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

Game Master Kyle "Worg" H

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

Green Hit: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (16) + 13 = 29

Green Hit: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28
Damage: 1d8 + 2d6 + 7 ⇒ (8) + (2, 4) + 7 = 21

Thorek, having been lucky enough to deliver the killing blows to the Ettin, pointed at the orc lord. He then pointed at the hound, and put two arrows into it. Doing so, he roared ”Keep yer bargain, orc!”

COMBAT IS OVER.
Battlefield Conditions: None
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-32,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Delayed)
Flora(-8,Fine)
Green Doge Wolf(-58,Much Dead)
Vroth the Crusher(-95,Dying)
Orange Dire Wolf(-49,Unconcious)
Sindelle(-0,Delayed)
Matsu(-0,Delayed)

Thorek changes the aim of his second arrow when he sees the Doge wolf go down at the first shot. The second shot manages to take down the Dire wolf also.

The audience erupts into a roar of cheers and excitement. Ploog stands and says, "Ladies and Gentlemen, Vroth and his wolves have been vanquished! A new champion of Urglin is born! The Bulette Band!"

Later you confront Ploog in his residence once again, but no orcs seem to be slowing you down or stopping you. You get into his quarters, and you find Ploog is counting a gigantic stack of coins on his desk.

The orc is the happiest you have ever seen him. "Look at this! This is incredible! Everyone bet on at least one of you biting the dust, but no one bet that Vroth would go down that quickly!" He excitedly lifts up two handful of coins and lets them drop on the counter. "The house wins! I thought I would pull ahead on admissions alone, but the bets made this the best deal I ever made!"

The orc in bounds and chains is brought forward. Ploog fetches from his desk a key and tosses it to your group. "You can have him, and Vroth's treasures down below. As for this old so-and-so..." he giggles to himself, "I got a lot of counting to do."

Your adventure in Urglin is complete, Pathfinders.

First Prestige: The PCs win the freedom of the orc guide Gulros and lead him out of Urglin.
Secondary Prestige: The PCs win acclaim by delivering a live, healthy bulette to Ploog.

Please roll Day jobs and boon rolls in the discussion, and we will proceed to the Conclusion in Part 3: The Secrets Stones Keep, in about one week's time.

GLORIES OF THE PAST - PART 3
The Secrets Stone Keep
Written by Larry Wilhelm

After the arena and after some time resting, you get to meet and know Gulros. Gulros made a modest income acting as a merchant guard for any
caravans headed from Urglin to Urgir, but he bet more gold than he actually had in a recent round of gambling and was condemned to die in the Bloodworks as punishment.

Once Ploog learned that Gulros was an adept guide, the ringmaster decided to hold onto the captive as a potential bargaining chip when bribing a local warlord at a later date.

Now that you have a guide, you can make your way to Koldukar, find the stone inside, and attempt to connect with the stone in Janderhoff. Venture Captain Canayven Heidmarch no doubt has someone on standby at the stone awaiting your contact.

Not very long afterwords do the orcs celebrate their champions by giving you honorable gifts; supplies for the trek and animals to carry them in.

Gulros gives a reminder for everyone. "This city is the last place of pinkskin friendly civilization before we set out. If there is any last supplies you want to get, this would be the time to do so."

Waiting to see if anyone can make those checks before deciding if I need to buy something.

K Hist: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16

K Hist for second attempt, can someone give me an Aid another roll? Even untrained: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14

”Koldukar! Ah! Made nine thousand years ago before the thrice-damned orcs slaughtered outlet people. Men, women, children, none escaped their massacre. Now they call it Urgir.”[/] Thorek spat. [b]”They call it first home! The fookin’ animals can’t make their own so they claim ours. Gods rip out their eyes!”

K:History untrained 1: 1d20 ⇒ 9
K:History untrained 2: 1d20 ⇒ 2

Lorian looked as bit sheepish as he tried to understand the area. "Sorry, I have a better knowledge of any nobles that might have existed but not of the history itself." he said.

Boftil nods as Thorek recounts some historical facts. "I was never much one for the studyin', but..."

Kn. History (aid): 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (3) - 1 = 2

You can roll to aid both. If you don’t mind...

