Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Thanks! I gotta say, the best kinda final encounter is when everyone is at serious risk of death but the scrappy heroes pull through to save the day! Wait... the GM is a supervillain... hmmmm.....
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Would you mind removing the value from the total so I can add my items purchased? Also I'm going to buy a new healing wand at the conclusion do I don't forget next time.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
I had a great time with this scenario and I hope to play with all of you again at some point in the future!
GM Supervillain: Admittedly I haven't recruited for a game recently, but as a policy I recruit by lottery but give my prior GMs a chance to bypass said lottery once per GM session.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Watts is in my face to face group. There is also a Tengu Medium named Quoth, although that player hasn't been using Quoth very often. Watts I've seen in action starting from level 1, and I think the last time I played with him was for the Cosmic Captive, where he got to use his absurd linguistics skill in the final encounter. Definitely my favorite character from that player. I ended up making a Ratfolk investigator because of him.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai shrugs. "Well, most parents I know couldn't fight off insanity caused by sleep debt, much less that from a insane entrapped genie. While I'm more than happy to do my part in keeping the egg safe I do think you shouldn't sell yourself short. I've seen several Pathfinders turn their blades on an ally after succumbing to a vicious spell and I've never thought less of them for it (says the lvl 8 adventurer with a +3 will save), no more than I think less of someone who is too slow to dodge an expertly thrust blade."
He motions for Paicho to bring forth the egg.
"You are the parent of this egg, and if you still wish us to take it from here we'll do so. But now that's your decision to make with a clear mind."
Diplomacy:1d20 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 17
"That being said, there is much of this site that could use documenting, and the corpse of the mad Marid lies within. Perhaps you could show up around? I'm sure the Pathfinder Society will wish to make sure it's historical value is preserved while ensuring that the Marid be held within until it's soul is judged by Pharasma."
Did we ever search the room where we fought Moukadeem? If not Korai will give it a once over after the water drains before leaving.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
That's 2 games completed with rather frightening final encounters. Just wrapped up the last encounter of Solstice Scar B at my table. GM, believe you're playing at a table with a friend of mine playing Watts Helm.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Is there anything preventing us for camping here for the night and having Gratus cast restoration in the morning? I'd say let's bring Alfashti back too, but taking her away from her ward doesn't seem like a great idea. For now, I'll say use the last scroll on Alfashti, see how it works, then drag the Naga home too if it fails.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Since we're bringing Zahra back either way, I'll go with having Gratus cast resto all the way home. Regarding the Naga, I'd like to try at least 1 scroll first just in case there is a good reason not to bring them home with us.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
1 charge of infernal healing?
Korai takes a quick look over the notes.
Linguistics:1d20 + 9 ⇒ (14) + 9 = 23
"Hmm... Aquan... hidden messages in the mosaics... we can take notes and check those at our leisure once everyone is secured."
Waking Zahra, and seeing her response he speaks to hear in a slow and measured tone, clearly dodging the question but attempting see what sort of control the Marid had over her, and calm her.
"Moukadeem attacked us, and clearly had no care for your well-being. Upon you being subdued, he continued to flood the room and submerged you in the waters. In fact he laughed at your plight when he thought you had died. The Pathfinder Society sought your safe return, and we represent them. Please work with us and we'll ensure you are cared for."
Sense Motive to sense for compulsions:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai sits in the entryway coughing up water for a while before he sits down with Zahra. "So... what do you think... compulsion, seduction, torture, or treason?"
He goes through her clothing for weapons, valuables, and clues, then inspects her for signs of torture.
"Lets make sure she's well bound, and see if she's able to shed some light on this situation. If she's still blathering on about Moukadeem, it may be worth a Restoration or Break Enchantment spell. If she truly went rogue... well... we'll take things from there."
Perception:1d20 + 13 ⇒ (8) + 13 = 21
"As for the Naga, we should inform her that the corruption has been dealt with. If we can cure her mind, then perhaps she would be able to guard the remains against any chance of reanimation if she wishes to continue her task. Otherwise, I see no reason to lay blame on her for the corruption of Moukadeem. Her lost eggs will be pain enough for her... If we can cure her state of mind at least we can return one of them intact."
