Temple of Empyreal Brute Squad (Inactive)

Game Master ThorGN

"Heh. Bet he is, Ark. What kind of help did you have in mind?"

"I can't believe I'm gonna accept help from Aasimar.."

Tanrov drags the prisoner and follows the group to the chapel.

Upon reaching the Chapel, the Aasimar say a few choice words over the font, and water bubbles up from its depths. From the shallow pool blossom several perfectly formed lotus flowers.

It is said that weapons dipped in this holy water will be blessed against evil forces for a time.

To Tanrov, We can take charge of Gastidem for you. He will not escape us.

"Beautiful..." whispers Arkwright as he reaches out towards the miraculous flowers.

"Sirs, after all of this is concluded, I would be most grateful for but one of these flowers as a memento of your kindness and your aid against Dakang" he says to the Aasimar.

He then shakes his head as he remembers his task and dips his rapier deeply into the water.

Petr breathes deeply the scent of clean water and lotus blossoms.

"Now we're talking, holy water!

Petr dips a handful of arrows, his spear and morning star in the water.

"Thank you for this."

Erin pulls back her robe and begins dipping weapons into the pool.
10 Arrows, 2 Short Swords, 2 Sickles, 2 Maces.
She also lets out a short laugh at the sight of the flowers, remembering an earlier conversation.

Tanrov hands the prisoner over and then dips his maul and a handful of javelins in the font.

The task complete, he plucks two of the flowers. One he immediately hands to Erin and the other he stows in his pack.

"For luck."

Turning to the Aasimar Petr asks,

"Will you aid us in this battle friends? Surely if Dakang is evil you would help push him from this temple at the end of you spears?"

Erin seems a little caught off guard by the gesture, but accepts the flower and places it in her hair.

"Thank you Tanrov, it is nice to know that some beauty still exists in this place after what we have seen thus far."

If Dakang has truly been leading us astray for years, then we may me more of a hindrance against him than a help, for we would be easily influenced. I do not think we can bring ourselves to raise our spears against him at this time.

All weapons dipped in the water gain the benefits of Bless Weapon for the next 10 minutes.

Ashur takes a flower for himself as well. He dips his claws into the water and rubs some of it on his horns and teeth. Ashur chuckles when Tanrov hands a flower to Erin. He mouths the words "Told you so" to the rogue.

Arkwright takes a flower and then turns to the Aasimar.

"Do you think we have time to rest before we confront Dakang? I can't speak for the party but I know I myself am somewhat exhausted; defeating the three demons in the library took much out of us..."

"I would be afraid of more visits from Demons. If our magics can recharge so can Dakang's"

"Rest? It's barely noon..."

"Besides", Tanrov says. "Our weapons are blessed. What could go wrong?"

"Yea. We don't want to give him anymore time to prepare. He knows we know."

"Are we sure? How do we know he is forewarned?"

"Well, what are we waiting for then? If Ashur keeps that holy water on him for too much longer he likely to burst into flames himself."
Erin says, with a smirk.

"Bursting into flames isn't that bad, its more like my skin melting off into a pool. As far as how he knows, who do you think sent those demons after us? We've been snooping around this place. I think he's figured it out."

Seeing Ashur apply the water to his natural weapons Petr shurgs and applies some holy water to Frey's tusks.

"Can't hurt."

"Hmm you do have a point. Shall we go confront this liar?"

Tanrov nods, "Let's find out what's really going on here."

"Yes let us see what Dakang has to say for himself. Before we seek him in his chambers there are a number of spells I'd like to cast."

"Yea, knew this place was up to no good. I'm ready to go."

"It can't be all that bad. You didn't hesitate to rub the water from the font all over yourself."

"We will go on your word then Petr"

Petr amasses the party near the room the Asimars indicate Dakang is in and begins shredding his spell list. Assuming I have the 6 rounds to cast all of these spells before opening the door.

Petr casts Bless - +1 to attack, +1 saves vs fear - Duration 5 mins.

Petr casts Shield of Faith on Erin - +2 deflection to AC - Duration 5 mins.

Petr casts Shield of Faith on Ashur - +2 deflection to AC - Duration 5 mins.

Petr casts ProtfromEvil on Freya - +2 deflection to AC - Duration 5 mins.

Petr casts Bulls Strength on Tanrov - +4 Strength - Duration 5 mins.

Petr casts Bulls Strength on Freya - +4 Strength - Duration 5 mins.

"Hardly all over myself. If I did that, Erin just might go into shock. If these Aasimar are right, I gain more strength. But if it happens to actually melt me like some wicked witch, I get to be right about them."

Lets get a marching order. I'll be in the back or near the back. Freya can be up with the heavys if need be

"Hmm while we're preparing to enter...."