Aid: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (14) - 1 = 13

”Ach! Ye might not be one for studying but ye remind me! The steles! They’re more than just maps. The longbeards say that they an speak, and are infused with divination magic. It is said that they have other powers besides, but what they are I don’t know. It’s either a secret guarded or a secret lost.”

Whether or not you care for the orcs that crown you as their champions, they give you a heroes farewell when you depart.

The journey to Koldukar is uneventful, though at times Gulros tells you all to halt or hide in certain areas. Taking cover prevents you from facing many mountain orc packs that travel in these areas. For two weeks he guides you through the treacherous paths, and avoids scouts who would bring trouble onto your heads.

Eventually the long trek reaches its end when you come to a tunnel. Gulros looks it over.
"Alright, this is perhaps the best way in to Koldukar. The good news is that most orcs find this path impractical, or think where it leads is useless to them. Still, its best to exercise caution further ahead."

Gulros turns to you all. "I would like to request that I make myself comfortable out here while you do what you need to. When you come back out, I will help you return to Urglin. With your permission, of course."

"Well maybe we find someone later who can help with that secret!"

"Doubtful we'd have any desire to go back to Urglin. But you'd be welcome to go back with us to wherever we do decide to go should you want to try to make a new life for yourself."

He gives a smile at that. "Would do me better than the caravan guard work." With that, he climbs up the rocks and finds a comfortable place to situate himself.

The cavern before you looks like it varies on size many times over. Sometimes as high as 15 feet, and others as high as 5 feet. The passage is entirely natural.

Daedîn bows to the half-Orc. "Thank you, Gulros. We hope to see you again soon..."

The rogue nods to his companions. With bow in hand, he will stealthily approach the cavern, looking for traps, foes, and tracks...

Stealth: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (20) + 20 = 40

Perception: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (11) + 17 = 28

Tracking (Perception): 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (6) + 17 = 23

About 15 minutes into the passage...

Daedîn silently points out the concealed tracks to his companions, holds a finger to his lips, and continues on, stealthily following the tracks...

Flora easily sees the tracks as well.

"One moment, Daedîn," Flora whispers.

Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (17) + 14 = 31

With her newly acquired wand, Flora sharpens her senses and begins following the tracks without slowing her pace.

Deadeye's Lore: +4 sacred bonus to Survival for the next hour and can move at full speed while following tracks. (Let me know if we travel more than an hour.)

"If someone is trying to conceal their passage, they will be slowed down. With this wand we should be able to catch up to them if they are still on the move."

Survival: 1d20 + 22 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 22 + 4 = 41

The monotony of cavern terrain—gray sand, gray walls, and gray rocks—is broken by the appearance of a fierce banner as the tunnels open into a slightly wider stretch of cavern. At the cavern’s center, a standard constructed from a column of giant vertebrae is planted into the sandy floor. An intact femur forms the standard’s cross beam, and a sheet of purple cloth hangs from its knobby prominences. An image of an orc skull almost entirely encircled by coiled spinal column is emblazoned across the banner’s center.

Map is updated.

”How...primitive. Anyone know what it means?”

Kn.Nobility: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18

Boftil spits at the base of the banner. "Looks like the sign of the bloody Broken Spine Tribe. Violent bunch a bastards. I hate them, although I 'spect they feel the same about us...and by that I don't mean just us dwarves, I mean us Pathfinders!"

Kn. Local: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

"Don't know what it means to find it out here, though...but I'm bettin' it can't be good!"

”It means that we’re going to be spilling orc blood, I’d wager.”

Daedîn ponders at Boftil's revelation on the Orc tribe...

Knowledge (Local): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

"Hmmm...didn't recognize their sign but I have heard something of them while we were in Urglin. From what I recall hearing, the placement of the banner is a challenge to ritual combat...we had best be wary..."

The rogue continues as before...

Stealth: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (14) + 20 = 34

Perception: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (5) + 17 = 22

Tracking (Perception): 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (4) + 17 = 21

Daedin creeps forward ever so gently, a shadow of the night sky and darkest moon that cannot be kept track of. As he sneaks forward he realizes this room has about six orcs. Some are in mediocre hiding spots, others just outright terrible.

If anything, Daedin is only surprised at how silly this entire situation looks right now.
Changed where the flag is on the map. I had it wrong the first time, apologies.

