Jan 10, 2021 5:35 am
Osvaldo nods and heads toward the northern tunnel, heading east towards Klarg, "Let's get this over with and get Sildur out of here."
Part 1: Goblin Arrows
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Jan 10, 2021 6:51 pm
Sneering at the comment about the flood trap, Bug does his best to keep his composure until outside of the chamber with the others. Once outside, he nods back towards Yeemik and quietly says, "That one back there will need to be dealt with once Klarg is gone. I don't trust his word, but we might catch a little luck on the way back if he believes we'll stick to our part of the bargain. At least give ourselves a chance at surprise."
Jan 10, 2021 11:16 pm
"A man is only as good as his word, Bug. I intend to stick by the bargain we struck. But our only thought now should be Klarg. We'll talk more when we have his head, yes?"
Jan 11, 2021 1:27 pm
You eventually arrive at the bridge at the intersection where the stream passage that flooded out continues up beyond another set of uneven steps ahead, bending eastward as it goes. A waterfall sounds out from a larger cavern somewhere north of you. The rickety bridge spans the passage, connecting the two tunnels that are 20 feet above the stream.
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As you arrive at the bridge, what is the marching order while crossing? Is it the same order as posted: Osvaldo, then Bug, with Severus taking up the rear?Jan 12, 2021 6:13 pm
As you press on, crossing the bridge you all look to your right. A figure advances towards you alongside the stream below, though the shining sunlight entering through the cave's mouth prevents you from seeing the figure in detail.
Jan 14, 2021 1:15 am
Severus squints into the sunlight and then says, "Comrades! Be still. We have company. Maybe Quinny has returned? Look! Yonder". Severus points to the shape outlined in the light.
Jan 14, 2021 8:20 pm
Making sure not to raise his voice too loud in case anything is lurking within earshot, Alstaer makes his presence known. "Psst, hey guys, wait up...", cautiously Alstaer makes his way up to the bridge and his comrades. "Sorry, I let you down...but the whole business with the goblins and Quinny going missing...you’ve got to understand, I’ve never been outside of Neverwinter before. I was hiding outside when I saw you," he points at Bug, "wash out of the cave...a-and you got up! And just strolled right back into the cave...and I realised that I was letting myself and you down". Alstaer stands up a little straighter, "it won’t happen again". He quickly remembers his manners and extends a hand to Bug, "I’m Alstaer by the way". He then looks nervously at the rest, his eyes fall on Yeemik, "Oh...and hey to you too".
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Hey guys, not Quinny but hope I’ll do :) Jan 15, 2021 1:07 am
"the good gods bless you, Alstaer, we are mightlily in need of you!.. Friends, listen. I think the path Alstaer is on will lead to Klarg. I suggest I retrace my steps, retrieve my Javellin and we hit Klarg in a pincher move. What say you?"
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We're all glad to have you back, of that I'm sure :-)Last edited January 15, 2021 1:08 am
Jan 15, 2021 2:23 am
At the sight of the stranger, Bug instinctively readies into a crouch, hands readying over his daggers. But as the voice speaks up, he throws quick, puzzled glances towards Severus and Osvaldo, before realizing this is not a new threat.
At the mention of being washed out of the cave, a small smile breaks across Bug's lips. "I'd been meaning to take a bath anyway. Being taken prisoner by goblins is not highly recommended for personal hygiene." Returning the handshake he adds, "Alstaer, pleasure to meet you. More friends is always a good thing. You can call me Bug."
At the mention of being washed out of the cave, a small smile breaks across Bug's lips. "I'd been meaning to take a bath anyway. Being taken prisoner by goblins is not highly recommended for personal hygiene." Returning the handshake he adds, "Alstaer, pleasure to meet you. More friends is always a good thing. You can call me Bug."
Jan 15, 2021 3:45 am
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good to have you back sassafrasLast edited January 15, 2021 3:47 am
Jan 15, 2021 11:55 am
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DM, if I have our positions correct, Alstaer will be somewhere close to the goblin with Severus’ javelin in its guts. The plan is for Severus to retrace his steps, cross the stream again, recover the javelin and join Alstaer. I’m assuming the path by the stream and the bridge will lead to the same end where I hope we can surprise Kmart and his troops in a pincher movementJan 15, 2021 1:51 pm
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Thanks guys, glad to be back. Yeah I was thinking somewhere in the middle for Alstaer, just in case someone sneaks up from behind at some pointJan 15, 2021 4:38 pm
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Here's how I'm understanding it...
Severus, Bug, and Osvaldo were crossing the bridge headed east, when the saw Alstaer approach in the tunnel with the stream below. Severus went back to the stream tunnel, grabbed his javelin, and greetings were made.
Bug and Osvaldo are still on the bridge above and their tunnel runs east (the red arrow). Meanwhile, Severus and Alstaer ar in the stream tunnel, which passes under the bridge and continues north. (the yellow arrow).
Severus suspects that if the bridge tunnel crew heads east, and the stream tunnel crew heads north, they'll both arrive at Klarg's tunnel in a pincer attack.
Am I on the same page as you?
Jan 15, 2021 5:46 pm
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Ah okay, missed the pincer strategy when I was reading the thread. Yup, that seems fine to meJan 16, 2021 5:08 pm
The split groups of parties continue on and their suspicions prove partially true...
This cavern is half filled with two large pools of water, though the evidence of 1 pool shows it been recently emptied. A narrow waterfall high in the eastern wall feeds the pool, which drains out the western end of the chamber to form the stream that flows out of the cave mouth below. Low fieldstone walls serve as dams holding the water in. A wide exit stands to the south, while two smaller passages lead west. The sound of the waterfall echoes through the cavern, making it difficult to hear.
Three goblins guard this cave, ready for a fight and listening for orders from the now deceased bridge goblin to release the second dam of water. As you arrive in the cavern they draw scimitars and prepare for battle.
-->1. Severus, Osvaldo (16)
2. Bug (15)
3. Alstaer (14)
4. Goblins (13)
Everyone is unscathed except Severus who is Severely Wounded with 5HP remaining.
This cavern is half filled with two large pools of water, though the evidence of 1 pool shows it been recently emptied. A narrow waterfall high in the eastern wall feeds the pool, which drains out the western end of the chamber to form the stream that flows out of the cave mouth below. Low fieldstone walls serve as dams holding the water in. A wide exit stands to the south, while two smaller passages lead west. The sound of the waterfall echoes through the cavern, making it difficult to hear.
Three goblins guard this cave, ready for a fight and listening for orders from the now deceased bridge goblin to release the second dam of water. As you arrive in the cavern they draw scimitars and prepare for battle.
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Round 1 begins! Turn order is as follows:-->1. Severus, Osvaldo (16)
2. Bug (15)
3. Alstaer (14)
4. Goblins (13)
Everyone is unscathed except Severus who is Severely Wounded with 5HP remaining.
Rolls
Severus Initiative roll - (1d20+2)
(14) + 2 = 16
Osvaldo Initiative roll - (1d20+3)
(13) + 3 = 16
Bug Initiative roll - (1d20+3)
(12) + 3 = 15
Alstaer Initiative roll - (1d20)
(14) = 14
Goblins Initiative roll - (1d20+2)
(9) + 2 = 11
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