DM Rich's Carrion Crown

Game Master Briccone

Rounding the corner of the hallway, Tara feels her breath leave her at the sight of the enormous spider. Clutching her crossbow, she lets loose a shot, aiming for its thorax but in her rush, the bolt embeds itself into a portait. "Oh no, this is bad."

Attack: 1d20 + 7 - 4 ⇒ (1) + 7 - 4 = 4
Damage: 1d8 ⇒ 3

Silas made the Fort save vs the bite. Failed the Reflex save and the subsequent Fort save vs the hairs.

Current HP: 51/84
Effects: nauseated - 4 rounds

Niculaie hurries into the Lodge, catching a glimpse of the enormous arachnid as he ducks behind the fireplace next to Tara.

"Goddess, that's an abomination! How did such a beast get inside? Surely it would be too large to fit through any of the doors!"

Double move. Also, I just realized that Niculaie did not prepare shield in the morning. Anticipating a day of research, he prepared comprehend languages and identify and left one slot open.

Seeing the rear of the enormous spider and hearing Vivian's directions, Pontia stops where she is and begins a spell. Those familiar with her casting style can tell that this is a summoning spell, as her words echo out into the emptiness between planes.

occasionally Paizo's RSS feeds hiccup and skip a post. I didn't realize I was up!

Sophie moves a little bit closer and casts another spell

Shield of Faith

Oh, I suspect someone summoned it by magic. No way it could have passed through doors or windows, not without being seen. It's the only thing that make sense for me, but I'm open to new theories.

A silence, then

That really sounded wise and reasonable, no? I'm becoming my own mother, poor little me!

exagerated sigh
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

Any idea how powerful a spell must be to summon that kind of big hairy spider? I have no clue myself.

The spider continues its rampage unhindered, it seems. A leg smacks Markiza Welgory, knocking her down. The spider moves to bite her.

Round 3: (Bold may act)
Niculaie(Shield)
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism)

Round 4: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, pending fort save & ref save)
Vivian
Duristan
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (15 dmg)

Silas continues to battle against the roiling in his stomach.

Current HP: 51/84
Effects: nauseated - 3 rounds

Sophie moves closer double move

Number of lantern archons summoned: 1d3 ⇒ 1

Eh; better than nothing. GM F, I have a question for you regarding the Superior Summoning{/i] feat. It's worded like this: "Each time you cast a summoning spell that conjures more than one creature, add one to the total number of creatures summoned." Does that mean a summoning spell with the potential to conjure more than one creature (i.e., with [i]summon monster iv I get 1d3 lantern archons), or a summoning spell that results in the conjuration of more than one creature? There's a discussion on the boards that concludes it's the former, but nothing authoritative. For the moment, I'll assume I get two.

The chiming of distant bells is heard, growing louder until a pair of glowing lights appears before the wizard. She addresses them in the Celestial language, pointing at the spider. In response, the two lights streak through the room and send twin rays of light at the monster.

RTA light ray: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8
RTA light ray: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14

Damage #1, if applicable: 1d6 ⇒ 5
Damage #1, if applicable: 1d6 ⇒ 4

While that happens, Pontia casts another spell, trying to understand whatever magic has put the spider there.

Casting detect magic and concentrating on the spider.

Flank Stab the spider!: 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 7 + 2 = 25
Dmg, Sneak attack: 1d8 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (8) + 2 + (3, 3) = 16

Vivian stabs the spider with her sword, doing some damage, using her knowledge of anatomy and monsters more than brute strenght

@Pontia - yes, you get 2. Seems silly to me that some argue you have to get more than one to benefit. I can see how it COULD be read that way, but why would anyone want to read it that way?

The spider is not magical - it seems to be quite real. You do notice that the double doors to the back deck (D10) were wide open. It does seem possible it could have squeezed in that way.

Vivian manages to make a solid hit, drawing the spider's attention away from the other guests.

The lantern archons also seem to be quite affecting (those are targeting touch AC, right?)

Round 3: (Bold may act)
Niculaie (Shield)
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism)

Round 4: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, sick)
Vivian
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (40 dmg)

Sophie also has Shield of Faith up

Looks like I forgot to move my token to the fireplace on my last turn - corrected now. Also, just a reminder - I made a mistake in round 1, Niculaie did not have shield prepared for the day so could have taken that extract.

Niculaie steps out from behind the fireplace (not trying to use Tara as a human shield, just didn't want to take more than a 5' step) and begins a bardic performance. "Brilliant strike, Vivian! Rally around, brave hunters! When will you encounter such challenging prey again?" He begins to sing a Nirmathi ballad about an intrepid band of monster hunters, and draws his bow.

Bardic performance, inspire courage, +2 morale bonus to attack & damage, saves vs fear

Yes, the lantern archon attacks are ranged touch.

Tara-bot shoots another bolt at the large spider, this time lodging it in its side.

Attack, inspired: 1d20 + 7 - 4 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 7 - 4 + 2 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

The spider tries to bite Silas. Luckily, he is well armored and manages to fend off the monster despite his illness.

