Old School Greyhawk II - Baltron’s Beacon (I7) PFRPG (570CY - Southern Keoland) (Inactive)

Game Master ALLENDM

Is that last perception for Cerilis or Sylas?

Thanim hears the others talking outside, but concerns himself with his work within. He prepares his remaining spell slots (Shield of Faith, Shield Other) and tends to his patients. Recognizing that soon, it will be his time to be cared for, he makes plans to explain his satchel to Bynoth, "He likes his battles, but he can heal, too." He lays out his shield with his crossbow and straps his mace to his belt. "Pelor, hopefully, these will not be necessary, but grant me thy strength if they are."

Once he has made his rounds in the cabin, he steps out the door. "Bynoth!" he calls out, "Scourge of Hextor! Do not get too close, but I have 2 things for you. First, a ring." He places a ring on his own finger then sets another down. "Put on this ring, and if things do not go well, when you are close to me I shall call upon Pelor to protect you and have me share your pain. Second, this satchel. When it becomes such that any of us need care, this kit is blessed of Pelor and will help when giving aid. Use it to keep us in this battle for life." He explains the use before giving a grim smile and returning to the cabin.

The Farmhouse
Evening
5th Day of Readying (Early Spring) of 570cy(Day 3)
Farmer's Cabin Map

Perception for Surprise
Bynoth 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
Cerilis 1d20 + 13 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 13 + 2 = 21(elevated position)
Maja 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15

Stealth 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19

There is a feeling of foreboding all around you; the forest is dark and silent not single insect or animal is making a noise. The three companions can feel it...first Cerelis sees them, just shadows in the trees, silhouettes, dark images amongst the darkness. Then Bynoth sees them on his side, at first he senses them but his eyes lock on to their images mixed in with the darkness, trees, and grass. Maja turns and sees that Bynoth is staring into the woods his body is tensed. The creatures seem to blend back into the surrounding area.

They gain concealment and cover.

Initiative Order

1st Group
Maja
Perri (in room unaware currently)
Harry (in room unaware currently)
Group 1 Possessed Dogs and Plague Dogs

2nd Group
Cerilis
Thanim (in house)
Bynoth

3rd Group
Sylas (in room and unaware currently)
Group 2
Group 3

The dogs all begin to howl and as they do inside the house Harry and Sylas can feel an overwhelming sense of dread. At first it as if someone tightened a vice around their chest and suddenly it was around their entire body squeezing...then their heads feel like someone stabbed a hot burning poker in the back of their neck. It goes away as the howling stops, slowly fading away to nothing...but it was a poke at the two sick companions by the creatures outside. Thanim can see the sudden pain the two are in as he turns to try and mark the direction of the howling.

I am tied to the roof asleep and assume I wake at the howling

perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14

The Farmhouse
Evening
5th Day of Readying (Early Spring) of 570cy(Day 3)
Farmer's Cabin Map

First group of Dogs

Sylas sees the three dogs in the brush and trees to the southwest as he moves along the southern side of the roof. One of them in the center looks right at Cerilis...its glowing emerald green eyes glare right at him. Those eyes seem to have wisps of vapor coming off them and although hard to tell it appears this is one of the dogs from the farm that ran off. It is different now...its fur has all fallen off and the skin appears dark and malformed and diseased. It seems to push the other two dogs away from itself and then it turns back to the house and it opens its mouth... The mouth seems to elongate and the jaws seem to move in a way that is not possible. Out of its mouth comes some form of language you have not heard before and mixed into it a mix of incantations and barking. The sounds are horrible in nature...they stab at your soul.

As the thing calls its dark magic forth the two dogs by its side seem to stomp their feet and spin around in excitment as they nip and bark. The ground three fire pits to the west and right near Maja starts to make weird noises like air popping out from the dirt and then she sees a sickly green vapor start to rise from the ground.

Sticking Cloud - GREEN CIRCLE next round will engulf that area.

