Clebsch GM Wrath of the Righteous Adventure Path (Inactive)

Game Master Clebsch73

I'm so sorry, I forgot it was my turn and got distracted.

Karas watched his prey step around the corner with a sneer and worked to remove the rat in his way. The light began to close the rat inflicted wounds.

if my first swing hits and kills I'd like to forgo the second and use a move action to engage the mongrels at the end of the tunnel. Heal 1 for fast healing.
claw Attack + Guidance: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8
Claw Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8
If that didn't kill it or you rule I can't declare that method:
Claw attack 2: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25
Claw damage 2: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Karas finds the rats almost as hard to hit as the others found the viper. They were very fast and had bony protrusions that acted as armor. His first swing at the one in front of him missed, but the second connected solidly. The rat was knocked to the side and lay still. Karas now faced two more mongrelmen, so he was not likely to get to pursue his nemesis, although he could hope she was going to hang around to rejoin the fight.

Karas can take a five foot step into the space the rat was in if he wants.

Tauni climbed into the room fully and to the back wall.

The other rat nearby ignored her as she moved past. Then she turned her crossbow on it, with magic and her natural prescience helping her aim true. The bolt pierced the rats side but did not kill the hardy beast. She felt the warding presence of the sanctuary dissolve as she fired her bolt, her aggressive action breaking the spell.

Round 4
Rat 3 (attacked, did 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (attacked, missed)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (26 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (-1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)
Anevia
Aravashnial
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, dying or dead)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 3 rnds)
Rat 2 (5 lethal)
Mongrelman 5
Mongrelman 6
Horgus
Karas (8 lethal, Guidance 6 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (1 lethal, -1 Wis)

I'll take that 5ft towards them. Thanks!

I'll be out most of today as well, so I'll get an early post up, if that's ok.

Ellena scaled the ladder, gritting her teeth as she saw the carnage happening in front of her. Once she reached the upper levels, she pulled her sword, ready to strike out at the rats or any other enemies that should still be standing.

The goblin jokester swung viciously, nearly toppling over as his head rolled with his swings.

Attack on Rat Three: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26 for Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3, nonlethal
Crit Confrim: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19 for Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1, nonlethal
Attack on Rat Three: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8 for Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 2, nonlethal

These positions aren't too great for me. Need my flanking :(

Franti bangs one of the rats around with his sap, but not enough to knock it out.

Anarya cast a helpful orison on Ellena before the paladin climbed the ladder and positioned herself to attack, where she saw Tauni and Avelina threatened by two vicious rats.

I'm going to assume Ellena will attack rat 1 to help the lightly armored wizard. If Ellena would like to attack a different creature, she could attack Rat 2 or 3, although to get to 3 she would provoke an AOO from both 1 and 2.

Ellena attacked the rat threatening Tauni, but could not hit the frisky rodent.

Lerial, the Baphomet cultist, opened a rusted iron door and moved through, closing it behind her after giving a wink at Karas.

Round 4
Rat 3 (4 NL)(attacked, did 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (attacked, missed)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con) (attacks twice, hits for 4, misses)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (27 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (-1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)(moves, casts guidance on Ellena)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 10 rounds) (moves, attacks, misses)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist (moves)
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds)
Rat 2 (5 lethal)
Mongrelman 5
Mongrelman 6
Horgus
Karas (8 lethal, Guidance 6 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (1 lethal, -1 Wis)

Avelina, expecting to see humanoid cultists, was not prepared to be attacked at her ankles. She recoiled in horror at the sight of the filthy creatures.

"Eeek! Away, you...you dirty thing!"

She desperately threw out a mace blow towards the wounded rat.

Attack with Light Mace (guidance): 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 + 1 = 10
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 5

Avelina's attempt to hit the rat connected only with the air, as the creature darted about.

These rats are closer to the size of a coyote, so not necessarily at her ankles.

The rat Avelina attacked tried to nip her arm as but was missed.

Meanwhile, the mongrelman facing Karas snarled, revealing an ugly cow-like tongue and broad teeth, "Baphomet branded you. Hold still and we will add to your scars!" He swings his club and connects, adding bruises to Karas side.

The other mongrelman tried to sling a stone past his buddy but the sling glanced off the wall and the shot went astray.

