Ongoing PFS campaign. (Inactive)

Game Master Chyrone

Vassago moves into the chamber and twirls his hand, sending a ball of water towards the elemental that just assaulted Sele.

Water Blast @ Sexy elemental: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 8 + 1 = 23
Damage on hit: 3d6 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (2, 3, 4) + 8 + 1 = 18

Whoops, I messed up fixing the initiative roster. Now I got it.

Vassago, what kind of damage was that? Bludgeoning?

Sele manages to catch the entity on his not-terribly flammable armor, sparing himself a lot of pain.

The more anthropoid elemental's blaze diminishes dramatically after Vassago's dowsing, but it still stands.

sexy elemental (-18)
___________
Vassago
Keera
___________
far-out elemental
___________
Chyras
Sele
Kenji

@GM: Yeah, bludgeoning... not cold :P

Puppeteering Keera...

Keera steps into the fray with her new companion (using Alacorta's statistics bloc...or did you bring him back like Spenser did?)!

[dice=Keera's scimitar vs "sexy," flank]1d20+6[/dice]
damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

[dice=Alacorta´s bite vs "far-out"]1d20+5[/dice]
damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Alacorta´s claw: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Alacorta´s claw: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

The nimble beings evade most of their attacks, but the roc manages at least buffet one with the force of its lunge.

The second elemental, an especially alien-looking specimen, launches a pseudopod of strangely-colored superheated smoke at Sele!

slam, flank: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13
damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Sele, another Reflex save, please.

sexy elemental (-18)
___________
Vassago
Keera
___________
far-out elemental (-3)
___________
Chyras
Sele (32/44)
Kenji

Just to be clear, I expect PCs to track their own hit points.

Chyras, be sure to place a token for your Eidolon (assuming you have her presently summoned, that is).

Let's call Alacorta V 2.0 for now ;)

Chyras walks closer (from the map's perspective) and casts acid splash at the north elemental.
Rt, into melee: 1d20 + 4 - 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 - 4 = 12Acid: 1d3 ⇒ 3

Reflex: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19

Then Sele launches an attack at sexy elemental that he is flanking

Greatsword+PA: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 232d6 + 13 ⇒ (6, 2) + 13 = 21

Sele swings his sword with a mighty *WHOOSH*, thereby dodging the worst of the one elemental's flames and putting out the other!

Vassago
Keera
___________
far-out elemental (-3)
___________
Chyras
Sele (32/44)
Kenji

If the elemental isn't vanquished by his turn, Chyras moves around to cast acid splash again.
Rt: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 111d3 ⇒ 3

My mistake, I should have de-bolded Chyras's name, too. Could you please put a link to the maps at the top of the page, Chyras?

Vassago
Keera
___________
far-out elemental (-3)
___________
Chyras
Sele (32/44)
Kenji

Link's up.

Kenji strikes at the remaining elemental, imbuing his first attack with cold damage (the extra 1d6).

to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (13) + 9 = 22
dmg if hits: 1d8 + 3 + 1d6 ⇒ (1) + 3 + (6) = 10 (if it's vulnerable to cold, that should be 13)

to hit: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17
dmg if hits: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

Then he takes a step away, hoping to maneuver into flank next opportunity.

I could confirm it's not liking cold.

Keera moves to flank the other elemental to help "relative". Wait for me! We'll fight better that way!

Keera cymitar, flanking: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 6 + 2 = 191d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
[dice= Alacorta´s bite vs "far-out", flanking]1d20 + 5 ;1d6 + 2 [/dice]
[dice= Alacorta´s claw vs "far-out", flanking]1d20 + 5 ;1d4 + 2 [/dice]
[dice= Alacorta´s claw vs "far-out", flanking]1d20 + 5 ;1d4 + 2 [/dice]

The second elemental is quickly snuffed by Kenji's and Alacorta's battery.

Combat over.

That danger defeated, you are free to look around the canyon. The bull-headed statues leer down on the valley while the flame-carved hoodoos rise gracefully far above the canyon floor. The arch at the east end of the canyon has a multitude of faint runes carved on its front.

