Wrath of the Righteous for Paladins (Inactive)

Game Master trawets71

'They rely on darkvision, that makes sense, living down here and all.' Ian looks at Donnen and Loethar, 'Hhmmm, I wonder.' Pausing for a moment he shakes hands with Lann, "Thanks Lann, we look forward to seeing you again."

As Lann leaves, Ian points to his halo, "Because of the light they will see us before we see them, not a great logistical situations." He smiles looking at the dwarves, "Should we attack in two waives? One to surprise them and engage then the second to come support?" He looks at the others, "We could come running as soon as we heard the dwarves call out."

Donnen stares at Ian for a moment, scratching his beard.

Heh, lad, for a moment I thought you'd suggest for us tah' scout it. Not really me' cup o'tea, and I guess the same for Leothar.

He chuckles, visibly trying to control his noise. In different circumstances he'd be laughing out loudly.

It might be a good plan. - he finally says, continuing - Tho' I'd feel a lot better if we knew how many of these folks we're talking about and how prepar'd they are.

He pulls the giant-sticker over his shoulder, as if getting ready, but giving the others time to speak.

"Thank you, Lann."

Leothar considers the situation. Ian's plan seems sound.

"That works for me, Ian. We'll be scouting of a sort, I suppose.
I can fight cautiously if they are many, until you can come join the battle. But if they are few, you may miss out on the action..."

He readies his axe and shield (still using his heavy shield) and prepares to move out.

Stealth Leothar: 1d20 + 1 - 6 ⇒ (12) + 1 - 6 = 7
Stealth Donnen: 1d20 + 2 - 5 ⇒ (16) + 2 - 5 = 13

Perception 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25
Perception 2: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23
Perception 3: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

The halo is extinguished and Leothar and Donnen head down the tunnel moving as silently as they can. The group listens to them walk down the tunnel. When the reach the end the tunnel opens into a cavern. Barricades made of heaped loose rocks and wooden boards bisect this cavern. Beyond the barricades, a wooden screen covers the lower half of a tunnel mouth. Manning the barricades are three mongrelmen, watching the opening clubs at the ready. As soon as they see Leothar they begin howling and shrieking.

Init Ardriel: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21
Init Donnen: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4
Init Fley: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5
Init Ian: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (4) + 0 = 4
Init Leothar: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
Init Petsha: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15
Init Mongrelmen: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Ardriel, Donnen, Fley, and Petsha are up.

"Oh no, Petsha! We couldn't possibly stay in the town where we'd be safe for a couple hours. It's much more important to be here in your way to make sure that you can't easily get to the fight again. We know you couldn't be happy without that!" Petsha stifles a sigh, knowing that his mocking thoughts of the citizens of Kenabres are unkind and not helpful at the moment. As such, he does his best to shove them to the back of his mind while he navigates past the three as carefully as he can to try to get into position where he'll have a better shot at the foes.

Double move action

Chief Sull's morningstar in one hand, torch in the other, Ardriel says, "Now, let's see if I can keep that promise to split a cultist's head with this. Fley or Ian, would you mind waiting here with the others?"

Double move.

At Ardriel's suggestion, Fley will hold back with the crew. He'll pull out his shortbow just in case.

Donnen moves up and tries to quickly deal with one of the enemies.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 - 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 4 - 1 + 1 = 14 PA, Bless
Damage: 2d6 + 4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (6, 4) + 4 + 3 + 1 = 18

Going on the northern most one, hoping to get him before acting, while flat-footed.

Round 1 Mongrelmen

Donnen swings at the defender with a perfectly aimed swing, but hits the barricade. The defenders wait ready to strike anyone in range.

?: 2d4 ⇒ (1, 3) = 4

Everybody is up.

'I need to get up there.' Illuminating his halo, Ian hustles after the others.

double move

I hope the Chieftain was telling us the truth about these traitors...
Leothar knows he is going to face all of the readied attacks, so he uses Total Defense and moves up. He has no idea how strong these Mongrelmen are, so is cautious for now.
AC 24.

Ardriel moves up behind Leothar, then steps to the side to swing the morningstar at one of the hunkered down cultists.

Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

He whacks the morningstar off of the barricade.

The Dwarf swings again, but this time he targets the barricade itself - trying to sunder or break it.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 - 1 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 4 - 1 + 1 = 12 PA, Bless
Damage: 2d6 + 4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (1, 2) + 4 + 3 + 1 = 11

Not sure if it goes beyond its hardness though. My CMB is +4 as well, if it counts as sunder instead of a regular attack.

Fley moves up behind Ian, but makes sure he doesn't get too far away from their companions. With his shortbow, he'll shoot at the barricade.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
damage: 1d4 ⇒ 2

Petsha moves up behind Donnen and offers some covering fire as the dwarf begins his work to dismantle the barricade.

