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Off on a camping trip--back Thursday. Please bot as needed.

"Huzzah!" shouts The Shining Knight, seeing his acrobatic dwarven ally outmaneuver their shared ghostly foe. "Capital hurly-burly!"

Doing a full attack on Green with flanking, accepting the rage.

+1 limning longsword #1 (flanking, rage) vs Green: 1d20 + 7 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 7 + 2 + 1 = 25
damage (rage): 1d8 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 10 + 1 = 13

+1 limning longsword #2 (flanking, rage) vs Green: 1d20 + 2 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 2 + 2 + 1 = 17
damage (rage): 1d8 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 10 + 1 = 13

I'll roll again for the spirit wisp slam,

Spirit Wisp Slam: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25
damage (negative): 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

My AC is 21 for the next round (-1 rage, -1 fatigue).

"A-ha! More spirits to be vanquished by mortal steel and sinew!" The Shining Knight charges forward, spurred on by Syllyn's inspiring chant.

I'll accept the rage and do a charge attack.

+1 limning longsword (charge, rage) vs Green: 1d20 + 7 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 7 + 2 + 1 = 15
damage (rage): 1d8 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 10 + 1 = 17

I'll roll for the spirit wisp slam, though I don't know if these creatures are susceptible to negative energy damage or not.

Spirit Wisp Slam: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8
damage (negative): 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

My AC is 19 for the next round (-2 charge, -1 rage, -1 fatigue).

By all accounts, The Shining Knight seems to be denial of the idea that the nightmarish creature overcame his will.

"Ah, good old Ting Tang, my boon companion! Fear not -- twas' but a clever ruse on my part to draw out our villainous foe by perpetuating the illusion of dissension in our ranks! But that ghostly devil is clever indeed, and continues to stalk us from the shadows, poised to strike. Yet, I shall not lower my guard," he says, continuing the rather long speech, "until the real maidens are rescued and the arch-fiend destroyed forever!"

@GM: There's a bit of the map covered just to my token's left and right that I think I have line of sight to--anything there?

The Shining Knight begins shouting something about corsets, windmills, and chamber pots before suddenly wheeling around and charging back the way he came, his blade leveled at Ting's throat! "Thou avian cur! Thou feathered menace! Thou bird-beaked fiend!"

Confusion Roll #1 : 1d100 ⇒ 38

Result: Babble Incoherently.

Confusion Roll #2: 1d100 ⇒ 79

Result: Attack nearest creature.

Charge attack at Ting: 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 7 + 2 = 21
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15

"Ah, the fiend appears to have slipped our net! But my instincts are unimpeachable, and now the game is afoot!" So saying, the Shining Knight points his sword to the south and charges forward at full speed!

Doing a double move into the (currently covered on the map) Area # 4.

Confusion Result: 1d100 ⇒ 20

Result: Act normally.

The Shining Knight strikes various dramatic poses while reciting a strange, incoherent litany of shouted phrases featuring words like "forsooth", "mayhaps", and "oubliette".

Confusion Result: 1d100 ⇒ 26

Babble incoherently? I can do that!

"Fear not, bird-friend Ting! I keep my wits as tightly gripped as a miser does gold!"

"Quick, devoted boon-companions! We must find and slay this maleficent evil-doer before it is too late!"

The Shining Knight rushes towards the center of the room and whirls about, trying to find the nightmarish creature.

Double move.

New save vs Protection from Evil: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 2 = 10

Confusion result: 1d100 ⇒ 23

Result: Act Normally!

Hey Baldrum, aren't you supposed to be making a touch attack to bop me with that wand, you evil enemy you! ;)

"And taste my enchanted steel twice more for good measure, thou heartless subterranean varlet!"

Confusion: 1d100 ⇒ 95

Huh, what are the odds? Baldrum gets two more whacks!

First Attack Baldrum w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Second Attack Baldrum w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (2) + 10 = 12

His mind befuddled by the nightmare creature's magic, The Shining Knight perceives the one who tried to help him--Baldrum Battlehand--as a terrible demon from the Abyss! "Back foul demon-dwarf, lest your touch taint my virtue!"

I'm a bit confused [both in and out of game ;)] so if it's not my turn, please hold this off for next round.

Confusion: 1d100 ⇒ 95

Result: Attack nearest ally--sorry Baldrum, nothing personal!

