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Drosil smiles at Janos, happy that the ranger will have the chance to be with Kendra once more. He casts an uneasy glance at Feral's words, just in time to see the last of the heart devoured. He even returns Anton's embrace good-naturedly, grinning momentarily from ear to ear, and watches B'yelka's reaction to Anton with interest.

Through all of it, however, he remains silent, slowly coming to terms with the enormity of what the small group has accomplished.

His smile falters briefly as he considers that these few - though, honestly, perhaps more Dantrian than Feral - have become as much a part of his family as his adoptive parents. He has been through all of this at their sides; leaving them now will be...painful, especially when he tries to consider what he could possibly do now after living through the events of the past several months. Can I just go back to my old life?

Drosil charges toward one of the nearest festrogs, thrusting with his rapier, then prepares to meet the remainder of the undead creatures as they advance.

Full-round action: Charge red festrog
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Charge): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 33
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 = 26

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Charge): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 25
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 = 25

Fort Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Drosil continues his advance.

Sorry, forgot to use the ruler, and his move wouldn't undo...I think I moved him 60' west and 5' south.

Full-round action: Double move, as indicated

Drosil rushes toward the undead threat, hoping that the Prince's Wolves will be able to protect the party's right flank from the Demon Wolves.

Full-round action: Double-move, as indicated on map

Well, that would leave the prince's wolves out in the cold, as it were.

I think we'll need to take care of both groups before we're all done; as much as the demon wolves might be the greater long-term threat, I think we'll need to keep the undead occupied as well. That said, we should probably stick together as a group.

A wide grin splits Drosil's face. "Flee? Whatever would have given you that idea?" He steps forward, hand on his rapier. With his other hand, he reaches into his belt pouch and pulls out a small token. He calls out to the light-brown-furred lycanthropes, "Prince's Wolves! We have these tokens given us by Rhakis Szadro, your alpha. Stand with us against these threats to your home and ours!"

Hearing Janos' cry, Drosil moves quickly through the ruined tower and out the door, only to find that the magician is out of reach.

Full-round action: Double move, as indicated on map

EDIT: oh, and kudos on the fastball special - one of my favorites. :-)

Drosil, hoping that the spellcaster's arsenal is almost depleted, moves into the tower once more, wishing to be ready with an attack when a target appears.

Move action: As indicated on map

In the spirit of waiting out the invis, Drosil will continue to cower more or less out of sight.

Weird - site ate my post, apparently.

The skeletons down, Drosil rushes to the aid of the others, attempting to find the source of the deadly spells.

Move action: As indicated on map

Drosil thrusts his rapier at the skeletons, stepping forward when the nearest falls.

Full-round action: Attack skeletons (attack first, 5' step when/if it falls, attack second)
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Haste): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 1 = 20
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 = 26

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Haste), Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Haste): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 1 = 18
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 = 28

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Haste): 1d20 + 11 - 3 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 11 - 3 + 2 + 1 = 18
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Inspire Courage, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 6 + 2 + 8 = 29

Seeing the fog spring up around the others, Drosil moves further into the tower, trying to find the source. He sees the archers on the stairs and approaches, rapier drawn.

Full-round action: Double move, as indicated on map

Drosil, unable to assist, continues to retch on the floor of the entryway.

Sorry for the delay - work's been insane this week

Drosil bends over, retching, then moves back to the relative safety of the entryway.

Move action: As indicated on map

Drosil rushes past Feral, through the curtain, and skirts around Janos before thrusting with his rapier at the hand gripping Janos' throat.

Move action: As indicated on map
Standard action: Attack hand
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (11) + 16 - 3 = 24
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 24

Drosil makes his way into the tower, keeping his eyes peeled for any hidden dangers.

Full-round action: Double move, as indicated on map

Drosil, too, mutters something under his breath as he dashes after the werewolf, rapier drawn.

Drosil advances as well, keeping pace with Feral. When he reaches the group of skeletons, his blade flashes in and out, trying to pierce the hard bones with his thin blade.

Round 1
Full-round action: Double move (60')

Round 2
Move action: Single move
Standard action: Attack skeleton
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 26
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 30

Round 3
Full round action: Attack skeletons
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 34
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 32

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 30
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 31

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d20 + 11 - 3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 11 - 3 + 2 + 2 = 15
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 31

I'm assuming that Drosil's barkskin is still active as well, so Drosil's AC is 31

Drosil nods at B'yelka's plan and readies himself to approach stealthily, rapier held at the ready.

