DM PatheticWretch presents Emerald Spire (Level 3: Splinterden) (Inactive)

Game Master PatheticWretch

dc 19? holy crap
BURST: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Stonetree quickly breaks free from the webs with a few curses and some questionable logic that some how made Chortles responsible for him being webbed.

Seeing (rather large) spiders, Osiris frowns, and crosses his arms, before willing bolts of force at each of them.

Toppling Magic Missile: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3 Force damage.
Trip: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24.
Toppling Magic Missile: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5 Force damage.
Trip: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28.

Stonetree breaks the webs with which his is bound.

Osiris blasts each of the spiders with his powerful force magic, but surprisingly they do not topple as his other targets have. If the target has more than two legs, add +2 to the DC of the combat maneuver attack roll for each additional leg it has...an extra +14!

Surprise Round (bold may act) - SINGLE ACTION ONLY
Gratus webbed - DC 19 to burst or escape
Spiders
Stonetree
Selethe
Chortles
Osiris
Dragos

If the target has more than two legs, add +2 to the DC of the combat maneuver attack roll for each additional leg it has...an extra +14!

*cough*+12*cough*...its each additional leg over the first 2, which i think should put Osiris 28 in range...but I know nothing and I will go away now

Selethe offers a quick prayer to Iomedae, beseeching her aid for the party against these foul creatures of darkness.

Casting bless.

Heh...it's a 9-legged spider!

With some metagaming intervention of some kind, one of the spiders does flop over on its back. Stonetree mysteriously contracts several STDs.

Selethe calls forth some blessings for the group.

The spider quickly rights itself, and then seems to call forth some kind of magical powers. A mist builds up around the Pathfinders, obscuring view beyond five feet.

The second spider tries to catch Selethe in its webs, and succeeds in trapping her in the sticky strands, then advances toward her.

Round 1 (bold may act)
Buffs: Bless (+1 Atk)
Gratus webbed - DC 19 to burst or escape
Spider 1 -3 hp
Spider 2 -5 hp
Stonetree
Selethe webbed - DC 19 to burst or escape
Chortles
Osiris
Dragos

EVERYONE IS UP!

web, ranged touch: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13

Stonetree knew Chortles was lying about closet time being safe
acrobatics: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

Stonetree escapes the mist and quickly gets his bearings. Seeing the closest spider to him is just to the north he moves and intercepts it, than does what he does best: punches it in the face.

unarmed strike, bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 8 + 1 = 23
damage, bless: 1d6 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 5 + 1 = 12

Str: 1d20 ⇒ 20

Gratus preforms a completely uncharacteristic feat of strength and bursts free om the webs. He then stumbles deeper into the relative safety of the mist.

Coughing as the eerie fog descends and cuts off vision, Dragos decides to follow the distinct mass that is stonetree towards the sound of fighting, just in time to see the rough and tumble brawler plant onne right between the spiders creepy blinking eyes. Drawing his scythe, the Undertaker steps in and sweeps at the creature with the curved blade, like a farmer cuts wheat.

Scythe, bless: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 2 + 1 = 21 for damage: 2d4 ⇒ (1, 3) = 4

Grumbling at the mistreatment, Tarantio slinks through the fog and through the legs of wizards and bards before leaping upon the other spider. The effort was too great for the poor wyrmling however and it is unable to strike.

Currently unable to see anything, Osiris simply delays.

"Don't worry, I've got this under control." Chortles tries to keep a straight face, but already knows how badly this is going to turn out. He grabs his bow, pulls back an arrow, and puts a hand over his eyes so as not to see the arrow stick out of one of his companions.

bow attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7 for damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

"Goddess aid me!" cries Selethe as both her vision and her mobility become severely restricted.

burst: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

The webs prove even too strong for Iomedae this time.

What was that acrobatics roll for, Stonetree?

Stonetree punches one of the spiders with his battle-hardened fist. Dragos rushes in behind the brawler and finishes the spider off.

Gratus manages a feat of strength to escape from the spider's webs.

Chortles fires an ill-aimed arrow, which gets lost in the webs that hang like wispy ropes.

Selethe remains bound tight. The spider, seeing her stuck and senseing a meal, bites at her. But it can't get past her initial defense.

