DM Zyren's Heart of Runes (Inactive)

Game Master Zyrenity

Current HP:26/43

Saving throws
1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 271d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20

Kanyk roars in pain as the huge bat slashes at him and sinks its fangs into his upraised arm but his strong constitution staves off the paralysis with ease.
Ripping himself free of the bat's jaws Kanyk swings for its head..

Attack
1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 92d6 + 13 ⇒ (2, 2) + 13 = 17

..but not used to an airbourne opponent his attack goes well wide of its mark.

Double Move to AD17 if I can.
Acrobatics to avoid AoO: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26

With a flourish, Ailetha ducks by several party members and then makes a tumbling roll past the bat and the prone Harry ending up standing with her rapier drawn behind the bat. Most amazingly she continues to sing a uplifting song the entire time.

This bat is old;
Or so I'm told;
Kanyk will hit it hard;
And then the bard;
Will make it wonder;
Why it did not remain under;
Then the gnome will sear;
While the priest with beer;
Makes the bat go down;
Onto the ground.

Stepping in next to Kanyk Karlan unleashes righteous fury sadly blunted by his strength draining weariness.

5ft shift to AC20

1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13 Sword
1d8 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15 Shield
1d4 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

The first successful of either attack deals an extra 4 damage

Harry Paralysis Duration1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

Rd 2:

Bat (resolved)
Karlan (resolved)
Harry (paralysed 5 rounds left)
Perdition (resolved)
Ailetha (resolved)
Celestra (resolved)
Kanyk (resolved)

The flames hit the bat again, but the monster seems not very impressed and dodges all other attacks.

Rd 3:

Bat (resolved)
Karlan
Harry (paralysed 4 rounds left)
Perdition
Ailetha
Celestra
Kanyk

The bat decides to attack Kanyk again

Dire Bat attacking Kanyk/ Claw1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23
Damage1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Dire Bat attacking Kanyk/ Claw1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25
Damage1d6 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Dire Bat attacking Kanyk/ Bite1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22
Damage1d10 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12

Battle Mat

Continuing the pressure Karlan sincerely wished HArry was up and moving right now. The following is assuming KAnyk's not paralyzed. "Throw a big heal on kanyk! Keep on the pressure!"

Regardless I still full attack

1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27 Sword
1d8 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12 Damage

YES! Sword autoconfirms due to bless weapon.

1d8 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10

1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22 Shield
1d4 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9 Damage

The first successful attack of either deals 4 extra damage.

So the sword alone deals a total of 26 damage.

I have to say that this round was really needed, the Ac 24 of the bat is a heavy protection.

R3
Perdition

Pew Pew!

Attack 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10 Touch
Damage 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Round 3

Kanyk/Karlan - you should get a flanking bonus from me I think.

5-foot step to AE17 - hopefully this will give both Kanyk and Karlan flanking bonuses

Attack-Rapier: 1d20 + 6 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 6 + 2 + 1 = 24 --> +2 flanking, +1 Inspire Courage
Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Round 3

The holy rapier continues its attack

Spiritual Weapon 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15
Damage 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Meanwhile, Celstra casts bull's strength upon Karlan.

"Dearest Cayden, give Sir Karlan the strength to take down this wicked bat! Let his drinking arm be as strong as ever!"

Bull's Strength gives a +4 enhancement Bonus to Strength to Karlan

HP: 2/43 in two rounds. I think legging it might be an idea.
Saves
1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19
1d20 + 12 ⇒ (4) + 12 = 16
1d20 + 12 ⇒ (1) + 12 = 13

Oops, never mind. Paralyzed. Quite a high chance of Kanyk not making it through this one.

Rd 4:

Bat (resolved)
Karlan
Harry (paralysed 3 rounds left)
Perdition
Ailetha
Celestra
Kanyk (7 rounds left)

Paralysis Kanyk1d6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

Battle Mat

After freezing Kanyk, the monster turns to Ailetha and tries to drive its large fangs into her shoulder

Dire Bat attacking Ailetha/ Claw1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14
Damage1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Dire Bat attacking Ailetha/ Claw1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19
Damage1d6 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Dire Bat attacking Ailetha/ Bite1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21
Damage1d10 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Perdition...

Pew-Pew!

Attack 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19 Ranged Touch
Damage 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4 Fire

So I was like "surely perdition can do bette" check spell list. "nope."

Karlan once more attacks trying to bring the beast down before it brings down the whole party.

1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31 Sword attack adding the +2 from flanking and spell.
1d8 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15
CRIT DAMAGE
1d8 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13

Total:32 damage

Dice rolls just all over the place.O_O

1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12 Shield Attack
1d4 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12

first attack that hits deals 4 extra damage.

Round 4

HP: 21/34

Save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
Save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

And it is nappy nappy time for me too. Good luck pew pew man, Karlan and Celestra.

As Karlan watches Ailetha fall, divine wrath fills his arms and with supernatural strength he hacks at the bat and severs its left wing. The undead monster crushes to the ground and impales itself on a large stalagmite.

Tough fight, eh? And still not BBEG...

Well it only looked sexy because of the paralysis!

"Urgh"

You cant "urgh", you're paralysed :)

Urgh

lol^^ I'm not sure which party is more f&##ed up - HOR or HOL -__-

lol^^ I'm not sure which party is more f!+!ed up - HOR or HOL -__-

Well we've gotten the crap kicked out of us but in terms of resources? I haven't used a Lay on Hands yet I've just used one of my two smite evils. I think Celestra's used maybe one or two spells? Aieletha's used a touch of her bard music and no spells? KAnyk should ahve a spell I know he hasn't used yet. I think we're stilll solid. Suddenly my wand investment looks like absolute genius for being what I call standard procedure. I think we're okay The only really really sucky part is that Karlan's effectively operating with -5 strength which is a big ouchie to happen to a fighter but that's why we have Kanyk to splatter things for.

