GM Tektite's PFS #05-05 The Elven Entanglement (Inactive)

Game Master Hawkwen Agricola

Glaurung has a UMD of +7 so she couldn't T10 and would have to roll, which is risky.

I can contribute by carrying Amira's body, that's about it.

The man smiles at Gannus and says..You all look a bit worse for the wear, Perchance did you fail to prepare? Your skill is in question,
I've got a suggestion... Just go wander the 'briar in fear!..while doing a little jig in front of the party as he eyes Glaurung with a mischievous glance.

Stuff to heal ability damage?

Nope; it'd've been on the table after encounter 1 if I did.

I can contribute by carrying Amira's body, that's about it.

If some of the bars can be handled extradimensionally... Toshi shakes his head at the idea. "It is fine, Gannus-san. I can handle the unconscious Amira. However, this is a good thing that the disc is continuing to follow. She also, if necessary, was many parts of the gear that might be useful for you all."

The man continues his rhyming jig. You lot are no fun. Demon got your tongue? No need for offense, they call me ol' Vinst.

"What do you want, goat man?"

"Už jsem vám řekl, co chci."

"Well, Vinst, what are you doing in this place? Tell us about yourselves. We're here to rescue some elves, perhaps you've seen them or heard about them? They were taken by a demon named Fihralz or something like that."

New Diplomacy? I rolled one above already.

I am going to make this the somewhat cliff note version.

Vinst eyes glow red as he turns at Gannus' comment. Watch yourself boy, with me you don't toy... He then turns to Glaurung, eyeing her with hungry eyes. I desire nothing more than lively conversation and...company.

After some coy words, the satyr and gnome disappear behind one of the standing stones (since five feet away from the circle is the tainted swamp) and the party is subjected to an uncomfortable twenty minutes. After having taken one for the team, so to speak, Gluarung reemerges followed by a grinning Vinst. Well that is what I consider good company! He says with a grin, then touches a rune on his hide armor, causing a full grown bear to appear. Meet Brouce! He isn't much for conversation and certainly can't offer the company your wee gnome has! Now what can ol' Vinst do to help you folks? Your friendly gnome here explained that you are heading to see terrible Fihralaz! I can tell you how to get there and I may be able to heal some of your wounds. He glances at Amira. She's a lively one ain't she?

Vinst has a CLW, a CMW, and a Lesser Restoration prepared that he would be willing to cast..

"Can you heal her?" Gannus nods to Amira.

Toshi nods at the comment. "She is indeed very arive. Just unconscious and cannot move."

Vinst grins and walks over to Amira while muttering mantra's in Sylvan. He then touches Amira with a glowing hand.

I'll let you guys roll the Restoration

Taking the metaphorical initiative.

1d4 ⇒ 2

Amira, now not at 2 strength, awakens with an incredible soreness. "Uuuugh... what's... what's going on?"

"Ay, this one has been 'convinced' to help us by healin' you."

Toshi nods, having a full grasp on the situation. "You were not moving, but then the bear-goat-gnome-love man did magic and you are now awake." Toshi nods. "Yes."

Amira looks to the creature while getting up. "What did you use? I am, by the rights of Abadar, required to reimburse you for your services." She looks around at the forest. "I'm going to assume you don't have a Branch around here to cash a money request?"

Kn to ID: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (1) + 12 = 13 Assuming nature, but is apparently still delirious from getting knocked out, so never mind!

"I really need to teach Toshi proper syntax for describing things. I have no clue where he got the word 'love' in there from..."

Another tale you'll have to tell now, Glaurung. LOL
And I loved the "uncomfortable twenty minutes" remark, GM. :-)

Many thanks for helping us in an hour of need, Vinst. We would indeed be grateful for some guidance in finding Fihralaz.

"Many thanks for helping our cleric. Any help or directions would be advantageous to our cause."

Diplomacy if needed: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

convinced

Flatly: "Superb."

She returns to speaking with the unidentified creature. "Agreed. While I am grateful for the magical aid, I am far more comfortable in the city and would like to return as soon as possible."

Diplomacy, also if needed, I suppose, Trade Domain Power: 1d20 + 22 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 22 + 5 = 31

Glaurung walks out from the behind the stone straightening her robes and detracting her claws. Only twenty minutes? Is that all he's got? This boy's an amateur. I was only getting warmed up.

Walking away, Glaurung seems inordinately obstinate that she walk behind Gannus.

Vinst gives the party directions for the most direct route to the demon's lair. Watch out for that Fihralaz, he's a mean old cur, even for a demon. I hear that his lair is almost all swamp and is infested with leech swarms and other foul critters. Be careful if you do nothing else. He bids the party farewell, while trying to extract a promise from Glaurung to return and visit with him again.

Once again healed and somewhat patched up, the party delves into the "Briar" again and after an hours time, come to the place indicated by the elves' directions.

The damp yet firm ground of Tanglebriar gradually descends toward expanses of standing water. Although suspended sediment and matted heaps of decaying plant material obscure the swamp’s bottom, trees and reeds are still numerous here, suggesting the water cannot be terribly deep. In places, concentrations of plants have trapped silt and organic matter to create miniature islands amid the dark expanse of water.

