Mazra’s Giantslayer Campaign (Inactive)

Game Master Mazra

Well well we seem to be getting the hang of that. Droja will you has a talk with them and find out what's up ahead and what they planed to do with that Manicore, please?
Kaos will cast detect magic and search the bodies.
perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23

The Hill Giant had a pouch with 141 gp and 80 sp. His leather gloves radiates magic.

One of the Cyclops had a sack with worthless trinkets and the following:

Amber (100 gp)
Black Pearl (400 gp)
Black Pearl (500 gp)
Carnelian (50 gp)
Coral (120 gp)
Ivory (50 gp)
Jasper (35 gp)
Obsidian (12 gp)
Peridot (40 gp)
Rose Quartz (35 gp)
Turquoise (11 gp)

But one of the trinkets may not be so worthless. A pair glasses that look like golden teeth holding a pair of green tinted lenses radiate magic.

"Hill Giants are too stupid. Let's see about one of these one-eyed things," Droja bends over and touches the second dead Cyclops.

Cyclop's Will Save: 1d20 + 4 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 4 - 2 = 15

The Cyclops stirs and with its dead eyes looks at Droja. Droja nods with a sense realization she has a cooperative one.

"What else is in this valley?' Droja asks the second dead Cyclops.

"This is the end of this valley," the Cyclops responds.

"Why were you capturing the Manticore?" Droja asks.

"For challenges in the fighting pits. This would have been a great prize. It would have given us fame amongst the giants." A certain degree of regret is in the Cyclops lifeless voice.

"Where are these fighting pits?" Droja ask.

"At the Cathedral," The Cyclops responds simply then returns to lifelessness.

Next?

Leira marbles herself again at Droja's deeds "Fighting pits... that seems interesting... we should remember this. If the giants like those pits, that might be a way to infiltrate the place"

"If the valley ends here, then I think it is time to move back and take the route to the Cathedral!!!" the girl cheers up seeing the possibility to finally confront the Tyrant and the truth about her own blood. She further explores the giants possessions to see if they have any supplies in good condition that might be easily eaten.

Spell craft Gloves: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8
Spell craft Glasses: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16
Doja you truly are a marvel. By the way would anyone else like to take a look at these little bobbles I found?

Kaos is unable to identify the magic items.

Does the party wish to camp. It is getting late in the day.

Leira trembles as she takes the bottles from Kaos strong hands. The girl casts detect magic and studies them trying to bring knowledge to the group.
Spellcraft Glasses: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15
Spellcraft Gloves: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14

"I could go on for a while, but it's getting late, I am ok to camp here"

Ulfgard looks around for a decent camping spot.
Surv: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19

Ulfgard finds a spot next to a fresh running stream.

The party makes camp.

Droja will look at the glasses.

Spellcraft Glasses: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24

She begins to feel a bit woozy, "These things are making me sick." She takes them off.

DC 26 Spellcraft is needed for the glasses.

After a few minutes, the Half-Orc Oracle takes a look at the Gloves.

Spellcraft Gloves: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13

She is unable to make a determination on the gloves as well.

DC 23 Spellcraft is needed for the gloves.

Spellcraft Glasses: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (10) + 10 = 20
Spellcraft Gloves: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (14) + 10 = 24

Ragnir was unable to figure out the glasses. He became a bit ill as well.

But he was able to figure out what the gloves did.

They are Gauntlets of Giant Fist

Does the party setup watches?

If we are camping, can I have another draft of that medic?
Kaos will take the gloves unless someone else wants them or thinks we should sell them.

Setting watches sounds good. Kaos will volunteer for first watch.

Around here, watches would seem to be the order of the day.
Kaos, come over here in a few, I need to mix you up some more of that brew for your disease.
Can I see those baubles for a bit after I am done with Kaos?

Searing Light: 3d8 + 8 ⇒ (4, 1, 5) + 8 = 18 Burning spell on Ulfgard, Leaving him down 3 until the morning.

spell: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (12) + 13 = 25
57% for artifacts
No Idea yet, but a splitting headace

That will add a +4 to your save, in the morning will prepare the cure disease and that should clear it.

"Let me try with this other spell" Leira studies her spellbook for some seconds, preparing thanks to quick study and casting identify on the strange glasses.
Spellcraft+identify: 1d20 + 9 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 9 + 10 = 25

But nothing comes out... "I felt I could almost ascertain what magics are hidden within, but I guess we will need to wait until tomorrow to try again... Let's hope the night rest clears our minds"

Can I assist her or his roll?

