Avenger strikes out, channeling this unnatural fear into a solid blow.
Avenger is able to blast Nulkineth. Nulkineth reacts to the damage, and takes a bit less than expected.
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
➤ Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tabil AC 23 │
➤ Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
Nulkineth │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Merlin Reacts by Shield Blocking!
Merlin Raises his Shield and....
The Fighter seems to be in a frenzy...still!
Merlin raises his shield, and in a blur of strikes manages to do a small amount (but, non-zero) of damage to Nulkineth.
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
➤ Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tabil AC 23 │
Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
Nulkineth │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Krakas, still empowered by his mythic rod, he launches another volley of three more force missiles at the creature.
His fingers smoking slightly as he he fires off this barrage.
Krakas, glowing, damages Nulkineth.
Nulkineth looks... confused. Almost as if he doesn't understand why he is failing.
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tabil AC 23 │
Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
Nulkineth │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Perla manages to avoid the 10 void, but Shadow does not.
With that, Perla will target the creature, then let go three shots, two at once followed by a third.
Two of Perla's arrows hit Nulkineth, who, with an exasperated "!@#$%" falls to the ground, lifeless.
On Nulkineth you find a +1 Striking Battle Aspergillum
You also find:
An Unshining Religious Symbol (rather than a Shining symbol, an unshining symbol, if revealed makes bright light normal, normal light becomes low-light, low light becomes dark, and dark becomes greater dark within 20 feet)
It is a symbol of Kabriri
And, you find a chunk of silver and three Unholy Waters.
Near the pallet you find a strongbox that contains:
382 gp, 71 sp, 28 cp, gems worth a total of 80 gp, a gold holy symbol of Sarenrae worth 20 gp, a Knave's Standard, a +1 chain shirt, and a +1 returning striking dagger.
Tavos remains in place behind Merlin and Shadow as the demon collapses, the emerald glow of his gem pulsing in a slow, steady rhythm. He keeps the spirits gathered, letting another wave of healing wash outward from him. Grass and brief blossoms ripple across the cracked stone before fading again.
mend and rise… mend and rise… breathe again… the ground remembers…
He releases the stance only once his companions' wounds have closed enough for stability. The gem dims but stays green as he steps away from the fighter, surveying the room with quiet attention.
His gaze settles on the strange unshining symbol and the strongbox contents. Tavos lowers himself beside the strange unshining symbol, studying the shape a moment longer. The emerald light of his gem sharpens, catching faint edges in the metal. He doesn’t touch the symbol, but his posture shifts with a kind of restrained tension.
"This is not a symbol that I have seen before- though the spirits around it are unsettled"
Once things have settled down, Tabil walks into the room to inspect whatever he can and find out what actually happened here. Once Tavos is done with it, he reaches for the thing. He inspects the light-swallowing properties. Although he is unable to determine the iconography, the light-altering properties obviously intrigue the man."Curious. I have never seen something act like this." He covers and uncovers it a few times. "It could be useful for moving around undetected. Though I must say I am not sure what the symbol represents."
He looks at the other items in the room once his curiosity is satisfied. "Should we carry on? I can look at these later for any interesting properties, but I feel like we should explore the rest of this complex to make sure nothing wants to slice our throats."
Merlin kicks the carcass of the demon, as he enjoys the landscape healing.
Much appreciated, Tavos.
The Fighter then begins Repairing his damaged Shield while he waits....
The Fighter then stands by the SW door, ready to proceed....
Krakas watches Merlin struggle with repairing his shield, before Krakas jumps into lend his help, "Ooo ah, yeah, ya see, what you're doing there, oo yikes, okay, let me just help you a bit,"
Merlin actually got in the way, but, Krakas was able to do
The door to the west leads to an unexplored room.
It leads into the kitchen.
The ripe stench of decay chokes the air of this room, emanating from the bodies of two deceased soldiers hanging from the rafters. Various cabinets and tables stand around a fireplace in the south wall, and doors lead east, west, and north.
The door in the west of the kitchen leads to a dining hall.
Three stone tables stand in this room, and their wooden benches lie broken and half-rotten around them. Leather straps with restraints stretch across their surface, buckled tightly in place.
Nearby, a knotted rope descends through a tiny hole in the ceiling.
Is there anything you want to do before you leave the Lost Chapel?
Avenger will check out the rope. Does it seem fixed sturdily enough to climb? Would he be able to squeeze through the hole?
The rope does not appear to be meant for climbing. Additionally, it goes through a small hole in the ceiling of the room. Perhaps a small mouse could get through the hole.
"Probably the belfry." Tabil thinks out loud when he sees the rope and Avenger inspecting it. "If you want to ring it, I would suggest not standing there. Who knows whether it's structurally sound."
If anyone wants to inspect the rooms, Tabil will sit down and look at some of the interesting items the group found here.
