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Round 1
Captain Clorophyll (-0,Fine)
Zephirine Drouhin Tanglefruit (-0,Fine)
??? (???)
Rhymin Ralph (-0,Fine)
Mishka Krieger (-0,Fine)
Wertlos Kurz (-0,Fine)
Dr Splash (-0,Fine)
Sounds of something stumbling around and knocking things over come from inside the structure.
The creature is an Ettercap. They are strange spider-like beings that have only 4 limbs total. These kinds of creatures are not at all brave, and will most likely run away from a fight if things go south for them. They are Neutral Evil.
Ettercaps have spider-like abilities of a dangerous poison, and are able to spit webbing.
Readied Action: Web
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Round 1
Captain Clorophyll (-0,Fine)
Zephirine Drouhin Tanglefruit (-0,Fine)
??? (???)
Rhymin Ralph (-0,Fine)
Mishka Krieger (-0,Fine)
Wertlos Kurz (-0,Fine)
Dr Splash (-0,Fine)
The creature is an Ettercap. They are strange spider-like beings that have only 4 limbs total. These kinds of creatures are not at all brave, and will most likely run away from a fight if things go south for them. They are Neutral Evil.
Ettercaps have spider-like abilities of a dangerous poison, and are able to spit webbing.
A purple creature that is reminiscent of a spider that walks on two legs and has two clawed arms opens the door, its purple flesh crawling with spiders. The creature takes a bite at Captain Clorophyll!
It barely misses the Captain, its teeth chomping just above the Vine Leshy's head.
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Zahnlos' ears flatten and a deep growl begins in his throat. He gets low to the ground and begins to advance, only to stop at a word from Wertlos. He looks back, then resumes his posture but maintains a position in front of his friend, ready to strike should the creature approach.
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For the moment, there appears to be no other creatures within the immediate vicinity.
Thankfully your searching around has provided some result. Within the building there are what appears to be the remains of someone. On their finger lies a ring.
This is the final Irrica family heirloom. Delicate infernal text is written on the band, but the letters are hopelessly lost in the dense calligraphy. An expert with time on their hands may be able to discern the infernal script.
The ring also has a magical property that does not require activation. It appears to offer an abjuration effect for protective powers.
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Grabbing some leaves from the abundant foliage, The Foreigner wipes the ettercap's blood from his blade.
He approaches the body and takes a knee, trying to figure out what killed him or her. Probably a victim of the ettercap, but a closer look can't hurt.
He discovers a ring on one of the fingers and examines it, but he can't fathom its value or purpose.
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“Here, let me look at it.”
Doctor Splash’s delicate eyebrows raise. “Ah, this must be the final Irrica family heirloom. Delicate infernal text is written on the band, but the letters are hopelessly lost in the dense calligraphy. An expert with time on their hands may be able to discern the infernal script, or perhaps Wertlos can figure it out after a period of time.”
“From the symbolism I see, I suspect that the ring might be some sort of protection from... something infernal? I’m not certain exactly what, but perhaps one of us should wear it.”
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From outside the foundation of the outpost, a voice is heard bellowing, "Explorers! I am Pava Irrica and I believe you have been traveling across Isger, collecting my family heirlooms. However you've come by them, I am willing to forgive and forget as long as you turn them over to me, peacefully.
You can walk away, and I'll not get the authorities involved. Now come out and sheathe your weapons!"
She clearly has no intentions on keeping such a promise.
To the east, a black-winged figure in tight leather armor wielding a longbow appears. She appears on top of a broken wall, her dark eyes darting around the courtyard at everyone. "Ahhh, I see the Irrica family line isn't entirely wiped out yet... And facing off for a fight! You mortals make such tepid entertainment.
But I am merciful. Give me the fragments you've collected and I'll let you all live."
Pava scowls at the winged creature, "You serve the Irricas, devil; I know you cannot harm me. Now you lot, quickly, give me the ring, and I'll command it to spare you."
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Raising an eye at the woman as she unconsciously points her bow towards Pava, she whispers "Don't trust her. She aims to kill us after we turn the ring over."
Jumping at the sound of the newcomer, she spins in place. Unsure who to point the bow at now, she simply holds it's ready in her hands. "Oh? And why should we trust you? What would you do with these things if we agreed?"
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The Devil looks down at Zephy and lets out a smile, "Do you know how low it brings me to service mortals for generations, Vine Leshy Zephirine? Do you truly believe mortals should have the power to command one such as myself on whim?" Her smile is knowing, yet sharp. "Tell me, how much do you know about our kind? The law-abiding devilkin? We have our contracts to abide to, and some contracts should not exist forever."
Pava then angrily yells at the Devilkin, "I demand you cease your babbling at once and know your place!"
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Refusing to sheathe his blade, The Foreigner steps outside, where he can observe the source of the bellowing voice. Zephirine is right. I don't trust this lying female.
He sees the leather-clad fiend alight atop the broken wall. What have we here? Some kind of devil, if the woman is to be believed
The Foreigner rasps a whisper, "Now would be a good time to slip on the ring. Perhaps, it will offer some protection, Doctor Splash."
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Captain Chlorophyll comes out, weapons sheathed. So far you haven’t seen him make use of either the dagger or the mace he carries.
They move to a spot where they can see both the devil and Pava.
Looking at Pava, they say “We have traveled all around Isger just to prevent someone from ever using this power again. Know that I will not willingly give it to you.”
