Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te

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Ybus Embershard

Feb 18, 2020 3:29 am

Feb 18, 2020 3:29 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Ybus pats out the flames on his sleeve, wincing at the pain from both fire and worm. "Last time I had a 'worm' with a burning sensation, it was after spending the night stuck inside a blizzard with a sheep herder," he chortles, "It got so cold I had to pee into the wind to warm up!

"It looked like this!" He mimes leaning back and grabbing his trousers, channeling his arcane power into a stream of glittering divine radiance that arcs into the sky before cascading like fire upon the swarm of maggots.

Rolls

Sacred Flame, DEX save DC 14 - (2d8)

(57) = 12

Dexterity Save - (1d20)

(10) = 10

Concentration check x2 - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (7) = 7

1d20 : (6) = 6

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 23, 2020 6:22 pm

Feb 23, 2020 6:22 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Quote:

Ignoring the maggots tunneling through his flesh (5 damage) Erden concentrates his dwindling magical energies at the failing portal one last time. CRASH! BOOM! The spinning metal rings fly apart, flinging debris in all directions! (All roll DC 13 DEX saves or take 1 bludgeoning damage)

Rolls

Baracus (Danger Sense) - (1d20+3, 1d20+3)

1d20+3 : (1) + 3 = 4

1d20+3 : (19) + 3 = 22

Ybus - (1d20+1)

(15) + 1 = 16

Erden - (1d20+2)

(9) + 2 = 11

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 23, 2020 6:42 pm

Feb 23, 2020 6:42 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Battle Music

Baracus chooses the Chosen (16 slashing+ 8 bludgeoning). The poison cloud dissipates as the half-orc's axe nearly decapitates the kalding abomination!

The unflappable Ybus rains death on the death maggots (failed DEX save. 12 radiant damage. Swarm is now dead) Now, only those maggots still feasting on living flesh (like the two inside Erden) remain.

Though surrounded by foes, the Chosen focuses all its malice on Apo Tagipusuon. The aged tikbalang kicks feebly as the monster begins to drain her life force. (Level 4 Vampiric Touch. 12 necrotic. Chosen gains 6 hp.)

OOC:

Erden is up. Don't forget to roll 2d6 maggot damage.

Status:
• Ybus: AC 12. 11/28 hp. In the swarm.
• Baracus: AC 17. 3/64 hp. Near dais. Raging. Reckless.
• Erden: AC 12. 19/32 hp. In the swarm. Infested (2 maggots).
• Buluyagon: Bloodied. Below dais.
• Apo Tagipusuon: Bloodied. Grappled.
• Makabo: Below dais. Bloodied. War Dance.
• Makisig: Below dais. Wounded. War Dance.
• Other tikbalang warriors: In the swarm.
• Lingkon-Hok. DEAD.

• Chosen of Kaliya-te: AC 15. 66 damage. Below dais. Concentrating (Vampiric touch).
• Maggot swarm: DEAD.
• Alpha Graboid: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B1: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B2: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B3: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B4: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B5: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B6: DEAD.
• Kalding shaman S1: DEAD.
• Kalding shaman S2: DEAD
• Kalding shaman S3: DEAD.

Battlefield features:
• Westward cliff (20 ft drop).
• Wooden ramp (25 ft) to the west.
• East cliff (40 ft drop).
• Dais near eastward cliff.
• Inter-planar portal on dais. DESTROYED.
• Main battle on the slopes below, east of this position.

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Rolls

Chosen: two Concentration checks vs. DC 10 - (1d20+1, 1d20+1)

1d20+1 : (7) + 1 = 8

1d20+1 : (18) + 1 = 19

Vampiric Touch - (4d6)

(4611) = 12

Erden Crashboom

Feb 24, 2020 2:14 am

Feb 24, 2020 2:14 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Now that the portal is dealt with, Erden pulls out the potion of vitality he has in his bag and drinks it.

[ +- ] Stats

Last edited February 24, 2020 2:14 am

Rolls

Maggot damage - (2d6)

(66) = 12

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 24, 2020 5:25 pm

Feb 24, 2020 5:25 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Battle Music

Erden quaffs the rich, red potion, finally killing the deadly maggots inside him.