Initiative Order
1st Group
Maja
Perri (in room unaware currently)
Harry (in room unaware currently)
Group 1 Possessed Dogs and Plague Dogs ((DONE))

2nd Group
Cerilis (in room unware currently)
Thanim (in house)
Bynoth

3rd Group
Sylas (on roof - tied to center beam)
Group 2
Group 3

I am tied to the roof asleep and assume I wake at the howling

[Dice=perception]1d20+11

You just bedded down when it happened.

Harry jerks upright as he hears the wolves baying outside the cabin. As he listens to the wolves call he feels a wash of terror as the arcan sounds assault his ears.

Not sure if Harry can determine if spellcasting is taking place but if yes...Spellcraft: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18

"Wake up, the dogs are attacking!"

Though when noxious fumes arise from the area around her fire pits, Maja is seen scrambling back. "Magic-wielding dogs? I think we're in trouble!"

Move, total defense.

Round 1
Conditions: 57 HP

Thanim hears the dogs howl and sees his ill companions react. "This disease, this sickness, is unnatural, evil to its core. It seems to summon these stricken animals. They are drawn to and intensify the suffering." He shakes his head to clear it of the dread thoughts and wipes Cerilis' forehead, doing what he can to give comfort.

Maja cries out. "Oh no!", but the thought barely has time to form before Thanim scoops up his shield and crossbow. "Don't worry," he tells the others in the cabin, "Keep the door shut and we'll take care of this." He hustles out the door and lets it shut beind him, "Though the sun has set, give us strength that we may see it rise once more." He takes position at the door and surveys the circumstance.

Perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19 (general awareness of what's going on)

spellcraft+know arcana+know religion: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (3) + 15 = 18

Here and waiting for slot in initiative :)

--snip--

Thanim hears the others talking outside, but concerns himself with his work within. He prepares his remaining spell slots (Shield of Faith, Shield Other) and tends to his patients.
--snip--

Oops. Meant to say that I prepared Bless, not Shield of Faith.

Can Thanim also make a spellcraft? He's inside when the dog casts.

If so...
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24 If not, I'm saving that roll! lol

The Farmhouse
Evening
5th Day of Readying (Early Spring) of 570cy(Day 3)
Farmer's Cabin Map

1st Round
Pack of Possessed Infected Dogs
Farmer's Old Cabin in the Glade
Campfires - Yellow circle is normal light/40 ft is dim light
Open area around cabin is normal ground. All ground under trees is diffcult terrian - no running, acrobatics at -2, moving up hills is double movement rate.

Thanim wrote:

--snip--

Thanim hears the others talking outside, but concerns himself with his work within. He prepares his remaining spell slots (Shield of Faith, Shield Other) and tends to his patients.
--snip--

Oops. Meant to say that I prepared Bless, not Shield of Faith.

Got it!

Can Thanim also make a spellcraft? He's inside when the dog casts.

If so...
[dice=Spellcraft]1d20+4 If not, I'm saving that roll! lol

You hear Maja and Sylas call out alerting everyone to the intruders...then you hear what sounds like a dog but it is much more...the sound is an incantation...but it is mixed with some sort of foul language...something you have never heard. The cabin walls are muffling the sound so it is hard to nail down the specifics...but it can't be good.

Round 1

As the alert goes up, and their fell foes clamour with an evil intent, Bynoth bellows to Maja knowing she stands front and centre alone;

'Lady Hobniz! Do you stand firm girl? What fell magicks do they wield?"

He squints at the gloom beyond the firelight but holds position.

"Ach. I cannot see them..."

No actions this round - waiting for this siege to develop.

"One of the dogs spoke a foul, soul-piercing tongue, its mouth moving in a way that shouldn't be possible!" Maja continues in her defensive position, but at Bynoth's question she stands a little higher in defiance of her fear.

Thanim wrote:

Can Thanim also make a spellcraft? He's inside when the dog casts.

If so...
[dice=Spellcraft]1d20+4 If not, I'm saving that roll! lol

You hear Maja and Sylas call out alerting everyone to the intruders...then you hear what sounds like a dog but it is much more...the sound is an incantation...but it is mixed with some sort of foul language...something you have never heard. The cabin walls are muffling the sound so it is hard to nail down the specifics...but it can't be good.

