"Guard duty huh? I guess no job is too small." Oliver looks curiously at Orin's expression as he peers off into nothing at the mention of pie and begins shuffling a deck of cards.
What game do you like?'
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After getting sick and then moving my g/f down to North Carolina from NY I'm finally back. Still some unpacking and stuff to do, but not enough to keep me from posting. Nate, can you let me know when is a good time to chime in?
Hey guys, I have strep throat so I have been out of it the last couple days. I think my body is starting to win though so I'll try to post up today.
I am getting a bad feeling about this place...I fear if we are not careful, we might end up sharing the same fate as these two." Oliver says as he motions toward the skeletons with a nod. He then walks over toward the skeletons for a closer look...
Oliver's heart thumps wildly for a brief moment as the door opens, revealing the ghostly figure before he realizes it doesn't seem to be threatening. Hoping none of the heroes noticed his jittery nerves, he quips..."Perhaps it is merely a vain attempt to scare away trespassers?" ...An echo from the past? Oliver walks forward and waves his hand through the phantom image.
Oliver's bow has been at the ready since the darkened hallway appeared to them "Can you make out what they are saying? Is it... human?"
Oliver eyes grow wide as the alcove opens into a darkened hallway...he looks toward Tera. "I don't know that 'impressive' is the word I would use. This place is really starting to give me the creeps." Hanging back with the rest of his new comrades he looks behind him... making mental images of passageways... thinking about the fastest route he can take out of here if things start to go really south
After the crab retreats Oliver gives the untouched treasure one last wistful glance goodbye before turning to Keade. "Well, it looks like this crab just wants to be left alone. Perhaps we should go see if Tera or Sal have found anything."
Oliver's eyes grow wide with envy at the thought of sharing in the "vast" treasure and succulant crab dinner. His bow string, taut and ready to let loose an arrow at the first sign of battle from either side, slackens as Tera and Sal begin to back away. Well, I guess that's that He falls back with Kaede...keeping his bow ready. "Good idea Kaede, probably not a bad idea to keep an eye on this thing... just in case"
Not realizing it until Sal mentions something is amiss in the water, Oliver Jumps back at the sight of the moving helmet. "By the Gods! What is that!?" Oliver draws his bow and aims an arrow at the oddity not really sure if it would even help. First hellish beasts and now this? This trip is turning out to be a lot stranger than I expected"
Oliver stands awkwardly still, essentially stunned by the speed at which the heroes dispatched this shadowy figure. ”There is no doubt in my mind that you heroes are destined
I should at least help look around
Looking up at the statue "Well Tera, I have to admit... I like what you have done with the place." I noticed that my arrows and many of our weapons did not seem to do much to those over-grown dogs, Does anyone know how we can hurt them if we run into more? -Uh , without being able to shoot fire form our hands?"
Oliver continues firing, hoping that his arrows are counting for something against these creatures as they seem to almost absorb the damage on impact. ,
...at least the fire seems to be working
Finding it difficult to get a clean shot at the remaining beast, Oliver quickly makes his way through his comrades, into the chapel and shoots.
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Tera, you got robbed so hard on that crit!
initiative: 8 Oliver looks visibly disheartened by the lack of effect from his arrow, but then smiles to himself as Kaelaah's flames consume the beast. Apparently, adventuring with heroes is not without its perks. He eyes his target and fires 2 more arrows. ,
The creaking doors sound almost thunderous against the dark quiet of the hall. As they unfold, revealing the macabre scene they hid, hellish sounds cause Oliver to tremble slightly. He gulps hard, fighting his desire to flee... his knuckles turn white as he grips his bow tightly... the trembling stops and he fire a quick shot at the snarling best.
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Oliver nods to Kaede "As you suggest." and pulls an arrow to his bow string while muttering quietly. His eyes begin to glow faintly red as he attempts to blend into the shadows. Let's hope this is a lot of preparation for nothing. Then again, ridding this country of a few more goblins with the help of these heroes might not be so bad
Oliver jogs over to Sister Amet-Ra and reaches out his hands to help her unload and decides it best to heed Sister Amet-Ra’s wishes regarding the timing of the ritual. ”Whatever you believe to be best Sister. Going in while it’s still dark and while any potential goblin scum in there are remain in a drunken sleep would certainly give us a distinct advantage.”
Hm.. This could be a good opportunity to make the path to Thistlestop a little safer and see what these heroes are made of. I just hope they don't get me killed in the meantime... "That's a good plan Sal. I'm decent with a bow, I'll help take up the rear as well. Be vigilant, goblins and other creatures like to pick at travelers on this path. I'm ready when you are."
Visibly taken aback... Oliver Jerks his head toward Sal at her greeting and stands to gives a slight bow. "as-salaam ‘alaykum," I see you have not become too famous to remember us "little people" he says smiling. It's good to see you all back and well.
I was initially interested in the tower of ages... but I think the wild wild east game sounds pretty amazing.
I would be down for playing this one out the dungeon if everyone else is.
I think I would personally be more interested in doing something new. I could commit to post 3-4 times a week. I know others would still like to post multiple times/day, but even every day would be difficult for me at this point.
Lol... I'm guessing Nates still pretty high
Can you lift cars with 1 hand now? (With or without the heavy dose of pain killers?)