This will be the watches, 1st Watch Kaos and Ragnir, 2nd Watch Ulfgard and Droja, 3rd Watch Anga, Haskyll, and Leira

What watch does this happen on?: 1d3 ⇒ 3

Third Watch!

Anga, Haskyll, and Leira can make perception checks. If you roll the DC30, then you will be able to wake the rest of the party. If no one rolls a DC30 Perception, then the flying creature will get a Surprise attack.

Edit: @Kaos - That is a good question. I am not certain if this is a situation where Aid Another would work. I can see an argument both ways. Go ahead and make another roll, if you roll a 10 or higher on a straight D20, then I will say with Kaos' assist, Leira will learn the property of the glasses.

I am reusing Winter Map 1 for this encounter.

perception aid: 1d20 ⇒ 11

They are called Eyes of Eyebite.

Well that is interesting. I'm thinking we found Droja some glasses.

Agreed, those will be handy for her.

Shift 3
percept: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19

Engrossed in his morning prayers (AKA, working at his pack), Haskyll doesn't notice anything.

Sigh, another poor roll. I don't know what I did to annoy the dice gods, but it sux. :(

Using this night as the downtime to finish his pack (Handy Haversack).
Will be complete as of the morning.

Taking 10 gives me a Spellcraft of 23,
DC of Haversack is 19
Breakdown is CL 9 to start + 5 for no spell + 5 for Crafted item = DC 19

sorry for my low participation. Last week of university, rather busy. I'll post if I can, but feel free to bot me.

Anga see nothing. (as she cannot get a 30DC perception roll :) )

"Haskyll, or Anga, you are both dwarves and know better, so perhaps you can guide me on this, but have you noticed Ragnir is more quite than usual recently?" the girl asks while looking at the dwarf worried "I wonder if it is just he got angry at me or you have noticed as well. He was lively and chatty with me before... I don't know..."

Perception: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (7) + 19 = 26
The girl is distracted talking about Ragnir and does not notice the flying creature approach.

hmm? Nay, lassie, that's just his way. If he didn't like ye he probably would nay be talkin', as he is a action type. Dwarfs can be a bit gruff, ye may have noticed. Anga also sees nothing.

Agreed, Lass, I doubt that he is angry with ye, if he was, he would probably tell ya and be done with it

My roll was above. :( I could get it, but Alas, the dice hate me.

After licking its wounds, the captive comes back for a little revenge.

High above, the Manticore rains down four spikes on the sleeping members of the party.

Surprise Round

Spike 1 vs Helpless Droja AC11: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 211d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
Spike 2 vs Helpless Kaos AC12: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 191d6 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Spike 3 vs Helpless Ragnir AC7: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 201d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
Spike 3 vs Helpless Ulfgard AC16: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 211d6 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

The four spikes strike their target. The four sleeping members immediately wake with the pain caused by the penetrating spikes.

Droja and Ragnir I got, but Kaos and Ulfgard is just an estimate for your helpless AC. Either way, I believe these rolls will hit. So Droja takes 10pts, Kaos, 8 pts., Ragnir 10 pts., and Ulfgard 6 points of damage. I assumed only Ragnir with Heavy armor would not be sleeping in his armor. If this is not correct, please let me know when you post.

Kaos' Iniative:: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18
Leira's Iniative: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
Anga's Iniative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17
Ulfgard's Initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 1 = 17
Haskyll's Iniative: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (5) + 0 = 5
Ragnir's Iniative: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (15) + 0 = 15
Droja's Iniative: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (7) + 0 = 7
Manitcore's Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15

Kaos 18 (AC21SH25N27 84/92)
Anga 17 (AC20/G24 53/53)
Ulfgard 17 (AC20/G24/N31 94/103)
Manticore 15 (AC17 48/57)
Ragnir 15 (AC22/G26N28 59/69)
Leira 11 (AC19 56/56)
Droja 7 (AC16 45/55)
Haskyll 5(AC22/G26 57/57)

Round One

Yes. The Manticore is 150 feet up in the air.

Kaos wakes with a jolt.I’m awake I’m awake. What the heck? Kaos bring up a shield and grabs for a vary little used crossbow.
Shield Spell Failure Chance: 1d100 ⇒ 50

This is gratitude? Slay the beast and have done.

