GM Chadius's Solstice Scar (Standard 1-2) (Inactive)

Game Master chadius

Yoon releases a stream of heat at the yellow dog. It yelps and then tries to bite Jajee.

Bite: 1d20 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 - 2 = 6
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

The dog with the green collar tries to get close, but Jajee is much too quick and puts it down.

The dog with the blue collar runs up to Agirran.
Bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5
It manages to bite his leg.

Round 1
Doggos
Agirran (2 damage)
Karu

Round 2
Astolfo (Inspire Courage +1)
Sythka
Yoon
Jajee

Party is up.

Agirran kicks at the thing as he slide over a bit to take his swing.

mwk greataxe v blue (power attack): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10 damage: 1d12 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10

SWISH!

Stopping his strumming for a moment, Astolfo pulls out his light mace and takes a step forward, swinging the weapon at the blue dog.

"Sorry small one, but we need to secure the museum!"

Attack+Inspire Courage: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 + 1 = 22
Damage+Inspire Courage: 1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 1 = 3

Confirm: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 1 = 7
Critical Damage: 1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 1 = 7

2 rounds of Inspire Courage left, Lingering Performance.

Total Defense

Jajee, unable to stomach anymore canine bloodshed, raises his shield in front of him. Hunching down, making his profile smaller, Jajee goes into a fully defensive stance

Karu sidesteps, activating his wrist sheath to cause a dagger to spring into his offhand, and uses the distraction of Agirran attacking to attack the dog. He slams the dagger into the back of its head, dropping it instantly and (he hopes) painlessly, then turns and sends a dagger flying to sink into the other dog's throat.

dagger stab at blue with flanking and two-weapon fighting: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (19) + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 25
confirmation: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (19) + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 25

damage: 2d4 + 2 + 2 + 1d6 ⇒ (4, 2) + 2 + 2 + (4) = 14

thrown dagger at Yellow: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 - 4 ⇒ (20) + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 - 4 = 22
confirmation: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 - 4 ⇒ (19) + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 - 4 = 21

damage: 2d4 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (4, 4) + 2 + 2 = 12

Whew! I hope all my dice rolls are that hot.

Jajee watches in awe as Karu flawlessly launches his attacks, stabbing with one blade and sending the other flying out, his skills quite evident in there masterful use...
"WOW! Karu, your the best knife fighter this Shoanti's ever laid eyes on, and I've known quite a few shady types in my day!" Jajee yells to Karu from behind his shield

Those rolls were beautiful, well played sir!

As Arrigan raises his shield, the dogs are much too distracted to notice the Kitsune. With his left hand he drives his blade right through one dog, and the other other blade sinks into the other one.

After that is silence.

Combat Over

Agirran took 2 damage.

Where to, next?
- Search the other exhibit on the first floor
- Go look at the second floor
- Magical Swarm of tiles in the garden?

Sythka checks the dogs over and shakes her head solemnly... "Rest now..." Looking at the others and says "Shall we continue to search this level?"

The usual spunk of Yoon fades for a moment when she realizes the animals are unlikely to be getting up after the quick and violent battle. She pats the charred fur of the one she blasted.

Sorry.

She then stands up and nods to Sythka.

Jajee avoids looking directly at the dogs, also nodding to Lady Sythka

"Aye sounds good, anywhere but here is fine with me." He replies, wiping the blood off his Bardiche unceremoniously. He says a quick prayer under his breath, closing his eyes only briefly, before looking again to the group for there next move

The usual spunk of Yoon fades for a moment when she realizes the animals are unlikely to be getting up after the quick and violent battle. She pats one of them/

Sorry.

She then stands up and nods to Sythka.

"You got some burnt brain all over your hand there, kid. I wouldn't worry too much. This is a museum. More than likely they were animatonic."

bluff: 1d20 - 2 ⇒ (4) - 2 = 2

Ironically, Agirran didn't inflict a single wound on any of the dogs. You should all be ashamed of yourselves. ;)

Karu says a brief prayer to Pharasma as he checks the dogs and makes sure they are no longer suffering.

