I skid to a halt and carefully look over Ehlissa and Corran's shoulders, getting a surprisingly good view of the small chamber.
Perception 20; Initiative 19
"Wait, don't touch the bag or the metal thing; it might be a trap!" I hiss, looking at Vesh and adding "Care to do the honors Vesh?"
As the folks in the back of the line jostle for position in the confines of the tunnel, Ehlissa, Corran, and Veren peer into the enlarged passage ahead. To the left in the shadows, a strange hunched humanoid form is seen dragging what appears to be a bound and subdued person towards a narrow cleft in the tunnel wall to the left. The creature turns, your torchlight catching its eyes.
It has the form of a gangly, long-limbed human but the head is that of a monstrosity. Its eyes are sunken and dark, its nose two vertical slits in its face; but worst of all is its mouth. The mandible is split vertically forming two halves, each rimmed with sharp teeth. A long tongue protrudes from the hideous, gaping maw as spittle flows freely down its jowls. Seeing you, it lurches to a stop, drops its prisoner and swings towards you, legs set to pounce and sharp claws at the ready.
I'm assuming only the first three are in the widened passage. There will not be a map for this battle as the space is just too confining. Attacks with any but light weapons will have a -2 circumstance penalty. For purpose of ranged attacks, just about everyone in assumed to be in melee and once something engages the enemy, it will have cover.
Male Human (Varisian) Spellthief 4 (XP = 6405) as of 7/28, Wrathspawn and Shrine (10,000xp = 5th level)
JSL wrote:
Seeing you, it lurches to a stop, drops its prisoner and swings towards you, legs set to pounce and sharp claws at the ready.
From the back of the "room," Vesh once again makes a circular gesture with his hand and says "eisae."
Vesh casts Detect Magic once again and looks at the creature and the metal thing on the ground. I'm not sitting there for three rounds to figure out what kind of magic it is, I just want to see if there is magic in play.
If for no other reason than to stop the singing, I'll assume Mal is going to check out the bound person...
Vesh wrote:
Vesh casts Detect Magic once again and looks at the creature and the metal thing on the ground. I'm not sitting there for three rounds to figure out what kind of magic it is, I just want to see if there is magic in play.
Vesh:
Spoiler:
Neither the beastie, nor the metal object (which, now that you look at it appears to be a short sword) radiate any magic. There are auras in the area, however, including the dagger you are holding.
Ehlissa:
The creature locks eyes with you as you challenge it. Momentarily it is distracted and your sword stroke lands true. 5dmg w/ challenge Thick black ichor trails from the wound. Regrouping, it lunges towards you, flailing with its claws and searching for purchase with its teeth. All it gets, however, is a mouthful of shield!
Malcolm:
As the creature engages Ehlissa, you duck past it and come to a stop at the bound body it was dragging. It is Ameiko. She is tied up and gagged. Though conscious, she does not seem terribly lucid. She is bleeding from a deep scratch to the temple. She is at positive hp
Others:
As the rest of you jockey for position in the tunnel, you are startled by an inhuman scream from the darkness above. In a flash of pallid flesh, claws, and teeth, another of the vile creatures plunges from some hidden recess in the ceiling landing smack atop Salome. It is trying to "disarm" your torch. Make a d20 roll (no modifiers) vs. DC 16 to avoid dropping the torch. I have already factored in all relevant modifiers for the disarm attempt to simplify things.
Initiative:
Vesh 21
Ehlissa 20
Malcolm 19
Things 16
Slidell 13 up
Salome 11
Corran 5
Naelah ??
For reference, all badguys are in melee. All PCs are in melee except for Vesh and Naelah, who have Slidell behind them and Ehlissa in front of them. No one can flank from current position.
I try to gently pull Ameiko out of the way and then stand to face the creature. I'm flanking it right? As it makes it fruitless attack on Ehlissa I raise my shortsord and strike downwards in a powerful blow at the thing's back.
