Chapter 3 - Into the Wilds

Aug 30, 2021 12:06 am

Gerbo walks in and hikes up his belt before doing his best to look like an adult when he sits down in the smallest chair (which is still too big for him).

Aug 30, 2021 2:17 am

Karma follows Gerbo into the room gives a wave, "Dudes." He then slouches into a seat.

Aug 30, 2021 6:47 am

Kerisha stands in shock for a moment at the sight of Qelline. It takes a few seconds for her to realise she is staring, mouth slightly open at the halfling. She takes a seat and scans the room half expecting Carp to burst out and surprise them.

Aug 31, 2021 1:14 pm

OOC:

Yay monies, I need to start a banking operation instead of an Ale operation. :D

"Hmm.. Great! I hope its about getting set up with a local town watch and getting this back into shape. What may I ask would you need a Guild Salesman for then?"

Aug 31, 2021 11:51 pm

OOC:

Sorry, everyone. Day got away from me. I'll have something posted tomorrow afternoon!

Sep 1, 2021 5:39 pm

"Until we can convince Harbin that there is an actual need for a town guard I'm afraid that is a battle not worth fighting at this time. While it is much to the benefit of the town that the Redbrands have been dealt with, Harbin will see their removal as yet another reason a town guard is not needed."

Sildar slowly shakes his head in disgust "The man is just thick in the head."

The half-elf to Sildar's left lets out a slight chuckle at the comment. "Harbin is what he is. A fine administrator for the town but as spineless as a jellyfish. We'll build a guard without him!"

Nodding in agreement Sildar turns his attention to the group gathered before him.

"Friends, while you were dealing with the traitor Iarno I have been talking to the townsfolks for any leads to Gundren's whereabouts. While I was unable to find anything concrete, I do believe these two might have some information that can send us in the right direction."

Sildar takes a seat and motions towards Qelline, "I believe you all know Miss Alderleaf."

Qelline stands on her chair and smiles before telling everyone what she knows.

"Your friend Orel had come to my farmhouse badly injured and while I did what I could, I thought it best that we visit Sister Garele at the Shrine of Luck. As we were about to leave we were joined by Mirna and her children. Mirna told me that you had rescued her and mentioned that she felt bad about having nothing to reward you with other than an heirloom of hers still at Thundertree."

"That's when I remembered an old friend of mine named Reidoth of mine who said that he was going to station himself in the ruins out there to continue some of his druidic studies. The man knows every inch of the wilds from here up to Neverwinter... and probably more. Find him and I'm sure he can tell you how to get to that castle Sir Hallwinter said you're all looking for! Then all yo...."

"Certainly worth investigating... the half-elf interrupts, abruptly standing from his chair. Qelline shoots the man a quick glare before resigning herself to her seat.

"...if your willing to rely on finding a traveling druid who will more than likely be off in the woods sniffing tree bark. I think the more reasonable approach would be to find the banshee Agatha at her lair near Conyberry and ask her. She's easy to find and all you'd need to do is present her with a reasonable gift in exchange to the answer for a single question. Visit the good Sister, as I believe she has a gift that would be perfect for this."

The man then takes his seat and Sildar chimes in.

"What I'd like for you to do, highly skilled Guild Salesmen included, is to choose one of the leads to chase down and see what you can find out. I can outfit you with needed equipment for time on the march if needed."

OOC:

Lots of word salad for "A or B", but there ya go.
Feel free to ask questions of the three or whatever you'd like as well.
Both Thundertree and Conyberry are two day's travel - in opposite directions.

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Sep 2, 2021 11:31 am

Karma perks up at the mention on bark sniffing, "Woo on the bark sniffa Mr Negativa! Nothing wrong with a little communication with nature, you might benefit from inner chill it gives one." the Dwarf Cleric says holding a hand up to the Half Elf, "Sweet Dudette Qeline tells about the good nature loving friend of yours, he sounds like a man with good mojo."

Sep 2, 2021 3:14 pm

"Of course" Qelline responds, once again standing on her chair.

"The druid Reidoth is an old friend of mine who spends much of his time in the Neverwinter Wood exploring and communing with nature. He's a good man - with good mojo as you say. Friendly as they come but he don't talk much. If anyone would know the location of a hidden castle or temple or whatever in those woods it would be Reidoth. Last time he was at the farm he told me he was heading to Thundertree to spend some time in the ruins - and that was just a single tenday ago, I'm sure he's still there."

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Sep 3, 2021 3:08 am

Gerbo screws up his face at hearing about a banshee. "For some reason, I'm more inclined to try the druid than the banshee.
Belly? Kerisha? What do you think? Sounds like Karma's on board. A shiver runs up his spine, which he does his best to hide.

OOC:

Gerbo doesn't like the spookies. Btw, let me know if it annoys you OOC that Gerbo has a nickname for you IC, Belanor. I meant for Gerbo to be kind of a prick, but it's meant to annoy the character, not the player. If it annoys you, I will stop.

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Sep 3, 2021 2:32 pm

"What's a banshee? It doesn't sound pleasant. And I know we were ambushed on our way down from Neverwinter. It would make sense that Gundren would be in that area so I think we should to the one for the woods nearby. Belanor suggests.

OOC:

druid in the neverwinter woods is my idea

Sep 3, 2021 7:19 pm

Kerishia is not pleased at the half-elf speaking over her friend. Her fist clenches, but she checks herself at the prospect of going back into the woods.
"Qelline, thank you for helping Orel. If you say druid in woods can help, then we will find him."

Sep 6, 2021 2:58 pm

The half-elf mutters to himself as everyone expresses their opinion as to the next course of action.

"That's enough, Daran." Sildar says to the man. "Given those two choices I would have made the same decision as they have."

"Very well, my friends. Please ready yourselves for the trip and head out as soon as you can. I fear the longer that Gundren is held, the worse off his fate may be."

OOC:

Is everyone prepped and ready for the trip? Any last minute stops at the stores? Anything else to add to the folks gathered here?

The trip will take about two days through the high grassland just west of the Neverwinter Wood.

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Sep 6, 2021 5:30 pm

With their business concluded, Gerbo heads back to Barthen's Provisionswith fresh money jingling in his pockets and a gleam in his eye. Before walking in, he does his best to clean blood and dirt off his armor with the sleeve of his shirt. When he gets there, he sidles up to the counter, "Well, my friend, I would like to do some business. I am looking at stepping up my gear a little. What would you give me for this gently-used leather armor, a shortbow, and 22 arrows? I'm looking to trade for a couple things and I would like to offer for trade-in some 'starter equipment' for the people of the town as well." As he says this, he scans the shelves for studded leather armor, a component pouch, a hand crossbow (and bolts).

OOC:

Feel free to still add conversation in this room, I just wanted to add something for after we're done.

Rolls

Persuasion (Haggling) - (1d20+5)

(9) + 5 = 14

Sep 7, 2021 12:12 am

As he leaves the meeting Karma gives a thumps up to all those that attended and follows Gerbo to the store. "Gerbo you can have my bolts if this shop dude has a hand crossbow for you. I would like to trade the light crossbow in as well as sell you this ring and chain, in exchange I am looking for some sweet healing potions and a couple of hammers I can throw."

OOC:

Do we have some healing potions?
I would like to get rid of my crossbow and Platinum signet ring (50gp) on a silver chain (5gp), then add 2x light hammer as well as a healing potion or two.

Rolls

Persuasion check (bartering) - (1d20)

(3) = 3

Sep 7, 2021 1:19 am

OOC:

hahhahahahah 'starter equipment'

"Great. Sounds like we'll be on our way then. We couldn't procure a ride up that way by chance?" Belanor asks before leaving the Lords Alliance POC Sildar.

OOC:

Ha I remembered his name as I hit submit XD

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Sep 7, 2021 7:12 pm

"Unfortunately Phandalin, as of yet, does not have a stable. I'm afraid your trip will have to be made on foot." Sildar responds to Belanor's query.

Qelline happily returns Karma's thumbs up, while Sildar smiles and nods. Daran, however, simply glares and crosses his arms in front of his chest.

At Barthen's Provisions, Elmar explains that while he can't pay much for the used equipment, that any new items that anyone in the group wishes to purchase will come at a 30% discount for "Finally taking care of those bastard Redbrands!"

OOC:

Any items sold to Elmar will fetch half the book cost. Jewelry and the like will fetch the full value. Any weapons, armor, or other equipment purchased will come with a 30% discount.

Regular crossbow bolts will not work with a Hand Crossbow, Gerbo will have to stock up on bolts specifically for the weapon.

Qelline gifted the group 8 healing potions before you ventured into the manor. Not sure how many were used, but I'm guessing the group has quite a few left.

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Sep 7, 2021 7:35 pm

OOC:

I think 1 was used? But i'm to lazy to go look it up :D

"Well then. Best look into to some good walking wear if you don't have any." Belanor says to noone in particular but in reference to the group.
Belanor will make way to the trading post to see what they have. Seeing that most of the gear that Belanor has is on par if not better he'll procure another set of traveling boots and stockings.

"One needs to think about setting up some kind of accessible storage device that I could leave somewhere and access it at will.." Belanor mumbles to himself as he hands the man the coins for the traveling boots.

OOC:

I'm guessing traveling gear would have that along with a suitable set of boots and clothes for road ware XD Belanor has no problem paying to 2g for the set even if they insist not to.

Sep 8, 2021 3:04 am

After a little back and forth, Gerbo spits on his hand and offers it up to Elmar to close the deal. "Pleasure doing business with you!" He looks down at the small hand crossbow and tweaks at one of the screws a little before strapping it onto his pack. Stowing the rest of the gear, he heads outside to wait for his companions. While he waits, he pulls the hand crossbow out and continues to fiddle around with it some more.

[ +- ] Invoice

Sep 8, 2021 3:29 am

Karma hands over the ring and and as well as the crossbow and bolts, noticing the pile of healing potions they have, he says to Elmar. "I think maybe a couple of Holy Waters and light hammers will do, cheers Shopkeeper." He stores the flasks in his pack and hangs the hammers on his belt before nodding his thanks and leaves.

[ +- ] Invoice

Once the group forms off the head out Karma has divided the gold from the ring and chain, handing 14pg to Kerisha, Gerbo and Belanor.

Sep 8, 2021 3:34 am

OOC:

ohhh i like monies, what ring/chain?

Sep 8, 2021 3:40 am

OOC:

Karma stumbled upon a platinum ring attached to a chain, when they were stumbling around looking for the Wizard.

