GM Tyranius House on Hook Street (Inactive)

Game Master Tyranius

"That's funny. I could have sworn I saw you tweedle things out of magic devices in the past." You have UMD +4 which means you succeed on a 16, and may keep rolling until you either succeed or get a natural 1. In combat that does not help out much, but in this case you could very well be able to take advantage of the wand.

Grinner follows the party along, not having much new advice or input to offer. He is glad to have his comrades along for these tough fights.

"Let's finish exploring this place."

That closet looking deal is are slates that are locked shut used to let the Spider eaters outside for a meal. There really is nothing more up on this level :)

How about going back to second floor and trying door to the west of G2?

After a thorough examination of the rooms, Terry agrees.

"Looks like we're going down then."

Gerard waits for the others to lead on, and falls in line with them.

The group gathers their wits and belongings and heads back downstairs.

The floor in this chamber has almost totally collapsed, forming a jagged ledge around the room’s perimeter that seems held up only by sheets of dusty webs.

It is difficult to tell though the center of the room is the only collapsed part. The outer edges of the room remains to walk on.

Perception: 1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 10 + 2 = 14

"I think we should try the other door. Whatever spider made those webs, its got to be big or there's got to be lots of them.

He adds with venom, "Sneaky little bastards are probably hiding in there right now."

Perception. 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (10) + 12 = 22

"Something crashed right through this floor! Not sure if was a damaging spell or something really big was summoned, but this wasn't regular wear and tear, that's for sure. There are arcane glyphs left around...maybe some summoning spell or circle remnants."

Probably an orgre spider or some other monstrously large spider thing. Why? Why do they do this. Why did mom... Ack, why do I always try to figure out why. It just is what it is.

"Do we wish to explore the room? If so, I think a Fireball may be prudent before entering the web?"

I don't to walk into a room of webs, for one...

"Whoa there webbed one. This place is made of wood and is old. A fireball might ignite the spider webs and turn this place into an inferno."

I know a fireball is not supposed to damage inanimate objects but if I was GM I might make the call that in this case the webs would ignite. Tyranius? Is a fireball a safe option in this situation?

Grimnir looks into the web-filled room.

"Perhaps we shoods look aroond elsewhaur...I dornt fancy climbin' doon there if there ur better options," he says.

Why not try the next doorway to the south? Climbing into this looks kind of like a trap, which we have climbed into a few times already.

Using a source of fire actually is a known way to get rid of webs.A fireball is indeed a quick flash, though it is very intense heat so it might start the house on fire. Or it might not. :)

Reigan shrugs as Cherry foists the wand onto him. "Hmm... maybe." he says as he wings it around.

"Wiffle..." he says firmly.

UMD - DC 20: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

"Wiffle!" he says with a chipper tone.

UMD - DC 20: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

With a frown, Reigan looks at the wand intently. "Wifff....fle." he says suggestively as a pink aura erupts from the wand and coats Reigan, enhancing his reactions.

UMD - DC 20: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24

"Ah, I see now, Cherry. Thanks!" he says as he hands it back to the man.

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As the group discusses dying to fire, Reigan checks out the nearby door and room for traps. "Keep discussing guys. I'll figure out our next move."

Perception: 1d20 + 13 + 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 13 + (4) + 2 = 27

"Let's just take a torch to the webs in here. I don't trust a fireball in this room....we saw what it did on the street earlier."

Which door do mean Reigan?

Is that thing just north of me not a door?

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Grimnir grunts and lights up a torch.

"Burn it? I got ye," the dwarf says and begins burning the webs.

Reigan inspects the gate that leads to a tunnel within the Old Wall. This must be the tunnel that leads to Greeley's compound. The gate looks as if it can be opened with the winch near the door and no obvious traps seem to be present.

While Reigan inspects the gate and its corresponding mechanism Grimnir pulls out a torch and lights it. Moving into the room he waves it all about at the thick sheets of webbing.

The fire quickly takes hold and burns through the web like a forest fire. As it does the fire begins to take on a dull shade of oranges and reds. Grimnir begins to hear a chorus of whispers and flitting arcane symbols erupts throughout the chamber.

Everyone has 1 round of actions as the chorus of chants (Dream Haunt) begins then make the corresponding save below

Everyone needs to make a Dc 20 Will save or fall under the effects of a babble as you begin gibbering along with the profane chorus and become nauseated. Creatures within 30 feet of affected subjects must succeed at a DC 20 Will save or become fascinated for as long as the babble persists (8 rounds), even if they were unaffected by the initial effect.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23

Terry will cast Shield

Will ST: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

So Terry begins babbling and barfing.

Spellcraft 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 17

Will 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27

Gerard heard the awful sounds and fearing attack, casts Haste on the party.

Terry, before he starts casting his spell and babbling, says "Its some kind of creation spell. Get ready for company."

Grinner casts Bless.

Will Save: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19

He starts to babble.

BLESS IS UP

Will Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

A weird noise comes from Ginner's backpack.

Grimnir, hearing the chorus of whispers, plants his feet and prepares for battle.

