Sheik Voodoo's Katapesh Nights (Inactive)

Game Master voodoo chili

Varkata can use the Rod of Extend Spell, or I have a scroll of Endure Elements if that will help until we get into the thick of things.

I'm also rocking that kick ass gem I always forget about but it might not be enough on its own?

I'll borrow the rod for sure.. and while I know in not an outsider, I didn't know if I'd been changed but the wish, or if I simply gained the immunity.

Well, Kzrira does get the resist for electricity with Gem around...that doesn't help here, but just saying :-).
Also, I do have 2 scrolls of Endure Elements if that helps.

I'm good with whatever you guys got. Kzrira is probably the worst one to be fatigued or sickened since she is the main attacker.

Beyond the cave-in lies a familiar sight as the passage suddenly widens into a cave. The cavern measures some 40 feet wide by 30 deep. Wisps of acrid black smoke eddy in the eerie light shed by the flickering pale blue flames that pop and hiss from cracks in the cave's floor. A rough flattened mound of lava rock rises from the center of the room with a clay bowl resting on top and long blackened bones cast about its base. Two other passages exit the room. The third passage that led upward to the House of the Beast has been destroyed as marked by the rubble you just passed.

A small impish figure leaps from behind the rock onto the bowl once again. The creature is fiery red with flames licking over its batlike wings and grotesque face complete with horns, long drooping ears and long pointy nose. It shouts something in an elemental tongue that pops, cracks and hisses like the flames around you.

Gen frowns. Gem? Really, Karethas? Do you see a holographic girl band here? "Ugh. A mephit," she says with disgust.

Karethas gives GEN a a slight nod of his head, but keeps a friendly tone to his voice as he responds. Well, as friendly as is possible when your words sound like the hissing and popping of flames.

The burnling takes up the coin and bows with a smirk.

Amir sighs inwardly as the coin is taken up by the small creature, Not a bad door rate if the traffic is high... The rogue shakes his head and refocuses on the effort at hand...

Considering that the path required clearing a cave-in, Amir does not believe that the traffic is high.

; ) onward?

Varkata asks Amir quietly, "Did you have an arrangement from your list visit, or is the wizard in the habit of giving money to troublesome elemental-kin?"

Karethas snorts, "Most elementals are more reasonable than many people I know." He glances at Kzrira pointedly before moving on.

Two passages lead out of the chamber: ahead and to the left. Both passages are narrow and rise in a jagged series of steps.

Varkata asks, "So do any of you know which way we should go."

Kzrira looks back at Karethas and rolls her eyes:
Tell you what. I will let you reason with the next elemental we meet.

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Survival: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13 <-- trying to determine the path less travelled

In response to Varkata:
I think we should try this one, it appears less travelled. <-- pointing at the one she believes is the less used, which based on the roll is probably a random guess

The ash in front of the left passage appears disturbed by large misshapen feet. Taking the passage ahead, Amir leads followed by Varkata, Karethas and Kzrira (let me know if you have another preference) the passage ascends curving left a short distance until you enter a sulfur smelling chamber which is covered in serpentine trails melted into the rock surface. Deep hiles pock the stone walls, several bearing the wavering glow of incredible heat.

The passage continues, but is obscured by swirling steam ahead.

Karethas notices a harsh white glow from behind him and turns to see Kzrira's amulet glowing. Turning quickly he pats Varkata on the shoulder, "Hold up. There are elementals of some sort in this chamber." Once again he speaks in the hisses and pops of Ignan,

Should there be any elemental nearby, it chooses not to respond to Karethas' query.

Kzrira shakes her head at Karethas' statement.
If my understanding is correct, the color responds to the nature of the elemental. It has usually shone red when close to those of fire. Probably blue for fire. I would think grey or brown for earth. That leaves air as the likely cause of the white light.

She pauses and then looks at Karethas:
Is Gen an elemental? I would hope that she would not affect the amulet.

Is Gen an elemental? I would hope that she would not affect the amulet.

well, since we were counting genies as elementals, probably. However, this is independent of her presence.

Varkata says, "I don't see anyone... Though I may be able to fix that. "

"Well, standing here is not getting us anywhere." Karethas shrugs.

Varkata says, "Point taken. Let's see what Cayden can show us..". She touches the holy symbol hanging from her ear, whispering a silent prayer, then releasing a burst of magic.

Invisibility Purge -- dispels Invisibility within 40' of Varkata for next 8 minutes≤

Varkata casts her spell and... nothing more is seen beyond the swirling steam. The party moves forward cautiously into the next chamber. Everyone is protected from the scalding vapor except Kzrira who shrinks back losing sight of the others.

