[PFS2] 2-20 / 2-22 / 2-24 Breaking the Storm trilogy (GM Watery Soup)

Game Master Watery Soup

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Hero: Cal 2, Crunch 1, Eliadyr 2, Krankenweg 2, Isaku 1, Rhaegal 2
Challenge: 26


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(he/him) | Troubles in Otari | 2-20 | | Icons: ◆◇↺

The adventure begins at the top of an observation tower within Skyreach at the Grand Lodge in the city of Absalom. The Pathfinders have responded to a summons from the Decemvirate themselves. As they wait, they have a few minutes to socialize over the impressive view of the city, just before sunset.

Go ahead and introduce yourselves, and also, describe how you arrived here after your last adventure.

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

The green-haired gnome in a jaunty hat and spiffy, stylish outfit sits atop the edge of the tower's wall, seemingly unconcerned with the height. He greets each Pathfinder that arrives after him with a happy smile and something along the lines of "Come check out the sunset. Makes me wish I'd brought a date and a bottle o' Chelaxian red to share this view with." Or something to that effect, depending on the vibe of the listener.

"Callaverthorna's the name, but all me friends and lovers call me Cal," he says in introduction.

Cal doesn't seem to be wearing any armor, and carries only a shortsword and small knife at his side. Oddly, he has a strange mask shaped in the guise of a Tien Oni perched up on the brim of his hat.

"It's good to be back in Absalom. So many people, so many ... opportunities," he muses. "Though to be fair, I made quite a few wonderful new friends in Sedeq on me last mission. We rescued a good number o' rich ladies from a crazy genie, and they were each and every one quite grateful afterwards." He waggles his eyebrows in emphasis. "Even saved a nixie and found her a new home in a spring outside the city. She, too, was 'gracious' for me assistance."

He gives a happy contented sigh at the pleasant memories of those nights in and outside of Sedeq. "I'd've stayed there longer, but when the Decemvirate calls, one doesn't dally further. No matter how much fun the dallyin' is."

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺

A small kobold with wings lands on the observation tower. You're not sure where he's flown from, but he stretches out his wings and winces. "Still not as strong as the mighty Jadirahx, but she would be proud!"

He turns to the group. At first you think he's not wearing any armor but then you realize it's actually just painted to look like scales matching his normal green and coppery coloration. Smoke and sparks of electricity emit from his nostrils and he stretches up to try and claim his full height. "Greetings! I am the Dragon, but you may call me Rhaegal. I am a mighty defender of Jadirahx."

"I have been traveling the world lately. I was in Tian Xia, uncovering sky metals for a dragon's horde. We found so much that I was hoping to begin my own horde! And then it was off to Arcadia to be honored in a ceremony of fire. The spirits there could not believe they were meeting a real dragon! I showed them the might of a dragon and even the spirit world quaked at my presence!" He sniffs a bit. "Whatever the chronicles say, that's how it really went."

He walks over to watch the sunset. A crown of spikes seems to rest on his head, giving him a fearsome look, but on closer inspection, it's made of animal bone and horn. "What a beautiful sight. Fit for a dragon!"

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

A goblin clad in heavy armor covered by a white apron stained by red, brown and black fluids, with a tingling healer's kit on the side and a long spear ended by a syringue containing a black liquid, arrives a bit later. He introduces himself to everyone, speaking with an extremely strong accent: "Halo, ich bin Herr Doktor Krankenweg!"

A crawling hand shows itself above the Doktor's shoulder: "Und das ist He-Sing."

To Callaverthorna sexual innuendo he replies: "Du bist ein qvick fellow. Vas do you like to play viz? Ich habe a lot of interesting toys."
And he finishes his sentence by showing the content of a pouch of his healer's kit: a lot of flasks filled with strange liquids...

And to Rhaegal, he asks: "How do I hafe to call you? Dragon or Mighty Defender or Rhaegal?"

When everyone starts speaking about their previous assignment, he quickly handwaves the question: "Meine prefious mission vas secret, ich can't speak about it."

A picture of Herr Doktor
And He-Thing

I have to work my German accent in written English, I hope it's not too hard to understand?

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

Among the mostly Garundi and Keleshite crowd disembarking from The Risen Albatross is a tall, older elf with pale hair and tan skin. He hurries down the gangway, obviously eager to finish his journey now that he has arrived in Absalom. However, a messenger beckons him over as he reaches the dockside. They talk briefly, and expressions of surprise, resignation and then resolve cross the elf's face. He nods once at the conclusion of the discussion, thanks the messenger and sets off towards the Foreign Quarter with a determined stride.

The same elf, still clad in practical travelling clothes of a green tunic over trousers with stout boots, joins the group at the observation tower. An exquisitely carved elven bow hangs on his back and a slight creak tells of the leather armour beneath the tunic.

