Rise of the Runelords

Game Master Upaynao

Andrezi channels his divine powers, helping to close the wounds of his friends, while Daelric manages to land another blow on the Barghest!

Meanwhile, Volkar begins to channel his inner Bob Ross and convince everyone to just be happy and get along!

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Andrezi
Orik- dmg
Daelric- 2 dmg
Barghest- 22 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

Kiera launches another pair of her own magic missiles at the beast. "How much is this thing gonna take?" she says as she takes a second to push her always-errant hair out of her face again.

Magic missile damage: 2d4 + 2 ⇒ (4, 1) + 2 = 7

'A lot more than you have to give, little human!!" the beast snarls at Kiera as two more missiles at the beast.

1d2 ⇒ 2
The barghest turns and lunges at Orik once more, teeth flashing and gnashing as it tears through the mans armor.
Attack: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (11) + 17 = 28
Dmg: 2d6 + 8 ⇒ (6, 4) + 8 = 18

Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21
Orik slashes at the barghest, but the steel skips off of the creatures rubbery hide.

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Andrezi
Orik- 18 dmg
Daelric- 2 dmg
Barghest- 29 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

Seeing the latest wound Orik has taken, Andrezi calls on Desna's healing grace again.

CPE: 2d6 ⇒ (3, 3) = 6 (excluding the Barghest)

I try to attack the creature again, hoping that the right will be over soon.

War-axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 5 + 1 = 22
War-axe Damage: 1d10 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Andrezi keeps working to keep everyone on their feet, while Daelric manages to land another blow. Unfortunately, it doesn't draw blood!

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- dmg
Barghest- 29 dmg
[b]Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

Andrezi keeps working to keep everyone on their feet, while Daelric manages to land another blow. Unfortunately, it doesn't draw blood!

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- dmg
Barghest- 29 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

I swing my axe again, annoyed that the creatures tough hide was able to prevent any I just being caused.

War-axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 5 + 1 = 16

Actually, it looks like the goblins were eating the wiring again there! Kiera and Volkar are currently up, and we can hope that the next roll is better Daelric!

Damned Goblins!

Kiera waves "old reliable" again and sends another tiny bolt sizzling and sparking into the monstrosity.

Magic missile damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

"We could just let it run up the tower and leave," Volkar said with a bit of uncertainty. "Be easier on everyone."

Kiera sends another magic missile in, chipping away at the beast while Volkar tries to plead with his companions to release the barghest.

The barghest turns back to Daelric this time, slavering jaws snapping and biting! Unfortunately for the creature, its own tongue gets in the way!!
Attack: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (1) + 17 = 18

Orik tries to take advantage of the creatures distraction over the bit tongue, stepping into a two handed swing and bringing the whole power of his body into the stroke. With masterful luck, the sword finally digs into the beasts hide!
Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25
Dmg: 1d10 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- dmg
Barghest- 40 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

Lacking any other significant magic, Kiera waves the wand again.

Magic missile: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Seeing another blow land solidly on the barghest, Andrezi chooses to gamble on the party's ability to put an end to the creature, granting Daelric a bit of luck.

Feeling the Luck of Andrezi's deity coursing through my body I swing at the creature.

War-Axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 5 + 1 = 16
Bit of Luck: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 5 + 1 = 9

However I am put off by the bizarre notion that Volkar has regarding the creature.

Kiera continues to fire bolts of force into the melee, while Andrezi tries to help end the creature. Unfortunately not even divine help can assist Daelric with landing a blow!
God the dice roller in this thread sucks!!

The beast continues to rave and slaver, moving for Daelric once more.
1d2 ⇒ 1
Attack: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (10) + 17 = 27
Dmg: 2d6 + 8 - 1 ⇒ (1, 4) + 8 - 1 = 12

Orik continues his hacking, but is just simply no match for the creature.
Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- 12 dmg
Barghest- 42 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed

Waving the wand...

Magic missile damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

With multiple allies injured, Andrezi channels healing energy again.

CPE: 2d6 ⇒ (1, 2) = 3 (excluding the barghest)

Well that sucked...

I grunt as the creature strikes me again, so this time I aim for one of the creatures paws as it lashes out to strike me.