Could Thanim tell enough to look at the spoilers you included above? He would have a +2 to his roll from religion.

ALLENDM wrote:

Thanim wrote:

Can Thanim also make a spellcraft? He's inside when the dog casts.

If so...
[dice=Spellcraft]1d20+4 If not, I'm saving that roll! lol

You hear Maja and Sylas call out alerting everyone to the intruders...then you hear what sounds like a dog but it is much more...the sound is an incantation...but it is mixed with some sort of foul language...something you have never heard. The cabin walls are muffling the sound so it is hard to nail down the specifics...but it can't be good.

Could Thanim tell enough to look at the spoilers you included above? He would have a +2 to his roll from religion.

My last post for you is what you hear. Plus you would have heard Maja clearly.

1st Round
Pack of Possessed Infected Dogs
Farmer's Old Cabin in the Glade
Campfires - Yellow circle is normal light/40 ft is dim light
Open area around cabin is normal ground. All ground under trees is diffcult terrian - no running, acrobatics at -2, moving up hills is double movement rate.

Sylas casts web from the path to the ravine trying to cut that off and catch some animals in it. (DC 17)

Sylas casts web from the path to the ravine trying to cut that off and catch some animals in it. (DC 17)

I put a line (vertical) to the right of the map for your web can you place the line on where you want it.

it's a 20'radius, I want to cover at least three dogs toward Maja moving from the ravine toward the dogs, and it isn't letting me draw

I thought I had opened edit right. Let me check when I get home tonight.

it's a 20'radius, I want to cover at least three dogs toward Maja moving from the ravine toward the dogs, and it isn't letting me draw

I double checked the edit rights and it is set for everyone to be able to edit the map.

I centered it on a spot just behind the tree in front of the ravine. That would put all three in the ravine. Let me know if are fine with this...BLUE LINE CIRCLE. What is your DC for the spell?

Second (North) and Third (Northeast) Group of Dogs

The possessed dog looks at Maja move out of the befouled area from the first possessed dog. It calls out in the same dark language, it is almost incomprehensible, but it is both dark and sinister at the same time. As the creature calls on whatever dark force it calls master the ground under and around Maja and near Bynoth begins to bubble and bouts of dark green gas comes out of the ground. Thanim can see it now as is on the porch and he hears the dark calling of the creature. The third possessed dog also calls out on these dark forces, the sound is similar. The ground to the east of Maja and Byntoh also begins to bubble and air begins to pop all around them as a green foul gas begins to seep out of the ground. The infected dogs in both the north and the northeast group seem to jump in excitement and move forward ready to charge but something is holding them back. As that occurs you hear Sylas casting a spell on the roof. The casting is so different from what you hear from the two demonic looking dogs... As Sylas finishes suddenly from the northeast all of you hear yelping and this weird barking but it is almost humoniod sounding in a way... In the shadows you can see three dogs are caught up in a bunch of sticky web strands.

Thanim, Bynoth, and Sylas can make another Spellcraft roll and add any synergy bonus for this casting and the casting by the third possessed dog.

Both Sylas Web spell and group 2 and group 3 possessed dog's spells go off at the same time.

Maja needs to make a FORT save (DC13).
Bynoth needs to make a FORT save (DC13). I am not making you roll twice as both spells are affecting the same area.

Group 3 packs is now GRAPPLED.

Fort: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23. Maja instinctively inhales some fresh air before the gas arises, keeping her safe for now. Though who knew how long that would last?

She hurries toward the door, but doesn't dare open it until the right moment.

Move to door, ready action to open the door after Dog Group 2 has acted.

fine location for the spell thanks

As the fell dogs mutter in their strange tongue, Bynoth attempts to discern anything about the majicks they seem to wield;

Spellcraft 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (17) + 9 = 26

Then as foul gasses seeps from the ground at his feet, the priest curses their intent as he braces himself to resist the noxious fumes:

"Fell spawn of chaos! I will wrack your souls and bones for this!"

