The Khallan Civil War

Game Master FireclawDrake

If you must break the law, do it to seize power: in all other cases observe it.
-Julius Caesar


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Female Cinder Sorcerer

Lysi tries to scream as the shortsword goes through her, but she can't seem to breathe. She knows it should hurt, but she can't seem to feel anything at all. This is definitely bad.

Lysi is at 1 hp, still conscious but shock is keeping her from really understanding the full extent of her injuries.


Now that the injury seems well tended, Milena starts to pick him up again and readies to move through the alley and back to safety. "Let's try to go around and get back with the others!"


Evengi focuses on the man before him, looking for any opening he can find.

Riposte 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
Dagger stabs 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

While the attack keeps the assailant focused on Evengi, it does nothing to wound him or stop his assault.


AoO versus the Armored one:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
Damage:1d3 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Arry's blood runs cold as he sees Lysi gets stabbed, and something snaps.

"Diri! Thyla! GET HIM!" He screams as he slashes at the man in armor.

Dagger:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
Damage:1d3 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

The thylacine and Diricawl both move to attack, thought the thylacine ends up biting at the assassin with the dagger.

Thylacine Bite:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
Damage:1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

[ooc[Diricawl's Bite:[/ooc]1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20
Damage:1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
If Diri only needs to move 5ft, he full-attacks, adding two claws.
Claw 1:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12
Damage:1d4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Claw 2:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21
Damage:1d4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil helps carry the man.


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THE CATACOMBS GROUP (Arry, Lysi, Evengi)

Evengi continues his dance with the man he's fighting, neither of them able to strike a desicive blow.

Dagger: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10 (1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4)

The man exults as he sword pierces straight through Lysi. He spits on her. "Die, you witch." He is suddenly blindsided by the screaming Arry and Diri, and is sent reeling by Diri's assault (it was only a 5ft step). Still standing but bleeding profusely, he turns to face Diri and stabs at him.

Linguistics check (if you have it) to identify his accent.
Shortsword (/w power attack): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24 (1d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10)
Confirm Critical: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13 (1d6 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8)

Meanwhile Rutilia is able to finally get the upper hand of her adversary and blast him with magic. He crumples to the ground and doesn't get up.

The man flanking Lysi sees that she is no longer a threat, instead moves around to flank Arry against the leader. (Provokes AoO from both Arry and the thylacine)
Dagger (/w flank/sneak attack): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18 (1d4 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + (3) + 1 = 6)


With a loud screech as the shortsword strikes him, Diri fades rapidly from sight, causing the rune on his head and Arry's to disappear.

Crying out in dispair, Arry slashes at the dagger-wielder and screams for the thylacine to rip the man to pieces!

Taking the AoO's.

Arry's Dagger:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10
Damage:1d3 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Thyla's Bite:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
Damage:1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Since AoO's happen before the action that trigger them can end, if this kills him I won't get hit. Looks like I need to train with the dagger more though...


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THE STREETS GROUP (Vandrake)

The fire seems to start looking like it's being contained as more people are coming to help dousing, when a grate in the street lifts up and out climbs Lucretia, Ambassador Gaius' attache. She shouts to Jobe who hadn't yet noticed her: "Assassins! Assassins in the catacombs!!"


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THE CATACOMBS GROUP (Arry, Lysi, Evengi)

The Thylacine jumps up and bite the offending man right in the throat, and he reaches his hands up to grasp his torn throat before collapsing with a gurgle.


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THE ALLEYWAY GROUP (Milena, Eftil, Rodrick)

The three are able to carry the injured man away from the fire, out of the alleyway into the streets. There's chaos everywhere in the streets, people either fleeing the fire or running towards it to help. With Rodrick leading the way, the group is able to push their way through the crowds and get back to the front of the building. Jobe and Vandrake are missing, though.

Assume you made it back, because he's (and I assumed Vandrake as well) are gone to the catacombs. Don't worry too much about the timeline.


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil glances back at the burning building. "My spear."


Male Tiefling (Devil-spawn) [Native Outsider] Inquisitor of Asmodeus (Infiltrator)

Vandrake's eyes widen, "The children. Jobe, the children in the catacombs. I must go." Vandrake runs to the catacombs.


