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Alphonse charges at the Pit Fiend.

Attack!: 1d20 + 23 + 7 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 23 + 7 + 2 + 2 = 44
Damage!: 2d4 + 2d6 + 21 + 28 + 2 ⇒ (2, 4) + (6, 6) + 21 + 28 + 2 = 69

Alphonse's eyes flash as he sees Mwikali get pounded by the meteors, and fails to find respite; as she feels her consciousness begin to fade, she finds she's not quite as injured as she initially appeared, and fresh burns appear on Alphonse's face.

Casting Paladin's Sacrifice, and taking Meteor 3's damage onto myself; Mwikali can add 26 HP back to her sheet.

4d20 ⇒ (20, 13, 14, 10) = 57 All at +17 bonus, so all pass. Total of 5 damage to Alphonse; as before, anyone within 10 feet of him is immune to the Fireball that got thrown out.

Alphonse' reserves of energy are beginning to run low, but a servant of the Lord is always able to dig deeper in times of strife.

Trading two of my Lay on Hands for an extra Smite, and aiming it at the Pit Fiend.

"A fiend of your caliber is throwing away its own life here? At the least, I can commend you for lacking some of the cowardice inherent in your kind. Now: BEGONE!" Alphonse thunders, Foereaper alighting with Heaven's power.

Divine Bond to add an extra +2 and Holy.

I have 0 ranks in Intimidate, but I guess I'll take a crack at it.

"Begone, fiends, and perhaps your wretched lives will remain your own for a short time longer!"

Intimidate: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

Hrm. My last post got eaten. I was wondering why there hadn't been any updates.

"Ihrin and Mwikali need help! Can You and Fox try and get them free?" Alphonse addresses Johann, then turns his attention to smashing down the biggest threat keeping him pinned down: Ludicorvus.

Using my...last Smite I think? I'm not sure how long this day has been.

SMITEO: 1d20 + 23 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 23 + 7 = 36
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 28 ⇒ (4, 4) + 21 + 28 = 57

Attack 2: 1d20 + 18 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 18 + 7 = 36
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 ⇒ (4, 2) + 21 + 14 = 41

Attack 3: 1d20 + 13 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 13 + 7 = 40
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 ⇒ (2, 1) + 21 + 14 = 38

If a 36 misses and a 40 hits, add +14 damage to the last attack since it will be the first one that hits.

Myself and anyone within 10 feet of me are not hit by the Lightning Bolt, as my Lesser Globe of Invulnerability. His AC is actually 27 ATM as well due to the same spell, so that one Hamatula misses me as well.

Will vs Blight: 1d20 + 18 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 18 + 2 + 2 = 26

Alphonse grits his teeth, heals his wounds, and strikes back.

Lay on Hands: 8d6 + 16 ⇒ (5, 1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 2, 6) + 16 = 45

Attack 1: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (16) + 23 = 39
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (2, 2) + 21 = 25

Attack 2: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15

Attack 3: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (1, 4) + 21 = 26

The chief of the defenders of Nero's phylactery here gathered is a cruel cornugon, Ludocorvus. He sneers in utter disdain at the Mighty Ones, but his amber eyes blaze with purest hatred at Sir Alphonse Veritas...

Telepathically to all of the Mighty Ones, he gives a sarcastic welcome: So, you have made it at last! Now, our little party can begin!

"If you had any sense you would have quit this field long ago." ALphonse says, then charges in with Foereaper held high at the nearest barbazu.

Attack: 1d20 + 25 ⇒ (18) + 25 = 43
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (4, 2) + 21 = 27

Hm. thought I'd posted already.

Alphonse keeps trying to hack down the hideous glabrezu.

Attack 1: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (18) + 23 = 41
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (3, 4) + 21 = 28

Attack 1: 1d20 + 23 - 5 - 4 ⇒ (1) + 23 - 5 - 4 = 15
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (1, 3) + 21 = 25

Attack 1: 1d20 + 23 - 14 ⇒ (12) + 23 - 14 = 21
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (4, 3) + 21 = 28

Wills: 2d20 ⇒ (20, 2) = 22 Both at a +24 bonus, so both pass.

