Xindyra Brenna's page

Agreeing with what Zen said, you have to have fun in it too.

A short summary epilogue is a fun idea.

Inspired Kn. Geography: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + 10 + (6) = 20
Inspired Kn. History: 1d20 + 11 + 1d6 ⇒ (14) + 11 + (6) = 31

Xindyra sums up the spoilered contents.

"So basically relics, dangers, and aristocracy and guards aplenty, if we go after the valuable gem. So lots of sneaking and lying, i reckon would be in the future."

Still here, not to worry.

The surreal troupe of chefs is quite amazing to see. Xindyra wonders how sophisticated that runs, and decides to ask Vesta about such things next.

She patiently listens to what Dr. Taproot tells them.
Sheesh, propaganda drama. What a bore.

"Any questions?"

"No pressure, right? It's only getting into Kez territory and steal from their emperor. They couldn't possibly get upset over that."

Yukarii didn't push the buttons but she did begin to get a feel for what functions and controls were most used. She didn't figure out the code but she thought she could guide the next person to try something. "I do not think I can figure out the code myself but I think I can help you the next time you try to decipher it Xindyra -san."

You get +4 Xindyra."

"Sure thing.", the tiefling says enthusiastic.

Inspired Kn. Engineering 1st: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 ⇒ (8) + 15 + (6) = 29
Inspired Kn. Engineering 2nd, aid from Yukarii: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 15 + (3) + 4 = 27
Thanks, that nailed it. ;)

Xindyra goes about figuring out whatever will reveal itself to the group...

Inspired Kn. Arcana: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (10) + 10 + (6) = 26
Inspired Kn. Engineering: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 ⇒ (19) + 15 + (4) = 38

Like Zendara, Xindyra's mind and perception takes in much of the details they come across. Xindyra would eagerly work alogside Zendara to figure out how the place worked.

"Intruiging, Gatekeeper. Would you mind if we try helping you understand the place's mysteries?"

Her tail slowly waves from one side to the other in excitement.

Then 1 background skill point to linguistics, and learn from Yukarri.

1 background skill point to craft alchemy.

Regular points:
+1 Bluff
+1 Disable Device
+1 Kn. Religion
+2 Perception
+1 Sense motive
+4 Stealth

Special: +1 Kn. Engineering via chip implant. (+1 every odd level)

Lvl gains

BaB +0, BaB invest 7 = BaB Alch 6 & swash 1

Fort +1
+10 HP (average + 2 con +1 FCB)

10 skill points +2 BGSP
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Alchemist: +2 lvl 2 extracts known: Invisibility, and a favorite, Vomit swarm.

+1 2nd lvl per day
Discovery: preserve organs (25% to negate a crit)

Investigator:
Lvl 3 extracts!
Known lvl 3 x2: Displacement, Monstrous physique I
Talent: Sapping offense (target damaged by studied strike can't make AoO for 1 round)

Still deciding on a feat.

2 questions before i allocate to the skills.

1) Might we reach lvl 10, and will we face potent spellcasters? (Cult high priests???)
This is in relation to investing more in Kn. Planes.
2) What languages we may not have yet, would be useful, and do we have a source to learn it from?

I won't have time to update my character today, but I definitely want to go in the castle... unless the dragons forbid of course, but hopefully that is the next step. :)

Shall we? Zendara asks her companions.

We're good people, we'll be fine.

"Definitely. A flying castle? What person in their right mind would -not- be curious to see what is inside?"

Edwin misses, and Xindyra almost did too but she just managed to turn her blade at the last moment to decapitate it. The zombie then exploded in a shower of gore.

Zendara missed her shot, but then the rest of the party dispatched the zombie from range. The frantic sounds of battle faded leaving your ragged breathing. It was a hard battle with many of you sorely wounded, but you had won. The last and particularly badly damaged ring of standing stones had been cleared of the undead, all that remained was to cleanse it and then to attempt the ritual that would open the way if you dare.

COMBAT OVER - it's been long enough.

6 rounds is child's play. It ran to a little over a minute in a game one time. Granted, that was the final confrontation against a cult high priest and followers.

"That's a relief, no more exploding bodies.
Is everyone alright?", she looks at each of her companions.

Both i and Edwin have longarm active.

Edwin steps 5ft away from the zombie, staying outside of melee reach.

Black blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 20Dmg, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (1) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (3, 6) = 29

He misses, somehow....

Xindyra steps away 5ft as well, slashing with the tip of her rapier.
Rapier, cat's grace, heroism, studied combat, defensively: 1d20 + 18 - 4 ⇒ (6) + 18 - 4 = 20Dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 6 + 2 + 3 = 12

Edwin steps back 5ft towards Yukarii to attack the zombie assaulting her.

