Temple of Elemental Evil (Inactive)

Game Master Thomi Gallowshade

Uldar takes a step back (to M16) and rapidly fires two arrows at Guard A. The shafts rip through the Guard's armor into his chest, killing him instantly!

Roran attacks Guard B (with the falchion?) and hits the foe with such force that he splits the enemy in two causing immediate death!

Guards A and B are dead.

Roran: How do you get a +20 on your damage roll?

Brandor sees the crowd, and decides the party could use the blessings of Moridin to aid them. He casts Bless (+1 attack and save vs fear).

I move to M-15 and cast Flaming Sphere at Guard C.

Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (6, 3, 2) = 11

Trane gestures and a creature begins to form.
Summon Nature's Ally 2

1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14

Brandor invokes the blessing of his deity, aiding the attacks of his comrades!

Kalizama rubs a pinch of powdered iron between her fingers, and then points at Guard C. Suddenly a flaming sphere appears, and the guard cannot dodge it (DC15), suffering a hideous burn!

Trane makes a complicated hand gesture and mumbles a phrase, as he starts a summoning.

Garm?

Garm sighs inwardly at the brigands. Like the foolish Barbarians of Yeld, these guards know nothing of the subtleties of tactics. We shall rout them like the Lions of Keeba did over a hundred years ago.

Garm begins Inspire Courage.

Inspire Courage: +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.

Garm begins a recitation of courage, inspiring the combat capabilities of his comrades!

Group 2: The Guards

Guard C steps back and drinks a potion 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8

Guard D attacks Roran with a sword 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14 but he is able to block the blow with his shield!

Guards E, F and G fire crossbows at Roran:
E - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10
F - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4
G - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

The bolts fly haphazardly, all missing their mark!

Guards H-O, alarmed that an attack has started, leap out of their bunks and begin equipping their armor and weapons!

End of Round 1

The map is updated.

Round 2

Group 1: The Players

I cannot get the map to upload to FB at the moment. Guard D is in N-14, and Guard C is in O-13.

but he is able to block the blow with his shield!

Shields are for the weak. Real men block swords with their chest! Their full-plate covered chest, but still :P

I can't remember the map off of the top of my head. Would it be possible to get a cleave in?

I can't remember the map off of the top of my head. Would it be possible to get a cleave in?

You are currently only adjacent to Guard D, so no.

I move to M-15 and direct my Flaming Sphere at Guard C again, then cast Lightning Bolt at Guard E.

Flaming sphere Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (5, 1, 5) = 11 DC 15

Lightning Bolt Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (5, 1, 4, 1, 6) = 17 DC 16

I meant if I moved. Are there at least two guards adjacent to each other?

Garm takes a deep breath before rounding the corner he's behind and firing off a shot at the nearest guard. Five Foot Step?

Lt. Crossbow: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 6 + 2 = 11 -4 if the target is engaged in melee with an ally. I will prefer targets not in melee of course.

Bolt: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

He then reloads his crossbow as quickly as he can and pray one of the stray bolts doesn't hit him. Move action/

Uldar aims at the guard behind the door C in O-13.
+1 shortbow+PB+PS+IC-RS (cover): 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 = 25
Piercing/Magical damage+PB+IC: 1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 6

+1 shortbow+PB+PS+IC-RS (cover): 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (7) + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 = 18
Piercing/Magical damage+PB+IC: 1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 8

Roran, you can always declare in case the enemy drops you step over the body and attempt a cleave over the next one providing a contingency cleave attack roll. If you cannot, Story Master will just adjust your action or ask you for a fix.

That's a good point Uldar.

Roran takes a five foot step forward, laughing as the attacks bounce off his armor. "My sister hits harder than you!" He brings his falchion sideways for another cut. But he is overeager and bangs his blade into the wall.

Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15
Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (3, 3) + 20 = 26

Kalizama moves forward, directing her Flaming Sphere to pursue Guard C:

Reflex Save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 1 = 10

Guard C is burned by the incoming sphere! At the same time, Kalizama points into the far room and CRAAAACK! A bolt of lightening erupts from her hand, traveling in a straight line and hitting Guards D, C, E and G!

Reflex Saves for Half Damage:

D - 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9
C - 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21
E - 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4
G - 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

The bolt of electrical energy rips through all four Guards, killing them instantly! Wow...

Garm rounds the corner and fires a bolt at Guard F - but the guard has cover behind the mantlet, and the bolt buries itself into the protective wood!

Uldar fires two arrows at Guard F! The first manages to strike the Guard causing a major wound, but the second arrow is deflected by the mantlet!

Roran moves forward and attempts to slash Guard F with his flachion, but the foe is able to dodge the blow!

Roran, I moved you to N-12

The map will be updated. All foes south of Guard F are deceased, the Flaming Sphere is occupying O-13.

Brandor double moves to M12.

Trane? Waiting for you to take your turn...

The druid moves in to back up the fighter (to N13) and his cat moves to back up him (N14). Trane around his face and hands turns into a lion.
Move N13 std = totem transformation

Trane finishes his spell, and transforms into a lion! He and his animal companion then move forward toward the fight!

