Qstor's 3.5e Kingdoms of Kalmar PbP Re-Recruitment

Game Master Qstor

Anyone have another buff, or should we save it for later?

I typically only have one Magic weapon prepared, but assuming I knew we were planning to spend the whole day at the festival activities I could have prepared a second.

Lets hold off to the next one then.

Artival decides to trust his own abilities (and better armor) and engages the opponent.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24

Damage from heavy mace 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

If that mace isn’t okay, then substitute whatever weapon would be provided to me, please, GM.

Before striking the man introduces himself as Munvaln.

"Well met..." he says.

- - - -

He is staggered from the blow from Artival's mace. He tries to swing.

attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

But he is clearly staggered and misses.

The rest of the party sees Talla's father's man clearly beat his opponent.

Her father walks over and whispers something in his ear and pats him on the back.

An older female halfling sits near Singol and nods to him.

"Good morning young man" She sets her cane on her knee.

The warrior offers his opponent the opportunity to yield. ”Is the battle over,” he pauses, waiting for a response. Assuming the man stands down, Artival accepts and shakes his hand.

If the opponent elects to continue the battle, Arty responds in kind.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13
Damage 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

An older female halfling sits near Singol and nods to him.

"Good morning young man" She sets her cane on her knee.

Singol is enjoying the contest. Cheering and clapping when Artival spears the rings, and again in his melee combat. Singol does appreciate Artival's skill at arms and his sense of honor. Perhaps he can make a good tomb exploring companion.

"Good morning, grandmother." He stands as she sits down, then sits back down himself. "I am Singol. Are you enjoying the festival?"

The opponent says. "Do your best! I am ready to still face you!"

- - -

The old halfling turns to Singol.

"Oh yes...Are you?" she leans in towards him. "I heard you and your friends are adventurers?"

I took my attack at the bottom of my last post, GM. I assumed a 13 missed.

The man swings back at Artival. But his swing nearly causes him to fall.

attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

- - - -

The older halfling looks at the cleric and smiles.

"Are you with my young friend here?"

I assumed you sat together

The warrior deftly doges the blow and returns an attack in kind.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14
Damage 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Duraz looks to the elderly halfling and says a little annoyed to have his attention taken from the duel "We've been traveling together, sure. HAHAHAHAHAHA, look at your footing fool!", he yells at the contestant.

Artival misses and the warrior swings back.

attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14

----

The crowd yells at Artival as Duraz incites them.

"Finish him!"

The older halfling appears a bit annoyed.

"Hmph"

One the sidelines, Talla's father paces as his champion waits for another opponent.

Realizing he isn't being the most diplomat as he could be, Duraz recomposes himself. He says to the elderly "Forgive me, my lady. I was once held by orcs, I suppose their savagery imprinted on me." He thinks She can be a good ally. Maybe she has influence here. The Stormlord would not approve of me distancing from a potential ally.

Realizing a nearby half-orc looking at him somewhat cross, he says to him "no offense, of course". He focuses on the halfling and says "I promise I will be more pleasant after the duel." He hopes this is enough to make her let him enjoy the duel. Maybe the time as an orc slave did, in fact, rub off on him an enjoyment of watching two people fighting in a ring.

Arrival again dodged the blow and returns an attack, growing frustrated by his obvious lack of success.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14
Damage 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

The opponent says. "Do your best! I am ready to still face you!"

- - -

The old halfling turns to Singol.

"Oh yes...Are you?" she leans in towards him. "I heard you and your friends are adventurers?"

"Yes I am. Much more pleasant than what we've been doing the past few days."

"We are adventurers. Duraz here, I think he is our leader. Grandmother, are you in need of adventurers? Or are you looking to join us?"

Artival misses and the man swings again.

attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

"You won't best me!"

- - -

The old halfling pats the cleric's hand. "Yes dearie let's talk afterwards." She then turns to Singol. "Yes young man, but your friend says we must talk later!"