Looking up at the devil, they say “Personally, I would rather none made contracts with your kind.”
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Wertlos is struck dumb upon site of the devil. He scrambles back a few steps and tries to take shelter behind the pillar. No! I knew coming this close to Cheliax was a mistake! He looks around frantically, putting his hand on Zahnlos' rough coat until his panic subsides.
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"Well, we're all in quite a bind!
Mr. devil sir, a suggestion if you don't mind?
I also agree that mortals shouldn't contract with your kind.
So perhaps we can help break your bind?
If we were to help release you,
Will you depart in peace and forgo the fragments too?
After all, it's freedom that you value.
Grasp this opportunity, shall you?
And to you Pava, we know you're full of crap.
I suggest you depart before we turn you into scrap.
Neither us nor this creature are on your side.
Test us and down to hell you'll slide!"
Ralph attempts to recall any knowledge about devils and about whatever specific creature Pava is.
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'It knows my name?!'
"Uh, sir...ma'am...thing? Anyway I admittedly don't know much of anything about your kind. Regardless of what you are, I do have strong feelings against one sentient creature having ownership over another." she slowly replies, turning to Pava.
"Slavery is wrong!"
Lowering her bow to point straight down, she continues "Devil thing, it it's a contract that binds you, why not rip the contract up? Is it not but a sheet of paper? Seems the easiest way to go about things. What need or use have you with shiny baubles? Let us keep them locked away for study in a safe place."
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As a response to most of the questions asked it, the Devil replys, "If those relics are handed over to me, the contract becomes forfeit. You give them to me, I will let you leave without incident. However, it seems you have rather upset the Irrica child. DO have some fun with that..."
Pava has her response, and she is clearly mad. She orders her goons to attack at once!
Round 1
Pava Irrica (-0,Fine)
Scruffy Bandit (-0,Fine)
Mishka Krieger (-0,Fine)
Wertlos Kurz (-0,Fine)
Dr Splash (-0,Fine)
Rhymin Ralph (-0,Fine)
Captain Clorophyll (-0,Fine)
Zephirine Drouhin Tanglefruit (-0,Fine)
Ugly Bandit (-0,Fine)
The devil sits on a neaby perch and watches the battle, not acting against either side.
Pava moves to the front near a pillar, looking poised to strike the nearest target.
The scruffy looking bandit moves up behind her, knocking an arrow and taking a shot at Captain Clorophyll.
Due to Pava being in the way, the arrow flies wide and misses Captain Clorophyll.
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Round 1
Pava Irrica (-0,Fine, Readied Action)
Scruffy Bandit (-0,Fine)
Mishka Krieger (-0,Fine)
Wertlos Kurz (-0,Fine)
Dr Splash (-0,Fine)
Rhymin Ralph (-0,Fine)
Captain Clorophyll (-0,Fine)
Zephirine Drouhin Tanglefruit (-0,Fine)
Ugly Bandit (-0,Fine)
She makes an attack against the first target that comes near her with a stunning fist strike! The target takes 5 damage if 20 beats their AC!
Will Save 14 or shaken for 1 minute.
She uses her Ki to make an immediate action single melee attack against the target that has damaged her in melee without reach! The target takes 7 damage if 14 beats their AC!
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[dice=Attempt to Demoralize with an Intimidate check]d20+9[/dice]
The Foreigner utters a scathing oath at the Irrica woman, "Stand down, child! Don't be a fool!" Then, he growls a muted challenge as he advances, greatsword held high, on the Irrica woman. Her readied strike connects, leaving him shaken.
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“Your family has used creatures of the abyss to do its dirty work for centuries. Clearly you are unworthy, manipulative deceivers — unworthy of the gifts you have been given, and the gifts that you lost through foul usage. This will not end well for you. Crawl away to whatever hole your family has sunk to... Your ancestors have been forgotten for a reason. Let them stay that way, and perhaps one day you can make a new name for yourself — one untainted by scheming and murder that taints your foul bloodline!”
Moving forward, the Good Doctor rages and attacks Pava Irrica.
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The Amazing Urchin scrawls something and then shows it to Pava. “In case you can’t figure it out, let me hit you with a clue-by-four. The Good Doctor is PISSED.”
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Round 2
Pava Irrica (-13,Shaken 1 Round)
Scruffy Bandit (-0,Fine)
Mishka Krieger (-5,Shaken 10 Rounds)
Wertlos Kurz (-0,Fine)
Dr Splash (-0,Fine)
Rhymin Ralph (-0,Fine)
Captain Clorophyll (-0,Fine)
Zephirine Drouhin Tanglefruit (-0,Fine)
Ugly Bandit (-0,Fine)
The ugly bandit in the back moves up to take a shot at Dr. Splash!
... But the good Doctor is too unsteady of a target for him to even clip!
Pava Irrica, now annoyed but at unease, moves forward to try and counterattack the Good Doctor AND The Foreigner with a Flurry of Blows!
MISFORTUNE CHANCE!!
Pava's attack WOULD have dealt a decisive blow against the Doctor, but fate has decided that she would not be able to have such luck today. Her frustration also forces her to miss the Foreigner with a wide swing. She manages to shake off her fears and just grows more irritated. "Do not dare pretend to lecture me! This has been my destiny to reclaim what is rightfully mine!"
The scruffy bandit takes a shot at Zahnlos, as he is the most open target.
The arrow manages to make contact and Zahnlos suffers 5 damage!