PFS: The Emerald Spire: Level 1--The Tower Ruins (CORE) (Inactive)

Game Master R D

Is thre room above the goblins for the eagle to fly there and attack them?

Sure. They're only small-sized goblins. The eagle may fly over the enemy and attack, if Cëanel wishes.

In that case, I shall cast Light on something belonging to the frontmost party member.

Zamoros:

1) Maintains his bardic performance?
2) Moves neear the front of the party
3) Casts light on Flyndal

(Let's just say that Zamoros cast light on him? Otherwise he won't be able to see the enemy to try to hit it, and we have to retcon his action.)

As I understood it, that was the intent.

As I understood it, that was the intent.

Yeah. But then he later posted that he cast light on his buckler.

Cëanel wishes the eagle to fly over and attack the orange fellow. As a matter of fact, if the eagle flies over the goblin and attacks on the other side, does it a) not risk an AoO from the goblin, as it's flying and b) count as flanking for Flyndal?

Also, GM, what's your ruling--do celestial template animals understand Celestial? There's nothing stating this in RAW, and I believe it doesn't raise their Intelligence. If they do, I can command it to Smite Evil and/or choose different enemies. Otherwise…it may just make a beeline (eagle line) for Orange Goblin and attack to the best of its ability.

Ah, and finally, who should roll for attack and damage for summons? :) Us wizards have so many questions…

Cëanel moves up the path and fires an arrow at the red goblin. He utters something in the ringing and lofty language of Celestial as the eagle flies towards the dark entrance.

I'm assuming there's light to see them due to a buckler or a sword. Moving 6 squares down the path.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (14) + 3 - 4 = 13
for: 1d6 ⇒ 1

I don't know ... us rogues apparetnly have our own high question rate (if this game is any indicator)

That's because all Core Rogues secretly yearn to become Arcane Tricksters.

Cëanel's arrow misses the goblin.

The celestrial eagle goes straight for the orange goblin, smiting it along the way. (I don't care who rolls for it. I will right now for expedience. Eagles, celestial or otherwise, lack the intelligence to understand commands beyond "attack" and the like.) Eagle: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19, Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

The goblin howls in pain as the eagle claims first blood!

Desh and Zamoros are up!

Desh rushes up after Flyndal, trying to make good use of his longspear's reach to stab at one of the goblin mounts.

Move to the square southwest of Flyndal, then attack orange's goblin dog mount.
longspear: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 3 + 1 = 9
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 1 = 10

Desh moves, attacks, and misses.

Zamoros is up!

Forlorn moves up, careful to stay behind Desh (directly to his left). He then attemps to Daze the Orange goblin.

DC 14

DC 14

1d20 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 1 = 15

The goblin dogs bite at Flyndal:

Bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16, Miss!
Bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9, Miss!

Then, they take a 5-foot-step back, and the goblins shoot:

Shortbow: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6, Miss!
Shortbow: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22, Arrow Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3

The barbarian takes 3 more HP of damage.
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The party is up!

That eagle attack should do 1d4 + 2 damage, as it has +4 STR, I think.

The eagle swoops again at the red goblin.

Eagle: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
for: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

After it misses, it fades into thin air…

Cëanel shoots another arrow, staying where he is on the path.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (13) + 3 - 4 = 12
for: 1d6 ⇒ 3

"This is a promising start," he grumbles to himself. "Oh cheer up, Kay, just a first stumble. Lyffan, you stay put in there."

Kohinoor will double-move to keep up with the group.

EDIT: If you could put me behind Flyndal, that'd be perfect.

That eagle attack should do 1d4 + 2 damage, as it has +4 STR, I think.

Updated.

Kohinoor moves.

The rest of the party can go.

Flyn steps forward, striking again at the wounded goblin. "Dirty gobbos! Eat this!"

Mwk Cold Iron Greatsword, Attack, Inspire: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 5 + 1 = 15
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Flyndal misses.

Desh and Zamoros are up!

The goblins were proving wily, and Desh was growing frustrated.

”Think they’re scouts?” Desh growls as he dives forward, circling their quarry in an attempt to limit their retreating options. He rolls to a low crouch and stabs wildly at the mount under the southern goblin.

Okay, I’d like to try to get behind them (both for future flanking and to try to restrict their retreat options). And as soon as Desh takes his first step forward (which he’s going to do regardless of which of the following options I’ll present), he’ll notice whatever that “broken” spot is to the south of the Orange goblin on the map and act accordingly.

So the deciding factor in Desh’s direction of his movement is this: what is that area on the map just south of Orange? Is it difficult terrain/a pit/dropoff or is it just a cutesy map detail that has no mechanical/tactical impact.

Acro to avoid AoO’s: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13
longspear: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 3 + 1 = 22
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 4 + 1 = 13

Forlorn moves to Flyndal's previous location and flicks his whip, curling it around Orange's bow.