IC isn't working at the moment so Attack 23 (19+4) Crit. Conf 8 (4+4) Damage 4 (3+1) Sneak Attack 1
As the rest of you jockey for position in the tunnel, you are startled by an inhuman scream from the darkness above. In a flash of pallid flesh, claws, and teeth, another of the vile creatures plunges from some hidden recess in the ceiling landing smack atop Salome. It is trying to "disarm" your torch.
I must protest! I my Perception check was 20, and I missed it? Can something that ugly move so silently? I spent all day waiting for something to do, and now I have to look up "grapple" and "trip" before I can post anything. I'm half-tempted to start singing...
Startled by the creature, Salome drops the torch, but quickly regains her senses. Any fear or concern she may have had is now overwhelmed by sheer rage against this monster standing over her. Unarmed and realizing she needs to weaken it somehow, Salome quickly drops to the floor and spin-kicks, attempting to trip the creature. Completing the circle, she moves back and trains her crossbow on her foe.
Oh good, you haven't been waiting on me TOO long!
Cue music,... Enter the Mage,...
"WHOA, UGLY!" Slidell cries out in alarm as the misshapen creature lands literally atop Salome in the enclosed tunnel. His already wide eyes threaten to bug out of his head when he realizes that HE is the only one within reach of providing immediate rescue.
Somewhere, in the deep, calm recesses of his mind, Slidell hears the voice of his mentor echoing from years ago when his training began.
'Remember the first two rules of casting in combat, Rule #1, Never physically confront the enemy.'
'And what is rule #2 master?'
'NEVER,... PHYSICALLY,... CONFRONT,... THE ENEMY!!!'
Meanwhile, back in the tunnel,...
"WhatinthenameofNethysareyou? Getoffofheryou,...big,...ugly,...THING!" Slidell shouts in a rush, his infamous vocabulary failing him in the moment of stress. Finding that he cannot take a step back without colliding with someone else, he begins quickly but carefully casting a spell while yanking what appears to be a piece of lint from a pocket.
I'm only casting a 0-level spell, I'm pretty sure that's a go. :)
Swiftly his free hand traces a subtly slow pattern in the air, catching the creatures attention, He then shoves his hand forward and intones PAJI! And a brief wave of rainbow light flares from his hand and across the creatures eyes,...
That's DAZE, no to hit roll, Will save vs. DC 14. If fails he takes no actions for one turn. But he is NOT stunned, so we get no other bonus on him. PLEASE FAIL you ugly critter!
"Will somebody kindly step this way, and HIT THIS THING?!?" Slidell asks, a little more calmly than before, Apparently more confident in his mystical abilities.
Male Human (Varisian) Spellthief 4 (XP = 6405) as of 7/28, Wrathspawn and Shrine (10,000xp = 5th level)
Slidell Stormraven wrote:
"Will somebody kindly step this way, and HIT THIS THING?!?" Slidell asks, a little more calmly than before,...
I know that there is no map, but where the heck are people in relation to these things? It seems like Ehlissa, Corran, Veren, and now Malcolm are engaging monster 1 in the "North." Slidell and Salome are engaging monster 2 in the "South." JSL's last post seems to indicate that Naelah and Vesh are in the middle, but I thought Vesh was in the back. In short, I'm confused.
What is Vesh close enough to attack? Can he move/tumble to get into a flanking position on either creature? Is he close to the metal object and, if so, how close?
Positions: Thing #1 is backed up towards a tunnel opening where it was trying to drag Ameiko. Ehlissa and Corran have engaged it side-by-side. Malcolm is in another adjacent square. Due to the small size of the room, no one can flank it unless they can somehow push past it into the tunnel beyond. Vesh had to move forward (from second to last position) in order to see Thing #1 or the shiny object, so I have him standing directly behind Ehlissa and Corran. Naelah and Veren are in or around the opening into the wider part of the tunnel, so they are between Vesh and Slidell. As Slidell properly noted, they are preventing him from backing away. Thing #2 is between Slidell and Salome. Salome has just backed away from it and has open tunnel behind her. Vesh has easy access to the shiny object or the canvas bag - both about 5 feet from him. He can also get to Ameiko or attempt a ranged attack (through cover and into melee), but he cannot enter melee with either thing unless someone else withdraws.
