[GDX] GM Blake - PFS(2) 2-02: Mountain of Sea and Sky (Inactive)

Game Master Blake's Tiger

Jayma takes the necklace from Arlo and flashes him a smile. "Why, thank you dear Arlo. Now let's see if this is more than the pretty necklace it appears to be." She then tries to determine if the necklace has any sort of magical aura and if so, what it might be.

Hadn't noticed until now, but Identify Magic has the Secret trait.

Activity: Identify Magic (Arcana, Occultism +9) - SECRET

I'm assuming that like the other gifts, this is merely a treasure bundle and not magical...

"Seems it's exactly what it appears to be; a pretty necklace." Expectantly, Twyl reaches out for it. "Hmmm. No, Twyl. This is too nice to hide away. I think it'll look better on me." She then lets her familiar clasp the necklace around her neck and looking down at it says, "Yes, I was right. Much better where everyone can see it." Turning to Arlo, she adds, "What do you think dear Arlo? Does it look good on me?"

Jayma is pleased to be wearing beautiful jewelry again. She'd left all of hers behind when she'd fled Cheliax and her circumstances since had not lent themselves to the purchase of such expensive baubles. What little money came her way was almost always better spent on improved equipment to maximize her chances of surviving future Society missions.

"Oh, you look even more stunning than before," Arlo says without a hint of irony.

You get the feeling Arlo's easily impressed by charismatic people and forceful personalities.

Apologies. I lost this campaign for a moment.

Dusk is beginning to fall on Kayajima, lighting the clearing in a sunset glow. The spires and walls of Kayajima Fortress cast long shadows across the expanse by the time you return. "Thank you, Pathfinders! The ley lines are repaired and my preparations are complete. It is time for me to begin the ritual. Stand by and watch."

Kukuha dons a ceremonial cap and sash and stands at the center of a clearing, eyes closed. She performs a brief series of gestures with a feather fan before sinking to her knees and thrusting her talons into the earth.

A low rumble sounds, and the earth shakes. From the northeast, tendrils of golden energy ripple through the air like gusts of wind. From the southeast, waves of azure light flow across the ground, like the ocean crashing against the shore. And from the northwest, lines of verdant energy snake like roots through the earth. The energy trails dance toward Kukuha, gathering in larger and more vibrant swaths and forming a dome around her.

Suddenly, a loud droning hum emits from the statue at the wall. The etchings in the statue glow as it begins to rise with the sound of grinding stone. A massive construct stands fully upright, bathing the clearing in cobalt light as energy flows through the etchings covering its body. Its glowing eyes, crackling with power, fix on Kukuha.

With a cry of exertion, Kukuha redirects rays of energy from the dome into each of you. You all briefly glow with golden light and translucent sigils appear upon your brows for a moment before fading away.

Encounter! Round 1. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects:

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (+10 hp, +2 AC) (hidden)
> Erinaceinae
Statue
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC)

"It seems that something doesn't want you to complete the ritual, Kukuha. Do not fret. My companions and I shall protect you."

Hobbs moves between the giant, lumbering statue and Kukuha and launches a green blob from his fingertips.

Acid Arrow vs flat footed: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (15) + 11 = 26
acid damage: 3d8 ⇒ (3, 6, 6) = 15

Acid Arrow

"Oh, you look even more stunning than before," Arlo says without a hint of irony.

Jayma beams an even bigger smile back at Arlo. "How very kind of you Arlo dear. I agree completely. Hard as it is to improve on perfection, I think the necklace manages it quite well." When she was still walking the halls of the royal castle in Brastlewark, wearing jewelry like this was like wearing armor. It showed the royal retinue that she was a princess of the court and not to be trifled with. That feeling of power over others' lives was one of the few things she missed from her days at court.

Fast-forward...