Drosil makes his way toward the cultist, but has to step around Feral; the slight detour forces him to stop short of attacking.

Full round action: Double move, as indicated on map

Drosil attempts to skewer one of the fleshless creatures, realizing, as Janos has, that his might not be the best weapon to use either.

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (19) + 16 - 3 = 32
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 23

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (3) + 16 - 3 = 16
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 28

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 - 3 ⇒ (3) + 11 - 3 = 11
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 27

"There we go; now perhaps we can get some answers." Drosil comments as he pulls out his magical rope and proceeds to bind the curate's hands behind her. "Once she wakes up, that is..."

Round 2

With the festrogs taken care of, Drosil makes his way to the Way curate and flanks with Feral.

Move action: As indicated on map
Standard action: Attack curate
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage, Flanking, Non-lethal): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (15) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 30
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 28

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage, Flanking, Non-lethal): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (7) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 22
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 30

Round 3

Drosil thrusts twice more at the unfortunate curate.

Full-round action: Attack curate
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage, Flanking, Non-lethal): 1d20 + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (9) + 16 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 24
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 32

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Power Attack, Good Hope, Inspire Courage, Flanking, Non-lethal): 1d20 + 11 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (10) + 11 - 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 20
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike, Good Hope, Inspire Courage): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 6 + 8 + 2 + 2 = 31

As the others draw their weapons against Feral, so too does Drosil. Whatever sense of order Dantrian was bringing to Feral's disposition appears to be slipping... He remains poised to attack until he is distracted by the appearance of the Way and their minions.

He rushes toward the festrogs, rapier held before him as he approaches.

Full-round action: Double move, as indicated on map

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15

Drosil points the foundations of the buildings around them. "Well, the Way is nothing if not consistent. What do you suppose their intent was here, in this place? To bind souls to prevent our pursuit of them? Something more?"

Drosil tries again to bring the creatures down, with somewhat better luck.

Full-round action: Attack festrog
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 ⇒ (15) + 16 + 2 - 3 = 30
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 30

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 ⇒ (3) + 16 + 2 - 3 = 18
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 29

Fort Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Inspire Courage, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 ⇒ (10) + 11 + 2 - 3 = 20
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 26

Fort Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25

Drosil steps toward the creature and thrusts twice more.

Not an action: 5' step, as indicated on map
Full-round action: Attack ogre-thing
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 ⇒ (3) + 16 + 2 - 3 = 18
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 27

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 ⇒ (3) + 11 + 2 - 3 = 13
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 26

First...wow, that's a long time.

To answer your question, though, I know that my RL commitments have grown significantly since we began this AP (new job, another kid, etc.). While I am not fatigued with the game, per se, I am fatigued in general.

I have enjoyed playing with this group, and would enjoy continuing to do so, but I certainly understand that interest will flag as time goes on; it's hard to keep interest in an AP via PbP unless all of the players involved are driving things forward, and I am likely the worst in the group at doing so.

While I would, of course, like to see how this AP ends, I don't think my curiosity should take precedence over you running another game you'd prefer. Also, while Drosil has turned into a fairly effective character (thanks to your generous rebuilding/retraining opportunities), I wouldn't be devastated if he were to be retired at the end of this book.

Drosil launches himself to his feet in a blur, steps forward to the creature that attacked him, and thrusts twice with his rapier; unfortunately, he is still a bit off-balance and his attacks go wide of their mark.

Swift action: Kip-up (spending 1 panache point)
Not an action: 5' step, as indicated on map
Full-round action: Attack ogre-thing
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (2) + 16 - 3 = 15
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 25

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 - 3 ⇒ (1) + 11 - 3 = 9
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 28

Oh, dicebot, why hast thou forsaken me?

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21

Will Save: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

Drosil stands by, helpless as he watches Anton attempt to deal with the haunt.

Drosil sighs, then quickly draws his blade and thrusts his blade through the newly-turned wolf.

