Righteous Fury (Wrath of the Righteous, table 1) (Inactive)

Game Master The Roxtar

Sorry for the silence, I've been extremely busy the last few days.

"SOUNDS LIKE THERE'S SOMEONE HERE PUTTING THINGS BACK IN ORDER. THEY COULD PROBABLY USE A HAND."

Coop helps helps Aravash into what's left of the building.

As Firas steps inside, he immediately notices four humans, bound and laying prone in the center of the room, with stacks of books forming a ring around them. There are several other individuals standing around this ring, a woman in robes, a man with the blazing sword and sun sigil of Iomedae, and three tieflings clad in leathers. One of the tieflings is berating the woman.

"You had best hurry yourself girl. There are so many other things we could be doing."

First things first, I use detect evil as a move action on the tiefling who is speaking, then on the woman he (she?) is addressing.

Clancy will walk just inside the doorway and say:

"I may spend much more time hunting then reading, but this seems a high price to pay for overdue books. Ye there, who bears the symbol of Iomedae, what goes on here?

Clancy will do sense motive on any response.

Coop opens his mouth, but decides better and snaps it shut. He does try to subtly interpose himself between the group and Aravash, in case things go pear shaped.

Bluff: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

George moves into the room palming his dagger. He studies the standing occupants.

"What law had been broken, that the workers need to be trussed so?"

Diplomacy (?): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18

As Clancy addresses the knight, he looks bored and does not respond.

George gets a similar response when he tries to speak.

Scanning the tiefling (yellow), Firas picks up the negative vibe of evil emanating off of the man. Which is only further evidenced when he pulls a short sword and grabbing the woman (white). Everyone else seems to hop to their feet and make ready to fight with the four tied up still seeming to struggle against their bonds.

Round 1

24 White
23 Red
22 George 27/27
16 Coop 30/30
16 Firas 31/31
14 Yellow
13 Blue
10 Anevia
10 Aravashnial
07 Clancy 14/25
06 Green

White struggles and tries to pull free and breaks the grip of yellow. Taking a 5ft step back, she picks up a staff off the floor.

CMB: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (18) + 0 = 18 success

Red closes in on Clancy, pulling a short sword.

Melee vs FF: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21
Slashing: 1d6 + 3 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + 3 + (4) = 11

bold is up

"The morning light has shone a light on your soul, and it has been found lacking. Your villainy ends today!"

He strikes at the tiefling with his shining blade.
posting now, but definitely waiting on George for the soundtrack. I am detecting evil on the dude in iomedae gear. If evil i will smite him as a swift, then attack green.

attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 9 = 10
slashing: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9

George starts swinging his dagger in short arcing slashes. "What y'all wanna do? Wanna be hackers?" The edges of the party's weapons begins to gleam. Everyone that want can have whatever weapon they are holding become magical. +1 to hit and damage. It does apply to missiles. Going with keen if already magical.

He then moves forward to provide protection to those on the floor.

Skald 3 /Oracle 4 /Song starts 8

Aw, should have buffed.

Coop moves around into flank (Probably not literally, as I don't think Clancy has a melee weapon out) and attacks red.

Attack w/ morningstar, power attack: 1d20 + 9 - 1 ⇒ (3) + 9 - 1 = 11
Damage, power attack: 1d8 + 7 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 3 = 14

Bleh.

Annoyed that his hostage wriggled free, yellow stabs violently at the helpless person on the ground nearby then steps closer to the woman.

Melee: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7
Slashing: 1d6 + 3 + 1d6 ⇒ (1) + 3 + (6) = 10

Blue rolls his shoulders as he moves closer to George

Melee: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
Bludgeoning: 1d8 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14

Round 1

24 White
23 Red
22 George 13/27
16 Coop 30/30
16 Firas 31/31
14 Yellow
13 Blue
10 Anevia
10 Aravashnial
07 Clancy 14/25
06 Green

Five foot step in front of the door, swift action Judgment of Sacred Justice (+1 to hit), 2 arrows at the Green Tiefling in hopes that he is flat footed having not acted yet. Rapid Shot, Deadly Aim, Point Blank Shot, Skald Song, Favored Enemy assuming he is evil, Guidance on the first shot.