Salome's torch clatters to the ground and rolls aside in a cascade of sparks. It flickers, but continues to burn faintly. The tunnel area is now dimly lit. Conceal 6 (you must beat a 6 on a d20 to confirm a hit).
The monstrous creature leers at Slidell as he completes his spell. The cascade of rainbow light arcs towards it, only to fizzle into nothingness inches from the creature. As Salome lashes out, it pivots, taking a swing of its own, but drawing only air. Her well placed kick connects with the creature's knee as she rolls away and levels her crossbow. It is still on its feet and Salome is now 5' away from it.
Malcolm and Corran's blows brings a howl from the other creature, which seems to nearly buckle before steadying itself and rising. Its sinews ripple under taught skin and its gibbering mandibles flay the air. To your horror, the ichor seeping from its wounds begins to harden and fall to the floor revealing fresh skin.
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Vesh 21
Ehlissa 20
Malcolm 19
Things 16
Slidell 13
Salome 11
Corran 5
Naelah ?? up
Male Human (Varisian) Spellthief 4 (XP = 6405) as of 7/28, Wrathspawn and Shrine (10,000xp = 5th level)
I lost a rather descriptive post of a rather foolhardy move that Vesh attempts to make when it is his turn. He doesn't have a high enough mod. to tumble past the creature and get into flanking position without drawing a AoO. So, I decided to gamble and attempt to "push past it" as JSL describes by attempting an overrun. I figured, if I'm going to draw an AoO anyways, I might as well try to knock it prone.
Long story short, I rolled a 4 for my strength check. I should know better than to tempt invisible castle. Tempted as I was to let the lost post go without another word, I'm taking the lumps. Besides, the action is in keeping with Vesh's impetuous side. So, unless JSL really flubs his roll, Vesh will soon be lying at Ehlissa and Corran's feet!
The moral of this story being, it's only good to pull an Errol Flynn if you make your die rolls.
Slidell observes the creatures sneering reaction to his spell with academic interest, seeming to momentarily forget where he is,...
"Fascinating. Either it possesses a natural immunity or resistance to the Art in general, or it is possessed of a higher intelligence than it's bestial appearance would seem to indicate. Either way, that could pose a minor problem. As I came prepared to deal with hordes of diminutive goblins, not these textbook examples of '101 Reasons Mages should never dump their Experiments in City Sewers'! Anybody have any magic weapons handy? I have a scroll here that should help,..." Slidell begins patting his pockets while trying to back slowly away from the thing, but only bumping up against Veren, who is growling at the creature.
NOTE- My Mage Armor lasts for 3 hours, (1 for each level, +1 CL for Conj. from Varisian Tattoo) So my AC is 16.
Note/Question-It is my understanding that FRIENDLY figures can pass freely through each other's spaces/squares, we just cannot end our turn IN a square with another. (IE-No sharing) So if we can get an open square on one side or another of us standing together, we can do a switch. Yes/No?
Is the light shed by Ehlissa's sword being counted for the lighting conditions?
Yes, but you are somewhat around the corner from the group in the tunnel.
Slidell wrote:
Note/Question-It is my understanding that FRIENDLY figures can pass freely through each other's spaces/squares, we just cannot end our turn IN a square with another. (IE-No sharing) So if we can get an open square on one side or another of us standing together, we can do a switch. Yes/No?
Yes, if (for example) you used a full round action to withdraw into the space Vesh vacated, someone could move into your space.
Thrown off-balance by Vesh's sudden attack, it is all the creature can do to keep the charging youth in front of him. With a desperate stiff-arm it sends Vesh careening into Corran and to a hard landing on the damp floor.
AoO missed, Vesh moves back 5' into an occupied space and falls prone.
