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Quinn spends the time following the group in as much silence as he can manage. The threat giving the group away by his heavy footfalls and armor chinks is hardly undone by his reluctance to speak, though... and over the pile of rubble he may as well have announced their arrival with clarion and bells.

"I guess the skulking part of our assault is over," he quips. "We are flanked," he says as Hyram moves to engage the first of the demons. "I will hold this one here."

Quinn moves back from the wall a step, so that the creature will have to come into line of sight for the archers.

"But, let's see if we can't soften that one up a bit for you," he says as three of the demoness's arrows pierce the demon. Quinn follows with golden "arrows" of his own with sparks of golden power behind them. (2 mythic points spent.)

Hurl Radiance 1: 1d20 + 13 + 1 + 1d8 ⇒ (7) + 13 + 1 + (6) = 27
Hurl Radiance 2: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 8 + 1 = 22

Damage 1: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15
Damage 2: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15

Guys and gal, I want to offer real apologies. I have hit a season where free time has been completely absent. This morning is literally the first time I have turned on my laptop in probably two weeks, and it was only because I did not have the chance to attend Church this morning. I'll be leaving for work shortly and again all day tomorrow. But, hopefully on Tuesday this period will end and normalcy will return. Tuesday, I will catch up the thread and have a post (with further and deeper apologies).

Quinn, aka Jonathan

Quinn lingers long enough to usher Alikia out ahead of him. "That was fast, but noisy. They know we're here. Best if we don't dally in one spot. Especially one with no other exits." Quinn hustles behind her as they catch up to the others. "They'll marshal together and attack there soon. We'll catch them from behind."

Quinn moves forward and levels a pair of devastating blows on the abyssal arachnid.

Move forward (fleet warrior).

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 18 + 2 = 38
Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 10 + 2 = 31

EDIT: Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 2 = 28

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 22 + 2 = 31
Damage 2: 2d8 + 44 + 2 ⇒ (4, 6) + 44 + 2 = 56

Quinn claps Aladir on the shoulder. "It is a solid plan. You've led the way well. But, now I think Hyram and I will take the vanguard," Quinn says as he draws his blade. "Watch her closely," he whispers as moves past.

After letting Aladir and Hyram observe the grounds, Quinn will make his way quickly across towards P7. (Hyram can be in front, if he is inclined!)

Quinn doesn't react as Arueshalae describes the disposition of their enemies. "Some movement is to be expected. But, if your description of the forces arrayed proves true, you will go a long way towards winning me over as well."

So, move through P6 into P7?

Quinn snorts. "I am demon-blood," he says, by way of explanation.

"Desire for redemption is good. Following through with action is better. Tell us about this place and the forces arrayed against us."

Quinn shares a sidelong glance with Hyram. He shrugs. "Never met a redeemed demon."

Quinn glances between Aladir, Hyram, and Alikia. One all too ready to trust the demoness. Another determined to run her through the gauntlet. The third simply indulging her intellectual curiosity. Radiance, still drawn from battle with the grimslakes seemed to offer Quinn's usual alternative. But, after a few tense moments, Quinn wiped the gore from the golden blade and sheathed it. There are other methods to cut to the heart of this matter, he thought.

Quinn focused in on the demoness, ignoring the bell and the surroundings. This was a power he used sparingly in these wounded lands. The danger of being overwhelmed by the scope of evil was real. But, focusing on one thing made it easier.

Move Action: Detect Evil - Arushalae (Full 3 Round equivalent).

As the glowing impression of the creature's aura begins to flood his senses, Quinn is already weaving the words of a question through gestures of magic.

Standard Action: Cast Confess

"Are you a true servant of Desna, foresaking the service of the demon lords, the cults, even yourself, and seeking redemption from evil?" Quinn asks under the power of the spell. "Speak truthfully or I shall know..."

Before entry...

"I tend to agree with Hyram. This has all the markings of the same trap we just sprung on the grimslakes." Quinn gestures to the corpses around them. "I follow your lead. But, I'll accept nothing from a succubus. Our own healing will suffice."

Inside the tower...

Quinn falls back, letting Aladir take the vanguard. He reels momentarily as the forbidding magic from the tower assaults him Will Save: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (8) + 15 = 23 shrugging off the worst effects. "One merit for honesty. One demerit for wounding us all," Quinn grumbles as he climbs the steps.

Inside, he circles the bell without ever putting his back to the demoness. Knowledge (Religion): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14 "Pretty, but untrustworthy," he says without any indication as to whether he was referring to the bell or the succubus...

Quinn dashes up the steps towards the final grimslake, but draws back momentarily as arrows pepper the creatures hides. "Your ally?" he asks the scout.

Without waiting for an answer, he dispatches the final grimslake.