Black blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 34Dmg, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (4) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (5, 2) = 30

Xindyra slashes at the nearest zombie near Yukarii.
Rapier, defensive: 1d20 + 18 - 4 ⇒ (4) + 18 - 4 = 18
Slashing dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 2 + 3 = 13

Edwin slashes at the blue zombie.
Black blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 34Slashy, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (3) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (4, 6) = 32

Xindyra slashes at green.
Rapier, cat's grace, heroism, study target, defensive: 1d20 + 18 - 4 ⇒ (3) + 18 - 4 = 17Dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 2 + 3 = 16

Edwin slashes at the red zombie threatening Yukarii.

Black blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 35Dmg, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (3) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (5, 6) = 33

Provided that kills it, Xindyra steps 5ft towards Yukarii, and slashes at the green zombie, after glancing for a weak spot.

Rapier, cat's grace, heroism, studied combat, defensively: 1d20 + 18 - 4 ⇒ (3) + 18 - 4 = 17Slashing Dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (1) + 6 + 2 + (3, 2) = 14

Xindrya? :)

I was wondering how the zombies were going to attack Edwin & Xindyra, but if an advance is what you prefer, sure. :)

Whatever zombie is in front of Edwin, he steps 5ft back out of reach and slices at it.
Black blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 29 Dmg, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (1) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (1, 3) = 24

Xindyra might get in 1 aoo against an approaching zombie. Regular AC at 31 from fighting defensively.

Aoo, cat's grace, heroism, fight defensively: 1d20 + 15 - 4 ⇒ (11) + 15 - 4 = 22Slashing dmg, cat's grace: 1d6 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 2 = 14

Her regular attack, she like Edwin steps 5ft away.
She studies the nearest zombie, and slashes at it defensively.
Rapier, cat's grace, heroism, studied combat, fight defensively: 1d20 + 18 - 4 ⇒ (12) + 18 - 4 = 26Slashing dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 2 + (6, 5) = 25

Happy new year!

I have to admit, Edwin's player made a well thought out PC.

Prior to combat, following buffs.
Alchemical allocation > Heroism potion. +2 to attack & saves
Blur. 20% miss chance
Cat's Grace. +4 dex. [+2 to reflex, attack and dmg, +1 dex to AC]
Shield. +3 extra shield bonus.

New AC: 25/16/19.

Xindyra moves to in front of Yukarii, and prepares a strike.
Using weapon versatility to make that a slashing damage attack with the tip of her rapier, defensively. Since orange is closest, she makes a mental note (studied target) to go for soft spots.

Slash, heroism, cat's grace, studied target, defensively: 1d20 + 15 - 4 ⇒ (20) + 15 - 4 = 31Slashing Dmg, Cat's grace: 1d6 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 2 = 13

Crit?: 1d20 + 15 - 4 ⇒ (1) + 15 - 4 = 12Slashing Dmg, Cat's grace: 1d6 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 2 = 10

Mr. Edwin J. Wiskers, Esq., prepares for battle with the following.
Activate +2 enhancement on his bonded blade, through occultist [Legacy Weapon] This becomes +4 from bane quality.
Arcane strike. +1 attack & dmg +1 for every 5 caster levels.
Magus spells: Long arm, Mirror image Extra Edwins: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5, Shield.
Occultist spells: Mage Armor.

He closes rank with Xindyra, preparing his first reach attack.
Black Blade, arcane strike, bane: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 13 + 2 + 4 = 30Slashing dmg, arcane strike, bane: 1d4 + 13 + 2 + 4 + 2d6 ⇒ (2) + 13 + 2 + 4 + (5, 4) = 30

Inspired Kn. Engineering: 1d20 + 14 + 1d6 ⇒ (6) + 14 + (5) = 25
Inspired Kn. Local: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (19) + 10 + (2) = 31
Inspired Kn. Religion: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (10) + 10 + (3) = 23

"Hey Mike, you're the more seasoned of us when it comes to excavations, but i believe some of those layers are indicators of more worth in the soil than you speak of now. Mining here would make a big profit."

"Particularly if you put a claim on it. Speaking of which, -WE- should claim it, before anyone else does. Start a small time operation, that ships off hauls to our home isle, and be sold there for quite some coin. Further sponsor ourselves for further ventures, hmm?"

When it comes to the presence of the undead, Xindyra leans back into cover avoid being spotted.
"Hmm, i hope i am wrong, but those corpses do not seem to stagger in their movement. And do you see those bloated ones? There was this inquisitor who told me such zombies explode upon destruction, releasing a burst of dark energy, or plague even."

How do you spoiler within a spoiler?

Zendara enjoys finding some gold, and wonders exactly how much money they were contemplating here.

Yes, I'm good with fast forward.