The sorcerer was enraptured by Kukuha's ritual. The waves of different colored lights washing in from all directions and forming a vibrant dome around the tengu was awe inspiring. For a moment, Jayma thinks that the animation of the statue is part of the ritual, but it is clear from Kukuha's reaction that it is not. This construct wished them no good. As she prepares to defend Kukuha from the creature, she is bathed in golden light and feels stronger for it; she felt as if there was nothing that could stand in her way. "We must defend Kukuha. She must be allowed to finish the ritual. That creature must be stopped."

Jayma quickly steps to where Hobbs was standing so she can see exactly where the construct is. When it comes into sight, she starts making arcane motions with her arms. As before, water gurgles out of the ground and forms a ball floating in the air before her. With a final whipping motion of her hands and a "soggy sphere soaks statue," the ball of water accelerates towards the creature and smashes against it.

Action 1 (◆): Stride (25 feet)

Actions 2 & 3 (◆◆): Cast a Spell: Hydraulic Push (heightened to 2nd Level) targeting Statue

Hydraulic Push (L2) Attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28
Hydraulic Push (L2) Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (5, 5, 2, 3, 3) = 18 bludgeoning damage

If it's a crit, target takes an extra 3d6 and is knocked back 10 feet instead of just 5.

Hydraulic Push (L2) Crit Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 2, 1) = 7 bludgeoning damage

Is that +2 to AC a circumstance bonus or is it untyped. Checking to see if it will stack with a Shield spell.

As the energy starts flowing through the air, Arlo closes his eyes and breathes in deeply. "Can you feel that? It's nature responding to our call. Oh, how I wish I could hold the power of the earth and air in my hands, directing it to my desires. I am deeply jealous of you, Kukuha."

Any indication of why that big honking statue suddenly appeared? It rose up and walks in our direction, but why? Did we do something wrong?

Jayma didn't have LOS to the statue where she was, so I moved her to Maximilian's conveniently emptied square. He'll probably cross post with me.

Hobbs splatters the towering statue with acid.

Jayma moves forward and unleashes the power of a raging river into the giant battle engine. If you could see that well, you could see fine fissures spreading across its surface as the impact drives it back. The ground furrows in the wake of its feet.

Encounter! Round 1. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects:

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (+10 hp, +2 AC) (hidden)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-27 hp; 1d6 persistent acid)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC)

"Incoming! Protect Kukuha!" Maximilian shouts as he sees the status come to life. The rogue takes a few steps to get a clear shot and lets loose with an arrow from his bow.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28
damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Didn't realize my post was not submitted

Maximilian's arrow lands right in the center of the statue's chest, but the bow fails to penetrate its durable construction.

The glowing blue sigils on the statue flare as the statue suddenly moves with incredible speed. Jets of blue flame propel it faster as it runs into the archway and brings its arm upward. The blue sigils on its arm strobe just before it slams its fist down at Zelphari. However, inches above his head, the arm appears to catch on a birds nest in the joint (Natural 1). The statue wobbles its arm twice before giving up and turning its eyes towards Hobbs.

Twin blue rays of energy erupt from the battle engine's eyes and streak toward the goblin. Golden sigils flare in front of his eyes, holding back the powerful blast for a moment before they evaporate, leaving Hobbs to take the rest of the energy full in his face (Hobbs resists 2 of the Natural 20).

The acid dribbles down the statue at a snail's pace, but it does not seem to react very strongly with the statue's material.

Encounter! Round 1. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects:

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-27 hp; 1d6 persistent acid)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC)

Ouch, I'd like to heal Hobbs, but that's my last heal of the day. I get the feeling I might need it, considering how hard it hits. I'll get to you eventually, don't worry. I haven't Battle Medicine'd you yet, so you're safe.

Seeing the statue dripping with water, Arlo grins and starts focusing. He starts chanting in Druidic, and a small thundercloud forms above the statue's head. The smell of ozone fills the air, and finally, a mighty crash of thunder zaps down onto the statue.

Casting Tempest Surge, burning the single Focus Point I have. Reflex DC 20.

