Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
And I quote, "Tell Sheila I will no longer be needing those towels. I will be leaving this city at once"
Alright, it's been quite some time since we've heard from some people. Everyone please make a post in the next 24 hours.
"Well done, Pathfinders! I imagine you want something more action-oriented for your next mission? Well, I have just the job for you. We’re still a little short on funds and we need to make some quick coin! If you’re daring enough, head over to the Alabaster District and enter a monster baiting competition at the Serpent’s Run coliseum. The Master of Games, Axetongue Droaeb, has offered a decent sized purse to adventurers willing to get in the ring with one of his ferocious beasts. As always, this event draws a tremendous crowd, one whose coin will more than double the purse he pays to contest participants.“
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You make your way to Axetongue Droaeb's arena, where he greets you. "Ah, hello Pathfinders! Perhaps you like to make some money in a more...exciting way? You get in the ring, you fight one of my critters. A basilisk was scheduled for today, but the damn wizard never showed up! So, I upgraded the fight, and the crowd is quite pleased! You're facing a hydra I acquired last week, and I'll pay you 1000gp. All you have to do is make the fight last for at least six rounds, you got it? People gotta have time to eat their popcorn and drink their beer, know what I mean? " The large man pats his belly and grunts. " Anyway, if you can make the fight last six rounds, the money's all yours. I'll even pay you a bonus for every extra round it goes! So, whatdya say?"
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
"A hydra with fangs will make for quite an incident. I daresay we shouldn't let the crowd down. Too bad about that basilisk, though. Some people just don't know the meaning of professionalism anymore."
Male LG Tengu Paladin(Shining Knight) of Shizuru 6 | HP 46/46| AC 20; T 12; FF 18; CMD 22(24 if wielding Katana) | Fort +8; Ref +6; Will +7 | Init: +2 | Perc: +1, SM: +6 | Speed 20ft | Smite Evil 2/2; Lay on Hands 5/5; Razor Sharp 9/9; Aura: Courage 10ft | Spells: See Character Sheet | Active conditions:
"That would be quite the challenge. But, for six rounds." Pazacku adjust his katana once more. "I do not think it would be wise to toy with this beast."
The cruel man laughs. " Don't worry, son. She has fangs. Better hope you won't feel them! " Soon after, you step into the arena, and suddenly you understand how Droaeb can afford to pay so much: the stands are packed. You can see food and drink vendors doing a brisk business as they move up and down the aisle, and the lines at concession stands are long enough that people in the back are giving up and going back to their seats so they don't miss any of the action. The crowd cheers when you're introduced, and then starts chanting "HYDRA! HYDRA!". Droaeb waits for your thumbs-up, then signals to have to large wooden gate at the other end opened. When the latch is thrown, the gate bursts open, clattering against the walls as a large, five-headed beast bursts forth out into the sunlight, bellowing in rage!
Knowledge Arcana, DC 10 :
Hydras are magical beasts, normally huge-sized, and this is no exception. You know that when a head is severed, two new ones grow back in 1d4 rounds unless five points of acid or fire are applied to the stump. For every 5 by which you beat the DC you may ask another question.
A note on the creature: you see 5 heads on long necks. To sever one requires a sunder check, with a slashing weapon, as if they were weapons.
Initiative:
Fingalad:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23
Reaper:1d20 + 0 ⇒ (16) + 0 = 16
Vogue:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Pazacku:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10
Grey:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22
Bennybeck:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9
Foe:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time. The map is updated!
M Human Hunter 2 | HP 17/17| AC 18; Tch 13; FF 16| F +4; R +5; W +2 | CMB +4; CMD 16| Init +2 | Perc +7
"Lucy there!" shouts Grey pointing to the south pillar, while heading to north pillar.
Upon reaching the pillar throws his back against it and begins casting a spell. Lead Blades
"Six Rounds! Give it space till we are ready to overwhelm it!" barks Grey to his companion, his physical prowess seemingly to grow more powerful before their eyes.
Animal Focus (1 minutes/day) (Su) As a swift action, gain bonuses from emulated animal(s). Bull +2 strength
Male LG Tengu Paladin(Shining Knight) of Shizuru 6 | HP 46/46| AC 20; T 12; FF 18; CMD 22(24 if wielding Katana) | Fort +8; Ref +6; Will +7 | Init: +2 | Perc: +1, SM: +6 | Speed 20ft | Smite Evil 2/2; Lay on Hands 5/5; Razor Sharp 9/9; Aura: Courage 10ft | Spells: See Character Sheet | Active conditions:
"Good thinking Grey, give it space, then strike."
Pazacku draws his steel and moves to beside grey.
Pazacku will go ahead and ready to detect evil. If the beast comes with in 60 feet, he will cast detect evil on it.
I won't be able to post later tonight, so I am updating now and moving us on to the next round. Those who haven't posted, please take two rounds.
