The orc in the doorway swings a greataxe at Grodar and gives the militiaman a significant wound as he goes to the aid of the people in the house.
The orc then sidesteps into a position so he and his companion are now flanking Farmer Giles.
The farmer falls beneath the weapons of the invaders!
Zigil will cast then move to touch Giles
"Slei, stand aside I have these filth," Eldan shouts as he moves up behind Slei and readies to cast Colour Spray once Slei moves.
As Eldan pauses, Zigil steps back to where he can see Giles, and channels energy in attempt to stabilize both the farmer and the smith.
Slei will move as requested and fire her sling at orc 3.
After Eldan takes his readied action, Grodar uses the full-round action to try to help lift the beam.
Bright colours fan out from Eldan's outstretched hands, and one of the orcs slumps to the ground. The remaining orc steps forward to attack the elf, as Slei's sling stone glances off its head.
The orc's blade bites deep, and it shows its fangs in a grin.
Grodar and Agrit manage to lift the beam enough that Sara does not get further burned, but it is not enough to free her.
Once again Zigil raises her holy symbol and brings forth a bright burst of .
Eldan takes a 5' step backwards, usings his bonded object to cast magic missile.
The orc staggers, but continues to threaten Slei and Eldan.
Slei will swing her longsword at the conscious orc.
The orc is battered and bloody, but still on its feet.
Giles grabs his sword and swings at the Orc's ankles from the ground, knocking himself back unconscious in the process.
Friday continues in his efforts to lift the beam ( ) and calls out for an extra pair of hands.
Giles manages to bring down the orc with his extra effort.
On Giles Turn he will Coup de Grace the Orc slumbering next to him.
Eldan will move in and help Grodar.
Slei will also do her best to help lift the beam off of Sara.
As Giles dispatches the last opponent, the group rushes in to the aid of Sara Morninghawk. With the aid of many hands, the beam is lifted up so she is no longer pinned. Choking smoke and the heat of the flames make the task more difficult, but after a few seconds they are able to exit the house, bringing her with them. It appears that they hadn't much more time, as the house collapses about 10 seconds after they get clear.
Ow!
Whew.
Ow!
OWWWW THAT#^@*$ING HURTS!
The smoke causes Eldan and Grodar to cough and splutter for a few seconds, but Zigil has a full-fledged choking spell.
Slei is unaffected, probably because she is naturally better at staying low.
Giles limps over and retrieves his blunderbuss.
"Where to next?"
After getting everyone out of the house and once his ciughing has subsided, "Can we gather the wood for the fire or will that take too long? Should we just head to the next beacon? Mistress Morninghawk and Mistress Staginsdar can head back to the barricade for help."
"We should probably relight the beacon."
Trying to heal Giles, Agrit, and Sara (and me) further:
Next round, she will spontaneously cast on Giles.
Agrit asks, "Please, can't you take us to the barricade? We will see what we can do about the beacon back there so you can carry on."
She holds out a beautiful gold necklace set with moonstones, with a pearl set in the center of it. "I insist that you accept this token of gratitude for your assistance. The pearl in the middle is a pearl of power, and will allow you to recall one used spell of the First Circle every day."
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"Ooo me ooo me!"
The perfumed wizard suddenly realizes he is in the wrong campaign and vanishes.
Giles thanks Zigil for the healing, stows his blunderbuss and draws his sword. We head for the barricade.
"Eldan, I already have the banner, so if you want the necklace, you can take it."
wistfully, "... but, it would look fabulous on me ..."
Agrit is grateful for the assistance in returning to the barricade. A pair of healers take Sara in hand.
We will see what we can do about the beacon back there so you can carry on.
"Hopespring, ho!"
Garm is seated beside the barricade, mouth hanging open, head cocked to one side.
"Hey Giles, good work back there." Pats him on the back (... with ).
The group continues past the well in the middle of town. Ahead, a few trees have been set alight, and thick smoke is filling the path between.
Although the din of battle can be heard from every direction, Zigil can hear raised voices closer at hand in The Killin' Ground. She also spies a trio of orcish looters in a home to the right.
"Come along Garm. Guard, boy."
"Trouble in houses and the killing ground but is the beacon our priority? Hard to leave these folks to fend for themselves. "
"We must confront evil where we find it. Let's deal with the looters first."
The orcs seem unaware of the group at this point.
Eldan graciously accepts the Pearl of Power, "Thank you for this, hopefully we will be able to put it to good use. Now, I agree we cannot allow these interlopers to remain behind us unmolested. Perhaps we should let slip the dogs of war?"
Giles moves forward to the doorway and sets his beartrap just outside the door. If possible he will kick some dirt over it to conceal it. He will wait next to the doorway with his sword at the ready.