In a smooth, polite tone he says "I don't believe we've met before. My name is Eliadyr. I heard you mention the decemivirate as I was climbing the stairs - I take you too have been summoned for a mission? "

Joining Rhaefal and Cal looking over the city lit by the glowing sunset, he muses "I'd hoped to have more time to spend in Absalom this time, but well duty calls it seems."

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺
Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:
And to Rhaegal, he asks: "How do I hafe to call you? Dragon or Mighty Defender or Rhaegal?"

Rhaegal gives a toothy dragon smile to the goblin. "Most prefer to call me Rhaegal. You may do so as well. Knowing a mighty dragon's name is powerful, but we are allies, yes?"

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

Cal peers into Herr Doktor's bag in curiosity, lifts out a few of the potions and even sniffs one. "I'm open to tryin' near anythin', dependin' on the situation, Doktor. Depends on what you got in there."

When Eliadyr muses on the City at the Center of the World, Cal looks back over the skyline below. "We don' know that we won't have time here. Maybe this mission's some kinda city thing. Might even have to attend a fancy party and meet some rich folk," he says with a hopeful laugh.

@SuperBidi: the link to He-Sing works, but not the link to the Doktor's picture. At least not for me. 

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet

The sounds of armor, shield, and weapons precede the arrival of the champion who strides onto the tower with pride. The full plate is polished, the shield displays the hammer of Torag, and the warhammer at their side appears well-made.
They would be truly imposing (and may yet be, to those of smaller stature), if they stood more than three-and-a-half feet tall. Strong hands remove the helm to reveal the dark, mottled skin of a charhide goblin.

They survey the city and the group - but do not recognize any former companions. They smile at any and all before them, and state in a low, scratchy voice, "I got letter be here sunset. I am Crunch. Pleased be of service."

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty
Rhaegal Dragonkin wrote:
Rhaegal gives a toothy dragon smile to the goblin. "Most prefer to call me Rhaegal. You may do so as well. Knowing a mighty dragon's name is powerful, but we are allies, yes?"

The Doktor seems to understand something: "Ich verstehe, dein name ist secret and only for true allies. Your name vill die viz me, Dragon!"

Callaverthorna wrote:
"I'm open to tryin' near anythin', dependin' on the situation, Doktor. Depends on what you got in there."

The Doktor's face lights up: "Ich habe everysing you vant!"

And he starts showing each flask one by one: "Zis is for endurance, size, impotence, hot sensations, cold sensations, my favorite, sex shift, race shift, more hair, no more hair, lubricant, psychotrops, pheromons, orc pheromons, troll pheromons, handle viz care, flexibility, healing, disease protection, youthful appearance..."

Crunch, Champion of Torag wrote:
They would be truly imposing (and may yet be, to those of smaller stature), if they stood more than three-and-a-half feet tall.

Herr Doktor stares at Crunch. There's a strange symmetry between both goblins in heavy armor. He then says to the champion:

Goblin:
"I can upgrade your weapon with fire, but it will lose a bit of balance. You tell me if you want."

I can upgrade your weapon with that, but it's not that interesting at our level unless you nearly never make second attacks: Weapon Siphon

Callaverthorna wrote:
@SuperBidi: the link to He-Sing works, but not the link to the Doktor's picture. At least not for me. 

It looks like this website doesn't accept hotlinking. I've uploaded the image somewhere else.

A picture of Herr Doktor

Radiant Oath

2396852-2001 | LG Male Human | Detective | Investigator Lvl 7 | Psychic Dedication | ◆◇↺ | HP 85/85 | AC 25 | F/R/W: 13/14/12 | Perc +14 (+15 Pursue a Lead/Detect Traps) | 25 feet | Class DC 23 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Hero Points: 1/3 | Ammo: Regular: 47/48, Poisoned: 1/2 | Throwing Knives: 2 | +1 SH: 14/14 | Spells: -/1/1 |

A tall man with blond hair enters the room, slightly breathless. "Apologies, " he says, trying to catch his breath. "I'd just gotten the missive an hour ago. I'd just returned from Freedom Town on an assignment. The missive said urgent so I had to dash over. Isaku Beru, at your service. I'm a detective with an office in the Grand Bazaar." He bows to the assembled Pathfinders. His eyes light up as he recognizes one of them.

"I was wondering when I might meet you. Rhaegal Dragonkin. I've read chronicles of your exploits with an acquaintance of mine. Jinlong is his name. Perhaps you two are associates?"

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺
Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:
The Doktor seems to understand something: "Ich verstehe, dein name ist secret and only for true allies. Your name vill die viz me, Dragon!"