Sep 8, 2021 7:52 pm

Kerisha is back looking at the armor while Gerbo and Karma are spending their earnings. She feels the weight of her coin purse and then the thinness of her armor. She pulls down the Scale Mail and drops it on the counter. It may well slow her down, but at least she can take a harder hit and still be standing. And if she is standing then she can hit back.

OOC:

Scale mail: 50gp - 30% = 35gp

Sep 8, 2021 10:01 pm

OOC:

Looks like everyone is ready to move out! I'll have a post sometime tomorrow afternoon...

Sep 9, 2021 8:09 pm

[Perception Checks all around!]

Rolls

Kerisha, Gerbo, Karma, Belanor - (1d20-1, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+3)

1d20-1 : (10) - 1 = 9

1d20+2 : (5) + 2 = 7

1d20+2 : (2) + 2 = 4

1d20+3 : (3) + 3 = 6

Stealthy, stealthy, stealth - (1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2)

1d20+2 : (18) + 2 = 20

1d20+2 : (5) + 2 = 7

1d20+2 : (17) + 2 = 19

1d20+2 : (7) + 2 = 9

1d20+2 : (4) + 2 = 6

1d20+2 : (20) + 2 = 22

Fickle Die of Fate - (1d4)

(4) = 4

Fickle Die of Fate Part Dos - (1d4)

(1) = 1

Attack #1 vs Belanor - (1d20+6, 1d6+4, 1d6)

1d20+6 : (19) + 6 = 25

1d6+4 : (6) + 4 = 10

1d6 : (1) = 1

Attack #2 vs Kerisha - (1d20+6, 1d6+4, 1d6)

1d20+6 : (18) + 6 = 24

1d6+4 : (3) + 4 = 7

1d6 : (3) = 3

Initiatives Kerisha, Gerbo, Karma, Belanor - (1d20, 1d20+4, 1d20+1, 1d20+4)

1d20 : (2) = 2

1d20+4 : (16) + 4 = 20

1d20+1 : (17) + 1 = 18

1d20+4 : (16) + 4 = 20

Initiative for the Bad Guy - (1d20+2)

(13) + 2 = 15

Sep 9, 2021 8:51 pm

Dusk is quickly approaching as you catch your first glimpse of the Neverwinter Wood on the northern horizon. According to what Qelline had told you before leaving, the easiest way to find the ruins of Thundertree was to follow the western edge of the wood while keeping the tree line just in view and that after two days travel you'd arrive.

The six hours since leaving Phandalin has been relatively uneventful, save for a minor incident with a few wayward goblins that ended very badly for the trio; but did allow Kerisha to make an addition to her necklace. Now, surrounded by the tall grass waving gently in the breeze, things are looking good...

Suddenly two spiked tentacles strike from the grass, one catching Belanor across the back and the other slamming into Kerisha's thigh. A large black cat-like beast springs up and quickly withdrawals before turning back to face its prey. Its glowing green eyes seem to dance back and forth but it's not quite clear if the creature is actually moving.

OOC:

Kerisha has taken 10 damage (7 pierce, 3 bludgeon)
Belanor has taken 11 damage (10 pierce, 1 bludgeon)
The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 50' - any attack against it will be made with Disadvantage.

Round 1:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

[ +- ] Displacer Beast

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Sep 9, 2021 9:30 pm

Karma instinctively moves towards Belanor and the Beast as he does he is muttering to himself, "Mother of Nature gives us guidance against this green negativity pulsing from one of not your creation.". You feel the earth beneath your foot warm and the long grass seems the brush against you a little rougher as your eyes focus more seeing the beast with better clarity.

OOC:

Move: Karma moves to a position between displacer and Belanor.
Action: Cast lvl 1 bless on Gerbo, Kerisha and Belanor. (On any save or attack roll add 1d4 to it)
Nature check in an attempt to recognise beast, seeing if we can get some advantage from knowledge.

[ +- ] Bless

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Rolls

Nature check on beast recognition - (1d20+3)

(18) + 3 = 21

Sep 10, 2021 4:33 pm

OOC:

I guess we aren't near any good foliage like taller grass or some tress or bushes?

Sep 10, 2021 6:16 pm

OOC:

The grass is above knee high, with areas about where it's waist high. (Unless you Gerbo, then waist / shoulder.)

You could find a patch waist high within your movement if you choose to do so. There is no other vegetation in this area.

Sep 10, 2021 7:43 pm

OOC:

Belanor will use the elf feature to hide in the foliage (Mask of the Wild (hide when lightly obscured by nature))

"I'm not ment for this!" Belanor will set forth a fire bolt toward the creature. Without much attention Belanor makes his way toward a tall patch of grass and attempts to hide.

OOC:

RAW i cant make a hide check. but I'll thorw one in there for you to disregard at your lesiure.

Rolls

Fire bolt -> Weird beast (dis) +bless - (1d20+5, 1d20+5, 1d10)

1d20+5 : (11) + 5 = 16

1d20+5 : (13) + 5 = 18

1d10 : (6) = 6

Bless - (1d4)

(2) = 2

Stealth - (1d20+4)

(6) + 4 = 10

Sep 10, 2021 9:33 pm

The sorceror's bolt of fire strikes the creature in one of its legs. While it doesn't seem to be bothered in the least by its own smoldering fur, its eyes, which were darting to and fro, now hold steady.

OOC:

Kerisha has taken 10 damage (7 pierce, 3 bludgeon)
Belanor has taken 11 damage (10 pierce, 1 bludgeon)
The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 50' - Belanor's attack has canceled the attack disadvantage... for now..
Round 1:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 10, 2021 11:59 pm

Breaking into a trot to close to 25', Gerbo pulls his hand crossbow free of his pack, gives the new weapon a kiss, saying "Show me what you got", and sends a bolt towards the beastie, before attempting to squat behind some tall grass to hide.

Rolls

Hand Crossbow - (1d20+6)

(12) + 6 = 18

Hand crossbow damage - (1d6+4)

(6) + 4 = 10

Stealth - (1d20+8)

(9) + 8 = 17

Sep 11, 2021 3:26 pm

Letting out a low growl the beast knocks the rogue's crossbow bolt out of its shoulder before moving forwards toward Gerbo. It gets to about ten feet away from where the Gnome is hiding before it stops and raises both it's tentacles into the air, its glowing, darting eyes searching the grass.

OOC:

I'm assuming Gerbo used a Cunning Action to hide.
The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 35' (10' from Gerbo) - Disadvantage to any attack until it's hit (AC 13)
Kerisha is up.

Round 1:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 11, 2021 7:36 pm

OOC:

Correct. Forgot to mention that.

Sep 12, 2021 8:00 am

OOC:

Don’t forget your extra 1d4 on attacks and saves :)

Sep 12, 2021 5:36 pm

Kerisha is quite happily trudging along counting the additions to her goblin necklace, until the searing pain shoots through her leg. She falls to a knee. Looking up to see the beast, she is seeing double. The pain must be affecting her vision.

She sees the beast smouldering from Belanor's blast and it comes into a bit clearer focus. She wont be able to cover the distance, especially not with her wounded leg, so she takes out one of her javelins. Her vision blurs again. Kerisha sets herself into as strong a position as possible and hurls the javelin at one of the beasts, hoping she picks the right one.

Rolls

Javelin attack (disadvantage) - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (11) + 4 = 15

1d20+4 : (12) + 4 = 16

Bless bonus - (1d4)

(3) = 3

Javelin damage - (1d6+2)

(6) + 2 = 8

Sep 12, 2021 10:57 pm

The beast's scream is proof enough that Kerisha has picked the correct target. The Orc's javelin firmly plants itself into the back of the creature whose position suddenly becomes clear.

OOC:

The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 35' (10' from Gerbo)
Top of the order!

Round 2:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 13, 2021 4:01 am

Gerbo sees an opening, and loads another shot. Taking aim at the beast, he fires, hoping to catch it off guard, distracted by Kerisha's javelin. After he fires his shot, he runs around to the left, aiming to keep a 10 foot distance from the creature before popping back into the grass.

OOC:

Attack (not sure if this counts as advantage for unseen attacker), circle around to left side of beastie, then Cunning Action Hide. Ignore bless for hide. Misread.

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Rolls

Hand Crossbow Attack - (1d20+6)

(17) + 6 = 23

Hand Crossbow Damage + sneak attack - (2d6+4)

(11) + 4 = 6

Cunning Action: Hide - (1d20+8)

(18) + 8 = 26

Bless (attack) - (1d4)

(3) = 3

Secret Roll

Attack (if gaining advantage for attacking from hidden) - (1d20+6)

(2) + 6 = 8

Sep 13, 2021 11:33 am

Karma starts walking towards the beast and calls out, "Oh righteous nature burn this heavy!" Karma points towards the Displacer and a horde of glittering beetles hurl themselves out of nowhere . . . The beetles bite into the Displacer and swam the beast making it an easy target for whomever may attack next.

OOC:

Move: twenty feet closer to displacer
Action: cast Guiding Bolt

OOC:

Next attack gains advantage.

[ +- ] Guiding Bolt

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Rolls

Guiding Bolt vs Displacer - (1d20+4)

(17) + 4 = 21

Damage - (4d6)

(6664) = 22

Sep 13, 2021 8:09 pm

[Die Rolls]

Rolls

Displacer Beast Attack #1 - (1d20+6, 1d6+4, 1d6)

1d20+6 : (17) + 6 = 23

1d6+4 : (3) + 4 = 7

1d6 : (3) = 3

Displacer Beast Attack #2 - (1d20+6, 1d6+4, 1d6)

1d20+6 : (6) + 6 = 12

1d6+4 : (3) + 4 = 7

1d6 : (6) = 6

Sep 13, 2021 8:16 pm

The angry creature lets out a roar as it is struck with a bolt from Gerbo's hand crossbow. As the Gnome leaves cover he quickly realizes the reach of the beast's tentacles are longer than anticipated! Gerbo is struck hard in the chest by the spikes of one of the tentacles, but manages to avoid the second swipe before ducking into some high grass.

With a low growl the beast starts forward only to be instantly surrounded by a swarm of beetles. It reels onto its hind legs and attempts to swat at the bugs with its long tentacles, but is unable to scatter the insects.

OOC:

22 points to the Displacer put some hurt on it!
Gerbo takes 10 HP damage.
Displacer Beast took a Ready action last turn, so used his Reaction to strike with his 10' reach.
The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 35' (10' from Gerbo)
Top of the order!

Round 2:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 14, 2021 2:48 am

Belanor attempts to attack the creature from "the safety" of his tall grass.

OOC:

Because i'm not really trying to unhide myself would it be possible to attmept an attack at disadvantage for not really looking?
I'll add it just incase Also well add the "stealth" check too just incase.

