GM SpiderBeard's Carrion Crown (Inactive)

Game Master motteditor

Elena draws her meager wand. "Should we just run for it again?" She readies her wand, waiting to see what fresh horror manifests itself this time.

Wand of CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Lena pulls out her wand of cure light wounds and falls back.

Let it trigger. Then we can subdue it

Sorry, Vladvena, you're not able to act in the surprise round, since you didn't succeed in the Perception check. Elena, I'm assuming you drew your wand (and didn't have it out already), but you wouldn't have been able to activate it in the surprise round unless you can take a full action by some ability.

Wren retreats as Adder and Elena prepare themselves for another fight. A moment later, the whispers seem to intensify and the drapes are ripped away from the frame, revealing a mirror. It seems to grab at the nearest party members, who feel themselves being sucked into it! Need a DC 23 Will save from Adder, Whiskeyjack, Bronin, and Potpie, or you find yourselves trapped in the mirror, though any equipment (including clothing and anything being carried) remains behind.

We're going to stay in rounds, as that was just the haunt's first action and it remains a threat, along with the mirror. The entire party EXCEPT Whiskeyjack and Bronins is up for Round 1/2 (that first "round" was the surprise round, then Whiskeyjack and Bronin rolled a worse initiative.

will: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (13) + 16 = 29

Whiskeyjack looked into the mirror and felt his soul being sucked into it. That might have worked a year or two ago, but his mind had been fortified with alcohol and exposure to greater horrors than this in the last few months.

will save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18 DC 23.

The Mirror works it's evil magics against Bronin. With a whooshing sound, he is sucked into the mirror like a piece of paper into a vaccum hose.

There's multiple clangings to be heard on the stone floor as his armor, swords, and equipment drop to the floor. Gravity working it's rules now that Bronin's mass was missing.

Inside the mirror, a naked and (maybe alone) Bronin places two cupped hands over his private parts. Flushing red with embarrassment.

How?! How have I become a actor in one of Wren's Red Lantern District stories?!

Ladies, you may need to turn your heads, this is not becoming of your Vestal Virtues.

LOL!

Will DC 23: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

Adder too is sucked into the mirror. He stands with hands crossed and stares at the action on the other side of the mirror.

"Bronin, are you ok? Were you injured?"

Round 1, part a

Wren looks at Bronin enters the Red Light district, and tries to figure out what happened and how to help.

1d20 + 26 ⇒ (11) + 26 = 37 Know (Arcana)

Will destroying the mirror help or send those trapped into the aether?

”Bronin! I didn’t know you did that kind of work...too!”

Potpie Will Save DC 23: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Soon all of Bronin's fantasies come true as an oversized and cockeyed chicken smashes into the mirror beside him. He feels quite naked with the Moribund key. "Wren what do we do? Smash the mirror or will that trap them forever?"

Delay.

Yup, Bronin has a naked Chick by his side. Fantasy realized. LOL!
Delaying from replying to all your hilarity and hijinx as I'm still not in initiative. I was only reacting to the failed save.

Lena grins. Bronin you need to exercise more. Adder seems much fitter Despite the peril, she giggles.

She moves back and draws her wand of cure light wounds

Wren recognizes the item as, most likely, a mirror of life trapping.

She believes she could try to figure out how to activate it using Spellcraft, but will require multiple checks for each person, or break it to free everyone inside.

Round 1 continues

"Well, bird brain? D' ye know how t' be gettin' 'em ou'? Or is i' dwarven skeleton key time again?" Whiskeyjack hefted Raven's Head menacingly.

Wren quirks her head, staying far away from the mirror lest she get drawn in.

”Yes, you walking cancerous liver sot,” Wren ponders the suggestion. ”It might be necessary. Give me a moment to figure things out. Actually, it will take a few moments to figure it all out.”

Wren stays 40’ away and casts Detect Magic and begins the slow process of divining the nature of the mirror.

Round 1 of 3.

Any actions from Elena for Round 1/2?

Seeing her friends in there, Elena grabs ahold of her dagger and rushes at the mirror. "Let's just break it." She moves in to hit the glass with the pommel of her dagger.

Whiskeyjack can only look on in horror as Adder, Potpie and Bronin all disappear into the mirror. As Wren tries to figure out the best way to handle it, Elena rushes forward to dismantle it her own way, passing a retreating Lena. As she rushes forward, the whispers seem to surge again and the dagger is ripped from her hands! It spins in midair until the blade ends up toward her! Elena is disarmed; she also must attempt a DC 23 Will save or be drawn into the mirror as she catches sight of her reflection.