Gannus will take a look around.

1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

"Ay, I wonder where that demon is?"

"I've got one Fly, who wants it?"

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Before heading into the swamp, Glaurung casts several spells on herself:

Fly, Bull's Strength, False Life, Enlarge Person, and Shield Companion (on her 'ceremonial dagger')

temporary HP: 1d10 + 9 ⇒ (2) + 9 = 11

Samhain also looks about for the demon supposed to be residing here.

Perception: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (19) + 21 = 40

To the offer of Fly, Samhain says "No thank you. However, it's not a bad idea."

My version only lasts 5 minutes, so I'll be waiting till we're actually in the thick of it before activating.

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Edging closer to the swamp, the party sees an immense slab of rock covered in algae and lichen protrudes through the suffocating canopy of leaves. The trees that grow near it sway intermittently as if pushed by a strong wind, but the movement is actually caused by the convulsions of a half dozen four-foot-long chrysalises of gooey, gray silk that hang from the tree boughs. Hanging from other branches are pieces of elven armor, broken weapons, and other trophies from battlefields. Several mementoes are still slick with partially congealed blood and buzzing with flies. Samhain and Hawthorne notice a shape in the swamp that looks rather ominous, perhaps like a hiding demon...and suddenly it moves in the water, standing and bellowing at the party!

Initiative:
Glaurung
Fihralaz the demon!
Gannus
Amira
Samhain
Hawthorne

Samhain and Hawthorne have a surprise action!

MAP

Most of the bog is shallow water and therefore difficult terrain. The darker green spots are high enough to be considered normal terrain. The blue outlines spots are deep bog/swimming holes.

"Ah, there it is."

Samhain puts a hand to his chest, activating his armour's power.

Celestial Armour. Flying time.

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Just realized I forgot to call out re-blanching my glaive. Any chance you're willing to ret-con that, GM?

Regardless, Hawthorne will fire at the demon using cold iron arrows with Deadly Aim.
attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (14) + 10 = 24
damage: 1d8 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18

Not within 30 feet so no sneak dice, alas.

No problem with the blance Hawthorne, don't forget the deepsheen.

Samhain activates his armor!

Hawthorne fires an arrow at the demon, but misses by about four inches.

Glaurung!

Glaurung flies up towards the demon and breaths out another burst of acid, summoning the power of a black dragon.

60' line acid: 9d6 ⇒ (6, 3, 5, 4, 5, 1, 3, 4, 3) = 34
Ref DC 17 for half.

1d20 ⇒ 15

Glaurung lifts into the air and moves toward the demon, unleasheing a gout of acid. The demon dodges the acid and manages to avoid it entirely!

The demon moves toward the party, bellowing foul curses! As the demon nears, Glaurung smells a horrific stench!

Glaurung Fort Save vs DC 26: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

The little gnome is overcome by the smell and becomes nauseated!

The demon then utters something in Abyssal and points at the party! A multicolored explosion of leaping, ricocheting energy appears in the midst of the group!

5d8 ⇒ (8, 2, 1, 3, 6) = 20

Amira Will vs DC 19: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27
Gannus Will vs DC 19: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 9 = 10
Hawthorne Will vs DC 19: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (14) + 11 = 25
Samhain Will vs DC 19: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18

Amira and Hawthorne take half damage. (10 pts)
Gannus and Samhain take full damage and are slowed!

Caveat: If you are neither Lawful or Neutral, you take quarter (or half) damage and are not slowed.

Initiative:
Glaurung
Fihralaz the demon!
Gannus
Amira
Samhain
Hawthorne

Party up!

MAP

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

Samhain flies 10 feet off the ground and over to get a clear shot. Shooting a cold iron arrow at the beast, he hopes it won't do whatever that was again.

Deadly Aim: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
Cold Iron Arrow: 1d8 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15
+2 for Favored Enemy Outside (evil) if applicable

Samhain you should be slowed.

Ah yes. You are right. Sorry, forgot about that bit. Thought it was just half movement. Ignore the arrow, then.

Glaurung pulls out her magical longspear and casts a spell at the demon.

SR: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 9 + 2 = 14
magic missile!: 5d4 + 5 ⇒ (4, 3, 4, 3, 4) + 5 = 23

Well since I'm Neutral I take 1/2 right? It only has the whole effect if you're lawful.

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Gannus will just double move through the bog while drawing a blade.

Well since I'm Neutral I take 1/2 right? It only has the whole effect if you're lawful.

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If that be the case, I'd have taken half as well with no slowed condition.

Well since I'm Neutral I take 1/2 right? It only has the whole effect if you're lawful.

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Gannus will just double move through the bog while drawing a blade.

That is correct, read it wrong. My bad, carry on.

No problem. Happens.

So..I think the damage breakdown is:
Amira- 10 pts
Hawthorne- 5 pts
Gannus- 10 pts
Samhain- 10 pts
NO one is slowed!

@Gannus: I can't remember exactly where you were, but the dark green, like where you are standing, is elevated and therefore normal terrain, so you may be able to move further.

Samhain does'nt know what the spell was, but lifts off the ground and fires an arrow, missing by about a foot!

