Baldwin the Merciful's: Treasure of Chimera Cove (ACG) (Inactive)

Game Master baldwin the merciful

Quiznab nods at Xavier's statement and hustles over to C-4. Still concentrating on the shadowy bug, he moves that to C6 to menace the Hobgoblin near Rena, and hopefully get its attention.

Double move + swift action to maintain concentration via effortless trickery feat. According to the spell description I can move the illusion within an area of 4+1/level = 10 10' squares. It doesn't define what shape that must be which allows creativity but makes it harder to know what is and isn't allowed.

Dr. Bugg is a bit shaken by the dazzling display that the hobgoblin did with his heavy flail this obviously affect his aim and his punches go wide.

Rena does manage to tumble away avoiding the attack of opportunity, but she's a bit dizzy when she stops as her aim is off significantly.

Xavier moves and hacks down with his sword but his attack missed.

RD 2: Hobgoblins

The hobgoblin surrounded by the group smashes down with authority at Bug, "tenderize your flesh with me club...make you guud and tasty."

heavy flail: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13;damage: 1d10 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

The second hobgoblin continues to yell warnings "Attack!", then he moves up to Rena (5ft step0

heavy flail: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17;damage: 1d10 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

the dice hate me.

Quib moves the illusion to C:5

Updated RD 2 Map

RD 2: Targus

The large scruffy man bears down with his greataxe at the first hobgoblin,

greataxe: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (19) + 10 = 29;damage: 1d12 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

With his mighty blow he chops the hobgoblin's chest open.

RD 3

bug -
Rena -
HG -
Quiz -
Xavier
Targus

RD 3 Map

Bug will again attempt to put the target down (assuming it is still standing with its chest open).

flurry, power attack, dragon style.
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20 damage: 1d8 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19 maybe, probably miss
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27 damage: 1d8 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18
to hit: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14 miss

If the HG did go down the action will be to move to the next target (which appears to be a double move).

"You guys move on, I can get this one!"

Xavier doubles to B4 to aid the investigator.
Bug. Push forward.

Damn this heavy armor! Ragathiel.grant me speed

Quiz is at C-4 :)

Quiznab tells the team, "Reinforcements are surely coming soon!"
Is the door closed? Is there any reaction from inside? Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

Quiznab will ready an action to cast Create Pit on the squares in front of the door if multiple enemies come out as long as party members won't be affected (DC17 reflex).
Move action: Perception check
Swift action: Maintain that illusion (it doesn't threaten this round because that would need another swift action.)
Standard action: Ready a create pit

The first HG was killed by Targus so I moved you Bug.

Updated RD 3 Map

A new HG appears form around the far side of the boathouse with his heavy flail in hand.

The HG that is being pressed by the party tries to make a will save for the threatening image.

will save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11
Add +1 in there is fear component to the threatening image
failed

He attacks xavier,

att: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10;damage: 1d10 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

The double doors to the house are closed.

RD 3 update

bug - moved
Rena -
HG - second one missed xavier, third one appears from corner
Quiz - readies a spell
Xavier - moved
Targus - moved

Rena your up.

FYI the red blood spot on the map is Quiz illusion.

RD 3: Rena DMPC

she steps back 5 ft and fires another bolt,

atk, lg xbow +1, pbs, large: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (17) + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 26;
dmg, lg xbow +1, pbs: 2d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7, 5) + 1 + 1 = 14

The bolt nearly comes out of the other side of the hobgoblin but the creature is still up and fighting.

quiz did you do anything with your spell you were readying?

RD 4

bug -
Rena -
HG -
Quiz -
Xavier -
Targus

RD 4 Map

*FYI the blacked out area from G-L: -3 to 2 is actually water. I added to the map on the fly to give space to move around.

Time for another beatdown.

5' step forward

power attack, dragon style, brawler flurry
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 9 = 10 miss
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13 miss
to hit: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16 miss

or maybe time for a lot of whiffing

It looks like the party can handle 1 or 2 at a time just fine. I'll save my spells until the odds are no longer in our favour (I assume that's a matter of when not if).

With a subtle flick of his wrist, Quiz directs the illusury shadow to B6 where it rakes the hobgoblin with its shadowy talons, providing a distraction for Xavier!

At the same time Quiz strains to hear any additional reinforcements over the sounds of battle. Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13

Move action: Perception Check
Standard action: Maintain illusion and have it attack and flank for Xavier.
Swift action: Change the threatened square.

Xavier bats aside the clumsy attacks, though one does get through, his armored shell stops any damage. He replies with a great chop to the hobs left.

2 hand, PA, DF, BS, F: 1d20 + 9 - 2 + 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 9 - 2 + 3 + 2 + 2 = 26
2 hand damage, str, df, PA , Destruction: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 21
Cornugon Smash Intimidate: 1d20 + 12 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 12 + 2 = 17

I had this, fellas... Can't a girl have any fun? I'll try to soften this one up.

Rena steps back 5 ft and fires another bolt at newgoblin.

atk, lg xbow +1, pbs, large: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 13
dmg, lg xbow +1, pbs: 2d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4, 2) + 1 + 1 = 8

Thanks for the DMPC, awesome rolls. I'd take them any day or round.

Rena's shot missed but Xavier put the hobgoblin by the door down but there is one remaining who is rounding the corner.

I still need to tak the HG actions

RD 4

bug - missed
Rena -missed
HG -
Quiz -
Xavier - killed the HG
Targus

The Hobgolbin by the edge of the building charges forward and strikes at Bug with his heavy flail,

att, charge: 1d20 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 2 = 13;damage: 1d10 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

crapola

RD 4: Targus

The youthful boy moves forward to meet the charging hobgolbin.

greataxe: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14;damage: 1d12 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16

he misss.