War-axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 5 + 1 = 25
War-axe Damage: 1d10 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Damn the goblins are active tonight. I have had one post here and two others eaten in the last few hours..

Kiera waves her wand once more, singing a few more hairs off of the beast, while Andrezi tries his best to keep the fighters bolstered. Dealric steps in with an amazing swing of his ax, but the monsters thick hide absorbs most of the blow!

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Andrezi
Orik- 9 dmg
Daelric- 9 dmg
Barghest- 46 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- Charmed, Will Save

We will see what the others contribute before I rule on that, Volkar. I am trying to keep yall alive as best as I can! However, if anyone feels that I am going too soft, please let me know. I want this to be a fun challenge, not a boring pillow fight.

When it hits, it hits hard. But I think could be a little more challenging, but all depends on what everyone else decides.

Anyone going to help Volkar out per my post in Discussion?

"Volkar, what you doing? That damned thing is tearing Daelric and Orik to ribbons! We need your help, I do not know how much longer I will be able to keep everyone up."

Andrezi Will aid Volkar: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (4) + 7 = 11

I didn't see a notification for a new message in the discussion thread.

I grunt as the creature manages to deflect most of my attack, "Volkar! You really want this creature to terrorise the people of Sandpoint by releasing it?! It was sealed here for a reason!"

"Wait, what, I thought it wouldn't hurt anyone," Volkar's confusion and uncertainty finally began to show on his face as his colleagues talked to him.

Daelric Will: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
Kiera Will: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

From the depths of his spell fogged mind, Volkar can faintly hear the pleas of his friends. Struggling against the grasp of the Barghests superior might, he finally manages to break free, his true personality surging forth like an air deprived swimmer breasting the surface of the water.

The barghest gives a roar of dismay as his play toy manages to free himself from the spells grip, and then lashes out at Daelric with tooth and claw. Armor rends and blood flies before the creature howls right in Daelrics face.
1d2 ⇒ 1
Bite: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (11) + 17 = 28
Claw 1: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (17) + 12 = 29

Bite: 2d6 + 8 - 1 ⇒ (1, 5) + 8 - 1 = 13
C1: 1d6 + 4 - 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 - 1 = 4

Orik continues his futile attacks, spitting curses as his sword once again flies wide.
Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19

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Andrezi
Orik- 9 dmg
Daelric- 26 dmg
Barghest- 46 dmg
Kiera
Volkar-

I splitter and cough up blood as the creature slashes at me through my armour and manages to bite a hole in my side. Hanging on with my stubborn Dwarven willpower I lash out again.

War-Axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 5 + 1 = 22
War-Axe Damage: 1d10 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Really, again?!

Daelric manages to land another blow, but his wounds sap his strength and he is unable to pierce the creatures hide.

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Andrezi
Orik- 9 dmg
Daelric- 26 dmg
Barghest- 46 dmg
Kiera
Volkar-

Kiera once again relies on ol' reliable.

Magic missile damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Andrezi channels Desna's divine grace again, doing his best to keep his companions standing.

CPE: 2d6 ⇒ (4, 1) = 5 (excluding the barghest)

"Daelric you may want to pull back, I do not believe I can keep pace with the wounds that thing is causing you!"

After I fail to injure the creature again I hobble back so I am not directly in front of it again.

I only took a Standard Action before, so taking a 5 foot step after the attack.

In his new state of clarity, Volkar realized that the creature was trambling upon his fellow dwarf. He swung his ax at the creature.

Yet in the post-confusion, his ax went wide missing the creature.

Daelric fades back from the barghest, trying to staunch the flow of blood from his wounds. Andrezi helps him, channeling more of Desna's healing grace over the valiant fighters while Kiera scores another hit with her wand.
Volkar, still cloudy from the spell, tries to get in on the action, but nearly takes off his own beard with his wild swing! Moved you 5' up to attack

As Volkar breaks the spell and attacks him, the barghest issues several very painful and vile promises regarding Volkar and his ax.. obviously the creature is displeased! However, rather than lashing out at the dwarf just yet, the creature bites and swipes at Orik.
1v2o: 1d2 ⇒ 2
Bite: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (13) + 17 = 30
Claw: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (10) + 12 = 22

Bite: 2d6 + 8 ⇒ (2, 4) + 8 = 14
Claw: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Bloody and badly wounded, Orik tries one more strike at the beast. Pouring blood, he is unable to strike his foe before he fades back away from the dangerous barghest.
Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15

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Andrezi
Orik- 24 dmg
Daelric- 21 dmg
Barghest- 48 dmg
Kiera
Volkar-

"Can we all please fall back now before this damned thing kills us all?" Andrezi incredulously asks as he leaves the chamber.

