The Crucible of Freya
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Grimmy
Ground Floor Donjon
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Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Sounds good to me. Damien will get up a little early to arrange a detail to bury the dead man. We have 9 hours of sleep apiece he can spare one or two. I assume Kevezyat at the very least will be willing to give me a hand?
Female Drow Elf Paladin (Undead Scourge) 4 | HP 22/ 42 | AC 19; Touch 13; Flat Footed 17 | CMD 15 | Fort +9; Ref +7; Will +8 | Init +2 | Perception +5 Loh: 1/6 AP:1/3 Spell Resistance: 10
As will Kevezyat....status quo on the watches!
8-11 : Vhillish, Leovan
11-2 : Kevezyat, Samduc
2-5 : Jerrid, Astor
5-8 : Janna, Damien
That's the right one, yeah?
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Yep, as long as we're up and out and geared we should be good with Janna keeping a lookout while Kev and I dig a short way from the Waystation (Maybe 50ft?) and clearly in Janna's line of sight. Say from 6:30ish to 8?
3AM, Waystation
Perception
Damien: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26
Kevezyat: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
Leo: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16
Astor: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
Vhillish: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20
Janna: 1d20 ⇒ 1
Jerrid: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (16) + 13 = 29
Samduc: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28
-10 if asleep
Initiative:
Sam: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28
Damien: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 2 = 18
Leoven: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4
Astor: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19
Vhillish: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17
Janna: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
Kevezyat: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
Jerrid: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
Heal: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10
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So, Whillish any good story about the 33rd?
Jerrid hears something moving about a hundred feet away from the gate.
Multiple creatures, trying to walk quietly.
Jerrid detects a change in the natural sounds of the outdoors. This is how insects and woodland creatures respond when humanoids go traipsing through their environment.
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Damien rolls over in his sleep...
Deep Gnome Rog3/Wiz1 | Init +5| Hits 14/26 | AC22, tch18, fft15 | SR 15 | F +4, R +9, W +5 | darkvision 120ft, low-light vision, Perception +15/+16
Jerrid sets up a rope against the back wall before his rest. When his watch starts, he checks the gate to see if someone inside was causing trouble before climbing onto the repaired platform
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When the deep gnome hears the very distant sneaking he tells Astor to wake everyone. Then he looks out carefully over the 120 foot range, flicking his claw against the tang of the duergar sickle.
120' darkvision right? Ok.
It looks like about 8 figures are skulking about. They are a little too big to be human, have a hunched posture, and walk with a spring to their step. They definitely carry spears. That is all Jerrid can tell, peering through the gap near where the gate latches.
Deep Gnome Rog3/Wiz1 | Init +5| Hits 14/26 | AC22, tch18, fft15 | SR 15 | F +4, R +9, W +5 | darkvision 120ft, low-light vision, Perception +15/+16
"Eight, orc or gnoll size. With spears. 100 feet," he hisses back to the group. Then he waits to see what else comes into view.
current battle map | Female Sylph Sorcerer 4 | HP 10 / 18 | Init +2; Senses darkvision 60 ft.; Perception +1 | AC 12, Tch 12, FF10 | Ft +1, R +3, W +4
Janna goes about her business, setting up camp rememebring what damien "drilled into her head" he's not like the professors at the Academy.
of course he isn't as bad either she muses remembering her alchemy professor, way too many fumes inhaled by that for fellow, wnd that lazy eye would always creep Janna out when she loked at him.
eventually she has the tent set up. and notices the dead fellow. her healing skills are not so great but she has learned to tell the difference between dead and alive and has been correct just over half the time. zombies, uggg
eventually Janna has a bite to eat and helps with the platform like before before settling in for some sleep.
awakened by some rustling telling her about people approaching Janna makes her way out of the tent.
she pauses to survey the situation before making her way toward the platform.
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
Oh, no...
Leoven have not have time roprepare his spells or regain the use of his protective aura.
He just take his shield ans wait for instructions.
Deep Gnome Rog3/Wiz1 | Init +5| Hits 14/26 | AC22, tch18, fft15 | SR 15 | F +4, R +9, W +5 | darkvision 120ft, low-light vision, Perception +15/+16
Jerrid uses his innate ability and picks out a target as they move. Someone in the middle.
He wills blindness on the humanoid.
Surprise goes to the party. Everyone go.
We can assume Jerrid allows everyone time to make whatever preparations they need to (i.e. draw a weapon, move to the foot of the platform or adjacent to the gate, cast a single buff spell, etc.) before he strikes, which initiates the surprise round.
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Moving to the gate Damien does his best to direct people with hand signals. Gesturing for Leo to join him at the base of the gate and for Astor and Kev to take position just back to either side of him.
Vhillish he directs towards the base of the platform and Sam and Janna to the side for support and flanking.
Taking out his hammer he waits quietly, heart racing...