A breathy sibilant rasping is heard near Karethas.

Amir steps cautiously but hesitates if it appears that Kzrira is being separated from the group...

Karethas- looking for a fort save... nevermind

Karethas save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

Round 1
Karethas
Kzrira
Amir
Varkata
R2
Belker

The steam solidifies into a demonic form with glowing red eyes. It lays into Karethas with all its fury. Karethas- 6 bite, 4 claw, 8, 4, wing It is obscured in the hot cloud. 20% miss within 5', 50% miss outside that.

Amir grunts at the wizard's comment and swears as the creature lays into the young man.

Moving forward Amir attempts to swing at the belker, focusing on precision over speed...

Sholeh ATtack: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 17 Ouch
Doubtful: 1d6 + 1d6 + 7 ⇒ (1) + (5) + 7 = 13

Ok, so I feel stupid for not reading Voodoo's last one fully. Sorry, I got focused on figuring out what we were dealing with.

Karethas calls Gen back to his hand and attempts to bare the staff menacingly before him.

Ready action to cast Gust of Wind if the Belker turns to smoke.

Knowledge (Planes): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Varkata says, "What's a Belker, since you've seen one bef--," stopping when she sees the thing tear into Karethas, "Well, apparently it's bad is what it is.", and draws Ebon Flame, stepping in to slash at the creature.

Ebon Flame: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (19) + 15 = 34 Threat
Confirm: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (4) + 15 = 19 Ugh. That's sad.

Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11 And Cold: 1d6 ⇒ 5

Seeing the creature, Kzrira is unsure whether she can hit the concealed creature, but decides to open up and hope some arrows strike true.

Karethas, any type of weapons more effective against this?

Attack-rapid shot: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (9) + 17 = 26
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10
Miss: 1d100 ⇒ 55 <-- hit

Attack-rapid shot: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (19) + 17 = 36
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
Miss: 1d100 ⇒ 38 <-- miss

Attack-Iterative: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (4) + 12 = 16
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14
Miss: 1d100 ⇒ 54 <-- hit

thanks to Kzrira for remembering her miss chance
Varkata miss: 1d100 ⇒ 98

Karethas steps away and goes on the defensive as Kzrira swiftly fires into the shapes in the steam. The first arrow hangs as it strikes the belker. The other two fly past. Amir steps back and slashes at shadows. Varkata hits with her icy blade.

The creature keeps after Karethas with vengeful ferocity. A claw rends and wing strikes a glancing blow. Karethas- 6 claw, 2 wing A noise is heard behind Kzrira in the sulfur chamber. Three forms step through the wall. The are rough human, but ill-formed and thick with massive lolling head and gaping mouth.

Round 2
Karethas
Kzrira
Amir
Varkata
R2
Belker

Catching the new arrivals and sending he would be better suited to that task Amir let's out a high whistle to Kzrira as he tumbles part her to put himself between the archer and the creatures... Acro: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (11) + 13 = 24

Probably my whole turn to make that happen?

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Amir, thanks. Flank with my if you can.

Kzrira has Snap Shot, so she threatens 5', which means she can also provide flanking.

Karethas, go invisible if you can. And what are these things?

Knowledge(dungeoneering): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

Assuming Karethas does not say that they are good, Kzrira then turns and begins to unload arrows into them.

Attack-rapid shot: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (11) + 17 = 28
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 8 = 16

Attack-rapid shot: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (3) + 17 = 20
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9

Attack-rapid shot: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (10) + 12 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

If Karethas says that they are friendly, here are miss chances for the mist monster.
Miss 1: 1d100 ⇒ 71 - hit
Miss 2: 1d100 ⇒ 99 - hit
Miss 3: 1d100 ⇒ 91 - hit

1d20 + 9 + 6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 9 + 6 + 4 = 25 to cast Vanish defensively.
1d20 + 9 + 6 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 9 + 6 + 4 = 28 Wish warp effect? I hope that makes it.

Karethas gasps as he is further shredded, Rule number one is being broken SO much! He fends off further attacks from the Belker for the few seconds of concentration he needs to cast a familiar spell comes easily, although he inwardly cringes when it occurs to him how the wish warp may twist his spell.