Rolls

Litch slap (dis?) - (1d20+5, 1d20+5, 1d8)

1d20+5 : (15) + 5 = 20

1d20+5 : (3) + 5 = 8

1d8 : (2) = 2

Bless - (1d4)

(4) = 4

Stealth - (1d20+4)

(18) + 4 = 22

Sep 14, 2021 11:25 pm

Belanor's wild attack passes well over head of the Displacer Beast as it holds its ground, once again raising its tentacles in the air, ready to strike.

OOC:

The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 35' (10' from Gerbo)
@CaveJohnson - Since it's at range and the DB's focus is clearly on Gerbo at the moment, I'll play it out that way.
Kerisha is up.

Round 2:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanorany order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 15, 2021 8:26 pm

Kerisha pushes herself up, digging deep and trying not to show any pain, or the disappointment that her new armor didn't help. Blood drips from the wound on her leg. She uses another javelin like a crutch, staggering forwards a few steps before launching the javelin at the beast once more, nearly throwing herself off balance.

OOC:

Move: 10ft towards beast
Action: javelin attack

Im not sure if this attack should be advantage from guiding bolt, or disadvantage for the displacer beasts feature/skill so im goign to roll twice and use whatever is needed.

Rolls

Javelin attack - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (17) + 4 = 21

1d20+4 : (19) + 4 = 23

Javelin damage - (1d6+2)

(3) + 2 = 5

Sep 15, 2021 8:37 pm

Kerisha's javelin flies true, embedding itself directly next to the other in the creature's back. The beasty falters a bit as all three of its right legs buckle, but its tentacles remain poised high above its head, ready to attack.

OOC:

The displacer beast has withdrawn to roughly 35' (10' from Gerbo, 25' from Kerisha)
Kerisha's attack would have been a normal attack, as there was both Advantage and Disadvantage. Now that she's hit the beast, every attack against it will be at an Advantage until the end of its next turn.

Round 3:
Gerbo, Karma, Belanor (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 16, 2021 12:25 am

"Is it dead yet?" Belanor cries out from behind his grass pile.

Sep 16, 2021 2:07 am

"Not nearly dead enough, yet." Gerbo growls quietly through gritted teeth, backing up very carefully as he loads the hand crossbow again, until he is about 20 feet away from the beast. He takes aim, holding his breath, and releases as he pulls the trigger, hoping to put the creature down for good.

OOC:

Cunning action disengage>Move>Attack

Rolls

Attack, hand crossbow - (1d20+6)

(10) + 6 = 16

Advantage attack - (1d20+6)

(10) + 6 = 16

Damage (sneak attack) - (2d6+4)

(15) + 4 = 10

#blessed - (1d4)

(1) = 1

Sep 16, 2021 1:33 pm

Belanor will attempt the same attack, blindly attacking not really looking.

OOC:

putting both rolls and stealth if needed.

Rolls

Litch slap -> displacer beasty - (1d20+5, 1d20+5, 1d8)

1d20+5 : (17) + 5 = 22

1d20+5 : (6) + 5 = 11

1d8 : (7) = 7

Bless - (1d4)

(2) = 2

Stealth in tall grass (if needed) - (1d20+4)

(7) + 4 = 11

Sep 16, 2021 7:59 pm

Casting blindly from his grass fortress, Belanor's attack is high and wide, eventually fizzling out well beyond the target.

Gerbo, however, has better luck. Deftly sneaking out of range, the Rogue lines up a perfect shot that strikes his opponent in the face. The Displacer Beast lets out a loud yelp, followed by a roar. It staggers and lowers its tentacles.

OOC:

Round 3:
Gerbo, Belanor, Karma (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 16, 2021 10:46 pm

Karma moves towards the beast unhooking a light hammer and hurling it.

OOC:

Move: 25ft towards Displacer
Action: Ranged attack with light hammer

[ +- ] Barksmoker

Rolls

Light hammer vs Displacer - (1d20+3)

(7) + 3 = 10

Damage - (1d4+1)

(2) + 1 = 3

Sep 16, 2021 11:26 pm

The Displacer Beast watches Karma's hammer land harmlessly in the grass before turning away from the group and fleeing in the opposite direction as fast as its legs will carry it.

OOC:

DP has put another 80' of distance between itself and the closest of the group, so it's at least 100' away at this point. If there's no desire to chase (which would be my guess), we'll end the combat here.
Round 3:
Gerbo, Belanor, Karma (any order)
Displacer Beast,
Kerisha

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Sep 17, 2021 1:49 pm

"How about that last hit? Is it dead now?" Belanor reaches over to let loose another spell. Having the target out of range, the spell fizzles (Chill touch).

He clinches onto the hilt of his sword. Oh man, does this mean I'll have to use this sword now? I was hoping to just keep it for decoration. I mean most leave me alone when they see this.

OOC:

oh man just think how bad I'll be in close quarters lol

OOC:

oops, looking closer it looks like I should have been crossed out, so this post can be for after Kerisha's turn

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Sep 18, 2021 6:07 pm

Kerisha pulls herself up straight to see the beast retreating. As much as the Gruumsh worshiping side of her wants to hunt the beast down, get the kill and wear the beasts tail with pride, she preys the beast finds waters blessed by Eldath so that it can heal and recover. Kerisha has always felt that connection with nature, and deep in her heart she feels The Green Goddess protected her when she was out in the wilds. Kerisha always thinks back to that bear drinking from the same stream, almost as if Eldath had manifested herself as the bear to guide her and inspire her.

That beasts tail would make a lovely belt though...

Sep 19, 2021 11:00 am

As the beast retreats Karma retrieves his thrown hammer and shakes his head, "That was one cranky cat. Anyone hurt?"

Sep 19, 2021 3:59 pm

Gerbo walks around retrieving bolts, mumbling to himself. "Damn thing ruined my favorite shirt." Pulling his shirt open, he winces as he feels his muscles ache. "I'm not bleeding, but it hurts. That bugger packed a punch."

Sep 20, 2021 9:48 am

Karma will attend to any wounds.

Sep 20, 2021 8:42 pm

With the sun setting it's time to decide whether to push on towards Thundertree through the evening, dealing with whatever nasties lurk in the tall grass at night or find a relatively safe place to camp.

OOC:

If you push through the night everyone will take a CON ST vs some yet to be determined amount to see if you reach the first level of Exhaustion. If you camp, we'll need a watch detail.

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Sep 21, 2021 5:32 am

"I am happy to trek on into the evening dudes, but it maybe better to camp for those injured or lacking sight in the dark." Karma says looking around at the injuries.

OOC:

Happy to go with the majority here, my vote is to walk on.

Sep 21, 2021 4:21 pm

OOC:

I have mending!! I can fix shirts for a modest fee of course xD

Belanor stands hearing Karma yell for wounded. (It's the universal sign for all clear). He brushes himself off and says,"That doesn't sound good. Plus all this walking like that, I'm getting a bit tired. I think we should set up cam over there." Belanor points in a random direction like he knows what he's doing.

OOC:

Belanor votes for camp, and would take 1 or 3 shift if needed

Sep 21, 2021 5:20 pm

Gerbo rubs his chest a little. "I think maybe I should sleep this one off, Karma." He walks in the direction Belanor points (he knows next to nothing about camping) and starts making a nest out of his bedroll.

OOC:

Gerbo is on board with camping.

Sep 21, 2021 7:23 pm

Kerisha grasps at her leg. She doesn't want to show she is injured, but that did sting a bit. Standing up tall and taking a deep breath in.

"I will gather food. Get fire started" she grunts to the others before searching the area for something fresh to eat.

OOC:

Kerisha would be better resting, she took 10 damage in that battle.

She can make use of her Wanderer background feature too...

[ +- ] Wanderer

Sep 21, 2021 9:57 pm

Wandering in the tall grass Kerisha has little trouble snaring a few large rabbits and collecting a few different types of mushrooms for the night's meal. Water is a little harder to come by and takes her a bit further out from the others, but her well trained ears make out the sounds of a small spring bubbling up from the ground close by.

While filling her and her companions' water skins with the cool, fresh water, Kerisha catches a glimpse of something in the distance. A pair of familiar glowing green eyes watch from well out of striking distance, dancing quickly from side to side.

OOC:

Kerisha would know that she is being watched/stalked at this point.

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Sep 21, 2021 11:31 pm

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Meanwhile, back at camp... What's the rest of the crew up to? Got Gerbo nesting. Getting a fire going, deciding watch order? Just chilling?

Sep 22, 2021 10:36 am

Karma moves among the group heals wounds as required as well as squaring away his sleeping spot for the evening.

OOC:

I have 2x 1st level slots for cure wounds take as required (1d8+2).

Sep 22, 2021 4:54 pm

Catching a glimpse of the eyes watching her, Kerisha calmly finishes filling the water skins before taking one of the large rabbits that have been strung over her shoulder. She looks into the green eyes as she carefully places the rabbit down next to the water as a peace offering. Kerisha takes a few steps backwards, waiting for a moment to see if the beast approaches. She gives the beast a toothy smile and a friendly nod before turning to head back to camp.

Sep 22, 2021 9:46 pm

Following Kerisha at distance the creature stops momentarily to devour the offering left by the spring before continuing after the Barbarian. It maintains a buffer of several hundred feet, coming to a stop as Kerisha reaches the others at camp.

OOC:

Who's got first watch?

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Sep 23, 2021 8:16 am

Kerisha is careful on her return to camp. She is aware the beast is following, but thinks if it wanted to attack her then it would have done so by now.

"Beast has followed me but not attacked. I take first watch. Will try to speak with beast. Do not attack it."

Kerisha sits on a nearby log and tries to concentrate on the natural world around her. Its always been hard for her to supress that inner barbarian rage, but she found some element of peace in the forest. Breathing slow and deep, she concentrates on the beast. On how its fighting for survival, for food, defending itself, just like she did.

It takes some time, but she finally feels ready...

"Are you hurt? You want more food? We sorry for attacking you, we just looking for someone."

OOC:

Casting Speak with animals - if it works on displacer beasts!

[ +- ] Speak with animals

Sep 23, 2021 3:04 pm

Try as she might, Kerisha is unable to make any sort of contact with the Displacer Beast. During her watch the creature paces back and forth on occasion, but makes no movement towards the group. She doesn't notice any other threats during her time as look out.

OOC:

Speak with Animals only works on monsters classified as Beasts, the DB is a Monstrosity so I don't think it works on them.
Who's up next? Give me a Perception roll.