Disarm: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (15) + 18 = 33

hurry up, bird brain, or I'll just disintegrate the cursed thing

DC 23 Will Save: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (17) + 13 = 30

Elena turns, futilely trying to grab ahold of the dagger and drag it from the air. She grunts and groans unable to move it.

Bronin you need to exercise more. Adder seems much fitter Despite the peril, she giggles.

Bronin! I didn’t know you did that kind of work...too!”

To which Bronin gets defensive.

Then seeing VestalElena having her dagger ripped from her, only to have it turn to threaten her, Bronin calls for someone to help, and rushes forward to try and break "through" using his shoulder while still having his hands cupping his privates.
Someone help VestalLena! the dagger is trying to stab her!
With shoulder leaning forward He charges the magical barrier......
THONG!!!

not expecting to break through, but roleplay text.

Round 2

Wren continues to concentrate on the mirror, unlocking its secrets as they come. Round 2 of 3.

This is just like one of *your* stories Wren, not mine.

"There is no shame in following your dreams, Bronin! You should be proud of them...though I don't know if you should make this a career choice!" Wren replies with worry.

"YOU'LL STARVE."

* * *

"...burn disintigrate burn..."

"Yes, if you must, Lena. We all do things our own way."

Sorry, I realized I wasn't clear above (actually, I feel like a post edit might not have taken, since I'm pretty sure I posted more of an explanation of the mirror for Whiskeyjack?):

Elena was disarmed at the end of Round 1/2. She still has a full action she can take for Round 1 (the dagger is floating in front of her, if she wants to grab back at it, or can try something else). She must attempt another DC 23 Will save at the start of her turn or be drawn into the mirror. She can avert her eyes, giving her a 50 percent chance of NOT having to make a save (she can roll; high is good

Whiskeyjack can also act in the full Round 1. But he must also attempt a Will save, as Elena above.

Will Save DC 23: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (14) + 13 = 27

Elena grabs ahold of the dagger floating in the air and tries once more to slam it into the glass. I will be of use to the group. Not just some barmaid. I will not die here.

You can give me a disarm attempt to wrest the dagger back from what grabbed it.

Disarm: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

Bother

With a quick cast, Lena disintegrates the mirror. A green beam strikes it.

disintigrate: 28d6 ⇒ (3, 1, 5, 4, 5, 6, 3, 3, 2, 1, 5, 3, 4, 4, 2, 5, 2, 1, 2, 5, 1, 2, 1, 3, 2, 6, 6, 5) = 92 DC 23 fort, if needed

Sorry, I realized I wasn't clear above (actually, I feel like a post edit might not have taken, since I'm pretty sure I posted more of an explanation of the mirror for Whiskeyjack?):

Elena was disarmed at the end of Round 1/2. She still has a full action she can take for Round 1 (the dagger is floating in front of her, if she wants to grab back at it, or can try something else). She must attempt another DC 23 Will save at the start of her turn or be drawn into the mirror. She can avert her eyes, giving her a 50 percent chance of NOT having to make a save (she can roll; high is good

Whiskeyjack can also act in the full Round 1. But he must also attempt a Will save, as Elena above.

So, this is a 2nd will save for Whiskeyjack?

will: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (3) + 16 = 19

Whiskeyjack didn't hesitate any longer. If Lena was going to try and destroy the mirror with magic, then he was goign to do so with his hammer. With his mightiest swing, he aimed at the edge...just in case.

magic B damage: 1d10 + 6 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 + 6 = 22

It would have been a second save, yes: One when the mirror was revealed and then another at the start of each turn. But it's a moot point, now.

Just before Whiskeyjack can react, Lena decides to stop waiting for Wren to figure the mirror out and take matters into her own hands. A quick spell sends a beam of green light toward the mirror, which is instantly transformed into glittering dust in a pile on the floor. Next to it, the naked forms of Bronin and Adder reappear and Potpie, who at least has the dignity of his feathers to protect his modesty.

Unfortunately, it appears they weren't alone in the mirror. Three other forms -- muscular, violet creatures that walk upon elephantine feet with large, razor-sharp horns cover its body -- also appear! They look around and snarl, clearly ready to battle!

Meanwhile, as Elena tries to grab her dagger to prepare for the new fight, it slashes at her, cutting into her flesh 8 hp.