The surviving members of the tikbalang warband rally around their leaders, but then the Chosen raises its staff, sending waves of dark death washing over the warriors! (Circle of Death. 8d6 necrotic, DC 15 CON save for half.) With anguished wails, many of the tikbalang warriors crumble to dust... including Buluyagon, that wise-cracking, rice-wine guzzling, cigar-smoking, tattooed sonuva mare.

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Makabo and Makisig do not falter. They fight desperately now to save Apo Tagipusuon. The weakening babaylan does not falter, either. Though still unable to escape the Chosen's foul grip, she speaks a word of blessing on the warriors she can see. (Bless on Baracus, Erden, Makabo, and Makisig)

OOC:

Your turn. Baracus and Erden need to roll DC 15 CON save to halve the necrotic damage.

Status:
• Ybus: AC 12. 11/28 hp.
• Baracus: AC 17. 3/64 hp. Near dais. Raging. Reckless. Bless.
• Erden: AC 12. 7/32 hp. Bless.
• Buluyagon: DEAD.
• Apo Tagipusuon: Bloodied. Grappled. Concentrating (Bless)
• Makabo: Below dais. Bloodied. War Dance. Bless.
• Makisig: Below dais. Bloodied War Dance. Bless.
• Other tikbalang warriors:
• Lingkon-Hok: DEAD.

• Chosen of Kaliya-te: AC 15. 74 damage. Concentrating (Vampiric Touch)
• Maggot swarm: DEAD.
• Alpha Graboid: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B1: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B2: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B3: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B4: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B5: DEAD.
• Kalding berserker B6: DEAD.
• Kalding shaman S1: DEAD.
• Kalding shaman S2: DEAD
• Kalding shaman S3: DEAD.

Battlefield features:
• Westward cliff (20 ft drop).
• Wooden ramp (25 ft) to the west.
• East cliff (40 ft drop).
• Dais near eastward cliff.
• Inter-planar portal on dais. DESTROYED.
• Main battle on the slopes below, east of this position.

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Rolls

Circle of Death - (8d6)

(13451141) = 20

Makabo kampilan vs. Chosen (AC 15) - (1d20+6, 2d6+5)

1d20+6 : (2) + 6 = 8

2d6+5 : (16) + 5 = 12

Makisig javelin melee attack vs. Chosen (AC 15) - (1d20+5, 1d6+5)

1d20+5 : (19) + 5 = 24

1d6+5 : (3) + 5 = 8

Ybus Embershard

Feb 24, 2020 6:48 pm

Feb 24, 2020 6:48 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Ybus kneels to get a better firing platform, but really it's to have a better angle at aiming for The Chosen's knee. "Have an arrow!" declares the warlock. "Have two!"

[ +- ] [url=https://gamersplane.com/characters/dnd5/6546/

Ybus's Stats[/url]"]Armor Class 12 (Leather)
Hit Points 11/28 (5/5d8)
Speed 25 ft., swim 25 ft.
STR 14 (+2); DEX 12 (+1); CON 11 (+0); INT 14 (+2); WIS 14 (+2); CHA 17 (+3)
Saving Throws Wis +5, Cha +6
Skills Athletics +5, Investigation +5, Nature +5, Perception +5
Damage Resistances poison
Senses Passive Perception 15
Languages Common, Halfling
Armor Proficiencies Light armor
Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons
Tool Proficiencies Navigator's tools, vehicles (water)
Heart of the Ocean Ybus can breathe underwater and gains a swimming speed equal to his walking speed.
Lucky Can reroll a 1 on an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw.
Brave Advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
Eldritch Invocation, Aspect of the Moon No longer need sleep; can't be forced to sleep; long rest can be 8 hours of light activity.
Eldritch Invocation, Book of Ancient Secrets Cast Warlock spells as rituals if it has the Ritual tag.
Eldritch Invocation, Mask of Many Faces Cast Disguise Self at will.

Spellcasting Ybus is a 5th-level spellcaster. His spellcasting ability is Charisma (save DC 14, +6 to hit with spell attacks). He knows the following warlock spells:
-- Cantrips (at will) Create Bonfire, Eldritch Blast, Friends, Frostbite, Light, Mage Hand, Minor Illusion, Prestidigitation, Sacred Flame, Spare the Dying
-- 1st level (at will) Disguise Self
-- 3rd level (0/2 slots) Comprehend Languages*, Counterspell, Cure Wounds, Flaming Sphere, Guiding Bolt, Hex, Invisibility, Unseen Servant*
-- Magic Initiate (1/1 long rest) Comprehend Languages*
-- Python Batok (1/1 dawn) Shield
-- Rituals Alarm*, Comprehend Languages*, Unseen Servant*, Water Breathing*

Actions
-- Belaying Pin (Club) Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1d4+2 bludgeoning damage.
-- Handaxe Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft. and range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 1d6+2 slashing damage.
-- Dagger (2) Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft. and range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 1d4+2 piercing damage.

