Hymn's page

Still here and watching.

Im still around

Hymn ponders the shapes. The weapons it chose were those of a theif or rogue. Maybe those choices of a previous owner? Not his choice though. If it can make its own choice, I should not take that away.

"I do not seem to be needed. I will be on the ship, when we are ready." Hymn pauses for a moment. "Zanthias youre more than welcome to join me. But keep in mind the captain is not much for antics."

Hymn returns to the ship. He'll wait in his cabin till the others or captain notifies him.

While waiting Hymn will communicate with the weapon by concentrating. Willing it to shift forms. Seeing if it will have any response.
(Will checks)
First a sword:
1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18
Then a shield:
1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20
Then willing iito take a form of its choice:
1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
Finally returning to Flame/Snake:
1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13

"Sorry, I was taking a look around outside to clear my head." Hymn pauses for a moment, pondering if he should mention the flame. Hymn holds up snake/flame. "I did find this. Which i spoke with the towers keeper about. I dont understand it but I think it likes me. Sometimes its a snake or flame which has not caused me any harm."

Hymn leaves the old man to find his new friends.
Walking up the halfling in pain. Hymn says "Can I be of any help? "

Im good for sticking around. Just crazy with full time work and full time school. Maybe a check to see who is still active

"One day I hope I am able to craft half as well as you do. It is an amazing thing." Hymn nods and bows. "I will take my leave to find the others. I will also try to see how this idea works. Is it of your design?"

Hymn bows to Bearik then states,"If you ever do need help, I would be glad to be of service. I have dabbled in blacksmithing a bit. Although, my skills are no where near yours. If you dont mind me asking is that a common dagger?"

Hymn gives a puzzled look at the old man. Without skipping a beat Hymn, now more curious than ever, says "I have seen many magical items and weapons.... on a rare chance a few artifacts. I have never heard of such a thing. It was a flame then snake then back to a flame. Do you know if it has a mind of its own? Or the intent of its will?"

Too overcome with excitement, Hymn just realized he was interrupting the old mans work. "I am sorry... I got so lost in trying to figure this out. I didnt realize I was interrupting your work. Can i offer assistance to aid for your time and the knowledge you gave? My strength and background may be of some help."

Hymn gives a almost dumbfounded look to the old man. After gathering himself, Hymn nods at the old man, " Greeting I am Hymn. I see from your work that you are a smith? I was wondering if you could tell me if you know anything about this flame? I found it outside..."

Hymn looks at the flame pondering what it could possibly be.

After thinking it over for a short period of time, hymn will try to find the priest and see if he knows what it is.

HHymn returns to the inside of tower carrying the snake/flame.

Also on side note, am i still holding flame or did it go back to ground?

Ill be posting later. Full time work and full time school has me a bit distracted. Dont worry about it Wolf, things happen! Game will go at pace we set, either way im happy to be playing.

Looking over the item Hymn takes time to see if he can figure out the magic of the flame.
Spellcraft Check:1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

After looking over the flame for a few minutes, he still feels perplexed by what it is. Hymn decides to gently grab the flame.

Without a map, it's hard to say where exactly I am. I apologize if I'm vague in my description of where I'm at. I don't know area around tower. You said there was a flame, so that is where Hymn is. I'm assuming since I didn't make my perception check, I haven't seen shadows/enemies. So, with that in mind Hymn is on the ground next to the flame, inspecting it.

Peception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13
OOC: Hymn would just be walking along the grounds by the tower.
Hymn continues to casually stroll and walks up to flame, trying to see how it works. He'll examine ground to see if it's a item or just a random spell.
Peception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

Hymn will wonder around the outside area of the tower. Just kind of wondering around and gathering his thoughts till it is time to leave. He'll also keep an eye out for anything suspicious.

DM feel free to roll perceptions if needed for me. Only access I have at moment is my phone. I'll try to post a little later.

Hymn waits silently as group decided their course of action.