Tempest Surge damage, level 2: 2d12 ⇒ (2, 12) = 14 electricity damage.

He then hurries over towards Hobbs, hoping to heal him soon.

Azu wasn't sure what the party, or least he himself, could do to creature made of rock. He watches the power and accuracy of the construct as it nearly pulverizes Hobbs.

Azu commands Ako across the road to set up for a flank as he himself casts gravity weapon and designates the creature as his prey.

"Seems like this more of a job for the spell casters."

Guess this going to be crit-fest for the construct aka whak-a-mole.

"Ouch! It seems a tactical withdrawal is in order."

ray of frost: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14
damage: 3d4 + 4 ⇒ (4, 3, 1) + 4 = 12

Hobbs points and a blue-white beam of light flies from his fingertips to splash harmlessly on the statue.

Cursing in his native language the wizard falls back and ducks behind a bush.

◆◆ Cast Ray of Frost, ◆ Stride

It's not Hobbs' turn yet. I'll save that for later.

Arlo summons a thundercloud and strikes the statue with a lightning bolt while Azu prepares himself.

Encounter! Round 1. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects:

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-33 hp; 1d6 persistent acid)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC)

Forgot to mention, but if the statue fails, he's also Clumsy 2 for a round, so his AC is a bit lower now. It's in the description of Tempest Surge.

I take it that the bonus HP from the ritual are temp HPs, which doesn't stack with Zelphari's false life? Oh well...

Zelphari is momentarily taken aback by how quickly the large statue could move and realises that it was only dumb luck that he is not a smear on the ground. But he sees the rest of the party behind him, and decides he can't retreat.

Instead, he summons his magic enchanting his weapon, then takes a cautious step forward.

Cast Magic Weapon, Step

Zelphari contemplates the battlefield (delay).

The serpentine sea dragon, Aojimitsu, suddenly flies through the air over the fortress and unleashes a powerful gout of salt water into the giant statue. Long, thin cracks spiderweb across its surface.

"Carry on my new friends!" he shouts from above. "I have no doubt you will prevail through cooperation!" The dragon then flies away to a relatively nearby hill, panting from the exertion.

Encounter! Round 2. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath

Event
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-33 hp; clumsy 2 x 1 rnd; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ako

Azu nods approvingly as the dragon blasts the statue, "It is good to have friends in high places."

Azu calls to Maximilian, "Max, see you can draw it out?"

@Team, if we are within the creatures reach, it's not going to move, I suggest we back up and let it come out so we can flank it."

GM, our post crossed. Didn't affect much though. Zelphari cast magic weapon and stepped forward. Unfortunately, that went against Azu's plan. :) On his next turn, after striking, he'll withdraw.

Jayma watches with wonder as Aojimitsu comes out of nowhere and bombs the giant statue. She hops in place and claps with glee at the sight. "I've always found it advantageous to have friends in high places, but this takes it to the next level."

With the statue passing under the archway, Jayma decides that she's a little too close to it for comfort and makes a short tactical retreat.

Action 1 (◆): Stride (25 feet)

Once at a more acceptable distance, she looks over the situation and sees no reason to let up with her favorite water balloon attacks. Again her arms go flying through their intricate motions and again a ball of water rises from the ground before her. With another flick of the wrist and a "ball bashes big bad boy" the watery sphere smashes into the statue.

Actions 2 & 3 (◆◆): Cast a Spell: Hydraulic Push (heightened to 2nd Level) targeting Statue

Hydraulic Push (L2) Attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27
Hydraulic Push (L2) Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (5, 3, 6, 4, 5) = 23 bludgeoning damage

If it's a crit, target takes an extra 3d6 and is knocked back 10 feet instead of just 5.

Hydraulic Push (L2) Crit Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 2, 4) = 7 bludgeoning damage

Jayma unleashes another torrent of water against the statue, cracking more of its hard outer coating. It stumbles back against the side of the archway, for what it's worth.

Hobbs fires a blue-white beam of light toward the statue, but it glances off of its smooth surface.

