The Laughing Wolf Inn

Game Master Thomi Gallowshade

Flug stays on his own horse, guarding the wagon and all their equipment.

Anyone moving up to Sirena's position, please make a stealth roll in addition to other skill rolls you may do. Celif will stay with the wagon for now also.

Nästród doesn't trust that his lame leg won't give them away. He stays with the wagons.

I stay by the wagons.

Not trusting his ability to move silently, Argyros remains with the wagon.

Flug sees the others stay behind as well and decides to go with Sirena, tying his horse near the wagon and taking a longer route that puts him some distance away from the others climbing the hill.

Stealth: 1d20 + 5 - 2 ⇒ (19) + 5 - 2 = 22 2 is ACP
Perception: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 1 = 11

Sirena, Imowen, Gezzo, Fener and Flug creep up the hill to a patch of bushes and survey the hilltop. Ahead on the trail are two wagons that have been attacked. Dead horses and humans litter the ground, and both wagons are smoldering.

Four Ogres are ransacking the remains, and their focus on that activity makes them unaware of the group's approach. One is pulling contents out of a wagon and scattering them on the ground, but seems to have found some food as it is dipping into a barrel and stuffing something in its maw. Two are searching bodies on the ground, while the fourth is cutting big chunks of horse meat from a dead animal and putting them in a sack.

Sirena goes back down the hill and fills in the others at the wagon with these details, and then returns to the observation point to rejoin the others.

A map has been uploaded to the FB group.

I rolled a 1 for the Ogres' perception counter to the stealth rolls. They are so busy ransacking the wagons that you can probably get into position without being seen, as long as you don't go into open areas.

"We-we must get through here. I go."

Flug takes out his shield and a javelin, heading into the trees.

Flug heads to V-9, taking cover behind the tree. He'll wait until everyone's in position, seems like it, or signals, before acting.

Flug stares at the nearest ogre, his eyes clouding with darkness as he connects to the unfathomable void in the machinery of the stars, willing the ogre to join him, to see what he sees.

Gift of Madness (Will negates, DC 15) on ogre at R/S-12/13. If fail, become Confused for one round.

Scanning the gruesome scene, I try to see if there is any sign of Cayden.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19

Once Sirena returns I whisper to her, We need a group plan of attack. Are the others joining us?

Sounds like a tough fight is to be had. How about splitting up into two groups, each group attempting to take down one beast before the battle is joined. How does that sound?

"If Cayden's not there, maybe we shouldn't risk it? I don't like ogres either, but we need to find Cayden most of all."

We need to get the wagon past them somehow, I'm not much of an expert on stealth, but I don't think it's possible to get it, and the horses, past them.

how do we handle spells since we leveled up mid day? I am taped out. but can still swing a staff well enough

I'm no expert on strategies with this large of a group, but they preoccupied with the results of their rampage. We have the element of surprise, if we are careful.

We can ambush them. I can move into position to attack the northernmost ogre. You interested in joining me Fener and Imowen?

If we manage I move into position, Argyros will use a point from his arcane pool to enchant his weapon before we spring the ambush.

Rudy and I are with you.

Which is north? top of map or the direction we are heading?

Since I rolled a 1 for the Ogres' perception, you get a surprise round. So, move into position and let me know when you are ready. Again, as long as you don't move into open areas, even non-stealthy folks can accomplish this. North is the top of the map. The trail winds up and down, and east and west as it steadily heads north.

how do we handle spells since we leveled up mid day? I am taped out. but can still swing a staff well enough

You will need the appropriate rest period to regenerate your spells.

Then Gezzo, Flug and Nastrod are with me in the south. Maybe Celif would like to join your group Argyros?

Fener moves to T8. Taking a round about route that avoids detection.
He readies his sling.

I move to M25, shield and javelin ready, Southern group should target second ogre from the west at P17.

Sirena moves to L-25 with Thorgrim. Celif moves to H-24.
When everyone is set, I will update the map and then the surprise round will begin.

I would be delighted to join you, Argyros and Fener and of course, Rudy.

I will move, by a round about route to the north, to S-9 and prepare my shortbow for a sneak attack.

Nästród moves to H8. He will cast Doom (DC 14) at the ogre around L14.

Gezzo nods his approval and carefully moves to position himself for the attack. He runs his hand across his blade, muttering a quiet incantation in preparation for his next move.

Move to H17 (I'm assuming that is still cover, if not G17); Cast True Strike on his great sword.

It appears everyone is in position, and an updated map has been uploaded. This is the surprise round, and you will be attacking flat-footed AC.

Celif begins the surprise round by casting Bless on Gezzo, Sirena and Thorgrim - +1 to your attack rolls.

Nastrod Casts Doom on Ogre #1.