Since Naelah hasn't posted, I think it is fair to have her cast a light spell and try to brighten up the tunnel. Veren will delay until Slidell falls back. We can proceed to Ehlissa and Malcolm vs. Thing 1
The creature weathers a storm of blows from Ehlissa and Malcolm. It reels under the onslaught, but remains on its feet and lurches into the fray.
With a viscous swipe from one of its clawed arms, it opens a bloody rent in Vesh's exposed back and torso. Attack vs. Vesh (1d20+6=17, 1d4+4=5). Hit for 5 dmg. Make a DC 14 Fort save or see spoiler below.
In the tunnel, the second creature turns from Salome to Slidell and lashes out in a frenzy of teeth and claws. The mage's force armor holds the creature's claws at bay, but it manages to draw blood with its bite. Attack vs. Slidell (1d20+5=15, 1d4+3=4, 1d20+5=10, 1d4+3=7, 1d20-1=16, 1d6+1=3). Hit for 3 dmg. Make a DC 13 Fort save or see spoiler below.
Fort Save:
Spoiler:
If you fail your save, you are sickened, taking a -2 to basically everything except AC (attacks, saves, checks, and damage). You can re-attempt the save every round on your turn starting after the creatures' next turn. Once you pass, the sickened condition is over.
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Vesh 21
Ehlissa 20
Malcolm 19
Things 16
Slidell 13 up
Veren 13-
Salome 11
Corran 5
Naelah 5-
Salome takes another step back and aims for the monster's eyes, which she can just make out in the darkness. She lets her bolt fly, but misses her target as the monster turns its ugly head toward Slidell.
Vesh rebounds off of the creature's outstretched hand and falls at Corran's feet. Vesh spins onto his stomach as the creature rears back a clawed hand. As Ehlissa and Malcolm buffet the creature with blows from their weapons, the thing rakes Vesh's back and rips a large gash into him.
Immediately Vesh feels a burning in his back that courses through his body, his head explodes with the pain of a migraine and he fights to keep the contents of his stomach down.
Um, Not to be TOO picky, but the wimpy mage would like to clarify one thing. Doesn't the Attack have to EXCEED my AC to hit me? That last att looks like it equals my AC:16. As the character with the least HP to spare, I just want to clarify for this and all future combats, where I'm Stoopid enough to end up in Hand-to-Hand with an unidentified Critter! Fort Save posted for if I'm mistaken. Thank you. :)
The creature turns from Salome and leers with it's weird split mouth at Slidell. Slidell rotates his head to keep looking at the thing straight as it looks at him. The raven retreating under the dubious protection of Slidell's wide brimmed hat. Slidell makes a face as he waves his hand back and forth in front of his nose.
"Not to add insult to injury, but not only are you ugly, your oral hygiene is seriously lacking."
The creature becomes a whirlwind of claws and teeth, actually drawing sparks from Slidell's mystic shield as he fights to hold off the creature's blows with a dagger that suddenly seems more child's plaything than dangerous weapon.
Seemingly as surprised as the creature that he somehow managed to survive the assault, Slidell Feints an attack, causing the creature to rear back, and Slidell deftly withdraws past Veren, leaving a space open on both sides of the creature.
"Don't mind me, I just need some room to do some proper finger waggling." He smiles at Naelah. "Do you think that Veren can hold it off for a few seconds? Salome! Don't close with it! I'm calling in reinforcements!"
He begins patting his pockets looking for something when he clutches his head and groans. "Oh my, is that the adrenalin fading already? Oh no, tell me it didn't actually bite me!" He begins frantically checking his arms and sleeves,...
Full round to withdraw, no AoO, let me know on the above question and I'll add the damage to my sheet if i have to.
Um, Not to be TOO picky, but the wimpy mage would like to clarify one thing. Doesn't the Attack have to EXCEED my AC to hit me? That last att looks like it equals my AC:16.
From d20SRD.org: An attack roll represents your attempt to strike your opponent on your turn in a round. When you make an attack roll, you roll a d20 and add your attack bonus. (Other modifiers may also apply to this roll.) If your result equals or beats the target’s Armor Class, you hit and deal damage.