Knave's Standard
+1 chain shirt
+1 returning striking dagger
Unshining Religious Symbol of Kabriri
Merlin stares in wonder at the Expert craftsmanship displayed by Krakas.
Much appreciated. May we make this a traditional methods of spending time together after battles from now on?
" Is the belfry not the place used to ring the bells? Should we not let evil know that Desna guides us to remove them from the lands?" Perla questions as they move around the rooms.
Finishing up with Merlin's shield, "Ah well you're too kind, on the farm we had to fix all sorts of our own equipment, now I feel like I've uncovered even the secrets to fixing and crafting magical items,"
Nodding to Perla, "It is not a bad idea, though we should be prepared first for a fight that I'm sure such a ringing announcement would make,"
"Probably the belfry." Tabil thinks out loud when he sees the rope and Avenger inspecting it. "If you want to ring it, I would suggest not standing there. Who knows whether it's structurally sound."
If anyone wants to inspect the rooms, Tabil will sit down and look at some of the interesting items the group found here.
[dice=Crafting, Identify Magic 1 minute]1d20 + 15 Knave's Standard
[dice=Crafting, Identify Magic 1 minute]1d20 + 15 +1 chain shirt
[dice=Crafting, Identify Magic 1 minute]1d20 + 15 +1 returning striking dagger
[dice=Crafting, Identify Magic 1 minute]1d20 + 15 Unshining Religious Symbol of Kabriri
Tavos steps closer to where Tabil has set the recovered items, his attention settling on the folded banner. He studies the stitching and sigils for a moment longer than seems necessary, then nods once.
“This is a Knave’s Standard,” he says. “A banner meant to reward guile over valor. It strengthens those who strike from advantage over the weakened.”
He straightens, leaving the flag where it lies.
“Useful, but it may tell us something about the people who gathered here. They seem to have favored cleverness over open war.”
When the talk turns to the rope and the bell above, Tavos hesitates. The emerald glow at his brow fades, replaced by a deeper, molten amber as he shifts his spirits inward, trading gentler voices for heavier ones.
stone remembers… fire answers… stand ready… stand ready…
“If the bell is to be rung, I am willing do it,” he says, without enthusiasm. “But we should not do it unguarded. The spirits will be prepared for what answers.”
He turns slightly toward the others, stance more solid now, the weight of earth and heat settling around him as they decide their final steps before leaving.
Tavos rings the bell.
.
.
.
You wait a minute or so, but nothing seems to happen.
The Lost Chapel seems empty now.
Is there anything you want to do before you begin leaving?
"The undead were performing some sort of ritual. Perhaps we should consecrate the place?" Tabil looks at Jarlgrum. "I mean, if you want to. I am not a temple man."
As you exit the chapel, a bat-winged creature swoops in and lands. He starts talking to himself...
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
➤ Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
Tabil AC 23 │
Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Looking aghast at the winged creature, "The bell did work! Now what manner of Demon, Daemon or Devil are you creature?"
Krakas clearly knows what the creature said (it was speaking Chthonian {in an odd dialect, previously known as Abyssal}), but, has no idea what it might be.
Unsure what manner of creature it is, "It's probably a Demon, its speaking Demonic, besides that I don't know, I think it may be that creature we killed's boss!"
Krakas then runs back inside the church to view the fight from the window, trying to get a better angle and avoid the bottle neck.
Perla moves forward, targeting the creature as her prey, and has Shadow move to get closer with her, to avoid being in the back and the creature having any cover to her.
" It speaks of evil acts yes? Then we remove it from this plane. Even I seek redemption for my evils."
She will shoot her bow twice, but that is all for now with Hunted Shot
Tavos moves forward, then steps aside to line up his approach. The gem on his mask deepens to molten amber as he draws the spirits in close and settles into Channeler’s stance, his posture tightening as the power locks into place.
He extends his hand and sets the spell. Stone at the chosen point fractures and heats, molten earth pushing up in a slow, churning surge as Earth’s Bile takes hold.
stone holds… fire answers… stand firm… stand firm…
Tavos plants his feet and holds position, ready for what comes next.
* Stride
* Channler's Stance
* Earth's Bile
HP: 74/74
Focus: 2/3
Hero Points: 1
Mythic Point: 1
Active Apparitions: Custodian of Groves, *Steward of Stone*
Spell DC 22 (standard) + Charges (apparition DC)
Mask Charges: 1/1
Animist Spells
Cantrip: Divine Lance (+12 vs AC), Shield
1st: Bless , Command
2nd: Blood Vendetta, Faerie Fire
3rd: Circle of Protection, Fear (heightened)
Apparition Spells:
1st: (1/1), 2nd: (1/1) 3rd: (1/1)
Staff of Control:
3/3 charges
Apparitions (all signature spells)
Cantrip: Ignition, Tangle Vine
1st: Heal, Harm, Interposing earth, Protector Tree
2nd : Exploding Earth, Gentle Breeze
3rd : Fireball, Safe Passage
Focus Spells:
Steward of Stone: Earth’s Bile
Garden: Garden of Healing
Krakas retreats to a better position.