SURPRISE! o.O
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-0,Surprised)
Orange Orc(-0,Surprised)
Sindelle(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-0,Surprised)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-0,Surprised)
Green Orc(-0,Surprised)
Blue Orc(-0,Surprised)

Spotting the Orcs, Daedîn takes a 5' step SW, and fires at the Orc in blue...

Longbow: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 31

Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 3d6 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 + 1 + (3, 1, 1) = 12

”Kols!” ᛞᛁᚡᛁᚾᛖ᛫ᚠᚨᚡᛟᚱ

Divine Favor Cast

"Your challenge is accepted. I will mount your heads on your banner to show the tribe that they choose poorly in your leadership!" Lorian said as he pointed to the orcs.

Intimidate to demoralize: 1d20 + 17 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 17 + 2 = 33

"Finally we get ta smash some orc heads!" Boftil strides forward, ready to release some anger via his hammer 'Regret'.

Controlled Rage +4STR, Power Attack, Orc Hatred.
Dwarven Longhammer +1 v. Blue Orc: 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 = 21 Damage: 2d6 + 10 + 6 ⇒ (5, 4) + 10 + 6 = 25

Flora fires a blast of vines at the closest orc. They bludgeon the orc and try to wrap themselves around him.

Entangling wood blast. 2 burn reduced to 1 burn by infusion specialization. On a hit, the orc must make a DC 17 Reflex save or gain the entangled condition. Can be removed by a DC 17 Escape Artist or Strength check as a standard action or by dealing 14 damage to the vines.

Wood Blast: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21 Damage: 4d6 + 14 ⇒ (1, 6, 1, 4) + 14 = 26 Concealment: 1d100 ⇒ 93

Boftil it is a surprise round. Do you have a means to move and attack at the same time for a surprise round?

The orcs were clearly not expecting their ambush to fall apart so quickly. Flora and Daedin decimates the Birthday Orc, Lorian issues a counter challenge, and Boftil makes his move!
Matsu still has a surprise round he can act in.

Matsu moves forward blade in hand.

Oops, my bad. Missed the 40pt word SURPRISE at the top of the INIT table somehow. No, ignore the attack then. :D

Round 1: FIGHT!
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-0,Fine)
Orange Orc(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-0,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-0,Fine)
Green Orc(-0,Fine)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)

The orcs realize that the things are going not how they expected, but they quickly start reorganizing themselves for a counter!
Regular initiative is up

Before I move, just want to confirm...blue is dead right? He's still on the map and could affect my action if he's still there...

He dead.

Daedîn takes a 5' step north firing twice at the purple Orc...

Longbow: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 27

Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 3d6 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 1 + 1 + (4, 1, 1) = 14

Longbow: 1d10 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (10) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 21

Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 3d6 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 1 + 1 + (1, 6, 5) = 16

Swift action bane orcs. First hit applies studied target and sneak attack

Hit: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (15) + 12 = 27
Damage: 1d8 + 4 + 2d6 + 2 + 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 4 + (2, 3) + 2 + (1) + 3 + 2 = 23

Hit: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (16) + 14 = 30
Damage: 1d8 + 4 + 2d6 + 2 + 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 4 + (5, 3) + 2 + (5) + 3 + 2 = 30

Thorek was glad to finally have the chance to kill some orcs. He took a brief moment to thank Kols for the opportunity before he let two arrows fly.

Striding forward, Lorian started to tell of brave warriors to inspire the group.

Inspire Courage. +1 to attacks,damage,etc.

Thorek which one did you target?

Having trouble seeing the map. At the closest orc please

Round 1: FIGHT!
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-0,Fine)
Orange Orc(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-30,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-30,Fine)
Green Orc(-23,Dead)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)

Another orc has been slain. Both the leader orcs are looking injured.

Boftil strides up and attempts to finish off the yellow clad boss.

Controlled Rage +4STR, Power Attack, Orc Hatred.
Dwarven Longhammer +1 v. Yellow Orc: 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 11 + 2 - 2 + 1 = 26 Damage: 2d6 + 10 + 6 ⇒ (4, 6) + 10 + 6 = 26

Round 1: FIGHT!
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-0,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-0,Fine)
Orange Orc(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-30,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-56,Bloodied)
Green Orc(-23,Dead)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)

The orcs rally and begin their counter-attack! The Yellow Orc begins to roar as his eyes turn red with hatred for the dwarf, and he takes a step forward...

