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I don't think she took a shield because she uses a two-handed sword and bow. ...
I was not aware of any post where Ana was given a shield, but I may have missed it. If there was one, please point it out with a link.
Considering that her regular weapon options (the +1 two-handed sword or the halberd with reach) are both pretty devastating but require two hands, having the shield limits her options to basically only using the wand while she has a shield up. She can hold the sword or the halberd in one hand while wielding the wand, then put the wand away in the same round that she wants to swing.
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It occurs to me that Ferrous and Fistep probably ought to have a formation where they cover Ana.
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Something like this:
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With the gnolls coming from the left. The gap between Ferrous and Fistep gives Ana room to use the wand without hitting either of them, and she can switch to the halberd and attack someone in melee with either Ferrous or Fistep without having to advance.
Just a thought.
With the current map layout, Ferrous has enough movement to move diagonally past Wallia and engage the far hyaena, while Fistep can reach the nearer one.
I have to say, I'm feeling much less optimistic about this fight now that Wallia decided against healing Ana. 8 HP is not a lot. But Zynazyr still has a Sleep spell I think.
I did suggest Ana use Ferrous's shield here but nothing came of it. It was a long time ago.
Given the way initiative works in B/X, there is a risk of enemies getting two turns back-to-back. Ana has +3 Init, at least.
The regular gnolls can move 3 squares and attack? Or 9 squares if they don't attack? 30' move, halved for going up the stairs.
And Ana can move 1.5 squares if she uses the rod, or 4.5 if she does not? She ended up pretty far from the hole.
Well, I have to say I was being a bit more aggressive. I figured I could heal her next round, not to mention there is/was some debate on whether she had a shield which would have reversed the hit or not.
I will definitely use one of my healing spells on her next turn.
Sorry, Wallia. That was rude of me and uncalled for.
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The regular gnolls can move 3 squares and attack? Or 9 squares if they don't attack? 30' move, halved for going up the stairs.
And Ana can move 1.5 squares if she uses the rod, or 4.5 if she does not? She ended up pretty far from the hole.
These numbers are correct.
Remember that Ana can move 3 squares down the stairs and attack, or 9 squares down while running. That is how she got so far down. Ferrous was moving and shooting and so was Fistep I think.
Also note that the "landings" are flat and allow normal movement.
It has been a very busy week, much of which was spent with my parents whom I was visiting. I have a con this weekend, and I have some family business to take care of next week. I may be a few more days between posts, but don't worry. When I get everything straightened out, I'll be back on the action bandwagon. In the meantime, sit tight, or if I am in your game, please bot me as necessary.
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Guys: I've been having internet connectivity issues the last few days. My connection has been going out for long periods. I'm hoping that the problem is over but I can't say for sure.
I'm going to try and get caught up but since my window for posting may be limited I will handle threads that require short posts first.
Update: My wife's elderly aunt has been moved into a care facility. My wife and I are tasked with clearing out her room of all her belongings and finding a place to store them. We have about 10 days to do this, and we have our own affairs to worry about as well. To complicate things, she has lost several savings bonds and other important papers (like her will) in her room, so we can't just go in and bulldoze the place. We have to look for the papers as we pack. It's slow going and very tedious, so until we get the room vacated, my posting will be limited, but I will try to keep pace as much as possible.
LCDM are you still experiencing connection issues?
Hello
ROLE CALL! Who is still checking this thing?
Still here!
Still in.
Here
here
so looks like we only lost the DM and Fistep.
All, I am in the midst of con season and I have two cons in the span of a month, one of which I am working as staff. If I am slowing things down, please feel free to bot me. If you are in my group, please be patient and I will check in as often as time allows. Things should be back to normal after the first weekend in March.
ha Ana don't think that is a problem in this campaign. Anyone hear from LCDM?
He has also vanished from the Kingmaker game that Ana and I are in. Where once again I am arguing for tackling a huge group of foes because I don't see any other option.
(Although this time it is others trying to do clever trickery and I am playing a tank cleric who wants to make a head-on assault with AC, other buffs, and healing.)
He disappeared from my Starfinder game as well.
The last time I looked in December, his last post anywhere was about the same time as in this game unfortunately.
Stick a fork in this one?
Looks like... I had a great time with this one and will keep you all in mind for any openings that appear in the various APs I am in (or running).
And if you find anybody willing to run some B/X, or even pick this one up, I'd be up for that.
Thanks.. great playing with you.