Rhaegal nods. "You are wise and understand dragons well, herr doktor."

He turns to Isaku. "You know Jinlong? He has become a fine dragon in his own right! It a pleasure to meet one who holds his acquaintance. If you have heard the tales of my adventures, now you will be a part of them!"

He considers Isaku for a moment. "You are a detective? Someone who solves mysteries? I have heard of such people. Do you see truths where others do not? A dragon would be wise to find use for your skills!"

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet

Dunno what happened - I wrote a response to this on Sunday...

Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:

Herr Doktor stares at Crunch. There's a strange symmetry between both goblins in heavy armor. He then says to the champion:

"I can upgrade your weapon with fire, but it will lose a bit of balance. You tell me if you want."

Crunch pulls the weapon from their belt and extends it towards Krankenweg, shrugging away the concerns. They respond in Goblin, "Torag would be most disappointed were I to turn down your offer. Such craftsmanship and creativity will be rewarded, I am sure."

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed
Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:

The Doktor's face lights up: "Ich habe everysing you vant!"

And he starts showing each flask one by one: "Zis is for endurance, size, impotence, hot sensations, cold sensations, my favorite, sex shift, race shift, more hair, no more hair, lubricant, psychotrops, pheromons, orc pheromons, troll pheromons, handle viz care, flexibility, healing, disease protection, youthful appearance..."

"Well, some of those do seem useful," Cal comments at the mention of lubricant and pheromons, "though maybe not that one, and I certainly don't need this," he says with a laugh at the offer of sex shift and impotence treatment (though a vial of size enhancer may come up missing from Herr Doktor's bag later.)

Setting the "goodies" aside, Cal lifts a vial of giant wasp poison. "I never used poison on me blades before. Never had a team mate that could brew it up proper and knew the ins and outs o' usin' it." He sets the vial back into the Doktor's bag. "But ya' seem pretty capable, Herr Doktor, so sure, ya' can add a little wasp juice to me sword."

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty
Crunch, Champion of Torag wrote:
Dunno what happened - I wrote a response to this on Sunday...

There was an issue on Sunday, I also lost some posts.

Crunch, Champion of Torag wrote:
"Torag would be most disappointed were I to turn down your offer. Such craftsmanship and creativity will be rewarded, I am sure."

The Doktor adds with a smile: "Zat's ze spirit!"

And he'll take a dozen of minutes to add a weird contraption to the hammer. Unfortunately, as creative the contraption is, it also slighly modifies the weapon's balance.

Callaverthorna wrote:
"I never used poison on me blades before. Never had a team mate that could brew it up proper and knew the ins and outs o' usin' it."

The Doktor looks at Cal, as if gauging him, then starts rummaging through his stuff for a minute and retrieves an oddly looking pink flask. He puts a drop inside the poison vial and then takes Cal's weapon, without really asking, and applies the poison to the blade. As the gnome gets his weapon back he can smell a flowery scent.

"Extract of rose petals. To add an insult to ze injury.", says the Doktor in a strangely neutral voice, as if he didn't even catch his own pun.

Callaverthorna wrote:
(though a vial of size enhancer may come up missing from Herr Doktor's bag later.)

(considering Cal's mastery of Thievery)

During the following days, as Cal tries to, or thinks of, stealing a vial from the Doktor, he'll realize a few things. First, the Doktor is of a paranoid type. But not crazy paranoid, skilled paranoid. He definitely has professional experience, be it as a spy, smuggler or anything similar.
But... he's also easily distracted. Any oddly looking substance will gets his undivided attention. And from the Doktor's point of view, there are tons of oddly looking substances everywhere. So despite his top notch paranoid reflexes, it's actually not that hard to steal from him (especially from Cal's point of view).
So Cal may proceed with the theft but he may get more than he bargained for.


(he/him) | Troubles in Otari | 2-20 | | Icons: ◆◇↺

The door to the tower opens with a clunk, and eight cloaked figures stride into the room without ceremony. Each one wears a unique, intricately designed mask that seems alive with powerful magic. They turn to the room’s center in unison as a ninth individual — Eliza Petulengro (See art on Slide 2), the only unmasked member of the mysterious Decemvirate — enters and closes the door behind her. She quickly turns to address the gathering.
Pathfinders, we have an emergency on our hands. Sapphire, a member of our leadership, has been possessed by an ancient and wholly evil spirit. Between this spirit’s fiendish magic and Sapphire’s subsumed knowledge and guile, we are struggling to get out ahead of whatever destruction this foul entity is concocting. What we do know is that the spirit is that of a cyclops demoniac who intended to summon the demon lord of storms, Urxehl, into our world.

