Game Day VII 4-22 Glories of the Past p1. Halls of Dwarven Lore (Inactive)

Game Master Kyle "Worg" H

Lorain used the fame to gather more information as to what is going on in the town, as it might come in handy.

Gather Information: 1d20 + 26 ⇒ (8) + 26 = 34

Boftil, his general disposition and outlook seemingly improved by the events of their last mission, seems troubled and displeased with how things have turned out of late.

He wanderers around muttering to himself and nervously gripping and ungripping the handle of his longhammer. It looks like he might just explore into a rage at any moment and is barely holding himself together.

Daedîn smiles and bows but, in general shrugs off the accolades...like Flora, he is more concerned about Ploog following up on his promises now that they've fulfilled their end...

After the uncomfortable session of becoming heroes of Urglin, you make your way with the caravan to the Bloodworks. The orcs seem to have spotted you from afar, as they have made the preparations to load in the bulette into their arena's cells.

They grunt at each other in Orcish, and then one says, "The Boss is willing to see you."

The orcs take you back up to the viewing room where Ploog is. Once again...

Ploog sits at his desk, a smile on his face showing satisfaction. Next to him is an orc who is bound in chains and cuffs with a set of Masterwork Manacles on his wrists.

"Well done... You have made the arena much more profitable with one of our star attractions being back on the schedule. I suppose its time to keep up my end of the bargain and let you meet a guide." He motions his hand towards the bound orc.

"This is my property; Gulros. Now that you have met him... My part of the bargain is done." He says, with a smile.

He leans back in his desk, quite clearly aware of your expressions of anger and betrayal. "Perhaps you failed to understand the nature of our bargain, Pinkskins. You brought me a bulette, and I introduced you to the best guide around. That guide, however, is still my property, and I won't let you touch or speak to him out of turn."

He spares a moment to pick at one of his lower canines in thought before continuing. “If you wish to purchase him, of course, I would be open to negotiating a second favor—one far less troublesome and time-consuming. In return, the slave will be yours to do as you wish. Interested?”

What say you, Pathfinders?

Pretty sure wed know about the trap door after the first trip? Also I’m ready to kill this orc.

Pretty sure wed know about the trap door after the first trip?

Daedin usually makes a conscious effort to spot traps, so this is me helping prevent a roll that could be a good number later.

Also I’m ready to kill this orc.

Oh, I know. :)

Intimidate: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (13) + 19 = 32
" Well now, seems to me that you are now going to release him to us as we have honored our end of the deal. If you do not wish to, then we might be able to find another one for you at a later date...if we feel like we should. Flora, if Ploog does not, please put the creature out of it's miserable existence, that is the least we can do." Lorian said with a serious look. " Your choice as to which one." he added with a wicked smile.

Assist: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (11) + 15 = 26 34

Thorek’s face brightened. ”Aye. If he’s twisting words, there’s nay dishonor in doing so either. Never said we wouldn’t put it down after bringing it here. Besides, it was easy enough for us to bring it down. Took us all of twelve seconds after finding it. So nay skin off our backs.”

"Give us a reason ta twist somethin' 'sides our words, I dare ya!" Boftil glowers at the sneaky orc, his hand firmly gripping his hammer's handle.

Intimidate (aid): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

If I read correctly, we no longer have control of the landshark...

With the contentious back-and-forth discussion, Daedîn makes a subtle step out of the trap radius, hand on his bow...

"After deceiving us 'bout the landshark, why should we believe you'd honor another proposition? Why we can't fight our way through this city, we just might be able to kill you before we die...after all, we did capture a landshark..."

Aid Another (Intimidation): 1d20 - 2 ⇒ (13) - 2 = 11

He maintains his composure, and sits back at his desk. "Perhaps, but the way I look at it, you are currently the heroes of this city. The champions who beat captured a bulette alive. So I have one final deal for you if you want the guide."

"Why not take your new-found fame and make yourselves legends in Urglin? Fight in the arena, exit alive as champions, and gain the guide. Want to know how the deal is better? Winner takes the loot of the defeated." He says, and points to a painting at the wall.

