GM Mioki Presents: Wrath of the Righteous (Inactive)

Game Master Mioki

Seeing the campsite ahead, and not sensing anything is amiss, Caliban turns to Greta and calls back to the rest of the survivors. There is an old campsite here, Greta and I will investigate and see if there is anything of use to our survival.

Addressing Greta directly, I will advance in and check it, you stay behind me so you can cover me with that massive hammer?

Drawing his longsword again, the elf advances into the camp area, searching for anything of use.

Perception: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

Yeah no way I can make that DC 26 perception! Wow!

Wow, this really went on overnight...

Massielo listens to everything silently. He make a mental note to talk to Greta about Horgus later. As they come to the campsite, he says "Seems like someone is, or was, living down here." He checks the bones to see whether they're human.

Heal: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17

I'm not even gonna roll that Perception check.

Benedic follows, seemingly oblivious to the joke at his expense.

As the party examines the campsite, he says "Others have been here, so it is likely there was a way out at one time. Tell me, Anevia, what waits for you on the surface? Have you lived in Kenabres long?"

Greta allows Caliban to step in front of her, then follows along close behind. She keeps her hammer raised, ready to bring it down on anything that might attack the elf.

I also can’t make that DC.

Before Anevia can answer Benedic, the debris behind the campsite erupts as six large-dog sized insects filter out and skitter toward the group. Their wide, sharp mandibles lead the way.

running out to gas tonight. Will get a map up and post Surprise Round tomorrow.

Massielo lets out a yelp and says "In the name of Iomed*. What is that?"

Only acting after the bugs, so only uselessly reacting

Junior’s 2nd roll from Tristan’s Tactician Seize the Initiative Ability

Junior 2nd roll Initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14

Initiative Order: Surprise Round

Selann

Insects

As Selann watches his companions approach the campsite, he gets a premonition, a brief flash of the future. He sees insects pouring out of the debris behind the campsite.

Selann, it is your turn in the Surprise Round

The new map is up under 'Slides'. Please move your icon to a square that you think your character would be in.

1st Round Initiative

Selann - 23

Benedic - 23

Greta - 20

Aravashnial - 20

Caliban - 16

Junior - 14

Anevia - 14

Insects - 13

Tristan - 12

Massielo - 7

Horgus - 4

knowledge dungeoneering, identify, HA: 1d20 + 5 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 5 + 3 + 2 = 12

Bardic knowledge: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21

If we came from the south I'm where I should be.

With a slight glimpse/warning of the future, Selann aims at where he is certain the bugs will appear and fires.

Crossbow attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24
Crit?: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
damage?: 1d6 ⇒ 6
Crit damage?: 1d6 ⇒ 1

He calls out a warning, "Bugs!" and points.

Somewhat startled by Selann's exclamation and the crossbow bolt flying past, Caliban brings up his left hand and mutters a brief incantation. Frost crystallizes around his hand and then flies in the direction of the nearest bug.

Ray of Frost: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
Damage: 1d3 ⇒ 2

Now settled, he follows the bolt of frost with his eyes, seeing it impact on the advancing vermin. He spins his longsword in his right hand, before settling into a two handed grip with the blade low before him. To Greta he says,

Calistria do not fail me now. I have plenty to be vengeful for, now is a perfect time to start helping.

Pst we were surprised. We're waiting on giant cockroaches to munch us. Selann has an ability that lets him act in surprise round.

Oh I thought we were up, my bad. Apologies

Selann aims his crossbow in expectation of the coming threat. As the first one rears its head, he fires his crossbow and the bolt punctures its abdomen right below its sharp, saliva-dripping mandibles. It lets out a shriek but does not stop its advancement.

Purple 6 damage. Crit not confirmed.

An insect jumps to the air and takes a wobbly arched flight toward Massielo and reaches out at him with its filth covered mandibles.

Mandible Bite (red) at Massielo: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 51d4 ⇒ 2

If Massielo has his longspear out, he can take an AoO against red

Caliban, being the closest, takes the brunt of the swarm as three charge at him, mandibles clicking.

Mandible Bite (blue) at Caliban: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 131d4 ⇒ 3

Mandible Bite (green) at Caliban: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 1 = 101d4 ⇒ 3
Mandible Bite (black) at Caliban: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 91d4 ⇒ 4

Following the swarm, the crossbow injured insect charges Greta.

