Pezmerga's Reign of Winter 2 (Inactive)

Game Master Pezmerga

They just keep getting bigger and bigger, Hege tells herself as the giant of a man joins them. Well I certainly feel safer every time another man volunteers, she continues.

Sven finishes the final clasp on his armor as he reaches the rest of the group.

"Well met", he offers in greeting.

A pretty one that lass.

About 6 miles southwest of town, as advertised by the Ulfen man, there are two carriages. One is turned on it's side, and the other still stands, both are visibly damaged by the attack.

It is very close to the border wood, and the air is noticeably colder, with snow blanketing the area. The ground is littered with slain humans and horses. Further south of the carriages, more bodies lie around what appears to be a frozen statue of a man holding a sword.

Sven motions for the group to look around before advancing and examining the frozen statue, weapon in hand.

"Gods above, what happened here?" he asks in a low voice.

Larma looks for anyone that might still be alive and need help.
Perception (take 20): 20 + 3 = 23
Heal (take 20): 20 + 3 = 23

"Powerful magic is at work here. I pray that we do not fall victim to it as well."

Knowledge (arcana) or Spellcraft to examine the statue: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

"It is frightfully cold for a summer evening," Hege says and shutters involuntarily even though she isn't cold, it's more of reflex. She limbs after the stone man towards the fallen relying on his assumed experience. "Is this really the work of the fey?" Her voice shakes a bit as she asks. Almost reflexively she draws her dagger.

Oh yes, worth mentioning, Larma uses his scythe as a walking staff.

Kno(nature): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11 To determine Fey or animal involvement.

Thats awkward...

"Some kind of magic", the big ulfen surmises.

"If not the fair folk then jadwiga."

Looking around in horror the scene sparks memories. He shakes them off and studies the scene.

lets look things over and find sime clues.

perception for clues: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (10) + 7 = 17

survival to find tracks: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27

Spellcraft the statue: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9 Derp derp, silly witch
Knowl: Nature about fey that might have these powers1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20

"Yes, it is unseasonably cold. But this region does not know what real cold is. Any of these men from the north could tell you that." Winters Breath stands by, letting the brutish humans poke around a little more. The big stoney one moves with the grace of an avalanche...

Hege looks to the big Ulfen as he speaks. "What is the jadwiga? she asks.

She wonders a bit at the elf's words and asks: "What is real cold?, Daddy used to talk about winter's without end freezing people solid."

"Jadwiga is a name my father taught me. They are the spawn of Baba Yaga - cruel magic users with a talent for witchcraft. My father often told me stories of how their kind would torture and curse the Ulfen people."

DM, where you at?

@Larma: You notice the Frozen statue is really a man frozen to death. Also you find it a little odd that the carriage that is still standing had the doors barred with a spear...

@Aksum: Definitely was some magic used here. Seems like Natural magic though.

Magnauk: You easily find tracks leading off into the woods. You guess they are at least a dozen strong. You also notice the carriage that is standing, has it's doors barred shut by a spear.

@Winter's Breath: You recall about "Winter-touched" Fey that have the power to do such things.

tracks lead.into woods.about twelve on foot. So what is up with the carriage bein barred with a spear

Magnauk moves over to investigate the carriage

"Perhaps the attackers left survivors? Or perhaps the survivors were able to trap something dangerous..."
Perception (guess contents of wagon): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

@Larma: nothing can be seen or heard regarding survivors in the carriage.

"I think we've seen enough", the big Ulfen says. "Orc, if you can follow those tracks. Show us where they went."

Sven readies his axe and shield.

"Weapons at the ready everyone. Be prepared for an ambush."

"Not so hasty man. Let us first look in these wagons for information or supplies." Larma examines the turned-over wagon but waits to remove the spear until he feels enough of his companions are paying attention, in case something dangerous should leap out.

"The boulderman is right. If the creatures wanted the Lady dead, she would be here with the others. We can spare a few minutes to make sure we are as prepared as possible."

He holds his gun at the ready as Larma prepares to open the door.

"There's a woman in the hands of dangerous fey and you want to take a moment to make sure your blush is perfect? Take your time. I'm here to rescue her and I plan to do that."

Sven takes off following the tracks.

Larma lets out a big, heavy sigh.
"Very well... Magnauk, Hege, keep him safe. The rest of us will catch up in a moment."
Once Winter's Breath is prepared, Larma takes the spear out and opens the doors, scythe ready.

"Keep who safe? Hege asks clearly not following the Boulderman's chain of thoughts. She looks to the dagger in her hand then to the giant Ulfen then back to her dagger, Why would it be necessary to say that, are these people not trained?

"Would it not be wise to finish here before moving on? she offers.

Heh, good post Hege.

Sven's only response is the sound of his massive form tromping through the snow and plantlife.

I can show tracks and follow them. I am called Magnauk not Orc.

Magnauk starts.for.the trail.he picked up

and
Be quick with the carriage I must take time to follow properly but we do not want to seperate our srength

I didn't think Sven had learned Magnauk's name yet.

"Well met Magnauk", Sven says while giving the Orc a hearty clap on the back. "It's good to see another proper warrior that understands urgency."

"Try to keep up", the hulking Ulfen offers as a friendly challenge.

@Larma in the first wagon isn't much. There are 3 nice looking Courtier outfits though.

Everyone prepare yourselves! After Larma removes the spear, four zombies burst through the door!

I will roll initiatives to speed things up.

Not gonna bother with a map for this small encounter. Assume the zombies are 2 the left of Larma and two to the right. All in a line.

