The Hexcrawl

OOC:

If we get to keep the bear, then that's a pretty sweet deal. Bear steak for everyone!

"Neat, I've always wanted to put that on my resume."

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Nov 8, 2023 4:32 pm

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OOC:

You can do whatever you want with the bear. The man on the speaker thinks it’s a nuisance and doesn’t want it setting off one of his land mines.

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Nov 8, 2023 4:34 pm

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OOC:

Finding the bear is an automatic success. However, sneaking up on or outsmarting the bear is not.

Nov 9, 2023 2:29 am

OOC:

What skills will we be rolling against?

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Nov 9, 2023 2:14 pm

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OOC:

To sneak up on the Bear is RECON. You could also swap out and use SURVIVAL instead since this related to sneaking up on a wild animal. - The outcome will dictate the situation the group finds itself in.

Since Harrigan is out, what are your thoughts on having Sheepdog maintain long range distance with his sniper rifle to provide support?

Nov 9, 2023 6:44 pm

OOC:

I'm good with that if saevikas is.

Tedic Reed

saevikas

Nov 10, 2023 4:44 pm

OOC:

Sounds good to me as well.

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Nov 10, 2023 4:50 pm

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Clear indications of the bear's presence can be observed to the north of the gas station, as it appears to be foraging around a cluster of secluded country homes in the vicinity.

OOC:

Describe your general approach to tracking down the bear and roll either for RECON or SURVIVAL to see if you are able to get to it without it noticing you.

Nov 10, 2023 6:24 pm

With his AK-74 out, Cunningham tries to avoid walking on leaves and twigs so as not to make much noise. Pine needles would be best.

OOC:

Going with Recon.

Rolls

Recon - (d8)

(7) = 7

Intelligence - (d12)

(3) = 3

Bear

Nov 10, 2023 7:08 pm

Bear

Cunningham explores the area around the homes when he catches the sound of rustling. Stealthily, he approaches a house and, upon reaching the backyard, comes face to face with a bear. The moment their eyes lock, a tense silence ensues, each waiting for the other to make a move.

The bear, appearing hungry and agitated, gives off an impression that it might charge at any moment. The distance between them is about 40 meters.

Cunningham finds himself beside a typical suburban house.

[ +- ] Tactical map

OOC:

I'm assuming that Reed is with Cunningham, but let me know if that's not the case. Cunningham, Reed, or Sheepdog can take an action before the bear reacts.

If you have any questions about my super realistic tactical map, please let me know.

Some stats to know about the bear is that it has a Hit Cap of 6 and does 2 damage with it's paws. Also for whatever reason, the rulebook explicitly states that it cannot be PERSUADED, so I guess no PSY OPS for Cunningham.

Rolls

Bear - Opposed Recon - INT D, RECON B - (1d6, 1d10)

1d6 : (3) = 3

1d10 : (6) = 6

Nov 10, 2023 9:00 pm

OOC:

I can't persuade it to be my friend. Awwww shucks.

Cunningham takes aim and fires a burst of 5. He knows one round isn't going to take it down.

OOC:

The ROF is 5 so that why I selected 5. EDIT: OMG! Are you kidding me?

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Rolls

To Hit - (d6, d10)

d6 : (1) = 1

d10 : (1) = 1

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Nov 10, 2023 9:07 pm

Master Sergeant Normal Baker (Sheepdog)

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OOC:

For ROF you’ll need to choose the amount of ammo dice to roll which can be up to 5. The sum total of those dice is the actual number of bullets.

However, we can stick to just 5 bullets this action just because the roll was not great.

Harrigan

Nov 11, 2023 3:33 am

OOC:

Back. Where is Sheepdog in this scene? I know he's not present, but is he providing cover or overwatch and can see the bear?

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Nov 11, 2023 1:51 pm

OOC:

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Sheepdog is in the bottom right corner of this map and has a direct line of sight to the bear.

[ +- ] Tactical map

Cunningham firing at the bear will be the starting action of the turn, and I'll roll initiative for everyone in the round. I'm assuming Reed was walking with Cunningham, but I need to hear back from @saevikas to confirm that.

Initiative Order
1. Cunningham
2. Sheepdog
3. Bear
4. Reed

Rolls

Initiative - Reed - (1d1000)

(44) = 44

Initiative - Sheepdog - (2d1000h1)

(343770) = 770

Initiative - Bear - (1d1000)

(123) = 123

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Nov 11, 2023 1:54 pm

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Spotting the bear, Cunningham swiftly takes aim and unleashes a burst of five rounds. Understanding that a single shot won't be sufficient to bring it down, the gunfire goes wide, hitting the ground around the bear and causing it to react with a start.

OOC:

Sheepdog is next!

saevikas

Nov 11, 2023 5:31 pm

Master Sergeant Normal Baker (Sheepdog)

OOC:

That position sounds good to me.

Harrigan

Nov 12, 2023 2:13 am

Master Sergeant Normal Baker (Sheepdog)

"Shit," Baker says to himself as soon as they spot the bear, and as Cunningham opens fire on it with a burst that resounds through the woods. Bringing his rifle up to his shoulder, he makes sure the safety is off as he takes rapid aim, then fires several shots at the charging bear.

OOC:

Fast Action to Aim, Slow to fire. Should be d10/d10 from Agility and Ranged Weapons, Aim to remove the Quick Shot penalty, and Short Range for the M21. Firing with RoF 2.

Rolls

Agility / Ranged Weapons, RoF 2 - (1d10, 1d10, 2d6)

1d10 : (6) = 6

1d10 : (2) = 2

2d6 : (46) = 10

Harrigan

Nov 12, 2023 2:20 am

OOC:

That's a hit for 3+1 = 4 damage. Then, choosing to inflict a second hit on the bear with the Ammo Die 6 -- that one does the base damage of 3.

Does the bear do a whole CUF thing? =]

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Rolls

Hit Location 1 - (1d6)

(3) = 3

Hit Location 2 - (1d6)

(5) = 5

Bear

Nov 12, 2023 1:56 pm

Bear

The bear unleashes a roar, hurtling toward Cunningham at full tilt. Suddenly, a series of gunshots echo in the distance. The first shot strikes the bear in the stomach, inducing gut bleeding, while the second hits its front leg, causing a stumble and a crash to the ground. Both precisely aimed shots incapacitate and eventually lead to the demise of the bear, leaving it just a couple of meters from Cunningham and Reed.

OOC:

I think the damage would be 6 not 7. I'm interpreting the rules that he does base 3 damage on his ranged hit success and then another base 3 damage from the success from the ammo dice.

Also, I was a bit worried that Cunningham or Reed were about to be mauled to death by a bear.

Nov 12, 2023 4:56 pm