Sorry, will update map asap; I've got to get set up for work now.

oops

Awe dang! Bronin tries to duck and dodge away from the claws of the demons. Looking for his weapons and small clothes. He dodges, still cupping his privates so as to be as prudish as possible given this titanic situation.

"YOU'LL STARVE."

Wren looks shaken, both by what she sees and by what it must mean: she was wrong. But she's a big enough bird to admit when she's made a mistake. She yells across the battlefield at Bronin, her apology.

"I'm sorry Bronin! I was wrong! You're doing great as a naked dancer! You've attracted some very horny friends already!" Wren looks at the demons and tries to identify them.

1d20 + 24 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 24 + 2 = 40 Know (Planes-them horned demons)

Wren ponders her next magical assault, squawking aloud on how to best beat the foes. DRs? SRs? Special attacks?

Adder rolls to his sword and picks it up, avoiding Bronin's new friends.

Wren knows the demons resist weapons that aren't good-aligned, are immune to electricity and poison, resist acid, cold, fire, and magic. They have a powerful charge with their horns, which can also catch weapons and yank them away from opponents. More worrisome they can attempt to enslave the soul of any mortal creature they can see within 60 feet. If they do, the creature suffers tremendously against that kalavakus, and if the demon slays it, the soul immediately infuses the demon's body, healing it.

Whiskeyjack called upon the power of Angradd to infuse his attacks, waited until a spot opened in front of the horny demons, then charged in with shield raised.

Swift to burn fervor to case Divine Power on self, then charge in with Bull Rush to open a gap. Ideally pushing cyan back and taking its place.

bull rush, dp: 1d20 + 15 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 15 + 1 + 4 = 34

Round 1

Wren sees the problem clearly, and tries her best to help.

”This won’t hold them long!” she screeches as she sets up a Wall of Force between the good guys and the bad guys, knowing it’s a temporary hold.

Wren will then fly about 15’ north and east.

”Lena, Elena, they are going to pop this way after they discover that wall.”

Round 1

Wren sees the problem clearly, and tries her best to help.

”This won’t hold them long!” she screeches as she sets up a Wall of Force between the good guys and the bad guys, knowing it’s a temporary hold.

Wren will then fly about 15’ north and east.

”Lena, Elena, they are going to pop this way after they discover that wall.”

** spoiler omitted **

Is this before or after I just blew a hole in their lines?

Is this before or after I just blew a hole in their lines?

Based on the initiative, I think it’s before. Sorry/not-sorry. I dunno.

Elena jerks back from the dagger as it slices at her hand. A thin line of red begins to for as blood drips from her palm. "Fine, you stay there."

Gripping the blood Elena uses it as a catalyst for a very powerful spell. The shadows around her swirl and congeal together as they begin to manifest into being.

Cast Greater Shadow Conjuration for Summon Monster VI (Azata, Lillend)

Bronin lunges for his boxer briefs small clothes. Putting on the athletic supporter with a quick pull up, and then reaching down to hoist up the Longsword and short sword.
He looks up and sees VestalLena.

Gripping the blood Elena uses it as a catalyst for a very powerful spell. The shadows around her swirl and congeal together.

Bronin's eyes go wide.

What? A force wall. fine, a little support magic then. I have been wanting to try this

Lena moves up and casts firebrand on Whiskeyjack, Bronin, Adder and (sigh) the chicken

What happens. You all get a firey rune pop up on your forehead. It shines as bright as a torch.

Don't panic. It is not going to hurt you. It will make your weapons catch alight, and my fire spells will not hurt you now. Expect many fire spells. You know me. Bronin did you know there is a hole in the back of your pants? Focus, focus. Get ready for them to teleport to attack.

Whiskeyjack pulled himself up short at Wren's wall of force, turning to glare at the elf. Instead of charging in, he instead moved into the center of the forward lines and cast a protection spell among them all.

[ooc]Protection from Evil, Communal, spread among Whiskeyjack, Adder, Bronin, and Potpie.

A hole in my shorts? Where?! Where?!
Bronin thinks as he tries to look behind himself, but genetic structure makes it impossible to check out his own butt while holding swords in both hands.
Focus? How can I focus after you just told me I have holes in my clothes?! This is me, totally unfocused and with a rune on my forehead. Did I mention I'm unfocused.

great spell Vladlena.@gm I'll post my abysmal AC. Probably 14 or 15 at the most while in my skivys and no rings or cloaks. That's with Prot from evil bonus included.

