does (preferably first watch). When he's sure everyone else is asleep, he shows Illyria's boot to Grove. He explains what it is and the circumstances under which he found it. "I figure our shadow put it up there to scare us, so I don't know if I should go and show it to the others or not. They've got enough on their plates right now." He figures that, out of everyone, Grove should be the least distressed by the boot, considering that he doesn't have any connection to Illyria whatsoever. (icon4.gif) "This is where you come in. Now, I hate asking for help, and I hate owing favors. But if you can help catch that bastard, I don't care." He pauses, then grumbles, "I'd owe you one." Gandt asks Grove if he knows any divination magic that can either a) find someone who has handled the boot recently, or b) find Illyria's other boot (since the shadow might have looted the other one from her corpse as well). ************************* If it ends up Grove can't help, Gandt will (grudgingly) show the boot to Lia the next chance he gets, with the same promise of a favor owed. Except instead of requesting magical aid, he will ask if Tamaska can detect any odd scent about it. The idea being that if Tamaska could identify the shadow's scent left behind on the boot, he might be able to track him. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I know Read Magic wouldn't help, but would Detect Magic be beneficial? I'm a little hazy after reading, I would assume it would help to detect magical auras on the boot, but I'm not sure if it would help it locating similar auras, such as from the person/thing that left it.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (One could argue that the third level Cleric spell "Locate Object" could be used to find the general direction of missing boot. This is something I would allow.) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I will argue, sir. Thanks btw. wink.gif ) Grove will take the first watch with Gandt. He will offer to use the Locate Object spell when he gets a chance to swap a spell for it. (Let's go with Remove Curse) Grove turns down Gandt's offer for a favor. "It's my duty, friend, to offer aid to whoever needs it." "If it's not asking too much, perhaps, you could tell me a little about your lost comrade." (Don't spare any flattery. tounge2.gif ) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lirith smiles at Gandt, then turns her attention back to Kit. Avner makes his horse as comfortable as possible, all the while muttering under his breath. Skald and Amellia gather firewood and soon have a decent fire going. They both report a feeling of deep unease the closer they got to the forest. Kit looks south. Other than mountains and forest, he really can't see anything. Although he thinks, perhaps, he might have seen the glint of sunlight off of water, far in the distance. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia looks at Kit, surprised at the question. She decides the question is genuine and gives it some serious thought. "It doesn't hurt, really. It's so quick that I am a bit disoriented as I adjust to the new form, but that last such a short time too. As for the fur itching, to be honest, I only use it in battle, so I simply haven't had a chance to notice something like that. Nothing quite prepares you for flight. It's one of the best things I've experienced in the world." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Huh," is all Kit says in reply. He studies Lia with a curious look, possibly wondering where everything goes during transformation, when he suddenly stops. He almost appears shocked, and gives Lia an odd stare...almost like he is seeing her for the first time. He gets up and walks over to Gandt. After a quick nudge, he begins to talk to the half-ogre in hushed tones. "Did you know Lia is an elf? I mean, REALLY an elf. I can't believe I never noticed before. Well, no, I did, but I guess it just didn't click before, but now...hey, what's with the boot?" Kit doesn't notice he is interrupting Gandt and Grove until he's right in Gandt's face.
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Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Over the course of his watch, Gandt not only keeps a wary eye on the forest and the cliffs, but also watches Avner and Lirith in case either one tries anything. <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Grove turns down Gandt's offer for a favor.</div> Gandt has trouble believing that Grove really is as selfless as he seems. ?"I don't want this hanging over my head, okay pal? ?Just give it some thought. If you can even pull this off." Regarding Illyria, "Well, I never really... I mean, she didn't say much..." He thinks for a moment, then settles on, "She never showed any fear." ? When Kit approaches, he quiets down. ?He squints at the tiefling as he rambles on, then says, "Huh. ?When did you get into the ale?" ?He chuckles uneasily, but his tone turns harsh when the boot comes up. ?"Shouldn't you be getting some sleep?" ?He hastily hides the boot... but that was probably a mistake. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit gives Gandt a bored look. "You're joking, right? Now I have to know, and you know I'll eventually get my hands on that boot. Just tell me what's going on, okay? It will save me the trouble of stealing it later." * * * * * (Zan says "BOOTS ROCK!!) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia stares blankly as Kit walks off to Gandt, wondering what that was all about. She looks around to search for anything unusual. (Who's sharing watch with Lia?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia doesn't see anything unusual. Although she does suddenly realize that even though the jungle is close, she can't hear any noises she normally associates with jungles. (Urol will be Lia's Watch partner.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Urol? Seriously? You're so mean.) Lia talks with Tamaska about the lack of noises. She tells him to keep alert and to be sharp with ears, eyes, and nose. She'll then turn to Urol and explain the unsettling lack of sounds. (This is, of course, if we get that far in the watch ^^) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "...Fine. Just keep your mouth shut about it, would you?" Resigned, Gandt tosses Kit the boot. "Compliments of our stalker." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit examines the boot. At first he's shocked, but his shock is quickly replaced by puzzlement. "What's so special about her boot, and why is our stalker's willingness to rob graves so shocking to you? I think we have already established how sick this guy is." That said, Kit tosses the boot back to Gandt and decides not to tell anyone about. He's not worried, he just doesn't see what the big deal is. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Tamaska doesn't smell anything unusual. Urol glances up from his notebooks when Lia approaches. When she mentioned the lack of sounds, he scratches his head before standing. "You're right!" he exclaims. "Most unusual. Have you conferred with Grove to see if it was this quiet when he and his party came through before.?" (If Lia does not approach Grove, Urol will, some time before night fall. Grove recalls that the jungle was quiet, eerily so in fact, with only the occasionally far distant sound.) As night falls, the party slowing settles down to sleep. The night is quiet, until Kit's watch, when Lirith approaches him holding a small vial. "I'm going to give Avner a little something to make him sick," she says, before quickly adding, "It won't kill him." (Does Kit allow Lirith to go about her poisoning of Avner?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit sighs. "I don't think you should. I would love to see him get sick, but if we get into trouble in the future and he's too sick to defend himself, we're all screwed. Now, when we get to Farshore, poison him all you want. I want to kick his butt, but poison is serious stuff. Unless he will only be sick for an hour or so, then I don't see any problem." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia thanks Urol for the [unusally] good advice and will ask Grove. smile.gif Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Perhaps you're right," Lirith says dejectedly. She seems to be sulking. The rest of the night passes without incident. Before the party sets out for the day, Grove casts his spell, using the boot as a focus for finding the other boot. He turns in a slow circle before turning back to face the jungle, slightly to the north of the direction that path leads down to it. Grove knows the spell has a short range, so he figures the boot has to be no further away than the edge of the forest. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "So he did take the other one," Gandt mutters to Grove. "When we get close, just give me some kind of signal. Real quiet-like. ?Don't tip him off." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "I can't help but get the feeling that whoever left the boot, will be expecting us to go looking for the other one. I doubt they just left it by accident. Nevertheless, I will try and let you know when I detect the other one." Grove then informs Lia how the jungle as gotten ominnously quiet lately. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 The party heads down the road, into the jungle. Just before they reach the jungle, Grove motions to Gandt and tells him they're close to the boot. Gandt performs a quit search, and finds it about 20 feet north of the road. It is lying on its side, and appears to have been tossed asside. (does Gandt take the boot, or do anything else around it?) The trek through the jungle drones on and on, with only occasional sitings of animal life. The fog hangs on, and in fact becomes thicker the farther the party travels. After a couple hours of travel, Grove informs the rest of the group that they should be coming upon a fork in the road soon, and that they want to take the southern route. The fork in the road appears on cue, and the party turns down it. It's not long before it degenerates down to nothing more than a large game trail, although there's no sign of any large game. This deep in the jungle, the sense of foreboding and unease is almost palatable. To add to this, Urol starts pointing out things that are "wrong" with the plant life, such as discoloration, odd masses, and plants oozing strange liquids. He collects a couple samples, but advises everyone to not touch them. Another mile or so down the road Lia spots a two headed snake, as it slithers into the underbrush. About the same time, the ground begins to turn much more marshy, the wet, muddy ground grasping at boots making each step a chore. Grove doesn't remember the ground being this marshy on the way up, but that was a week ago now. As the ground turns even more swampy, strange noises seem to waft in from the surrounding jungle, and the deformities in the plants become even more grotesque. A strangely, almost alien butterfly flutters by, leaving a nasty stink in its wake. Amellia has become withdrawn as the group travels deeper into the jungle, almost depressed in fact. Avner has begun to loudly complain about everything being wet. Urol's fascination with the strange plant and animal life soon turns to concern, his observations frequently marked with comments about the wrongness of the plants and the few animals that are glimsped. Lirith is clearly uneasy, and never strays far from Kit's side. Finally, James calls a halt. "Grove, did you come through this swamp?" he asks. (Any actions from anyone else.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Sounds a lot like the Plaguelands in WoW, except it's not a jungle) * * * * * Nothing from Kit, although he would have questioned the degradation of the game trail a lot earlier. He does ask this though: "Do any of you healing, magic...people have something to cure disease? Swamps are nasty enough under normal circumstances, but this place...it's like a super swamp." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Gandt stares at the boot, not entirely surprised that the shadow is once again a step ahead of them all. He surveys the area for tracks, or any other sign of the shadow's presence (via Detect Magic). He doesn't bother to take the boot. ************************* Gandt doesn't have the heart to tell Avner to shut up this time. He has to curb his own grumblings about this place, actually. He's almost eager for something to come and pick a fight with the group, if only to take out his frustrations on it. "You sure this was the right path?" Gandt asks Grove, a hint of suspicion in his voice. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Gandt at the Boot) Gandt casts his spell. There doesn't seem to be any trace of magic left on the boot, but Gandt instantly notices strange magical aura eddies in the plants surrounding the boot, and the jungle itself. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 He focuses briefly to see what he can determine about the eddies of magic. Then, resigned, he returns to the group. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Gandt can't make any sense out of the strange eddies. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove is mortified by what he sees and clasps his symbol of Pelor tightly to his chest. "This is.......all wrong. My group and I has barely passed here a week....something is twisting and corrupting this place." He manages to gain some sense at Kit's question. "I have the ability to heal a number of diseases and afflictions, hopefully my skills can remedy anything we might encounter here." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Perhaps we should turn back," James says. "To find a different path. This place is giving me the creeps." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "Will things be different? The way this...corruption, as Grove puts it, is spread about, I suspect any path we choose will lead us through this murk," Kit replies to James. "It's really up to Grove. He knows the way...I think." Kit turns to Lia. "Maybe we can scout the area from above? Get an idea of how far this nastiness spreads, and whether or not there is a better way. And by we, I mean elf-girl-of-one-hundred-forms here." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia shoots Kit a glare and releases her familiar into the air to see if it can see anything unusual that would startle or impress it. She commands it to look above the trees and return and not to leave her sight. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I always forget about the familiars. They're the bane of my DM-ship wow.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 The owl flies away, up into the fog. ?Lia gets a sense of expanding dampness and the general unease from Thorndyke. ?Suddenly that unease turns to fright as Thorndyke nearly flies into Gandt as he soars out of the fog. ?Once the fright passes, Thorndyke is filled with confusion. Lia talks with him, and discovers that the owl thought he was flying up the whole time he was gone, only to nearly fly into Gandt. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia works on calming Thorndyke down, relieved that her owl is okay and that she didn't try to go up there on her own. "Corruption sounds like a good term for what is going on. We should get to the bottom of this as soon as possible." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "You're the nature expert," Avner blurts out, his voice laced with venom, and a growing amount of fear. Before Lia can answer, Thunderstrike bolts free of Avner's grasp and disappears into the fog. Avner starts yelling for the horse to come back, and Urol and James try to pursue, but quickly lose sight of the horse. Muffled splashes can be heard as the horse heads deeper into the swampy jungle. "Come on," James yells, "He has all the food." (James is advocating pursuit of the horse.) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit's eyes widen in shock in response to Avner's "complement". It was sarcasm, sure, but Kit never misses a chance like this. "Avner giving one of us a complement? No wonder this jungle is corrupted. We have descended into the depths of the Abyss!" Kit motions towards the rotting vegetation for added drama. When the horse escapes, Kit lets loose a little cheer. After James informs the party of the animal's load, Kit begins to grumble and groan quietly to himself. "Just when I thought we could be rid of that pain in the giant arse...we really have no choice, do we?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Giant arse? rock.gif ) Gandt is on edge as it is without feathery missiles flying at his head. Thorndyke's navigational error nearly results in one squished owl. Gandt is busily apologizing to Lia for what almost happened, when Thunderstrike runs off. James's reminder of the food is enough. "Anyone who's not coming with, stay put. We don't need anyone getting lost." Gandt looks at Avner as if he's going to say something else, but decides against it. He readies his lasso, then trudges after the horse. It should be easy enough to track on this wet ground. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (the horse's arse biggrin.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here
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Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia shrugs and said "If you like eating, we should make haste to find the horse." She starts heading off in the direction the horse ran off. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove exhales deeply as he holds his holy symbol to himself, then he grabs his mace and equips his shield before he gives chase to the fleeing horse. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 The group trudges through the muck, as quick as possible after the horse. Before long the sounds of the horse have faded to no more than distance splashs and the occasional crash. At the scene of one of these crashes, two crates of food lie broken in the muck. James stops and motions to the crates. "I think we should gather up this food, and just forget about the horse," he says. "What?" Avner bellows. "We're not leaving Thunderstrike alone in this gods forsaken swamp." "James is right, we have no chance of catching him in this swamp," Urol states. "Maybe if your short stumps weren't holding us back we could," Avner snarls. His hand drops to the hilt of his sword. "Avner, stop it!" James orders. "Or we'll just leave your corpse here in this swamp. It would be right at home." "Wha?!? I?!?" Avner is clearly shaking with rage. Meanwhile, Lirith is sneering with contempt, clearly enjoying Avner's distress. After gathering up the food as best as possible, the group continues on, trying to track the horse. It has been dark and gloomy all day, but it has become noticiably darker since the party left the smashed crates. Luckily, the ground seems to be getting firmer as well and the fog a little less dense, although visibility is still rather limited (120ft maximum). As they continue to follow the trail left by the horse, Gandt notices some of the large rocks lying about are actually worked stone covered in moss. Before long it becomes apparent to everyone that they have stumbled upon some ancient ruin, but even Urol doesn't feel like studying them. The ground here is realtively dry, and aside from the ruins is mostly clear (no set of standing stones is more than 4 feet high and 6 feet across. "I think we should stop here, and resume the search in the morning," James says. "We'll need to gather up some firewood." (Any volunteers for firewood collection? Don't worry, I won't kill you wink.gif Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Evil smilie!) Kit draws his rapier and suspiciously eyes the stones. "Whatever we do, we'll do it in groups," Kit ?suddenly chuckles at Gandt. "Your armor is getting a little rusty, big guy." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove volunteers for collecting some firewood, hoping that the small task may help divert his mind away from the nightmare he recently had and the overall uneasiness he has been feeling lately. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Why are we still trying to find the horse after all that?) "Don't remind me," Gandt says glumly to Kit. "This place is murder on my gear." Dendritic armor probably wouldn't "rust", so to speak, but these conditions can't be good for it. (But does magical equipment rust?) In any case, Gandt spends a lot of time on upkeep, fine-tuning the joints of his armor, sharpening the spikes of his shield, and thoroughly cleaning off all the muck to the point of obsession. "How long will that food last us?" he asks James. "I don't want to have to eat anything we find here." As for the firewood, Gandt has had enough walking around in the swamp for today and doesn't offer to help. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Er...no, magical equipment doesn't rust, and I highly doubt dendrite is affected by a little dampness. I didn't know Gandt is wearing ?dendrite armor. Man, do you know how massive dendrite armor is? Gandt must look like a stone golem right now! Party shot update! ?biggrin.gif Either way, Kit's jab was more of a playful shot at Gandt than an actual observation of his armor) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia will gather some firewood. She tries to think of a way to lighten the mood or maybe find signs of the horse, but comes up with nothing. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "I doubt there's more than a day or two's worth at the most," James says. "I suggest we start rationing, just in case we can't find the horse." "I'll example some of the plants, and the water," Urol says. "We maybe able to eat it, even if it is foul tasting. Which I have no doubt that it is." ********** Kit wearily shifts his gaze around the ruins, hoping not to be taken by surprise by whatever his imagination is telling him might be out there. ********** Grove, Lia, Amellia and Skald (why do I always forget him) head off to gather firewood. Rounding a section of larger ruins, they come face to face to an obviously dead body, sliced in half at the waist and bootless, hanging on a crude, X shaped wooden frame, upside down. Lia, Amellia and Skald gasp with recognition, Grove on the other hand, doesn't recognize the corpse, but he has no problem recognizing a zombie when he sees one. "Welcome to my home, travellers," Illyria's zombie says, somewhat gravelly. "You come a long way only to stay here forever. At least you live. That is good for now. My home is your home, now and forever." (actions, questions, panic?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "What do you mean by 'your home?' What is this place?" "How did you get here? Who brought you?" As Lia asks this question, she begins to wonder if this is the shadow that has been following them. If the answer is negative to who, she will ask if Illyria has been following them here. (Lia is not being as affected by the swampiness... I can understand, as a druid, she's having an issue, but she's a lot older than others, seen more things, and maybe some elven snobbery that is helping her stay clear.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 "This is the Fogmire," Illyria's zombie explains. "A place of woe and eternal torment, where you will will soon join me in death. A place where I have always been. This is my dominion, as granted to me by the Master of Fogmire." Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Does Lia know anything of a Fogmire? Knowledge check maybe?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove reaches again for his holy symbol. "Who is your master, creature! I've dealt with your kind before, and I have no fear!" (Ditto Knowledge check, for Grove) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia thinks back, searching through the lore she has learned over her many years of existence. ?Bit by bit, piece by piece the information comes flooding back to her. Lia knows that the Fogmire is an area rumored to be tainted by influence from another plane, although there seems to be debate about what plane or planes is corrupting it. ?It is a place avoided by animals and man alike, and any who wonder into it are unlikely to return. ?(+25XP) Grove grasps his symbol and thrusts it forward, the zombie shrieks and tries to shy away from the sudden blazing sun, but can't because of the wooden frame. Her body begins smoking as the shrieking continues. ?"The master will consume you, fool," it shrieks one last time before bursting into flame and crumbling away. (The shrieking is loud enough that the rest of the party can hear it.) "What the hell did you do?" Skald demands. Grove has heard many stories about the Fogmire growing up, and until now had always thought it was simply a fairy tale meant to scare children. ?He recalls that the Fogmire is tied to the downfall of the Olman civilization but can't remember exactly how (+25XP). Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (Way to burn yourself, Bebop. biggrin.gif ) * * * * * Kit turns to face the area where the shrieks seem to be coming from, then gives Gandt a tired look. "Ah, hell...we better go see what's going on." Kit will join Gandt in investigating the shrieks. He suggests everyone else join them. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members May 2008 edited May 2008 (I've actually been thinking about redrawing the group, despite the fact that I have zero time for it. I can't help myself.) Spurred to action, Gandt hurries toward the shrieking. When he gets there and finds the others unharmed, with only a pile of smoldering ashes to hint at what happened, he looks inquiringly at them. "What was that ungodly racket?" d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 James takes a firm grip on his daggers and hurries after Kit and Gandt. Lirith, Avner and Urol linger a little bit behind, but not far enought to be out of site of the others. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Grove's resolve lessens a bit when he sees the reaction of the group, be gains his composure back quickly. "Judging by your behavior I am guessing that was your lost companion. Believe me when I say, that she is better off this way than spending an eternity in a nightmarish hell of undeath." "This place is evil incarnate, we should leave as quickly as we can." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Lia is in favor of leaving, horse be damned. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members May 2008 edited May 2008 Kit nods to Grove's words. "I'm always in favour of common sense." (Oh, and a link to Kit's mini-sheet has been added to my sig. I thought I was out of sig space, but...*shrug*) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "I'm not leaving without Thunderstrike!" Avner yells over the chorus of votes to leave. Over the shouting that soon erupts, Lia hears a splash somewhere to the east, but close by (she guesses within 30 feet). (+15XP). Kit not only hears that splash, but knows approximately where it is (25 feet due east from Gandt), and he also hears two other out of place sounds, one to the north of the party, and one to the south, also about 30 feet away (+45XP). Something heavy slams into Avner (-4NL) at near the same time Lia and Kit hear the sounds. Lirith gags, and Urol turns away as badly mangled and bloody severed head of thunderstrike comes to rest on the ground. Surprise round! Init & Status: U1: 16 Lia: 16 U2: 15 Kit: 12 The party is packed close together. Lia is on the east side of the knot of characters and Kit on the southwest side. (Actions for Lia and Kit?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit backs up to stand nearer to Gandt, Grove, and basically the rest of the more experienced fighters (PC's) in the group. He will try to Spot and Listen out the source of the disturbance. "There's your horse. Now let's get out of here," Kit growls. He silently thanks the gods for b**ch-slapping Avner. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia casts Fairie fire 30 feet east of where the party is. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Surprise round: Something that looks like a demonic orangutang with reddish brown fur, and large six-digited hands and feet with long sharp claws, suddenly appears just thirty feet to to the east of the party and charges straight toward Gandt. It pounces at the half-merrow as it closes. It passes close enough that Lia able to lunge out with her scimitar, but the creature bats the weapon away before attacking Gandt with a series of slashes and bites. Luckily, only one manages to penetrate his armor, but its a bit of a doozy (-11HP). With the creature to the east revealed, Lia decides to to step behind the beast and take a swing with her scimitar. The weapon bites into the tough hide of the beast, but doesn't faze it (-2HP). Another of the creatures appears north and charges Grove. He gets slashed across the chest, but its not as bad as it could have been (-8HP). A third creature appears to the south and moves toward Urol. It makes a grab for Urol, but he manages to dodge. These two appear to be slightly smaller than the first one to appear. Kit stabs defensively at the creature next to Gandt, but clearly his heart wasn't in the attack. (Now that the creatures have been revealed, Kit recognizes them as Bar-Igura, a type of demon. At least, that's what he thinks they are, he's never seen one before, but they match the description he's heard before, somewhere. (+20XP). Grove has no trouble recognizing the beasts. He's seen illustrations of them before in his studies of tribal lore. (+20XP). Neither know anything more about them, just what they are based on description and appearance.) Init & Status: Gandt: 17, (-11HP) Bar-Igura Leader: 16 (-2HP) Lia: 16 Bar-Igura: 15 James: 13 Kit: 12 Grove: 1 (-8HP) NPCs: 1 (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 If Kit doesn't have to move to attack the Barigura currently pounding on Gandt, Kit will lash out with all of his attacks at it, and not defensively. If he has to move, and it's possible, he will get behind the creature and set up a flank with Gandt to Backstab it. If he has to Tumble to do so, he will. Oh, and Dodge on any Barigura attacking Kit. If, for some reason, it's impossible to attack the Barigura pounding on Gandt, Kit will Tumble and set up flanks with other party members, preferably Lirith, James or Grove (roughly in that order) so he can land Backstabs. Kit won't help Avner (unless helping him would help someone else). By this point, the Tiefling in Kit is firing on all cylinders and he no longer cares if Avner reaches Farshore alive. A haunting red glow is burning in his eyes now. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Guess I know my battle strategies now, thanks to the survival game biggrin.gif ) Grove first makes an attempt to move away from the creature, then he will cast Fire Shield on himself (Warm Shield, I guess) In the second round, he'll cast Protection from Evil. After those two spells are cast, he'll try setting up flanks with Kit/Gandt. If he finds himself in a good enough opportunity, nearby enough allies and enemies and not currently threatened, he'll try casting Recitation. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt focuses all his attention on the leader with a full attack. (Smite+4 for one of the attacks, and Force Power if he rolls poorly on damage). If he can, he starts 5-foot stepping around the group to get within 10 feet of one of the other Bar-Igura. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Round 1: (I'm assuming Gandt is using his piercing) shield bash) Gandt steps south, to open up a little bit of space, and in the same motion unleashes a mighty shield bash. ?The shield pokes lots of little holes into the Bar-Igura, but its not quite as effective as Gandt would have hoped (-13HP). ?Gandt follows that up with a second bash that misses entirely. ?(Gandt surmises the Bar-Igura must have damage reduction of some kind.) "A worthy opponent, at last," the bar-igura leader growls in guttural common, and leaps at Gandt again. ?Gandt gets scratched by one claw (-13HP), dodges, the second and his armor barely holds out against the bite attack of the beast. Lia summons her courage and swings again. ?The scimitar slides off the thick skin without penetrating. The other two Bar-igura's press their attack, but the one attacking Grove slips in the muck. ?Grove counter attacks, cracking it across the head with his mace (-10HP). ?The other one grabs Urol, prompting James, and Lirith to attack. ?James misses, while Lirith's sword slams home, only to be forced aside by the bar-igura's thick skin. ?Urol begins scream frantically, as the bar-igura suddenly teleports away. ?At the last moment Urol struggles free and avoids being teleported as well. His immediate target gone, James casts a spell. ?His blades glow blue for a moment. Kit moves to the left to flank the bar-igura leader. ?He stabs, finding his rapier easily penetrating the flesh (-22HP), black demonic blood sprays everywhere as he removes his rapier and stabs again, but the second strike misses. Grove moves away and casts his spell. ?His body becomes wreathed in flames. Avner scrambles back to his feet, while the rest of the group makes various worthless attacks against the demons. Round 2: Gandt continues bashing the bar-igura, putting numerous new holes in it's body (-23HP total). The bar-igura growls a challenge at Gandt and then moves away, opening it up to attacks from Gandt, Kit, and Lia. ?Gandt wallops it hard (-19HP) while Kit and Lia both miss. ?The bar-igura circles and comes straight at James. ?James tries to defend himself as best he can but the claw rips through his flesh rather easily (-23HP). Lia pursues, leaving a nice little cut in the bar-igura's backside (-7HP). Skald gets sliced and diced by the remaining bar-igura (-25HP), while the bar-igura that disappeared suddenly re-appears about 15 feet from Urol. James attacks, the bar-igura leader with his daggers. ?Unfortunately, he slips in the muck, opening himself up to an attack from the bar-igura leader. ?Again the claws slice into him like butter (-15HP). Kit circles around to flank the leader with James. He stabs and just barely misses. Grove casts his second spell, and is sheathed in a glowing field of goodness. The NPCs continue their futility. Init & Status: Gandt: 17, (-24HP) Bar-Igura Leader: 16 (-86HP) Lia: 16 Bar-Igura: 15 (-10HPx1) James: 13 (-38HP) Kit: 12 Grove: 1 (-8HP) NPCs: 1 (skald: -25HP) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Did Kit not act during round 2?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">while Kit and Lia both miss. </div> (You guys both missed in Round 2) Grove moves towards James and casts Cure Critical Wounds on him. After that, he'll try casting Recitation on the party/enemies.
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TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Wasn't that an Atk. of Opps?) <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">The bar-igura growls a challenge at Gandt and then moves away, opening it up to attacks from Gandt, Kit, and Lia.</div> * * * * * Kit will continue to focus on taking down the Barigura leader using Flanks or Acrobatic Backstabs if possible. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Now that I reread it, it does look like that.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia backsteps five feet away from the leader and use Magic Missle on the one 15 feet from Urol. If that draws attention to herself, or it moves back into melee range with Urol, then attack with the sword, otherwise cast Flare on the leader. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (oops, I forgot Kit's round 2 action.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Hey, where you going??" ?Gandt ignores his wounds and chases after the big one, Charging if he can. ?He tries hitting him with the flat of his shield this time (bludgeoning) to see if that has a better effect. ?If that is similarly ineffective, he switches back to full attacks with the spikes. If the big one goes down, he goes after the teleporting one next. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (I had a big update typed up, but then flash crashed and took more than one window with it.) Anyhow, Skald is dead, Urol has been kidnapped, the other bar-igura teleported away and Gandt killed the leader. Other than that, nothing has changed. "Even though you may defeat me, you will never escape this forest," the dying words of the bar-igura leader. EXP: Lia & Kit: 720, James and Grove: 840, Gandt: 800 Level up! - James (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Wow. A talking monkey," Kit groans. He bends down to close Skald's eyes, then recites a little prayer. "Too bad. He didn't say much, but he seemed like a good guy. Better than some people around here." It's just an act (Bluff I suppose). Kit is actually using Sleight of Hand to search Skald's body for equipment and other goodies. "Speaking of those 'other' people," Kit starts as he rises to his feet, "why would they grab Urol? What makes him so interesting?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit finds Skald's pouch (it doesn't contain much, just 27 silver coins and 13 copper coins). ?He also finds a strange, pale-colored ring that is encircled with tiny carvings of what appears to be winged humanoids. ?The ring is on a leather cord around Skald's neck. (Skald's armor is just standard leather armor, he has a shortbow with 6 arrows remaining in the quiver, a shortsword (cold iron) and a dagger). "Maybe they don't like gnomes," Avner spits. "I know I don't. Let's get out of here before they return." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 The shortsword may be worth something, but it might be too hard to swipe. Kit will grab the ring though (his sword is still out). He might be able to cut it free without anyone noticing. Kit agrees with Avner, but he refuses to verbally state the words. "He is probably dead by now, and if he isn't, he will be by the time we find him," Kit gestures towards the forest. "Assuming we find him in this cursed place. Every extra moment we spend here gives those monkeys another chance to kill somebody else." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Damn it," Gandt seethes, slamming his fist into a tree. <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Let's get out of here before they return.</div> "We oughtta move before they come back with reinforcements," Gandt says, as if Avner didn't say anything. "But first things first." If they're still too far from Farshore for carrying Skald to be feasible, he recommends torching him. It seems like a better option than burial at this point. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove recites a prayer, shakily, over Skald's body. He'd like to perform a full burial for him, but given the environmental changes, he has no idea how soon they would find a place where they could do that. He'll try to do a quickened ritual, so as to give some closure. "Like Kit said, it just doesn't make sense why they would kidnap your comrade unless they had some sinister plan for him." "Either way, I'd wager there are much more of these creatures and would like nothing more to exact vengeance over the death of their leader. We should continue on our way soon." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Do we know how to 'get out of here?'" Seems a bit more tricky than simply walking out at this point." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 James seems a bit distraught at the thought of leaving Urol to whatever fate the Bar-Igura's might have in mind for him. Or it could be he's still in a large amount of pain. "Before we go anywhere, can someone take care of these," he says, pointing to his various injuries. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (What happened to Cure Critical Wounds?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (It was wasted in a valiant, yet ultimately futile effort on Skald (healed him to only to a positive 13HP, and then on the next round he was critical hit for 28 damage.)) Savage Tide Info chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Forgot to post this) Kit skillfully slices the leather band and takes the ring without anyone noticing. He pockets the ring for future examination. (+25XP) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove offers use of his CLW wand heal James wounds, and also to anyone else in need of healing. (I'm assuming Grove could probably lead them out according to what he remembered what the right path is.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 It takes 6 charges to close up all of James' wounds. He expends another 3 healing Gandt. "Thanks," he says, still staring at Skald's corpse. ****************************** Quickly gathering their belongings, the party follows Grove away from the ruins. They trudge back down into the marshlands staying close together to avoid becoming lost in the fog. They trudge on for hours, long past sunset. The creepy silence of the marshlands is only creepier in the dark, and each splash or random insect chirps sends everyone reaching for their weapons. After several hours of travel, the group comes upon another set of ruins. It's not until they spot the severed head of Thunderstrike, Skald's corpse, and Illyria's ashes that they realize its the same set of ruins they left a considerable time ago. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Did Kit take Skald's ring?) * * * * * Kit blinks at the sight of the ruins. Then blinks again. After fanning his nose for a few minutes, Kit slumps to the ground. "Ah... ... ...crap." He has nothing else to say. ================= (If you guys really have your hearts set on leaving these ruins, we could try camping overnight and having Grove prepare a bunch of Divination spells, like True Seeing (assuming he can cast it), Find Object, or any other spell that either banishes illusions, magical wards, or gives us an idea where to go/what to do to overcome an obstacle. Or we can tackle this "the bridge is being repaired" game device until we activate the trigger that allows us to mvoe on. biggrin.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Jun. 05 2008,12:32)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(Did Kit take Skald's ring?) * * * * *</div> (Yes, see above) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Also, Gandt wouldn't have left without cremating Skald, like I mentioned before. He has no desire to be followed around by his boots and/or zombie.) Gandt just turns on Grove, expecting a damn good explanation. *********************************** (Skald, Illyria, and Thunderstrike's head are all in the same place? No sign of them being moved?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Jun. 05 2008,09:32)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Or we can tackle this "the bridge is being repaired"</div> (I lol'd laugh.gif ) (Unfortunately I was expecting we might get stuck in something like this) "Powerful magics must be hindering our escape. We may have to find the cause of this fog before we continue on." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (Soulweaver @ Jun. 05 2008,13:32)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(Also, Gandt wouldn't have left without cremating Skald, like I mentioned before. He has no desire to be followed around by his boots and/or zombie.) (Skald, Illyria, and Thunderstrike's head are all in the same place? No sign of them being moved?)</div> (Ah yes, quite true. Consider it a pile of Illyria ashes and a pile of Skald ashes then. wink.gif And no, the remains have not been moved.) Savage Tide Info chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (bebop007 @ Jun. 05 2008,13:58)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">"Powerful magics must be hindering our escape. We may have to find the cause of this fog before we continue on."</div> "Yes, powerful magics indeed," James mutters, half to himself. James tries to get Gandt's attention, while not alerting anyone else. He motions for the half-merrow to keep a close eye on Grove. Unfortunately, pretty much everyone notices James' gestures. "Shouldn't we concentrate on finding Urol?" Amelia asks. "Isn't it likely that these "things" and this magical trap are related?" "If you had an ounce of compentence when it comes to sailing we wouldn't be in this predicament," Avner whispers, but loud enough to be heard. "What did you say?" Amelia asks, spinning toward the noble. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit finally has something to say. He gets on his feet and moves to stand between Amelia and Avner. "Careful, Avner. In case you haven't noticed, a few monkeys strained our defenses so much we lost two people. I wouldn't want my defenders to look for reasons to abandon their wards when the going gets tough, and believe me, the going is tough. In fact, we have a little business to discuss." Kit doesn't care about Avner, but he does care about Amelia. He gives Amelia a comforting nod, then turns to Lia. "But first, let's establish our bearings. Unless you spellzy types have some magic wand that can get us out of here, we should begin scouting the area. Lia, can your furry friends check the area for any object or thing that may be responsible for this fog? We may get lucky. And while she is taking care of that, let's take care of that business I mentioned. Avner, this trip has been incredibly dangerous so far. Too dangerous. And I don't believe the gold we're getting is worth it. So, I propose we get some gaurantee from Avner that we will be well compensated when we get to Farshore, or we leave him here." After that, he asks Lirith to stand closer to him. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia uses the task as an excuse to escape this posturing for power that she cares nothing for. She will wander around, within sight of the others, looking for anything. She will not release Tamaska or Thorndyke on their own because of what happened last time with that. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Amelia relaxes a little, but still keeps her hand on her sword hilt. She glances about as Kit talks, but keeps her focus on Avner. James follows Lia, to help her search for anything that might be of help. Avner listens to Kit. "So far it seems you haven't done such a good job of protecting us. However, perhaps a little gold will help you perform better. I can give you 500 gold crowns when we get to Farshore." He steps in closer to Kit, and whispers, soft enough that only Kit can hear him, "If you can get me safely to Farshore, you'll be well rewarded. My family is powerful, both in Farshore and Sasserine." Lirith moves closer to Kit, prompting a sneer from Avner. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit nods. "It's good to know you're open to...negotiation. We'll work out the official details later." At least Kit got Avner to give somewhat. He'll now focus on the situation at hand. Keeping Lirith close, he performs a visual Search of the ruins complex for anything that may stand out. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Shouldn't we concentrate on finding Urol?</div> Amelia's intentions may be good, but Gandt thinks their chances of tracking a teleporting ape are only slightly better than their chances of catching the four-eyed shadow. ?So he keeps a restless lookout (Listen, Spot, Detect Magic) while the others go about searching the ruins. ?He keeps them in his sight at all times. ?Especially Grove. Even without James's prodding, Gandt was plenty suspicious of Grove. ?Not only did he lead them in a circle, but somebody had to have tipped off the shadow about the locate object spell before. ?He makes no effort to hide the fact that he's watching his every move. After Kit's done talking to Avner, Gandt takes Kit aside. ?"So what'd he say? ?Must've been good. ?I really thought we'd be leaving him here for a minute." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Believe it or not, he's willing to give us a nice bonus if it helps him survive this mess," Kit replies to the half-ogre. "I don't trust him. He could easily toss us in a dungeon once we get to Farshore, so we need him to gaurantee his intentions in some way."
