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Could I be removed from the active players perchance?

*waves*
It was good to play with you all, and I am sincerely sorry that I wasn't able to give this game nearly as much time as it deserved.
Best of luck moving forward in your adventures.

Amelia, I hope all is settled well with your family.

Farewell!

Dang it, I thought I posted! Sorry about that. *sigh* I'll feel so much less guilty once my replacement comes in.

Seth channels his magic through his blade, glowing with a menacing red light as it drinks in the abomination's cursed life.

Spellstrike: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (20) + 24 = 441d6 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18
Vampiric Touch: 5d6 ⇒ (2, 1, 4, 6, 4) = 17

Hasted Assault: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (1) + 24 = 251d6 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20

Main: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (10) + 24 = 341d6 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16

Iterative: 1d20 + 24 - 5 ⇒ (16) + 24 - 5 = 351d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17

Pity about that crit immunity.

Pre-buffing with Shield and enhancing my blade, then casting Bladed Dash and using Hasted Assault.

Seth rushes forward, magic propelling him into the attack as he strikes at the abomination.

Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 21 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 21 + 5 = 431d6 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13
Crit confirm: 1d20 + 21 + 5 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 21 + 5 + 7 = 451d6 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14

Haste: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (15) + 21 = 361d6 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12
Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 21 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 21 + 7 = 431d6 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12

Main: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (11) + 21 = 321d6 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13
Iterative: 1d20 + 21 - 5 ⇒ (2) + 21 - 5 = 181d6 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15

Totally understandable. Once we get to a convenient place, I'll happily bow out and let you find someone who can give this game the attention it deserves.

"Although the monstrosity's corporeal form may not strike the technicalities of undeath, Sir Kozen, its soul is the same perversion of the natural order which others of its unnatural ilk make of themselves."

Reading comprehension? What's that? I totally meant this as a moment of characterization. *whistles innocently*

Seth holds his blade at the ready, magic gleaming as he prepares to defend his allies, "Such foul creatures, the undead," he adds, "If you seek peace with it, I will abide, though I would sooner wipe it from this plane and send it to the Lady."

If you guys feel the need to replace me, I totally understand. My life has changed a lot since the game started, and I constantly feel guilty about not being anywhere close to as active as I should be.

Sorry, the weekend was really busy for me.
Seth draws his blade and moves to the front of the group, activating a Shield spell from his wand.
"You will not harm the ones my Lady has assigned me unto." he declares.

Seth happily performs his part of the ritual, calling upon his own magical knowledge to shape the forces they are dealing with.

Spellcraft DC 32: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (16) + 21 = 37

The task is only moderately challenging, and the elf rises to the task, easily maintaining and continuing the ritual.

Seth sinks onto one knee, "Greetings. It is pleasing to meet another servant of The Lady."

"We are the agents of the crown, of Princess Eutropia and the line of legitimate succession," Seth doesn't know if they have any particular awareness or inclination of the specifics of Taldor's current political climate, but he figures it's unlikely, "I personally am a servant of the Lady of Fate myself, and she has sent me to intervene in this war, ending it before it can even start."

I have no hope of succeeding on a diplomacy check, so I'll just roll this as an Aid Another.
Aid Another Diplomacy: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (10) + 0 = 10

I think the attack misses me- with Haste and Blessing of Fervor active, my AC was at a total of 34 this last round.
Taking the +2 again this round, though without Haste so my AC is at 33.

In concert with Liam, Seth quickly tears into the construct, trying to eliminate it quickly.

Haste attack, Flanking: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 25 + 2 + 2 = 431d6 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20

Main, Flanking: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 25 + 2 + 2 = 471d6 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19
Crit!: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 2 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 25 + 2 + 2 + 7 = 561d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17

Iterative, Flanking: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 2 - 5 ⇒ (18) + 25 + 2 + 2 - 5 = 421d6 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19
Crit?: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 2 - 5 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 25 + 2 + 2 - 5 + 7 = 421d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17

Seth shifts his footing as he takes so many attacks that a few actually manage to land, gritting his teeth at the wounds.
Spectral blue energy coalesces around Seth as he steps between his attackers then dashes forward again, leaving afterimages of himself in various stages of attacking every single one of their foes. Once he rematerializes, he spins around and begins tearing into the constructs from behind.