Encounter! Round 2. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-48 hp; clumsy 2 x 1 rnd; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon)

Shortbow: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 6
Ffft An arrow flies from Maximilian's bow as he moves back out of the statue's range. "Ruby, fall back!"

Maximilian's arrow hits square on the statue, but the arrowhead shatters upon contact.

The statue's glowing markings pulses with increasing frequency over a long moment before a wave of blue energy erupts from it and washes across the courtyard. Stones, leaves, and other debris fly away from the statue. The energy slams into Zelphari, Azu, Arlo, Jayma and Twyl, though it seems to putter out at the end. You get the feeling that could have been worse.

Encounter! Round 2. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC) (see above spoiler)
> Twyl (see above spoiler)
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-48 hp; clumsy 2 x 1 rnd; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC) (see above spoiler)
Azu (+10 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon) (see above spoiler)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon) (see above spoiler)

Fort: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21

Azu seems to avoid most of the breath weapon. The ranger glides in attacks and then retreats

Twin Takedown (LS): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27 Damage wGW: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

Twin Takedown (LM): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25 Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Twin Takedown damage is combined for the purpose of Resistance

The golden glyphs reappear around Azu as the energy washes over him, protecting him wholly from injury. He moves in and strikes hard against the statue. He then follows with a second strike where the first had made a crack, taking advantage of the weak spot.

Encounter! Round 2. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+10 hp, +2 AC) (see above spoiler)
> Twyl (see above spoiler)
Hobbs (15/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-54 hp; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+10 hp, +2 AC) (see above spoiler)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (+10 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon) (see above spoiler)

Could Zelphari, Jayma, and Twyl please make their Fort saves? My actions depend on how badly they get injured.
Though it seems like a success means no damage at all?

Could Zelphari, Jayma, and Twyl please make their Fort saves? My actions depend on how badly they get injured.

Though it seems like a success means no damage at all?

Your wish is my command, Arlo dear :) You need a crit success to avoid all damage. A regular success still does half damage.

Jayma watches as the statue's markings pulse and it sends a wave of blue energy her way. "Uh oh. Brace yourself Twyl, this could get ugly."

Basic Fortitude Save vs DC 19: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8

Groan! That's definitely worth spending a Hero Point for a re-roll.

Basic Fortitude Save vs DC 19: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

Jayma was about to take the full brunt of the blue shockwave but at the last instant twists away and only takes a glancing blow. "Ouch! I think I broke a fingernail. You'll pay for that you big blue brute!"

Whew! She only takes 7 hp of damage.

Twyl was deep down in his mistress's backpack nestled within her spare set of fine clothing and anxiously listening to the sounds of battle outside. As usual, he was terribly worried about what might happen to her. He didn't know what he would do or even what would happen to him if she were to die. She was his whole life; he felt their psychic connection as a true lifeline; without it, what? He shuddered at the thought.

He tried to calm himself. She'd been in battles like this before and come out unscathed every time... well, almost every time. There wasn't anything to worry about really. This would all be over in a little while and things would get back to normal again.

Aaaand... that's when he felt the sharp jolt of her thought through their empathic connection. "Danger. Hide. Pain coming." It was the first time she'd ever warned him like that. He instinctively rolled himself into a tight ball to weather whatever was coming their way.

Basic Fortitude Save vs DC 19: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23

The blow against the backpack was harder than anything he'd felt before. He was tossed around inside her backpack like a rag doll and several of the harder objects bounced off him causing injuries. "<squeeeeeeal!>"

First time poor old Twyl has ever taken damage... 7 hp in this case.

Fortitude save: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20

Arlo grits his teeth and stands firm. The wave of force washes over him, but he remains standing.

Still waiting for Zelphari's result. If he makes it, I'll most likely go heal Hobbs. Don't think I have much that can put a dent in that stupid thing.

Bedtime for me, so as to not keep everyone waiting, Imma take my turn anyways.