LBow vs FF?: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16 P: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15
LBow vs FF?: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22 P: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9

"I'm not knowing who you scum are, but Kenabres has no need for you tainted villains!"

Aravash, your friends are in danger! More tieflings, and someone who sullies the heraldry of The Inheritor.

is it safe to assume that he did ping as evil?

Firas does detect evil on the knight.

Round 2

Skald Song
24 White
23 Red
22 George 13/27
16 Coop 30/30
16 Firas 31/31
14 Yellow
13 Blue
10 Anevia
10 Aravashnial, delay
07 Clancy 14/25

Clancy fires a pair of shots off, the first one will miss. will hit if timely inspiration is used The damage off the first arrow will be enough to put the tiefling down.

Anevia steps in and draws her bow, firing at red.

Ranged: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15 miss
Piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Aravash delays.

White tries to step to the side and pop yellow with the staff.

Melee: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (5) + 0 = 5 miss
Bludgeoning: 1d6 ⇒ 6

Red twists back away from the archers and pokes at Coop.

Melee: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9 miss
Slashing: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

If my first shot dropped Green I would have fired the second at Red. I will start including secondary targets from here on out. My goal is to clear the evil outsider mooks so you hitters can take out the boss.

sounds great to me, although even with smite your damage output is way better than mine unless I happen to crit.

"Do not be fooled by that man's garb. His wickedness is fully apparent to me. Prepare to face your judgement, impostor."

Firas strides around the hostages, giving them a nod of assurance as he passes. As he comes toe to toe with his foe he strikes with holy guidance.

Single move up to blue, attacking with smite evil. This will of course ignore DR and deal an extra +3 if blue happens to be an evil outsider, dragon, or undead. Also I have +3 AC vs blue.

scimitar +smite +keen song: 1d20 + 8 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 8 + 3 = 12 F U, dice roller. F U.

cold iron slashing +smite: 1d6 + 5 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 5 + 3 = 14

Attack, Power Attack: 1d20 + 9 - 1 ⇒ (14) + 9 - 1 = 22
Damage, PA: 1d8 + 8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 8 + 3 = 18

Coop swings a powerful overhand blow at Red.

If that kills Red, Coop will move up to engage with blue.

Round 1
George makes a quick gesture toward Clancy.

”Let’s Hear It for the Boy...Let’s give the boy a hand” Gain a +1 to that roll from timely inspiration.

Round 2
"It's all about the Pentiums!" Spending a round to keep it going.

"Repent! Turn yourself over to us and perhaps the Inheritor will allow you time to amend your ways in the time of Kenabres need."

Demoralize on Plate: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

George then hands his dagger to one lying on the floor. "Free yourself if possible!"

"Feel the beat. Accept the music."

Skald 2 |Oracle 4 |Song starts 7. Still armed with cestus and tying to keep civilians from being considered helpless

If my first shot dropped Green I would have fired the second at Red.

i assumed that would be the case, but i figured i'd wait for the adjustment just to make sure

Clancy's second shot hits red squarely dealing some damage.

for Anevia, even with the song, it's still a miss

Firas targets the knight with a smite, though swinging wildly the armored man deftly avoids the blow.

Coop smashes his weapon into red, finishing her off and moves up closer to blue. moved you up and closer towards being able to flank next round, if this guy lasts that long

The man in banded mail ignores George's words. "Fah, this city is already lost. Time to give up this farce. The dark has beaten us all." Meanwhile, George drops a weapon towards one of the tied up people... and narrowly misses injuring them. With the state of their bonds, it seems unlikely they will be able to make much progress in freeing themselves.

Letting out an angry snarl, yellow drives his blade into white. Leaving the woman gasping and coughing up blood. He then steps closer towards blue.

Melee: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13 hit
Slashing: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Blue glares at Firas. "I don't think your Lady much cares for anyone in this city now. She's abandoned it, like all the others."

Melee: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9 miss, sigh
Bludgeoning: 1d8 + 15 ⇒ (7) + 15 = 22

Anevia steps in a bit closer and pulls her knife out. "Aravash, stay there. I think some of your people might be here, I don't know what you can throw this way, but these folks might be in the way if you try." The elf does indeed wait by the door, but calls out. "Who among you is a seeker?"