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Sep 23, 2021 5:02 pm

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hells yea!!! Best new walking stick! Gonna make me feel like gandalf next fight welding sword and stick xD
Also since kerisha took first shift Belanor will take 3 watch.

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Sep 23, 2021 6:53 pm

Almost before anyone even decides watches, Gerbo is asleep in his nest, curled up like a cat in a pile of fresh laundry.

OOC:

Gerbo is a little bit selfish, so he will assume he isn't taking a watch unless someone gives him a watch.

Sep 24, 2021 1:09 am

Karma is woken by Kerisha and takes his place on watch, taking special note of where Kerisha had said the Displacer had been wandering.

Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(13) + 2 = 15

Sep 24, 2021 1:14 pm

The glowing green eyes of the Displacer Beast never waver from their watch over the camp. It sits silently, unmoving, until Karma readies to wake Belanor to take his place.

A loud roar erupts from the creature as all of the other sounds of the grassland fall silent. Then, from the opposite direction, an almost identical roar responds, this one much further in distance.

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Sep 24, 2021 4:19 pm

OOC:

I would assume the loud rawring would wake Belanor, he's not used to the lyfestyle of roughing it often.

Belanor startles awake looking for the sound of the noise with panic beating in him.
He sees Karma up and Belanor hurries over to him as he tries to play off his panic.

"So, uh ... Did you did you hear that too?"

Sep 25, 2021 6:45 am

"Sure did shaky Dude, our little friend here is calling in back up. Sneaky don’t know when he’s beat belly crawler. Not, not, not cool." Karma looks around for the Displacer, "We better wake the others and see if we can rid ourselves of his negativity."

OOC:

Can Karma see the Displacer?
Perception check if required.

Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(9) + 2 = 11

Sep 25, 2021 7:22 pm

OOC:

Karma can see the original Displacer Beast, but there is no sign of whatever it was that answered its roar.

Sep 25, 2021 9:03 pm

Karma concentrates on the Displacer watching them and calls on natures fury to strike it down, "Unnatural beast dude we spared you but your evil needs to return to the plane you sprung from!"

OOC:

Action: Cast Guiding Bolt (1st lvl)

[ +- ] Barksmoker

Rolls

Guiding Bolt (Disadvantage) - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (20) + 4 = 24

1d20+4 : (13) + 4 = 17

Damage - (4d6)

(5615) = 17

Sep 25, 2021 10:48 pm

OOC:

The Displacer Beast is a good 250-300’ away. Karma would have to make up the difference in order to use Guiding Bolt. (Which he absolutely can if he wants).

Sep 25, 2021 10:56 pm

OOC:

Yeah he walks towards it.

Sep 25, 2021 11:16 pm

Moving slowly through the tall grass Karma gets close enough that the Displacer Beast starts to protest the Cleric's presence with a low, continuous growl. With its eyes seemingly floating side to side through the air, the creature starts to dash forward, but its sprint is cut short as a bright beam of light slams headlong into it.

Tumbling backwards through the grass the beast slowly gets its six legs back under itself and darts off in the opposite direction, howling in pain as it does.

OOC:

One last watch ought to cover it.

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Sep 26, 2021 8:30 pm

Gerbo hears some of the shenanigans and pokes his head out of the twisted mess of a bedroll, glaring at the noises. He stuffs it roughly back into his bag before strapping on his belt and moving over to sit on a short rock by the fire. "I guess I'm up. Might as well stay up." He says grouchily. He stokes the fire back to life and pulls out a small cup from his mess kit. He pours some water from a skin into it and sets it on a spot near the fire. Digging around in his mess kit some more, he pulls some crumpled leaves out and puts them in the cup.

After it starts to heat up, he takes it from the spot near the fire and blows on it before taking a sip, looking out into the approaching dawn.

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+2)

(2) + 2 = 4

Sep 26, 2021 10:28 pm

Watching the Displacer run off Karma turns and makes his way back to the camp, "Yo Gerbo you up? Sweet, that Really negative cat and tentacles thing has been hanging around. He’s a little burnt not and ran off in that direction," The shaggy Dwarf points it out, "But man am I pooped dude. Wake me if you have too."

Karma then curls up on the ground snuggling up to a tree and pulls a blanket over himself, a few seconds later you hear snoring.

Sep 27, 2021 2:16 pm

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like zoinks scoob!

"Oh good, I don't think I could.go back to sleep knowing how close that beast was. Let alone stay up by my self." Belanor will engage Gerbo in some casual conversation.

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Sep 28, 2021 7:22 pm

OOC:

"Casual conversation": a phrase which here means a fairly one-sided conversation where Gerbo's main contributions are grunts and snorts until his tea kicks in.

Sep 28, 2021 8:37 pm

Gerbo and Belanor chat until the sun starts to peek above the horizon, the early morning hours passing by without incident. Breaking camp is a quick affair and it isn't long before you're on the move along the western edge of the Neverwinter Wood.

The morning's travel is pleasant enough with a cool, gentle breeze from the coast waving through the tall grass and the bright sun shining overhead. By mid-afternoon, however, the weather starts to change. Clouds start to roll in and rain starts to fall; slowly at first, but as you're nearing your destination, the heavens open up.

Trudging through the increasingly muddy fields you come upon a barely noticeable trail which gradually becomes an old, overgrown lane winding between dilapidated buildings choked in vines and brush. Ahead of you, in the middle of the settlement, rises a steep hill, upon which stands a stone tower with a partially collapsed roof and an adjoining cottage. A dirt road hugs the base of the hill and wends its way between old stone houses, many of which are roofless ruins with interiors open to the
weather. Other buildings appear more or less intact. The whole place is eerily silent.

A wooden sign is nailed to a post nearby. It reads:

"DANGER! Plant monsters AND zombies! Turn back now!"

Just underneath the sign, shivering wet, is a small grey squirrel. Surprised by your presence the furry creature tries to make a break for it, but can only manage to limp about a foot before coming to rest in a puddle.

OOC:

Every one should be at full HP, full spell slots, etc., etc...

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Sep 29, 2021 6:12 am

Upon seeing the squirrel Karma’s eyes get puppy dog big and a calm tone fills his voice, "Hey little furry dude no need to be afraid we mean you no harm, can I help you or assist in some manner?"

OOC:

Action: cast speak with animals

Rolls

Animal handling check - (1d20+4)

(1) + 4 = 5

Sep 29, 2021 1:16 pm

OOC:

on the map what side are coming in on?

Man I'm glad I got that extra set of traveling clothes. I'm going to need a good steamy bath when this all over.

Seeing the signs that say zombi and plant creatures. "She uh, said her friend would be on the outskirts right? Like I'm not sure if it's a good idea to go in there. What if the guy is a zo.bie and this post is about him?" Belanor stammers out.

Sep 29, 2021 2:23 pm

OOC:

Path along the south towards the left side.

Sep 29, 2021 10:01 pm

Karma's approach spooks the fury creature, who manages to struggle out of the puddle and into some nearby brush, chittering in alarm as it does. Once the Cleric speaks, however, the little grey squirrel calms down and slowly emerges from cover.

[ +- ] The Little Grey Squirrel says...

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Sep 30, 2021 7:46 am

Kerisha wakes from her rest and wonders if the beast is still watching. When Karma explains what happened, Kerisha is shocked. She is frustrated that she could not communicate with it at the time, but for the beast to continue to attack, it disturbed her.

She is quiet as the group move on towards the ruins, reflecting on what she could have done for the beast. Kerisha is then in awe at seeing Karma speak to the terrified little squirrel. He is a master of nature. One that she must learn from.

"How did you do that? Did not work with beast."

Sep 30, 2021 11:24 am

Karma smiles behind his scruff bread as the Squirrel reappears on from the bushes, "Sorry for scaring you little furry dude, that’s negative juju on my part. We are seeking a Druid type dude you seen any around?"

Karma looks up a Kerisha with a raised eyebrow and points towards the Squirrel, "I don’t want to be rude to my little nature dude right now, so I’ll explain later."

He then turns back to the Squirrel, "Sorry she gets a little excited around nature. Where was I . . . Oh yeah Druid Dude and what could kill us?"

Sep 30, 2021 5:05 pm

Gerbo raises an eyebrow at the chattering between Karma and the squirrel and walks over to a bush to relieve himself.

Oct 1, 2021 1:03 am

The squirrel cocks its head to the side as it listens to Karma and chirps a response...

[ +- ] The Squirrel Says...

...before walking towards Kerisha and looking her up and down.

[ +- ] The Squirrel Says...

Catching a glimpse of the Gnome urinating onto a bush the creature chirps in protest, its tail twitching violently from side to side.

[ +- ] The Squirrel Says...

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Oct 1, 2021 10:04 am

Karma turns to Gerbo, "Not cool dude, that is someone home!" He then turns to the Squirrel, "My name is Karma and my friends and I were told by Qelline, a Halfling dudette, to find a Druid by the name of Reidoth. We were lead to believe he may have the righteous mojo to help us fight some negative juju posed to attack these lands."

Oct 1, 2021 10:22 pm

The squirrel's tail starts to excitedly twitch as soon as he hears Qelline's name mentioned. It runs a circle around Karma and then races along the path towards a small house. There's a faint *pop* and what was a small grey squirrel is replaced with a gaunt, white bearded human.

The man is wearing simple burlap clothes and is standing at the front door of what appears to be the only habitable building in the area. The door is reinforced with heavy iron bands, and thick shutters protect the windows.

"Any friends of Qelline are friends of mine. It would be best if we all talked inside."

The man opens the door and motions for you all to enter.

R - The Man / X - You people

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Oct 1, 2021 10:40 pm

Gerbo hikes his pants back up and stops mid-eyeroll when the man appears from the squirrel. He manages to close his mouth, but fails to contain his surprise as he moves into the building.

Oct 2, 2021 12:06 am

"Woah! That's a thing!" Belanor let's out. "So long it's safe from those zombie plants I'm going."

Belanor skitters, with his new walking stick in hand, quickly towards the man squirrel.

Oct 2, 2021 7:36 am

As the squirrel sizes her up, Kerisha crouches down and offers a fist bump to the little thing, along with her usual toothy smile.

When the creature turns into a man, her expression changes to an open mouthed look of pure shock and confusion. She follows the man inside, who is clearly a friend of Qelline, but her expression doesn't change.

Oct 3, 2021 11:11 am

Not to surprised at a squirrel turning into a man Karma just shrugs his shoulders and follows the Druid, "Sweet trick dude, sweet!"

Oct 3, 2021 7:27 pm

Once everyone has entered the dimly lit building the man follows, closing and latching the door locked behind him.