Milena studies the area carefully to try and see where Vandrake went. "Where is Vandrake? That man needs his help."

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21


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Milena:

Milena recalls that she spotted Vandrake's in his distinct white clothing heading into the temple shortly after they had rounded the corner to get back into this street.


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THE STREETS GROUP (Vandrake)

Realization also spreads across Jobe's face, as he runs with you towards the temple, as fast as possible.

Giving them 1 more round. of fighting.


Milena turns to Eftil and Rodrik: "He went back in the temple... He must have left for a reason. Do we leave this man here and go find him?"

If all agree, she'll make sure the man is set comfortably and stable, then will run after Vandrake.


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil hesitates. "Perhaps he was...running from something. Maybe...I should stay up here."


Male Tiefling (Devil-spawn) [Native Outsider] Inquisitor of Asmodeus (Infiltrator)

There are quite a few clerics present to help the man.


Eftil Apaltic wrote:
Eftil hesitates. "Perhaps he was...running from something. Maybe...I should stay up here."

"Well, if he was running away, we'll catch the thing between us and him! Plus, there's plenty of help here for the wounded. Anyway, I'm off!"


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil considers it, then nods. "Makes sense."
He runs after Milena.


Male Unblooded Hound Master Strategist 1

Rodrik nods to Milena and charges after Jobe into the temple, hammer drawn.


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Did I miss a post from Evengi?


"If you can get that beast over here, we can form a line and keep the assassins away from the wounded." Evengi shouts to the children

Dodge and slice 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21
slashing damage 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Evengi parries the assassin's weapon away with a clatter, sending a spit of sparks into the darkness from the clashing blades. Seizing the opening, he strikes, carving a deep slash across the warrior's chest.


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THE CATACOMBS GROUP (Evengi, Diri, Lysi)

Diri's been unsummoned.

Evengi opens a massive hole in the chest of the man he is fighting, who gasps and staggers, falling to the ground, clutching at his chest, his breathing haggard. It seems Evengi punctured a lung.

Rutilia is fishing around in her robes for something, and pulls out a scroll. She quickly unfurls it, and begins chanting. The words of the scroll vanish with the scent of sulfur and...

Will Save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15

The leader (and only remaining attacker) suddenly freezes, about to stab out at Arry.

The din of battle is gone, and the only sound is the rasping final breaths of the man Evengi sliced open.

The sound of more footfalls coming to the stairs can be heard after a moment.


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THE TEMPLE GROUP (Vandrake)

You are leading Jobe, but he is giving you directions, so you are able to make it quickly to the top of the stairs to the catacombs. You hear nothing below but the sound of ragged, gasping breaths.


Female Cinder Sorcerer

"Ar....Arry? Are you okay?" she asks, white as a sheet and looking like she might fall over any minute.


The sound of his sister's voice is the only thing that keeps from stabbing the now immobile man. Worry replaces anger on his face as he rushes to his sister's side.

"I'm fine, and you are too, really. Nothing a healer can't fix!"


Female Cinder Sorcerer

"It's...an awful lot of blood though...I don't wanna look again. It makes me feel all funny and lightheaded," she said, leaning against Arry for balance.


Evengi moves like a shot, tackling the remaning assassin and bearing him to the ground. Yes I know he was magicked somehow, but Evengi is moving to fast to think right now.

"Quick! I need something to tie this villian up! You there, boy, see if you can find something to bind this man. The girl will be fine for a moment or two."


"We're in the catacombs and I don't even have my pack with me!" Arry snaps at Evengi. "Just take his stuff and tie him up with his shirt or belt or something!"

"It's not that bad, sis, and any blood looks like a lot." He says as he wraps an arm around her for support. "If you feel light-headed you should probably sit down though."

Bluff:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Sense Motive, DC 9:
Arry is terrified and trying not to let it show so his sister doesn't panic.


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Vandrake can now hear voices coming from down the stairs. DC 15 perception check to ID them before you go down though.


Is the guy that Evengi tackled moving?