I positioned everyone where he would recommend, feel free to give him the finger but please don't :) First action incoming.
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Surprise Round
As Jerrid begins the attack, Damien calls out orders, "Jerrid, call when they are near the walls. Leo on signal kick the door and get clear. Deputy, ranged support!"
He looks over his shoulder at Kev and Astor, "Wait till they close with me then step up and bloody the f~~*ers! Sam, hit their flank! Janna, arcane support!"
Standard Action : Begin Inspire Courage
Lets see if we can make use of some good positioning!
male--hp =12/28--AC19/touch 15/ff14 Appears as small human youth Rogue 4(burglar)/Init: +10--Perception: +10(+11 traps)/F +2; R+7; W+2 CMD 15
Sam draws two daggers and moves to gate ready to slip out into the darkness.
Female Drow Elf Paladin (Undead Scourge) 4 | HP 22/ 42 | AC 19; Touch 13; Flat Footed 17 | CMD 15 | Fort +9; Ref +7; Will +8 | Init +2 | Perception +5 Loh: 1/6 AP:1/3 Spell Resistance: 10
Kevezyat stands ready, like a obsidian statue, then nods at Damien's curse laden instructions.
A moment of concentration, she focuses her will on the area outside the gate opposite the direction from which the attackers advance; using her innate ability to deepen the darkness of an area. Darkness
Glancing over her shoulder she says quietly "Samduc, the shadows are deeper in that direction." indicating the direction she places her area of darkness.
male--hp =12/28--AC19/touch 15/ff14 Appears as small human youth Rogue 4(burglar)/Init: +10--Perception: +10(+11 traps)/F +2; R+7; W+2 CMD 15
Escape artist: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9
Sam nods, unable to squeeze through the door. He patiently waits for it to open.
Jerrid, what's your save DC?
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
Surprise Round
Leoven have a lot of doubts , but he can not organize his thought so he will just follow Damien´s orders.
Deep Gnome Rog3/Wiz1 | Init +5| Hits 14/26 | AC22, tch18, fft15 | SR 15 | F +4, R +9, W +5 | darkvision 120ft, low-light vision, Perception +15/+16
DM Grimmy wrote: Jerrid, what's your save DC? 12. "If someone shouts then they may just run. No fight needed."
Gnoll:
Will: 1d20 ⇒ 6
Blind as a bat
HP: 17/34, - AC: 16/T: 12/FF: 14 – Perception +3 - Initiative: +4 - F: +6: R +3/ W: +2(+1 vs Fear) - CMB: +6 - CMD: 18, Speed: 30 Acrobatics +3, Climb +7, Heal +2, Intimidate +2, Perception +4, Sense Motive +7, Stealth +3, Survival +7
Surprise Round
Astor reaches for his bow once again, hoping his new arrows will help him hit true this time. Then he moves forward to the gate and looks to Damien.
"Whenever you're ready so am I."
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Damien looks at the bow in Astor's hand, "You'll make a better front line with a sword in hand son."
He shouts up at Astor, "You're the one with eyes on them. Give 'em your best scare!"
Kev, you do realize Darkness is a touch spell right? You have to touch something to designate it as the source. And I hate to say it but if they're attacking in the dead of night they probably have darkvision.
Sorry, I forgot to say it because it has been the same for so many nights in a row, but tonight is a clear night with bright starlight. So darkness does change the lighting conditions. Damien's points notwithstanding.
Male Gnome Gunslinger (Bolt Ace archetype) 4 | HP 27/39 | Init +3 (+5 w/Grit) | Perc +10 (Low Light Vision) | AC: 19 T: 15 FF:15 | CMD: 16 | Fort +6 Ref +7 Will +3 | Grit: 2/2
Surprise Round
Awoken, Vhillish rises with a scowl and reaches for his arbalest, loading it as he moves to where Damien stands to receive his orders - all business despite the nightcap he wears;
"Base of the platform? Right you are sah!"
The serjeant-depute shoots a look at Lannet, then moves briskly into position afore loading his arbalest.
Janna's up, then Round 1.
HP: 17/34, - AC: 16/T: 12/FF: 14 – Perception +3 - Initiative: +4 - F: +6: R +3/ W: +2(+1 vs Fear) - CMB: +6 - CMD: 18, Speed: 30 Acrobatics +3, Climb +7, Heal +2, Intimidate +2, Perception +4, Sense Motive +7, Stealth +3, Survival +7
"I was hoping to take a few down before they got here, but if you think that's best..." Astor wants to grumble a bit more but he realizes that his is not the keen eye for strategy. He waits to see what the others will do before making a decision.
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Thus far it seems like people are on board Astor. The idea is that we aren't going to be opening the gate until they get within 20ft or so of the walls. we want them to funnel through the gate. Remember, if we can pepper them with ranged attacks, they can do the same to us and I for one don't have my crossbow on me...