Once out of room, he asks for Desna's healing grace yet again.

CPE: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 6) = 12 (excluding the barghest)

Apparently Desna (or at least the dice roller) thinks that's a fine idea.

I can stay out of the room and attack the Barghest still, shall I do that, or move away from it completely. Thanks to the healing I am only down 9 HP, so should be able to take 1 more round of attacks at least. Thoughts?

Volkar watched in horror as the creature slashed at their recent addition to the party. "No longer friends I see,"[b] he said with a stern frown.

His swing was closer to the creature, but simply slid past the swirling fangs and claws. [b]"We need to help him and stop that."

Andrezi once more calls for the team to fall back, praying for Desna's healing guidance to get the team out alive. She responds with the strongest healing yet, evidently affirming her cleric's choices. Luckily, Orik is just within the range of Andrezi's plea!

Volkar tries another swipe while taunting the creature, but comes no where near hitting the beast.

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- 9 dmg
Barghest- 48 dmg
Kiera
Volkar-

Wait a minute ... I am assuming by Volkars action, we are not pulling out of the room now?

Well, Volkar is right in front of the door, so its not going to be much for him to step out. In addition, Orik is still on the other side of the fire pit.. He took his turn before yall called for the retreat. Two of the same vote would get him to move on his next turn, but so far he's heard one call for retreat and the other stood fast.

"Back off, back off!" shouts Kiera. "We need to get to a better space!"

Thrown returning dagger, into melee, past cover: 1d20 + 4 - 4 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 - 4 - 4 = 12

That answers that question. I should be able to 5 foot step this turn and attack him still. Then retreat next turn. I would rather the Barghest have an option between Volkar and I as I am more likely to survive a full hit.

I step towards the creature again and swing at it, hoping to strike it's head.

War-Axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 5 + 1 = 18
War-Axe Damage: 1d10 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11

Daelric: You should be able to, but theres not any room for you right now.
Kiera: You retreated some time ago down the hall. I have allowed the MM to go off as unerring hits even though I believe you are supposed to be able to see the target. Unfortunately, I cannot allow the same for the dagger. You don't even have a visual on the creature from where you are.

Kiera tosses her dagger into the mix, but it clangs off of the wall. Daelric tries to step into the battle, but Volkar blocks the way between the fire pit and the wall.
This turn you two may switch as per the reposition feat if you both agree that what you want to do.

The Barghest roars out another challenge filled with vitriol and hatred as he swipes at Volkar with his claws. Both claws rip right through mail and armor to rip shreds out of the dwarven hide below.
Claw 1: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (13) + 12 = 25
Claw 2: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (9) + 12 = 21

C1: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8
C2: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

Orik heeds the calls of the rest of the group, and grabs for his bow before falling back through the doors.

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Andrezi
Orik- 12 dmg
Daelric- 9 dmg
Barghest- 48 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- 16 dmg

I grab hold of Volkar and try to pull him out of the room and towards our friends, in case he decides to try and continue the fight.

Andrezi continues to do his best to heal his companions.

CPE: 2d6 ⇒ (1, 5) = 6 (excluding the barghest)

As no one voiced an objection to being bodily hauled out of the room..

Daelric pulls Volkar out into the hallway, where Andrezi channels another round of healing towards the beleaguered fighters.

The beast rushes towards the door, but stops at the threshold, roaring and spitting insanely and incomprehensibly. It bashes against an unseen barrier with thunderous attacks, its limbs not passing the plane of the inner wall of the chamber.

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Andrezi
Orik- 6 dmg
Daelric- 3 dmg
Barghest- 48 dmg
Kiera
Volkar- 10 dmg

Seeing that the creature is unable to get through this barrier, I step towards it and swing my axe, seeing if it can go through the barrier if it is can, if it can injure the creature.

War-Axe Attack: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 5 + 1 = 18