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 18 + 1 = 27
Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 1 = 27

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 22 + 1 = 24
Damage 2: 1d8 + 22 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 22 + 1 = 30

"Nice plan," he grins his jagged, black teeth at Aladir. "Should've let you lead the way against the dragon," he rubs one of the remaining scars of that battle.

Quinn waits patiently as the trap draws in the other grimslakes. He takes position at the bottom of the stairs to let the bottleneck do its job. As the first creature approaches, Aladir unleashes a barrage of arrows to soften it up. Radiance reappears in Quinn's hand with a flash of gold as he steps forward to finish the job.

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (16) + 18 = 34
Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16
Power Attack SA: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (1) + 18 = 19 or 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (2) + 18 = 20

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (2) + 22 = 24
Damage SA: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (4) + 22 = 26

As Aladir backs out of the line of fire, Quinn launches Radiance at the creature.

Ranged Attack 1: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17

Damage: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

Quinn draws Radiance and prepares to step into the gap. "Aim true. I rather like my bones as they are..."

"It sounds like they don't move around well. All those scales probably don't give them too much freedom. If we could create a barrier, or even just a few obstacles to impede them, we could kill them from afar," Quinn taps Aladir's bow.

"Or we could just make a beeline for the tower. From the top we could snipe them to our hearts' content. No telling what waits inside, though."

"We are following your vision," he says encouragingly to Aladir.

Quinn is good with any plan we choose.

Quinn arches a jagged eyebrow. "The succubus is a conniver. She will offer you something enticing..." he stops at the look of determination on Aladir's face. "On the other hand, this is a rather long con. And it's foundations are laid through Drezen. That's a fairly unlikely circumstance to build such a lie upon."

*** At the fort... ***

"I have no qualms about taking the direct path," Quinn replies to Aladir. Then, with a grin he continues, "Bruises, scars, and gashes? I have all of those from taking the direct path. But, 'qualms'? No sir."

Party Loot updated with changes. Unless anyone objects, scrolls were removed from the list at no charge. (Honestly, I imagine Quinn, Hyram, and/or Aladir to be the biggest beneficiaries of a couple of those...)

"If you are ready to press forward then so am I. Though these packs begin to strain at the seams," Quinn says as he hefts the magical bags.

@DM: Without getting too meta, would we be able to liquidate/exchange any of the loot back in Drezen?

@All: I'm up for whichever, but the loot list is getting a little cumbersome.

Quinn is good in the sword department!

I need to review a few pages of gameplay to make sure the Loot Tab is up to date, even before adding the dragon hoard. But, it may be time to head back to town. We're sitting on a pretty good sized hoard of our own...

... Plus, I wouldn't mind giving Alikia and Ezro another crack at the corruption forge! Something rp fantastic is going to come out of that thing!

"I am not covetous by nature," Quinn breathes as he stands dazzled before mountains of gold and silver. "But, a dragon's hoard could tempt the humblest of hearts."

The process of sorting through the piles is too enjoyable to be considered a chore. "That sword looks made for your hand," he nods encouragingly to Hyram. "Perhaps this armor for our cleric?"

When the letter is found, Quinn begins scanning the walls of the chamber. "This says there were crusaders alive! Do any yet live?"

@Aladir - :)

"Stay alert," Quinn barely manages to whisper. He nearly falls from injury and the explosive energy of the attack. "There's no telling what contingencies this beast may have readied..."

"Ha! Perhaps he cannot stomach anything as tough as you, Hyram!" Quinn staggers again as he takes another punishing round of intense damage. "ENOUGH! Feast on this," he screams. Golden light bursts from him as he drives Radiance into the dragon.

Haste Smite Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 18 + 6 + 1 = 43
Haste Smite Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 10 + 6 + 1 = 36
Haste Smite Power Attack (Haste): 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 18 + 6 + 1 = 33
Haste Smite Power Attack (Sudden Attack): 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 18 + 6 + 1 = 28 or 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 18 + 6 + 1 = 31

Crit Confirm 2: 1d20 + 10 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 10 + 6 + 1 = 34

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 22 + 8 = 33
Damage 2: 2d8 + 44 + 16 ⇒ (5, 1) + 44 + 16 = 66
Damage (H): 1d8 + 22 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 22 + 8 = 38
Damage (SA): 1d8 + 22 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 22 + 8 = 34

Total Damage = 171

Boom.

"Also, I don't care if it took three arrows over his one swing, Aladir did more damage than Quinn this round! :P"

A competition is it?

Let's see if Quinn survives long enough to unload a mythic full attack... :)

Quinn spins back to his feet as an enormous sum of healing energies flow into his decimated body. He follows the spin through with a devastating swing against the woundwyrm. "You had your opportunity, wyrm. Now it is my turn."