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chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt activates his detect magic spell, and immediately discovers the eddies he noticed earlier are much stronger (moderate auras of conjuration and transmutation) and much more organized here. They seem to be flowing towards the northeast, away from the ruins. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove obviously now realizes everybody has little trust for him and he wishes something could be done to assuage their feelings, but for now he just has to hope his future actions show them what kind of person he is. He'll then join the others in a visual search of the area and the outside of the ruins. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia doesn't notice James at first, actually trying to peer into the dark fog. When she notices him, she turns slowly, almost like she can't take her eyes off the fog for a minute. "What do you think about this fog, honestly? Do you think we'll be attacked tonight?" Lia looks more than a bit nervous as she glances at the fog again. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "I don't know," James answers. "It doesn't seem natural to me, but then again, I don't have your experience with nature. At this point, I fear anything is possible. That first attack seemed more like a snatch and grab than a real attack. Maybe they'll be more cautious since we killed one of them, but we have no idea how many of them are in this muck." Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">He could easily toss us in a dungeon once we get to Farshore</div> "Well, I won't make it easy for him, if it comes to that!" <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">They seem to be flowing towards the northeast, away from the ruins.</div> Gandt nudges James. "Hey, do you notice anything weird about this place?" Then, realizing how ridiculous that sounds, he elaborates. "I mean, besides the obvious." He urges James to analyze the eddies and see if he can make heads or tails of them. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia sighs... "our numbers continue to dwindle. If they come in greater numbers, we could be in serious trouble." She looks back at the group. "I think Grove is on our side, at least for this trip if nothing else, but the others make it clear they don't trust him. What do you think?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Note: Kit doesn't distrust Grove. He's too busy being suspicious of Avner to think about Grove. Just wanted to add that) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Strange currents?" James asks. He then casts detect magic and studies the currents himself for some time. "I think we have two options here. Either the currents are leading the way out, or leading to whatever is causing us to be stuck here." James pauses for a moment. "What do you think?" he finally asks Gandt. "Do we follow it, or go in the opposite direction?" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "If I may interrupt," Kit begins, "it sounds like our options are 'possibly get out of here' or 'maybe destroy the source of this weirdness'. Or continue to wander around this place while getting attacked by talking monkeys until we stumble upon a way out. I think it's pretty obvious what we should do." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "What do I think? I think I'm tired of waiting around for whatever this island feels like throwing at us next. If there's even a chance we can take the fight to them, then what are we still sitting around here for??" Then, loud enough for everyone to hear, "There's nothing here. I'm going this way." And with that, he starts heading in the direction of the currents. (I've lost track of the days here. Do I have another Detect Magic, or was that my last one?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Not really seeing any other present alternative, Grove will follow Gandt in tracking the current's path. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (That was Gandt's last, but James still has one) James follows Gandt, and the two lead the party through jungle. Following the currents proves quite easy, and after a remarkably short journey (only about 400 yards) the reach the edge of a clearing. James and Gandt immediately come to a halt, nearly causing numerous collisions and prompting Avner to begin cursing "careless ogres". The fog is thinner here, revealing a low hill. A spire of black rock looms above the hill, while at ground level, the image of two gigantic fanged baboon heads leer out at the jungle. Their gaping maws reveal two caves that lead into darkness. "Right or left?" James asks. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit is curious about the black spire and wonders if anyone wants to participate in a quick investigation of it. More specifically, if there is anything in or around it, whether it gives any clues about the place, or if there are any mechanisms present. Keep an eye out for monsters of course. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Since his interest is also inspired by the black spire, Grove will join Kit in the investigation. Grove offers to cast a Daylight spell in the two cave openings (depending on how close together they are, and considering his range is doubled, I'm assuming he could equally illuminate both fot at least a small distance inward) so as to see if there might be any surprises in wait. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Do Kit and Grove climb up to the spire (its an easy climb) or just observe it from ground level?) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Climb!) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove climbs the small hill before anyone can stop him. The spire seems to be made entirely of obsidian. Grove can't find any markings on it. He walks around it (it's only about 10 feet in diameter), but can't find anything to indicate where it came for or what it is for. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Sure, Kit will climb up the hill, but he'll wait for the party to advance on the hill and caves. He doesn't want Grove and himself to enter the clearing alone. *Er...sure, go ahead of me. laugh.gif I guess I'll have Kit try and climb the spire. How high is it? Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt peers into the two cave openings with his darkvision. Unless he sees something that distinguishes the two, he starts heading for the left one. But he stops when Grove and Kit investigate the spire. He keeps a lookout, watching in puzzlement as Kit tries to climb it. "What're you doing?" d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (The spire is about 25 feet tall, tapering to a point at the top) Kit approaches the spire and tries to climb it. He slips, tumbles down the hill, and only with a last second flip manages to land on his feet. Avner laughs, but his laugh is somewhat subdued. Lirith starts forward, but upon seeing Kit is okay, retreats back to the edge of the jungle. "We'll stay here," Amelia says. "As lookouts." It is obvious that Avner, Lirith and Amelia are disturbed by the baboon carvings and have no intention of approaching the caves. Gandt looks into the cave entrances. Both look the same, with rough natural walls and the odd boulder or two. "If there's nothing with the spire," James says to Kit and Grove, "let's head into the caves. At this point, I think it would be unwise for us to split up." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit brushes himself off. "I was hoping for a good vantage point. Who knows? I may have seen the exit." Seeing the others lurking on the edge of the forest, Kit gives them a puzzled look. "Do you guys really want to stand out here? You should really stay with us. It's dangerous no matter where you go in this place, but at least we can travel in a group. If you must stay out here stand in the clearing. You might be able to see something before it attacks. Maybe one of Lia's pets should stay with them. An extra pair of animal eyes help." Kit suggests a short scouting trip of the caves with a party make-up of Kit and Tamaska on one side, and James and Lia on the other. Gandt and Grove hang back a little. Not too far a trip. Just enough to determine what direction the caves follow and whether or not they intersect. But before they do that, Kit will light a torch, or get someone to cast a Light spell on a rock, then toss this lighted object into one of the cave openings. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia tries to encourage the reluctant ones that the cave is the better option, at least until light. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Do you guys really think you're better off out here, alone?" Gandt asks the three. But he doesn't argue with them if they insist on staying outside. He'll follow the others into the cave once Kit is done whatever he's doing. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove tries to find a hand sized rock to use to cast a Light spell on. If someone wants to use that as a makeshift torch they can. He'll also try to encourage the others to follow them into the cave. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Amelia, Lirith and Avner refuse to approach the caves. With a sigh, James turns back to the others. "Let's get this over with," he says. Grove casts the spell on the rock, and hands it to Kit. (Which side does Kit throw it?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Doesn't really matter. Flip a coin. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Let's just say right, to save time tounge2.gif ) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit tosses the stone into the right side cave. It skips and bounces through the 10 foot wide, natural corridor for 45 feet, before pitching up against a boulder. Behind the boulder is a wall of rough stone, the corridor seems to split to both the left and right at this point. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Does the light spread into the tunnels of both entrances? Anywho, Kit will Move Silently into the cave, hopefully with another sneak at his side, up to where the rock stopped. He will keep a look out for traps and suspicious objects within the tunnels. When he reaches the rock, he will look down the fork in the tunnel to see if he can Spot anything suspicious. He will hand the rock to Grove when the cleric arrives. It's now a torch. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Yes, the left hand tunnel is lighter as well now.) Kit and James advance slowly through the right hand passage, until they reach the glowing rock. There is a bloody hand print, roughly the size of a gnome's hand on the boulder the rock came to rest beside.
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TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Not looking good for Urol," Kit says with a shake of his head. Kit will see if he can determine what direction the owner of the hand print was dragged based on how the print is angled. Kit will also tell the rest of the party they can enter. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove takes the rock and holds it up, allowing for as much light as possible. If he sees the handprint, he'll wince a bit. "It certainly doesn't bode well for our companion. It seems we have found the nest for those creatures we encountered earlier. The question is do they know we're in this cave yet or not." (Should we do the old throw and wait with the stone, or just walk cautiously now?) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (The stone-light thing was just to see if the passages were connected. Dungeons with two entirely different entry paths can be very confusing) Kit winces. "They will if we keep talking." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Judging from the angle of the print and a slight smudging, Kit thinks Urol went to the left. James motions for Lia and Gandt to hurry up. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt takes up the rear, following after the group. He makes sure to peer down any path they don't use, to avoid being taken by surprise. (Spot & Listen at all times.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit wants to take a quick peak down the right-hand tunnel just to see where it goes. Quietly, of course. He will draw his rapier too. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit edges to the right and glances around the corner. The tunnel comes to a quick end just a few feet around the bend. A skeleton is manacled to the wall. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit will leave the skeleton for later. He suggests following the handprint. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove nods his acknowledgement and prepares to follow Kit. (Spotting, Searching, Listening and all that jazz) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit and James move off in the direction Kit indicated, moving silently to avoid detection. The passage narrows before widening, then narrows again as it doubles back towards the other interest. In the wider area, James and Kit come across Urol's gear. Grove and Lia follow as close as they can in the tight confines. "Definitely not good," James mutters. (Does Gandt try to squeeze through after Grove and Lia?) Updated Map Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit reminds the party to keep quiet, then presses on. I suppose the less stealthy party members can examine Urol's gear. They may find something interesting. **(Btw, there has been some muttering at the WotC forums suggesting Wizards may remove the 3e SRD to help 4e sales. If you haven't downloaded the 3e SRD, or haven't updated it, I suggest you do so ASAP) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt waits until the rest of the group emerges out the left side before following. He doesn't try to squeeze through the narrow corridor to see what James is talking about. "If this all goes to hell, get behind me," he says quietly. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (WotC was saying last august that the 3.5 SRD would eventually go away. They're ending official support for 3.5 either at the end of this month or next, so it would not surprise me if they took it down then.) Kit advances silently, followed by James. Grove and Lia file into the small room with Urol's belongs, while Gandt starts across the larger opening. A sudden rumble interupts the silence of the cave. The rumbling quickly becomes a deafening roar as the cave collaspes on top of Gandt. Gandt just manages to get his shield overhead to block the worst of the slide, but he still gets hurt rather badly (-15HP) before being completely buried. James gets hit by sliding debris (-11HP) and is buried up to his chest. The entrance to the room Grove and Lia are in is blocked by about 3 feet of earth and stone. (actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">"If this all goes to hell, get behind me," he says quietly. </div> (When you're right, you're right!) * * * * * Kit winces, but he hastily reminds the party to keep quiet and warns them to hide. Kit will then try to pull James free of the rocks. If any hostile creature is alerted to the sound of the rockslide, and James is still not free, Kit will cast Darkness on the rocks surrounding James and Gandt. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt does his best to get the hell out of there, silence be damned. He at least tries to get his head free. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit pulls on James, but doesn't manage to budge the half-drow. Gandt struggles, but there's just too much stone and earth holding him, he can't break free. James starts trying to dig himself out. "We have to get to Gandt," James tells Kit. "Grove, Lia, help us!" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit hushes the party and whispers "We have to help you first. If those damn monkeys come now, you're a dead man. At least he's covered. Somebody should at least check and see if anything is coming." *I suggest a familiar or companion. I suppose the party can try to free Gandt from behind. The party could hold the smaller tunnel if monsters appear now. Either way, we don't want Gandt's head showing if anything attacks now. Coup de Graces is something you don't want to provoke. Ever. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Just for clarity, are both entrances to Lia and Grove's little U-turn area blocked by 3 feet of stone, or just one? Also, it doesn't matter if you're protected from coup de graces if it means you suffocate. <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">I suppose the party can try to free Gandt from behind.</div> Yes please.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (just the one: Updated Map. Gandt is at the center of the rock fall zone, James is on one edge, and the other two edges are 10 feet from Gandt.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Gandt has some time to beat that STR check and free himself, and he might even be able to heal himself, but it only takes one Coup de Grace to kill you forever. Either way, it would help if we can check and see if anything has been alerted to the party's presence. If not, we can focus on freeing Gandt) **Note Kit's actions are purely RP based and are not influenced by the rules. He's a survivalist: James has the best chance to be pulled out, Gandt is buried, James provides the paycheque...save James. biggrin.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (I won't hold it against you. wink.gif ) Gandt's not thinking about coup de graces at the moment, so he continues to struggle. He frantically tries to get a hand free so he can begin clearing the rock away from his head. ****************** (Has Rage been used yet today? I think it was used during the battle where Urol was taken, but I'm not sure if that was "today" in game terms or not.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (yes, that was today. Waiting on Grove/Lia...) Savage Tide Info chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Following Kit's advince, Lia sends Tamaska to scout around the corner. He returns almost immediately, telling Lia that "4 wolves past the corner is a blank wall". Lia and Grove clamber up and out of the half-sealed passage. Following Kit's lead, Lia, Grove, and Kit quickly dig James out of the rubble. Gandt struggles and groans against the heavy rubble, but just can't move it. The air in the little space created by his shield is starting to get rather stale. As soon as he is free, James starts digging towards Gandt. With Tamaska watching for enemies, the Kit, Lia and Grove join in. There's alot of dirt to move, and the going is rather slow (they can clear approximately 5 feet every minute). Gandt continues to struggle, but still can't free himself. His lungs are starting to burn now (-2NL). Minute 2: Kit, James, Lia and Grove continue to dig, but now they're running into issues with the sides of their passage collasping, they're forced to settle for widening the passage more than digging toward Gandt (another 5ft cleared, but its all widening, not moving toward Gandt). Gandt fails to break free again, and again his lungs feel the burn (-1NL). Minute 3: The diggers get back on track, but now the mounds of dirt are starting to get higher. They only manage to remove about 2/3 of the dirt in the next 5 foot section. Gandt struggles, and suddenly the mound of dirt overhead shifts somewhat... filling in the section that the diggers had just cleared, and forcing them back so they don't get buried as well. Gandt's lungs burn some more (-6HP), but he does feel as if the weight isn't as bad as it once was. Minute 4: The diggers continue digging, despite the set back. Though they barely make any headway. Gandt struggles, but perhaps the lack of oxygen is starting to weaken him, as he doesn't seem to make any progress. (-5NL). Minute 5: Back to where they were a couple minutes past, the diggers widen the passage to keep it from collasping in on them. Gandt struggles, and manages to shift another few hundred pounds of dirt and rocks, one of which nearly konks Kit on the head. The burning in Gandt's lungs subsides a little (-1NL). Minute 6: The diggers dig farther, close enough that they can hear the grunts and groans of Gandt straining against the weight. They decide it would be best to back off now. Gandt struggles valiantly, and the entire side of the area where he's trapped suddenly gives away, causing the rock and dirt to push him to the ground. He lands with a thud, and a mouth full of dirt. Now not only is he buried, his prone. (-6NL) Minute 7: The diggers spend this minute cleaning out the path they'd made, again. Gandt pushes up with all his might, and finally manages to cause enough dirt and stone to slide off that his head is free. He takes a deep, deep breath of fresh air. After that, it doesn't take long for the party to free Gandt. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Ugh, so much for using wild shape. Sorry.) Lia spies Urol's belongings now that everyone is free. She will take a look at them, but unsure to touch them just yet. She does a search around it for traps and the like. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 There's not much too the supplies, other than his journal, a few odd trinkets (including the bat idol discovered a long time ago) and his quarterstaff. Lia notices nothing suspicious about the items, they just look like they were haphazardly dumped here. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia will collect the trinkets and study them. She'll take the journal, but leave it for James to decide what to do once somewhere safe. She'll search through them for anything else of interest. (Is the quarterstaff of interest?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (It's a standard quarterstaff.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia ignores it then smile.gif Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit decides to take a look around the corner and a better look at that skeleton when he is finished there. He is no longer concerned about noise, just traps. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove offers healing to anyone injured in the cave in. He then waits for Kit's report before making any more actions.
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:27:00 GMT -5
chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit turns the corner and immediately spies a large, bronze door. ?The door is covered with dozens of carvings of demonic reptilies and simians torturing humanoid forms. ?The handles of the door are made from what appears to be the barbed tongues of fiends. ?Flanking the door are two statues of demonic monkeys in niches. ?Oily red liquid drips from the mouths of the statues, but evaporates before it hits the floor. (Anything further here, or go back to the skeleton?) James decides that his wounds don't need treatment at the moment. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "This looks inviting," Kit chuckles. Kit will call Grove and James over to see what they make of the door. Kit is specifically curious about the creatures depicted on the door and if anyone can recognize them. While those two brainstorm, Kit will go check the skeleton (still looking for traps, snakes, etc.) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove does his best to try and examine the door to see what he can make of it. (Knowledge checks, probably) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt leans against the wall to catch his breath. ?"Thank you," he coughs, humbled. He doesn't even resist Grove's attempts to heal him. He doesn't see the point in doing so after all that. He does supplement the healing with his own wand, though. (Status update pls) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Maybe Gandt should heal his own injuries. Grove's heals are so darn good we should save them for when we need to go from almost dead to healthy in a single round. Remember the Fire Elemental. **Spoke too soon tounge2.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Jun. 18 2008,14:39)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Grove's heals are so darn good</div> (Just wait til I get Empower Healing next level!) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Hmm...only works on your Healing domain spells, not all healing spells. Divine Health...Bebop, did you take the Radiant Servant class just for its mummy-crushing abilities?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Grove is at -8HP, James at -11HP and Gandt at -15HP, with -21NL) Gandt uses two charges from his wand, and heals most of the cuts and bruises (+12HP). Grove uses his wand on James and heals most of his cuts and bruises (+8HP) At Kit's request, Grove and James turn there attention to the door. Grove recognizes the carvings as scenes from the Abyss. (+20XP). James stops to study the statues. It doesn't take him long to realize the red oily substance is actually just an illusion. "There's writing under the statues," James suddenly announces, "but I can't read it." Grove takes a look at the writing pointed out by James, but he can't read it either. Gandt and Lia each take a turn, but they can't read it either. Kit returns from examining the skeleton (it was stripped of gear, and was quite yellowed with age. There were numerous marks and partially healed breaks on the bones that lead Kit to believed the fellow, probably a human of Olman ancestory was tortured for quite a while before his death) but he can't read it either. James turns to the door, "It seems to be clear of traps." He grasps the right handle and jerks, but nothing happens. He tries pushing, but nothing happens as well. Then he tries the left side, with the same results. "I guess it's up to you, big guy," James says as he looks at Gandt. (James is suggesting that Gandt force the door open) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit will move one of the vases dripping illusory blood with his rapier. Not break it, just move it. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit shoves the statue with his rapier. It tips back slightly in its niche, but nothing seems to happen. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Now he will break the statue. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt approaches the door and tries to open it from a distance at first. Despite what James said about it being trap-free, he does his own visual search of the door before getting closer and forcing it open. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit knocks the statue over. An arm, an ear and a part of the foot break off. "What are you doing?" James asks. ***************************** Gandt tried opening the door from a distance, tapping it with his shield, then putting a little bit more pressure on it. The door doesn't budge, so he settles back an inspects it closer. Seeing nothing (too) out of the ordinary he moves in and slams all his weight into the door. It creaks slightly, but still holds. James steps into help, and the door shudders slightly. They try again, but the combined might of the two just isn't quite enough. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit breaks the other statue. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit smashes the other statue. He does a better job of breaking this one, with five large pieces and several dozen smaller ones scattering across the floor. "I hope whatever was written on those statues wasn't important," James mutters. Strangely, the illusionary oily red liquid continues dripping from the mouths of the statues. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit shrugs. His suspicions allayed, he helps open the door. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 It takes several tries, but Gandt, James and Kit finally force the door open. The chamber within is stained with blood. ?Two stone thrones sit on either side, set into alcoves. ?On the far side of the chamber sits a blood-caked altar of greasy green stone, topped by a pair of black tallow candles. ?Iron-framed mirrors stand on either side of the altar, their reflections warped and indistinct. "Sweet mother of the oceans." James says. (Updated Map Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "This sort of thing reminds you of your mother? It must have been a terribly messy birth," Kit nervously chuckles, but it's obvious he's trying to cover his emotions with humour. After Gandt goes in to soak up traps ( biggrin.gif ) and James probably does a detect magic thing, Kit will step inside and look behind the mirrors. "If they took Urol through here, there must another path." **Are the candles burning? Much much light is there in the tunnels? Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 James snarls, but doesn't say anything in response to Kit. (The candles are not burning, the only light is from Grove's stone.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Does any of the blood appear fresh? Seeing that Kit's waiting for him to go first, Gandt mumbles something about watching the party's flank and doesn't enter until everyone else has. Once he does enter, he studies the ceiling for weakness and doesn't step anywhere that hasn't already been stepped by someone else. Only when he's satisfied with the room's structural integrity does he take a closer look at the two thrones. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Too bad I don't have a consecrate spell or something.) Grove is completely aghast by the horrors of the room. After a brief moment and a quick prayer, he manages to compose himself enough to enter the room. He tries to hold the light up enough so as to illuminate the entire room. "We can't allow this evil to persist. This is an obscenity to all good." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (The blood doesn't look entirely fresh, but some spots are fresher than others.) Grove enters the room, and James moves carefully forward, keeping an eye out for traps. He's sooned joined by Kit who looks over the mirrors. There's something not quite right about the mirrors, and kit pays special attention to that aspect as he looks them over. James joins him, and quickly asserts that the mirrors and altar seem to be trap free. With that he turns his attention to the thrones. (Kit knows James is wrong about the altar because Kit found a magical trap on the mirrors (+30XP).) James soon declares the thrones trap free as well. "I don't get it," James says at last. "What are we missing?" (I'll be out of town at 3pm EST today, so this will probably be the last update until Monday.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Everyone. Don't move," Kit announces. "These mirrors are trapped, and I think the altar is too. This whole set-up just screams trap, but...I've never encountered anything like this before. There is nothing obvious or mechanical about it. It must be a magical trap. I hope you spellzy types have some advice on how to deal with this because I'm not sure what to do." Kit directs the party away from the altar and warns them not to look into the mirrors. He'll tell James to get away from the throne until Kit has a chance to look at it. He suggests Grove stick around in case anything goes wrong, and wants James for his magic detection abilities. In the meantime, Kit also suggests somebody else go back to Amelia, Lirith, and Avner and tell them the entry of the cave seems to be secure and they should rejoin the party. Finally, whoever isn't in the throneroom or talking to the NPC's should give the tunnels another inspection for hidden passageways. Urol may not have come through the throneroom. As for the room itself, Kit will first determine what the trigger for the mirror trap is, then he will examine the throne. James should try to determine the nature of the magical traps. After that, if the triggers can be avoided, Kit will see if he can determine the nature of the altar trap. If a trap goes off and Kit sustains muchos ouchies, he will back off and refocus his efforts on figuring out where Urol went. I don't want this to turn into a multi-day effort search for traps. I hope that was enough actions. I have a suspicion about the mirrors, but I don't want to metagame. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia isn't too sure about the 'evil' of the room, but she definitely finds it unnatural, hence not to her liking. She's unsure what to think. She asks Grove what he prayed for, looking for insight to what he feels this is, or could be. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">We can't allow this evil to persist.</div> "I hear ya." Back in the doorway, Gandt palms a good-sized rock and takes aim at one of the mirrors. "Can I? Please? I betcha 50 gold I could smash it from here." Gandt's suggesting they destroy the room and forget about fiddling with the traps. He still seems reluctant to enter the room, though. So if Kit is still going to investigate the traps, he occupies himself by checking on Amelia, Avner, and Lirith. He doesn't really expect them to change their minds about coming in, like Kit suggested. More than anything, he's checking up on them to make sure they're not at each other's throats. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Trapped? Are you sure?" James asks. James takes several steps away, just to be on the safe side. He then casts detect magic. "Ah, yes, the candles and mirrors are magical, as are the thrones. There is an aura of enchantment magic around the mirrors and candles, and conjuration around the thrones, but they all seem to be connected in some manner. It takes Kit a while, but with the help of James he determines that touching the mirrors is all it takes to trigger the trap. Gandt mean while wonders back through the tunnels, nearly getting stuck trying to squeeze through, and tries to convince Amelia, Lirith and Avner to come inside. All three continue to refuse. Lirith seems quite concerned about Kit, much to the disgust of Avner. "Perhaps we need to light the candles," James suggests. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit merely gives James a confused look when he starts talking about magical schools. "Uh...yeah, sure. That's what I thought." When Gandt suggests breaking the mirrors, Kit winces. "Hold up, big guy. I think that's the sort of thing that will set off the traps. Let's just take this slow until we can be absolutely certain Urol didn't go through here." Kit won't stop James from lighting the candles, but he won't be in the room when James does. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 <div> (Firemyst @ Jun. 22 2008,22:20)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE"></div> "Courage, for the truly dark days ahead." Grove responds to Lia's inquiry. "The artwork depicts horrors from the Abyss, which must be the source of the troubles on the Isle." Grove discreetly follows Kit out of the room before anyone else feels like tampering with magical traps. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Seeing himself alone in the room, James lights the northern candle. Immediately blood pools in the south throne. James walks over to the throne and begins examining it. "Do you think I show sit in it?" James calls out. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia replies that she thinks that's a really strange idea and what purpose would that serve?
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:27:41 GMT -5
TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Your funeral," Kit "agrees". He then nudges Gandt and whispers, "Maybe we should ask for our pay first." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Don't people normally sit on thrones?" James asks Lia. "Of course, the blood will ruin my pants." James stands at the throne, pondering the situation when suddenly the candle snuffs out and the blood disappears. "I guess that answers that," James says. He walks back to the altar and lights the other candle. This time the north throne pools with blood. "Maybe I should light both of them." James lights the second candle. For moments, the darkness of the cave is washed away as a large ball of fire rapidly expands outward from the candles. James dives to the ground, avoiding the worst of the flames. Still he gets burnt pretty badly (-12HP). When the flames subside, the altar and candles appear as they did when the party first entered the room. A careful search of the area near the doors has revealed no secret doors. Continue looking through the rest of the cavern? (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "I stand corrected: your cremation," Kit quips before turning to re-examine the cavern. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (To make a long story short....) Kit searches the entire cavern from head to toe, assisted by the rest of the party. No secret doors are found. The long day and exhaustive search is starting to wear on the party (two hours until the party risks becoming fatigued due to lack of sleep). Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (What else was there to go to on the map? I didn't see anything.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (I think that is the point. Sorry for the railroading...) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia looks back into the room of blood. "There seems to be no other way. If we want to solve this, we need to go through that room. What if we trigger the mirrors to break while we're outside the room? Any ideas?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit sighs. His posture noticeably slackens as both his form and mood deflates. "Sorry Urol. I didn't like the guy, but...this is a terrible place to die. I'm the best there is, and yet I can't beat this place." Kit doesn't have anything else to say regarding the throneroom. As far as Kit is concerned, if somebody else wants to mess with unknown magical devices, they're free to do so. * * * * (I suppose we can allow Gandt to break stuff in the throneroom; otherwise, I'm stumped. I don't know if our Search or Lia's Sense Secret Door checks have sucked, and we don't have any Divination spells. Were those Search checks "Take 20's"? If they were, then the only other thing I can suggest we do is have Grove prepare some divination spells) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Yes, they were.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Maybe there is another entrance on the other side of the hill?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Outside, Gandt gives Lirith a kind of annoyed look. ?"Kit's fine." As long as he's out there, he walks around the hill to see if there are any other entrances. ?Does he notice anything different about the hill or the spire? (Edit: ?Oh, you beat me to that idea. ) ************************************ Back in the present, Gandt's more than willing to start breaking stuff (from a distance) if no one else can think of any use for the throne room. (But before that, maybe someone can bring the less-broken statue out to the NPCs to see if they can understand the writing? Or maybe there's some spell that would accomplish that? ?Someone can always try sitting in the thrones if we run out of ideas.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Gandt's circles the hill, but doesn't find any other entrances. ?The hill and spire look the same as they did before the party went in.) "Surely there's some spell that can allow one to read languages?" James asks at Gandt's suggestion. ?He looks specifically at Grove and Lia. (BTW, I think Gandt would be aware of Comprehend Languages) Gandt picks up a stone, and tosses it at the northern mirror. ?In a blinding flash of light it shatters, and then suddenly reappears, whole. ?For the briefest moment, Gandt feels something tugging on his mind, but the sensation passes, leaving Gandt wondering if it was real or not. ?Also briefly, a vortex appears in the mirror, then vanishes as well. "Okay, maybe the other one?" James suggests. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 All this spellzy stuff is too much for Kit. He will stand back and let the mages work. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 When Grove gets an opportunity, he'll spend the hour meditating for his spells, switching Comprehend Languages for one of his Divine Favors. After he casts the spell, he'll reexamine the room, seeing if there are any inscriptions or writing that he can translate. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Any body doing anything but twiddling their thumbs while Grove meditates?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt will try to get some rest (and recharge his own spells), but otherwise no. ?He's less eager to go around breaking things after that. Lv 0 spells: Detect Magic, Purify Food & Drink, Create Water Lv 1 spell: Blade of Blood d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 I suppose I can have Kit use Diplomacy on the NPC's to get them to enter the cave before getting some rest. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia will look around the room, seeing if she gets anything off knowledge checks or the like... if nothing, then she'll go outside and start looking for a place to camp. She tries to convince the NPC's that they can stay in the east cavern, making sure not to mention the west. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove finds a quiet spot and starts meditating. Lia inspects the items in the room. ?She knows that the items could be used for many different things, from scrying to teleportation, or cumpulsion to much, much worse. ?Her nature skills just aren't enough to tell her what to do this time. Lia and Kit go outside to try and persuade Amelia, Lirith and Avner to come inside. ?They find all three tossing and turning in their sleep, moaning and in the throes of horrid nightmares. ?(Wake them?) Gandt sits down in the hall and rests. ?James continues to study the altar, mirrors and thrones. ?Just as Gandt's about to fall asleep, he sees James light the south candle then move to the north. ?Gandt watches as James sits on the throne. ?"Gandt!" he suddenly yells. ?"The mirror's doing something!" James approaches the south mirror, where Gandt can see a distorted vortex seeming behind the glass of the mirror itself. ?James reaches out to touch the mirror, and as his fingers brush the surface the vortex fluctuates wildly then disappears and the candle snuffs itself out, leaving James holding his head. ?Outside, Lia and Kit suddenly see the spire flash an odd purplish light. "There was something savage, bestial almost," James manages to say at last. ?"I could feel it clawing its way into my head. ?But I think I've figured it out. ?I should have figured it out earlier. ?Considering there are two of everything." As Gandt watches, James lights the north candle, then moves to sit in the south throne. ?As soon as he sits the distortion appears in the north mirror. ?James moves across and touches it. ?As he touches it, the distortion vanishes to be replaced by James' image and the second candle flares to life. ?"What?" James-In-The-Mirror says. ?"That wasn't.... Gandt! ?Look Out!" James-Not-In-The-Mirror (JNITM) turns towards Gandt, his eyes smouldering with hatred, his appearance suddenly feral. ?Gandt nearly takes a step back in shock. JNITM leaps foward with a snarl, daggers flashing. ?Luckily, Gandt's armor seems more than enough for the attack. ?Outside, the spire is now glowing with a purple hue. Init: JNITM: 17, -12HP Gandt: 15 Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Either they figured something out, or something bad is happening," Kit says in response to the glowing spire. He doesn't bother waking the sleeping NPC's. He's tired of trying to convince them of the obvious. He will grab Lirith and sling her over his shoulder, then head inside the cave. If Lirith sleeps through the whole ordeal, he'll rest her just inside the entrance of the cave. If she awakes and gets upset, he'll ignore her and carry her inside anyway. * * * * * (Jheni'Tem...say, I've just named our mirror monsters. laugh.gif For extra fun, ran Jheni'Tem in the dictionary. The closest sensible match at Dictionary.com returned "hentai". We know what that is, but its direct translation is "perversion". Funny how that works out, no? ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lirith wakes almost as soon as Kit picks her up. ?"The bloody babboons!" she screams. ?"Kit, save me." ?She starts kicking and screaming, to the point that Kit nearly drops her. Lirith's screaming wakes Amelia and Avner, prompting Amelia to draw her sword before her eyes settle on Lia. ?"What's going on?" she asks. ?"Where are the babboons?" Avner is staring wide eyed at the spire. ?"The abyss is coming for us," he says, as drool slowly drips down his chin. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "I AM saving you! Calm down!" Kit yells as he struggles to hold the panicking woman. In response to the bit about baboons, Kit points at Avner. "There is A baboon, now help us get these two inside before the real monsters get you. We have to get inside NOW! (Bluff)". Maybe lying will get their butts moving. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia gives Amelia an odd look. "Baboons? Was that what you were dreaming about? We found the three of you in a state of nightmare." She looks up at the spire. "Everyone come inside now. It's clearly not safe either way, so better to be closer to us than not. Kit, we need to see what's going on in there." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (That is neat. ) "What're you rambling on about... hey!" Getting over his surprise at being attacked, Gandt wastes no time in defending himself. First he tries to catch JNITM and hold him still (Grapple+4 & pin). If he proves too quick to get a hold of, he instead tries to dissuade him with Subduing Strikes. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Round 1: JNITM leaps at Gandt again, Gandt manages to turn the daggers aside and grab JNITM. ?Meanwhile, JITM starts pounding on the mirror surface, trying to get out. Round 2: JNITM slips free, and manages to dart away from Gandt as he tries to regrab him. Round 3: JNITM jumps in at Gandt again, and again Gandt manages to block the blades and grab JNITM. Rounds 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8: JNITM tries to get away, and Gandt keeps his hold on him. "Don't hurt me!" JITM says. Round 9: JNITM slips away from Gandt. Round 10: JNITM manages to get a dagger inside Gandt's defenses and slashes him across the face (-4HP). ?Gandt grabs hold of JNITM. Round 11: "Gandt," James pants. ?"You can let go of me now." ?Gandt looks over at the mirror. ?It's no longer showing James, but instead a swirling vortex. "The gateway is open," James says. ?"We need to get the others." Meanwhile, outside: Lirith kicks and screams some more. ?"Kit? ?Oh, I thought the babboons had me. ?I didn't hurt you did I? ?Hey, sit me down, where are you taking me? ?I'm not going in that damn cave." "Yes, nightmares," Amelia answers Lia. ?"Demonic babboons were chasing me through a hot, steamy jungle. ?This jungle, I think." Avner shakes his head, "Where am I?" he asks shakily. ?"What's going on?" (Grove has finished his meditations.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Something is going on, and frankly, I doubt it's good. We're going in, even if I have to tie you down," Kit replies to Lirith. "Amelia, I suggest you do the same. Avner, you can do what you want." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove rouses from his meditation. "Hopefully everything was quiet while I was preparing." (Ba-dum-ching!) After that, he'll then cast Comprehend Languages and study the entire room to see what he can discern. (By this point, James can probably tell us a lot more. Maybe we should just start calling him the guinea pig.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt hesitates before letting James go. He eyes him and the mirror distrustfully. "You cut me." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Kit, put me down," Lirith orders. "I'm not going in that cave." She seems to be shaking with fear. Amelia backs away from the cave entrance slightly. She has yet to sheathe her sword. Avner seems to still be somewhat confused about what is going on. ********************************************** Grove stands up and makes his way back to the room. He sees Gandt holding James, which seems a little wierd, and the swirling mirrors. He casts his spell, and examines the statue that is still more or less complete. With the aid his magic he reads the words, "give of your right". ********************************************** "That wasn't me!" James protests. "I was in the mirror!" Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Maybe I'm just not getting this. You're saying there's a 'gateway' in the mirror... that turns you crazy?" Gandt remembers the tugging on his mind from before, and is glad that James was the one to fiddle with the mirror instead of him. "...And we want to go in there?" He lets James go, then spots Grove. Realizing how weird that must have looked, he warns Grove, "Not a word about this to anyone, got it?"