Telepathy(Zanthias):

-------------------Catching up----------------------
Hymn nods in acceptance when Keeya says Zanthias is his responsibility.

Hymn then walks over to Zanthias and helps him up.

Pausing for a moment to consider Keeya's words. Hymn thoughts seem troubled. Hesitantly Hymn states(unlike his normal self) "A small group of people can move a lot easier through a bush than an army of people when looking for the head of a snake. When I was a general in Sulesh's army, we would send groups much like ourselves to assassinate the leadership. It would cause chaos and make it much easier."

Hymn pauses for a moment to collect himself, after realizing he was giving too much information about himself. Also, that he has already caused some problems.

"I am fine with Flame as the leader. I believe he will do an excellent job. I also agree with Keeya, the wastelands may not be a good task for our group." Hymn says with little hesitation in his voice now.

Hymn stands patiently watching the ritual. Seeming unmoved from the archon's bathing light. Hymn take quick notice when the halfling screams.

Not showing any concern Hymn looks over at the halfling, with a very stern look he says, "I have just met this halfling. His actions showed the intention of good. Although, I do not know his past. If he was asked to come here, then it was by the request of higher powers. I would say I have done more wrong then he has Avillias. I will accept him into the fold, if I am wrong it will be my hand that removes him. If he is not to be accept then let him go or kill him. Putting a being through this much torture is not a action I wish to partake in."

1) What do you think your role will be in the group? And in accordance with that role what two abilities would help you accomplish this? Some general roles are leader, tank, face, skills, blaster, healer, support, but there are many more.

I would say Hymn is a little bit of everything? He can fill the roll of tank/bodyguard/skill monkey/(Face provided Keeya makes him be nice)/scout. Boost to defense would be nice. Seeing that he has taken a different role(More of a bodyguard) than his war-lording before.

2) If you don't have an Astral projection yet let me know so that it becomes evident during the ritual. Xenia gaseous form will not work.
I should be good.

3) The item selection from the previous post.
Potion of Tongues and the Flute Hymn carries.

4) Your choice of location: wasteland

Nodding in agreement with Zanthais. Hymn starts to sing his song of fire. (In Ignan it sounds more like a soft human lullaby, then typical ignan language.) At the end of the song there is a burst of flame with a sharp turn in Hymn's voice.
Damage:3d6 ⇒ (3, 3, 4) = 10

Hopefully the fire has cleansed us both.... I am sorry for the harm it caused.
Wand of Cure light: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
Wand of Cure light: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8

Hymn upon entering removes his gear and puts it behind a pillar as requested.

He will nod at Keeya first then at Delmon in acknowledgement. Hymn will sit at the four elemental circle thinking that would be the best for his disposition.

"I do have fire I can bathe us both in, but it might hurt you where it would not hurt me. I am Jann." Hymn pauses seeing Zanthias' concern. "I can heal you after if you like me to continue. But I would not be worried. We all have our demons... I once lead a noble efrets army. I have done my fair share of harm and wrong. Trust me when I say that you have less to worry then I do. If you know any efrets, you would know why."

I'm at gen con so next day or two might be rough for descriptive post but I'll keep up

Hymn will take the eastern path, following the strange halfling. "I am sorry for the arrow, next time it will be more true. "
Telepathy(Keeya ) : I will take the eastern passage and see what I can learn. If there is trouble do not hesitate to call me.

Hymn nods waiting for ritual to take place.

Hymn ponders Delman's words for a moment and watches Keeya speak, then says "I will offer to help and I will go through this "ritual". But I will also say that I will do so on my own free will and I will not lose it. So as long as you can guarantee that, I will do what you ask. Provided Keeya has the same option."