Activating Hasted Assault and casting Greater Bladed Dash, trying to angle the 30-foot line such that I can make an attack against every Guardian.
Taking the +2 bonus to attacks and AC for Blessing of Fervor, which should stack with Haste for a total of 34 AC.
A +5 blade should bypass DR/Adamantine.

(Against the two that attacked him:)
Greater Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 23 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 23 + 2 + 5 = 411d6 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16
Greater Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 24 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 24 + 2 + 5 = 441d6 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15

(Against the two by Liam, possibly with an additional +2 for flanking?)
Greater Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 25 + 2 + 5 = 491d6 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 5 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 25 + 2 + 5 + 7 = 581d6 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15

Greater Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 25 + 2 + 5 = 431d6 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16
Haste: 1d20 + 25 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 25 + 2 = 401d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17
Main: 1d20 + 25 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 25 + 2 = 441d6 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 25 + 2 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 25 + 2 + 7 = 531d6 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19

Iterative: 1d20 + 25 + 2 - 5 ⇒ (11) + 25 + 2 - 5 = 331d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17

Oops, missed that I was up... even though I really should know that I'll act first in almost any combat

Auto-succeed the K(arcana) check (+22 modifier), and imbuing my sword with +2 and Keen.

Seth draws his blade and imbues it with magic, conjuring a shield to keep himself safe as he interposes himself between his allies and the constructs.

Ah, I misread that. In that case, Seth will still offer to take point in many regards, standing guard so he's more likely to take the brunt of larger traps to the best of his capability.

"If you would, my lady, perhaps I should keep point as we venture forward?" Seth offers, "I cannot profess to being as skilled with finding such traps as yourself, but I would much sooner see my own person injured than thou."

Seth watches reverently as Liam performs his ritual, whispering a prayer to Pharasma in thanks.

.

"I have experience in such matters, Sir Kozan. I and Mummin shall keep watch for the arcane disturbances within," Seth reassures his allies, drawing his sword, "Please, allow me."

Seth frowns in thought. Carrius' story reminds him of something- the foggy memories, a vague impression of a grand circle...

Does any of Carrius' story match up with afterlife experiences?
Religion: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (15) + 18 = 33

Giving a bow, she fixes her hair, "Have the two of you seen the Pharasman recently?"

Seemingly on-queue, Seth pops into the room, "My apologies for my tardiness. I had a minor incident pertaining to... it is unimportant. Needless to say, the precursors to war leaves the Lady quite busy, and by extension, leaves myself similarly occupied."

Level 13!
5th level spells: Greater Bladed Dash, Overland Flight
Feat: Thousand Cuts (Combination Feat)
Class feature: Iajutsu

Hi! I'm still here, more or less. By the time Finals and graduation finally wrapped up, I was looking at some 40 unread messages in the main chat, which is... a bit intimidating. I've been following along somewhat via RSS (hence how I manage to pop up right as I'm mentioned), but just have lacked the time to go through and actually comprehend what's going on.
I know I've never been great with posting in this game, between Doritan and then life pulling me away from the boards, but I am still interested in sticking with everything. That said, if you guys want to replace me with someone who is more active and more able to engage, I totally understand.
Leveling up will come soon. Now that I've actually bitten the bullet and am reading through the 60 or so messages I've missed out on, I should be able to post more regularly.

Fort DC 18: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20

Seth keeps the pressure on the hag, delivering blow after blow.