Sorry dude. I wish for your case (and mine for that matter) that it was only "exceeds." These buggers might take a few of us out if JSL's rolls turn around.
I'm going to be a bum and post Veren's action just to keep things moving. We haven't heard from Psi again for a few days and it is 4AM in Aus., so I don't expect to for another 8 hours.
As Slidell falls back, Salome's errant crossbow bolt pings off the cavern wall and whistles past the space formerly occupied by his head. Low to the ground, Veren surges to the attack, grasping the creature's leg in his mouth and yanking. With effort, it manages to shake free.
From behind Corran, Vesh appears and attempts to knock the creature over. Vesh bounces off the creature's outstretched arm, forcing Corran to step back to avoind trampling Vesh (Corran takes a 5' step back), but Corran notices how much effort it takes the creature to keep Vesh from toppling it over, so Corran levels his shield at the thing's head as it stoops to attack the fallen Vesh and rushes forward, trying to knock it over.
Corran is aiming to knock it down on the way to the passage behind the creature. He'll then turn and hopefully be able to provide a flanking bonus to Vesh or Ehlissa.
From behind Corran, Vesh appears and attempts to knock the creature over. Vesh bounces off the creature's outstretched arm, forcing Corran to step back to avoind trampling Vesh (Corran takes a 5' step back), but Corran notices how much effort it takes the creature to keep Vesh from toppling it over, so Corran levels his shield at the thing's head as it stoops to attack the fallen Vesh and rushes forward, trying to knock it over.
Corran is aiming to knock it down on the way to the passage behind the creature. He'll then turn and hopefully be able to provide a flanking bonus to Vesh or Ehlissa.
OK. But he doesn't need to take a 5' step back. In fact, that would prevent additional movement.
Corran takes the creature's feeble swing in stride with his shield and follows through, sending it crashing to the ground. He is now in the passageway behind it.
Since Naelah likely cannot contribute to either fight, I will have her delay in hopes that someone can finish Creature #1 and she can move to help the wounded.
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Vesh 21 up
Ehlissa 20
Malcolm 19
Naelah 19-
Things 16
Slidell 13
Veren 13-
Salome 11
Corran 5
Male Human (Varisian) Spellthief 4 (XP = 6405) as of 7/28, Wrathspawn and Shrine (10,000xp = 5th level)
JSL wrote:
OK. But he doesn't need to take a 5' step back. In fact, that would prevent additional movement.
I'll post Vesh in an hour or so. Can you explain the above? I know it has something to with the difference btwn. standard actions, move actions, and full-round actions, but I can't find the rule. Thanks.
I'll post Vesh in an hour or so. Can you explain the above? I know it has something to with the difference btwn. standard actions, move actions, and full-round actions, but I can't find the rule. Thanks.
A five foot step is a free action that you can take only if you make no other movement in the round. You can still make a "move" action, you just can't use it to move. You can use it to stand up, get an item, redirect a spell, etc, but not move. So if Corran takes a 5' step, he cannot attempt the overrun. As to needing to move, as long as he ends his turn in a legal space, it doesn't matter that he begins his turn or takes actions in an illegal space. So he could have attacked or even full attacked and then taken the 5' step at the end of his turn to get into a legal space.
It does get an AoO. You also get a +4 for it being prone and a +2 for the flank, so you had a 9. It's attack is at -4 for being prone.
As Vesh rises to his feet, the creature swipes at his leg, opening another painful wound. Creature AoO vs. Vesh. (1d20+2=18, 1d4+4=5) Hit for 5. Off balance, Vesh falters and his return stab with Ameiko's dagger is errant.
"Vesh... Is that my... How did you..." Ameiko gasps in a brief moment of lucidity before lapsing again into stupor.
