PFS Module Master of the Fallen Fortress with GM Deadly Secret (Inactive)

Game Master Deadly secret

You're at the Grand Lodge in Absalom. You're informed Venture-Captain Moldreserva will be briefing you shortly and go assemble in the meeting room.

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You are in Absalom, the mighty City at the Center of the World, and you’ve always longed to explore one of the countless ruins of failed conquerors that litter the plains outside the city’s walls.

You’ve heard rumors that one of the sealed siege castles has been laid open by a minor earthquake. Word on the street is that no one has yet entered the tower, which folks are calling the “Fallen Fortress.” What better way to start a life of excitement and adventure than by exploring its long-abandoned, dusty halls and perhaps claiming its ancient treasures?

Venture-Captain Moldreserva greets you all as you move into the meeting room. "Hello pathfinders, I am so glad you came. We have a mission for you. An earthquake of recent has opened up a wall to a tower that seemed previously to have no entrance. The society has decided to send a group out to explore, report and cooperate. We believe this is a simple mission and hope you can go and discover what the tower was once used for. The journey is only a few hours from the city walls. Unfortunately, we know just as much as you do about the tower. Do you accept this mission?"

A thin, dusty-pale gnome speaks up. Her hair is limp and faded pink, and her skin is a chalky-gray color that almost causes her to disappear next to the stones of the walls, making it easy for one's gaze to simply slip right over her; in fact, she is so drained of color that the drab brown of her leather armor is the most vibrant part of her person.

"Y-yes," she chirps, then slides surreptitiously back down into her chair, making no eye contact with Venture-Captain Moldreserva or anyone else.

"This is type of once in a life time opportunity that pathfinders live for."

"It will be a honor to take part in such a quest."

A burly woman of Taldan stock comes through the door just as the Venture Captain starts the brief. She drops her pack in the corner silently and listens intently. After she enthusiastically answersYes! I have been itching for some action. I am Vanna, of the Cassomir Therinors. I am ready to go at a moment's notice.

i have a full clw wand for someone to use freely...just keep track of charges

The pale skinny man stands there playing with a pack of cards looks around the room at all the faces. "Salutation to you all my name is Tiberius."

"Good. Here is a map with the tower location marked on it. Don't loose this. Perhaps you should spend some time to get to know each other before you head out. You will also want to make any final purchases before you leave, it's always best to be prepared than not. Now are there any questions I may answer before I get back to training a new recruit?" Venture-Captain Moldreserva looks upon you all.

You may depart at anytime for the tower. If you need to make purchases before you go let me know.

Lissi rubs her arm and stares at the floor. "'m Lissi," she mumbles, then shuffles over to the door and stands there, though she makes no immediate move to leave.

Magnu is a 6-foot tall human man with a well-groomed beard and a shaved head. He wears wizard robes but has the portion above the belt pull off with the sleeves tied around his waist.

"This is just the type of adventure I came out of retirement for! Let me warn you retirement will kill you. After 10 years most of my power had atrophied. I got weak so I started doing 'X fitness'. That's how I got in shape."

Vanna checks her weapon belt and bandolier. She quickly rifles through her pack before cinching the buckle closed again.

Ready to step off...any of you need me to carry anything?

"Great attitude. Carrying additional weight is a great way to build endurance!"

Lissi shakes her head a little too vigorously. "No," she says quietly. Traces of a Galtan accent slip through her words. "Carry light. 'm fine."

Tiberius picks up his bag."Thank you for the offer lady Vanna but i should be fine."Tiberius says bowing his head to Vanna.

Don't know sboit the lady part, but I appreciate the thought... Vanna says with a wink

Your party leaves for the tower. The travel is quick and easy. Slide 1

The ruined siege castle now being called the Fallen Fortress rises out of the churned earth of the Cairnlands. No doors or windows mar the otherwise smooth expanse of the tower’s walls. The tower is quatrefoil in plan; its eastern wing has largely collapsed, exposing the interior floors to the open air. Only the topmost level seems whole, though its eastern portion hangs precariously over the mountain of rubble left by the collapse. At ground level, the rubble frames a gaping hole in the side of the building that provides access to the tower’s darkened interior.

What would you like to do?

Tiberius pulls out his dagger and casts light on it making it glow like a torch then he go's to opening in the wall to look inside.

"Tiberius would you mind casting light on my morningstar. I can't seem to keep as many spells in my head as when I was young."

UMD: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14
UMD: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (4) + 7 = 11
UMD: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23 Activated a wand of mage armor

"Silly wand is getting old."

Bow in hand, Lissi glances around the outside of the walls, looking for loose masonry or other dangers.