Anga casts quickly, and looses a fireball at the Manticore.

8d6 + 4 ⇒ (5, 4, 5, 3, 1, 4, 4, 3) + 4 = 33 DC20 reflex for half

Absolutely out of reach Ulfgard grabs his shield and goes into full defense.

Droja screams out in pain "What the ......"

Censored to protect the innocent.

She stands with a start. Then seeing the moonlight glisten over the Manticore high in the air, Droja begins to weave a summoning spell. Something a little different than her usual friend.

@Anga - It was actually in the AP that the freed Manticore would attack the party when they rested.

Ragnir wakes up with a "What in Torag's name!"

He stands, seeing everyone looking up, he looks up. Then grabs his bow.

Manticore Reflex Save: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9

The Manticore takes the full brunt of Anga's Fireball.

Almost as a reaction, the Manticore fires a volley of four spikes down at the Dwarf Wizard.

Spike 1: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 281d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
Spike 2: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 191d6 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Spike 3: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 251d6 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Spike 4: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 201d6 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6
Spike 1 Confirm Crit: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 131d6 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8

I am thinking that three of the spikes hit Anga for 24 points of damage. I know the Crit was not confirmed. Does a 19 hit Anga? If so, then it is 32 points of damage.

The Manticore flies up higher.

It is now at 200'. Haskyll's and Leira's actions will complete the Round.

"Oh dear what is it..." Leira is surprised by the attack, then she notices the Manticore "That is how you pay us for your freedom? Go to hell bastard!!!!"

The girl shots her bow, although she pays a toll for the large distance.
+1 shortbow-DA-2 distance increments: 1d20 + 10 - 2 - 4 ⇒ (12) + 10 - 2 - 4 = 16
Piercing/Magical damage+DA+AS: 1d6 + 2 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 4 + 2 = 9

Round One

Kaos is rudely awakened. He brings up a Shield.

Anga hits the Manticore squarely with a Fireball.

Ulfgard gets up and goes into full defense mode.

As almost a reflex action, the Manticore reigns down a a volley of spikes onto Anga. It then flies up higher.

Ragnir gets up and grabs his bow.

Leira takes her bow and fires it high up into the air. The arrow had lost it punch by the time it reached the Manticore. It falls harmlessly to the ground.

Droja gets up and begins to weave a spell.

Haskyll does something heroic.

Kaos 18 (AC21SH25 84/92)
Anga 17 (AC20/G24 29/53)
Ulfgard 17 (AC20/G24/N31 94/103)
Manticore 15 (AC17 15/57)
Ragnir 15 (AC22/G26N28 59/69)
Leira 11 (AC19 56/56)
Droja 7 (AC16 45/55)
Haskyll 5(AC22/G26 57/57)

Haskyll and Round Two

Come down here and I will fight you one on you cowardly ingrate!
Kaos will try to bolster his next attack with a little magical aid.
Spell failure true strike: 1d100 ⇒ 35

Leira shots again at the Manticore, this time focusing on aim rather than strength "Flying in the sky will not save you!"
+1 shortbow-2 distance increments: 1d20 + 10 - 4 ⇒ (9) + 10 - 4 = 15
Piercing/Magical damage+AS: 1d6 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 2 = 5

Getting to his feet Haskyll looks at the flying thing.

Ungrateful beastie

Torag be helping us now.

He then makes his way to Anga to help her.

I Got 2 Round left on this for the day.
Aura of Protection (Su): At 8th level, you can emit a 30-foot aura of protection for a number of rounds per day equal to your cleric level. You and your allies within this aura gain a +1 deflection bonus to AC and resistance 5 against all elements (acid, cold, electricity, fire, and sonic).
The deflection bonus increases by +1 for every four cleric levels you possess beyond 8th. At 14th level, the resistance against all elements increases to 10.
These rounds do not need to be consecutive.

Anga has a current ac of 17, so 32 points
Anga swears as bolts zip and slash about her. She pulls out a scroll and casts shield.

AC now is 21

Round 3
Long Crossbow Shot: 1d20 + 8 + 20 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 20 - 2 - 2 = 301d8 ⇒ 1

Kaos curses under his breath as it just scratches the beast.

Round One Finish

Haskyll adds a little protection to the party.

