Longroads Coffeehouse 2.0

Game Master chadius

Professor Bun Bun conjures a spectral ruler that he uses to rap the naughty cardinal's knuckles.

spiritual armament vs black, bless: 1d20 + 12 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 12 + 1 = 26
damage, force: 2d8 ⇒ (2, 8) = 10

spiritual armament vs black, bless: 1d20 + 12 + 1 - 5 ⇒ (6) + 12 + 1 - 5 = 14
damage, force: 2d8 ⇒ (2, 7) = 9

[Ooc]◆◆ cast spiritual armament, ◆ sustain spell[/dice]

Looking around, Vardarel says “Sorry, I probably should have asked sooner. Does anyone know a reason we would want these folks alive? If so, how many?”

Stitch bonks Porthos with his dueling pistol and Meat runs him down.

Bun meanwhile smacks Cardinal Richelieu across the knuckles once. As he swings the second time, the Cardinal pulls his hand out of the way.

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 3
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-54; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
Bella Sidare - AC 24 51/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception; Concealed); Khiari AC 24
Red Athos (-54; 21 < AC <= 29; Fascinated; +2 AC)
Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
Black Cardinal Richelieu (-92; AC 24)
**Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
**Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 76/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 43/64 (AC 23; +1 damage) **1 action
Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

I don't believe I have any remaining actions: 3 on Stitch, 2 on Meaty. Also, Stitch repaired Meaty for 30 with one of those actions.

I don't believe I have any remaining actions: 3 on Stitch, 2 on Meaty. Also, Stitch repaired Meaty for 30 with one of those actions.

Meat's first attack finished off Porthos. Since there's nobody else nearby, I can't redirect your attack elsewhere. He could run him over again and add to the gore if you like ;)

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 3
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-54; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
Bella Sidare - AC 24 51/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception; Concealed); Khiari AC 24
Red Athos (-54; 21 < AC <= 29; Fascinated; +2 AC)
Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
Black Cardinal Richelieu (-92; AC 24)
**Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
**Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 76/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 64/64 (AC 23; +1 damage) **1 action
Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

Oh ok, I misunderstood when you said 'run him down'.

Meat Wagon squeals his wheels and heads into combat!

Zoom zoom baby!

◈ Intimidate E: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (20) + 14 = 34

"You don't like my fireballs? I do have other elements!" Clover then follows up on her threat and throws a Sudden Bolt at the Cardinal.

◈◈ Sudden Bolt Electricity Damage (Reflex DC 22): 4d12 ⇒ (12, 9, 6, 2) = 29

Looking around, Vardarel says “Sorry, I probably should have asked sooner. Does anyone know a reason we would want these folks alive? If so, how many?”

Stitch revvs Meat's engine and blades loudly, pantomiming something about not hearing him.

Clover unleashes a mighty BZZAP on the Cardinal, who isn't able to get out of the way. He gets burnt to a crisp as a result (he actually only had 2 hp left and needed a crit to escape harm)

Capt Rochfort stares at the Cardinal's corpse in utter horror... then goes back to applauding. He draws his sword and attacks Bella, Meat, Stitch: 1d3 ⇒ 3

Longsword vs Stitch AC 24: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (10) + 18 = 28 for Slashing/Piercing: 1d8 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 4
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-54; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
**Bella Sidare - AC 24 51/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception; Concealed); Khiari AC 24
Red Athos (-54; 21 < AC <= 29; Fascinated; +2 AC)
Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 57/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 64/64 (AC 23; +1 damage)
Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

"Sister! Hold the line!" Bella and Khiari nod in perfect unison.

"Besides, the Lady managed to flee right behind the captain."
Deception to Feint: 1d20 + 11 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 11 + 1 = 18

Bella tries to feint but it's not working. So she just slaps the Pink-clad captain.
Fist, Heroism: 1d20 + 15 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 15 + 1 = 32
Bludgeoning Damage: 2d4 + 3 + 3 ⇒ (1, 4) + 3 + 3 = 11

Khiari giggles and tries to kick the Red guy.
Hoof: 1d20 + 13 - 4 ⇒ (5) + 13 - 4 = 14
Nope. At she's blocking the way.

Bella tries distracting Capt Rochfort but he doesn't fall for it. Her slap rings his bells however and he looks a bit stunned. Khiari tries to kick Athos but slips and hits Meat Wagon instead. Although Khiari's hoof does no damage, it does make a dent and Khiari hopes Stitch doesn't notice...

Athos pokes Khiari twice and raises his sword to parry.