Versatile Performance (dance) - Acrobatics check to stand without provoking: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (12) + 13 = 25

Smite Power Attack: 1d20 + 18 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 18 + 6 = 44

EDIT - Damage: 2d8 + 44 + 16 ⇒ (6, 4) + 44 + 16 = 70

Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 18 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 18 + 6 = 31

@DM: Can Quinn still act in this round?

I know how big this fight is, and all I can say is I am sorry for a long absence. Faith, family, and work have been a priority (Superbowl is the busiest day of the year for me). I have thought of the game many times, but have barely had opportunity to turn on the pc.

Stabilize Check: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20

Don't forget that Smite gives Quinn +6 deflection bonus to AC. (It looks like that wouldn't have mattered a bit this round, but... you know... next round!)

I'm going to give some time to let others take actions before Quinn.

An assortment of assaults blasts Quinn and Hyram as they step through the rift, ending with the pair suddenly in front of the woundwyrm. Quinn recovers his wits as Hyram declares his intent. "Most of you abominations want to converse endlessly," Quinn says as he steps forward. Golden light explodes from the paladin, "I'm glad we're skipping that step today..."

Swift Action: Smite Evil

Charge Smite Power Attack: 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 18 + 6 + 2 = 34

Damage: 1d8 + 22 + 16 ⇒ (1) + 22 + 16 = 39

Quinn casts corruption resistance twice, targeting himself and Hyram. (Attacks that target alignment do 10 less damage for 10 minutes.)

Quinn goes through a brief recitation, summoning a ally of the Inheritor.

Call Celestial Ally. (Target a Lantern Archon if possible.)

At the nod from the others, Quinn follows Hyram into the rift.

Quinn's weapon will overcome DR with Smite. So, between the scale and Hyram 8 castings of align should be enough to cover weapons and ammo. Can I be bold enough to suggest not aligning Alikia's weapons and instead using the 4th set of casting on ammo for Hyram? Ammo for Aladir as well?

Quinn comes out of his lengthy state of solemnity to finally comment. "This is a dangerous creature. But, this would be a devastating blow to the enemy. We should be fully prepared for battle in the morning."

There is a wand of flying in the party loot, Alikia. *nudge, nudge, wink, wink*

Thanks for the patience during my absence. I'm all in for the dragon fight.

I'm still here. We had launch services this week with our Church which was my focus this week. (I also just got really out of the habit of checking the thread over the break.)

I'll have a post up this evening.

I won't likely be available to post, tomorrow. So, I'll go ahead and wish you all a very blessed and merry Christmas!!

Quinn looks around uncertainly as dozens of unseen hands begin putting the temple back to rights around him. He laughs unconsciously as he dances an unbalanced two-step away from a flurry of invisible activity at the statuary to his side. "Your doing?" he asks Alikia as the proxy for the Lady makes her sudden appearance.

Quinn can only stand, mouth agape, as the pronouncement is delivered. "A child of the Lady..." he mouths as a vine of envy winds its way around his heart. Then the full implications crash down upon him and that vine withers quickly. "I do not envy you THAT burden!

When everything settles, Quinn will explore the remainder of the temple.

Quinn's anger as the woman vanishes is absolved as he endures more punishment from the creature. The demon was too close to Alikia to step by. Before he can retaliate, though, his allies had put the creature down.

It looks like the creature should be good and dead. Quinn will delay pending a possible invisibility purge.

A few moments' rest along with a double wave of Ezro's magical healing had Quinn back into fighting shape. The appearance of two new nemeses had his partly demon blood back at a boiling point. The sudden energy he received from Alikia's spell set him into motion.

Quinn was not one to judge on appearances, but the threat the draconic creature posed to Alikia was too great to ignore. A quick step was all that was required to get inside its defenses, and Quinn exploded into deadly golden flame.

5-foot step, maintain Inspire Courage.

Smite Evil.

Hasted Power Smite 1: 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 18 + 6 + 2 = 43
Hasted Power Smite 2: 1d20 + 10 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 10 + 6 + 2 = 26
Hasted Power Smite (Haste): 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 18 + 6 + 2 = 31
Hasted Power Smite (Sudden Attack: 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 18 + 6 + 2 + 4 = 36 or 1d20 + 18 + 6 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 18 + 6 + 2 + 4 = 41

Damage 1: 2d8 + 44 + 16 + 2 ⇒ (7, 4) + 44 + 16 + 2 = 73
Damage H: 1d8 + 22 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 22 + 8 + 1 = 33
Damage SA: 1d8 + 22 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 22 + 8 + 1 = 33

Quinn steps further back, resting from the attacks he had endured. Rather than re-engaging the battle, he begins a low chant to inspire his allies as he allows more healing energy to close his wounds.

