Dungeon Master S's "Hall of Drunken Heroes" Sub-Tier 10-11 (Inactive)

Game Master Chris Marsh

Round 1:
Kai: Go
Nym: Go
Varian: Go
Katya: Go
Saul: Go
Lucija: Go
Baddies: TBD

Planes, 1st creature: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (7) + 16 = 23 Resistances?
Planes, 2nd creature: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (14) + 16 = 30 Resistances, DR

"Woah woah!" Kai exclaims as he leaps away from the books, indicating with his drawn scimitar. "Shadow Demon! Succubus!"

Running his hands against the blade's edge he causes it to become sharper,Kai then casts a spell, disappearing from sight! He then stteps forwards and strikes!

Enhance blade for Keen and +2 Bonus and then use Spell combat for Greater Invisibility. (10 rounds)

Attack, heroism: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 13 + 2 + 2 = 27 for cold iron, silver, adamantine magic: 1d6 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15

Attack, heroism: 1d20 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 2 + 2 = 18 for cold iron, silver, adamantine magic: 1d6 + 9 ⇒ (2) + 9 = 11

Kai's reflexes and mind work in harmony as he meets their threat with skill and knowledge. A single invisible blade lashes out and slices the demon, giving off not blood spray, but smoky darkness.

Round 1:
Kai: ATK
Nym: Go
Varian: Go
Katya: Go
Saul: Go
Lucija: Go
Baddies: TBD

Nym is on vacation. I think he'd nominate Katya to bot.

Naghamadi's Knowledge (Planes) vs shadow demon: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (3) + 19 = 22 Weaknesses? Special attacks?

Naghamadi's Knowledge (Planes) vs succubus: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (20) + 19 = 39 Weaknesses? Special attacks? Spell-like abilities? What does she fear? Does she like fish?

Naghamadi arches up in mid-air, ready to defend Lucija.

readied attack for when something comes in range, +1 Bite: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18
damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Lucija glares imperiously at the shadow demon.

"BEGONE!"

dismissal on shadow demon, DC 21, check to beat SR: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25

Nym moves in and readies an action to counterspell with Dispel Magic if the Succubus attempts any casting of a spell or SLA.

"Ach, Dinna let it kiss you, lads. That thing's got a vicious streak a mile wide! It's a killer!" or something like that

Katya gathers energy and lets loose an empowered blast of water at the shadow demon.

Attack: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (19) + 19 = 38
Damage (+50%): 4d6 + 15 ⇒ (1, 3, 6, 1) + 15 = 26

sorry was out of commission - taking care of dog full time after his surgery AND I've been sick, but while waiting for the doors to get opened, Varian would have cast weapon of awe on his weapon if that's alright.

Varian moves forward.. and attacks

to hit: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18
dmg if hits: 3d6 + 5 ⇒ (1, 2, 4) + 5 = 12

"Raise your swords to strike!"

Cast Haste, use battle cry, and start raging song giving allies who rage +4 Str, Con, Fast healing, and ghost touch

"The blood of fiends will coat the floor!"

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Lucija brings down powerful magic! Will: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17 and with a pop and whimper the shadow demon is no more! The winged woman screeches in rage!

Nym prepares for the succubus to do something tricky, while Katya aims her blast Changing targets and moving Katya so she has line. The water slams into her chest, hurting her and cutting off her rage-scream.

Welcome back, and I empathize, I've had post-op animals. Yes, no problem on the spell casting Varian. The only thing is, your target is gone. I'll give you a do over on the round.

Saul empowers the party. The odds were already good, but now they are so much better. The succubus doesn't seem to care though.

Round 1:
Kai: ATK
Nym: Ready
Varian: Go (Again)
Katya: Hit
Saul: Buff
Lucija: Dismissal!
Baddies: TBD

Nym is on vacation. I think he'd nominate Katya to bot.

not sure which figure is the succubus... so hope this is legal from where he is

Varian moves forward to where he can see the remaining demoness and casts dismissal on her.

Sorry guys, the weekend got away from me, but I'm back! Let's do this!

Varian continues the magical push to make short work out of the enemy. Spell Penetration: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28. Will: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23. The spell blasts right through her immortal resistance, but she withstands the spell with a snarl.

With her pet gone, she tries to bring forth reinforcements before the party closes with her: Summon: 1d100 ⇒ 81. She begins to weave a very complex call.

Round 2:
Kai: Go
Nym: Go
Varian: Go
Katya: Go
Saul: Go
Lucija: Go
Baddies: TBD

Varian grimaces in disgust at her resisting the affect, and since she is casting, he tries to disrupt her spell with a little physical damage from his lucerne hammer.