Rapier vs Khiari AC 24: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28 for Piercing: 1d6 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10
Rapier vs Khiari AC 24, MAP: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10 for Piercing: 1d6 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 4
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-65; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
Bella Sidare - AC 24 41/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception); Khiari AC 24
Red Athos (-54; 21 < AC <= 29; +1 AC)
**Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
**Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
**Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 57/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 64/64 (AC 23; +1 damage)
**Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

"Full mulch mode Meaty, make 'em nervous first!" Stitch hollers the ◆◆ command as he swings his unloaded pistol butt at the pink Captain's skull, poorly at that.

◆ Melee: Overdrive: Dueling Pistol (Reinforced Stock)(Finesse): 1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 13 + 1 = 18
Damage (B): 1d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 3 + 1 = 7

Do I make you nervous? Meat Wagon pulses his mower blades menacingly, he does keep a good beat though.

Intimidate vs Pink: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

◆ Melee Strike (Overdrive): Bumper Ram: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (3) + 12 = 15
Damage (B): 2d8 + 4 + 3 ⇒ (1, 5) + 4 + 3 = 13

◆ Melee Strike (Overdrive): Mower Blade (Agile)(Finesse): 1d20 + 12 - 4 ⇒ (8) + 12 - 4 = 16 Damage (S): 2d6 + 4 + 3 ⇒ (3, 6) + 4 + 3 = 16

The impressive display falls short.

Vardarel is evidently feeling a little guilty about making the captain clap that much. He tries to knock him out with a spell.
Daze, Nonlethal Mental damage: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 1) = 7 DC 22 basic will save, range 60’

Third action depends on if the captain goes down. If he is still up, maintain Rousing Applause. If he goes down, cast Vibrant Thorns.

Vardarel tries to put Capt Rochfort to sleep by hitting him with some mental energy. The tactic does not succeed and Capt Rochfort continues to applaud.

He sticks his tongue out at Meat Wagon, indicating that the display wasn't impressive.

Khiari breathes a sigh of relief as Stitch appears to not have noticed the dent left by her hoof...

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 4
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-68; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
Bella Sidare - AC 24 41/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception); Khiari AC 24
Red Athos (-54; 21 < AC <= 29; +1 AC)
Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
**Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 57/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 64/64 (AC 23; +1 damage)
**Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

Slightly annoyed at all the applause, Professor Bun Bun uses his spectral ruler to chastise the offender. He then turns his attention to the attacker behind the barrel and blasts him with mental energy.

spiritual armament vs pink, bless: 1d20 + 12 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 12 + 1 = 28
damage: 2d8 ⇒ (5, 2) = 7

phantom pain lvl 3 vs red will save DC22, mental, nonlethal: 6d4 ⇒ (3, 1, 2, 4, 2, 3) = 15

Sustain spiritual armament, cast phantom pain lvl 3

phantom pain

"You're next!" Clover calls out to Red Athos.
Intimidate E: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (12) + 14 = 26

◈◈ Sudden Bolt Electricity Damage (Reflex DC 22): 4d12 ⇒ (9, 10, 9, 8) = 36

Bun Bun smacks Rochfort with his phantasmal ruler. The captain looks really ragged but continues to fight (and applaud). The Professor then sends Athos a massive brain burn but the man appears to weather the storm.
Unfortunately, his strong will does not translate to quick reflexes and Clover's lightning sends him to join the Cardinal.

Athos had a grand total of 1 hp left. Miraculously, his Will save was a Nat 20

Rochfort snarls "Interfering Pathfinders!" before swinging at Bella, Meat, Stitch: 1d3 ⇒ 2

Longsword vs Meat AC 24: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (13) + 18 = 31 for Slashing/Piercing: 1d8 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
Longsword vs Meat AC 24, MAP: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28 for Slashing/Piercing: 1d8 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16

The frustrated captain smacks Meat twice... Right now the dent Khiari left has been eliminated by the rents in Meat's side...

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 5
Tactical Map

Active Conditions:
* Bless (+1 atk) - 25' around Vardarel
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Those with ** may go

Pink Capt Rochfort (-75; AC 24; Slowed 1; No reactions)
**Bella Sidare - AC 24 41/92 (Heroism - +1 atk/saves/skill checks/perception); Khiari AC 24
**Vardarel - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 49/60
**Clover Nettlesoup - AC 24 54/54
**Stitch Steeltoe - AC 23 57/76 (24 on Meat Wagon; +1 damage); Meat Wagon AC 22 21/64 (AC 23; +1 damage)
**Professor Bun Bun - AC 22 (23 w/shield) 60/60 (AC 23)

Vardarel sustains the Rousing Applause, saying “This battle is coming to a close soon. Don’t worry though, we will continue to interfere with things.”

Vardarel decides to give the enemy one more chance to fall to non-lethal damage.
Daze, Nonlethal Mental damage: 2d6 ⇒ (1, 3) = 4 DC 22 basic will save, range 60’
Wow, is that ever terrible damage!

Intimidate E: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23

"You saw what I did to the others. I'd surrender if I were you!" Clover tries to wing him non-lethally.