"Arrows and songs?"...Oliver remarks mockingly? "She is quite lucky that is all that she got..Sir Justinius was about to turn her into a fiery kabob." "Thank you for the healing Val. I also fear that this is not the last we will see of her, not including what other evils stir in this place." "Would you care to sing us a song while Justinius prepares some food Jim?"
As the ranger falls uncontrollably toward the ceiling he quickly casts a spell causing him to land soft as a feather. Flipping over to land his feet on their new ground he takes aim at the fiery maiden once again. behind the scenes: Immediate: cast feather fall Swift: uses 1 MP to cast Fly Attack: spell combat with spell strike (frigid touch) ;
and staggered Crit Confirms
Seeing that Justinius and Jim have already made short work of the hulking monstrosity, Oliver turns all of his attention to the flame queen... Unleashing a volley of arrows in her direction and one veiled in a thin cast of ice that glints in the fiery light of the room as it flies toward her. behind the scenes: Immediate: Makes the queen his target (+3)
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and staggered Oliver will use his Jingasa to confirm his Crit
Oliver glances quickly between the Queen and her new body guard before deciding to join his companions in hopefully dispatching the huge beast as soon as possible. "Reggie...is it just me or are they getting uglier the further down we go? We should make this quick." Oliver taps into the power within him as his bow begins to frost over and crackle with energy before letting loose his arrows on the wrathspawn. behind the scenes: Immediate: studied target +3 Swift: [1 MP arcane surge] Casts frigid touch (4d6 cold dmg and staggered no save) Attack: Spellstrike/Spell combat (intense/empowered shocking grasp (1MP for abundant casting to hit 2 targets) ;
Sneak attack dmg on beast?
Sorry for the delay. I'm back
Oliver will sneak around with Val to maintain invisibility smirking at Justinius and Jims remarks. This group certainly has a way with words eh Reggie? "Val...That eye clearly senses we are here, we will need to be extra careful to maintain our surprise."
"Hmm... What is she doing? Some sort of ritual gone wrong? I suggest not giving her another crack at it." Oliver examine the warrioress for any weaknesses and prepares to shoot if it comes to a fight.
After listening to Justinius's somewhat long-winded retort Oliver can't help but offer him an invisible grin and nod of approval. "You have a stout heart Justinius. I'll cover you from back here." behind the scenes: Oliver will also wait to see what's behind door #1 before firing off into it
Oliver has no problem using whatever concealment is offered and moves to Val.
Oliver slips invisibly into the shadows just before the door is opened.
Hello out there...
After tasting what might be the best water he has ever put to his lips, Oliver attempts to save some in his canteen. "A portal to the plane of water?… I am not sure how useful that would be for us desert folk Reggie." He nods in agreement as Justinius and Jim suggest moving forward with Jim scouting ahead. "I am not particularly fond of crawling through these dungeons… waiting to be attacked has never been my forte." "I understand that subtlety is not your strong point Jim, but perhaps a little help will not hurt.
"interesting..." Oliver says thinking out loud. "The water level in this basin is the same as it was before that swarm came out of it. Clearly, there is more to this than meets the eye." He dips his hand into the pool and scoops up a handful of water to examine whether it's perhaps good enough to drink.
Slaying Devils is thirsty work eh Reggie?
Less interested in what items the foul beast may posses, Oliver turns to examine the basin that contained the water elementals with the aid of Sir Reginald. +2 = 47
Oliver smirks at the wavering devil as he bends to Justinius's relentless onslaught. "This must be difficult for you...demon. To be , now, so helpless against one man. I am sure that you do not expect mercy as I can only imagine how little mercy you have shown to those in your path...but rest assured he is not just one man and evil like yours cannot possibly hope to stand fast against good.. and our vengeance is swift" With that he lets loose a barrage of arrows hurtling toward the fiendish beast... with vicious accuracy. behind the scenes: , , , , CRIT Confirmations
Double Nat 20 Crit confirm?
Hey we're back! Also... Justinius... I think your last round is lacking the trash talking befitting of beating a devils ass that badly
I can't wait to see what things high Nate comes up with
Round 2 - Init 34
The flash of light causes Oliver to squint. For a brief moment images of horror and darkness begin to enter the rangers mind before he shakes them off and instead sees his mother smiling at him... Oliver looks up again, clearly seeing the glittery beast before him and loads 4 arrows into his glowing bow. One begins to crackle with lightning. "Your kind does not belong in this world. It is time you went back to wherever you came from" behind the scenes: Immediate: slayer target +3 Attack: Using +2 Attack and AC and weapon bonus is +5 for DR .
Round 1 Init 34 "Aye, thans Jim... But it looks as though we have bigger fish to cook" Oliver says as he looks toward the light and the hulking outlined image within.
Oliver scrambles out of the water elemental swarm and ducks behind The towering Rimy Jim. "Those guys really have it out for me" he says through panting and gasping for air. "Jim, how about you hurry up and finish these pests off." behind the scenes: Oliver moves behind Jim using acrobatics and casts haste which should cover everyone.
Haha I like all the posts. @val... Are you sure that she doesn't say "You shall not pass" when casting wall of force?
...unable to cope with the stresses of modern dungeon life?
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