Taeral's page

Due to work commitments I need to drop out of all my current games. Thanks for letting me play with you and I hope to play again in the future.

Taeral grins at the simple needs of Trithraxus.

[Draconic]"I am sure we can provide you with food. Would you want it kicking in fear or just brought to you dead? And what would you offer to me? Would you guard this entrance from intruders and patrol the skies around the Horn? Would you come to the defense of the Horn? If you are willing to do these things, I can provide you with a den right here. That doorway leads into two large rooms, you may have them if you ally with me."

Taeral motions to the doorway to the room east of the entrance to this level.
Pointing to rooms 3-2 and 3-3. I believe they are burned out rooms and do not hold anything of importance for the group.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 17 + 3 = 37

sweet, the rolls just keep getting better.

[Draconic]"I am Taeral and I am here to release and recall the true master of this great place, Vetra-Kali, a harbinger of pestilence and a mighty servant to the Pale Horseman. The power you feel growing, that is Vetra-Kali drawing nearer as the magical bindings imprisoning him weaken daily."

[Draconic]"Why should I flee in fear, I have one of Vetra-Kali's own guardians here with me." Taearl indicates the ceustodaemon behind himself. "I have also gathered other entities and creatures here as well, some we have pressed into service, others we have agreed upon terms, be it food, coin or sacrifices, for their support in the endeavors here."

[Draconic]"I can see the potential of making an alliance with you, as compared to fighting you and only causing unneeded destruction of these halls. So I would ask again, what may I do aid the process of becoming your ally."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 17 + 3 = 36

Sorry work has been a bear the last couple of days. So this will be a hasty post.

Once Taeral has gotten to the scrying area, he will determine where the problem is, do some knowledge checks, then he an Vexor will dimension door to the others (as it is always good to have a Ceustodaemon with you in a fight).

Kn Arcana: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21
[ooc]Even though I know as a player what Mordecai asked... I would ask the same thing because we are separated and the description sounds kewl.)

Taeral begins by playing his lute, as music always calms the savage beast.
Perform(String)(inspire competence): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (8) + 13 = 21

[Draconic]"Mighty creature of immense power and terror, will you parley with me. I would be humbled if one of your magnificent presence would tell me what I can do to aid you, without you completely destroying this location of great power.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 17 + 3 = 34

Taeral and Faustus need to make some custom magic items to deal with this problem. :)

The stairwell that terminates in 3-12, can be accessed via rooms 2-20 (throne in room), 1-27 (throne in room) and C5 (cavern). 3-12 connects to 3-13, which in turn connects to S-1. So the fastest way to S1 is by getting to room 2-20, then up two spiral flights of stairs.

Once we have gotten to 3-13, Hexor and Vexor can teleport us anywhere in the Horn.

Taeral moves as quickly as possible via the teleports to get to the scrying room. From there he will update others of what was found, if he doesn't encounter something on the way. Additionally he can call on Hexor and Vexor to assist in any needed defense.

No preference here. I enjoy players playing what they want and parties that don't have a perfect fit. It causes the group to learn +/- of the group and how to deal with those negatives.

Can we also get Sir Valin's banner, and it is identifiable has his banner. Maybe a personal heraldry or family heraldry. nothing like demoralizing the opponents with this previous leader gear.

Taeral listen's to the line of questioning, waiting for opportunities to add relevant information.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (19) + 17 = 36

"While you say you know nothing really about Sir Valin's family, I am sure my contacts wouldn't mind finding out more about your family. Are you sure you don't remember anything else about Sir Valin's family?

Everyone can read the Sense Motive spoiler.

Taeral moves though the darkness in the direction of the combat, while he continues his dirge of doom performance.

Move 30' in the darkness, Dirge of doom (all enemies w/in 30' that can hear Taeral become shaken, no save.