Alphonse easily shrugs off the damage and ignores the Hezrou, charging the Glabrezu.

Charge Attack: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 21 + 2 + 2 = 34
Damage: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (4, 1) + 21 = 26

30 feet up are the lower battlements, where the large young blue dragon is currently struggling against Sir Alphonse Veritas, who is flying by way of his celestial platemail.

Not quite; Alphonse is currently flying via the aid of the angelic wings provided by Greater Angelic Aspect.

Reflex: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 13 + 2 + 2 = 23

Alphonse is barely touched by the electric breath. Due to electricity resistance 10, he takes only 1 damage.

"Leave this instant and I will not pursue, young dragon. Persist in this foolishness and I will be forced to bring you to a premature end. You are no match for my own might, or that of Heaven."

If the dragon does not immediately begin to retreat, Alphonse attacks.

Attack 1: 1d20 + 32 ⇒ (9) + 32 = 41
Damage: 2d4 + 37 + 2d6 ⇒ (2, 4) + 37 + (2, 6) = 51

Attack 2: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (20) + 23 = 43
Damage: 2d4 + 37 + 2d6 ⇒ (4, 1) + 37 + (1, 2) = 45

Attack 3: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (10) + 18 = 28
Damage: 2d4 + 37 + 2d6 ⇒ (4, 3) + 37 + (3, 3) = 50

Confirm Attack 2?: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (16) + 23 = 39
Crit damage: 6d4 + 111 ⇒ (1, 3, 3, 1, 3, 1) + 111 = 123

Alphonse grips Foereaper in anger at the wanton destruction caused by Nero, of sheer spite. Evil for a purpose is no less evil, but at least it stems from understandable human emotions and motives.

"Let us win here and be rid of Nero's foul stench on this plane for good. Please bless us, lord, in our endeavors. Amen." he says, then charges forward into battle.

Charge at Ceruleanax and Smite.

Foereaper Slash: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 = 49
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 2 + 2d6 + 28 ⇒ (4, 2) + 21 + 2 + (3, 1) + 28 = 61

Alphonse lays the blade of his scythe under Wormwood's neck, and frighteningly gently pulls it upward, cleanly severing the dragon's head.

"The beast is slain again. Hopefully for the final time." he says, magically opened wounds beginning to heal again.

"Now let us ensure the same of that foul creature, Nero."

Alphonse lays hands on himself once more, his wounds entirely closing.

8d6 + 16 ⇒ (6, 6, 2, 3, 6, 6, 4, 1) + 16 = 50

"Prepare yourself, Wormwood. Your eternal judgment awaits!" Alphonse roars, and swings Foereaper.

Foereaper slice 1: 1d20 + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 = 46
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (3, 2) + 21 + 14 + 2 + (3, 3) = 48

Foereaper slice 2: 1d20 + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 - 5 ⇒ (17) + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 - 5 = 49
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (3, 1) + 21 + 14 + 2 + (5, 5) = 51

Foereaper slice 3: 1d20 + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 - 10 ⇒ (8) + 21 + 7 + 5 + 2 + 2 - 10 = 35
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (4, 4) + 21 + 14 + 2 + (3, 3) = 51

Keep in mind that being blind makes him Flat-footed (not super relevant with his likely negative Dex mod) and gives a -2 to AC, which stacks with the further -2 Ihrin gave him.

Attack of Opportunity: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 = 46
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 14 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (2, 2) + 21 + 14 + 2 + (1, 3) = 45

My aura is 20 feet, by the by.

Alphonse taps a hand to his chest and begins sealing the wounds left by the scorching flames.

Lay on Hands: 8d6 + 32 ⇒ (2, 1, 2, 2, 5, 2, 4, 4) + 32 = 54

After a moment, only a few minor scorch marks remain, and even those are still visibly sealing under the lingering holy light.

