Master of the Fallen Fortress (Table 1) (Inactive)

Game Master TobiasBlues

Rhu holds up his wayfinder where Balenar can see it. "Well met, ally. Let's get you out of there."

Kalari tries the key from the other room. Should it fail, he will take out his tools and get to work.

Disable Device take 10: 10 + 10 = 20

"Do you need healing, friend?"

spellcraft 1: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 = 30

spellcraft 2: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19

"This is an unlikely spot to choose as a vacation. What are you doing here, sir?"

"He's a Pathfinder. He's probably doing the same thing we are. Or, he was before he wound up in here.

If nobody else will, Engleaktig will start tending to his wounds and offer him water.

Taliesin blanches at the thought of being captured and tortured by these vile creatures.

She rummages through her pack and finds some food to share.

"What a horrible ordeal you have gone through! But you are safe now...my companions are very capable!"

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

Kerastes quietly intones a small prayer to Abadar while everyone is going out of his/her way to care for Balenar.

Detect Evil

With a turn of the key and a click, the manacles fall off of Balenar's wrists. he gingerly rubs them as he stands and stretches a bit, noticing Rhu's Wayfinder.

Ah, a fellow Pathfinder, well met. He smiles widely at Baru's comment as he eagerly takes the offered food and continues after he wolfs down a few bites. You are all quiet correct. I came here after hearing rumors that this tower had been opened up, hoping to explore it a bit and report back to my lodge. Unfortunately, I wasn't the first one here. As I was exploring, those filthy beasts captured me and have been keeping me here for a few days now... it's hard to tell how long. There's no light here, so I can't tell when it's daylight or not.

So what are you all doing here, you can't be here just to rescue me.

Engleaktig, your look him over tending to his wounds and find he has suffered some damage, but it isn't severe. He's at about half of max hp

"Same as you really. Exploring for the sake of it. I am glad we found you before these dastardy reptiles hurt you more than they did. We...took care of them." Kalari says without elaboration.

Engleaktig, your look him over tending to his wounds and find he has suffered some damage, but it isn't severe. He's at about half of max hp

"May the gentle warmth of the Healing Flame renew you, Balenar." Wand of CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Good to hear, good to hear. I see you took care of Tulok there, you must have also dealt with Tasskar then too?

After receiving the healing, Balenar give Engleaktig a bow. Thank you much good sir. Now, i don't mean to be rude, but did you happen to find some equipment? I do feel a bit naked at the moment. He makes a small gesture to his bare chest and torn breeches.

"You ARE a bit naked. I do believe we chanced upon a chest with some items that may be just your size. You seem to have picked up the name of big smelly back there, I'm not sure about this Tasskar though. Who is he, and were you able to gather any other useful info about this place?"

Taliesin helps gather the man's gear and presents it to him with a smile.

Smiling brightly at Taliesin before saying a quick rhyme, Taliesin recognizes the chant as the bardic version of prestidigitation, and you see the dirt and grime wash away from his body. He does it once more for upon his equipment before putting it on.

Ah yes, this feels much better. Ah yes, Tulok there was pretty much the muscle of the group from what I gathered. Most of the rest seem to be younger troglodytes. As for Tasskar, he is their leader, I can't tell you too much since I've been in here most of my time, but I do know that he has a rather vicious looking crocodile that follows him around.

Balenar pauses for a moment, seeming to think more. I'm sorry but that really is all that I know.

"I don't believe we've run into this... Tasskar. Perhaps our montley crew should look for this individual. If you're up to it, would you like to aid us in his demise? I'm sure you will be much more assistance than these.... do gooders." Baru glares and nods at the aasimar.

"Pathfinders, before we deal with Tasskar, I believe there's another room down here that we have yet to explore."

The cleric goes to the last door to check it out:

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13
Survival: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17

Taliesin nods and moves with the others toward the last door.

"Onward, valiant Pathfinders!" she says cheerily.