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On Going Effects: dirge of doom, 30', shaken (Enemies), performance; deeper darkness, 60' rad, 80 min;

So as I cannot imagine the field layout at all, as a 60' radius darkness which prevents darkvision from functioning, and should have resulted in anyone inside of it moving at half speed, but still allows enemies to engage with my allies with no miss chance and/or able to move 60' some feet, Taeral will just be bewildered.

Taeral begins a dirge of doom, telling the tale of a border keep meant to keep the northern hordes away from the south, only to fall by treachery from within.

Dirge of Doom, all enemies within 30' are shaken, if they can hear the dirge. No save.

He will then move the in the direction of this allies.
Move 15'.

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On Going Effects: dirge of doom, 30', shaken (Enemies), performance; deeper darkness, 60' rad, 80 min;

Where is this banner at? On his lance?

Tearal moves out of his hiding toward the rest of the mounted knight.
When he gets as close as he dares, he reaches down to the earth and bring forth magical darkness.

Moving as close to the front of the column with out provoking and casting deeper darkness. 60' Radius Deeper Darkness. That should prevent them from charging or seeing the cavalier (Sir Valin).

Also assuming the ambient light is normal natural light, it will result in the area being darkness, but darkvision will not work.

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On Going Effects: deeper darkness, 60' rad, 80 min;

Check D20prd.com

Not sure, but they may have it. I will check when I get home if I have another source.

Taeral is hiding out of the way, ready to evaluate the opponents when they come into view, trying to figure possible classes.

Stealth: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (19) + 13 = 32

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (20) + 17 = 37

"Well I guess the Baron did not fair to well. He and his estate were attacked by a huge silver dragon, which I have to assume was Argossarian. Some survivors report that the Baron tried to fight the creature with mind control, but to little results. They did indicate that fire did considerable damage though. Best have Faustus make sure we have some fire based attacks available to us."

Week 25
Kn History: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9
Kn Local: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23
Kn Nobility: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8

"Sir Valil Darian? That name sounds familiar. Oh yes, he is one of The Victor's descendants. He should make a perfect victim for our various projects."

I am fine either way and I don't recall what occured with the minotaur.

Looking at the 'unclaimed gear' section, there are a few items Taeral would like.

Mithral chain shirt (exchange for chain shirt)
+1 Heavy wooden shield (exchange for heavy wooden shield)
cloak of resistance +2 (exchange for cloak of resistance +1)
Wand of vampric touch (26 chg)

would be nice to have:
Belt of Str+2
Composite Shortbow (+2 Str) (exchange of shortbow, but requires Belt of Str+2 for no penalties)
Amulet natural armor +2
Ring of protection +2
Helm of comprehend languages and read magic

if someone already has these items or needs them, please let me know.

"I am for letting this dragon attack the Baron. We can turn attention from us, and we can see if this ends the dragon's threat to our cause."

"I remember reading a story about Argossarian a while ago. If I remember correctly he is a <color> dragon. He would be about the size of a <size equivalent>, based on his age by now. I also recall he has the ability to breath <breath weapon> and has a weakness to <weakness>."

Creature Type
Special Attacks
Weaknesses

@Gertrart: Do you want to kill off the other three targets also?

@All: With three more weeks passed, was there any additional items anyone would have wanted Faustus to be working on, otherwise he would have been working on scrolls.

Week 20, Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (16) + 17 = 33
Week 20a, Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (6) + 17 = 23

Week 21, Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (13) + 17 = 30

Week 22
Taeral will help Gertrart with assassinations.
Harbold Stealth: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (17) + 13 = 30

Week 23, Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (9) + 17 = 26

"My contacts in Farholde tells me that Baron Vandermir is to be assassinated by a dragon named, Argossarian. It could happen any day. This dragon thinks the Baron is behind the problems in Farholde, and most likely knows nothing of us. So my question is Baron Vandemir still of use to us and we warn him, or do we let him be our scapegoat and let us learn more about this dragon?"