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:28:20 GMT -5
TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (If Kit were present, he'd be hesitant about entering a mysterious portal to an equally mysterious location that just so happened to share a space with magical traps, crazy baboons, animated corpses, and similar nasty things) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia approaches Amelia slowly. "Amelia... look at me. Have I ever given you a reason to distrust me? We need to find out what's going on. Do you understand? We must hurry. If you're going to keep the sword drawn, use it on a foe, not a friend." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "No, no," James says. ?"The trap turns you crazy. ?I think it's just there to keep out intruders, such as our selves. ?I think the gateway just functions to take us to another part of the shrine. ?I think we can only get out of the jungle if we find whatever is driving the magic of this place and destroy it. ?At least, I hope that's the case." Despite Lia's attempts, Amelia refuses to enter. She doesn't seem to keen on stopping Kit from dragging Lirith inside, and after a quite a bit of struggle, Kit does manage to get Lirith inside the entrance to the cave. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Inside the cave, Kit attempts to reason with Lirith. "Look. See? Nothing. There is nothing in here. It's quiet, it's out of the way, and it's not open to the jungle. Nowhere is safe in this place, but at least you can hide in here, and it's more defendable. Just hang out with Skelly over there for awhile and we'll take care of the rest." If Kit has to use his Skills to convince her to stay in the cave, he will. If she flees back into the jungle, to hell with her. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 As soon as he sets her down, Lirith makes a mad dash back for the Jungle. Kit doesn't even have time to try to reason with her. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "So the trap's gone... right?" Gandt doesn't like this idea one bit, but it seems to be the only option. He goes to find Kit and Lia so James can explain what he's discovered to them. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Yeah, the trap is gone, at least while the portal is open," James answers. Gandt retrieves Kit and Lia, and James explains the situation to them. "I don't know what we'll find on the other side, so I suggest we all go close together." With that, James draws his daggers, walks over to the mirror, and touches it, vanishing instantly. (I'm going to assume that everyone follows James, but feel free to have your characters say something before doing so) The room momentarily fades from view, only to be replaced by another room. James is standing just a few feet to the south, near a column that supports a natural running over head. To the north is a single mirror, with a swirling black vortex reflected in it. In the middle of the room lies a pool of what appears to be fresh blood. Strange red light filters in from above, while large, thorn covered vines criss cross along the walls and ceiling. The overwhelming smell of wet fur fills the air, while the furtive shuffling echos down from above. (I updated the map but note that the natural stone bridge does not show on it. It connects the south and northwest area, running mainly due north-south with a width of 10 feet. Lia appears to be standing on the northwest end, but is actually under it.) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 It takes a few moments for Kit to step through the portal, and his eyes are closed when he does. After entering, he examines his new surroundings with curiousity. Is there anything in the pool of blood? Are those white rectangles doors? What do they look like? (It's hard to pinpoint the bridge. Can we reach it by climbing or something? Should we even care?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt motions for everyone to stay still and points up where the shuffling sounds are coming from. ?Do the sounds seem to be coming from on top of the bridge? ?Can he get a sense of how many things are up there by Listening? ?Can he see anything up there from where he is currently standing? ?In any case, he keeps his tower shield Readied in case anything decides to jump down onto the group. (You say the bridge runs to the northwest and that Lia's standing under it, but on the map, Lia's in the northeast corner of the room. ?Is there a weird compass rose we can't see that's throwing me off? ?Also, how high is the bridge, and the ceiling?) Not sure if this is important, but why are some parts of the room darker than others on the map?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (I'm sorry, I mispoke, it is northEAST not northwest. The lighter colored areas are parts of the bridge. The white rectangles are indeed doors. There is a stairway to the south that looks like it leads up to the bridge.) The sound does indeed sound like it is coming from the bridge level, to the south of the room. Kit examines the pool of blood. There doesn't appear to be anything in it, but being blood, its hard to see through. The doors are plain iron bars. The one to the east appears to be locked, but Kit can see the other two well enough to tell if they are locked or not. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Now may be a good time to keep our voices low," Kit whispers. "I'll go see what's up there." Kit will attempt to scout the bridge. He'll sneak over to the stairs, while staying alert for traps, climb them, then try to get an idea of what the bridge is like. Kit will have his rapier drawn and his buckler ready for action during this time (fighting defensively in a surprise round). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit skirts around the edge of the pool, then heads for the stairs. He climbs them, hugging the wall to keep from being spotted. As he approaches the iron bar door, the sound of harsh, guttural voices drifts down the stairway towards him. Sneaking closer, Kit can see one of the creatures, he identifies it as the same type of creature that attacked them at the ruins, but he doesn't recognize this one. He figures from the shuffling that there are 2 or 3 more Bar-Lguras. The iron door appears to be unlocked. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit will head back down the stairs and tell the party about the Bariguras. He will recommend they set a trap for the creatures. Kit will set-up the trap by stealthily returning to the stairs, opening the gate, and tapping the walls or something to attract their attention. If that works, he'll head back to the party, hide around the corner, try to lead them into the room, then ambush the last Barigura that enters the room, not the first. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Where do you want us to be?" Lia thinks this is a good strategy. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Off to the side and out of sight, except for maybe one person who can draw them out; expose their backs to us," Kit scratches his chin. "Maybe not Gandt. He's huge. He might scare them off and force them to bring reinforcements. Somebody who can defend themself. Grove, perhaps?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Don't leave any of them standing." Gandt keeps his voice down and stands where Kit tells him to, trusting his judgment on this one. (He makes sure not to step in the blood to get to where he's going, though). If all goes to plan and they get the drop on the bar-iguras, he starts off with a charge/Shield Slam, if possible. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 "Allow me a moment to prepare." Grove casts Protection from Evil on himself. He then readies his mace and shield. "Just say the word and I'll be ready" Grove says to Kit. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove casts his spell and the party begins to move into position, doing their best to remain quiet. ?All except for Gandt, who accidently bangs his shield into a pillar as he tries to sneak into position. ?James groans. ?Moments later three Bar-Lgura's teleport down off the bridge. ?One of them looks familiar (#2 on the map). ?She roars with fury as she spots Gandt. Status and Init: Kit: 19 Lia: 14 Bar-Lguras (x3): 11 James: 8 Grove: 7, Protection from Evil: 7 minutes Gandt: 5 Actions? (Map) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Kit grinds his teeth before attacking whichever Barigura seems to have its back to the Tiefling. If it's flat out impossible to catch a Barigura flat-footed, Kit will delay his action until one of the creatures attack someone else (closest), then flank and sneak attack. Dodge and Full-Attack if a Barigura attacks Kit. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Gandt responds with a roar of his own. "No escape for you this time!" 1) If any bar-lgura tries the grab-and-teleport trick, Gandt immediately focuses his attention on that one, if he can get to it in time. (Shield Slam if possible) 2) Otherwise he goes for any bar-lgura next to him. (Full-attack) 3) If neither of the other conditions are fulfilled, he moves to engage bar-lgura #2. (Charge/Shield Slam preferred) (Due to the lost post before, I don't think we ever found out if bludgeoning had the same damage reduction as piercing against bar-lguras, though Gandt did try it. If bludgeoning was more effective in the other fight, he uses his shield in that way. Otherwise stick with the piercing spikes.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Grove will try to set up a flank with either Kit or Gandt, whomever is closest. "Back to the Abyss!" \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia will keep her distance and use magic missle on one of the unknown enemies. If one of them comes close, use Shocking Grasp. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 (Switching damage types didn't help, but Gandt's darkwood shield was more effective (magic)) Round 1: Kit holds his position (delay). Lia casts Magic missile, nailing the Bar-Lgura closest to her fully in the chest. ?(#3: -8HP) The bar-lgura speaks to her packmates. ?Grove is able to understand the speech (Comprehend Languages still in effect). ?"Take the big bastard!" ?The Bar-Lgura's move toward Gandt. ?Gandt stops the first one to come after him with a mighty shield slam (#2: -30HP), while James manages to strike the one nearest him with his dagger as it moves towards Gandt. ?The blow doesn't look that strong, but the Bar-Lgura topples over, howling in pain (-2 dex, prone). ?This leaves the remaining Bar-Lgura who sprints at Gandt, hatred dripping from her fangs. ?She leaps at him and Gandt and the Bar-Lgura disappear. Gandt reappears in a pit, roughly 15 feet deep. ?To the west stands the Bar-Lgura, and past her a door through which Gandt can see Lia and James. Kit circles the pool of blood and goes after the downed Bar-Lgura. ?He strikes with the rapier, but the twisting demon avoids the worst of it (-6HP, -2HP sneak attack). James dives at the prone Bar-Lgura, striking furiously with his daggers. ?The first dagger strike cleaves a small piece of flesh (-4HP, -8HP sneak attack) while the second misses entirely, and James stumbles over the Bar-Lgura, barely managing to keep from falling in the blood himself. Grove circles the blood pool to attack from the north. ?He cracks the Bar-Lgura over the head (-6HP). Gandt roars. ?An earth shattering roar that echos out of the tunnel, clearly spooking Lia and James. ?Then Gandt does what Gandt does best, smashing into the Bar-Lgura with his shield. ?Flesh, hair and even some bone fragments go flying as the livid half-merrow vents his frustration upon the demon. ?(-28HP, -3Con (cracked ribs) (-12HP), fatigued). ?And then Gandt comes back with a brutal backhand that the Bar-Lgura just manages to avoid. Round 2: Lia slices the Bar-Lgura with her scimitar, but the damage is minimal (-3HP) The prone Bar-Lgura teleports, as do the other two. ?Shuffling noises can be heard on the bridge above the main group, while The pit door above Gandt slowly opens. ?A mob of fiendish baboons leap down on Gandt, and while he somehow misses them with his shield, his armor withstands their attack. (New Actions? ?And for Gandt, I should point out that a "mob of fiendish babboons" is treated as a single Gargantuan creature.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members June 2008 edited June 2008 Lia looks around for where everyone teleported to. She looks at where the roar came from, wondering if that really could've been Gandt. She also listens to see if she can etll how many more are above them. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt swings left and right at the mob of baboons as he inches westward, closer to the door (full attack & 5-foot step). If at any point he starts to get overwhelmed, he takes Total Cover. (It's a locked, barred door, I presume?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(-2HP, -2HP sneak attack).</div> (Eh? Kit always does at least -6 HP damage on a successful attack. Was James' -4 HP shot a crit?) * * * * * Kit will give James a curious look after he topples the Barigura. "What did you do? Why did it hate your attack so much?" I'm assuming there are no Bariguras currently within view of the party at the moment, so Kit will see what he can do to help Gandt get out of the pit (assuming he can see Gandt). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Damage corrected. For some reason I keep reading Kit's damage as 1d6+1... Not sure why.) "I sliced the hamstring," James explains. "At least, that's what I intended to do." (I'm using the Critical Hit Deck from Paizo for Critical hits. In this case, James scored a critical hit and the card stated 1d2 dex damage and knocked prone). (Yeah, the Bar-Lgura's are out of sight at the moment). Kit moves over to the gate. It's locked, as he expected. Kit tries to break the lock but fails. James runs over to assist Kit. With James' assistance, the lock pops (+20XP Kit, +10XP James) (Grove?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (That's cool, but how would you use the deck with class features that allow the character to deal extra ability score damage and the like? Oh, and Kit assumed James had used some spell or figured out some weakness to exploit) "Don't open the gate yet! Gotta figure out a way to get Gandt out without let those baboons escape." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove switches his mace for his crossbow and will fire at the nearest Bag-Lgura he can see. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (I try to balance it out. It depends on the situation, sometimes the Critical Hit Deck is more flavorful, but much less powerful than what would be accomplished without it (often this happens with Gandt's Criticals).) Grove stands guard. Gandt tries to step down the tunnel. Its hard to do with so many babboons and the tunnel being smaller than the pit itself. he swings wildly as he goes, but has little trouble striking the babboons this time. (-20HP, -27HP). Round 3: Lia tries to listen for the Bar-Lgura's, but with the shrieking of the fiendish babboons, she just isn't able to pinpoint them. A Bar-Lgura appears near the stairs, it whispers something, and suddenly Lia feels a strong grip on her scimitar. I gets wrenched from her grasp and floats in mid air about 5 feet away. A second Bar-Lgura appears near the mirror in the north. It too whispers something and Grove's crossbow is ripped from his hands. The third Bar-Lgura appears behind Gandt and attacks, but Gandt's armor withstands the blow. The Babboons grab Gandt with ease (-3HP because of Gandt's armor spikes) Kit notices several large rocks nearby that might be used to jam the door shut. James chants briefly and throws a glob of acid at the Bar-Lgura behind Gandt, it doesn't appear to be effected. Grove chants, and as he does so a bright ball of light appears in his open palm and streaks towards the Bar-Lgura to the north. The light sears into the Bar-Lgura, who lets out a moaning wail... right before her head explodes. Grove grabs his crossbow as it starts to drop, and smiles triumphantly at the other Bar-Lgura from across the blood pool. (+1 kill) Gandt tries to break free, but can't. He does however cut the babboons a little (
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Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (is the sword animated, or simply hovering?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 <div> (Firemyst @ Jul. 01 2008,14:42)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(is the sword animated, or simply hovering?)</div> (It's under the effects of the "telekensis" spell (or however its spelt). Which means, the Bar-Lgura could choose to throw it at you, if she wants, but you could also grab it and regain control of it.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Where's Tamaska?) Kit will roll the rocks towards the gate. When possible, he will exchange his rapier for his longbow. He will then call for Gandt to approach the gate and be ready to jam the rocks in place when he gets to it. Meanwhile, Kit will try to shoot any baboon clinging to Gandt with arrows. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia fires up Produce Flame and hurls a fireball at the one controlling her sword. ?If this breaks the spell, have Tamaska retrieve it. ?If not, and Tamaska can lunge for the sword, then she will ask him to do so, otherwise have him stand guard under the ledge. *uncertain how high Tamaska can jump smile.gif (Tamaska stands guard until told to strike. I don't think sending a wolf out against teleporting beasts has much effect. He should've attacked the prone one, though. tounge2.gif) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Round 4: Lia produces her signature ball of fire. ?She flings it with all her might and anger, while the Bar-Lgura laughs and lets the fireball strike her straight in the chest. ?The smell of slightly singed hair fills the air (-1HP), but Lia's scimitar clatters to the ground. ?Tamaska quickly retrieves it. ?As the fire ball fades, the Bar-Lgura appears motionless. ?(Angry Lia + Magic Critical = Bizzarre Magic Side Effect!) The Bar-Lgura behind Gandt teleports away again. ?The Babboons surge over Gandt, dragging him with them toward the tunnel door (-13HP to Gandt, -3 to the babboons). Kit fires at the babboons. ?He strikes, twice, but it doesn't have much effect (-7HP). James tosses another ball of acid at the babboons. ?The acid eats a little bit of flesh (-3HP). Grove runs over and fires at the babboons. ?He plugs a babboon with ease (-4HP). Gandt decides to fight back against the Babboons as they crawl all over him. ?He sends several to an early grave (-26HP). ?The wriggling slices a few more with his armor spikes (-3HP). Round 5: Lia grabs her scimitar and turns and fires a flame ball through the door. ?Strangely, the fire doesn't appear to effect the babboons that much (-6HP). The babboons surge toward the door. ?It gives way with a bang, and the mass of creatures begin to spill out into the room. ?Kit manages to avoid being trampled, while James isn't so lucky (-11HP). ?Gandt's armor (or perhaps just tough skin) protects him from taking further damage. Kit goes stabbity, stabbity, missity missity. James hits, but its nothing to right home about (-8HP total) Grove reloads and fires. ?The bolt streaks through the mass of babboons, and bounces off Gandt's shield. Gandt rolls with the flow and breaks free of the grapple. ?He lays into the babboons with the fury of a thousand ogres. ?(-42 total) Round 6: Lia throws another ball of fire. ?Again she hits, but it does practically nothing (-1 HP) The babboons surge... and suddenly scatter, running for cover. ?A few fall over, apparently dead as the mob disperses. Status: James: -11HP Grove: ?Protection from Evil: 6.5 minutes Gandt: -13HP EXP: Grove: 1400, Lia: 1150, Gandt: 1050, Kit & James: 960 And I forgot to award EXP for making it past the trap earlier: All: 325 "Somehow, I think that could have been much worse," James says as he cleans his blades. ?"Nice work guys." (Soulweaver: I think Gandt's Saves got messed up, can you double check them. Thanks.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will try to recover his arrows and possibly finish off any baboons that may just be stunned or wounded. "It's not over yet. I'm sure the damned things know we're here now," Kit suddenly points an accusatory finger at Gandt. "Forget subtlety. From now on, let's just unleash Gandt on anything that moves." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia looks for more targets, her hands still glowing. If she finds none, andif the Bar-Lgura can be reached, then she would approach it slowly, studying what could have happened. Otherwise just rejoin the group. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 James shakes his head, "so much for unity" he thinks to himself. Lia can't see any more targets, so she goes to inspect the Bar-Lgura. It appears to have been petrified by her spell. She figures the magic will wear off eventually, she's just not sure when. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia reports what she learns to James, making sure to mention that the spell will wear off at some point. If he wants Gandt to "clean up" the new statue, she'd rather not be present. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "You sure?" James asks. He's a little confused as to why Lia doesn't want to be present when the statue is destroyed, but passes the request along to Gandt. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Yes, thank you." She smiles at James and begins to head up the stairs, listening for more of the monsters as she does. If Gandt strikes the statue, she makes sure not to look or think about it, pausing to talk to Tamaska about nothing important. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia heads up the stairs, leaving James scratching his head. At the top of the stairs, Lia surveys the bridge. The door to the north is still closed, and from here she can see another door to the south. Overhead she can see a large blood red quartz that seems to be the source of the illumination for the room. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will ignore all calls for Gandt to destroy the "statue" and dispatch the creature himself. Kit wants to feel like he's accomplished something in all this. After that, he will examine the other doors and get an idea of where they lead. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt raises his hands disarmingly when Kit points at him. "What can I say? Smacking them in the face works just as good as stabbing them in the back." He looks puzzled at Lia. "You okay? You're not wimping out on us, are you? If you're gonna wimp out, wait until we're done with this place first." He then goes about surveying the carnage of the room. He looks a little dumbfounded at the bar-lgura with the exploded head. When Kit dispatches the frozen one, he grumbles, "We still missed one." He searches for where the third bar-lgura might have gone, starting with the trapdoor where the baboons came out of. Is there anything else up there? Is it even possible to see up there? Whether he finds anything or not, he returns to the group and keeps eyes and ears open for the last bar-lgura and any friends it might bring along. ************************** (Oh! You're right about Gandt's saves. Will should be +4 (Class) +0 (Wis) +2 (feat). Anything else I missed?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove does his standard healing offer to everyone, then joins in the searching of the area. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Myst is going to Vegas for a few days. I'm not sure if he's left it or not, but I don't expect him to post again until Friday or Saturday.) Gandt travels back down the tunnel to the pit. Its little effort for him to pull himself up to the room above. The room isn't that big, but contains 6 stone columns and a stone throne to the south. A door leads out in the northwest corner, likely connected to the bridge. Other than a foul smelling smoke, the room seems to be empty. Kit topples the statue with glee. Knocking several pieces of stone free in the process (fingers, fangs, an ear, and one arm.) Grove heals up James with his wand, and James goes upstairs to check on Lia. (new actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Since Gandt is taking care of the tunnel, Kit will join Lia and James and beginning scouting the bridge upstairs. He will Stealthily move up and down the bridge in search of baddies and traps. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 The bridge appears to be clear of traps and baddies. The door at the northern end (into the room where Gandt is) is unlocked, as is the southern door. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will take a quick peek into the northern room to see if there is anything more to the room, then he will scout the southern door. Map update please? Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt goes back down the way he came. He returns to the group, mentioning the throne and the smoke to James. He'll keep a lookout while the others decide where to go next. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (New Map) Kit looks in the room just in time to see Gandt disappear back down into the pit. He doesn't see anything that Gandt didn't see from his vantage point. When Gandt reports, James moves to the southern door and listens. He then comes back to the group. "I didn't hear anything," he says quietly. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Let's go do what we have to do, then. They're expecting us, so look alive," Gandt cautions about the door. He'll cover whoever opens it, but he won't be the one to open it. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 James and Kit quietly approach the southern door, followed by Lia, Grove and Gandt. ?They open the door enough to peak inside revealing an approximately 25 ft. by 25ft square room. ?An opening leads to the west, and another to the east. ?The sound of water comes from the western opening. ?The dominating feature of the room however, are large piles of bones. Seeing the coast clear, they step inside. A sudden movement draws their attention back to the east, where a zombie snakeline creature topped with a human head rises up from the bones. ?It turns and looks straight at Kit and James all the while moaning in true zombie fashion. "It's an illusion," James says, but then his eyes go glassy. ?"It's okay," James says as he puts his blades away. Kit recognizes the creature as a zombie naga, and figures things are definitely "not okay". Status & Init: Lia: 20 Gandt: 19, -11HP James: 18, charmed Kit: 12 ZN: 11 Grove: 6 (Actions?) (New Map) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Are you nuts?" Kit grabs James and drags him back through the doorway towards Gandt. When he gets there, he'll draw his sword and poke Gandt. "Well? What are you waiting for big guy? Sick'em," Kit slaps Gandt in the rear with his rapier. "Will throwing a big steak at the thing help?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (I guess I could have posted up to Kit's action earlier, since Myst and Soul are both gone.) Round 1: Lia runs past James and Kit and tosses her last fireball. ?The fireball flies through where Lia could have sworn the Zombie Naga was standing, slamming into the door beyond. ?It's at this moment, that Lia realizes the zombie part is just a disguise, part of a spell hiding the actual creature. ?Unfortunately, she can't tell what it is, but suddenly she doesn't feel that fighting it is the right thing to do. Gandt needs little urging and he rushes forward to do battle. ?His first strike does surprisingly little damage (-17HP) while his second seems to slide right through the form of the naga. ?Luckily, whatever is effecting James and Lia does not seem to effect the big man. "Gandt, it's not our enemy," James says, trying to step forward but he's dragged back out of the room by Kit. The Naga seems to be casting a spell, so Gandt decides now would be a pretty good time to put a stop to that. ?Gandt swings again but again it seems Gandt's aim is just a little off. ?The Naga raises a hand and points straight at Gandt. ?A bolt of lightning flies from its finger tips, giving Gandt little time to react, but the big man does manage to twist just enough to avoid the worst of it (-8HP). ?The lightning bolt illuminates the room momentarily, revealing 2 pools of water in the western alcove before it slams into the wall beyond. (Grove?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Oh yeah...no point making jokes right now) * * * * * Kit blinks in response to the weirdness going on around the naga. "So...we're both right. Let's see," Kit will change-up his actions by switching his rapier with his bow. He'll focus arrows on the naga's head. If that seems to fly through the head, he'll focus his arrows on whatever parts Gandt manages to actually hit. He wants to establish a point of attack on the creature's body. Kit won't restrain James anymore, but he will trip him with the end of his bow if he tries to run by. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove readies his crossbow and tries firing at the bulkiest part of the creature to make sure that he hits. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia turns to Gandt. "Listen to James, Gandt! Maybe we can reason with it." If Lia still has her sword drawn, she will lower it to her side. (Does charm actually force you to assist the charmer?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (No. All Charm does is force you to regard the attacker as a Friendly target. How your character treats a Friendly target is dependent on alignment, but for the most part, you may be inclined to protect or heal the attacker, but you won't harm your real allies) * * * * * "Are you mad? Since when can anyone reason with a zombie?" Kit shouts. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "It knows magic. It must have some intelligence." Lia continues to stand in her spot, looking annoyed.
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chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Round 1 Cont. Grove readies his crossbow and moves into the room with the Naga. ?He takes one glance at it and falls under its spell. Round 2: Lia stands still. Gandt attempts to ?pile on the pain, but only adds to his own frustration as the Naga always seems to be just out of reach. James continues to argue futilely with Kit. Kit moves back into the room, trying to get a shot off. ?He ends up shattering two arrows. The naga again lifts its hand to unleash a magic attack on Gandt. ?This time the half-merrow manages to connect, dealing a decent amount of pain (-24HP). ?The spell fizzles into nothingness. ?"Help me," the naga commands Lia and Grove. Lia and Grove both manage to break free of the charm spell. Grove raises his crossbow and fires. ?The bolt grazes the naga (-2HP) Round 3: Lia casts a spell and tries to squeeze past Gandt to touch the Naga. ?She takes a rather nasty bite for her troubles (-17HP). ?A sudden pain in her stomach makes her groan (-1 con; poisoned). Gandt tries to hit the naga again, and this time he does. ?(-23HP) ?He starts as he realizes the zombie appearance is an illusion, causing his followup attack to go wide. James tries to run past Kit, who trips him neatly, sending him sprawling to the ground. ?Kit then quickly fires another pair of arrows. ?One of the arrows shatters against the wall, while the second shatters against Gandt's armor. The naga again raises its hand to cast a spell. ?Gandt slips as he tries to counter attack, leaving himself open to the blast. ?Shard's of Gandt's armor go flying as he the full brunt of the blow in the chest (-24HP). ?James, being prone can do little more than grunt as the lightning rips across this body (-29HP), while Kit skillfully cartwheels out of the path of the lightning. Grove fires another bolt. ?This one strikes home, blowing out the back of naga's skull. ?As it does so the illusion spell fades, revealing the corpse of a spirit naga, about 2 feet to the left of where Gandt thought it was. EXP: Grove 925, everyone else 720 Status: Lia: -17HP, -1 con, poisoned Gandt: -35HP James: -29HP Kit: -4 arrows Grove: -3 bolts (Actions?) "That hurt," James says as he rubs the burn marks on his stomach. ?"Grove? ?Do you have any more of that healing magic?" Gandt expresses his desire to be healed as well. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia casts Delay Poison on herself. She will spend whatever healing spells she has left to help cure the party. "It's getting close to dawn and I need to prepare. ?I suggest we find a quiet place to hole up until I can renew my spells." Spell prep change: Wind Wall > Neutralize Poison After spell preparation, Lia will cast NP on herself. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia casts her spell. (Poison delayed for 5 hours). "I don't think that's wise," James says to Lia. "I'm afraid if I stop to rest I'm going to fall asleep. I'd rather get this job done and then we can take the time to rest." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Were Kit's attack rolls so good he missed a lot, or was it just bad rolls? Is Gandt's armor badly damaged now?) * * * * * Kit grinds his teeth as he begins counting the arrows he has left in his quiver. Once that is done, he'll kick the body of the naga, then examine the pools of water. He wants to see if its drinkable (and possibly stumbe on treasure, of course). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (The naga was under the effects of the displacement spell, so she had concealment against attacks. The arrow that hit Gandt though was a natural 1, that didn't roll high enough to penetrate his armor.) Gandt checks out his armor. He assures Kit that the damage is mostly superficial and the armor should grow back in another day or so. The water flows from the mouthes of carved babboon heads and is rather murky, so much so that Kit cannot see the bottom of the pools. The water doesn't smell bad, it just looks kind of muddy. On top of each babboon head is a valve that could possibly be used to turn the water off. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will stir the water a bit with an arrow and see if it bumps anything within the pools. If he does discover something, he'll turn the valves, then check out what's underwater. He won't stick his bare hands in the water. He will cover them up first, but again, only if he finds something in the water. Otherwise, he won't bother. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia scowls at James, but doesn't argue, for now. She hopes that we can finish this before she really needs to meditate. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit stirs the water. It makes a pleasant little swirlling pattern of muck, but doesn't hit anything. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove takes out his wand and administers healing to everybody. He offers another delay poison spell to Lia, if she should require it and even offering to use a future neutralize poison, is she should require it as well. (Probably aren't any immediate actions that'll get me 1490 exp tounge2.gif ) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "I would rather sleep with beasts than rest in this cursed place. Let's just get this done as quickly as possible." Kit will turn the valves anyway, then he will do a quick visual search of the bones for treasure (somebody with a high Search check has to start doing this). After that, he'll examine the door at the end of the room. He will try to Listen for anything on the other side of the door, then he'll open it and scout ahead about 20 paces or so, unless he hears something nasty. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove taps Lia twice, healing almost all her injuries (+16HP). ?He taps Gandt several times (+32HP) and James five times (+29HP). James then joins Kit examining the fountains briefly, before returning to the door and listening. ?"It sounds all clear," he says to Gandt, then tries to push on the door. Kit turns the valve atop the northern fountain, and the water stops pouring from the babboon's mouth. The pool itself slowly begins to drain. "Interesting," James says, and moves to turn the southern valve. As soon as his hand touches it, the air turns very cold, and large hailstones start raining down from the ceiling. Kit and James get caught in the storm, with both of them getting pummeled something fierce (-26HP). As soon as the storm stops, Grove comes over and starts healing them with his wand. (it takes a total of 8 charges). "Sorry," James says to Kit. Kit begins searching the bone piles while he waits for the water in the northern pool to recede. He finds a +1 spell storing warhammer in one pile and a potion of haste in another. By the time he returns to the pools, the northern pool has drained completely, revealing silt, bones and an right handed iron ape paw. Kit spots a small copper rod beside the paw and retrieves them both with Gandt's help. Wiping the rod off reveals several runes that appear to be elvish. Lia reads the runes and realizes the rod is a lesser silent metamagic rod. After Kit listens and the doors and doesn't hear anything, Gandt forces the doors open, straining to do so. "It must be the lack of sleep," he says. In the room beyond the doors stand two large statues made of iron, and depicting hulking simian fiends. Each statue reaches out towards the far doors with one arm which is missing a hand. The one on the left is missing its right hand, and the one on the right its left. The far doors are large, carefully carved with the images of ape demons and burning landscapes. Kit and James enter the room and slowly and methodically make their way across, searching for traps. They end at the door, and after a few moments of listening and searching declare it clear as well. Gandt comes over and tries to open the doors, but they won't budge. "They must be locked," he says. (Actions? Updated Map) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 I suppose Gandt should take the Haste potion. That hammer is a big find for Grove as long as he uses it for healing spells. Kit gives James a tired look after the trap goes off. "Just...stand somewhere else, okay?" Kit will go back and grab that iron paw they found, then hand it to Gandt for installation into the statue. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt takes the hand and looks at Kit with a little bit of suspicion. "Somebody has to be the guinea pig," he says and places the hand on the statue. It clicks into place and Gandt finds he's holding his breath. He lets it out slowly then takes a step back. "I guess we need the other paw," he says finally. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit suddenly realizes how tired he is and sighs. "This doesn't get any easier, does it? All right, let's get to it. We'll search in pairs. Who will join me in searching the areas we've already seen?" Kit narrows his eyes at James. "Not you." Once Kit gets somebody to join him, he will return to the blood-pool room and go over every area they have visited until he finds the other paw. Kit will also suggest somebody with gauntlets check out the other pool of water. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia offers to go with Kit to search. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt and James return to the pool, while Kit and Lia return to the blood room. After James determines the magical trap on the southern valve appears to have been a one shot deal, they turn the valve and watch the pool begin to drain. Kit and Lia cover every inch of the blood pool room, even searching the pool of blood itself. After finishing that they turn their attention to the throne room. It doesn't take Kit long to spot scuff marks on the floor, indicating the throne has been moved recently. Lia comes to help investigate and notices an oddity on the wall behind the throne. Moving quickly she springs the release and the door slides open, revealing a small alcove and two treasure chests. Kit examines them, determining that they are locked but apparently free of traps. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Finally," Kit exclaims as he begins fiddling with the chests. He's getting a little too impatient to call James for magic checks, so he just begins attempting to unlock the chests. He will duck away from the chest when he actually opens it in case there are traps within. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia gives Kit room to work on the chests, searching and keeping guard from any surprises, from the outside anyway. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove keeps hiw wand at the ready in case his newfound chums have any more mishaps. (From my reading of spell storing, it seems like I have to hit something for the effect to trigger. So would it make more sense to have, like, Searing Light saved into it, or would I just use nonlethal damage for a strike on a companion with a cure spell or something?) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (I would think you could simply "tap" an ally to use the spell if you wanted to.) Kit moves to the chest on the right, grabs the lock and using his dagger wiggles and twists and jerks on it until it pops open. Then using his dagger he flips the lid of the chest open while tumbling backwards. He waits a few seconds, and after deciding its safe, he stands up to see what's in the chest. His eyes light up as he sees a large number of gold and silver coins (2000 gp and 3000 sp), a left handed ape paw, a buckler and a wand. The buckler has several soft glowing runes on it (+1 buckler), while the wand has one word carved into it in common, "aid". Kit grabs the buckler and straps it on his arm in place of his old buckler. He hands the wand and the ape paw to Lia before turning to the other chest. It takes several minutes to pop the lock on this chest, as it proves to be a bit more stubborn than the other. He again flips the lid open while tumbling away, which proves extremely beneficial, as a ball of fire comes roaring out of the chest. Kit manages to avoid the flames, while Lia, safely behind the wall in the throne room likewise avoids getting burnt. The chest itself is reduced to a pile of ashes. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia hears something so she looks in to see. ?She sees the pile of ashes and sighs... not quite hiding her amusment since Kit wasn't actually hurt. "No traps, huh? ?At least you're quick." ?Lia looks over the coins on the other chest, muses over the finds and then turns her attention to the wand. ?She tries to figure out what it is. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Thanks to the handy label on the wand, Lia knows its a wand of aid that has 50 charges left. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Yay! Just +1, right? And druids don't know the Aid spell. You'll have to give it to Grove) "You can never be too careful," Kit replies before tossing the wand to Lia. "Let's get this paw upstairs." Kit will return to the party with the paw. He will also inform them of the chest he found. He recommends they secure the chest (ie. safely in their pockets) before advancing further. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Taking Kit's advice, the party takes the money, then returns to the room with the monkey statues. Gandt places the paw on the missing arm and twists it into place. As he does so the double doors slowly swing outward, revealing a long hallway beyond. The hall is lit by flaming brands held aloft by iron ape statues placed at even intervals on either side. Each of the ape statues has its head thrown back, as if silently howling at the ceiling above. At the far end of the hall, another pair of double doors, this time made from gleaming copper, stand closes. "More ape statues?" James sighs. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will let Gandt enter first, then he will begin checking the statues for traps. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia offers the wand to Grove. Lia slowly enters the room, looking at the statues. She will examine one for any secrets (closest one in the right). She lets others examine the doors. Lia tries to remember if she has seen these apes before. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt shrugs, and starts into the hallway. He hasn't gone five feet before the first two statues start howling. The noise is loud, but not painful. Gandt steps back, and they stop. "Must be some sort of warning system," James says with a yawn. He moves in close to the one on the left, and it starts screaming again, but he quickly finds the way to disable the noise. He moves across the hall, and that statue starts howling as well. James quickly disables it. Gandt moves in and as he approaches the second pair of statues they too start screaming. "AGGHHH," Gandt yells as he bashes one, then the other. The howling stops as the statues are smashed. "That felt good." He moves forward, and smashes the next pair almost before they begin howling. Moments later he stands in front of the door. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 *shrug* They probably know we're here now. Gandt should just open the door. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove gratefully accepts the wand. He'll then wait for Gandt to open the doors and hope that there won't be any more surprises. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia draws her bow, then nods that she's ready. She faces the door, about the middle of the room on the left.
