In your first mission as a Pathfinder agent, the head of the Grand Lodge sends you on a number of missions throughout the metropolis of Absalom, pitting you against traps, thieves, and even an unruly devil, all in the pursuit of knowledge.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Ramachandra Mishra wrote:
Was there any casting that occurred in the area?
Possibly, but there is enough noise, and crowd cover to leave Ramachandra unsure.
Surprise Round! (BOSS BATTLE THEME ♬)
The Bold May Act!
Surprise round actions only!
_________________
__ Ramachandra -3 hp
__ Doughlas __ Tathane
__ ????
__ Perrine -1 hp
__ Esper
__ ????
__ ????
__ ????
__ the Crowd
Notes Some of the party members above are still suffering 'rat damage'. Einarr (-4 hp, 1 nonlethal) is the only party member who does not get an action during the surprise round because dice hate him.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 18
Ramachandra Mishra wrote:
Some of us posted healing rolls.
I am willing to contest that point. Link to near the epic battle's finale. Scrolling forward I did not see any. I'm willing to concede a quick redo considering I know Einarr's player (at least) has a lot on their plate just now.
Ramachandra Mishra wrote:
Would you highlight the ones we recognized from before on the map?
Ramachandra recognizes the strange, not-quite-right lady in purple and the sly looking fellow in green. He could make an educated guess as to the halfling with the impressive mustachio in black. Doughlas recognizes one more, but not from today, but from last night. It seems an age ago to him now though.
CG Male half-elf rogue 8 | HP 67/67 | AC: 21 T:17 FF:15 | F +4 R +12 W +2 (+2 vs. enchantments) | Init +12 | Perc +13 | Low-light vision | Trapfinding +4
As soon as the cloud covers the group Tathane moves to the side of the road. Operating from cover is something he's used to. He tries to move forward but the crowd of people is too much to allow him to make progress. Instead, he pulls out his dagger. This could get dangerous.
I am willing to contest that point. Link to near the epic battle's finale. Scrolling forward I did not see any. I'm willing to concede a quick redo considering I know Einarr's player (at least) has a lot on their plate just now.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
So you did, and somehow I missed it. I blame the drugs. Hp updated.
???? grudgingly delays.
Surprise Round! (BOSS BATTLE THEME ♬)
The Bold May Act!
Surprise round actions only!
_________________
__ Ramachandra
__ Doughlas
__ Tathane
__ ???? delay
__ Perrine -1 hp
__ Esper
__ ????
__ ????
__ ????
__ the Crowd
NotesEinarr (-4 hp, 1 nonlethal) is the only party member who does not get an action during the surprise round because dice hate him.
Female Gnome Warpriest 4 | AC 17/12/16 | HP 35/35 | F+6, R+2,W+7 | CMD 15 | Speed 20’ | Init+7, Perception+5, Sense Motive+8 | Lowlight vision.
The gnome wasn’t sure what was happening but it felt like trouble. She drew her starknife and cast Divine Favor on herself as she waited to see what transpired.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Perrine Ravella wrote:
The gnome wasn’t sure what was happening but it felt like trouble. She drew her starknife and cast Divine Favor on herself as she waited to see what transpired.
I think you only get one of these actions, the move action to draw a weapon or the standard action of cast a spell.
The group of trackers waits as well as the crowd rushes off to the far corners of the alley. As the sausage vendor ducks around the corner a harsh woman's voice from the mist commands.
"Now!" She follows up by offering up a muttered prayer.
"Alone at last. Now friends you will forgive me for being so familiar, but it seems like I know you all so well now--hand over the box. For that matter your weapons, magical accoutrements, and armor as well." says the voice. "I shan't ask a second time."
As soon as Einarr is hit, Esper activates their psychic link. Automatically triggering psychosomatic surge on Einarr. He gains a number of temporary hit points equal to 1d8 + 1/2 the mesmerist’s level. If the damage from the triggering attack would have reduced the subject to 0 hit points or fewer, this trick grants an additional 1d8 temporary hit points. These temporary hit points last for 1 hour or until discharged. So he gains 2d8+1 temp hp. Because it was triggered on him, it is no longer implanted in Esper.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Esper Zevral wrote:
As soon as Einarr is hit, Esper activates their psychic link. Automatically triggering psychosomatic surge on Einarr. He gains a number of temporary hit points equal to 1d8 + 1/2 the mesmerist’s level. If the damage from the triggering attack would have reduced the subject to 0 hit points or fewer, this trick grants an additional 1d8 temporary hit points. These temporary hit points last for 1 hour or until discharged. So he gains 2d8+1 temp hp. Because it was triggered on him, it is no longer implanted in Esper.
