"“There are a few poor souls left in Ardis I’m sure Vonran bears a grudge toward, though the worst offenders moved on decades ago to Caliphas. Of all his remaining accusers, Judge Cevianna Pradowca is the worst. She bore a grudge against Vonran for refusing to wed her and so turned her courtroom into a weapon against him. She’s the one who handed down his banishment. I wager he’ll hunt her next.” she replies.
Male CN Human Unchained Rogue 4 | HP: 35/35 | AC: 18 (15 tch, 13 ff) (+1 AC vs traps, +4 Dodge bonus vs AoO) | CMB: +2 CMD: 16 | F: +4, R: +9 (+1 vs traps), W: +3 | Init: +4 | Perc: +8 (+1 to Avoid Surprise, +2 to Locate Traps) SM: +6 | Speed 30 | Active conditions: Headband of Alluring Charisma +2
"I thank you for the information, do you know where can find the Judge, as I understand you aren't a huge fan of the Pathfinders, we don't want to overstay our welcome!" Neal says, putting on his best smile.
"Unless there is anything else you can tell us of course?"
"I'd assume you could find her at her courthouse. She's spent most of the last sixty years there. She’s long-lived for a human. The story I prefer to spread is demon-blood, but more likely she simply buys ointments from the Varisian vagrants. They have a gift for preserving crones."
Male LG Half-Orc Life Oracle 1 / Paladin 4 | HP: 45/47 | AC: 20 (10 tch, 20 Fl) | CMB: +5 CMD: 17 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +9; +1 vs death; immune disease, fear | Init: +0 | Perc: -1 (Darkvision) SM: +3 | Speed 20 | Spells: 1: 4/4, LoH 4/6: channel 6/11 | Active conditions:
”Thank you Master Rutowski. We would also like to save Master Vilk. We have been told that wolfsbane will help him. Our initial contact informed us that the herb was hard to come by here in Ustalav. Perhaps with your extensive contacts, you could point us in a direction to obtain the herb.”
"I am sorry, but I am no botanist. I rely on the market for my herbs and medicinals." he replies. "But you are correct, from what I understand, that it is quite hard to come by these days in the market, what with the murders and all. I expect that if any of you are good woodsmen, you should be able to locate some outside of town.
“He was here, you know. Not five days ago he stood where you are now, ranting and raving about Judge Pradowca and her lofty position. He was… so different from the Vonran I loved. So cold—hate just roiling off of him. Help him. Please.
Male LG Half-Orc Life Oracle 1 / Paladin 4 | HP: 45/47 | AC: 20 (10 tch, 20 Fl) | CMB: +5 CMD: 17 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +9; +1 vs death; immune disease, fear | Init: +0 | Perc: -1 (Darkvision) SM: +3 | Speed 20 | Spells: 1: 4/4, LoH 4/6: channel 6/11 | Active conditions:
Gresh bows and replies, "You have been very helpful Master Rutowski in this difficult situation. I pledge, on my honor, that I will do everything in my power to ensure we not only stop these senseless murders from continuing, but to also save Master Vilk from himself."
He then turns to his comrades, "I believe it is time to retrieve some of the wolfsbane herb from the local forest. Once we obtain the herb we can seek out Judge Pradowca at her courthouse and protect her from Master Vilks' rage."
He pauses for a moment, in thought, then continues turning toward the frog, "I presume either you or your four-legged companion are adept in the ways of the forest and can lead us to a cache of this herb."
Male CN Human Unchained Rogue 4 | HP: 35/35 | AC: 18 (15 tch, 13 ff) (+1 AC vs traps, +4 Dodge bonus vs AoO) | CMB: +2 CMD: 16 | F: +4, R: +9 (+1 vs traps), W: +3 | Init: +4 | Perc: +8 (+1 to Avoid Surprise, +2 to Locate Traps) SM: +6 | Speed 30 | Active conditions: Headband of Alluring Charisma +2
With a nod to Gresh, "I agree, thank you for all the help again Master Rutowski, we shall head off at once,"
With a turn to Lemford and a subtle nod, "I think we shall leave first, just to make sure the coast is clear, it is dark after all!" Neal says, turning towards the door.
GM.Silbeg:
I want to try and steal that ornate, yellow bell pull on the way out, and Lemford said he would assist me (I asked Tineke and she agreed to it). My plan is to cut it off using the dagger hidden in my wrist sheath as we leave.
Bel is able to recall enough information from having studied maps of the region to locate an area of woods which seems promising, only about a 1/2 hour out of town. aTangled masses of roots and undergrowth hamper movement in this wood, and straining branches overhead blot out nearly all natural light. Less than a hundred feet into the overgrown forest, all signs of the nearby city vanish, leaving nothing but shockingly untamed wilderness.
