Syllyn continues his performance, tapping his shield with various parts of his sword in various places an forming a magically infused rhythm as he moves forward.[/ooc]
Same action. With 20' speed and moving through difficult terrain, he does not get far enough to contribute.
Folks, remember to roll for the spirit attacks if you accept the song and get close to one of them.
Spirit Wisps +6/1d4+3;20x2;neg energy
Raging Song:
Raging Song (Su): When the skald begins a raging song and then on each ally's turn, if the ally can hear the raging song, that ally must decide whether to accept or refuse its effects. This is not an action. Unconscious allies automatically accept the song. If accepted, the raging song's effects on that ally last for that ally's turn or until the song ends, whichever comes first.
Inspired Rage Effects:
Inspired Rage (Su) Affected allies gain a +2 morale bonus to Strength and Constitution and a +2 morale bonus on Will saving throws (+1, +1 per 4 levels), but also take a –1 penalty to AC. While under the effects of inspired rage, allies other than the skald cannot use any Charisma-, Dexterity-, or Intelligence-based skills (except Acrobatics, Fly, Intimidate, and Ride) or any ability that requires patience or concentration.
Spirit Totem, Lesser (Su):
If you accept the rage you are surrounded by spirit wisps that harass your foes. These spirits make one slam attack each round against a living foe that is adjacent to you. The attack is +6/1d4+3 and does negative energy damage.
The spirits' attack is effective, and the chain-shrouded foe turns to face Waki.
"Şumo fikr mekuned, ki mo gadoī mekunem?! Şumo az aql zaif va çism zaifed. Ustod sarnavişti turo parvo namekunad. Peşnihod kuned, jo ʙimired."
Infernal:
"You think we beg?! You are weak of mind and weak of body. The Master cares not for your fate. Submit, or die."
The chained man in the centre of the room calls back to Malaz and steps back, hidden once more amongst the barbed links that fall from the ceiling.
Round 2
Black
Malaz, -17hp
Red, baned
Grunjar
Yellow, -6hp
????
Syllyn
Waki
Makras
John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
"Nothing worth repeating Grun. Just the usual tropes. Pain and Suffering. Misery and Death." With little more than disgust, Malaz swings his axe in a backhanded stroke.
Allied Cloak:
In addition, once each round during your turn, you can take a free action to direct your cloak to use the aid another action to assist your skill check, attack roll, or AC.
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song
Malaz's mighty axe cleaves through chains and flesh, and his target drops to the ground oozing black blood.
Round 2
Black
Malaz, -17hp
Grunjar
Yellow, -6hp
????
Syllyn
Waki
Makras
John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
Peril quickens his limbs and although the chains slide off Malaz the impact if the blows is significant. With a glance over his shoulder towards Waki, the assailant shifts position.
Across the bridge, another figure comes into Malaz's view. A human male, richly garbed. He points at Malaz and a thin, grey-green ray flashes forwards...
STR penalty:1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7DC14 Fort save to halve the penalty.
"Come!" says the human. "Fight, or die! You cannot defeat the Master of the Cairn! A-ha-ha-ha!"
Round 2
Black
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled
Grunjar
Yellow, -6hp
The Master
Syllyn Waki Makras John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
Waki, seeing the foe step out of flank between him, decides to take the fight to the human caster instead (double-move again, spending 1 ki to add 20' to movement (60' total) - but with difficult terrain etc).
He attempts to tumble past the threatened square to get past yellow if he sees him looking directly at him...
John moves up and points at the only enemy he can see, "Did you hear that Brother Makras? He said they were talking about 'Pain, Suffering, Misery, and Death.' Perhaps after we kill them we can baptize their bodies into our religion?"
His talk might confuse the one he points at. Or it might throw them into an orgasmic coma. Either way, it works.
Warp Touch, Yellow is Dazed for One Round, Fort DC 17 to Negate.
