GM Valen's PFS 1-33 Assault on the Kingdom of the Impossible (CORE)(PbP) (Inactive)

Game Master Lysle

Tatiana can't do much against such foe. So she uses her magic to help her comrades.

May Destiny be on our side.

Bless: +1 moral bonus to attack and to will save against fear effect.

Then she draws her wand of cure light wounds.

The statue remains put, exchanging blows with Barbra.

Melee (slam): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18 Damage (B): 1d4 ⇒ 2

One of which connects with the woman.

Initiative Order Round Two Cont'd/Round Three Begins
PCs in bold may act

Argenta
Barbra -2 HP
Statue - 4 HP
Hannar
Wylka
Fernando
Tatiana

Uh, point of order, I Attacked defensively last round and have 3 ranks in acrobatics, so my AC should be 19 until the start of my turn

Rage. My anamalistic self, seeing that kukri do nothing, opt for my other option. She drops her ‘shaving razors’

1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
bite damage if hit: 1d4 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8

Hmm, no damage. If someone hands Barbra a 2 handed weapon or a damage buff, I may be able to take it out. Not that Barbra can speak coherently right now.

Uh, point of order, I Attacked defensively last round and have 3 ranks in acrobatics, so my AC should be 19 until the start of my turn

Point taken. Corrected below.

Initiative Order Round Two Cont'd/Round Three Begins
PCs in bold may act

Argenta
Barbra -0 HP (CORRECTED)
Statue - 4 HP
Hannar
Wylka
Fernando
Tatiana

Argenta moves back in and sends a second jet of flames at the monster, hoping to at least cause it a little damage.

Casting burning hands, DC17 reflex save for half damage

Fire damage: 3d4 + 3 ⇒ (3, 2, 4) + 3 = 12

Fernando coordinates with Hannar in order for both of them to rush to the opposite wall, with the rope in both of their hands.

He yells "Now Barbra, jump!"-confident the construct cannot understand him.

I have no idea what the actual rules on this are...but I think it's fun!

Hannar rushes the wall holding the rope as tight as he can....

Oh wow, my post disappeared.

With the new blessing, Wylka swings his glaive at the statue once again. Bringing it down as hard as he can onto the statue's head area.

Glaive +DF +Bless: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 18
Damage +DF: 1d10 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 3 + 1 = 13

Tatiana moves next to the statue and tries to help Wylka fighting it.

Rapier (aid): 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 7 + 1 = 21

Wylka has +2 to hit on his next attack

I have no idea what the actual rules on this are...but I think it's fun!

Ditto! So, let's give it a go. What exactly are you trying to do? Trip the statue with the rope? Slide it backward in the grease? Pull it down onto its back? Entangle its feet?

Try to trip it, face first.

Okay, I've decided it makes the most sense to treat the rope maneuver as an assisted trip attack with reach, so:

Ferando, CMB (trip)vs Statue CMD of 14): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 = 16
Hannar CMB,successful Aid adds+2: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

No Aid, but success! No damage, but statue is prone. And no AoO against PCs due to reach of rope. All PCs in the line of the rope need to make Reflex saves with +2 circumstance bonus (DC 16) to avoid falling prone as the rope comes by

Wylka Reflex with bonus: 1d20 + 0 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 0 + 2 = 10
Wylka falls. But (assuming he did not move this turn), he can stand and make his attack, so that stands!

The cleric blades fractures a piece of the statues stone skin!

Then the prone statue is licked with flames.
Reflex save (DC 17): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
It takes full damage, though much is absorbed by its stone surface.

Barbra Reflex +2 circ bonus: 1d20 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 5 + 2 = 12

Barbra is unable to avoid the rope and falls prone.

The statue, also on the ground before her, attempts to stand in the magical grease.
Statue, Reflex save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

It fails, so it makes a second attempt.

Statue, Reflex save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 1 = 11

And it just manages to get to its feet and resumes its combat stance.

Initiative Order Round Three Cont'd/Round Four Begins
PCs in bold may act

Argenta
Barbra -(prone)
Statue - 13 HP
Hannar
Wylka (aided)
Fernando
Tatiana

With Tatiana distracting the statue, Wylka swings his glaive at the enemy again. "This guy is tough."

Glaive +DF +Bless +Aid: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 4 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 20
Damage +DF: 1d10 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 3 + 1 = 13

Hannar moves 5'N, 5'W, then 5'NW.

Yes I know this provokes.