In the crowd a vendor calls out, "Fresh cinnamon rolls! Get fresh rolls!"

Minding his weight, Duraz refrains from buying a cinnamon roll. He screams at Artival "You're terrible! Give up sword fighting and start working as a rat catcher!"

The ‘warrior’ was now contemplating a change in his lifestyle, since battle obviously wasn’t a strong suit of his. He wasn’t ready to quit, so he returns an attack.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25
Damage 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Possible Crit 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
Damage 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Mirianna watches the contest chuckling, nodding to Duraz, "Yes, I think I could have handled this as well if they weren't against watching a woman fight."

The old halfling pats the cleric's hand. "Yes dearie let's talk afterwards." She then turns to Singol. "Yes young man, but your friend says we must talk later!"

In the crowd a vendor calls out, "Fresh cinnamon rolls! Get fresh rolls!"

"Fresh cinnamon rolls!" Singol turns to locate the vendor.

"Okay, after the fight."

He cheers after Artival's critical hit on the warrior. "Yes! Yes! You can do it!"

Haldyr shrugs, not seeing the entertainment value of such a match...Humans are a bit odd though so I guest 'tis to be expected...but he remains silent and continues to observe...

Duraz replies to Mirianna "Well, those fights are interesting too. Often a little slower, but the females have usually much more durability than males, it ends being more tactical."

The man falls under Artival's last swing. Aides throw water on him and he gets up in a minute and looks dismayed.

"Prepare for the next round" the announcer calls out. Someone ways Artival forward as there are only four people left.

The crowd erupts in cheers for the next round.

one round to prep

assuming everyone is ready

A man dressed like a Roman gladiator steps up and swings at Artival with a two edged sword.
"Take this!"

attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

He cuts at him.

damage: 1d8 ⇒ 7

Arty calls out in pain after being sliced through by the wicked weapon. He returns the thrust in kind with his Longsword.

Attack with PA 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19

Damage 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13

Mirianna watches eagerly, hoping that their new companion acquitted himself well, and listening to the halflings talking nearby.

If I'm following correct this is the semi-final and if Artival wins there's one more match? If so I'll use Magic Weapon before the final.

Arty calls out in pain after being sliced through by the wicked weapon. He returns the thrust in kind with his Longsword.

Attack with PA 1d20+5

Damage 1d8+5

Singol cringes at the mighty blows struck by the two combatants. "Those two are laying into each other hard. Have they met before?"

"Duraz, Mirianna, is Artival going to be in any shape to fight after this duel?"

Mirianna watches eagerly, hoping that their new companion acquitted himself well, and listening to the halflings talking nearby.

If I'm following correct this is the semi-final and if Artival wins there's one more match? If so I'll use Magic Weapon before the final.

Yep, ok

Artival easy dispatches the gladiator with one swing. Gruthal also easily beats his opponent and the two appear the last ones standing.

The announcer cries out. "Congratulations! Two left! Get ready for the final bout!"

Talia's father Frompir can be heard boasting "That country lout is NO match for my man! She's to marry whom I say...or not at all!"

Talia appears worried for her future.

Jerand Talia's farmer boyfriend heads towards Artival. "Are you SURE you can take him! He appears SO strong! Let me try!"

"They aren't fighting with lethal blades- I'm sure after a good night's rest he'll be good as new."

just before the match starts i cast magic weapon +1 attack and damage

Can anyone hit me with a CLW?

Duraz says "Finally, Jerand is standing up for himself. I will help you magically if you choose to fight."

Artival raises an eyebrow at the burly fellow offering to take his place. ”Nonsense, I’m fine. He just got a lucky blow in there. I’m battling for the love of both of you. That’s worth a quick slash with a blade!”

The fighter is quite pleased when Duraz magically heals him. ”Ah, basically as good as new! Thank you ky friend...”

The man near Talia;s father steps towards Artival and bows.