Arlo runs over towards Hobbs and starts applying bandages to his wounds.

Medicine, DC 15: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (9) + 13 = 22
Healing for Hobbs: 2d8 ⇒ (4, 2) = 6

"Here you are Hobbs, hope that helps. You got hurt pretty bad, you sure you're okay?"

With his last action, he throws up a Shield spell, just in case.

Sorry for the delay.

Fort DC19: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23
Zelphari braces himself as the wave of energy rushes over, but when it passes, he finds himself not much worse for the wear.

He concentrates briefly and calls out a word of power, empowering himself with a brief sight into the future as he brings his weapon down upon the statue.

Cast True Strike, Strike (better of the two)
+1 guisarme, magic weapon: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14
+1 guisarme, magic weapon: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17 Sigh
slashing: 2d10 + 3 ⇒ (1, 4) + 3 = 8

With another quick shout, he summons a simmering shield in front of him.

Cast Shield. Will shield block, hardness 5

Didn't we want to lure the thing out of the wall so we could flank it?

I don't believe the companion creatures gain the ritual bonuses.

Arlo rushes over to Hobbs and rapidly applies bandages to the goblin. Zelphari empowers his strike, but even though his glaive strikes, the ancient enchantments prove too strong.

There is a raptor's scream from above and shadows pass through the setting sun's light a moment before a flurry of white and black wings and fur swoops into the statue's face and flies away. A moment after this, a second assault against the statue's face follows. The two griffons adult griffons you met on the mountaintop wing away from the courtyard and back toward the mountains, screeching what you might gather to be encouragement. The statue's blue eyes flicker erratically for a few moments.

Encounter! Round 3. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath, Griffon Divebomb

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+3 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl (13/20 hp)
Hobbs (21/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-54 hp; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+3 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (+3 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon; shield)

Hobbs gestures and sends a tiny ball of flame towards the statue. It misses but explodes behind it, engulfing it in flames.

fireball-fire damage reflex DC 21: 6d6 ⇒ (1, 1, 6, 4, 1, 3) = 16

He pulls a scroll from his belt and shouts to Zelphari. "Don't stray too far Zelphari. I intend to utilize this scroll to accelerate your temporal presence."

◆◆ Cast fireball, ◆ Interact-draw scroll

Wow. You rolled on damage as well as I did!

...but I didn't save as well.

Hobbs conjures a ball of flame. It may not have been as dramatic as he desired, but it proves effective. Unable to escape the explosion within the passageway, the battle engine takes the brunt of the heat. There is a loud CRACK! and the thin cracks left by the many blasts of water spread wider and then large portions of the outer shell begins to fall off in chunks, leaving softer clay exposed.

The acid from Hobbs' earlier arrow, still persisting, runs down the glossy outer coat and into these exposed areas in time.

Encounter! Round 3. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath, Griffon Divebomb

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+3 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl (13/20 hp)
Hobbs (21/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-70 hp; broken; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+3 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (+3 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon; shield)

Cursing as his arrows have no effect on the statue Maximilian draws his magical shortsword and goes in for a quick attack.
+1 Shortsword: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15
damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Draw, move, attack

Jayma watches as the statue starts falling to pieces. "Serves you right for hurting my Twyl you big brute. Now let's see how you like this!"

With her staff, Jayma taps her fist three times in quick succession. Thrusting it straight out toward the statue, she snaps her fingers open and shouts, "bolts blast blighter." Three darts of force leap from her hand and plunge into the creature's chest.

Actions 1, 2, 3 (◆◆◆): Cast a Spell: Magic Missile (3-actions) All 3 missiles targeting Statue

Magic Missile 1: 3d4 + 3 ⇒ (4, 4, 3) + 3 = 14 force damage

Maximilian manages to aim directly for one of the sturdiest remaining portions of the statue's outer shell, and his arrow shatters again. Jayma takes a more direct approach to destruction and applies force directly through magic. Several more chunks of statue crumble to the ground.