Round 4
Rat 3 (4 NL)(attacked, did 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (attacked, missed)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con) (attacks twice, hits for 4, misses)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (27 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (-1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)(moves, casts guidance on Ellena)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 10 rounds) (moves, attacks, misses)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist (moves)
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds) (attacks, misses)
Rat 2 (5 lethal) (attacks, misses)
Mongrelman 5 (attacks, hits for 4)
Mongrelman 6 (ranged attack, miss)
Horgus (delay)
Karas (11 lethal, Guidance 5 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (1 lethal, -1 Wis)

Tauni stomped the ground and slashed her dagger at the rat between her and Ellena. She didn't come close to striking, she just hoped to distract it and make it easier for the paladin to finish it off. She bit her lower lip as she looked down the passage at the approaching mongrelmen, eager to help Karas with them.

Aid another to give Ellena a +2 to hit the rat 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 = 16.

Karas' shining eyes homed in on the mongrelman that spoke that blasted name. His teeth gritted as he stared the monrgel down for a second and spoke more growl than word. "Wwwwwrong. Will. Tear. Your. Tongue. From. Head."

His blood soaked claws flashed in the light.

Full Attack

Claw Attack 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24
Claw Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

Claw Attack 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20
Claw Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

I just noticed that I forgot to give Ellena her flanking bonus on her last attack, however, it still would not have hit, for what it's worth.

Karas' threat was no idle boast as his sharp claws ripped deeply into the first mongrelman's chest. The traitor collapsed and Karas stepped closer to his goal, with just one mongrelman between him and the fleeing cultist.

Tauni cleverly distracted the rat between them to give the paladin a better opening of attack.

The rat in the NW corner of the narrow room followed after Karas and bit him from behind. Did 5 points.

Round 5
Rat 3 (4 NL) (attack, hit, 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (attack, hit, 4 to Tauni)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (27 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (-1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 10 rounds, +2 attack on Rat 1)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds)
Rat 2 (5 lethal)
Mongrelman 5 (16 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6
Horgus (delay)
Karas (16 lethal, Guidance 5 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (5 lethal, -1 Wis)

Anarya said she might not be able to post much this weekend, so on her turn, unless she suggests otherwise, she will activate the shield spell from her scale and move up into the room, unless Ellena gives her a signal not to. I assume she will be concerned to be close enough to give healing if it is needed as a matter of life or death.

Franti took a step (to (3,5)) towards the rat he smacked earlier, pinning it between himself and Karas' rampage. The goblin showed his teeth with a wide grin that stretched ear to ear. "Careful Mister Mouser, Silver really doesn't like rats." The fool whipped at the cornered animal.

Flanking Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 6 + 2 = 27 for Damage: 1d4 + 1d6 ⇒ (1) + (3) = 4, nonlethal
Flanking Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 6 + 2 = 18 for Damage: 1d4 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + (6) = 10, nonlethal

Five foot step to (3,5), Fulround Attack. If Rat is downed after first hit, can I move action forward? Cool if not.

Franti beat the rat into unconsciousness with a furious assault.

Anarya activates the protective shield from Terendelev's scale and climbs the ladder as far as Ellena and then waits for the all clear signal. Readied action to continue moving when Ellena moves out of the way or motions for her to squeeze past her. I'm not sure it's technically possible to split movement that way, but it seems fair in this case.

Round 5
Rat 3 (4 NL) (attack, hit, 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (attack, hit, 4 to Tauni)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con) (2 attacks, 14 NL to rat 3)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (28 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (-1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd) (Activates shield, partial move, ready action)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 10 rounds, +2 attack on Rat 1)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds)
Rat 2 (5 lethal)
Mongrelman 5 (16 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6
Horgus (delay)
Karas (16 lethal, Guidance 5 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (5 lethal, -1 Wis)

Avelina can take her action as soon as Ellena's is resoloved. The cultist is out of sight and not affecting the situation actively at this point.

Ellena swung her sword at the flanked enemy, expending her Guidance bonus.

Attack 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 1 + 2 = 14

Damage 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12

Avelina's face took on a look of pleading gratitude as she saw Ellena take up position next to her.

"Oh, My Champion! Bless the Inheritor!"

Emboldened by her companion at her side, Avelina takes a more measured swing, this time at the flanked rat Rat 1

If Ellena already finished off the flanked rat, Avelina will attack Rat 2

Attack with Light Mace: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 2

Ellena also had a bonus of +2 from Tauni's aid giving her a result of 16, but that still wasn't enough.

