DM Carbide's Through a Cracked Mirror: The Dark Road (Inactive)

Game Master John Woodford

Xavier drags the boat to shore and after some grunting with the weight, gets it on dry land and hacks at the growth with his Scimitar, glad at least for a few swings with the blade. He helps Eretria when she needs it, but stays to the front.

He was not fatigued and like to (hopefully) be close to the action when something happened.
He used his wilderness lore to try and find the best path.
Honestly, Sammy, sometimes I wish I had become a ranger. This life agrees with me.

Perception1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Rashun will take point if nobody objects.

Go ahead.

Darc feeling slightly tired from the journey, takes the rear, protecting Eretria from any danger from behind. His relief at making dry land is palpable.

So something like this:

Rashun Xavier

Versey Eretria Lum

Darc Sami

I think that is it. :)

It's good for me.

Yep

I'll assume that Eretria is fine with being in the middle, and Sami doesn't mind rear guard.

There really isn't much of a path, so it's slow going. As with beaching your boat, it's also somewhat nervewracking--Lum and Versey always start when branches catch on their clothing, and the tension is contagious.

That state of high alert pays off, though, when Rashun, Sami, Besmarial, and Lum all notice several vines in the area that are moving, but not with the wind.

Have a MAP. Also, don't forget that Sami and Darc are still fatigued.

Surprise Round:
Sami/Lum
Rashun
Besmarial
Vines

Round 1:
Versey
Darc
Sami/Lum
Rashun
Eretria/Besmarial
Xavier/Vines

Yep, don't mind.

"I think we should focus fire." says Rashun as he points to A3.

He then moves to T 18

Sorry for the delay

Sami, seeing the danger, charges forward in front of (and presumably under) Besmarial to protect Versey from one of the killer vine. He sets his Dragon stance quickly and emits the ferocious roar of the beast that he models his pose after.

Move to N16, Dragon roar at A1 critters. 15' cone, save DC15 or be shaken for 1d4 rounds. Note that the 1d6 is fire damage. Not sure if this makes me exhausted or not.
Shaken1d4 ⇒ 1
Damage1d8 + 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + (5) + 3 = 10

Sami, remember that this is a surprise round--move action or standard action, no full-round actions.

ETA: Rashun, A3 will get an AoO on you as you move from R18 to S18. Do you still want to do that?

Surprise round:

Lum retreats from the assassin vine with all due haste. Besmarial moves to hover over A3 and directs a line of intense cold onto the vine--to no apparent effect.

The vines act. Waiting on A1's action for Sami to clarify what he does; waiting on Rashun to clarify whether he's good with taking the AoO. A2 moves up to where it can attack Xavier next round, and A3 slides a little closer before driving fine rootlets into the soil. In response, the normal vegetation around the party seems to go mad, twisting and twining around the party members. DC 13 Reflex saves, everyone. Lum and Versey manage to evade the grasping tendrils...so far.

Reflex1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

Sorry about the delay. I did beat the vines in initiative, but if they had combat reflexes I would not know it so I will continue with the action.

You're right, Rashun--you're able to move there before the vine can act. Still waiting on Sami now.

1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

When its finally her turn she will move to p19 and cast scorching ray at A3.

Ranged touch:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12
Damage(if it hits):4d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 2, 3) = 12

Oops; sorry about that - no movement then; ready action to unleash dragon's roar if the vines at A1 move into w/in 15' - standard action

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Surprise Round (final):

A1 does indeed move within Sami's potential area of effect. The nagaji releases his dragon's roar against the menacing plant; fire washes over the vine without inflicting visible damage, but the impact component splits some of its bark.

Xavier, you are entangled. Your movement is halved, you're at -2 on all attack rolls, and you take a DEX penalty of -4. Rashun and Sami, saves?

Round 1:

Initiative Order:
Versey
Darc
Sami/Lum
Rashun
Eretria/Besmarial
Xavier/Vines

Everyone goes before the vines except Xavier. Eretria, depending on your route to P-19 you'll take an AoO from either A1 or A3 (they have 10' reach); your choice?

Darc calls to his god, "Gorum, grant me the strength to destroy this dangerous vegetation, which attacks my friends." He moves closer but out of reach of the vines, whilst taking out his flail.

Cast Divine Favor on self.

Sami tries to stay clear of the grasping vegetation.

Reflex save1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12

Though hampered by the surrounding plantlife, he steps forward to swing at the large vines before him.

5 foot step to O-18; stunning fist at A1. Fort save DC16 or be stunned 1 round
1d20 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (1) + 6 - 2 = 5
1d8 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Darc, I don't see a save vs. entangle from you.

Also forgot to post a link to the UPDATED MAP. Let me know if that changes anything.

Sorry, missed that one, Reflex Save 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4...it seems his feet and legs are struggling to move through the writhing undergrowth.

Round 1 (ongoing):

It occurs to me that since Versey nominally goes first, I should run his attack on A1. The alien steps up and swings his great serrated blade at the vine closest to him. Unfortunately for him, the unnatural plant landed a solid slam on him and entwined him thoroughly, and after all that he missed it. (On the bright side, that means A1 is much easier to hit at the moment...that didn't help Sami, though, whose strike also goes wide.)

Rashun, I forgot you'd closed with A3 during the surprise round. You're just outside the entangle area of effect.

How about neither, I was moving to avoid an aoe for casting so let me check the map.

Eretria is going to use touch of destiny on Xavier, gives him a +1 to most his rolls for one round.