Blessing of Fervor: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (8) + 24 = 321d6 + 12 ⇒ (1) + 12 = 13
Main: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (11) + 24 = 351d6 + 12 ⇒ (1) + 12 = 13
Iterative: 1d20 + 245 ⇒ (2) + 245 = 2471d6 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18

Will DC 18: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (19) + 12 = 31
Will DC 18: 1d20 + 12 - 2 ⇒ (9) + 12 - 2 = 19

Seth darts forward, his sword flashing out as he strikes against the had who tried to paralyze him.

Taking the extra attack for Blessing of Fervor and casting Bladed Dash

Bladed Dash: 1d20 + 22 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 22 + 5 = 351d6 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18
Blessing of Fervor: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (12) + 22 = 341d6 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18
Main: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (17) + 22 = 391d6 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 22 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 22 + 7 = 341d6 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20

Iterative: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (6) + 22 = 281d6 + 14 ⇒ (2) + 14 = 16

Oops, sorry. I wasn't seeing new notifications for some reason.

Sorry for my absence, I've been.... quite busy, and that sometimes leads me to not being able to check in for days at a time. Seems like I came back at a decent time, at least.

Seth draws his blade, preparing himself for an attack.

Draw sword as a move action, cast Shield as a standard, Enhance with +2 Keen as a swift action

Seth likewise nods, "You have more of a way with words than I."

Seth plays the role of a silent bodyguard, knowing his skills do not extend to acting.

"I have the capability of either flying up myself or allowing another to do so." Seth quietly comments, "Should I go ahead to ensure it's safe?" he asks.

Seems fine to me. Sorry for the absence, I had a really busy week. I should hopefully be back now though.

Level-up stuff (sorry, busy week. Two tests and a programming project due over the weekend):

Numbers! Probably. Honestly, using an automated spreadsheet has made me lazy.

New Spells: Stoneskin, Phantasmal Killer (seemed on-brand for the Pharasmin)

New Arcana: Accurate Strike

Seth lingers just in the periphery of Dismaal's line of sight, watching the interrogation with interest.

Seth turns aside the blows one at a time with his blade, responding in kind.

Main: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (12) + 22 = 341d6 + 13 ⇒ (2) + 13 = 15
Iterative: 1d20 + 22 - 5 ⇒ (14) + 22 - 5 = 311d6 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19

Huh. Weird, I thought I had posted. My bad.

With a quick twist of his wrist, Seth slices into his attackers, aiming to take them down one after the other.

Using Hasted Assault

Haste: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (7) + 23 = 301d6 + 13 ⇒ (2) + 13 = 15
Main: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (13) + 23 = 361d6 + 13 ⇒ (3) + 13 = 16
Iterative: 1d20 + 23 - 5 ⇒ (8) + 23 - 5 = 261d6 + 13 ⇒ (5) + 13 = 18

Seth interposes himself between the newcomers and his allies, holding his blade prepared to intercept those that come their way.

Readied Attack: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (11) + 22 = 331d6 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17

AoO: 1d20 + 22 ⇒ (17) + 22 = 391d6 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17
Crit?: 1d20 + 22 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 22 + 7 = 441d6 + 13 ⇒ (1) + 13 = 14

Seth maneuvers into position, keeping his magic active as he decidedly does [i]not[i] go for nonlethal wounds.

Haste: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (2) + 23 = 251d6 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19
Main: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (13) + 23 = 361d6 + 13 ⇒ (5) + 13 = 18
Iterative: 1d20 + 23 - 5 ⇒ (3) + 23 - 5 = 211d6 + 13 ⇒ (3) + 13 = 16

Seth is ready with his sword drawn and enhanced, so as soon as they appear in the library he springs into action, striking at Sister Dismaal.

Arcane Pool for Keen and +2, then using Hasted Assault and Bladed Dash

Bladed Assault: 1d20 + 21 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 21 + 5 = 401d6 + 13 ⇒ (3) + 13 = 16

Haste: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (10) + 21 = 311d6 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19

Main: 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (6) + 21 = 271d6 + 13 ⇒ (3) + 13 = 16

Iterative: 1d20 + 21 - 5 ⇒ (16) + 21 - 5 = 321d6 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19
Crit confirm?: 1d20 + 21 - 5 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 21 - 5 + 7 = 361d6 + 13 ⇒ (1) + 13 = 14

Seth has Dimension Door; does he have enough knowledge of the layout to successfully teleport to locations within it?