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (16) + 16 - 3 = 29
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 28

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 16 - 3 ⇒ (13) + 16 - 3 = 26
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 28

Attack (Iterative, +1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 - 3 ⇒ (19) + 11 - 3 = 27
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 25

Critical Confirm (Iterative, +1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack): 1d20 + 11 - 3 ⇒ (2) + 11 - 3 = 10
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 6 + 8 = 24

Janos would be at full after B'yelka's healing and Anton's first LoH, so Drosil will take the remainder plus Dantrian's healing touch abilities, and be at full as well. No wand charges needed!

Yeah, Drosil's also feeling some pain. If Anton and B'yelka divide their healing between us, then I think we would be in pretty good shape after a night's rest, perhaps only needing a couple of charges to top us off.

Drosil, still grinning after receiving his new gear, smiles even more broadly. "Considering that I am consistently throwing myself into danger - and that danger often takes full advantage of that fact - I don't believe I will ever turn that down, m'lady," he says with a mock bow and flourish.

Aside from Anton depriving himself of items, I'm fine with this distribution. That said, if there is a chance for him to buy things that will actually prove useful, then I say he can have whatever resources we have available to him.

Drosil grimaces as the fangs bond to Feral. Impulsive...so unlike Dantrian in so many ways...

As he sifts through the gear, he can't help but smile at their good fortune. "I suppose this will make up for almost dying, after all..."

Drosil wakes as Desna's healing energy flows into him; as his eyes flicker open, he looks to the tree, then back at Anton. "We've got to stop getting into these situations." As he sits up, he looks to Janos and B'yelka. "Will he be okay?"

Stabilize: 1d20 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (19) + 2 - 1 = 20

Drosil's breathing eases as he lays on the ground, and the blood oozing from his wounds slows considerably.

Drosil thrusts again at the creature, this time finding some purchase against the thing.

Full-round action: Attack tree-thing
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 24
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 30

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 12
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 26

Drosil attempts twice more to find purchase for his rapier, but to no avail.

Full-round action: Attack tree-thing
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (3) + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 16
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 28

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 14
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 29

Drosil, too, draws his blade quickly, stabbing at the tree. His nimble blade has trouble piercing the plant's thick bark.

Are you saying, then, that Drosil did little to no damage (e.g., it has AC > 23 and/or DR that soaked up most of his 27 damage per hit)?

Will Save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

Drosil, too, draws his blade quickly, stabbing at the tree.

Free action: Draw rapier (quick draw)
Full-round action: Attack tree-thing
Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (10) + 16 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 23
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 27

Attack (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (15) + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 23
Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 27

Critical Confirm (+1 Mithral Rapier (Iterative), Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Grappled): 1d20 + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 ⇒ (1) + 11 + 2 - 3 - 2 = 9
Critical Damage (+1 Mithral Rapier, Inspire Courage, Power Attack, Precise Strike): 1d6 + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 + 2 + 6 + 8 = 30

Drosil nods and, when the other confirm they are ready, approaches the tree to investigate.

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (14) + 10 = 24

With the day of cleaning, Drosil's Con damage was down to 10. With two days of traveling, and the 9 points healed by Anton, Drosil should be back to normal.

With each passing day, Drosil's condition improves. "Thanks, Anton. Yet again, you have pulled me out of a less-than-favorable position.", he smiles.

I'm assuming that we still have those horses Anton bought in Lepidstadt?

Drosil pulls Anton aside as they prepare for their journey.

Drosil nods, "The Way isn't exactly getting closer the longer we wait."

Drosil nods and takes a token. "How will we know 'your boys' in Feldgrau? Wouldn't do to go showing these tokens off to some demon wolves, now would it?"

Drosil, seeing no other viable option, and knowing that allies of any kind against the Way would be welcome, nods. "You say the way is headed east to Feldgrau? Very well; you keep the packs here from causing further issues, and we will follow the Jezeldans, and the Way, there. Realize, however, that our goal is, and will continue to be, stopping the Way; while we will do what we can to keep Sain's heart from the Jezeldans, it is not our top priority."

Just a thought - Anton can detect evil, and Janos and Drosil were evil when they were infected; he could check now to see if either has changed.

Drosil shakes his head. "I don't remember any conversations about a tower, but we do know the general direction the Way was taking; we could ask on the road."

I would only add "...and try not to come as close to dying as Drosil did!" Yikes.