Disarm: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

Zamoros fails to disarm the goblin. They're just too dexy. Nice move, though!
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Desh avoids the AoO from the goblin dog. Since the goblin has a ranged weapon, he doesn't get an AoO.

Desh discovers one of the environmental effects here: The tower around the Spire is one big ruin, with debris strewn across the floors. This is difficult terrain. Somehow, the goblins seem unaffected.

Also, since Flyndal is now in the entrance, you can see that ANY light source, no matter how strong, illuminates only a 5-foot radius.

The spear hits the orange goblin. Despite the massive damage, it still stands. Though it also has tweety-birds flitting about his head in a circle.

Desh sees more of the layout with his darkvision. The door to room A3 is open.
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The goblin dogs attack:

Bite on Desh: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5, Miss!
Bite on Flyn: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 2 = 18, Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7, Flyn Fort: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

Flyndal takes 7 HP of damage and breaks into a rash. (–2 penalty to Dexterity and Charisma for 1 day)

Then the goblin dogs take a 5-foot-step south.
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The goblins drop their bows and use their horsechoppers (reach weapons).

Attack on Desh: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14, Miss!
Attack on Flyn: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11, Miss!, Orange loses 1 HP and falls unconscious
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Additional goblins come around the corner and shoot:

Shortbow on Desh: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1
Shortbow on Flyn: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16, Miss!
Shortbow on Desh: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 2
Shortbow on Flyn: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8, Miss!

These goblins aren't as well-trained as the two commandos in the entrance.
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A goblin dog runs out and tries to bite Desh:

Bite on Desh: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9, Miss!
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The party is up!

Holy crap!

”KÄKEC!” Desh curses in orc as he turns—taking a pair of glancing blows—and stabs at the goblin dog who rushes out of the darkness.

"A bunch more over there!" he adds. Despite his words, he seems intent on taking down the remaining mounted goblin.

Desh should get an AoO on the goblin dog as it closes on him (reach).
AoO, Longspear: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 3 + 1 = 14
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 = 8

7/12 hp remaining, though Flyn may be in worse shape.

Desh makes the goblin dog pay for its audacity, but it still keeps coming at him!

The party is up!

Flyn cries out in pain as the dog's bite draws blood and starts a burning in his flesh. "Koh, I can't take much more of this! And where's that damned elf!?"

Target Red
Mwk Cold Iron Greatsword, Attack, Inspire: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 1 = 7
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

Flyn misses. The rest of the party is up.

Same thing as with Desh earlier. Two actions, depending on a ruling I'm not sure of. If Channel is blocked by line of sight, I'll step into what looks like rough terrain and channel, excluding the most badly-damaged enemies first (and hoping LoS will block Orange from recieving channel heals). If not, I'll burn Magic Weapon for a CLW on Flyndal. Here are said rolls.

Channel: 1d6 ⇒ 5
OR
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Also, could we, perhaps, be a bit more clinical about this? If there's another pack of goblins in the darkness past those four, we're going to be in some trouble, and I'm spending all my actions either healing or trying to keep up. Plus, our wizard is way far behind.

You're fine getting Desh and Flyn in a channel where I've put you. I added a green line to show the area of effect. In this location, you can select out the two enemies that might otherwise benefit.

I should be six squares closer--GM, can you place me just below the A1 mark? But I'm gonna double move now! yikes!

Agreed, let's not rush in there without a plan and better lighting.

Cursing at his missed arrows, Cëanel hustles up to just behind Kohinoor. "I thoroughly object to goblins," he says.

Yah, sorry about stumbling into the second group. I was tryinig to create a tactical advantage for Flyndal and myself as the front-liners. I didn’t anticipate a secondary bunch of gobbos so close at-hand. Actually, due to the fact that they were so close, I’m surprised they didn’t rush us immediately just due to the sounds of fighting. :/

Regardless…

”Don’t know,” Desh grunts as he spins to face the mounted goblin, ”prolly reading’ somethin,.” Then, with a snarl, he lunges forward, trying to skewer the runt with his spear tip.

longspear: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 3 + 1 = 16
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 1 = 12

Forlorn's buckler hand flares with positive energy. He runs behind Flyndal and touches his back as he fights.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Yah, sorry about stumbling into the second group. I was tryinig to create a tactical advantage for Flyndal and myself as the front-liners. I didn’t anticipate a secondary bunch of gobbos so close at-hand. Actually, due to the fact that they were so close, I’m surprised they didn’t rush us immediately just due to the sounds of fighting. :/

It took them that long to get there from where they were. They sent someone to bring reinforcements.

Desh's attack misses. These front door goblins are tough!

Zamoros heals Flyn.

Cëanel moves.
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Goblin attacks:

Horsechopper: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21, Damage: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6, 6 HP to Desh

Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6, Miss!
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15, Miss!
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3, 3 HP to Flyndal
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7, Miss!

Bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11, Miss!
Bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13, Miss! <== This is the goblin dog underneath the unconscious goblin.
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The party is back up again!