"It isn't safe to be here." he says as he gathers a boiling pot from a an old iron stove.

"The ruins of Thundertree are infested with Twig Blights and there are several large spiders just to the south of the hill leading up to the tower which now houses a Green Dragon. It wasn't long after its appearance that masked, robbed individuals appeared on the eastern edge. Why they are here I have yet to determine."

The man walks to each of you in turn and offers some tea.

"However, none of that is your concern, as I doubt our mutual friend has sent you here to deal with these troubles."

He takes a seat on a rickety old chair, blows across the top of his cup, and takes a sip.

"I am the one you seek. Reidoth, humble servant of the Emerald Enclave. How may I help?"

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Oct 3, 2021 7:49 pm

At the mention of the Emerald Enclave, Kerisha swiftly places a fist over her heart and bows her head. She reveals the groups symbol that she had managed to transfer from her previous armor.

"Sir Reidoth. If require help, I offer my sword"

Spiders, cultists and a dragon. Think of the trophies she could get for killing them. Surely then her old tribe would see how strong she is.

Oct 4, 2021 1:13 pm

"Yea like, no. We were sent this way because we are searching for the Dwarf Gundren. So far the sources have lead us out in this direction. And a lady named mirna, Minerva, Min something said she had an offering for our services here. So we came by.
unfortunately now there's undead and dragons and such. I either need more training or the guild needs to step up their Intel.

"Something about her family heirloom that was to be here in the Thundertree area"

Oct 4, 2021 10:14 pm

Reidoth smiles through his scruffy beard and returns the gesture to Kerisha.

"Always an honor to meet another member of the Enclave. Your sword and any other means you or your friends might have to offer would be appreciated. I fear if goings on in the east end of the village are not handled soon, things will only get worse. "

"I do realize that clearing these ruins is not the purpose of your visit." he adds, addressing Belanor.

"There is an old building on the other side that may have what you're looking for, but the trip will not be without danger. And I have never heard of this Gundren. Did Qelline think otherwise?"

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Oct 5, 2021 12:16 am

"Not to my knowledge but I recall hearing that a castle is in this direction. That is where some group The Black Spiders is said to be and that's where we believe Gundren to be."

OOC:

I recall the note but I don't recall any mention of cragmaw castle or King grol,
You have mention of a.castle this way that is where Gundren should be but not mentioned.

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Oct 5, 2021 8:36 pm

OOC:

Just after rescuing Sildar...

"He slowly continues on, telling of how he and Gundren were ambushed and then separated. Gundren being taken to Cragmaw Castle as ordered by someone calling themselves the Black Spider. Sildar does not know the location of the castle, but has a feeling someone in Phandalin just might."

...I think is where all this is first mentioned.

Oct 6, 2021 1:32 am

"Dude I think the place Uncle Gundren is was called ’Cragmaw Castle’, or so I recall." Karma says to help Belanor out. "The heirloom you have the positive vibe on."

Oct 6, 2021 1:40 pm

OOC:

super I'm sure it was mentioned somewhere but I didn't see it in my quick scan of the pages.

Also updated previous post

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Oct 6, 2021 8:59 pm

"I can give you directions to Cragmaw Castle. It's about a day's travel into Neverwinter Wood, although I doubt your Black Spider will be there, but I do hope you find your friend. You can leave in the morning if that is your wish. I wouldn't advise traveling now that night is falling; not to mention the rain."

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Oct 6, 2021 9:18 pm

"Your accomodations are greatly appreciated. Perhaps we could pick up our prize on the way out in the morn. Avoiding as much of the zombi plants as possible." Belanor appreciates the opportunity to rest.
"I'm not one to sit on a free room. Perhaps there's something I could do or perhaps a small payment.?"

Oct 6, 2021 9:40 pm

"Thanks, but no. Friends of Qelline are always welcome."

Oct 7, 2021 1:44 pm

Gerbo, assuming fist bumps are how all druids say thank you, will bump his fist lightly against Reidoth's (whether offered or not) and go to sit in the biggest seat in the room.

Oct 7, 2021 9:24 pm

"Sweet dude." is all Karma says and offers up a fist bump to Gerbo as he heads back to sit down.

Oct 8, 2021 12:15 am

The druid is no stranger to the ways of the fist bump, and is ready when Gerbo approaches.

"If there is nothing else let us rest here for night. In the morning I will tell you how to find the castle that you're searching for."

Reidoth then turns to Kerisha. "Perhaps you can return at a later time and we can deal with the dragon. It would be better to strike sooner, I think, but it appears you and your friends have your own worries at this time."

OOC:

Any other questions, conversations anyone want to have before turning in for the night?

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Oct 8, 2021 8:43 am

Kerisha is overly enthusiastic to see the fist bumps come out again, so much so that Gerbo may have a sore hand after she fist "punches" it.

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Reidoth then turns to Kerisha. "Perhaps you can return at a later time and we can deal with the dragon. It would be better to strike sooner, I think, but it appears you and your friends have your own worries at this time."

Kerisha's excitement turns to utter disappointment. She cannot stand to let a fellow member of the Enclave down. Not after everything they have done for her. "But surely there something we can do?" She looks around hopefully to the others. "How much time you have to deal with dragon?" "Cannot let friend of Qelline get hurt!" She paces around frustrated, not knowing what to do.

Oct 8, 2021 10:19 am

Seeing the disappointment in Kerisha’s face Karma looks towards Reidoth, "We need to collect something from the thunder tree itself and I would like to help a fellow nature lover, so maybe we can deal with some negativity it the area while retrieving said item?"

Oct 9, 2021 12:01 am

"The ruins here do not cover a very large area. I believe the building you're looking for is an old alchemy shop no more than a hundred or so feet from here. You can not get there without running into some sort of trouble as the robed men dwell in the area."

Reidoth pauses and takes a sip of his tea.

"The dragon is my biggest concern. If it establishes a den here it will be within striking distance of The High Road and can wreak havoc on unprepared travelers. It's still young, and its threat will only increase as it ages."

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Oct 10, 2021 4:06 pm

Gerbo adjusts his position on the chair, resting his legs up on the arm of the chair. "What harm is this dragon doing? No one lives here anymore, present company excluded. In any case, if we decided to help you get rid of the dragon, do you have any more information on it? I'm not keen on dying in a fool's errand going against something that every one of my instincts tells me to avoid, unless you have some information that would assist us. Luck favors the prepared, after all."

Gerbo pulls out his tinker tools and starts absent-mindedly fiddling with something to keep his hands occupied.

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Oct 10, 2021 4:34 pm

"It is not what threat the dragon is now, it is what type of threat it will grow to be. It is still young and it will be easier dealt with because of it."

Letting out a long sigh, Reidoth leans back in his chair.

"Perhaps the dragon is too much to deal with for now." the druid concedes. "You will have your hands full as it is."

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Oct 11, 2021 1:45 pm

"I don't know many sell swords but perhaps once we find Gundren and back to Waterdeep, I'll see if I could send something this way for assistance."
Belanor ponders after saying trying to think of anyone that would be willing to help.

Perhaps the Adventurers Guild might help, they're alwayings doing 1 off jobs...

Belanor begins ghost writing on the desk as he gets to inscribe a mental note to himself.

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Oct 11, 2021 11:36 pm

"Any bit of help would be appreciated."

OOC:

If there's nothing else to discuss with Reidoth, we'll cut to the moring.

Oct 12, 2021 7:55 am

Karma yawns and looks very tired, "Bedtime for this dude."

Oct 12, 2021 2:59 pm

Gerbo is already passed out, spooning the case for his Tinker Tools with a little drool dripping down from his open mouth.

Oct 12, 2021 8:20 pm

Kerisha is restless. Thoughts racing through her mind. The group must find Gundren. But these cultist seem like trouble. Not to mention the dragon that is slowly growing to be more powerful. There are friends she has left behind already hurt. Friends around her now she must protect. When this dragon grows will it start to destroy more towns? Will Qelline and Carp be in danger?

Her list of things to do is growing beyond what she expected.

Oct 12, 2021 9:14 pm

After a quiet eveing the light of the sun streaking through the shuttered windows eases you awake. Reidoth has already started his day and offers everyone some tea while he skethes out a map to the location of Cragmaw Castle.

"It's a good day's travel from here and will take you well into Neverwinter Wood. It won't be without its dangers, but I doubt it will be anything you can't handle. As for the item that you've come to collect there is a building two east of here that may contain what you're looking for."

The scruffy druid turns to Kerisha with his first over his heart and bows his head. "Safe travels, my friend."

OOC:

The Star is the building that Reidoth has pointed out. Once you're ready, tell me the approach you'd like to take.

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Oct 12, 2021 11:05 pm

Ahhhh. Oh yeah, we're in zombie plant forest.
Belanor awakens happily then remembers he's not in a townstead.
"Oh. Good morning. I hope everyone slept well.

My compliments for the tea."

Belanor looks over the sketch scratching his head.

He doesn't completely understand the directions.
"So 2 buildings over? Like complete buildings or they all ruin like?" He points in the incorrect direction thinking it's east.

Oct 12, 2021 11:29 pm

"Maybe it would be best if one of the others led the way."

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Oct 14, 2021 7:05 pm

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Where to?

Oct 14, 2021 10:35 pm

The scruffy Dwarf wakes from his sprawled position beside the fire, he stretches and releases a loud fart. "Now I feel better." he says with a smile. He takes the tea offered, thanking Reidoth, and looks at the rough map. "Happy to lead the way dude, thou Kerisha maybe the best for the job. She has an sic connection with nature."

OOC:

I think we should follow the path around and keep it simple.

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Rolls

Survival check on directions - (1d20+2)

(14) + 2 = 16

Oct 16, 2021 10:24 am

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The scruffy druid turns to Kerisha with his first over his heart and bows his head. "Safe travels, my friend."

Kerisha returns the gesture to the druid, still frustrated she cannot be of more assistance at the moment. "We will meet again friend."

She looks at the map with Karma, "Follow path, take out some spiders at least." She feels that if they can at least tackle some enemies around here, then Reidoth has more chance of being here when they get to come back and help.

Oct 16, 2021 8:31 pm

OOC:

If I don't hear differently by Monday I'll assume you'll all be going the route that Kerisha and Karma have plotted out.

Oct 17, 2021 3:11 am

Gerbo starts chewing on a bundle of something from his bag as he looks at the map. He gives a half-assed mumble and a thumbs up before picking up his bag. He pulls another bundle out of his bag and shoves the whole thing in his mouth.

Oct 18, 2021 1:43 pm

OOC:

lead the way!