"You cannot keep me down, Wormwood. Pay for your crimes!" he shouts, then swings Foereaper deceisively at the dragon.

Foereaper Power Attack: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 = 43

Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 28 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (3, 1) + 21 + 28 + 2 + (4, 1) = 60

Foereaper Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 - 5 ⇒ (5) + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 - 5 = 37
Damage?: 2d4 + 21 + 14 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (2, 2) + 21 + 14 + 2 + (6, 1) = 48

Foereaper Power Attack 3: 1d20 + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 - 10 ⇒ (3) + 21 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 5 - 10 = 30

Reflex: 1d20 + 13 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 13 + 5 = 24

Alphonse takes the searing heat directly, but remains standing.

Edit: I don't think I would be missed by such a large cone, but just relaized I wasn't listed as one of the targets. Other question, can I make a minor retcon to my previous turn and use my Swift to Smite, I forgot to do that.

Alphonse pulls off his gauntlet, drawing Foereaper across his now exposed palm, blood splattering to the floor in a neat circle around him.

"By this blood I swear, Wormwood. You die this day, if it is within my power."

Casting Bloodsworn Retribution, making the oath to kill Wormwood. Until the oath is fulfilled, the 25 damage I take as part of casting the spell cannot be healed by any means, but I also gain a +5 Morale bonus to any attack, save, or check related to fulfilling this oath.

Initiative: 1d20 ⇒ 10

Alphonse takes the time to cast Communal Resist Energy (Fire) on everyone, and then Greater Angelic Aspect on himself.

"We should ambush him use the freezing globes and then concentrate on a variety of attacks. Any protection magics you can muster or buff magic you can muster now is the time."Ihrin says as she flys alongside Johann.

Cloak of the Bat!!

"The beast is immense; we should have ample time to hear it coming and prepare ourselves accordingly before it enters the lair."

"We go to slay Wormwood. I would have a few things prepared." Alphonse says, looking upon Foereaper.

"I had once though to restore Foereaper to its former glory, as a weapon against evil. But I see now that is not my purpose. The slaying of Wormwood, that is what this scythe is meant for now. I would have it be a bane to dragons, that they may fear its sting."

I'd like to add Dragon Bane to Foereaper (for 10k) and buy a pair of Jaunt Boots (for 7200) after selling my old Headband for 2000. With that, I'll be leveled and ready to go.

Alphonse' brow furrows.

"Troubling news. Mayhap a good first mission for a budding knight order, to keep contained her mischief."

I need to figure out gear later, when I'm leveling this evening. How much money do each of us have again?

"He was already here by the time I joined up with you all, as I recall. I've never questioned his presence since I assumed he'd been traveling with you all this time." Alphonse says, concern deepening.

Alphonse looks puzzled and concerned.

"I thought the little fey was your friend?"

To the others he says.

"Did not the little Ribbie say, mercy to even thine enemies"

"There are many facets of the Lord's teachings, McGibel." Alphonse says, almost sadly.

"Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord."

"For many, this is true. But I am the hand of Vengeance; an extension of God's will. The instrument by which His vengeance is repaid. And by His own words: Vengeance is mine, and recompense, for the time when their foot shall slip; for the day of their calamity is at hand, and their doom comes swiftly."

At the last, he turns to the fleeing dragon, and prepares to deliver the world from its evil.

AoO: 1d20 + 23 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 23 + 2 = 29
Going to spend my Hero point to reroll this.

AoO: 1d20 + 23 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 23 + 2 = 44

That's more like the dramatic slash I was going for.

Confirm Crit: 1d20 + 23 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 23 + 2 = 33

Don't think that confirms.

Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 13 ⇒ (2, 4) + 21 + 13 = 40

"Do you believe yourself in such little danger that you can afford to take your attention off of us?" Alphonse asks as he charges forward to disabuse the dragon of that notion.