Round 3

Skald Song
24 White, -7
22 George 13/27
16 Coop 30/30
16 Firas 31/31
14 Yellow
13 Blue
10 Anevia
10 Aravashnial
07 Clancy 14/25

"Seeking what Anevia? I seek a warm hearth and a quiet town when I come to visit, but I'm not about to get that it seems"

5'step and two shots at Yellow. Point Blank Shot, Rapid Shot, Skald Song, Deadly Aim, Favored Enemy.

LBow: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12 P: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 8 = 16
LBow: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23 P: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

Secondary target Blue. No soft cover Deadeye Bowman.

to clarify, it was Aravash that was asking about Seekers.

Clancy fires twice and the second shot hits and drops yellow.

Round 3

Skald Song
24 White, -7
22 George 13/27
16 Coop 30/30
16 Firas 31/31
13 Blue
10 Anevia
10 Aravashnial
07 Clancy 14/25

White moves closer to the hostages and pulls out a knife, preparing to free her colleague. "Aravashnial? You'll find none here. They've all fled."

"It's all about the Pentiums!" 2 of rounds remaining of Lingering Performance.

George waits until Coop gets his swing in, then punches out with his cestus. Sliding over to the side he raises his shield.

cestus: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5 not include flanking. Pierce: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Skald 2 |Oracle 4 |Song starts 7

let'stry this again, waiting for flank and then attacking

scimitar +smite +keen song +flank: 1d20 + 8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 3 + 2 = 18

cold iron slashing +smite: 1d6 + 5 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 5 + 3 = 10

Coop moves into flank with Firas and attacks. Drawing an AoO

Attack, power attack, flank with Firas: 1d20 + 9 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 9 - 1 + 2 = 18
Damage, power attack: 1d8 + 8 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 8 + 3 = 19

As Coop moves, the warrior swings his mighty mace.

Melee: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12 miss
Bludgeoning: 1d8 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13

George tries to slide in and land a rabbit punch, but the mess of books on the floor defeats his fancy footwork and the punch goes wide.

Firas and Coop however both land solid hits, bringing the fighter to his kness.

"The fires of the abyss are consuming the world, but they can't have me just yet. Spare my life, I yield."

out of combat

"RIGHT. ANYONE WANT TO TELL ME WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON, HERE"

Firas eyes the knight suspiciously, "I am honor bound to allow the wicked a chance to redeem themselves. You would be wise not to squander this chance." he raises his scimitar to the knight's throat to drive home his point.

"Now, tell us what nefarious plot is being hatched here!"

George will administer Oracle CLW to himself, Clancy, and the fallen civilian if not dead.

"Repairing Localhost"

CLW on GS: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6
CLW on CM: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4
CLW on Civy: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Skald 2 |Oracle 2 or 1 |Song starts 7

Clancy will cast Detect Magic and make a mental note of any magic auras in the area.

Then he will address the individual who was White during the combat. "I regret we did not arrive to help you sooner, but would you kindly tell us happened?"

Afterwards he will approach the man in the Iomadae trappings and say: "As for you, keep your liar's tounge in your head until spoken to, and then only use it truthfully or I swear by Ol' Deadeye's bow I'll string you up with it!" Intimidate: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23 Clancy will then begin tying his hands and thumbs together behind his back.

The man turns his face to the ground and pointedly ignores the questions, but does not seem to put up any resistance.

George is able to move about and heal those that are injured, including the librarian on the floor. The other (white) has a jagged gash on her abdomen, but is still on her feet.

She moves closer to Aravashnial, and reels back slightly once she takes notice of the bandages on his face. "What happened to you? When the others fled, I thought you had gone too?"

Aravash leans forward, closer to the woman, his voice becoming somewhat angry. "Fled? They would not flee at this incursion. The others of this city may not believe in what we can do, but we're not cowards that are driven out by these demons Fenna, how dare you say such things."

Fenna steps back. "But it's the truth! The hordes swept through the city and have razed most of it to the ground. Even the Wardstone has failed this time. With the Storm King leading the charge, and the fall of Terelendev, it's been overwhelming. And now, the vultures have decended and tried to pick off those that were fool enough to stay behind and try to preserve what was left." The librarian stares daggers at the tied up fighter.