First Attack Baldrum w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Second Attack Baldrum w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18

Yep!

The Shining Knight whirls around as the foe suddenly disappears and reappears!

Handy, thanks Baldrum! Here's Shining Knight's new save against confusion

New Save vs Confusion (morale bonus): 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 6 + 2 = 15

I'm not sure whose turn it is.

My posting is going to be spotty over the next few days--we have an inbound cyclone and I'm a member of the State Emergency Service. Please bot as needed.

Gasping in pain as the nightmarish creature plants a soul-weakening kiss on him, the Shining Knight gathers his courage. "Nay, wench! These lips are reserved for my true love, and she is not thee!"

@GM: Sorry, I did completely forget about confusion last round! I've added it to my tagline and will roll for this round below. Result: Act Normal.

Doing another full attack. (my understanding of incorporeal in Pathfinder is that, unlike D&D 3.5, there's no miss chance, it's just that magic weapons automatically do half damage)

@GM: I've failed the Will save vs nightmare curse--I don't know what effect this has.

Will save vs nightmare curse: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

Confusion: 1d100 ⇒ 4

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword & P.A.: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
damage (slashing): 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword & P.A.: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16
damage (slashing): 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16

Recoiling dramatically from the now-nightmarish vision, The Shining Knight again draws his blade. "Back to whence you came, foul beast from the netherworld beyond the pale!"

5' step to draw a weapon while moving, full attack.

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword & P.A.: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
damage (slashing): 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17

[dice=Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword & P.A.: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13
damage (slashing): 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Who are we waiting on? (I don't think it's me--I'm busy hugging a ghost!)

"Forsooth!" shouts The Shining Knight. "Perfidy most foul! Betrayal to the utmost! Back enchantress, your dewy cheeks and alluring bosom justify not the evil you have fallen into." Sheathing his blade, The Shining Knight tries to grab the "maiden" by the shoulders.

Will save vs confusion: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

Confusion is a pretty nasty effect, so I'm going to use my shirt reroll (+3 GM stars)

Will save reroll: 1d20 + 6 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 3 = 11

Sorry folks :)

Confusion result: 1d100 ⇒ 17

Result: "Act Normally". Is there anything normal about The Shining Knight?

Grapple check (this provokes if she threatens a square).

CMB vs CMD: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28

"Indeed--an eternal trap for my yearning, effulgent heart! Fear not, fair maiden, for the Shining Knight and his famed companions are here to bring you succor. Nay, salvation! From this pit of vile vipers, let freedom, justice, truth, and love ring forth 'cross all the lands!"

Having delivered this oratory is steadily raising volume, the Shining Knight raises his blade high and peers up at it, a gladful tear rolling down his cheek. He then sheathes his blade and move forward.

"A voice so melodious could never be tainted with cruel deception! I come m'lady, for a rescue most glorious!" shouts the Shining Knight, racing off down the northern branch of the corridor.

Moving towards Point # 4 on the map.

The Shining Knight reaches an intersection down the corridor that Syllyn pointed, and spins to the left and then to the right. He shouts: "A gallant knight has arrive to vanquish evildoers and liberate dewy maidens from their captivity, winning their freedom and their hearts! Speak up now if you seek battle or rescue!"

I've moved my token down the most likely corridor for Syllyn to have pointed.

@GM: I'm away for 72 hours--please bot as needed.

The Shining Knight spins in the direction indicated by Syllyn and charges forward, glowing sword outstretched!

"I surmise it may be the dread lich himself!" says The Shining Knight, striking a warrior's pose. "Come out, face my blade, and meet your final fate of destruction!"

The Shining Knight keeps up with Ting, every step leaving a telltale jingle-jangle of his armor breaking the silence of the ancient tomb. "Yes, I think this is the way. I have a good feeling about this, Ting old chap!"

A long, heavy sigh escapes from The Shining Knight. "By the gods, this place is boring! Dust and junk. Where are the maidens? Wasn't there something about a trapped lich? Come forth and do battle, varlet!" he shouts, waving his sword around in the air.

Ok, let's see what happens!

Lucky Number: 1d20 ⇒ 6

The Shining Knight whistles a jaunty tune as he strolls alongside Ting.

