OMB's Masks of the Living God Module (PFS) (Inactive)

Game Master James Martin

Ferabras moves up behind Mikail and asks quietly, "Do any of Krant's keys open that door? Or do you think you can open it? It might be good to know where it goes before we go upstairs to take on the high priest."

Oddly enough, the same key opens the secret door! Behind the door is a short stairway descending into the stone, ending in a door about 25 feet from the bottom of the stairs.

Hoshiko grabs Krants great club before following the others. "We should put Krant into one of these cells in case he wakes up." she suggests.

"Good thinking, Hoshiko," Ferabras says over his shoulder to the elf. He looks down the stairs before them and says, "We should look into this later. Egarthis is upstairs, and we want to take him by surprise if we can. Let's go up and get him."

Oh Mysterious Benefactor - the stairs up to the second floor are the ones I've marked with the yellow arrow, right? At least as far as we know?

Indeed. Those go to the ground floor. You're underground at the moment. And then there's the grand stair that leads up to the second floor where Egarthis and the higher ranked priests have their rooms.

"Is anyone tall enough to wear the robes and mask of Krant as we go upstairs? Might give them a slight pause as we search."

I will wear them. he says donning the robe and mask.

"More good thinking, Hoshiko," Ferabras comments with an impressed nod. "Let's head upstairs and find Egarthis."

He sheathes his blade and heads for the staircase up

Mikail shrugs as the group decides to abandon the hidden corridor for now, and follows the rest of the group back up the stairs. He giggles a bit at Zolarus wearing Krants robes and mask. He scurries down the way, keeping his eyes open for traps and tricks.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18

Hoshiko will take the rear guard spot...

Are you all wearing your robes and masks?

Yes, I think we would, since it's how we're expected to dress when we're on duty.

Upstairs you head, emerging into the armory. This floor is quiet, but you can hear some muffled footsteps coming from the floor above you. This
chamber contains 20 spears, 8 longswords, 10 short swords, 20 daggers, 6 longbows, and 8 quivers of 20 arrows each. While the daggers and arrows can be easily removed from the racks, an iron bar secured with a good lock keeps the other weapons in place. Twenty small steel shields and 8 large steel shields are mounted to the walls, and can be freely removed and taken down.

"Let's head up the grand staircase and find Egarthis," Ferabras says, content with the weapons he's got.

That would be the stairs up in T6, right? Do we know where the stairs by T2 go?

Mikail pauses in the armoury, waiting to see if any of his companions need anything from the stores. Should the need something, he will try the keys in his hands, and if that doesnt work, he tries to pick the lock. Once everyone is settled, he carefully moves on. Mikail quietly leads the party through the vestibule and into the worship hall, heading towards the stairs up.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22
Stealth: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18

You do not. You could guess they go into the upper floor of the keep walls.

"So I take it that once we bump into someone, we try to bluff first and then dispatch them quickly if that fails?"

The armory lock does indeed give way to Mikail's keys, opening with a click. However Ferabras looks focused and heads out to the grand stair. Rows of polished, black stone benches surround a vast staircase that ascends in the center of this grand worship chamber. The thirty-one white marble stairs, each carved with one of the tenets of Razmir, climb to the top of a pedestal that supports a gigantic golden mask, the symbol of the
Living God. As sunlight streams through the great stained glass window high on the eastern wall, it passes through the eyes of the mask and reflects through a great emerald set into its forehead, bathing the room in shafts of green light.

The stairs ascend upward, and at the top, you can see a large golden Mask of Razmir at the top of the stairs. A large golden mask rests upon a marble pedestal at the top of the stairs, with a green gemstone set into the mask’s forehead, and smaller gems set around it. A stained glass window in the wall behind the pedestal depicts a similar mask.

Ferabras looks around carefully, whispering to Mikail, "I expect Egarthis has traps and all sorts of nasty surprises to protect his ill-gotten wealth, keep an eye out."

Perception : 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20

DM - we don't have any idea where the high priest's chambers are, by having seen him go through the doors behind the mask or anything, do we?

There are a pair of exquisite double doors opposite the Mask. You're pretty sure that's where the upper level members live. In addition, you notice that there are two guards in the alcoves at T-19. They seem to be watching you very closely.

He whispers, Let's go through those double doors, but get ready to bar then if need be.

Zol examines the statue and double doors for traps as Ferabras suggests.

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24

One of the masked priests in the alcoves at the top of the stairs steps forward, holding up his left hand, as his right goes to something on his left hip. "Halt. Acolytes are not allowed on this level. Remove your masks and raise your hands."

Soren mutters at all the ornate mask displays.
These guys are obsessed with masks. Almost makes you think they're hiding something...

At the guards, he just sort of looks awkwardly at the rest of the group, his fingers subconsciously twitching, as they try to reach for his bow. The youth keeps them in check though. For now.

I figure we'll try to bluff our way past these guys, or at least bluff them enough to get close and attack, but Ferabras will not be the best choice for taking the lead on that. But he'll help if someone else wants to pitch the first lie!

Bluff: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10
well crap.. hell of a time for the dice to give out...

Mikail steps forward towards the guards, and holds up his hands towards the guards. "Well met sirs! We were sent for.. some errand or other to prove our loyalty to the great and mighty Razmir! Please, gentlemen, step aside so that we may see what orders are waiting for us!"

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"You dolts! We were summoned to come up here. It is part of our initiation process. And you are keeping us from meeting Egarthis...that cant be good for you...remember what happens to followers of the One True God who stumble...and you all are stumbling right now..." Hoshiko says as she walks towards the southern guard...

Bluff: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (18) - 1 = 17

Ferabras points at Hoshiko and nods, adding very little to their cover story.