Me too.

With 1 more site to cleanse, what are our thoughts on the prior topic, on finding another player(s)?

Camping's good.

After Zendara explains,

Inspired Kn. Religion: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (18) + 10 + (6) = 34

She shares the spoilers with the others.

Inspired linguistics: 1d20 + 9 + 1d6 ⇒ (2) + 9 + (2) = 13

Xindyra;s thoughts must still be half focused on the blade of Edwin, for she didn't properly process the writing before her.

Xindyra sheathes her rapier.

"Nice slashing Edwin. That blade of yours is remarkably versatile.
This would have lasted a lot longer otherwise."

Well,

Incorporeal Subtype

An incorporeal creature has no physical body. An incorporeal creature is immune to critical hits and precision-based damage (such as sneak attack damage) unless the attacks are made using a weapon with the ghost touch special weapon quality. In addition, creatures with the incorporeal subtype gain the incorporeal special quality.

Immunity to crits had been a long running given for corporeal undead.

"No crits against incorporeal targets unless Edwin has some trick I'm not aware of."

To my knowledge, a weapon needs to have the ghost touch quality to perform crits on incorporeals.
Edwin gave it to his blade via class powers.

Round 2 Edwin

When Edwin's turn comes around, he continues swinging his scimitar at the ghostly cleric, after stepping into a flank with Xindyra.

Blade, enhanced, flank, fight defensively: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (18) + 13 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 31Dmg ghost touch, strike, bane: 1d3 + 12 + 2 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (1) + 12 + 2 + 2 + (3, 6) = 26

Crit?: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 13 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 29 Extra if confirmed: 1d3 + 12 + 2 + 2 + 2d6 ⇒ (2) + 12 + 2 + 2 + (3, 5) = 26
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Round 3 self

Xindyra jabs at the ghost again.
Rapier, mutagen, cat's grace, heroism, flank, studied target, fight defensive: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (15) + 11 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 - 4 = 33Dmg, mutagen, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 6 + 2 + 2 + 3 = 16

GM, the damage log may be a bit off.

Magic missile and force effects, are one of few means completely effective against creatures with incorporeal type.

And i don't believe Edwin's turned into a wraith?
Him being damaged by his allies, according to the damage log.

I forgot to add his bane property to attack and damage.
Bane dmg: 2d6 ⇒ (5, 2) = 7

Prior to battle, Edwin Whiskers, esq., casted some buffs on himself.
I saw no non-magical shields or armor in his inventory, so his header AC values should be it. His touch AC is 20.

He activates his blade to become undead bane, and swift action to make it magical. He expands his defence with mirror image.
Extra Edwins: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

From what i see, his blade has 5 ability points a/day. Edwin has 13 a/day.

From his blade's pool, he activates (Strike: +2 to dmg rolls for 1 minute)
From his own pool from occultist, he enhances his blade with +2, adding ghost touch quality to it.
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Round 1 for Edwin

He steps into melee, and swings his blade at the wraith.
"For science and discovery!"

Blade, enhanced, fight defensive: 1d20 + 13 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (14) + 13 + 2 - 4 = 25Dmg, ghost touch, strike: 1d3 + 12 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 12 + 2 + 2 = 19
His touch AC is 24.
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My current round 2

Xindyra steps away,
Rapier, mutagen, heroism, cat's grace, studied combat, fight defensively: 1d20 + 11 + 6 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 11 + 6 - 4 = 29Dmg, mutagen, cat's grace, studied target, studied strike precision: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 2 + 2 + 3 = 18

I forgot the +2 from cat's grace dex previously.

Oh, long arm extract as well.

Xindyra moves to near Edward, and prepares a strike fighting defensively, and analyzing the creature with studied combat.
AC 33/26/27.

Prepared hit, heroism, mutagen, cat's grace, studied target, defensively: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (10) + 11 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 - 4 = 26Dmg, mutagen, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 2 + 3 = 13

I don't think i can parry unless i have ghost touch weapon, so no parry & reposte this combat.

If that would happen, and i hope not.

We could see if everyone knows of 1 reliable fellow player, and see how many we get out of that. Depending on how many people our GM would be willing to handle.

We could see if Ridge (Lucanor's player) is interested, he's still active on the board.
(He's someone FangDragon and i gamed with some years ago)
Edit: We ended that back on April 16th 2016. Time flies.

I may know of someone else, but let's hope Edwin checks in before that. :/

Since it is a new day, i'll buff before combat.

Mutagen: +4 Dex, +2 NA
Cat's grace: +4 Dex
Shield: +4 shield (works vs incorporeal touch attacks)
Bear's endurance: +4 Con
Alchemical allocation + heroism potion
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+1 max dodge
+6 rapier attack +4 dmg
+12 HP.
+2 to saves
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AC 27,16(20),21

** spoiler omitted **

Ouch. A bane to tieflings everywhere.

