Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

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Mar 30, 2024 1:47 am

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Abstalar Zantus

Only a week after the harrowing events in the seaside caves, you receive a letter from Father Zantus, asking that you meet him at the church for lunch. When you arrive, you are met by Acolyte Jamison, who leads you through the cathedral to the interior veranda where Abstalar Zantus waits at a table laden with food. The veranda looks out to the south over the cathedral’s grassy central courtyard, wherein a set of seven 9-foot-tall menhirs loom around a circular altar stone.

When you enter, he stands up and greets you warmly, "Ah yes, I'm so glad that you were all able to make it!" he says with a wide and sincere smile, "Please, sit down and enjoy the food and fine weather with me. How have you all been? I heard about your escapades in the cave. Quite the name you are all making for yourselves! I've always known you four would do well, ever since you were children exploring the old Valdemar manor house."

OOC:

For completing the prologue, I will award each of you with a hero point!

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Mar 30, 2024 7:43 am

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"Ah, yes!" Jathus says without requiring further encouragement. He sits at the table, purring slightly. "This looks wonderful, Father. And yes, our reputation seems to be growing a bit! My friends and I, we have always had a bit of an eye for danger, have we not?" He licks his lips, but holds back from starting his meal until everyone has sat - it would be rude to do otherwise, of course.

Mar 30, 2024 3:13 pm

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Winona gives Abstalar a hug. He's basically been her father since she arrived in Sandpoint and announced that she had come to live in the Cathedral. As an adult she's seen less and less of him.

She smiles, her own headlong rushing into danger is a penchant that she's finding harder and harder to resist, and Abstalar would blanch at how she imagined her life going.

"This does look wonderful. I hope that our reputation had some good to it as well."

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Mar 30, 2024 3:57 pm

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It's clear Zan has been experimenting with her new magics as it's two ferrets that run up to the cathedral. Only after confusing some of those around does one suddenly turn into the gnome, with Socks rapidly climbing up her shoulder to take his rightful place curled around her neck.

Socks doesn't have the restraint of Jathus, and the second Zan sits he's jumping on the table, going for some particularly nice looking fruit..only to get scooped up by the gnome befoe he can grab anything. Patience Scoks.' The reprimand just draws grumblings as Zan turns to the Father.

'Its been good . Oh have I shown you my knew rick yet? Caught those squatters right off guard!. '

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Mar 30, 2024 5:07 pm

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Perf sits down as well. "Ah yes, the Valdemar Manor. You could say that's where I - WE met our destinies." Perf gazes at his gauntleted hand with a mixed expression on his face. He then waves it and small food portions begin to float over to his plate.

"Thank you for acknowledging our party as more than a town nuisance since the event with that necromancer. You must realize that merely inviting us here brings legitimacy to our position." Perf meets Abstalar's eyes as he takes a sip of what turns out to be wine that Perf has no experience with. He splutters for a bit, drinks some water, and continues on as if nothing happened. "What would you like from us?
...
This mutton is fantastic, by the way."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Mar 30, 2024 7:05 pm

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"A fair question," Jathus says, "Surely you didn't invite us for merely the presence of our company, though Jathus would understand we're it so. Is there something we might assist with?"

Mar 31, 2024 12:46 am

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Abstalar Zantus

Father Zantus returns Winona's hug, "I'm glad you came. I haven't seen you in a while and it doesn't feel the same without you under foot all the time," he says, a fond smile on his face.

He laughs at the Socks' antics and reaches out to pet the creature's soft fur if it allows him to, "That's a cute little addition to your party."

When he's asked about the reason for the invitation, he shakes his head, "Let us enjoy the food and company before we turn to more serious matters," he suggests, getting some mutton for himself as well.

You chat amicably with the priest for the duration of the meal until the last of the plates is taken by another acolyte, leaving you all alone with Father Zantus. He lets out a heavy sigh before speaking, "How much do you know of the events of seventeen years ago and the treatment that Nualia received in this very town leading up to those events?"

Apr 1, 2024 4:49 am

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Some of you may be aware of the events of 17 years ago, in which Nualia, an aasimar woman who was raised by the previous head priest tried to destroy the town by recruiting several tribes of goblins to do her dirty work.

She had been treated badly by the villagers, even when she was a child: some treated her with reverence while others, particularly children, treated her cruelly and played tricks on her. Eventually, after falling in love and getting pregnant, she was abandoned by her lover and imprisoned by her adopted father. She eventually broke out, torching the church with her father inside before leaving town. She returned years later and tried to have the town destroyed, but a group of heroes stopped her plot, killing her in the process.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 1, 2024 5:54 am

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"I know only bits and pieces. She was angry with the town, right? Tried to destroy it, enlisting goblins to aid her?" Jathus shakes his head, "Terrible thing. It was good we had people in the town to stand up to her."

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Winona shakes her head. "Is she coming back, or her Giblin allies? Is that why we're here?"

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"I'm glad you have some familiarity with the tale. It means I won't have to go into all of the details," Father Zantus says, nodding sadly, "Over the past seventeen years, I’ve done much thinking on poor Nualia, as she didn’t deserve the fate she got. I’m certainly not justifying her actions, but I wish it never came to that sort of situation in the first place. That I only came to town after the fire that took my predecessor’s life is no excuse—all of those who worship Desna should know better and treat the children of the world more kindly. My predecessor’s failure to be a father figure is in part what caused Nualia’s fall, but the people of Sandpoint were no help in how they treated her as something less than human—something fit only to soften their own fears, or something to jealously covet.

After her defeat, the least I could do was see to it that she got a proper burial here in town. Some folks blanched at the idea, but I’m glad that most of us were more understanding and forgiving. Only, I feel like it’s not enough. Nualia needs to know we’ve forgiven her... she needs to know that I have forgiven her. She doesn’t deserve an afterlife of torment—her life was torment enough."

He pauses here, looking at each of you in turn to gauge your reaction to what he's said so far. It's clear he has more to say, but he wants to ensure that you are a receptive audience.

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Winona shirts through her complicated feelings on this. On one hand, everything he says comes from a place of compassion. But bargaining with spirits seems like crossing a line.

"Raising the dead, even just their shades, to assuage your guilt is a mixed bag, father. I understand your heart is in the right place, believe me. Whatever you're asking, we'll listen, but I'm uncomfortable if this plan involves is summoning her spirit, or worse. I'd be a terrible champion of Gozreh if I didn't place firm boundaries around anything to do with the undead."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 3, 2024 1:35 am

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Jathus sits back and puts his feet up on the table. "Well, if it's a good prayer you want, Father Zantus, I'm sure I could rustle up a few words to the woman's memory. If you have something else in mind, I must ask how you might otherwise think we could offer such forgiveness to someone long dead."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 3, 2024 1:51 am

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Perf went very still and quiet when Abstalar brought up that night. After all, he was a toddler when his parents came to this town just a few days prior to that fateful night; the events of which landed him in the orphanage.

In a strange voice his friends know to be Perf when he's being serious he replies.

"...I know what it's like to be shunned by the villagers. To be beaten, robbed, or starving in a place you're told is the safest for you. I can imagine events of her life that lead her to do the things she did.

I don't condone what she did either. After all, she caused the circumstances of my parents' deaths. I also don't wish her eternal torment. I'm more inclined to let this be. No offense to Gozreh, Winnona, but I'm not even against necromancy on the principle of it. It's just if what she did was her seeking vengeance of a sort that I can understand, then believe me when I say I feel she isn't in eternal torment right now."

Perf adopts his usual grin and adds, "Jathus, I thought you were supposed to be a Puss in boots but with your feet up here you're-a boots in peas."

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Apr 5, 2024 10:45 pm

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Abstalar Zantus

Father Zantus looks positively alarmed, "Oh no, you misunderstand," he says, shaking his head, "We shan't be resurrecting her. A simple spell to speak to the dead shall suffice for our purposes."

"I’ve only spoken of this with one other—a friend named Audrahni. Nualia’s been dead for nearly two decades, but time does not pass the same for the dead as it does for the living. Audrahni knows a ritual that can put us in contact with the spirits of the dead and, in her latest letter, she told me she’s willing to perform this ritual here when next she visits, so that I can offer Nualia my apologies and forgive her. I don’t know if that will be enough to help her, or to stave off an afterlife of torment, but I do know that if nothing is done, Sandpoint will have failed her yet again."

"Here’s where the complication comes in. In order for Audrahni’s ritual to succeed, we need a physical link to Nualia’s soul. It’s been years, and any of her belongings are long gone now, which leaves only her mortal remains. As loath as I was to exhume her body, it was necessary to the ritual, to giving her my forgiveness. But when we opened her grave, we made an awful discovery. Her coffin was empty—tunneled into from below, so that when we reached it, the whole grave caved in. Naffer and I were fortunate enough to escape without much harm, but now there’s a hole where her grave used to be—a hole that leads to an underground tunnel below the boneyard."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 6, 2024 12:15 am

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"Well, this just gets even more curious," Jathus says, taking his feet down. "I suppose this is where we come in - we're scrawny and know how to scrap, so send us in down there to see if we can find any part of her remains, yes? Was there any hint as to how old that tunnel is - I find myself wondering, was Nualia taken 15 years ago, or 15 days ago."

