Phyton is able to summon a larger heal this time bringing Gaarm back from death's door once more.
Initiative:
1st: Nizvit; Phyton
2nd: Straightjacket @ 20 damage; 1 round of 'On Fire'
3rd: Gaarm @ 2/11 HP; Sir Thomas; Naxx
Naxx blows an inspiring tune on his flute (inspire courage - +1 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +1 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.) and sends the rat to attack the straight jacket again
While Ramas continues his attack as well
The straight jacket is nearly in tatters after Ramas' assault. It tries one last time to snuff out the life in the Bloodrager.
Gaarm falls unconscious once more as the fire burns away what little was left of the straightjacket.
Status:
1st: Nizvit; Phyton; Gaarm @ -7/11 HP; Sir Thomas; Naxx
Sir Thomas casts to pour more positve energy into Gaarm's beaten body.
Phyton casts another spell to heal Gaarm.
Gaarm awakens with a jerk. What in the hells was that? His eyes wide with fear and his body shaken from fatigue and wounds throughout.
"Nivit zorry. Waz trying to burn ztrange clothing thing before it could kill Gaarm..."
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We should get some rest. I have used most of my connection to the divine and do not know how much more I could heal.
I agree, and thank you Nizvit and all of you for saving my life.
Gaarm slowly stands as he makes his way back to the Professor's place for a bit of rest.
"Yes, I am nearly spent. Let's rest and refresh."
---Day 9 (-1 Trust Point)---
The adventurers head back to the manor at eventually fall asleep around 4am. The group wakes up around noon. Gaarm checks still winces at the bruises around his neck from the strangling he received earlier that day. The group prepares "breakfast" and then the mystics head off to prepare spells.
The group is ready to set out around 2pm the next day.
Gaarm looks worse for wear as he awakens the next day. As he is eating breakfast with the others he slowly rubs his sore muscles.
He is afraid to speak to the others how he had a rough night sleeping last night as he kept waking to his blanket crushing his entire body, ultimately staying up for a few hours on the bed with his great sword in his hand, watching the crumpled up blanket in the corner before finally succumbing to slumber from exhaustion.
As you rest for the night, you feel your powers grow.
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I don't think healing Gaarm is going to be a big issue.
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I do not think taking too much time off is a good idea. But talking to father Grimburrow may be, let us head over and see what he thinks of the situation.
Sir Thomas seeing that his friend is still hurt walks over and conjures some healing magic.
Gaarm follows Sir Thomas to speak with Father Grimburrow on the situation.
Father Grimburrow welcomes you into his office at the Graveyard. I am told that you have news for me of Harrowstone? What bothers you?
If things are to be taken as they appear on the surface, Harrowstone may be in grave danger. It seems that the Warden's spirit has continued his duties even past his death. That is until a few days ago when his spirit was stolen. At least that is what the ghost of his wife has told us. Since then she claims that she has tried to continue his work of keeping the malevolent spirits of the prisoners contained but they are growing stronger and she fears that she will not be able to hold them back much longer. I believe this poses a significant threat to the village and its people.
Naxx remains quite on the background..afraid his reputation as "The Piper"hasn't died down yet...
Phyton lets Sir Thomas do all the talking, listening intently.
Father Grimburrow listens intently at the Paladin's words. For you to come so quickly to me with these stories after our last altercation belies either your truthfulness or a desire to be brought back into the fold.
The Father looks a bit lost in thought. The Church of Pharasma cannot ignore such a warning from a man of faith, such as yourself, however we will remain cautious in light of previous experiences.
The Father stands up and moves to the rear of his office. He opens a cabinet and pulls out several objects. He hands Sir Thomas three potions, two scrolls and the darkwood case. These items should be able you in your investigation. We will dispatch an apprentice cleric to aid you in your search of Harrowstone.
The Father's face becomes a bit more solemn. I will be frank with you. He will watch over you to the best of his abilities however he will also monitor your actions and provide counsel.
The Father looks at the three men. Any questions?
Sir Thomas will cast detect magic and try to determine what the items are.
You help is much appreciated father, but I find myself lacking. Do you mind telling me what these items are so that we may better employ them?
With what we are facing I am happy to have all the help and counsel that you are able to send with us. Thank you for your concern.
[ooc]You already identified those items or tried to identify them. No need to do so again.[ooc]
Sir Thomas and the group are a bit perplexed by the items in the darkwood case so Father Grimburrow will explain them. It is not surprising that you are unaware of the true power of these items. They are quite rare outside of the Church and are only employed when dealing with ectoplasmic disturbances.
The Father holds up one of the swirling iron and glass vials. This is a Haunt Siphon. It will allow you to absorb the power of any haunted areas, potentially disrupting their ability to manifest. The power created by the absorption turns the Haunt Siphon into a powerful ectoplasmic bomb that can then be used against incorporeal undead. Use them wisely as they are not easy to come by.
The Father gently places the Haunt Siphon back in the darkwood case and pulls out the wooden board and brass oculus. This is a Spirit Planchette. The Father is holding the brass oculus for the group to see. The board is necessary, but not this board. Any surface with letters is sufficient. A brass oculus such as this allows you to ask the native ghosts one question per day and you can suffer negative effects from activating this item. If you contact particularly malicious entities, then they can take over you body and wreak havoc.
The Father places the letter board and the brass oculus back in the darkwood box before sealing it. Do you need any other assistance? When do you head to Harrowstone?
Unless there are any objections I think we head now.
I agree, we should head out immediately
Shall we use one of the siphon's on these geists?
Let's save them for something more dangerous. We already know these guys are naught but a nuisance.
Sir Thomas will assist any body who attempts to open one of the doors.
"Isn't there another way in? Maybe we can just by pass these doors..go around them.
Gaarm shrugs his shoulders at Sir Thomas as he begins to assist him with opening the doors once again.
Phyton nods at Naxx's suggestion. "Maybe we should make a circuit around the building."
We should continue our sweep of the building. Gaarm shifts uncomfortably as he recalls the jacket crushing his body repeatedly.
Naxx motions for Ramas to follow as they move up with Gaarm
Gaarm opens the door a smidge and cautiously peeks into the room next to where he was almost strangled to death. He sees that it is a privy and that it has fallen into disrepair, just like the rest of the prison.
I sat on my throne this afternoon before we headed out. Gaarm shuts the door as he heads to the door south of his position. The key must be around here somewhere. As he creaks open the door to peer inside.
The sound of metal on stone echoes through the hall as Sir Thomas walks up behind Gaarm.