DM Fang Dragon’s Ruins of Adventure (Inactive)

Game Master FangDragon

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

Ishta translates what the woman says. "She's got some deal with the orc, and feels betrayed. Sadly, well have to take her down now, and this will buy him time."

Then suddenly she hears a vaguely familiar whisper in her head. Too many questions, no answers. Too many flashes, no real memories.

Frustrated, Ishta is about to snap. She holds for just a few seconds, only to check if her comrades are in for the fight.

If the rest of the party is ready to attack, she'll use the Mnemonic Vest to cast Haste .

Also, sorry, I messed up with the map by trying to check it out from my phone. I swear, last time in my life I try that, it always ends up horribly bad.

A dry chuckle echoes down the corridor, followed by more deep, gravely and savage sounding words...

As you make your preparations for battle, the vampire strains at her bonds and the links of the chain groan in protest! Not in combat yet, but surely it can only be heart beats away?

Darn, you're right on the Knowledge Religion roll, sorry. I think my mind is on permanent vacation or something. Gah.

Azarra keeps singing, and casts Protection From Evil on Kardas. Then she moves further into the room (with the extra haste movement).

I moved everyone up to the right area because everyone was still way down the hall even though some have mentioned seeing her, so assuming everyone followed. Attack if you can. If she gets free, we're vampire pudding pops.

Zane didn't let the revelation of the vampire strike fear into his heart, though he did realize that this created two potentially deadly foes. As the others began to prepare for the imminent battle, the priest called upon the Morninglord's divine blessings, casting a spell that would enhance his companions' combat prowess as it detracted from the vampire's own.

Cast Prayer

Ser Armithia prepares to defend against the appearance of the orc!
She is undead and evil. Don't let her loose.

Responding to Ser's comments, Azarra says (still using message despite all the other noise that has happened in the meantime) She IS going to get loose, no matter what I do. We have to kill her immediately.

Realising a fight was about to break out Ishta found a battle spell on the tip of her tongue. Tapping into the power of her new robe she whispered strange sibilant words that warped the flow of time like molasses. It seemed as if the Vampire slowed down visibly, or perhaps the flow of time made the rest of you move incredibly fast!

With a ferocious snarl the woman throws herself back at the chain only for it to stop her instantly. She falls down cursing before returning to the statue and kicking it in a fit of pique and hurting herself. Eyes going wild she sprinted towards you and this time a chain link snapped with a tortured squeal and she was free and hungry!

Will save vs prayer: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18 I assume that's a successful save, Zane what was the DC again?

Ishta Khosiv <----- WE ARE HERE

Ser Armithia-Seendren
Vampire
Kardas Rasalas
Zane Levallis
Azarra

Buffs and Debuffs wrote:

Spoiler:

---- Round 1 ----

Ishta Khosiv Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds), Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
Vampire Haste (7 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds), Mirror Image (5) (38 rounds), Haste (7 rounds)
Zane Levallis Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
Azarra Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
---- Round 2 ----
Ishta Khosiv Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds), Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)
Vampire Haste (6 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds), Mirror Image (5) (37 rounds), Overwhelming Greif (4 rounds), Inspire Courage, Haste (6 rounds)
Zane Levallis Prayer (4 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)
Azarra Prayer (4 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)

Ishta Khosiv and Ser Armithia-Seendren are up.

Ser Armithia sighs.

The Paladin steps toward the vampriss.

Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 311d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 1 + 1 = 8

Hasted Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 251d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 1 + 1 = 14

Secondary Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 7 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 131d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 1 + 1 = 8

Doesn't look like there is a save for Prayer, but there is spell resistance if she has it.

Link to Spell

Even though she knows they have to finish the vampire fast, Ishta wants to keep some of her magical energies for the orc, so she casts a lesser incantation hoping the accelerating spell will be enough.

Magic Missile: 4d4 + 8 ⇒ (2, 2, 3, 3) + 8 = 18

Forgot Inspire Courage +2...

Doh you're right Azarra.

Azarra continues to sing and shoots at the undead woman.

Attack 1: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 29 (point blank, inspire courage, haste, prayer, rapid shot)
Attack 2: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 13
Attack 3: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (7) + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 16 (haste attack)

Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (8) + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 17

Damage 1: 1d6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 2 = 4 (inspire courage)
Damage 2: 1d6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 2 = 5
Damage 3: 1d6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 2 = 9

Extra Damage if crit confirm: 2d6 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (4, 6) + 2 + 4 = 16

(Edited because I forgot some bonuses)

Ishta's missiles slam into the Vampire but in her blood lust she doesn't seem to notice!