Arkwright touches himself on the chest and glows for a moment

Cat's Grace, 5mins;

"Thank you Petr"

Erin checks the door for any dangers.

Perception 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26 +1 Traps

Petr, post a map of the area. Arkwright, you will be walking through a 5-foot wide hall, so Enlarge Person is not a great idea right now, unless you feel like making checks to squeeze through. Erin, no Traps.

Ark and Tanrov should be in the front. I'll cover the back of the party.

"Thanks Petr."

Map

Erin whispers to the assembled group.

"All clear."

She then makes her way to the back of the line.

"If everybody's ready, let's go in!"

This map should work

Tanrov marvels as the collection of spells washes over him.

"Thanks Pete!"

The young barbarian makes his way to the front of the group as he's asked and prepares for the worst.

Arkwright steps up behind Tanrov and readies his rapier, a barely restrained grin on his face.

You open the door and cautiously move into the room. The spacious chamber contains a simple bed, a writing desk, and an enormous armoire. A Spiral of Korada is drawn along the north wall, but the drawing is made up of several small marks resembling double-headed arrows. A short stairway leads up to an archway blocked with a heavy curtain.

Dakang is standing in a circle with four other monks, robed in white. Their hoods are up and their backs are turned to the door. Dakang speaks in a soft, but dangerous tone. You would dare invade my sanctum? Interrupt our group meditation? You should be ashamed to return our hospitality this way!

He pauses as a couple more of you enter. Ah well, I can see you all are well beyond talking. Kill them.

The monks turn. It looks as if they were once were Aasimar, but the pale flesh hanging listlessly off their bones betray their current nature.

If we assume to label the columns in the room A-D, left to right, and the rows 1-5, top to bottom, then please arrange yourselves in the area A4:C5. Dakang is in C2, and the other 4 are in B2, B3, C3, and D3.

Round 1
Erin
Petr/Freya
Arkwright
Aasimar Zombie 3
Tanrov
Aasimar Zombie 2
Ashur
Dakang
Aasimar Zombie 4
Aasimar Zombie 1

Try this Map

Petr B5, Freya C4

"Freya, attack!

Petr presents his holy symbol and attempts to put the undead back to rest.

channnel to harm: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 3, 2) = 9

Freya springs forward at the zombie standing before her

Power Attack, gore: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 9 = 10

DMG: 1d8 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20

Oops forgot to add the +1 from bless to that critical fail. :-B

Tanrov will start in B4.

Tanrov enters the room, hammer at the ready.

Upon seeing the zombies his bravado falters, "Deadmen..."

But hefting his newly blessed maul in hand, the young barbarian shouts a warcry and rushes the closest one.

Rage 4/15

1d20 + 13 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 13 - 2 + 1 = 31
2d6 + 12 + 6 ⇒ (5, 6) + 12 + 6 = 29

Erin will start in A4, 5 foot to A3, and swing twice at the enemy in B3.
Attack 1 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13 (Bless)
Damage 1 1d6 + 3 + 2d6 ⇒ (3) + 3 + (6, 3) = 15
Attack 2 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24 (Bless)
Damage 2 1d6 + 1 + 2d6 ⇒ (4) + 1 + (1, 6) = 12

Arkwright will start in C5, 5-foot to C4 and Spell-Combat attack the enemy in C3.

Chain of Events:
Swift Action: Burn 1 point of Arcane Pool, weapon gains +2 enhancement
Cast Shocking Grasp, hold -> 5 foot step to c4 -> deliver it as a free attack against enemy in C3
Attack 1 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (16) + 14 = 30 Critical Threat
Confirm 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (10) + 14 = 24 Confirmed?
Damage 1 6d6 + 3 ⇒ (1, 5, 1, 4, 4, 3) + 3 = 21
Crit Damage (if crit) 12d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 6, 2, 3, 3, 5, 1, 1, 3, 3, 1, 5) + 6 = 42
Then make second spell-combat attack.
Attack 2 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (14) + 14 = 28
Damage 2 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Total Damage if not-crit: 28
Total Damage if crit: 49

Will Save:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Arkwright directs his second spell-combat attack at a secondary target as the first Zombie starts to fall. You can do that, yes?

All four Zombies fall in rapid succession, before they are even able to act.

Yes, definitely not Juju Zombies. Ashur!

Pretty sure I can, yes.

Tanrov pulls his hammer free of the assimar's pulverized remains.

"Why Dakang? Why are you lying to these people?"

"Frankly I don't care." Ashur gives in to his pit-touched heritage and his horns grow sharp. He roars as he rushes towards Dakang hoping to impale him.

Rage + Power Attack + charge + Bless
1d20 + 15 ⇒ (4) + 15 = 19

1d8 + 13 ⇒ (5) + 13 = 18