Bite Attack: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21

Round 3: (Bold may act)
Niculaie
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism, Shield of Faith)

Round 4: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, sick)
Vivian
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (47 dmg)

+2 morale bonus to attack, dmg, saves vs fear - thanks to Inspire Courage!

Flanking attack, inspired: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 5 + 2 + 2 = 20
Dmg, Inspired, sneak attack: 1d8 + 2 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (5) + 2 + 2 + (1, 3) = 13

the redhead manages to land another blow, using her tactical advantage to inflict as much damage as possible

Come on Silas, we'll bring it down! and then I'll get a look at your wounds, if you don't mind.

Niculaie continues his ballad, takes another step into the hallway, and fires an arrow at the spider.

+1 dark wood composite shortbow, inspire courage, point-blank shot: 1d20 + 8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 8 + 2 + 1 = 231d6 + 2 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 2 + 1 = 6

Hopefully Niculaie isn't aiming right at Vivian - it's probably another issue with the iPad app, but I can't see her on the map.

Either you can't see me because I'm behind the spider or because I'm too stealthy, or because you're blind to real beauty. I think it's the last one, as you plainly see Silas. ^^

Ouch.

Either you can't see me because I'm behind the spider or because I'm too stealthy, or because you're blind to real beauty. I think it's the last one, as you plainly see Silas. ^^

It’s hard to miss Silas, what with the sound of the violent disgorgement of his breakfast...

And to paint an even more vivid picture ... He's a large man. He eats a lot for breakfast.

And he seems to like things beginning with "Vivi-"

Pontia circles around to join her conjured archons, then dodges. Meanwhile the archons drift a little closer and open up on the spider with a fusillade of light rays.

Light ray vs touch AC, including inspiration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 3 + 2 = 21
Ditto: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18
1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18

Total damage, including inspiration: 4d6 + 8 ⇒ (1, 3, 3, 6) + 8 = 21

Now that she can finally see it, Sophie pauses to consider the monster.

going to use Monstrous Insight

Sophie has +4 to most knowledges... I need to work on her knowledge ranks, but ranks are so scarce for an Oracle

move and/or swift action will depend on the outcome of the knowledge roll

Did you forget the roll? Or did you want me to roll it?

Knowledge, nature: 1d20 + 4 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 4 + 8 = 20 I assume that succeeds. Other than being giant, this is simply a tarantula. DC 18.

Meanwhile, Vivian tries to attack (I moved your icon to a reasonable position based on your description), but misses. Pontia has some success with her lantern archons, which clearly can be very deadly to many dangers out there. But this monster is not going down easy. Niculae adds a bit more damage to the list, though, and it does appear that you are making progress.

Round 3: (Bold may act)
Niculaie
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism, Shield of Faith)

Round 4: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, sick)
Vivian
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (74 dmg)

+2 morale bonus to attack, dmg, saves vs fear - thanks to Inspire Courage!

Tara - still with us?

Watching as Sophie heads towards the large vermin, Tara panics as the thing turns its eyes in her direction. Accidentally shooting her bolt into the floor with a resounding *thud*, the cleric pulls out another bolt and loads it slowly.

Attack: 1d20 + 7 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (1) + 7 + 2 - 4 = 6
Sorry; life distracted me this week.

It's lantern archons + inspire courage that really brings the pain.

Can you put some little dots on the map for your archons? I suspect the spider will want to start targeting them soon. We'll give Sophie a bit more time to finish her action here.

I put icons in place for them already. They're near Pontia at the moment.

Sophie steps forward to get closer to the spider.

my last post was only a standard action. Presuming it has reach, Sophie will 5' step closer next turn and attack

@Pontia - Ah, now I see them! I had zoomed in so much, they weren't on my view!

@Sophia - ok, I thought there was more to come, which is why I waited.

The spider, turning towards the archons, finds Vivian in the way and attempts to bit her.
Attack vs Vivian: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (11) + 15 = 26
Damage: 3d6 + 18 ⇒ (1, 2, 3) + 18 = 24
Please make a DC 22 Fort save vs poison.

Round 5: (Bold may act)
Niculaie
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism, Shield of Faith)

Round 6: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, sick)
Vivian (24 dmg, pending poison save)
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (74 dmg)

+2 morale bonus to attack, dmg, saves vs fear - thanks to Inspire Courage!

How high is the ceiling?

Niculaie continues his ballad and fires another arrow at the spider.

Edit to add: Just checked the map - before firing, Niculaie moves to get a better angle, so that he can aim at a part of the spider that isn't threatened by with Vivian or anyone else to avoid the -4 penalty for firing into melee.

+1 dark wood composite shortbow, inspire courage, point-blank shot: 1d20 + 8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 8 + 2 + 1 = 231d6 + 2 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 2 + 1 = 6

Nothing else to bring forth, Silas still battles the empty heaves.

Current HP: 51/84
Effects: nauseated - 1 round

Fort save DC 22: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9

Vivian can't help but scream in pain as the spider bites her and the poison runs into her veins

[dice=Fort save DC 22]1d20+8

Vivian can't help but scream in pain as the spider bites her and the poison runs into her veins

Vivian, check the spoiler in my last post.