Brave Ser Armithia strides forwards to do Helms work and end this undead abomination. Most of his cuts land, the he damage done is less than spectacular... Ser Armithia please remind me what your weapon counts as for DR. I note the divine bond but don't think you pass however.

And then the Vampire is upon you! She sidesteps Kardas and Ser Armithia, focusing upon the one se views as the main threat, Ishta! Unarmed but dangerous, she snap kicks Ishta knocking her back and as she does so Ishta feels a terrible chill as the vampire attempts to feed upon her soul!
Slam: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25Damage: 1d4 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7 <--- HIT

Ishta please made a DC 17 Fort save.

Ishta Khosiv

Ser Armithia-Seendren
Vampire
Kardas Rasalas <----- WE ARE HERE
Zane Levallis
Azarra

Buffs and Debuffs wrote:

Spoiler:

---- Round 1 ----

Ishta Khosiv Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds), Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
Vampire Prayer (Debuff) (6 rounds), Haste (7 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Prayer (6 rounds), Haste (6 rounds), Mirror Image (5) (38 rounds), Haste (7 rounds)
Zane Levallis Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
Azarra Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
---- Round 2 ----
Ishta Khosiv Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds), Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)
Vampire Prayer (Debuff) (5 rounds), Haste (6 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Prayer (5 rounds), Haste (5 rounds), Mirror Image (5) (37 rounds), Overwhelming Greif (4 rounds), Inspire Courage, Haste (6 rounds)
Zane Levallis Prayer (4 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)
Azarra Prayer (4 rounds), Haste (5 rounds)

Kardas Rasalas, Zane Levallis, Azarra, Ishta Khosiv and Ser Armithia-Seendren are up.

The vampire attacked with such rapidity after Ishta and Ser Armithia led the charge that Zane was slow to react, watching the half-blood's head snap back from the impact with the vampiress. Knowing the terrible fate that awaited them should the woman prove victorious, the priest called upon the divine power of the Morninglord, the rosy pink holy symbol emitting a brilliant light as positive energy surrounded them.

Channel Energy (harm undead): 3d6 + 6 ⇒ (6, 5, 1) + 6 = 18

DC 15, no Channel Resistance per Sun's Blessing

The cleric then stepped up next to Ishta, hoping to give her an option to retreat should the vampire try to continue to attack the arcanist.

Fort Save: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

Ishta is surprised as the vampire lunges forward and connects a blow. She feels something inside eating her soul, as if draining her from his life force. She quickly steps back, leaving the bulk of the combat to her friends, while thinking of something to do that could revert the dire situation they're in. For now, she is contempt just taking care of herself and feeling a bit guilty for it.

Protection from Evil on herself.

Apologies; only magic (+2), unless he Smites.

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18

My dear Countess; why but sharp fangs do you have!

The Paladin ends her! Smite!

Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 361d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 1 + 1 + 12 = 26

Crit? Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 351d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 1 + 1 + 12 = 26

Hasted Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 12 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 261d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 1 + 1 + 6 = 17

Secondary Melee +1 bastard sword: 1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 7 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 211d10 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 5 + 1 + 1 + 6 = 19

I am guessing that this is the proper place for my arrow attacks posted above. Sorry for jumping the gun.

Please add +2 attack and +2 damage from our Bard...96 damage...lol.

The vampire reveled as she sucked in a portion of Ishta's life force, snarling into her ear, "I going to suck you dry, and then you will be MINE!"

Kardas flinched at the ferocity and momentarily didn't know what to do. Zane called upon the grace of The Morning Lord and a wave of rosy red light spilled over the battlefield. Instinctively the Vampiress stopped the stand in a shadow limiting the damage done.

Will Save: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17 <--- PASS

Feeling the pull of the grave, Ishta steps back and casts a spell to ward herself. But then Ser Armithia called upon the stern judgement of Helm and He found her wanting. In the sepulchral gloom, Ser Armithia's sword was limned with Helm's glowing wrath. The vampire recoiled but Ser Armithia was faster and his sword smote into her, once, twice, thrice and it was done. Her body was a smoking ruin and in moments there was nothing left but a roiling cloud that seemed to be moving of its own volition...

Ouch! Combat over. Ishta you have two negative levels.

Okay. I'm gonna look for the rules to check how f*&%ed up Ishta is on my way to work and will post when I'm back.