The Shining Knight turns a full circle in the middle of the room, peering at each of the exits. Tapping his perfectly white teeth with one fingernail, he makes audible sounds of deep contemplation. "Ah, yes. This one I should think," he announces, heading off in the direction of a passage.

Heading west!

Choice: 1d7 ⇒ 4

"So many traps . . . dreadful things, I daresay! Never fond of the idea, myself. Face a man as a man, sword in hand! Let the sweat of one's brow and the courage of one's heart win the day--not some gnome's workshop tinkering!"

Striding boldly into the rectangular chamber, The Shining Knight looks around for anything of interest.

"Ah yes, good lad!" says The Shining Knight, patting Ting Tang on the back. "I suggest we leave directly. A world of adventure awaits . . . and three fair maidens!" It seems The Shining Knight is a little confused about the difference between what happened in the poem and reality.

Just crunching the numbers:
Syllyn: 6
Ting Tang: 7
Shining Knight: 6
Therin: 6
Baldrum: 4
Kane: 4
Alexis: 4
Average: 5.2 (rounds to 5).
This falls between the two subtiers (3-4 and 6-7), but because we have 5-7 PCs, we are supposed to play high subtier but with the four-player adjustment.

"Fascinating, indeed! Well, I for one am ready to depart this very instant! I'm sure some of my learned allies who actually read books will be able to add a tidbit or two on the way . . ."

"Ah, armored warriors from an exotic land--and female ones, no less! Surely they will face grave dangers. Perhaps a noble knight will appear in the poem to save these damsels in distress!"

The Shining Knight is intentionally written to be a bit boorish, but let me know if anyone is getting annoyed--it's easy to scale back.

The Shining Knight looks around with a wide smile, flashing his perfectly symmetrical white teeth. He claps his fellow agents heartily on the back. "Even before the tome is opened, your own tales of valor fill me with reflected glory and a lust for adventure!"

Knowledge (Local): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18

"Huzzah!" shouts the mysterious warrior known only as The Shining Knight. With his gleaming full plate armor and glowing sword, he looks like chivalric hero from legend--just like one might imagine would appear in a tale from the Tome of Righteous Repose!

1) Player name: Jhaeman
2) Character name: Siegfried/The Shining Knight
3) PFS#-Character#: 238544-5
4) Character Class & Level: Vigilante 6
5) Faction: Dark Archive
6) Regular or slow speed for chronicle: Regular
7) Perception and Initiative Bonus: P+5/I+3
8) Character Ancestry?: Human
9) Anything else I should know:

Yep, I just misunderstood the process/priority of steps. But that's on me.

Looks like I missed out this time around, but next time it's offered, I'll hop in fast :)

Should be interesting!

Khugron needs to enrol in Toastmasters! :)

Day Job Check (Profession: Trapper): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

"All's well that ends well, I always say!" says The Shining Knight in his booming voice. "Fare thee well, boon companions, until the day we meet again to do battle against evildoers!" With that, the armored man departs.

"The tides of battle turn in the direction of the just!"

Attacking the gremlin to the south.

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 7 + 2 = 25
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17

Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 + 2 = 21
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (2) + 10 = 12

The battle continues!

Attacking the gremlin to the north.

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 7 + 2 = 26
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 + 2 = 17
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (2) + 10 = 12

"Evildoers beware--the Shining Knight is here!"

I'm not sure exactly what's happening, but I'll fight to the death :)

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 7 + 2 = 27
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17

Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword + heroism: 1d20 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 + 2 = 7
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Fort save vs poison? + heroism: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 3 + 2 = 17

The Shining Knight waits for his opponent to stand up--attacking a fallen foe just wouldn't be chivalrous!

I'll pass on the AoO.

With his gleaming blade, the Shining Knight slashes at the gremlin!

Full attack on the gremlin next to me.

Attack # 1 w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (2) + 10 = 12

Attack # 2 w/ +1 limning longsword: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10
damage: 1d8 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Undeterred by the javelins, the Shining Knight continues the chase.

Double move.

The Shining Knight races towards the varlet in the northwest corner.

Double move.

I think that's a shelf I'm climbing on? I'll roll a Climb check just in case.

Climb: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

The Shining Knight charges into the room, glowing sword held high!

Double move.

The Shining Knight tries to lend a hand!

Aid Another on Khugron's Strength check.

Aid Another: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3