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chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt throws the doors open, revealing a huge room watched over by five hideous statues. To the east and west stand two towering demonic ape statues in alcoves, facing a roaring fire pit in the room's center. On the opposite side of the room is an even larger stone statue. Possessing the stout, stylized body of an ape, this statue has two stone tentacles where each of its arms should be. Sprouting from its shoulders are two fanged babboon heads. The statue lords over the room from a great dias, its faces frozen in rage. The walls of the room are 40 feet tall, and the ceiling rises to a height of 50 feet directly over the fire. The smaller statues are each 8 feet tall, while the larger statue is 12 feet tall. The fire pit itself is five feet deep, while the fires roar up to a height of 10 feet. The unconcious form of Urol is dangling 40 feet above the fire pit from chains linked to a wench on the east wall. The rest of the room appears empty, but before the party can act the winch suddenly begins unwinding, dropping Urol 5 feet towards the flames. (New Map) "Get to the winch," James orders. Init: Kit: 9 James: 7 Grove: 4 Lia: 3 Gandt: 2 Winch: 1 Actions? Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 How wide is the fire pit? Could Gandt simply reach out and grab him? "This is too simple. There has to be something else going on," Kit will draw his bow and do a quick scan of the room for enemies. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (The pit is 10 feet by 20 feet. Each square on the map represents 5 ft. Gandt could theoretically reach out and grab him, once he was low enough.) Round 1 Start: Kit draws his bow and goes very silent. He doesn't see or hear anything in the room, other than the fire. A strong force suddenly rips control of the animated shield away from Gandt. It dances about 5 feet away from him. Gandt suddenly grunts in pain as a Bar-Lgura appears before him and strikes him with her claws (-16HP). Just as quickly the Bar-Lgura disappears in a puff of smoke, nearly pulling Gandt along with her. James sprints past Gandt and across the room, avoiding the fire pit. He stops at the winch. (Grove?) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove draws and loads his crossbow before he enters into the room. When he sees the Bar-Lgura materialize again he'll try firing at it. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will switch back to his rapier and stay close to Gandt. He will Ready an action with the condition that the next time the Barigura appears, he will strike it. Kit will travel with Gandt. In the meantime, Kit also suggests Gandt ignore any enemies that appear and focus on getting to the fire pit to catch Urol in case something goes wrong with the winch. Kit will accompany him. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove readies his crossbow, and then waits. Lia readies her bow, and then waits. Gandt wrestles with this tower shield until he gets it back under control. The winch unwinds a little farther, dropping Url down another 5 feet. Round 2: Kit draws his rapier and moves to stand in front of Gandt. A Bar-Lgura appears next to Gandt, and strikes him with her claws. One of them digs deep (-11HP) while the second bounces off of his armor. Lia and Grove unleash their weapons. Both strike (-12HP). The second Bar-Lgura appears next to Kit and attacks him. He gets hit by one claw as well (-12HP). James reaches up and locks the winch in place. Gandt strikes out furiously at the Bar-Lgura, he pounds the Bar-Lgura something fierce (-34HP). The Winch lock holds. Init and Status: Kit: 9 (-12HP) Bar-Lgura: 8 (-46HP) Grove: 8 Lia: 8 James: 7 Gandt: 2 (-27HP) Winch: 1 (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will flank the Barigura Gandt just ravaged and sneak attack it. If he has to Tumble to do this, he will. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia will continue to use her bow on enemies as they appear (or don't disappear). (What spells do I have left?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (This should be the last update until Monday, I would guess: I believe you have the following spells left: Purify Food and Drink Detect Poison Resistance: Subject gains +1 bonus on saving throws. Guidance: +1 on one attack roll, saving throw, or skill check. Know Direction: You discern north. Lv. 1: Cure Light Wounds: 1d8+1/caster level (max 5) Lv. 2: Flaming Sphere: Creates rolling ball of fire, 2d6 damage, lasts 1 round/level. Chill Metal: Cold metal damages those who touch it. Lv. 3: Cure Moderate Wounds: Cures 2d8 damage +1/level (max +10). Wind Wall: Deflects arrows, smaller creatures, and gases. and Detect Poison: Detects poison in one creature or small object. Detect Magic: Detects spells and magic items within 60 ft. Read Magic: Read scrolls and spellbooks. Lv. 1: Obscuring Mist, Mage Armor) Round 3: Kit tumbles past the Bar-Lgura's and into flanking position. He attacks, plunging his rapier deep into the Bar-Lgura. It collaspes dead. (+1 kill). The remaining Bar-Lgura disappears, pulling Kit along with her. They reappear on behind the fire, with Kit next to the pit. The roaring flames burn Kit rather badly (-6HP) and he can feel is clothing catching fire. Grove moves into the room and fires when he spots the Bar-Lgura on the other side of the fire. The bolt hits solidly (-8HP). Lia fires as well, but she can't tell where the arrow went after it passed the flames. James circles the fire pit, runs up on the edge of the dias and attacks the Bar-Lgura. Unfortunately, its a rather pathetic attack that the Bar-Lgura easily dodges. Gandt moves forward and stops just short of the burn zone around the pit. (Since Kit is burning, any change in actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (laugh? ^.~) (Next week is E3. I'll be around in morning/evenings.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">They reappear on behind the fire, with Kit next to the pit.</div> (I'm kind of confused about where Kit is. Does this mean he is in the bonfire? On it? Did he get pulled next to the pit and then fall in or is he just standing very close to the fire? Did he get a Reflex save? Was his Fire Resistence included in the damage total? I need to know because if Kit is just a little too close to the fire, I don't see how a little bit of fire can overcome his Fire Res. and superior Reflex saves long enough in the following rounds for him to care. Kit would likely continue fighting-Tumble behind the Barigura and execute Acrobatic Backstab-instead of worrying about the fire. Now if he's actually IN the bonfire, that's different. He would likely try to get out as quickly as possible, in the direction of the party) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Kit is not in the bonfire, just right next to it. ?There was a save to avoid catching fire, which Kit rolled a 1 on. ?The damage is 2d6 from the flames, Kit's fire resistance nullified 5 of the damage.) Round 4: Kit tumbles past the Bar-Lgura, making it look rather foolish as he does so. ?He strikes twice but the Bar-Lgura manages to dance out of the way. ?Kit's clothing continues to burn, but his flesh remains unharmed. The Bar-Lgura teleports away from Kit and James. ?It reappears next to the winch and removes the lock. ?Once again Urol starts lowering. (30 feet above the flames now). ? Grove fires his crossbow, and Lia her bow. ?Both projectiles simply bounce off the Bar-Lgura. James pursues the Bar-Lgura. ?Again he misses. Gandt joins the fray, hitting the Bar-Lgura hard (-23HP). Round 5: Kit masterfully runs around the flames, leaps over James, and litterally appears to run along the wall as he avoids the Bar-Lgura and lands smoothly behind it. ?He turns and strikes twice with a flourish, although his blade only barely nicks the Bar-Lgura (-6HP). ?The back of Kit's pants and shirt have nearly been consumed by the flames. The Bar-Lgura vanishes again, nearly taking James with her. ?She reappears on the opposite of the fire pit. Grove fires another crossbow bolt. ?Again he hits, and this time actually manages to scratch the Bar-Lgura (-1HP). Lia fires an arrow, but it misses wide, shattering against the wall behind the Bar-Lgura. James stops the winch. Gandt pursues the Bar-Lgura around the fire pit. ?He manages to close the distance and strike, killing the Bar-Lgura. (+1 kill). ********************** At that instant, the fire in the fire pit seems to boil and leap with a life of its own, before streaming into the larger statue, plunging the room in the darkness. As Lia fumbles to get her lantern unhooded, James, Kit and Gandt can see the statue begin to shake and quiver. ?A dull thud sounds from the rear of the room, as the doors slam shut. "This is not good," James says, making perhaps the greatest understatement of his life. (Currently it is dark. ?Grove and Lia cannot see. ?Grove's light spell faded a while back.) Init: Lemorian Golem: 14 Kit: 9 (-18HP, clothes burning) Grove: 8 Lia: 8 James: 7 Gandt: 2 (-27HP) Winch: 1, currently stopped; height: 30 ft (Forgot the link to the updated: Map Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "No kidding," Kit will want to put that fire out now, lest he make like a Monty Python sketch and perform the next part of ?his adventuring career with his bare bum showing. When that is done, Kit will see if Grove can do a bit of healing before the nasty stuff starts. I would suggest prepping everyone with that Aid wand. "James, do you still have that magical spear we found earlier?" Kit asks. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (It's not on anyone's character sheet, although I thought I put it on Kit's when we first got it. I believe it was a +1 spear. I'll try and track it down.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (I just assumed it got thrown in the community chest like everything else. Sure it's bulky, but it's still worth a lot of money) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (No, I specifically remember someone asking to see it, so I put it on their character sheet. Maybe they gave it back and I just forgot to put it in the CC. I'm trying to track down exactly where it was that we found it.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia will continue to get her lamp working, then needs to know what she can see. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (For the benefit of everyone else, the spear was located in the possession of Amelia) Round 6: The Golem continues shaking. ?It appears it is taking a bit to animate. ?As each second passes, more and more of it flexes to life. Kit hurriedly puts out the fire. Grove waits in the dark while Lia fiddles with her lantern. ?She finally gets the hood off and the room is once again filled with light (Lia and Grove see what everyone else sees now, namely, that the statue is coming to life. ?Lia, from her position, cannot see the smaller statues on left side of the room.) Grove runs over to Gandt and taps him with the wand. ?(+1 attack bonus +8 temporary Hit Points). James begins casting a spell. ?As he finishes a tower shield sized, dim blue disc of energy appears beform him. ?He then sheathes his daggers. Gandt decides he can't wait for the Golem to come to him, so he moves towards it, stopping 10 feet away. The Winch Holds. Round 7: The golem continues to rumble and grown and writhe. ?It's upper torso seems completely mobile now. Kit hangs back. Lia fires an arrow, but misses. Grove moves over to Kit and taps him with the wand (+1 attack bonus, +5 temp HP). James readies his cross bow and fires. ?A perfectly worthless attack. Gandt Attacks! ?It's a solid hit, but it barely does anything more than scratch the Golem (-10HP). ?Gandt follows up with another attack, and again he hits the Golem, this time with a little bit more umph (-17HP). The Winch Holds. Round 8: The Golem comes complete free of its stone form, and attacks Gandt all in the same motion. ?The first tentacle goes wide, while the next two streak through Gandt's defenses (-9HP (-1HP after temp hit points), -11HP), and the last bounces harmlessly off of Gandt's shield. "I could use a little help here," Gandt grunts. ? (Actions for Kit? ?Lia? ?Grove?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Tentacle? Is it not just another monkey statue? And how big is the golem?) * * * * * Kit turns to James. "Let's get Urol down. We may have to make a run for it. Hold on, big guy!" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 ("On the opposite side of the room is an even larger stone statue. Possessing the stout, stylized body of an ape, this statue has two stone tentacles where each of its arms should be. Sprouting from its shoulders are two fanged babboon heads. The statue lords over the room from a great dias, its faces frozen in rage." and later "the larger statue is 12 ft tall." This is the statue that has come to life.) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove uses the Aid wand on himself and then draws his warhammer to help Gandt against the statue. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Since Myst is away at E3....) Round 8 cont... Kit unlocks the winch and starts turning. ?He lowers Urol 15 feet. Grove taps himself with the wand (+1 attack bonus, +7 temp HP). ?He then readies his warhammer. Lia moves up across the room and behind Gandt. James moves over to be prepared to catch Urol. Gandt continues his attack on the Golem. ?He hits it once, but it doesn't seem to be affected much (-17HP). Round 9: The Golem lays into Gandt, and at the same time lets out a terrifying howl from its right head. ?Gandt manages to avoid 2 of the tentacles (-13HP, -12HP) and shakes off the effects of the howl as well. ?Lia doesn't fair as well (shaken: 5 rounds). ?James and Grove do not appear affected. ?Kit is effected, but not as much as Lia (shaken: 1 round). ?Urol moans. Kit turns the winch lowers Urol down to ground level. Grove shouts a prayer to Pelor and assaults the Golem. ?He takes a tentacle across his face for his efforts, and feels the skin around the wound fester and decay (-11HP, -1Con). ?It's enough of a distraction to cause him to get hit by another tentacle (-10HP) although this one does not have the same effect. ?A third tentacle whacks him in the side, and again he feels the flesh decay (-14HP, -2 con). ?Then the golem stumbles slightly as he slips on the edge of the dias. ?Gandt strikes quickly, but the strike is nothing to write home about (-8HP). ?"Get back you fool!" he orders. ?Grove swings his warhammer smacking the golem in the thigh (-9HP). Lia casts a spell on Gandt. ?Several of his wounds close (+19HP) James grabs Urol and drags him to the ground beside the pit. Gandt swings as hard as he can, hoping to finish off the golem. ?Unfortunately he misses completely. Init and Status: Lemorian Golem: 14 (-61Hp, Howls used: 1 of 2) Kit: 9 (-18HP, +1 attack, +5 temp HP, shaken 1 round) Grove: 8 (-28HP, -3con (effectively lowers his max HP to 44, +1 attack) Lia: 8 (shaken: 5 rounds) James: 7 Gandt: 2 (-45HP, +1 attack) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 With Urol dealt with, Kit will move on the golem and Tumble past its defenses. In the next round, he will strike it twice while Dodging it. If the golem is still standing in the following round, Kit will attempt to climb up the golem's back for some Shadow of the Collossus action. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Reeling from the golem's assault, Grove decides to leave the melee combat to Gandt. Now he'll try to move behind Gandt and cast Cure Critical Wounds on him. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Round 9: The Golem attacks again, this time opening by howling with its left head. Gandt, Lia and James easily shake off the effects but Grove becomes shaken (5 rounds) while Kit becomes panicked (4 rounds). The Golem then focuses his attacks on Gandt. Only one blow manages to slide past his defenses (-15HP). Kit drops his rapier and flees to the door. He tries to open them, but finds it locked. Grove backs away from the Golem prompting the Golem to strike. The first tentacle hits (-13HP) while Grove manages to deflect the second. The third hits Grove and drops him (-12HP). (Grove is currently at -9 HP). Lia steps around Gandt and taps Grove with her wand. Gandt's eyes flutter open (currently stabalized at -2HP). James moves to here Lia. Gandt attacks, but only one of his attempts connects with the golem (-13HP) Round 10: The Golem attacks Gandt with all its fury. The first strike connects, bringing Gandt to his knees (-14HP). The second and third strikes miss, while the fourth and final tentacle hits, killing Gandt. Kit pounds on the doors, trying to escape. Grove crawls away from the Golem, provoking an attack that somehow misses the cleric entirely. Lia taps Grove again with her wand. (+8 HP). Desperate times call for desperate measures, and she sends Tamaska in to attack. The wolf actually manages to bite the golem, but it doesn't appear to do any damage. James runs in to attack the golem, daggers flashing. The first cuts the golem rather well (-7HP) while the second is deflected away. Round 11: The Golem turns its fury toward James. The first tentacle lashes James pretty good (-15HP) while the second misses. The third hits James hard again (-15HP) but on the fourth attack the golem stumbles, the damage on its form finally taking its toll. James strikes, burying his magical dagger deep in the golems side. There's a flash for fire and light, and the golem falls to the ground, motionless. Immediately the air seems fresher, and the atmosphere less oppressive. James collapses backwards. "We did it," he gasps. EXP: Gandt: 1410 Grove: 1680 (Level up!) James: 1410 Lia: 1280 (Level up!) Kit: 1410 (Actions? Gandt is dead as a door nail, btw) Status: Gandt: Dead Grove: -38HP, -3con James: -30HP Lia: fine Kit: -18HP Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 When Kit calms down, he will recover his rapier and examine the carnage. Looking down at Gandt, he gives the rest of the party a pointed look. "You want to bury him too? Because he's going to be tough as hell to carry." Unless there is anything else to do here, Kit will suggest the party leave and rest. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia sees the battle come to an end and rushes to Gandt's side, trying to do anything she can to try and revive him (to no avail I presume). She will slowly stand up, take a deep breath, not quite holding back some tears. She finds herself almost unable to move, exhasted physically and emotionally. She stands there, simply looking down at Gandt. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt blinks his eyes and looks up at Lia in amazement. "I didn't know you cared...." he says. "Uh, did we win? Boy, I have a killer headache." (After talking to TG, I decided that it was decidely unfair to kill Gandt off with Soulweaver not here so I reclassified him as "dying" and Lia's TLC saved him.) "Glad to have you back among the living," James says. He then walks around the pit to Urol and gently wakes the gnome. Urol babbles on and on for several minutes before finally recovering his wits. He thanks the party profusely and apologizes for his behavior during the trip. He even makes a joke about Kit's pants. (At this point, I'm going to assume the party exits the temple.) Exiting the temple, the party is amazed to find the fog lifted, and an early morning sun shining brightly through the canopy of trees. Amelia, Lirith, and Avner are all still sleeping. Grove and Lia rest long enough to swap out their remaining spells for healing spells and Gandt converts his spells to healing spells as well to get the party back into shape. They sleep off and on over the next 24 hours, regaining their strength before turning south and heading out of the swamp. As they travel, they can already tell the swamp seems to be draining, the ground becoming more solid and the trees and wildlife less mutated, as if somehow being healed with the destruction of the Golem. At the end of the first days journey, the party arrives at a trail. It's poorly maintained, but its obvious its more than just a game trail. The party sets up camp here at the head of the trail. (Bebop: Does Grove tell the party about the Tanaroa village and its customs/people at this point?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Rewind for a sec: during the day the party rests, Kit will conduct a quick search of the formerly tainted area, its temples, pyramids, etc. for treasure. I suppose he'll ask Lia for Tamaska's assistance. Sometime during the day, he'll approach Tamaska while the rest of the party is out of earshot. "Hey, did Lia ever tell you how I used to paint your predecessor?" * * * * * Kit will scout the trail for a bit with, once again, Tamaska's help if he can get it. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 When Gandt recovers. Grove praises Pelor in all his mercy. "I've lost enough companions to last me many lifetimes, I could not stand to lose one more." When they approach the trail, Grove will inform the party of the matriarchal structure of the Tanaroa. He'll suggest that Amelia lead the way and greet the village chiefs. His face turns grim as he speaks of his village. "I'm not sure how they'll react to my survival, being the only man left alive. Hopefully, they are more grateful about our hand in helping to subside the pestilence infecting the land."
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Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia blushes as Gandt awakens. She's unable to come up with anything to say, so she just makes sure he's able to move and is coherent before tending to Tamaska to look busy. Once they rest, she uses her spell to remove her poison, then spend the time necessary for critter fusion. Lia allows Kit to borrow Tamaska. She will allow this as long as Kit causes him no harm. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit and Tamaska search, but they're unable to find anything of any real use (a few old bones, random scraps of cloth, a broken sword hilt, some bits and pieces of what might be weapons, but Kit can't identify them.) ******************** "Me?" Amelia asks. "Well, I guess I could do it." ******************** Kit and Tamaska search the trail. It doesn't take long for them to find signs of some large animals. Kit thinks the tracks look familar, like giant chicken tracks. There are some older tracks as well, of a large party of humanoids traveling north, toward the fogmire. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (We can catch a chocobo!) * * * * * Kit will return to the party and inform them of what he found. "It's probably nothing. At this point, I'd welcome an attack from a beast over the stuff we've fough lately. Let's press on." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit returns to the party just as the sun is setting. He describes his findings as the party watches the sun set, sending fiery tendrils across the horizon. The sight is amazing to behold, one of nature's most pure beauties. Grove is the first to hear sound of approaching beasts from the east. Lia picks up on the sudden quietness of the forest, and Tamaska lets out a low growl. About that time a group of three terror birds burst from the treeline (30 feet from the party). Init: Gandt: 19 Lia: 18 Kit: 17 Grove: 16 James: 13 Terror Birds: 8 (Grove and Lia can act in the surprise round.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit will let the birds approach, engage Gandt, then he will flank and backstab whatever Gandt is attacking. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia will cast Dominate Animal on the closest Terror bird (should be in range). If successful, tell it to attack the one next to it. If not, fire up produce flame and toss a fireball at it instead. Tamaska is to hold position next to Lia and defend it if something comes in range. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove casts Bless on himself and the party and then will move in to try and set up a flank against one of the terror birds. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Surprise round: Lia casts her spell. The lead terror bird instantly stops in its tracks, and looks at Lia quizically. Grove casts his spell. The warm glow of divine blessings settle overs the party. The lead terror bird turns and attacks its mates. It scores a light scratch. (-7HP). The other two terror birds turn and attack the dominated bird. Surprisingly, they both miss.. Round 1: Gandt charges forward, eager to bash some heads. It looks spectacular from a distance, but ends up not doing too much damage (-26HP, -2dex). Lia and Tamaska hold their positions. Lia seems content to let the bird wreck havoc. Kit moves up to get himself in flanking position next round. Grove charges into the fray. He targets the same bird Gandt hit, and hits it but not too hard (-4HP). James fires a bolt. It slams into the third bird (-5HP). The dominated bird attacks the most wounded bird. It scratches it pretty good (-8HP) but not quite enough to kill it. The injured bird withdraws. The remaining terror bird decides now is a good time to withdraw as well. Lia orders the last bird to flee, and it does so as well: EXP: Lia: 300, rest: 360 "Stupid birds," Urol says. ***************************** The rest of the night passes uneventfully and morning brings a brief rain shower that turns the trail quite muddy. The morning travel proceeds rather peacefully, with only the occasional small game visible. Once, somewhere off to the northwest the party hears the cry of a large dinosaur, but other than the mud (and Avner's complaining about the mud) the journey is quite enjoyable. Around noon, Kit notices some natives shadowing the party a short distance off the trail. (+25XP) (Action for Kit?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Keno, have you been using Kit's mini-sheet?) * * * * * "A few bushmen are trailing us," Kit announces. "Grove, are these the guys we're looking for? Maybe you should talk to them." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove puts his weapons away and instructs the rest of the party to follow suit. He'll then carefully approach them to see if he can recognize any of the party members following them. Either way, he'll announce who he is to the natives and try to succinctly explain their situation. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 The party comes to an uneasy stop, and watch the treeline as Grove appears to talk to the trees in Olman. ?A few moments after he stops, several bushwomen appear from both sides of the trail, surrounding the party. ?A tall, beautiful woman then rides out on a velociraptor. ?Grove immediately recognizes the woman as Acaxochitl, one of the best warriors the Tanaroa have. ?She eyes the party up and down, then turns to Lia and Amelia. "Why do you let this male speak for you? ?And what has happened to the war party he accompanied?" Unfortunately, she's speaking Olman and neither Lia nor Amelia can understand her. "What did she say?" Amelia asks. Grove quickly translates. "Tell her we were travelling on a ship to Farshore, when a storm blew us off course and caused our ship to run aground far to the north. ?Ask if we may pass through." ?Amelia thinks for a bit more, "Oh, and ask if we can resupply." Grove translates, and Acaxochitl listens patiently. "And what of the warriors that went with you, male?" Acaxochitl demands, again in Olman. Grove takes a deep breath and explains what happened. ?Acaxochitl at first fumes with anger, but as she listens to Grove, she slowly calms down. "I see," she says at last. ?"Come, we will escort you to the village." ?She then motions to Lia and Amelia. ?"I can understand a little of your tongue. ?Come, walk with me, I would hear your version of the tale this male weaves." (Actions? I should point out that the Tanaroa warriors currently think Lirith is a male based on her style of dress and short cropped hair.) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove motions for Lia and Amelia to follow Acaxochitl. After those three are ahead a bit, he'll motion the others to follow him, unless the other bushwomen do the leading. When Amelia passes by he'll whisper, "Be polite and respectful, but don't show weakness. Strength and confidence are respected highly amongst the Tanaroa." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Amelia gives Grove a curt nod, but seems to be waiting for Lia to take the lead. James makes a move to join the women at the front of the group, but a couple stares from the Tanaroans makes him change his mind. "Are the women always this rude?" he asks Grove, whispering so as not to be heard. "She should be addressing me," Avner grumbles. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Bushwomen? My, what a lovely correction," Kit chuckles to himself. When he gets a view of Acaxochitl, he is a little dumbstruck. He stares at her while she speaks to Grove and Amelia, and allows his gaze to follow her as she moves ahead of the party. He even forgets Lirith is standing there. When Avner grumbles, Kit gives him a nudge. "She is addressing you...appropriately." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 With a huff, Lirith stomps away from Kit, to walk beside Gandt. Several of the warriors view the exchange with some bewilderment Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia approaches the leader slowly, then confirms what Grove said, as well as adding a little bit about their lost ship, filling in why they happened to be traveling as they are. She makes no mention of their last adventure at this time. She does try and see if the woman is understanding and taking what she says as genuine. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Acaxochitl listens to Lia, several times asking her to repeat certain parts of the story, as if she's not quite understanding the language. When Lia finishes she nods as if thinking to her self, before speaking. "The jungle can be very dangerous. Between the dinosaurs, gargoyles and... well, things left best unsaid... I'm surprised you were able to make it this far. Your band must be very brave warriors indeed." She then glances over at Gandt and lowers her voice, whispering so only Lia and Amelia can hear her. "Tell me, what kind of creature is that." Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia whispers back in kind, deciding to play the role as leader for the group for now. "He is half-man, half ogre. He serves us well on our journeys." Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Ogre? Oh, I had hoped perhaps he was simply a large man. With those muscles, he could produce strong warriors, but if he's a half-ogre, he's just as likely to breed idiots." Acaxochitl seems generally disappointed to learn about Gandt's heritage. Lia gets the impression that the woman had hoped to "breed" him herself. Savage Tide Info chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 The party and their escort continue down the trail, which widens and becomes better maintained as they progress south. A couple hours later they arrive at a large wooden wall (think King Kong) with a smaller gate set in the base. Several shapes can be seen moving about and behind the wall. Acaxochitl shouts something in Olman, and moments later the gate slowly opens. Grove knows that Acaxochitl said, "It is I, Acaxochitl returned from the hunt." "This way," Acaxochitl orders. Inside the wall there are numerous huts and gardens and even a small orchard. A large number of Olman women, men, and children seem hard at work at their everyday lives. Only a few glance up at the mention of "strangers". Acaxochitl turns to one of the warriors that accompanied her, says a few words in Olman ("Show them to the guest huts") then turns to Lia and Amelia. "Huixtocihuatl will show you where you may stay. I must go and speak with the Circle of Mothers" With that she leaves, and Huixtocihuatl shows the party to a set of huts, near the orchard. She indicates the left most hut is for the women, while the men can share the other two. "Water, meats, cheeses and fruits will be brought later," she says before departing. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Breeding? Did I hear something about breeding?" Kit looks at Gandt and laughs. "Well! It looks like you're finally going to get lucky, big guy! At least, I think you will. I wasn't too sure what she said...and you still have competition." Getting the vibe of the village, Kit feels it's best not to approach anyone right now. He decides to learn everything he can about Olman women from Grove before making any moves. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia makes herself comfortable in the hut, looking around a bit before settling down. She's not sure what to say to Amelia, who's been oddly quit since that odd night. She tries to open some smalltalk with Amelia before asking what she thinks of this village and the matriarchy style it has. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "What? What? What'd they say?" It's funny how a word like "breeding" tends to carry, even at a whisper. ? Gandt may not have heard what was said, but he did notice that Acaxochitl was eyeing him, and that Lirith had moved to stand next to him. Once out of earshot of the ladies, he nudges Kit. ?"Competition, eh?" he smirks. ?"I think you're losing." ?If he had heard the part about producing idiots, his reaction might have been a bit different. ************************ Once in the hut, Gandt makes himself at home and waits for the food to arrive. ? "Why can't Lia eat with us?" he asks no-one in particular. He really doesn't understand the strictness of Tanaroan society just yet. "So, Grove. ?Tell me more about this Pelor guy you keep talking about." He seems genuinely curious. "And that Ama... Aca... chitl? ?Dinosaur lady, whatever her name is. ?Do you know her or something? ?Is she in charge here?" "And you," he says, jabbing a finger at Avner, "don't do anything stupid this time. ?...In fact, just don't do anything at all. ?Just to be safe." ?For Grove's benefit, Gandt relays the story of when Avner's attempt to purchase a woman got them all kicked out of (place whose name I can't remember). ? When the food does arrive, he jovially invites whoever brings it to sit and eat with them. ?This is a celebratory meal as far as he's concerned, and as such, he brings out the keg of ale (right after warning Avner not to do anything stupid, too ). d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Pelor is my patron god who governs the Sun and restoration. He is a great comfort to those on this isle who live in constant fear of the creature who dwell in the jungle." "Lately, people have begun to lose hope with the already worsening problems on the isle. I fear unless something is done, people may abandon him altogether." After hearing about Avner's indiscretion "If you anger the women of this village, I would have little power to help you. Women carry the leadership roles in my tribe, so it would be best to stay on their good side." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Avner starts to protest, but thinks better of it. Instead he sulks in the corner. Urol busies himself studying the Tanaroan artwork and carvings. Amelia chats politely with Lia. "I miss the sea," she says finally. Lirith seems quite happy to finally be back in civilization. "How long do you think it will take us to get to Farshore?" she asks Lia. *************************************************************************** James is about to pose the same question to Grove when a young male, perhaps 12 years of age bursts into their hut. He looks like a younger version of Grove. "Brother! You're home!" he yells and runs forward to hug Grove. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia ponders Lirith's question. "We've traveled quite far and are close to Farshore now. If we could travel without interruption, we could be in Farshore in two or three days, I believe." Lia asks Amelia a bit more about the sea. How long she's been at sea in her life, some interesting places or adventures, perhaps. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Would Chrono Trigger's Ayla be a fitting comparison for Acax? And isn't Lirith with the men because she looks like one?) * * * * * Kit leans back and gets comfortable in the hut. He taps into Gandt's keg, then settles in. "I sure hope we spend a little more time here. It would be a fitting end to such a perilous journey." When Grove's brother arrives, Kit laughs and raises his mug. "Ah! Siblings! I hope you have a better relationship than I do with mine. Do you have a sister?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (The Tanaroan just set aside the hut for the women. They didn't enforce who entered which huts.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 ((Re: Acax - I myself am imagining her as more of a Grace Jones (but not as scary) or maybe Zhu Rong from Dynasty Warriors (but not as irritating).)) Gandt smiles at the sight of Grove with his brother. When Kit mentions his own siblings, he laughs, ?Good grief, there's more of you?? He turns serious for a moment as he raises his cup. ?To companions lost? and companions gained.? He pauses long enough for this to sink it, then slaps Grove heartily on the back. ?C?mon holy man, drink up!? With that, he?s right back to eating, drinking, and being merry. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit laughs at Gandt's response, then joins Gandt in the toast. "Ah, yes, but not exactly like me. Far more boring in fact. My sister is only interested in making babies and my brothers are little more than farmers. Quite a contrast do the dashing dare-darevil you see today, h
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:32:18 GMT -5
bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove warmly embraces the youth and tries to stave off tears as he does so. "Mecatl, I thought I may never see you again! How have things been since I have been gone. I suppose I shall have to meet Grandmother soon." Grove smiles at Gandt's comment "This is my brother, Mecatl. He and I were raised by my grandmother after my parents died." He then turns back to his brother "Run back to Grandmother's hut and tell her I'll be there soon." After Mecatl leaves he then addresses the party "If you require nothing more of me at the moment, I'll be heading toward my grandmother's hut. I'll be residing there for the meantime, so if you need anything, seek me out and I will take care of it for you." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 James munches on an apple while he listens to the conversations going on around him. "If at all possible, I would like to get going to Farshore no later than the day after tomorrow," he says to Grove. "That should give us enough time to resupply and rest up from the ordeals of the jungle. I would like for you to think about joining us." Urol continues to studying the Tanaroan artwork and workmanship in the hut, completely oblivious to the conversations or food. ********************************************* "It seems like I have spent my entire life at sea," Amelia says to Lia. "It's the only thing I've known, for so long. I've visited a lot of cities and ports along the coast, but this is my first trip to Farshore. Of course, its turning into a disaster." Amelia goes quiet at that point, and Lia gets the idea that there is something other than the current trip on her mind. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia thinks for a moment. "Lirith? Do you want to check on the men and see how they are doing?" If Lirith decides to go, then Lia will try and find out Amelia is thinking about, maybe a person or a specific trip she's thinking about. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "Wha?" Lirith asks through a mouthful of cheese and bread. "Surth, I guennth sthth" She must have agreed to go, for she gathers up some food and leaves the hut. Upon entering the men's hut, she spots the keg Gandt has opened. "Meey pleeth haff summmth" she asks, still trying to chew the cheese and bread. *************************************************************************** Meanwhile, Lia and Amelia continue to talk. Eventually Amelia stands up. "I think I need some fresh air," she says coldly, and leaves the hut. (failed diplomacy check). Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia scowls slightly as Amelia leaves. She waits a few minutes to see if she changes her mind, but then gives up and goes to see what the boys are up to. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt shrugs as Grove leaves, then waves Lirith and Lia in. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Ayla is a good analogy, although Acaxochitl probably isn't quite as wild. TG: Yes, I do use Kit's mini sheet some. Kind of depends if I have my Google Pages account already open or not.) As Grove is on his way to his grandmothers several women stop him and ask him to tell them what happened to their daughters. They seem to be wanting to know whether or not they died in battle or were carried away by the gargoyles. ****************************************************************************** Back in the tent, the eating and drinking continues. It's the first time in a long time the party has had the chance to relax, and they make the most of it. Shortly after dark, Acaxochitl returns. "Honored warriors," she says, addressing Lia and Amelia. "The mothers would like to speak with you." Lia and Amelia join Acaxochitl and walk to the center of the the village to a large hut. Acaxochitl shows them in, but doesn't follow. Inside the hut, a group of seven women sit on benches, around a small fire. The women are all elderly and very wrinkled. However, Lia immediately notices that each one of them appears to be in a trance of some sort. Suddenly, the middle speaks, her voice is surprisingly deep. "Lia Holimion, Ardent one. We have been expecting you. You have done us a great service by destroying the demon within the Fogmire, but your journey, and that of your friends is far from over." As one the Tanaroan women suddenly blink, as if seeing Lia and Amelia for the first time. "Welcome to Tanaroa, women of Farshore," the women farthest to the left says as she stands. Her voice cracks somewhat, and her common is slurred by age. "We wish to thank you for the service you have done for all of the Olman in the Fogmire. While the threats on the isle are still many, at least we can count one less in that number." "Yes," the next woman says. Her voice smoother, but she seems rather weary. "Please, come and sit," the next woman says. "We would hear your names, and the tales of your battles." (Lia?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 As the women depart, Kit rolls his eyes. "Honoured warriors? Gandt, did you hear that? Suddenly you and I aren't even considered warriors anymore," Kit pours himself another drink. Once he has drained his drink, he'll step outside the tent and see if he can find any women that can speak common. "It's been a long time since I've had a night on the town, and there are so many things to choose from here," Kit mumbles half-drunkedly. "Ooh, she looks cute. What's your name?" After he's done courting the woman-like totem carving, he'll move on to some real women. Diplomacy in full force. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lirith sneers in disgust as Kit leaves, but its hard to tell whether she's mad at him or herself. "Pour me another," she says to Gandt, as she hands him her cup. ****************************** Kit stumbles about, and at first he doesn't see any women about, just men returning from different jobs as night descends on the village. He turns, stumbles over a pot he didn't see and would have fallen had someone not suddenly grabbed his arm. He straightens, and finds himself staring down at a tanaroan woman, a few inches shorter than him, carrying a water jar. Her face is plain, but her brown eyes sparkle in the moon light. Her dark hair is cut short. She's wearing a plain green tunic and breeches. "You.. stranger?" she asks, pointing back towards the huts the party is sharing. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit makes a big show of looking as impressive and exotic as possible, and even throws in his "dashing rogue" smile for good measure, but in the end, the only response he can manage is an anti-climatic... "Why, yes." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Gandt has been stacking his collection of used clay cups into a little pyramid. It starts off neat at the bottom, and becomes a precarious mess as more are added to the top. He pours himself and Lirith another if he can manage the manual dexterity to do so. "Bah, not a warrior?" he scoffs at Kit's observation, even though Kit is no longer present. "I've got some friends who say different." He goes about showing off all his battle scars to anyone who will listen, and loudly telling the story behind each. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Lia greets the women with utmost politeness. ?She introduces herself, then takes the ?seat. ?She starts to share the tale of how they came to be here, from the beginning of the departure from Sasserine. ?She will answer any questions they have about the trip, and has one of her own. "When I entered, I was called the Ardent one. ?Are many of the women here part of the Church of the Whirling Fury? ?Are they already aware of what we have done here?" Lia doesn't like the idea of mental possession. ?She wonders how much of what was said is retained with the host. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit: The Olman woman laughs. "That question dumb, right? Please, I... must know. Is it true... did you slay a demon?" Gandt: Lirith takes the glass, and drinks down the ale rather quickly. She burps loudly when she finishes. She then listens closely as Gandt tells about each of his scars. Lia: The women listen to Lia's tale, although its clear they are confused by some parts of the story. Numerous times they stop Lia and have her go back over a certain point or other. It takes nearly two hours for Lia to completely tell the story. The women nod to themselves when Lia finishes. "You have done us a great service," the woman on the far right says to Lia. "Our druids and priests spoke of a group coming to the isle to remove a dangerous threat to our safety. We believe that to be you and your friends." The woman slows, as if choosing her words very carefully. "It has been foretold among our peoples that the calamity that struck our peoples many, many generations ago will come to pass again. The demon in the Fogmire might be a foreshadowing of the calamity... or it simply may not be." "Enough of this depressing talk," the woman beside the previous speaker says. "After much debate, we have decided to provide you and your companions with a token of our gratitude. We will hold the Welcoming ceremony to join you to our Olman family, but first you must give us time to mourn our dead and prepare. We will hold the ceremony in three days time. Then, if the isle is willing, we will send you on your way to Farshore." When Lia asks her questions, the women look at each other nervously. "We know not what you speak of," the woman in the middle answers. "But we are somewhat familiar with Gwynharwyf and her church. Some of our most powerful warriors go through a ceremony that requires the assistance of the church." Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 (Going back a bit) Grove seems excited and yet reserved about James' proposition. "I feel it would be my duty to investigate and help to eliminate the threat on this island, but it would be up to the village elders as to whether or not I can leave the tribe to help you." When approached by the village mothers he informs them that they died fighting valiantly. He doesn't know for sure if they had been killed by the gargoyles, but he would rather give them the closure thinking that they died, rather than agonize over whether their children had been tortured. He continues to his grandmother's hut afterwards. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit beams a triumphant smile. "It was a golem, but I suppose you could call it a demon. So...yes, I did." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Grove: "But of course," James answers. The women seemed satisfied with his answers. Kit: "A... golem?" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "You know...big...giant rock-like monster," Kit makes a show of trying to demonstrate what a golem looks like with his hands. It probably ends up looking more like a ridiculous dance. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 Kit: The young Olman women looks very impressed. She sets down the jug of water and watches Kit carefully. "My name.. Papantzin," she says with a smile. "You must be... clever warrior... beat monster like that." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members July 2008 edited July 2008 "You better believe it," Kit chuckles. He motions towards his rapier, then performs a number Sleight of Hand tricks to impress her (rolled it myself). He performs the tricks with admireable fluidity (Nat 20), but he still ends up blowing the show towards the end as his drunkedness shows (failed drunk check). He probably ends up making himself look like a competent swordsman whose drunken state is currently messing with his agility. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt makes a noise of approval at the impressive burp, then picks up where he left off. He could probably keep talking all night, or at least until he passes out. "So I grabbed the great cat by the tail and I said, I said... ... 'HEY!' He didn't like that very much..." "Shark took a bite out of me, right here. So I made him chew on a fistful of alchemist's fire..." "That was supposed to be a staged fight, but this guy, he was out to make a name for himself..." "...Come on! You all have gotta have a scar or two with a story." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit: Papantzin laughs as Kit performs his swordplay. She seems generally delighted. Gandt: Lirith continues to drink, her eyes becoming ever more glassy as she listens to Gandt tell his stories. "I'm afraid all my scars are emotional ones," Lirith says. Her voice so slurred that Gandt can barely understand what she's saying. She stumbles forward and catches her self on Gandt's arms. "My, what big muscles you have," she slurs. Gandt suddenly realizes that at sometime during his tales, James and Urol both have left the tent. Lia: The women look at Lia, as if expecting more questions. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "Is there anything my friends and I can do to help you prepare?" Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia: The women talk among themselves for a moment before turning back to Lia. "No, we appreciate your offer, but this is something we must handle amongst ourselves." Taking that as a dismissal, Lia bows slightly and leaves the hut. She is surprised to see how late it has gone. The village seems significantly quieter than when we first came to the hut, but here and there she can see guards moving about the huts and the large wall. Lia heads back to the huts. As she approaches, she notices only the middle one has any kind of lighting currently. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia looks for James. First by peeking into the lighted hut, but if he's not there (which he shouldn't be, I think), she will wander the village a bit, seeing if she can spot him. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit stumbles, but manages to regain his balance (nearly failed drunk check). He puts all his toys away, then moves in close to the woman. "How about you and I go back to your place? I can tell you about my adventures there." 23 Diplomacy check. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (You are going straight to hell, you know that, right? 8X.gif) Gandt catches her. Looks her over. Runs his hand through her hair. It's pretty clear where Lirith is going with this. And he's sort of okay with that. But... If he has a modicum of self-restraint left, he can't allow this to go far because of Lirith's current state. ...Well, not too far, at least. There's nothing morally objectionable about second base as far as he's concerned. (He's cursing his good alignment right now, while I'm thanking the stars for it. But restraint might require some kind of check, since he is quite drunk...?) If he doesn't have a modicum of self-restraint left, well... this is a celebration about being alive, after all. If that's the case, only a timely interruption by Lia can stop him from doing something disastrously stupid. (So, how much alcohol does it take before Gandt starts looking pretty, anyway? biggrin.gif ) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit: Papantzin frowns at Kit's drunkness. "I think... you need food. Come! I will... dinner to eat you.... no, that not right.... I cook you for dinner! No, no" she then says something in Olman that Kit has can't understand. "I sorry. It hard for me to say your words," she finally adds in common. Lia: Lia looks inside the tent and sees Gandt and Lirith happily drinking and discussing battle scars. She checks the other tents for James, but after not finding him, asks Tamaska to track him down. The wolf happily bounds away, with Lia following. Lia follows Tamaska a short distance and finds Urol and James talking to two Tamaroans. Judging from their dress, Lia guesses that they are druids. Urol appears to be asking them questions about their culture, but the two parties seem to be having difficulty communicating. Gandt: Lirith hiccups loudly. "Excuse me," she says with a giggle. Suddenly her face takes on a look of alarm. "I gotta pee!" she exclaims and bolts from tent. Gandt hears a thud and the sounds of Amelia cursing from outside the tent. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia approaches James quietly, waiting for a possible break in the conversation to pull him away. She wants to relay what happened in the elder's hut, as well as to ask that they remain for the ceremony in three days time. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">You are going straight to hell, you know that, right?</div> (Kit may be tounge2.gif ) * * * * * Kit dismisses the blunder with a wave. "Ah, don't fret it. A little food sounds good right now. I could use a little nap though..." Kit finally succumbs and passes out. He collapses at the girl's feet. Finally failed the drunk check. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Is Grove at his grandmother's hut, or did I miss an action somewhere?)
