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Seeing Arael felled, Great Mastiff sets his attention upon the device currently the focus of the professor & Vanna's efforts.

Knowledge (something): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14, to 'aid other'

(Enlarge Person/Haste): present AC: 22/present CMD: 22, present Reach: 15', present Slam attack + 10, present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

][Exclamation; conclusion, drawn.][ Great Mastiff bellows as he proceeds to build momentum, his slab-like fist hurtling toward her head.

I tried moving my icon. It seemed to just remove it from the map instead. It should be occupying the four squares in a square next to the smiley-face circle & two squares away from Arael.
Slam/Charge attack!: 1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 10 + 2 = 15... Seriously?
if that hits, Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (8, 1) + 7 = 16 Bludgeoning.

Have we heard anything from Scientist Lisa, or did I miss her departure?
Initiative: 1d20 ⇒ 19

][Initiating Force Celerity protocol. Targets; Figit, Quinto, Celes, Elai, self.][ Great Mastiff rumbles resonantly in response to Arael's shot before beginning a new series of syllables.

Casting Haste, 5 round duration, affecting himself, Figit, Quinto, Celes & Elai.

][Initiating Mass tunneling...][ Great Mastiff intones before a series of now-familiar syllables.

Standard action: Cast Enlarge Person.
So still nothing is really resolved, but right now, playing online here is pretty much the only thing I have keeping me from yelling & tearing my hair out. If you guys can put up with me, I'm gonna be here.

][Query; singular/plural?][

Linguistics: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22, to aid the Professor.

Great Mastiff examines the glyphs which presently stymie the professor, pointing out possible misinterpretations.

Am I correct in suspecting that the map is vertical in cross-section, rather than horizontal?

Great Mastiff shakes his head briefly before intoning a series of syllables, followed by another.
Casting lesser Rejuvenate Eidolon: 1d10 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11 hp regained, followed by Mage Armor.

Veynox' words elicit expressions of both trepidation & resolve in the Halfling. As Vanna & the professor continue to question the lich, Grey sits down on the lifeless ground & begins, cautiously, to mime pulling on an oversize suite of clothes or armor. As each piece is drawn up, it seems to shimmer into existence. Finally, the comparative juggernaut calling itself Great Mastiff is once more among you all.

][Experiment; successful. Resolution; repetition: contraindicated.][

Ref. Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11,second Ref. Save: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16
You did notice how he only has an eight Wisdom right?

With a skirling cacophony of shrieking metal on...
something, Great Mastiff plunges through the whirling wall of blades...

(Enlarge Person): present AC: 21/present CMD: 21, present Reach: 15', present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

At the sight of the bat-winged female reclining before them, Great Mastiff blurts out only two words, ][Fiend; dispatch][, before barreling into a charge toward her, leading with one massive fist.

Move/Standard action... Charge/Slam: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 9 + 1 + 2 = 15...
Really...
::sigh::
If that hits, Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (1, 7) + 7 = 15 Bludgeoning. &
Push: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 9 + 1 + 2 = 29, vs. her CMD.
Considering his move speed is 60' right now, he should be able to charge as long as she isn't more than 120' feet away, unless the writhing bodies count as difficult terrain...
Please note, Grey/Great Mastiff has not made a knowledge check yet. He is acting off of simple instinct due to his own past history. 'Sinister, Winged, Woman' + People acting oddly = Fiend for him...
Pixie, feel free to have that backfire on him, badly/hilariously...

edit: Belated Knowledge (planes): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7... Well, to be painfully honest, he doesn't know what she is... Which means as far as he is concerned, she's still a fiend until she proves different.
He's a little bit 'shoot first, ask questions later' when it comes to possible fiends...

At sight of the moving shadow, Great Mastiff shoulders to the fore. Turning to Lisa, he touches the back of her hand, intoning odd eldritch syllables as he does so.
Cast Haste. Lisa & Great Mastiff are definitely affected for five turns, which leaves three more who can be if they choose. First come, first served.

