Lucendar's Mummy's Mask Campaign - The Necropolis awaits! (Inactive)

Game Master Lucendar

Rhade recognizes the construct as a Graven Guardian. You know the basic construct traits, that it has SR, and that it will not attack members of its faith unless attacked first by them.

Need SR roll for the MM unless you change your action. Also you can post 2 rounds worth of actions since you go first next round.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

"It can cast spells?" Kakra seems a bit amazed by the creature casting Haste. "Be careful, it's going to move fairly quickly now."

However, Kakra was a bit at a loss with how to deal with this creature, and simply moves into the room. There's no letters/numbers on the map, Kakra will move next to the door on the right side.

Caster Level check 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (12) + 3 = 15

"Um, guys, this might be another of those scenarios in which discretion is the batter part of valor!"

Rhade will delay/hold his second round action to see what sort of success the group has before deciding.

Anyone going to post for alzaar?

Alzaar pulls out his scorpion whip and slashes at the construct, trying to trip it.

Attack 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

Rhade's magic harms the construct, as bits of pieces of its chest fall to the ground. Gorguk's blow also breaks off chunks, though you can tell it has DR 5. Jalal casts his magic, Kakra moves, and Jalal's whip wraps around the construct's leg but he does not fall. Is Rhade going to take an action in Round 2?

Rhade pulls his dagger and advances 20', trying to help set up a flank for the warriors next round.

Alzaar huffs at his failure and draws his regular whip, waiting for another opening.

Round 1:
The hasted Guardian grips its quarterstaff and swings twice at the paladin who harmed it, bashing him once across the head, drawing blood!
1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23
1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11
Damage: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9

Party is up!

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Feeling the blood trickle from the wound Gorguk stanches the flow momentarily as he draws the scimitar back for another strike.

LoH 1d6 ⇒ 6

power attack 1d20 + 7 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 7 - 1 + 2 = 28 for 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 = 9
threat confirm 1d20 + 7 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 7 - 1 + 2 = 27 for 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 2 = 11 plus 2 fire

Sarenrae guiding his hands Gorguk lashes out at the Guardian fire crackling from the blade as the scimitar cuts cleanly through severly injuring it.

Whoo, dice made up for in on this round. Max healing and cirt for 22 damage!

Jalal charges forward at the statue. He swings his sword at the animated rock. Unfortunately, his zeal sends his swing wide.

Attack (DF, Charge): 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 1 + 2 = 11
Damage (DF): 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 3 + 1 = 9

Rhade steps 5' diagonal to the southwest, 5' south, then 5' to the south east, hoping to provide a flank to the paladin next round, if he wants to take it. He takes a total defense action with his standard action, waiting to help with aiding next round.

Kakra, Alzaar...

Burning Hands: 3d4 ⇒ (2, 2, 3) = 7 Reflex 13 for half

With Gorguk being the only friendly target in her range, Kakra lets fire burst from her hands, hoping that the paladin will avoid most of the flames while the guardian will not.

And now the guardian is free to attack me, fun.

Reflex save: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9
The Guardian fails, it has taken 36 damage so far and it is still up!

Reflex save 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22 success reduces it to 3 and resist Fire 1 reduces it to 2 damage. Not bad.

Gorguk feels the heat of the flames wash over him but Sarenrae protected him from most of the pain. As it was he was too intent on the guardian before him to pay much heed to Kakra's Flames other than it scorched his opponent.

Status : 20/25 hp

Alzaar delays...blame him for not posting.

The Guardian grips its quarterstaff and again rains heavy blows on the paladin, bashing mercilessly, but surprisingly the paladin stands...barely!
I typed the bonuses wrong last round. These are the right ones. I did not change results last round: 1 hit, 1 miss.
Hasted attack: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (10) + 11 = 21
Attack: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (19) + 11 = 30...threat
Confirmation: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16...no
Damage: 2d6 + 10 ⇒ (4, 6) + 10 = 20

Party is up! Gorguk is at 0 hps and disabled.

Cure Moderate Wounds: 2d8 + 3 ⇒ (3, 8) + 3 = 14>Gorguk

Seeing the only thing standing between her and the guardian suddenly having most of his life taken away in a single blow, Kakra expends her Shield Other to cast Cure Moderate Wounds.

Jalal swings his sword at the statue creature again, suddenly frantic as he sees it nearly drop Gorguk.

Attack (DF): 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 6 + 1 = 25
Damage (DF): 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 3 + 1 = 12

Crap, that was a ton of damage at this level. Maybe retreating is a good idea.

More pieces of the statue are broken off by the elf's inspired blow. It looks in bad shape though it still stands.

Thankful for the timely intervention by Kakra Gorguk has little breath to spare for thanks as he focuses on the threat in front of him.

Power attack 1d20 + 9 - 1 ⇒ (18) + 9 - 1 = 26 for 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 2 = 7
Crit confirm 1d20 + 9 - 1 ⇒ (9) + 9 - 1 = 17 for 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 2 = 7 +2 fire

Gorguk finds another chink in the statues armor as he continues to hack away at the creature. He then heals himself some of his wounds hoping to outlast this creature.