Warp Touch:
Starting at 1st level, you create brief, disorienting changes in a creature's physical form. This ability affects one creature within 30 feet, which is dazed for 1 round (Fortitude negates; DC 10 + 1/2 your sorcerer level + your Charisma modifier). You can use this ability a number of times per day equal to 3 + your Charisma modifier.
yllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
Waki tumbles past the chained fighter, fighting through the chains with ki-enhanced speed. As he crosses the bridge, the Master's chained companion comes into view. The chains' resistance becomes active, as they attack the tengu en masse!
But the canny swordsman evades the slashing, tangling chains with grace.
"Ustod, duşmani noajon ʙa şumo nazdik meşavad!" the chained companion says as he looks straight at the invisible Waki. The human male nods in response.
Infernal:
"Master, an invisible foe approaches you!"
Makras advances steadily, but still can't see the enemies beyond the bridge.
Syllyn makes a sonic attack against the nearest chain-wielder.
Fort DC15:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19
Though a trickle of black blood oozes from the enemy's ear, he shakes his head and goes on fighting. Have you got some effect that raises your caster level for Ear Piercing Scream Syllyn? Damage is 1d6 per 2 caster levels, rounded down.
John Carlos follows up with his own eldritch assault.
Fort DC17:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
...and although his target shudders with evident pleasure, the 'attack' occupies the enemy's full attention for a short while as its flesh twists and compresses.
The Master's dark companion steps forwards, chains whirling...
"Cunin ʙa nazar merasad, ki şumo ūro dored, a'lo" says the Master, coolly.
Infernal:
"It seems you have him, excellent."
Round 3
Black, grappled
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled (-3 STR)
Grunjar
Yellow, -9hp, dazed.
The Master
Syllyn
Waki, -16hp, grappled
Makras
John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
"Careful Waki, the chained form can see you." Malaz is about to swing at the last of the fodder, but sees its eyes roll back. With a wicked smile, the giant gold form nods his thanks to John before stepping onto the bridge. Extending his arms, he swings at 'The Master'.
#08-00 The Cosmic Captive Male CG Dwarf Cleric 9 | HP 66/66 | AC 25 T 11 FF 25 | CMB +7, CMD 18 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +16 (+2 vs. Poison/Spells/SLAs, +2 vs. charm/comp.) | Init +6 | Heal +12, Perc +18 darkv. 60' (Stonecunning: +2 extra), SM: +12 | Speed 30ft | Lucky Number: 9
Grunjar moves up and casts Burst of Radiance. (Reflex DC 18)
@supervillan: As the radius of the spell is halved to 5 feet, Grunjar aims at the grid intersection a point that is exactly 30 feet away (right before the total concealment starts).
Malaz ignored the chain humanoid and attacked someone/something in that direction, so it's reasonable to think they are a bigger threat.
Also, his gut feelings (*cough* Wisdom 23 *cough*) tell him to do so.
This spell fills the area with a brilliant flash of shimmering light. Creatures in the area are blinded for 1d4 rounds, or dazzled for 1d4 rounds if they succeed at a Reflex save . Evil creatures in the area of the burst take 1d4 points of damage per caster level (max 5d4), whether they succeed at the Reflex save or not.
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
Malaz now recognises the chained men as Chain Slaves. They are Outsiders native to the Plane of Shadow. Although they resemble Kytons in form and nature, they are a separate and distinct race. They are no less evil.
Chain Slaves posses Tremorsense - an acute sensitivity to vibrations in the ground, or through the chains that surround them. Like other Outsider races they also have Darkvision.
Like many kytons, Chain Slaves have an uncanny control over chains. They use chains as both weapons and armour, grappling and entangling foes and rendering them helpless. Free action to also Entangle if they Pin you. They cannot be disarmed of their chains for more than a moment, and they climb on chains as easily as they walk on the ground.
The golden giant strides across the bridge. The chains animate and attack - although they cannot stop his progress.
Malaz reflex:1d20 + 5 - 1 ⇒ (13) + 5 - 1 = 17
Malaz avoids the chains' barbs, and strikes out at the Master. Although the Master's form is indistinct, it makes no odds to the aphorite and his enormous axe. The blow Malaz deals is punishing, but the Master survives it.
Then there is a glimmer of light in the dark...
Master, Will:1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18
Screaming, the Master clutches at his burning eyes and falls to the ground.