"Another trap!"

will save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Defensive Stance (weapon to 10' reach). Also, I've been meaning to have my stone servant out with us, but keep forgetting during combat. I had summoned it before, so it should stay until I dismiss it. Is it okay if it's already here?

Grimnir, I think you need to make a second Will ST or be fascinated by us babblers.

will save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11 Ouch

Reigan invokes the blessing of the afterlife as a ghostly aura surrounds him, bolstering his protection against the impending haunt.

Will- Initial | DC 20: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (9) + 11 = 20

Will- Secondary | DC 20: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (11) + 11 = 22

As the ghostly spirits infuse his body, Reigan is protected from the babbling idiots around him. "What are you lot doing?!" he yells, slightly angry. "Plug your ears! "

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@Grimnir- That is fine

Gerard 2nd will save: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16

The group has little time to react as the haunt's eerie chorus begins. Half of the finds themselves babbling and chanting along with the chorus while the other half is extremely fascinated with the process.

Reigan alone is the only one to be able to resist the haunts effects as six small spiders rapidly climb up from below. This child-sized spider’s blue-and-yellow-striped abdomen shimmers as it scuttles along its gossamer web. A drop of thick purple venom drips from its mandibles.

Most of the spiders file hungrily into the room.

Active Party Buffs
Haste
Bless

Round 1
Grinner (Babble / nauseated 7 rnds remaining)
Grimnir (Fascinated 7 rnds remaining)
Reigan
Terry (Babble / nauseated 7 rnds remaining)
Gerard (Fascinated 7 rnds remaining)
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Spiders (DC 10 Knowledge Nature)
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will save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12 Looks like I'm allowed a new save with hostile creatures approaching. I have an extra +3 vs. spells or spell-like abilities...even if it applies, probably didn't make it.

Grimnir continues his fascinated vigil.

Seeing that Grimnir is unable to react to the incoming threat, Reigan scowls as he produces the hand crossbow from the sleeve of his new, dark green robe. "Spiders..." he mutters as he takes careful aim at the greenish one.

Thwang!

Hand Crossbow @ Green | Focused Shot/PBS/Studied Combat/Haste/Bless: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 = 34
Piercing Damage: 1d4 + 4 + 1 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 + 3 = 11

Hand Crossbow Crit Confirmation @ Green | Focused Shot/PBS/Studied Combat/Haste/Bless: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 = 28
Piercing Damage: 1d4 + 4 + 1 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 1 + 3 = 12

As the bolt slams into the greenish spider, Reigan tries to figure out the breed of insect. "Why did it have to be spiders?" he mutters as the creepy, eight-legged insects advance.

Kn. Nature: 1d20 + 9 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + 9 + (6) = 19

Reigan quickly takes out two of the tiny spiders with a bolt each. Reigan quickly recognizes the beasts as Dream Spiders. Their bites and iridescent webs both drain an individuals wisdom until the host is left a babbling fool.

Dream spiders lurk in dark places. In the jungles they spin their webs in the thick branches of the canopy above, skulk under mossy growths, or hide among fungal shelves jutting from giant trees. Dream spiders lay egg in lightless places and prefer to plant their brood in books above all. Libraries are often infested with dream spiders.

The spiders continue to scurry into the room and spray webs all about at Reigan.

Web vs Reigan AC 17: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4
Web vs Reigan AC 17: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Web vs Terry AC 24: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11
Web vs Terry AC 24: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

Webs coat and stick all over Reigan. Their iridescent hue makes his brain feel fuzzy.

Dc 11 Will save each round you are webbed or 1d6 Wisdom Damage

Active Party Buffs
Haste
Bless

Round 2
Grinner (Babble / nauseated 6 rnds remaining)
Grimnir (Fascinated 6 rnds remaining)
Reigan
Terry (Babble / nauseated 6 rnds remaining)
Gerard (Fascinated 6 rnds remaining)
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Dream Spiders
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@GM: Reigan's attack was a critical, not two separate attacks, so one spider didn't act.

Will get post up once I get home from work.

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Oh, this is bad.

Grinner tries to stand in the way so that Reigan can be protected.

Any obvious threat, such as someone drawing a weapon, casting a spell, or aiming a ranged weapon at the fascinated creature, automatically breaks the effect. A fascinated creature's ally may shake it free of the spell as a standard action.


So you can de-fascinate Grinner and/or Grimnir as a standard action if you are next to them, Reigan.

Will Save | Whispering Spirits: 1d20 + 8 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 8 + 3 = 25

Reigan, hit by the poison, easily overcomes the mind-affecting toxin and fires another bolt to take down the second spider that has come up behind them, choosing to kill each one inside of rousing the enraptured men.

They will only fall prey to the babbling ones once more while I can potentially kill one every few seconds. he thinks to himself.

Hand Crossbow @ Aqua/Cyan | Focused Shot/PBS/Studied Combat: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 9 + 1 + 3 = 15
Piercing Damage: 1d4 + 4 + 1 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 4 + 1 + 3 = 10

Entangled by the shimmering webs Reigan resists the effects of the iridescent webs, for now.