Round 2 (bold may act)
Buffs: Bless (+1 Atk)
Gratus
Spider 1 -3 hp
Stonetree
Selethe webbed - DC 19 to burst or escape
Chortles
Osiris
Dragos

EVERYONE IS UP!

bite: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 121d6 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

I thought there was terrain issues, look at that map webs every where...EVERY WHERE! Seriously though, somehow I got it my head I needed a acrobatics check to get full movement, maybe it was running in the fog next to the edge of the pit...I am an idiot.

Stonetree seeing Drago's scythe sink deeply into the spiders head and ending its existence waste no time moving to the next threat. Moving at full speed Stonetree barely slows his pace before bringing a knee up an into the body of the next spider.

unarmed strike, bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 8 + 1 = 23
damage, bless: 1d6 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 1 = 7

Resting atop the spider, Tarantio curls out of the way of the Brawler's raging fists and then lashes out with Fang and tail, seeking to end this annoying creature so they can get out of this accursed dusty place.

Bite, Piranha strike: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24 for damage: 1d3 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Tail, Piranha strike: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4 for damage: 1d3 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Unable to move in to attack the remaining spider, Dragos moves to the currently unopened door and holds his scythe ready, making sure nothing takes advantage of their current predicament uncontested.

Ready Scythe: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 2 + 1 = 6 for damage: 2d4 ⇒ (2, 3) = 5

Chortles looks betweens his fingers and doesn't see an arrow. He must have forgot to fire! Mortified, he grabs an arrow and tries again.

bow attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16 for damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

"Let me out of here!" Selethe continues to struggle against the web.

burst: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

But her struggles are all in vain. She's starting to sweat from all the exertion!

Osiris, happy that his allies have the situation in hand, delays.

Stonetree, Bless gives a bonus to attack but not dmg.

Stonetree, Tarantio, and Chortles each deal the spider a blow, but it's not enough to bring the creature down.

Selethe struggles against the strong cords that bind her, but can't escape.

The spider tries to bite the entangled Selethe again, but with all the blows it is receiving, it can't do much.

Round 3 (bold may act)
Buffs: Bless (+1 Atk)
Gratus
Spider 1 -17 hp
Stonetree
Selethe webbed - DC 19 to burst or escape
Chortles
Osiris
Dragos

EVERYONE IS UP! Finish it!

bite: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 121d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

"Bloody spider! Know when your beat!" booms Stonetree over the sounds of combat. Summoning up an extra reserve, in hopes ending the spider, the large man unleashes several blows at the spider.

flurry, bless: 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 1 = 131d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 6 + 1 = 27
damage: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 71d6 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

crit confirm: 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 6 + 1 = 21
crit damage: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

struggle: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19

"Aha!" Selethe is not claustrophobic, but her inability to free herself had started to really worry her.

That was a full round action right?

Osiris, happy that Stonetree probably just pounded the spider into pulp, delays.

From within the enveloping mists, Gratus gives an encouraging shout.

"Crush its puny carapace!"

Delaying

Grasping tightly to the huge spider's ugly hide, Tarantio's eyes narrow as Stonetree lays into the creature, twisting to avoid the careless blows from the big man. Fed up of the game now, Tarantio bites down and slaps the Spider with its tail, just in case it has any life left.

Bite, Piranha: 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 1 = 13 for damage: 1d3 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Tail, Piranha: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 1 = 8 for damage: 1d3 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Stonetree easily finishes off the last spider. All is quiet, and the group assists Selethe in escaping the frustratingly-strong strands.

With the spider webs burned away, the yawning opening in the floor seems to be the way to the lower level.

Osiris looks thoughtfully down the yawning pit.

"Well, we now know which way we ultimately need to go... but we should probably finish clearing this level, before we do so."

He then nods in the direction of the door to the west.

"Shall we check there, first?"

Chortles beams with pride at his one arrow sticking out of the spider. He's not even discouraged as the arrow falls free of its own accord. "Mighty fine work, my companions. We today have toppled the great! We have sealed the fates. We are now part of history. We are living breathing legends."

Using his bow as a triumphant scepter, he joins Osiris at the West door to continue making history.

Heh...I should have looked at this before, but everything else is pretty much hallways. Go ahead and look at the map.

The group finishes exploring the level, and finds that they have pretty much explored it all. All that remains is to delve deeper into this place in search of this missing wizards.

"Are we ABSOLUTELY SURE there aren't any more secret doors?" asks Selethe with a big eyeroll. "Hopefully the next level down won't be as goofy."

Great job everyone!