Group 2: The Guards

Guard F steps east and fires another bolt at Roran 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13 but the shot bounces off his armor!

The other Guards see multiple foes advancing upon them, and they cease their attempts to don armor, equip their weapons, and ready themselves to fight!

Round 3

Group 1: The Players

The map is updated.

Roran steps over with a growl. "You're done for, just give up before we split your guts all over the floor!" He chops at another pair of guards.

Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (19) + 14 = 33
Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (3, 3) + 20 = 26

Confirm: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21
Crit Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (4, 2) + 20 = 26

Cleave: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (8) + 14 = 22
Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (1, 4) + 20 = 25

AC is 18 for cleaving.

Roran steps over with a growl.

Please designate your ending square coordinate.

Uldar steps to the front N15 aims at another guard, and shots a couple of arrows to F or whomever is still alive.
+1 shortbow+PB+PS+IC-RS: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (8) + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 = 19
Piercing/Magical damage+PB+IC: 1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 6

+1 shortbow+PB+PS+IC-RS: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 10 + 1 + 2 - 2 = 24
Piercing/Magical damage+PB+IC: 1d4 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 6

"They are reading their weapons, be prepared for a charge!" the halfling takes arrow after arrow from his carcaj and sends them flying over the room to the foes.

O11

Brandor is eager to join the fight, and he hurries toward the room full of foes!

Roran quickly steps forward and, reaching over the wood barricade, swings his weapon at Guard F, striking with a critical hit that smashes into the enemy, slicing him in half! He then twirls and strikes at Guard H, who tries to parry the blow but instead is horrified to see Roran weapon slide down his own sword and plunge deep into his chest, killing him!

Uldar steps forward and, spotting Guard I, rapidly shoots him with two arrows! Both shafts strike the unarmored Guard, burying themselves in his chest, killing him!

I direct my Flaming Sphere to attack the nearest guard behind the barricade.

Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (5, 5, 4) = 14 DC 15

Kalizama concentrates and directs the Flaming Sphere to rise, float over the wood barricade, and descend upon Guard I at P-10!

Reflex Save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

The ball of flame crashes into the Guard, and roasts him alive, killing him!

Trane moves up and attacks the guard with bite and claws. His shield and scimitar drop to the ground forgotten for the moment. Step to O12 full attack F @P11

bite: 1d20 + 6 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 6 + 2 - 2 = 261d4 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6
claw: 1d20 + 6 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 6 + 2 - 2 = 101d4 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9
claw: 1d20 + 6 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 6 + 2 - 2 = 171d4 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6
confirm?/xtra damage: 1d20 + 6 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 6 + 2 - 2 = 171d4 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

"If any grease goes down, it should go here or here."

Trane points to areas the keep the enemies from concentrating without hampering movement through them.L-M 9-10 or O-P 7-8.

Inspire +2 and Totem xformation for d4 claws and bite--AC17 due to now shield now

The cat moves up and prepares to defend herself filling the right of the Fighter - druid - lion line.

move to P12 and full defense for +4AC = 20 total AC now

Trane: There are no living enemies south of the wooden barrier which blocks the passageway between rooms. I will update the map - take a look at current positions of foes and rethink your move. For all players: climbing or jumping over the barricade and remaining standing will take either an acrobatics or a climb skill roll MINUS your armor check penalty (we are in the midst of battle). The DC is 10 for either skill. If you fail the roll, do a Reflex save to see if you still land on your feet, or whether you end up falling prone.

The map is updated.

Revised Action
Trane sees the room crowded, and begins a ritual of summons after moving closer (N12).
Summon nature's ally I
His lion follows behind (N13)

Can we knock down the barrier, either by tipping it over or smashing it? Roran is pretty good at those kind of things.

Can we knock down the barrier, either by tipping it over or smashing it? Roran is pretty good at those kind of things.

Yes you can! It cannot be tipped, due to its shape. It has a hardness of 5, 20 hit points, and a break DC of 15. Piercing damage has no effect, so bludgeoning or slashing are the choices.

Garm will attempt another shot at a nearby guard, five foot step back to cover if possible and then reload.

Crossbow: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 6 + 2 = 16

Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Ok, thanks. I'll destroy it on my next turn.

Garm moves to O-14 and fires a bolt at Guard J. The missile flies true, and the Guard howls in pain as it sticks in his shouder!

Group 2: The Guards

The unarmored guards retreat toward the rear of the room, yelling Help! We're under attack! They grab javelins from one of the barrels along the back wall and hurl them at Roran!

J - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
K - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
L - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 = 19
M - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
N - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
O - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17

A shower of javelins coming toward him, Roran ducks behind the barricade and escapes injury!

The north door of the room opens, and two powerful-looking warriors enter the room, moving toward the barricade. One laughs, pointing at you with his sword as he advances! The second kisses the blade of his battle axe, which is emitting a soft glow, and screams, Attack, Earth Guards! Return these fools to the dirt from which they arose!