The scenario mentions that some of the PCs may be aware of Sapphire's true identity. If your character has played a scenario in which this information is given, feel free to mention it. However, if you as a player know but your character would not know, please refrain from commenting - there are a few mysteries within the Season 2 metaplot that I'd rather not spoil for those who haven't played through the whole season.

Another member of the Decemvirate wearing a mask fitted with stag-like antlers speaks. “The summoning requires a rare ritual. We do not know how to counteract such unusual spellcraft, but we have an ally who does. Dolok Darkfur (See art on Slide 3), the manifested god of the Farheaven Clan from old Sarkoris, should be able to assist us. Through Dolok and the god caller Nelket (See art on Slide 3), the Farheavens connect to traditions of calling, binding, and communicating with extraplanar forces.

Eliza Petulengro pauses for a moment and then speaks again. “You are among our most experienced Pathfinder agents following our Society’s recent losses (This refers to Season 2 metaplot.) We need you to convince Dolok Darkfur and Godcaller Nelket of the Farheaven Clan to help us rescue Sapphire and put a stop to this spirit’s machinations. We can teleport you near to the Farheaven settlement, where I’m confident you’ll be warmly received. The Society has come to the Farheaven’s aid several times in the past few years, so you should be able to convince them to return the favor. This mission is time-sensitive, and the integrity of the Decemvirate, if not the safety of the world, depends on your success. Are you ready?

If you'd like to attempt a DC 20 Society check to Recall Knowledge about the demon lord Urxehl, please post your modifier and I'll make a secret roll.

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

Herr Doktor tries to remember what he knows about Urxehl. But also, if possible, the Farheaven Clan, Dolog Darkfur and Sarkoris' culture and society.

Society +13

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

"Oh the Farheaven Clan - I met Dolok Darkfur and Godcaller Nelket when in Sarkoris recently. They seemed to value the Pathfinder alliance, although they were a bit ... detached is perhaps the word?" (played 2-15 A Dirge of Sarkoris with Eliadyr earlier this year)

"If we are asking them for a large favor though, are we taking any payment with us?" he will then ask Eliza

"Also, if we encounter this cyclops demoniac/Sapphire do you have any suggested approaches? Are we trying to get Sapphire back alive?"

Eliadyr will also try to recall what he knows about Urexhl. ((Society +13))

Radiant Oath

2396852-2001 | LG Male Human | Detective | Investigator Lvl 7 | Psychic Dedication | ◆◇↺ | HP 85/85 | AC 25 | F/R/W: 13/14/12 | Perc +14 (+15 Pursue a Lead/Detect Traps) | 25 feet | Class DC 23 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Hero Points: 1/3 | Ammo: Regular: 47/48, Poisoned: 1/2 | Throwing Knives: 2 | +1 SH: 14/14 | Spells: -/1/1 |

+15 Soc

and I ran the same 02-15 with Eliadyr but the chronicle is not assigned to Isaku.

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺

Rhaegal tries to straighten to his full kobold height. "We will be trying to convince a god to help us? Hmmm. Some of the god entities are envious of dragons."

"Where did this demoniac come from? What happens to Sapphire if we stop the ritual?"

Society +1, but if there's a crit fail condition Rhaegal will just leave it to others. What does a Dragon need to know of civilization?

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet

Crunch exists on the periphery of society and doesn't know enough about it.

Crunch scratches their chin as they take all of this in. At the mention of a manifested god, they let out a small "huh" - halfway between curiosity and surprise.

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

Cal listens to the briefing, and nods appreciatively at Eliadyr's revelation that the elf knows these folks already.

"So, for now, we're just to be convincin' the Farheaven's to tell us what they know o' the ritual," he asks to clarify. "Are we expectin' to get them to participate in any action beyond that? Cause that'll likely take a lot more convincin'. Are you thinkin' that Sapphire is up in that neck o' the woods?"

Society +10 (T) 


(he/him) | Troubles in Otari | 2-20 | | Icons: ◆◇↺
Eliadyr wrote:
"If we are asking them for a large favor though, are we taking any payment with us?"

"No, we've earned quite a bit of debt by helping Dolok Darkfur and the Farheaven Clan in the past, most recently, helping secure several relics and remains from the barrows near the fallen city of Storasta."

This is a storyline that goes back, at least to PFS1 #10-12, Breath of the Dragonskull, but the relics referenced were from #2-15, A Dirge for Sarkoris. There are likely more examples of the Society helping Dolok Darkfur, but I can't find a complete list anywhere.

Rhaegal Dragonkin wrote:
"Where did this demoniac come from?"

"When the Pathfinder Society launched a large-scale survey of the cyclopean ruins of Min-Khadaim in the distant northern lands of Iobaria, their otherwise promising expedition ended in disaster. Disturbing the ruins awakened the restless soul of a cyclopean disciple of Urxehl."