"Anima-what?"

Karu looks around for anything of note, and finds nothing in particular. "Nigel said the people are in his study, right? That's upstairs? Let's head up."

"Machines of some sort, but I don't believe that they were..... OH! Oh...." Astolfo looks at Yoon and shakes his head. "Considering the happenings in this museum from the rumors that I have hear, this may be a better fate. Perhaps we can find those involved of this upstairs, as Nigel and Karu said."

Karu says a brief prayer to Pharasma as he checks the dogs and makes sure they are no longer suffering.

"Anima-what?"

"Never been to Numeria, huh?"

As you head towards the stairs, a strong wind blows in from one of the exhibits.

Under a sign that reads “The Shining Armory,” priceless Shining Crusade artifacts displayed on pedestals creak and move by some unseen force. Eerie light seems to dart between the objects while the din of a raging battle echoes throughout the chamber. The central feature is a low, artificial hill atop which stand two stuffed owlbears surrounded by shattered undead foes. Each of the beasts wears chainmail barding and an orange-and-black caparison depicting a stylized owlbear. A dead man dressed in furs lies on the floor before a suit of full- plate armor.

There is a plaque at the base of the artificial hill. If you read it, make a
a DC 15 Knowledge(Nobility) check to identify the group based on the owlbears’ caparisons.

The Shining Crusade banner flutters in the wind- wait a minute, you’re inside a museum. The banner animates and comes to life! What else from this exhibit is coming after you?

Round1
Astolfo
Sythka
Yoon
Agirran
Karu
Puny Banner
Jajee

Jajee thinks nothing of it at first, but the rest of the party realizes something is wrong with that banner!

Knowledge Arcana: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18

on Sythka's turn she will say...

"This banner is just like an animated construct. It is mindless, so mind-affecting and illusory magic is useless and alas my hex will not work on it. This object is haunted by some kind of spirit and can be harmed with positive energy just like an undead creature." and with that she spends her turn drawing out her sling...

"Now, there is a treat! Only heard 'bout this place, but as I see it, the tales are true!"

Astolfo begins playing his music once more!

Bardic Inspiration is up! Remember the +1 to bit and damage.

Jajee looks over at the group, wondering why everyone is suddenly reaching for there weapons..

"Whats up guys, its just a flag..." Jajee remarks, completely oblivious to the threat

"Owlbears! Totally called it..." Yoon says as her excitement rushes back in but she then notices the possessed flag. With a smile she steps up and blasts it.

"At least they are still flammable." she adds with a smile.

Fire Blast: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

"Careful with that fire, don't want to set the owlbears alight," Karu says, as he moves to a better position and throws a dagger. Unfortunately the flag moves unexpectedly just as he throws and the blade sticks into the wooden platform instead.

thrown dagger: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 = 6

The Shining Crusade banner flutters in the wind- wait a minute, you’re inside a museum. The banner animates and comes to life! What else from this exhibit is coming after you?

"This banner is just like an animated construct. It is mindless, so mind-affecting and illusory magic is useless and alas my hex will not work on it. This object is haunted by some kind of spirit and can be harmed with positive energy just like an undead creature." and with that she spends her turn drawing out her sling...

"Told ya. Animatronics." Agirran says with the smug air of one who his right.

"Owlbears! Totally called it..." Yoon says as her excitement rushes back in but she then notices the possessed flag. With a smile she steps up and blasts it.

"At least they are still flammable." she adds with a smile.

"THE HELL KID! THAT AIN'T THE ONLY THING! WHO DO YOU THINK IS GOING TO HAVE TO PUT ALL THAT OUT!" Agirran yells suddenly wishing he had a belt he could use.

Is the banner free floating or attached to something. If it is attached to something that anchors it in place and nothing else is coming after him, Agirran probably shrugs and walks past the encounter. ;) Otherwise, he moves toward Yoon preparing to tan her hide or save her life as needs warrant.

Karu narrows his eyes. "Yell at her like that again and you'll regret it, old man," he growls.