Kn Arcana, Argossarian, heroism, inspire competence: 1d20 + 14 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 14 + 2 + 3 = 25
Kn History, Argossarian, heroism, inspire competence: 1d20 + 7 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 2 + 3 = 16

Sorry I was not seeing this campaign moving in my campaign list. I am catching up on the thread to night.

I am back after a few ice storms knock out my internet access. I will post if needed after I catch up on the game play.

I see no reason to hand them over to the Cardinal, he gave us authorization to deal with them. If we can convert them to our agenda, all the better as is would demonstrate our ability to not waste useful resources. If not able to convert, then no big loose.

Choosing extra attack from the BoF.

With a special sort of glee, Taeral continues his dirge of doom and brings the sap down repeatedly onto Trak.

Sap vs entangled, prone, helpless: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15
Dmg, Sap: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Sap vs entangled, prone, helpless: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18
Dmg, Sap: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Sap (BoF) vs entangled, prone, helpless: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15
Dmg, Sap: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

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On Going Effects: Dostan- hideous laughter, DC 18 Will, 5 rds; Dostan - pugwampi's grace, 6 rds; Malleck and Gertrart - heroism, hours left; Dirge of Doom, all enemies in 30' that can hear or see me, Shaken;

Continuing the Dirge of Doom, Taeral moves a bit closer to Trak, drawing his sap as he moves, an grin coming over his face as he thinks about turning this person.

Sap vs entangled: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31
Damage, Sap, Nonlethal: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Sap vs entangled, Crit Conf.: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
Damage, Sap, Nonlethal: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Heck yea... Crit with a sap.

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On Going Effects: Dostan- hideous laughter, DC 18 Will, 6 rds; Dostan - pugwampi's grace, 7 rds; Malleck and Gertrart - heroism, hours left; Dirge of Doom, all enemies in 30' that can hear or see me, Shaken;

Congratz dude.

As a reminder, Taeral cast Heroism on Malleck and Gertrart prior to the fight.

Seeing the effects of the hideous laughter still plaguing the barbarian, Taeral steps forward and begins a speech on why the Knot will be expunged from this world and relate the treacherous actions of their leader Elise, to both the Seventh Knot and the Ninth Knot, and to the organization as a whole.

5' step, Move action, Dirge of Doom [Perform (oratory)]. All enemies within 30 feet that can see or hear Taeral are shaken, no save.

Finally with a sneer, he blows a few hairs at the barbarian, casting a spell as they float to him.

Cast pugwampi's grace, DC19 Will

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On Going Effects:

As a reminder Heroism as been cast on Malleck and Gertrart.

Finding the Knot unsuspecting, he quickly casts hideous laughter at the half-elf.
DC 18 Will negates, 8 rounds. full round action each round to negate.

At a minimum, Elise Zadaria, needs to die as she is their leader and the cardinal as approved the end of the 7th Knot. I one or more of the others can be converted to support us, I am not opposed to that possibility. Sense in wasting 'good' assets that have already been trained.

Taeral will keep away from him. Malleck and Gertrart will have Heroism cast on them before we fight, lasts 8 hrs. Taeral will lead off with a hideous laughter spell on the half-elf.

Do we know where the other Knot is hold up in Farholde? They are our eyes and ears in town, aren't they?

Wasn't even going to get a mount... But I couldn't get rid of the mount as I needed to swap it with then I gain access to the Banner from the Standard Bearer archetype.