◈◈ Ray of Frost, Nonlethal Shot: 1d20 + 12 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 12 - 2 = 30
Cold Damage: 4d4 ⇒ (4, 3, 2, 3) = 12

Rochfort continues to applaud Vardarel... until, of course, Clover's snowball bounces off his noggin and sends him to dreamland (where he probably continues dreaming about Vardarel) ;)

COMBAT OVER

Lady Xansippe sweeps inside "You have my thanks. I am off to reflect on my wifely duties." She emphasizes the latter with air quotes before laughing uproariously.

Other priests rush out and provide some healing. One of them also hands each one of you a jeweled pentagram pendant and a statue of a grinning phistophilus carved from ebony worth 40 gp.

Two acolytes emerge from the temple, identifying themselves as Sildras and Kistre Stillbrook. "We thank you for keeping Xansippe safe. Are there any services or information we can provide? Some healing perhaps? We are experts in Asmodeus’s works in Absalom, the Chelaxian Embassy, and the Church of Asmodeus. We think that the Church in Absalom has always been a more accepting place for "worshippers like us" than mainland Cheliax. We suspect that the freedom and power enjoyed by Lady Xansippe is envied by Queen Abrogail."

Vardarel insists that he can take care of his own injuries. He does suggest that they can decide what to do with the Captain and any of the other attackers. He adds that the society would be interested in any information they might obtain from them.

When they offer information, Vardarel expresses interest in having a discussion of the political situation at their convenience, admitting to having a general interest in politics. One question he does ask immediately is about the embassy. “Do you think the Cheliaxian Embassy in Absalom will close should war break out between Andoran and Cheliax?”

As Captain Rochfort is revived and led off by the guards, he continues to proclaim "See?! Look! He's the great Vardarel..."

"We hope not. We've gotten used to the freedoms we've had here. Asmodeus revels in bringing order to the world and crushing any dissent. "

You suspect, however, that she's hiding something...

Vardarel tries to get them to open up a little more by talking about comparative religion. He remains respectful throughout the conversation.
Vardarel's Religion (E): 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (18) + 15 = 33 (Recognize Spell)

He listens with interest to the two priests as they talk about Lady Xansippe, Lord Gulv and his assistant Lady Val Haltrax. His eyebrows raise slightly at reading the note he is passed.

Go ahead and ready both spoilers, although he only shares the crit success once far enough away from here to not be seen,

"Well, that explains the drawing. He's been away for much too long." Bella speaks plainly, not bothering with her usual noble tact. "Who knows what deals he made in the meantime?"

Vardarel manages to lead them away afterward to show them the note. Bella and Khiari raise eyebrows as Vardarel shows them the signature. "The importance of this? Is this her infernal majesty?"

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Afterwards, looking at the note.

“I don’t recognize the name. Perhaps someone at the society will recognize it. Regardless, Thrune appointed her and she is using an alias. That makes her someone to be wary of.”

After leaving the Church of Asmodeus, you return uneventfully to Chun to report. She thanks you again and says that she must report the attack to the High Council. Captain Chun warns you that some will see you as interfering with Chelaxian affairs. She promises to also send a full report along to Ambrus Valsin and tells you to watch out for shrubs on the way back to the Grand Lodge, as they might be "am-bushes."

FIN

Thanks for playing all! :)

So shall we switch gears to 3-4 pre-Outpost now?

"Oh, Chileax will consider us meddlers no matter what we did." Bella laughs. "Keep your silver close and your cold iron closer." Bella fiddles with the flying dagger.

Khiari shrugs. "I do have a few noblemen who asked about a date... Can't leave my fans disappointed!"

Bella sighs. "More idiots I'll have to slap." She pauses. "Verbally, of course." She waves goodbye to her teammates.

Within an hour of arriving in Logas, Faehild has found a fishing spot on the banks of the Conerica River within view of the docks.

The weather is warm, so she is only wearing light clothing. Although she has her shield and weapons with her, it is her fishing pole she has in hand. She casts her line out and sits, watching her line and the river boats passing by.

"Come on, boy. Take a drink."

A small man rides atop a gray furred wolf. He dismounts as they reach the edge of a pond and take a sip.

"You're getting pretty big... you need to go on a diet."

The wolf whines before leaping into the pond to get a good bath. Splashing the fairy is a sheer coincidence.

"Ha. Ha. Very funny." He grumbles. "What is she feeding you, anyway?"

The orc looks at the wolf splashing in the water and withdraws her fishing line. Well, there went any fish in the area.

Smiling she looks from the wolf to the sprite. “Greetings! I’m Faehild, what’s your names?”

"Name's Nilaglade." The sprite wipes some of the water from his face and attempts to look more presentable."And this is Deroff. Say hello Deroff."