Being fluent in Ignan, Vassago can tell that most of the glyphs are prayers to Moloch begging for the grace of immolation. Kenji, meanwhile, quickly notices that a few of the more ancient glyphs are written in Kelish, but have been partially rubbed out recently.

We'll say you take 10 on your Perception checks, since you have the time.

You find two perfectly-mummified corpses in a small outcrop near the brass gate and upon them you find four flasks of faintly shimmering clear liquid and four unusually ornate arrows.

Beyond the arch, the red stone hoodoos open up to a massive citadel. The stronghold appears to have two parts: the nearest is a squat, square fortress covered in decaying plaster and topped by an enormous minaret from which a thin plume of smoke escapes. The plaster walls are richly decorated with intricate geometric carvings of dancing flames, and smaller minarets rise from the corners. At the east end of that building, the valley floor drops suddenly and a windowless second structure perches on a plateau beyond, rising gracefully from the void in a tangle of minarets and spires. Even though centuries of sand have scoured away most of the gold leaf that once decorated the structure, the sunlight reflecting off the deep red stone of the citadel makes the entire structure glow like a massive bonfire. A delicate, red, enclosed bridge links the first fortress with the second one beyond. A pair of massive brass doors covered in a flowing decorative script blocks access to the near fortress. Vassago recognizes the script as more formalized versions of the prayers to Moloch you've already seen.

You'll need to make a DC 20 Strength check to open the doors - do you take any special precautions while opening them?

Sele inspects the findings from the corpses

"May you Milani's peace speed you on to your final resting place." he murmurs

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

Then he takes out his wand of cure light wounds and uses it on himself clw wand: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4
clw wand: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8

Take 10 for 18 on spellcraft.

Spellcraft 22: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

Chyras holds one of the flasks in hand, and slowly turns it around.
"Ah, dese liquids, dese are oils to bless a weapon, usually to get past malicious creatures' defenses."

Chyras puts an ear to the door.
Perception: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (15) - 1 = 14

Chyras hears nothing but the whistling of the desert wind.

Anyone else want to try anything before/while opening the doors?

Water Shield is up... ummm nothing else I can do. One of the weaknesses of most kineticists :P

Vassago is grateful the combat is short. "Well done! I am pleased this went by much more smoothly than our previous assignment's opening."

At the door, Vassago's language skills come in handy at the door. "More prayers.", he comments, although he notes the securely sealed door.

Before the door is opened, Vassago offers to generate a bit of cooling moisture to stave off the heat for those who need it.

Before the doors are opened, Kenji approaches Chyras and asks, "You're an arcane caster... is mage armor something you're familiar with? and if so, can you use this wand on me before we open these doors?"

Chyras nods.

"Dat's a basic one."

He takes the wand and activates it on Kenji, before handing it back.

"Thanks"

He stows the wand in the sash at his belt...

Moving forward; we'll assume you do whatever it takes to make the Strength check.

Were it not for the omnipresent howl of the desert wind to compete with the sound, the squeak-bordering-on-scream of the great doors being opened once again would scarcely be tolerable. As you walk in, you are hit hard by the heat inside, which is (a bit oddly) even worse than the desert outside. This isn't going to be the most comfortable dungeon-delve, and those of you in armor feel it becoming particularly stifling.
Aside from that, the interior is surprisingly nice. Considering the citadel's age, it has kept quite well; the thick stone walls are still covered with plaster, and the decorations are mostly intact. The entry hall in which you now stand was clearly meant to impress visitors. Many rows of stout pillars, carved to resemble writhing flames, surround the center of the room where a spiral staircase, devoid of rails or walls, leads up to the minaret above. A large bonfire burns in the middle of the staircase, casting normal illumination throughout the room, and the walls are covered in gold-filigree writing, which Vassago recognizes as prayers like the ones outside, preaching surrender to the flame, as well as stylized efreeti faces spaced every 5 feet. Massive obsidian benches line the walls, and a thick layer of desert sand covers the floor and stairs, especially near the entryway. Within them, you see a set of footprints headed up the stairs.

What do you do?

"Someone obviously went this way and up... and recently.. perhaps we should follow?" Kenji takes a few steps in that direction, hoping the others will agree to go that way.