If there is time, he will look at the new creatures and try to figure out what they are.
KNOWLEDGE CHECK:1d20 + 11 ⇒ (13) + 11 = 24(2 rank, +3 class skill, +6 Int) +7 more for Arcana or Planes checks

HP 23 of 53
AC 13 Touch AC 13 Flat Footed 12
F/R/W 6/7/10
Conditions: -2 Chr & Dex, Resist 20 Fire
Gen
HP 26 of 26
AC 22 Touch AC 14 Flat Footed 20
F/R/W 6/7/10
Resist 5 to Acid/Fire/Cold/Electricity
Conditions:

Varkata curses as the new forms emerge, Aye, you're probably enjoying the show, aren't you? Well, the least you can do is lend me some strength... then calls out, "Kzrira, Amir -- try to keep the newcomers off me while I deal with the Belker." With that, she begins to reach down to the electric power within herself, and releases it, her grey eyes crackling like miniature storms. Filled with newfound strength, she snarls at the strange beast before her, her voice echoing with the power filling her, "Now, Smoky, I've got something for you..."

Entering Bloodrage, Ferocious strike on first attack
Ebon Flame: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (12) + 17 = 29 for: 1d8 + 10 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 10 + 4 = 16 plus frost: 1d6 ⇒ 6
Ebon Flame: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (13) + 12 = 25 for: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14 plus frost: 1d6 ⇒ 3

"Do not attack them first!" Karethas' voice comes from apparent mid-air.

Karethas disappears from sight, but his voice is heard offering advice. Kzrira continues firing at the fiendish elemental. Aided by her amulet, the arrows pierce the monster. A moment later, the evil elemental is torn apart by Varkata's whirling wrath.

Amir interposes himself between Kzrira and the trio of strange humanoids. Their bulbous heads rock back and forth as they pause with their backs to the rough volcanic wall. One answers in a language that imitates the rumbling and grating of clashing rocks.

maybe some diplomacy?

"Ummmm, they want to know why we are here. I think they are servants of the shaitan, so they have no love of the efreeti. They could be allies, but I don't know what to say. I would be glad to interpret for anyone who does though."

Varkata says, "The Shaitan? Now that is interesting." She nods at Karethas' request, "Allow me."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20

She sheathes her blade and steps forward, her arms wide to show that she's unarmed, and says, "Well met. We are a band who have come to stop the machinations of the Efreet Jhavhul, and end the threat to our people. We mean no harm to any who are not aligned with him and his evil, and would welcome any assistance -- if only information about where the Efreet are holed up."

The creatures do not seem to need translation and one replies in Kelish. Its voice is loud and mumbling and the mouth does not move from the gaping idiot grin. "We wish only to wait for our Masters' return. Long have they and the Efreet been gone from this place. Perhaps the Efreeti warlord's return means that our Masters will remember us. We owe Jhavhul nothing though and will not block your way if you mean us no harm."

"The Belker was not welcome. It was sent to spy on this back entrance into the volcano. Past the Belker's lair is a shrine of fire and beyond, the way to Xotani's Grave."

Suspecting that updating the creatures on the last known whereabouts of the Shaitan would undoubtedly be in the worst interests of the party, Amir simply nods at the information. Offering a gesture of thanks to the beings the rogue moves to act on the information and leave these creatures to their own activities...

The three ungainly anthropomorphs sink back into the pocked wall and disappear from sight.

I believe that Kzrira is going to need some fire protection, her amulet only protects from energy attacks not ambient heat damage.

Varkata smiles and calls out, "Peace, then. And thank you for the information of what lies beyond."

She turns to her companions, "Shrine of fire? Would it be worth exploring?"

Varkata cast an extended Communal Resist Fire -- 80 minutes each of Resist 20 for the Rogue and Archer -- as we came in?

Varkata cast an extended Communal Resist Fire -- 80 minutes each of Resist 20 for the Rogue and Archer -- as we came in?

There was a lot of ooc discussion, but I didn't see a clear go ahead. No prob, we'll start now.

Amir and Kzrira are warded by Varkata's spell and pass through the steam as if it were a mere morning mist. The passage opens to a hellish vision: a broad pool of sputtering lava laps against the walls of a vast cavern. Through the distorting waves of heat and smoke, several rocky islands of various sizes are visible, bobbing on the molten surface. At the opposite side of the searing pool about 200 feet away, rises an intimidating idol of burning obsidian: a large coiled form with a draconic head and rows of scythe-like legs.

I'm assuming this one we should attack?

Karethas nods and says calmly, "If the large rock idol threatens you in any way, then you should certainly attack it." He gives Varkata a glance and tilt of the head, "Do you recognize it?"

KNOWLEDGE PLANES CHECK:1d20 + 18 ⇒ (12) + 18 = 30(9 rank, +3 class skill, +6 Int) if applicable.

History is prob more appropriate, but this represents Xotani, the firebleeder, said to lie buried at the heart of Pale Mountain.

Amir nods knowingly, Just checking, these sort of things tend to come alive and try to eat people like us...and we have just that sort of luck you know.