A slight frown briefly passes Xindyra's face.
"Hmhm, that is another tricky opponent. It's a very powerful wraith."

She shares the spoiler with the group, and sighs slightly.
"Channeling strong negative energy, cursing those it touches, and our weapons being far less effective, this would be no trifling matter."

Inspired perception: 1d20 + 14 + 1d6 ⇒ (6) + 14 + (3) = 23
Inspired perception: 1d20 + 14 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 14 + 1 = 32
Inspired Kn. Religion: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (18) + 10 + (6) = 34
Hmm, special abilities and resistances for 200, Alex?

Dex: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24
Reflex: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (14) + 11 = 25

In response to Yukarii,

"If there is, it is elusive. I'm just glad this site will start to recover. Plus getting out alive, especially that."

Inspired Kn. Religion: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (10) + 10 + (6) = 26

Xindyra inspects the obscenities engraved on the menhirs.
"Yup, verses and praises to Nyarlathotep and other cosmic beings. Great Old Ones, i think they were called. Things of unspeakable horror."

Inspired perception: 1d20 + 14 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + 14 + (4) = 22
"Hmm? Hey, look!", as she points at the area around the base of the menhir. "Is it me, or is the ground actually recovering from its blight?"

Inspired Kn. Arcana: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (9) + 10 + (4) = 23
"This stone is magical, i think your effort kick started a self repair."

It was a good thing she wore armor, but the bites hit her hands and neck, as she covered her face from the sudden wave of bites.

"Well, that lasted not long, but the guardian sure was in a ravenous frenzy."

She quickly steps over to support the wounded Edwin.
-28 on me and -30 on Edwin.

2 CMW on Edwin: 4d8 + 10 ⇒ (7, 5, 6, 5) + 10 = 33

1 CMW and 2 CLW on Xindyra: 4d8 + 15 ⇒ (3, 2, 5, 8) + 15 = 33

The healing is most welcome.
"Thanks Zen. When we get back to the inn, i'll be sure to treat you."

Mr Edwin J. Whiskers, Esq. , steps 5ft and activates his arcana to enhance his blade with undead bane.

STrike, inspired: 1d20 + 13 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 13 + 2 + 1 = 26DMg, inspired, bane: 1d4 + 12 + 1 + 2d6 ⇒ (2) + 12 + 1 + (5, 3) = 23

I have blur on.
Miss % bit, claw, 21+ hits: 2d100 ⇒ (11, 59) = 70

Parry claw hit: 1d20 + 18 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 18 + 1 = 26
So i am still mobile, i think? Passing the 1st time i had to make a save.

After getting that initial gash, Xindyra puts extra focus on her defensive element of fighting.

Jab 1, fight defensively: 1d20 + 18 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (13) + 18 + 1 - 4 = 28Dmg: 1d6 + 12 ⇒ (3) + 12 = 15
Jab 2 fight defensively: 1d20 + 13 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 13 + 1 - 4 = 26Dmg: 1d6 + 12 ⇒ (5) + 12 = 17

Studied strike: 2d6 ⇒ (5, 5) = 10Reapply studied combat.

She 5ft steps west.

AC went up to 33.

I'm assuming Xindyra had been able to study the ghoul guardian again, for studied combat.

Rapier vs ugly, cat's grace, heroism, studied combat, inspired: 1d20 + 18 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 18 + 1 = 34Dmg, cat's grace, studied target, inspired: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 2 + 3 + 1 = 18

Xindyra unleashes studied strike for 2d6 ⇒ (4, 5) = 9 precision damage, and swift action studies him again.

She steps 5ft back into cover.

Hold. Get in position first, or it will be on top of us before we are ready.

"Hrm. Very well, some arrows before it gets within range, i take it.

Xindyra moves south, and makes a jab at the ghoulish guardian.
As a swift action, she studies the creature.

Rapier, cat's grace, heroism, studied combat: 1d20 + 11 + 4 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 11 + 4 + 3 = 23Dmg, cat's grace, studied target: 1d6 + 6 + 2 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 6 + 2 + 3 = 16
Reach from long arm.

She unleashes studied strike, dealing an additional 2d6 ⇒ (4, 1) = 5 precision damage.

Xindyra moves closer to near Edwin, and continues her total defense.

Mr. E. Whiskers, esq. Casts mage armor on himself and moves 20ft towards Xindyra's position.

Xindyra advances 30ft, then takes a total defense. She intends to approach cautiously.

Well a bear's endurance for good measure. I don't much fancy ghoul fever.
+2 to fort saves, for total of +4 with heroism.
+12 HP.