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Things were getting desperate. Quickly assessing the situation, she takes a risk, acutely aware that she was stepping into a likely triangle of death. Taking a step in front of Garethane, she brings her full fury to bear on the more wounded of the trolls, even as she feels Tove's healing power wash over her.

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer/ Inspired/Rage: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 31
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2, 3) + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 12
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer/Inspired/Rage: 1d20 + 5 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 5 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 20
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (4, 1) + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 12
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Hasted attack
Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer/Inspired/Rage: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 29
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3, 2) + 3 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 12
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 2

I’ll be out of town until Monday. Please bot me as needed.

Bot for Tove

Channel Energy (Selective Channeling): 3d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 5) = 12

Thanks.

So a few things:
1) Has the healing from Tove's last action been applied? If not Garethane might still be up.
2) Celebeth's action from last round is missing.
3) Which of the 2 trolls that were flanking Garethane is the wounded one? Can't quite tell from the map

Yeah, unfortunately he's right. There's a measure tool (just under the text tool) 30ft radius gets Wulfric's horse but not Azen from where you are now

Celebeth looks like you may have missed a turn

With the battle quickly escalating, Rhiannon presses the attack, with rapid burning strikes, determined to take the enemy down before she lost any of her own.

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 10 + 1 + 1 = 16
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4, 2) + 3 + 1 = 10
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 5 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 5 + 1 + 1 = 23
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (3, 4) + 3 + 1 = 11
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 10 + 1 + 1 = 19
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (3, 2) + 3 + 1 = 9
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 3

If her current opponent drops before she's out of attacks, she'll take a 5ft step to engage the troll behind Garethan, also putting herself in the path between it and Tove.

"Somebody target that spellcaster!

Yeah makes the caster have to make a concentration check DC 10+ Damage taken + level of the spell they're trying to cast, to successfully cast their next spell.

As one of the trolls advances to her, Rhiannon engages with deft skill, her blade darting forward with deadly precision, aimed at piercing a series of sizzling holes in the troll before her.

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 + 1 = 26
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (2, 1) + 3 + 1 = 7
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 2

Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 5 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 5 + 1 + 1 = 17
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4, 3) + 3 + 1 = 11
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 2

Hasted Attack
Blackthorn +1 Cold iron fey bane estoc/Haste/Prayer: 1d20 + 10 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 10 + 1 + 1 = 21
Cold Iron/Magic/Prayer: 2d4 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4, 3) + 3 + 1 = 11
Fire: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Hasted attack! Thanks Wulfric
Composite Longbow/Prayer/Haste: 1d20 + 9 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 9 + 1 + 1 = 25
Piercing: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 2 + 1 = 5

Also +1 to previous attacks

As the approaching trolls come into view, Rhiannon looses a couple of arrows at one of the brutes.

Composite Longbow/Prayer: 1d20 + 9 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 9 + 1 = 22
Piecting: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 2 + 1 = 8

Composite Longbow/Prayer: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 4 + 1 = 15
Piecting: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 2 + 1 = 11

Okay, that makes sense. So the spotting the oncoming trolls was more hearing tree branches snapping and stuff being broken by troll making a direct approach. Got it.

Out of curiousity, what are the light conditions? The campfire should illuminate out to 40ft, with another 40ft of dim light. Poeppe with low light vision will treat out to 80ft as illuminated.

If there's moonlight everyone treats it as a step up from darkness outside of the campfire radius, and anyone with low-light vision treats it as daylight.

Something to keep in mind with an elf, a half-elf and human with fey blood in the mix.

Can't really dio much of anything if they're too far to shoot at in this light.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Somehow managing to sleep through the call to arms, Rhiannon is awakened by Garethane's kick, quickly coming alert as her mind catches up. Years of experience having made it possible for her to sleep fully armored with no ill effects, she quickly jumps up, grabbing her estoc and her bow, and quicky buckling a quiver of arrows to her hip as Tove bestows the blessing of the sun on her weapon.

Feel better!

"Just remember that for the most part, trolls see far better than we do in darkness. Once we engage, some form of light will be vital." Rhiannon points out as they set up camp.

With her ability to see a bit better in darkness than most of her companions and no need to rest for the sake of regaining spellcasting abilities, Rhiannon takes the overnight watch.

Interesting idea. Anyone know how good trolls' sense of smell is? If we have a barbecue out in the forest they might come to see what smells delicious. But going after the dragon first sounds fine.

Based on the Nat 20 roll on the Knowledge for trolls I'm assuming I know they have Scent

"Jubilost referred to it as a "forest dragon". Whether that means a Forest Drake or a Green Dragon is pretty up in the air though." Rhiannon replies.

"Well, now that we're equipped with alchemist's fire, taking them on directly might make more sense than before. However, drawing out groups, if possible, before pushing into their stronghold would make good tactical sense." Rhiannon says, considering their approach.

"Taking on this dragon's lair may be the smarter move first, otherwise the trolls may be able to call on it for aid if we attack their stronghold."

"They prefer their food freshly killed by their own claws, so anything that alerts them to our presence is likely to draw them." Rhiannon replies.

”Well, let’s see, they're insanely strong, with incredibly sharp claws that let them tear their enemies apart, and prefer to eat those they’ve beaten in battle. They can regenerate from almost any wound and are single-minded berserkers in combat. They attack the nearest foe without hesitation and don’t stop until that foe is down. Because of their regenerative abilities, trolls are fearless. Even flames or the presence of acid don’t slow them down—they always fight to the death.” Rhiannon responds, rehashing the details of the enemy they face.