Bonus Actions
-- Healing Light 0/6d6 long rest; heal creature within 60 ft for max 3d6 HP.

Conditions None

Rolls

Eldritch Blast, Second Beam, Force Damage each - (1d20+6, 1d20+6, 1d10)

1d20+6 : (4) + 6 = 10

1d20+6 : (13) + 6 = 19

1d10 : (10) = 10

Inspiration Reroll on one Eldritch Blast - (1d20+6)

(14) + 6 = 20

Feb 24, 2020 6:58 pm

Feb 24, 2020 6:58 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

OOC:

con save

Rolls

Cons save DC 15 - (1d20+7)

(6) + 7 = 13

Feb 24, 2020 7:03 pm

Feb 24, 2020 7:03 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Baracus is at the epicenter of the rolling wave of death, but nothing, not even death itself, can stop him now.

Rolls

Reckless attack on chosen - (1d20+7, 1d20+7, 1d10+6)

1d20+7 : (20) + 7 = 27

1d20+7 : (8) + 7 = 15

1d10+6 : (2) + 6 = 8

Reckless martial arts - (1d20+7, 1d20+7, 1d4+6)

1d20+7 : (3) + 7 = 10

1d20+7 : (7) + 7 = 14

1d4+6 : (3) + 6 = 9

Savage crit - (2d10)

(51) = 6

Erden Crashboom

Feb 24, 2020 9:41 pm

Feb 24, 2020 9:41 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

The necrotic energy washes over Erden and he finally succumbs to his wounds, falling to the ground and lying very still

OOC:

Death Save

Rolls

Death save + bless - (1d20, 1d4)

1d20 : (15) = 15

1d4 : (2) = 2

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 24, 2020 10:44 pm

Feb 24, 2020 10:44 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Ybus reduces the Chosen's legs to bloody stumps. Then, with his father's axe, Baracus decapitates the abomination, sending its hideous, horned head flying in a fountain of dark ichor.

Apo Tagipusuon, herself near death, cannot spare any of her energy to perform healing for the wounded. But she does ensure that Erden is stable before seeing to the difficult task of cleansing this place of kalding defilement.

Makabo and Makisig and the handful of tikbalang survivors tend to their wounded as best they can. To the north, tikbalang victory gongs signal the end of the cult of Kaliya-te.

The day is won! What do you do?

Feb 24, 2020 11:29 pm

Feb 24, 2020 11:29 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Baracus paintings orcish runes with the Chosen's blood upon the ground where he slew him. He paints them on himself as well. So absorbed in his task that he notices almost nothing else going on around him. By the end, runes radiate out from the spot where the Chosen died, and Baracus's torso and face are covered in brutal, red calligraphy.

Ybus Embershard

Feb 24, 2020 11:58 pm

Feb 24, 2020 11:58 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

"Medic!" hails Ybus as he slides to Erden's slide and plants a wet, sloppy kiss full on the lips. "Wake up, Sleeping Beauty!"

Not seeing any immediate reaction, Ybus sighs. "I'm so sorry, I forgot mouthwash," he admits. He pops the stopper on a vial of healing liquid, tips the contents into his cheeks and gargles before bending over Erden and applying mouth-to-mouth, then pinching Erden's nose to force the gnome to swallow.

Rolls

Last Potion of Healing - (2d4+2)

(21) + 2 = 5

Erden Crashboom

Feb 25, 2020 3:59 am

Feb 25, 2020 3:59 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Erden's eyes flutter open and he realizes what Ybus is doing and nearly vomits, "Oh gods! What in the hell are you doing!?"

He shakes his head, not overly surprised, and climbs shakily to his feet to look over the battlefield and feels a huge weight sink down into his stomach to see how many Tikbalang are dead. He begins stumbling his way over to Apo Tagipusuon to see if there's anything he can do to help.