Perla, with Shadow in tow, moves into position, and hits the demon with a single arrow.
Tavos brings molten stone from the earth.
But, the demon is able to avoid any damage from it completely.
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
Krakas AC21 │
Tavos AC 22 │
Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
Tabil AC 23 │
Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Jarlgrum mounts his horse, draws Radiance, and expands his aura.
The demon moves, and casts Grim Tendrils, striking Shadow, Perla, Avenger of the Green, Tabil, Jarlgrum, and Jarlgrum's horse.
Each must make a Fort save DC 28 void damage (and 4 persistent bleed on a failure)
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
➤ Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
➤ Tabil AC 23 │
➤ Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
➤ Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Krakas looks at the window, and tries to punch a hole through it so he can target the demon with spells.
Then he climbs through and launches a tiny force dart at the creature.
Tabil goes into his mind palace to recall information on the creature, but is interrupted by a burst of pure darkness. He grunts in pain and considers his next move. In a burst of preternatural speed, he dashes across the courtyard to scatter the formation.
Krakas looks at what the demon cast, and recognizes the mystical energies involved
Krakas then sends a barrage of force at the demon.
The demon glances at Krakas.
The void pulls at Tabil. Tabil then teleports beyond the demon.
The demon glances at Tabil.
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
Tabil AC 23 │
➤ Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
➤ Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
He will then step and release a hail of splinters. One good bleed deserves another. It should just miss shadow and peter out before reaching Tabil.
The demon seems not to have been expecting the hail of splinters from Avenger of the Green.
The demon glances at Avenger of the Green. Avenger of the Green must make a Fort Save DC 25 or become Drained 1
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
Krakas AC21 │
➤ Tavos AC 22 │
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
Tabil AC 23 │
➤ Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Merlin (feeling like he took quite the vacation) attempts to Inspire the troops!
Not really feeling it, the disappointed, not inspired Marshal shrugs.
Can't be that bad...
Merlin then does a Sudden Charge at the demon!
He sighs.
Tavos shifts his grip, drawing the staff forward as the gem on his mask keeps its molten amber glow. He channels power through the wood and releases it in a focused pulse, directing the spell toward the demon as Stupefy takes hold.
thoughts slow… edges dull… fire waits… fire waits…
Without breaking his stance, Tavos turns his attention back to the ground. He sustains the spell, and the cracked earth pulses again with heat as Earth’s Bile continues to churn where he set it.
** Stupify (from staff of control)
* Sustain Earth's Bile
HP: 74/74
Focus: 2/3
Hero Points: 1
Mythic Point: 1
Active Apparitions: Custodian of Groves, *Steward of Stone*
Spell DC 22 (standard) + Charges (apparition DC)
Mask Charges: 1/1
Animist Spells
Cantrip: Divine Lance (+12 vs AC), Shield
1st: Bless , Command
2nd: Blood Vendetta, Faerie Fire
3rd: Circle of Protection, Fear (heightened)
Apparition Spells:
1st: (1/1), 2nd: (1/1) 3rd: (1/1)
Staff of Control:
1/3 charges
Apparitions (all signature spells)
Cantrip: Ignition, Tangle Vine
1st: Heal, Harm, Interposing earth, Protector Tree
2nd : Exploding Earth, Gentle Breeze
3rd : Fireball, Safe Passage
Focus Spells:
Steward of Stone: Earth’s Bile
Garden: Garden of Healing
Merlin is unable to inspire his compatriots.
He moves in and whiffs his attack.
The demon glances at Merlin. Merlin must make a Fort Save DC 25 or become Drained 1
Tavos intends to control the demon. The demon appears taken aback by the spell.
Tavos sustains the prior spell. . This time some of the damage from the fire and rock hurt the demon.
The demon glances at Tavos. Tavos must make a Fort Save DC 25 or become Drained 1
➤ Jarlgrum AC 24/26 │
Krakas AC21 │
Tavos AC 22 │
➤ Perla AC 23 │
⠀⠀➤ Shadow AC 22
Bat-winged Fiend │
Tabil AC 23 │
Merlin Brokencrown AC 24/26 │
Avenger of the Green AC 23/25 │
- Drezen
- Current Army strength 99 %
- Blackwing
- Loumis Fine Fittings
- Horgus Gwerm's Mansion
- Anevia's Home
- Defender's Heart
- Tower of Estrod
- Topaz Solutions
Merlin stares intimidatingly at those eyes....
The intimacy Drains from his face!
Perla sends Shadow forward to bite the demon, while she takes three shots with her bow at the enemy, one with her hunted shot. We will see how this goes.