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:32:55 GMT -5
chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Grove is hanging out with his grandmother and brother, as far as I know.) Kit: Papantzin quickly rolls Kit over and then proceeds to pour the cold water from the pitcher in his face. It's enough to wake him. Lia: James catches Lia out of the corner of his eye and leaves Urol and the druids to their own discussion. "They want us to stay how long?" he asks after Lia finishes. "We don't have that kind of time. We need to make it to Farshore as soon as possible." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 After spluttering for a few seconds, Kit smiles at the woman. "Hey, beautiful. Nap time is over. It's time to have a taste of your cooking." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt is left scratching his head, thinking he did something wrong. "Why do they always run away...?" He takes a whiff of his armpit, decides he smells pretty good for a half-ogre that's been traveling in the jungle without a shower for however many days, and figures that couldn't possibly be the reason. Whatever the reason, he somehow doesn't expect Lirith to come back. He'll wait all the same, standing in the doorway for some air. When he sees Amella, "Hey, Cap'n. What're you doin out here all alone?" (How do you make these drunk checks you keep talking about, TG?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit: Papantzin steps back from Kit. "Are you sure you're okay? Perhaps you would be better off going to bed." Gandt: Gandt stumbles to the doorway. Outside he sees Amelia, sitting on the ground, with Lirith laying unconscious across her legs. The smell of vomit and urine fills the air, and there is vomit on Amelia's clothing. "I was on my way back," Amelia answers as she pushes Lirith off. "Just what did you do to her?" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (It's just a CON check vs. the drink's DC. I've been going with 14) * * * * * Kit blinks. "My, your common has really improved." (Can we move on? I really want to get to that next level) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "Nuthin," Gandt slurs evasively. "... ...'snot my fault she can't hold her drink..." He helps Amella up (if she lets him) and carries Lirith over to the women's hut (if he can keep his feet). He sits her up in a corner, wipes the worst of the mess off her face with a spare blanket, and makes sure she's more or less okay before going back to his own hut. If Amella's still around when he gets back, he says goofily, "Okay, maybe I let her drink a little too much. A little." He uses his thumb and forefinger to indicate what "a little" means, then suddenly looks guilty. "Sorry bout your shirt." ********************* (I'm guessing we move on as soon as Lia and James decide how long we're staying here.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia stares James down. "I don't think it was a request. The last thing we should do is upset our hosts. Friends are few and far between and a day or two won't make a difference at this point, will it? Maybe we can send a message somehow to let the people in Farshore know we're alive and mostly well." Lia doesn't want to leave early, and she knows the villagers are expecting her to lead this group, so the blame for leaving early would fall on her shoulders. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (I'm fine with moving on. ?As part of that: The village carries most items with a value of 300 gp or less. ?Rare, or items that might be considered illegal in most societies are not available. ?Olman items of more value than this are available. ?These include: Japute: 20gp, 1d4, 19-20/x2, 2lbs, slashing weapon - The talon of a pterodactyl, deinonychus, or other powrful predator is mounted onto a wooden handle with several leather straps attached. ?The japute is then wound onto the wielder;s wrist and forearm with the strips of leather. ?Properly equiping or removing a japute requires a full-round action that provokes AoO. ?While wielding a japute, you gain a +6 bonus on any roll made to keep from being disarmed in combat and a +2 bonus on climb checks. Kaua'koi: 5gp, 1d6/1d6, x2, 5lbs, bludgeoning, piercing, or slashing (two handed melee)- This vicious scrimshaw weapon is fashioned from large lengths of bone harvested from Huge creatures. ?Several handnotches are carved all ove rhte bone, while the rest is sculpted into spurs, blades and polished nodules. ?Fighting with the kaua'koi is a high art, involving constantly switching grips to make the most of this versatile weapon. ?In many tribes, carving one's own kaua'koi is a right of passage marking a young Olman's mastery of war arts. ?A kaua'koi is a double weapon. ?You can fight with it as if fighting with two weapons, but if you do, you incur all the normal attack penalties assocated with fighting with two weapons, juast as if you were using a one-handed weapon and a light weapon. ?A creature wielding a kaua'koi in one hand can't use it as a double weapon, only one end of the weapon can be used on any given round. ?If proficient with a kaua'koi, you may choose the type of damage you deal with each attack. Shimalo'koa: 10gp, 1d8, x2, 3lbs, slashing - This hard piece of koa wood studded with rows of razor sharp sharks teeth tears opponents to shreds. ?Koa is remarkably light, yet stronger than most woods.) James accepts Lia's argument, albeit somewhat reluctantly. ?"Perhaps they can send someone to let those at Farshore know we survived?" he suggests. ********************************************* (Moving on...) The next couple days pass slowly, especially for James. ?Each day he becomes more and more restless, and more and more irritable. ?Avner likewise starts to moan and groan after only a few days. ?During this time the Olman's mourn the loss of their warriors, holding numerous ceremonies all of them private. On the fourth day, the party is called before the circle of mothers. ?An elaborate ritual follows, during which the party is adorned with various ritual articles and then sit meditating with the mothers for several hours. ?At the end of this period, the circle declares them "Olman" and a huge celebratory feast ensues. (Bonus Feat: Party members gain Friend of the Tribe ?Feat as a bonus feat (see your character sheets) and membership into the Olman Tribes Affliation.) (Any purchases or actions before we depart for Farshore? ?Sheets are currently being updated.) After the celebration has died down, the Circle of Mothers calls Grove before them. "Groveck," the oldest of the circle begins, "We know that you mean well, but right now you are a reminder to those who lost sisters, daughters and wives that they are gone, while you still live. Therefore, we advise you to leave with Lia for Farshore. Know this! You are not exiled, and you are held in high esteem by this circle, but for now, it would be best if you were not here." Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Nothing for Kit. That GP limit is too low for him to buy anything of value) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (TG: Kit's Olman Affliation score is high enough to grant him a proficiency with one of those three Olman weapons. Just let me know which one he would choose.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (He will go with whatever weapon allows him to use Weapon Finesse. Are those Tribal Hunter skill bonuses passive effects or conditional?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt studies the Olman armor and looks for any strange exotic items that might appeal to him, but he probably won't be buying anything. He will sell his heavy wooden spiked shield (not the bashing one, the regular one), and the banded mail. ?So that should put his gold pieces at 1063, and his carried weight at 296 lb. (after the extra gold has been factored in). ?He'll convert some of that to platinum if possible. He'll also take the earth elemental gem out of the community chest and add it to his inventory. (Also, when I overhauled my sheet, I had to get rid of the steel tower shield to stay at a light load, but I noticed it's still on there. ?The cask of ale should probably be gone, too.) He'll do any necessary repairs to his gear while here, too. Spells Prepared: Lv 0 spells: Detect Magic x3 (I'm assuming we're stocking up on enough water that we won't need Create Water anymore?) Lv 1 spell: Blade of Blood d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The bonuses are passive. You can use Weapon Finesse with either the japute or the Shimalo'koa. Gandt has no problem selling the shield, but can't find anyone to buy the banded mail. Apparently the Olman frown upon heavy armor. He has no problem making the repairs he needs. (Steel shield and Cask of Ale are now gone. Spells changed.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Thanks. Carried weight should be 30 lb. lighter now, though.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The Shimalo then. Kit will purchase one and carry it around to appease the villagers, but it goes straight in the community chest once the party leaves) * * * * * Kit will try to find someone to enchant his weapon. He knows something about fiery weapons, but he's curious to know if there are any other options (the light will give him away). As far as options go, Shocking (requires Call Lightning) would be preferable to fire. He'll use his usual charm to convince the Olman to do it. *I guess now would be a good time to thoroughly examine Skald's ring. When nobody is around, of course. **As far as permancy is concerned, it may be better to have Darkvision permanently cast on Grove so the entire party can pull some stunts in complete darkness. Or we can permanently Enlarge Gandt... Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Lia can't seen in the dark either.) Lia will purchase a Kaua'koi for use on those monsters with special traits. She'll refill her quiver to 50. She asks around to see if anyone knows of the dangers between here and Farshore. (Where are we getting a boat?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Yeah but she has low-light vision. All she needs is a light-source similar to starlight-glowing magical weapons apply-and she'll be just fine, or she can change into an animal that has darkvision) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Gandt's weight fixed.) Kit buys the Shimalo'koa. ?He makes sure to display it prominently while dealing with the Tamaroan's. ?It doesn't take him long to lake a spellcaster and blacksmith willing to do the work. ?However, they ask him to cover the cost of the enchantment materials and supplies ( (8000-2000)/2 = 3000gp, By my count, even if Kit liquidates his assets, he can't afford that. ?Even with 4 months back pay from James.) Kit examines the ring. ?It doesn't seem to have any special properties, but he figures he could sell it for 20gp. (Does Lia want a masterwork Kaua'koi? ?Or better? ?The party is getting a boat at the Olman village of Mora.) Lia refills her quiver. (I'm updating affliation scores for existing affliations. You might find that you now have new bonuses related to your affliations.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (He could afford it if he liquidated his assets, but he won't) * * * * I was hoping it would be an appreciation service...and the Tamaroan's concept of currency would be a little undeveloped. Okay, Kit will see if he can trade Illyria's Ring of Jumping and some of the jewels and idols he found for the enchantment. He will use Diplomacy to try to talk down the price, and he will volunteer some kind of favour or service if it ?helps. He will sell Skald's ring at least. And if possible, he will try to convert all of his coins into platinum pieces. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Or we can permanently Enlarge Gandt...</div> (As much fun as that would be, I rather like being able to fit through doorways. Re: Friend to the Tribe - What kinds of feats are only available to Olmans?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove graciously bows before the Circle. "I shall do as you command. With any hope, I and my companions shall uncover the cause of the troubles on the Isle and deal with them." With that, he'll return to James and inform him of the Circle's decision. As for errands, Grove will get his crossbow count back to twenty and also try to convert all the gold he can to platinum. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The Olmans don't have any platinum to exchange (they'll be some in Farshore, don't worry.)) Kit: The Olman smith looks over the ring carefully. He tries it on, and admires it for a few moments, then takes it off and pockets it, accepting the ring in trade. Once finished, he teaches Kit the Olman words for burn and quench, the command words of the blade. (+25XP for successful diplomacy check) Later in the day, Kit sees Acaxochitl wearing the ring. (Does Kit still sell his items, or wait until the party reaches Far shore?) Grove: James is happy to have Grove join them. It seems he must no longer have any misgivings about Grove's intentions. James even gives Grove 12 bolts to fill his case from the Community Chest. (I'm compiling a list of Olman Feats, I'll post the link once finished in the setup thread) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (masterwork (pay in gold please). ?no need to spend lots on a backup weapon.) (anything from Lia's queries about the dangers ahead?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia purchases the weapon. Lia asks around. This part of the Island is considered "civilized" with only a few dinosaurs and other predators around. The greatest dangers are north, in the central part of the island. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(Does Kit still sell his items, or wait until the party reaches Far shore?) </div> I don't see why not. Sure, he will sell some of his stuff here, but only the treasures he found like the bat idol and emerald and similar stuff. He won't sell his silver jewelry. He likes that stuff and is probably still wearing it. Btw, Kit was looking for Shocking over Flaming. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (changed to Shock) Kit sells the pyramid, Skald's ring and the gems. When he tries to sell the bat idol, the Olman's eyes open in shock. "Where did you get this?" he asks in hushed tones. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "I found it on my travels, like everything else I just sold you," Kit explains. "Why? Is it an important symbol to your people? If that's the case, you may have it. No charge." If this gets ugly, Diplomacy to lessen the impact of the situation and convince the merchant Kit is just a humble adventurer who stumbled upon the artifact. If that doesn't work, he'll lie (Bluff) by telling the merchant Urol took the idol for study and told Kit to carry it. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 The merchant looks at Kit with more than a little suspicion. "On your travels, you say. And did these travels happen to take you to the Shrine of Zotzilaha?" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "We visited many ruins. Some we had to travel through to get here, others we visited because that blasted Urol made us. And that thing, "Kit gestures towards the idol, "was just another artifact...uh, Urol wanted to study." If the merchant presses the matter, use Diplomacy as outlined above and remind the merchant he is just an adventurer for hire who did what he was told to do, and it is better to defer all questions to Urol. He will then walk away. After that, Kit will continue preparing for the party's departure, minus the idol. Kit wonders what the big deal is, and with only the bat theme to go on, the Tiefling decides it best to hide his silver-bat ring for awhile. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Just so this isn't forgotten, Lia will make sure to bid a proper farewell to the mothers before they leave. She has nothing else to do in this town
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chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "I see," the merchant says as he hands the idol back to Kit. "I cannot buy this, but if you're looking to get rid of it, I would talk to Mvembi." As Kit turns to leave, the merchant speaks again, "And a friendly word of warning. If this Urol is raiding our shrines, you'd best stay away from him. Zotzilaha does not take kindly to outsiders defiling his temples." ***************** Lia bids her farewells. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 To Kit, the idol equals trouble. He will just toss it aside. Somewhere out of sight and move on. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 As the party is departing the village, Kit finds a nice, secluded area, and ditches the idol. Crossing the length of the pennisula takes all day, but as darkness is approaching the party nears the coastal Olman village of Mora. As they approach, Grove takes a moment to warn the party about the Mora. "Don't beg for anything," he explains. "The Mora only appreciate martial prowess. Gandt should fit in well here. Also, the Mora often utilize the dead for their defenses." As they reach the outskirts of the village, two young warriors greet them. "Hail travellers, and welcome to Mora." Several zombies and a strangely dressed warrior stand a few yards behind the young warriors. "I assume these are the travelers bound for Farshore," the warrior on the left says to Grove. "We have prepared huts for them, if you will follow Master Nauyotl." Without waiting for the party to follow, the zombie master and his retinue of zombies turn and start walking into the village. (Any actions other than "follow"?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit watches the zombies with a slight bit of unease. The zombies don't really bother him; the party did have their own personal necromancer at one time, but the idea of a society that so freely accepts the undead as a part of their society just strikes Kit as...strange. "Respect for martial ability aside, I don't think I like these folk," Kit whispers to James. "I hope we don't stay longer than we have to." *Just "follow" for Kit. **Mini-Sheet updated Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt didn't used to pay much attention to zombies unless they were trying to kill him, but he keeps an eye on these. ?He doesn't say anything while the Mora are around, though. ?After what Grove said, he just tries to look as big and impressive as possible. When the Mora are out of earshot, he wonders, "Do you think they remember anything? ?Like, do different zombies have different personalities? ?Cause if they do, I'm not sure people should be keeping them, well, alive." d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove obviously knows about this village's ways, but is still hesitant and noticeably uneasy when he sees the zombies. And it took some effort to not immediately reach for his holy symbol when he first sees them. Grove will follow cautiously for now. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (lol the villagers exit the village to meet the party with their zombie escort, Grove raises a hand to say hello, and the zombies suddenly turn to dust. The guard is like "WTF?!?!") Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia notices Grove also dislikes the zombies, so she'll travel close to him. She says nothing about the zombies, but she wants to leave as soon as possible for Farshore. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 The group nervously follows the zombie master. ?He says little as he shows them to the huts, and when he departs he only says that the boats will be ready in the morning. "Creepy dude," James says after he is sure the zombie master has left. The hut is large, with three separate sleeping areas and a communal area. ?It's far more extravagent than anything in Tanaroan, outside of the fifty foot high wall. ?A bowl of fruit and several loaves of bread are lying on the large table in the main room. ?Some dried jerky is stacked next to the bread with some hard cheese. ?Three large decanters sit next to them. "Looks like all we have to drink is water tonight," James says after checking them out. ************************ * Chapter 5 - Tides of Dread * ************************ The night passes uneventfully, and the next morning the group packs up, bids their farewells and heads to the dock. ?There they find several outrigger canoes waiting for them. ?The dockmaster looks Gandt up and down, and turns to one of the workers, "We're going to need a bigger boat," he says (sounding suspiciously like Roy Scheider). Finally a small fishing boat that looks like it has seen much better days is found, an the group sets off across the bay, toward the small island where the Farshore colony is located. ?With each stroke of the paddle, James seems to get happier and happier. ?As they approach closer, however, his cheerfulness quickly turns to fear. ?Large columns of smoke begin rising skyward, and it becomes apparent multiple parts of the colony are burning. As the small fleet approaches a strange ship can be seen docked near the Blue Nixie flying a tattered flag with the colors of the Crimson Fleet. "Pirates!" James says, grinding his teeth. ?The tiny fleet makes for the northern most pier (Farshore Burning Map) and the group quickly disembarks. Screams fill the smoke-filled air as cackling, howling men dressed in filthy armor and waving rusty, ragged weapons press the attack against Farshore's unorganized defense. ?Up the hill, several buildings have been lit on fire, and issuing from one nearby are frantic screams. ?Lying in the sand in front of another building is the body of a well-dressed man with a bloody wound to the chest and a savage gash across his face. ?His body is surrounded by fragile glassware spilled from a case he was carrying. ?His chest rises and falls feebly, though for how much longer is uncertain. Futher south, a large band of filthy men are happily smashing in the windows of what appears to be a chapel. ?More pirates are busy trying to bash in the chapel's front doors with a heavy wooden beam. ?Terrified screams coming from within punctuate each of the rams blows. Nearby, a hulking half-orc with blotchy, yellow skin and a leering, toothy smile chases a red haired young woman around a neighboring building, shouting lurid propositions. Deeper in the village, a group of young men armed with swords make a stand against what appears to be the pirate leader, a tall and dangerous-looking human who laughs as he deflects their attacks with obvious ease. Finally, a group of colonists desperately try to extinguish a fire consuming a large building to the southeast, while others brave the flames to rescue its contents. ?More commotion can be heard from deeper in the village, but the thick, billowing smoke effectively masks what is transpiring there. As James surveys the scenes, he seems to transform, as the rage growing inside can barely be contained. "Urol, Avner, see to that wounded man," he barks, the tone of his voice even stops Avner from complaining. ?"Lirith, Amelia, you're with me. ?Let's rescue who ever is trapped in that building. ?The rest of you," he says with a motion towards the chapel, "disburse that rabble. ?We must save the colonists, at all costs." James doesn't wait to see if anyone disagrees, he simply charges toward the burning building. Init: Gandt: 21 Grove: 18 Rat's End Pirates (5): 14 Kit: 7 Lia: 6 The party is currently 40 feet from the pirates, who have not noticed the party's arrival. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (How many pirates are we talking about outside the chapel?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (5, which reminds me I forgot to put in there init line.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Where on the map did the party land? How close is the pirate ship?) * * * * * Kit draws his bow and prepares an arrow. He laughs as he does so. "Finally! I was getting tired of strange beasties and demons." Kit allows James to do his leadership thing before interjecting with his own thoughts. "Heal the fallen, protect those unable to protect themselves, THEN worry about the pirates! Leave the fools who want to fight to their doom. Lia, can Thorndyke carry burning timber to the sails of the pirates' ship? Maybe if we convince them they're being attacked where it hurts, we can confuse them into a more disarrayed and disparate attack." As for the pirates themselves, Kit will join Gandt in breaking up the pirates attacking the church. He won't charge into the fight; he will attempt to soften them up with arrows first, advancing about 10 ft. between every arrow. When he finally gets into melee range, he will switch to his sword. Kit will focus on finishing off any pirate struck by Gandt. **Anyone got a grenade? laugh.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "Look after yourselves," Gandt says with a nod to to James, Lirith, and Amelia. He doesn't show any hesitation in Charging the nearest pirate with a Shield Slam. He's hoping to finish off at least one pirate before they even know what hit them, so he follows up with a Full Attack in the round after the surprise round. (If Shield Slam's daze effect works, aim for a pirate that is not dazed. Otherwise keep targeting one pirate at a time until they're all taken care of). He's not too worried about getting surrounded... unless it seems like his armor isn't doing its job in deflecting their attacks. If that starts to be a concern and it doesn't look like the pirates are going down fast enough, Total Cover and Overrun out of there. (P.S. All attacks are Subduing Strikes. Not sure why you would want these pirates alive, but it can't hurt...) ***************** (Also, this <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">"We're going to need a bigger boat," he says (sounding suspiciously like Roy Schneider).</div> = awesome. That is all.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove will cast Bless on the party first, or as many party members as he can before everyone charges off. He'll then follow closely, but behind Gandt, trying to stay as close as possible. He'll try to set up flanks with Gandt and, similar to Kit, try to finish off any pirates he doesn't immediately pulverize. If anyone starts taking a lot of damage early on, he'll switch to healing. CCW, if it's really bad, but just the wand if it's not too bad. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Thorndyke is gone; merged into Tamaska when I took a level of prestige class) Lia looks for a place she could find cover while using her bow. If she sees something, move there. Otherwise just fire from the edge of the boat. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The party docked by the northern most (topmost) pier. The Blue Nixie and the Pirate ship are approximately 600 feet away.) ******************************* Urol and Avner run up to the injured man, and begin tending to his wounds. Urol casts a spell, while Avner stands guard, his blade drawn. For the moment, no pirates have noticed them. ******************************* James, Amelia and Lirith run toward the burning house. Flames are pouring from the only two windows at the front of the house. James rushes the door, but bounces back off it. He tries again, this time with Amelia's help. The door gives a creak, and suddenly gives way. James catches himself but Amelia falls into the house. The flames lick at her (-5HP). The screams for help have fallen silent. ************************* Chapel Combat - Round 1: Gandt charges forward. He slams into the pirates manning the battering ram, crushing one of them against it with ease (-27NL, unconscious). Grove begins casting a spell. The party feels a little more confident. The pirates drop their battering ram and draw their weapons. "Lookit da size of dis fish boys," one of them yells. "Ol' Bloodhorn'll pay us well fo bringing down dis monstrosity!" The pirates leap to attack Gandt, all but only one manages to strike with his scimitar, a minor scratch (-4HP). Kit fires a pair of arrows. Only one of the arrows its home (-7HP) Lia takes up a position near one of the houses and fires an arrow. Her arrow connects with the same target Kit chose, but does far less damage (-2HP). Round 2: Surrounded, Gandt does his best whirling dervish impression. Pirates go flying, and only one of them gets up again, but he's looking rather wobbly. "Parley," he croaks. "Please have mercy on me." Exp: Kit, Grove: 375, Lia: 280, Gandt: 560 (Actions?) The half-orc continues to chase the young girl, oblivious to the party's presence, a mere 30 feet away at times. More sounds of combat come from the center of the village. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (So Tamaska has owl wings sticking out of his butt now? biggrin.gif ) * * * * * Kit blinks. "What did he say? ...anyway, we should try to get their attention off the town. Maybe we can fire the Nixie's cannons...I wonder where her crew is?" Kit will fire an arrow at the orc, then he will try firing an arrow at the pirate captain. He's just trying to get their attention at the moment. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia will get the half-orc's attention by casting Flare on him. Then let more arrows fly smile.gif Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Without a word, Gandt picks up the sniveling pirate and hurls him at the nearest opponent or, if no pirates are conveniently within range, a wall. He'll then help the others with disposing of the half-orc. "One thing at a time..." he grumbles in response to Kit's idea with the cannons. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "We need to take out their leader quickly. If we get rid off him, the rest will most likely lose their nerve and flee." Using the brief pause in battle, Grove will cast Fire Shield (Chill Shield) on himself. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James, Amelia, and Lirith: James helps Amelia back to her feet. "Hello! Anyone here?" he screams. "I think I heard something over there," Amelia points to a back room. "I didn't hear anything, are you sure?" Lirith asks. "Let's check it out," James says, and starts through the burning building. Just as they reach the back room, a burning timber falls, slaming Lirith sideways. Her arm catches fire from the embers stirred up by the flames. "I'm okay," she says feebly as she snuffs out the fire. ************************************************* Avner and Urol: Urol continues to treat the wounded man. As he does so, a pirate comes running down the hill, straight at Avner. He slices at Avner, cutting him slightly (-5HP). Avner counters, returning the favor (-5HP). The pirate strikes again, missing. Avner steps in close and attacks, cutting the pirate rather badly (-8HP). The pirate turns tail and runs. ************************************************** The Party. Round 3: Gandt grabs the pirate and slams him against the chapel wall. The pirate hits hard, and the citizen within scream, once again thinking the building is under siege. Grove casts his spell. The orc continues chasing the girl. Kit fires an arrow. He hits the half-orc, who lets out a loug grunt as the arrow spins him around (-4HP). Since they have the half-orc's attention, Lia fires an arrow of her own. The arrow pierces through the orc (-8HP) and severs one of the ratty bands holding his armor together, causing it to flop open at the shoulder (-2 to AC). Seeing the half-orc distracted the young girl between two buildings. Round 4: Gandt charges the half-orc. He has little trouble knocking him out. (+1 kill) Grove tiddles his thumbs. The sounds of battle continue. The pirate leader near the well knocks away one blade, and kicks the young man in the face, sending him reeling. Kit fires a pair of arrows at the pirate leader. The first arrow strikes (-7HP), while the second falls just short. Lia moves to get in a better position, and fires at the pirate leader as well. The smoke and fire must have threw off her aim, because it was a bad shot, missing by a good 10 feet. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "Gandt, Grove, think you two can keep out of sight for a minute? I'll bet this guy will run if he sees you two. Lia, let's make him think we're a couple of arrow-flinging pansies." Kit will advance 40 ft. and fire another arrow at the pirate captain. After he fires, he will shout a few taunts at the pirate captain. Kit wants the captain to attack the Tiefling. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia doesn't like to ehe look of this, so she opens up with Call Lightning, then Produce Flame. She will try and keep her distance should he charge her. If he gets close enough, Shocking Grasp. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt looks for a moment like he wants to argue with Kit, but he seems to get his point and complies. He doesn't want the leader to run away and escape. So until the pirate leader gets closer, Gandt hunkers down between two buildings out of his line of sight. He tries to find a spot where he can see what the sounds of combat near the center of the village are all about, while at the same time keeping his comrades in sight. (If he can't do both, he keeps the other groups in sight rather than going to investigate the sounds.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove will follow Kit's directions and hide with Gandt. As soon as the pirate leader and/or any of his cronies come within range, he'll cast Divine Power on himself, and then attack the nearest pirate. Preferably, the leader. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James, Amelia, and Lirith: Amelia turns to help Lirith, while James puts his arm up over his face and charges into the back room. ?There he finds a woman unconscious, and begins dragging her out. ?Amelia helps the dazed Lirith to her feet, and they make for the door as well. *************************************************** Avner and Urol: The injured man slowly opens his eyes. "Are you alright?" Urol asks. ?"Can you walk?" The man nods slowly and Urol helps him to his feet. *************************** The Party Round 5: Gandt hides up against the chapel. ?From his position, Gandt can occasionally catch glimpse of people to the southwest, through the smoke. ?Grove hides next to Gandt. The pirate leader fails to spot Gandt and Grove and whistles. ?Five pirates come running. Kit tries to provoke the leader. ?He seems to be a little annoyed with Kit's taunts. ?Kit fires a pair of arrows, but slips as he fires, shooting the arrow up in the air, and falling backwards. ?The arrow misses everything, and Kit manages to tumble back to his feet (moved 5 feet backwards). Lia calls upon the power of the weather. Out of a clear blue sky a lightning bolt streaks down. It hits the pirate leader (-12HP). Round 7: Gandt and Grove continue hiding. The five new pirates charge Kit with scimitars drawn. ?Kit dodges, twists and turns and manages to avoid getting hit by all of the flying blades. ?The pirate leader curses the pirate's ineptitude and Lia as well. He drinks a potion (+18HP) and moves to the east, out of Lia's sight. ?Several of the pirates notice Gandt and Grove from their new position. Surrounded, Kit tumbles backward toward Lia, and slips from the pirates. ?He draws his rapier and stabs the closest pirate. ?(-9HP). ?Electricity runs across his body (-4HP). ?Kit grins wickedly. Lia moves to get a bead on the pirate leader. She can't see him, so she settles for unleashing another bolt on of the the pirates attacking Kit. The bolt strikes the pirate farthest from Kit hard (-15HP). Status: Pirate Leader (hidden) Pirates x5 (1x-13HP, 1x-15HP) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Bebop, will you please have Grove prepare Hold Person in the future? K, thx) * * * * * "Don't worry about me! Gandt, Grove, go after their leader!" Kit calls out. Not sure of the formation the pirates are taking in attacking Kit, but if he can Tumble through the throng, and only past a couple of pirates (meaning they're arranged in some kind of line), he will Acrobatically Backstab the pirate struck by lightning. If they're packed up and Kit would have to Tumble through more than 3, he will just strike the pirate he has already stabbed and take a 5 ft. step away from the lot. Dodge any pirate currently being attacked by Kit, and he will use Expertise for a +2 AC bonus. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (How far away was the leader before he hid? I don't know if I want to go chasing blindly after him if he was already a good 100 feet away or something.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (He was 80 feet away from Kit.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Same actions for Lia. Since she has more bolts of lightning, let's decrease the pirate population. Hit the one she hit before; pick another as needed.
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Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "Right." Gandt nods to Kit, then commands his tower shield to provide Cover as he runs out. ?"If you're coming, stay close," he urges Grove. ? He Runs past the pirates to where the leader was. If a pirate blocks his path, Overrun him rather than Run. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove will follow Gandt (He'll run also, if he can in his armor or whatever). \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The pirate lackeys are swarming around Kit, trying to box him in for flanks.) James, Amelia and Lirith: Amelia and Lirith stumble from the burning house, coughing and wheezing. ?Lirith ends up sprawled in the street, while Amelia leans against a post for support. ?There's a loud creaking sound, and the two look back to see part of the roof collaspe. ?As flames and smoke billow from the front of the house, the unconscious woman suddenly tumbles from the doorway. ?Amelia drags her from the house, while Lirith scrambles to her feet. "James!" Amelia screams. ***************** Urol and Avner: Urol begins helping the man up the street, and as they round the corner they see Amelia and Lirith with the unconscious woman, and hear Amelia scream. ?"We have to help them," Urol says to Avner as he helps the man rest against a building opposite the burning house. "I think it's too late," Avner says. Urol scowls and heads for the house. *********************** Party: Round 7 (yeah, somehow I mislabeled 6 earlier): Gandt heads past the pirates, toward the fountain. ?As he passes, a couple of the pirates take swings at him but their swords just clang off his shield. As Gandt reaches the fountain, a couple of the youths point between some buildings to the east. ?Gandt can see the pirate leader through a gap in the buildings. Grove follows after Gandt. The pirate leader moves south. ?Gandt loses sight of him, however Grove spots him momentarily ?but again he disappears. The pirates give a shout and close in around Kit and attack. ?The first attack strikes hard (-10 HP) while the rest of the pirates miss horribly. Kit tumbles to the left, placing himself behind one of the wounded pirates. ?He comes up attacking, and drops the pirate easily. (+1 kill) Lia unleashes another bolt of lightning, removing another pirate from the group (+1 kill) Round 8: Gandt runs between the buildings, not quite reaching the end of the gap. Grove runs through the second gap. ?He doesn't reach the end of the second gap either, but he can hear the sounds of combat from the southwest. The pirates continue to swarm Kit. ?The scimitars swing, but they just can't seem to touch the tiefling. Kit tries to tumble pass the pirates, but slips, nearly getting a scimitar through the neck. ?Somehow he just manages to dodge the blade. ?He comes up stabbing and hits another pirate hard (-14HP). Lia targets the pirate struck by Kit with a lightning bolt. ?He falls easily, his body still smoking from the blast of electricity (+1 kill) Status: Kit: -10HP Pirates (2 remaining) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (best spell I ever had, heehee) Lia continues to keel haul all them nasty pirates with strikes from above. smile.gif Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">-5HP</div> (This is exactly why Gandt went for Total Cover before running out. ?smile.gif Also, can we get some kind of indication on the map of where everyone is? ?Does there appear to be a way to box the leader in one of these alleyways, Grove on one side and Gandt on the other? ?How close is James's burning building to everything else that's going on? ?Gandt will probably go help him if he knows there's no fast way to trap the pirate leader.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div> (Soulweaver @ Aug. 19 2008,12:11)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE"> <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">-5HP</div> (This is exactly why Gandt went for Total Cover before running out. smile.gif</div> (I have no idea why I always think total cover from the tower shield just grants an AC bonus instead of actually providing cover....) (Gandt and Grove have no way of knowing if they can box in the pirate leader because they currently can't see him.) (if you look at the map you'll see a fountain/well near the center. Directly south of that is a burning building, Gandt and the pirate leader went between the burning building and the one directly to it's west (small building). Grove went between the small building and the next building west, because Grove saw the pirate leader through that gap. Grove knows the pirate leader is somewhere west of the trees at the bottom of the map. Lia, Kit and the two remaining pirate lackeys are between the burning buildings west of the fountain/well. James and his group are at the burning pinkish roofed house near the northern most pier.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (So is Gandt even aware of James's current predicament?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div> (Soulweaver @ Aug. 19 2008,12:46)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(So is Gandt even aware of James's current predicament?)</div> (no) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Oh snap) "He's coming back your way! Don't let him get away!" Gandt hollers out to Grove and the others. He drops his cover, readies his Lasso, and chases the pirate leader around the corner where he last saw him, moving as quickly as he can. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit will finish off the pirates. If he is aware of James' predicament, he will try to help. If he is not, Kit will run up a hill or try to reach another high point where he can survey the town and get a better idea of the situation. How many pirates are left, where the fighting is heavy, etc. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James & Company: Amelia tries to force her way into the house, but the flames drive her back. Urol tends to the fallen woman, while Avner stands around looking like he has no clue what to do. Lirith continues to be dazed by the blow to the head she took earlier. Suddenly there's another crash, this time as James comes flying through the window. He hits the ground rolling, his hair and clothes burning. Amelia and Avner rush over to put the flames out. ************************* The Party: Round 9: Gandt pushes past the smoke and flames and turns south. He can see the pirate leader just past a building up ahead. Grove comes through the second gap and rounds the corner, nearly running into the pirate leader. The pirate leader turns and attack Grove, but stumbles, opening himself to a counter attack from Grove. Grove swings his mace hard, but the pirate leader's armor absorbs most of the blow (-5HP). The remaining two pirate lackeys retreat back toward the square, then turn south, running between the buildings. Kit chases after them, catching the rear most one easily. He manages to land a solid blow (-9HP) back up by a nice bit of electric damage (-4HP). Lia moves to have a clear view of the fleeing pirates and calls down another bolt of lightning. The pirate Kit attacked falls dead (+1 kill). Round 10. Gandt charges. The ground seems to shake as he does so, but the pirate leader nimbly skirts to the side to avoid the blow. Grove attacks, but his mace goes wide as well. The pirate leader steps back, and throws a flask at Gandt. His aim is horrible, but the flash hits Grove, erupting into flames. (-4HP Grove, -1HP Gandt). Grove is burning. The remaining pirate bursts from the alley way between the buildings, and skids to a stop when he sees his leader making a stand. He quickly takes stock of the situation, however, and flees west. Kit comes running through the gap. He quickly moves to flank the leader. Lia follows, nearing the end of the gap, but she can't see anybody currently. Status: Kit: -10HP Gandt: -1HP Grove: -4HP, burning Pirate Leader: -5HP (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Switching targets to the pirate captain is the right move for Kit. He will complete the flank, but he won't attack. Instead, he will either attempt to Trip the pirate captain from behind, or Disarm the captain if he attacks Kit. "Maybe we should take him alive," Kit wonders aloud. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "You shouldn'tve done that..." Gandt grumbles, brushing at the spot where the flask splashed him. He moves in to flank the leader and knock him senseless with Subduing Strikes. Make sure he's surrounded, or at least doesn't have a path back to the pirate ship. **************** (Maybe I shouldn't say anything, but I think I was missing 4 HP from the chapel pirates before...) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Lia continues to look for the pirate leader, and she she sees him, she's gonna zap him. Then probably nothing since he sounds rather surrounded -.- Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James and Company: Avner, Amelia, and James manage to put out the flames that are burning James. ?Lirith seems to recovering somewhat, while Urol continues to treat the unconscious woman. ?"We need to get away from this building," he states. ******************* The Party: Round 11: Gandt hits with a subduing strike. ?The pirate leader takes the blow like a man (-19NL). Grove steps back and puts out the flames. The pirate leader tumbles away, barely avoiding a blow from Gandt. ?"So, you think you can defeat Slipknot Peet, eh" he says as he tosses another flask at Gandt. ?Again he misses, with the flask landing halfway between Gandt and Grove (-1HP each). "Arr!" Peet growls. Kit moves to circle behind the Slipknot Peet. Lia, now able to see her opponent, lets go with her last lightning bolt. ?Peet makes a perfect lightning rod (-14HP). Round 12: Gandt moves in. ?He pummels the pirate leader once again (-23NL). Grove closes, clobbering the pirate leader with his mace (-8HP). The pirate leader tumbles away again, but isn't fast enough to get away from Gandt this time. ?A powerful backhand blow sends the pirate leader flying, only to land unconscious a few feet away (+1 kill) Exp: Lia: 1240 Kit and Grove: 1275 Gandt: 1530 Level up: Kit (The sounds of combat are coming from due west, towards where the pirate ship and the Blue Nixie are docked. ?Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Kit moves to circle behind the Slipknot Peet.</div> (I just noticed this. Why didn't Kit attack the captain after Kit moved?) * * * * * First, Kit will suggest the party strips the captain of his weapons and clothes, then tie him up. Kit will then ask Gandt for a boost onto the roof of a house or something so he can get an idea of what's going on in the town. After that, he will head towards the ships. Level-up info. forthcoming. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Gandt's all for tying the leader up and throwing him in one of the non-burning buildings for now. He'll give Kit a boost, but seems eager to get moving again. "What is there to think about? Let's go!" d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James & Company: James slowly stands, gingerly placing his hands on the numerous burns across the back of his head. "That was too close," he mutters. "We need to get these two to safety, then find the others." A sudden yell from uphill grabs their attention, as a group of five pirates rush toward them, scimitars drawn. "Urol, Lirith, help these two to safetly, Amelia, Avner and I will handle the pirates." Round 1: Amelia draws her blade and readies herself. The pirates charge! Two move after Amelia, two after James, and one after Avner. Amelia takes one hit, a rather deep cut (-7HP). James bobs and weaves, avoiding the scimitar strikes, while Avner gets hit hard (-12HP). James attacks, but only one of his daggers finds a target (-3HP). Avner attacks, and has considerably more luck than James. His rapier slides home, deep in the pirates gut. The pirate slips to the ground, dead. "I think I'm starting to get the hang of this," Avner says, although its obvious to anyone he's favoring his left side. Round 2: Amelia strikes back at her opponents, but only manages a small cut (-4HP) The pirates flank and attack Amelia. Neither manages to land a blow. The remaining two pirates flank James. His armor holds up under the attack, turning the blades nicely. James attacks. Again only one of his blades strikes home (-4HP). Avner moves to complete a flank with James and attacks. He misses horribly. ******************************** The party: Gandt boosts Kit up onto the rough top, then begins tying up the pirate leader. From his new vantage point, Kit can see several small groups of pirates making their way back towards the docks, where a pitched battle is being fought. Kit can make out several of the Jade Ravens fighting along with Lavinia. One fighter stands out among the crowd however, and even from 100 feet away Kit cleary recognizes Jaccus. One of the groups of pirates moving toward the docks spots the party and moves towards them with a shout. They redouble their efforts when they recognize Slipknot Peet, being tied up by Gandt. Init & Status: Kit: 20, -10HP Grove: 18, -5HP Lia: 11 Rat's end Pirates (x6): 9 Gandt: 8, -2HP Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Kit spends a whole round being shocked by the sight. When he finally recovers, he looks down to Gandt and co. and frowns. "This whole thing just got a lot more complicated," Kit grumbles. "The real battle is down at the docks. The Jade Ravens are in the thick of it, and Lavinia is among them. I don't think James would be very happy if we delayed in helping her." In the mean time, Kit will prepare his bow and fire at the pirates as they charge Gandt. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Grove moves behind Gandt and readies his crossbow and starts firing at the oncoming pirates. Once they move withing a closer distance, he'll switch to his warhammer and attack them with that. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Say, should we make more of an effort to help James' party? I'm not worried about James, it's Avner I'm not too sure about. On the one hand, he's a leadership figure-sort of, so he may be worth a victory point. On the other hand, he's a jerk, so he may not actually be worth a victory point. Maybe the real trick here is letting Avner die so the REAL leader of Farshore takes over, and we get the victory point. Even if this isn't the actual victory point battle, it could still make a difference for the real one. This is not a question for Keno as DM, but a question for everyone as players.) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (I'm sorta torn. The way our NPC's seem to have a propensity towards throwing themselves into hazardous situations, it would seem that trying to save them all would be worth something. But Avner is such an anoos, that I would have to agree that being rid of him, would probably be for the best. Unless some crazy unforseen factor would wind up making everything worse by him getting killed off.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (The only downside is Avner's uncle running the colony, assuming he still is. If Avner dies, Manthalay gets pissed, but if Avner lives, he tells his uncle how horrible the party was and we still get in trouble. Aside from that, there are political implications to consider. There's also Amelia to think about. She might affect any victory points earned through naval maneuvers) **James explains Avner's situation back on Page.2 of this thead if anyone needs a refresher. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Well, James did say to keep him alive til we got to Farshore, and we are in Farshore...........) (You're right though, if he lives, he'll just tell his uncle what a-holes we are, and if he dies we'll have to put up with a gigantic mess. Unless his uncle was killed in the attack before we got to Farshore, in that case control would go to James and his family, I would imagine. Then Avner would be up crap creek.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Blah. We just don't have the time to determine if his uncle is still alive. Avner is in trouble NOW. Kind of like Dynasty Warriors... "Your COMMANDER is under attack!" Nah, he's fine. He's a tough guy. "Your COMMANDER is dead! You've lost the battle." WHAT THE HELL!?!?!?) *And Mini-sheet updated Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (We could just as easily split up after we take care of this group of pirates. Kit and Lia could help out Avner and Co. while Gandt and Grove help out the Ravens. That would probably take care of it well enough.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Since the pirates will probably already be swarming him by the time he gets his head in the fight, he lets loose with some Full Attacks. He'll use his attack of opportunity on the first pirate to come within reach. "There's no end to 'em! Go ahead and help the Ravens... I'll catch up with you!" If he's ever in serious trouble, Total Cover. (Still Subduing Strikes, by the way. Also, who is Jaccus?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James & Company: Round 3: Amelia tumbles backwards to get away from the flank. She executes the move smoothly, and comes up swinging, but again only manages a light cut (-4HP). Two of the pirates focus on Avner, while one goes after Amelia and the last continues his attack on James. Avner again takes a deep cut (-9HP), while James gets sliced again as well (-7HP). James steps back to flank with Avner. He lands a vicious blow, slipping his dagger between the ribs of the pirate. The pirate drops to the ground without a sound. Avner hastily steps away from the remaining pirate attacking him and drinks a potion (+6HP). Round 4: Amelia slices the pirate left attacking her, disembowling him. The remaining two pirates turn tail and run. "We need to get somewhere safe," James says as the three move off after Urol, Lirith, and the two wounded citizens. ****************************************** The Party: Kit stands on top the roof, jaw dropped in shock. Grove moves behind Gandt to use him as cover. He then fires his crossbow at the approaching pirates, but the shot goes wide. Lia apparently neither heard nor sees the pirates approaching. Perhaps she's too busy watching buildings burn. The pirates charge! Gandt manages to incapacitate the first one that charges (+1 kill), but then the rest slip through and attack. Only one of them manages to hit Gandt through his armor (-9HP) but strangely only four of them actually attack Gandt. The fifth one swings down with his scimitar, cleaning slicing off Slipknot Peet's head. Gandt's momentarily taken aback, but not enough to not attack. He easily takes out one pirate, then turns back, going for a second, but misses. Round 2: Kit pulls himself away from the battle at the docks and plugs a pirate with a couple arrows (-10HP). Grove reloads his crossbow and fires again. He hits Kit's pincushion pirate (-3HP). Lia continues to be obvlious to the combat. The pirates retreat, shouting as they go, "Bloodhorn! Slipknot's dead!" They make it about half way to the dock battle scene. While several of the combatants of noticed them approaching, no one can yet hear what they are saying. Gandt charges after the pirates. (The battle at the dock appears to be going against the Jade Ravens and Lavinia, as several other groups of pirates are approaching the docks from several different roots. Liamae and Kaskus are busy trying to keep a couple groups at bay with their spells, but it appears a losing cause. Lavinia, Tolin and Zan are locked in battle with three pirates and a rather frightening looking tiefling, with very large, pronounced horns. He is dressed and armed considerably better than the other pirates.) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (I think now would be a good time to use that Fast Healing ability, Bebop) * * * * * Kit will chase after Gandt (if he can leap across the roof-tops all the way to the docks, he will, but he won't bother with any distance greater than 10 ft). When Kit gets to the docks, he will stop Gandt. "Hey big guy, do you think you can clear an escape path for Lavinia and the Ravens?" Kit will start out just trying to get Liamae and Lavinia's attention and firing a single arrow at the pirates pressuring Liamae's group. What he does next depends on Gandt's level of success: if Gandt easily clears his way through the pirates, Kit will make his way towards Liamae, Tumbling if necessary. If the two groups are split up too far from eachother, Kit will suggest Gandt focus on Lavinia while Kit aids Liamae's escape. If Gandt struggles, Kit will fire arrows at pirates attacking Liamae. (How are the two groups placed? Would the party reach Lavinia or Liamae first? Could Gandt travel in a line and eventually reach both groups, or is there a great deal of ground to cover between the two groups?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (There is one building that blocks Gandt's view of most of the area where the fighting is going on. Kit however has a better view and can tell that there's a road-like area (30 ft wide) between that building and the docks proper where the Blue Nixie and the pirate ship are tied up. I should point out that a lot of the pirates moving toward the scene are carrying loot/captives (all women), and are unlikely to fight unless forced to. I forgot to mention that earlier.