Oct 18, 2021 11:45 pm

OOC:

Apologies, everyone. Day got away from me - I’ll get something posted tomorrow.

Oct 19, 2021 6:50 pm

As you open the door to take your leave of Reidoth's your greeted with a rush of fresh morning air; quite a contrast to druid's stuffy, but comfortable abode. The night's rain has turned the path through the ruins into a muddy mess, not enough to slow your pace, but just enough to easily be splashed onto clothing.

To your north, at the top of hill, stands a round tower with a cottage attached. Both are in good condition, although half of the tower's roof is gone.

To your south is a ruined building which may have been a store or workshop. Webs stretch across the path from the building to the trees on the North side of the road.

OOC:

You are all on the path, just before the webs.

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Oct 20, 2021 10:33 am

Karma looks at the web, "A big web can only mean a big spider, dudes. I say we try and walking around, no need to disturb their home that would be a drag." He looks around for a way to circumnavigate the web.

Rolls

Survival check to avoid web - (1d20+2)

(1) + 2 = 3

Oct 20, 2021 1:06 pm

"Or many," Belanor adds with a small shudder.

OOC:

are they few thick web or many thinner web?

Oct 20, 2021 1:13 pm

OOC:

It appears to be a single web with thick strands. Still wet from the rain.

Oct 20, 2021 1:17 pm

OOC:

nope! Belanor is not about the idea of what made that web.
Kthanksby

Oct 20, 2021 6:22 pm

Gerbo hears what Karma says and agrees. There must be some way around.
He looks around and tries to find a way around, keeping an eye out for the spider.

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+2)

(19) + 2 = 21

Oct 20, 2021 7:13 pm

Kerisha trudges through the mud, still with a heavy heart at leaving Reidoth. Seeing the webs she puts it out of her mind and is on high alert, standing guard as the others search for a way around.

Rolls

Perception for big-ass spider attacks - (1d20-1)

(10) - 1 = 9

Oct 20, 2021 9:27 pm

While you're all certain that whatever created these webs can't be too far away, there is no immediate sign of danger.

The quickest apparent route around the webbing is up the hill through some heavy thickets and undergrowth.

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Oct 20, 2021 10:53 pm

"Well if it ain't thicc spiders, can we try not to get into it with plant-zombies?" Belanor pleas to the thicket/ open air.

OOC:

or the DM

Oct 20, 2021 11:44 pm

Karma pulls out a coin and flicks it into the air and catches it on the back of his ham like hand, quickly covering it with his other hand. "Heads we chop the web up and take our chances, tails we walk through the thickets and take our chances." he says with a smile you can not see underneath the ever shagger beard.

OOC:

Coin toss (1d2): 1 = Heads, 2 = Tails.

He lifts his hand to reveal the coin, "Thickets it is dudes." Karma turns on his heel and starts making his way up the hill and into the thickets.

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Rolls

Coin toss - (1d2)

(2) = 2

Oct 21, 2021 7:47 pm

Gerbo shrugs and follows Karma, trying to cover a growing sense of unease with exaggerated aloofness.

Oct 22, 2021 1:11 pm

Pushing through the thick undergrowth, while walking uphill, after a night a rain, is not as fun as it sounds, but Karma manages to push through the worst of it, clearing the way for the others to follow. Nearing the path on the opposite side the druid can hear someone shushing and in a very quiet voice say.

"There's someone in the woods."

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Oct 25, 2021 1:09 pm

OOC:

"no there's not"*(deception roll: 3+0= 3*

"I think we've been made," Belanor whispers to Gerbo while doing his best to not move.

Rolls

Stealth - (1d20+4)

(19) + 4 = 23

Oct 25, 2021 10:34 pm

Karma steads his grip upon his shield bringing it up in front of him and uses it to push through the bushes as he presses on, his beady eyes scanning the surrounding bushes. (Stealth is not his thing lol)

Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(11) + 2 = 13

Stealth check (Disadvantage) - (1d20+1, 1d20+1)

1d20+1 : (10) + 1 = 11

1d20+1 : (11) + 1 = 12

Oct 26, 2021 6:58 pm

Kerisha sticks close to Karma as she tries to squeeze her sizable frame through the thickets, sword still drawn expecting spiders to show at any moment. She didn't expect voices. Hunkering down to try to make herself as small as possible, she waits for the order of what to do next.

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Rolls

Stealth (disadvantage) - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (13) = 13

1d20 : (17) = 17

Oct 26, 2021 11:33 pm

[Super Secret Rolls]

Rolls

Secret Roll

Oct 26, 2021 11:42 pm

Working his way through the thickets and up the hill, Karma comes to a stop just short of the pathway where he sees four men looking in his direction. The men are all wearing identical robs and masks; each is well armed.

Two of the men reach for the weapons, but the closest man to group simply raises his hand and the weapons are quickly sheathed.

"You there, Dwarf. We are not looking for confrontation. You and your companion may show yourselves if you wish. You will come to no harm."

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Oct 27, 2021 4:26 am

OOC:

Did the druid tell us anything about the cultists? (What they look like, etc)

Edit: "masked robed individuals". Not sure they were called cultists. They just appeared around the same time.

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Oct 27, 2021 5:15 am

OOC:

Correct, there’s been no mention of cultists.

Oct 28, 2021 1:12 am

Keeping his shield in hand Karma steps out from the bushes, "Hey dude me friend and I," Flicks a thumb back at Kerisha, are traveling through the area. We saw a big web covering the path just yonder and are avoiding it’s so negative vibe." Karma says trying not to reveal the presence of anyone else unless the step out of the bushes.

OOC:

Deception check in case it is need, with advantage due to truth (only a little lie leaving out the others.
Insight check on any answer given.

Rolls

Deception check (advantage) - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (12) = 12

1d20 : (13) = 13

Insight check - (1d20+2)

(15) + 2 = 17

Oct 28, 2021 8:19 pm

"Avoiding the spiders that dwell in the ruins is probably for the best." the man responds as the others take a more relaxed stance.

"For such a small location there is an inordinate amount of creatures to avoid. It's very odd indeed, but the variety does seem to offer the dragon a wealth of choices when it comes to his feedings."

A broad smile crosses the man's face below his half-mask as he speaks of the dragon.

OOC:

The man doesn't seem to question or even be bothered by your presence. He also seems sincere and almost friendly towards you as well.

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Oct 28, 2021 11:51 pm

Karma smiles back, though the stranger would not notice, and let’s his Warhammer slide to a more relaxed position. "Dude I heard rumours that there was a dragon in the area and hence I’m reducing my negative impact on the environment. You and your buddy’s seem to have a strong interest in the Wyrm, are you like dragon chasers or something sweet like that?"

Oct 29, 2021 1:03 am

"Of sorts, yes." the man replies.

"I too had heard rumors of young green dragon making his home in the ruins of Thundertree. My brothers and I are here to form an allegiance with him. We have spent the last few weeks determining his behaviors and habits and are ready to introduce ourselves. We saw that he had left yesterday and has yet to return."

The man is very enthusiastic as he talks.

"We will be ready when he does."

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Oct 29, 2021 10:45 am

Kerisha carefully emerges from the bushes. These men look adept fighters. She can feel the orcish rage brewing inside her. That constant need to challenge and prove herself that eats away at her. She focuses on Karma's cool calm relaxed tone. Letting his words wash over her as her grip relaxes slightly on her sword.

Oct 29, 2021 11:09 am

"I wish ye dudes luck with that one," Karma says with a slight shrug of the shoulders, "you would have some sweet tips to pass on them about this area. Things and places to avoid, ways not to disturb the eco-culture and the such that you could pass on to another nature enthusiast?" Karma beams another shaggy beard covered smile at the Dragon Cultist in hopes of gaining some information about the local area and the Dragons lair.

OOC:

Hoping for advantage due to the great conversationalist Karma is ;)

Rolls

Persuasion check (advantage???) - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (13) = 13

1d20 : (19) = 19

Oct 29, 2021 1:26 pm

OOC:

at least it's not filled with alot of 'Zoinks'

Oct 30, 2021 1:51 am

"Avoid all the buildings would be your best bet. Either twig blights or zombies in most of them. There is a building on the south eastern edge which we occupy. There may be some fellow brothers in the area but if you tell them Favric has already talked to you, they'll let you go on about your business."

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Oct 30, 2021 3:11 am

"Thanks for you help dude and good luck on that Dragon chasing." Karma says as he waves the cultists a wave goodbye and turns to talk with Kerisha.

Oct 30, 2021 3:35 pm

The man says his farewells and, with the rest of the men, head towards the tower on the top of the hill.

Oct 31, 2021 12:07 pm

After he's sure the not-cultists have left, Gerbo sidles up besides Karma. "Lovely bunch of chaps aren't they? They tell you anything interesting?"

OOC:

I'm assuming I would have been back far enough that I couldn't hear, but could see when they left.

Nov 1, 2021 12:31 am

Karma looks at Gerbo and spins his finger around his ear, "Them dudes are loco, they want to make friends with the Dragon Kerisha is keen to remove. He mentioned a building on the south eastern edge which they occupy, so if we see some loco fellows in the area just tell them Favric has already talked to us." He turns and looks towards the area we were going, "Dude said beware entering buildings as they hold the worst amount of nasties. . . shall we head then?"

Nov 1, 2021 2:18 pm

"I thought I heard something about zombie plants. You say inside the buildings," Belanor asks brushing off leaves and sticks from his traveling cloak.
"Isn't the trinket in a building?"

Nov 2, 2021 8:58 pm

"Lets hope dragon not return" Kerisha mutters to Karma after the men have departed. She remains on high alert for spiders, but now throws nature and undead into the mix. She never thought she would have to guard against nature. "Be quick. We have lot to do." She presses on after Karma towards the trinket.

Nov 3, 2021 9:26 pm

After the men take their leave you push on across the path through some more of the still wet thickets and undergrowth before quickly coming to another well worn pathway. A quick look around reveals that everything appears to be safe and the building that Reidoth had pointed out on the map is now in sight.

The ruined shop is cluttered with sagging storage shelves and broken furniture. Shards of glass and pieces of pottery glint in the weeds and rubble next to rotted books and casks. If Mirna's heirloom is still here, it must be well hidden among the debris.

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Nov 3, 2021 9:51 pm

"2 copper says it's been looted an age ago. What do you think Gerbo," Belanor asks looking into the buildings doorway.

Nov 3, 2021 11:37 pm

Karma stands in the middle of the first room looking around. "If I was a trinket where would I hide?" he says a loud before starting to search.

Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(3) + 2 = 5

Nov 4, 2021 5:01 pm

"You're probably right, Belly, but I suppose we came all this way, so it's worth a shot, I suppose. I'll take your wager." Gerbo begins moving debris and shuffling things around on the shelving. "Think there's a "vibe" on the thing that someone could detect with some hand waving, Karma?"

Rolls

Investigation - (1d20+6)

(10) + 6 = 16

Nov 5, 2021 9:24 am

Karma grins as the walks over to Gerbo placing a hand on his shoulder, "May nature open your senses Dude."

OOC:

Cast guidance on Gerbo
Perception now 18

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Rolls

Guidance - (1d4)

(2) = 2

Nov 5, 2021 8:28 pm

While Karma's search turns up nothing of interest his helpful words to his companion pay off. Brushing aside the debris, Gerbo locates a small wooden case hidden in a compartment below some storage shelves. The case, which at one time must have been a site to behold, is now half rotten and nearly breaks apart in the rogue's hands.

Inside is a gold necklace with a fine emerald pendant on the back of which is inscribed "Lanna Dendrar".

OOC:

You have not heard of a Lanna Dendrar before (Dendrar is Mirna's family name)

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Nov 6, 2021 2:57 pm

Considering her orcish heritage, Kerisha feels bad ransacking someone's shop. Its one reason she never fit in with her horde. She was never seen as a true warrior and would never be considered strong enough. She tries her best not to cause any more damage as she looks around, and is thankful when Gerbo finds what they are looking for.

"Where to next?" she looks to Karma, seeing him as her mentor and leader, whether he knows it or not.

Nov 7, 2021 2:52 pm

Gerbo tosses the crumbling box back on the floor, before holding up the trinket for everyone to see and putting it into his bag. "Looks like we found it. We can probably sell it or figure out some use for it when we get back into town. Any other errands anyone wants to run before we leave?"

Nov 7, 2021 3:22 pm

Belanor sighs, "I was expecting something more usefull, to be honest. Like some cool whip or perhaps enchanted tools." He looks around keeping an eye out for the zombie plants.

"No, I don't think we have any other business unless we intend to start a fight with the others that live in the area."

Rolls

Spot for zombie plants - (1d20+3)

(12) + 3 = 15

Nov 8, 2021 9:23 pm

OOC:

What's the plan? You have directions to Cragmaw Castle should you want to go there. You can also poke around the ruins if, for some reason, that interests you.

Nov 8, 2021 9:57 pm

OOC:

Kerisha is all for poking around picking fights with dragons, but I believe next on the list was the castle.

Nov 8, 2021 10:56 pm

OOC:

bel is all about getting Gundren and getting paid.

So he votes to avoid additional confrontation.and go to castle get gundren cragmaw

Nov 9, 2021 9:53 am

OOC:

Karma is here to find his Uncle, so castle for him.

Nov 9, 2021 12:49 pm

OOC:

Castle is good for me, too.

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Nov 9, 2021 9:30 pm

[Just some rolls, ignore these completely...]

Rolls

Rolls - (1d20+3, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20-1)

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

1d20+2 : (2) + 2 = 4

1d20+2 : (18) + 2 = 20

1d20-1 : (13) - 1 = 12

Roll - (1d20)

(11) = 11

Rolls - (1d20+1, 1d20+1, 1d20+1, 1d20+1, 1d20+1, 1d20+1)

1d20+1 : (19) + 1 = 20

1d20+1 : (17) + 1 = 18

1d20+1 : (9) + 1 = 10

1d20+1 : (2) + 1 = 3

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

Nov 9, 2021 9:43 pm

You are able to leave the ruins of Thundertree without encountering any of the nasties that Reidoth had warned you about and have started your journey through the grasslands to Cragmaw Castle. The morning sun continues to rise, removing any moisture from the tall grass left over from the previous night's rain. And while the ground is still wet, the further you get from the Thundertree the less the mud seems to affect your travel.

It's just about noon when you reach the edge of Neverwinter Wood. The tall trees allow a filtering of light through and the undergrowth, at least in this part of the wood, is nearly non-existent, making for easy travel over the light ground covering of old leaves and vines.

About and hour into the woods you can hear multiple deep, rough voices barking out to each other in the distance in some sort of Goblinoid tongue. Seconds later both Belanor and Gerbo catch glimpses of movement from either side of the group.

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OOC:

Everyone gets an action, and roll initiative as well, if you roll higher than 20 you may go again.

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Nov 10, 2021 1:41 am

"Ready yourselves." Gerbo hisses as he draws his rapier and a small bit of fleece out. He grips the fleece in his hand and yells, "Come out and fight. My master thirsts!", pushing a giant black specter, carrying a translucent meat cleaver and a chain, from his chest with roughly humanoid shape, 15 feet tall and 10 feet wide.

[ +- ] Casting Silent Image

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Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+4)

(9) + 4 = 13

Nov 10, 2021 2:18 am

Being in the wooded area many of the foliage looks to be plenty of cover for Belanor!
Using the travelers cloak to the best of its ability.

[ +- ] mask of the wild

Feeling sufficiently hidden Belanor attempts to count the enemy combatants.

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Rolls

Hide - (1d30+4)

(18) + 4 = 22

Init - (1d20+4)

(12) + 4 = 16

Nov 10, 2021 9:51 pm

Karma is pulled out of his daze as he admires the beauty of the Forest in all it’s glory by Gerbo’s words, "What’s up dude? Oh company. Sweet best to be prepared then."

The Dwarf starts mumbling to himself, which in it’s self is nothing new but shortly a light greenish glow covers Gerbo, Belanor and Kerisha.

OOC:

Action: cast Bless 1st lvl.

[ +- ] Bless

[ +- ] Barksmoker

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+1)

(18) + 1 = 19

Nov 11, 2021 10:02 am

Kerisha was enjoying the peaceful walk through the forest, until it was rudely interrupted by the voices.

"They surrounding us. Not goblins, something else."

She pulls out her sword and readies herself for attack.

OOC:

Ready action to swing at any enemy that comes within reach

Rolls

Ready Attack and damage - (1d20+4, 2d6+2)

1d20+4 : (19) + 4 = 23

2d6+2 : (35) + 2 = 10

Initiative - (1d20+0)

(19) = 19

Nov 11, 2021 11:06 am

OOC:

oh I got above a 20.... Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm I guess I'll ready fire bolt.
Target first attacking hostile combatant

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Rolls

Readied fire bolt w/ adv from hidden - (1d20+5, 1d20+5, 1d10)

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

1d20+5 : (13) + 5 = 18

1d10 : (8) = 8

Nov 11, 2021 9:42 pm

Crashing brazenly forward two well armored Hobgoblins rush in to attack. The first, leading with its shield, attempts to run through the large black specter with its longsword and does just that. Nearly tripping from the expected clash that never occurred the warrior mumbles in confusion only to be struck in the back with a bolt of fire courtesy of the once hidden Belanor.

The second hobgoblin catches sight of Kerisha and yells out a furious battlecry. Trailing its sword along the ground as it charges it closes the distance quickly only to be met with a vicious preemptive strike from the Barbarian. The momentum of the charge carries the lifeless body forward as it crashes into the ground and slides several feet along the dried leaves of the woods.

OOC:

HG1 has been hit.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right.
HG5 is approaching from your left.

Round 1:
HG1, HG2,
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3, HG4, HG5

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Nov 11, 2021 10:41 pm

Gerbo cackles and leaps forward, aiming a lunge of his rapier at the heart of the hobgoblin fooled by his illusion, before breaking off his attack to move nearby Kerisha.

OOC:

Disengage cunning action, then move to Kerisha.

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Rolls

Attack (rapier) - (1d20+6)

(12) + 6 = 18

#bless - (1d4)

(1) = 1

Damage - (1d8+4)

(4) + 4 = 8

Sneak attack (not sure if someone else is nearby) - (2d6)

(54) = 9

Nov 11, 2021 10:48 pm

Gerbo's blade pierces the chainmail armor with ease, skewering the Hobgoblins heart with ease. With a whimper it drops to its knees and slowly falls forward.

OOC:

HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right.
HG5 is approaching from your left.

Round 1:
HG1, HG2,
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3, HG4, HG5

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Nov 12, 2021 12:40 am

"I'm sorry", Belanor quickly let's out as he runs past the hobgob that Gerbo guts.

He heads towards the way they came thinking there's not more that direction.

Turning about, Belanor draws his short sword hoping it would be a deterrent against others.

He'll raise his hand letting loose another fire bolt at an upright hobgob.

OOC:

I'll choot the nearest to me I guess?

Rolls

Fire bolt - (1d20+5, 1d10)

1d20+5 : (9) + 5 = 14

1d10 : (1) = 1

Oh yeA! Bless - (1d4)

(1) = 1

Nov 12, 2021 10:13 am

Standing his Warhammer upright next to him and calmly draws a light hammer hurling it at the Hobgoblin Belanor is attempting to set a flame, "Dirty and cowardly nature meat-eaters!" he yells.

OOC:

Action: throw light hammer at HG

[ +- ] Barksmoker

Rolls

Light hammer vs HG - (1d20+3)

(14) + 3 = 17

Damage - (1d4+1)

(1) + 1 = 2

Nov 12, 2021 1:32 pm

Teaming up on a single Hobgoblin both Karma and Belanor launch their attacks. The sorcerer's bolt fires wide and slams into the ground where some of the downed leaves start to smolder.

Karma's hammer flies true, but the Hobgoblin is able to raise his shield in time to absorb the blow.

OOC:

HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right.
HG5 is approaching from your left (and been attacked by both Belanor and Karma).

Kerisha is up.

Round 1:
HG1, HG2,
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3, HG4, HG5

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Nov 13, 2021 6:00 pm

Kerisha turns her attention to the oncoming duo. With Gerbo at her side, she feels a rush of feelings. She is overwhelmed to be fighting alongside others...alongside friends. With a giant bear like roar, she rushes forwards to the hobgoblins, meeting them head on, sword held high.

OOC:

Bonus action: rage (with bear totem)
Action: Attacking HG3/4 (either one)

Rolls

Greatsword attack + bless - (1d20+4, 1d4)

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

1d4 : (4) = 4

Damage if hit - (2d6+4)

(33) + 4 = 10

Nov 14, 2021 8:37 pm

[Die Rolls]

EDIT: Wow, fat fingered those damage rolls on Kerisha's attack. Adding them now, in proper fashion.