This references the events of #2-01, #2-03, and/or #2-05.

"This malignant spirit assailed Sapphire, a member of the Society’s masked Decemvirate leadership. In the time since, the Society learned that the spirit merged with Sapphire, and the two have become a hybrid being."

I think this references events in Season 2, but I'm actually not sure. I played the scenarios out of order, so I missed quite a bit of the metaplot.

"The possessed Sapphire has gone on to slowly reactivate ancient cyclops ritual sites across the region."

I'm not 100% sure, but I think this references #2-14 and #2-18.

Eliadyr wrote:
"Also, if we encounter this cyclops demoniac/Sapphire do you have any suggested approaches? Are we trying to get Sapphire back alive?"
Rhaegal Dragonkin wrote:
What happens to Sapphire if we stop the ritual?"[/b]

"That is outside the scope of this mission. Secure the Farheaven Clan's cooperation first, and we'll figure out a way to deal with the demoniac later."

Hint, hint. :)

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GM Screen:

Doktor Society: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (2) + 13 = 15
Eliadyr Society: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (1) + 13 = 14
Isaku Society: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20
Cal Society: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27

Eliadyr:
Urxehl is the demon lord of storms and natural disasters. He is widely hailed as the father of trolls, although legends say that he despises the trolls that worship him.

As befitting Urxehl’s status as a demon lord, his minions often use negative energy to destroy their foes.

Isaku:
Urxehl is the demon lord of storms and natural disasters. He is widely hailed as the father of trolls, although legends say that he despises the trolls that worship him.

Cal:
Urxehl is the demon lord of storms and natural disasters. He is widely hailed as the father of trolls, although legends say that he despises the trolls that worship him.


(he/him) | Troubles in Otari | 2-20 | | Icons: ◆◇↺

We can retcon follow-up questions. As you'll quickly find out, there's not a huge number of questions that are mission critical.

The Decemvirate’s ritual teleports the Pathfinders near the Farheaven’s encampment.

The setting sun casts a blood-red light over the Farheaven camp. A wall of dark, smoky clouds fills the western skyline, hovering over an entire forest of burnt trees. Farheaven warriors rush to sharpen spears and string bows, gathering at a network of west-facing earthworks resembling a battlefield more than a settlement.

Amid the commotion, a human woman approaches.

Anyone who has interacted with Nelket before would recognize her. She is the the spiritual leader for the Farheaven Clan. Art is on Slide 3.

Pathfinders, your timing is impeccable as always. I know our people owe you so much already, but could you lend us your aid once more?

I will assume the answer is yes. This will be a very short scenario if the answer is not yes.

"Dolok Darkfur and several Sarkorian druids have begun a ritual to help restore the land scorched by the demons of the Worldwound, and that ritual to heal the forest has provoked a horde of demons and their allies that had lain dormant within the forest. We need to protect the ritual casters and the vulnerable until the spell is complete at sunrise."

Nelket is open to answering questions about the new threat.

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

As they are preapring to leave, Eliadyr will relay what he knows about Urxehl, the demon lord of storms and natural disasters. "Urxehl is worshipped by trolls but I've read he really doesn't like them. Oh and his minions use void energy apparently."

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As they appear after the teleportation, Eliadyr flinches for a second, thinking the warriors were rushing towards the party, but soon works out what is happening.

Responding to Nelket, he will say "Nelket! Great to see you again but things were much calmer last I was here. We, ah, weren't expecting this would be such good timing. However, now we are here we can only help!"

and then after listening further will ask

"What sort of demons are attacking? And you mentioned their allies? Where do you need us?"

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet

Crunch's hammer and shield leap eagerly to hand, as they take in their new surroundings.

"Lead way. We make stand - hold line? Or maybe best strike deep into forces?"

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

"Certainly not the welcome I was expectin', but we'll do our best, lass," Cal assures Nelket. He takes a second to drop his oni mask down off the brim of his hat, and then suddenly his spiffy suit is replaced with a set of creepy matte-black armor whose runes seem to inspire fear and loathing in anyone staring at it for too long.

Donning Demon Mask and dismissing Project Persona to reveal Dread Armor.

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺

Rhaegal growls and smoke curls out of his nostrils. If he wasn't 3 feet tall, it might be terrifying. He spits on the ground. "Demons. A dragon will tear them asunder."

He nods at Eliadyr's question. "Yes, do we know anything about these demons or their allies? Or is there any way we can help quicken the ritual?"

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

The Doktor only answers: "Don't vorry, ve also have sings to ask you, but later. Let's move to ze camp so ve can help you!"


