Garrath kills the Ugly as it rises out of the triangular pool.
Before we bring in another one of the Uglies, let me ask for a little extra healing.
Once more, then Lyr will be down to one remaining.
Better!
Erylium struggles to free herself from Brandark's binding, but is unable to make progress.
Brandark seeing the ugly go down, walks back over to the little creature, and places his axe blade on her throat.
Still, or I will use my axe with intent.
Lady Lyr, my thanks for your skill at healing.
The pool still radiates, though dimmer than previously. From the Thassilonian writings on the walls of this place you will discern that the triangular pool is known as a Runewell. The rest is confusing at best. It seems that this Cathedral was built to honor WRATH.
Wich magical auras? And to undestand it K.Arcane or Spellcraft?
Round Nineteen
While speaking something in Elvish to Elektra, Kelvin stows his longbow, picks up the dropped rapier and goes over to the bound creature, and stands next to Brandark. He holds the rapier at the creatures throat, and looks to Elektra for an answer.
Nodding to Kelvin she is still analyzing if the aura was diminished through the summoning of the creature.
Then Elektra will warn the others and let another drop of blood fall into the pool. "This is a danger waiting to happen. If we drain the pool Sandpoint should be safer!"
Round Twenty
An Ugly emerges coming out in a tempest and strikes Elektra.
The pool's glow dims further, but there appears to be life in it still.
Shalelu will take a double shot of arrows at the Ugly.
Shalelu will put a pair of arrows into Ugly.
Garrath tightens his grip on his Falchion and attempts to cleave into the Ugly again, "There will be an end to you, and we will be it!"
Do we need this thing alive Elektra? Brandark Growls
Lyr attacks with her Glaive.
That will kill this Ugly.
Elektra trusts the others to deal with ugly while her opponent is a pool of transformative magic, an enemy even more vile in its innocence.
Take a step back right next to garreth and flick a drop in the pool. Then hide behind him.
Round Twenty-One
Elektra flicks another drop of blood into the pool.
Garrath returns back to normal size.
The pool dims even further.
Round Twenty-Two
As the Ugly emerges, the swirling mass in the pool fades to nothing leaving an empty stone basin.
Shalelu will send two more arrows just before the Ugly attacks.
She sticks the Ugly at least once, but not enough to drop it.
Sinful thoughts will plague Garrath's mind, so much so that it sickens him.
After dispatching the bound demon, Kelvin sheathes his rapier, draws his longbow and shoots an arrow at the ugly, and critically hits it.
"Well that was interesting. Elektra, do you know what caused them to appear from the pool?"
Garrath shakes his head to clear the thoughts, but obviously whatever happened still haunts him. Even so, he brings his Falchion to bear.
bab+power attack+ reckless abandon -2
Brandark, moves up to the ugly and attempts to hack it down
"Ancient Magic of a vile brutal way. A magic the transform magic energy and blood into an abdomination. It was time...... to end it. My dear Kelvin, and all the others, this is magic of an unholy kind. Do not get me wrong, we elves are mighty in the ways of magic. But we try to do in harmony of the world.... they try to rape it.
Lyr swings her Glaive.
And as appropriate, Lyr cuts down the last Ugly.
The pool's contents is empty. The coldness in the room fades.
Well, that interesting. Any ideas on what these indicating the ugly things are ?
Lady Elektra, also any suggestions for when we run into the next set of these ?
Looking at Brandark and examining the dead bodies Elektra takes her time, scribbles down notes and looks up another entry in her diary. After she is sure she has found enough to answer she replies."This is just a theory, mind you, but I think those things are warriorslaves. Created to follow the whim of their creator. There are many rumors about the magical might of old Thassalonia and we follow in their footsteps. My suggestion for what to do when we meet them again. Kill them. My magic is of a diffrent kind, working to support and to hinder, not to destroy, but what I can do, I will offer in your aid! I think we should explore this area to its fullest. And the little dagger this slime had will fetch a pretty copper I guess."
After a moment of ponder Elektra continues.I think we have spend enough time here. Let us try the next room. Taking care all magical items are taken care of, she prepares to move back to the statue and take the middle hall.
At the Statue of Alaznist, Lyr will Channel her last healing, then make leave of the party.
Lyr returns briefly with Sergeant Zander in tow. Then makes her leave again.
"She is going after more help," the Sergeant looks back toward Lyr.
"I noticed the bodies of the creatures in the tunnel. What are those thing?". Zander has a more quizzical expression than one of fear or disgust.
Sergeant, I am not entirely sure, but Lady Elektra knows more about them than I.
However, if you can station a couple of soldiers in this area for now. The door to the north is lightly spiked.
It can be opened, but will make an awful noise if it is forced.
With that, Brandark heads after Elektra.
Within an hour, Father Zantus with three more guards arrive on the scene. "Lyr told us about what has happened. We can hold this point overnight. Go rest, and return refreshed. Unfortunately Lyr has been summoned out-of-town. She hurried and left quickly. She will be missed. In the meantime, who is injured?" Father Zantus will heal up the party.
The earlier sparse crowd at the Rusty Dragon begins to fill as several travelers enter the Tavern and Inn.
By Sarenrae's grace, my thanks father.
Shortly after the recruitment drive at the Dragon.
Kelvin, where did you sell that little bauble to. You know, the one that looks like Elektra's new toy Brandark waves his hand in the direction of the Ranseur.
I hope that the Shayliss is not here tonight, that would be embarassing.
Ameiko will fill Calene's tankard with some more Dwarven Ale, "Bring your tankard. Let me show you to your room. There is no charge for room and board for the 'Heroes of Sandpoint.'"
A haggard Mayor Deverin will rush in to the Rusty Dragon approaching the remaining party members in the Common Room, "Please hurry to relieve Padre Zantus. We have lost too many. I don't know what this town would do without him." Her voice trails off, "I don't know what I would do without him."
Madam, we will be down there shortly after first light.
It was unfortunate that Lady Lyr got called back by her church.
That forced this unfortunate delay, however, where they are, is as safe as we could make it.
"I understand. Thank you," the Mayor warmly shakes Brandark's hand.
End of Day Seven
"I do not believe I have earned any such title, Ms. Kaijitsu, but I am afraid I am not so strong willed as to refuse a free room," Calene replies, inclining her head towards Ameiko. "Unfortunately, before I can retire for the evening, I have much to discuss with my new companions."
Brandark waves takes a last ale, and fills Calene in on what has happened so far.
You should be able to earn such a title lady Calene
As the night wears on, Calene divulges the following information:
Lady Calene Valdemar was born into a side branch of the rich Valdemar merchant family. When she was born, the curious mug-shaped birthmark on her left hand led her family to realize that she was destined to become a great priest of Cayden Cailean; she was given the name Calene, after Cailean. When she came of age, she began her schooling by the clergy of the Accidental God. Although her duties consisted mostly of menial tasks, and the local “temple” was little more than a side room in an alehouse, she took to them with a passion. As she grew older, she was encouraged as all clergy are to travel and see more of the world. Her continuing travels have led her to Sandpoint, where she has been lured in by rumors of the fine taverns local to the city. She has a passing familiarity with the city, as one of her distant relatives aided greatly in establishing the city’s economy.
Shalelu rises early in the morning. The party will find her in the kitchen with Ameiko ready to go and drinking hot tea.
Day Eight
Brighteyed and Bushytailed Elektra starts early in the morning.
Greeting their new addition she will stock her spells for the day.