He takes a 5' step and strikes

to hit: 1d20 + 1 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 1 + 13 = 29
dmg if hits: 3d6 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (2, 6, 4) + 7 + 1 = 20

to hit: 1d20 + 1 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 8 = 16
dmg if hits: 3d6 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (4, 2, 1) + 7 + 1 = 15

haste attack:

to hit: 1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 13 + 1 = 32
[doce=dmg if hits]3d6+4+1[/dice]

I think that triggers Nym's dispel:

Dispel check, DC = 11 + the spell’s caster level: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 = 26

Katya gathers more water and blasts...

Attack: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (18) + 18 = 36
Damage (+50%): 4d6 + 14 ⇒ (2, 2, 2, 1) + 14 = 21

It takes all of Nym's focus, but he foils the succubus's spell! Her screams of rage intensify as the party closes distance.

Varian, she's still a fair distance away, so you won't be able to 5' step, but you can close. I've moved you.

Varian and Katya combine to begin pounding the succubus with blow after blow!

Round 2:
Kai: Go
Varian: Hit
Katya: Hit
Saul: Go
Lucija: Go
Nym: Go
Baddies: TBD

sorry - headed for the wrong figure... I thought she was the white one to the north

Varian and Katya combine to begin pounding the succubus with blow after blow!

"How you say--phrasing?"

Naghamadi goes after the succubus...

Let me know if the wall I see there is a problem. Naghamadi will have move in front of Varian if so.
+1 Bite: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17
damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

...and Lucija blesses Varian with some of her own mighty ego (guidance).

Nym calmly walks 15ft towards the creature. He musters all of his beguiling energy, and an invisible Aura of Despair flows from the enchanter.

Saul moves forward and locks eyes with the succubus. "You think you can twist us to your will fiend? Not here, not now, not EVER!"

The last words of his proclamation raise higher and higher in frequency until they are so high that only the Succubus herself can hear them... and the Ear Piercing Scream threatens to overwhelm her.

Caster Check: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28

Sonic Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (2, 3, 5, 2, 3) = 15 and Dazed

Fort save DC 17 for half damage and no daze

Naghamadi can't connect as the succubus pulls away at the last moment as Lucija bolsters her teammate.

Nym begins to exude an aura that clearly dampens the succubus's resolve. Saul strikes just then with a spell that only she can hear FORT: 1d20 + 7 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 7 - 2 = 9. The spell grabs her completely!

Round 2:
Kai: Go
Varian: Hit
Katya: Hit
Saul: EPS
Lucija: Buff and bite
Nym: Aura
Baddies: TBD

Still cloaked in his powerful magics, Arathorn dashes round the shelves of burnt paper to approach the Succubi from the rear. Before doing so, he calls upon his elven trained magic, casting a sickly black spell on his sword, glad that no others can see it. Using his training to its fullest, he also focuses his aim, his magically infused eyes finding a gap between the unnatural scales on the demon's flesh.

Swift for Arcane accuracy, Cast Vampiric touch

Attack, Shout, Haste, Arcane pool, Heroism, Accuracy vs Flat-footed: 1d20 + 15 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 15 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 5 = 32

for Adamantum, cold iron, silver, magicdamage: 1d6 + 7 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 7 + 2 + 1 = 11

AND Vampiric Touch, SR: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23

Vampiric Touch Damage Negative energy: 5d6 ⇒ (4, 4, 1, 1, 2) = 12

"Boo, beauty" he whispers as he strikes, still hidden from sight.

They're the last words the succubus hears. With a final weakened cry, she vanishes from this plane.

Kai stands resolute, with no enemy before him.

Out of combat.

"Well, that was nail biting for a moment!" The invisible Magus says cheerfully as he looks around the room, taking his time in searching the place for anything hidden or any interesting pieces for his latest chronicles.

Perception: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (1) + 22 = 23

Searching this entire room takes about 70 minutes (for tracking durations).

Kai is at 23. Anyone else?

Perception assist (+2 at night): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Saul raises his naginata and gives out a victorious shout as his raucous chant comes to an end. "Another fiend sent back from whence she came. I'll never get tired of the look in their eyes when they realize that they are no match for us."

He casts detect magic and begins to follow Kai around, helping where he can.

Perception aid: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (13) - 1 = 12

It takes an hour, but the thorough team of Pathfinders finds a pair of secret doors leading out of this room! During the search you get a good feel for the contents of the archives. They contain numerous writings compiled by Baldimar and his colleagues, as well as his expert contacts. Most of the records concern demonic studies, though some focus on other outsiders. You also find a pair of Lesser Restoration scrolls.

when you say Kai is at 23, do you mean hps? if so Varian will undertake some healing... just let me know and I'll start rolling.

He's referring to Kai's Perception roll.

Naghamadi's Perception, rolling for self: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23 Amazing.

Naghamadi searches along the opposite wall from the rest, finding the passageway at the same time as they do, while Lucija voraciously investigates the texts.

Naghamadi doesn't find anything else new, and Lucija finds all manner of interesting bits that would likely find a good home in the libraries of the Pathfinder Society.

Which way forward?

North room first? Checking for traps via Arathorn?