If this is a disaster you know not to trust me in future :P
HP: 17/34, - AC: 16/T: 12/FF: 14 – Perception +3 - Initiative: +4 - F: +6: R +3/ W: +2(+1 vs Fear) - CMB: +6 - CMD: 18, Speed: 30 Acrobatics +3, Climb +7, Heal +2, Intimidate +2, Perception +4, Sense Motive +7, Stealth +3, Survival +7
No, I think you're right, just between my quick reading and Astor's stubbornness I'm playing him this way. He'll probably be wrong again, or at least the dice will play against him. The gods may not want him to be an archer!
Female Drow Elf Paladin (Undead Scourge) 4 | HP 22/ 42 | AC 19; Touch 13; Flat Footed 17 | CMD 15 | Fort +9; Ref +7; Will +8 | Init +2 | Perception +5 Loh: 1/6 AP:1/3 Spell Resistance: 10
Damien "Wet" Winters wrote:
Kev, you do realize Darkness is a touch spell right? You have to touch something to designate it as the source. And I hate to say it but if they're attacking in the dead of night they probably have darkvision.
Right, forgot about that.
Kevezyat picks up a stone from the ground, and it is that upon which she focuses her innate darkness. She then tosses the stone to lie on the other side of the wall, opposite the direction the attackers come from.
current battle map | Female Sylph Sorcerer 4 | HP 10 / 18 | Init +2; Senses darkvision 60 ft.; Perception +1 | AC 12, Tch 12, FF10 | Ft +1, R +3, W +4
Surprise round
Janna climbs to the top of the platform to check out the scene. (she does have 60' darkvision.
we did not rest to regain our daily use spells right? so Janna is still down 4 lightning bolts
It's 3AM and bed-time was 8PM. Janna slept for 7 hours.
I'm kinda blanking on how this works for sorcerors.
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Timing! Eight hours of rest to prepare spells so she is close but correct in still being down the bolts.
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
next time Leoven will go to sleep at 7 Pm :p
Then he would be a couple miles up the road with no waystation ;)
Plus, Leo needs some time to pray. Sorcerors have it good!
Male Half-Elf Arcane Duelist 4 | HP 8 / 34 | AC 17; T 13; FF 15 | CMD 20 | F +3; R +7; W +6 | Init +2 | Per +8
Round 1
Channeling power into his hammer Damien readies an action to attack the first enemy to come within reach after Jerrid gives the signal and Leo opens the door.
"Patience boys and girls, just be ready to pop the door Leo. Give us about 20 feet if you can Astor."
Free Action : Maintain Inspire Courage
Swift Action : Arcane Strike
Standard Action : Ready attack on the first enemy to come within reach.
Buffs: Inspire Courage : +1 Atk/Dam, +1 vs fear
Arcane Strike : +1 Dam, magic
Leo, you'll likely need to spend a move action to unbar the door and then ready one to kick it open in time. Who needs spells to be important, we need someone to get the damn door! :D
See you guys in the morning, remember patience :) Except those on the platform, you give 'em hell!
Female Drow Elf Paladin (Undead Scourge) 4 | HP 22/ 42 | AC 19; Touch 13; Flat Footed 17 | CMD 15 | Fort +9; Ref +7; Will +8 | Init +2 | Perception +5 Loh: 1/6 AP:1/3 Spell Resistance: 10
Round 1
Through gritted teeth, Kevezyat hisses "Strike true and strike quickly, the shock of our response may serve to scatter the bandits."
Her grip on her sword is relaxed, her breathing calm.
Standard Action: Ready attack on first enemy to come to melee range.
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
1st turn
Holy Thyr... - Leoven unbar the Door and kick to open it
Str check: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (5) - 1 = 4
You can open without the strength check if you want to walk out there pushing it...
Male Human Priest 4; AC:14 (or 16 with shield); Hp: 11/22;CMD:12; Fort: +7 Ref :+3 Will: +9; Perc +4;Init +1; Concentration +7; Chanel energy 0/3
Unhitching the latch and raising the bar, the young priest walks out alone into the night, pushing the gate wide open.
50 paces away, across the well worn dirt highway, barks and yelps fill the air as one of the feral hyena men loses it's eye-sight, and a patch of magical darkness spreads where Kevezyat's hurled stone lands delivering the hereditary magic of her people.
Deep Gnome Rog3/Wiz1 | Init +5| Hits 14/26 | AC22, tch18, fft15 | SR 15 | F +4, R +9, W +5 | darkvision 120ft, low-light vision, Perception +15/+16
Round One Initiative check (if needed) 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14
Jerrid leaps forward to pull Leoven back behind the party. Fully expecting the priest to become a pin cushion otherwise.
"Scare them off!"
Strength test to pull Leoven back 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21
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