DC13 Fortitude: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24

Evening
5th Day of Readying (Early Spring) of 570cy(Day 3)
Farmer's Cabin Map

2nd Round
Pack of Possessed Infected Dogs
Farmer's Old Cabin in the Glade
Campfires - Yellow circle is normal light/40 ft is dim light
Open area around cabin is normal ground. All ground under trees is diffcult terrian - no running, acrobatics at -2, moving up hills is double movement rate.

Both Maja and Bynoth made their saves.

Both Maja and Bynoth manage to inhale fresh air quickly before they are engulfed in the noxious fumes. Thanim, as he moves to the porch and sees the scene play out in front of him. Thanim can see the glow of the green eyes of the dog in the north group staring at him as the thing seems to bark commands to the two dogs beside it. He can hear the barking and yelping from the dogs in the northeast, caught in the web that Sylas cast to hold them in place.

Group 1

The two infected dogs from the southwest dash down towards the west side of the house. Their ears pinned down, fangs barred looking to breach the barriers of the encampment.

The dog with the green glowing eyes looks at Sylas and howls...the howl is long and drawn but then it again calls forth in a series of growls and some dark deformed language. Sylas can see the thatched roof begin to pop up and down as whiffs of foul green gas spout out of the roof and area around him.

Those in the house can see the long branches and thatch above their heads move around as weird noises come from above their heads.

Sylas needs to make a FORT SAVE DC13 - Stinking Cloud

As the fell dogs mutter in their strange tongue, Bynoth attempts to discern anything about the majicks they seem to wield;

Spellcraft 1d20+9

Then as foul gasses seeps from the ground at his feet, the priest curses their intent as he braces himself to resist the noxious fumes:

"Fell spawn of chaos! I will wrack your souls and bones for this!"

DC13 Fortitude: 1d20+9

It is a spell - stinking cloud but the incantation is mixed with another older language. It is older than infernal but it similar and at the same time different.

not in the face!

fort save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20

spellcraft[/dice: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21

Sylas takes a big gulp of air and thinks that was dirty play but then hey pot calling the kettle black...

The green-eyed dog barks and speaks in its dark language. Thanim shudders at the foul feel of the force it calls forth, but he pays close attention, trying to divine its purpose.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 4 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 2 + 2 = 9 <+2 religion, +2 multiple casting synergy>

ok. He doesn't pay that close attention. Nice symmetry, though...

not in the face!

[Dice=fort save]1d20+2

[Dice=spellcraft1d20+15

Sylas takes a big gulp of air and thinks that was dirty play but then hey pot calling the kettle black...

Sylas realizes quickly that the foul creature was casting spell called stinking cloud.

The companions inside the cabin can now here the noises outside and their friends calling out to each other. It is apparent they are under attack.

Need to know what Maja, Perri, and Harry are doing in 2nd round? They are up.

My prior post basically stands, except I won't open the door.

Maja stumbles back to the door. She decides she better not open it and let the fumes in. Instead, she stands guard, waiting to see if the dogs would emerge from the noxious fog.

Pulling himself to his feet, Perri grabs the tools of his trade and looks through any windows to try to understand what's happening out there.

That's at least a round of activity, so I'm stopping myself from continuing, yet.

Harry struggles out of the bed, his nostrils catching a faint whiff of the noxious fog. Fell magicks wielded here! He shudders briefly before moving to the window next to Perri.

"Och...this nae be good..." he murmurs aloud to himself before peering out the window...

If Harry cannot notice the group of demon-dogs to the SW of him by the privy then he will hold his action...otherwise...

He notes the various clouds of billowing noxious fog yet also sees the pack off nearby the privy awaiting...something.

Perhaps I kin slow them down 'ere...

Reaching into the wellspring of his sorcerous blood he points to a spot just outside the privy and soon a bank of pale fog billows out from that point encircling the two pack dogs.

Harry casts Fog Cloud as indicated on the map with the light blue circle.

Aiming at the second group to the other flank Sylas casts glitterdust upon the three of them (if possible) (DC 17) attempting to give his group the best chance possible.

My prior post basically stands, except I won't open the door.

Maja stumbles back to the door. She decides she better not open it and let the fumes in. Instead, she stands guard, waiting to see if the dogs would emerge from the noxious fog.