The Hydra roars in defiance and shuffles forward toward it's prey. Being such an enormous creature, it moves very slowly. That does not reduce the fear of those five mouths of very sharp teeth, however. The ten foot long necks reach out, snapping at thin air. The crowd continues to roar for blood. "HYDRA! HYDRA! HYDRA!"
Suddenly, it charges Reaper! The enormous mass of death flies towards the Oread. He stands strong and attempts to defend himself from the onslaught.
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7
The crowd roars with approval as blood sprays through the air! For a moment they drown out the cry of pain from the pathfinder and the growling of the beast.
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time.
you didn't even give us 12 hours to post our first round actions...
knowledge, arcana:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10
"We should cut off some heads! But not too soon, or new ones will grow back before we can finish it off! I can burn it once; maybe twice."
unless we can apply acid or fire damage to the stumps, 2 new heads grow out to replace the old ones 1d4 rounds after they're severed. Fingalad does have burning hands prepared, and a pearl of power.
Round 1
Fingalad takes a step around his companions, whispers a spell into his bow, and takes a moment to study the rhythm of the creature's movements. Then he raises his bow and looses his first arrow of the fight.
we've rested since the caravan fight, right?
FYI, GM, Fingalad has a trait that let's him ignore exactly one source of soft cover. And of course, he has precise shot.
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
The Halfling will fire a crossbow bolts at the hydra
1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10
and then moves up close to piggy
he then fires again
1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9
cn someone move him next to the piggy by the pillar please?
Reaper takes the hits and after the expression of pain, looks less amused he mutters towards the flail on its back. "Yes, your right, it is an evil serpent, but they want a show first."
Reaper then focus a bit with a small prayer, steps in to start getting around the beast. "Get on the other side, once it is a bit more distracted I can cut off the heads easier."
He then smiles. "But might as well let one or two grow back to give them more of show"
Dirty Fighting Feat: Give me a flank and I can not provoke on the sunder
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
Action 1
Vogue casts Shield of Faith upon himself while noting the crowd's rabid, bloodthirsty devotion to the hydra.
Male LG Tengu Paladin(Shining Knight) of Shizuru 6 | HP 46/46| AC 20; T 12; FF 18; CMD 22(24 if wielding Katana) | Fort +8; Ref +6; Will +7 | Init: +2 | Perc: +1, SM: +6 | Speed 20ft | Smite Evil 2/2; Lay on Hands 5/5; Razor Sharp 9/9; Aura: Courage 10ft | Spells: See Character Sheet | Active conditions:
Pazacku pulls a kunai from the small of his back and moves around the arena to the far side pillar.
Did pazacku get a reading on the beast as evil or not last round?
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
I wonder if I will be able to maneuver for a ranged flank?
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
Action #2
Vogue advanced towards the multiheaded horror as fast as his bulky armor allows and hefts his spear in place to attack should the creature advance within his range.
Move ahead 20 ft and ready an action to attack if the hydra comes within reach of his elven branched spear.
The group begins to attack the beast, Fingalad sending a magical arrow into a chunk in the Hydra's red scales. Unfortunately, the next 3 arrows from him and Bennybeck are not so lucky, bouncing off the monster.
Reaper prays and receives energy from his god. Waiting for the right time to strike, he attempts to fend off the monster's next attack.
The flailing of his sword just entices the monster, and it moves forward. Triggering Vogue's Readied Attack. The five mouths begin to act of their own accord, biting at the adventurers.
@Reaper
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9
Two heads lunge at Reaper, with the sharp teeth scraping off his rough armor.
@Vogue
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12
The final three heads perform a pincer movement at Vogue. He manages to fend off two of the maws but suffers a grievous bite from the last. Another cheer goes up from the crowd. A magically projected voice cries out. "PLACE YOUR BETS LADIES AND GENTLEMEN! WHICH FOOL WILL DIE FIRST? "
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time.
Female Boar HP 19/19 | AC 18; Tch 12; FF 17| F +5; R +4; W +1 | CMB +4; CMD 15| Init +1 | Perc +6
Lucy lunges around the pillar and runs into the hydra tusk first.
Gore Attack:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26 Gore Damage:1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Having run into a broadside of a barn, she thrashes at the creature with her tusk once more.
Gore Attack, outflank:1d20 + 7 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 7 + 4 = 27 Gore Damage:1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
The Halfling inches forward and lets loose another bolt
1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24 1d6 ⇒ 6
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
[ooc] Not a bad hit [/dice]
Hey Big guys, set this thing up so I can flank he yells.
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
Vogue grimaces at the hydra attack as he swings his spear ahead and steps into a more defensive stance.
Damnation! Caught between needing to slay this beast yet let let the clock run long enough to give this crowd the thrill needed to win the money the Society desperately must have!