Moving down Argenta unleashes another torrent of flame at the creature. I can barely touch it I think. Does anyone have anything else that might harm it?

Burning hands again, DC17, 3d4 + 3 ⇒ (3, 2, 3) + 3 = 11 fire damage. Would acid flasks be subject to its hardness? I know there is some variation on what damage types might not be subject to hardness given what the CRB says.

The glaive again chips away at stone.

Statue, Reflex save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

The flames again heat the stone surface of the statue, but result in relatively little damage. But it is enough. The stone statue cracks and breaks apart.

EDITED - As I missed the AoO:
Prior to its destruction, the statue tried to strike Hannar as he moved past.
Melee (slam): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22
Damage (B): 1d4 ⇒ 1

It connected, but did only minimal damage.

COMBAT OVER

Hannar takes a 5' step back..."Anyone want to check out this door and open it?"

Fernando would like to approach the door and check for traps, and any possible locks.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10
If needed: Disable Device: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

Barbra huffs and puffs and tries to catch her breath as she stands up.
"Wh-why are my barber's tools on the ground. Oh, I must have dropped them. I'm so clumsy . . . so . . . so sorry."

She will pick them up and try to catch her breath.

Well played!

Tatiana helps Barbra to get back on her feet and to recover her tools.

Then she follows Fernando a step behind.

Perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25

Argenta rearranges her robes and examines the remains of the statue. Well, that was exciting, I hope we don't find any more of these things. I wonder where Zamir got it from?

She mutters a quick detect magic cantrip and checks over the remains and the rest of the room.

Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20

Seeing the statue go down, "Good work all. Let me heal those that need it."

His holy symbol starts to glow as he focuses his energy. "May Shelyn heal your wounds and heart from our trials."

Channel Energy (Heal): 1d6 ⇒ 2

He then joins the others at the door. "Remember we have the option to convert our target to our side. So lets try talking first."

Argetna scowls, The man is a thief, a murderer and a slaver, why would we want to work with him? I cannot imagine the harm which could come to the Society's reputation if any word of us dealing with him would bring if it got out...

And Hahmzed would be horrified I am sure!

The large open room you are currently in, appears to currently be outfitted as a training room. Weapon racks are mounted on the north wall on either side of the entrance and contain a variety of wooden practice weapons. Argenta spots nothing else of interest other than the remains of the statue/

The walls of the large open room still hold the traces of plaster and paint from what was once a large fresco. However, not enough remains of the mural to determine its subject matter.

Behind the door to the next room, Tatiana can here that the room beyond is currently occupied. She hears a few short words given in Vudrani, followed by just hints of someone or, more likely, something moving in response. Fernando can confirm none of this. He can confirm, however, that the door appears to be unlocked.

Destiny is not a sure thing, but a sinuous one. Someone bad could become good and someone good could become bad. One thing is always sure, you will be judge by Pharasma.
Lets see what the man could offer, and let him choose the path he wants.

Fernando, unsure on his own veredict of the target, opts to jumpstart things into action by unlocking the door and kicking it open.

He tells the group his plan beforehand, in order for them to be prepared for battle.

I believe there are no objections
With the group ready, he opens it quietly and then with a kick roars
"Come here, ya' bastards!"-crossbow ready to shoot anything.

Argenta will make sure to reactivate her wand of shield before Fernando kicks open the door.

Please post any other preparations for your PC before entering (or note that you have none) and then I will describe what you all see in the room.

If it has been more than 2 hours since we arrived, I will re-cast Mage Armor, otherwise I am ready as is.

nothing much to add. Ready as is.

Tatiana follows her best smile ready.

If it has been more than 2 hours since we arrived, I will re-cast Mage Armor, otherwise I am ready as is.

It has not been 2 hours. I do not suspect Barbra has prep, but Wylka may, so I will wait for his post.

No prep for me.

The kicked door flies open into a room nicely decorated and comfortably furnished, unlike the rest of the complex. Cushioned chairs create a comfortable sitting area, and a large tapestry depicting a battle of dozens of dervishes in a bright yellow sandy desert adds color to the room. The air is scented with cinnamon and trophy heads and animal skins decorate the floor and remaining walls.

Before you is a crouched tiger, which seems waiting for a reason to pounce. Beyond stands a man of Vudrani descent, dressed in fine silks, and pointing a scepter in your direction.