Kalari follows the kind Saranite, rapier in hand. Once to the door, he inspects it for hazards.

Perception take 20: 20 + 6 = 26

Kalari takes no chances knowing even worse dangers lay ahead of he and his noble company.

Very well, my new friends. I can accompany you.

Balenar says with a smile as he falls in line with the rest of the group as you head to the other room on the floor.

Stopping and checking the door, neither Kalari nor Engleaktig see anything out of the ordinary., but what you do hear is the faint sound of ... a frog croaking?

Kalari explains the noises to the others.

"Shall I enter first or would you prefer to keep the lead, my friend?" the small wayang says, looking up towards Kerestes.

"A frog? A little frog? Who gets worried about a frog? Kids play with them. Just open the door, and let's go!"

Chuckling a bit at the sorcerer's lack of education on the Codex of Sounds to Danger Ratio, Kalari opens the door.

His dark eyes scan the room for danger.
Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7
har!

Reaching over and pushing open the door, you can see a room riddled with cracks in the walls and ceiling. Those cracks have allowed rainwater to collect here, flooding the room and giving rise to a profusion of mold and fungus along the walls and ceiling.

The water itself is only about ankle deep, and sitting in one of the larger puddles a large frog, about the size of a dog, sits and croaks. It turns toward the opening door and lets out a loud croak.

Not sure how this room managed to fill to ankle deep water. I didn't know the doors sealed that well, especially after earthquakes knock down parts of the tower.

Combat Begins
Combat Order: Round 1
Balenar, Taliesin, Frog, Engleaktig, Kalari, Baru, Kerastes, Rhu

Balenar moves up behind Kerastes and Kalri, trying to see what's inside the room.

Ah so that's what was making those croaking sounds, huh it's much bigger than I thought. And it looks hungry.

He trails off into a short rhyme that Taliesin can feel the power behind and nods at the frog.

Will: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (7) - 1 = 6

The frog staggers a bit, blinking it's overly large eyes.

knowledge: nature: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21

"Don't worry about going in there, guys! Mold and fungus with the purple splotches like that is harmless, and in fact is eaten in various parts of Casmaron as a delicacy!" Taliesin says as she unfurls her banner.

spellcraft: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

Distracted by the mold, she is not sure what Balenar cast.

Just going to give +1/+1 for the banner for now to make sure I've saved enough rounds of inspire courage for any potential BBEGs!

The frog seems to be staring off into space, not moving just sitting there, it's throat inflating and deflating as it breaths.

Combat Order: Round 1
Balenar, Taliesin, Frog, Engleaktig, Kalari, Baru, Kerastes, Rhu

Baru's eyes widen as he catches a glimpse of the size of the frog. Luckily his red skin camoflauges his embarrassment in swallowing his previous words, "Well, I must admit, that is slightly larger than I was expecting. On a brighter note, I trust everyone has a taste for barbecue frog legs!"

Baru's tail produces his well used wand of snapdragon fireworks, shakes it a few times, speaks a few words, and a familiar set of sparks streak in a zig zag pattern to the frog.

damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

DC 11 reflex for 1/2 damage and no dazzled.

Kerastes moves into the room, his longspear ready to attack the frog if it moves closer

Probable AoO, Banner: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 2 + 1 = 23
Damage, Banner: 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 1 = 10
Threat confirmation: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 2 + 1 = 17
Extra Crit Damage, Banner: 2d8 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (2, 2) + 6 + 2 = 12

Rhu prepares to fire on the frog if it makes a hostile move.

Flurry attack, incl. PBS and banner: 1d20 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 20
Flurry attack, incl. PBS and banner: 1d20 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 14

Damage, incl. PBS and banner: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 = 4

Damage if applicable, incl. PBS and banner: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 1 = 9

Kalari creeps forward, weapon at the ready.

- Free Action: "Really, Pathfinders? You're intimidated by a frog? Must we kill every creature we encounter?"