Looking over Zahra he shrugs. He checks her bindings, then produces a potion of Cure Light Wounds. "Shall I wake her?"
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Does the KO end the spell that raised the water?
Korai awakes in a panic feeling for the wound that knocked him out. He looks about, notes that the Marid no longer appears to be a threat, then slowly moves along the floor to the exit.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
3-D underwater combat! I think you mentioned that Moukadeem is 16' tall, and the ceiling is ~25ft. I'm assuming it's 10 ft above the ground and it's head is basically at ceiling level? Would it be correct to say that Moukadeem occupies 2x2x3 'cubes' on the field?
Swim:1d20 - 1 ⇒ (19) - 1 = 18
Taking the speed boost from Blessing of Fervor, increasing speed to 60 ft. 1/4 speed = 15 ft, so going up and diagonally backwards two 'cubes' should be a single move action. That should put me roughly inside of the illusion.
Korai continues to ascend to the surface. Finally reaching the surface, he takes a deep breath of air, puts a little distance between himself and his foe, then taunts the Marid.
"Interesting hypothesis, but the way you fled from my gun makes me think otherwise."
He turns, flaring his cloak out behind him as he does so, but making it appear as though he is swimming left while he kicks off to swim right, hoping to use the illusory foe as concealment.
Using Equipment Trick (Cloak) to create a diversion to hide. Don't judge my idiotic feat selection.
Bluff:1d20 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20
If that succeeds (which it probably doesn't), and if the illusion can provide concealment... Stealth, speed penalty:1d20 + 23 - 5 ⇒ (11) + 23 - 5 = 29
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Does the successful swim check let me get up to the top with a double move? If so, is there air up there or is the entire room in a aqueous cube? I think that should have cost me 2 rounds of holding my breath for that movement, since I presume you ascend at half speed like flying?
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
"See if we can take Zahra alive... there are many questions I'm sure she can answer."
He shrugs as he drops the battered blunderbuss to the ground. Assuming the ammo is considered spent after dropping into water.
He quickdraws his pepperbox, twirling it about his finger, and takes a few practice movements aiming at each of the Marid's heads, then the undine's gut.
"The mad marids... not so much... unless it's convenient. The dead only pay once, the living can pay for the rest of their lives."
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai mutters a suggestion to Paicho in Aklo. "You know what... I have no idea what this is but I suspect it's not natural.... can you dispel or burn this away?"
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Fortitude:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22
"I'd offer a hand to shake,"...maybe even one without a gun in it..."but it's a little difficult to see in here. We have heard tales of you Moukadeem, Drowned Emir of the Ever-Thirsting Oasis, and I'm glad to finally meet you in person!"Especially in case we need to put an end to your madness.
Korai tries to feel her out... as mad as the tales tell, or just someone with a different point of view? Willing to entertain some healthy discussion, or just stalling to kill us all in one fell swoop?
Sense Motive:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 = 30
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
"A giant and a humanoid... a Marid and a former pathfinder maybe? Moukadeem and Zahra maybe? Shame we never bothered to ask for a description... Arm yourselves... I'll try to talk to them. If it goes south, drag my sorry feathered %@# out of there. And Paicho... keep those gloves ready."
Moving forward, holding breath, Pepperbox holstered and hands out where they can see them (I've got quick draw anyways... suckers!). Attempting to make peaceful contact with them.
"Nice place you've got here!"
He bites his tongue so to refrain from adding the customary second half of the sentence. ...would be a shame if anything were to happen to it.
Not sure what all I can accomplish from our position so I'll trust the almighty GM to decide my fate. Relevant skills/abilities: I've got +16 Acrobatics for navigating the hall, and +15 Diplomacy if I get a chance to communicate with them. I have 53 Hit points and the PP for a raise dead for when this inevitably goes south.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai peers in.
Perception:1d20 + 13 ⇒ (10) + 13 = 23
"Looks like it'll probably kill us. I say that only because the last few times everything seemed safe to proceed I nearly got myself or all of you killed."
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
This Kentucky fried chicken would certainly appreciate the 4 minutes. Assuming healing has occurred and Korai has had the opportunity to freshen up and probably take a leak into a lava flow just to see what happens....