Move action to move, standard action to attack the North-most Mongrelman

Longbow Attack vs North Mongrelman: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 24 Damage (P): 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8 Arrow Recovery: 1d100 ⇒ 56

Just to be clear there is a gap in the barricade, it's hard to see on the map, by Leothar. If that changes anyone's actions you can retcon. Please mark any retcons as such.

Round 1

As Ardriel and Leothar approach the barricade they are attacked by clubs. The barricade works for Ardriel this time and Leothar's cautiousness keeps him safe, barely. The barricade is granting +4 AC from cover for both sides. They basically need to roll your AC to hit you if you are behind it. The gap is between Leothar and Red so no cover either way. I figured out border colors. Yea!

Mongrelman Ardriel: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18
Mongrelman Leothar: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Petsha puts an arrow into the northernmost mongrelman doing a fair bit of damage.

Donnen attacks the barricade and cause a rock to fall out of it, while Fley's arrow breaks when it hits it.

Round 2
The mongrelmen swing their clubs again and miss.

Mongrelman Ardriel: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Mongrelman Leothar: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11

Party up.

Profession (Miner): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

The miner looks at the barricades with curiosity and holds his giant picker back.

Forget about the barricade, me' lads. 'Tis not gonna drop easy. There's a gap ther'... - he points, then tries to attack the enemy closer to him.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 - 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 4 - 1 + 1 = 9 PA, Bless
Damage: 2d6 + 4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (2, 4) + 4 + 3 + 1 = 14

But he misses.

Ardriel again attempts to smack the mongrelman on the head with his morningstar.

Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Confirm?: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Damage: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Critical Damage: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Leothar lowers his guard and goes on the attack, striking through the gap at the mongrelman in the middle.

Attack on Red, Bless, PA: 1d20 + 4 + 1 - 1 ⇒ (20) + 4 + 1 - 1 = 24
Confirm?: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18
Damage: 1d10 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9
Extra Crit Damage: 2d10 + 10 ⇒ (6, 6) + 10 = 22

'Need to distract the other one.' Drawing a chakram as he moves forward, Ian glares at the mongrelman on the left, blue yelling at him, "Hey you! Catch." he then throws the chakram at the fellow, clearly missing the man, but Ian can see the fear in his eyes.

move: 20 ft. Free action draws chakram, swift action: intimidating Gaze Blue, Attack: Chakram.
demoralize blue: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24 add +2 if blue is evil
attack: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 13 for damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Donnen misses again but Ardriel manages to smack the mongrelman he is attacking. Leothar manages to catch the mongrelman unready and he drops to the ground dead.

Fley shoots his bow at the Blue mongrelman.

You better surrender mongrel. Or else we will all smite you down.

Bow: 1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (14) + 3 - 4 = 13
damage: 1d3 ⇒ 2

Petsha takes aim again, trying to time his shot so that it will hit at a moment the mongrelman is looking out from behind the barricade.

Longbow Attack vs Blue Mongrelman: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 12 Damage (P): 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9 Arrow Recovery: 1d100 ⇒ 11

Fley and Petsha each shoot at the mongrelman and miss him.

Round 3
The southernmost mongrelman attacks Ardriel and hurts him badly.

Mongrelman Ardriel: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22 Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Party up.

Petsha breath catches as he sees Ardriel take the club to his shoulder and stagger. When elf stays on his feet, if barely, Petsha does his best to keep his attention on the mongrleman behind the barrier for now, trusting that his companion will be able to take care of himself for now.

Longbow Attack vs Blue Mongrelman: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 14 Damage (P): 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 Arrow Recovery: 1d100 ⇒ 87

"Ardriel!"
Leothar comes to the defense of his Elven companion, striking the one who wounded him.
Given the cover, will not use PA.
Attack Green, Bless: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 4 + 1 = 22
Damage: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12

Leothar attacks the mongrelman and he drops to the ground.

Seriously mongrelmen, come out and surrender.. Fley shouts at the men behind the barricade. Until they surrender, Fley will continue shooting his arrows.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (4) + 3 - 4 = 3
Damage: 1d3 ⇒ 3

"Those who surrender will be handed over to Chief Sull for his judgment," adds Leothar.

Ardriel’s arm goes numb as he takes a powerful blow from a mongrelman’s club. Leothar cuts the mongrelman down, and Ardriel nods in thanks as he backs away from the barricades towards Petsha.

If needed, I’ll take a withdrawal action. Otherwise, just move back. I’m on mobile, so I can’t move my token.

Moving forward into the opeinig in the wall, Ian affirms Loethar's statement, "If you surrender you will be handed over to Chief Sull." Standing ready to attack if the mongrelman moves towards the door or himself.

Still should be room for a couple of attackers without giving up AOO, 20 ft move, readied action, if he moves Ian attacks: longsword
attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19 for damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

If needed, I’ll take a withdrawal action. Otherwise, just move back. I’m on mobile, so I can’t move my token.