Good save Esper! Alas, I just realized I have made a huge mistake. The baddies are in surprise round actions too so lemme roll back a few posts and not kill Einarr so much.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Good save Esper! Alas, I just realized I have made a huge mistake. The baddies are in surprise round actions too so lemme roll back a few posts and not kill Einarr so much.
Haha. In that case my psychosomatic surge is still implanted in both Esper and Einarr, and has been triggered in no one. Also, since you offered, I'll roll a charge from Ramachandras healing wand on Einarr from before the fight, when he offered it to everyone. EDIT: You did offer. I don't see it anymore. lol
Healing Einarr:1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
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Esper focuses on the speaking voice, sending out psychic tendrils of energy and latching onto the psyche behind the words. Making the 'Threatening Figure' the target of my hypnotic stare as a swift action which gives him -2 on Will saves.
Note:
Despite being called a 'stare' it does not rely on vision, but Esper's focus. She can even use it while blinded (although it requires a concentration check if she's blinded). Because she can't see him at all I'll roll a concentration check just in case you rule I need one, since that's kind of like being blind..? Full details are in my profile under special abilities: Hypnotic Stare.
Concentration DC 20:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7 Failing.
Then she focuses on her surroundings, sending a mental curse out into the area to hinder her enemies. Casting bane. All enemies within 50 feet take a -1 penalty on attack rolls and a -1 penalty on saving throws against fear effects. Will DC 15 negates.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Esper, I'm going to the rule that essentially you are blind to your target so a concentration check would be in order--'to target the opposing mind'.
Doughlas finds the edge of the fog. Beyond in the alleyway the panicked crowd struggles to push through the people moving in the opposite direction creating a wall of wrestling humanoid forms.
Round 1! (BOSS BATTLE THEME ♬)
The Bold May Act!
_________________
__ Ramachandra
__ Doughlas
__ Tathane
__ Perrine -1 hp
__ Esper
__ Einarr -2 hp
__ ????
__ ????
__ ????
__ ????
CG Male half-elf rogue 8 | HP 67/67 | AC: 21 T:17 FF:15 | F +4 R +12 W +2 (+2 vs. enchantments) | Init +12 | Perc +13 | Low-light vision | Trapfinding +4
Tathane moves forward while staying as close to the building as he can, searching for places to hide and remain concealed.
Stealth:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Moving up to the edge of the fog but trying to stay hidden behind anything that is in front of the buildings as I move forward.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Tathane Halfbarrel wrote:
Tathane moves forward while staying as close to the building as he can, searching for places to hide and remain concealed.
Moving up to the edge of the fog but trying to stay hidden behind anything that is in front of the buildings as I move forward.
Putting Tathane back on the ground. I know it's foggy but that next step would have been a doozy. ;) Feel free to correct your final positioning.
CG Male half-elf rogue 8 | HP 67/67 | AC: 21 T:17 FF:15 | F +4 R +12 W +2 (+2 vs. enchantments) | Init +12 | Perc +13 | Low-light vision | Trapfinding +4
Thanks. I was going for 'under the eaves' but where you put me is fine.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Einarrbot nods at Ramachandra mothering of him, and laughs to himself*. He draws his axe and readies himself for an attack.
readied action:
Einarr readies to strike the first person to make an aggressive move toward him.
When I first accidentally downed Einarr (yeah, more than once), the roll was a crit as well, but the damage came out to 27 which would have killed Einarr no matter how healthy he was at the time. Mesmerism might have helped.
"Don't want to talk, huh?" Suddenly the mist is gone and the speaker is revealed as a hooded and cloaked figure holding a black-bladed shortsword. "Ledford, loosen their tongues--Well it seems we won't have to go far...."
The figure laughs wickedly at the unexpectedly revealed Tathane.