Despite the magic in Fingalad and Grey's blades, they are not strong enough to pierce the Hydra's thick armor. Thankfully, Grey's stalwart companion, Lucy, comes to their rescue. The valiant pig charges the Hydra, then backs up and gores the Hydra once again.
Blood fills the air, spraying off Lucy's tusks. The crowd's allegiance turns, shouting " PIGGY! PIGGY! PIGGY! " The crowd distracts the monster, and a head looks up, irritated, at the crowd. Then, Reaper's sword wipes it from existence and the lifeless head drops to the ground.
Sunder successful!
The monster rears up in pain, fighting the urge to pass out. Taking advantage of this moment, Bennybeck and Vogue stab at the creature. Both connect, sending spurts of blood out. At this point, the crowd starts booing. "BOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! HYDRA! HYDRA! HYDRA! "
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time.
Minor retcon, Reaper's damage should have gone to the head, not the Hydra. (Sunder attempts won't do damage towards killing the creature. Which is good for your mission. I fixed the damage in this post.
Also, Bennybeck, why is your token Large size now?
The Hydra, muscles spasming in pain, shuffles forward on thick legs. A perceptive audience member can see the wounds begin to stitch themselves together, as the Hydra closes with it's prey.
Bennybeck
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
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Vogue
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Reaper
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
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Grey
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
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Lucy
Hydra Bite:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22
Hydra Damage:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
The monster is indecisive, and strikes at all available targets. In the process, it grabs a large chunk of Grey and Lady Lucy! Blood fills the air and the crowd's attitude soars again with the familiar chant filling the air. " HYDRA! HYDRA! "
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time.
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
Dropping his crossbow the halfling, looking to be in position to do some sneaky damage pulls out his spear and pokes it
1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 6 + 2 = 21 1d6 + 1 + 2d6 ⇒ (2) + 1 + (5, 5) = 13+2 bleed
"One more, Reaper!" Fingalad shouts. He murmurs a spell and disappears. Invisibly, he drops his bow and rushes in, pulling out his naginata. With a whisper, magic runes spring up along the handle.
casting vanish, then moving closer, pulling out the naginata, and using a Swift action to imbue it with magic
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
Male LG Tengu Paladin(Shining Knight) of Shizuru 6 | HP 46/46| AC 20; T 12; FF 18; CMD 22(24 if wielding Katana) | Fort +8; Ref +6; Will +7 | Init: +2 | Perc: +1, SM: +6 | Speed 20ft | Smite Evil 2/2; Lay on Hands 5/5; Razor Sharp 9/9; Aura: Courage 10ft | Spells: See Character Sheet | Active conditions:
Turn one pazacku moves over to the lower east pillar.
Turn Two, pazacku charges in with katana held above his head.
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
Vogue notes his other holy warrior ally slip into an advantageous spot on the other side of the hydra and takes advantage of the moment by taking a few steps back and then jabbing forward.
Rogue 3/1 Diviner AC 19, touch 15, flat-footed 15(+4 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge, +1 size) hp 28 (3d8+3) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +5; +2 vs. fear Percpetion +12, In +8
Go piggy, go piggy go piggy go
Go piggy, go piggy, go piggy go
go go go go go go go! the halfling remarks.
Bennybeck, Vogue and Pazacku stab up at the monster, sending more hydra blood down to wet the arena sand. Fingalad takes advantage of the distraction and slips from view. Reaper moves to decapitate another head, but slips on the spilled blood.
The Hydra staggers, having a hard time focusing on the many harassers. Suddenly, it releases a guttural scream as Lady Lucy slams into the monster with her tusks. The beast falls to the ground, unable to stay awake any longer. It continues to bleed from Bennybeck's wound as a hush falls over the crowd.
A moment later, an enormous booing noise fills the arena! The crowd begins to throw popcorn and beer at the party, angry that the show ended so soon. The announcer's voice returns. " ONLY TWENTY FOUR SECONDS! THIS GROUP MAY HAVE SET A NEW RECORD! UNFORTUNATE FOR THE CROWD, BUT FORTUNATE FOR THE FOOLS!"
The din is distracting, but the fight appears to be over...
The PCs in bold may act. Anyone, in bold, who does not act within 24 hours will be botted, for sake of time.
Reaper finds himself torn between his desire to aid the society and his personal hatred of serpent kind. He waits to see what his current companions choose to do.
M Half-elf Fighter-Lore Warden 1/ Inquisitor of Shelyn 2 | HP 31 | AC 20 / T 13 / F 17 | Fort +6 / Ref +4 / Will +7 | CMB +4 / CMD 17 (19 vs. grapple) |
Vogue, too, feels torn about his responsibilities, especially after the mauling he received. Ultimately, he realizes the dire need the Society has for the money required from lasting in the arena.
"Be brave.my friends! We need to cover the spread on this one, the Society is counting on us," he calls out as the holy warrior steps forward and draws upon the divine powers within him to heal the savage beast.