Ellena attacked the rat between her and Tauni but the creature was too quick and evaded damage again. However, Avelina managed to finally damage it, although it was not a serious wound.

The other rat attacked Ellena but couldn't penetrate her defenses.

Anarya wriggled up past Ellena. Both rats tried to bite her as she went by. One was stopped by the force of Terendelev's scale, but the other got past it and bit her. For 4 points damage. She rushed toward Karas, seeing his many wounds and sensing he had little time to get healing aid to him. Her halo added welcome light to the room.

At the other side of the room, one last mongrelman stood between Karas and the fleeing cultist. He dropped his sling and drew his club and tried to add more injury to the bloodied tiefling.

His club caught Karas under the chin for a teeth jarring impact. His body taxed to the limit, Karas was now going mostly on will. In his raging state, I believe Karas has 23 hp. The mongrelman hit put him at 23. His fast healing will keep him from being disabled, at 1 hp. If he goes negative, however, he'll be at least -5.

Edit: Horgus entered the trophy room and went over and began searching the body of the fallen cultist. Anevia kept a sharp eye on him while Aravashnial tapped his way into the room to stand by the passage to the ladder, listening for requests for his conjuring resources.

Round 5
Rat 3 (4 NL) (attack, hit, 5 to Karas)
Rat 1 (2 lethal)(attack, hit, 4 to Tauni)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con) (2 attacks, 14 NL to rat 3)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (28 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd) (Activates shield, partial move, ready action)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)(attacked, missed)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (moves into trophy room, H10)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist (???)
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds) (attacked, hit Rat 1 for 2)
Rat 2 (5 lethal)(attacked, missed)
Mongrelman 5 (17 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6 (attacked, hit Karas for 7)
Horgus (Searching cultist's body for valuables)
Karas (22 lethal, Guidance 5 rnds, raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (5 lethal, -1 Wis)

Prescience 1d20 ⇒ 20

"Not again!" Tauni cried out when the rat's teeth sunk into her thigh. Angered at simple rat striking her, Tauni lashed out with her dagger at it.

To hit 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9
Damage 1d4 + 0 ⇒ (4) + 0 = 4

Edit: Substituting the prescience roll for the to hit roll, gives a possible crit.

Confirm 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
Damage 1d4 + 0 ⇒ (2) + 0 = 2

Correct. That hit put me to 1 HP in raging state -2 were I to fall unconscious. The fast healing on my turn puts me at a state of 2/-1 since 0 counts for a point. Also I expended my guidance back in round 3. I should not have it anymore.

The hit took Karas by surprise but his conscious fear was suppressed by the violent rage of his blood. He was slowed only momentarily before he pressed into the next Mongrel.

His tail however, seemed to have a mind of its own and slid into the pouch on his belt. It drew out one of the potion vials stored there and held it for him to notice.

Tail retrieves and holds potion as swift action after full attack.
Full attack at the Mongrel in front of him. 5ft further into tunnel if the attacks should drop the mongrel.

Claw Attack 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8
Claw Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Claw Attack 2: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14
Claw Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

I'm not clear on the meaning of "since 0 counts for a point." Before the start of this turn, Karas was at zero, so with fast healing, I would put him at 1. I have been applying the fast healing point at the start of Karas' turn.

Karas' first attack missed, but his follow-up hit a vulnerable spot and seriously injured the last mongrel, a woman with the beak and feathers, with legs like a gorilla.

I just noticed I forgot to apply Tauni's crossbow bolt damage to Rat 2. It has 12 points of damage and is barely able to keep going.

Tauni started to stab the rat and then had a momentary illusion of the rat darting to the side to avoid the blow. She stabbed where she sensed the creature would be and the knife drove into flesh. The rat did not die, but it was looking ragged with two wounds. Forgot the +2 for flanking, but it's still not enough for a crit. I assume the attack was on rat 1.

The rat Tauni had stabbed seemed to take it personally and leaped at her with renewed effort, hitting the same spot it bit before, tearing muscle and drawing more blood. 6 more damage.

Round 6
Rat 3 (18 NL, unconscious)
Rat 1 (6 lethal) (attacks, hits T for 6)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (28 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds)
Rat 2 (12 lethal)
Mongrelman 5 (17 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6 (10 lethal)
Horgus (delay)
Karas (22 lethal,raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (11 lethal, -1 Wis)

Acrobatics to Tumble through Mongrelman, vs 5+Mongrelman CMD: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17
Chance Encounter Reroll, if failed: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28

Franti took advantage of Karas' blow. The goblin fool dashed past Karas, and rolled to the ground, using his small size and large head to act almost like a ball to roll past the mongrelman. Franti hopped up and spun around, swinging a sap at the mongrelman he passed. "Lights out!"