Just checking in since I haven't seen any new posts

Just a heads up. Next week I'll be in indy for gencon. So I'll be around and post, it'll just be a bit in between.
-Joe

"Blood magic is used by a great deal of people. I have seen many use it for wrong reasons. I would like to know more before I commit blindly. I have shed much blood both good and bad, willingly and unwilling all the same. I fear being caught into the unwilling part again, also when we choose to leave this order if we will be allowed too. I wish servitude upon no mortal, let alone one I call a friend. I trust my Captain's judgment. But please keep in mind I have seen noble efrets and greater demons trick paladins with the same promises of good." Hymn says with great concern in his voice.

telepathy(Keeya): This seems a bit fishy, Captain. I don't doubt his sincerity, but rituals are not to be taken lightly. I'm sorry if I cause any grief or dishonor for questioning him.

Hymn will follow Keeya silently along the way. Escorting her along the way playing his normal guard.

Hymn bows and holds his dagger out when meeting Captain Delman Fredrel Vortani the Third then says him "Greetings Captain Delman Fredrel Vortani the Third, I am Hymn."

Then in (telepathy) "Keeya and I have travel far to meet you here. I ask you take just me in her stead. I owe a great debt to their family and only wish to keep her safe. It will be well worth the trade, I pull easily and without regret my share and her share of the burden."

Hymn floats gently down to the ground before the Halfling. In a very calm and collected voice Hymn says, "That arrow belongs in the giant I shot it at. My aim was true, I'm sorry if it got you instead. I have no quarrel with you, it seems we had the same foes. If I have cause you dishonor by hitting you with the arrow, I am sorry. My name is Hymn. If you still wish to do something, you will find me a harder battle then those giants we fought."

Hymn turns his back to halfing without care and says, "This will wait a moment."

Walking back to Xenia and Old man, "Your camp seemed to be in trouble, we decided that we would try to help. That is all."(if sense motive you can see he's being honest)
Hymn pulls out his wand of cure light wounds and cast it on old man.
1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Perception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14(assuming to see thru stuff, or if it dissipated)
Hymn will fly north 20ft, then put away his blade. In one fluid motion he will draw his bow and lets two arrows fly at the Purple Giant.
"Flame, Serra? Should we chase? I would rather not have giants angry and following our path to our destination." Looking over his shoulder after he fired several arrows.

(If penalty modifiers feel free to change results for shooting thru ash, if it's still up)

Shortbow: 1d20 + 11 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 11 + 1 = 21

Shortbow(second): 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 6 + 1 = 27(HIT)
(1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 6 + 1 = 21(not confirmed))
Damage:1d6 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

@Gm I have a bab of +6, so it's one extra attack at +1 and two - weapon fighting/improved shield bash(extra attack with shield plus still keep ac bonus.)
Donovan I would Imagine it would be. Most spells are same way
Phone post :-/

Round 2
Hymn will shift above Flame (5ft north). Making a wild swing with his sword at the hill giant(green). Cutting across the Giants face then bringing his shield around for a final blow. With a miss Hymn swing out again with his third blow going far wide.

Longsword: 1d20 + 9 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 9 + 1 = 27=hit
1d8 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

Shield bash: 1d20 + 9 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 9 + 1 = 18=miss

Second longsword attack: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 1 = 9=miss

My bab is 6, just wanted to make sure. When I was originally calculating his attacks and defense didn't notice it.

@GM Just to make sure, since it's been a bit since I've multiclassed or had hit dice, at a +6 base attack you get an extra attack? I though you got one when you hit 6 11 and 16. Otherwise definitely disregard the second attack.

Hymn hoovers slightly to the side of Flame. Moving diagonally 5 up and over. "We need to finish these quickly beast as quickly as we can... I've been hit by a giant before. It hurts a bit." Hymn says with a bit of a smile.