The orc barbarian unleashes his hatred right back at the dwarf Boftil! From 3 attacks, take 47 damage.

The Red Shirt Orc moves into position to create a loose barrier between the adventurers and his bosses. The Red Shirt Orc swings his falchion at Matsu!

The Orange Shirt Orc steps towards Boftil and does much of the same!

Round 1: FIGHT!
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-41,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-0,Fine)
Orange Orc(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-30,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-56,Bloodied)
Green Orc(-23,Dead)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)

Flora gathers power and throws a large mass of tightly woven vines at the leader orc.

Empowered, pushing wood blast

Wood Blast: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (4) + 16 = 20 Damage: 4d6 + 15 ⇒ (1, 2, 2, 6) + 15 = 26

On a hit, yellow takes 39 bludgeoning magic damage and is subject to a bull rush.

Pushing Infusion: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18

Pushed to the yellow circle on a success.

Edit: Forgot the inspire courage bonus. The rolls are fixed.

Matsu feels the foul breath of the orc in his face.
"You stink!"
Attack: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (13) + 15 = 281d8 + 19 ⇒ (5) + 19 = 24
Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 241d8 + 19 ⇒ (8) + 19 = 27
Cornugonsmash(Intimidate): 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (1) + 20 = 21

Round 2: FIGHT!
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-41,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-51,A Fine Paste on the Wall)
Orange Orc(-0,Fine)
Purple Orc Boss(-30,Fine)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-95,Dead)
Green Orc(-23,Dead)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)
Seems I got purple and Yellow backwards at one point. I'll just consider Purple delayed and Yellow went first and that should clear that up.

Matsu cleaved an orc in half and before he could even hit the ground another swing of the sword saint's blade splits him into many pieces. Only legs seem to be distinguishable.

Flora's blast takes off the Yellow Orc's head in a fierce blast that sends it flying into the caverns beyond.

Orcs are dropping dead left and right. Their ambush clearly failed, but now they are deep in rage and wish to avenge their comrades.

The Pathfinders Daedin, Thorek, Boftil and Lorian are up!

Daedîn will keep his fire focused on the purple Orc...

Longbow: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 25

Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 1 + 1 = 4

Longbow: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 2 = 25

Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 1 + 1 = 10

Hit Orange with PbS, hatred, bane, divine favor: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (16) + 16 = 32
Damage: 1d8 + 2d6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + (6, 6) + 8 = 26

Hit Orange with PbS, hatred, bane, divine favor: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (9) + 16 = 25
Damage: 1d8 + 2d6 + 8 ⇒ (8) + (4, 4) + 8 = 24

Taking careful aim, Thorek fired one of the few orcs left standing. With joy in his heart he put two arrows down range.

COMBAT OVER.
Battlefield Conditions: Low Light
Daedin(-0,Fine)
Thorek(-0,Fine)
Boftil(-41,Fine)
Lorian(-0,Fine)
Red Orc(-51,A Fine Paste on the Wall)
Orange Orc(-0,Soiled Pants)
Purple Orc Boss(-94,Dead)
Flora(-0,Fine)
Matsu(-0,Fine)
Yellow Orc Boss(-95,Dead)
Green Orc(-23,Dead)
Birthday Orc(-34,Dead)

The Purple Boss Orc has another 4 arrows thud deep into his chest. The wounds in him become too much, and he slumps over, lying still on the cold ground.

The final orc realizes he is outmatched, and makes a withdrawal to flee the wrath of the adventurers. He is also possibly shot down by the three ranged Pathfinders if he manages to get past the melee members. Regardless, his death is also swift.

Loot on the Orcs
3 Potions Spellcraft DC 17 or Perception DC 17
2 Breastplate Spellcraft DC 16
Falchion
Greataxe
Javelin
Fancy Belt Spellcraft DC 23

Boftil keen for a drink, of potion or whatever he can get his hands on, takes a sip of the potions.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23

Lorian weaved his hands in a magic gesture, causing the blood splatters to disappear from his clothing along with the others near him. Casting another spell, his eyes focused on the potions, breastplates and a fine looking belt. "Hum, these appear to be of value." he said.

perception potion 1: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
perception potion 2: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
perception potion 3: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5
cast Prestidigitation and detect magic. I do not have Spellcraft