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Eliadyr wrote:
"What sort of demons are attacking? And you mentioned their allies?"
Rhaegal Dragonkin wrote:
"Yes, do we know anything about these demons or their allies?

Given where we are, I’m guessing they are minions of Flauros, the demon lord of fire.

Rhaegal Dragonkin wrote:
"Or is there any way we can help quicken the ritual?"

"Unfortunately, no."

Nelket sighs with audible relief and counts her blessings for the unexpected reinforcements. She then reaches into her satchel and pulls out several multihued feathers. She explains that these feathers are straight from Dolok Darkfur’s own plumage, and they can be used to help secure the camp’s perimeter.

She gifts each Pathfinder one feather, shows them how to use it, and then points them to where their help is most needed, encouraging them to use the feathers before the demons arrive.

These unique magical feathers, Dolok feathers, create Dolok trees: stationary, mindless creatures that help the PCs repel the oncoming attackers. By burying the feather up to a certain hue of the plumage, each PC can conjure a Dolok tree with leaves of one specific color: blue, brown, red, or violet. Each PC’s tree acts on its planter’s initiative and is rooted to the square where it is planted.

See Slide 4 for instructions regarding the Dolok trees, and Art.

See Slide 5 for the combat map. You may place your Dolok tree and your icon anywhere in the yellow box. Dolok's ritual is off the map to the southeast - that's where you'll need to prevent attackers from going.


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Terrain Notes:

Difficult Terrain: Each square of undergrowth is difficult terrain that provides standard cover and grants the concealed condition to creatures within it. If a square of undergrowth takes 5 or more fire damage from a single effect, it only grants lesser cover and doesn’t provide concealment for one minute. The rock formation in the southeast corner provides greater cover against effects passing through it.

River: The river is 5 feet deep and flows south. Swimming in the flowing water requires successful DC 15 Athletics checks. The river is difficult terrain for creatures Swimming against the current, and a creature ending its turn in the water moves 10 feet in the current’s direction. This forced movement stops at the waterfall, which drops 10 feet into calmer waters. The land adjacent to these calmer waters is muddy and sloped, making it difficult terrain. Creatures with the fire trait take 2d6 cold damage every time they begin their turn partially or fully submerged in the magical water.

Lighting: Plumes of smoke block the night sky, shrouding the entire battlefield in darkness (except where there’s fire).

Fire: The trees on the western side of the river are caught between the renewing energy of Dolok’s ritual and the destructive power of Flauros’s influence, trapped in a state of perpetual burning. Each square of fire is difficult terrain that sheds light like a torch and deals 2d6 fire damage to any creature that begins its turn inside it, or 1d6 fire damage to each creature Striding through it or beginning its turn adjacent to or less than 20 feet above it. The air within and above the fire is also filled with smoke, granting all creatures within or beyond it the concealed condition and requiring creatures within it to hold their breath. Those who breathe the smoke must succeed on a DC 20 Fortitude save or become sickened 1. Creatures who become sickened from the smoke cannot attempt to remove the condition until they exit the smoke. A creature who critically fails this Fortitude save is also slowed 1 for 1 round due to coughing.

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

"Unless they are flying they'll likely use the bridge. Should we try to hold them there? I'll be fighting from range so could start south of the bridge and cover demons crossing the river, and help out with the bridge if none come there."

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

The Doktor answers Eliadyr: "I'm vorried zey could jump over ze river. If ve only focus on ze bridge, zey can completely sidestep us. I'd prefer someone to be zere to catch zem if zey do zat."

The doktor shows a point on the road (I've put a marker to indicate where I think we need someone in case they decide to attack from somewhere else but it needs someone who can fight from range).

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed
Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:

The Doktor answers Eliadyr: "I'm vorried zey could jump over ze river. If ve only focus on ze bridge, zey can completely sidestep us. I'd prefer someone to be zere to catch zem if zey do zat."

The doktor shows a point on the road (I've put a marker to indicate where I think we need someone in case they decide to attack from somewhere else but it needs someone who can fight from range).

"I see what yer gettin' at Doktor," Cal replies with a nod of approval. "But I don' think I'm the man fer that job." He draws and throws a small knife at a nearby (normal) tree, and the knife flies right back to his hand. "Me throwin' arm's not near that strong, ye see."

Cal saunters up to the bridge and looks over the battlefield lines. "I'd put me a Brown-leafed tree right over there," he says as he points to the downstream bank (where the Brown box placeholder is). "But I'm a wee worried it'll try to snag us if it's got no demons to grab."

"But I do have one other trick up me sleeve. I'll throw a jumble o' rocks onto the bridge to slow 'em down. Works wonders to slow up jealous husbands and get righteous pursuers off me tail," he explains with a wink. (He can cast scatter scree on the far side of the bridge to create difficult terrain in 2 squares. Lasts 1 minute, but is a cantrip, so he could refresh it as needed until the battle starts if need be.