Mandible Bite (purple) at Greta: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 81d4 ⇒ 1

Greta can take an AoO at purple

The final insect scuttles up to Benedic its mandibles opening and closing voraciously.

Mandible Bite Orange at Benedic: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 21d4 ⇒ 2

These bugs roll bad. I am also going to need bigger bugs. :)

Start of Round 1

Selann - 23

Benedic - 23

Greta - 20

Aravashnial - 20

Caliban - 16

Junior - 14

Anevia - 14

Insects - 13

Tristan - 12

Massielo - 7

Horgus - 4

Unfortunately, I am flat footed and therefore cannot make AoO

Massielo sees the bugs advancements and chastises himself for not using his dragonscale sooner. While still holding his spear, he raises it and concentrates while channeling a spell.

Defensive Cast Bless: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13

Unfortunately, he is too distracted with the large worms attacking them and fumbles the spell, wasting its energy.

Seeing the bug take the hit from his crossbow bolt and still advance to attack, Selann speaks words of arcane power and flings a small blob of acid at it.

Acid Splash to hit: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22 Ranged Touch attack
Acid Splash Damage: 1d3 ⇒ 1

@Selann: It probably doesn't matter in your post, but it might in future ones: Since the bug are engaged in melee, you need to take a -4 penalty on the attack since you don't have the Precise Shot feat. And if the GM is feeling particularly strict, you need to take another -4 due to cover from someone standing between you and the creature. Improved Precise Shot would remove that cover bonus. But anyway, a 14 would probably still hit a touch AC.

Benedic turns to see the bugs charging. "Large vermin! Stay back, stay back! Behind me, behind me!" he repeats for the benefit of the injured party members. He draws his longsword and swings it at the nearest insect.

Longsword attack at gold enemy: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
Slashing damage: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

I also can’t make an AoO due to being flat-footed.

Seeing Selann continue to attack the bug directly in front of her, Greta turns her attention to one of those surrounding Caliban and swings her heavy hammer at it. Targeting black.

longhammer: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
for: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 6) + 6 = 15

Sorry again about the earlier confusion, lets try this again!

Seeing the assualts of his party upon the advancing bugs, and keenly aware of the threats presented to him being in front of the party, Caliban pivots, and brings his longsword down in a two handed chop on the bug threatening Masselio directly.

Attack Red two handed: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
Damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

Junior starts to get into the swing of things as the fight rages on. He pulls out a longspear tipped with cold forged iron. He slams the haft of the spear against a drum that pokes out of his backpack in a uneven but still catchy beat that goes something like this. He comments, "Giant cockroaches, they don't like the light, but its gotta be real bright!" Light sensitivity

Move: draw spear, Standard: start Inspire Rage.

If Junior (or anyone) turns to look at Tristan; he sees the youth dancing while hitting a cymbal.
Hey; it just felt right!

Selann, watching the creature he just shot charge up to Greta, mutters arcane sounds and launches acid at the creature. The creature’s exo-skeleton burns and sizzles, but it continues to move.

Benedic draws his sword and positions himself to protect the injured. Benedic’s swing connects and pieces of insect fly into the cave while the slashing wound offers a spurting milky-white fluid.

Greta reaches out with her father’s great warhammer and smashes down on her target. The creature turns to smoosh where the weapon hits. The creature’s legs fidget about, but its mandibles stop clicking as its head falls to the ground.

Caliban defends his position against the onslaught of mandibles directed his way. In his periphery, he eyes the insect attacking Massielo. The Elf pivots his stance and allows his sword to lead in a mighty overhead chop. The blade cuts the insect in half, sending bits of insect everywhere and spilling a sticky, white liquid on the cavern floor.

In the background, a rhythmic drumming cadence starts to echo throughout the cavern. The music seems to bond to you and fills you with strength.

Aravashnial mutters through deep gasps of air, ”Point me in the right direction. I will remove these vermin.” To his frustration, Anevia works on leading him away from the insects.

The insects then continue there assault, determined to make you dinner. While Caliban and Greta are able to fend off the insects, Benedic feels the sharp pain of mandibles gorge into him. The young cleric is able fend off the beast before it latches on.