Bluff, Aid Hoshiko: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

"Yeah, you dolts

Bluff, aid: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

The man's mask focuses on Hoshiko. "Of course. Except he's not Krant and you're all liars!" He points at Zolarus, wearing Krant's mask and obviously not filling out his robes in nearly the same way!

Round 1:
Hoshiko and Mikhail
Priests
Zolarus, Ferabras and Soran

Hoshiko and Mikhail are up!

With a shrug, Mikail rushes forward, following Hoshiko towards the guard on the right. His rapier comes free of its sheath quick as a snakes tongue and darts in at the man before he can react.
Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
Damage??: 1d6 + 1 + 1d6 ⇒ (5) + 1 + (2) = 8

Hoshiko attacks the guard to her side...

BB ADS: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25
DMG: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Possible Crit: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14
DMG: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Mikhail moves to attack, but his rapier deflects off armor beneath the robes, doing no damage. Hoshiko does better, but fails to find a vital spot. The guard reaches out and grabs a bell-pull and a deep thrumming GONG sounds throughout the temple: the alarm bell!

He smiles and stabs at Hoshiko! Rapier: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11 for 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4 damage!

The other priest takes a five foot step toward Ferabras and lashes out! Rapier: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21 for 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6 damage plus 1d6 ⇒ 1 sneak attack! Then Shield bash!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8 for 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 damage plus 1d6 ⇒ 2 sneak attack!

Zolarus, Ferabras and Soran are up, then Mikhail and Hoshiko for round 2!

Zolarus moves east, Blesses the party and draws his shield!

+1 to attack and saves vs fear for 2 minutes

"You'll pay for that," Ferabras says darkly as the guard stabs him, "and for all the grievous wrongs your faith has caused."

His excitement at finally being able to strike a blow against these false worshippers causes his blade to miss, but he follows up with a fierce bite!

Full attack on guard.

+1 Greatsword, bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 1 = 12
Greatsword damage: 2d6 + 7 ⇒ (2, 3) + 7 = 12

Bite attack, secondary, bless: 1d20 + 7 - 5 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 7 - 5 + 1 = 21
Bite damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Status: 21/28 hp

Hoshiko takes a step to her left and swings at the guard again...

BB ADS: 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 7 + 1 = 18
DMG: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Please bot me for this round. I'm a bit overwhelmed trying to finish packing for a huge move on Friday.

15 vs flat footed didnt hit? Crap...

Mikail resets his feet and tries again to skewer the pproblematic guard before he can do any more damage. Unfortunately, this second strike is no better.
Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13

Zolarus casts while Ferabras bites back! Soran fires twice at the same one Ferabras attacks!
Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16 for 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11 damage! Miss!
Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19 for 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7 damage! Hit!

Round 2:
Hoshiko stabs, but her blade is turned aside by hidden armor, while Mikhail has no luck!

The Priest to the north attacks Ferabras again!
Rapier: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20 for 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4 damage! Shield Bash: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17 for 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4 damage!

The priest to the south attacks Hoshiko!
Rapier: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15 for 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4 damage! Shield Bash: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (12) + 3 = 15 for 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4 damage!

Zolarus, Ferabras and Soran are up, then Mikhail and Hoshiko for round 3!

Zolarus mutters draconic and heals his companions.

Channel Energy: 1d6 ⇒ 6

The guard's strikes bounce off Ferabras' armor, but his return blow cuts the guard deeply! As he feels Zolarus' healing energies wash through him, Ferabras says to the guard, "Surrender or die where you stand!"

Full attack on guard.

+1 Greatsword, Bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 8 + 1 = 29
Greatsword damage: 2d6 + 7 ⇒ (5, 2) + 7 = 14

Bite attack, secondary, Bless: 1d20 + 7 - 5 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 7 - 5 + 1 = 10
Bite damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Crit confirm: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 8 + 1 = 17
Greatsword damage: 2d6 + 7 ⇒ (3, 6) + 7 = 16

Status: 27/28 hp

Mikail keeps pressing his luck, hoping to eventually land a hit.. but trips over his robes.
Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 5 + 1 = 9

For the love of $#@%$%#!!!!!

wow an 18 missed... tough guys...Hoshiko might be in some trouble here soon

Hoshiko, need your round 3 action!

Hoshiko continues to press her attack against the stubborn guard and she uses a bit of her magus training to assist her... spending an arcane point to give her sword a +1 enhancement bonus for 1 minute

BB ADS: 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 7 + 1 = 11
DMG: 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 1 = 7

Zolarus heals his friends! Does Zolarus have any way to stop from healing his enemies, too? Selective channeling?

Ferabras hews his attacker in half, both sides slopping to the ground with wet sounds. Soran turns and fires at the other priest!
Rapidly firing: 1d20 + 7 - 2 ⇒ (14) + 7 - 2 = 19 for 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12 damage!
Rapidly firing: 1d20 + 7 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 7 - 2 = 9 for 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13 damage!

ROUND 3!
Mikhail and Hoshiko attack, but the desperately fighting priest is able to fend them off, though he takes an arrow from Soran for his troubles!

He seems to panic from the sheer amount of blood flowing from him. He reaches into his robes to draw out a potion...

Attack of opportunity from Hoshiko and Mikhail!

"Oh no you don't!"

BB ADS: 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 1 = 12
DMG: 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 1 = 6

or maybe he does

Yes, Zolarus always use Selective Channeling (up to 4). Sorry, I should have mentioned it more clearly.

Attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12
Mikail keeps the pressure on, but is unable to strike the man.

Hoshiko, maybe we can aid another through this?? one of us takes lead, and between the two of us, see if we cant raise the roll high enough to hit. What do you think?

The issue is that the dice are not loving you at the moment!

The man downs his potion! Healing!: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Zolarus, Ferabras and Soran are up, then Mikhail and Hoshiko for round 4!