Up the coast from the sea side small village of Cayden's Landing is a small cave. The rangers and huntsmen have identified the cave as goblin territory, a den of filth which is easily found with a half day's march. You and your companions took on a bounty from a local farmer whom had his fall harvest ruined from a recent rampage of goblins through his fields. In the assault, a good league of crops were razed and he lost one cow, two sheep, seven chickens, and the family dog. The farmer's own house was nearly burnt to the ground in the incident. A bounty worth your time was offered and beside your own reasons, it was worth the trouble. That morning you left Cayden's Landing in a trek up the coast, cutting your way through the rolling hills and coniferous forests until you found your destination. Nestled into bottom of a hillock was the mouth of a cave and on either side of the cave were fire hardened spears with skulls, feathers and leather of an unknown origin adorning them. The wind off of the sea rolled in and rattled the skulls.
From what the farmer had told your small band was that a good dozen goblins were involved in the attack on his farm. From what the local hunters mentioned, there were at least thrice as many who dwelled across the forested coutnryside. The cave could have perhaps just a dozen or more dwelling inside, it was hard to say. Many of the creatures were tribal in nature and by the red paint on the skulls, you were sure that this game belonged to one of two or three known tribes of goblins. There is a clear maniacal chatter found within the carvern, echoing out to greet you. Armed with your steel, wits and spellcraft, are you ready?
Hayman eyes the darkness of the cave entrance, his steel nerves not used to such uncertainty, "Not unlike the dark alleys of home, ey guys?"
The bard pulls his short bow from his shoulder and gets an arrow ready, "be ready for anything..."
Giving the bard an odd look with a raised brow, Felix gives a slight shake of his head. "I can't say that I ever took a turn down a wrong alley back home and ran across a head on a pike..."
He takes the time to strap his staff across his back, preparing his shield in one hand, his morningstar in the other. Checking over his daggers to make sure that they are in easy reach in case he needs something for range. The last comment by Hayman brings a slight smile to his face and he nods towards the others. "Especially goblins."
"Perhaps those of us who are more heavily geared should remain back where we can charge in and let the quiet ones sneak up and see if they can get a peak in the entrance?"
Hayman gives Felix a sidelong glance, his tone revealing a bit of mirth and sarcasm, "I was looking past the skulls..."
Pondering Felix's strategy, Xiong snorts and replies, "What, I bet they're just waiting to crash though all of you right now. We should take the fight to them."
He gets his polearm ready taking a charging stance.
Looking alarmed I like the sneak in plan for information so we DONT fall into a trap, as we are invading THEIR home turf, we could use our brains and not our fists, Its a cave right? Looks at felix Could we start a fire useing wood that smokes alot then fan in the smoke or block the entrance except for a small hole then simply slaughter them as they come out one by one? Looking hopeful for staying out of harms way, Or at least let me go in and get some information before we go in all half-cocked
[b]"Ah, squalor and unsavory inhabitants, just like home."
He casts summon monster 1 and brings forth a celestial viper.
Felix glances to the others, considering. "Rushing in definitely seems like it will put us in more danger than needed, and since it is my job to keep you all alive I'd prefer not to be handed extra work."
He flashes a smile at that, thinking. "Smoking them out may work, but the little buggers are rather fond of fire and low enough to the ground they may not choke too badly in a large cave. Plus until we know how many are in there, I don't know if we want to try and tackle them all at once. Taking them out in small groups may be a better plan, keeping them from swarming over us while our far more skilled combatants can cut them down."
"If we are going to scout however, I wouldn't move out of sight in case you get spotted. We can take it one room at a time, check the entrance from where we can see you and find out what you can gather. If its just one large chamber we might not have a choice but to hit them all. If it looks like it goes further, we could probably make some noise outside or the like and lure those in the first room to come to us when they check it out."