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bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Aug. 25 2008,14:03)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(I think now would be a good time to use that Fast Healing ability, Bebop)</div> (Not til Level 9......) Grove will chase after Gandt. When he approaches the battle near the docks he will cast Divine Power on himself to ready himself for the melee action. If he sees that any of the Jade Ravens are in need of healing, he will concentrate on keeping them alive with his healing spells. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 If he can, Gandt takes out the yelling pirate before he reaches the docks. Whether he manages this or not, he takes the time to use his CLW wand on himself a couple times before joining the melee there. "Stick close, don't let them pen you in," he advises Grove and Lia (and Kit, if he's on ground level by then). Once he has a view of the battle, he'll first and foremost want to help Lavinia and the Ravens escape if they need to. How he goes about doing that depends on the situation (distance, position, etc.). His next priority will probably be disabling the pirate ship. Even if it's something as simple as tossing their gangplank into the water so the pirates are unable to board. Then he'll focus on the tiefling. "Bloodhorn, is it? You picked the wrong place to pick a fight." (All this is subject to change, of course. If the tiefling harasses him sooner, for instance, that'll jump up the list of priorities.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (firemyst?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (I've had company this week. you could've at least moved me closer. tounge2.gif) Lia, who was busy checking burning buildings for signs of life (ha, there), hurries to catch up with the rest of the party. If she's attacked by a pirate, have Tamaska fend them off. If she finds a pirate she will take aim at, use her bow. Look for cover beforehand. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 James and his group have successfully retreated away from the battles ******************************** The Party: Round 3: Kit sprints to the end of the building and drops down. He ends up just 10 feet from Gandt. Grove catches up to Gandt. Lia moves to the corner and fires an arrow. She hits the pirate Grove and Kit hit earlier, dropping him. The two remaining pirates continue their mad dash towards the docks. Their yells can now be heard over the fighting. A grin crosses the face of the tiefling pirate, as he looks up. He kicks Tolin in the back of the knee, causing him to sprawl across the ground. He then raises a whistle to his lips and blows on it, before turning his attention to the party. "Katar, my boy, is that you?" he yells over the sound of the fighting. (at the sound of the whistle, the numerous pirates in the area begin shifting towards the boats.) Gandt moves in, stopping to tap himself with his wand before actually engaging anyone. (+8HP). (I'll give "Katar" a moment to reply here, before continuing with the next round.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "The name is Raven now," Kit shouts back. "Rid us of your filthy presence and leave these colonists in peace! Gandt, don't let him flee. He'll terrorize seafarers and coastal settlements for decades to come." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 Round 4: Kit runs down the hill, catching up with Gandt. (He and Gandt are 30 feet from Jaccus). Grove moves towards Gandt as well, then splits towards the side where Tolin is fighting. Lia fires her bow. The arrow arches through the air, over Gandt and Kit, and buries itself in Jaccus' shoulder. (-2HP). The pirates continue their movment towards the docks. This opens up opportunities for the Ravens and Lavinia to strike down a couple of them. Jaccus jerks the arrow out of his shoulder and looks up the hill. "Elf wench," he curses, then turns back to Katar, "Just like your mother. This is your last chance, boy, join me. We could rule the seas together." As he's speaking, he's slowly backing toward the pier. Gandt double moves toward Jaccus, but he's still 20 feet away. (Any changes in actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 "You think I've changed my mind since then? Never in an elf's life-time, you blood-crazed rogue!" Kit replies. "Liamae, are you all right?" Kit will assume the woman is fine, seeing as how the pressure on her has eased. He will then turn his attention to Jaccus by way of arrow for this round, then he will try to cut off Jaccus' escape after Gandt engages him. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (Same for Grove. Keeping moving towards where the action is heaviest, then cast Divine Power and start smacking away with his warhammer.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (There are some unfamiliar names being tossed around. So Jaccus = Bloodhorn = the tiefling? Just to be clear.) Seeing that the Ravens are more or less alright, Gandt Charges Jaccus with a Shield Slam (Daze DC20). If Kit hasn't already done so by that point, Gandt will then want to get between Jaccus and the ship, via a Total Cover/Overrun if possible. His priority is still disabling the ship... Jaccus just happens to be in the way. (Still using Subduing Strikes.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 (yes, Jaccus Bloodhorn is the tiefling.) Round 5: "I'm fine, more or less," Liamae shouts over the ruckus. "Ah, your woman?" Jaccus asks. "I might just have to sample her myself," he adds with a laugh. Kit finally has had enough, and fires a pair of arrows at Jaccus. The first one clips the pirate (-1HP) while the second narrowly misses. "You need to work on your aim, boy," Jaccus taunts. Grove moves to edge of the battle and begins casting his spell. When he finishes, he glows like the sun for a brief moment as the power of Pelor fills him. Lia fires again at Jaccus. This time her arrow falls just short. Staying close to the building, she works her way down the hill slightly. "Ye, dogs!" Jaccus yells at a group of pirates, "Stop them." Six pirates change directions and charge at Gandt. The first one goes down in a heap as Gandt strikes him with his shield ("A larger share for the remainder," Jaccus cackles.). +1 kill The rest swarm round Gandt like so many flies. With that many blades too dodge, it only stands to reason that one would get past Gandt's defenses, scoring a deep cut into his hide (-11HP). "Ready the bows!" Jaccus cries out. Pirates on board the ship can be seen readying crossbows. Gandt moves around the pirates, towards Jaccus. The pirates swing at him wildly as he goes by, but none manage to hit him. The move catches Jaccus by surprise, but he still almost manages to avoid Gandt's shield as the half-merrow bashes into him. The sharp spikes on the shield leave numerous large puncture wounds (-22HP). Round 6: Kit circles around the pirates, and heads toward the pier. He easily gets behind Jaccus, although the width of the pier makes it impossible for him to cut off the escape route by himself. Grove charges into the fray, swinging his warhammer with the strength of his god. He bashes the first pirate he meets over the head (-10HP), but misses with the second strike as he comes back around. Lia fires on Jaccus again. This time the arrow buries itself a bit deeper (-6HP). She moves closer, still trying to use the buildings for cover. The pirates onboard the ship let us a volley of crossbow bolts. Many shatter against Gandt's shield, but one manages to sneak by his guard, catching him in the leg. (-8HP). The pirates swarm over Gandt again. Perhaps its just bad luck, or the wound in his leg, but Gandt slips and nearly tumbles to the ground when he tries to fend off the pirates (flatfooted). They leap on him with renewed ferocity, like sharks sensing blood in the water. (-9Hp, -8HP, -2HP, -2HP, -6HP). Jaccus calmly moves away from the carnage, pulling out the arrow. Taking out his potion quickly downs it. Nearly all his wounds heal (+21HP). "So, Katar. Are you ready to die for these fools?" A sudden yell of fury cuts through the battle field as Gandt surges to his feet, sending the pirates flying backwards. With a single swipe of his shield he clears the path between himself and Jaccus (+2kills) Status: Jaccus: -10HP Gandt: -35HP Kit: -10HP Grove: -5HP (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 During Round 5: "Get Lavinia to a safe place. Get out of here!" After Gandt wounds Jaccus: "What are you doing? Don't kill him!" In response to Jaccus in Round 6, Kit replies: "Are you ready to die for YOUR fools? Didn't mother teach you anything? This is no life! These men don't care about you!" Kit will pull out an arrow and ready it in his bow, then cast Darkness on it. He will fire it at the crossbowmen on the ship. He doesn't care too much about hitting any of the pirates. Sticking the arrow on the side of the ship will do, so long as the darkness shrouds enough of the ships to send the crossbowmen stumbling in the dark. He will take a moment to memorize a good spot before casting Darkness if it increases his chance of success. He will use his remaining Move action to switch his bow for his sword in the following round. How does the Nixie look? Is it crawling with pirates or is it relatively clear? Can Kit tell if its cannons are prepped? Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members August 2008 edited August 2008 If Lia can get somewhere where she can get a clean shot, she will unleash a Flaming Sphere, rolling it toward Jaccus, but also toward th ship itself. Always trying to keep cover while doing so. If she can't, use arrows as she looks for a position to do the Sphere. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "What do you care if he lives or dies??" Gandt growls at Kit. As he snaps off the bolt in his leg, the look on his face suggests that mercy is the last thing on his mind. (But he will keep using Subduing Strikes unless I say otherwise.) If the path to Jaccus is still clear by the time Gandt acts, he'll either A) Total Cover/Overrun if Jaccus is within 20 feet, or B) Charge/Shield Slam if Jaccus is 20-40 feet away (Daze DC20). If Jaccus is out of range or if the path is again blocked by pirates, Total Cover/Overrun in an attempt to get closer to Jaccus and the ship. Any time Gandt falls below 25% HP or so, he'll play it safe and take Total Cover if he hasn't already. (How wide is the entrance to the ship? Could Gandt and Kit block it? How far is Jaccus from the ship?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove will move to Gandt to try and cast Cure Critical Wounds on him. If he's not close enough to he'll keep attacking all the nearby pirates, while trying to keep as close to Gandt as possible so he can cast Cure Critical Wounds at the nearest opportunity. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Jaccus is currently 40 feet from the gang plank. ?It's a normal sized gang plank (so crossing it costs double movement. ?There are numerous ropes hanging from the side of the ship, as if the pirates might have used them to get off of the ship in a hurry when it first came into dock. ?The Nixie appears to be clear of pirates. ?From Kit's position he cannot tell the readiness of the weapons. ?The Ravens and Lavinia have withdrawn to the edge of the city proper.) Round 7: Kit readies and arrow, concentrates on it, and then, just as he is enveloped in a sphere of darkness, fires the arrow at the ship. ?The sphere of darkness streaks toward the ship, completely surrounding the crossbowmen. ?The air is suddenly filled with cursing. ?Kit readies his sword. Grove runs up to Gandt and casts a quick spell. ?A large number of Gandt's wounds heal. (+20HP) Lia breaks out into the open. ?She stops and begins casting a spell. ?A giant ball of fire suddenly erupts around Jaccus. ?It's not near as effective as Lia would hope (-5HP). ?The pier catches fire. The pirates scramble to get out of the darkness. ? "I think its time for me to leave," Jaccus says to Kit. ?"Be seeing you around boy," with that he circles around Kit and stops at the bottom of the gangplank. ?He then tosses a flask at the Blue Nixie. ?The flask breaks and bursts into flames on contact. ?"A going away present, if you will," Jaccus says with a chuckle. ?"Make ready to sail," he barks. ? The remaining pirates on the pier make a break for the ship as well. ?Gandt clips one of them with his shield, sending him flying into the water. ?The other stops at the base of the gangplank. With the straight path to Jaccus blocked, Gandt moves past the fire and Kit. Round 8: Kit rounds the pirate, intent on tackling Jaccus. ?The pirate swings at him, but its a minor cut (-3HP) that Kit barely notices. ?Kit jumps at Jaccus, intent on grabbing him, but the older tiefling manages to slap him aside. ?Kit ends up hanging onto the edge of the gangplank, his feet dangling in the water below. Grove makes a move past Gandt and the flaming section of pier. ?He stops just short of the gangplank (Behind Kit.) Lia moves her ball of fire closer to Jaccus, going around Gandt. ?It stops way short, and starts a fire in a new part of the pier. ?The existing fire expands to the northeast and southeast. A couple of the crossbowmen manage to stumble from the darkness. ?They raise their bows and fire at Kit. ?Only one of the bolts manages to hit Kit (-8HP). ?The pirate standing in front of Kit takes a swing at him. ?He slices Kit deep (-8HP). ?Jaccus looks down at Kit. ?"Tsk, tsk. ?Boy, you never learn." ?He then proceeds to sprint up the gangplank. ?Kit makes a grab for him as he goes past, but Jaccus kicks free, sending Kit tumbling into the water. ?The distraction was enough to keep Jaccus from making it onto the ship, however. The flames on the Blue Nixie continue burning, but don't spread. Gandt gives a roar and raising his shield attempts to overrun the pirate and move up the gangplank. ?The pirate tries to block Gandt, but finds himself rudely shoved off the pier and into the water. ?Gandt ends his movement next to Jaccus. (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Rewind: I thought I made Kit's unwillingness to allow Jaccus to escape more obvious. He would never consider attacking that pirate. Instead, he would Charge Jaccus and then tackle him, even attempt to drag him off the pier. (The pirate was between you. If you want to risk the AoO and redo that round, we can...) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Ah. Forget the Charge then, just move normally. He'll risk the AoO. Jaccus will probably knock Kit out of the tackle attempt anyway, so you won't have to redo the whole round. Rolled it myself to try to avoid the extra trouble, but my rolls indicate Kit actually succeeds, so... *shrug*. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia wants to move the fireball away from Jaccus and onto the pirate ship itself. Aim for the mast or a batch of sails, or anything else that would make it harder to leave the port. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (As I read it, the flaming sphere can climb up the sides of things, but cannot "fly") Anyhow, that last part will be changing slightly anyhow.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (It can jump 30 ft) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Hmm, so it can jump, I guess I skipped over that when I was reading it. Anyhow, round 8 has been modified.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 All Kit can do now is attempt to climb up the side of the ship and get a hold of one of those ropes. If Gandt manages to keep Jaccus busy, and it's possible, Kit will attempt to swing across the rope and into Jaccus. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Bah... so close, yet so far.) I know Gandt's taking cover right now, but if Jaccus triggers an AoO at some point, use it to Grapple +4. On his turn, Gandt wants to drop his cover and try to capture Jaccus, but within reason. He won't give chase if the ship catches fire, if too many pirates separate him from Jaccus, or if there are so many pirates on deck that escape would be impossible. If pursuit seems too dangerous, he'll try to Lasso him instead. If Jaccus seems to be escaping, Gandt takes to the water, grabs a trailing rope and bashes away at the hull below the waterline. Maybe it'll spring a leak. ************************ (I'm just putting this status line here for my own information:) Status: Jaccus: -15HP Gandt: -15HP Kit: -29HP Grove: -5HP d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 With Groves path clear, he'll make his way up the gangplank and start swatting any crossbowmen that he encounters. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Round 9: Kit easily swims over to a rope (it was only 5 feet away) and begins his ascent. ?Kit climbs up the side of the hull, then flips over towards the gangplank. ?Jaccus dodges the flying tiefling (just barely) but fate appears to be smiling on Kit today, as instead of falling into the water below, he manages to grab hold of another rope, and continue his swing away from the gangplank. Grove moves up behind Gandt, unfortunately, he can move onto the gangplank with Gandt and Jaccus in the way. Lia's ball of rolling fire and destruction streaks across the pier and leaps to the ship (narrowly missing the swinging Kit. ?The fire disappears into the sphere of darkness, where screams of pain suddenly erupt. ?Lia moves onto the pier stopping near her first fire. ?The fires on the pier spread slowly. The fire on board the Blue Nixie continue burning. ?Several of the Jade Ravens are rushing toward the scene. "Tenancious little bugger," Jaccus says to no one in particular then hacks away at Gandt. ?The first blade slips inside Gandt's defensives, leaving a wound that doesn't look that bad, but hurts mightly (-8HP, -1 con), the second blade is blocked by Gandt's shield. ?Jaccus then steps backwards, onto the deck. ?"Set sail," he barks. ?A burning pirate comes stumbling out of the sphere of darkness, tumbling down some stairs. ?Two more crossbow pirates appear from the darkness, and together the four fire on Gandt. ?One bolt slips through Gandt's shield (-8HP). ?The ship begins moving away from the pier. Gandt moves up the gangplank to grab Jaccus. ?Unfortunately, he slips and falls prone on the gangplank. Round 10: Kit the flying monk... tiefling comes back around for another pass. ?He collides with Jaccus, and the two go sprawling on the deck. The flaming sphere comes rolling out of the darkness. ?It's headed for the main mast, but it doesn't quite reach it. ?It does manage to set some ropes and other materials on fire. ?moves forward, stopping just a few feet from Grove. Grove runs across the back of Gandt onto the deck, turns and whacks the first pirate he sees. ?It's not enough to kill him, but it's more than enough to send him overboard (-16HP, knocked overboard). Jaccus struggles back to his feet. ?"Fool," he curses. ?"I should have killed you the day you were born." ?He then kicks at the gangplank, but the weight of allows barely any movement. ?The burning pirate jumps overboard. The three crossbow pirates reload and fire at Gandt. ?One of the crossbows jams as does a second. ?The other bolt is interscepted by Gandt's shield. The four remaining pirates cease their preparations to depart and draw their scimitars. ?They close in on Kit, but the closest one closing within 10 feet. The ship continues drifting away from the dock. ?The ship doesn't drift far enough to pull the gangplank off the ship or the dock, but it suddenly cracks, under the weight of Gandt. ?Somehow, Gandt rolls to the right and grabs a rope. ?He then puts all his might into striking the ship. ?Despite that, he doesn't do much damage (-12HP to one section). (Actions?) Status: Jaccus: -15HP Gandt: -21HP, -1 con Kit: -29HP Grove: -5HP Ship sections (1x-12HP): Pirates remaining: 7 Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Can Kit get a heal?) * * * * * "Yeah, right, just another baby's ear to add to your collection," Kit growls. Kit will use a Standard action to attempt to push Jaccus off the ship, or at least into Gandt or Grove, then he will use his Move action to Tumble behind Jaccus and hopefully block the other pirates. He will continue to try and drag Jaccus off the ship after that, assuming he is still close enough to do so. If Jaccus flees into the midst of the ship, Kit will Tumble into the darkness sphere and wait for Gandt to board. His Darkshore fighting feat should allow him to kill some pirates in the darkness. If Kit's HP loss gets into the mid-50's, he will shout a string of curses, then jump off the side of the ship. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (You people have no idea how happy I'll be when I start getting the mass cure wounds spells wink.gif) Grove will try moving towards Kit and sacrifice Recitation to cast Cure Critical Wounds on Kit. Swatting any pirates along the way of course. If Grove manages to heal Kit in the first round, he'll use a Searing Light (domain) on one of the crossbowmen. (Heya, Keno. Are you factoring in both Empower Healing and Augment Healing on my cure spells? I was expecting that CCW on Gandt to heal a lot more.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 <div> (bebop007 @ Sep. 03 2008,15:11)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(Heya, Keno. Are you factoring in both Empower Healing and Augment Healing on my cure spells? I was expecting that CCW on Gandt to heal a lot more.)</div> (Uh, no. Fixed Gandt's current HP to reflect what should have been healed earlier.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia moves away from the flames a bit, still controlling the sphere. ?She is determined to burn the mast. ^^ ?If she sets the mast ablaze, roll it back toward any hostiles that wouldn't put allies in harm's way. She will try and use summon ally III (-dominate animal) to bring a large shark (if it can be summoned that close to land).
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chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Round 11: Kit rolls to his feet and attempts to push Jaccus off the ship. Apparently Jaccus has finally become annoyed enough with the Kit that he strikes out with his shortsword. It's a minor scratch, relatively (-7HP) but enough to keep Kit from pushing Jaccus off the ship. Grove reaches out and touches Kit (+39HP). Kit feels much, much better. Lia steps away from the flames and directs the sphere onto the mast. It starts burning. The pier fires don't spread, while the first fire on the ship spreads considerably, catching the foremast and sails alight. The smaller fire on the deck burns out. Jaccus lays into Grove. The first strike is painful (-10HP, -1 con), the second, not so much (-8HP, -1 con), the third misses, while the fourth isn't much worse than a scratch (-4HP). "Perhaps that will teach you to interfere," Jaccus growls. Two pirates grab buckets and splash water on the flaming sphere. It goes out. The two pirates with busted crossbows draw their scimitars and attack Grove. Both miss. The remaining crossbow man reloads and fires at Grove. He misses. The remaining four pirates attack Kit. Two manage to connect (-11HP total). The ravens turn their immediate attention to dousing the flames on the pier, so they can get to the Blue Nixie. The extinguish the largest fire. Gandt continues pounding on the hull. He cracks the section pretty good (-32HP total). Round 12: Kit tumbles back, out of the flank of the pirates, and attempts to take one of them out. He manages to drop him with a nimble strike and a flash of shocking power. Grove gets pissed. He caves in the head of one of the pirates. Grove feels the divine might of Pelor fading. Lia summons a large shark. It swims up next to Gandt and bites the ship. Unfortunately, its little more than a scratch (-1HP). The remaining fire on the pier peters out. The fire on the ship quickly consumes the foresails, but otherwises remains unchanged. Jaccus continues his assault on Grove. The first strike bites (-8HP, -1 con) while Grove manages to deflect the second and third. The fourth cuts deep as well (-7HP). "Toss this chump overboard!" Jaccus orders. The crossbow wielding pirate drops the crossbow and attempts to grab Grove. Grove splits his head open (-9HP) for his efforts. The other pirate near Grove grabs at him, pinning Groves arms to his side. Two of the remaining pirates move to join in the Grove grappling. The first one gets his foot caught in some rope and doesn't succeed in grabbing Grove, while the second grabs Grove and attempts to move him towards the rail. Fortunately, Grove resists. The remaining pirate attacks Kit. He slices the tiefling good (-9HP). The Ravens begin working on putting out the fire on the Blue Nixie. Gandt continues his work dismantling the ship. He manages to destory the section he was working on, but the ship remains afloat (5 more sections must be destroyed to sink it, it's movement is slowed with 2 destroyed). (The ship has moved 10 feet away from the pier, and 20 feet towards the open harbor.) Status: Jaccus: -15HP Gandt: -21HP, -1 con Kit: -20HP Grove: -42HP, -3con Ship sections (1xdestroyed): Pirates remaining: 5 (1x -9HP) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "Like I needed this..." Gandt grumbles when he sees the shark approaching. Once he does realize that the shark's not interested in him, he gets over that unpleasant surprise and moves on to the next ship section. He's pretty unaware of what's happening on the deck, so he'll keep doing what he's doing unless someone calls for him. (Is the fire not dealing hit point damage to the ship?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I think burning the sails has slowed it a bit) * * * * * Seeing how beat up Grove looks, Kit decides it may be better to let the cleric get thrown off the ship. I'm under the impression Jaccus has moved well away from the side of the ship and is now surrounded by pirates (how many, btw?), so Kit jump off the side of the ship (complete with curses) and grab one of the ropes. He will search for an open porthole or cannon window to enter. Seeing Gandt smashing the ship, Kit will call out to him. "That looks like a load of fun, but how about smashing a hole into the cannon nest (I dunno the term) and helping me re-orientate a cannon?" Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "Ha! I like where this is going," Gandt says at Kit's idea. The next section he works on will be the wall of the cannon... nest. Whatever it is. He'll see if there are any pirates in there while he's at it. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (The pirate ship doesn't have cannons (neither does the Blue Nixie, for that matter). It has one ballista, mounted at the forecastle (I think that is the term) it is currently burning, but its obscured by Kit's sphere of darkness. Jaccus moved only five feet from the edge of the ship (and away from Grove). The fire is damaging the ship, but it is currently just on the deck, and the fire seems to be having trouble spreading... stupid fire.) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove attempts to wriggle free from the pirates' grasp. If they get close enough to the ledge he'll try kicking one of them over the ship, if possible. If he gets free, he'll try to makes some space between himself and the pirates and cast Cure Serious Wounds on himself (give up Remove Curse) , then start fighting back. If there's a good distance between them he'll his Searing Light spells first before entering melee again. If he gets thrown over, he'll cast CSW as before and if he can get back onto the pier he'll try attacking with his crossbow. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia uses her final 3rd level spell to summon a Thoqqua. She casts the summon so it appears in Kit's fog, where it will begin to wreak mayhem on the ship itself. Lia will then run down the pier and see if Gandt needs any help. Otherwise, use her bow to try and shoot any pirate she can see. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Darn. Ah, well. If Kit can't convince Gandt to smash a hole into the interior of the ship to try something else, Kit will help lessen the number of pirates harassing Grove. Kit will be Dodging Jaccus and trading 4 atk. for 4 AC. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Round 13: Kit goes on the defensive, and steps away from his opponent to help Grove. Despite being extra cautious, Kit strikes the pirate with relative ease (-9HP). The electricity of the shocking weapon courses through the grappling masses (-5HP for the pirate Kit struck, -1HP for Grove and the other pirate). Kit's second strike barely misses. Grove struggles to get free. The pirates hang on tight, despite the one being attacked by Kit. Lia casts a spell. For a moment, nothing seems to have happened. Suddenly, there's a loud "whoosh" sound, followed by a cracking sound. The fore mast topples backwards, becoming tangled in the main mast. The sails of the main mast catch fire and begin burning. The Ravens succeed in putting out the fires on the pier and Blue Nixie. Lia's shark attacks the ship again. This time it does considerably more damage to the next ship section (-7HP). (The pirates notice for the first time, the considerable amount of smoke coming out of the sphere of darkness.) Jaccus curses as he sees the main mast sails catching fire. "Get these fools off my ship!" he growls. The pirates holding Grove attempt to move him toward the railing. After a bit of struggle, they toss the cleric overboard. Grove lands next to Gandt and the shark. The two other pirates move to grab Kit. He manages to cut one of them down, and evade being grabbed by the second. Gandt pounds away at the next ship section. He only manages to break a few boards (-25HP). Round 14: Kit strikes at the closest pirate, easily cutting him down, then disappears into the sphere of darkness. It sure is hot here. Grove struggles to remain a float and cast his spell. He succeeds, barely (+31HP). Lia shouts over to Gandt and asks him if he needs any help. A sudden cracking sound, followed by a booming crash comes from bow of the ship. Within moments flames are roaring into the sky. The heat along is enough to scorch most creatures, luckily tieflings are not like most creatures. (Kit senses there is a large hole in the deck, somewhere inside the sphere. The shark grabs hold of Grove (gently) and carries him over to the dock. The Ravens begin loading the ballista on the Blue Nixie. "I'll not have my plans ruined by the likes of you, whelp!" Jaccus shouts at Kit, then grabs a rope and swings out over the dock. He slashes at Lia as he passes, a deep cut that hurts pretty bad (-12HP, -1 con). He lets go of the rope and rolls to a stop, and the gangplank to the Blue Nixe. The remaining pirates try to duplicate Jaccus' style and flair. The first mostly succeeds, but drops his scimitar as he tries a cut at Lia. It bounces across the pier, followed closely by the pirate (-5NL). The second fails miserably, slips off the rope, and is devoured by the shark. Gandt, seeing Jaccus flee the pirate ship, swims back to the pier and hauls himself up. Jaccus: -15HP Gandt: -21HP, -1 con Kit: -20HP Grove: -12HP, -3con Lia: -12HP, -1 con Ship sections (1xdestroyed, 1x-32HP, foremast destoryed, main sails burning, bow burning, flaming Thoqqua running amuck inside. Yeah, the ship is screwed): Pirates remaining: 1 (1x -5NL) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "You should be acquinted with 'ruin' by now!" Kit cackles. Kit hears the noise and decides now is a good time to abandon ship. He'll exit the sphere, likely spot Jaccus, and follow him to the best of Kit's ability. If Kit gets into melee range of Jaccus, he will attempt to Trip him. If Jaccus rounds on Kit and begins a vigorous assault, Kit will switch his rapier for his sap and attempt to Feint + Sneak Attack. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia looks a bit out of her nature as her face shows signs of anger. ?She will cast Ray of Enfeeblement on Jaccus, then charge to follow up with Shocking Grasp. (I want to see how a shark handles someone gently ^^) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove feels silly thanking a shark but he gives an appreciative nod, nonetheless. He'll struggle to get on top of the pier and move towards the Nixie and if he gets within close enough range of Joccus, he'll start to hit the tiefling with Searing Light. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I figure I know what Gandt will do by now, so....) Round 15: Kit exits the sphere and realizes he's the only one alive on the ship. Other than whatever is thrashing around underneath the deck. He makes a running leap, grabs a rope hanging from the main mast, and swings toward the pier. Unfortunately the rope snaps, and Kit lands a few feet short of the pier. Grove struggles, but manages to pull his soaking wet body up on the pier. Lia casts a spell. Jaccus feels his strength sap away (-4str, 4 minutes). The pirate ship continues to burn. The occasional whoosh and roar of flames can be heard over the combat. The Jade Ravens move to block the entrance to the Nixie. Jaccus runs up the gangplank. A couple quick strikes and Tolin is sent to the afterlife. The other pirate scrambles to his feet and picks up his scimitar. Gandt's not about to let Jaccus get away this time. He cross the pier, runs up the gangplank, bats Jaccus's swords out of the way and Jaccus dives to the side. Gandt ends up behind Jaccus. Round 16: Kit swims to the pier, and pulls himself up. Grove casts Searing Light! The streaking beam of light narrowly misses Jaccus, and rips apart one of the sails. Lia charges up the gangplank, intent on shocking Jaccus. Jaccus has other plans and swings at Lia as she approaches. The hit hurts (-9HP, -1 con) but even worse than that it sends Lia off balance and into the water. The shark comes over to help keep her afloat. The Ravens attack Jaccus. It's a joke fest. Jaccus attacks Gandt all out. Only the last blade manages to connect (-6HP). The remaining pirate attacks Kit. He cuts the tiefling good (-9HP). Gandt returns the favor. He pummels Jaccus (-33NL) and pummels him again (-24NL). (Actions?) Jaccus: -15HP, -57NL, -4str (39 rounds) Gandt: -27HP, -1 con Kit: -29HP Grove: -12HP, -3con Lia: -21HP, -2 con Pirates remaining: 1 (1x -5NL) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Seeing as how Gandt is more than taking care of Jaccus, Grove will focus his last Searing Light on the pirate attacking Kit. If he doesn't have one left (I thought I had one left, but I don't remember), he'll use his crossbow instead. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia thanks the shark for his assistance. Then Lia casts CLW on herself, followed by Lesser Restoration. The cold water seems to have calmed her somewhat. Jaccus doesn't look long for this battle anyway. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I'm glad this turned out to be a heck of a lot more exciting than a quick escape by Jaccus. I was worried for a moment there. Still, we haven't seen all of his tricks, have we? cool.gif ) **And summoning a Thoqqua within a ship's hull...we gotta remember that one. * * * * * "Will you surrender already? You're alone and cornered!" Kit shouts. Kit will finish off the pirate next to him, then he will switch his rapier for his sap. After that, standard Flank and Backstab manoeuver. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Yeah, I was a little disappointed about the lack of cannons, but I've gotta say that a Thoqqua is better. And I don't like the implications of that smiley...) Gandt doubts Jaccus will surrender, but even if he does, he lays in to him with a renewed fury (Smite +4). Total Cover if things start to get hairy. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Round 17: Kit makes too quick stabs and finishes off the pirate in front of him. He then moves to the base of the gangplank. With the pirate gone, Grove makes one more attempt at blasting Jaccus with his Searing Light. ?The spell lives up to it's name, striking Jaccus and searing his flesh (-17HP). With the shark holding her up, Lia has little trouble healing herself (+12HP) The Jade Raves attack Jaccus, and surprisingly actually manage to annoy him (-8HP total). "Surrender?" Jaccus asks. ?"Why do that when I could do this!" ? Jaccus tosses his shortsword to the left, while immediately twirling and tumbling to the right. ?Liamae tries to hit him with her dagger but he easily avoids the blow. ?He comes up behind her, drawing a dagger of his own as he does so, and grabbing Liamae places the tip of the dagger to her throat. "I think it is you who shall surrender, Katar." he says menancingly. (Does Gandt (or anyone else) have a revised action?) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Would a Tiefling be dazed by a Daylight spell?) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (No) * * * * * Kit is worried at first, but then he catches Grove in the corner of his eye. Kit laughs. "Is this it? Your 'ace in the hole'? Come on, like we're worried about her. Face it, we can counter every one of your tricks," Kit says this while slowly circling around behind Jaccus. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (bluff attempt?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Is there anyone Jaccus can't see or isn't looking at?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (He can't see Lia in the water. Anything else I could tell you would be information Lia would not have.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Not really. Kit just figures Grove can heal any injury Jaccus may inflict on Liamae) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Well if we get enough xp from all this.........Raise Dead! I'm just sayin'......doesn't hurt to prepare for the worst.) Assuming Grove is noticing what Kit is doing: "Wait a moment! There's no need for all this to result in greater bloodshed! We can work something out surely, if you would be willing to help us round up the rest of the pirates and get them to surrender." His real plan is to distract Jaccus, making it easier for Kit to do whatever he's going to do. (Diplomacy I guess, I don't know if Sense Motive would help to much.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I'm just trying to surround Jaccus. That's all) **Kit will use Atk. of Opps. on Jaccus to Trip, Grapple, etc. Oh, and he should have his Sap drawn now (all damage NL, even sneak attacks). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Making it easier for you to do that then, I guess wink.gif) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I think Gandt and the Ravens are between Jaccus and the Nixie, while everyone else is between Jaccus and the pier. ?He is more or less surrounded already. ?Correct me if I'm wrong though, Keno.) Gandt doesn't attack, but neither does he move out of the way. ?He watches Jaccus' reaction to what Kit said. ?He also watches for the first sign of distraction. ?If Jaccus takes his attention off of Gandt, and he thinks there's an opening to Disarm or Grapple (whichever is more feasible at the time), he goes for it. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Gandt and the Ravens are on the Blue Nixie itself, with Jaccus. Everyone else is on the pier (Kit is at the base of the gangplank. TG: you have the Wyvern Poison listed as STR/CON damage on Jaccus' sheet, but the SRD lists it as CON/CON, so I went with the CON initial damage.) Round 17 continued: Jaccus seems momentarily taken aback by what Kit says. Gandt lunges forward, attempting to grapple Jaccus. Jaccus recovers quickly, quick enough to shove Liamae to the side and slash at Gandt witht he dagger. The blade slices across Gandt's hand (-5HP), and burns something terrible (-9 CON, total of -10 Con This brings Gandt to max HP of 34). Liamae screams as she tumbles over the rail and into the water below. Round 18: Kit sprints up the gangplank and attacks with his sap. He smacks Jaccus hard (-9HP) and spins around, nearly smacking him again. Grove tries desperately to be a distraction. He succeeds. Lia casts her spell on herself, and then moves to help Liamae. Her shark disappears. The remaining Ravens move to circle around Jaccus. Jaccus takes a series of viscious cuts at Gandt. Despite the distraction, one slice manages to hit (-9HP, -1 con). It's not quite enough to bring Gandt down. Gandt tries to end the battle as quickly as possible. He strikes hard (-25NL), but its not quite enough to bring him down, but it is enough to stagger him. He then steps back. Round 19: Kit takes full advantage of the opportunity and clubs Jaccus until he stops moving. VICTORY! (Had Grove not succeeded in distracting Jaccus, Gandt would be dead wink.gif It'll take me a moment co calculate EXP and such, as I got to go back through an note who gets credit for a number of pirate kills (and I need to double check the actual number of pirates that were in volved in the battle. Feel free to post any immediate actions while I figure it out.) Savage Tide Info chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (EXP Earned: Gandt: 4725 - Level up. Grove: 3465 Lia: 2835 Kit: 3310.
