Variel's WotR

Game Master Neltji

"black boots"?

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 25 ⇒ (20) + 25 = 45 What sort of spell are these 'black boots'?

Seeing no wound but feeling mightily drained, "What in the blazes was that?!" he asks, glaring at the demon and unloading a plethora of attacks upon it.

Crikey! 4 levels. Man that is one nasty boot. "Ant ... boot" ;)

+1 Cold Iron Earth breaker(Raging w/PA): 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20
Damage: 2d6 + 27 + 1d6 ⇒ (4, 1) + 27 + (4) = 36

+1 Cold Iron Earth breaker(Raging w/PA): 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (11) + 14 = 25
Damage: 2d6 + 27 + 1d6 ⇒ (6, 6) + 27 + (4) = 43

+1 Cold Iron Earth breaker(Raging w/PA): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17
Damage: 2d6 + 27 + 1d6 ⇒ (4, 5) + 27 + (5) = 41

AC 25; Hp's 179/233 156/213; Speed 60'; Rage (17/37); DR 5-; Resist 5: Acid/Cold; Resist 2: Fire; Attacks: Good aligned vs. Evil Outsiders(+1d6); Mythic (7/11) used

Current Svs: Fort +16/Ref +2/Will +6

Stupid autocorrect. It was suppose to be black bolts and the spell is enervation!

Morgrym lashes out at the derakni before him hits 1 times out of the three. He is certain that another blow would have landed it if were not for the drained feeling he got when that black 'boot' kicked him squarely in the rear. The good news is though that his weapon bypassed the DR thanks to him raging.

Meta moment: I have restoration prepared. Do you want me to cast it now or wait for a pause in the battle to restore your levels? And if you want it now, who's first?

Rest of the party?

Nasira will delay on casting restoration and I don't want to steal Snow's thunder since she's the one that made the spellcraft check to identify the spell. So I guess my action is..

"What foul magic is that? Did you see those black beams? Snow, do you know what that was?"

"Enervation!" Snow calls. "There's a necromancer here somewhere."

A bit unclear on where the spell came from.

Snow attempts to illuminate the source of the magic.

Glitterdust where I think the spell came from if its in this room - if not... then I'll wait for everyone else to go.

"Enervation!" Snow calls. "There's a necromancer here somewhere."

A bit unclear on where the spell came from.

Snow attempts to illuminate the source of the magic.

Glitterdust where I think the spell came from if its in this room - if not... then I'll wait for everyone else to go.

Metagame, I suspect two more derakni, possibly on either side of the door behind the boys. The description was a bit vague because we were not in position to see well.

Snow you try and glitterdust the area (SW corner of the room) you think the rays came from but nothing appears to you. The glitterdusted and thus visible invisible stalker though is in the north west corner of the room guarding the door. The smiley face

Someoene want to bot Garith

With the cultist falling, Garith makes a Fleet charge toward the Darakni

Shield Slam 1d20+24
for 1d4+9+9 bypa$ing all DR
To bash the creature into the wall and try to knock it prone for a +2 to subsequent attacks

Then hacks away with Radiance
Radiance 1d20+18+2
for 1d8+7+6
Iterative
Slash 1d20+18+2
for 1d8+7+9
Slash 1d20+13+2
for 1d8+7+9

Is the demon still prone from the above attack? I believe he won't have the Shield Slam in a normal full attack, so three attacks with Radiance, keeping the +2 vs prone target.

Radiance: 1d20 + 18 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 18 + 2 = 34
for Damage: 1d8 + 7 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 7 + 6 = 19
Iterative
Slash: 1d20 + 18 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 18 + 2 = 24
for Damage: 1d8 + 7 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 7 + 9 = 17
Slash: 1d20 + 13 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 13 + 2 = 17
for Damage: 1d8 + 7 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 7 + 9 = 21

Garith strikes the downed Derakni twice killing it leaving only the invisible stalker as the remaining creature visible in the room.

As soon as the demon dies though 2 more black bolts fly out of the western wall to strike at Morgrym and Garith.

enervation vs Garith 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (2) + 17 = 19 touch for 1d4 ⇒ 4 negative levels

enervation vs Morgrym 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (15) + 17 = 32 touch for 1d4 ⇒ 2 negative levels

good guys up

'But you can't cast through a wall... unless...' Snow focuses hard on the wall, trying to determine if it is an illusion.

Will: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

Unable to tell she hurries towards the wall and reaches out to touch it.

Don't think I acted last round - apologies for that... But since no more bad guys seem to be in sight, Zeriax is going to follow Snow's lead and try to discern where those attacks may be coming from...

Will: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (16) + 18 = 34

Zeriax, the invisible stalker is wearing a fashionable patina of glitterdust courtesy of Snow., so you should be able to target it if you so choose.

Does our redeemed succubus ally have true seeing, by chance?

Ugh, whatever this magic is, it is powerfully dark Morgrym. Assistance would be appreciated Gareth groans...

Gonna wait to post but remember to actually post this time... 7 neg levels for me, 6 for Morgrym. I'll poke the Stalker if it's up after Z makes it rain

Nasira uses her divine reach to cast restoration on Garith. "You will have to find the source of this dark magic or retreat, warrior!"