Is there room enough in this tunnel for Great Mastiff to move past the others & take the lead?
His Enlarge Person lasts five minutes, so it should still be active.
(Enlarge Person): present AC: 21/present CMD: 21, present Reach: 15', present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

Once the others have made their way down the steps, Grey will squeeze himself down as well. ][Declaration; optimum defensive/offensive placement sets self in lead.][
][Query; Y/N?][

Posting via phone so I can't update the map.

Pressing the advantage now that the Naga is fleeing, Great Mastiff bellows. ][Declaration; aid, comrade.][

Technically Great Mastiff is eligible for another AoO, but since his goal is just to run 'her' off so we can escape, I'm not goin to worry about it.

(Enlarge Person): present AC: 21/present CMD: 21, present Reach: 15', present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

Also, Great Mastiff totally gets an AoO on this guy...
Slam attack of Opportunity: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (20) + 9 = 29, ooh, that might smart. Slam crit. confirm: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16, hrmmm...
Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (3, 8) + 7 = 18 Bludgeoning. If the crit. confirmed, crit. damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (8, 8) + 7 = 23 Bludgeoning.
Wow, I put out a lot of damage when I hit like this...

Great Mastiff, taking advantage of the Naga's inattention in it's haste to attack his companions, brutalizes the abomination's backside (don't make this weird)
Pressing the attack, he swings again.
Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14... I think that's a miss.

(Enlarge Person): present AC: 21/present CMD: 21, present Reach: 15', present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

So, the Naga closest to me isn't in the lava, but is pushed back another 5'?

Pressing the advantage, Great Mastiff steps forward while pointing to the others. ][Imperative; go!][ As he swings once more at the serpentine foe.

Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (10) + 9 = 19, for Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (6, 1) + 7 = 14 Bludgeoning &...
Shove: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22, vs. Naga's CMD.
Remember, you can move through friendly occupied squares as long as you don't end your movement there...

(Enlarge Person): present AC: 21/present CMD: 21, present Reach: 15', present Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 Bludgeoning.)

Pressing forward, Great Mastiff rallies with another blow to the Naga's chest.

Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18, that might hit...
Slam damage: 2d8 + 7 ⇒ (4, 5) + 7 = 16 Bludgeoning &
Shove: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22, vs. Naga's CMD.

Since you are "honest PC" I will be "helpful GM". Check it out. In this section it says

Quote:

The eidolon must be at least the same size as the synthesist.

Which means the Eidolon can be Large if you say it's large. Which means the NAGA gets pushed back 5'. Which means...oh, it's still not in the lava. damn. MAP UPDATED.

Actually, Large is an Evolution (and a four point one which isn't available until eighth level.) On the other hand, if you are willing, we could ret-con it that I cast Enlarge Person rather than Mage Armor, since the only attack it has used on me wasn't affected by my armored AC...

Off balance with the added distance between himself & the Naga, Great Mastiff's next swing is wide.

Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14, dangit! That won't hit...

][Course clear, aid endeavor!][ He bellows to those companions near him as he points to the others helping Victor protect the infant from the other Naga.

5', but it probably doesn't work. It the target has to be the same size or smaller.

::sigh::, guess I'm casting Enlarge Person next round...

Spurred by the Naga's fire, Great Mastiff winds up for a devastating blow.

Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (14) + 9 = 23, Slam damage: 1d10 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8 Bludgeoning &
Shove: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27 vs. Naga's CMD.

Vincent, you picked the wrong Avatar...

At the professor's query, Great Mastiff responds. "Statement; intent." As he swings again at the serpentine foe.

Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28... soo close
Slam damage: 1d10 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10 Bludgeoning &
Shove: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13, vs. Naga's CMD.
dangit!

AC is now 27.

'Abomination; cogitation, sub-par...
Self-identity; deemphasized. Infernal residents; say 'hi'...'

Striding forward, Great Mastiff allows his body to do what comes naturally to it, slamming one granite block-like fist into the serpentine form.
Slam attack: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16, if that hits, Slam damage: 1d10 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10 Bludgeoning &...
Shove: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17, vs. Naga's CMD.

Will: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17, Ooh, so close!

At the sight of the threat hurtling toward the child, Great Mastiff also moves speedily toward it, quickly intoning an incantation of defense.

Move,
Cast Mage Armor.

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Perception: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Great Mastiff is a bit taken aback by the scene before him.