Round Two

Anga puts up a Shield from a scroll.

Ulfgard stays in full defense.

But the Manticore climbs and begins to fly off. 250' up in the air.

Ragnir looks at the Manticore and knocks and arrow.

Leira let's loose an arrow, but alas the Manticore was too high up for her arrow to reach the magical creature.

Droja brings in an Air Elemental with the command to chase the beast down and destroy it. It moves at full speed and engages the Manticore.

Droja looks at the action high up in the air.

Kaos 18 (AC21SH25 84/92)
Anga 17 (AC20/SH24 G28 29/53)
Ulfgard 17 (AC20/G24/N31 94/103)
Manticore 15 (AC17 15/57)
Ragnir 15 (AC22/G26N28 59/69)
Leira 11 (AC19 56/56)
Droja 7 (AC16 45/55)
Haskyll 5(AC22/G26 57/57)

Haskyll's Round Two and Everyone's Round Three

The Manticore turns on the Air Elemental. The Manticore bites into the creature from the Elemental Plane of Air.

bite: 1d20 + 10 - 1 ⇒ (17) + 10 - 1 = 261d8 + 5 - 1 ⇒ (8) + 5 - 1 = 12
claw 1: 1d20 + 10 - 1 ⇒ (9) + 10 - 1 = 182d4 + 5 - 1 ⇒ (4, 3) + 5 - 1 = 11
claw 2: 1d20 + 10 - 1 ⇒ (2) + 10 - 1 = 112d4 + 5 - 1 ⇒ (1, 4) + 5 - 1 = 9

Air Elemental 18/30

The Air Elemental slams into the Manticore as Droja watches from far below. Concerned, Droja begins to summon in another.

slam: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 281d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Manticore 15 (AC17 11/57)

The Manticore is very hurt. If you can strike the Manticore from 250' up, then you may be able to drop it. If it falls unconscious from that height it is dead.

Ragnir looks on pulls his arrow as far back as he can and looses an arrow.

+1 Longbow: 1d20 + 7 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 7 - 4 = 191d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

The arrow sticks into the Manticore. Encouraged, he immediately grabs another arrow and let's it fly.

+1 Longbow: 1d20 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (17) + 2 - 4 = 151d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

But the second arrow had no punch in it and fell harmlessly back to the earth.

The Manticore has 9HPS left.

Round 3

[Dice= Long Crossbow Shot]1d20+8+20-2-2;1d8

Kaos curses under his breath as it just scratches the beast.

=30 to hit 1 damage

Anga casts a magic missile
magic missile: 4d4 + 8 ⇒ (2, 3, 2, 1) + 8 = 16

Round 2

Haskyll taps Anga on the shoulder.
Torag will not be looking for you today.
Holy Smite: 4d8 + 8 ⇒ (4, 7, 2, 3) + 8 = 24 Burning spell for CCW

Round 3

Seeing Everyone still standing or in cover, Haskyll unlimbers a (forgotten about) crossbow, and lets fly a bolt

Crossbow: 1d20 + 6 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (12) + 6 + 1 - 4 = 15
BAB, MWK, Range
damage: 1d8 ⇒ 2

Only to have his bolt fly off into the night.

Ulfgard shrugs and tries to give Anga full cover with his own body!

Round Two Finish

Haskyll ask for and receives healing for Anga.

Round Three

Kaos fires an arrow into the heavens. The shaft strikes the Manticore with little penetration.

Anga fires a Magic Missile. It soars skyward only to dissipate well before reaching the Manticore.

Anga's Magic Missile has a range of 180 feet. The Manticore is 250 feet in the air.

Ragnir manages to get an arrow to strike the Manticore, but with only slightly more affect than Kaos' arrow.

Haskyll fires a crossbow bolt up at the Manticore. It harmlessly flies off into the night.

Kaos 18 (AC21SH25 84/92)
Anga 17 (AC20/SH24 G28 53/53)
Ulfgard 17 (AC20/G24/N31 94/103)
Manticore 15 (AC17 14/57)
Ragnir 15 (AC22/G26N28 59/69)
Leira 11 (AC19 56/56)
Droja 7 (AC16 45/55)
Haskyll 5(AC22/G26 57/57)

Leira's Round Three and Everyone's Round Four

Spell Failure True Strike: 1d100 ⇒ 38