Thank you for the nice description!

Ser Armithia positions himself on guard duty against any incoming threats. The Paladin nods to his friends; his only comment of the encounter.

Good job Ser!, but she's not dead. That cloud is her. Do we have anything that can affect it? Zane... maybe channeling will still work? Don't let her heal and come back for us!

Azarra moves to avoid catching her allies in the 15 foot cone, and casts Sonic Scream, hoping to harm the vampire even in her gaseous form.

SS damage: 4d4 ⇒ (1, 1, 2, 1) = 5

(the spell lasts three rounds so, if we are out of combat, Azarra continues readjusting her position and screaming till it is over, following the cloud if necessary)

SS damage round 2: 2d4 ⇒ (4, 3) = 7
SS damage round 3: 1d4 ⇒ 2

Zane shrugged, completely out of his element as far as the vampire's abilities. He had spent his time studying the history of the Moonsea instead of delving deep into faith and the undead. He did, however, follow closely at the half-elf's side, mace clutched in his hand as they followed the roiling mist to its destination.

Kardas huffs and pants as the gaseous form of the vampire escapes his sight. "Ah, why isn't she dead? Why isn't she dead?!"

Actions?

Zane's shoulders sank as the vampire cloud continued on, the priest taking the time to give Ishta a once-over. "We'll get you patched up whole when we get back to the City proper."

The cleric would follow along with the others if the mist stayed in visible corridors, trying to corner it wherever it might lead them. If it went out of sight through cracks in the wall or floor, he would suggest they continue searching this level before going down the stairs.

Spellcraft, negative levels: 1d20 + 14 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 14 - 2 = 32

"Quick! The coffin! Let's go there!" Ishta waves her hand to her comrades, signaling them to follow, while she carelessly - and weakly - runs to the coffin they've found out some minutes before.

Knowledge (religion) (Int): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13

The Paladin frowns.
He follows their Arcanist.

As you start to move, the cloud pauses and then reverses it's direction and then starts to flow down the stairs...

Did my sonic scream damage the cloud as an area effect?

Azarra sticks with the cloud.

Zane shook his head as the fog reversed course, eyeing the stairs with unease. "Let's keep up, friends, but keep your eyes open, as well. It likely wouldn't go this way if there weren't nasty surprises in store for us." The priest heeded his own advice, looking about for any traps and surprises as he started to descend after the fog-vamp.

Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18

If that gaseous form lol is our vamp; it may be aware of us following it.

I'm assuming Ishta got a good knowledge roll and knows things about vampires.

"It may, yes, but it still has to return to its coffin. If there's no coffin..." she shrugs. Then she adds "On the other hand, the necromancer could heal her, and we don't want that!"

I had to double check the rules on this. They state: Additional damage dealt to a vampire forced into gaseous form has no effect.
Neither spells nor weapons seem to have any effect on the cloud but you know the vampire must seek it's coffin before long or be utterly destroyed.

Thanks for checking. :)

Azarra makes sure she has a wooden stake and her anytool handy as they follow the gaseous form.

The cloud continues to flow down the stairs and as it does so a strange ruddy light flickers into existence in the chamber below... A distant orkish chuckle echoes down the corridor from somewhere unseen.

I'll update the map tomorrow.

Is that Spoiler supposed to be a skill check?

Oops yes meant to be a perception check.

Perception vs 18 Kardas: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18
Perception vs 18 Familiar: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18

The swordmage's familiar rubs up against his master's leg and flashes him a pair of worry-filled eyes. This stops Kardas in his tracks and he takes a couple of sniffs until he too smells it. "Is that smoke I smell? The bastard! May Auryl drain the life out of him and piss on his soul!"

That feels like a timer just started ticking.

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

The Paladin blindly continues...

Azarra follows with the rest of the party.

The cloud of gas pools on the floor of the small storage room at the bottom of the stairs. Neatly stacked on the left wall as you enter are numerous old battered iron bound chests, most of which seem to have been hacked open.

From the center of the room rising up out of the tenuous mist is something else. A swirling, humanoid cloud of burning ash and charred body parts! A red glow of burning embers can be glimpsed floating within the mass. The air welling up the stairs reeks of smoke and burnt flesh. Upon noticing you the cinders that pass for eyes flare as it moves to attack the hated living!