Ed Earl
Male human cavalier (standard bearer) 7 (Pathfinder RPG Advanced Player's Guide 32, Pathfinder RPG Ultimate Combat 39)
CN Medium humanoid (human)
Init +4; Senses Perception +0
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Defense
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AC 20, touch 11, flat-footed 19 (+9 armor, +1 Dex)
hp 67 (7d10+21)
Fort +7, Ref +3, Will +2
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Offense
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Speed 40 ft. (30 ft. in armor)
Melee mwk greatsword +13/+8 (2d6+7/19-20)
Melee (Power Attack, Charge, Vital Strike) mwk greatsword +13 (4d6+13/19-20) (+7 dmg if challenge is active)
Special Attacks banner +3, cavalier's charge, challenge 3/day (+7 damage), tactician 4/day (Intercept Charge or Escape Route, 6 rds)
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Statistics
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Str 20, Dex 13, Con 14, Int 13, Wis 10, Cha 7
Base Atk +7; CMB +12 (+14 bull rush); CMD 23 (25 vs. bull rush)
Feats Cornugon Smash, Divine Fighting Technique (gorum's Swordsmanship), Escape Route[UC], Improved Bull Rush, Intercept Charge[ACG], Power Attack, Vital Strike
Traits bruising intellect, reactionary
Skills Intimidate +11 (+14 when at or above maximum hp), Linguistics +8, Sense Motive +10, Stealth +3, Survival +10, Use Magic Device +5
Languages Abyssal, Aklo, Common, Dark Folk, Giant, Gnoll, Goblin, Infernal, Vegepygmy
SQ expert trainer +3, foolhardy rush, glorious challenge, mount, order of the flame
Combat Gear oil of bless weapon (6), potion of lesser restoration, resplendent uniform coat[UE], wand of magic weapon (50 charges); Other Gear mwk full plate, mwk greatsword, boots of striding and springing, cracked dusty rose prism ioun stone, ioun torch ioun stone[APG], shawl of life-keeping[ARG], backpack, belt pouch, blanket[APG], flint and steel, hemp rope (50 ft.), pot, sashimono pole, back banner (worth 2 gp, 1 lb), simple banner[UE], soap, torch (10), trail rations (5), waterskin, 13 gp
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Special Abilities
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Animal Companion Link (Ex) Handle or push Animal Companion faster, +4 to checks vs. them.
Banner +3/+2 (Ex) Allies who can see your banner gain +3 save vs. fear & +2 to hit while charging.
Cavalier's Charge (Ex) Mounted charge grants +4 to hit and -0 AC rather than +2/-2.
Cornugon Smash When you damage an opponent with a Power Attack, you may make an immediate Intimidate check as a free action to attempt to demoralize your opponent.
Divine Fighting Technique (Gorum's Swordsmanship) You may apply Vital Strike to greatsword at end of a charge, or 1 additional damage if you lack Vital Strike. You may apply vital strike to your first AoO with a greatsword, if you used vital strike on your turn.
Escape Route You do not provoke attacks of opportunity when moving through spaces adjacent to allies
Expert Trainer +3 (Ex) +3 to train mounts, reduced training time option.
Flame's Challenge +7 (3/day) (Ex) +7 to damage target, -2 AC vs. others when used, can issue glorious challenge.
Foolhardy Rush (Ex) When roll init of 11+ (on die), as an imm action move speed but subtract from next rd's move.
Glorious Challenge If drop challenged foe, free challenge vs. new foe in 15 ft with stacking -2 AC & +2 dam.
Improved Bull Rush You don't provoke attacks of opportunity when bull rushing.
Intercept Charge When opp charges ally with feat, mv up to speed to get in way of charge, this is an immediate action.
Mount (Ex) Gain the services of a special animal companion.
Power Attack -2/+4 You can subtract from your attack roll to add to your damage.
Resplendent uniform coat You may use your tactician ability one additional time per day, and your tactician ability affects allies within 60 feet instead of 30 feet.
Sashimono Pole Sashimono poles are attached to the backs of the chest armor by special fittings that then allow a small banner to be attached.
Tactician (Intercept Charge or Escape Route, 6 rds, 4/day) (Ex) Grant the use of your teamwork feats to all allies in 60 ft.
Vital Strike Standard action: x2 weapon damage dice.

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"I suggest we disguise ourselves as this group that the Knot Hibernal tried to use against us. We can return back to either beaten up and hurt, or we could come back in good health as if we had defeated ourselves. Even bringing some of our gear with us as evidence. See if the Knot investigates or even tries to tie up loose ends."