Jajee eyes the group, noticing the drama unfold...
"Ey, what in the abyss are you all fightin bout! There's a possessed flag or something to deal with, I just got done killing two innocent guard dogs, and we still have gods know what else to deal with, so unless anyone wants to challenge ol Jajee to a match let's take the fight to the enemy first before our own." Jajee snorts, pointing his Bardiche in the direction of the banner

Agirran sees the banner break loose from its restraints and fly. Despite yelling at Yoon he decides to step in front. As he does, Yoon sends a steak of flame that singes the banner.

As Karu's dagger flies past the banner, it flies up to Agirran and tries to snap at him.

Snap!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12
Nonlethal Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Grab: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (20) + 9 = 29
Constrict: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

He quickly ducks under it, and notices it stretches up to 10 feet. It has 10 feet of range

Round 2
Puny Banner (4 damage)
Jajee

Round 1
Astolfo
Sythka
Yoon
Agirran
Karu

Party is up.

Move 20 ft. Ready action, attack banner if comes into range.

Jajee moves over next to Yoon, protecting the young charge with his bulky frame and setting his polearm to balance atop his shield, ready to thrust forward at a moment's notice should the banner threaten his ally

Sythka moves back away from combat and lets the others handle this. on phone and can’t access map to move her out of the way

Once again, holding his mandolin in one hand, the bard brings out his mace and moves forward.

"That banner is well made, so well that it can stretch! Watch out for it's mighty tassels!"

Lingering Performance, 2 rounds left in Inspire Courage. I think you meant Round 2 for those that go before the banner of doom, haha. I moved you back a bit Sythka, if that's a good spot for you.

Quick as snake Agirran pulls a throwing axe from his belt and with a savage growl flings it at the banner.

cold iron throwing axe (inspired): 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 2 + 1 = 16 damage: 1d6 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 1 = 8

Karu narrows his eyes. "Yell at her like that again and you'll regret it, old man," he growls.

"And how old are you Bushi Boy--In dog years I mean? By the way, being made of hair and all, you'd go up faster than lamp oil." Agirran glowers.

Agirran reaches for his axe, dropping his guard. The banner snaps at him, but it's much too slow. His axe tears through the fabric as it continues to snap at the party.

Round 1
Puny Banner (12 damage)
Jajee (Readied Action)

Round 2
Astolfo (Lingering Performance)
Sythka
Yoon
Agirran
Karu

Yoon and Karu have a chance to move before the banner does.

Ahaha, "Puny Banner" -- I see what you did there.

Karu circles around and moves behind the banner, keeping his daggers out and ready to strike.

"I trust her to not send the flames my way unless I piss her off," he responds testily to Agirran.

Appropriate considering Agirran's name is derived from the Norse sea god/giant Ægir. Banner like (on) smoldering fire, Agirran like water.

Yoon look surprised at the scolding and even more surprised when Karu defends her. She gives a small shrug before apologizing.

"Sorry! I don't want to burn anything else down. Gonna aim carefully, promise."

Fire Blast: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 = 8
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

However as if on purpose this blast is far less accurate than the ones before it.

Karu runs around the meleé while Yoon's bolt of flame sails overhead, lighting a nearby candle.

The banner tries to snap at Agirran again.

Snap!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19
Nonlethal Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

Grab: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12
Constrict: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

It leaves a nasty bruise on his arm but fails to take hold.

Round 2
Astolfo (Lingering Performance, expires next round)
Sythka
Yoon
Agirran (2 damage, 5 nonlethal)
Karu

Round 3
Puny Banner (12 damage)
Jajee (Readied Action)

The party is up.

"Someone please move to flank it with me?" Karu suggests as he watches the banner for an opening.

Delaying turn until someone can position for a flank.

Can I give you flank bonuses with a reach weapon?

"Someone please move to flank it with me?" Karu suggests as he watches the banner for an opening.

Delaying turn until someone can position for a flank.

"Sure." Agirran says through clenched teeth. "Since you asked so nice!"