Round 3
Black, grappled
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled (-3 STR)
Grunjar
Yellow, -9hp, dazed.
The Master, -45hp, dying, dazzled
Syllyn Waki, -16hp, grappled
Makras John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
John moves up behind the giant, hums along with the little tune provided by his ally, and stabs the dazed one.
"Thank you Malaz for recognizing the largest threat. We will take care of the one back here. I honestly didn't want to tell you to ignore this dude, because frankly you are really big and scary."
Syllyn finally catches up with the fight and has more to tap on than his shield. But other than make a lot of noise batting around chains, his big debut is all sound and no fury.
- Scimitar to hit, heroism, bless, flank:1d20 + 8 + 2 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 2 + 1 + 2 = 15
- Scimitar damage, adamantine:1d6 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
The wisps on the other hand fare a little better.
- Spirit Wisp to hit:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24
- Spirit Wisp damage:1d4 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
#08-00 The Cosmic Captive Male CG Dwarf Cleric 9 | HP 66/66 | AC 25 T 11 FF 25 | CMB +7, CMD 18 | F: +10, R: +5, W: +16 (+2 vs. Poison/Spells/SLAs, +2 vs. charm/comp.) | Init +6 | Heal +12, Perc +18 darkv. 60' (Stonecunning: +2 extra), SM: +12 | Speed 30ft | Lucky Number: 9
I was thinking about giving Syllyn a bit of luck for a better chance against yellow, but then I decided otherwise.
And luckily, it seems it was the better decision. Praise Desna! ;-)
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
John gets into position to stab at yellow-chains. As he does so, the chains over the bridge animate and attack him.
John reflex:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
The sorcerer just manages to evade the slashing barbs, but it's enough to send his aim off and his spear fails to connect.
Malaz turns his powers on yellow-chains...
will:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7
...and as the chain-wielder recovers from his stupor, he glances back towards the bridge with a glint in his dark eye.
Waki heroically bursts free of black-chains. Syllyn's angry wisps shroud the tengu, but don't land a blow. You are now visible - a CMB roll is an attack.
Syllyn's own wisps do manage to strike yellow-chains, but the nagagi's blade just draws sparks from the dangling chains.
Heroism and Bless are both Morale bonuses.
Undaunted by the Master's fall, black-chains renews his attack upon Waki.
Black, grappled
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled (-3 STR)
Grunjar
Yellow, -14hp, murderous command
The Master, -45hp, dying, dazzled
Syllyn
Waki, -32hp, grappled
Makras
John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
You could 5' step up or down on the map Waki but not left. If you do 5' step down/south, black-chains will follow you on his turn and full attack again.
Malaz watches 'The Master' fall in a heap with small satisfaction. He is not really surprised that the minions keep on fighting. "Got some spit and vinegar in ya. I can appreciate your loyalty. However, it will not be enough to save you. Your flame will be extinguished in this cairn. An eternity of darkness and silence. I think Makras may be a little jealous."
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil, bit of luck
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
Grunjar implores Lady Luck to improve Syllyn's fortunes.
Malaz pronounces doom upon black-chains. His axe strikes true, and deals a terrible wound, but the chain-wielder does not fall.
Yellow-chains ignores the pathfinders and climbs the dangling, barbed chains, passing along them as easily as he would walk upon the floor.
Provokes AoOs from Syllyn, Malaz and Waki!
If Yellow isn't killed by AoOs:
yellow vs black:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10 The murderous blow does not succeed.
gm screen:
Master:1d20 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (13) + 1 - 4 = 10
Round 5
Black, -32hp, grappled
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled (-3 STR)
Grunjar
Yellow, -14hp
The Master, -45hp, stable, unconscious, prone, dazzled
Syllyn Waki, -32hp, grappled
Makras John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
Male CN Dwarf Oracle 7 | HP 51/59 | AC 21 (T13 FF19) (uncanny dodge, +4 vs giants) | CMB +7, CMD 17 (21 vs BR & Trip)| F: +7, R: +6, W: +8 (Add+2 vs poison/madness/confusion & +4 vs spells) | Init: +4 | Perc: +5, SM: +7 | Speed 20ft | Special Abilities: Shirt Reroll 1/1; Omen 1/1; Blood Scarab 1/1; Horacalcum Boon 1/1 | Spells: Level 1 [6/7], Level 2 [5/7], Level [4/4] | Active conditions: 1 Dex damage,"12", Weapon of Awe
"Nah, Malaz--I'm a'thinking the apocalypse ain't coming with chains, but blood!" The dwarf pushes his hand into the gore-encrusted but still sharp head of his mining pick. Blood begins to drip down his arm as he holds up his palm with satisfaction.