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Winona find the notion of speaking with the dead a close cousin to necromancy, but her affection for the man forces her to try and see it his way.

"Ah, well, examining strange tunnels is our specialty. Do you know what she was buried in? Perhaps we might recognize pieces of her shroud and know which way to go if the tunnel branches."

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Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Apr 6, 2024 8:22 am

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I was beginning to wonder why we were hear for a speak with dead. Zan looks to Winona 'Looks like someone else may have had thoughts or resurrecting her? What other use would someone else have for her body. Well her body specifically oh did you check the other graves? Was it just her body that was gone? ' It sounded so if her caved in from the tunnel, but always best to check.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 6, 2024 2:19 pm

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"Ah, a spelunking we shall go?"

Perf perks up at this news. He's studied several spells with the sole purpose of one day delving into the Thassilonian dungeon that was uncovered.

"That's more like it. As for speaking with the dead I'm more on board with that. It'll allow her the opportunity to share her reasons. That said, what, exactly, are you proposing with this endeavor? Just find her body, or fully explore this tunnel system?"

Apr 8, 2024 9:15 am

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Abstalar Zantus

Father Zantus nods to Jathus, "That's right," he agrees, "I could have asked the sheriff and his men for help, but I don't think they are as resourceful as you all are. With all you've been through, I thought you would be better suited to this specific endeavor."

Winona knows that most faiths don't have the same view as she does regarding speaking to the dead, so this isn't something that would likely be proscribed by most priests, despite how distasteful she may find it, "She was buried in a white funeral shroud with Desna's butterfly sewn into it."

"The subsidence, the claw marks on the underside of the coffin, the missing body, and the tunnel it opens into all suggest ghouls to me. They must have burrowed up from below to rob her grave," he explains further, giving you each a significant look, "Be careful... They are dangerous creatures."

To Zanitina, "It's likely that more have been taken, but we wouldn't be able to know for sure without digging up more graves, unfortunately."

"The monsters have been a problem in the region for decades, although not so much in recent years. I suppose I grew a bit complacent, but at the same time, they know how to hide and avoid leaving traces. By not tunneling in areas of the graveyard that are in more frequent use, and by backfilling those they defile, ghouls can go unnoticed for ages. Had I waited a few weeks more, no doubt they would have backfilled Nualia’s grave as well, leaving me with a mysterious empty coffin but nowhere obvious to go from there, but that says to me that the theft’s recent enough that her remains might still be recoverable."

Looking to Perf, he looks thoughtful, "The first priority is to bring back her remains, but exploring the tunnels is important as well. I would say bring Nualia's remains back first and then you can explore further to see if this threat can be dealt with."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 8, 2024 12:49 pm

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"Any chance you can spot us some holy water, or some coin to prepare for this endeavor? I won't be able to tackle this tonight since the spells I prepared today were not in anticipation of ghouls."

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Winona shivers. The thought of these abominations defiling the dead, consuming the corpses, leaves her light headed.

"Yes, we should prepare and leave in the morning. I'll pray to Gozreh for the strength to end this threat. "

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 8, 2024 6:58 pm

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Jathus is ready, but understands the needs of his companions to prepare for such an adventure. "Jathus is always ready for adventure. You know this, my friends. Yet, I will be happy to fill my gut with liquid resolve this night regardless. If anyone should care to join me, you know where I'll be! Let us otherwise reconvene at the cemetery bright and early, yes?"

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Abstalar Zantus

Zantus nods, "Of course," he says, "I will have it ready when you stop by in the morning."

OOC:

You will each get one Holy Water

Go ahead and make any preparations and then we'll move forward tomorrow

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 9, 2024 8:12 am

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Jathus politely excuses himself and makes sure, again, his invitation to join him at the Rusty Dragon stands. He promptly heads over to get piss-drunk and carouse with the locals, telling all manner of stories - some true, some not. The earlier he starts, he guesses, the sooner he'll pass out and the better off he'll be in the morning. That's how it works, right?

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 9, 2024 11:30 am

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"Hol' up, Jathus. Before everyone leaves I have a proposition for you. As you know I've been running my fortune-telling business when I can and I've recently learned how to apply fortune with a ritual. If each of you could provide me with an hour of your time tonight I hope to supply you with a modicum of luck in our endeavors tomorrow."

OOC:

The harrow reading ritual no longer costs me anything to do other than time now Perf is level 4. It also lowered the DC. If you would like your character to participate you just need to provide an in-character goal to achieve for this ritual, such as "eradicate the ghouls feasting on the loved ones of this village" or "locate the shroud of what's-her-face".

[ +- ] Harrowing Ritual

[ +- ] Experienced Harrower

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Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Apr 9, 2024 11:57 am

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Zan seemes to consider Jathus proposal. t was rare she stayed the night is town nowadays, and had been a while since she had spent time in a tavern.. a little bit of fun wouldn't hurt and a tavern bed or the ones her parents kept for her would mean she is nearby for tomorrow. Unless Bethana had changed her stance on the druid sleeping in the bushes from last time.

At the mention of the ritual she pauses following Jathus out. 'Thats sounds fun. I can take part, yes!'

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 9, 2024 8:17 pm

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Jathus, already standing and ready to head to the door. Looks plainly at Perf for several moments. "I will do this thing, for you my friend. Tell me where and I'll meet you for this ritual." Then he'd see how many drinks he could get in before the indicated time.

OOC:

Jathus's personal goal for the harrow reading: Destroy the creatures that took Nualia's remains.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 10, 2024 12:22 am

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Jathus sits with Perf in a more secluded area reserved for clients of his fortune telling. Jathus may notice that the deck Perf is using for the ritual is far more ornate than the usual deck he's seen Perf fidget-shuffle before. Perf spends the first part of the ritual meditating with Jathus who has his goal in mind and drawing occult themed symbols in strategic places. After it is complete Perf speaks at last.

"Jathus, as you know, this power sealed in my gauntlet needs an outlet. One way I've found to safely allow this is to use fortune telling to let it have a hand, as it were, in fate. I shall now read yours."

Perf lays the cards out and gives his spiel about each in turn, then finally he draws the last card for this reading that ties it all together.

"Ah, 7 of books. This reading will effect something you do in relation to your wits. For weal or woe, let it be so."

OOC:

That 19 I rolled was the DC necessary to succeed this ritual. This is the pertinent information:

The target gains agency over fate and chance while in the pursuit of their goal, gaining a "wild card." At any point during harrowing's duration of 1 month, the creature can expend this wild card to immediately reroll any associated check they just made. They must use the second result. Once this reroll is taken and the wild card is spent, the harrowing ritual's effects end.

Jathus rolled a 4 which means you can use this wild card to reroll a single skill check (Any skill, not just intelligence based) that had to do with his goal of destroying the creatures that took the shroud.

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Occultism (Int) - (1d20+12)

(7) + 12 = 19

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Winona also agrees, feeling like she needs some reassurance since they're going to sin against all the good gods (from her own battle persisting). "Thank you, Perf."

She considers her goals and when it's her turn to get a reading, she focuses on: End the ghouls predation on the local cemeteries.

Rolls

Harrow suit - (1d6)

(2) = 2

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 10, 2024 6:57 am

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For Winona's reading it goes largely the same except for the lynchpin card.

"Oho, Prince of Keys. Your fated goal, should it be weal or woe, will have you dodge and dance. Step light with care in your endeavor, my friend."

OOC:

Winona gains agency over fate and chance while in the pursuit of their goal, gaining a "wild card." Her suit (the d6 roll) has to do with Dexterity, specifically any reflex saving throw. At any point during harrowing's duration of 1 month, Winona can expend this wild card to immediately reroll any reflex save they just made, gaining a +4 status bonus to the reroll. They must use the second result. Once this reroll is taken and the wild card is spent, the harrowing ritual's effects end.

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Occultism (Int) - (1d20+12)

(18) + 12 = 30

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 10, 2024 4:18 pm

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LightOfMidnight says:

At the mention of the ritual she pauses following Jathus out. 'Thats sounds fun. I can take part, yes!'

OOC:

Goal stated in chat as destroying the creatures preying on the town.

For Zan's reading it again goes the same way excepting for the lynchpin card.

"Oh my, King of Hammers! You have chosen a path of violence to be sure. For woe or for weal we may soon see your zeal."

OOC:

Zan gains agency over fate and chance while in the pursuit of their goal, gaining a "wild card." At any point during harrowing's duration, Zan can expend this wild card to immediately reroll any strike they just made, be it melee or ranged. They must use the second result. Once this reroll is taken and the wild card is spent, the harrowing ritual's effects end.

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Occultism (Int) - (1d20+12)

(9) + 12 = 21

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The following morning, you make your way to the cemetery to begin your grim task. Zantus and Naffer, the priest in charge of upkeep of the graveyard, lead you to the grave, which is kept away from most of the others and show you the hold leading down. Securing a rope above, you make your way down into the darkness of the tunnels below.