Maja gets under the roof and by the door as she sees the entire camp area and surrounding woods fill with the noxious fumes.

Pulling himself to his feet, Perri grabs the tools of his trade and looks through any windows to try to understand what's happening out there.

That's at least a round of activity, so I'm stopping myself from continuing, yet.

The only windows are on the north side. One over the bed in the northwest corner and one on the northeast side just outside of the porch. There are no other windows.

Perri moves to the northwest corner and looks out the window. The fires and noxious green fog makes it hard to figure out what is going on. You can hear Maja coughing to the right of you just outside of door.

Harry struggles out of the bed, his nostrils catching a faint whiff of the noxious fog. Fell magicks wielded here! He shudders briefly before moving to the window next to Perri.

"Och...this nae be good..." he murmurs aloud to himself before peering out the window...

If Harry cannot notice the group of demon-dogs to the SW of him by the privy then he will hold his action...otherwise...

He notes the various clouds of billowing noxious fog yet also sees the pack off nearby the privy awaiting...something.

Perhaps I kin slow them down 'ere...

Reaching into the wellspring of his sorcerous blood he points to a spot just outside the privy and soon a bank of pale fog billows out from that point encircling the two pack dogs.

Harry casts Fog Cloud as indicated on the map with the light blue circle.

Harry sees Perri move towards the only window near them. He moves towards Perri but stops in his tracks trying to figure out what is going on. He can hear Sylas casting above them on the roof and then he curses and has he looks up he can see the green fog in floating in the thatch and sticks that make up the roof.

Aiming at the second group to the other flank Sylas casts glitterdust upon the three of them (if possible) (DC 17) attempting to give his group the best chance possible.

Sylas is in group 3. I will hold your action to when group 3 is ready to move :)

The Farmhouse
Evening
5th Day of Readying (Early Spring) of 570cy(Day 3)
Farmer's Cabin Map

Group 2 is now up; Cerilis, Thanim, and Bynoth.

2nd Round
Pack of Possessed Infected Dogs
Farmer's Old Cabin in the Glade
Campfires - Yellow circle is normal light/40 ft is dim light
Stink Cloud - Green circle is 20ft radius and 20ft up in the air is dim light. Acts as a fog cloud on vision (see below).
[b]Open area around cabin is normal ground. All ground under trees is diffcult terrian - no running, acrobatics at -2, moving up hills is double movement rate.

Cerilis looks at the others that are inside.
We got company....
he drags his weapon across the floor behind him as he gets ready to defend the cabin.

Round 2

Bynoth remains outside as no clear foe attempts to breach their bulwarks and defences.

The priest of war moves to a more central position in-front of the cabin (20ft. Move), smiling cruelly to himself;

These lapdogs of pestilence seek to distract and chew at our defenses... Savvy but they did not account for a Soldier of Hextor to stand vigil against them...

He raises his own voice in prayer, bestowing the warmongering blessings of his god to the group;

"Lord of Conflict: The Many Arms of War! His will shall be obeyed!"
"Hear this oath from your servant in bloodshed and student of battle!"
"Grant those who stand with me your lore, your keen edge."
"So that they too may proffer bloodied iron and hewed foes!"
"And hold our enemies hearts in the glorified flame!"
"Lord of Conflict: The Many Arms of War!"
"Glory to Hextor! His will shall be obeyed!"

Standard Action - Cast Prayer: +1 luck bonus on attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saves, and skill checks, while each of your foes takes a -1 penalty on such rolls. 40ft Radius burst from Bynoth.

Round 2
Conditions: Healthy | 57 HP | +3 Deflection | +2 Luck

Perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (12) + 5 = 17 (listen for dogs advancing)

Thanim sets the crossbow on the porch and readies his shield. He searches through the dense fog, but can make out nothing beyond a few feet. Giving up on seeing anything, he listens intently. He hears the sorcerer above and calls out to him, "Sylas, get out of that cloud! It's from evil and will do you no good!" He then looks at Bynoth, "What is this foul stench, anyway? I heard the terrible words, but could not understand them." He casts Shield of Faith (Glory) upon himself and stands ready.