Flanking Attack: 1d20 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 8 + 2 = 27 for Sneak Attack: 1d4 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + (6) = 10, nonlethal.

Move action to Tumble to (7,5) through Mongrelman's square, Standard action for flanking attack. Free action to use Chance Encounter, if needed.

Franti's goblin jester antics confused the mongrel traitor, allowing him to knock her out.

Round 6
Rat 3 (18 NL, unconscious)
Rat 1 (6 lethal) (attacks, hits T for 6)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)(moved, attacked, hit for 10 NL)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (29 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis, Guidance 2 rnds)
Rat 2 (12 lethal)
Mongrelman 5 (17 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6 (10 lethal, 10 NL, unconscious)
Horgus (delay)
Karas (22 lethal,raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (11 lethal, -1 Wis)

Let's give Anarya until Monday to post. Anyone dealing with the rats should go ahead and post, but Karas should wait for Anarya.

Ignore the 0 counts as a point thing. I was low on sleep lol. As for my HP, it's possible I've accidentally applied it twice one round somewhere so ill defer to you.

Ellena had begun to second guess herself. Why can't I strike this rat? What are you trying to tell me, goddess? I am listening!. She was grateful that Tauni provided an opportunity to strike At the distracted creature. The paladin closes her eyes and swung her sword.

Flanking attack 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 6 + 2 = 27

Damage 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Finally, The Inheritor answered Ellena's prayer.

Confirmation 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 6 + 2 = 20

Damage 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Anarya's shield spell is from her Campaign Trait, but you read my mind - that's exactly what I would have done before climbing up. Good call!

As Anarya climbed the ladder, two of the massive rodents lunged out at her. Reflexively, she threw out a hand to defend herself as a shield of light flashed into existence, blocking the one rat's bite, though it was unable to stop the other rat from sinking its fangs into her outstretched arm. She struggled, knocking the rat free before staggering backwards, away from the feral animals. In the chaos she spotted Karas, seemingly drenched in blood from several wounds. Gathering her light, she sent it flowing across the tiefling's flesh to seal his injuries.

Cure Light Wounds: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9

I'll post after seeing the resolution of Ellena's action

Not a good call, just lucky coincidence. I misread my notes and thought Anarya had the scale that provided the shield spell effect. Glad it worked out, however.

Anarya fed divine energy directly into Karas' badly wounded body as Ellena nearly cut one of the sewer rats in twain. Only one rat still lived and that was nearly dead.

Round 6
Rat 3 (18 NL, unconscious)
Rat 1 (18 lethal, unconscious, Dying or dead) (attacks, hits T for 6)
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)(moved, attacked, hit for 10 NL)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (29 lethal, unconscious, dead or dying)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)(CLW on Karas for 9)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)(attacks, hits, 18 to Rat 1)
Anevia (ready action)
Aravashnial (delay)
Rat 4 (12 lethal, unconscious, stable)
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis)
Rat 2 (12 lethal)
Mongrelman 5 (17 L, UC, Dying or dead)
Mongrelman 6 (10 lethal, 10 NL, unconscious)
Horgus (delay)
Karas (13 lethal,raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (11 lethal, -1 Wis)

"A glorious blow, My Champion! Only one remains, and I shall distract it so you may finish it!"

Avelina made a few probing, threatening swings at the rat, hoping to grab its attention long enough for Ellena to strike.

Aid Another (Ellena Attack vs Rat 2): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 1 = 17

Ellena has a +2 on her next attack on Rat 2

Tauni called out "Franti, wait for us!"When Tauni saw Avelina trying to distract the rat from Ellena, Tauni took the moment to do the same with another stomp and a wild swing of her dagger.

Aid another 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 1 + 2 = 15

Ellena has another +2 on her next attack vs. Rat 2 (I believe they stack).

"Horgus, Anevia, get ready to guide Aravashnial up. The way is almost clear!"

They do indeed stack, Tauni! Good call :)

Karas felt the energy wash over him as some of the red in his vision washed away. He grunted in approval, glowing eyes not leaving the hall ahead of them. He caught sight of his tail waving the potion at him and drank from the bottle.