The open grave leads to a cramped, four-foot-tall tunnel dug through hard-packed earth and clay. The walls are supported by bracing made of wood that appears to have been scavenged from coffins, driftwood, and shipwreck salvage. Faint smudges and scrapes track through the dirt, leading south.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 11, 2024 1:26 am

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OOC:

Ok, I don't know what I did to upset the GM that my Wizard is in point position in the dungeon crawl, but I'm posting this to get my daily prep harrow card determined.

Rolls

Harrow Card - (1d6)

(4) = 4

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Winona casts Light on her shield, and steps forward. "Best stay behind me for this one big guy. You're not going to do any good up there."

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As you move southward, you hear a voice from within the next chamber. It's high pitched and somewhat raspy and, though it's hard to understand specifics, you are pretty sure it's speaking in the goblin tongue.

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Apr 12, 2024 11:08 pm

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She whispers back to the others, "Anyone speak Goblin?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 12, 2024 11:44 pm

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Jathus allows himself to reposition behind Winona. He shakes his head, "I do not, Win, but do I speak the language of action - if it is a foe, they will understand well enough."

OOC:

If nobody does speak the language, Jathus is ready to move forward with the group.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 12, 2024 11:45 pm

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Perf raises his hand in the bank and whispers, I can, let me listen a minute.

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Perf listens carefully, but the words are quiet. From what he can gather, they are complaining of their hunger and one says that they should demand that Glorkus let them go into town to "catch some dinner". The others quickly shush that one and continue to grumble quietly amongst themselves.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 13, 2024 5:40 am

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Jathus remains alert. "Well? What are they saying, Perf?" Once relayed to him, Jathus adds, "Now is, I think, the time to be sneaky, no?" He hunches down and moves ahead of the other, trying to avoid notice.

OOC:

Stealthing forward to get a better look, unless someone tries to stop him

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Jathus creeps forward to peer into the next chamber. Wooden timbers are spaced evenly throughout this six-foot-high room, supporting a network of beams above to give the cave-like chamber support. The walls and floor bear evidence of having been dug out of the clay and soil by clawed hands. Several large, flat boulders have been left in place protruding from the floor to serve as tables—tables strewn with gnawed bones. Additional stacks of soggy, stained lumber lie in alcoves to the northeast. The smell of earth mixed with decay lingers in the air.

Sitting around the boulder-tables, are six goblins with partially rotted flesh, sunken eyes, and clawed hands. Ghouls.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 15, 2024 11:53 pm

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Once Jathus reports back to the party Perf uses Tremor Signs cantrip to indicate he's ready and able to lay down a Mud Pit in the area as before when fighting zombies. This may be better for ranged divide and conquer.

OOC:

As your characters would know they can reply with Tremor Signs or simply thumbs up or down. I established this mode of communication in the CYOA creation steps. Just give assent or decline Perf kicking this thing off with an area of difficult terrain we can probably keep shoving them into and limit their actions.

[ +- ] Tremor Signs

[ +- ] Mud Pit

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 16, 2024 12:02 am

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Jathus steps back quietly, still trying to avoid notice. He holds up six fingers and mouths the word 'ghouls'. He gestures to Winona and whispers, "After you."

OOC:

Let's get this party started!

Apr 16, 2024 1:37 am

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Winona gives Perf the thumbs up and snugs her shield, ready to charge.

She activates her talisman to get a boost of speed.

[ +- ] Bracelet

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 16, 2024 1:47 am

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With Jathus deferring to Winona and Winona approving of Perf using the Mudpit plan he gets into position and casts it in such a way that the party can still move down the East sides of the cavern unimpeded while trying to catch as many of the 6 ghouls within the 15 foot burst as possible.

OOC:

It's on now!

Apr 16, 2024 2:05 am

Apr 16, 2024 2:05 am

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As soon as the mud flies, Winona rushes down and attacks the goblin to her leftmost in the chamber at the edge of the mud.

OOC:

Move / Raise Shield / Strike

Rolls

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (20) + 11 = 31

2d8+4 : (82) + 4 = 14

Apr 16, 2024 8:00 am

Apr 16, 2024 8:00 am

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Winona charges into the room, skewering the nearest goblin ghoul. It doesn't even have the change to call out before it's dead.

Catacombs Map

OOC:

Initiative time! They got a 21, so if you can beat that, you can act before they do

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 16, 2024 8:09 am

Apr 16, 2024 8:09 am

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Jathus sneaks in from behind, waiting for an opportunity to strike.

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Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Stealth (Dex) - (1d20+10)

(6) + 10 = 16

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Apr 16, 2024 8:14 am

Apr 16, 2024 8:14 am

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Winona os charging before Zan even has a chance to take in whats happening . She crouches, and then charges. As she does her form changes and its suddenly a bear crashing down among the goblins.

OOC:

Untamed form, then stride

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Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Perception - (1d20+11)

(11) + 11 = 22

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 16, 2024 10:29 am

Apr 16, 2024 10:29 am

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OOC:

Initiative

Emboldened by the frontline being in place Perf unleashes slashing gusts on the two ghouls he can see from his position; the bottom right still living two.

OOC:

Actions 1&2: Slashing gust vs two targets
Action 3: Glass Shield

[ +- ] Slashing Gust

[ +- ] Glass Shield

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Perception - (1d20+6)

(18) + 6 = 24

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Spell Attack Roll - (1d20+10, 3d4slashingdamage)

1d20+10 : (19) + 10 = 29

3d4slashingdamage : (433) = 10

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Spell Attack Roll - (1d20+10, 3d4slashingdamage)

1d20+10 : (17) + 10 = 27

3d4slashingdamage : (443) = 11

Apr 16, 2024 10:55 pm

Apr 16, 2024 10:55 pm

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Winona swallows her fear and steps around into the mud, driving her trident at the next goblin on the north side of the mud.

OOC:

Move/Raise Shield/Strike

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Rolls

Winona: Perception - (1d20+7)

(15) + 7 = 22

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (6) + 11 = 17

2d8+4 : (11) + 4 = 6

Apr 17, 2024 1:50 pm

Apr 17, 2024 1:50 pm

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Zani rushes forward to engage them, seamlessly transforming into a bear mid-stride.

Perf sends blades of wind slicing out, cutting two of the ghouls to shreds and dropping them to the stone floor.

Winona moves in a more measured way, stabbing out with her trident and scoring a minor hit against the north-most ghoul.

The ghouls fearlessly move to engage, tongues hanging from their mouths and dripping with saliva.

G4: The ghoul that Winona just struck lashes out, scoring a hit with one of its filthy claws. She can feel her body slowing as the ghouls insidious poison rushes through her bloodstream.
Strike, Strike, Strike
Winona: 24 vs AC. Damage: 2 slashing plus paralysis (DC 15 Fort)

G5: One of the others moves in to flank Winona, biting and clawing in a frenzy. Once again she takes a hit from the ghouls filthy claw.
Stride, Strike, Strike
Winona: 21 vs Off-Guard AC. Damage: 4 slashing plus paralysis (DC 15 Fort)

G6: The last remaining ghoul moves to the bear and launches into a wild assault. It manages to bite into the shoulder of the bear before it can react.
Stride, Strike, Strike
Zani: 22 vs AC. Damage: 5 piercing plus ghoul fever (DC 15 Fort) and paralysis (DC 15 Fort)

[ +- ] Ghoul Paralysis

[ +- ] Ghoul Fever

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Zani	-	-
A	Perf	-	-
A	Winona	-	-
B	Goblin Ghoul 1	DEAD	16	DEAD
B	Goblin Ghoul 2	DEAD	16	DEAD
B	Goblin Ghoul 3	DEAD	16	DEAD
B	Goblin Ghoul 4	14 / 20	16
B	Goblin Ghoul 5	20 / 20	16
B	Goblin Ghoul 6	20 / 20	16
C	Jathus	-	-

OOC:

You may all act now!

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 17, 2024 2:08 pm

Apr 17, 2024 2:08 pm

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Perf moves up a bit to see better around Zan-bear and uses slashing gust again to help disrupt the ghouls' upcoming flanking positions.

OOC:

Action 1: Stride 10 feet
Actions 2&3: Slashing gust ghouls number 4 and 6

[ +- ] Slashing Gust

Rolls

Slashing gust (ghoul 4) - (1d20+10, 3d4)

1d20+10 : (15) + 10 = 25

3d4 : (143) = 8

Slashing gust (ghoul 6) - (1d20+10, 3d4)

1d20+10 : (12) + 10 = 22

3d4 : (314) = 8

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Apr 17, 2024 3:29 pm

Apr 17, 2024 3:29 pm

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OOC:

Lets see if we are stuck in place first.

Zani lets out a roar as the ghoul sinks its teeth into her., before turning and lunging hoping to return the favour. Her large jaws are followed up by swips from her claws.

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Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Fortitude vs Paralysis - (1d20+10)

(10) + 10 = 20

Zanitina Dazziral: Fortitude vs Fever - (1d20+10)

(16) + 10 = 26

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Jaws - (1d20+12, 2d8+1)

1d20+12 : (3) + 12 = 15

2d8+1 : (63) + 1 = 10

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Claws - (1d20+12-4, d8+1)

1d20+12-4 : (17) + 8 = 25

d8+1 : (2) + 1 = 3

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Claws - (1d20+12-8, d8+1)

1d20+12-8 : (19) + 4 = 23

d8+1 : (1) + 1 = 2

Apr 17, 2024 5:26 pm

Apr 17, 2024 5:26 pm

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OOC:

Saving throws

Winona feels the paralysis take hold, though she struggles to break free.