Grippli and Bel are able to then locate, after only a half hour, a patch of wolfsbane that should get them enough for the cure. As they approach, suddenly, Grippli, Bel, and Neal Shadowhand notice something about to strike the two in the lead!
Bel, Gresh:
The smaller moving plants appear to be Xtabays. These small plants can release clouds of pollen that can put animals (and humanoids) to sleep..
Bel:
The also are able slowly consume those that they have put to sleep by moving on top of them. The act of eating does not wake the victim
Lemford, Bel:
The larger one is an assassin vine, though it appears to be an advanced version. They are stealth hunters, which is why you didn't see them until the last moment. They vines can grab when they hit you
Bel:
They also have the ability to cause plant within 30 feet of them to grab onto their prey much like an entangle spell
Surprise round... Gresh and Lemford are surprised! Others may take a single partial action on their turn Bel Canto, Shadowhand, Grippli, and Pig is/are up. Universal Adjustments: Universal Conditions:
Sorry that too so long, my character sheet mysteriously didn't have Disable Device and I had to get home and check my actual paper sheet...crisis averted.
Neal pulls out both weapons as he moves forward near Bel and Gresh
I moved myself on the map, is that what we're supposed to do? I moved 20ft
"What are these things!?" Neal shouts, drawing the mace and sword, and feeling inspired by Bel.
Male LG Half-Orc Life Oracle 1 / Paladin 4 | HP: 45/47 | AC: 20 (10 tch, 20 Fl) | CMB: +5 CMD: 17 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +9; +1 vs death; immune disease, fear | Init: +0 | Perc: -1 (Darkvision) SM: +3 | Speed 20 | Spells: 1: 4/4, LoH 4/6: channel 6/11 | Active conditions:
Gresh recognizes the danger of the plants guarding the wolfsbane. He will step forward toward the large vine-like plant, pull out Peacekeeper and swing at the creature.
Grippli snaps his wrist forward releasing a wand into his tiny hand. A sudden burst of illumination reveals the spectral images of hundreds of gripplis and pigs moving around. Several guide Gresh's greataxe while others whisper words of strength and courage.
Bless: +1 to hit and saves versus fear, stacks with Inspire Courage!
Grippli & Pig are in delay
First, the green flower lets out a cloud of pollen, catching the surprised Gresh and Lemford in its cloud. Gresh bravely withstands the pollen, but Lemford just collapses into sleep.
Then, the vine reaches out to the sleeping Lemford! It slams into the sleeping halfling, winding its tendril around him, and giving a not-so-pleasant hug, waking him back up! The man with the mustache is in dire trouble!!!
SLAM! vs sleepy-face AC12:1d20 + 13 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 13 + 4 = 34SLAM!:1d8 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20grab?! vs sleep-face CMD12:1d20 + 19 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 19 + 4 = 25constrict!:1d8 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20
The character is ensnared. Being entangled impedes movement, but does not entirely prevent it unless the bonds are anchored to an immobile object or tethered by an opposing force. An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. An entangled character who attempts to cast a spell must make a concentration check (DC 15 + spell level) or lose the spell.
"Grandfathers, aid Lemford in his time of need! Come, Pig."
Standard: Ancestor's Blessing - "The ally gains a +2 bonus on any attack roll, saving throw, ability check, or skill check made before the beginning of the shaman’s next turn."
Bel moves 20' to the north, counting the first 10 feet as difficult terrain, going into Lingering performance as she does so. She then casts Liberating Command on Lemford, which gives him a +14 to an immediate Escape Artist skill check.
Bel still has an immediate action; if anyone else is grappled, she will use an immediate action to cast Liberating Command on them. However, if anyone has a critical hit chance on their attack and fails to confirm, instead Bel will cast Gallant Inspiration, which will add 2d4 competence bonus retroactively to the roll.
Bel, please state the bonuses youa are granting each time you start an inspire, just to be 100% clear.
Gresh swings his axe into the nasty plant, hitting it hard.
Neal, technically orange is an Xtabay, but he probably doesn't know that
Neal stabs the pretty flowers, and the flowers stop moving.
If anyone cares, harvesting wolfsbane is a full round action that provokes. You just need to be standing next to the patch, which is now highlighted.
Lemford tries to get out of the vine after Bel's spell, but fails. He then (takes his action)
As a stream of obscenities fly from his mouth he attempts to break out of the grip of the vine. The profanity spewing halfling barely manages to break out! He then draws his axe, curses the vine's mother, and crawls up into a little ball.
CMB to escape, IC, FB, AB:1d20 + 7 + 2 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 7 + 2 + 1 + 2 = 31
The pink flowers move in, releasing its pollen. Only Gresh is in range of the sleepy dust, but he resists.