RD 5

bug -
Rena -
HG -
Quiz -
Xavier -
Targus

RD 5 Map

"Nice of you to come to me for the beatdown. " on the one that charged at him

power attack, flurry, dragon syle
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (14) + 9 = 23 damage: 1d8 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21
to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21 damage: 1d8 + 12 ⇒ (3) + 12 = 15
to hit: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12 miss

Quiz walks forward towards the party and gets the shadow bug to take a 5' step to flank for Targus.

"Surprised we've not had any reaction from inside."

Move action: walk to C0
Standard action: maintain concentration and move the illusion to D6
Swift action: change threatened square to D6

I am here. just waiting my turn

Two of Bug's punches hit like thunder claps rocking the hobgoblin. He is still up and pressing on. There are sounds from inside and there is a bit of crying.

Xavier feel free to post your action and I'll fit it in where it appropriate.

I'll try to finish this one up? These guys are tough.

Rena fires another bolt at newgoblin. After doing so, she makes sure she has line of sight in, when the door opens.

atk, lg xbow +1, pbs, large: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 22
dmg, lg xbow +1, pbs: 2d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1, 1) + 1 + 1 = 4

Classic!

The bolt hits but it's only a flesh wound and the hobgoblin sneers.

RD 5: Hobgoblin

He turns adn strikes out at Xavier with his heavy flail,

att: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17;damage: 1d10 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

Missing - yet again.

Ragathiel take you!
The priest swings hard and down to the left, two handed with his bastard sword, batting the hob's weapon wide and seemingly without anyway for Xavier to stop, so he doesn't try. He continues the spin and brings his sword around again.
2 hand, PA, DF, BS, F: 1d20 + 9 - 2 + 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 9 - 2 + 3 + 2 + 2 = 28
2 hand damage, str, df, PA , Destruction: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 23
Cornugon Smash Intimidate: 1d20 + 12 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 12 + 2 = 19

The swing is mighty but the cut very deep.

Xavier cut's the last hobgoblin down severing the head from his body.

What ar eyou doing now?

There are sounds of movement within the boathouse and there is a lot of crying and a bit of yelling to "Shut up."

Bug will try to open the door. If it doesn't open, he will attempt to break it.

strength: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

Rena hurriedly reloads her repeater with another 5 bolt case.

Full Round Action.

Quiznab quickly uses his wand of Mage Armour (oops I meant to use that before heading into town but forgot to say). And waits to see if the door is barred before deciding what to do next.

Edit: Forgot to say I'll dismiss the shadow bug, we're getting away from where I cast it so it probably can't move much further anyway.

the door is locked and solid Bug. You think there a board of some type latching the back of the door in addition to the hand mechanism.

Are there any windows? If so, he'll probably just jump through one. He's kinda impulsive like that.

acrobatics: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (17) + 11 = 28

There are no windows that you you've seen form the two angles of the building that you've looked at, there are some vents near the roof line but nothing that you could squeeze through in your current form.

He will circle around the building looking for another way in.

I've heard of players using create pit to bypass locked doors, I've also heard of DMs saying no :)

Is there a keyhole, can we see anything through it? If so perhaps I could dimensional slide through and open the door from inside.

R6-10 Xavier starts chopping away at the door while his Blessing and spells last.
2 hand damage: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 22
2 hand damage: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 29
2 hand damage: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 23
2 hand damage: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 24
2 hand damage: 1d10 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 21

Bug both sides of the building extend well over the water and you don't see another way in except by water.

As far as creating a pit to get in that is probably a situation issue, I can thing of several nasty occurrences that would happen in a situation like that. I'm more than willing to play it it out if you'd like. :-)

How's the door holding up under the onslaught?

Xavier hacks and hacks at the door when an opening occurs.

bolt, part cover: 1d20 + 10 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 10 - 2 = 12;damage: 1d10 ⇒ 1

Flat footed

That is followed quickly by bolt of an acidic arrow,

RTA, acid arrow: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13;damage: 2d4 ⇒ (4, 4) = 8
*Flat Footed

Xavier you see there are at at least 10 folks sitting on the floor between the door and the interior of the boat house and there are more villagers lined up throughout the buidling (Targus would have told you there were 29 villagers total) These villagers are obvious shields/obstacles.

the dice clearly hate me.

Give me a few minutes and I'll roll out initiatives.

Bug will jump into the water and swim for an opening.

Bug what is your swim speed? Bug you get a complete RD of swimming as a head start as Xavier is hacking a the door. The door's has a sizable crack on RD 2.

Initiative Order:

orog's, yello
Bug
Xavier
Rena
Quiz
Orogs, red

RD 1 Map

What round does the crack appear? It's important to know my buff durations

The Holy Man continues his assault on the door as the two bolts miss wide.
Between hacks he calls,Let those people go. Defeat me in single combat and my allies will let you leave unmolested. Harm any of those people and we will end every one of you!

You splinter the wood well in RD 1, you open a crack that both you and the enemy can see through in RD 2, the door is completely broken in RD 3 (which is RD 1 for initiative).

Quiz will move two squares east so he has a better view. I'm hoping to divide and conquer here with an illusary wall, but I need to know were the armed folk are first.

My swim speed is normal (half of 30 so 15 per move or 30 for a full round of swimming).

swim: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19

Quiz you'll need to make perception check as a move action to get a bearing about where particular people are in this boat house. It is cramped and crowded. Are you moving to C:5?