Charge!: 1d20 + 25 ⇒ (10) + 25 = 35 Add an extra +2 to this if Ihrin is in a position to flank the beast.

Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 13 ⇒ (2, 4) + 21 + 13 = 40

If the attack connects, Alphonse exerts himself, causing a burst of light to flash from the contact.

I cast Litany of Righteousness as a Swift if the attack succeeds; he needs to make a Will save or suffer double the damage above.

Alphonse attempts to twirl his scythe around to catch the retreating beast.

"Your foul breath is nothing against the might of Heaven!"

Foereaper: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (17) + 23 = 40
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 13 ⇒ (3, 1) + 21 + 13 = 38

Alphonse snaps his new wings out, ascending slightly to meet Gruneraver.

"This is your end, dragon!" he shouts, and brings Foereaper down upon the great green menace.

Move: move up to 60 feet; Swift: Smite; Standard: attack.

Foereaper slash: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (15) + 23 = 38
Damage: 2d4 + 21 + 26 ⇒ (4, 1) + 21 + 26 = 52

Alphonse goes around to everyone, laying hands on them. Each are wreathed in a halo of green energy.

Resist Acid 20 for everybody for...long enough. At least 20 minutes per person.

Then, he causes his blade to erupt in holy light, and it begins vibrating with a menacing screech.

Giving Foereaper Speed with Divine Bond.

Finally, he concentrates on his newest boon from God, and grows a pair of shining white wings, giving off a faint reassuring aura to everyone nearby. He smiles to his compatriots.

"This dragon will regret its actions, as will Wormwood after him. Do not worry, companions."

Greater Angelic Aspect. Host of benefits fr me, but relevant to the party: everyone within 20 feet of me gets a +4 Deflection bonus to AC and +4 Resistance bonus to saving throws against attacks by evil creatures, the benefits of magic circle Against Evil, and immunity to spells of 3rd level and below.

"I would assume because the man is bald?"

"A river, as I recall."

Perhaps all those times riddling with grandmother will finally pay off.

"A candle, I believe?"

Alphonse can also prepare Communal Resist Energy, if we want to save a bit of cash. I don't typically use all of his spell slots anyway, especially at 3rd level.

Once he's been assured that nothing untoward is happening between Johann and Rapunzel, Alphonse sets down to rest.

His prayers before bed allow him new insight to his abilities, and when he awakens he is refreshed and ready for battle.

"This may be our most difficult challenge yet, but I believe we are more than able to step up to the challenge. Are there any particular preparations we should make before setting forth?"

Alas, Paladins get dick for skill points...I had enough for Religion and Planes, but not Arcana. Part of the reason I didn't feel comfortable taking Oath Against the Wyrm.

"Is there anything we can do to help you now, Hisao? Surely you do not wish to be bound to such a creature?"

Alphonse smiles and steps in, clasping hands with Hisao.

"Hisao, old friend! I'd wondered what had become of you after our original escapades! Glad to see you're doing well! But what are you doing here?"

Alphonse looks at the remaining demon.

"You would have been better served fleeing the fight, like your more prudent friend." Alphonse informs the Hezrou, holy light wreathing him and undoing the damage wrought by the frenzied demon.

Lay on Hands: 7d6 + 15 ⇒ (3, 4, 5, 2, 4, 4, 6) + 15 = 43

Ha. Exact amount.

He then swipes at the lone fiend with Foereaper.

Foereaper 1: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (14) + 16 = 30
Damage?: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (4, 3) + 21 = 28

Foereaper 2: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (11) + 11 = 22
Damage?: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (3, 2) + 21 = 26

Foereaper 3: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25
Damage?: 2d4 + 21 ⇒ (1, 1) + 21 = 23

Confirm?: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22
Crit Damage?: 6d4 + 63 ⇒ (4, 1, 1, 4, 2, 3) + 63 = 78

You don't need a Concentration check to use an SLA, so you're good to go.