Feb 25, 2020 9:12 am

Feb 25, 2020 9:12 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Baracus finds his friends afterward, moving slowly and awkwardly, but he holds his head up high and his voice is steady. He gestures to the field of battle:

"Just wait until we tell Rydler and Urban about this one."

Last edited February 25, 2020 9:13 am

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 25, 2020 3:52 pm

Feb 25, 2020 3:52 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

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Dawn finally breaks, painting the Bimari mountainside pink and gold. It's glorious! On the slopes below, tikbalang voices are raised in victory chants and ululating war cries. The battle is won, but at a huge cost -- the dead are without number.

Apo Tagipusuon groans under the strain of the cleansing ritual she is performing. The taint is strong, and she is weak, so very weak! It takes the better part of the morning before she declares it's safe enough to leave the site and return to the village. It will take several days and much work to fully cleanse the site. For now, it is time to begin funeral rites for Buluyagon, Lingkon-hok, and the rest of the fallen.

Quote:

Climbing the stepped rice paddies you come across a curious sight: the ritual cleansing of the remains of several tikbalang warriors who fell to kalding weapons.

"We tikbalang celebrate all the phases of life. Yes, even death, which is simply a prelude to rebirth. When a tikbalang warrior dies, even the least among us, they are placed on a wooden throne in a place of honor. The body is blindfolded and arrayed for war. About the neck is placed a garland made of the rarest blossoms, and the mummified heads of slain enemies. For eight days and nights the warrior's deeds are chanted amid feasting and strong, rice wine. On the ninth day the body is placed in a wooden coffin suspended from the sacred cliff so the dead may join the sky-gods." Buluyagon suddenly grabs Ybus' arm and implores all of you, "Promise me, if I should fall tomorrow, burn me. Don't let that maggot thing eat me!"

In the village, The PHULES are reunited and honored by the tikbalang. Many tales are told of the days' exploits. There is feasting to celebrate the hard-won victory. Songs of thanksgiving are sung to the sky-gods and the ancestors. There is also serious talk, in the wee hours, with Apo Mai'ngor and the other elders squatting around fires that have burned low, about the connection between the rat cult and the goat cult. What might it mean that these portals are being raised all over the world (as seen by Urban and Rydler)? What lies beyond, and what dark power that lurks there?

Ybus Embershard

Feb 25, 2020 3:55 pm

Feb 25, 2020 3:55 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

"Make sure you don't leave out all the gory details," says Ybus, showing his arm. "See, the little maggot-hole looks like a butt!"

Feb 26, 2020 3:02 am

Feb 26, 2020 3:02 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

Baracus is enjoying the attention of having slain the Chosen, and of being in a tribal culture again. No gold in anyone's veins, no crowds of strangers, no sewer streams in cobbled streets. The food is fresh and drink is potent.

He enjoys learning the fighting techniques of the tikbalang, and share his own techniques that are a mix Qing'lai and Orcish traditions. He compares weapons and tactics and battlecries and battle scars.

He also shares the story of his father and his quest to become worthy to join him on the endless fields of battle on the plane of Acheron. Likewise, he listens to the tikbalang stories and songs, and tries to learn their language, much to the laughter of everyone.

Jabes.plays.RPG

Feb 28, 2020 4:03 pm

Feb 28, 2020 4:03 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

The PHULEs stay with the tikbalang tribe for eight days and nights to participate in the funeral rites, as well as assist in the cleansing ritual around the portal area. Finally, you are ready to bid Bimar farewell. The horse-men say you are welcome to visit them any time.

Where do you go from here?

Feb 29, 2020 2:48 am

Feb 29, 2020 2:48 am

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

"Pradesh"

The PHULES were discussing their next move, and Baracus had a direction in mind. He tied his topknot as he explained his proposal.

"The First Sword has been my stalwart companion, and now it is time for it to return home. The leaders of the Thousand Swords will appreciate its return."

Last edited February 29, 2020 2:48 am

Ybus Embershard

Feb 29, 2020 6:44 pm

Feb 29, 2020 6:44 pm

Re: Episode 4: The Cult of Kaliya-te.

"That's right!" declares Ybus, pointing his finger to the sky. "Time to take BA's betrothed home to papa!"

He whispers to Erden, "That's what he meant, right? I hadn't been paying attention."

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