AOO for Goblin shooting bow in melee range?
AOO | Mwk Cold Iron Greatsword, Attack, Inspire: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 5 + 1 = 26   Crit?
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 5 + 1 = 15
Additional Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

The harmony of healing magics soothe Flyndal's wounds, but he is spurred forward again by the sting of a goblin arrow. His greatsword is a blur with frenzied motion, a he bleeds his attacker.

Target Red, if he's up; otherwise, any mounts still threatening.
AOO | Mwk Cold Iron Greatsword, Attack, Inspire: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 5 + 1 = 9
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Theres no bow-wielding gobbo in range of Flyndal.The red gobbo has switched to a horse chopper (a reach weapon).

The awesome thing to do would be let that AoO stand as his attack roll for the round, but however it goes down is fine, probably.

Kohinoor moves forward, her hand on her new spear. She thrusts the point toward the dog or the goblin, depending on what's still standing after Flyndal, trying to aim for the neck, just below its head.

Longspear: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 2 + 1 = 18 (+1 from inspire, I think)
Damage?: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

Heading for the square marked "A2" on the map. I know this might provoke from Red Goblin, but so be it.

Flyndal lashes out and takes down the red goblin commando.

Kohinoor moves, and brings down the orange goblin dog.

See, guys? The tide is already turning. I knew you'd get 'em! :-)

Cëanel, Desh , and Zamoros are up next!

Desh, is your current HP updated?

Sorry. It is now. I hadn't updated since the 5 channel heal and the 6 horse chopper damage from Red. The current 6/12 should be correct.

"NICE!" Desh roars when the second goblin is brought low.

Bleeding from his side, Desh takes a stab at the goblin dog that the last goblin commando was riding. Then, with a wary glance at the goblin archers, he takes a retreating step towards the wall ... seeking some cover.

Attack the goblin dog the red gobbowas riding, then 5' step down/right.
longspear: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 3 + 1 = 22
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 = 6

Theres no bow-wielding gobbo in range of Flyndal.The red gobbo has switched to a horse chopper (a reach weapon).

Oops, my bad. Got my gobbos mixed up. Forgot he had dropped his bow.

The furious force of Desh's strike obliterates the goblin dog!

Cëanel and Zamoros are up next!

Can I see over the green parts? Also, I should be just behind Flyndal before my turn starts.

Can I see over the green parts? Also, I should be just behind Flyndal before my turn starts.

Nope.

Forlorn stands over the fallen goblin dog and attempts to Daze Pinky.

You are unable to target Pinky. Light only goes out 5 feet in this unnaturally dark tower.

Cëanel double moves to just behind Desh. "I'm here!" says the wizard breathlessly. "Great bleeding Nethys, where am I? What are we shooting at?"

So, just for clarity, we're waiting on Forlorn's updated actions?

Desh considers the bodies on the ground, his teammates around him, the rain of arrows, and the persistent darkness around them. "One of you get some light on Flyndal?"

Retcon: Forlorn moves and stands over the dead goblin dog.

"One of you get some light on Flyndal?"

Flyndal already has light on him.

The goblin dog takes a 5-foot-step.
bite: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15, Miss!

The goblins move. Two goblins shoot at Desh, the other two at Flyndal:

Desh:
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24, Crit?: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8, Miss!

Flyndal:
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 4
Shortbow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16, Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3
These hit because Flyn is flat-footed to them, due to the darkness. I forgot to take that into account before.
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The party is up!

Question: Is the rash and temporary ability damage from the dogs cured by healing magic?

Flyn cries out as two more arrows jab at him. Stepping into the corner for cover, he slashes furiously at the four-legged beastie before him.
 
 
5' Step north. Target Goblin Dog.
Mwk Cold Iron Greatsword, Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23   Has bardic performance ended?
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Looking at her bleeding friends, Kohinoor shakes her head. "Dodge the arrows! Avoid them!" She grabs her holy symbol, channeling energy again.

Channel: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Oof ... 4 hp remaining after the attack and heal.

"Dodge'em?" Desh grunts as another arrows grazes his thigh, "he can't see'em."

He lunges forward, jamming his longspear into the nearest goblin archer, "We gotta turn this around. Any good tricks?"

5' step north, then stab the green one.
Desh now threatens the pink, green, and blue ones.
Also, i wasn't sure if Inspire Courage is still running, so I rolled without it. If it's still going, add +1 to attack and damage.
longspear: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16
damage: 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

Question: Is the rash and temporary ability damage from the dogs cured by healing magic?

Yep. It has a duration of 1 day. Yes. Magical healing removes the effect.

Flyn eliminates the goblin dog.

Kohinoor channels.

Desh eliminates a goblin.

Cëanel and Zamoros are up.

Please note my 5' step north, to take cover from the goblins.

Please note my 5' step north, to take cover from the goblins.

Okie dokie