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Rolls

Winona: Fortitude - (1d20+8)

(3) + 8 = 11

Winona: Fortitude - (1d20+8)

(15) + 8 = 23

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 18, 2024 12:00 am

Apr 18, 2024 12:00 am

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Jathus slinks forth from the shadows with a wicked grin on his face, spinning his kukri in his hand with practiced ease. "Ah, do not fear, Zani, for Jathus has your back!" He flips the kukri end over end and takes a quick swipe at the ghoul before him.

OOC:

Action 1: Stride
Action 2: One for All (Ally: Zanitina)
Action 3: Strike vs Ghoul 6

Prepared Reaction: (rolling in advance, below) Aid Zantina if she makes a skill or attack roll.

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (16) + 11 = 27

2d6 : (45) = 9

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) vs DC 15 - (1d20+12)

(4) + 12 = 16

Apr 23, 2024 8:12 am

Apr 23, 2024 8:12 am

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Perf's wind blades cut into two of the ghouls, but then stay on their feet, their hunger overwhelming them.

Zani's claws dig into ghoul 6, taking some large chunks out of it.

Winona feels her body stiffen up as the ghoul poison courses through her veins.

Jathus moves in, taking a swipe at ghoul 6 and cutting its head clean off, the keen blade of his kukri meeting very little resistance.

The two remaining ghouls, with the tide clearly turning against them, run away, calling out "Glorkus!

OOC:

Fight over for now

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 24, 2024 12:26 am

Apr 24, 2024 12:26 am

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Perf relays to be party that they sounded like they were calling for backup from someone named Glorkus. The mud pit is still active for about 8 more rounds.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 24, 2024 1:47 am

Apr 24, 2024 1:47 am

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"Well, that could have gone much worse. Are you all in one piece?" he asks his friends. "Who do you think this Glorkus might be?"

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Apr 24, 2024 6:00 pm

Apr 24, 2024 6:00 pm

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The bear that used to be a gnome lets out a grunt and shakes her head towards the fleeing goblins clearly wanting to chase while she still held this form.

As Jathus queries the shouted name everyone learns what it looks lie for a bear to shrug.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 24, 2024 7:01 pm

Apr 24, 2024 7:01 pm

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"Well, there is no time like the present. We should make quick work here, then follow, else they have the opportunity to overly prepare for our demise, no?"

Jathus frisks the bodies of the fallen goblins quickly, checking to see if they had anything to plunder and possibly some clue as to what they're about to step into.

Apr 24, 2024 11:08 pm

Apr 24, 2024 11:08 pm

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The goblin ghouls don't seem to have any possessions except for the rotted clothing that they are wearing. One of them fled northwest while the other fled southwest.

Jathus, during his search of the chamber, finds a well-hidden door in the southeastern corner, which opens to a tunnel leading eastward.

Catacombs Map

Apr 24, 2024 11:10 pm

Apr 24, 2024 11:10 pm

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"Can I move yet?" Winona asks. Who she is asking seems unclear. Perhaps it is Gozreh.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 25, 2024 1:31 am

Apr 25, 2024 1:31 am

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Jathus walks up to Winona. "I could tickle you, Win, and see if that gets you moving, yes?" He grins. "Are you hurt? The ghoul's poison should ware off soon, I think."

Apr 25, 2024 3:51 am

Apr 25, 2024 3:51 am

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She stretches through the pain, and then waves her limbs about. "Thank Gozreh it did not last long. I was helpless."

When she's sure she won't have an immediate relapse, she adjusts her shield and trident. "If no one is hurt bad, I'll lead the way."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 25, 2024 8:49 am

Apr 25, 2024 8:49 am

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"I found a passage there, to the south-east. Those creatures went an opposite direction - perhaps this other passage might lead us around to their back, where they are not expecting."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Apr 26, 2024 2:28 am

Apr 26, 2024 2:28 am

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Perf looks around and gestures for Winona to lead on. He takes on the Search exploration activity for traps or secret passages.

Apr 26, 2024 2:36 pm

Apr 26, 2024 2:36 pm

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She looks at Jathus, and accepts his ploy. "Let's surprise them, then. Next time, I'll try this magic I know and try and destroy them all at once. If nothing else it should feel nice to us."

She leads the way down the south-east passage.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 27, 2024 2:41 am

Apr 27, 2024 2:41 am

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Jathus follows just behind Winona.

Apr 27, 2024 7:13 am

Apr 27, 2024 7:13 am

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You move carefully through the tunnels to the southeast and it quickly becomes clear that this path isn't likely going to lead around behind the goblin ghouls you fought before or this Glorkus character. You can smell the scent of death surrounding you and it's only getting stronger. After a few minutes of walking, you hear footsteps approaching.

???

Suddenly from around the next turn in the tunnel, a ghoul steps out and holds out his hands in a diplomatic gesture, "Please, stay back," he says in a hissing rasp, "I know my scent can be a bit... overwhelming to the unprepared. Why have you come to our warrens?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 27, 2024 1:50 pm

Apr 27, 2024 1:50 pm

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"Well, it happens that we were looking for someone who happens to be quite dead. I believe, considering the hole beneath her burial place led here, the remains may have been taken. We mean to get them back - though, I must admit some curiosity at your desire to speak to us, rather than attack. Who are you?"

Apr 29, 2024 6:26 am

Apr 29, 2024 6:26 am

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Wolgur Wrabs

The ghoul bows, "I am Wolgur Wrabs," he says, "Leader of the ghouls in these warrens. We've lived here for years in peace and have no desire to start a war with the town above. Who are you looking for and where in the graveyard were they buried?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 29, 2024 9:16 am

Apr 29, 2024 9:16 am

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Jathus regards Wolgur with caution, but describes where they entered from. "The name was Nualia Tobyn, in life."

Apr 29, 2024 6:30 pm

Apr 29, 2024 6:30 pm

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Winona points backwards at the tunnel they came in through. "We followed the tunnel that exited at her grave. We have already destroyed some ghouls on the way here." Is she spoiling for a fight? Perhaps.

Apr 30, 2024 12:29 am

Apr 30, 2024 12:29 am

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Wolgur Wrabs

Wolgur strokes his chin, "I do not know the name, but that part of the warren belongs to the goblins," he says, "They are less restrained than we are. I can assure you her bones are not over here, though."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Apr 30, 2024 3:33 am

Apr 30, 2024 3:33 am

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"So the goblins we ran into, they are not a part of your group? We heard them mention a name - Glorkus? If we seek out these remains, and further violence is necessary, will that be a problem for you? Do you think they can be reasoned with?"

May 3, 2024 2:51 am

May 3, 2024 2:51 am

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Wolgur Wrabs

Wolgur shakes his head, "No, they are not with us," he says, "Unfortunately, I have never heard of this 'Glorkus' character, so I can't help you there. If they have something of yours and won't give it back, then do what you must. We will not interfere."

"I don't know that you will be able to reasons with them. Goblins are unreasonable at the best of times. You can try, but I don't recommend getting your hopes up."

He hesitates, "Please, do not tell those on the surface of our presence. We do not harm the living and only feast upon corpses. We like our home and would rather not be forced to leave to a less hospitable area."

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 3, 2024 7:51 am

May 3, 2024 7:51 am

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Jathus bows his head respectfully. "Your actions speak well of you. I, for one, will keep your secret here." He looks to his companions for agreement.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 3, 2024 11:13 am

May 3, 2024 11:13 am

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Perf shrugs and looks at Winona. This play well ultimately be up to her.

May 3, 2024 1:41 pm

May 3, 2024 1:41 pm

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She grinds her teeth. "Your words give me pause to consider. But I'm left with the thought that if a child or unarmed digger found their way into these tunnels, what would you do then, to keep your secret? You're asking us to trust that you would never harm the living, even if they fell into your larder. I suggest that you leave this area. It won't be long before I return here and return the dead to the dead."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 4, 2024 9:31 pm

May 4, 2024 9:31 pm

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Jathus hums from behind Winona, her words a threat to this ghoul. He still holds his weapon, but his grip becomes more sure as he watches for any sign of attack that may come. "You heard my friend," he says, "I would have suggested playing coy, but she is being kind to offer fair terms."

May 6, 2024 1:53 am

May 6, 2024 1:53 am

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Wolgur Wrabs

Wolgur sighs and snaps his fingers. A secret door opens several feet behind you and six ghouls emerge from it, cutting of your escape, while several more come from behind Wolgur, leaving you outnumbers thirteen to four.

