Esme listens patiently as the men argue. During the heated discussion, she lifts a small carrot to Svetlana and smiles. After the discussion slows: Therre arre many people involved in mizzion. Wherre Esme come from therre iz vote. Doez my charrterr not give Esme zame vote az Brrennynn? Haz you all voted him leader while I cook?
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Desna iz juzt az much a part of thiz country az Abadarrr. Arre vee a team or no? The peoplez of thiz area will be much more helpful and agreeable if vee learn their traditions. True loyalty comez from heart not paper.
Jeremiah unsuccessfully chokes back a laugh, and should he catch Esmeralda's eye, gives her an amused shrug. "No, there weren't any coups while you were away, Miss Andoran." Still chuckling, Jeremiah leans back in his chair. "Not looking to convert you lass, but if Desna's guiding you to protect the locals from banditry, as far as I'm concerned, we're on the same side. When we start planning the defense, I'll hear you just as well as I do myself."
As morning comes and the sun rises above the horizon, you are able to find your positions.
The gate faces to the south, upon entering a small bunkhouse rests in the right corner of the interior. To the left is a stable large enough to fit 10 mounts, in the far right corner lies a small home and office structure. Between the the home and bunkhouse are a set of tables for meals and a fire pit. Directly ahead upon entering is a storage shed containing furs and trade goods, behind the shed and slightly to the left are a set of three midden heaps and various refuse.
A wooden walkway along the palisades connect all four towers except at the gate. The gate bears a large wooden log above in which 'Oleg's Trading Post' is carved. The gate is made of stout timbers. The gate entry is 20 feet wide when open.
Please note your positions
(please calculate from this roll)
This is for after any suprise round.
You see the bandits riding up from the south shortly after the sun rises 11 men on horses ride towards the trading post, the one in the front wearing a hood. All men are wearing green with black stag antlers emblazoned on their chests.
Tulsino will Hide by the gate and wait for them to enter the fort, sword drawn.
Init is 5.
Garr'ak could be found behind one of the large wooden gate doors this morning, old rusty at his side and shield strapped to his back, ready to slam his door shut when given the signal that the last of the bandits had entered.
Geoffrey would be positioned at his feet waiting to be told what to do.
Init +11, waiting just inside the stable door, crossbow drawn.
Brennyn rises after his alloted eight hours sleep and busies himself with his morning preparations. Following his morning wash, he dresses himself in his vestments and clutches his holy symbol tightly.
"Lord of the First Vault, watch over us today that we might begin to bring civilisation to this land. Although my companions may not yet be considering how to accomplish this, I ask that you watch over them that they may bring glory to your name and to those that they follow in their stead. I ask this in your name, amen," Brennyn intones softly, and as he does so he feels a faint warmth suffuse his body. Buoyed by the divine presence, he rises to his feet and dresses in his chainmail, hefting his heavy steel shield and hanging his heavy mace from his belt. He double checks his light crossbow, ensures that it is loaded and then makes his way outside. As he exits the bunkhouse, he notes the positions of the others. Knowing Jeremiah's handiwork, he crosses the courtyard quickly without saying a word. He takes up position at the corner of the stable and sets his light crossbow on an adjacent barrel. Clutching his holy symbol, he draws upon the divine energy to bless the party.
Taka will be hiding outside the gate, preparing to help box them in, having spoken to Garr'uk the night before, informing him that he can easily scale the wall and return to the combat with little, to no trouble.
Assuming that by hiding behind the door, there is likely some form of bonus, as well, Taka is very confident in his ability to remain unseen.
Before the bandits arrive, he will inform Diro to stay with Tokabetsu so that he does not have to worry about either of them.
During the evening: Esme walks over to Jeremiah and smiles. Esme knew zhe liked Jerrremiah. You are kind man with good mannerz and common zenze!
Esme wakes up the next morning and helps prepare breakfast as her companions come out to eat. She offers them to join her in a small ceremony near her wagon. She leads those who agree in a one minute prayer to Desna.
She casts long strider on herself when they take positions. She then moves behind Garr'ak. You and Geoffrey protect me no? Esme make you invincible! She recites poetry and then touches Garr'ak when the word is given the bandits have arrived. His skin tingles as she gently rubs his tricep. Suddenly he feels his muscles growing. Bull's Strength-30 rds (3 min).
Esme likez big ztrong man!
As the bandits enter the fort the begin making crude jokes at Svetlana who is standing behind Oleg next to the door of their home. Oleg grows visibly more furious with each remark. They begin to dismount with but a casual look around, with the exception of the hooded man who stays mounted. They begin to move towards the storage shed immediately after dismounting.
So I get a ... INIT 4
You are all able to take a suprise round as none of them noticed you.
Tulsino Yells Now! as he closes the door that he is standing near.
As soon as the doors close Thaleles stands up and lets an arrow soar through the air towards the closest target.
Your shot not only hits squarely, he staggers to the ground either dying or losing consciousness.
Previous Night, at dinner
As Esmeralda cleans the crumbs from his shirt, the quiet man can not help but blush and nod his thanks. He seems to talk very little unless it is to his superiors or to those he knows very well. As it stands, he also loses his words a bit more around Esmeralda, his cheeks reddening.
As he helps to close the door, he then begins to climb the wall, double moving while maintaining his stealth, to ensure that he can get to an enemy without being seen.
[ooc] Taka if you could roll a stealth check please. You will be able to move up to one of the bandits in your action.
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Gabla finds the tightest group of bandits to maximise her damage. She pours the two vials of chemicals and reaches back to throw her bomb.
5 ft. Splash for 6 points of damage from target if hit with a reflex save of 16 for half.