"Vroth the Crusher has claimed many warriors, and therefore his treasure trove is actually quite a collection." The painting shows the ettin smashing a bunch of humanoids in armor, dust and debris flying everywhere.

"I'll even let you rest for a day before your championship debut. All-in-all, thats a good deal. You win a fight, become champions, gain the guide, and keep the spoils, and then you leave the city as legends and richer for it, both treasure and Gulros."

Heres where you can make a decision, Pathfinders. What would you like to do?

Daedîn shrugs, not trusting the Orc to honor this deal any more than he did the other...

"It would seem we don't have much of a choice...but after we kill this Ettin, if you fail to honor your new deal with the Heroes of Urglin, as you call us, we will call you out in the Arena in front of your fellow citizens..."

”A good deal for this orc. We do his dirty works and now he gets a chance to kill us! I expected nothing less. Luckily that Bulette was too easy for us. Maybe this will be more fun.”

He glared at the orc, meaningfully.

"If it means I get to hit somethin', then I'm in, although I'm sorta hopin' you'll reneg again so that we have an excuse to call ya into the Arena like Daedin said!" Boftil grunts, the look of disgust clear on his face.

"Well then let us rest for a moment before we show them our art!"

"It should be quicker this time since we do not have to keep it alive." Lorian said. " What kind of odds are you giving?" he added.

After a day of rest, you all awake to find that the city has been plastered with posters and flyers of your team against Vroth the Crusher.

Flora starts the day with 3 burn, 2 to power her wood flesh to the maximum, 1 to refill her internal buffer.

Thorek began by chanting the names of the fallen sky citadels, building up his hatred to a fever pitch. He had been dying to spill orc blood, and the time was finally coming.

Considering you know the time of your match, you all can adequately cast any 10m/level spells in preparation and have them active in your fight.

Flora would try to keep a charge of heightened awareness on her. (Each would last 10 minutes in case we aren't exact enough where I might need multiple charges.) I would end the spell to get the +4 init bonus.

Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (8) + 14 = 22
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (17) + 14 = 31
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (13) + 14 = 27

So yeah, as long as she is buffing within a certain hour, she would be able to have it active. Just let me know how many charges you think I should mark off.

Just 3 will be fine Flora. :)

Boftil doesn't have any buffs...he just gets very angry.

Daedîn checks his gear and nods that he's ready to go...

So does Matsu!

"Are we ready take on the Ettin?" Lorian asked the group, decked out in his fine clothes.

Will I be able to take my mount with me into battle?

@Lorian
Yes, you may take your mount into battle.

You are ushered into the Bloodworks, the orcs clearly excited to watch what may be one of the most exciting blood sports they could ever pay to view. Many male orcs drinking heavily and having large lines to ale vendors, many female orcs cat-calling the party.

Finally you enter the arena, and a large roar of cheers and chanting begin as you make your entrance.

Ploog stands before his throne and triumphantly salutes the crowd, which roars its approval. “People of Urglin, no doubt even now you have heard of the mighty Bulette Band, the brave pinkskins who walked into the wilderness and dragged back a mighty landshark. Today we shall see if their fame endures or if it will splatter to a gruesome end from the weapons of the reigning champion, victor of forty fights.”

As he makes his announcements, he walks down one of the sets of stairs, descending about halfway to the arena’s floor. The massive double doors begin to creak open as he waves toward them.

“Let us welcome the champion of the Bloodworks, Vroth the Crusher!” The spectators rise to their feet as one and begin banging on the bleachers and support beams with approval, causing parts of the crudely built arena to groan with strain.

With a broad grin, Ploog makes a chopping motion with his hand and exclaims, “Let’s see some blood!”

Round 1.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Vroth the Crusher(-0,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-0,Fine)
Orange Dire Wolf(-0,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)

Buffs: Divine Favor, cast as they walk in

Thorek raised his bow, an arrow knocked. He cared nothing for showmanship. The second the foe came out he was ready to shoot.