"Behold, the scepter of the arclords!" cries the man in accented common as you enter. "Hold yourselves, fast and lower your weapons. Else you will face the fury of the arcane powers of this artifact!"

Map is revealed!

Argenta bursts out laughing, It's a fake you moron, designed to allow us to find your base. Why our venture captain thought someone like you might be worth working with is beyond me. Surrender now and you might get to live.

Intimidate: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (19) + 10 = 29

Argenta bursts out laughing, It's a fake you moron, designed to allow us to find your base. Why our venture captain thought someone like you might be worth working with is beyond me. Surrender now and you might get to live.

Wow! Quite the roll...

The man pauses to look at the scepter, the air of confidence he had just seconds ago having quickly faded. "A fake, you say?" the man looks with suspicion. "And why should I believe you? he inquires.

The tiger maintains its stance.

The high Intimidate check was high enough to get him listening. He is considered "friendly" for the purposes of requests for at least the next ten minutes of game time...

"If you had taken the time to have your workers cast Detect Magic on it, they would tell you that the scepter does not have any magical aura to detect. Closest thing to magic it has is a way for us to locate it and follow the scepter to you. The Pathfinder Society has heard of your actions and would like for you to teach us how you break down these magic items. You will be, of course, compensated for your help. A permanent position would be a much safer and secure living than what you have now."

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

Crap. Can I shirt re-roll that? if so...diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24

Good use of a reroll!

"Compensated, you say?"the man responds, clearly becoming intrigued with the proposal. However, after a moment of thought, he hesitates,"Surely, you must know that I am the one and only, Zamir--revolutionary and prophet. Does your Society not know that I am a wanted man? That the Thakur has placed a price upon my very head?"

He reaches down to stroke the gently stroke the fur on the still crouching tiger, before continuing, "Would you have me believe that your organization is willing to beg the wrath of that man--or more accurately that of his captors, the nobles and mystics who blind the man, truly running the country while 'our honored Thakur' spends away his days scribbling poems and dressing his wives? No doubt, your Society could benefit handsomely from collecting the high priced reward on my head."

Wylka lowers his weapon when it looks like Zamir is willing to talk and then chimes in himself to push Zamir along.

"Sometimes the Society will ally itself with criminals and other wanted individuals if it will be for the better good. And it just so happens that you, Zamir, happen to be one of these individuals that the Society is willing to work with."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27
lol... Great time to have these high social rolls.

"I am, am I?" Zamir looks rather pleased, but still somewhat hesitant. "But no doubt, the Thakur's men are looking for me now. And if you have gotten this far into this monastery then you have either killed, incapacitated, or driven away my men. If the Thakur's men were to arrive, it would seem that I am now defenseless. If I ally myself with your Society, what protection might I expect in return?"

"We will escort you out of here, but we must leave soon."

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25

Destiny is fluctuant. You can choose a new Path with the Society, or follows the old trying to fight the Thakur's mens.
But I'm sure you are an intelligent man and that you will chose the right destiny.

Diplomacy (aid): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14

Argenta considers working with this man is a foolish idea so has no intention of helping, she would much rather see him hang.

Argenta remains silent, her mouth set in a downward scowls and her arms crossed against her chest.

Zamir contemplates for a moment, then declares, "I accept your protection and your offer. But what would you have me do with my collection?" He points to an assembly of artifacts and items in various states of disassembly around the room.

Hannar casts Detect Magic and scans the room trying to estimate how much can be carried by the group and what is best taken and what is minor enough to be left behind.

Among the disassembled items in Zamir's "collection", you can see portions of a morning star that bear an Osirian motif that appears to be rather ancient.

Hannar observes just a few different auras, all rather faint. He believes that, if distributed among the Pathfinders, you should be able to take the pieces back to the Venture-Captain. Furthermore, you know that the persons who apparently disassembled the items--the captives in the workshop--as the result of intimidation and promises have remained in the workshop with the assurance of protection from the Pathfinders when they leave.

Realizing that his current scheme is over and that the Pathfinders offer presents a host of new opportunities, Zamir agrees to come with you. Indeed, he seems so incredibly grateful that he has retained his life that he offers a sum of more than 300 gold pieces to each of the Pathfinders from a chest within his room.

While Zamir is a boastful and power-hungry fool, but he’s not an idiot. Upon seeing the destruction of the statue and the state of the guards and monks that he had coerced into his employ, he can see that his agreement to the Pathfinders' diplomatic approach to the affair probably saved his life from the agents of the Thakur.