- Move Action: Ignoring the frog, Engleaktig moves into the room.

- Standard Action: Search the room -- Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14, Survival: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17

"I was unsettled by the reactions of the others. I've never encountered this species before and you guys have seen more of the world than I" the wayang says quietly.

"Not every creature..."

Baru mumbles the rest in a subdued tone

"...நீங்கள் அனைத்து பிறகு உயிருடன் இருக்கிறீர்கள்"

"Being soooo sympathetic to this poor creature, why do you try and give it a little food, or pet it?"

"Well either shut the door or kill it while it's subdued!" Taliesin offers. "It's bound to attack soon!"

Reflex: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

The firework slams explodes in front of the frog and you can hear a pained croak come from the beast.

Scanning the room, Engleaktig doesn't see much that sticks out, but something small under a broken table catches his eye. From this distance he can't make it out but something is there.

Balenar laughs as he glances around. Ah this reminds me of some of my adventures, kicking open door and finding all manners of creatures waiting behind them. But as you say, this one is but an animal so we can leave it or kill it depending on it's mood.

Taliesin you're up.

Taliesin makes another effort to keep the frog docile, singing a short but beautiful note. Unwitting ally, DC 15 Will

Will: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (16) - 1 = 15

The frog perks up a bit at the beautiful note but then turns back to Kerastes. It's mouth opens wide and a long pink tendril flicks from it's mouth.

tongue: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12 vs touch
grapple: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12

The frog's tongue hits Kerastes and tries to drag him back toward the frog, but the Oread stands his ground. Just as the frog's tongue pulls away from Kerastes, a pair of arrows fly past and impale the frog. It falls to the ground, twitching for a moment before going still.

Combat Over

Kalari is overcome by a fit of the giggles. He works at regaining his composure.

"Sorry, it's how I handle tension."

Perception of room: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18

Rhu's shoulders relax slightly, even before the arrows strike home, and he does not look at the frog again. "See anything else?" He peers intently around the room.

Perception check: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23

Scanning the room, Engleaktig doesn't see much that sticks out, but something small under a broken table catches his eye. From this distance he can't make it out but something is there.

I'll go over and examine whatever caught my eye.

"Those were some really fantastic shots, Rhu," Taliesin says to the tiefling. "Your marksmanship is incredible," she adds as she also searches around the room.

"Shoot...I didn't want to get my feet wet. On the bright side, I guess I can do some shoe shopping when we get back!"

perception: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

As the frog falls over, the group begins to peer around the room. Engleaktig peers closer at the glint that caught his eye. Under a broken table, he unearths a small jade statue carved into the likeness of an angelic being.

Other than the small figurine, nothing else in the room appears to be of any use to you.

"Explore, Report, Cooperate. This seems like something to report."

"Shall we gird ourselves to meet this Tasskar?"

Marching order? Also, as we go up the stairs, I'll cast Bless on the party. +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.

"An excellent idea." Kalari agrees, taking his spot near the front.

Sorry there is one more door out of the frog room, but nothing in there.

Checking the door leading out of the frog room, you find another partially destroyed room open to the outside. Though the wall is destroyed, the ceiling remains. Looking up, it seems it would be possible but difficult to climb the outside of the building to reach the top floor.

As you head up the stairs, you notice that there is no door and the stairs will just let out onto the next floor.

Yes, I'd like a marching order and an idea of how you go up. I'll post a map once you reach the top.

Rhu should go in the second rank or rear, because he's going to be starting with archery (and hopefully finishing with it, too).

I can go 1sto 2nd

Middle to channel/heal.

rear or middle

Whereever is fine with me, but being a caster usually puts me in the middle somewhere.

I think that makes Kerastes and Kalari the front rank; followed by Balenar, Engleaktig, and Baru, with Taliesin and Rhu in the back. If/When things get close, Rhu and Baru can trade places; Rhu's AC is pretty good.