Cure Light Wounds Potion: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Refreshed by more holy energy and his own newfound healing power he pressed on.

Even in his raging state he slowed enough to try not to fall in the grease.

Acrobatics to move 1/2 speed: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

Standard: Drink Potion
Move action: move 10ft to the grease then another 10 in the grease if acrobatics check is successful.

acrobatics: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16

Franti looked back to Tauni, watching the three girls surround the remaining rat. "Just a minute!" The fool moved to the grease, finding great pleasure in sliding across it. He made a note to ask Tauni to cast it again, perhaps he could work it into a routine of jokes.

The Goblin surfed the grease, slowing just in time to stop next to Karas. "Silver! You look... like you're having fun. We, I'm, need to wait for the others, maybe see about that blood on you." Franti looked at the mongrelman he knocked down, peering at the wounds Karas carved in him. The fool was hesitant to put a hand on Karas. He instead protected himself from any unseen threats, or from a particularly angry tiefling.

Move / Acrobatics to (9,6), standard for total defense. AC is now 22 until my next turn, if someone could move me on the map I'd appreciate it.

The last rat lunged at Tauni after she waved her dagger threateningly. Before Ellena could take advantage of the distraction, Tauni was bitten yet again. The shock to her system was too much and she fell unconscious and bleeding. 6 points damage.

Edit: Karas cures more damage with a potion and slides along to the far side of the greased floor, where he finds a room with another barricade but this one evidently meant to defend the lair from attacks from the east. The steel door is closed.

Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)
Narah, Deskari Cultist (30 lethal,dead)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis,aided: +4 to hit rat 2)
Anevia
Aravashnial
Leriel, Baphomet cultist
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis)
Rat 2 (12 lethal)
Horgus (brings items from cultist to ladder)
Karas (10 lethal,raging, fast healing 1)
Tauni (17 lethal, Unconscious, dying, bleeding -1 Wis)

Once Ellena takes out the last rat and Tauni is pulled back from death's door, you may drop out of initiative unless Karas wants to keep pushing.

Ellena appreciated the distractions the squad had provided her. She was determined to not waste the advantage, as she slices her trusty longsword through the air.

Attack w/2 aid anothers 1d20 + 6 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 6 + 2 + 2 = 24

Damage 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Ellena deftly cut across the rat's neck, still splashed with Tauni's blood. The creature dropped.

No need to act in melee order at this point, but limit your next action to one round, at least until a consensus is reached about whether to proceed or retreat. Most of the downed foes are stable. Indicate if you coup de grace any to finish them off.

Avelina gasped as Tauni went down while Ellena perfectly finished the combat with one last swing on the rat.

"You do the Glorious work of the Inheritor, My Champion! Ensure that no other beasts or villains approach while I see to Tauni!"

Avelina rushed over to Tauni, her disgust at the rats meaning nothing in the face of such a heavily wounded comrade. She knelt down, craddling the wizard's head, then drew a potion of cure light wounds and began trying to pour it down the throat of the unconscious Tauni.

Five-foot-step, move action to draw the potion, standard action to begin the full round action of force-feeding a potion

Karas hopped the barricade and pounded on the steel door in rage. As he did so, his features began to return to normal and the beating became less forceful.

He slowly slumped to the ground in front of the door and leaned against it. He saw Franti behind him and he came to his senses huffing in fatigue. Tgey got away it seems. Next time I get my hands on them They wont be so lucky.

Looking back down the corridor he saw the path of destruction he reaped and sobered quickly. He called back, "Is everyone alright?"

Expending last rage round beating on the door.

Franti gave a faint smile to hide his apprehension to approaching the somewhat calmed Tiefling. "Everyone except us, I believe." The fool chuckled, looking back to the rest of the party. His eyes went wide at the sight of Tauni downed in the cluster of heroes. "Little Rabbit!"

Reflex: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22

Franti dashed through the grease, ignoring his unstable footing. He whizzed past Anarya, almost shoved Ellena, and near tackled Avelina, almost ruining her attempt to deliver the potion. The fool didn't need to go to his knees, as a goblin his head was just barely above the ground. "Gods, she was just calling to me. What happened?!" the fool's wide, goblin eyes encompassed the bulk of his face. Perhaps it was his new form, but he looked overly concerned, almost ready to cry. Franti noticed the potion that Avelina held, and backed away a small step. "Hurry, Princess!"