Saving finale DC 22: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

Niculae does what he can to save your favorite redhead, but even the talented bard can't do a thing against Pharasma, who has dictated Vivian's Fate

The ceilings are about 30' high in these areas - big lodge.

Strength damage to Vivian: 1d6 ⇒ 1
Keep making Fort 24 DC saves each round for 6 rounds... 2 successes in a row will stop the pain. Meanwhile, you still do get your actions.

Round 5: (Bold may act)
Niculaie
Sophie (Divine favor, heroism, Shield of Faith)

Round 6: (Bold may act)
Tara
Silas (33 dmg, sick)
Vivian (24 dmg, 1 str dmg)
Pontia (mage armor)
Spider (80 dmg)

+2 morale bonus to attack, dmg, saves vs fear - thanks to Inspire Courage!

Taking a step closer to the spider, Tara takes aim again, releasing a bolt at the giant vermin. However in the chaos and sounds of people retching, her shot fires off into the ceiling.

Attack: 1d20 + 7 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (5) + 7 + 2 - 4 = 10
Damage?: 1d8 ⇒ 8

Attack with flank, IC: 1d20 + 7 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 7 + 2 + 2 = 21
Dmg, Sneak attack, IC: 1d8 + 2 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (7) + 2 + 2 + (6, 5) = 22
Fort save DC 24: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25

Vivian tries to get rid of the spider before it causes even more damage

Sophie steps closer and stabs the spider repeatedly with her longspear.

longspear, attack, power attack, divine favor, heroism, inspired, monstrous insight: 1d20 + 12 - 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 12 - 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 20
piercing, cold iron: 1d8 + 8 + 6 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 2 + 2 = 20

longspear, attack, power attack, divine favor, heroism, inspired, monstrous insight: 1d20 + 7 - 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 7 - 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 21
piercing, cold iron: 1d8 + 8 + 6 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 2 + 2 = 24

+5 AC vs the spider

Once more the light of Heaven shines forth in blazing rays against the huge arachnid. Pontia retreats a step and prepares to unleash an acid dart if the spider approaches her summoned archons.

Light ray RTA, incl. inspiration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 3 + 2 = 6
Light ray RTA, incl. inspiration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 3 + 2 = 24
Light ray RTA, incl. inspiration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 2 = 8
Light ray RTA, incl. inspiration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 3 + 2 = 17

Ray 2 damage, incl. inspiration: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Ray 3 damage, incl. inspiration: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5
Ray 4 damage, if applicable, incl. inspiration: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Acid dart RTA, incl. inspiration: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 4 + 2 = 22
Acid dart damage, incl. inspiration: 1d6 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 4 + 2 = 8

Vivian just manages to stab the spider as Sophie jumps in and impales it as well. As the light archons fire their beams again, the combination of attacks is enough to defeat the spider. It flips over, legs curling in. It will take some real effort to get it out of the lodge.

Pontia breathes a sigh of relief, then looks around for wounded guests and others. She addresses the archons in Celestial. "Cast aid on the worst of the wounded before you have to return. My thanks for your services."

It's only a moment or so later when the large warrior gains control over his rebellious stomach. There are some muttered self-recriminations before he picks up his sword, sheaths it. Seeing that others are checking on the guests, Silas heads towards the only set of the doors the beast could have come through, determined to find the creatures source.

Silas does find drops of blood - almost like a trail, leading into the lodge via those doors. The door is also smeared with it. Perhaps someone lured the creature in here?

A few of the guests are injured, some have succumbed to the poison and are barely hanging on, yet none have died. It appears that your heroic efforts have afforded you the time to save them.

The idea that someone might have lured the creature into the lodge spurs Silas to continue his search to see if he can fallow the trail to where the creature originated.

Survival - Tracking: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

Watching the spider curl in on itself, Tara drops her crossbow and heads to treat the wounded. "Everyone, please gather the wounded to me! I am trained in the healing arts." Spotting the unconcious man by Silas, Tara kneels down and touches his forehead, before pressing against his wounds, trying to help him combat the poison in his system.

Heal check: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25 using heal skill to treat poison.

Sophie, stabilize those who are just unconcious, I'll heal those whose life is endangered, while Tara starts to help those poisoned. Then we'll all three treat the poison..including myself, I guess

Vivian uses her healing expertise to check those who are the most grievely wounded, and uses a minor spell to help them, tracing a spiral on their forehead to show they are already treated.

It's always astonishing how the wise craking, fun-loving rogue can be serious, delicate and organized when people around her suffer, showing natural leadership.
And on the battefield, she is deadly and resolute, but loves to antagonize her foes (and Silas) with jokes.

Using my rebuke dead Healing domain ability, healing 1d4+2 HP for those who are under 0 HP. Sophie cast stabilize on those between -1 to -5 Hp, I cast Rebuke dead on those under -5 Hp. Then we'll use Healing skill to treat poison (+8 for Vivian)