The map is updated. Images of the two new warriors have been added to the FB group.

Round 4

Group 1: The Players...

Roran flings the blood from his blade, then roars and shatters the barricade with one strike. "Come on you cowards, who's next?"

Sunder: 1d20 + 14 - 4 ⇒ (12) + 14 - 4 = 22
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (3, 3) + 21 = 27

Fighting defensively since I'm probably about to eat the brunt of the attacks by these two. AC is 22.

Uldar moves in front of Garm O-13 trying to protect the gnome from the guards "Earth guards! What alliance do you serve?! Whom is your lord?"

The halfling then fires a shot, trying to finish the guard in the back which was stroke by the bolt before J.

+1 shortbow+IC+PB (cover): 1d20 + 10 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 10 + 2 + 1 = 19
Piercing/Magical damage+IC+PB: 1d4 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 2 + 1 = 8

I move to P-12 and direct my Flaming sphere to attack Guard 1.

Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 3, 1) = 5 DC 15

Then I cast a Scorching Ray at the same Guard.

Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (3, 4, 2) = 9 DC 15

Stand firm, Lions of Keeba! Let today ring true with the fury of our steel and the screams of our fallen enemies. Rally, Lions, rally!

Garm continues to bolster his allies with recitations of battles past. Inspire Courage for +2 Attack/Damage and +2 saves vs. Fear.

Brandor steps in (move to O10) and takes a swing at the axe wielder with his warhammer.

Attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 = 30
Damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9

Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25
Damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13

Ouch! If 25 hits, that's 30 dmg!

Roran swings his blade with all of his might, and brings it crashing down upon the wood barricade! The wood splinters, and it is hacked into two pieces which teeter and then fall flat on the floor!

Uldar fires an arrow at Guard J, and the shaft buries itself in his chest, killing him!

Kalizama directs her flaming sphere at Guard #1:
Reflex Save: 1d20 ⇒ 16
He easily sidesteps the attack!

She then directs a Scorching Ray at Guard #1 A ranged touch attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10 but he quickly ducks and the flames pass over his head and strike the far wall!

Garm inspires his comrades with spoken prose!

Brandor moves in to Guard #1 and swings his might warhammer while the enemy is ducking from Kalizama's flaming ray spell! His weapon strikes a thunderous blow upon the enemy, causing 30 damage!

An eagle with a bright halo appears (S8) and begins attacking the guards (guard O then N if he falls). He attempts to smite the first guard he sees with divine claws and beak.

Trane Step to N12 full round summons=Nature's Ally 3, eagle full round attack

bite: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 161d4 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5+1 if evil to damage
claw: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 131d4 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6+1 if evil to damage
claw: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 221d4 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8+1 if evil to damage

After bringing in his eagle, Trane begins to invoke another summons. Trane considers adding to the fighter's already impressive strength, but decides more allies are needed. He does not think the eagle will occupy the enemies for long.

Chaandra moves to O12 and realizes that the fighter is in trouble. At her master's command, she tries to pull the fighter out of danger if he is attacked.

Aid DC 10 gives Rorax +2 AC to the first attack by one of the BIG fighters. No help for a mook attack.
aid: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20

Suddenly a large, glowing eagle appears toward the back of the room, and it immediately attacks Guard O! With sharp beak and deadly talons, it rips into the Guard and kills him!

Trane begins casting another spell...

Chaandra moves forward, fangs bared...

Group 2: The Guards

Guards 1 and 2 move forward and attack Brandor!

1 - 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (16) + 12 = 28
2 - 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (6) + 0 = 6

Guard 1 swings his glowing axe and strikes true, 1d8 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 6 + 1 = 10 slicing Brandor for 10 points of damage! Guard 2 also swings, but Brandor manages to parry the blow!

Guards K, L, M and N surround and attack the Eagle:

K - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
L - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
M - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
N - 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

The eagle manages to evade their attacks!

Round 5

Group 1: The players

The map is updated.

Without moving from place, protecting Gram, the halfling fires a volley of arrows at the sword warrior "Who are you?! Surrender!"
+1 shortbow+IC+PS+PB-RS: 1d20 + 10 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (3) + 10 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 14
Piercing/Magical damage+IC+PB: 1d4 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 + 2 + 1 = 7

+1 shortbow+IC+PS+PB-RS: 1d20 + 10 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (2) + 10 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 13
Piercing/Magical damage+IC+PB: 1d4 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 + 2 + 1 = 7

Uldar looks at the symbols at their armors trying to identify their affiliation.
K. local: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7
Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17

"Brandor, move over!" Roran tries to shove his way into the room and chop at the two guards before him.

If Brandor moves, Roran will five foot step to O10 and cleave. If for some reason he doesn't or can't, ignore the second attack.

Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20
Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (2, 2) + 20 = 24

Cleave: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (17) + 14 = 31
Damage: 2d4 + 20 ⇒ (2, 3) + 20 = 25

Brandor attacks Guard 1 and moves forward 5' to make way for Roran.

Attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16
Damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8