The wolf backs away from the orc, behind Nilaglade... and then shakes the water off. It leave Nilaglade's back soaking wet, but Faehild is far away enough to stay dry.

Then Deroff approaches and sits upright.

"Don't fall for it, he's acting nice to get your attention." Nilaglade tries to dry himself off. "Good day for fishing?"

Faehild shows Nilaglade the bucket, which only contains some water. “Not yet. No telling what the day may bring though. Sometimes patience is required. Trick is figuring out when that is.”

“You from around here? This is only my second time in Isger.”

"Nah, I'm not from here." Nilaglade shrugs as Deroff whines. "Don't worry, I'm a socialable type." He fibs. "Nice day for fishing, though."

Faehild nods her agreement. “Grew up in a fishing village. Always like to get a little fishing in anywhere I get sent.”

“So what brings you and Deroff here?”

"Oh! Um... Where was I? Oh, right. The Monastery of Unbreaking Waves. Ever been there before? Lots of sea devils attacked the temple. We did a lot of swimming."

"I stuck around to help repair the damage done. So many merfolk, undine and..." Nilaglade trails off like he's reading a catalog. "Anyway, made a lot of friends out there before I had to go."

"Maybe too many friends..."

"Uh... you want to travel together for a bit? We can check out the region for a few days."

“Unbreaking Wave? Can’t say that I’ve ever been there.”

Packing her fishing equipment and dumping the bucket of water, she says “Sure, could do with some exercise.”

“Got a job coming up soon with the Pathfinder Society, ever hear of them?”

"Oh yeah. They pay well. Plus I get to meet a lot of interesting people. Tall, short, long hair, no hair, scales, feathers-" Nilaglade stops himself. "Anyway, yeah. My niece begged me to join em. Said she would take Deroff and I'd never see him again if I didn't help out."

At this point Deroff goes to rest, realizing he's not getting any food.

"But what about you?"

“Oh, didn’t realize you were a member as well.” She looks him over a little more closely. Maybe their wayfinder is hidden?

“According to the letters I got there are some goblins to protect and some undead to destroy. Should be exciting!”
Slide three has two letters that it looks like we get before the briefing.

“Are you on the same mission?”

That's why I love this group so much -- you make it easier to tell the story (than me making it up from nothing!) :)

"Yeah. I got some undead that needs to be cleared." Nilaglade pulls the missive out of his backpack. "Chitterwood has seen better days."

"Knowing the Society, there are probably 2 more Society members looking around for teammates. Or maybe more. Let's stick together until we find 'em."

Deroff decides if he's not getting fed, maybe he can get someone to pet his fur coat. He moves up to Faehild and sits upright like a good boy.

Faehild looks at Deroff sitting there waiting, then over to Nilaglade.

“Evidently he wants something from me. Any ideas what, and would that be alright with you?”

"Well, you don't have food. He has plenty of freshwater to drink. He probably wants you to pet him."

Deroff whines and then moves up to Nilaglade before standing upright again.

"Or I'm trouble? But I haven't done anything yet. Um, ever."

Faehild chuckles at the antics.

She lowers herself to a knee beside the wolf and starts scratching around the neck and ears. She does her best to figure out what Deroff likes as she pets and scratches him.

“You certainly are a big wolf! I bet you are fierce when protecting Nilaglade! Are you their fierce protector? I bet you are!”

Deroff moves his head around until Faehild finds just the right spot- right behind the ears.

Nilaglade sighs. "Hmpf. Lucky dog."

Faehild gives Deroff scratches for a short bit, then gets back up.

“Should we start looking around? I assume there are more members to our team, maybe we can find them.”

What am I doing in this place? She asks herself, sitting comfortably in the shade of some tree.. with what are those called.. leaves? She swats away the 100th biting fly in the last few minutes and tugs on the collar of her very warm armor.

The air here is so heavy, I miss the dryness of the south.. the rippling of the sands after a windstorm, the taste of a fresh date..SMACK "I hate these flies." She mutters, climbing quickly to her feet as she hears a pair of voices coming along the river. Let's hope they're friendly.

"Ma'am." Nilaglade tries to tip his hat before realizing he doesn't have one. "What's a lovely Osirian woman like you doing out here?"

Deroff nudges Nilaglade aside and walks up to the woman, expecting attention.

"Being miserable after I must have taken the wrong fork in the road." She hauls herself up and brushes off some forest floor and a few adventurous ants.

"That's a big dog." She takes an unconscious step backwards nervously. "You heading to town maybe? My name is Kyra, I'm supposed to meet some people for some sort of important work." She keeps things pretty vague, unsure just how Pathfinder friendly the locals here are.

Smiling the orc woman says “You helping with the goblins and such?”

Holding out a hand in friendship, she says “Name is Faehild.”