The statue steps forward. The blue light of its eyes flicker as it fires an erratic ray towards Jayma. The beams strike the ground next to Jayma, creates an explosion of dirt, and leaves a wide crater. The statue then slams its fist into Zelphari. The invisible shield of force momentarily appears as a cloudy disc before it shatters. The golden glyphs manifest again and scatter beneath the force, and the force lands powerfully against the sorcerer.

Encounter! Round 3. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath, Griffon Divebomb

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+3 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl (13/20 hp)
Hobbs (21/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-84 hp; broken; persistent 1d6 acid, 1 electric)
Arlo (+3 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (21/35 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon; shield expended)

Sorry forgot that we were trying to draw him out.

Zelphari staggers under the might of the massive blow despite the protection from his shield. He swings his guisarme desperately at the walking statue, before taking a few cautious steps back.

+1 guisarme, magic weapon: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28 slashing: 2d10 + 3 ⇒ (9, 1) + 3 = 13

Strike, Step, Step

Sorry have to do double step because I think he is still in melee range.

Azu sees the construct move forward, but realizes there still not enough room for more than one flanker. "A little farther..."

Azu once again, moves in, attacks, and retreats.

Twin Takedown (LS): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17 Damage wGW: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

Twin Takedown (LM): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (4) + 7 = 11 Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

The acid seeps into vulnerable cracks and then is completely neutralized. Electricity continues to dance across the statue.

Zelphari lands a powerful strike against a portion of the statue lacking reinforcement and creates a deep crack. Azu moves and strikes, but he lands his blows on the remaining armor.

Encounter! Round 3. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath, Griffon Divebomb

Event
Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+3 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl (13/20 hp)
Hobbs (21/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-100 hp; broken; persistent 1 electric)
Arlo (+3 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (21/35 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon; shield expended)

Arlo watches Zelphari take a big blow, but he also sees how big that thing is, and doesn't want to be anywhere near it. Instead, he takes a deep breath, scoops some imaginary snow off the ground, and packs it together and throws it at at the stupid statue.

Ray of Frost: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23
Cold damage: 2d4 + 4 ⇒ (1, 2) + 4 = 7

GM, two things: Tempest Surge deals 2 persistent damage, as it's heightened. Only noticed just now. Don't think 2 damage more or less will matter at this point.
Also, how far did that shockwave reach? I might want to get closer, but not necessarily within reach of another wave.

As a final action, Arlo casts his Shield spell again, just to be safe.

Arlo lands his magical snowball on the statue. Frost scatters across the statue's surface.

Suddenly, there is a rattle of wooden chimes across the battlefield. You realize that there are kodama sitting on the wall and nearby debris. You're not sure how you never saw them before. Vines erupt through the ground around the statue, whipping around and entangling its arms and legs.

Encounter! Round 4. Bold may act.

Environment:
The white rectangle is the passable archway.
The wall is 15 ft tall. There are small handholds. DC 20 to climb, standard climbing rules.

Effects: Aojimitsu's Breath, Griffon Divebomb, Kodama Tangle (2/2)

Maximilian (+10 hp, +2 AC)
> Ruby
Jayma (+3 hp, +2 AC)
> Twyl (13/20 hp)
Hobbs (21/41 hp; +2 AC)
> Erinaceinae
Statue (-108 hp; broken; persistent 2 electric)
Arlo (+3 hp, +2 AC)
Azu (+3 hp, +2 AC; gravity weapon)
> Ako
Zelphari (21/35 hp, +2 AC; magic weapon; shield expended)

This is the last of Jayma's Level 2 spells, so her damage production is about to go down. Hopefully this bad boy doesn't have long to go."

Jayma flinches and lets out an involuntary "Yip!" as the blue ray misses her by inches and showers her with dirt. She looks down at her newly sullied clothes and is infuriated by what she sees. "This is too much! Do you have any idea of what these clothes cost me? No? Well then, here's the bill." Her fury is such that what little water is left in the area leaps out of the ground at her mental command. With a spin of her staff it coalesces into an arrow shape as it speeds towards the statue. "custom clothes cost copious coins."