"This is a disappointing outcome. You do realize how easily we could kill you right now?" he asks, but does not seem inclined to order an attack at this very moment.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 6, 2024 2:18 am

May 6, 2024 2:18 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf stifles a laugh that he couldn't quite catch at the look on Winona's face. Sometimes that's just how it Goz, reh? In Necril Perf will apologize for his comrades decorum in their domain. Then back to the common tongue, Come on Winona, there are feral undead goblins to put down. Let's return the way we've come for both parties here to be better off for it. So saying he puts a hand on her shoulder and nudges her slightly to follow him through the line of ghouls that appeared knowing that this is a show of force rather than a gauntlet to overcome.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 6, 2024 6:54 am

May 6, 2024 6:54 am

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Jathus sighs, "Of course, killing us would only worsen the situation, dear Wolgur. It is known that we have come down here, and were we not to return you would surely have less kind visitors from above rather soon. Yet, my companion speaks from her passions. This warrants a more, uh, delicate conversation on the matter. Perhaps some certain agreements in regards to my friend's concerns in exchange for our silence on the matter?"

May 6, 2024 7:08 am

May 6, 2024 7:08 am

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Wolgur Wrabs

Wolgur smiles, showing a large number of sharp teeth and an unnaturally long tongue, "We have no intention of killing you," he says with a laugh, "Nor do we have any intention of staying around now that your companions intolerance is known to us."

He lets that sink in before continuing, "We merely ask for two days to pack our things and go," he says, then looks at Winona, "I want you to remember our mercy here. We could have killed you here. You have invaded our territory and threatened us, so we would be within our rights as far as I am concerned. Tell me... which of us is really the monster here?"

With that, he waves his hand and the ghouls disperse, disappearing into the secret tunnel and around the corner. He gives you one more look before he too disappears from sight.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 6, 2024 8:00 am

May 6, 2024 8:00 am

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"Hmm," Jathus purrs, "That could have gone worse. Perhaps we turn back and seek out these goblins, yes?"

May 6, 2024 4:28 pm

May 6, 2024 4:28 pm

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"Excellent. They did seem entirely peaceful. It was a lie of course. Even the most well behaved of them is a dire threat."

Winona feels squeamish, the sudden proximity to violence and steep odds, but it has worked out well.

"Yes, the goblins will not be as reasonable. Let us drive them away and recover the woman."

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May 7, 2024 5:36 pm

May 7, 2024 5:36 pm

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With death at the ghouls' hands being avoided for now, you make your way back along the south wall to see where the two ghouls that escaped went. Jathus goes ahead slightly to see what he can spot around the corner.

A large flat-topped boulder protrudes from the floor in the southwest corner of this roughly circular room, its sides smeared with symbols drawn in blood, and its top supporting a large bundle wrapped in a filthy shroud. Three exits lead from the chamber, but unlike those to the northeast and south, the one to the northwest has been barricaded mostly shut with timbers and slabs of driftwood.

In the center of the room you can see the two ghouls that escaped whispering to one in similar clothing, but with a wand in his hand and bones sewn into the fabric. This is likely Glorkus.

Catacombs Map

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

May 7, 2024 6:01 pm

May 7, 2024 6:01 pm

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By now the magic holding Zan in bear form has faded, as she sticks near the others. As they swap the goblin ghouls she glances around. Where they going to try and talk again, or just attack? The others were better at words than she was.. or at least staying on topic.

May 7, 2024 11:57 pm

May 7, 2024 11:57 pm

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She whispers to the others, "I can charge and hit them with Gozreh's divine light. Then you run in behind me and save my reckless ass. Sounds good? "

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 7, 2024 11:59 pm

May 7, 2024 11:59 pm

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Perf takes a look and notices that they don't appear to notice us yet. Perf suggests that Glorkus is probably the caster variant that he can open the salvo on by casting Laughing Fit on Glorkus. Perf listens to the goblin-ghouls for a other tidbits of information before doing anything and then after casting will bow like a butler to Winona to sally forth upon this great evil.

[ +- ] Laughing Fit

OOC:

DC 20

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 8, 2024 8:51 am

May 8, 2024 8:51 am

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"Good plans, Per and Win - Jathus will follow your lead, but will go around the back to get some advantage. Give me a moment and I'll await your signal." He slinks back the way they came, up around to the north-east entrance to the room the enemies are in.

OOC:

Switching to Avoid Notice as he slinks north, and will open with a stealth roll for init

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May 8, 2024 4:46 pm

May 8, 2024 4:46 pm

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When they're ready, Winona will sneak up to the corner and get ready, then charge in.

May 8, 2024 10:49 pm

May 8, 2024 10:49 pm

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Winona and Jathus get into position and prepare to launch the first strike.

OOC:

Anyone trying to be sneaky needs to roll stealth for initiative. Everyone else rolls Perception as normal.

Stealth for initiative is sort of funny in the way that it works. Basically your roll gets compared to both their roll AND their perception DC.

• If you beat both, they have no clue anything is going on and you can act first
• If you beat only their perception DC but lose against their check, then they know something is around and get to act before you with that knowledge
• If you only beat their roll, but not their perception DC, you get to act, but they know where you are
• If you beat neither, they can act first with the knowledge of where you are

Catacombs Map

Rolls

Gob Ghoul Init - (1d20+7)

(11) + 7 = 18

Glorkus Init - (1d20+12)

(17) + 12 = 29

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 8, 2024 10:58 pm

May 8, 2024 10:58 pm

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OOC:

Stealth mode for initiative

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Stealth (Dex) - (1d20+7)

(12) + 7 = 19

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 8, 2024 11:27 pm

May 8, 2024 11:27 pm

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Jathus positions himself to be ready to spring his attack!

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Stealth (Dex) - (1d20+10)

(9) + 10 = 19

May 9, 2024 2:37 am

May 9, 2024 2:37 am

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Winona checks her Holy symbol is at hand in her shield hand and gets ready to charge

Rolls

Winona: Perception for Initiative - (1d20+8)

(13) + 8 = 21

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

May 9, 2024 5:17 pm

May 9, 2024 5:17 pm

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Zan hangs back with Winona and watches for the chance to rush in.

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Perception - (1d20+11)

(11) + 11 = 22

May 12, 2024 9:51 pm

May 12, 2024 9:51 pm

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The muttering suddenly quiets as one of the ghouls shushes the others. There is silence around the corner aside from the soft sounds of shuffling feet.

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	59 / 59	21
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	16 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	16 / 16	17

OOC:

You can all act! The first person who rounds the corner will be subject to the Fear spell per the enemy's readied action

[ +- ] Fear - DC 21 Will Save

Catacombs Map

May 12, 2024 10:04 pm

May 12, 2024 10:04 pm

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Winona charges in, her holy symbol brandished ready to unleash Gozreh's might.

[ +- ] Frightened 1

With moving she realizes that can't get quite into position in time to fully channel the energy, and so casts a spell instead.

OOC:

1 Move
2 Raise Shield
3 Cast Heal (one action) on a Ghoul

[ +- ] 1 (font) Heal

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Rolls

Winona: Will - (1d20+10)

(19) + 10 = 29

Heal positive energy - (1d8)

(2) = 2

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 12, 2024 10:43 pm

May 12, 2024 10:43 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf strides in to get within range to cast Laughing Fit on Glorkus as discussed.

OOC:

Action1 stride
Action 2-3 cast spell with DC 20 will save

[ +- ] Laughing Fit

May 13, 2024 1:50 pm

May 13, 2024 1:50 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Winona's hands glow with life energy, which she channels into the first ghoul she encounters. It barely seems to have an effect on it, though.

OOC:

24 will save

Magical energy reaches into the lead ghoul's mind and he bursts out into cackling laughter, which makes it very hard for him to fight effectively.

OOC:

18 will save

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	59 / 59	21	Laughing Fit
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	16 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	15 / 16	17

Notes
Laughing Fit: Slowed 1, no reactions

Catacombs Map

OOC:

Jathus and Zani can still act!

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

May 13, 2024 4:44 pm

May 13, 2024 4:44 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Zan runs forwards, and then yet again there is suddenly a bear rushing past Perf to growl at one of the ghouls.

Last edited May 13, 2024 5:11 pm

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 21, 2024 10:23 pm

May 21, 2024 10:23 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Jathus slinks around the corner and moves to engage the nearest ghoul! "Jathus wonders, how it is such a short thing came to lead these creatures," he calls to Glorkus, "can you even eat corpses with those tiny teeth, hmm?" He swings his kukri at the ghoul before him.

OOC:

Action 1: Stride
Action 2: Bon Mot vs Glorkus
Action 3: Strike vs Ghoul (Confident Finisher if he has panache from Bon Mot for +2d6 damage; if the strike misses, it still does 4 damage)

Last edited May 21, 2024 10:23 pm

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (3) + 11 = 14

2d6 : (25) = 7

Confident Finisher Damage (if applicable) - (2d6)

(62) = 8

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+12)

(16) + 12 = 28

May 26, 2024 11:45 pm

May 26, 2024 11:45 pm

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Zani rushes in as a bear to begin fighting their foes.

Jathus rushes in, his kukri missing by mere inches! The ghoul has to throw its midsection out of the way very awkwardly to avoid the blow.