"I am sorry for the bad news, and for whatever happened to you Aravashnial, but the Wardens are gone."

The elf drops to his knees and trembles slightly. "Damn. Damn DAMN DAMN!"

The librarian steps closer to the elf. "Listen, I know how much this place meant to you. Please, we're trying to put together as much as we can salvage and move it to a safer location, will you help us? Quednys was seen up by Saint Clydwell, if he's still alive, he could likely tend to your injuries."

Aravash pulls himself to his feet, leaning heavily on his staff. "I may be blinded, but you will have my aid Fenna." He then turns to his saviors. "And to you all, I owe much gratitude. Once this is all sorted out, perhaps we will meet again and I can find some way to repay you."

Clancy takes in the scene and works his magic while the elf and the human chat a bit, locating a few magical items in the process.

Loot!
+1 Heavy Mace
CLW potion x2
Banded Mail
Light Steel Shield
29gp

Studded leather armor x3
short sword x3
light crossbow x3
60 bolts.

There is also a scroll of Dimensional Lock folded up and tucked inside a spellbook on the floor as part of the ring around the tied up librarians.

The spellbook is worth 700 gp.

Before departing, Fenna will approach the group. "There was this... thing that attacked Blackwing. A horrific abomination—a man made of worms who used magic and demons under his command to smash the structure down. I suspect it took several treasures from the ruins before it left. Just be careful out there."

Oh, that's awesome. A personal favorite monster.

"OH, HAPPY TO HELP, ARAVASH. YOU TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. OUT THERE. AND DON'T LOSE HOPE JUST YET—THE GODS HAVEN'T ABANDONED US, IF WE DON'T ABANDON EACH OTHER."

"WELL, THAT SOUNDS HORRIBLE. THANKS FOR THE WARNING."

Knowledge (Arcana): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18 Don't have dungeoneering yet, and don't get it as a class skill sadly.

Potion of CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

interestingly enough, knowledge nature to identify (considered vermin)

Lyon offers his hand to shake with the others of the group. "I think Aravashnial might need an assistant, and the chance to examine some of these books, possibly even repair them. Well, it's just too enticing. Thank you all for the company and safe travels."

Horgus clears his throat, "Well then, shall we move on? My home is just a bit to the northeast of here." He points up towards the sky and the sun starting to get lower towards the horizon. "I'll bet it's not pleasant outdoors in the evenings. There's safe shelter for each of you if you'd like to stay."

To both Aravashnial and Lyon, "I am sorry to lose your company. You were invaluable in our victory down in those catacombs. I hope to see you again, and I hope that next time you will be able to see me." he chuckles as he pats the elf on the shoulder.

Turning to Horgus he notes the time and replies, "Good point, man! Time is of the essence, and Anevia has loved ones vulnerable at home. Quickly, let us all gather up what we can carry here and press on."

What time is it? Didn't the day just start? Or did we lose a lot of the day to the ascent to the surface?

"Aye, let us return these folks to their homes while we may. But what do we do with this scum? I say he trespassed against the folks of this library, they should decide his fate. Or does anyone know where or if any authorities remain to hand him over to?"

Know:Nature: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (10) + 9 = 19 To know about Worms that Walk

"INDEED, WE SHOULD GET MOVING."

Alex, could you mark the locations of Anevia and Horgus' destinations on the map?

Sorry Alex, that Know check should only be 17. Forgot I still had favored enemy on.

non-descript time to get out of the tunnels/digging/moving through the city and then the combat/looting.

17/19 will be insufficient unfortunately.

and lastly, updated the map to note those locations. red square for Horgus's place and yellow for Anevia's

Fenna glares at the trussed up warrior. "We can certainly take him off your hands. With him bound up like that, we should be able to keep him under control when we head out."

Coop shrugs, and looks to the others.

Cavalier is beat up enough he surrendered. No gear, no weapons, no mount. We could give him a backpack with enough stuff to slow him down. :D George does not feel an agent of the law, so turning him over to proper authority appeals to him. Dang, Horgus got a nice sized spread on the map.