Bronin, I'll let you grab both swords. I think we're absolutely stretching Lunge and Quick Draw, but you guys are high level and you've invested feats, so I'll allow.

The party jumps into action, albeit in haphazard fashion, with Bronin and Adder dashing for their weapons. The latter tries to duck away from the demons, but unfortunately misjudges his needs without his gear and takes a couple of slashes from the demons' claws 9 hp and 11 hp

Before they can do anymore harm, though, Wren's spell erects a wall, cutting the demons off from the group and startling Potpie, which lets out an annoyed squawk. Elena, meanwhile, gives up on her dagger and begins casting ... but her dagger isn't done with her! It slashes her again, distracting her from her casting. 7 hp damage, plus will need a concentration check to maintain the spell

Whiskeyjack and Lena follow their leads, casting their own spells as the demons realize they're cut off. As Wren expected, the demons take a dim view of the situation and quickly cast their own spells, appearing with a small pop of air on the other side, where they prepare to resume the briefly interrupted battle.

Party is up.

focus on keeping your pants on!

Lena casts a double fireball

Fire incoming cast where red demon and blue demon meet

quickened fireball: 10d6 ⇒ (4, 6, 5, 1, 2, 6, 5, 3, 6, 3) = 41

empowered fireball: 10d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 5, 5, 6, 1, 5, 3, 3, 4) = 39 x1.5=57

reflex DC 21 for half

you know, being in the middle of all this fire might be stress-inducing. Heh

Wren, per this post would have squawked a reminder that they are resistant to fire.

Wren ponders her next action, a leverage of magic exactly where it might be needed.

focus on keeping your pants on!

Bronin hears Lena and he knows what she's alluding to.

Bronin, turns and faces the demon next to him, finally being in a situation where he has some control.
Demon, I'm having a bad day, and you pop'd into the wrong place at the wrong time.
He starts to swing at the demon.

post attack rolls late tonight. I have herolab on another CPU

Concentration DC 17: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (13) + 22 = 35

Elena maintains her concentration, though her face is still very, very red and Bronin's nudity among the battlefield. The spell only completes thanks to her great concentration.

A seductively winged, elven woman appears on the battlefield next to Elena. Her bottom half a snake's tail wrapped tightly around the witch as if it were a part of her own shadow. It begins to sing a haunting melody that stirs your emotions.

Bardic Performance for Inspire Courage +2

Potpie, now wreathed in flames does what he does best and slays demons. The gnome sized chicken leaps into the air. One eye looking left and the other eye looking south it pecks. Moved in between the two demons.

Bite; Battleform (Red); Inspire: 1d20 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 8 + 2 = 25
Damage: 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 2 = 11
Fire Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Round 2

Wren does what she can, knowing that she can’t do much for naked men. I mean, not anything in combat. Not much in combat. Out of combat she may or may not have done lots with naked men and others.

For right now, she will cast Haste into the center of the horny orgy, targeting her allies and excluding the demons.

Haste:+1 to all the things, you know the deal. Yadayadayada.

Bronin feels the added thrum of the music and the effects of Wren's magics. He slashes and slashes.

Hitpoints: 153/153 and AC 17 (Dex Dodge Haste Prot Evil. )

Adder ignores his unarmored state and begins swinging at the demon between him and the lillend, trusting Whiskeyjack and Potpie to deal with the other two.

Swift to study all three, Full to haste attack green.

Attack #1: 1d20 + 26 ⇒ (13) + 26 = 39
Damage: 2d4 + 25 ⇒ (1, 3) + 25 = 29
Sneak Attack: 4d6 ⇒ (3, 6, 6, 3) = 18
Fire: 1d6 ⇒ 6

Haste Attack #2: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (10) + 22 = 32
Damage: 2d4 + 25 ⇒ (4, 1) + 25 = 30
Sneak Attack: 4d6 ⇒ (4, 6, 5, 1) = 16
Fire: 1d6 ⇒ 6

Attack #3: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (17) + 17 = 34
Damage: 2d4 + 25 ⇒ (2, 3) + 25 = 30
Sneak Attack: 4d6 ⇒ (1, 1, 1, 1) = 4
Fire: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Attack #4: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (2) + 12 = 14
Damage: 2d4 + 25 ⇒ (3, 4) + 25 = 32
Sneak Attack: 4d6 ⇒ (6, 4, 5, 6) = 21
Fire: 1d6 ⇒ 1