Rolls

Attack on Kerisha #1 - (1d20+5, 1d8+1.2d6)

1d20+5 : (20) + 5 = 25

1d8+1.2d6 : (1) + (55) + 1 = 12

Attack on Kerisha #2 - (1d20+5, 1d8+12d6)

1d20+5 : (9) + 5 = 14

1d8+12d6 : (1) + (551225132316) = 37

Attack on Gerbo - (1d20+5, 1d8+1)

1d20+5 : (18) + 5 = 23

1d8+1 : (8) + 1 = 9

Damage from Attack #1 (CH) - (2d8+1, 2d6)

2d8+1 : (24) + 1 = 7

2d6 : (21) = 3

Damage from Attack #2 - (1d8+1, 2d6)

1d8+1 : (2) + 1 = 3

2d6 : (33) = 6

Nov 14, 2021 8:47 pm

Feeling confident after quickly dispatching one of the attackers with a single blow, Kerisha charges headlong into battle. Swinging downwards with full force at the first Hobgoblin that comes within range, the Barbarian's attack is deftly brushed to the side with skillful use of a shield. With her blade striking nothing but wet leaves and moist dirt, the two Hobgoblins quickly counter, each striking painful blows with their longswords.

The final attacker rushes in from the left and spots the little Rogue who struck down his companion. With a primal yell it charges forward and takes a sweeping, backhanded swing with its sword, slicing across Gerbo's chest.

OOC:

HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right - engaged with Kerisha.
HG5 is engaged with Gerbo.

Kerisha has taken 19HP in damage from attacks.
Gerbo has taken 9HP in damage from attacks.

Round 2:
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3, HG4, HG5

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Nov 15, 2021 11:47 am

Karma casually picks his Warhammer strolls over to the Hobgoblin attacking Gerbo and swings like a batter at base.

OOC:

Move: move up behind HG5
Action: attack with Warhammer.

[ +- ] Barksmoker

Rolls

Warhammer vs Hobgoblin 5 - (1d20+3)

(14) + 3 = 17

Damage - (1d8+2)

(5) + 2 = 7

Nov 15, 2021 9:05 pm

OOC:

have at you!

Belanor continues his slightly scared assault

Rolls

Fire 🔥 bolt ⚡ - (1d20+5, 1d10)

1d20+5 : (9) + 5 = 14

1d10 : (1) = 1

Nov 15, 2021 11:23 pm

His nerves still getting the better of the Sorceror, Belanor's bolt of fire misses high and continues its flight off into the distance. Hoping for better luck Karma moves in and takes a powerful swing, but the shield defense of his opponent once again deflects his attack.

OOC:

HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right - engaged with Kerisha.
HG5 is engaged with Gerbo and Karma.

Kerisha has taken 19HP in damage from attacks.
Gerbo has taken 9HP in damage from attacks.

I've added the AC for each opponent so that you can determine if you've scored a hit.

Round 2:
Karma, Belanor, Kerisha, Gerbo (any order)
HG3 (AC18), HG4 (AC18), HG5 (AC18)

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Nov 16, 2021 3:44 am

Regaining his balance after the cut across his chest, Gerbo breaks off from further attacks by the Hobgoblin and rushes over to Kerisha, where he tries to make a stab upwards into the belly of one of the Hobbies.

[ +- ] If he dead

OOC:

Disengage, move over to Kerisha, sneak attack on Hobbie 3.

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Rolls

Rapier attack - (1d20+6)

(15) + 6 = 21

Rapier damage - (1d8+4)

(5) + 4 = 9

Sneak Attack - (2d6)

(24) = 6

Nov 16, 2021 8:33 pm

OOC:

With her bear totem on rage, Kerisha would take half damage, @Szemely are you rounding up or down? I know PHB states round down, so that would be 9 damage so far

[ +- ] Totem Spirit 1 - Bear

The hobgoblin swords cut into Kerisha, but her skin seems thinker than they might expect, and the wounds are not as deep as they should have been. The strikes fuel her rage, and as Gerbo lashes out from the shadows at one, she brings her sword down at the other foe standing in her way, but her blind rage means she gets nothing but wet leaves and mud once more.

OOC:

Attacking HG4

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Rolls

Greatsword (Rage) to hit - (1d20+4)

(12) + 4 = 16

Greatsword (Rage) damage - (2d6+4)

(31) + 4 = 8

Nov 17, 2021 8:42 pm

[Attack Rolls]

Rolls

Attack on Gerbo - (1d20+2, 1d8+1, 2d6)

1d20+2 : (4) + 2 = 6

1d8+1 : (2) + 1 = 3

2d6 : (34) = 7

Attack on Kerisha - (1d20+2, 1d8+1, 2d6)

1d20+2 : (3) + 2 = 5

1d8+1 : (5) + 1 = 6

2d6 : (41) = 5

Attack on Karma - (1d20+5, 1d8+1)

1d20+5 : (13) + 5 = 18

1d8+1 : (4) + 1 = 5

Nov 17, 2021 8:53 pm

Once again Gerbo's blade sinks deep into his opponent, piercing the chain armor and impaling the Hobgoblin's stomach. It screeches in pain, barely able to keep to its feet, but somehow manages to stay in the fight. It counters with a weak swing that completly misses the nimble rogue.

While Kerisha and her opponent trade misses, Karma is unable to dodge a Hobgoblin's longsword, which catches him high on the shoulder.

OOC:

@QuantumRiot - Always down. From a damage standpoint I'll just post the raw damage and let everyone adjust as needed.

HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right - engaged with Kerisha and Gerbo.
HG5 is engaged with Karma.

Karma has taken 5HP in damage from attacks.

I've added the AC for each opponent so that you can determine if you've scored a hit.

Round 3:
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3 (AC18), HG4 (AC18), HG5 (AC18)

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Nov 17, 2021 9:48 pm

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oh noes one of these are new!

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#attack rolls

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wow at least I'm a little better outside of combat

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Rolls

Fire bolt to hit - (1d20+5)

(3) + 5 = 8

Fire bolt damage - (1d10)

(6) = 6

Nov 18, 2021 1:38 am

"Ouch ugly dude, you are carrying some really negativity with you." The shaggy Dwarf says as the blade slices him. He bring his Warhammer around again at the Hobgoblin.

OOC:

Action: Attack with Warhammer
Damage = 11

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Rolls

Warhammer vs HB5 - (1d20+3)

(20) + 3 = 23

Damage - (1d8+1)

(5) + 1 = 6

Crit damage - (1d8)

(5) = 5

Nov 19, 2021 4:46 am

After backstepping to use avoid the weak swing, Gerbo counters with another stab, this one aimed at the Hobgoblin's armpit. As he steps forward, he gets too confident, and his foot slips on a rock. He starts to feel himself falling forward, so he allows his stumble to carry him forward and away from the hobgoblins reach. While he carries forward, he sheaths his rapier.

OOC:

Attack/miss, disengage, run past and forward more to get to 15 feet from hobbies, then use free item interaction to stow rapier. Not sure if you do something with the nat 1 or just make it a miss.

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Rolls

Rapier attack - (1d20+6)

(1) + 6 = 7

Rapier damage - (1d8+4)

(7) + 4 = 11

Sneak attack damage - (2d6)

(34) = 7

Nov 19, 2021 2:02 pm

The Cleric takes another mighty swing with his hammer and this time the Hobgoblin misreads the attack, taking the full brunt of Karma's swing. The sounds of ribs cracking is followed by a quiet whimper as the goblinoid keels over and rolls sideways onto the ground.

Bark splinters and flies like shrapnel through the air as Belanor takes out his aggression on an innocent tree.

Having had has attack easily parried, Gerbo removes himself from danger, leaving Kerisha to face the last two enemies on her own.

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@Paximilian - I just do 1s as a miss, nothing more.
HG1 has been killed.
HG2 has been killed.
HG3 and HG4 are approaching from your right - engaged with Kerisha.
HG5 has been killed.

Kerisha is up.

Round 3:
Karma, Kerisha, Gerbo, Belanor (any order)
HG3 (AC18), HG4 (AC18), HG5 (AC18)

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Nov 19, 2021 5:47 pm

Letting out a bear like roar and being faced with two opponents, she raises her sword high above her head. With all her might, she arcs it through the air, carving through her opponent with ease.

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Rolls

Greatsword (Rage) to hit - (1d20+4)

(20) + 4 = 24

Greatsword (Rage) damage - (2d6+4)

(65) + 4 = 15

crit damag - (2d6)

(56) = 11

Nov 19, 2021 7:45 pm

Not backing down from the fight Kerisha disposes the stronger of the two remaining enemies with gory ease. The last of the Hobgoblins, covered in his companion's blood, takes a quick lunge at the Barbarian with his longsword, only to be met with a fist to the face, knocking him flat onto his back.

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The remaining Hobgoblin only had 1 HP left, so I took the liberty of having Kerisha just finishing him off.

All threats have been eliminated. Carry on towards the castle, heal/rest, or something else?

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Nov 19, 2021 8:13 pm

Kerisha stands a bloody mess above the remains of the hobgoblins. Like a momma bear protecting her cubs, she looks around for any more danger before finally calming down. Breathing heavy she checks her wound. Another scar for the collection.

OOC:

I'll go with what everyone else wants to do. Only lost 9hp surprisingly so still feeling pretty good for now.

Nov 19, 2021 10:25 pm

Gerbo, who was reaching for his hand crossbow, let's it back down and pulls his rapier out to begin cleaning it on his shirt. The large black specter takes a bow, waves, and disappears in a poof. "That was fun. Anyone else good with a quick breather?
He settles onto a stump to catch his breath.

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I wouldn't mind a short rest or some quick healing. I'm not too hurt, though if we want to keep moving.

Nov 20, 2021 12:30 am

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#lootTheRoom

Belanor stows his weapon.
Yes, worked like a charm. They didn't want to come near me cause of the sword. I'll have to think Jamal when I'm back in waterdeep.

"I'm not against that but the longer we wait the harder it may become to find Grundar I would think." Belanor says returning to the group.

Nov 20, 2021 2:27 am

Karma swings is Warhammer up onto shoulder gathering with the others, "Happy to treat any wounds you have dudes before heading on, always good to rid yourself of negative mojo as soon as possible.".

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Happy to take a short if required, otherwise good to go.

Nov 20, 2021 6:00 pm

Gerbo digs in his pack a bit and pulls out his tea pouch from his bag, grabs a crumpled leave, crushes it up, spits in his hands and rubs the mixture in his wound. With the remainder left on his fingers, he rubs his fingers along his gums and stands up.

Tying his pack up, he picks it up and starts walking. "I'll be fine"" He says grumpily.

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FYI, this isn't in character grumping about me being pissy OOC or anything. I'm good with moving on to the castle.

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Nov 24, 2021 4:15 pm