Hedgeknight's Godsmouth Heresy (Inactive)

Game Master hedgeknight

From behind the group, Saoirse agrees. "If the mold has not moved in the ages it has been in this crypt, it will keep awhile longer. Let us continue our search and as Dr. Eyesquint suggested, perhaps we will find something to destroy this menace."

So...you wanna move on or attack and die? :D

"Right then. Moving on."
Alanthian turns and heads to the next crypt in the rotation Opening the door and checking for traps.

Perception:1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16 +2 for traps

The next statue in rotation is the only black statue - that of the Pharasma in her tri-fold description. Alanthian, in his checking around, gets a feeling that this statue is different somehow, but he can't quite put his finger on it.

BTW, does he touch it?

Uh... Touching statues in this place is a sure way to spring traps. So oto answer your question, yes I touch it. I can't help myself really.

Uh... Touching statues in this place is a sure way to spring traps. So oto answer your question, yes I touch it. I can't help myself really.

You feel an odd sensation run through your body when you touch the statue - the fingertips of your hand take on a light blue glow but only briefly and then disappear.

The statue slides aside to reveal a similar set of catacombs with three alcoves on your left. All is very dusty and quiet among the interred dead...

Actions?

Grand Cathedral - Crypt of Pharasma

Current Stats:
Alanthian Darlok – HP 10/10; AC 16; Init +6
Brankh – HP 9/9; AC 15; Init +1
Dr. Catila Eyesquint: HP 8; AC 18; Init: +3
Cole Keegan - HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Saoirse Palelight – HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Thorin – HP 11/11; AC 20; Init +0

Alanthian steps up to the entrance to the crypt and begins searching for traps and monsters.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6 +2 for traps

Alanthian steps up to the entrance to the crypt and begins searching for traps and monsters.

Perception: 1d20+4 +2 for traps

You detect no traps or monsters or anything else. :)

Awsome!

"The way looks clear friends."

Thorin moves in to inspect the room, looking for anything of interest, and keeping note of any other doors leading out; his weapon drawn, his nerves are jumpy and the Cavalier seems on edge.

Link to:Aid

Brank proceeds slowly, wondering at the sights.

Does this mean the Runelords worshipped the lady of Graves as they worsipped their own sinful vices? Or was she held higher than the others? Where does her Church fit in all of this? How are we to know what is heretical? Oh Nehruha, you are sorely missed now!"

Thorin Perception check: 1d20 ⇒ 1
Brankh Perception check: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18

As Thorin and Brankh wander by the alcoves, Brankh notices that the scraps of burial shrouds are priestly in nature and that several ancient silver holy symbols of Pharasma have been interred with the bodies.

Seven silver holy symbols can be found if all of the alcoves are searched.

And even more interesting, Brankh finds a thin wand made of bone hidden among the funerary wrappings of a priest in the middle alcove. The wand is engraved with protection runes, known to all faiths, along its length with a single word inscribed in Common, where the wielder might hold it: FRACTURE.

Alanthian Perception check: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7
Catila Perception check: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25
Cole Perception check: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11
Saoirse Perception check: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

As the rest of the group move into the alcoves, Catila's walks to the end of the catacombs and her sharp eyes pick out the slightest irregularity in the stonework along the back wall. "Alanthian...I believe there's a door here...somewhere."
Alanthian checks for traps and finds none, and together, they find the latch to open it.

After ages of disuse, the stone door slowly opens outward, revealing a corridor beyond...
Pharasma catacombs updated

Actions?

This is interesting. Catila, you ought to have a look at this.
Brankh picks up the wand and brings it to the halfling.

Peering into the corridor Catila thinks for a moment then says "Hmmm, I'd like your help verifying this on that map of yours Alanthain, but i believe that this corridor will lead us to somewhere near the very first chamber we entered. Interesting."

Brankh then calls her attention and Catila turns around to face the servant of the Healing Fire. Taking the profered wand, her eyes light up with the excitement of discovery. Humming to herself the detective invokes a cantrip to aid her in determining the wands purpose.
Detect Magic
Spellcraft:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22

Catila began her song again this morning so everyone gets +1 bonus on Initiative checks, Perception, and Disable Device checks for 1 hour. They also gain a +1 insight bonus on Reflex saves and to AC against traps and when they are flat-footed.

And Why in the world have I not been having Catila use Detect Magic more often??

Catila examines the wand and determines that it is a powerful weapon against undead. "A jolt from this will seriously disrupt them. Good find, Brankh!"

After Thorin is alerted to the hidden door, He steps forward into the corridor, pausing only to wait for the rest of the group.

"Coming guys?

Cole waves everyone ahead of him, "I will keep an eye on the rear, make sure we are not ambushed."

Alanthian moves in beside Thorin scanning the area for traps. " I am with you."

Perception (Traps):1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

You travel about 15 feet and come to an alcove on your left (#30 on the map above, with the following description):

A square shaft fills this alcove, dropping into darkness...

Beyond that you can see that the corridor continues on, eventually turning to the left.

Alanthian finds no traps so far. Actions?