Can Thorek make a knowledge check? :3 He is an Inquisitor afterall. Not mandatory, just an option.
Also the Ettin is already out in this regard.

Map is currently up.

Knowledge! +2 studied target: 1d20 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 8 + 2 = 17

Flora's current initiative mod was +9, so she would have gone before Vroth anyways.

Flora pulls out one of her wands and calls a field of force to protect her (shield)

Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23

Knowledge (Local): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

Daedîn will fire twice at the Ettin...

To hit: Base/Dex, Weapon Focus, Magic, Precise Shot, Deadeye Bowman, Rapid Shot

Damage: Str, Magic

Longbow: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (15) + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 24 (vs. flat-footed AC)

Magic/Cold Iron Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 1 = 7

Longbow: 1d12 + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (10) + 9 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 19 (vs. flat-footed AC)

Magic/Cold Iron Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 1 = 9

...and then move 5' south to stand in front of Sindelle...

Lorian started to cheer on the group, giving a rousing plan of battle for defeating the foes. Turning his attention to the crowd, he tried to get them to cheer on his friends.

Standard action-Tactician: everyone gains precise strike for 3 rounds (+1d6 precise damage if you are flanking)
Move action-Inspiring command (Sound the charge): +1 competence bonus to attack/damage and +5' movement when you charge.
Free. Perform oratory to rouse the crowd (those that speak common)

Perform oratory: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (16) + 17 = 33

Surprised by the sudden outburst of action Matsu keeps his hand on his hilt.
Waiting for my turn

Practically exploding into action once the Ettin makes his appearance, Boftil's pent up frustrations are released in a roar as the burly dwarf charges across the arena, bringing 'Regret' up and over his head as he nears the two-headed giant. "Take this you big, ugly bastard!"

Controlled Rage +4STR, Power Attack, Inspiring Command, Charge
+1 Dwarven Longhammer: 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 + 2 = 31 Damage: 2d6 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (2, 3) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 = 22

+4 Dodge bonus to AC vs. giants, -2 from charge for a Current AC20.

Round 1.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-0,Fine)
Vroth the Crusher(-56,Fine)
Orange Dire Wolf(-0,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)

The Pathfinders begin their assault against Vroth the Crusher! He takes blow after blow, but is still standing and still ready to fight.

The Wolf to Vroth's right flank Green charges to the rest of the party, and makes its assault against Flora.

In spite of Flora's tough armor, the wolf manages to make a powerful snap with its bite and trip her!
Lucked on a Nat 20, but could not confirm the crit. Trip was 23vsCMD. 8 Damage to Flora.

Vroth, in his fury, swings twice at Boftil!

The other wolforange has an immediate target of Boftil, and tries to take a bite!

But in spite of its lunge at the dwarf, the wolf is unable to reach him with the flails being spun around.

Round 1 and 2.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-23,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Flora(-8,Tripped and Prone)
Green Doge Wolf(-0,Fine)
Vroth the Crusher(-56,Fine)
Orange Dire Wolf(-0,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)

Think you got me and Bof mixed up on damage tracker

* Enfilading Fire (+2 Hit)
* Studied Target (+2 hit +2 damage)
* Divine Favor (+3 hit +3 damage)
* Bane (+2 hit +2 damage +2d6 damage)
* Rapid Shot (-2 hit +1 attack)

Ettin Hit: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (10) + 15 = 25

Ettin Hit: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (15) + 15 = 30
Damage: 1d8 + 2d6 + 9 ⇒ (3) + (1, 6) + 9 = 19

Thorek fired two more arrows into the Ettin. The arrows sunk deep into it’s flesh, empowered by divine energy. Of concern though were the hounds...

Knowledge Nature: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28

Was there any way they could be calmed down without killing them?
Did they have any specific weaknesses?

Flora stands up (provokes), steps back and tosses an empowered wood blast at the doge. Using internal buffer to reduce the burn cost.