Great Mastiff's massive hand clamps down on Argonia's shoulder. ][Interjection; correction, implied 'belonging' incorrect. 'Victor' =/= property. 'We',][ At that, he spreads his arms indicating everyone present in the chamber, ][=/= property.][
][Continued ignorance, contraindicated. Correct.][
Having said this, he releases her & proceeds to sift through the items on display, eventually finding a belt, an interesting amulet, two rings & a pair of scrolls which meet his fancy.
As he 'dons' each item, you see them slowly sink into his form. Observing closely, you see them flow within to their proper location on the smaller form inside.

Amulet of Mighty Fists +1
Belt of Mighty Constitution +2
page of spell knowledge: Endure Elements
page of spell knowledge: Identify
ring of protection +1
ring of sustenance

I think that's it for me for tonight. Work seriously depleted my energy today & I have class tomorrow and final later this week.

Which Knowledge. DM?
Knowledge (arcana, dungeoneering, engineering, geography, nature, planes... all share the same modifier: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24, I'm going to assume at least one of those is applicable...

][Statement; that Eox...][ There is an odd burring tone & you realize that Great Mastiff just shivered.
][Statement; that path, contraindicated.]

][Declamation; clearly deoptimized...][ Great Mastiff shakes his head before looking at the others. ][Query; action plan?][

untrained Intimidate: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13, to 'aid other'.

Great Mastif maneuvers the receptionist to best 'understand' Figit's viewpoint...

As the receptionist finally realizes something is amiss, Great Mastiff takes the opportunity to quickly pluck her up from behind the desk & away from any possible hidden weapons.

Figure...
Grapple check?: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

][Query; Comprehension, deoptimized?][

So Lisa & Elai have already gone down the hall toward 'Play Bunny Rooms'?
Int check: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21

Seeing the two Lashunta drawing away from the rest, Great Mastiff turns to the others. ][Statement; optimal probability of return/maintain cohesion.][
][Query; follow, Y/N?][ He adds, pointing to the receding natives.

][Comprehension; Query; Eox, In-system planetary body?][ Great Mastiff muses while reading the signs.

][Statement; present circumstances trying. Admonition; interpersonal verbal attacks, counterproductive.][ Great Mastiff warns the others as he makes for the exit.

As I stated earlier, I have a sneaking suspicion I am going to wind up being the 'straight man'...

Great Mastiff Harmphs slightly before determining who else is in need & desires to be freed.

Turning once more to those within the chamber still bound, Great Mastiff steps in. ][Statement; Threats, Unnecessary. Implication, hurtful.][

Str Check: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17, to burst Celes' bonds.

**Sigh**][Correction; Copulation =/= Procreation...][ Suddenly, Great Mastiff realizes he has been drawn into a discussion regarding one of the...
ickier things about humans, shudders, (incidentally releasing the mad, morally deficient, scientist) and strides towards the exit.
][Declaration; Departing. Query; Accompaniment?][

][Interjection; Query; Immediate Relevance?][ Great Mastiff intrudes on this highly intellectual discourse to remind his fellow refugees of more pressing matters at hand.

Something tells me I'm doomed not only to be 'the Hulk' in this party, but also the straight man...

][Statement; Conclusion, Foolishness.][. Grey proclaims as he concludes his transformation unimpeded by their captor. Standing up, he steps forward to push her away from Victor.
Bull Rush attempt: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

][Clarification; entity: 'Great Mastiff', not product of Avistani technomagic.][

At the female's query, the statuesque figure shifts, focusing it's attention squarely upon her.

][Statement; Castrovel, second planetary body from stellar axis within this system.][
][Query; relevance?][

Not necessarily 'much' larger. That robot from the Day the Earth Stood Still was pretty big...
Current effects: Large size, 15' Reach, AC: 19, Slam attack: +6, 2d6 +6 Bludgeoning, Str Mod. +4

Striding through the crumpled remains of the doorway, the massive figure surveys it's surroundings.

][Imperative; Identity, Purpose?][ Pausing & examining those present more closely. ][Query; aid, required?][

Held action: clock the kidnap-bot if it takes an aggressive action against him or anyone else in the chamber.
if needed, Slam attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12...
::sigh::
if that hits (which I doubt), Slam damage: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (6, 3) + 6 = 15 bludgeoning.