I am too squishy and I have no armor. Not gonna do anything to provoke an attack GM is too fond of nearly killing people.

How about neither, I was moving to avoid an aoe for casting so let me check the map.

Eretria is going to use touch of destiny on Xavier, gives him a +1 to most his rolls for one round.

I am too squishy and I have no armor. Not gonna do anything to provoke an attack GM is too fond of nearly killing people.

*whistles innocently*

I should point out, though, that A1 used its AoO on Versey.

Xavier steps R17 and full attacks A1.
TWFlurry, AC= 22
Stay behind me Eretria.

Primary, Guidance, Twin Blades, Entalgled, PA1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (15) + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 20
Damage1d6 + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 = 13

Offhand, Guidance, Twin Blades, Entalgled, PA1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 6 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 15
Damage1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 6

Xavier, that's A3 you're whaling on, not A1.

Round 1 (ongoing):

Initiative Order:
Versey-acted
Darc-acted
Sami-acted/Lum-acted
Rashun
Eretria-acted/Besmarial
Xavier-acted/Vines

Lum advances on the vine entangling his compatriot and lands a slash with one kukri. Besmarial exerts what support it can on the only one of you who's taken damage. Casting aid on Versey. Xavier ducks under the AoO from A3 as he advances on it, hitting solidly with both attacks. Waiting on Rashun.

That's ok Xavier cares not for Grid markings, only the vines Deaths!! Huzzah!

In the interests of keeping things moving....

Round 1:

A1 squeezes Versey, wiping out all of Besmarial's aid and then some (but not killing him outright). A2 lashes out at Rashun with a vine and hits the inquisitor, wrapping him up tightly (take 14 HP, Rashun); A3 attacks Xavier, but misses the canny fighter cleanly.

Round 2:

Initiative Order:
Versey-acted
Darc
Sami/Lum
Rashun
Eretria/Besmarial
Xavier/Vines

The map is HERE. Everyone in a square with a lower-case "e" has to make another save or be entangled.

Versey tries to slip out of the vine's grasp, but is unable to escape.

How long has it been since our last fight?

[/ooc]Awhile, at least a day in game time. Why?[/ooc]

Reflex:1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Eretria is going to use touch of destiny again on Xavier this turn.

How long has it been since our last fight?

You fought a vine before meeting Lum and Versey, and this is the day after the second night since then. So two full days.

Darc calls on Gorrum once more, to aid his fight.

cast enlarge on himself.

Round 2 (ongoing):

Lum lands a pair of chops on A1, sending splinters flying into the air.

round 2 Rashun.

swift action:activate judgement to increase attack roll by 1.
standard action
Attack(includes -2 to attack for being grappled, and -1 for power attack):1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

damage:1d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

Rashun, two things: first, could you update your HP on the header; and second, you can still take an action in the first round.

I'm already entangled, so I don't think I need to roll; please let me know if otherwise.

Sami lashes out at the creature assaulting Versey, his fists a blur of motion even as he fights against the pull of the surrounding vegetation.

Attack A11d20 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (3) + 6 - 2 = 7
Damage1d8 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

I was sure I had updated the hit points. That was why I was asking how many days had passed. I guess I forgot to save it.

Round 1 action:

swift action:activate judgement to increase attack roll by 1.
standard action
Attack(includes -2 to attack for being grappled, and -1 for power attack):1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

damage:1d6 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9

That means my judgement was activated on round 1, not 2.

Rashun--the first round, you were able to attack it before it grappled you. In any case, you hit it, and after Xavier's attack it was looking pretty shredded. Still moving, though.

Hopefully I can kill it on round 3.

Round 2 (continued):

Initiative Order:
Versey-acted
Darc-acted; grew
Sami/Lum-both acted; Sami missed, but Lum hit
Rashun-missed
Eretria/Besmarial-acted
Xavier/Vines

Xavier will act simultaneously with the vines. A1 squeezes Versey, A2 squeezes Rashun, and A3 once again misses Xavier (thought it's getting more accurate). Versey goes limp in the vine's grasp. Rashun, take 8 points.

Xavier is up!

Xavier screams a rebuttal at the vine that continues to harass him.

TWFlurry, AC= 22
Die, Damn you!

Primary, Guidance, Twin Blades, Entalgled, PA1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (19) + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 24
Damage1d6 + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 = 14

Offhand, Guidance, Twin Blades, Entalgled, PA1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 9
Damage1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 5

CONFIRM CRITICAL1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (15) + 7 + 1 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 20
Damage1d6 + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 3 + 2 + 1 + 4 = 15

His scimitar slash is devastating, but his cestus strike is wide.

Round 2 (final):

Xavier easily shreds the vine attacking him, leaving it in twitching pieces on the ground.

End of round map is HERE.

Round 3:

Initiative Order:
Versey-unconscious; status indeterminate
Darc
Sami/Lum
Rashun
Eretria/Besmarial
Xavier/Vines

Darc is up.

Sami calmly shifts his feet to alter the path of his strikes, and lashes out at the vegetation before him with a flaming fist.

Use my last elemental fist at A1. Attack1d20 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (16) + 6 - 2 = 20
damage with fire1d8 + 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + (3) + 3 = 12

Round 3 (continued):

Initiative Order:
Versey-unconscious; status indeterminate
Darc
Sami-acted/Lum
Rashun
Eretria/Besmarial
Xavier/Vines

Sami's strike tears loose a chunk of the vine, although the flames licking around it do not appear to do any additional damage.