As Katria relays her findings to the group, Seth nods thoughtfully, "If we attack, we must be swift, though perhaps stealth will be of more use here?" he notes.

And train? Sheesh. That'll be a pain and a half, if we can even manage it. I know I for one did not put points into Handle Animal for this upper-crust nobility-themed game.

Seth has his sword drawn, but held as to not be threatening while he lets one of his companions with more skill at wordplay than he do the talking to this.... hulking monstrosity.

Seth does a quiet rite over where the ghosts fell, and his familiar makes a rare appearance, its face taking on the shape of a plague doctor's mask as it swoops around the area a few times before flying into the ether.

Just a bit of flavor, Seth is trying to set the ghosts to rest if possible.

Knowledge(religion): 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (20) + 16 = 36

Seth falls into a rhythm, his sword humming through the air with an eerie song as he carves through the ghosts.

Activating Hasted Assault

Haste: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (10) + 24 = 341d6 + 14 ⇒ (4) + 14 = 18
Main: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (14) + 24 = 381d6 + 14 ⇒ (6) + 14 = 20
Iterative: 1d20 + 24 - 5 ⇒ (15) + 24 - 5 = 341d6 + 14 ⇒ (1) + 14 = 15

"Return to rest, and go to the Lady's embrace" Seth levels a stare at the ghosts and strikes with a glowing blade, looking to end the undead abominations.

Giving my blade +3, for a total bonus of +5

Main: 1d20 + 23 ⇒ (14) + 23 = 371d6 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17
Iterative: 1d20 + 23 - 5 ⇒ (14) + 23 - 5 = 321d6 + 14 ⇒ (5) + 14 = 19

Seth takes up a position beside Amelia, ready to respond with violence if the ghosts indicated that was what they were after.

Readied: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (12) + 17 = 291d6 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

I have returned!

I wonder what finally changed that let me log in again.

Seth furrows his eyebrows in concentration as he returns to the offensive, "Why is this miserable snake so hard to hit?" he frustratedly asks under his breath.

Main: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (19) + 20 = 391d6 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14
Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (4) + 20 = 241d6 + 11 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 11 + 7 = 20

Iterative: 1d20 + 20 - 5 ⇒ (14) + 20 - 5 = 291d6 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15

Seth dances around the snake, unwilling to commit too many resources to what amounts to a bit of pest extermination.

Main: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (2) + 20 = 221d6 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17

Iterative: 1d20 + 20 - 5 ⇒ (4) + 20 - 5 = 191d6 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13

Seth readies his blade, prepared to strike if the snake gets within reach.

Readied Attack: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (14) + 17 = 311d6 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9

AoO: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (14) + 17 = 311d6 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

Sweet. Katria, could I get the Luck on this SR check?

While the acid splashes harmlessly against his sword, Seth's blade, still glowing an eerie, black-like color, seeks purchase once more against the fiends.

Haste: 1d20 + 25 ⇒ (15) + 25 = 401d6 + 15 ⇒ (1) + 15 = 16
Vampiric Touch, Luck: 1d20 + 11 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 11 + 4 = 305d6 ⇒ (6, 3, 4, 2, 6) = 21
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 25 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 25 + 7 = 351d6 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20
Vampiric Crit: 5d6 ⇒ (3, 3, 3, 6, 2) = 17

Main: 1d20 + 25 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 25 + 1 = 451d6 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 17
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 25 + 1 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 25 + 1 + 7 = 441d6 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20

Iterative: 1d20 + 25 + 2 - 5 ⇒ (7) + 25 + 2 - 5 = 291d6 + 15 ⇒ (3) + 15 = 18