Current effects: Large size, 15' Reach, AC: 19, Slam attack: +6, 2d6 +6 Bludgeoning, Str Mod. +4

Feeling the window for escape is closing rapidly, Great Mastiff slams his/?it's? massive form into what seems to be the only door in the chamber.

Boom!

Str check: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18, to break the door open.
I'm going to feel real stupid if that doesn't do it...

Noting a continued lack of response, Great Mastiff shrugs & begins the preparations for kinetic aggression.

Casting Enlarge Person.

With no response forthcoming, Great Mastiff concludes the worst & prepares accordingly, a nimbus of arcane energy forming a web of defense further about the shell.

Casting Mage Armor. Ac is now 21.

Will: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13, yes, I know he has a crappy will save for a caster, I said he had less common sense than a stunned fieldmouse...
Also, given that he is currently under the effects of the spell Summon Eidolon, rather than the usual Eidolon summons, the shell will only last for a total of four minutes. Feel free to determine the time runs out when it runs out...

As the armored form materializes, it immediately shifts to a defensive stance.

][Imperative, declamation, Query: Threat; Y/N?][

Nixie wrote:

I'm not trying to be overly dramatic. It's just impossible to give 15 month old twins a bath AND play DnD! I promise to keep up as best I can!

Ah yes, I remember it well. Of course, mine's twelve now & was never twins, but I sympathize.

"'ere ma'm, Put yer 'and on me shoulder 'n' I'll walk yer out ta where ever'one is." The small boy offers that least odd of the odd women.
Offering assistance to the seemingly blind woman while preparing to summon something if things go pear-shaped, as he suspects they are about to.

"Ma'm? I don't know about you, but now is about the time I start running & hiding..." the boy whispers as the enormous magical vessel continues to deal mercilessly with the others.

I know I'm going to regret this...

Eyes wide at the sight before him, the boy scurries into the closest niche out of sight. Whereupon he hastily begins a series of incantations & gestures.
Find a place to hide & start casting Summon Eidolon, it has a full-round casting time.
Now I definitely have to finish updating the Eidolon...

Suddenly, an armored, man-sized form bursts from the alley, barreling towards the person-capturing craft!

Yes, this is Grey's Eidolon.
Yes, he's charging blindly at the Lashunta kidnapping craft.
No, he hasn't got the common sense of a stunned fieldmouse, why do you ask?

back in the bar

It's been quiet for about 5 minutes. Grey peeks out of the cupboard. The tentacles are gone. He's about to open the door when suddenly he hears footsteps...then through the cracked cupboard door, a knee high boot appears. Attached to the boot is a women's leg. Attached to the leg is a shapely Lashunta women in a space agy 'rainbow bright' outfit. She stands facing the other direction, with her hands on her hips, surveying the destruction.

I can't help but say this classic line...

What do you do?

The crunch of gravel & broken glass echoes through the disarray as an oddly mis-harmonic voice calls out.

Suddenly, an armored, man-sized form bursts from the alley, barreling towards the person-capturing craft!

Yes, this is Grey's Eidolon.
Yes, he's charging blindly at the Lashunta kidnapping craft.
No, he hasn't got the common sense of a stunned fieldmouse, why do you ask?

This is Grey's Synthesist form & sheet. I think I have it updated properly, but I will double check.

][While this form is more robust, Grey allows us a greater breadth of utility. Which do you consider to be of greater benefit in the foreseeable future?][

Great Mastiff swings once more at the Bandit before him.
Slam attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13, that might hit... Slam damage: 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9 Bludgeoning

NEFG, given that both the Eidolon shell & Grey within have taken damage, how do you wish to handle the effects of the Positive Channel? I used to think that normal healing magics wouldn't work on Eidolons, but I can't find the ruling so it seems it does.
You don't necessarily need to post their stats, a description of what we see would also do to let us know these aren't the fey we've been encountering.

Seeing their foes are mere men, Great Mastiff charges for the closest.
Slam charge: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 4 + 2 = 8...
That's sad.

Initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 1 = 15