Alphonse round 1. just gonna use something I know is likely to fail so we probably won't need to retcon anything:

Alphonse casts Damnation.

"BEGONE, fiends!"

Caster Level check: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25

If that gets past their SR, they take damage equal to 1d8 per the highest level [Evil] spell or Spell-like Ability they have, Will DC 18 for half damage. It's a 30 ft. radius burst, so unfortunately if anybody in our party has an [Evil] spell prepared they also take damage...so hopefully nobody does.

Wow, that second one flubbed so bad Alphonse actually has a conceivable chance of passing, so I'll actually roll for once.

Perception: 1d20 ⇒ 14

But he doesn't.

"Come closer Johann, I'll see to you."

Light wreathes Alphonse' hands and heals Johann's injuries as well as restores his strength.

Healing: 6d6 ⇒ (3, 2, 4, 2, 2, 4) = 17

Activating my Vambraces of Mercy for the Enfeebled Mercy. It removes all magically induced stat damage to a single stat.

Reflex: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (17) + 11 = 28

Alphonse gets beaned by a rock, but manages to evade the worst of the collapse.

Coughing a bit through the resulting dust cloud, he calls out to the others.

"Is everyone okay?"

Alphonse takes an opportunity to Smite the creature and prepare for combat.

"The only destruction you should be looking forward to is your own, demon."

I'll use my last Divine Bond to give Foereaper +1 and Holy, Smite, and then move forward 20 ft. He's just out of range of a single move lol.

Alphonse peeks behind the curtain.

Slash: 1d20 + 16 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 16 + 5 + 2 = 43

Confirm?: 1d20 + 16 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 16 + 5 + 2 = 39

Gonna assume that confirms.

Alphonse took the Azure Duke's measure on the first swing, and now ignites the waning Holy might of the blade to its fullest in an attempt to fully bisect the fiendish creature.

Damage: 8d4 + 84 + 104 ⇒ (2, 4, 1, 4, 1, 1, 2, 2) + 84 + 104 = 205

Alphonse Smites the uppity Fiend, and approaches to slay it.

"If you truly were repentant, I hope that God's light may grant you some peace in your final moments."

Foereaper Slash: 1d20 ⇒ 1

[Insert failure horn sound here]

"You offer us friendship?" the Fox asks in surprise. "I never thought I'd see such a day. But no, I don't think friendship is possible between us, Duke. Your kind is so wholly opposed to the work of our LORD, that we can be nothing but enemies. Though if Sir Alphonse has a differing opinion, I will defer to his judgement in a matter such as this."

Alphonse shakes his head.

"Mortal evils can ever be redeemed; even the blackest soul can once again be cleansed in the light of Christ. But the fiends of the Pit speak with the forked tongue of the Serpent himself, and have no souls to redeem besides. The greatest mercy we could impart upon such a wretched creature, truthful or not, is a swift destruction."

Kn. Planes (What's a Gelugon?: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18

"A Dragons egg, interesting. I shall claim this. If any have objections?"

"None, so long as you raise it well. Every creature deserves a chance at a happy life."

"I might have a solution to exploring the water. I may summon a Water Elemental to see what is down there and fetch it for us?" She says as a suggestion.

"A good idea, Mwikali. I'd go myself if I still had my old armor, but alas it was destroyed years ago."

Never thought I'd miss the old Plate Armor of the Deep I had.

Kn. Planes: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (9) + 16 = 25

Knowledge preferences in order: Special Abilities, Resistances, lowest Save.

"Then we will slay all of Hell if need be, 'till none of your wretched brethren still leave your tainted mark on God's Creation."

Awaiting info for me to take my action. Thinking of casting one of the few offensive spells I have prepared.

"'Ware Johann. The sense I get from this idol makes me believe it might have the direct attention of the Adversary himself. Defacing it without caution could have dire consequences. Perhaps we should rest for the evening, and find a way to secure these Dukes 'til they can be brought to trial for their heresy. We cannot kill them until we find and destroy their simulacra in any event."