Azarra <----- WE ARE HERE

Ishta Khosiv
Ser Armithia-Seendren
Kardas Rasalas
Fire Creature
Zane Levallis

Buffs and Debuffs wrote:

Spoiler:

---- Round 1 ----

Azarra
Ishta Khosiv Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Haste (7 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Mirror Image (5) (37 rounds), Overwhelming Greif (4 rounds), Haste (7 rounds)
Fire Creature Haste (7 rounds)
Zane Levallis
---- Round 2 ----
Azarra
Ishta Khosiv Party Config (NaN rounds), Explore (NaN rounds)
Ser Armithia-Seendren Haste (6 rounds)
Kardas Rasalas Mirror Image (5) (36 rounds), Overwhelming Greif (3 rounds), Inspire Courage, Haste (6 rounds)
Fire Creature Haste (6 rounds)
Zane Levallis

Map updated. Azarra, Ishta Khosiv, Ser Armithia-Seendren and Kardas Rasalas are up.

Knowledge (religion) (Int): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13

Remind me to put some ranks in Religion next time we level up xD

Ishta has no idea what the new creature is, but it appears to be made out of fire, so it probably has some kind of resistance to it. On the other hand, she suspects the orc could be sneaking somewhere around, so she decides to recast her dusty spell, hoping to expose him and maybe blind her other enemies.

Glitterdust, Will save DC 17 or blind.

Knowledge Religion: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19

Leaving the wooden spike and the anytool in her handy bandolier in case she has need, and staying peripherally aware of the gaseous cloud so they don't lose it, Azarra gauges the abilities of this new foe, and outlines the possiblities for her allies.

It's a Cinder Ghoul. They are slightly resistant to channeling, and highly resistant to non-magical attacks. They are immune to fire and precision damage. They are vulnerable to cold.

They will try to burn, energy drain, or cause smoke inhalation.

She starts to sing.

+2 to saving throws against charm and fear effects and +2 on attack and weapon damage rolls

Assuming DeathWatch Eyes tells him it's Undead.

Ser Armithia goes to introduce Helm to this fiery beast!
+1 bastard sword, inspired, haste, prayer, divine bond: 1d20 + 12 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 12 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 211d10 + 5 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 2 + 1 + 1 = 10

Zane followed with the others, and was momentarily taken aback by the fire creatures, incorrectly thinking to begin with that it was the vampire with some kind of strange new form. Hearing Azarra's warning and quick rundown of the beast, the priest nodded his understanding.

Kardas calls upon arcane rites to bring to this world a tiny fragment of Auryl's cursed breath. Armed with rime and blade, the swordmage moves forward with no other intention than to end the undead's miserable existence.

Std action: cast Shocking Grasp
Move action: move (and then attack as a free action because of the spell)
Swift action: Arcane Strike (+2 to damage)
Attack: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (9) + 15 = 24
Damage: 1d8 + 5d6 + 11 ⇒ (8) + (5, 3, 2, 6, 3) + 11 = 38 of which 19 is electricity damage.
Current AC is 19 & 3 mirror images

Azarra recognised the foe they where facing and stared to sing which lifted everyone's spirits!

Ishta whispered spidery words and suddenly the area was filled with sticky golden goo! Amazingly it managed to stick to the tenuous form of the cinder ghoul although it didn't seem to be hampered by this.
Will Save DC 17: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22 <--- PASS

Oh yes it's undead Ser. You missed because Haste & Prayer are rounds/level spells and they have both expired after the previous combat ended.
Fearless Ser Armithia strode forward to give Helm's stern judgment and his blade was a blur as it flicked towards but it's outline was tenuous and despite clipping it, no damage was done.
Ser Armithia Will Save DC 17: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28 <--- PASS

Kardas whispers a spell which causes the air around his blade to crackle with power before braving the swirling cloud of golden motes and manages to close his eyes to a slit, enough to see but not to get blocked. He suddenly cuts and with his enchanted blade he cuts deeply and suddenly the pent up electrical energies discharge with a loud report!
Kardas Will Save DC 17: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18 <--- PASS

Enraged the ghoul flares up into a thick cloud of black smoke which aggressively surrounds Kardas and forces its way up into his nose and mouth. Cursing and spluttering, Kardas manages to avoid inhaling any of this blistering cocktail of fumes!
Kardas Fort DC 18: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19 <--- PASS

Azarra

Ishta Khosiv
Ser Armithia-Seendren
Kardas Rasalas
Cinder Ghoul
Zane Levallis <----- WE ARE HERE

Zane Levallis, Azarra, Ishta Khosiv, Ser Armithia-Seendren and Kardas Rasalas are up.