Casting bloodbath. Both foes get a DC 14 Fort save to avoid taking the same bleed damage as Makras for the next five rounds.
Syllyn struggles forward, unable to get past the roadblock that is Malaz. Unable to move any closer he lets loose with a silent scream on black while continuing his performance.
John calms down a bit, "Ack, that song. Really gets you going. I almost forgot I can cast spells and do like, other stuff. Alright then, how about we finish this off?"
He twiddles his fingers and brings great pleasure to the last* enemy.
Warp Touch, Black is Dazed for One Round, Fort DC 17 to Negate.
Warp Touch:
Starting at 1st level, you create brief, disorienting changes in a creature's physical form. This ability affects one creature within 30 feet, which is dazed for 1 round (Fortitude negates; DC 10 + 1/2 your sorcerer level + your Charisma modifier). You can use this ability a number of times per day equal to 3 + your Charisma modifier.
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil, bit of luck
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
I did err with the AoOs - John gets one, the grappled Waki does not.
As yellow-chains goes by, he's struck by John's spear - though it barely scratches him - Syllyn also lands a blow, but the chain-wielder resists. DR. Malaz's axe is blocked by the ubiquitous chains. You seem to have missed most of your attack bonus from your roll Malaz but I've taken your net modifier as +11.
Yellow-chains swings for his comrade, but even the element of surprise isn't enough. The pair of chained warriors glower at each other.
Syllyn screams - though only black-chains hears...
black fort:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23
Black blood oozes from his wounds, but black-chains still stands.
John works his eldritch trickery...
black Fort:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
Black-chains shudders in pleasure.
Waki slashes and pecks, but his blows have little impact. You cannot use both hands whilst grappled - but you can use one sword and your bite attack. DR stops almost all of the damage though.
Finally, black-chains falls as his blood continues to flow.
Round 6
Malaz, -29hp, enfeebled (-3 STR)
Grunjar
Yellow, -21hp
The Master, -45hp, stable, unconscious, prone, dazzled
Syllyn
Waki, -32hp
Makras, -4hp, bleed
John Carlos
The bold may act!
Environment: the chains here impede your movement - traveling towards the left of the map counts as difficult terrain (except for Malaz). Anything more than 10 feet away has Concealment. Anything more than 30 feet away has Total Concealment.
Malaz feels a warm sense of fortune and hope radiate from his back. It flows throughout his body. He steps across the bridge, hitches back his ax, and swings with Densna-enhanced prowess. "Looks like yer the last one standing. Gotta admit, I wasn't betting on you. Anyway, here's your prize!"
You'll definitely draw an AoO. Also the chains on the bridge will slash at you. I've assumed your attack is against Yellow since that's the only active enemy.
party buffs:
Syllyn; heroism, barkskin, protection from evil, bit of luck
Grunjar; guidance
John; shield (5m), monkey fish (5r)
Waki; heroism, invisible
Makras;
Malaz; shield, lead blades, allied cloak, fly, freedom of movement, see invisible, guidance, enlarge, prot. evil, bane: devil
All: moment of greatness, bless, raging song, beacon of luck
Malaz dodges the slashing chains and the attempt of the last chain-warrior to clatter him. Once in position he brings his massive axe down, and 'rewards' the grim foe with a bloody death.
The pronouncement of the shadows thus reversed, all is still.
John frowns as the temple rumbles, ”That usually isn’t a good sign immediately after taking out an enemy. This whole thing might come down. Grab a body and get the hell out. The bodies can be our evidence of the cult, which I assume is what is going on here. It has been so long since we came in.”