Knowledge (engineering): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

Well, only one way to check this out....Vanna says as she checks the strap on her shield and heads towards the door. On the way she checks the ground for recent footprints.survival: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15

Jayah moves to the opening and peers in.
Perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

"of course Magnu it won't take but a moment."Tiberius looks hard at the morningstar then raise an eyebrow and suddenly the morningstar starts to shine.

You all begin to approach the tower and investigate.

Everyone notices a pack of wild dogs racing up to you, teeth bared. Their surprise round is them moving up to where they are.

Surprise Round single standard or move actions only

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Up next, everyone!

Also, everyone this is difficult terrain as there is lots of rubble on the ground where you are. Only the grassy area is non-difficult. What this means for you, half you move speed, you can't 5 ft step, run or charge.

Tiberius stretches out his hand towards the bluedog and shoots a magic missile at it.

damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Magnu takes a 5ft step and readies an attack for when an enemy gets in range.

Reminder, you're in difficult terrain and you can not 5 ft step.

Thanks

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22

Paltair looks longingly at the fortress, trying to imagine the stories it holds still within its walls. Reluctantly, he tears his gaze away to focus on the dogs approaching.

Initiative: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

Raising his voice, Paltair begins to chant. "As the warriors of the Burning Sun cast off their darkness and embraced the light, so too shall you bring joy to the world and shine bright!" His shield and the weapons of his companions begin to glow as if in response to his song.

Paltair begins his Weapon Song, granting all allies within 60 ft a +1 bonus to their weapons.

With a yelp, Lissi looses a bolt at the nearest dog.

Forgot I'd swapped the shortbow for a crossbow, so that's what she'd have out instead of a bow as mentioned earlier. Firing at the blue-lined dog. I believe Magnu is giving it cover from me, so that would mean no sneak attack even if it's flat-footed. If I'm incorrect there, let me know.

Crossbow(inspired): 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 4 + 1 = 16
Cold Iron Bolt Dmg: 1d6 ⇒ 5

This is a surprise round, so I'm going to assume you are using your action to load the crossbow as you ca't fire it also. You will have to wait til round 1 to fire it.

Lissi loads the crossbow.

Tiberius fires missiles at the blue dog and hurts it.

Paltair will start his weapon song.

Magnu readies an action to attack if they get close enough.

Still waiting for Vanna & Jayah to take a surprise action.

Vanna draws her bow and looses an arrow at the lead wolf.

twang: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 61d8 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Jayah readies her scythe for when a dog is in range.

I don't see that Vanna has quickdraw so she will only be able to draw the weapon

Vanna pulls out her bow.

Jayah readies an action to attack if one gets in range.

Round 1

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Up first, Lissi, Tiberius & Paltair!

Yeah...my bad .don't know what i was thinking....itchy bow finger i guess...lol

Lissi steps 10 feet to the side and fires at the closest dog.

Now firing at the blue dog in front.

Crossbow (inspired): 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 1 = 14
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Tiberius moves 10ft and casts acid splash throwing a small orb of acid at the bluedog.

acid range touch: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
acid damage: 1d3 ⇒ 3

Lissi fires the crossbow at blue. The wild dog falls unconscious.

Tiberius misses the yellow dog that is still running at your party.

Up next, Paltair!

Paltair continues his song and readies his shield.

"Be brave, be strong, and show no fear! Your time of glory soon draws near!"

Paltair readies a shield bash if a dog comes within reach.

You are where the star was, I replaced it with your icon.

Paltair readies to shield bash if one gets close enough.

Wild dog (yellow) charges up to Vanna and attacks with a bite AC 20
Melee bite: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5 20/x2
Miss

Wild dog (green) charges up to Vanna and attacks with a bite AC 20
Melee bite: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17 20/x2
Miss

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Up next, Magnu, Vanna & Jayah!

Magnu moves uneasily on the uneven ground and takes a swing. @yellow

Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 191d8 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

"Take that."

Magnu his and knocks the dog unconscious.

Jayah moves up to the green dog and swings

Attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Argh!!!

Up next, Vanna!

Vanna droos her bow and pulls her sword out and swings at the wolf.

attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 221d8 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Vanna attacks green and hits and the wild dog falls unconscious.

Out of Combat!

What do you do?

Lissi looks up at the gap in the wall that needs to be climbed and sighs. "I, ah... did not think to bring rope," she admits, a small spot of color rising to her dusty cheeks.

Then, to no one in particular, she mutters, "Yes, I know. You're very perceptive. Please shut up." She closes her eyes and shudders violently, then returns her gaze to the hole in the tower as if nothing happened.

I'm not so great at climbing... and don't have a rope. Shall we explore the other side of this hole in the wall?

Jayah casts Light on the blade of her scythe and gestures toward the hole.