Hmm good points felix, I will scout ahead and we can go in room by room, hopefully they have some light in there at least for me to see by. I really just wish there was a way I could communicate with the rest of you while im in the room and not have to risk leaving then coming back in with every one in tow, still it sounds like a solid plan to me. If there are no objections I will see if there is anything of intrest at this entrance Stares intently at the cave entrance seeing if there has been something over looked, moving cautiously to the side examining it. .
"A luring out seems like fun, and a little safer if you ask me.
Hayman pats Unruly on the back to calm him saying, "Fighing in the light of day strikes my fancy. I am pretty good at mimiking noises, if someone could tell me what the hell goblins like or dislike, I could possibly bring them out by creating those sounds"
After saying that, he realizes how stupid it sounds, then gives an appologetic wry smile to the group.
"Yeah, you can always bring a light with you so that you can see," Xiong replies derisively. "And you can put a bucket over your head so that they can't see you, either. Seriously, if you run into trouble, just scream like a little girl, and I'll come in, smashing. Simple, huh? Off you go."
Xiong kicks at a pebble, visibly fighting off boredom.
"Well Jeod, what the hell do you see?
After spending some time studying the cave entrance, the taciturn dwarf grunts. "Me, I fight better in tight quarters. How about we get out of line of sight of the entrance, move close, and just listen for 'em? They don't keep real quiet when they're at home."
motions for hayman to keep it down
Hayman makes a motion of locking his lips and throwing away the key, then gets his bow and arrow ready just incase something small, green and full of teeth comes running out of the entrance.
When jeod looks inside the mouth of the cave he can tell the cave descends into the earth at a low slope and turns. There is chatter that comes down from inside of the cave and the scent of smoke. Creeping further in a good distance you can see where the tunnel opens into a large room. Inside the cavern room is a small burning fire pit with hot coals and something roasting on a spit. Small short creatures with bright burning eyes and mouths lined with jagged teeth are seen within. There appear to be roughly six from your vantage point, speaking in their vile dialect.
Thorfinn wordlessly draws an axe and readies his shield. He stands quietly and listens, awaiting word from the scout.
My eyes grow wide as I stealthfully make my way back to the group whisperings There are at least 6 of them a good distance in. They have a fire inside with a decent amount of smoke with somthing roasting on a spit above it. It would seem they are having some sort of celebration. If we are going in then this is the time, as they are distracted. With thier meal. Gets behind thorfinn and unruly Well you get your wish lets go, lets at least try to keep th element of surprise for a little while Draws my twin kukris, and moves with the rest of the party
With a grin, the dwarf begins to advance towards the cave mouth, armor jingling quietly as he moves. "Aye, then. Let's have at them."
Hayman goes into stealth mode, having his bow ready.
Xiong grips his polearm, ready to charge.
Thorfinn stumbles on loose rock on his way in, slowing him down and raising a clatter.
Jeod spends so much time trying to be quiet and stealthy, he ends up not being very quick about getting inside.
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here is my initiative...
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Keeping his shield and morningstar at the ready, Felix creeps up just behind the others, staying close to the front line fighters in case they need any assistance.
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jeod quickly and silently moves to the side of the first goblin thinking fools cant sneak past a couple of goblins , oh well im the fool for thinking we could if i can drop this first one maybe they can drop the others.
[Ooc ] hoping i can get a full attack if not please use the first attack roll[/ooc]
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The rogue sneaks through the cavern ahead of his louder companions, keeping close to the wall. He slinks through the shadows and finds a goblin separated from the group. His hands deftly move the short blades he carries, slitting the goblin's throat. The creature doesn't even shriek, falling to the ground in a gurgle of blood. Dead. A few goblins notice their kin hit the floor and shriek in their alien tongue, leaping up and spitting what you assume to be vile curses. Others, however, turned their wide heads and big large eyes to Jeod and scramble to their feet. Four immediately jump to their feet as they see the rest of the party moving into the cavern. One charges the rogue brandishing a rusty short sword from his dog skin belt.
The Goblin seemingly runs right past Jeod, thumping into the cavern wall in a maniacal cry as the rogue sidesteps the crazed creature.