Zeriax, the invisible stalker is wearing a fashionable patina of glitterdust courtesy of Snow., so you should be able to target it if you so choose.

True! Thanks Nasira :D

Even as he scans the wall, the zealous monk unleashes on their invisible opponent, which is now visible - "You cannot hide from us"

Whisperwind 1: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (5) + 19 = 24
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 19 + 3 = 25

Whisperwind 2: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (15) + 19 = 34
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 19 + 3 = 23

Whisperwind 3: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (14) + 14 = 28
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 19 + 3 = 27

Feeling even weaker, "Blast! You're not kiddin', Garith. No way we can take much more of this. Time ta back away." And Morgrym does just that, figuring maybe where he's standing has something to do with it seeing how he sees no enemy nearby.

Backed up about 10 or so feet. I'm thinking Zeriax will finish it off?

Snow moves up to inspect the wall and finds it seems perfectly solid. Zeriax meanwhile plunks the invisible stalker 3 times killing it.

Zeriax you would need to interact with it before you can make the will save. However I will throw you all a bone and open it up for you to see what lies beneath.

Arueshalae does not have true seeing sorry but she calls out to you all It must be similar to the illusion that hid the entrance to this area. A false wall cleverly concealed.

Nasira starts to cast restoration to remove the negative levels to Garith or Morgrym but it is going to take some time (round 1 of 3).

Garith and Morgrym can act accordingly still

Thank you, I failed to take that into account. She is casting it on Garith first.

"A false wall with arrow slits, of a sort, so they can cast their rays through it. Retreat out of that room, my friends, so we can make a plan. Sheer force isn't the order of the day this time."

Morgrym looks around but knows he's got to get out of there and does, heading back through the doors towards Nasira and the others. "Blast! How are we suppose ta bloody resist that kind of attack?! I swear I'm gonna bash 'em into nothin' for this," he vows, furious.

AC 25; Hp's 179/233; 156/213; 146/203; Speed 60'; Rage (18/37); DR 5-; Resist 5: Acid/Cold; Resist 2: Fire; Attacks: Good aligned vs. Evil Outsiders(+1d6); Mythic (7/11) used

Current Svs: Fort +14/Ref +0/Will +4

"We heal you up first. They seem to be hiding behind a door or a wall with something like a castles arrow slits. Once you are healed, we either figure out how to open the door or we open the wall itself. I have no magic that would do such a thing, but you," she points at his hammer, "do."

do we wanna pull out and buff a little so we can get restoration? Anyone else have the spell

Reluctantly nodding in agreement, Morgrym's fury dissipates. "Alright. Probably best. Stupid demons and their life stealing abilities. Blasted cheaters," he grumbles under his breath.

I am already casting it on Garith, which will take two more rounds. I can cast it again for Morgrym with a mythic point.

For a FINAL blast before they are out of their spell like abilities the derakni fire the pair of black bolts. One of them having to move out of the hidden corridor to continue to attack Morgrym.

Garith
ranged touch attack 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (20) + 17 = 37 for 1d4 ⇒ 1 negative levels
crit confirm ranged touch attack 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (14) + 17 = 31 for 1d4 ⇒ 1 negative levels

Morgrym
ranged touch attack 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (13) + 17 = 30 for 1d4 ⇒ 2 negative levels

Good Guys up

Round two of Restoration on Garith

Morgrym nearly falls to a knee, barely able to stand. With fury in his eyes as he looks up toward the demon, Well if I'm goin' down, I'm goin' down swingin'! The dwarf, with what little strength he has left, moves in for what looks to be his final battle.

Moved; Attack

+1 Cold Iron Earth breaker(Raging w/PA): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
Damage: 2d6 + 8 ⇒ (3, 1) + 8 = 12

AC 23; 92/149; 8 negative levels; DR 5-; Resist 2: Fire

Awed by Morgrym unstoppable spirit, Garith joins in, hacking and slashing at the demon, activating his Bastion of Good

5' step and full attack

Radiance: 1d20 + 19 - 9 ⇒ (11) + 19 - 9 = 21
for 1d8 + 7 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 7 + 9 = 24

Slash: 1d20 + 19 - 9 ⇒ (10) + 19 - 9 = 20
for 1d8 + 7 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 7 + 9 = 24

Slash: 1d20 + 14 - 9 ⇒ (12) + 14 - 9 = 17
for 1d8 + 7 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 9 = 20

Garith's AC goes up by 6 vs the demon, and Morgrym will take half damage.

Nasira releases an exasperated sigh, thinking Sarenrae, watch over fools, children, and wild dwarves!

Both Morgrym and Garith join in on the attack against the demon but in their weakened state neither can land a blow. It looks like the others will have to carry the fight until such time as they can be restored to their predrained state.

So guys, what is the plan?

The boys have engaged one in combat. I’m 2/3 done with restoring Garith’s levels. I say, despite Nasira’s complaining, our archers should focus fire on the one we’ve damaged.

Snow moves carefully a few steps closer and wells up with the cold white light that burns at demons.