The ghouls are eager for the fight, biting, clawing, and screaming wildly in their attempt to get some tasty flesh. Zani's thick fur prevents the ghoul claws from finding a hold, but Jathus isn't so lucky, catching a claw in the gut.
Jathus: Crit vs AC. Damage: 12 slashing

Glorkus, through intense laughter, manages to cast a spell. A loud burst of noise washes over Winona and Jathus.
Jathus and Winona: Fort save vs Noise Blast - 9 damage (see saves below)

[ +- ] Noise Blast

[ +- ] Stench

OOC:

Jathus and Winona need to make a DC 21 Fort save vs Noise Blast

Anyone entering the stench aura or starting their turn there has to make a Fort save (DC 14)

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	59 / 59	21	Laughing Fit, Bon Mot
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	16 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	11 / 16	17

OOC:

You can all act now

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

May 26, 2024 11:58 pm

May 26, 2024 11:58 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

OOC:

Fort save for Stench

With Glorkus under his spell Perf moves toward eliminating a spell caster's best defense; their melee allies.

OOC:

Action 1&2 Slashing Gust on Ghoul 1&2
Action 3 sustain Laughing Fit in Glorkus

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Fortitude - (1d20+8)

(3) + 8 = 11

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Spell Attack Roll - (1d20+10-1(sickened), 3d4)

1d20+10-1(sickened) : (6) + 9 = 15

3d4 : (124) = 7

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Spell Attack Roll - (1d20+10-1(sickened), 3d4)

1d20+10-1(sickened) : (4) + 9 = 13

3d4 : (334) = 10

May 27, 2024 4:43 pm

May 27, 2024 4:43 pm

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OOC:

Fort save first

Rolls

Winona: Fortitude DC 14 - (1d20+9)

(9) + 9 = 18

Winona: Fortitude DC 21 - (1d20+9)

(12) + 9 = 21

May 27, 2024 4:48 pm

May 27, 2024 4:48 pm

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Winona channels a blast of positive energy. "Gozreh destroy these fiends and restore the balance!"

OOC:

Three action cast of Heal for a 30' burst of positive energy.

[ +- ] 1 (font) Heal

Rolls

positive energy damage - (1d8)

(5) = 5

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

May 27, 2024 4:51 pm

May 27, 2024 4:51 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

See Glorkus cast a spell Zani skirts around the other ghoul bearing down on him and she tries to bite and then swipe at him.

OOC:

Lets hero point that

Last edited May 27, 2024 4:52 pm

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Bite - (1d20+12, 2d8+1)

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

2d8+1 : (48) + 1 = 13

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Claw - (1d20+8, 1d+1)

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

1d+1 : () + 2 = 2

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack - (1d20+12, 2d8+1)

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

2d8+1 : (67) + 1 = 14

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 27, 2024 5:38 pm

May 27, 2024 5:38 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Jathus tries to ward off the blast of sound and the stench overpowering his senses.

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Fortitude vs DC 21 - (1d20+10)

(6) + 10 = 16

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Fortitude vs DC 14 - (1d20+10)

(4) + 10 = 14

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

May 27, 2024 5:47 pm

May 27, 2024 5:47 pm

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"Do not worry, Win! We still have the upper hand, and Jathus is here!" He tucks his body and tries to roll through the nearby ghoul, bringing his Kukri up to strike at it once again from a better position!

OOC:

Action 1: One for All w/ Winona
Action 2: Tumble Through (Using 1 HP to re-roll)(He gains Panache if successful)
Action 3: Strike (w/ Flanking & Confident Finisher)

I think that kills the ghoul! If so, he keeps his Panache from Finishing Follow-Through.

Last edited May 27, 2024 5:57 pm

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Acrobatics (Dex) - (1d20+13)

(3) + 13 = 16

HP Re-roll Acrobatics for Tumble Through - (1d20+13)

(8) + 13 = 21

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (18) + 11 = 29

2d6 : (45) = 9

Precision Damage - (2d6)

(61) = 7

Winona Aid Another - Diplomacy - One for All (For next round) - (1d20+12)

(7) + 12 = 19

Jun 4, 2024 6:36 pm

Jun 4, 2024 6:36 pm

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Perf, pushing through his disgust at the smell, casts his spell. Blades of air blast from his outstretched hand, each missing their target by inches.

Winona emits a blast of healing energy, revitalizing her comrades and burning the flesh of the ghouls.
2 to Glorkus, 5 to G1, 10 to G2

Zani's bear form moves around the edge of the room, swiping and biting at one of the ghouls. The little creature manages to throw itself out of the way just a moment before the large bear's jaws close around it.

Jathus agilely tumbles past the ghoul before him, coming to his feet with a flourish. His kukri slashes through the ghouls spine, dropping it to the ground.

The remaining ghouls seem unperturbed by the loss of their comrade, their bloodlust overtaking them.

G1 scrambles atop the table to get a more advantageous position against Zani, attempting to bite and claw her as best it can through the thick bear fur. It can't get a good angle on her and fails to deal any real damage.

Glorkus, with Zani vulnerable, drops the spellcasting pretenses and attempt to take a chunk out of her. Both tooth and claw find a hold in the druid, eliciting a roar of pain.
Zani: 22 vs AC. Damage: 8 piercing
Crit vs AC. Damage: 6 slashing

[ +- ] Stench

OOC:

If you've already succeeded on a save vs Stench, you don't need to make another. If you failed, then you don't need to bother rolling

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	57 / 59	21	Laughing Fit, Bon Mot
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	11 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	DEAD		DEAD

Notes
Laughing Fit: Slowed 1, no reactions
Bon Mot: -2 Will Saves and Perception

Catacombs Map

OOC:

Your turn!

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Jun 4, 2024 8:38 pm

Jun 4, 2024 8:38 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Zani lets out a roar and lashes out at Glorkus, eager to repay the goblin for the harm it has dealt to her. Then for a brief moment common sense takes over and she shifts out of her vulnerable position.

OOC:

Bite, Claw, Step

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Fortitude - (1d20+10)

(2) + 10 = 12

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack Bite - (1d20+12, 2d8+1)

1d20+12 : (5) + 12 = 17

2d8+1 : (58) + 1 = 14

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack - (1d20+12-4, d8+1)

1d20+12-4 : (15) + 8 = 23

d8+1 : (1) + 1 = 2

Jun 5, 2024 3:28 am

Jun 5, 2024 3:28 am

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Winona faces the evil leader, and squares herself. Shield raised, she strikes at him twice, wanting to pound him into submission.

OOC:

Raise Shield, Strike, Strike

Rolls

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (15) + 11 = 26

2d8+4 : (13) + 4 = 8

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+6, 2d8+4)

1d20+6 : (14) + 6 = 20

2d8+4 : (78) + 4 = 19

Jun 5, 2024 6:44 am

Jun 5, 2024 6:44 am

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Zani manages to catch Glorkus with a single claw attack before shifting away from her terribly vulnerable position.

Winona, holding defensively, stabs out once and then again with her trident. The first attack lands, drawing an annoyed and high-pitched grunt, but Glorkus manages to barely avoid the second.

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	47 / 59	21	Laughing Fit, Bon Mot
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	11 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	DEAD		DEAD

Notes
Laughing Fit: Slowed 1, no reactions
Bon Mot: -2 Will Saves and Perception

OOC:

Jathus and Perf can still act!

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jun 5, 2024 9:27 am

Jun 5, 2024 9:27 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"One down!" Jathus elates, then strides over to Glorkus. He takes a defensive stance, then cuts into the goblin-ghoul with his kukri.

OOC:

Holding Panache still from 'Finishing Follow Through'
Action 1: Stride
Action 2: Dueling Parry (for +2 AC until my next round)
Action 3: Confident Finisher

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (9) + 11 = 20

2d6 : (14) = 5

Precise Strike Damage (2d6 - half still hits on a miss) - (2d6)

(21) = 3

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jun 18, 2024 11:12 pm

Jun 18, 2024 11:12 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf moves up to the new back line and begins to retch to remove his sickened condition before sustaining his spell.

OOC:

1 stride, 2 retch (Fort save dc14), 3 sustain

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Fortitude - (1d20+8)

(17) + 8 = 25

Jun 20, 2024 9:31 pm

Jun 20, 2024 9:31 pm

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Jathus' blade barely grazes Glorkus, leaving only a small cut behind.

Perf retches in order to feel better and stands taller as he maintains his spell.

The remaining normal ghoul moves to flank Jathus, biting and clawing as he moves into position. Jathus keeps his wits about him and deftly dodges the attacks.

Glorkus, still laughing hysterically, manages to land two solid hits on Jathus as he works in concert with the other ghoul.
Jathus: 20 vs Off-Guard AC. Damage: 3 piercing
Jathus: 24 vs Off-Guard AC. Damage: 5 slashing

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Glorkus	46 / 59	21	Laughing Fit, Bon Mot
B	Zani	-	-
B	Perf	-	-
B	Winona	-	-
B	Jathus	-	-
C	Gob Ghoul 1	11 / 16	17
C	Gob Ghoul 2	DEAD		DEAD

Notes
Laughing Fit: Slowed 1, no reactions
Bon Mot: -2 Will Saves and Perception

Catacombs Map

OOC:

You can all act now!