"Death to you!!!" Hymn says while violently smashing his shield into the face of the giant on his flight up.
Shield Bash(spiked shield):1d20 + 9 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 9 + 1 + 2 = 26(Hit)
Damage:1d6 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

With a quick maneuver Hymn uses his flying ability to almost spin in a circle. Taking two swings with one pass, apparently a bit wide with each them.
First Swing(Sword):1d20 + 9 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 9 + 1 + 2 = 15(Miss)
Second Swing(Sword):1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 2 = 13(miss)

Perception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

While he's up taking a quick glance at the battle field he notices the newcomer. In common to Xenia, Hymn says "I'm assuming a foe of a foe is a friend... Seems like we have a common enemy. I am Hymn, well met."

Looking quickly back at Serra.

Thinking landing in those spots. Let me know what you think Flame.

Hymn will jump with Flame guiding him towards the closest Giant in their path. Keeping out of range of the Giants attack when they come in.

Wondering what kind of check I'll need to make. Probably a fly check which I'll need to roll. (Side note I need to add my perfect flying ability to fly skill which is a plus 8 and a class skill)
1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21

"Flame we'll move on the Captain's order. I'll appreciate the help. If they are giants we maybe in over our heads." Hymn says never turning his head away from looking down at their target.
"Donovan please follow with the Captain, Serra will head down with Flame and I. We may need aid when you arrive."

Wb sir! Was worried there for a bit.

"Flame I can guide you and Serra down. You both seem light enough. At the least help you break the fall so you may not need to roll. It will make us a bit more of a target but it should be ok. " Seeming very serious about his offer.

"You should be fine Flame. I have jumped out of this ship easily a thousand times. Never once have I hit the ground. We've only had one crew mate fall to his death, that was just because the wand ran out of charges....I believe it was replaced here recently. Any last words just in case?" Hymn says with as much mirth as you can imagine the jann can muster.

"Captain might be best if you keep a eye on the ship, while we go down. Least till we figure out what we're getting into."

Hymn will stay topside with Keeya.
Strength: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16
"Captain please be careful.... they may have some ranged capability." Hymn kinda stares off into the area of conflict. Knowing a battle may soon take place.

"Flame, I have told you as much as I know. I think it's probably best if we ask the person who wrote our note or the cleric himself." Hymn seems pretty honest with his statement.

Following the Captains command, Hymn approaches Flame. "You are needed in the Captains cabin. There are matters we need to discuss."

Assuming he comes.

"At the Captain's command, I'm requested to let you know about what has occurred. The cleric that has joined us, is doing so by the request of something unknown. There seems to be a very strong being behind the scenes."

Hymn in probably the most unexciting voice you've heard from him "Some forces are moving that are more powerful than we may have thought. Something spoke thru the cleric good or evil, I was not about to deny it's request. I feared doing so would put the ship in danger.

"It may be a good idea to ask questions as the letter read. I have seen many powerful things but this is beyond what I have experienced before.

Hymn will fly up with the Cleric in hand.

Just before the flare.
Telepathy(Keeya): Captain, I'm bring him up anyhow. There are forces at work that we are better not to mess with.

Upon arrival of ship, Hymn drops the cleric off and moves to tell Keeya what has occured.

Hymn descending towards the platform.

Diplomacy 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16
"Greetings from the Skyship Captain. We will be making a quick stop then we will be able to provide you transport to where you're going. Provided the Captain sees fit to bring you aboard." Hymn stays silent for a moment.

Telepathy(Keeya): We have a cleric of Abadar seeking passage. The guards seem okey with him, although it doesn't mean he isn't lying or paid them off. I'm unsure we should take him aboard because of our mission, although it may not be bad to have him along. Please send me a signal.(Hymn's signals for Keeya is 1 flare for no, 2 flare for yes)

(Upon receiving signals)
If yes:
"Captain sees fit to have you aboard. I will gladly fly you to the ship. As you may know there is much danger if we land and I will not allow it to jeopardize the current mission. The Captain will tell you the rules and cost. If you agree to them, we will keep you aboard. If not I can return you here." Hymn will fly Donovan to the ship upon his consent.

If No:
Hymn turns invisible and returns to the ship.