He holds a padded greatsword.

"Are you ready?"

artival you're up first

Artival nods. ”I’m ready!”. Once the participants were prepared, Arty took a strong swing with his enhanced weapon.

Power Attack with magic weapon 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 5 + 1 = 15

Damage 1d8 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 5 + 1 = 13

Artival misses.

The man raises his greatsword.

"You'll have to do better than that!"

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

crit confirm: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

damage: 2d6 + 4 ⇒ (1, 2) + 4 = 7

I think you're AC 19 in plate

Made the change

Arty got smacked solidly. He says a quick prayer, and activates his Smite Evil ability. If the enemy isn’t evil, it wouldn’t have any effect. He swings again.

Attack 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6
Damage 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

If this person is evil, add +3 to hit and +1 to damage. Thanks.

If this person is evil, add +3 to hit and +1 to damage. Thanks.

Not evil

"You'll have to do better than that!"

The man swings again.

But misses.

GM Fiat for story purposes

botting Aritval

The swings at the warrior.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

But misses.

The warrior swings back.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10

Artival returns the swing.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

The champion steps and swings hard

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

Artival tries to again advantage. But just misses.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18

The warrior curses. "Cur hold still"

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

The warrior tries again.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

Artival steps up.

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

He connects for the first time with a strong blow.
chllenger

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14

artival The paladin strikes a blow but the man still stands.
attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

Challenger
attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14

Artival

attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

The judges calls a time out and let's each get a drink of water. The two go at it again.

Artival Artival connects with a mighty blow knocking the man to his feet. The crowd roars.
attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24

damage: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

Sorry, GM, I guess the board ate my last post. I’m fine with you botting it through though!

Sorry, GM, I guess the board ate my last post. I’m fine with you botting it through though!

OK trying to speed things up

used GM Fiat visa vi the die roller. Story over die rolls

Frompir Talia's father is enraged at his man's defeat and charges Artival drawing a dagger along the way. He gets in his face ready to stab. Anger fills him!

"Cur! My daughter won't marry a FARMER!"

everyone can act, since you know he's "cheating"

Duraz holds back his desire to punch an aristocrat in the stomach and only stands in the man's way. If the man attempts to run past the cleric, he will attempt to hold him.

Touch attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14
Grapple: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19

Whether or not Duraz has to hold the man, he says "You're losing your composure, sir."

Mirianna stands, drawing her sword and waiting to see if Duraz' words have forestalled the situation.

Arty takes a full defensive action, not wanting to cut the man down in front of his family. ”Stand down, sir. You lost fair and square. True love wins the day,” he says with a smile.

Singol cheers at Artival's victory, only to stifle a shout when the father rushes in with a naked blade.

He stands, placing himself between the older halfling woman and potential trouble. Singol's hand is on his weapon's hilt, the blade still sheathed.

"Do not fear, grandmother. The big folk can handle this."

Talia's father, Frompir curses at Duraz.

"Dammed priest! Take this!"

And stabs. The dagger hits the cleric of the Stormlord drawing blood.

AoO

attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

opposed grapple

GRP: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

Duraz wins with the higher GRP modifer see Grapple

Duraz has him in his grip as Artival steadies his defenses!

botting Haldyr

Haldyr moves and tries to knock out Frompir with the but of his sword. But his swing goes wide.

attack: 1d20 ⇒ 4

Mirianna you can act!

The announcer shouts "Frompir stand down!" But the man seems intent on getting to Artival.

Mirianna moves to attack, using her great sword to deal nonlethal damage.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 - 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 - 4 = 18
Damage: 2d6 + 5 ⇒ (5, 2) + 5 = 12

Arty moves forward, again no attacking the man. He simply protects himself while the rest of the team takes the man out.

"$%*#$!!" Singol yells and starts to join in the melee, then stops. He looks around for signs of other troublemakers.

Spot: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
Listen: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15