Horgus opened a potion and shoved it under the nose of Aravashnial. "What is this? Is it a potion?" He also held a couple of scrolls and a small glass bottle with a dusky liquid inside.

CLW potion: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Current Conditions
Franti (1 lethal, -1 Con)
Anarya (4 lethal, -1 Wis, Guidance 1 rnd)
Ellena (4 lethal, -2 Wis)
Anevia
Aravashnial
Avelina (5 lethal, -2 Wis)
Horgus
Karas (9 lethal)
Tauni (15 lethal, disabled, -1 Wis)

The potion poured into Tauni's mouth was barely enough to close her most recent wound a little and stop the bleeding. She coughed and opened her eyes a little. Her first sight upon recovering consciousness was a goblin wearing a jester's outfit and Avelina and Ellena looking on with concern.

"Rabbit, stay behind Karas and I. You've got no business in the front with all the swords and fangs. I'm glad you are okay.". Ellena relaxed a bit when she saw Tauni open her eyes again.

"And you two be careful too," Ellena smiled at Avelina and Anarya. "Lady, obviously the Inheritor has blessed you with many gifts. Don't know waste them by getting a spear to the side. Iomedae has put me here to protect you."

"Cobby!" When Tauni awoke, she was consumed by panic until she got her companion out of his pouch and checked him for wounds. Satisfied that he fared better than she, she responded to Ellena. "I'm sorry. I invoked the power of Terendelev's gift, and it allowed me to move past the rats unmolested. But when I shot one, the power lifted..." She laid back again and smiled weakly. "Yes, I'll be glad to keep further back next time."

Avelina nearly swung her mace as the goblinified Franti tackled her before she saw his makeup and clothing and remembered it was him.

Seeing him rush so desperately to Tauni's side, showing so much concern for her, could only mean one thing. Her mouth opened in an expression of pure delight, as clearly the Inheritor's Providence had shown her a vision of yet more love within her party. She was about to say something---

But then Ellena smiled at her.

Avelina turned a shade whiter, her breath becoming shallow and quick.

"Ah...um--that is--I mean...yes...."

Words failing her, she did finally manage to nod a "yes," her eyes wide and her mouth open.

Karas' breathing stopped for a moment as he heard the woman beg. It brought back many, many bad memories and his face darkened and twisted in anger. After a minute of heavy breathing he stood and turned back to the door.

He let out a loud and mocking laugh. Though no more of the reserve of arcane rage was left in his blood it was hard to notice the difference in his voice. "You know nothing of trapped girl! Make no mistake! The beast your lord intended to make is here, and he reeks of vengeance and the blood of your comrades! There is no one coming to save you! There is no aid! Only karma for what your kind tried to make of me!"

Karas punched the locked iron door again for effect. The teifling's face was written in hatred and anger as he turned back to the party and looked about the room for anything useful to bar her from coming back at them while they continued.

Ellena moved to the door, if Karas told her what was going on. "This is your chance for mercy, woman. Give up your evil god, and we will spare you from the sword this day! You are facing a team that honors the Inheritor." Ellena remembered a couple applicable tenets of her code... When in doubt, I may force my enemies to surrender, but I am responsible for their lives. I will give honor to worthy enemies, and contempt to the rest.

"If you don't change paths, I cannot let you leave the room you are in."

Relieved to see Tauni revived, Franti relaxed. He climbed down the ladder, grabbed his sunrod, and placed his regular sized bag around his tiny goblin shoulders. He walked over to the Deskari cultist, looking at her condition. He turns to Anevia.

"Water? From the surface maybe?"

Knowledge (dungeoneering) to determine Underground Depth: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23

The fool listened intently, looking around the room, trying to judge how deep underground the party was.

You said we had a premonition? The Oracle is going to take that literally.

Anarya peered down the hall, to where Karas pounded mightily on the iron door, and a sudden chill struck her. There is great danger beyond that door, she somehow knew. Still, her companions needed her help. She moved to Tauni's side, and sent the last of her gathered light into the injured wizard.

Cure Light Wounds: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

"Are you alright?" she asked, helping the woman to her feet. Turning to Avelina, she said "That was the last of my healing touch," she said with concern. "But more worrisome than that... I think Iomedae has given me a vision." She looked with nervousness at the iron door at the corridor's end. "I can't explain it, but I know that rushing unprepared through that door will put us all in terrible peril. I think we should retreat, regain our magic and our strength. These villains have nowhere else to go."