Asking Cole to light another pebble, Catila passes it to Alanthain, suggesting he toss it down the hole

Alanthian nods at the good doctor and tosses the light pebble down the hole as he looks over the edge.

Alanthian nods at the good doctor and tosses the light pebble down the hole as he looks over the edge.

The light pebble falls and falls and falls, its light growing smaller and smaller and smaller...until if finally disappears from view.

Alanthian backs away from the hole and turns to the others, "And it's deep too!

Cole nods in agreement, and relights another pebble for Catila. "I think we should move on now. No need to see what is down there, right?"

"On the contrary, Cole, I have an uncontrollable urge to see what's down there. However, I think in my armor I'm a bit to heavy to be lowered down."

Thorin looks around, eyeing Alanthian, and Catila, "perhaps one of our less armored companions would like to volunteer?"

"Well, little one...are you feeling brave today?"

"Well, how much rope do we actualy have? I believe it may actualy to deep. Besides it would put one of us on the end of a rope with no real way of protecting our self, much like fishing bait."

It does strike me as risky. But why here? What is this shaft for?

Brankh peers down into the gloom, listens and sniffs. Perception 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18. If there is nothing more to see down there I suggest we carry on..

It does strike me as risky. But why here? What is this shaft for?

Brankh peers down into the gloom, listens and sniffs. Perception 1d20+3. If there is nothing more to see down there I suggest we carry on..

Brankh looks over the rim of the hole and sees nothing but blackness. The air is stale and there is no sound...

Going down...or moving on ahead?

Let's get back into our usual formation, comrades and continue. Alanthian, proceed when ready.

Let's get back into our usual formation, comrades and continue. Alanthian, proceed when ready.

If everyone is in agreement, I will move the game along later today...

I am for moving on. I will post my moving on action but, if we decided to stay i will post a different one.

Alanthian finishes his sketch and notes then nods to the half orc.
He continues on checking for traps.

Perception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

Alanthian finishes his sketch and notes then nods to the half orc. He continues on checking for traps.

Perception:1d20+6

The group moves forward, Alanthian in the lead, following the corridor as it first turns left, then back right, then left again down a 25' stretch before turning left one more time and ending in a macabre gate of bleached bones.

Alanthian checks the gate of bones out very closely. It has no obvious handles or hinges...and were it not for Catila's song, he would have missed the trap that is built into it.
"I think...when you touch it...some type of spear shoots forward...or something like that. Looks particularly nasty," the rogue whispers, glancing back at his companions.

Saoirse steps forward, her hand on her chest, and closes her eyes for a few seconds before saying, "Iomedae tells me there is evil afoot...and it is very close by."

Actions?

Secret Catacombs

Cole moved forward next to Alanthain. "Since we need to bypass this trap to deal with whatever lurks beyond it, let me assist you." He then touches the rogue, and infuses him with Iomedae's touch of Law.

Touch of Law (Sp): You can touch a willing creature as a standard action, infusing it with the power of divine order and allowing it to treat all attack rolls, skill checks, ability checks, and saving throws for 1 round as if the natural d20 roll resulted in an 11.

Alanthian pulls out his Thieves Tools and attempts to disable the trap.

Disable Device:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23

Sweat running down his face, Alanthian, blessed with Cole's boon, works for about two minutes and then sits back with a smile. "We're free to move in, my friends."

Actions?

Thorin moves into the lead and motions for Saorise to take his side and Brankh to fall in behind and in the center with his spear. He whispers to the group "Battle positions"

Thorin waits patiently for everyone to ready themselves then the group moves forward into a defendable position and Thorin begins making noise, Yelling and banging his sword against the wall, trying to attract the attention of whatever is in the room. Thorins intentions are to bring whatever evil is lurking in this room to them, on the groups terms.

"SHOW YOURSELVES BEASTS OF HELL!!!

Thorin moves into the lead and motions for Saorise to take his side and Brankh to fall in behind and in the center with his spear. He whispers to the group "Battle positions"

Thorin waits patiently for everyone to ready themselves then the group moves forward into a defendable position and Thorin begins making noise, Yelling and banging his sword against the wall, trying to attract the attention of whatever is in the room. Thorin's intentions are to bring whatever evil is lurking in this room to them, on the groups terms.

"SHOW YOURSELVES BEASTS OF HELL!!!

A bullet in her sling, Catila peers ahead closely for any sign of danger...

"SHOW YOURSELVES BEASTS OF HELL!!!

Completely caught me off guard and I nearly pissed myself laughing! But the second time you posted it was even funnier! LMAO!!! I can just see Thorin swaggering up there and getting ready as everything is deadly quiet...and then he bellows the challenge! Funny as hell!! I'm still laughing about it! I'll post a little later tonight after others have weighed in their battle preparations. Oh yeah, you called down the thunder, baby!

Cole inwardly winces at the bravado display from Lord Thorin. Well, that's one way to announce yourself to the enemy...

He reaches down and grasps his holy symbol, mutters a swift prayer to Iomedae, marvelling at how easier the words flowed from his lips. Thorin feels a sense of anticipation, causign him to react faster than normal.