Male Tiefling (Devil-spawn) [Native Outsider] Inquisitor of Asmodeus (Infiltrator)

Vandrake walks down the stairs, a prayer on the lips to meet an enemy with the divine mandate of The Hierarchy.

Perception:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
Move action down the stairs.
Ready action to cast charm person (Will DC 16) on the first perceived enemy.
AC 8 Hps 8/8


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THE CATACOMBS GROUP (Evengi, Arry, Lysi, Vandrake)

Will Save vs. Hold Person: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

Vandrake comes down the stairs to the scene. Bloodied people everywhere including the children, and most of the dignitaries. Evengi is pinning a man at the moment, though no other hostilities are apparent.

Rutilia quickly moves over to Evengi, saying "Quickly, the spell will not hold indefinitely! Bind him!"

Tesla is coughing at the back of the room.


"Curses."

Evengi strips out of his shirt, rips a couple of long strips off of the torn fabric and then binds the assailant's hands behind his back, looping them repeatedly and tying multiple knots.

It may not work well, but it might slow him down a minute or more. Now for the woman...Tesla? What was her rank?

Evengi leaves the man and moves over to see how he can aid Tesla. "This would be easier if I had supplies...or a healer's kit. This may sting a bit lady, but I will do my best."

Heal to staunch and bandage Tesla's wounds 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

"Anyone else have any skill with healing?"


Male Tiefling (Devil-spawn) [Native Outsider] Inquisitor of Asmodeus (Infiltrator)

Vandrake moves to the children. He looks about attempting to ensure that the enemies are not close to where he stands. If he is sure he will not envelop them, he touches his hand to central diamond-shaped symbol, and calls forth the healing energy of the positive material plane. If there are too many enemies close, he will pick up Lysi and carry her while telling Arry and the other wounded allies to follow. Once he is sure he is clear, he will call forth the positive energy.

Channel Energy:1d8 ⇒ 5
Everyone within 30 feet is healed.
I'm assuming my positive energy bonus doesn't count for channeling? Seems like it should, but not sure whether you took it into account when designing aurels.


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I honestly hadn't thought about the positive energy channelling. Seems a bit OP to make it +1 per dice (which would increase the average effectiveness by about 20-25%). Let me think about that.

THE CATACOMBS GROUP (Everyone except Pravus)

Vandrake is shortly joined by Jobe, who curses at the sight awaiting them. Seeing Tesla hunched in the corner, bleeding from her stomach, he runs to her.

Sense Motive (DC12):

It is clear by the worry on Jobe's face, and the relief on Tesla's, that the pair are more than diplomats to each other.

Jobe is ever the pragmatist though, and finding Tesla isn't in any immediate danger, he begins moving unconscious bodies of the enemies away from where most of the fallen allies are, instructing Evengi and Vandrake to do likewise, and having everyone gather around Vandrake for healing.

This is the scene upon which Rodrick, Milena and Eftil arrive. Jobe appears distressed, ensuring Tesla is no longer in danger before turning to Lysi. "Are you alright, little one?" He says, the heavy hand of guilt weighing upon him. "You were so very brave."

Evengi and Vandrake note that the spell holding the leader seems to have worn off, and he is struggling against the makeshift bonds.


Milena seems to float as she moves in and stays near the leader, ready to replace the bonds with her limbs if she feels it necessary. What in the Goddess name happened here? An ambush? Against whom? And why?

She looks at the bound leader and reads his face to get to his thoughts. Speak to me... Her sight moves across the minute details of his face, trying to build a comprehensive picture from all the clues and the small movements of his face.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17


Male Tiefling (Devil-spawn) [Native Outsider] Inquisitor of Asmodeus (Infiltrator)

Vandrake caresses Lysi's head, "That should make you well, little one. I am sorry we left you without proper protection."

After the injured are healed, Vandrake walks calmly to the bound leader ,"A craven attempt at an assassination as most such attempts are. Jobe, what to do with this one? Do you know it? Or do you require an interrogation?"


Female Cinder Sorcerer

Lysi feels relief as the healing energy washes over her. Her wound still felt a little tender to the touch and there was an angry red line she could see through the hole in her dress, but no more blood was seeping out. She looks up at Jobe as he tells her she was brave and her lower lip starts to quiver.