Though you resisted the webs effects you are still entangled.

Reigan quickly takes out another spider as his bolt barely strikes the underside of another spider.

With Reigan wrapped tightly the spiders quickly move in and bit at the still moving meal.

Orange Bite vs Reigan AC 15; webbed: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 13
Red Bite vs Reigan AC 15; webbed: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8
Blue Bite vs Reigan AC 15;webbed; flanking: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 2 = 10

The three spiders aren't yet able to penetrate his thicker skin.

Active Party Buffs
Haste
Bless

Round 3
Grinner (Babble / nauseated 5 rnds remaining)
Grimnir (Fascinated 5 rnds remaining)
Reigan (Entangled by web)
Terry (Babble / nauseated 5 rnds remaining)
Gerard (Fascinated 5 rnds remaining)
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Dream Spiders
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Seeing another spider fall, Reigan tries to resist the poison of the webs as he lines up another shot, expected the spiders to swarm him, but merely hoping that he can kill another.

Will Save: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (19) + 11 = 30

He resists the spider's latent web poison and aims for a vital spot on his studied target: the bluish dream spider. "Only three more..."

Provoke for ranged attack in melee from all three.

Hand Crossbow @ Blue | Focused Shot/PBS/Studied Combat/Studied Strike/Haste/Bless/Entangle: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (14) + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 - 4 = 25
Piercing Damage | Studied Strike: 1d4 + 4 + 1 + 3 + 2d6 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 + 3 + (3, 1) = 13

As he fires, the bolt lodges into the spider's abdomen, slaying it. "Yes..." he mutters in glee as he fends off the attacks.

Load another bolt; thus he provokes from both remaining spiders if they have Combat Reflexes.

"Burble blather dot to."

Terry will wander off heading back up the stairs.

"*Ribbit* Blobbler Blip Bloop."

Grinner stays where he is.

Once Terry is outside the rang of the other players he vomits onto the steps.

Sure am glad I didn't drink that brandy. Would have been a terrible waste.

Reigan continues to resist the magical effects of the colorful webs. As he fires his crossbow all three of the spiders continue to bite at him.

Orange AoO vs Reigan AC 15; flanking: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 1 + 2 = 18
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1+ Poison

Red AoO vs Reigan AC 15;: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 1 = 17
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1+ Poison

Blue AoO vs Reigan AC 15; flanking: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 1 + 2 = 12

Reigan is able to take out another spider as the remaining two continue to bite at his exposed skin.

Orange Bite vs Reigan AC 15; flanking: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 2 = 5

Red Bite vs Reigan AC 15; flanking: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 1 + 2 = 18
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3+ Poison

Poison- DC 15 Fort save or 1d4 Wis damage each round for 8 rounds as you were bit three times this round.

Terry slowly wanders away as he begins puking on the stairs and continues to babble.

Active Party Buffs
Haste
Bless

Round 4
Grinner (Babble / nauseated 4 rnds remaining)
Grimnir (Fascinated 4 rnds remaining)
Reigan (40/45; Entangled by web)
Terry (Babble / nauseated 4 rnds remaining)
Gerard (Fascinated 4 rnds remaining)
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Dream Spiders
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Poison Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21
Poison Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22
Poison Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (12) + 5 = 17

Reigan overcomes the poison with ease, despite his relatively weak constitution. As the dream spider web constricts him further, he curses as he compatriots seem to be unable to overcome their mind-affecting babbling. "Bloody idiots..."

Will Save: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (10) + 11 = 21

As he overcomes everything, the detective decides that killing the spiders is his only prerogative at this point. So he takes aim, endures a few more bites from the spiders, and shoots another one.

Hand Crossbow @ Red | Focused Shot/PBS/Studied Combat/Studied Strike/Haste/Bless/Entangle: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (3) + 9 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 - 4 = 14
Piercing Damage | Studied Strike: 1d4 + 4 + 1 + 3 + 2d6 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 + 3 + (4, 3) = 18

After firing, he reloads his crossbow before the spiders can retaliate.

Provoke from both as he fires in melee.

"Are we bloody idiots, or are the idiots bloody?!?" Grimnir babbles.

Grinner continues to stand there.

Terry walks back to the door, stares into the room, puke dribbling down his chin, and says very firmly, "Teensie weensie spider, weensie wants a whong." and waggles his finger at one of the spiders.

Gerard stands silently, wondering when he will have to wake up and go to school.

The spiders bite at Reigan as he continues to fire at such close range.

Orange AoO vs Reigan AC 15: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 2 = 4
Red AoO vs Reigan AC 15: 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 1 + 2 = 19
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1 + Poison

Reigan takes out another spider as his bolt tears through the ccenter of it.

The remaining spider continues to bite before Reigan finally kills the final spider.

Red AoO vs Reigan AC 15: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21
Confirm Crit: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 4 + Poison

DC 13 Fort save or 1d4 Wis damage each round for 6 rounds.

After several moments the chanting wears off as the dream haunt that tore into this reality finishes, releasing all from it's grasp.