Aye. Be ready with the bow if I call out. Kroesh says as he finishes tying off the rope.
Perception:
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The bottom is about 50 feet down. We'll have to use the rope. Kroesh says as he looks around for something to tie off to.
OriginGM: How big is the room we are in now? What do the walls of the hole look like? Are they rocky like a cave wall? Or is it smooth like this is a constructed pit? Is there anything nearby we can tie a rope to?
Kroesh will move up to the edge of the hole with his sword ready and look in. Perception:
I know not. These foul things are evil, so I guess evil is their interest. Kroesh mutters still puzzling over why his aim was so poor. Kroesh regrips his greatsword and takes a couple of slow motion practice swings in the air. Maybe I need to flex my wrists more??
Action: Attack:
Damage:
Action: Attacking the remaining ghoul.
Attack: Damage:
Now Kroesh is angry! Raaaagh!
Action: Attacking same ghoul as first round.
Attack: Damage: Crit Confirm: Crit Damage:
Kroesh will raise his greatsword and attack the one closest to him.
action: Attack:
Damage:
Perception:
Kroesh will get the rope out of his pack, tie it off to the closest stalagmite and then hold it out for Imrarel. Imrarel, me, Vance then Cathran...
I'll not be healing sprained ankles. Take my hand and I'll lower you down. Who's first?
OriginGM:
Kroesh moves behind Imrarel and prepares to grab him if he starts to fall.
OriginGM: Kroesh is going to look around to see how big this room is and if there is any way to get around the hole Vance fell into.
Perception:
At least now we know the beetles are there. Were you on solid ground or do we need get out the rope?
I cannot make out anything except Vance. Kroesh replies to Imrarel. Give me your hand and I'll pull you out. he says while reaching down to Vance in the hole.
Origin: How far down is Vance? Can I tell if he's standing on the floor or just another ledge?
action: Kroesh will move up to the edge of the walkway and look in.
Perception
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I have a lamp if needed. I can see well enough without one to light it when yours fails Imrarel.
Actually I'm back working the other way too now.
Ahh nice...that worked.
I have no way to detect traps other than up here. Kroesh says as he taps the side of his head. I agree with Vance, that chest looks like bait to me. Give me the other end of that rope and you cinch it up tight. Everyone else keep an eye out behind us. Could be somethings just waiting for us all to start staring at the chest so it can stick something unpleasant in our backs.
OriginGM:
Cure Light Wounds
That should do the trick. 'Ahh, she's tough. Kroesh says after rechecking Cathran's wounds.
Lie here...How bad are you hurt? Kroesh says to Cathran while motioning to the floor in front of him. Origin:
Action: Kroesh will draw his greatsword and maneuver to AY60 and try to attack.
Greatsword to hit: Damage:
'I cannot dispel this darkness. Don't wander off. Sound off when I call your name. We should gather up and try to get to a wall to keep our backs against while we try to get out of this. ...Imrarel.....Vance.....Tao.....Cathran... Kroesh says while getting his rope out of his backpack.
Initiative:
'I will follow you all. You're eyes work better than mine.' says Kroesh who will then fall into line behind those with light sources.
Kroesh mills about the cave kicking rocks and thinking to himself...
Kroesh will also begin searching around the room. Perception:
Gah! Whatever evil is in this cave is infecting the mosquito's too!
action: Spiked gauntlet:
- To hit - Damage
Perception
Kroesh will keep examining the floor of the cave oblivious to all around him.
'Agreed, but only until our enemy is found. I shall not stand idle again while you bask in the glory warrioress.' Kroesh says as he moves into position behind Imrarel and draws his greatsword.
'The ogre's corpse has disappeared, this storm seems to be getting worse and we have no idea what we're looking for, but I'm fairly sure whatever it is knows about us already...I don't think splitting up is wise anymore.' Kroesh says in a quiet tone as if whatever is in the cave can hear him speak.
'I agree, the cave holds the answer to this weirdness. Everyone stay alert even here in town...I can't shake the feeling we're being watched.' Kroesh says as he rises, shoulders his backpack and heads for the door.
'Meat and water for me too.' Kroesh says to the waiter as he takes a seat next to Imrarel. 'My dream was the same as yours. It holds no meaning to me, but this bodes ill. Whatever inhabits that cave must be powerful. We should be prepared for anything this day...' Kroesh whispers.
In the morning Kroesh will pray to Gorum for spells that would better help him against wizards. He will then don his armor and greatsword and head down to the main level to join the group.
After finishing his food Kroesh seeks out his companions. 'These folk could be makin noise all night thinkin' their ogre troubles are over. I'm getting one of the quiet rooms. If'n you want to sack out on the floor or just leave your stuff somewhere out of reach you're welcome. See you in the morning.' With that Kroesh will walk over and talk with the innkeeper and pay his 10 copper. Once in the room Kroesh will lay out his armor and greatsword on the bed, take out his oilcloth and whetstone and begin his ritual of sharpening and polishing. 'Sorry Belka...' his whispers as he slides the stone lovingly down the length of the blade...'Tomorrow we will find a worthy foe I promise.'
'I'm all for moving on, but I believe that our spell casters need preparation time!' Vance says to Tao. 'Perhaps we should go back to town to prepare??' 'I agree. Whatever is causing this storm is a bigger threat than this ogre was.' Kroesh says as he looks once again at the ogre's corpse. 'Besides...I came here for battle and so far all I've done is carry wood. By Gorum, my blade will taste blood before this is through!' Later at the Inn...Kroesh pushes his way through the crowd and finds a seat at one of the tables in the back and waves to one of women carrying food. 'Meat and ale!' he says in a voice loud enough to be heard over the noise of the celebration. OriginGM: I am choosing different spells for the next days outing.
OriginGM:
'An enchantment that could change a thinking being like that was created by a very powerful spellcaster. As well as well-to-do one based upon the quality of the shield itself.' 'Aye...There could be a more dangerous foe deeper in the cave. I'm thinking we should regroup back in town after we burn the dead. Gorum grants me better spells for handling mages than what I have prepared.'
Kroesh will begin gathering as much wood as he can from the surrounding forest.
OriginGM:
Kroesh keeps a cautious eye on the cave mouth...'If a curse was not the reason for the ogre's condition we may be dealing with powerful magic. I agree that we should dispose of the bodies. I suggest however that we enlist the help of some of the townsfolk to make the job faster. Most of the dead are probably local and their families may want to know their fate. One of us should go back and gather some help and some oil while the rest of us begin dragging out corpses and building a pyre.' he says.
'Put it down here Tao.' Kroesh motions towards a bare patch of ground in front of him. 'I want to inspect it closer.' Spellcraft
'Tao, that shield you're carrying appears to have an enchantment upon it. This could be what caused the ogre to go mad...maybe a curse.
'The ogre's corpse has magic about it...as does something in the cave. Kroesh says to those nearby him. 'Imrarel you said something about this place feeling wrong. I'm getting that feeling also.' 'Vance!...Tao!...look for something that does not belong in an ogre's cave, but be careful!'
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