Lay on hands 1d6 ⇒ 2

Rhade waves his dagger, trying to help Gorguk strike the monster by diverting this attention.

Aid Another to attack 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Someone just roll for Alzaar's trip attempt or spell casting.

Alzaar bot

Trip attempt from last round 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21
Trip attempt this round 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25

Hey sorry guys, the game didn't show any updates for me. I started getting suspicious so I checked it just now. My bad!

The guardian resists the bard's first trip attempt but not the second as it goes toppling at the feet of the elf and the paladin. Stubbornly, it tries to stand again, granting both warriors AoOs.

AOO (DF): 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 6 + 1 = 26
Damage (DF): 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 1 = 10

Crit Confirm!: 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 6 + 1 = 26
Extra Damage: 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 3 + 1 = 9

Jalal hacks at the statue as it attempts to rise. His sword finds an open crack and tries to widen it.

As the guardian tries to stand, Jalal's sword blow breaks apart its head and the construct ceases to exist, the magic suffusing it dispersing in air harmlessly! Combat over.

"That thing hit like a wild auroch. Is everyone okay, or do we need to pause for a bit? Hopefully there are no more of those hidden here," Rhade says as he takes inventory on his mates.

Jalal kicks the rubble of the statue. "That thing was like hitting...well, a rock!" He chuckles and looks over to Gorguk. "Are you ok?"

He looks over the remains of the statue, but doesn't expect to find anything.

Breathing heavy with some pain still in the ribs Gorguk nods yes. I could go on but i would not say no to some healing if you got it.

The statue's quarterstaff, now lying on the floor, looks excellently crafted and under the elf's arcane sight, it glows magical.

Spellcraft 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15

Rhade looks carefully at the staff under his magical vision, but he can't figure out exactly the properties of that staff. "I can take another peek at it tomorrow after I rest. I might have more luck then. Anyone else have any ideas?"

My talents lie elsewhere but do not fret over it. If no one wants it I will carry it with the rest of the gear as we move along. Looking at Kakra, I do have one more bit of healing afforded to me but would appreciate saving it for later if needs be. Do you have anything to help heal the last of my wounds?

Cure Light: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

"I should conserve some energies for later fights, but this should at least help you feel more comfortable." Kakra says, placing her hands on the Paladin and converting Endure Elements to a healing spell.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

Kakra also takes a look at the staff, trying to discern it's properties.

Thank you Kakra. I agree we should not use all of our abilities up right now yet we must be somewhat prepared to move on. I am ready to go and find the Sisters if there is nothing else in the room that we need to worry about.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12

Jalal examines the staff, but doesn't seem to have any better luck than Rhade. "Yes, we should try to press on. The Sisters would have been protected from the Guardian, I think."

"Anyone want to try to use the magical staff? I bet it is pretty good to bonk things with, if nothing else..."

It might be useful for that reason but I prefer to use the scimitar as that is my deity's favored weapon. Additionally I would lose the benefit of my shield. While it does not protect me greatly it is still a boon I would rather not be without. Still, it is a fine weapon and someone should take it. Looking at Rhade, Why not yourself for the time being Rhade. I am sure you could handle it well enough and it only requires 1 hand to hold onto. You could still cast a spell with your free hand then if you needed to.

"I'm happy to hold onto it for the time being, but if any of you want it, please just yell at me and I'll hand it over." He grabs it, and swings it around wildly. "Yep, good for bonking alright."

Which way: east or west?

west just to move things along.

Jalal leads the group through the western doors.

Alzaar takes point as usual, checking the doors out for any traps, and then onward, eyes alert. He grins at Rhade before heading in.
Just don't take any of our knees out with that thing, Rhade...

Spellcraft to Identify Staff: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

You go through the west doors to see two columns carved to resemble men with their arms crossed over their chests, holding a khopesh in one hand and an ankh in the other, support the ceiling of this long chamber. Deep alcoves in the walls form burial chambers, some of which are sealed with stone doors. Other sepulchers just have sarcophagi tucked inside, while a few appear empty. To the north and south, wide passages exit the room through the east wall, each leading to stone double doors.

As soon as you walk in 10' and look down the corridor, a rotting zombie steps out from one of the sepulchers about 15' away and begins to advance on you!

Initiative:
Enemies: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
Alzaar: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12
Gorguk: 1d20 ⇒ 19
Kakra: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20
Jalal: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
Rhade: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

Party is up first!

know religion 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5 If this gives any pertinent information then Gorguk will act accordingly then. Or will just wait for Kakra to tell me what it is and how powerful if I need to smite it.

It is undead. Act accordingly.

Gorguk raises his scimitar and charges forward upon the abomination. Vile undead creature. Release your hold on this world and rest eternally.

power attack charge 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12 for 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 2 = 8

Not smiting till I know how bad this thing is. If a normal zombie then not wasting smite now.

Alzaar steps up, and tried to trip the undead.
Trip Attempt: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

Knowledge: Religion: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15 Little better then Gorguk, I should at least know if they are standard Zombies.