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jun 20, 2024 10:27 pm

Jun 20, 2024 10:27 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

OOC:

Actions 1&2 Slashing Gust
Action 3 sustain laughing fit

Rolls

Slashing Gust vs Glorkus - (1d20+10, 3d4)

1d20+10 : (15) + 10 = 25

3d4 : (414) = 9

Slashing Gust vs Gob Ghoul - (1d20+10, 3d4)

1d20+10 : (6) + 10 = 16

3d4 : (322) = 7

Jun 21, 2024 12:52 am

Jun 21, 2024 12:52 am

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Winona continues to slash at the Glorkus, but her main attack she wishes she could aim for the Ghoul to end it's concerted aiding of its master.

OOC:

Raise Shield, Strike, Strike

Edit: should have checked the map first. can't actually reach the other Ghoul, so both attacks on Glorkus. second attack should be at -5, but probably missed anyway

Last edited June 21, 2024 12:54 am

Rolls

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (12) + 11 = 23

2d8+4 : (61) + 4 = 11

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (3) + 11 = 14

2d8+4 : (21) + 4 = 7

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jun 21, 2024 4:32 am

Jun 21, 2024 4:32 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Jathus takes the blow from Glorkus as well as he's able, then flips around and attempts to slide past the ghoul that was behind him. As he returns to his feet, he brings his weapon around and strikes at the creature!

"Don't worry Win, I've got this one while you take down shorty over there!"

OOC:

Action 1: Tumble Through (Acrobatics vs Ghoul Reflex DC) - If successful, he has panache
Action 2: Confident Finisher (if he has panache) - otherwise, Strike!
Action 3: One for All! (Diplomacy to Prepare Aid for Winona - If it beats DC 24, he gains panache!)

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Acrobatics (Dex) - (1d20+13)

(17) + 13 = 30

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (15) + 11 = 26

2d6 : (64) = 10

Precise Strike Damage - (2d6)

(53) = 8

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) (to prep Aid for Win) - (1d20+12)

(18) + 12 = 30

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Jun 21, 2024 5:27 pm

Jun 21, 2024 5:27 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Zani just becomes a whirl of fur and fang as she tries to tear into Glorkus

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack - (1d20+12, 2d8+1)

1d20+12 : (13) + 12 = 25

2d8+1 : (76) + 1 = 14

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack - (1d20+12-4, d8+1)

1d20+12-4 : (6) + 8 = 14

d8+1 : (7) + 1 = 8

Zanitina Dazziral: Untamed Form Attack - (1d20+12-8, d8+1)

1d20+12-8 : (13) + 4 = 17

d8+1 : (4) + 1 = 5

Jun 23, 2024 3:25 am

Jun 23, 2024 3:25 am

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Perf sends out blades of pure air at his foes. Glorkus takes one across the chest, causing pus to spurt across the floor. The scent is awful, but you've all grown used to it by now.

Winona's trident catches the ghoulish priest in the gut, a brutal follow-up to Perf's spell.

Jathus nimbly rolls past the gob-ghoul, coming to his feet and slashing it across the back of the neck as he regains his feet. The attack is swift and it takes a moment for the ghouls head to fall away from its body.

Winona launches a flurry of attacks, bear teeth and claws coming from all angles, overpowering the small creature with ease.

OOC:

We'll call the fight here. Glorkus only has 12 HP anyway. Whoever gets to it first can decide how this ends!

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jun 23, 2024 11:46 am

Jun 23, 2024 11:46 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf finishes Glorkus off by using Needle Darts cantrip causing splinters of his Gauntlet of Power to fly out and impale Glorkus' brain and lungs. Seeing the deed done Perf drops his sustained spell uses that action to congratulate the efforts of the party that got us here.

Jun 23, 2024 4:56 pm

Jun 23, 2024 4:56 pm

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Winona shakes off the gore from her trident and pokes Glorkus a couple times to ensure he's not getting back up.

"I fear for the woman's body, given these depraved abominations. Let us hurry and search for her, or another way deeper."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jun 24, 2024 9:44 am

Jun 24, 2024 9:44 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Jathus wipes the gore from his blade and looks it over with a smirk, "Well done, my friends. They hardly left a mark on us!" He nods, "Onward and farther, then!"

OOC:

For all his optimism and bravado, Jathus is 30/56hp - anyone able to stitch him up a little?

Last edited June 24, 2024 10:04 am

Jun 24, 2024 5:38 pm

Jun 24, 2024 5:38 pm

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OOC:

Winona has two Healing fonts left. Each could do 1d8+8 as a two action cast.

Winona invokes Gozreh to close some of Jathus' wounds.

Rolls

Winona - (1d8+8)

(1) + 8 = 9

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jun 25, 2024 2:43 am

Jun 25, 2024 2:43 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Jathus bows his head, "Thank you Win, you saw wounds even I could not! But I must admit to feeling much better for it! Now let's find that body if we can."

Jul 2, 2024 10:06 pm

Jul 2, 2024 10:06 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

You don't have to go far to find Nualia's remains now that you are no longer distracted by the ghouls. The wrapped bundle sitting atop the impromptu altar contains Nualia’s disarticulated skeleton, readily identifiable by its left arm: the bones are black and the hand appears as a large talon.

OOC:

You also find a Wand of Fear on Glorkus' body

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 2, 2024 11:38 pm

Jul 2, 2024 11:38 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"Well, looks like we accomplished our goal. Winona, I dare say you may be the best to offer these remains their due courtesy as we ascend."
Perf picks up the wand Glorkus had. "Anyone mind if I take this?"

Jul 3, 2024 2:01 am

Jul 3, 2024 2:01 am

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"I can not lay her spirit to rest without rest myself, but I'll carry her out of here." With a way eye at the surrounding cave walks as if expecting undead to pour forth, she focuses on the body.

"Your soul escaped beyond the stars, your life has begun anew, your former body is cared for in memory of all those you touched in that life."

She carefully wraps up the remains in the bundle and tucks it against her side under her shield arm.

Jul 9, 2024 12:21 am

Jul 9, 2024 12:21 am

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Abstalar Zantus

There is certainly more down here to see, but with your main objective recovered, you head back to the surface with Nualia's remains. You are quickly escorted into Father Zantus' chambers. He stands when you enter and clears a spot on a nearby table for you to place the body, "Thank Desna you've returned," he says quietly, clearly having been worried, "What did you find down there?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 9, 2024 6:11 am

Jul 9, 2024 6:11 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"Ghouls," Jathus says as he swaggers forward, helping to carry Nualia's remains, "dead ones, and deader ones."

Jul 9, 2024 1:25 pm

Jul 9, 2024 1:25 pm

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"Two sets, including intelligent ghouls, Father Zantus. They claimed to be peaceful and threatened that disturbing them would lead to war. But there were more aggressive ones, including a goblin named Glorkus and the goblin ghouls that obeyed him."

Jul 10, 2024 4:22 am

Jul 10, 2024 4:22 am

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Abstalar Zantus

Zantus nods, "As expected then," he says with a sigh, "At least for the most part. You said there were two groups down there and one was... peaceful?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 10, 2024 4:45 am

Jul 10, 2024 4:45 am

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"Mmm, peaceful in the sense they could have ruthlessly slaughtered us but chose not to, yes. I suppose it is about as good of proof as one can get for such a claim. They did clearly differentiate themselves from the goblin-ghoul and his allies. Wolgur, I believe he called himself - this leader of peaceful ghouls beneath our feet."

Jul 10, 2024 1:39 pm

Jul 10, 2024 1:39 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"Wolgur asked us to keep their presence a secret and when I refused to tolerate them, he asked for two days to pack their things and leave to find a loathsome feast somewhere else."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 10, 2024 2:15 pm

Jul 10, 2024 2:15 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

That was good thinking on Winona's part as I do not think our odds favored us in a fight between our parties. That Wolgur judged you true to be a woman of her word.

Jul 11, 2024 12:28 am

Jul 11, 2024 12:28 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Abstalar Zantus

"That's odd," Zantus says, sounding troubled, "Perhaps they came from Geb? I know there are undead there that are apparently civilized. How should we deal with these peaceful ghouls? I don't feel comfortable having them under our town..."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 11, 2024 12:32 am

Jul 11, 2024 12:32 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

It seems to me this problem resolves itself soon enough. Three days from now send a larger force down to make sure they are ghouls of their word and left.

Jul 11, 2024 5:32 pm

Jul 11, 2024 5:32 pm

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"Peaceful perhaps but for how long? As I asked Wulgar, what happens if a worker or a child entered their tunnels? Would they let them go free? Or would they do anything to keep their secret? I'm not in favor of leaving any undead nearby, that's sacrificing the future for misplaced mercy. It's cowardly and serves evil."

She blushes after the long monologue, and apologizes with her eyes to her mentor, Zantus.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 12, 2024 5:12 am

Jul 12, 2024 5:12 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"Win has it right, but I think so does Sir Perf - they cannot be allowed to remain, 'tis too dangerous, but Jathus has a feeling they will no longer be there in a few days. Let them leave, and make sure the caverns are clear of any danger thereafter. Letting them leave in peace is the least we could do, for them allowing us safe passage, I am thinking."