Good as any

Sighing as it takes them so long to search the place, Arathorn is never the less enlightened by the prospect of so much information to go through, taking his chance in brief invisibility to pocket one or two books for later reading, not much caring of their contents. Examining the northern most exit, carefully hidden within the wooden details of the room, Kai gives it a critical eye before setting about to open it.

"Well, ready my fine folks? We re about to find out Cayden Cailean's dirty little secrets!" he says with glee.

Take 10 on perception for 34

Disable device if necessary: 1d20 + 15 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 15 + 2 = 35

"Absolutely! Although I'm sure there is no secret that Cayden would consider dirty... Unless of course he was secretly a teetotaler"

He nods once Kai gives the OK and opens the passage, marching in with his polearm at the ready.

Once found the secret door presents no dangers, only a path down deeper below. It ends in a door that also seems to be neither locked, nor trapped.

With that, the Pathfinder team opens it.

Several sealed casks line the south wall, pressed against a work desk fitted along the room’s curved corner. Within a wide alcove at the far end of the chamber rests a bed with moldering sheets and a hope chest at its foot. Near the bed balances a crooked wardrobe adjacent to simple brown robes dangling from pegs. On another wall hangs a map of the area around Lake Encarthan. Pinned along its perimeter hang dozens of faded papers, diagrams, and notes.

Map updated.

Confidently following Saul through the passageway, Arathorn gives a low whistle as they survey the secret bedroom.

"Interesting place! Not all that enticing to pull your intended partner down into though, reeks a little creepy" he says lightheartedly, though it is a tad forced. "Why Lake Encarthan though?"

Cautiously he strides through the room, his ears pricked for trouble as he approaches the map, intrigued to see the mysteries it stores.

perception: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (7) + 24 = 31

"Well, no soldiers in here. I guess it's time to get down to the grunt work then."

Saul scans the room for magic auras, and then begins to prod at the casks, checking to see if any of them appear to contain more than just dust or well aged alcohol.

Perception: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (8) - 1 = 7

"So... Lake Encharthan... I seem to recall it having some significance to the Shining Crusade of an age long past. I wonder, if the map is marking treasure finds or troop movements?"

He approaches the map and takes a look.

Knowledge (Geography): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 = 26

Varian checks the hope chest for traps.

perc: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (14) + 14 = 28

If it's trapped or locked, he'll try to disarm/pick the lock.

disable: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (16) + 14 = 30

Nym eventually follows Arathorn, Solomon and the others. He quickly rattles off a cantrip to find magical auras, scanning the room from the doorway, then shrugs. "You're all very magically adept. If a face appears that needs placating, let me know. I have a way with worrrds."

The party gives the room a thorough look. Nothing surprising arises from the investigation. The map seems run of the mill, and the hope chest is full of simple robes and shoes.

After fighting planar foe after planar foe this room seems....plain.

The door deeper into the complex seems similarly unremarkable.

"Maybe look at other secrets room before trigger next encounter?" Katya squeaks at Nym in batspeak.

"Fair point," Nym replies to Katya, but in the common tongue. "We should take a look at that other room before we stir up more trouble."

The wizard then backtracks to the main room, positioning himself near the other secret door.

"Hrm. I wonder if before the last hall burned these were the normal rooms and the library was the secret..."

He opens up the second secret door and pops his head in before motioning for Nym and Katya to join.

"Interesting! The last did seem like a bedroom and study, so it may well be the truth. Let us see if this next room reveals anything more to us eh?" Arathron says as he leaves the previous secret room.

Following the Good singer through the next carefully hidden door, the Magus peers over the Half-orc's muscular shoulder for a better look inside the room.

Looking to sate their curiosity, the party moves to the other secret door. Beyond is a set of stairs down...

Map updated

"Perhaps we look through other secrets door secrets door so not need to go on to new map to downstairs?" Katya squeaks at Nym.

"Either way is down. Let's move forward and purge this place... Arathorn? I'll lead the way but I'll be relying on your keen eyes to keep me from getting into too much trouble..."

I'll take the lead, preferably with Kai right behind me keeping his eyes open.

Walking through the next room, the Magus is glad to see that it is a simple stairwell and not a dastardly trap, at least not yet anyway. Nodding to the good Skald and patting his shoulder to let him know he was behind and ready he smiles.

"Sure, let us purge! A good purging always has a grand story behind it!" he says with a laugh.

Take 10 on perception for 32 if possible

Nym looks irritated, then squeaks back to Katya, "Too late for that. We forge ahead, and can circle back afterwards."

The enchanter then follows behind Arathorn.

Lucija mounts Naghamadi and follows behind Kai.

The party chooses a marching order and heads down stairs.

The remnants of a large laboratory lie in splintered ruin, a bizarre sculpture of strange cogs, split beams, smashed furniture, and dunes of broken glass. Everything is splattered with chemical stains and compounds, and a toxic reek fills the air.

The air is decidedly toxic. Even from the stairs you can tell that it's not breathable for any length of time.

Map updated.