Actions 1 & 2 (◆◆): Cast a Spell: Hydraulic Push (heightened to 2nd Level) targeting Statue

Hydraulic Push (L2) Attack: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27
Hydraulic Push (L2) Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (5, 6, 5, 5, 6) = 27 bludgeoning damage

If it's a crit, target takes an extra 3d6 and is knocked back 10 feet instead of just 5.

Hydraulic Push (L2) Crit Damage: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 3, 1) = 8 bludgeoning damage

She then speaks the word, "protect," and the space around her shimmers for a moment.

Action 3 (◆): Cast a Spell: Shield - No improvement to her AC of 20, but she does get the benefit of its Hardness 10.

Jayma's final hydraulic torrent slams into the entangled statue with such force that it final cracks apart. Large chunks of magically baked clay crash to the ground. The kodama rattle their heads and vanish.

The energies swirling around Kukuha coalesces into an iridescent vortex, then bursts outward. Globes of luminescence linger in the air for a brief moment, then fade. The earth grows still, and the clearing is quiet, cast in the light of the setting sun.

Kukuha gets to her feet, casually dusting the dirt from her robes. “It is done. Now that the island’s ley lines have been restored, Kayajima’s magic will protect this site for years to come. I do believe the Society will find this location most appropriate for a new lodge. I’ll send word to Fola Barun to inform her of the outcome.

“I can’t thank you enough for your actions today. I will stay here for a while longer—it seems this island still holds countless secrets. I wish to study them before I depart. Safe travels to you, Pathfinders, whatever destination is next for you. I do hope our paths cross again, fates willing.”

Maximilian watches as Jayma's spell crushes the statue to bits. Seeing no further movement from the statue the rogue relaxes and gives a thumbs up at the gnome. "Great work Jayma!"

As the statue finally succumbs to Jayma's repeated water pounding, she jumps for joy and pumps her little fist into the air ("Yes!") and pointing menacingly at the remains, says, "And you better stay broken, or next time I won't be so nice."

Twyl pokes his bruised head out the backpack and seeing that everything is calm, limps onto Jayma's shoulders. She tut-tuts and then cooes at him. "Twyl dear, how are you feeling? Aw; a little knocked about I see. Let's see what we can do about that."

She reaches into her coat, pulls out a vial, and pops the lid off it. "Here you go." Twyl opens his mouth wide and Jayma pours the contents in.

Healing Potion (Minor): 1d8 ⇒ 8 hit points recovered

"Good as new." Then she looks down at her dirty clothes. "Now let's see what we can do about this mess." With a wave of the hand and a "deterge", the dirt disappears and her clothing, hair and makeup are pristine again..

Action: Cast a Spell: Prestidigitation (Tidy)

Closing her eyes momentarily, she takes a deep breath and lets it out slowly. "Aaaaaaaah! Much better."

Zelphari lowers his guisarme and sighs in relief. "Good job, everyone. That was impressive."

"Kukuha, if you don't mind, I would like to travel with you a bit. I must say I find this place quite fascinating, and I'm in no rush to return to Absalom."

Arlo nods in agreement with Zelphari. "Yes, I'd like to join you as well. We can show you where we planted the rainbow tree, and we can introduce you to the dragon over there." Arlo waves at Aojimitsu. "Thanks for helping out, by the way!"

He hobbles off to thank all the kodama and the griffons for their aid. After a while, he returns.

"Anyone in dire need of healing? Some people got banged up, but I don't think anyone is about to keel over, right?"

Seeing the stature crumble, Hobbs takes his scroll and places it back in in his belt. "Well that was easy enough, looks like I can save that scroll for later." He pulls out his pipe and after filling it with his alchemical solution, lets loose a torrent of bubbles.

"Well done everyone."