Mandible Bite (blue) at Caliban: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 131d4 ⇒ 3
Mandible Bite (green) at Caliban: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 61d4 ⇒ 4

Mandible Bite (purple) at Greta: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 141d4 ⇒ 1

Mandible Bite (Orange) at Benedic: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 181d4 ⇒ 3

During all this, Horgus finds a boulder to hide behind.

Rest of Round 1 – Tristan is up

Tristan - 12 <----

Massielo – 7

Horgus – 4

Then Start of Round 2

Selann - 23

Benedic - 23 (3 points of damage)

Greta - 20

Aravashnial - 20

Caliban - 16

Junior - 14

Anevia - 14

Insects - 13

I think Tristan was dancing to the music because he can’t reach the bugs right now?

Round 2
Greta begins to sway with Junior’s rhythm. She can feel the power in her blood welling up and her hair begins to softly glow. Raising her hammer up again, she trusts Selann to finish the bug he’s been attacking and instead swings at the next bug surrounding Caliban. accepting rage song and targeting green

longhammer (rage): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
for: 2d6 + 9 ⇒ (1, 6) + 9 = 16

Benedic times his swings to match the rhythm set by the half-orc, and swings again at the large insect that is menacing him and his charges.

Longsword attack, inspired rage: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6
Slashing damage, inspired rage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Actually, I tend to post flavor posts in between my Turns.

@GM Moiki. Most likely not, but did a 12 knowledge dungeoneering identify these fellas?

Feeling the beat of Junior's drums, the youth joins the fray. Tristan gauges the situation, before doing his duty. The Inquisitor decides that one must give in order to receive.

Tristan moves to get behind Orange to Flank with Benedic. He draws his longsword to threaten.

Orange gets AoO.

This post is the knowledge check spoiler, DC was 15

i also communicated what we know here.

Totally missed it; my thanks and apologies! Getting sloppy...been laid off for 7 weeks now; brain is mushy!

Tristan moves through the cavern attempting to find a tactical position against the insect fighting Benedic. The Inquisitor measures his steps perfectly and dodges when the expected attack comes from the cockroach.

Meanwhile, Greta continues her streak and smashes another bug into the cavern floor.

Benedic swings again but the insect scuttles back as it lashes out at Tristan.

AoO Mandible Bite at Tristan (orange): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 41d4 ⇒ 2

Round 2

Selann - 23 <----

Benedic - 23

Greta - 20

Aravashnial - 20

Caliban - 16 <----

Junior - 14 <----

Anevia - 14

Insects - 13

Tristan - 12

Massielo – 7

Horgus – 4

Delaying until after Caliban.

Caliban continues his movement to his left, spinning into the next opponent on the left flank, conjuring frost to his left hand with a quick word, and unleashing both spell and sword against the giant insect. He almost falls into the rhythm of Junior's beat, but shakes his head as he spins, clearing his mind for casting.

Concentration: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 3 + 2 = 19

Managing to avoid provoking the insect, he fires frost from his left hand, and attempts to land a moulinette upon the back carapace of the threatening monster.

Spell combat Ray of Frost: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
Melee Attack: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (7) + 0 = 7

Missing wildly with his spin, Caliban settles in front of the giant cockroach, prepared to receive the worst it can do...

Decline raging song for casting, movement is a 5 foot step and shouldn't provoke AAO.

Longspear, inspired rage, flank vs orange: 1d20 + 3 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 3 + 1 + 2 = 18 It has soft cover
Piercing, inspired rage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 = 8

Junior continues to bang on his drum but now thrusts his spear over Benedic's shoulder.

Caliban does a flashy spell and sword display, but sometimes effort does not always reap reward.

Junior measures his spear over Benedic's shoulder and pushes it forth right down the throat of the insect. It lets out a shriek before falling dead.

Frustrated that his magic hasn't had much of an effect, Selann still tries one more time.

acid splash: 1d20 + 4 - 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 - 4 = 17 Ranged touch attack. Is there also a negative for firing through the melee? I thought that was part of the -4. ?? Targeting the same one again.
damage if that hits: 1d3 ⇒ 3

Just read the ruling. So another -4 to hit for soft cover. I should have moved to get around to flanking position.... So does a 13 hit touch AC?
Was that the purple one that Junior killed? If so, then my attack didn't matter.... :)

@Caliban: You actually provoke AoO for shooting your Ray of Frost in melee range. On top of that, you have -4 for shooting into melee. I would suggest attack with two hands while you're still not level 2. Better damage.