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:37:20 GMT -5
TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I had listed a different poison before I settled on Wyvern. Also, Jaccus originally had much better items, but I didn't want to blow the party's Expected Wealth gain rate) * * * * * Kit will be sure to strip Jaccus of most of his clothes in case he has more weapons hidden somewhere, then he will aid in tying up and imprisoning the pirate. What Kit does next depends on what James wants to do with Jaccus. Oh, and he should probably make sure Liamae isn't angry at him. He'll explain his indifference away as a bluff. Jaccus is a swashbuckler, so Kit can use all of this stuff, but I didn't design this encounter as an easy loot-grab for him. I'll have Kit take the poisoned daggers (carefully sealed in his belt pouch) since he's easily the best light weapon user in the party. Love to have the ring, but I don't want to be greedy. Maybe Grove? That shortsword may be good for James. A little HP damage is nothing, but CON damage is nasty. Can also sell it for some nice G. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Yeah if neither Kit or James uses the Wounding Short Sword, that's 18 grand easy to split between us. Not a bad chunk of change.) (Ring of Protection would be nice, if no one else wants it.) Grove will switch out a Divine Favor for a Zone of Truth spell, if the party chooses to interrogates Jaccus. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (9 grand, but still good. Certainly enough to buy a few nice things) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (+1 and Wounding, is +3 overall right? That's 18000 gp base modifier?) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Correct, but convincing a merchant to pay more than 50% of an item's worth is very hard. Like 30 DC Diplomacy check or something like that) **More specifically, if you improve a merchant's attitude to helpful, they'll give you a 10% change in price (CA). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Sep. 08 2008,13:12)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">(Correct, but convincing a merchant to pay more than 50% of an item's worth is very hard. Like 35 DC Diplomacy check or something like that)</div> (Oh, duh, right. That's what I get for playing Armored Core 2, too much. I get spoiled.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (If I wasn't trying to build James for the Daggerspell Mage prestige class he'd be interested in that blade. Of course, I realize now that Daggerspell Mage sucks, but I'm still going to go with it to try to flesh out how I see James behaving.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Sounds interesting. Let's give it a look-see) *It's kind of...funky. It's got some cool traits, but unless you can find a way to maximize Sneak Attack while still maintaining a safe distance from enemies to use Arcane Throw, you'll just end up being a gimped mage who rarely lands a melee attack. Still, Arcane Flurry and that dual-touch spell thing has a lot of potential. Should definitely consider picking up the Practised Spellcaster feat either way (C.Arcane). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Gandt will take the potion. ?His priorities will be on getting the poison out of his system (Heal check?), attending to the injured, repairing the town, etc. before interrogation. ?Manacles and rope are in order for Jaccus and the other unconscious pirates in the meantime, though. (Mightn't James want one of those poison daggers? This has got me thinking, too, if there is a spell to change the size category of weapons/armor?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (If James wants a dagger, he can always ask Kit for one. As for the spell, yeah, probably) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia wonders when Kit grew four arms to use four daggers. Lia will cast Delay Poison on Gandt and then try to tend to him (Heal check?). (What time is it?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I would think there would be a spell like enlarge person, except for items. And one would think it could be made permanent. It's about mid-morning.) Kit busys himself removing dangerous and useful items from Jaccus' person. Zan and Kaskus help. Gandt snatches the potion then sets about making treating the poison. Grove picks up the ring of protection and slides it on his finger. Lia and Liamae struggle to the pier then climb out. By now a group of riders can be seen approaching the docks from town. Liamae storms up the gangplank and rounds on Kit. "Just what were you think, oaf?" she demands. "He could have killed me." Kit explains his motives then goes back to stripping Jaccus. "Who is this bastard anyway?" Liamae asks as she kicks Jaccus' inert form. She seems to have accepted Kit's answer. Lia begins helping Gandt. It's a good thing she casts the spell, because they're having a horrible time treating the poison by themselves. A group of militian men come up the gangplank, and securing Jaccus with ropes and manacles, carrying him away. They begin securing other unconscious pirates as well. After they finish that, they carry away Tolin's body as well. At the base of the docks, James, Avner and a man who looks like Avner are mounted on horses, and talking to Lavinia. Lavinia stops the men carrying Tolin's body, says a few words to them, and departs. James dismounts while Avner and the other man turn back toward the city. "Good work," James says as he walks up the gangplank. He then turns and addresses Zan, Kaskus, and Liamae, "We'll pay for ressurecting Tolin. You all fought well here, it's the least Lavinia and I could do." "Gandt, you don't look so good. I think we should get you inside to rest," he adds. (Any other actions before withdrawing to the Vanderboren residence?) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove will offer any healing and assistance anyone requires. (Switching around spells as necessary to cast Neutralize poisons, Restorations -if the material components are handy-, Cure spells, etc.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "That," Kit replies with his own kick to Jaccus' body, "is my father. A very unwholesome fellow as you can tell. But forget about him. Let's talk about how much you missed me." Later on, Kit will make it a point to learn where they are holding Jaccus. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Gandt starts to laugh off James's suggestion, then seems to change his mind as he suddenly looks quite ill. ?"Rest? In a real bed? ?I think that's the best idea I've heard all day," he concedes with a pained smile. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia can't think of anything to ask, so she occupies herself with trying to do anything she can for Gandt. ?She is concerned what will happen in six hours when the delay spell wears off. ? She asks for the weapon that was used so she can go around the shops (assuming they're not on fire) and see if someone knows more about the poison, where it came from or how to treat it. ?She will take Grove along unless he objects, either because he doesn't want to go, or because he can heal Gandt on his own. Should Grove not be able to heal Gand right away, Lia will not return to the residence before this unless asked directly, as she's far more concerned with saving Gandt than catching up on the latest gossip. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (bebop?) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 <div> (bebop007 @ Sep. 09 2008,11:12)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Grove will offer any healing and assistance anyone requires. (Switching around spells as necessary to cast Neutralize poisons, Restorations -if the material components are handy-, Cure spells, etc.)</div> (Already replied.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Okay, I didn't realize that was a response to Lia....) James quickly leads the party (minus Lia and Grove, plus the remaining Jade Ravens) back to the Vanderboren Manor (#9 on the Map of Farshore) Lia, meanwhile, drags Grove through the colony, looking for the necessary ingredients to cure Gandt. It takes a while to gather up the components they need, being foreigners in the city, and with everyone running to and fro to put out the last remaining fires, but find them they do, and make their way back to Vanderboren Manor about two hours after everyone else. An hour of preparation later, and they manage to expel the poison from Gandt's system, although he's still feeling rather sick. Kit learns that Jaccus is being held in a small cell in the Militia Barracks (#8 on the map). (There's a little bit of downtime here, while the colony recovers from the attack. If there is anything you want your characters to do (including retraining) now is the time to do it. If you have any questions about retraining (as described in the Player's Handbook II) ask them in the setup thread. I have a little bit of work to do to get the next part of the adventure ready to go.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I suppose it would be nice to trade Skill Focus for Telling Blow if it's possible) * * * * * * Kit will learn what James plans to do with Jaccus. After that, Kit will visit Jaccus and have a little discussion with him. This may have to be RP'ed. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (How much downtime? Tamaska needs new tricks) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Teach Tamaska how to not be forgotten. laugh.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I've been a lot more careful with Tamaska since Raji's demise. ?Along with the death, we found an error where Raji wasn't supposed to grow as srong as he did, so Tamaska isn't as effective as Raji was.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (What was the error?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (He shouldn't have grown out of Medium size, even with 4HD, so less advantages from attacking other mediums.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Well, Raji wasn't exactly struck down by normal means, but hey, if Lia fears for Tamaska because of Raji, that's just good RP'ing. And yeah, he's no Large wolf. Still, I don't think Tamaska's attacks and saves are correct) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Yeah, it's good RP. Kit could always bring it up, you know ^^ What do you think is wrong about them?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove will switch Quicken Turning with Divine Metamagic - Extend Spell (Complete Divine) He'll spend the rest of the downtime tending to the people injured in the pirate attack and he'll also try to spend some time trying to get better acquainted with his comrades. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (It doesn't look like Tamaska's stats. have increased as he gained HD. His base attack and saves still look similar to a regular wolf's) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Depending on how much downtime there is, Gandt -spends his time recovering and retraining. He wouldn't turn down a Restoration spell. -approaches Lia with questions regarding the Church of the Whirling Fury. Well, not so much about the church part, but the whirling fury part. Who the church serves, in other words. -helps around town. Lending a hand with repairs, tending to the injured, etc. -sells his banded mail. -does some exploring, especially around the west part of town where all the craftsmen seem to be situated. While he's out, he tries to find out if pirate raids are a common occurrence in Farshore, and if the Rat's End pirates are the only ones they need to worry about. (Does Vanderboren Manor have some sort of workshop Gandt can use? What kind of free time are we talking about? Days, weeks...?)
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Post by TG Barighm on May 9, 2018 15:39:20 GMT -5
chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Kit: James informs Kit that Jaccus is being held at the small jail at the militia barracks. It is likely he will be tried for piracy and executed by hanging. (retraining Skill Focus for Telling Blow will be fine) Lia: (Yep, tamaska's skills are wrong... sigh) Grove: (retraining Quicken Turning with Divine Metmagic - Extended Spell should be fine). Gandt: Selling the banded armor nets Gandt 30 pp, Vanderboren Manor does have a small workshop. (The amount of downtime you want your character to have is going to be entirely dependent upon what missions you have your character participate in, up to a maximum of several months wink.gif (Other information coming soon) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Alrighty, Telling Blow listed in Kit's ref. sheet. If this doesn't improve his kill-power, he's gonna be rebuilt into an archer next level. Kit also needs to lighten his load. He will ask somebody else in the party to carry the cold iron dagger he's holding, then he will convert as much of his gold as possible into platinum pieces or gems. Kit will also top off his arrow count at 40 (he uses his silvers and coppers to pay for them; I just reduced those to 0). Kit will also want to know what kind of stuff is available for purchase in Farshore, like magic items and exotic gear. This includes sniffing out Farshore's black markets (Kit gets a +2 bonus Dip/G.Intel here). After that, Kit will continue to rebuild his relationship with Liamae, and when he's not doing that, he will be visiting Jaccus and trying to convince the pirate to admit Kit's problems is all Jaccus' fault. Kit is hoping Jaccus will show some kind of regret for his actions (call it a Diplomacy check vs Jaccus' lying his butt off). These actions should do until the missions begin. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Tricks for Tamaska?) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 <div> (TG Barighm @ Sep. 22 2008,13:07)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Kit also needs to lighten his load. He will ask somebody else in the party to carry the cold iron dagger he's holding, then he will convert as much of his gold as possible into platinum pieces or gems. Kit will also top off his arrow count at 40 (he uses his silvers and coppers to pay for them; I just reduced those to 0). Kit will also want to know what kind of stuff is available for purchase in Farshore, like magic items and exotic gear. This includes sniffing out Farshore's black markets (Kit gets a +2 bonus Dip/G.Intel here).</div> I was thinking of doing this myself, but I was waiting to see, reward-wise, if we'd be getting anything before I started shopping for new gear. If not, I'll at least sell of my +1 mace and try to convert as much of my gold to platinum and silver to gold. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Blah...we got more gold on us than there is gold in this village. wow.gif We better put our PC's to work. biggrin.gif I'll post Kit's tasks once we read the "more later" bit. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Going back to Liamae? Poor Kit, Lia is too good for you? lol I do realize she's harder to approach with we new class, but I thought you were gonna try ^^) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Nah, Kit just thinks Lia doesn't like him, plus her druidic ways are a little weird for the urban street-rat Kit. If he's going to take up a challenge, he'd prefer it be Lavinia. Anyone notice the prevelance of letter "L" sounding female names? Lirith, Liamae, Lia, Illyria, Amellia... biggrin.gif) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Anywho, Kit's plan. Here's what Kit plans to do: Warehouse Investigation: Kit will spend a day looking into the thefts, hopefully with the help of Grove and his Zone of Truth spell. His theory hinges on the idea the guards are being bribed by the thieves to look the other way, so Kit will use his usual charm (ie. Diplomacy) to get the guards to talk. If Kit can't get a good lead during this day of investigation, Kit will give up. Mines: During the nights when Kit is off drinking, he will attempt to seek out the dwarves and gnomes and try to convince them (Diplomacy) to work the mines. He will tell them the Vandorboren famil will gladly give them the money needed to get started. Farms: Same as above, but for the farmers. Mayoral Campaign: This is Kit's main task during the first week. He will campaign for Lavinia's election. He will say it's time for new leadership from a younger, more ambitious perspective, and the protective power of the Jade Ravens and the PC party is under Vandorboren employ. He will also follow Avner around and tell everyone about his faults and failures during their journey through the island's interior. When he gets a chance, he will bribe some servants within the Meravenchi manner for as much dirt as possible on the family. Militia: In the next week, Kit will help recruit people for the militia. His goal here is to have warriors ready for an attack on the Trogs. Trogs: In the third week, Kit hopes to organize the party and the most experienced warriors in the colony for an attack on the Trog. The Docks: Kit will try to convince Gandt to help load the Nixie. I would like to see how well Kit does with the above before I provide further actions. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Basically, if it costs up to the gp limit then you can find it in Farshore. Currently that GP limit is 800, but you can raise it by completing various tasks.) Kit: James gladly excepts the cold dagger when asked. Kit also exchanges his coins and picks up some more arrows. Kit has no trouble making a couple contacts with the black marketers in Farshore, although he quickly discovers they're a rather small time operation, dealing with local drugs/poisons and smuggled artifacts. Liamae is ecstatic that Kit survived, and pretty much does whatever the tiefling asks of her. She pratically throws herself at Kit every chance she gets. Jaccus ignores Kit during his first, short visit. Lia: (What about the tricks?) Grove: Grove sells his mace and converts his money. (I know TG posted tasks for Kit, we'll get to them in a bit) James pays out the back pay with bonuses for the party. (The total comes to 100 pp each) ********************************************* After tending to their wounds, and having a light lunch, James notifies the party that he would like for them to join he and Lavinia at a council meeting that evening. James also relates to the party the reunion between Avner and his uncle. "It was rather tense," he explains. "I think that Lord Manthalay is well aware of Avner's reputation from Sasserine." ************************************ That evening, the colony council convenes at the Chapel. Lavinia and James are there, along with the Jade Ravens, including the recently resurrected Tolin, still looking a little haggard. The rest of the council members are present as well, including Professor Hevrik Aldwattle, whom Urol and Avner rescued. He's busily talking to Urol. A tired and worried looking man is introduced as Vesserin Catherly (keeper of the Farshore Chapel). His manner improves somewhat upon hearing that Grove is a follower of Pelor. "Young man," he says, "I need to speak with you on a matter of import to your faith, perhaps tomorrow morning, over tea?" A woman covered in bruises and quite angry looking is introduced as Telda Syren, an expert on the flora of the Isle of Dread, and a gruff and short-tempered man named Ulvar Kabbanja is introduced as the leader of the Farshore Militia. He sizes up each party member as if judging their combat ability. "You there," he says to Gandt, "Perhaps you might be able to inspire some courage in the citizens." The Meravanchis stand at the back of the room, Lord Manthalay occasionally whispering over his shoulder to Avner. Amella and Lirith arrive last, and with that Lavinia calls the council meeting to order. Each council member takes turns highlighting the damage and destruction caused by the pirates. A large number of buildings suffered damage, but only 10 colonists were actually killed. "It's a good thing most of the pirates were rather unskilled," Ulvar grumbles. "Unlike that Jaccus fellow." He turns slightly toward Lord Manthalay. "I trust his execution will be soon, he's a shifty one, that demon-spawn." Lord Mathalay does not answer the militia captain's question directly, simply stating, "Justice will be done." As the reporting winds down, Lavinia explains the party is largely responsible for her being able to return to the colony with supplies, and despite the loss of one of the ships, they were still able to make it to the colony, and were a great help in repelling the pirate raid. "They are, without a doubt, my personal heroes," she concludes. Tolin and Zan shift uncomfortably at this praise being heaped somewhere other than on themselves, while Liamae glances at Kit, then at Lavinia, and frowns. "I'd like for them to take a moment and recount what happened to the Sea Wyvern, and what transpired on their journey across the isle," she says this last bit, while looking directly at Grove. James then steps forward, and delivers a brief narration of the journey, explaining what happened to Illyria, although refraining from mentioning that she was later turned into a zombie. He makes sure to point out the ill omens and the successful destruction of the Golem. He concludes by asking the party if there is anything they would like to add. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 <div></div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">Mayoral Campaign: This is Kit's main task during the first week. He will campaign for Lavinia's election. He will say it's time for new leadership from a younger, more ambitious perspective, and the protective power of the Jade Ravens and the PC party is under Vandorboren employ. He will also follow Avner around and tell everyone about his faults and failures during their journey through the island's interior. When he gets a chance, he will bribe some servants within the Meravenchi manner for as much dirt as possible on the family.</div> Why would a resident listen to us? That's kinda my feeling on the whole politics thing. We just came here, and except for the pirate attack and trogs... it doesn't seem too bad here. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellFiremyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Lia brings up the Olman village and her interest to learn more about them. Nothing specific, but since one of the tasks involves the search for the eighth village, this seems important to her. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellTGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I think that is part of the "more info" bit Keno has been promising. We don't know anything about the colony. For all we know, Merevanchi is a great leader, but he's also likely to be a bad leader. One thing is for certain: if Merevanchi gets elected, Avner will likely receive some form of power, possibly leadership in the future. Kit is actually trying to defeat Avner, not his father. But two things are certain though: the Vandorborens started this colony and the party was hired to bring them back. It's practically Kit's JOB to get Lavinia elected (and he's trying to win all the brownie points he can get with her). The other definite point is the party's success in routing the pirates. The only thing all people can agree on is a need for security, and Kit is pretty sure the people will take the PC's over the militia any day.) * * * * * In response to the council meeting: "That is pretty much the way it happened," Kit says with regards to the journey. "But I'm more interested in the colony. How were things before the pirate raid? Surely a small colony had to endure many trials before we arrived." Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Grove happily accepts Vesserin's invitation. Grove also expresses and interest in locating the lost Olman village, since he, presumably has heard myths and legends of it before. (One thing about campaigning,it said that if anyone loses the Diplomacy check that 1d6 or something support the other person instead.....so what if we have our less diplomatic people campaign for Manthelay. Just a thought anyway, wink.gif ) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Good idea. I would even consider having Kit do it, being a Tiefling and all, if he wasn't the best diplomat in the group. Maybe hire some drunks to do it, or maybe get a few of the Jade Ravens involved) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "Yes, the Olman are quite interesting, but they have some rather backwards ways of looking at things," Telda Syren answers Lia. She doesn't seem to care that Grove is an Olman. "We get visitors from the tribes frequently, so you should have no problem meeting some of them." The council members take Kit's words to mean that the conversation regarding the party's trip across the Isle is now over and turn to bringing everyone up to todate on the status of the Colony. Before Lavinia arrived, there had been talk of abandoning the colony, but without any ships capable of crossing the open seas that idea had been shelved. The colony however seems to have been progressing nicely, having established good relations with the nearby Olman tribes. Re-supplies from Sasserine have definitely improved the spirits of the colonists, although some still harbor resentment at being left to fend for themselves for so long. (any responses, or shall we continue on?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Gandt responds simply to Ulvar, "I'm better at scaring people than inspiring them." He's not sure yet if he wants to get roped into any militia duty. He listens on an off as everyone else talks, but doesn't do any talking himself. He shifts a little uncomfortably when James gets to the part about the Golem. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 KIT NOTES (first time!): Sleight of Hand +13 * * * Kit was hoping for something to suggest the Meravenchi's are corrupt tyrants, but since it sounds like there won't be any need for a crusade of mischief and snooping, Kit begins to tune out the meeting. He will instead amuse himself by poking Liamae in various naughty areas just to see her reaction (but not in a highly obvious and noticeable way; he doesn't want to embarass her, just make her blush ?biggrin.gif ). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Aside from some tongue biting when Syren refers to the Olman, Grove primarily waits patiently for the meeting to be over. (It might be a good idea to see if Mantheylay's a good guy or not before we start screwing with him. Avner could just be a bad apple.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Yeah, that's why Kit is going to gather some dirt on the family. If he gets little, he's probably a good guy) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 The meeting drones on, with Kit amusing himself by stealthly poking Liamae. Suddenly the door to the chapel is thrown open, and a militiaman enters. He quickly surveys the room, then makes straight for Ulvar, handing the captain a piece of blood stained paper. "We found this on one of the dead pirates, sir." Ulvar reads over the paper, than hands it to Manthalay. "It would appear that this raid was just a warmup," Ulvar says gruffily. "The note states the attack is planned for mid summer. That gives us 3 months to prepare," Manthalay adds. "Prepare for what?" Telda asks, "Evacuation?" "NO," Lavinia practically screams as she leaps to her feet. "We will not evacuate. We'll prepare. This raid caught us off guard is all. We'll strengthen the defenses, recruit some help from the Olmans, and now, with James and the Southern Cross here, we'll be fine." The debate rages for a couple hours, but its finally decided to stay and defend the colony. (Next post I'll go over some of the task options. Right now I'm headed out to the golf course.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 KIT NOTES: Maybe a WIS check? Kit becomes puzzled by the sight of the paper. "May I see that? If this is connected to my father in some way, there might be something hidden in there." Kit doesn't really think his father has anything to do with the note, but he is a little curious about the carelessness of the pirates in revealing such an attack. He will try to determine who wrote the note (yeah, not likely), then he will ask to see the corpse of the pirate that held the note. Later, he will ask Jaccus if he knows anything about the attack. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Gandt makes a disgusted noise. "At this rate, we'll still be standing here talking by the time they attack," he "whispers" to Lia and Grove, though anyone within ten feet could probably hear him clearly. Then he speaks up. "Why are we waiting for them to hit first? Where do they make port?" d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Kit examines the paper. It's short and simple, stating the time and place of the attack, and commanding Slipknot and his band to keep watch on Farshore and report back the strength of arms of the colony. It is stamped with a red skull and cross bows, the symbol of the Crimson Fleet. When Kit asks Jaccus about it, he snorts, "That fool of a man, Slipknot, couldn't even follow simple directions." ***************** Ulvar looks at Gandt like he has a pair of antlers growing out of his head. "Take on the Crimson Fleet, at sea, with only one ship? Are you daft?" Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (Btw, I plan on re-posting and editing Kit's Task list when the missions become official, so ignore the other one) * * * * * Kit blinks in confusion after reading the note. "All this planning just so the Crimson Fleet can raid Farshore? Slipknot alone was enough to strain Farshore's defenses. Why did this plan matter?" Kit begins to rub the tip of his left horn. "Unless...they knew we were coming. And they knew we'd bring more people in a few months, so they would delay the real attack until then. More goods to steal, I guess, but I still smell a kobold." Kit looks up and smiles. "Or is it 'a rat'? The more popular term around here, right?" * * * * * In the same visit with Jaccus, Kit will question his father about Kit's suspicion. Later, he will tell James he suspects Jaccus is hiding something. He will need to be interrogated more thoroughly. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 (I can't remember if I said before or not, but Grove will offer a Zone of Truth spell to help in Jaccus' questioning.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 "They'd never see it coming..." Gandt grumbles. "And what's a few ships? Nothing we can't handle." He seems to underestimate the "fleet" part of the Crimson Fleet. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Kit: Jaccus snorts again. "I think those fools in the Crimson Fleet figured ol Slipknot didn't have enough men to mount an assault. Most of them are outcasts, and this was there chance to get back in on the good side of the Fleet. If there is a good side. I doubt anyone knew, or cared you were coming, boy." Gandt: "I like your spirit," Ulvar replies, "but we don't even know where the ships the fleet are sending are coming from. We'll just have to wait here for them." Ulvar then addresses everyone, "I'll start interogating the prisoners in the morning. If anyone wishes to join me, be at the militia barracks by the second bell." (I'm assuming just Kit and Grove will help with the interrogations, if anyone else wants to help, speak up.) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members September 2008 edited September 2008 Gandt will join in the interrogation. He'd like to find out where the ships are coming from, among other things. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members September 2008 edited September 2008 In response to Jaccus: "I don't believe that. Why should I? Have you ever been honest about anything? Look who was with us and look what we brought! Thousands of gold worth of equipment, and the captain of the returning fleet. They had all sorts of time to attack Farshore, but they only show up now." When Kit returns to James, he will give Jaccus the benefit of the doubt and suggest the pirates may have been planning a small attack, but the party's interference will probably cause the attack to be a lot bigger. They should prepare appropriately. And Kit will NOT join in the interrogations. Visiting Jaccus isn't just about getting information out of him, plus Kit is certain a full effort on Jaccus will involve beating him and Kit doesn't want to witness that (capturing him was different). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia has no interest in interrogation either. She finds it a brutal thing that other people do and wants no part.
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chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit: "Believe what ya want, my boy," Jaccus says then falls silent once again. Party: The night passes and the next morning finds James and Lavinia busily working with various colonists trying to form a plan of defense for the colony. Gandt and Grove head over to the militia headquarters to help out with the interogations. The first pirate brought out, a snivelling little man missing his right hand takes one look at Gandt and nearly faints. Before long the pirate is blurting out everything he knows, and begging not to be "fed to the monster." Grove casts his spell, helping to reinforce the truthfullness of the words. Turns out the pirate, who goes by the name of Lefty, doesn't really know too much. He points out where the Rat's End pirates, as they call themselves, had been camped before the raid, a large island to the west of Farshore the locals call "Emerald Isle". "Ol' Slipknot emptied the camp to make this raid," Lefty continues. "There were some of us against it. Especially that tiefling. Seems the Crimson Fleet had just asked for a scouting mission, but Slipknot thought we could strike, loot the place, and be gone long before the Crimson Fleet arrived." "So this Slipknot character planned to double cross the Crimson Fleet?" Ulvar asks, at which Lefty nods slowly. "He said with a two month head start, he was sure we could get away," Lefty continued. "Two months?" Ulvar asks. "Aye, the tiefling brought the orders several weeks ago, although I'm not sure how he got them. He rowed up to Rat's End several weeks ago, and immediately gave the orders to Slipknot. Said he was a representative of the Fleet, and twas staying with us until the attack came." Ulvar grunts, then takes a couple steps away from table where Lefty is sitting. "What do ye think?" he asks Gandt and Grove. Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia starts off her day by heading to the Apothecary's Infirmary to see what she cold do to help out with the wounded or to improve the place. If she's asked why, she will respond that she thinks a colony should have the best medical facilities possible, especially with help so far away. (If she needs to get a med kit for the task, she will try and get one for a good price, mentioning it's purely to help out Farshore. ^^) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia heads off to the Apothecary, where she finds Telda hard at work treating various cuts, scrapes, bruises, and other injuries. "I'll be with you in a moment," she says to the elf as she treats a colonist's burns with a foul smelling salve. As she finishes up, she turns back to Lia, looking her up and down. "You look healthy enough," she says with a grunt. "Don't tell me you need help with some "female" problem? I thought you elves had ways of dealing with that." Lia ignores the comment, and explains to Telda that she's here to help. "Oh, you're some kind of herbalist as well, are you." Eight hours of hard work later, Telda takes Lia aside. "I must apologize," she says, her gruff tone replaced by one of humility. "It's obvious you have quite a bit of skill, I've learned several things just by watching you today. I would appreciate it if you would come back and help tomorrow. I feel there is a lot I could learn from you." (I'm assuming that Lia accepts. At this point, Lia is tied up for 8 hours a day for the next 6 days.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia accepts. 8 hours a day? That leaves me 12 hours to find something else to do! Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Just out of curiosity, did Gandt make the save vs. Zone of Truth?) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (By Lia's action, is it safe to say we're officially into the tasks now?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Gandt did not, sorry. Officially, Lavinia has not asked the party to do anything, but Kit, acting on his own, might be able to stumble upon something.) Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "Between my spell and my rather.....intimidating comrade, it would be safe to say that he is speaking the truth." Grove then addresses Lefty "Do you have any idea as to the exact number of raiders that would be coming and what abilities the individuals have, by chance." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (So the party still isn't aware of the warehouse thefts, election race, trogs, colony improvements, or any of that yet, nor has been asked to do anything? I need to know, because Kit will not volunteer to do anything unless he feels there is gold to earn or women to impress) * * * * * Kit will get more involved in the black market until he has a better idea of what he needs to do (but not in the way you think; try as I might, I simply can't see Kit as a criminal mastermind). Kit will investigate the people involved and make sure there aren't any nasty thugs or merciless killers terrorizing the populace to keep the system functioning. He will also make sure there are no ties to the Crimson Fleet. If he does discover any of the above, he will immediately expose everyone involved (and kill anyone who escapes). Regardless of what happens, Kit will try to get his hands on some poisons for his own benefit. He doesn't understand the value of drugs or artifacts, so he will ignore those. Later, after it's plausible he has heard about Jaccus' connection to the Crimson Fleet, Kit will visit Jaccus yet again and try to figure out how he got involved with them. He will also try to get him to explain what happened after he left Kit's family (this last bit is more RP than an actual action). Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove and Gandt: Lefty is clueless about the number of raiders who might be coming. Kit: (What poisons is Kit looking for?) Kit does his best investigation. He finds that the criminal element is rather elementary. Almost a joke in fact. He's surprised they haven't all been arrested, they're so easy to find. In addition, he learns that there have been some thefts from warehouses lately, that the black marketers are at a loss to explain, since they haven't been involved. He also learns that Jeran, the keeper of records for Farshore, has been all abuzz about some new Olman village he thinks he's discovered. The black marketers are hoping to insinuate themselves in the expedition Jeran is trying to form in order to smuggle out some new artifacts. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 KIT NOTES: Intimidate +2, Diplomacy +14 Kit will try to take a poison that can be easily applied to a weapon and does STR and/or CON damage. If not (likely), he won't bother. He won't pay for any of this. He will threaten exposure if any of the black marketers make a fuss. Kit will look into the warehouse thefts the day after he's finished with the black marketers, if only because he thinks it may be connected to an undiscovered criminal element in Farshore. He thinks the guards are being bribed, so he uses his usual Charm for the investigation. He will try to enlist the aid of Grove and any other party member or Jade Raven with a reputation for gathering information. If he doesn't get a good lead, he will give up the investigation. He will also tell Urol about the Olman village. Kit hopes Urol will get lost and disappear during the trip. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Once the interrogation is over and they have reported their findings, Grove will leave to meet Vesserin Catherly at the Chapel as he promised. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 NOTES: Sense Motive +0, Intimidate +10 Gandt would have been making use of Sense Motive throughout the proceedings, but he's really relying on the others to make the call on whether Grove?s spell took hold or not (save one of those for Jaccus, by the way, if you have any left). Gandt?s method of determining honesty is a little more blunt. He had already decided ahead of time that he wouldn't like what Lefty had to say. ?What do I think?? he replies to Ulvar. Then, trying too look as much like a big dumb brute as possible, he looks at Lefty. ?I think someone here is lying. Are you lying to me?? When he says ?someone?, he?s referring to either Lefty or the writer of the note, but Lefty doesn?t have to know that. ?I see you don't have too many fingers left. You wouldn't want any of them broken now, would you? Now let's try this again.? (Intimidate +10). Gandt is just trying to verify what Lefty said about the Emerald Isle being abandoned, the 2-month countdown to the arrival of the Fleet, and his ignorance about the strength of the Fleet. He doesn't actually intend to break any fingers here. This will be his strategy for interrogating the other pirates, too. Hear the whole story from them without any prodding, then jump in with Intimidate to see if that changes anything. Also, after they?re done with Lefty, he recommends keeping the prisoners separated from each other so they don?t know what to expect during the interrogation. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit: The black marketers only have access to Arsenic, Id Moss, Striped Toadstool, Oil of taggit, black adder venom, small centipede poison, blood root, greenblood oil, Blue whinnis, and medium spider venom (basically any poison under 200 gp in cost, with the exception of Drow Poison). They currently only have Arsenic, Striped Toadstool, and black adder venom available (2 doses of each). The black marketers cringe when Kit mentions the authorities. "Look man, we don't want any trouble. We're just trying to make a little extra on the side." They hand over the black adder venom (I'm assuming Kit just wanted the injury poison, if not, let me know). (We'll do the investigation at the Warehouse in a bit, does Grove go with Kit?) The Interrogation: "I'm telling the truth, honest!" Lefty says as he trembles before Gandt. A stain slowly spreads out from the crotch of his pants. Ulvar snorts in disgust. "Take this piece of filth away," he orders one of the militia men. The next three pirates that are brought in all tell more or less the same story as Lefty. "Bring the tiefling," Ulvar orders. Several minutes pass, and the militiaman returns without Jaccus. "He's escaped!" the militiaman blurts out. "WHAT?!?!?" Ulvar roars, loud enough even to make Gandt wince. "What are you still doing here, find him!" The militiaman turns and runs from the room. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Unless Kit needs Grove for the investigation, he'll make his way to the Chapel for his meeting with Vesserin. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Kit is doing his investigation tomorrow) Grove makes his way to the chapel. Vesserin is busily working to repair the damaged windows and doors when Grove arrives. He wipes his brow as Grove approaches. "please, come inside," he says. "Can I get you some tea?" Once the two are inside, Vesserin becomes serious. "I see you are a follower of Pelor," he says, motioning to Grove's holy symbol. "Have you heard of Noltus Innersol? He is a Pelorian Missionary who left here about a year or so ago to travel the Olman villages. Lately, I can't seem to get thoughts of him out of my mind. I fear something bad has happened to him." Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "Indeed I have heard of him. He was the man who instructed me in the teachings of Pelor. However, no one from my village has seen him in many months." Grove's face turns grim. "Given my recent experiences with my comrades on the Isle, this is very dire news indeed. Would you mind describing these feelings? Perhaps if my comrades and I are able to, we could provide some assistance in locating him." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "The thoughts are vague," Vesserin confesses. ?"It's just a nagging bad feeling, that something has happened to him." "There are other matters that I must also discuss with you," Vesserin begins, when the door to the chapel opens, and Liamae sticks her head in. "Master Vesserin, may I have a word?" she asks. "Certainly," Vesserin says, then turns to Grove, "I'll be just a moment." Vesserin steps out, and this gives Grove a moment to survey the chapel. ?There are numerous niches and alters setup up to a large number of gods and goddess. ?It would appear that the chapel is not dedicated to any one god. Vesserin returns. ?"Nice girl, that Liamae," he says. ?"She barely survived the trip here, and for a while we thought she wouldn't make it. ?But Rudd smiled upon her. ?Perhaps that is why she has thrown herself into the task of caring for the chapel with such fervor, I do not know. ?But alas, I am rambling. ?Anyhow, I'm sure you are aware that like most towns, people die in Farshore, from time to time. ?Our cemetary is small, but with our other duties, it is hard for us to keep it tended as I would like. ?And I believe in some quarters of the town, people are beginning to fear the undead may yet rise from the cemetary. ?I have been told there is a spell that can be used to sanctify the ground and prevent the dead from rising. ?Is it possible you are capable of casting this spell?" (I'm sure you've figured it out, but the spell he is refering to is Hallow). Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "I must apologize, for I currently lack the training and ability to cast the spell you require. However, as soon as I acquire the ability to perform the spell you need I would be more than happy to perform this service for you." "Also, if there are any other services that I could aid you with, hopefully you will not hesitate to ask." "If you have the time, perhaps you could tell me more about the chapel you have setup here. It does not appear to be dedicated to any single deity, but rather a plethora of them. I would imagine one is rather strained to accomodate so many beliefs under such harsh circumstances." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit doesn't NEED Grove, but it would help. If he can't get Grove, he will see if James is available. The medium spider and black adder poison will do. He will take as much as he can fit in a belt pouch (he'll purchase an extra one). Again, he refuses to pay. If they make a fuss, he will tell them to be happy Kit isn't forcing them to share a cut of the profits. Do they have large scorpion poison? It's exactly 200gp and seems like a reasonable creature for the isle of dread. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Gandt sighs, then plods after the militiaman. He goes to Jaccus' cell to find out the circumstances of his escape. Is there any indication where he might have gone? If there is no hint of his whereabouts, it doesn't take long for Gandt to figure out that an escaped pirate has two options: run into the jungle, or try to escape by sea. "Is anyone guarding the Blue Nixie?" Gandt asks Ulvar. He runs to the docks. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove: "Certainly," Vesserin says with a nod. He then proceeds to explain how the colonists are a varied lot, with worships from several different churches. He and the accolytes, along with Liamae, spend a lot of time simply in keeping the various shrines in the chapel clean and in good repair. "I could use the help of someone like yourself with some of the tasks around the chapel here. We're desperately in need of spell casting. And perhaps you could teach the acolytes as well. Say for a week or so? Until we get the back on our feet, of course. I know you are busy, but any help you could give would be greatly appreciated, both by myself, and the colonists. Gandt: Gandt spends some time investigating the jail cell (It appears, to his untrained eye, that Jaccus simply picked the lock). The militiamen are leading a couple hounds about outside the barracks, trying to locate the scent of the tiefling. "There would only be a few men at the docks," Ulvar answers. He barks an order for a squad to go down to the docks, while Gandt runs on ahead. On his way to the docks, Gandt notices Kit having a conversation with a couple locals near one of the warehouses. At the docks things seem relatively quiet. A couple of dock workers are busily securing lines to the burnt out hull of the Hellfire, trying to drag it up on the shore, but other than that the area seems quiet. The squad of four militiamen arrive just moments later. They seem to be waiting for orders from Gandt. Kit: (Yes, they should have access to Large Scorpion poison. They currently do not have any in stock, however.) Kit takes a belt pouch from one of the men, just to be sure he has enough room for the poisons. The man glares at Kit, but doesn't say anything to his face. Out of the corner of his eye, Kit sees Gandt running towards the docks. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit is operating under the impression Jaccus is still locked up nice and tight, plus I'm certain Gandt will be out of earshot by the time Kit finishes his conversation. Kit will continue with his tasks as normal, so on to the warehouse. If someone takes the time to tell Kit what is going on, he will join Gandt on the docks for awhile, then go to the warehouse. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 NOTES: Listen/Spot +0 Gandt does get Kit's attention and tell him what's going on. ?Without going into detail about Jaccus' connection to the Crimson Fleet, he just explains that it would be A Bad Thing if Jaccus doesn't turn up. He asks the dock guards if anyone has boarded the Blue Nixie recently. ?If someone has, of course go investigate, but if not, he simply instructs the four militiamen to stand guard on the ship. ?"Use this if you see anything," he says, tossing one of them his signal whistle. Gandt meanwhile remains on the dock and scans the town for Lia. ?When he doesn't spot her, he takes a deep breath, cups his hands around his mouth, and bellows: <span style='font-size:12pt;line-height:100%'>"LIA! WHERE ARE YOU?"</span> He figures they ought to get Tamaska on the job as well as the hounds. If Lia hears him and shows up, great. They can use some of Jaccus' old possessions as a starting point for the scent. If Lia doesn't show up, Gandt waits at the docks for several minutes to see if anything happens. If nothing does, he starts to head back toward the barracks to see if Ulvar and the others have discovered anything. He keeps his eyes open for any hints and his ears open for the signal whistle, of course. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia is indoors, and the penalty she takes on her listen check is just barely enough that she doesn't hear Gandt yelling. (Still getting used to this new board system) The militiamen report they have seen no one but dock workers on or near the Blue Nixie. After a few frustrating minutes, Gandt returns to the barracks. Ulvar is no where to be seen, but a militiaman informs Gandt that the hounds tracked Jaccus' scent to the wall surrounding the colony, and Ulvar is leading the search for the missing tiefling. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "Unless my commitments to my companions prohibit me, consider me at you service for the time being." Grove then stands, thanks Vesserin and will then return to the Vandeboren's mansion to if anyone else has anything to report. (Who knows, maybe he'll hear Gandt shouting. tounge2.gif ) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Despite being back outside, and relatively close, Grove fails to hear Gandt. Perhaps he has some cotton stuffed in his ears. Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit must have gotten lost while searching for this warehouse that needs to be investigated. biggrin.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Quote:(TG Barighm @ Oct. 08 2008, 12:11 PM) wrote: Kit must have gotten lost while searching for this warehouse that needs to be investigated. biggrin.gif (That's not until tomorrow, and if Kit went with Gandt, then Kit is with Gandt) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 I guess Kit will go with Gandt, but he won't hang around. He will just assume Jaccus has way too much of a head start and give up on him. Kit will then try to do whatever he was doing that day (assuming he has time to do it). Kit will suggest the dock crews check for missing dinghies.