Beheading the bat ghoul thing as a matter of caution Karla turns to the other two left standing. "Let's drag the other three out of here and give them a moment. Ghoul paralysis doesn't last long and in the meantime we can make use of that wand."

Yeah, that's true - I think HOL's condition is far worse then...a chaos beast in melee and a god in front of the door...

If and when I wake up:

Ouch, that smarted. I think that a little more armor would go a long way for all of us.

Anyone need some healing? I got a few spells and since most of my abilities are mind affecting, I am guessing they will be useless on undead. At least, I am yet to find any undead who appreciated my comedy.

Well that was lucky, thought I was a goner for sure then. Also, yep Kanyk has his single spell but I have just realised the one I chose from the SRD is a third party one so I replaced it with Lead Blades.

As the paralysing effect of the ghoul bats attacks finally wears off Kanyk groans and slumps to his knees barely able to keep himself from collapsing completely as control is returned to his muscles. He struggles back to his feet and spits to clear his mouth of blood before answering Ailetha's question.

"..Giant ghoul bats.. newest least favourite thing..any healing you could through at me would be good at the moment."

"It got lucky there... only a small hit on me, yet the foulness left me standing like a statue. I'll take any left over healing."

Once the party is done, Harry leads on, continuing clockwise.

Lets see what I can do there Kanyk:

CLW - 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

CLW - 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12

CLW - 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11

Does that feel better?

CLW - 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12 - on me

CLW - 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10 - on Harry

Celestra helps Karlan drag the others out and get them healed up.

"Thank you, Karlan! I think your level head saved us all there! I am glad to see that Cayden's strength also helped you out in our moment of need! That was a very impressive strike!"

Bull's strength will last for just under 4 more minutes for Karlan.

Celstra goes around and casts Cure Light Wounds on anyone in need of healing.

"How are you all feeling my friends? Thank goodness we are all still alive!"

"Ready to get to putting an end to this whole dark tale"

Harry hefts his axe, a resolute expression upon his face.

"Ready to get to putting an end to this whole dark tale"

Celestra smiles at the half-orc as she replies, "So am I! I was starting to feel helpless upstairs in the house and was actually eager for something to fight. However, after you were paralyzed, I began to have my doubts. Although I think I am getting better at staying calm in the heat of the battle, I think that last one was just a little too close for comfort. I'll be glad to get back to the Rusty Dragon and enjoy a drink! So what do you know about that bat creature we just fought? Was that bat once a ghoul?"

Anyone else need any healing before we move on? And lets get going while Celestra's spell lasts.

Celestra - I think that I healed everyone injured as my spells are pretty useless against undead.

"I don't know much about all these undead. What I do know is that so far they seem to become dead-dead pretty swiftly when you beat them with cold steel."

Move back to the other branches or search the lair of the bat?

OK if thats the end of a fork, Karlan and Kanyk can stand guard while Harry searches the lair of Batty-Bat!

Kanyk and Karlan stand watch and notice a chute that leads up from this cave to the cliff - salty and fresh sea air flows into the cave from there and the bat must have used this way to hunt.

Harry has meanwhile found (assuming someone helped with detect magic) some interesting pieces in the bloody remains of several animals and humans...

- adamantine longsword
- pearl ring
- pouch (56gp)
- magic hat

Know:Local 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13

Harry produces the items to the group.

"These look interesting"

Local Knowledge 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

"That sword looks most impressive. Is that something you could use, Sir Karlan? I still prefer my light and quick rapier.

Spellcraft (Longsword) 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15
Spellcraft (Ring) 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Spellcraft (Hat) 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

Knowledge(local): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16

Lets keep moving and clear this place out.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25 --> Hat
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21 --> Sword

Only the hat is magic, and Ailetha finds out that it is a hat of disguise.

Stowing the sword Karlan says. "Might come in handy later. But what I've got for now is sufficient. Just curious who the poor bugger was that had this stuff."

"Well, it doesn't appear that his disguise did him much good!"

True, but check out this sword. It may not be magical, but Adamantine is rather unusual. Karlan, you should take it and see if we can get someone to put some enchantment on it. As with my rapier, it will probably hold an edge forever made out of that hard metal.

I will take the hat if nobody else wants it. I have read about these, they are great for a quick change of appearance, and invaluable if one takes some time to perfect a disguise.

As soon as you decide which way to go, we'll go on.

If we cannot continue forward, back up and take the next most clockwise fork

May we see the current map with the Bat's chamber?

"I will take the hat if nobody else wants it. I have read about these, they are great for a quick change of appearance, and invaluable if one takes some time to perfect a disguise."

"Go ahead and keep it, dear. Perhaps you can use it in one of your performances!"

Caves

Sure, this is how it looks like.

Push down aa37

Yep - next passage it is.

I take the hat and put it on and suddenly it changes into a hairpin in the shape of a lute.

I recorded the Hat of Disguise on my character sheet. Is someone else going to record the other loot?

"Go ahead and lead us onward, Harry. The sooner we are finished here, the sooner we can get back to the Dragon."

Despite being put out in the early stages of the last fight, Harry looks remarkably happy and upbeat, the way he is holding his axe suggests he is delighted you are now facing foes that he can brutally hack to death.

Leads party to certain death

Karlan follows along ready to end this.

I think we need to get Celestra a shield engraved with:

I drink therefore I am.

in really big letters surrounding a large frothy beer mug.