Channel: 6d6 ⇒ (5, 3, 4, 5, 4, 1) = 22

Anyone has rolled a Knowledge for these guys? (Apologies if I missed it...)

Understanding the urgency of the situation, Zeriax focuses on his monk training, unleashing as many arrows as he can on their opponents.

Using Cold Iron arrows, focusing the one I can see, in front of Morgrym. Spent one Ki for an additional attack during a flurry.

Whisperwind 1: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (6) + 21 = 27
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 19 + 3 = 26

Whisperwind 2: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (4) + 21 = 25
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 19 + 3 = 28

Whisperwind 3: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (7) + 21 = 28
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 19 + 3 = 23

Whisperwind 4: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (18) + 16 = 34
Damage if it hits: 1d8 + 19 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 19 + 3 = 27

Here you go, Zeriax

Why thank you Nasira :D

Variel, I believe my Weapon (Mythic) counts as Good, or...?

That is annoying my post from 3 days ago never went through.AARGGHHHH.

With a flurry of furious arrows and a blast of righteous energy Zeriax and Snow destroy one of the demons. The last demon, bereft of its energy drain attacks flails harmlessly at Garith before being taken out by the others as well. Nasira cures Garith and Morgrym of their negative energy levels as the others search the hidden doorway. The doorway leads to a tunnel that extends 500ft away to another ravine. Coming back to report you realize that you have but 1 remaining room left in front of you and a couple in the back of the hideout. However you can tell by the ornate and strong door that this is the leader of the conclave.

Heads up everyone. Almost a TPK when I ran this IRL. However they went into with no one having more than 2 surges left.

If your bow is holy then it counts as good but otherwise no Zeriax.

As Nasira returns life back to the dwarf, "Thanks, lass. I've got ta find some way ta counter that bit o' magic. Ya literally feel yer life drain from ya and it leaves nary a scratch. Blasted demons." The dwarf takes a few moments to recover from his fatigue as he works some of the kinks out.

Hp's 132/189; Rage (18/37); Mythic: 7/11 used. Man, just barely over 2.

Nasira frowns, considering the challenge that no doubt awaits. ”I have expended much of my goddess’ blessings this day, my friends. I may not be able to provide much beyond basic healing until tomorrow.”

She moves back by a wall and sinks into a seated position. Taking a holy symbol from her pouch, she focuses on it as she prays for the Dawnflower’s protection once more.

Purely flavor; there’s no mechanical benefit from this action.

Once she is ready, she smoothly rises and takes a deep breath. ”I am ready, my friends. As you will.”

"We'll take whatever ya got, lass," he responds to Nasira, nodding, He then looks to the others. "You lot ready ta manage what lies behind this door? Just say the word and I'll be more than glad ta move in and kill whatever lies behind," he states as a matter of fact.

"I'll try to shut down whatever magics I can." Snow offers, "The rest of you will have to stop the caster physically."

Do we know its a worm that walks? I've lost track of what we do/don't know. If so then Snow will explain whatever she knows about it first.

Snow you do know that this a worm that walks but no real specifics. However when you see it you can make a know arcane/dungeoneering/really difficult planar/religion check.

If there are any preps you have till tomorrow night to cast them before I open the door and move you into into.

At this time, I'm not planning to cast any preparatory spells.

Before they move in, Morgrym downs a few of his potions to help heal some of his wounds.

Potion of CSW: 3d8 + 5 ⇒ (6, 6, 4) + 5 = 21
Potion of CSW: 3d8 + 5 ⇒ (4, 2, 2) + 5 = 13
Potion of CSW: 3d8 + 5 ⇒ (1, 4, 7) + 5 = 17

Hp's 183/189

Anybody need potions? I got 6 CMW's left. Smoke 'em if ya got 'em, folks! :)

Snow taps Garith and Morgrym on the shoulder, before frowning and beginning to glow a dazzling white. Just before the door opens the light fades and the elf has vanished entirely!

Fly on Garith and Morgrym. Mythic (Augmented) Invisibility on self. I'm now basically undetectable for anything short of true seeing. No other buffs for now.

Opening the door you see...
A seven-armed rune is inscribed in a circle of iron on the floor
of this large room. Black candles sputter here and there around
the circle’s outer ring. Several cabinets and bookshelves filled
with scrolls, tomes, and strange objects sit against the northern,
eastern, and southern walls, along with a writing desk. To the
southwest is a stone sarcophagus, and a flight of stairs leads
down to a smaller cave-like hollow to the west. What appear to
be dead, finger-length worms—some shriveled and some still
slimy—are scattered throughout the room and its furnishings.

Just past the floor rune you see your target, a hideous creature composed of swarms or rotting diseased worms in a humanoid shape.

Zeriax gets the jump and is able to act before Xanthir does. However Xanthir is giving Garith a withering look that bodes ill will to the holly warrior.

Zeriax 102/102
Xanthir xxx/???
Arushalae 223/223
Nasira 85/85
Garith ???/118
Morgrym 183/189
Snow 68/68

Knw Arc: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (6) + 23 = 29
Knw Dun: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (8) + 19 = 27