Bomb strays down and right from her perspective from the target a number of spaces equal to his range increments. (20ft) any questions? Lol
Galba's bomb veers to the right and explodes in the common dining area nearly hitting Oleg and Svetlana.
Jeremiah steps out from inside the stable, running a quick head count of how many are left. "Law's eyes are on you, boys! Think he find's you wanting!" He runs a hand against his holy symbol, and a wave of dread crashes across the invading bandits.
Perhaps taking the situation a bit too seriously, Garr'ak will have slept behind the door he meant to close the next day. Upon awakening, he would put his armor back on and arm himself before joining the rest for breakfast.
Unlike the night before, Garr'ak would make quick work of the meal before once again offering his assistance in cleaning up.
When Esmeralda offers the group the chance to join in on her ceremony, Garr'ak would join in some what reluctantly. He had nothing against the lady of luck, but he would prefer not to be the butt end of another one of her jokes.
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A questioning look would make it's way onto Garr'ak's face as Esmeralda took up her position behind him. However, before he could question her motives, she tells her explains herself.
Not sure of what she means when she speaks of making him invincible, Garr'ak starts to deny her request, hoping to move her away from the front line. However, once again he would be interrupted as she places her hands on his arms. Upon feeling his muscles start to bulge and tighten, Garr'ak would start to comprehend what she means.
"Defend her boy," he would say firmly to Geoffrey while pointing at Esmeralda to get his point across. Seeing recognition in the wolf's eyes, Garr'ak would turn back towards the door and place his hands against it.
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Garr'ak would let out a bestial roar as he slams his door shut. Once done, he would quickly pivot on his feet to face their enemies.
As if in complete sync with his master, Geoffrey would let out a fearsome growl at the closest enemy. None the less, the wolf would stand its ground between Esmeralda and the bandits.
The bandits pale as their world becomes a riot of violence, explosions and, dread.
After slamming his gate door shut and seeing Tulsino do the same on the other side, Garr'ak would lift the large locking beam and slam it into place before turning to address his enemies with a deadly smile.
"Time to surrender boys. It would be a shame for you to have to meet old rusty," as he spoke he would give the wrench at his side a soft pat.
Suddenly changing his mind, Brennyn relinquishes the divine magic and instead attempts to bring low the bandit leader. Quickly summoning the divine energy to cast an admonishing ray, Brennyn targets the obvious leader.
The bandit leader staggers in his horse, but remains mounted
Before Combat: Longstrider
As soon as the Bandits arrive: Bull Strength
Surprise Rd: Bless +1 Attacks and fear saves 3 min (50ft radius burst)
Esme calls out to spur on her comrads: Desna blezz you all! May the enemy fall in defeat! She casts bless on her party.
As of right now, these "bandits" have not done anything to suffer the full extent of the law. They are a bit rude though.
Tulsino grips his sword in one hand, and drags it behind him as though it is too heavy in an attempt to throw his adversaries off. He will ready his attack should anyone approach, otherwise he will move towards the leader.
+2 against humans
+ against humans
Having given their enemies the chance to surrender, Garr'ak would stare down the closest enemy trying to intimidate him with his sheer physical dominance. While he stood there, he pulls forth old rusty and starts slapping the head of the wrench in his other hand to press the point.
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Geoffrey would start to pace back and forth in front of Esmeralda, never leaving arm's reach of the woman, while continuing to growl at the bandits.
"You are hereby ordered to stand down," Brennyn shouts clarion across the yard, "Those of you who repent your wicked ways may yet find salvation. Those who do not shall suffer the full wrath of the Law."
The Bandits look confused until Thaleles words charge them into action.
With the exception of the leader they charge you. The leader turns an makes a rush on his mount round the Storage Pen.
Tulsino is untouched but also fails to land a blow
One of the Bandits hits Thalales with his blade
The bandit makes a shot on Cato with his bow.
These are not all of the remaining bandits only those able to attack in this round. The others move into better positions attempting to flank Tulsino and Thaleles.
Jeremiah can't help but chuckle darkly as the bandits charge. "Well then. Job's easier." Seeing a few of the lot trying to hem in Thalales, he takes a shot at the one currently menacing him, hoping to clear the wizard a path. He then moves to place himself between Oleg, Svetlana and the ensuing melee. "Might want to get inside while we clear this up." he mutters, before reloading his crossbow and sighting another target.
Jeremiahs Bolt hits the bandit Cato had earlier injured, dropping him to the ground. Oleg grunts and hefts a shovel, I might need your help to protect my home, but I'm not going to run and hide from reality. Svetlana nods as well holding a large cooking pan.
Jeremiah smiles lightly at Oleg's words, replying, "As you will; I certainly can't fault your mettle. I got a morningstar on my belt if you're handy with 'em. Feel free to it while I'm standing here." As the bandit before Thaleles drops, Jeremiah calls out to the griup, "Anyone got eyes on the leader?"
Seeing the bandits had no intention of surrendering, Garr'ak would close the distance with whichever one was the closest and bring old rusty up and around to strike out at his foe. Garr'ak would swing for a non-vital area with the broader side of the wrench in hopes of disabling his opponent, not killing him.
Damage: 1d6 +5 Damage +1 Breaker +1 Magic = 1d6+7
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Geoffrey will continue to move stay by Esmeralda's side, ready to attack any enemy that comes near.
Garr'ak swings and the bandit scarcely avoids the blow.
The bandit yelps in pain as your arrow pierces his leg.
The bandit falls from the stairs as your arrows sinks deeply into his chest.
Then you have each made your choice. In violation of the law and attacking Emmisaries to the King, I find you all guilty of capital crimes.
He take a short breath.
Your punishment shall each be death.
+2 VS human
+ VS Human
If his target drops and is human, cleaving swing.
+2 VS human
+ VS Human