Gresh Will:1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
1: Gresh, 2:Lemford:1d2 ⇒ 2
The green flowers attempt to sting Lemford.
sting vs prone vs AC18:1d20 + 0 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 0 + 4 = 19Piercing plus acid:1d3 - 1 ⇒ (1) - 1 = 01d2 ⇒ 11 pt non-lethal sting vs prone vs AC18:1d20 + 0 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 0 + 4 = 17
Then, the vine continues to attack Lemford in it mindless assault. It slams into him with its vine. Amazingly, it can not grab on to the wimpering, swearing form as Lemford collapses.
SLAM! vs prone vs AC18:1d20 + 13 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 13 + 4 = 20slam:1d8 + 12 ⇒ (5) + 12 = 17GRAB!:1d20 + 19 ⇒ (1) + 19 = 20
It then slams its vine into the one hurting it the most... Gresh. It slams into the paladin, and then wraps him up in a tight package.
SLAM! vs AC18:1d20 + 13 ⇒ (7) + 13 = 20Bludgeoning:1d8 + 12 ⇒ (3) + 12 = 15 GRAB! vs CMD15:1d20 + 19 ⇒ (13) + 19 = 32constrict:1d8 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20
Bel shouldn't bother to use her liberating command... with Gresh's ACP he probably cannot get out with escape artist
Lemford continues to lie on the ground, not bleeding.
Bel Canto, Gresh, Shadowhand, Grippli, and Pig is/are up. Universal Adjustments: Inspire +2, Flagbearer +1, Bless +1 Universal Conditions:
Male LG Half-Orc Life Oracle 1 / Paladin 4 | HP: 45/47 | AC: 20 (10 tch, 20 Fl) | CMB: +5 CMD: 17 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +9; +1 vs death; immune disease, fear | Init: +0 | Perc: -1 (Darkvision) SM: +3 | Speed 20 | Spells: 1: 4/4, LoH 4/6: channel 6/11 | Active conditions:
Gresh grunts in pain as the vine attacks and grabs him. Gresh shouts out in a sing song language, drops Peacekeeper, pulls out a longsword and attacks the vine creature holding him fast.
In Celestial:
"Iomedae, your servant is in need of your healing power. Aid your champion to defeat those that stand in the way of my just cause!"
Swift action Lay on Hands, Free action drop greataxe, move action to draw longsword, standard action attack vine
The symbols lining the edge of Grippli's cape glow.
"Oh do stop squealing, Pig. It is not my fault your fat ass couldn't move out of the way. Maybe you should try eating fewer acorns like I suggested, oh I don't know how many times prior. What? Bold talk for a four legged lard ass. You would need to catch me first and I will remind you your "Four legs good two legs bad" maxim falls apart whenever we need to lower or haul your corpulence up or down a tunnel. Whatever."
cast mage armor from cloak; walk towards wolfbane patch
Hey y'all! Imma grab the wolfsbane next round and motorvate my skinny green frog ass to a place where I can acid splash what ever vine thing keeps attacking us. Or run. Running sounds good. Come, Pig.
Yes, I realize, technically, I cannot hold an immediate action, but was just letting you know I'm ready to use it if the circumstances I stated earlier came into play. Just reminding everyone I have it, because in PBP I can't come back after a round of actions occurs, 2 hours later and say, "Hey, wait a minute"
At this point, I will use it if Gresh misses his next main weapon attack, to help him actually hit. I want these things dead.
Male LG Half-Orc Life Oracle 1 / Paladin 4 | HP: 45/47 | AC: 20 (10 tch, 20 Fl) | CMB: +5 CMD: 17 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +9; +1 vs death; immune disease, fear | Init: +0 | Perc: -1 (Darkvision) SM: +3 | Speed 20 | Spells: 1: 4/4, LoH 4/6: channel 6/11 | Active conditions:
Not sure what my current hp is at this point. Round 4 says I am at 6/47 and with the entangled and grappled conditions, but you referred to Gresh as unconsciousness. Also as a half-orc, I have orc ferocity, which allows me 1 round of action as disabled when brought under 0 hp. Which, I believe, would still allow me a standard and swift actions.
If that gets me out, then I will move 15 feet to where I am no longer entangled. However, I can't seem to bring up the map, so I can't say where. I want to stay within 30' of my fighters if possible
And since Gresh is still fighting, I will use the Gallant Inspiration on him if he misses, otherwise, Neal
Bel pulls herself free of the entangle, and moves into the wolfsbane patch!
Grippli attempts to break free... and succeeds! He then moves himself out of the grasping vines, and prepares to harvest wolfsbane.
escape artist:1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20