"Another partial mosaic, another set of doors. So... another fireball trap?"
Korai will carefully inspect each of the doors for traps, including the double door.
Take 10 Perception:10 + 13 = 23
"Rocky, mind double checking for me? Besides, they probably hid the trap further in just like last time... maybe this room is the one of which the phrase from earlier was speaking."
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Whaaaaaat? So only 1 shot was needed... and it regained grit?
Current Status (Retcon edition)
HP: 22/53
Grit: 2/4
Pepperbox: 4/6 barrels loaded with regular bullets
On fire: No
Korai, stands on his carpet, motionless and with a look of fury slowly cooling.
"I hate elementals... Wandered into a Crysmal nest once. Not one of my most pleasant memories."
After finally regaining some semblance of composure, Korai carefully reloads and reholsters his pepperbox as he turns towards Paicho. "Thanks... I think I'd have been a cooked goose without your help there."
He removes his gloves and hands them to Paicho. "I somehow suspect that if push comes to shove, you're more likely to be able to use these then I will. Probably because I'll be the one needing them... Speaking of which... anyone have more of that hell healing? At this point I think the inferno would be a nice cool-off compared to here."
Paicho, take my First Aid Gloves. In case of emergency... breath of life!
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
"How bout we play a game of hide and go f-"
His words are drowned out by the blast and hissing sound from the lava.
"-self!"
Spend all of the grit! 1 Grit for Focused Aim to add Cha to Damage, and 1 Grit on my first attack and my haste attack. For the sake of not risking misfire on an inaccurate shot, I'll forgo my iterative by... lets say punching the air.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Probably best that I don't. Since I think another hit means falling unconcious into lava.
Reflex:1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 13 + 1 = 27
Current Status
HP: 10/53
Grit: 3/4
Pepperbox: 5/6 barrels loaded with regular bullets
On fire: No
Sad to be fighting a Rogue's greatest weakness, even after unchained: Yes
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Reflex:1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 13 + 1 = 26
Korai drifts back gently as he levels his pepperbox and begins to unload.
"Well... no vitals to target, but you're still not immune to lead!"
Spending 1 grit to use Focused aim, adding Cha to damage
Modifiers on all attacks are Inspire Courage, Flagbearer, Haste, and Shooting into melee penalty, reduced for 2 size category difference. All attacks are against touch. And this kids, is why math is important.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
In my defense, I was still under the mistaken assumption that you got a fort save to avoid getting the negative levels. They were level 7 so I figured that 1 scroll of restoration (which they had) would eliminate the worst of the results. As soon as the encounter started and I was informed of my errant assumption about energy drain I regretted my decision.
I have heard of worse though... I have heard of someone giving Specters spring attack and having them fight in a set of narrow corridors.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai utters a curse in Aklo. He quickly pulls out his pepperbox, twirls it around his finger and draws a bead on a stalactite just above the elemental's head.
Dazzling Display!
Intimidate:1d20 + 17 - 4 ⇒ (3) + 17 - 4 = 16
I think Korai is just going to go cry in a corner now.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
At tier 7-11 I'd consider the resto scroll cheap, so feel free to use it if it has even a chance of getting us a leg up on what's going on in here. Besides, I'm clearly not holding up my end of the costs on healing having drained my wand last adventure and forgotten to get a new one.
The only reason I'd consider holding onto the scroll is if we think there's a good chance we'll be needing it for ourselves, but I've got 2 of em and we have little reason to believe a group of specters is chilling in here. At least I really hope there isn't... I hate specters. And wights. Especially cairn wights.
In a homebrew game I gave a cairn wight class levels in swashbuckler for an 'On Stranger Tides' themed adventure and immediately regretted it.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
"Just make sure this Lunatic Naga is safe. I'd hate to have her die due to careless positioning after that whole mess."
He tosses one of his Restoration scrolls to Gratus. "Use as you see fit. Now, later, never, your call."
With that, Korai hops on his magic carpet (#5), pulls a couple threads loose from one of the images, and brushes the strands together. After a couple tries, the carpet hovers into the air. "And I didn't even have to say some idiotic gnomish babble either."