This depends now upon how high off the ground the thing is. If it is close enough that Agirran can 5-foot up to it an attack with his greataxe he does so.

mwk cold iron greataxe v towel (power attack, inspired): 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 1 = 13 damage: 1d12 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 7 + 1 = 13

If he can't he 5-foot's closer, and.... well, I guess that depends on how far away it actually is. ;)

Having no spells to affect the foe and her hexes rendered useless by the nature of the banner Sythka moves behind the ulfen and taps him with her heal stick...
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Move 15FT. Take AoO. Flank w/Karu, Delay action. Attack after Karu and Agirran. Attack w/Bardiche

Jajee moves into range of the possessed tablecloth, the puny banner snapping out as he Jajee moves in. "Aye, keep your damn tassles off me!" Jajee yells, ready to make his move in tandem with his team, trying to get a good battle rhythm going he slashes in concert with his comrades.

Readied Action
Bardiche.Pow Att.: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19
Damage: 1d10 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18

Agirran moves in, ducks under the banner and swings his axe, catching nothing but air.

Jajee rips into the banner. It it almost completely shredded at this point. The elf decides to heal most of Agirran's bruise (and dog bite.)

Round 2
Astolfo (Lingering Performance, expires next round)
Sythka
Yoon
Agirran (2 nonlethal)
Karu

Round 3
Puny Banner (30 damage)
Jajee

I'm visiting the inlaws this weekend, so apologies if my posting is erratic. It will be back to normal on Tuesday.

Karu steps up to attack the banner, but it whips around and makes it hard for him to hit.

mw dagger: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 13
damage if that hits: 1d4 + 1 + 1d6 ⇒ (3) + 1 + (1) = 5
dagger: 1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 6 Miss

***OVERSEER ANNOUNCEMENT***

A high-pitched buzz pervades the museum, rising in frequency to the point of being inaudible. A moment later, a rolling boom echoes through the museum like thunder, and the glowing wards around the museum begin to fade.

@Table GMs: The “Failing Wards” condition on page 9 is now in effect.

Astolfo takes a step in and swings his mace at the banner!

"Something must have happened with the other Pathfinders! Hopefully something good!"

Attack+Inspire Courage: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 + 1 = 19
Damage+Inspire Courage: 1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 1 = 8

And with Astolfo's mace, the banner is defeated, torn to shreds.

Combat Over. Agirran has 2 nonlethal damage.

Upstairs or outside?

I think we previously discussed upstairs.

You proceed to the second floor, where ,any of the smaller exhibits and relics lie. This is also where the museum has several offices and classrooms for holding lectures.

Gears, glass, and chunks of wax litter the polished wood floor under a sign that proclaims “Scars of the Lich.” The corpse of a Kellid warrior lies in a pool of blood, her furs soaked through. A constant ticking and whirring sound echoes in this area.

You see one vaguely humanoid construct, some kind of golem. It turns in your direction and its waxy fists clench. "Greetings, intruders! The museum is currently closed and I am here to re-re-re-re- kill all who trespass! Kill Crush Destroy- Kill Crush Destroy- Kill Crush Destroy..."

Make a Knowledge(Arcana) check to identify this creature.

Round 1
Astolfo
Yoon
Karu
Golem
Sythka
Jajee
Agirran (2 nonlethal)

I'm going to assume Astolfo is going to begin a performance. When he does, I will move up along the path indicated with arrows (25 ft of movement) and throw a regular dagger.

attack in 3rd range increment with performance: 1d20 + 4 - 4 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 4 - 4 + 1 = 10
That will probably miss.

Knowledge Arcana: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 13

"Well, I have no clue as to what this creature is, so I'm going to play us a plucky tune to fell the beast! Go, go! Dance with thine blades!"

Astolfo strums on the mandolin in a frantic, elegant manner!

Perform Strings: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12 Still better than most, bwahahahahahaha!

Yoon looks wide eyed at the construct.

"SO...this one I can set on fire right? I am going to set it on fire..."

Fire Blast: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2