Cole uses granted power Seize the Initiative on Lord Thorin.
Seize the Initiative (Su): Whenever you and your allies roll for initiative, you can grant one ally within 30 feet the ability to roll twice and take either result. This decision is made before results are revealed.

Alanthian grins at Thorin's battle cry and then steps behind the big man pulling a dagger from his belt.

Prepairing to throw dagger at anything coming at us.

"SHOW YOURSELVES BEASTS OF HELL!!!

At Thorin's bellow, Catila and Alanthian prepare their weapons, and Saoirse steps up beside of him, sword in hand. Brankh readies his spear, and Cole mutters a swift prayer to Iomedae, granting Thorin a divine blessing.

Secret Catacombs Battle

Those stating they had ranged weapons ready, let loose!

Initiative rolls: (with Catila's song bonus)
Alanthian: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21
Brankh: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
Catila: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6
Cole: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Saoirse: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
Thorin: (1)1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
Thorin: (2)1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
Skeletons: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

Initiative Order (following initial attacks):
Cole, Alanthian, Brankh, Thorin, Skeletons, Catila/Saoirse

ACTIONS!

Current Stats:
Alanthian Darlok – HP 10/10; AC 16; Init +6; Aid benefits:+1 attack rolls, saves vs. fear, and 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14 temporary hit points.
Brankh – HP 9/9; AC 15; Init +1
Dr. Catila Eyesquint: HP 8; AC 18; Init: +3
Cole Keegan - HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Saoirse Palelight – HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Thorin – HP 11/11; AC 20; Init +0

Cole shouts a prayer to Iomedae and holds aloft his holy symbol, where a burst of radiant energy emanates, and washes over his companions filling them with the blessing of Iomedae!

Cast Bless, +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and saves vs. fear.

glad I could entertain. wanted to get everyone on their feet lol

Thorin holds his ground. when the Skeletons rush forward he attacks!

1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
1d8 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

of course this is during my round segment. Just didn't want to make anyone wait for my post.

Alanthian throws his dagger at the approaching enemy.

Attack:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
Damage:1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Alanthian throws his dagger at the approaching enemy.

Attack:1d20+5
Damage:1d4+2

Go ahead and give me another round of actions. Also waiting on Brankh's first action and Catila's sling attack and first round action before I move on.

Alanthian will attempt to flank with another team mate then attack.

Attack:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23+2 if flanking
Damage:1d10 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Sneak attack:1d6 ⇒ 5

Brankh will stay in battle position, his longspear at ready. Raising a hand off the shaft he touches the holy symbol near his chest, points to a skeleton and a searing bolt of fire launches right out!
fire bolt attck 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 13 damage 1d6 ⇒ 6

Being ready for the appearence of enemies Catila whips a bullet at the first skeleton that comes into sight
Attack&Damage1:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 81d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Her hands moving almost faster than the eye can see she reloads another bullet and lets fly again
Attack&Damage2:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 91d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

But the dim light in the chamber ahead cause her shots to fly wide.

Initiative Order (following initial attacks):
Cole, Alanthian, Brankh, Thorin, Skeletons, Catila/Saoirse

The skeletons come forward and Alanthian and Catila hurl dagger and stone...but neither find their mark.
As the undead close in, Cole shouts a prayer to Iomedae, calling upon her blessings for his companions.
Thorin grits his teeth and lets the skeletons come deadly close...and then he steps forward and smashes one with a swing of his sword, sending bones flying in all directions!

Having been patient, Alanthian steps around his friend as he attacks, and delivers a brutal flanking attack to a skeleton in the second rank. As it falls to the crypt floor, Brankh unleashes the cleansing fire of Sarenrae upon a third skeleton, engulfing it in flames.

As it totters off into an alcove to collapse, its undead companions move it to attack!
S6 swings a rusty falchion at Saoirse, but the paladin catches the blade on her shield and it shatters into pieces!
1d20 ⇒ 1
The paladin then smashes the skeleton in the chest and face
Shield attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22
1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

She follows that up with her sword, taking off the skeleton's skull!
Sword attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16
1d10 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

S2 moves around, mouth agape, and stabs Brankh in his right side, driving the priest back into Cole! But the priest's armor absorbs the damage from the skeleton's sword.
1d20 ⇒ 5

S5 comes at Alanthian, sword raised, but the nimble rogue ducks under the savage swing, rolling to the middle of the chamber.
1d20 ⇒ 12

Alanthian blinks the sweat out of his eyes and looks up to see the final skeleton hovering in the back of the group. It carries no visible weapon, but a fiery aura flickers and burns along its bones and its eyes glow a deep crimson. Its mouth opens as if to say something...and then it lurches forward...

ACTIONS!
Skeleton Battle Map

Current Stats:
Alanthian Darlok – HP 10/10; AC 16; Init +6; Aid benefits:+1 attack rolls, saves vs. fear, and 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14 temporary hit points.
Brankh – HP 9/9; AC 15; Init +1
Dr. Catila Eyesquint: HP 8; AC 18; Init: +3
Cole Keegan - HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Saoirse Palelight – HP 11/11; AC 17; Init +2
Thorin – HP 11/11; AC 20; Init +0