Acknowledging the ease with which the rogue took the goblin out, hayman smiles to himself, then tells the squad (invoking his imspire courage ability), "Whoever can impress me more than Jeod already has gets his next round of drinks on me."
Hayman secretly hopes that Unruley goes into -slay them all mode-
The goblins rise up and quickly move to engage the intruders, crying out in their shrieking tongue and slashing madly at the four smaller party members. Their rusted swords find air, chain and leather and reflexes doing you all well. They curse vile words as they dance around you wielding those dangerous blades.
You vile pathetic creatures and to think that most people are actually afraid of you. Hayman I will be claiming that wound of drinks my good friend and I am looking forward to it. Come here you filthy creature attack my comrad will you attempts to slip my blade between the goblins ribs.
Round 1:
Thorfinn grins widely and shouts a Dwarven war cry as he advances on the nearest goblin, his hatred for the foul creatures giving added strength to his blow. "Умри, маленький зверь!" The axe goes wide, though, as the little wretch ducks under the swing.
Felix wrinkles his nose as the goblins come rushing forward, easing batting away its swipe with his shield. "That rush of excitement of discovery always seems to be paired with a foul smell doesn't it, gods to they stink..."
Swiping out with his morningstar, Felix calls out in the goblin's native tongue. "Your raiding is at an end, foul creatures!"
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He then tries to maneuver around to get one of the creatures backs lined up with the rogue's blades.
Xiong takes a feral swing at the nearest goblin.
Hayman mentally notes that he does not want to be on the recieving side of Unruly's Tetsubo... ever!
Hp 8/8 AC 12 Conditions: Inspire Courage
I fire my crossbow at any goblin away from anyone in melee
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The goblins are quicker than you can give them credit and they swiftly duck under your blows, attributed to their height notably. As Hayman mocks his companions into performing better, Jeod doesn't live up to his previous ability and both blades miss their mark. Thorfinn stumbles, his axe whistling over a goblin's head which only causes them to giggle. However, Xiong swings with his tetsubo and catches the goblin attacking Uzian off guard; the goblin shrieks in agony and flies across the room, slamming against he wall with a splatter of inky blood before hitting the ground. Felix steps up with his morningstar and nearly kills the goblin on the spot with a swing. Uzian readies his crossbow and a bolt zips across the room, hitting the ground at a goblin's foot as everyone becomes tangles in combat.
With two goblins surrounding Jeod, the one that Felix struck attempts to strike back at Jeod again but being heavily wounded, it weakly swipes at the swift rogue to miss its mark.
Hayman continues his banter, exorting Unruly to reduce another goblin into a bloody pulp. As he raises his bow to pop the goblin standing in front of him, Hayman says with a tad of sarcasm... "I'm guessing someone wants to get this thing off of me?"
Then he lefts the arrow fly point blank range...
Attack w/-4 firing into combat
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The goblin tries to take advantage of Hayman but his rusty sword is cast aside by his chain. The goblin grits his teeth, cursing in its vile tongue and tries to stab the bard again. The goblin manages to catch the bard in the leg, shrieking excitedly when he draws the older man's blood.
The other goblin attacking Jeod squeaks, plunging his small sword beneath the chain the rogue wears. The rsuty blade is pushed up into his side, sawing through his flesh which begins to stain the chain at his side.
The goblin dancing with Felix doesn't have the fortune to inflict the pain his brothers did. It yells angerily as the cleric's armor easily casts the sword aside, stamping the ground.
"Did you see that one? How he flew smack against the wall? Let's try that again!"
His second swing is sufficient to hit, but does not result in the same glorious punt.
"That one was too soft, flies like a pillow."
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Grimacing through his beard, the dwarf rounds on the nearest heckler. "Laugh at me, will you?" This time, his axe thuds solidly into the creature's side. "How's that? Still funny?"
Felix gives a quick glance around to his companions, seeing that none of them look overly injured he steps in again with his morningstar, taking a quick swipe at the nearest goblin, trying to bring it down before shifting into a better position to keep the creature's backs to Jeod.
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