Gotcha! thanks good to know

I considered Caliban's Concentration check as part of casting defensively; therefore, the cockroach will not take an AoO. Not sure if this is right, but it sounds good.

Selann's magic manifests another glob of acid and he sends it directly into the face of the injured insect. The Mandibles and mouth parts begin to sizzle and pop. Greta gets an eye-level view of the creature melting in front of her. It lets out a final screech and slumps to the ground, its head turning liquid and seeping into the cracks in the cavern floor.

The soft voices of Anevia and Aravashnial can be heard deeper in the cavern. Then an arrow comes out from the shadowy darkness, followed by a burst of light. The light dissipates quickly and out from the shadows appears a large golden dog. The arrow flies overhead while the canine runs directly toward the insect, grabs it in its powerful jaws, and bites off a chunk. The creature roars, turns its attention on the new attacker, and slices the dog with its mandibles. The dog lets out a yelp, but is still alive.

Arrow: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 81d6 ⇒ 6

Celestial Dog Bite: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 211d4 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Mandible Bite (Blue): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 = 161d4 ⇒ 4

Finish Round 2

Tristan - 12

Massielo – 7

Horgus – 4

Seeing the Golden Dog appear and maw the giant roach, the Inquisitor shakes his head.
Knowledge to identify dog: 1d20 + 5 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 5 + 3 = 26

Shrugging his shoulders--and not one to look a gift dog in the mouth--Tristan positions himself in a safe Flank with Caliban.

cold-iron longsword, flank, inspire rage: 1d20 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 + 2 + 1 = 111d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 + 1 = 10

AC 18 from Inspire Rage

Tristan moves to a tactical position to fight the last insect, but his sword fails to pierce through the creature's hard exoskeleton.

Not trained in Spellcraft yet; so many skills, too little ranks...lol.

Anyone own this Celestial dog?

Aravashnial shuffles out of the darkness, "He is mine."

I considered Caliban's Concentration check as part of casting defensively; therefore, the cockroach will not take an AoO. Not sure if this is right, but it sounds good.

He didn't provoke from casting because of the concentration check. He provoked from using a ranged attack while being threatened. If he didn't cast defensively he would have provoked twice.

He didn't provoke from casting because of the concentration check.

I'm pretty sure that is almost right. When you cast defensively you never provoke, but if you fail the concentration check you just lose the spell (like I did).

Massielo seeing that the group was being very capable of handling the bugs, he decided to save his spellcasting powers and attack with his longspear. He stepped to stand behind Caliban and stabbed the remaining creature, accepting the rage induced by Junior's song.

Attack: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 3 + 2 = 19
Damage: 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Greta continues to sway with rhythm of the drums as she raises up her hammer and brings it crashing down again in an attempt to kill the final bug...

rage: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
for: 2d6 + 9 ⇒ (4, 1) + 9 = 14

Fred Junior wrote:

He didn't provoke from casting because of the concentration check.

I'm pretty sure that is almost right. When you cast defensively you never provoke, but if you fail the concentration check you just lose the spell (like I did).

that's what I meant thanks for the clarification.

Tristan smiles in appreciation as Greta Donkey Konged the final cockroach.

Well done! I would say that our group tactics are developing. Nice spell, Aravashnial.

The young Inquisitor then takes up a guard stance, as they other search around.

As the last bug is squished, Massielo breathes deeply before saying "Anyone hurt?"

Afterwards, he recalls what he learned from studying the bones in the encampment.

Would like the answer to the Heal check in this post.

Seeing the bugs all dead, Selann will cast Detect Magic and move around the camp site looking for anything that might tell them how long ago anyone was here, and possibly anything to identify the person.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12

Benedic wheels, regaining his bearings as the strangely inspiring rhythm subsides, and he goes looking for his charges. "Everyone unchanged? No enemies remain?" he asks the party at large. After ensuring there are no more enemies, he offers Anevia, Aravashnial, and Horgus his hand if any of them are prone, or his canteen if they are thirsty.

”Great work everyone!” Greta exclaims with a smile. Wiping the bug guts from her hammerhead, she adds, ”I especially liked that rhythm, Junior; that really got my blood going.”