Bardic (religion is +1 more): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15

Firas reluctantly agrees to entrusting the captured cavalier to Fenna's care, "Very well. Take all precautions. He is a dangerous foe."

Ok so with Coop's pack filled with most of our gear, I think we are ready to go. As much as I hate to give in and go to Horgus's place first, he really is literally on the way to Anevia's. So as long as we don't spend any time there, we could drop him off and then press on to Anevia's without losing any significant time.

Agreed.

"WELL, THAT'S AWFUL NICE OF YOU, HORGUS, BUT WE'VE PROMISED TO GET ANEVIA BACK TO HER HOME. LUCKILY, YOU'RE PLACE IS ON THE WAY, SO WE CAN GET YOU TO YOUR HOME, TOO, NO SWEAT."

George pops another potion. With a look of disgust, he checks the bottles for expiration dates.

Potion of CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Skald 2 |Oracle 1 |Song starts 7

"Suit yourselves, offer stands if you change your minds."

Horgus starts picking his was through the debris and wreckage of other buildings. Once past the initial damage near the library, it becomes a lot easier to move about, and the homes here seem mostly intact still.

As the group slowly gets closer and closer, Horgus seems to grow a bit more energetic, until you all arrive at the front gate.

The gate is partially open as is the front door. His expression quickly sours. "Guess I shouldn't be surprised, with an incursion this big, something was bound to come try and pick through, but the guards should have been able to repel them."

George looks around at the size of the house inside the city wall. "Looks like the demons have not gotten around to here yet. I don't like the fact the place was left open like this. I would like to come in with you, make sure you are settled with your staff."

Skald 2 |Oracle 1 |Song starts 7

"Aye, we should secure this home before we move onwards. Horgus, did many folks live here with you and is there another way in?"

Clancy would like to make a Survival check to look for tracks in the area.
Track +2 Fav Enemy?: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16

Just before we enter the home by whichever means Clancy would cast Protection from Evil (CL3). Then he would start looking for hazards and/or traps with his bow in hand.

Coop nods, and waits for everyone to make their preparations before casting shield and activating his scale. alter self, form of a sasquatch.

"DON'T BE ALARMED. IT'S ME, COOP, YOUR FRIEND." he says before setting down the loot bag and drawing his morningstar.

Horgus nods to George and motions for him to follow.

As Clancy tries to look for tracks, the stone pavers that make up the pathway to the street make things very difficult to locate clues.

"Ten total. Four servants and six guards."

Looking around on the inside, there is no one to be found, and as Horgus moves through the rooms, his expression grows more and more irritated. "Little thieves have wandered off with what wasn't nailed down. Bastards." He then motions for the group to wait as he steps into a study. A few moments later he returns with a bag full of coins. "You all may not like me, but I do keep my word and follow through with what I say. I promised a reward, and I trust this will not disappoint." He hands over the coin pouch (1000gp). "This location may not be as secure as I had thought, but it'll do. I'm staying here, you all can carry on with your dogoodery, but if things get bad out there, well.. it would seem I need some new guards."

Did I end up casting Prot from Evil?

"While I'm not kenning any bad blood between us I thank you Horgas, you are a man of your word. George had a good idea. Would ye be willing to shelter yer fellow townsfolk here, perhaps even pay any able folks to guard ye and yer fine home? Take to heart that someday Kenabres shall be right again, and folk will remember those that helped and those that did not. Now's yer chance to be a boon unto yer community"

"Anevia, are ye thinking we can get you home before dark? Might be a frightful night in Kenabres. My new friends, are ye in need of rest here? I could continue if ye wish, and I have the Darkvision potion ye so kindly provided me with if it gets dark."

@Clancy, you said you were going to before entering, so, I would assume that's a yes.

Horgus shrugs. "If people come seeking shelter, they can expect to be put to work if they are able. If their intentions are no good though, it might be inviting wolves in. "

Anevia looks at the sky anxiously. "I don't know what the night will bring, but I'd like to get home as soon as possible. I know that means we may have to face more dangers... and I'm sorry to be such a burden." Her eyes tilt towards the ground slightly. "I just worry that something has happened to Irabeth."