Ogre #1 Will Save: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

Nastrod's spell seems to have no effect on the Ogre.

Flug does the action stated earlier, Gift of Madness (Will negates, DC 15) on Ogre #2.

Argyros will start at R8, beside Imowen and use his arcane pool to add +1 to his scimitar

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16

When the surprise round begins, Argyros will charge to R11 and attacking Ogre #3, swinging Llafn Du in both hands, Swift action for Arcane Strike.

attack: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
damage: 1d6 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

Gezzo leaps from his cover and steps forward to attack the first ogre.

These beast's retribution must be accordingly severe for their foul actions!

Initiative: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8

Move to K14, Cast Judgement:Destruction (Swift action), Attack Ogre #1

Attack: 1d20 + 4 + 20 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 4 + 20 + 1 = 36
Damage: 1d10 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 1 = 12

Fener fires his sling at Ogre 3. Yelling Go Rudy, Attack, There is a bottle of Rumboozle for you when we are done

Attack 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Damage 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Rudy charges in and attacks at T13

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25
Damage 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4
trip 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22

After firing Fener will move to V11

two ones in a row and a 20. how about those odds......

Crit confirm for rudy 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (12) + 5 = 17
damage 1d6 ⇒ 6

Seeing everyone charging in, despite the plan, I laugh to myself and charge at ogre 2. Loosing myself in bloodlust for the second time this day.

attack: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 9 + 1 + 2 = 22
damage: 2d6 + 9 ⇒ (4, 3) + 9 = 16

Initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Ogre #2 Will Save: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14 The Ogre succumbs to Flug's spell and is confused.

Argyros bursts from the bushes and strikes a blow at Ogre #3, but the beast manages to sidestep the attack!

Gezzo summons divine judgment and wallops Ogre #1 for 12 points of damage!

Fener swirls his sling and lets fly at Ogre #3, but the missile flies wide and misses!

Rudy lunges at Ogre #3 and manages to bite a critical spot for 10 points of damage! The Ogre shrieks in pain, trips, and falls prone! WOW!

Thorgrim charges Ogre #2, swings his weapon in a powerful arc, and smashes it for 16 points of damage!

Sirena moves to L-20, pulls back on her longbow, and lets an arrow fly at Ogre #2.

Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24
Damage: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

The shaft buries itself into the Ogre's chest causing 5 points of damage!

Ogres' Initiative: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (1) - 1 = 0 WOW!

Nästród casts Lead Blades on his greataxe.

Fener roles Initiative. 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

I move to S-11 and mount a sneak attack on Ogre #3 with both of my shortswords.

Sneak attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Damage: 1d6 + 1d6 + 1d6 ⇒ (2) + (1) + (3) = 6

Oh bother!

Imowen tries to strike Ogre #3 with her shortswords, but misses with both of them!

START OF ROUND 1

The Ogres rolled a ZERO for initiative, so everyone will go before they do in each round. Go for it!

THE MAP IS UPDATED

I attack Ogre #3 again with both of my shortswords, hoping for better results.

Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

Damage: 1d6 + 1d6 ⇒ (5) + (3) = 8

Imowen swipes at Ogre #3 with her swords again, missing with the first but striking with the second for 5 points of damage (actual damage is 1d6+2, not 1d6).

Celif moves to J-18 and casts a spell on herself.

Sirana launches another arrow at Ogre #2 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8, but it misses!

Sidestepping to a better position, Argyros impales Llafn Du into the downed ogre.

Arcane Strike, using both hands

Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 6 + 4 + 2 = 20
Damage: 1d6 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

Fener moves to T12 an attacks with his staff.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15
damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Rudy side 5ft steps to S14 and flanks with Imowen.

attack: 1d20 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 2 = 11
damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Argyros whips his weapon around and strikes again, causing a further 8 points of damage to Ogre #3!

Fener and Rudy shift positions, attacking Ogre #3 at will. Fener's staff raps the Ogre on the head for 6 points of damage. Rudy loses his grip on the monster...but it does not matter, as Ogre #3 is dead!

Erm. I actually meant Ogre #3 since #2 and #4 are out of my range (30 ft.) if I'm right. Silly me!

Flug walks to the middle of the battlefield, calmly maneuvering himself when the ogre falls and dies to stand on top of its corpse. He turns his head to view the battlefield.

Move action to R-13. Ready standard action: Gift of Madness (Will negates, DC 15) on the nearest ogre within range that charges/attacks.

For formality : initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22

Then kill ogre 3

Rage + powerattack
attack: 1d20 + 9 + 1 - 1 ⇒ (10) + 9 + 1 - 1 = 19
damage: 2d6 + 9 + 3 ⇒ (1, 1) + 9 + 3 = 14