Glaurung casts a spell and sends arcane bolts at the demon, but they don't appear to penetrate!

Gannus moves closer to the foul spawn of the Abyss!

Hawthorne and Amira!

Oh, yes, I did forget about the deepsheen. Skip the blanch, then.
Kn (planes, I assume): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15
also have dungeoneering and nature at +10, not that it matters much with that roll...

Hawthorne lets another cold iron arrow fly...
shot: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16
dmg: 1d8 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14
or that roll, for that matter. >.<

...then drops his bow, Quick Draws his glaive, and pulls out a vial of deepsheen for his glaive.

Done.

I'm perfectly fine with saying you applied to deepsheen before entering the swamp.

Amira?

Amira will retreat into the air within 30 feet of the front line, primarily to activate her Decoy Ring (prd link in profile)

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Hawthorne fires another arrow, but it goes way wide!

Amira lifts into the air, staying near the front line!

The demon moves up and stabs at Glaurung and Gannus with a wicked looking harpoon!

Attack vs Gannus: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (6) + 23 = 29
Damage: 2d6 + 16 ⇒ (6, 6) + 16 = 28

Attack vs Glaurung: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (19) + 18 = 37
Damage: 2d6 + 16 ⇒ (4, 3) + 16 = 23

Attack vs Glaurung: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (11) + 13 = 24
Damage: 2d6 + 16 ⇒ (4, 4) + 16 = 24

Crit Confirm vs Glaurung: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (15) + 18 = 33
Crit Damage: 2d6 + 16 ⇒ (5, 2) + 16 = 23

Fihralaz stabs into Gannus, then savages the gnome with the harpoon.

Suddenly, three tiny, winged creatures with ram's horns appear around the back party members and attack!

Attack vs Hawthorne: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Damage: 1d4 - 1 ⇒ (1) - 1 = 0

Attack vs Amira: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18
Damage: 1d4 - 1 ⇒ (2) - 1 = 1

Attack vs Samahin: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
Damage: 1d4 - 1 ⇒ (1) - 1 = 0

Then out of the water, a giant leech looking creature attacks Gannus!

Attack vs Gannus: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Party up!

MAP

Samhain feels the whiff of something pulling on the fabric across his back. He turns to see the little critter. "Well hello there." He floats a 5-foot-step away, trying to place this creature as well.

Knowledge (Planes) assumed: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3 (+2 more if evil outsider. Can't be too careful)

But his mind is too addled that he can't think straight.

Well, maybe I can shoot straight.

He looses several arrows at the tiny creature closest to him.

Deadly Aim Manyshot: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (1) + 12 = 13(+2 if Evil Outsider)
Cold Iron Arrows: 2d8 + 14 ⇒ (3, 8) + 14 = 25(+4 if Evil Outsider)

Iterative: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27(+2 if EO)
Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16
Cold Iron: 1d8 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14(+2 if EO)
In the off chance 16/18 confirms: 2d8 + 14 ⇒ (8, 3) + 14 = 25(+4 more if EO) more

After he hits the tiny thing, he tells his owl to defend Amira by distracting the thing.

He goes over and harries the demon harrying Amira.
Distract: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23 from above.
On a hit, target is shaken.

Ouch. Super ouch. 32/91 HP currently.

Glaurung flies back a few feet to avoid the demon. She then casts another spell and again summons the power of a black dragon to her aid.

SR check: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15

60' line of acid: 9d6 ⇒ (5, 6, 2, 3, 1, 3, 2, 3, 6) = 31
DC 17 Ref for half

At the same time, what at first appeared to be a bejeweled blade on Glaurung's belt suddenly comes to life, shimmering and writhing until it transforms into a hideous, red-eyed serpent. As it does so, it casts a spell on the demon.

SR: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

DC 15 Will save or suggested to stand still and stop attacking.

I am burning through more spells on this character than I ever have in a scenario. Which is a good thing. But man, playing up has been pretty rough for old Glau.

Edit: oh, so the familiar gets a nat 20 on its SR check but the mother f~$!ing sorceress doesn't.

Also I just realized that I couldn't have cast magic missile last round because I was nauseated but it fizzled anyways so no difference except a 1st level spell back.

Gannus steps forward ignoring the leech and tries to topple the big demon.

Knockdown: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (9) + 18 = 27 Since I need it, I will Strength Surge for 10 more so 37 and he'll take 8 physical if it works.

He then stabs the demon as well.

Iterative, Prone: 1d20 + 16 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 16 + 4 = 26

1d6 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17

Fine with me. Deepsheen applied to glaive before coming into the swamp.

Kn (planes): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (19) + 10 = 29
Hawthorne grips his glaive, five foots away from the new demons, then uses his dimension door SLA to pop onto the other side of Swamp Thing.

kn pl on minis: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (19) + 12 = 31 sp atk, sp def, HP (if pieces)

Amira will fly up behind the gnome, wanting to believe they don't have See Invis permanent and just hoy really lucky last round (provokes). She casts a Dispel Magic Cure Serious Wounds! csw: 3d8 + 10 ⇒ (4, 4, 4) + 10 = 22

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