He smirks towards Wembly. "No offense, but you've gotta admit, gnomes always make the most ridiculous activation words. You could be dead before you're halfway finished saying it."
As he gets the hang of balancing on it, he looks over at his compatriots. "Try not to fall off. The terrain isnt particularly friendly."
He opts to holster his firearm and sheath his dagger, keeping both hands free in case he needs to bail.
Will use cloak trick to glide out of any horrible aerial mishap Korai is doomed to encounter given his die rolls for this scenario.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Well I've got 2 of these scrolls, so if it doesn't work we've still got 1 for later, but either way works for me. Although either way I'll need a couple taps from the hell healing wand.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Korai breaths a sigh of relief as the Naga slumps over.
"Let's bind her and get her out of here. She has clearly gone mad... but if she truly was once the defender of this site, her wisdom may prove invaluable if she can be cured."
He pulls out a scroll of restoration. "If it'll help, I'm sure the return on investment will be worthwhile."
He plucks a few burnt feathers off of himself and shakes his head. "I swear Zyphus has it out for me today... but so far I'm still alive. I guess the big question is how to proceed."
He slowly inspects the room the Naga inhabited and rifles through her belongings as he continues.
Perception:1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28
"She seemed honest despite her mental state... I would be inclined to believe her description of the traps and wards. We'll need to take great care moving forward."
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
My interpretation has always been that you only need to pass 1 of the 2 in order to successfully maintain the grapple. So if you choose to make a second check to apply another condition and fail the check, you don't release the grapple as long as 1 of the 2 passed.
Admittedly I've never dealt with this in PFS, but that's how I had handled it in the adventure path I ran that had a grapple brawler.
Intimidate:1d20 + 17 - 4 - 5 ⇒ (3) + 17 - 4 - 5 = 11I think there should be a -4 penalty for me being smaller than her (which I forgot last time), and a -5 penalty for this being the second attempt, rendering this unlikely to succeed. But hey, I've got a shot right? Edit: Hurrr.... nope.
Male Tengu Gun1/Rogue7 | HP 53/53 | AC 19, T 15, FF 14* | F: +6, R: +13, W: +3 | CMD 20 | Perc +13 | Init +7
Reflex + Fervor:1d20 + 13 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 13 + 2 = 16Next up, Korai steps in a pile of sh----AVING CREAM!
Korai carefully considers his next move, preparing to incapacitate the crazed Naga. He considers his blade, but fears he may accidentally slay the deranged guardian. Instea-
BZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZT
...instead he takes a blast of energy straight to the face. Nevertheless, he keeps his calm and carries through. "Rocky... hold him down and let's end this."
Here's where things get tricky. Korai's turn depends very heavily on what Rocky does, and if he succeeds. Rather than play post chicken and risk holding everything up, I'll just make this point now with the following caveat: I'll be delaying until after Rocky's action, then doing the following. If Rocky does something else or fails to pin, Korai will make the same series of attacks, but without sneak attack and all of the goodies. Same dialogue, same action, just significantly less effect.
As soon as Rocky makes his move, Korai's dagger clatters to the ground, and with a quick flurry of well placed strikes he quickly renders the Naga (mostly) harmless and (mostly) unharmed.
Bonus to attacks from Fervor
Unarmed Strike + Fervor + Inspire + Flag:1d20 + 11 + 2 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 11 + 2 + 2 + 1 = 34 Nonlethal Damage:1d3 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (1) - 1 + 2 = 2 Nonlethal Sneak Attack Damage:3d6 ⇒ (3, 3, 4) = 10 Sickened for 3 rounds
Using Debilitating Injury to apply -2 penalty to AC vs allies attacks, -4 penalty to AC vs my attacks
As he strikes the Naga just under the throat he stares into its eyes with confidence and utters one sentence before the next strike. "Make peace with your god."
Free action intimidate for attacking a flat-footed target using Frightening Ambusher feat
Intimidate:1d20 + 17 ⇒ (1) + 17 = 18 If successful, Extra Shakened Duration:1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5From Equipment Trick (Cloak) feat and Frightening Thug ability. 4 rounds of shakened becomes 1 round of frightened.