You were not threatened where you stood since Leothar killed him. You can drink a potion this round if you like, rather than move.

The mongrelman takes a step forward and attacks Ian but misses with his club. Ian the runs him through and he falls to the ground.

Mongrelman: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

Round 4
Party Up.

Fley drops his bow. Look, do you want to live? Please give up now. Though he is far back, Fley will put up his hands in a non-threatening manner.

I don't see the enemy on the map... Where is he?

Think they are all down or dead.
I dropped two and Ian dropped one.
Heal up Ardriel and go through the door?

There are 3 corpses on the ground. There is no one to talk to. You are still in rounds and I need to know what you are doing now in standard and move actions or full round action.

Donnen will approach one of them and try to stabilize him.

Heal?: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20

Torag shall keep you alive, and maybe you will find your redemption. - he says, not believing the enemy would hear, but praying regardless.

'OK Donnen is checking the wounded, did any make it past the door? Sheathing his sword, "did any of them sound an alarm?" Ian opens the door in front of him.

Two move actions: Sheathing sword, opening door

Ardriel takes a healing potion and drinks it.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

The pain in his shoulder mostly fades, leaving only the barest hint of a bruise. Rolling his shoulder to keep it from tightening, Ardriel says, ”They began screaming and hollering as soon as they saw us. I suspect that served to alert those inside the fort. We should press the attack now, before they have time to prepare.”

Fley turns to his companions. Stay here. We'll clear out this compound. Take this bow in case you need to use it.

The gnome hands over his bow and some arrows to the three companions. He'll then walk up to the others. I'm ready to bust in and fight. I agree with Ardirel - we should press on now.

As the last of the defenders in the room falls, Petsha looks to Ardriel to see how he's holding up. When the elf makes use the potion he smiles slightly and nods, turning his attention to other matters. As Ian moves to the door, Petsha moves to a position beyond the barricade and prepares to engage any enemies that might be behind it.

Move action, ready an longbow attack should anything attack Ian (or any other party member) after the door is opened.

Readied Longbow Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 28 Damage (P): 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5 Arrow Recovery: 1d100 ⇒ 26
Critical Confirmation: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 26 Extra Critical Damage: 2d8 + 2 ⇒ (7, 8) + 2 = 17

Donnen kneels over one of the mongrelmen and staunches his bleeding.Donnen, Which one are you stabilizing?

When Fley tries to hand over his bow, Anvenn says "I have my own, thank you, what I lack are arrows. I've stayed out of the fights until now to conserve the few I have for an emergency, as you have seemed to be handling things."

As Ian opens the door he is confronted with a mongrelman right in front of him. An arrow flies past Ian's ear and right into the mongrelman's eye and he drops to the floor.

The second mongrelman steps forward and attacks Ian, his club clanging loudly off Ian's shield. Ian can see some lizard creature behind the mongrelman move up.

Mongrelman: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17 Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Round 5
Party up.

Leothar looks on with confusion as Donnen tries to save the Mongrelman. Why are we taking prisoners?

He is startled by the new combatants' arrival and Petsha's lethal shot.

"Let them come!"
He steps past the barricade and readies to strike the first foe in range.

Lifiting his shield as he draws the dwarven hammer, Ian feels the club reverberate up his arm, swinging the hammer in a low arch he attempts to hit the mongrel man, Feeling the hammer hit the mongrelman, Ian takes a step.

move action draws hammer, attack: MW Hammer, 5 ft step
attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19 for damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8
if Ian drops the mongrelman he will 5 ft step over the body, if he doesn't, he will 5 ft step south so someone else can take a whack at him

Looks like you guys need my help, eh? Fley thinks as he walks up behind Ian and drawing his kukri as he does.

What is that lizard creature!? Fley asks as he approaches and sees more clearly. Looks dangerous

Knowledge(nature): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

He'll also try to ask the mongrelman to give up. Look at what we did to your friends. If you don't surrender, you'll be next.

Whichever I feel is in better conditions, considering my limited abilities.

Donnen manages to stabilize the middle mongrelman. Ian attacks the one in the doorway and moves south. This gives Fley a good view of the cave lizard. They are know to hang on when the bite and their bite is poisonous.

Watch out for the cave lizard's bite. They are known to hang on and poison their victims.

Seeing Ian duck out of the way, Petsha takes the best shot he can manage at the injured mongrelman. He also nods at Fley's words. "Poison would be an issue, so avoiding that would be good."

Firing longbow at the mongrelman who I assume has cover because of the doorway.

Longbow Attack: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (14) + 6 + 1 + 1 - 4 = 18 Damage (P): 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7 Arrow Recovery: 1d100 ⇒ 60

Petsha fires his arrow and it hits the mongrelman square in the chest, he stands there swaying with his eyes glazed over.