Begin Inspire Courage: +1 Attack and Damage, +1 save vs charm and compulsion.

Lay On Hands: 5d6 + 6 ⇒ (6, 2, 6, 4, 2) + 6 = 26

Quinn falls back quickly, having reached his limit. He lets a sustained burst of healing energy flow into him while he considers how to re-engage.

Lay On Hands: 5d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 5, 5, 6, 3) + 6 = 28

Standard action withdraw.

Big congratulations to both of you! New prayers gladly added!

Quinn had become somewhat accustomed to the astonishing. But, that did not prepare him for a suddenly twelve foot tall Ezro, bristling with power, to enter the fray with a vengeance. "My friends are always full of such surprises."

Flanking Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 18 + 4 = 26
Flanking Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 10 + 4 = 27

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (7) + 22 = 29
Damage 2: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (7) + 22 = 29

I know during trials and tragedies it is hard to find room for Thanksgiving. But, I hope everyone did find some joy and fellowship during theirs. You are each still in my prayers.

Quinn levels the cultist with a final blow before stepping into the space to flank with Hyram.

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (13) + 18 = 31

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (7) + 22 = 29

5-foot step.

Flanking Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 10 + 4 = 24

Damage 2: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (3) + 22 = 25

Quinn moves into the room. (Diagonally to space left of 'K'.)

"Have you not yet heard of us?"

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (11) + 18 = 29
Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21

Damage 1: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (2) + 22 = 24
Damage 2: 1d8 + 22 ⇒ (8) + 22 = 30

Prayers for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Quinn nods at Aladir's report. He pauses before responding as he notices how morose Ezro has become. "Do not let concern overwhelm you," he says self-consciously after how introspective he had been previously. "One hill, one temple, one house... one foot at a time, if necessary... we will cleanse this land of the demonic taint."

Ready to move forward unless someone has a crafty plan!

And we're back! Mountains were beautiful. Hope I didn't hold anything up!

My wife and I are taking a little bit of an impromptu trip to the mountains for a few days. I do not anticipate having much access to WiFi while I'm there. Please bot me as needed.

I'm good with whatever path we take (temple, dragon, or other).

The last tinges of demonic red fades from Quinn's eyes and the gold returns even brighter than before.

Alikia hides her hand within the folds of her sleeve. Quinn frowns briefly at the odd behavior but does not comment. "Dragons are formiddable on their own. This one will surely be empowered as our demon foes have been."

"We need to be well prepared for that battle. I agree that the temple should be first."

Quinn looks back to Aravashniel. "We have dispatched a defrocked priest to Drezen to seek redemption. Since you can teleport, you may arrive as soon as he does. Kindly see that he is well treated."

"Also, Hyram liberated Wintersun Hall. The Northmen of Wintersun are now pledged to his service."

Mythic tier 4:

Bonus hit points: +5 hp
Ability Bonus: +2 STR
Mythic Power: +2/day
Surge: +1d8
Path Ability - Fleet Warrior (Ex): When making a full attack, you can move up to your speed either before or after your attacks. This movement provokes attacks of opportunity as normal.

Quinn takes a parting shot at the vanishing Vrock before falling to the ground in exhaustion and injury. "That was a trial," he says managing to hoist himself into a sitting position.

With a sharp kick, Quinn manages to flip the grotesque Vrock leader on his back. "This scum was engaged in some sort of ritual. I've seen it once before... I think. Those crystals," he points towards the far bank, "are the key, I'm certain."

Quinn rifles through the Vrocks gear for a moment before looking up. "Nahyndrian crystals," he says, unconciously pulling the name from memory.

Take 20 to search the corpse.

Quinn ignores the injuries he is taking. He ignores the last Vrock altogether, sidestepping himself into peril to place the leader between his and Hyram's blades. (Sidestep 5-feet to get flank with Hyram.)

Red and gold light ebbs and flows across Quinn's veins, a momentary war between righteous and demonic powers. Even Radiance tinges red briefly. This needs to end.

Maintain Inspire Courage.

Power Attack 1: 1d20 + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 = 27
Power Attack 2: 1d20 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 8 + 6 + 1 + 2 = 37

Power Attack (Haste): 1d20 + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 = 41

After a momentary battle within, the golden light takes the advantage.

Power Attack (SA) + Surge: 1d20 + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 1d6 ⇒ (6) + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 + (1) = 32

Crit confirm: 1d20 + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 16 + 6 + 1 + 2 = 29

Damage 2: 1d8 + 19 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 19 + 8 + 1 = 32

Damage (Haste): 1d8 + 19 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 19 + 8 + 1 = 34

Damage (SA): 1d8 + 19 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 19 + 8 + 1 = 36