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Eliadyr wrote:
"Unless they are flying they'll likely use the bridge. Should we try to hold them there? I'll be fighting from range so could start south of the bridge and cover demons crossing the river, and help out with the bridge if none come there."
Doktor, from Discussion wrote:
@Watery: I have some buffs that last from 10 to 40 minutes. Do I have a rather clear idea of when the demons will attack?

Two of you may make scouting checks to gain more information. Perception is an obvious choice, but I'll also take Athletics to climb a tree, Stealth to sneak out and back undetected, Scouting Lore, etc. Less relevant skills will just be at a higher DC.

Remember that it's dark, so anyone without darkvision attempting these checks will take a -2 penalty. Also, other PCs can Aid with the same skill.

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

The doktor is ready to help anyone who wants to climb a tree thanks to his large size. Obviously, he won't himself climb a tree as there are no baobabs in the area.

Athletics (Aid): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

Eliadyr would be happy to do some stealthy scouting. He has low-light vision but not darkvision.

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet
Herr Doktor Krankenweg wrote:

The Doktor answers Eliadyr: "I'm vorried zey could jump over ze river. If ve only focus on ze bridge, zey can completely sidestep us. I'd prefer someone to be zere to catch zem if zey do zat."

The doktor shows a point on the road (I've put a marker to indicate where I think we need someone in case they decide to attack from somewhere else but it needs someone who can fight from range).

Answering the Doktor's concerns in goblin, Crunch says, "Enemies going up that way to jump over the river are putting themselves a long way from the ritual. We can run up the path if they try it, but I expect they'll be coming across the bridge or fording to the south of it."

Crunch nimbly ascends a nearby tree to get a look at the oncoming forces.
Athletics: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (18) + 17 = 35

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet
Callaverthorna wrote:
Cal saunters up to the bridge and looks over the battlefield lines. "I'd put me a Brown-leafed tree right over there," he says as he points to the downstream bank (where the Brown box placeholder is). "But I'm a wee worried it'll try to snag us if it's got no demons to grab."

I don't think the trees will ever target us, unless we're in among the enemies when the Brown tree would act. So I think a brown tree in that spot should be fine.

That said, our enemies are clearly fire-oriented, what with the burning forest. Are we concerned about being too much in fireball-formation?

Vigilant Seal

CG male elf magus (starlit span) 7 | HP 76/76 | AC 25 |F +13 R +15 W +11 | Perc +11 | Stealth +18 | Focus Points 1/2 |Hero Points 2/3 | Icons: ◆◇↺ | speed 40 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Conditions: Tailwind

Eliadyr will cast tailwind (R2) to give himself a boost and set off scouting using stealth.

Stealth, no darkvision: 1d20 + 18 - 2 ⇒ (19) + 18 - 2 = 35

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

Cal keeps his eyes on the bridge as he plants his feather to make a Brown leaf tree. He lets the others do the scouting in his stead, as scouting in the woods isn't quite the same as casing a joint scouting in the city.

Darkvision, but looks like we've got our two good rolls already. Brown tree icon set.

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺

Rhaegal snorts. "Fire demons. I could have planned better, but a dragon must adapt." He watches the others scout and shrugs.

Sorry for the delay. Rhaegal could have probably flown up, but we got the scouting rolls. He has Darkvision too. Do we want another Blue tree north of the bridge? A range of 60' covers a lot.

Rhaegal has some fire spells memorized which will probably not be useful, but luckily, he had Ice Storm still listed from a previous game. He can blanket the area on the other side of the bridge, or try to use the areas to block off the sides and try to force them to the bridge.

Radiant Oath

2396852-2001 | LG Male Human | Detective | Investigator Lvl 7 | Psychic Dedication | ◆◇↺ | HP 85/85 | AC 25 | F/R/W: 13/14/12 | Perc +14 (+15 Pursue a Lead/Detect Traps) | 25 feet | Class DC 23 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Hero Points: 1/3 | Ammo: Regular: 47/48, Poisoned: 1/2 | Throwing Knives: 2 | +1 SH: 14/14 | Spells: -/1/1 |

What does the arrow indicate?

Normal vision, but he can light his wayfinder at any time

"Where should we place our trees, mighty Rhaegal?"

I'm probably going to set up another healing tree, since it will also be a light source

Radiant Oath

2396852-2001 | LG Male Human | Detective | Investigator Lvl 7 | Psychic Dedication | ◆◇↺ | HP 85/85 | AC 25 | F/R/W: 13/14/12 | Perc +14 (+15 Pursue a Lead/Detect Traps) | 25 feet | Class DC 23 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Hero Points: 1/3 | Ammo: Regular: 47/48, Poisoned: 1/2 | Throwing Knives: 2 | +1 SH: 14/14 | Spells: -/1/1 |

Isaku also scribbles something in his notebook. Who's attacking Farheaven, and why?