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Vesh 21
Ehlissa 20 up
Malcolm 19 no need to wait
Naelah 19- will attempt to aid in the tunnel unless someone kills the other critter, in which case, she will help the wounded so a fighter can get into the tunnel
Things 16
Slidell 13
Veren 13-
Salome 11
Corran 5
Male Human (Varisian) Spellthief 4 (XP = 6405) as of 7/28, Wrathspawn and Shrine (10,000xp = 5th level)
The thing slices tendon and muscle in Vesh's leg even as he lunged for the attack. Vesh staggers back frowning, looking at the mangled flesh of his leg in confusion.
"Damn! Would you kindly die already!?" I shout in frustration as Vesh wavers under the force of the creature's blows. I draw back my sword and viciously jab at the thing's the back.
Attack 12 (8+4) Dmg 6 (1d6+1)
Ehlissa and Malcolm converge on the prone creature. As the latter plunges his sword through it back, the former dashes its mishapen head into the ground. The creature gives one last convulsion, then lies still.
Seeing the creature fall, Naelah calls out to the group by Ameiko. "Come quickly. There's another in the tunnel!" As she finishes, you all hear Veren give a pained yip and then a somewhat subdued growl. IC is down. He was hit by the creature's claws and took 8 damage. He failed his Fort save and is sickened. Current hp = 5/13.
Veren counter-attacks, but the creature eludes his bite. He then takes a step back.
Gritting her teeth, Naelah charges the creature, attempting to grab it and take it down. As she does this, she deliberately tosses Salome's scimitar to the ground behind the creature. Incredibly, she eludes its attack and wraps her arms around its torso, forcing it backwards and off balance into the cavern wall. The creature has been grappled and Naelah is holding it in place until their next turn. It loses its Dex bonus to AC, cannot move, and cannot take AoOs. Also see the spoiler below.
Positions: in the tunnel from back to front: Salome; 5' gap; creature and Naelah; 5' gap; Veren; Slidell. All others are at the entrance to the passage leading left. (about 5-10 feet from Slidell).
Spoiler:
To simplify grappling, I propose the following. All grapplers move to the same initiative count. On that count, all grapplers make grapple checks. The winner can elect to 1) do damage as per an unarmed or natural attack or 2) hold the opposition still or 3) move the pile up to half their speed or 4) escape the grapple or 5) take a move-equivalent action. For a -4 penalty, you can attempt to do damage with a light weapon. Basically as the usual grapple rules except everyone acts at the same time and there is no need to win an extra grapple check to pin the opponent.
Seeing the creature fall, Naelah calls out to the group by Ameiko. "Come quickly. There's another in the tunnel!" As she finishes, you all hear Veren give a pained yip and then a somewhat subdued growl. IC is down. He was hit by the creature's claws and took 8 damage. He failed his Fort save and is sickened. Current hp = 5/13.
What is "IC"?
I probably won't get another chance to post during the day today. My plan was to shoot the creature with the crossbow again, but now that Naelah is grappling it, I don't want to shoot into melee and risk injuring her. Would it be possible for Salome to pick up the scimitar and slash the creature with it -- or does that use up too many moves? I'll just post rolls for both scenarios, and JSL can fill in as appropriate.
Would it be possible for Salome to pick up the scimitar and slash the creature with it -- or does that use up too many moves?
Yes, that is Naelah's plan. Use a 5' step to close with the creature, then pick up the weapon as a move action. Normally the creature would get an AoO, but it can't since it is grappled. Then hit it as a standard action.
Looks like you rolled a natural 18, which threatens a crit with a scimitar. Confirm crit. (1d20+3=12, 1d6+1=2). EDIT: Since Naelah is holding it still, there is a +4 bonus, so the crit confirms. So the creature takes 7 damage.
Salome rushes to Naelah's aid, scooping up her scimitar and slashing the creature's exposed midsection. It howls in pain and struggles to break Naelah's grip. It's muscles bulge unnaturally and a mixture of froth, blood, and bile spills from it's horrific maw. It's mad now!
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Vesh 21
Ehlissa 20
Malcolm 19
Thing 16 grappling
Naelah 16- grappling
Slidell 13 up
Veren 13- taken
Salome 11 taken
Corran 5 no need to wait
All others are at the entrance to the passage leading left. (about 5-10 feet from Slidell).