Magnauk and Sven are about 30 feet away. (since you started off to track.)

Winter's Breath is about 40 feet away. If he is still by the "Statue". If you are closer that's fine.

Larma is adjacent to the zombies.

Hege is within 10 feet? (Assuming you were close to Larma)

Aksum is within 10 feet as well I assume. Take a free shot if you want since you were ready with gun aimed! Also you are first to act in Round 1, in addition to that.

Aksum takes a shot at the nearest zombie when it bursts through, sending a slug of iron through the rotten flesh. He then backs up to reload his pistol.

Surprise round:
Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18 vs. Touch AC
Damage: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8 B/P damage
Normal round:
30 foot movement back, standard action to reload.

Edit:
Aksum shoots a bullet at zombie 2. It lodges in its chest, but despite the damage, keeps on coming.

Forgot about DR/Slashing!

Sven spins around at the sound of the gunshot.

"What the hell was that?" the big Ulfen asks aloud.

Double move back towards the party.

FML, the one thing I'm effectively useless against!

Contemplating whether or not the rest of the party would be able to handle the zombies, Winter's Breath pulls out his dagger and moves towards the party.

Standard: Pull out dagger
Move: 20 feet towards zombies.

"I have not prepared for fighting the undead, I will not be able to help much here.

Standing a little away from Larma Hege shrieks as the zombies rushes forth. She prepares to strike should they approach.

I believe you're right, lets say 10 ft. away.

Swift Action enlarge person as like spell lasts 1 rnd +1ATK +1DMG -1AC
Move Actionmove 20 feet
Standard Action Attack with 10ft reach[/i]

By Erastil I will defeat you foul demons

Without even a flinch in his stride Magnauk grown twice his height and at least 3 times his weight. He takes a massive two steps forward to close the gap between he and the abominations. He swings his great axe with precision and devestating effect down upon one of the zombies.

Atk +5 Atk Bonus +1 Enlarged: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 5 + 1 = 20
Dmg 3d6 Large Great Axe +6 Two Handed Bonus +1Enlarged: 3d6 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (2, 1, 6) + 6 + 1 = 16

Zombies not good Magnauk destory send back to underworld
His voice booms and echos around you.

Round 1
Zombie 1
Destroyed by Magnauk

Zombie 2
Slam at Larma
1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Miss

Zombie 3
Slam at Larma
1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6
Miss

Zombie 4 moves to Hege, and she misses with her readied attack.

Assuming any of them are still alive come his initiative round 2.

Spotting the walking dead attacking the party, Sven rushes into the fray.

With a wordless roar not unlike some great beast, the hulking hulfen grips his axe with both hands and slams it into the nearest zombie.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15
Damage: 1d8 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12

Move Action - Move adjacent
Standard - Attack

Larma steps out from between the two zombies and swings his scythe at one of them.
Standard - Attack with scythe
Move - 5-foot step to avoid being flanked
Scythe: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5, Damage: 2d4 + 4 ⇒ (3, 1) + 4 = 8

Just as quickly Magnauk returns to his regular size.

Move Actionmove to attack position
Standard Action Attack

Erastil grant me favor

Atk +5 Atk Bonus: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Dmg 1d12 Great Axe +6 Two Handed Bonus: 1d12 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

Large beard let us defeat them

Round 1
All acted.

Round 2
Aksum -
Winter's Breath -
Magnauk - Acted
Zombies -
Hege -
Larma -
Sven - Acted (Pending)

Larma has not acted for round two. I've only taken one turn. ?

Aksum steps up and takes another shot at the zombie he'd injured.

Move action: Move to 20 feet away from Zombie 2.
Standard action: Shoot it
Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13 vs. Touch AC
Damage: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Correct Larma, Sorry about that!

Aksum destroys Zombie 2!

As the zombie moves closer to her Hege lashes out in panic trying to hit her attacker. Came down she tells herself but it doesn't help the sight of the undead is just frightening.

An incantation already on his lips, Winter's Breath lifts his hand and shoots a beam of ice at the zombies.

Ray of Frost: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 111d3 ⇒ 1 Ranged touch, -4 (AC 7) if I can't find one not in melee.

Just waiting on the zombies.

For round 3, Aksum will simply step back 10 feet and reload his pistol.

Zombie 3 Attacks Larma.
1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12
1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Zombie 4 takes 5 foot step forward and Attacks Hege.
1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18
1d6 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

Sven Kills Zombie 4 with a mighty blow from his axe, but not before he slams his undead hands down onto Hege hard!

Winter's Breath narrowly misses Zombie 3 with his frost ray.

Round 2
Aksum - Acted
Winter's Breath - Acted
Magnauk - Acted
Zombies - Acted (1 Left after Sven's kill)
Hege - Acted
Larma -
Sven - Acted

Round 3
Aksum - Acted
Winter's Breath -
Magnauk -
Zombie -
Hege -
Larma -
Sven -

Larma swings his scythe hard at the zombie attacking him.
Scythe: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4, Damage: 2d4 + 4 ⇒ (3, 2) + 4 = 9
But once again can't seem to remember how battle works.

standard action attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (15) + 5 = 20
possible damage: 1d12 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12
move action five foot step towards another zombie

Magnauk brings forth a mighty swing down upon the undead with.his great axe. After splitting the beast he move closer to the next abomination.

Two for mes good Sven. can you get the last?

I think Mags killed the last one.

That he did! All the zombies have been vanquished!