Wood Blast: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20 Damage: 4d6 + 14 ⇒ (3, 2, 3, 5) + 14 = 27 (40 damage total)

Round 2.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-23[before DR, 2 attacks],Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Flora(-8,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-40,Much Bloodied)
Vroth the Crusher(-95,Dying)
Orange Dire Wolf(-0,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)

Was there any way they could be calmed down without killing them?

You realize these Dire Wolves are trained by Vroth to not only kill someone, but to mangle their bodies while doing so. The skills required to change them to non-aggressive would be Wild Empathy.

Did they have any specific weaknesses?

You recall no specific weaknesses about Dire Wolves.

Flora stands up (provokes), steps back and tosses an empowered wood blast at the doge.

As Thorek launches two arrows into Vroth the Crusher, a wounded and angry cry escapes the two heads, and Vroth collapses into a heap on the ground.

The crowd lets out a roar of cheer and excitement as Vroth has been vanquished! His wolves, however, continue to fight to the death!

Daedîn will move 30' to get in point blank range of the orange dire wolf near Boftil and fire...

To hit: Base/Dex, Weapon Focus, Magic, Precise Shot, Deadeye Bowman, PBS, Rapid Shot

Damage: Str, Magic, PBS

Longbow: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 9 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 27

Magic/Cold Iron Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 1 + 1 = 9

After firing, the rogue peers up to the box with Ploog...

Percpetion: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31

...and notices the reaction...he points to his own eyes and then points directly at the Orc boss...

Perception: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (13) + 19 = 32

Thorek’s eyes narrowed as he saw the orc’s surprise. Just as he said, the orc did this to get them killed. He kept his eyes locked on the orc, sending a message that he might well be next if he continued to anger them.

As Ploog from his seat above sees that you are annoyed with him, he waves over an attendant he has. The attendant holds up a chalkboard, and then Ploog's eyes grow even wider, but he smiles with a renewed interest.

He looks down to Vroth the Crusher's fallen and limp form, and the attendant seems to be asking him a question while pointing at Vroth. Ploog just shows a disgruntled face at whatever the attendant said, and waves his hand in dismissing the conversation.

He stands from his seat and bellows through the megaphone.

"Ladies and gentlemen, you have seen it here! Vroth has been vanquished by the Bulette Band! They still have two fierce hounds to face, however! Will they make it out alive?!"

He seems to know the answer already, but he seems rather pleased with himself by it. You are not quite sure what that is about.

With a spit down onto the fallen form of the big ettin, Boftil instead turns his attention to the orange furred wolf, swinging his big hammer towards the wolf's head and then onto its back.

Controlled Rage, Power Attack, Inspiring Command
+1 Dwarven Longhammer: 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 = 25 Damage: 2d6 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (1, 1) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 = 19
Iterative Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 2 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 2 - 2 + 1 = 12 Damage: 2d6 + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (1, 6) + 7 + 3 + 6 + 1 = 24

Round 2.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-23,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Flora(-8,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-40,Much Bloodied)
Vroth the Crusher(-95,Dying)
Orange Dire Wolf(-28,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)

Daedin's arrow strikes into the wolf, and it becomes momentarily distracted by the pain. Boftil's hammer smashes into the wolf's head, but the wolf rears away before he can land a blow against its back!

Round 2.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-23,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Delayed)
Flora(-8,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-40,Much Bloodied)
Vroth the Crusher(-95,Dying)
Orange Dire Wolf(-28,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Delayed)
Matsu(-0,Delayed)

Just going to set a few people in delay, they can jump in whenever.

The doge wolf changes targets, and goes after the elven rogue out in the open!

The orange wolf attacks Boftil once again!

Doge wolf such miss. Much fail to hit.

The Dire wolf attacking Boftil, however, manages to connect his attack, but fails to trip Boftil under his feet!
Boftil takes 9 points of damage before DR.

Round 3.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-32,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Delayed)
Flora(-8,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-40,Much Bloodied)
Vroth the Crusher(-95,Dying)
Orange Dire Wolf(-28,Fine)
Sindelle(-0,Delayed)
Matsu(-0,Delayed)