"I wasn't brave. I was stupid. When we saw that there were bad people down here with the diplomats we tried to run away. There was a servant who was helping us try to escape. Only there was another bad man guarding the back door and he killed the servant and there was so much blood, and then Diri killed the bad person and there was even more blood. But we didn't know if there were more bad people in the alley and we were scared so we came down here because even though we knew there were bad people we knew there were allies too who might help us, but when we got here the bad people were going to kill them too and I just wanted to make them stop and I wasn't thinking things through and I only was able to knock out one of them and then the big one put a sword right through my belly and I thought I was going to be dead too only I was really, really lucky. And there's still too much blood and Diri is gone and I don't like this..." she said much too fast before dissolving into tears.


"Sis, don't cry! You'll make Thyla start too!" Arry tells Lysi, gesturing to the thylacine, which is watching the man struggling in his bonds. Arry probably wasn't talking about his summoned friend. "Diri will be okay. He always comes back when I ask him to, you know that! He just went home to rest is all!"

He hugs Lysi tightly, careful to avoid the place she got stabbed.

"I'm so glad you're okay!"


Evengi moves off to the side of the chamber to stay as inconspicuous as possible. Moving smoothly and calmly he puts the knives that he was using to fight down on the lid of one of the tombs and shuffles near the pack of diplomats, schooling his expression back to its vacuous normality.


Female Cinder Sorcerer

Lysi gulped in big breaths of air as she tried to stop crying. She hugged Arry back.

"I'm (hic) glad you're (hic) okay too.(hic)" She said, having come own with a bad case of hiccups as a result of her crying fit.


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil nods. "We're here."
The noctal reaches back and draws his boar spear. He steps over and jabs the bound man with it. "Who are you?"


Male Unblooded Hound Master Strategist 1

Rodrik surveys the scene with an angry grimace, slipping his hammer into its holster. His gaze falls upon the children and he flushes with rage. He pushes past Eftil and lifts the captive up against the wall. Rodrik's bulk trembles from exertion and anger as he presses the man against the wall.
"Women. And. Children." He growls through gritted teeth before hurling the man back to the ground. He pulls his hammer again and levels it at the man's face.
"You can die quickly, or very, very slowly. Who sent you?"


Male Human (Noctal bloodline) Fighter (Polearm Master) 1

Eftil blinks, looking a bit disoriented. He pokes Rodrik with the spear. "We probably..."
He stops and shrugs. He glances at Evengi.


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THE CATACOMBS GROUP

"Control yourself, Rodrik!" Jobe stands, still near the children, but his voice is that of battlefield command, loud as clear despite the poor acoustics of the catacombs. "We will save the interrogation for when we have magic to force him to tell the truth. Though I think this will tell us more than we need to know." All this is said as Jobe strides towards the man held up to the wall. He tears the mask from the man's face. The skin tone and high cheek bones clearly indicate Khallan descent. Tattooed on his forehead is the symbol of the Khallan Inquisitors: A flaming greatsword held in two hands and pointed downwards.

"I believe it's clear that the Khallans are behind this attack. This explains why they chose a temple of Sehlash as a distraction for us." Jobe turns to the delegates. "They do not wish us to ally, for they fear our combined strength." Jobe throws the man's mask aside, and moves back to Tesla. "Let us get the injured to the clerics outside. Eftil, Rodrick. Please ensure that man does not escape. Bring him with us." Jobe picks up Tesla, cradling her in his arms, and begins up the stairs.


"Sis, the Khallans... I want make them fail." Arry whispers. "They hurt you, and I can't let that go. It's up to you though."


Female Cinder Sorcerer
Arawn "Arry" Lyon wrote:
"Sis, the Khallans... I want make them fail." Arry whispers. "They hurt you, and I can't let that go. It's up to you though."

"These are bad people,"she whispered back, thinking of the servant who had died trying to help them escape. "I think making trouble for them is probably a good thing. But we have to be careful. I don't want to lose you either. You stay smart and I'll try to be smarter, okay?"


"You trying to say I wasn't smart before?" Arry jokes. "I thought you didn't believe what the teachers said!"

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