GM Erich's 7-04 The Ironbound Schism (Tier 7-11) (Inactive)

Game Master Thereus, Silver Crusader

"Sir Miguel, I can dispel magics, but generally we do better if we have some idea of what we're dealing with. I'm not sure of that yet, as while it may seem to be a trap, the two guardians would have seemed sufficient to guard what is within."

Know Arcana: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (10) + 17 = 27

It appears to all who check, that something bad will happen if you enter the room. As Miguel surmised, it is a magical trap that could be dealt with.

"Hmmm, maybe Miguel is right Almaas, you might get cursed to dig like that Ettin, that would be very bad."

He thinks for a second.

"I could channel a different aspect of the fiend tomorrow to make myself good at breaking traps, but even the fiend can't break magic traps, and I don't have any tools. Maybe we should wait and do dispels"

Xilt does mention that he has prepared for the eventuality of removing magical barriers and such.

"It is tricky business to deal with these sorts of traps. I can try if you like but the outcome is not certain."

@GM Erich - My character does have Dispel Magic prepared but does he know where to cast it to nullify the ward?

Lucifer checks to see if he is able to disable the magical trap or safely set it off and if so, does so.

Disable Device: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (20) + 21 = 41

Tzleztor watches Lucifer at work with some degree of admiration.

"I do not have a clue what he is doing but you have to admit that it is pretty impressive."

@Xilt A good bet would be the sphere itself. However, casting dispel magic upon it fails and instead rebounds upon you and attempts to cancel one of your spells.

Lucifer checks the irregular archway into the room and discovers small etchings in the rock that can be modified. Although needing some assistance to reach the highest points, he is able to adeptly nullify the protective aura in the room. With confidence, he deems the room safe for entry.

"It should be safe now." He confidently enters the room.

Almaas nods and enters as planned to retrieve the items.

Xilt nods at Lucifer's work.

"Nice job. I would have only been guessing. It is better to leave traps, magical or otherwise to a professional."

With the ward broken, you can proceed into the cavern and examine the unique-looking staff closely.

This portion of the ruins excavated by Pahg-Vahr and her ogre conscripts represents a modest fraction of the entire site, yet the magical wards are more than sufficient to keep any of the island’s giants from causing much damage. You deem that further exploration would require considerable effort by a larger team of Pathfinders and staff. So you can now return to Averaka - confident that the half-orcs will provide a base of operations for future Pathfinder forays to the ruins.

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When you return to the half-orc city, you meet the first of several squadrons returning from the northern half of Flintyreach. The half-orcs report success in chasing the giants from a large lowland area and fighting their foes deeper into the hills. There the giants were able to entrench themselves and fend off the Averakan assault, but not before Chief Gorgnak suffered a terrible wound and lost several key lieutenants as he fled the battlefield. Ultimately, the water supply to Averaka returns to normal, and the half-orcs’ spirits are high. The councilors thank your group for your assistance, and a local captain sails you back to Magnimar in her ship.

Due to securing the excavation site and making a good impression on the people of Averaka, you have earned full XP, gold, 2 prestige and the Averaka-Trained boon on your Chronicle sheet. Well done! Scenario end.

Astounded by Lucifer's work, Endrin bows to his companion "Far better than my paltry magics would have done to overcome these barriers. My gratitude for your work."

Upon return to the City, Endrin looks for further work to aid the efforts against the Giants. Taking leave of his companions, Endrin thanks each in turn "Pathfinders, it has been my pleasure to participate in a successful mission with such fine companions. Travel safe and may I hope to rely upon your sword, wits and skills again."

Thank you all for the enjoyable experience together and play, I appreciate you helping blow the dust off my PF1. Take care all.