”A troll’s appetite and its regenerative powers make it a fearless combatant, ever prepared to charge headlong at the nearest living creature and attack with all of its fury. Only fire and acid seem to cause a troll to hesitate, but even this is not enough to stop a troll’s advance. In fact, you need to locate and burn any pieces of a slain troll after a fight, Even the smallest scrap of flesh can regrow a full-size troll given enough time. Fortunately, only the largest part of a troll regrows in this way if there are multiple pieces.”

” All trolls spend most of their time hunting for food, as they must consume vast amounts each day or face starvation. Due to this need, most trolls stake out large territories as their own, and fights between rivals are quite common. While these are usually nonlethal, trolls know each others’ weaknesses and will use such knowledge to kill their own kind if food is scarce. So by this many of them working together, they’re likely to be working to take over as much territory as possible, and would slaughter anything in their way for food.”

Rhiannon nods. "While we need to prepare for the future and gather all the information we can, I'm all for dealing with an enemy I can actually fight."

"Fearmongering about the possible power of whoever did this benefits us nothing." Rhiannon replies after taking a beat for Wulfric's words to sink in. "Even the strongest wizards have a hard time casting spells with six feet of steel in their guts. Assuming a fight is hopeless is a sure way to lose it before it is fought."

For all the bravado of her words, her expression makes it clear that she takes the threat of whoever controls Grigori extremely seriously.

Knowledge (Local?:Vallersteil): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

Who?

I figure Pitax info likely falls under one of these three Knowledges:

Geography - (lands, terrain, climate, people); Used for astronomy.
History - (wars, colonies, migrations, founding of cities)
Local - (legends, personalities, inhabitants, laws, customs, traditions, humanoids)

Knowledge Local (Pitax): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16

Rhiannon's eyes widen upon hearing the name, and more importantly, position of the fell spellcaster. It seemed that their growing Barony had acquired powerful enemies.

Sounds good

Sounds good to me!

Personal effects are one thing. Tools used in committing a crime are another.

"We will return this to you when it is deemed safe to do so." she says solemnly, stowing the dagger.

With a nod, Rhiannon steps forward, checking the man for weapons, (and relieving him of any she finds), before ushering him in the direction of the keep.

"And we cannot allow you to operate among the people while under the magical influence of someone who clearly does not have the best interest of our community at heart." Rhiannon proclaims clearly, making it clear to any close enough to hear that the man was to be considered a threat.

Rhiannon remains perfectly still, a coiled spring, eyes locked on the man.

Readied action to quick draw her bow and fire an arrow at the man should he make an attempt to attack Tove (ranged attack or charging)

Rhiannon stays near Tove, eyes combing the crowd, to most seeming utterly calm, if unnaturally still, but to her friends it is clear that she's in reactive mode, every muscle and instinct coiled to react to the faintest sign of violence.

Rhiannon studies the crowd silently, looking for any sign of Grigori, or anything else out of the ordinary.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22

"That makes sense. Also if he does attempt to influence people openly, we have something concrete to charge him with. I doubt anyone would take kindly to the idea of him overriding their free will." Rhiannon adds.

Given the potential (albeit low) for some kind of unpleasantness to arise should the dissident be some sort of spellcaster that ensorcelled the residents,Rhiannon makes a point of accompanying Tove, as Royal Enforcer and unofficial Bodyguard of the Staglord, keeping an eye out for any sign of trouble, or anything unusual.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21

That stealth roll would be at an additonal +20 if you're invisible

* Our Consumption (the cost of maintaining the kingdom's infrastructure based on its size, tax rate, and culture) is a little high. If we bring that down we can bank more Build Points each turn. Consumption is usually reduced by building farms, but there's a limit on how many we can build per turn, and they can only be built in certain terrain types, so we need to get more farms going in the areas that we control.

We can help reduce consumption(or offset high consumption) if we can get hold of a druid to cast Plant Growth on our farms:

Rhiannon spends the morning patrolling, riding through the settlement, ensuring a visible presence, and taking the time to interact with any who might need her attention.

Diplomacy (Gather Information): 1d20 ⇒ 7
Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

"Aye, he does have the right to say whatever he wants, and criticizing rulers isn't anything new, but another of the River Freedoms is that Courts are for Kings, and it is expected to follow the laws of the land that you're in." Rhiannon replies.

"You make a good case for not acting overtly...yet. But the moment he incites one hand to raise in an action that harms one of our citizens or the interest of the community, well then he moves from being a person of interest to being a problem. An actionable problem."

Makes sense, shore up the community before venturing back out to defend it.

"This case warrants an exception." Rhiannon says in response to Celebeth's concerns. "Undermining the stability of the community forfeits the protections that come with being a part of it."

Sounds like a well-laid plan.

Tme to knock some heads together, find out what this troublemaker's deal is and tamp down that unrest.

"True, and while most would likely ignore him, words like his can be a lingering poison. Looks like I'll need to kick in a few doors and turn over a few rocks, once I've gotten together a list of people he's been seen associating with." Rhiannon says, and angry edge slipping into her voice.

"Speaking of grievances and concerns, are there any potential troublemakers that need attention?" Rhiannon asks Meridian, turning to address the Councilor.