[Table Shieldwall] Daughters of Fury (Inactive)

Game Master Nathan Hartshorn

Marcus moves forward until he can see the boar, and takes a swipe at it through the mist.

Miss 1-20: 1d100 ⇒ 6
Attack, Flanking: 1d20 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 2 = 11

If I've done my calculations right this is the final round for prayer

Order 11th round
Vindlér, Elaril, Anthys
Ilka -33, Umber -42
Berato, Vegazi, Marcus

Anthys strikes at the boar, missing.
Attack, Scion, PA, WF, Prayer: 1d20 + 10 + 2 - 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 10 + 2 - 2 + 1 + 1 = 13

Vindler shifts over to follow after the fleeing tiefling. "Not so fast, missie! You've been huntin' us long enough and throwin' beasts in our path! It ends now!" With Berato standing opposite him, Vindler makes another attack against the demon-touched woman.

Morningstar, flank, prayer: 1d20 + 7 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 7 + 2 + 1 = 27 Damage, judgment: 1d8 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 2 = 11
Concealment: Miss<21: 1d100 ⇒ 38

Hearing the continued sounds of battle and shouts from his companions, Elaril cups his hands together and sends waves of fire sloshing forth

Cast Burning Hands. DC 18 Reflex for Half
Fire Damage: 5d4 + 2 ⇒ (2, 2, 2, 3, 2) + 2 = 13

Reflex: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

Vindlér's final strike and Elaril's spell take care of the two that have been following and hunting you for some time now. Hopefully this means the animal attacks will be done with completely. Combat over!

"...wait... is this... really over?!" says Berato... his brain not truly believing what his eyes are seeing.

"Finally. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. We should see if the caster had any gear we can use. Vegazi, is this one of the Hell's Fury tribe?"

With a grimace, Elaril moves to the charred remains of the caster and begins a distasteful search of his belongings with magically assisted vision.

UseDetect Magic

"My sister Ilka. She was probably after me like the others were. Perhaps I should leave you be so you won't be attacked more."

"No, Vegazi, do not leave. We are stronger together, and we need to find out what the tribe is up to if we are to protect Arwyll Stead. I value your assistance and your company."

"Aye, yer not gonna scare us off that easily lass," Vindler says warmly. "Besides, the townsfolk need to know that there are some of yer people who don't mean 'em harm. Else they'll never get past their prejudice."

I don't have any of those spells on my list (except Cure Light Wounds obviously). Elaril or maybe Berato would probably be the only ones either natively capable of casting them or using UMD with any chance of success.
As for the rest, loot is always good for cash I guess!

Vegazi nods, clearly relieved that you're not going with her suggestion. She starts breaking trail back towards the roads now that her sister has been dealt with. Travel time added ~1.5 hours. Ready to move on?

Ready! Did anybody get hurt in that fight that we need to heal up?

Don't think so. Ready!

Also ready.

Ready

Marcus will silently help categorize and pack the looted equipment for traveling.

Ready!

The travel back to the road and along your determined route is free of the oppressive watching that has followed you since you left Arwyll Stead. You reach your next destination, the Dessar Goat Ranch, around mid-day. In front of the homestead itself are four adults speaking quietly to each other while five children play around them. The children range from probably 2 or 3 to about 17, and they are the first to notice your approach.

"Greetings in the name of the Inheritor, friends. I am Anthys, a soldier from Lastwall."
Anthys doesn't want to alarm the children, so chooses his words carefully.
"I bring news from Arwyll Stead. A situation has developed that means... that means it is a very good time to visit the Stead. To make sure that everybody stays safe."
He notices the adults speaking quietly, and says, "Is there something the matter? Perhaps we can help."

The eldest, a boy just reaching maturity, steps forward. "Sir, I am Liam. My parents and their work hands are trying to figure out what to do about our missing goats. See we have about 30 of them on this farm and some have been going missing over the past week or so. Let me get my pa to explain it." The boy heads back and gets the adults introducing his parents, Oliver and Adelaine Dessar, and the two farm hands, Blake and Reubel. Oliver describes exactly the situation that Liam was telling you. He agrees to go to Arwyll Stead, but says they'd be happier if their goats were corralled while the predator is out there, a process that can take as much as half a day.

"How much are 30 goats?" says Berato, reaching for his belt pouch.

Oliver frowns, "About 180 gold. But that doesn't stop the predator from staying in the area..."

Vegazi pulls the group aside, "Can't we help the goats? I'm sure if the predator is stopped the family will be willing to leave the goats behind."

"Sure thing, Vegazi. It may have been one of the predators that the druid was controlling. But if not, do you think you can help us track it down?"

"Aye, between Vegazi and I, there should be not trouble at all finding this predator. Then your goats can roam free range until ya get back. Nothin' better than free range meat," Vindler says.

"Good point Oliver. We'll round up your goats and escort you back to town. Where are the little misfits?"

The goats are scattered all around the hills nearby. The tracks of the predator are much easier to find It was a DC 10 survival check, which anyone can try untrained... and follow. They lead out to a small group of hillocks.

Elaril follows closely behind his more ablebodied comrades while he keeps an eye out for this predator they are looking for.

A flash of movement catches his eye next to an entrance to a small cave. Calling his companions attention to it, he eventually makes out a lizard-like creature stalking forward upon two muscular legs, a mane of spikes running down its scaly back, seemingly preparing an ambush for your party.

Perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21
Knowledge (to identify): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (9) + 13 = 22

Elaril has Arcana, Dungeoneering, Local, Nature, Planes & Religion at +13 which should cover it... whatever is is

Perception: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (10) + 13 = 23
Knowledge (to identify), Monster Lore: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17 Arcana/Dungeoneering/Nature +5, Planes/Religion +6

Vindler silently affirms Elaril's warning, quietly drawing out his morningstar as the predator makes its way toward the party.

Perception, Scion: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 2 = 10
Nope. Does Elaril's warning give me time to react, or am I flat-footed for a surprise round? Flat-footed AC is still pretty good - 25 with Shield Wall, more if it is evil and Lastwall Phalanx applies.

The creature is a Chupacabra. These notorious predators have an undeniable thirst for blood. Chupacabras prefer to prey upon the weak and slow, often watching potential prey from hiding for long periods before attacking. Spry and stealthy, they prefer to keep to areas of high grass and protective rock, their slightly reflective scales allowing them to blend in well with such surroundings.

With a preference for lone travelers and farm animals (particularly goats), chupacabras leave little evidence of their presence apart from the grisly blood-drained husks of their meals, often leading locals to believe a reckless vampire lives in the area.

They have the ability to pounce on their prey from large distances away and start draining blood just by holding on.

Order 1st Round
(Surprise: Elaril)
(Surprise: Chupacabra)
(Surprise: Anyone who succeeds vs the DC 20 Perception check)
Elaril
Chupacabra
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Quick note: If Berato succeeds at the Perception check, Vindler gets to take both a move and a standard action during the surprise round due to the Lookout feat.

Perception: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20

Reacting just as the creature begins to move, Elaril raises his arms and flings fistfuls of sparkling powder at the predator.

Cast Glitterdust. Spend 1 Arcane Reservoir to raise the DC by 2. DC 20 Will Save or be blinded. Possibly also relevant - the creature takes -40 on Stealth checks.

With a new bonus of -24 Stealth will be very difficult for it.

Will!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16

Marcus Perceive!: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27

Elaril's spell draws a strange cry from the creature. It hunkers down doing its best to defend itself from any attacks.

Order 1st Round
(Surprise: All but Anthys and Vegazi)
Elaril
Chupacabra
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Vindler fans out to the side of the formation and calls out to the company, "Get out of its charge lane! It'll pounce on ya if ya give it the chance." He pulls out a scroll and reads the sacred text written on it to bless his companions.

Move to the end of the formation, then use a scroll of bless.
+1 to Att/saves vs fear for 1 min

Marcus spots the creature just before the glittery dust covers it. He snaps a dagger into his hand, and prepares a throw to intercede if it charges after Vindler.

AC is currently 23, 24 vs. Evil

Order 1st Round
(Surprise: Berato)
Elaril
Chupacabra
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Berato utters a prayer to Torag!

Prayer, 40-foot radius, duration 5 rounds: You and each of your allies gain a +1 luck bonus on attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saves, and skill checks, while your foes have to make a Will Save DC 18 when they come within range or take a -1 penalty on such rolls.

Elaril stands at the ready, keeping a careful eye on the creature.

Ready an action to cast Ear Piercing Scream if the creature moves towards us.

Fortitude!: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18

The creature rushes forward, straight into Elaril's scream and veers away from your group, clawed hands pressed firmly against its head in pain. Double move

Order 1st Round
Elaril
Chupacabra
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Vindler moves to a new position alongside Marcus and calls his allies into formation alongside him. "Come on, lads! We'll run this beast into a wall so hard it'll break its teeth!" With those words, he casts a spell to magically enhance their tactical abilities.

Move and cast Tactical Acumen. Doubles bonuses from positioning in combat (e.g., flanking, Shield Wall bonuses, etc.) for 5 rounds
Current buffs up on party: Bless, Prayer, Tactical Acumen

@Fez - The chupacabra also needs to make a DC18 Will save against Berato's Prayer

Is it now Blinded and Dazed?
Anthys moves while drawing a javelin. He grits his teeth, tells himself it is necessary, and attacks the helpless beast.
Ranged Attack, Bless, Prayer: 1d20 + 7 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 7 + 1 + 1 = 19
Damage: 1d6 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 1 = 7

Berato sends his sling a-twirlin'!

MW Sling, Prayer: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (17) + 9 = 26 for 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5 bludgeoning dmg.

Daze no, blind...maybe

Blind!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4
Will!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12

Daze no, blind yes

Order 1st Round
Elaril
Chupacabra -12 [blind, anti-prayered]
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Scream Damage...half of...: 3d6 ⇒ (2, 1, 2) = 5

Attack, Point Blank Shot: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 8 + 1 = 29
Confirm?: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 8 + 1 = 28
Damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5
Crit: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Marcus steps up and throws a dagger at the creature, looking to keep himself between it and Elaril.

Vegazi fires off an arrow at the creature as well.

Thrum!: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 5 + 1 = 19
Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 + 1 = 4

After the arrow takes it the creature stumbles. It bleeds from many wounds and looks to be on its last legs.

Order 2nd Round
Elaril
Chupacabra -26 [blind, anti-prayered]
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato

Elaril tries to tip the creature over the edge into unconciousness with a ray of frost...

RTA: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 7
Cold Damage: 1d3 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 1 = 4

Elaril's ray fires a little too high, missing the monster. It makes little scurrying movements, but doesn't move from its spot.

Will!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12

Order 2nd Round
Elaril
Chupacabra -26 [blind, anti-prayered]
Marcus, Vegazi, Vindlér, Anthys, Berato