New Investigation: Farheaven Attack - Who and why

He pulls out his dueling pistol and loads a poisoned round.

Fire demons... and I'm loaded with fireballs... (necklace of fire and 3 frozen lavas)

Isaku positions himself near Eliadyr, by the southeastern approach to the camp.

Healing Tree. Isaku also lights his wayfinder

Envoy's Alliance

LG Goblin Champion 8 (they/them) | HP 110 | AC 29 (31 w/ Shield) | F +16 R +14 (16 vs Dmg) W +14 | Perc +11 | Stealth +11 | Speed 25' | Explore: Defend | Hero Points 1 | ◆◇↺ | Character Sheet
Isaku Beru wrote:
What does the arrow indicate?

It was placed by the Dok, when he was voicing concern about an end-run over the water up there.

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

And I'm even more concerned now that everyone is at the bottom of the map :D

I'll then move to the north if needed (I remove the arrow). And I've put my tree slightly behind so it can cover both the bridge and the north (just avoid getting more than one square on the bridge, but I feel it won't happen when I hear about all the difficult terrain you want to put on it).

Verdant Wheel

male Kobold Druid 7 | HP 83/83 | AC 25 (27 w/shield) | F +13 R +14 W +15 (S->CS for Fear effects)| Perception +15 (darkvision) | speed 35 | Focus Points: 2/2 | ◆ | ◇ | ↺

I've put my blue tree to the north. 60 foot range has it basically covering most of the north part of the map and still able to hit the bridge.

Edit: GM, you mentioned the trees are difficult terrain, but do they block line of sight? Can the Blue tree shoot through the trees around it?


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The trees provide standard cover, so they can be shot through with a penalty.

Eliadyr ventures out and sees six fiery creatures approaching. See revealed art on Slide 5. Eliadyr - and Eliadyr only - can attempt a Recall Knowledge using Religion, Arcana, or Nature.

Crunch climbs a tree and is able to triangulate their position entirely. They can tell that the six monsters are headed for the bridge so it's okay that the majority of your forces are stacked there and can time exactly when they will arrive so you can all be buffed on Round 1.

Envoy's Alliance

Male Goblin Alchemist (Mutagenist) 7 | HP 76/76 | 2 Hero Points | Perception +10 (Darkvision) | AC 26/24 | Fort +13; Ref +13/+14; Will +12 | Hands: Empty

As Crunch seems very sure of himself, the Doktor produces an elixir for Crunch and Cal, making also one for himself.

The flasks contain an extremely oily greenish liquid, to the point of no more calling it a "liquid". The pathfinders gulp it down more than they drink it, which is certainly a good thing as the taste seems as bad as the color. And they then feel very light on their feets (Moderate Cheetah's Elixir for +10ft. speed during 10 minutes).

Grand Archive

Male CN Gnome Rogue {Scoundrel} 8 HP 104 / 104 | AC 26| F +14 R +19 W +14 | Perc +15 (M) (Darkvision) Default Exploration = Avoid Notice w/ Trap Finder| Active conditions: +10 feet speed

{COUGH} {HACK} Cal reacts as he swallows the oily stuff. "Ya might consider addin' some flavor - some good flavor - to make those go down a little smoother. If ya like, I can recommend any number o' nice Varisian ryes."

He coughs once more to clear his throat. "But thank you, Herr Doktor. Though I wouldn't mind havin' this extra speed the next time I'm tryin' to outrun ... someone wantin' to do me harm," he finishes with a twinkle in his eye at the memory of one such incident.

He turns back to the bridge and when Crunch gives the signal, he conjures up some rocks to make crossing the bridge just a wee bit slower for the enemy. (Orange squares are difficult terrain, clearable by using a 1-action Interact action.) scatter scree

Radiant Oath

2396852-2001 | LG Male Human | Detective | Investigator Lvl 7 | Psychic Dedication | ◆◇↺ | HP 85/85 | AC 25 | F/R/W: 13/14/12 | Perc +14 (+15 Pursue a Lead/Detect Traps) | 25 feet | Class DC 23 | Exploration Activity: Avoid Notice | Hero Points: 1/3 | Ammo: Regular: 47/48, Poisoned: 1/2 | Throwing Knives: 2 | +1 SH: 14/14 | Spells: -/1/1 |

Isaku reaches into a pouch at his belt and withdraws a bottle of blue liquid.

Holding Dueling Pistol in 1 hand and a Moderate bottled lighting in the other

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