Tough-looking male halfling with an impressive moustache
"Git away! I'll kill him for you!" shouts a squat halfling nearly as wide as he is tall with the most luxurious moustache this side of a the Five Kings Mountains. He grips his battleaxe in two hands and swings!
"Magic. One of the witches has cast a spell upon you! No matter I can hit anything I choose too. BWHAHAHAHAHAHA!" the crazy-eyed woman shouts and laughs before using her magic to fire a bolt of pure force at Tathane. the magic missile homes in on the rogue.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Round 2! (BOSS BATTLE THEME ♬)
The Bold May Act!
_________________
__ Ramachandra
__ Doughlas
__ Tathane -3 hp
__ Perrine -1 hp
__ Esper
__ Einarr
__ Threatening Figure
__ Larkin
__ Ledford
__ Halli
Esper adjust her positioning, moving closer to the fight so she can better see their attackers.
Seeing the halfling take out a chunk of the wall, Esper focuses her gaze on him, thrusting her psychic tendrils into his mind. Targeting Ledford with my hypnotic stare. Choosing that he forgets I've targeted him. He takes a -2 on Will saves.
With the halflings mind in her clutches, Esper casts her focus out towards the movement centres of his brain.
STOP
Her eyes flicker with a flash of golden light.
Casting daze on Ledford. DC 14 Will save negates, he takes a -2 penalty on his save from my stare.
"Take down the halfling." Esper tells her companions.
Note: If the target of my stare (Ledford) is damaged at all before my next turn I can cause him to take one additional damage from that attack. She will activate it automatically the first time he is harmed. She can only cause the extra one damage once per round. For full details, read my Painful Stare ability on my profile.
After the fog vanishes and Doughlas is now able to see who the attackers are, "Too bad that half-orc ran off! Would have given him all my gold to help us..."
Doughlas moves up behind Einarr and realizes that his ray spells would never make the distance through the line of people. So he decides to hide behind a wall corner to debate any more options.
CG Male half-elf rogue 8 | HP 67/67 | AC: 21 T:17 FF:15 | F +4 R +12 W +2 (+2 vs. enchantments) | Init +12 | Perc +13 | Low-light vision | Trapfinding +4
Tathane dodges, ducks, dips, dives, and dodges to avoid the attacks coming at him but he's unable to get out of the way of the magic missile. "Ooof! I don't like that." Tathane reconsiders his decision to move up so close to the bad guys. He quickly strikes out with his dagger then steps back.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Einarrbot flush on power and hit points rushes forward chancing an attack to get in close enough to deliver his own. The threatening figure's black blade passes by his ear. His return swing comes close to decapitating the figure but for a few inches. Instead it is only a glancing blow.
The big man springs forward at Perrine with deceptive speed! His lean blade transfixes the gnome. She topples forward like a marionette cut from its strings.
The crazy-eyed woman in blue rounds the building corner, the last syllable of her spell upon her lips. A scintillating wave of sparking light and color erupts like a tornado from her fingertips!
"NOW! Taste the rainbow.BWHAHAHAHA!!!"
She casts color spray (Will DC 14) targeting Tathane's and Einarr's squares.
As soon as Perrine's attack strikes the halfling, Esper's psychic tendrils stimulate his pain centres, causing an extra 1 damage! Perrine's attack, if it hit, would have dealt 6 instead of 5 due to my painful stare.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Einarrbot Will save:1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
Einarr uses the polished edge of his axe to deflect the worst of the rainbow blast while maintaining his haft-lock against his small, tenacious foe.
Esper maintains her psychic hold over the halfling, (maintaining my hypnotic stare on the halfling. He takes a -2 on will saves, and the first time someone damages him he takes +1 damage from that attack.)
Then she casts her mind out at the threatening figure.
STOP
Daze on the threatening figure. DC 15 Will save negates.
He doesn't believe in 'game balance'. Gandalf always lets him pass. As a feat, he has Exotic Weapon Proficiency (beard). The city guard often question him, just because they find him so interesting. His dice bag is woven from tarrasque leather. His TPKs end game lines. His blood cures moderate wounds. He once punched a flumph. Yes, you heard me. He belongs to a prestige class whose sole requirement for entry is just being him. ♬ He is indeed, the most interesting GM in the world. ♬
Thank you spell focus.
The small brute with the big mustache, and axe and the big rangy guy both drop off to sleep as well.