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Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Is it the type of wall you could stand on? If so, Gandt sees if he could get a better vantage point from up there. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Yes, it a wide wall with walkways between the towers. I think Kit has accomplished everything he set out to do on this day.) Gandt scrambles up onto the wall and begins scanning the forest. He can see Ulvar and a couple militiamen, along with the hounds mulling around the edge of the forest. Kit leaves, and heads back to the Vanderboren Manor. Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Hmm... either I'm missing something, or this is supposed to happen.) Gandt checks in with Ulvar, reports that nothing seems unusual at the docks, and inquires whether they have any leads. Unless Ulvar has some other plan for him, he will then get back up on the wall and keep a lookout for any sign of Jaccus. But once he tires of that, he leaves the (astonishingly inept) militia to find the tiefling and makes his way back to Vanderboren manor to report the findings of the day's interrogation. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Ulvar nods as Gandt approaches. "We tracked him to the edge of the jungle, but then it appears he took to the trees. They're so thick here, he could move for miles through them and we'd never know what direction he went." He slams his fist into his palm, causing several of the militiamen to jump. From there, Gandt heads back to the manor. (bigger update coming tomorrow) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Don't ask me. I only created him for the one fight. Everything else is all Keno. biggrin.gif ) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 The party meets up again at the Vanderboren Manor later that day. After a rather lavish dinner (Lavinia once again expresses her gratitude and thankfulness at the party's return). Zan and Tolin noticeably grimace at the amount of attention Lavinia is directing towards the party. Once dinner is completed, Lavinia takes time to highlight some areas were the colony is in need. (See previously released list). Tolin volunteers the Jade Ravens to deal with the Trogs. "It'll be a piece of cake," he assures Lavinia. Amella accepts the job of guiding the Blue Nixie back to Sasserine. "I'll get the job done," she says, then looks at Gandt, "Would you mind helping make sure the ship is sound, and with the loading." "Grove, your people have been building defenses against the isle for years, do you know anyone who might be able to help us improve the defenses here?" James asks. Savage Tide Info bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove answers James query, "I do know of one man who might be of some use. Nauyolt, is his name. He has been shown to be quite adept at construction and architecture in the past. Being Olman, he may be wary of helping outsiders, but I think I may be able to convince him that the pirates mean to do harm to the entire isle and not just Farshore." \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 KIT NOTES: Diplomacy +14 "That sounds good. Make sure this Nauyolt don't include those zombie handlers in the defenses. I don't care who you are, zombies will make everyone uneasy, and before you know it, we got the church of St. Cuthbert or Pelor in here touting 'holy crusade," Kit says in reply to Grove. He then turns to Tolin. "I suggest you hold off on attacking the trogs until Gandt is available to help. You will also want Grove and maybe Lia, but at the very least, wait for Gandt. If Tolin continues to push the issue, Kit will take Tolin aside and try to talk him (Diplomacy) out of attacking the trogs with just the Jade Ravens. The next day, Kit will go back to trying to get that lead in the warehouse thefts. If he can't get one, he will move on to his next task, but we'll see how the warehouse thing goes. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Gandt had been in a pretty foul mood after the unpleasant day, but all that has practically melted away from all the food and attention. Quote: wrote: Would you mind helping make sure the ship is sound, and with the loading "Sure thing, Cap'n," he is quick to agree. Quote: wrote: I suggest you hold off on attacking the trogs until Gandt is available to help. It's pretty clear that the Ravens are out to prove something, so Gandt won't step on their toes if they decide to go it alone. But he'd like to go along on this mission, so if Kit succeeds in convincing them, all the better. (I notice Kit volunteered everyone but himself to go deal with the stinkers. laugh.gif Anyway, I will get back to you on those other tasks.) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (lol I knew someone would notice. If you asked Kit, he'd say he has plans, but in reality, he just doesn't see enough gold in it to bother) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Tolin grimaces when Kit makes his suggestion. "Perhaps you are correct," he says with a sigh. "Well, lets move on," Lavinia says. "I think we need some allies if we are to defeat the pirates. The Olman tribes are an obvious source, of course, but there are others as well. My mother's journal made reference to a race called the phanatons, small creatures with remarkable intelligence. Also, I've been told that there used to be rakastas on the island, and although no one has seen one for years, there weapons are said to be of superior quality." "I would also like to try and recover the Sea Wyvern. From what I've been told, the ship itself seem to be in okay condition, if we could simply repair the hull. It would also be good if we could access the tar pits. The tar would be help for repairing the ships and shoring up the defenses." "I understand that you've all been through a lot these last few months," James says, taking over for his sister. "And I know someone of you have already made committments to help out colonists this week. I would suggest you take this week to rest, and gather any supplies you need, and we'll set out early next week to try and secure the Olman Aid." "What about the Trogs?" Tolin asks. "Scout them out. Try to see how many we're really dealing with," James says. Tolin scowls, but remains silent. ************************************ The next day, the Jade Ravens depart the colony on a scouting mission. Meanwhile, Gandt, Grove and Lia all participate their tasks. James accompanies Kit to the warehouses to question the guards. It doesn't take them long to ascertain that the attacks occur approximately once per week, and always at night. It's been 4 nights since the last break in. After a lengthy investigation of the guards, Kit and James arrive at the conclusion that the guards are not involved in thefts. "I thought sure one or more of the guards had to be involved," James confides in Kit. "Perhaps we should stake out the warehouses." (Does Kit continue with this, or give up on it.) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 That does seem like a good lead, and Kit is a great ambusher. Kit will make plans with James, and any Jade Raven who is also talented at stealth (if they're available), to be at the warehouse, at night, for the next few days. He will be sure to NOT let the guards know about his plans. During the day, Kit will go about trying to secure Lavinia's victory in the local election. Basically as described before, including harassing Avner and telling everyone how big a dumbass he is. biggrin.gif Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 The first night, James and Kit are left to stake out the warehouse alone, as the Jade Ravens have not yet returned from their scouting mission. The night passes quietly, with no sign of the thief. The second day, the Jade Ravens return. Tolin reports that they counted 8 trogs. He estimates that there are anywhere from 8 to 16 they did not see. He also notes that trogs stink every bit as much as he had heard they did. The second night Zan joins Kit and James. Around 2 in the morning, Kit spots something hopping toward the warehouses. He's not exactly sure what it is as it disappears, then reappears moments later a little closer to the warehouse. It stops suddenly, and turns toward the spot where James is hiding and disappears again, but not before Kit realizes it has 4 arms. (action?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "Why do I take you anywhere," Kit mumbles in James direction. Kit will suggest they move to a new hiding spot and hope the creature appears again. If it doesn't, then Kit will ask what supplies are being stolen. (Can Kit tell if the creature is gorilla-ish?) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (The creature is not gorrila-ish) Just as Kit is about to suggest the move, the creature appears again, behind James. It makes a grab for one of James' daggers, but just can't get the dagger free of the sheath. James gives a yelp and spins around. As he does so the creature clamps its teeth onto his arm, but it barely breaks the skin. (-1 HP) Init: Kit: 19 4 Armed Hopping Creature: 13 James: 9 Zan: 6 (action?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 KIT NOTES: Sap +13 ATK / 1d6+4 NL, Sneak Attack +4d6 NL, Telling Blow Kit will pull out his sap and attempt his usual Flank and Sneak Attack maneouver. He wants to try and capture it alive. I have no idea if we're hiding among crates in the warehouse or just ducked behind barrels in an alley, so I'm not sure if Kit is capable of flanking the creature. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 GROVE NOTES: Know(Religion) +11 Grove reports back to Vesserin to help out in any way he can with the chapel. When he is not engage in chapel duties he'll help Kit campaign for Lavinia(Aid Another), but only in convincing townsfolk, not so much in harassing Avner. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Kit, James and Zan are outside the warehouses. The area is pretty open, except for the few items the three had taken cover behind.) Round 1: Kit circles around, and attacks! He clubs the creature over the head with his sap, knocking it silly (-17 NL). The creature fades from view. "Where'd it go?" James asks. Zan looks around as well. (Action for Kit?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (I know what it is. biggrin.gif ) Gandt goes about his work at the docks, helping with the loading and any repairs the Blue Nixie might need. He does whatever Amella asks of him without complaint. To pass the time, he makes some attempts at small talk ("I bet it'll be good to be back on the sea, eh?" or "Where'd you get that scar?") He realizes that she won't return until well after the Crimson Fleet attacks. Other tasks: -Gandt will head out with the Jade Ravens to deal with the trogs whenever they're ready. However, he will buy a couple Antitoxins first. -He goes to the smithy to introduce himself and help out. He'll just stick to the armorsmithing portion of the task for now. -He checks out the Hellfire to see if there's anything he can do to help recover it. -When does James want to leave to repair the Sea Wyvern? And if Amella takes the Nixie, how are we getting there? -He'll help with the construction of a watchtower, but only if asked. (I'm not sure if this is something the colony can do on its own, without the party's help.) (About how much time do these tasks take up?) -In his free time, Gandt will get to work setting up shop at Vanderboren Manor. He'll make his armorsmithing skills available to the colony. (Can Craft stand in for Profession for the purpose of earning money here? Keeping in mind that Gandt gets a 25% discount on the raw materials.) For the party, he'll offer to make armor at half the normal cost. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Quote: wrote: (I know what it is. ) (Stop teasing me. tounge2.gif ) * * * * * "Quiet," Kit orders. He begins to whisper, "Zan, watch the rooftops and windows. Stay close and keep an eye out." Kit will quickly search behind the things they were hiding behind, then he will try to Spot the creature out. He suspects the creature is gone, but he will still draw his rapier and hold it in his off-hand. He still has the sap in his mainhand. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (James, Kit and Zan) Several tense moments pass, but there is not further sign of the creature. "Do you think we scared it off for good?" Zan asks. "Doubtful," James mutters as he examines his wound. The trio return to the manor. They describe the creature to Lia, who identifies it at as most likely being Etheral Filcher. (Gandt) "Yes, I do miss the sea," Amella answers Gandt's first question, but refuses to comment on the second. Gandt estimates that with the right tools, and a ready supply of workers and materials, he could have the Hellfire sea worthy again in 3-4 weeks. The other smiths in town are all happy to make Gandt's aquaintance. Gandt purchases his antitoxin vials. James thinks fixing the Sea Wyvern is low on the list of priorities. (Lia) Lia succeeds on her task of helping out the healers. +250XP (Grove) Perhaps it was because he spent time helping Kit as well, but Grove doesn't seem to meet the spiritual needs of the colonists (you can retry). (Kit) Kit campaigns for Lavinia. Together he and Grove convince 16 colonists to vote for Lavinia (+160 XP Kit, +80 XP Grove). Kit tries his darndest to harass Avner, resulting in a large shouting match between the two that ends with Avner threatening to kill Kit. Kit is not able to convince people not to vote for Manthalay, but neither is Avner able to convince anyone to vote for Manthalay. (I'm assuming everyone but Kit will participate in the Trog hunt at the beginning of the second week, correct?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 KIT NOTES: Diplomacy +14 Kit will participate in the Trog hunt if somebody pays him (or Lavinia asks nicely). In the meantime, Kit will try to get some dirt on the Manthalay family by finding some servants and charming them (Diplomacy). He will offer a little gold as a last resort. As far as the warehouse is concerned, Kit will guard it for a couple more nights. After that, he will suggest hiring guards with low-light vision to guard the warehouse at night. Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia will participate in the hunt as well. (We need to square away what tricks Tamaska has and needs so I can spend these weeks on getting those up to snuff.) Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove also joins in on the Trog hunt. If Grove doesn't have the time to help out around the Chapel in the time leading up to the Trog hunt, he'll help Kit in staking out the warehouse. If he gets to join in guarding the warehouse, he'll swap Bull's Strength and Delay Poison for two uses of Hold Person. (I'm assuming that's probably why you wanted Grove.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Kit: Left to his own devices, Kit stakes out the warehouse for a couple more nights, but nothing out of the ordinary happens. He continues his campaigning, but doesn't really find out anything about the Meravanchis that he doesn't already know, namely that Manthalay is annoyed that Avner has come to the colony. The Party - Kit + Jade Ravens: Somehow, the Troglodytes get the jump on the party! Surprise round: A volley of javelins suddenly erupt from the forest. Tolin and Zan, leading the group, take the worst of it but their armor repels most of the strikes (-6HP, -8HP). Gandt manages to deflect 4 javelins, while the last one deflects harmlessly off of Grove's shield. (The trogs, and two monitor lizards, are arranged in a semi-circle surrounding the party, 40 feet away.) Init and Status: Kaskus: 21 Tolin: 20 (-6HP) Monitor Lizardsx2: 20 Gandt: 18 Trogsx11: 17 Liamae: 15 Zan: 14 (-8HP) Lia: 13 Grove: 10 (Actions?) Savage Tide Info TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Tired of guarding the warehouse, Kit will try another round of campaigning for Lavinia. If the trog hunt lasts a week, Kit's next task is to search for militia volunteers. (How much time do we have left?) *And the old die roller is back Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Whatever the rest of the party does, Gandt stays close by. As long as no enemies are in range, he takes Total Cover and moves to protect the party from further volleys of javelins. Once the trogs start to close in, he switches defense for offense. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove will first load his crossbow and fire at the oncoming Trogs. If any allies fall below 50% hp, he'll start using his CLW wand on them to bring their health back up. If it falls below 75%, he'll use CCW on them instead. Once the trogs get in close enough for melee combat, he'll cast Divine Power with Divine Metamagic - Extend feat (using two turn attempts) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Say, what level is Zan and Tolin, and the other Jade Ravens? Maybe Kit can train them a bit and get their levels up. If he is 5 levels higher, he should be able to until they come within 4 levels. I'm also wondering if it would be better for Gandt to mass produce armor and weapons for the colony's militia, and create high quality pieces, for the Jade Ravens. If the colonists are ill-equipped, it should help a lot, and higher level NPC's running around is also a good thing. Not sure how much of an overall difference it would make, but it strikes me as a more useful endeavor overall for Gandt to actually use his Armorsmithing skill than to ad-hoc a Craft skill. I'm also wondering if it would be better to simply sink the Hellfire in the bay, for defensive purposes, and save the colony's craftsman for building better defenses. If the colony really needs a ship for trading, they can always get the Wyvern. Also, since we're outside the cannon era, I don't see much use in having a ship to defend the bay. You'd be better off sticking wizards on a boat, or Lia on a shark's back, and sending them up to the ships to attack) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (was waiting for Myst, but I guess he's not going to post for Lia. The Jade Ravens' stat sheets can be found here. It contains their stats for the beginning of this chapter. To answer your earlier question, we're at the start of week 2, the pirates are scheduled to arrive (based on the information the party has) at the end of week 8. And in case I forgot to mention earlier, the Blue Nixie has departed for Sasserine. The party can get to the sea wyvern by borrower ships (albeit small ones) from the Olmans, or hoofing it back over land.) Round 1: Kaskus casts a spell. At first, it appears something might be happening at the feet of the Trogs, but if so the effect fades away quickly. "Let them come to us," he says calmly, before ducking behind a tree. Tolin fires a pair of arrows at the closest trog. They barely pierce the skin. (-3HP, -4HP) The Monitor lizards charge forward, and immediately yelp in pain. (-4HP, -2HP). The second lizard seems to have injured its feet. It pulls up short (20 feet from Tolin and Zan) while the first continues to charge Tolin. Tolin's armor is just not quite enough to withstand the bite (-8HP). Gandt tries to position himself where he will be the most effective at shielding the party. The trogs unleash another hail of javelins, this time focusing on the large bulk that is Gandt. The javelins bounce harmlessly away. Liamae runs up behind Tolin and touches him. Most of his wounds heal (+12Hp). "Be careful," she chides. Zan flanks the monitor lizard and attacks, it's nearly enough to take the lizard out (-20HP). Lia calls forth the power of nature in a furious blast of lightning! The Trog struck by Tolin earlier is left smoking, barely standing (-11HP). Grove loads and fires. The shot goes wide, disappearing into the forest. Round 2: Kaskus summons a ball of fire into his hand, and throws it at the wounded Trog. He goes up like a torch. Tolin steps back, and fires another pair of arrows, focusing on the lizard in front of him. The arrows blast through it, pinning it to the ground and a spray of blood. The remaining monitor lizard moves around Gandt, but can't quite make it to Zan. Gandt continues to cover. The trogs charge! And immediately start hopping and limping about in pain. (-7HP,-4HP,-4HP,-2HP,-2HP,-3HP,-8HP,-7HP,-4HP,-8HP) (Speed halved for all but one). They stop still 20 feet away, confused looks of pain on their faces. A sudden stench fills the air, washing over Gandt, Zan, Tolin and Liamae. With so many Trogs approaching, it only stands to reason that the four are overcome by the stench (sickened, 10 rounds). Liame steps back, to try and give herself some more room and graps one of her wands. A silvery rapier appears next to one of the Trogs and stabs at the trog, who narrow avoids it. Zan backs away as well, switching his dagger for his shortbow. Lia unleashes another bolt of doom! Or perhaps just of ticklishness, as the trog seems barely effected (-4HP). Groves fires another crossbow bolt. It slices through the left most Trog, dropping him instantly (-15HP). Init and Status: Kaskus: 21 SpU: Stone Spikes, Produce Flame Tolin: 20 (-2HP. sickened 10 rounds) Monitor Lizard: 20 (-4HP, speed halved) Gandt: 18 (sickened 10 rounds) Trogsx9: 17 (-4HP,-4HP,-6HP (speed normal),-2HP,-3HP,-8HP,-7HP,-4HP,-8HP) Liamae: 15 (SpU: CLW, sickened 10 rounds) Zan: 14 (-8HP. sickened 8 rounds) Lia: 13 SpU: Call Lightning Grove: 10
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Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 If the remaining monitor lizard is still alive, Gandt moves to finish it. Otherwise, he spends round 3 behind his tower shield. If the troglodytes come within 10 feet during that time, he starts full-attacking on round 4. (Spread the two attacks between two trogs if possible.) If the trogs are still hanging back in round 4, Gandt ignores Kaskus' advice and moves forward to 10-foot range, attacking whichever trog is unfortunate enough to be nearest to him. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (I totally forgot. I had a far too hectic weekend and Martin didn't poke me today!) Lia likes the zappity action with the CL and will continue to use two strikes, unless she knows anything for sickened. tounge2.gif Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove maintains his distance for now and keeps firing bolts at the Trogs. As before, if anyone falls below 50% health, he'll move in and start using his CLW wand. And if it looks like the melee fighters are having too much trouble he'll use Divine Power (Divine Metamagic - Extend Spell) and join in the melee. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (You never came online Yesterday, and my internet disappeared again over the weekend) Round 3: Kaskus throws another ball of fire. The flames burn the trog (-8HP) but he doesn't catch fire. Tolin fires at the lizard. He misses by a mile. The lizard attacks Zan. Zan nimbly steps aside. Gandt steps to his left, and barely manages to hit the lizard. The lizard is bloodied, and falls over, dead (+1 kill). The trogs part like a wave around Gandt, heading straight for Tolin and Zan. Tolin manages to dodge all the blows but one, and its almost unnoticeable (-1HP). Zan's not so lucky, he gets hammered pretty hard (-17HP). The stench spreads, encompassing Grove in its sickly embrace. (sickened 10 rounds) Liamae begins casting another spell, while her silvery rapier pursues and fatally stabs a Trog. Liamae completes her spell, and two bolts of silvery energy leap from her fingers, striking one of the Trogs attacking Zan (-9HP). It's not quite enough to drop the trog, but he's looking pretty wounded. Zan tumbles backwards, provoking numerous attacks. He almost makes it through, but one club manages to strike him, sending him sprawling at Liamae's feet. (-5HP). Lia summons another bolt of lightning. Another trog goes down (+1 kill). Grove moves forward and taps Zan with his wand. He manages to heal some of his wounds (+10HP) Round 4: Kaskus heaves another ball of fire into the fray. Again he strikes (-7HP) and this time the trogs meager clothing does catch fire. Tolin drops his bow and draws his shortswords. He lays into the healthiest looking Trog with a series of slashes. Only one strike manages to land (-7HP). Gandt decides its time to clean house. He takes a step to bring the trogs surrounding Tolin in range, and with a roar lays into the closest one with his shield. The massive strike cleanly severs the trogs torso, sending blood splashing across Tolin and the rest of the trogs. (+1 kill) The burning trog drops to the ground and rolls away from tolin, putting out the flames. The remaining to trogs take swings at Tolin, then move away from Gandt. Neither strike lands. The remaining 3 trogs move to surround the prone Zan. Only one of them hits (-2HP). Liamae tries another spell. Again the silvery bolts streak from her fingers and slam into the trog, dropping him. Zan rolls to the side, again getting clipped by a club (-6HP) but this time he manages to regain his feet. Lia calls down another bolt of lightning. There's no saving the trog this time, as he fries from the intensity of the blast. (+1 kill) Grove reloads his crossbow and fires another bolt. At this close range (10 feet) there's no way he can miss. The bolt blasts through the back of the trogs skull (+1 kill) Round Cleanup! Kaskus tosses another ball of fire; the prone trog and several surrounding bushes are burnt to a crisp. Tolin weaves a deadly series of cuts, and catching the tip of his sword on an exposed root loses his grip on it. It clanks to the ground near Grove. Gandt steps past Tolin and plasters another trog. (+1 kill) The remaining trog turns and runs. Right into Kaskus' field of trapped rocks. He falls flat on his face. Grove expends another two charges to heal most of Zan's wounds Status: Kaskus: 21 SpU: Stone Spikes, Produce Flame Tolin: 20 (-10HP. sickened 7 rounds) Gandt: 18 (sickened 7 rounds, 3 kills) Liamae: 15 (SpU: CLW, Magic Missile x2, sickened 8 rounds) Zan: 14 (-12 HP. sickened 7 rounds) Lia: 13 SpU: Call Lightning, 2 kills Grove: 10 (Sickened 8 rounds), 1 kill Tolin sheepishly picks up his bow and shortsword. EXP: Gandt: 500 Grove: 450 Lia: 350 "Come on," Tolin says. "We're not too far from their caves." Tolin is pushing for an immediate attack on the caves, any objections? Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "And I thought they smelled bad on the outside," Gandt coughs. He has no objections. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Kit's next update will occur after the trog hunt, right? I suppose he can't help the Jade Ravens. How well is the local militia equipped? I can't imagine them having anything better than studded leather) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here bebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Quote:(Soulweaver @ Oct. 21 2008, 7:39 AM) wrote: "And I thought they smelled bad on the outside," thumbs-up.gif Grove suggests waiting for a moment to regroup, wait for the sickness to wear off, heal anyone that still needs it, and cast Recitation (I think I've been trying to do this without that holy text bit. Can I still do that? If not, Bless will work) with the Divine Metamagic feat. After that, he'll agree to go after the Trogs. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (I couldn't find any loss of bolts if we wait, so unless I'm wrong...) Lia has no issue with waiting for people to get over the sickness, but she's surprised Tamaska didn't sense them coming (smell listen spot). Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Perhaps he has a head cold and can't smell well right now.) The party recovers, and then Kaskus leads them around the trapped stones areas. The trail widens and the number of trees grows fewer as they progress along. At a split in the trail, Tolin leads the party uphill, then motions for silence. The faint stench of Troglodytes permeates the air here, although its not enough to make one feel sick. "Their caves are below," Tolin says, motioning towards the direction the other trail went. "Most of their hunters have to be dead now, so I think a direct, frontal assault would be the fastest way to deal with them." (Objections to the plan?) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Even if it seemed like there was any other way, Gandt would be in favor of a frontal assault. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png TGBarighm TGBarighm Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (If Kit were present he would suggest a quick scouting mission, or a dummy to run in and trip whatever traps the trogs have waiting for the party. It only takes one spellcaster with a readied action to decimate a party) Barighm Boards Archives-old game threads stored here Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Yeah, but I'm kind of relying on everyone else to be the cautious ones here. smile.gif ) d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Since the only vote appears to be for a direct frontal assault.....) The party circles around to get a clear view of the caves. Two troglodytes are standing guard at the cave entrance, and the sounds of other troglodytes can be heard coming from the cave. Surprise Round! Init: Zan: 20 Tolin: 17 Kaskus: 15 Lia: 12 Liamae: 8 Gandt: 7 Trogs: 6 (after this round) Grove: 5 (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia holds on zapping them for now, looking for a clean bow shot, unless the npc's get in the way. Otherwise, try and find a spot to see down the entrance, in case the Trogs can alert the others. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Grove resumes his plan of staying further back and firing crossbow bolts at the oncoming Trogs. (Would it be possible to cast Daylight on a bolt and then fire into the cave? That might give us a good view of what's going on in there.) \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 NOTES: Charging Shield Slam +2 att/-2 AC, daze DC 21 Gandt looks for a clear path to Charge and Shield Slam, hoping to daze one of the trogs before it can send up the alarm. If there's no clear path, he just tries to get into melee range and clobber them in the normal fashion. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Grove: Yes, that would be possible) Surprise Round: Zan fires his bow. The Troglodyte to the right of the cave entrance suddenly grabs at his thigh (-6HP). Tolin follows that up by putting two more arrows in the trog, he goes down. Kaskus begins casting a spell. A bolt of lightning falls out of the clear blue sky, striking the remaining trog and making a rather loud clap of thunder. Tolin shoots the druid a nasty glare. (-10HP). Lia lets fly with her bow, and pins the trogs head into the stone behind it (+1 kill). Seeing the immediate threats vanquished, Liamae simply readies her crossbow. Gandt charges across the open ground to the side of the cave entrance. The stench nearly overwhelms him. Grove casts his spell on his bolt, then loads it into his crossbow. Round 1: Zan waits. Tolin aproaches the opposite side of the entrance as Gandt. He is overcome by the stench (sickened, 10 rounds) Kaskus waits. Lia waits. Gandt waits. Two trogs appear from the cave entrance. They barely have time to shout a warning before the arrows fly. Zan hits one with an arrow (-6HP), Kaskus brushes it with a bolt of lightning (-4HP). Lia finishes him off with an arrow (+1 kill). Gandt splatters blood and guts everywhere (+1 kill). A hail of javelins come flying out of the cave, but Gandt and Tolin are able to duck back without being struck. Grove fires his bolt. It streaks into the cave revealing it as a large, 60 ft diameter room, with a short 20 foot entrance range, before the bolt hits the far wall and shatters, sending small shards of light (torch light) around the room. Round 2: Tolin dodges into the cave entrance, intent on laying into the trogs there. Unfortunately in his sickened state his blade just misses its target. Zan draws his rapier and crosses the distance. The stench overcomes him as well (sickened, 10 rounds). Kaskus moves forward so he has a clear view and unleashes another bolt of lightning. A trog screams as the lightning tears into him (-6HP). Lia moves forward and unleashes a bolt as well. The trog is blasted apart by the force of the lightning (+1 kill). Liamae stands her ground. Gandt moves into the cave, and easily cuts down the trog in front of him (+1 kill). The trogs counter attack, throwing javelins. Gandt figures there must be about 8 trogs left, based by the number of javelins that bounced off his shield. Grove waits by Liamae. Round 3: Tolin continues his attack, pressing deeper into the cave. Unfortunatley, he gets the same result as last time. Zan moves into the cave as well. He manages to land a hit, but its just a pin prick (-2HP). Kaskus can't see past the other three, so he moves in closer, and subcumbs to the stench. He loses his remaining lightning bolt as he nearly gags. Lia moves closer, and she is over come by the stench as well. Liamae waits. "This shouldn't take them too long," she says to Grove. Gandt pushes farther in, easily cutting down another trog. (+1 kill) Again the javelins bounce harmlessly off of Gandt's shield. Grove twiddles his thumbs. Round 4: Tolin, Zan, Kaskus and Lia form a blockade at the cave entrance, while Gandt goes ahead in and finishes off the rest of the troglodytes. Gandt gets the sense that most of the warriors died in the battle in the forest, as these trogs don't put up much of a fight as well. Exp: Lia: 200 Gandt: 400 Grove: 900 (what a difference that one less level makes). A search of the troglodyte lair turns up a number of filth covered items. 50 javelins, 25 clubs a death mask, of beaten gold, depicting a noble visage (100gp) a silver-plated steel gorget chased with stellar designs (100gp) assorted coins worth 1,374 gp and a scroll tube contain three arcane scrolls, changeself (caster level 1), charm person (caster level 1) and summoner monster I (caster level 1) (the party will head back to the village now, unless someone objects) Savage Tide Info Soulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 "Good job, everyone. Now can we go?" Gandt says, eager to get out of this stinking cave. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia couldn't agree more. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellbebop007 bebop007 Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Presumably, we've taken all the items off the Trogs bodies as well? In that case, Grove agrees with the consensus to head back to Farshore. \"We're about to stage an attack on technology worthy of being chronicled in an anthem by Rush!\" chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 The party gathers up the goods and head back to the colony. They're forced to spend the night in the wilds, however. As they're setting up camp, Lia spots something move out of the corner of her eye. She concentrates on the spot, and spots a humanoid figure moving from tree to tree, slowly circling the party and moving closer as it does so (+15XP). (Action?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia excuses herself from the party for a minute, then casts Blindness on the hidden person, going to investigate with Tamaska. If it makes noise, drawing attention, she makes no attempt to quiet or hide where she's going. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia sneaks to the side, and casts her spell. The humanoid, a male, Lia thinks, suddenly stops, and looks around. Spotting Lia. He turns and sprints away from the party. (Action?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia sends Tamaska after him, with intent to knock him down, as she hurries to follow. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellchiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Surprise round: Lia starts running toward the man, while Tamaska bounds ahead. Tamaska charges into the man, biting at his feet in an attempt to bring him down (-5HP). The man goes sprawling. The man then kicks at Tamaska, hitting him in the nose, before rolling backward and up to his feet, drawing a shortsword as he does so. (-5NL). Tamaska recognizes the man as Jaccus, and growls out a warning to Lia. "Where you going?" Tolin yells as Lia starts running. "There's someone out there," Liamae says as she squints through the failing light. Init: Kaskus: 20 Grove: 10 Gandt: 9 Zan: 7 Liamae: 6 Lia: 5, Tamaska: -5NL Jaccus: 4, -5HP Tolin: 3 (Jaccus is 10 feet from Tamaska, 40 feet from Lia, 100 feet from everyone else. Conditions: twilight (low-light), warm, breezy.) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia shouts at Tamaska to back away from Jaccus, hopefully alerting the party to whom they found. She steps forward 5 feet and fires Scorching Ray at Jaccus. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Gandt Runs toward where Lia is to see for himself what's going on. d50ec1_55936bde3fc543d1bc4708dab1bcbe65~mv2.png chiapet chiapet Member Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 (Sorry Bebop, wanted to update again before the weekend) Round 1: Kaskus transforms into a black bear and bounds through the forest toward Lia. Grove twiddles his thumbs. Gandt moves over near Lia. Zan tries to get a clear shot with his bow, but there's too many trees. Liamae casts a spell, the area around her lights up as a ball of light comes into being above her head. This has the unfortunate side effect of filling the forest with wavering shadows as Liamae moves towards Lia. Lia shouts her orders at Tamaska, then snaps off a quick spell. A ray-like line of fire leaps from her outstretched hand, heading straight for Jaccus. He tries to dodge, but the ray moves to fast for him to get away, it scorches him good (-19HP), but somehow he manages to not catch on fire. Tamaska backs away, to Lia. "Damn you, elf wench," Jaccus yells, before turning and running deeper into the forest. The large number of trees and failing light make it hard to see where he went. Tolin bellows out a challenge and runs towards where Jaccus was last seen, but he can only reach Lia. (None of the party can currently see Jaccus.) (Actions?) Savage Tide Info Firemyst Firemyst Daddy Dragon II Full Members October 2008 edited October 2008 Lia tells Tamaska to track Jaccus by scent and to pursue as quickly as possible. Founder, RPGamer I love tweeting -- follow me @ www.twitter.com/mtidwellSoulweaver Soulweaver Artist - 6 Eyes Studio OrlandoFull Members November 2008 edited November 2008 Gandt runs to where he last saw Jaccus. If he can see him from there or if it's obvious which way he went, he gives chase. If he's provided with a clear path to Jaccus, he Shield Charges (not Shield Slam). Otherwise he tries to catch up and Grapple. If it makes the difference between catching him and losing him, Gandt will use his Haste potion. If Gandt can't tell where Jaccus went from there, he waits for a prompt from Lia and Tamaska.
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