Sele will put his armour on now..

"Uhh.. I may to take this off again.... later."

Then he follows Kenji.. "Lead on good sir."

Seeing Sele at least backs his choice, Kenji starts up the stairs once Sele is armoured and ready to go. He will be careful to step where the previous person placed his footsteps so as to avoid any traps if possible.

perception for traps: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (11) + 13 = 24

As Kenji begins to ascend the stairs, Kenji notices something odd about the footsteps he's following - then he figures it out: They're illusions!

Kenji pauses and steps back, motioning for the others to stop. "These footprints are tricks.. illusions to befuddle the mind... We are being led astray perhaps? Maybe we should search the ground level more carefully before going upstairs? or perhaps we should avoid where they stepped because of traps?"

Sele has a good look around to see if he can perceive anything noteworthy

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19

"Non, i tink we'd better just search de lower floor. We might be watched now."

Chyras grabs his light crossbow, and turns to descend.

Down below, he looks at the most prominent objects.
Perception: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (11) - 1 = 10, and is obviously more intrigued by the pictures than spotting anything hidden.

If you dwant to check it I can go up flying to check if there's traps or something relevant upstairs.

But I also think it's better to check first the lowest floor. The false footprints must have been placed with a purpouse. And taking in account who's dedicated this temple to, we can assume it's a nefarious one.

The she chaks the surroundings, looking for more traps or the observers Chyras suggested to exist.

Perception: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (16) + 13 = 29

Nice roll Keera.

@Chyras: You haven't placed a token for your Eidolon yet. Is she there or not?

Suddenly, there is a strange rustling noise from upstairs. There's definitely somebody - or something, up there...

Keera notices a soft scarlet light emanating from the mouth and eyes of the efreet carving just across from the entrance. There's something behind it....

She's not been summoned yet. I've thus far played with her in melee, when we were short on those. With Kenji & Sele being present, i figured she could sit one out, unless needed.

Will save vs Mind: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22

Sele turns his head to the side and moves a few steps to the side trying to gauge where the sound is coming from and it's quality

"Something rings hollow about that sound, yes it seems it's another illusion, what have you found Keera?"."

will save: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27

Something hidden behind the efreet carving, but not sure what is hidden. One of you, bold men, would mind to check it? Says Keera as he cast guidance on whoever offers to check it.

If everybody refuses Keera will look by herself

will save: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25

"Yes, let's definitely stay away from upstairs until and unless we finish down here... " Kenji looks to the carving and then at Sele to see if he's going to check it out. He warily moves closer himself, hoping Sele joins him...

Multiple personality disorder?
Kenji's here, Kel posts. :P

sorry - wrong character... fixed now

Sele moves up to help investigate the carving and tries to find a way to open it

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21

Behind the carving is a secret passageway...

...which Keera actually figured out in the first place. No further special effort is necessary to open it. Apologies for the confusion.

Thanks for investigating it Sele. Will you mind to lead us through it? Knowing the paladín will accept Keera will cast another guidance on him.

Sele gives Keera an odd glance and then with his trusty ioun torch lighting the way he proceeds through the passageway

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28

As soon as he opens the passageway, Sele is assaulted by a hideous barrage of clashing, flashing, fire-hued lights!

Make a Will save, Sele!

There is a mage in the passageway!

Everybody but Chyras is up!

Which is exactly what happened when i ran this. ^^
The tengu became a dummy for some rounds.

Will save GM add +2 if it's mind affecting: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8 seems to be my usual these days...

Sele covers his face "arrrrrgggg"

Kenji moves around the stairs, 40 feet to the mage (single move), and readies to attack him if he takes any action whatsoever... (move/cast/anything).

@ Sele Guidance means +1 to the save if you want to use it, it doesn't matter now but I hope one day it will help anyone

The mage looks somehow hostile? Surprised to see us? I don't want to be the first to start killing innocent people

Let me try putting it this way...

"SURRENDER to the Flame, frigid INFIDELS, and Mighty Moloch shall melt your flesh FREE from your BONES!" The mage screams at you between incantations.