I can help out Xeram.

Does base classes include Ultimate Combat, Ultimate Magi, Advanced Class Guide and Occult Adventures? i.e. Any of the full level 20 classes?

If there is no objections, Taeral will take the boots of elvenkind from the loot.

"Yes, break the disc and let us get his approval to remove these traitors."

After taking a look at the journal after Xeram, just to make sure there is no word play at work, "So our dear colleague Elise is trying to get us killed. She and her Knot, hmm... the Hibernal, have had it out for us ever since our initial "training" time. I would bet our assignment to performing the ritual and her Knot getting assigned watch duty in Farhold has just irked her to no end."

"It may be time to remove them before they cause the ritual to be interrupted. As they are a Knot, and are protected as we are, I would recommend we obtain permission before we deal with them."

As we are always in need of more sacrifices, sure Taeral will check on the wounded next round.

If Taeral is not within close range of Angus (45'), he will choose the enlarge form blessing of fervor, make his close range 90' and moving if needed closer to Xeram.

"Dwarf, your gnome compainion needs your help before he is overcome by our assault. Quick, run back and aid him." Taeral says calmly to Angus.

Cast suggestion DC 19 Will. Also not continuing the counter song.

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On Going Effects: good hope (the Knot), 8 min; blessing of fervor (enlarged spell);

Sorry had to make a sudden trip yesterday.

Taeral moves closer to the casters, while strumming his lute, and readies for the next caster to begin a spell.

Choosing movement from blessing of fervor, move 60' closer casters, free to maintain performance, ready to cast silence in the area of the casters. Center of spell is back far enough that they (casters) would need to move at least 10' toward us to get out of the silence. I believe they are still just outside the doorway.

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On Going Effects: good hope (the Knot), 8 min; Countersong (3rd rnd), Check=23; blessing of fervor (movement); readied silence;

Taeral moves through the teleportation device and can't help but smell the acrid residue of ozone.
He keeps moving toward the doorway and the intruders, trying to avoid a direct line with his knot and the door.
While moving he continues to play his lute, in case the intruders try something funny.

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On Going Effects: good hope (the Knot), 8 min; Countersong (2nd rnd), Check=23;

The alarm would have been cast by Faustus.

Finally told that the alarm has been tiggered, Taeral cast good hope on the Knot.

Then he begins plucking and strumming his lute in a very discordant manner.
Start bardic performance, Countersong (move action)
Perform(String): 1d20 + 13 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 13 + 2 = 23

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On Going Effects: good hope (the Knot), 8 min; Countersong (1st rnd), Check=23;

I am going to have limited access to a computer for the next week, please bot me as needed.

Are any of our guards/lackeys/minions a druid or ranger? If so and they are of 5ish level, can they be casting plant growth around the Horn, so we can help funnel any intruders toward the Ancient Tree? If we don't have anyone that can do this, can we hire/acquire an individual to do these castings for us?

Taeral recommends that the Ancient Tree takes a position near the stair entrances to the Horn. He explains that the cavern entrance is guarded by the boggards and they need to be able to come and go as needed. Inside the Horn proper, we have access to the teleportation devices to come and go between levels or even out of the Horn. This leaves our biggest weakness, in his opinion, as the three stairway/physical entrances.

Do the Tree have a name we can use?

No worries, we are getting through it.

Might not be the best combatant, but Taeral has a gift for gab.

Treant: "Are there any gems, coins or other objects remaining from the ones you have absorbed their nutrients from here?"

Hearing no other comments Taeral continues speaking to the treant, the sound of leaves rustling coming from his lips.

Treant: "Ancient One, we endeavor to call forth Vetra-Kali and return the Horn to it's infernal glory of past. The followers of Mitra although, seek to stop us and we seek your assistance in thwarting their attempts. Will you join us at the Horn and guard the approach. We will provide you with additional offerings of both follows of Mitra and creatures of goodness for this task. What say you to this accord?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (8) + 17 = 25