Question for JSL:
Spoiler:
As I'm "looking" at positions, that 5-10 feet becomes important to Corran. Correct me if I'm wrong, but Corran might be able to use a move action to be next to monster #2 like this:
1. Corran moves from his square (sq) to fallen monster 1's sq,
2. to Vesh's sq,
3. to an empty sq or two,
4. to Slidell's sq,
5. to Veren's sq, and
6. to the empty sq next to creature 2 and Naelah.
So, my question is, is the distance between Vesh and Slidell 5 feet, 10 feet, or a 7.5 foot diagonal or something like that?
Based on the answer to the above, Corran does one of two things:
Option one: Corran, hearing Naelah cry out, turns as the closer monster falls to Malcolm and Ehlissa. He rushes back down the passage past Vesh, Slidell, and Veren to get next to the Naelah as she wrestles the thing on the ground.
Option two: Corran, hearing Naelah cry out, turns as the closer monster falls to Malcolm and Ehlissa. He rushes back down the passage past Vesh, Slidell, and Veren and using his sword like a spear, he thrusts at the pinned creature.
"Oh. Snap." Slidell says calmly.
Slidell suddenly cries out in pain as he doubles over, sudden fire burning through his body.
" 'Mind over Matter' my skinny arse!" He hisses, beads of sweat standing on his brow, his eyes wide with,... fury?
Forcing himself to stand almost straight, he starts to chant, then breaks off, cursing, as he sees the pile of people that have clustered around the split-jawed horror trying to bring it down.
"What part of DON'T close with the thing do you people not understand?!?" He curses angrily, bending over in obvious pain.
"Fine!" He spits, forcing himself back upright again. He holds up his right hand, thumb and middle finger together, and snaps.
'Shtak!' He spits, snarling.
A loud 'SNAP' is heard next to the creatures' head.
Stopped reading when we started playing it, but if i recall, the poison is supposed to affect our emotions, so playing it that way. :) Casting Sonic Snap (Spell Compendium) 0 lvl spell, 1 point of Damage, no save (unless it has SR) Will save vs DC: 14 or be deafened for 1 round.
The creature's head spins around in response to Slidell's spell. It's eyes are crossed and it is briefly disoriented. Seconds later, Corran crashes down the passage, his sword held level. He deals a swift backhanded blow that opens a bloody gash on the creature's arm.
I think the combat area might be sold out. If Vesh, Malcolm, or Ehlissa want to try to participate, they can, otherwise, I'm going to try to wrap up the fight quickly so no one is left waiting. Meanwhile, they (and only they) can attempt (ha ha) a DC 25 Perception check. Also, keep making those poison saves if applicable. You can also use the time to check out the rest of the room (Search check) or the canvas bag, or try to talk to Ameiko.
Perception DC 25
Spoiler:
From the passageway where the first creature fell, you hear faint noises in the distance.
I have Naelah at exactly 0 hp, so she is stable, but helpless. I think her sacrifice was worth it as now Salome and Corran flank the enemy and with luck might bring it down this round.
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Vesh 21 out of combat
Ehlissa 20 out of combat
Malcolm 19 out of combat
Thing 16 grappling
Naelah 16- grappling
Slidell 13
Veren 13-
Salome 11
Corran 5
I hope I'm doing this right, because if so, it would be really cool. In a critical hit situation, damage is automatically doubled, not re-rolled, right?
Seeing the creature take down the Shoanti girl is just too much for Salome. The exhaustion, frustration, and anger she has managed to keep under control all day finally (and audibly, thanks to a very ill mage, who by the way started her bad day off on a bad note) snap. "HOW DARE YOU!?!" she roars at the creature, rushing with her scimitar catching the last light of the torch and glowing as amber as her eyes. Focusing her strength and rage she expertly slashes the monster's belly and pushes the blade upward into its chest cavity. Dodging flailing claws 5 ft. step, if appropriate, she adds, "I just healed her! And her wolf, too! I will not let some jimmarra destroy my handiwork!"