After some time back in town to recuperate, the intrepid Pathfinders continue their efforts to map out the Emerald Spire...as well as locate the missing wizards.

The Emerald Spire protrudes from the western wall of this room. Stairs lead up from the central portion of the room to an iron gate to the south and a reinforced wooden door to the north. Four arrow slits to the north look out over the room. Next to the east wall, narrow stone steps descend deeper into the dungeon.

On to level 3! If anyone's perception or initiative changed, please update on the Combat Map.

I know it's been a few weeks...everyone still here and ready to go?

"Well now, what fun are we about to have this time? booms the brawler as the group steps into the next level.

Osiris shrugs.

"This one notes that you seem to have a rather unusual definition of fun..."

Nevertheless, he follows along behind Stonetree.

"What fun we will have!" Chortles swooshes in, making sure to steal the conversation. "We have conquered the ever tainted layer of traps and spider! We have defeated the great monster goblin! We have solved mysteries beyond compare!"

Chortles lowers his voice for effect, "Now we truly will prove our worth! This place can not stop us. We will prevail!"

perform: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28

He He pulls out his "axe" and begins a power ballad about about a forlorn prince running from an irate mother in law.

As he sings, he moves towards the northern door to open it and quickly step back for StoneRoot to take the damage.

Selethe sighs and laughs as the others immediately resume their antics. "Perhaps this time we could try being a little more careful? I'd prefer we don't get crushed or anything on this level." She knows she's speaking to deaf ears.

Looks like we're all here, but Dragos is on holiday for a bit. We'll continue on and he can join us when he's able. There's a door to the north and a passage to the south...

Is this thing on?

As he sings, he moves towards the northern door to open it and quickly step back for StoneRoot to take the damage.

Stone tree has also moved to the north door on the map, so I think we've got the two votes to move to the north.

Sorry, I meant to say I was following Chortles but I guess I missed that. Let's go north.

I re-positioned some of you on the map to account for what is about to happen...

As the group decides what to do and turns toward the north, Selethe and Stonetree hear a light clunking noise just ahead. Both notice that the north wall contains four arrow slits, and have just enough time to see prepare themselves before a pair of crossbow bolts streak toward the Pathfinders.

SURPRISE ROUND (single action only, bold may act!)

Chortles
Selethe
Stonetree
Baddies
Osiris
Dragos

Selethe and Stonetree are up, single action only!

Stonetree rushes the door.

"Lets bloody get a move on!" booms Stonetree as he reaches the door

Selethe shouts, "After you, big fella!" She tries to duck behind him as best she can. "Get that blasted door open already!"

Stonetree just makes it to the door, which unfortunately seems to be barred from the other side.

A pair of crossbow bolts erupt from the arrow slits, but the angle of attack seems off and neither hits Stonetree.

ROUND 1 (bold may act!)

Chortles
Selethe
Stonetree
Baddies
Osiris
Dragos

Regular round starts...Chortles, Selethe, and Stonetree are up!

crossbow: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 101d8 ⇒ 2
crossbow: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 61d8 ⇒ 6

"Well I guess the hard way." Stonetree yells and starts punching the door.

flurry: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 161d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21
damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 81d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

"Let me help you with that," offers Selethe as she pokes her longspear under Stonetree's armpit.

Can I use studied target against a door? If so please add +1 to both these rolls. Also not sure if cover from Stonetree applies here. If so I can 5' step to the side if that helps.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7
damage: 1d8 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16

Chortles casts Grease in to one of the arrow slots hoping to make the archers' weapons too hard to hold.

Reflex save DC 15

Stonetree puts a few dents in the reinforced door, but can see it will take a little more effort to get through it. After hardness, door has taken 9 dmg.

Selethe tries to lend a hand, but can't get to the door with Stonetree in the way. Your 1 misses regardless.

Chortles tries to find a way to stop the arches, but can't quite see them behind the arrow slits. I'm going to say you have to see your target to cast grease on it. All you really see is the arrow slit, not the weapon to cast grease on...want to change your action? If so, go ahead and take 2 actions.

Another pair of crossbow bolts streak from the arrow slits, and this time one is just deflected by his armor.

ROUND 2 (bold may act!)

Chortles
Selethe
Stonetree
Baddies
Osiris
Dragos

EVERYONE IS UP!

crossbow: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 191d8 ⇒ 6
crossbow: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 51d8 ⇒ 8