Jul 13, 2024 1:24 am

Jul 13, 2024 1:24 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Abstalar Zantus

Zantus nods, "That sounds reasonable. We can send some of the town guard down in a few days to ensure that they have vacated," he agrees easily, then shrugs off Winona's apologetic look with a grandfatherly smile.

"I hate to ask for more, but it sounds like there's more to see down there?" he asks, then hesitates before continuing, "Would you mind going back down to see what else is there?"

Jul 13, 2024 4:40 pm

Jul 13, 2024 4:40 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Winona is happy to do so, after a proper rest, and says so. "I can be ready tomorrow. I'd like to consult with Gozreh on what he wants me to do and what strength he can lend us."

OOC:

ie replenish spell slots

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 13, 2024 9:40 pm

Jul 13, 2024 9:40 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"And I'd like a few drinks," Jathus adds with a wry smile, "Courage, Jathus does not need, but drink and rest are never to be shunned."

Jul 14, 2024 3:51 am

Jul 14, 2024 3:51 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Abstalar Zantus

Father Zantus looks slightly abashed, "Of course you should rest! I didn't mean to imply that you return immediately," he says, patting the air apologetically, "I will have the sheriff place guards around the gravesite so that nothing comes crawling out while the town sleeps."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 16, 2024 8:39 am

Jul 16, 2024 8:39 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"Good plan, Father," Jathus says with a stretch. "Who's in for a drink before we settle in for the night?"

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 16, 2024 10:51 am

Jul 16, 2024 10:51 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf takes Jathus up to his offer.

While they are out and Perf is tipsy for the first time in his life he asks Jathus a question that's been bothering him since they returned to the surface. If towns are so concerned with ghouls in their graveyards then why don't they just cremate their dead? I don't think ghouls can survive on pyre ashes.

Jul 17, 2024 12:44 am

Jul 17, 2024 12:44 am

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Winona can't speak for all religious beliefs but says, "The Gods require us to treat the dead according to their customs . We honor them by obeisance. Here in Sandpoint ours is the custom to bury. In other places they are burned or left for the animals, or consigned to the depths of the sea."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 17, 2024 12:32 pm

Jul 17, 2024 12:32 pm

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Jathus tips back his drink, earnestly considering Sir's question as Win chimes in. "Couldn't have said it better myself," he says, swirling the contents of his cup. "It is just how it is done, no? Go tryin' to change such a thing, people would get upset. I'm sure if the ghoul problem was serious enough, an appeal could be made." He shrugs. "I suppose you are right, though - probably far fewer ghouls in places that burn their dead." Jathus cocks his head and looks off into the distance for a moment, considering the thought, then takes another drink.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 17, 2024 5:50 pm

Jul 17, 2024 5:50 pm

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Perf considers this and states the following before deciding to excuse himself for the night. It seems to me then that if that's the cultural norm for good reason the ghouls aren't doing anything wrong. The bodies buried will be eaten by bugs and other such pests given enough time. The problem then with ghouls is that they don't wait for their meal to be forgotten by us. I see them as part of our cycle on this plane.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 17, 2024 10:30 pm

Jul 17, 2024 10:30 pm

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"Hmm, I am thinking the concern more so lies in the fact they sometimes do not wait for their meals to be dead before making them so," Jathus says, "Though, these ones we encountered below seemed far more amiable than those in the tales I heard as a child. Perhaps the stories are not all correct."

Jul 23, 2024 11:48 pm

Jul 23, 2024 11:48 pm

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The night passes by with good drinks and good company. You wake the following morning ready to go check out the rest of the caves below Sandpoint.

The tunnels are the same as they were when you left them the day before. You have two possibilities: northwest or else the barricaded area in the northwest corner of A3.

[ +- ] Description of A3 - bold/underlined for emphasis

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 24, 2024 6:07 am

Jul 24, 2024 6:07 am

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Jathus makes his way toward the barricaded passage. "I, for one, am curious what lies behind here," he says as he begins to pull away the blockade.

Jul 30, 2024 12:18 am

Jul 30, 2024 12:18 am

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You begin tearing down the barricade, revealing a chamber beyond. The walls of this cave and its timber supports bear scorch marks, while the charred bodies of three goblins lie sprawled on the floor. To the west, a partially dug out alcove has revealed a flagstone wall with a narrow crack that opens into another chamber, within which a faint fiery radiance flickers.

???

Before you can tear it down too much, a burned goblin face peers through the timbers at you, "Stop! Stop! You’ll angry up the fire monster!" he whispers to you. This is clearly one of the goblin ghouls, but he looks more terrified than threatening at this point.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jul 30, 2024 8:32 am

Jul 30, 2024 8:32 am

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"Fire monster? We are not afraid of such things," Jathus says with a smirk. "Perhaps you'd like to be rid of this place? Your brethren are destroyed, the other ghouls have fled. I recommend you do the same, and find a home away from Sandpoint, if you value what life you have." Jathus steps to the side and gestures with his Kukri.

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Jul 30, 2024 1:36 pm

Jul 30, 2024 1:36 pm

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Firemosnter? What sort? Shirt, tall, smoking?' [/b] Zan peers from behind Jathus. 'Also, what he said.'

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jul 30, 2024 1:50 pm

Jul 30, 2024 1:50 pm

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Perf perks up, Oh, that sounds interesting. I'm curious if it is natural or arcane in nature. Can you lead us there to take a look?

Jul 31, 2024 1:01 am

Jul 31, 2024 1:01 am

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Winona's trident glints in the subterranean light. "Tell us about the fire monster. We can help." She's not lying but she also isn't ready to let this wounded ghoul go.

Jul 31, 2024 6:35 pm

Jul 31, 2024 6:35 pm

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???

The goblin ghoul climbs through the opening in the barricade nervously, watching to see what you do to it. It's fear of this 'fire monster' is clearly greater than it's fear of you, though. It points back over its shoulder, "You can go see it," it squeaks out through chattering teeth and shaking its head frantically, "I'm not going back in there."

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Aug 1, 2024 8:04 pm

Aug 1, 2024 8:04 pm

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Winona waits until it's through, then says, "I slay undead. You've been warned." She bunches, ready to fight, but it's helpfulness has given her pause so she doesn't just attack. She waits until it flinches and then attacks.

Aug 1, 2024 11:38 pm

Aug 1, 2024 11:38 pm

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The ghoul flinches away from Winona and her trident shoots forward, impaling the creature. It looks up in surprise before falling to the ground, overcome by a combination of its burns and the trident to the chest.

Catacombs Map

Aug 2, 2024 12:34 am

Aug 2, 2024 12:34 am

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She finishes it, pressing the Trident through its body until the necromantic energy ceases to animate it. "The bodies of children. Worst nightmare realized, check. "

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 2, 2024 12:38 am

Aug 2, 2024 12:38 am

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You've made your god proud slaying such a foe. Perf says this with as much conviction as possible. So who wants to lead the way through to this fire monster?

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 2, 2024 8:26 pm

Aug 2, 2024 8:26 pm

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Jathus raises an eyebrow, "I will follow the ever-efficient Winona. Though I worry what odds we have for slaying a foe that may be made of fire. Perhaps we explore elsewhere and return with sufficient preparation for this creature?"

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Aug 4, 2024 5:24 am

Aug 4, 2024 5:24 am

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OOC:

Do you have a decision? First person to provide a concrete answer on the plan gets their way!

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Aug 4, 2024 2:54 pm

Aug 4, 2024 2:54 pm

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Winona proceeds confidently through the barrier, her eyes searching for the threats, as she says, "Let's seek this foe. If it is resistant to our efforts we run. Come."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 4, 2024 7:43 pm

Aug 4, 2024 7:43 pm

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"As I said, Jathus will follow Win, into the flames of the Abyss, or elsewhere. Let us go and see what this creature is. After all, it cannot be safe to keep active beneath the town, yes?" He follows Winona close behind.

Aug 5, 2024 11:45 pm

Aug 5, 2024 11:45 pm

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Moving up, you peer through a crack in the wall. A fire burns within a seven-pointed star carved in the ceiling, casting light that fills the area with a flickering radiance. Two wooden doors sit in the southwest corner of the room, while to the east, a low stone altar made of marble sits before a crack in the wall. The top of the altar holds a silver bowl with a slender-bladed knife balanced atop the bowl’s rim, its point aimed toward the west.

A goat-headed demon with glowing red eyes and flaming hooves stands in the center of the room. Measuring only about 4 feet in height, it turns to glare at you, speaking several words in Abyssal, "Leave now unless you are here with instructions from Abraxas about the Flume's secret!". Winona understands only a single word: Abraxas, the name of a demon lord. She also recognizes the creature as a Brimorak, a fire demon born from the soul of an arsonist.

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Rolls

Winona: Religion (Wis) - (1d20+10)

(13) + 10 = 23

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 6, 2024 1:06 am

Aug 6, 2024 1:06 am

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Perf translates the full meaning of what was said to the party.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 6, 2024 8:07 am

Aug 6, 2024 8:07 am

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Jathus takes a breath and looks to Win. Seeing a look of recognition in her face, he raises an eyebrow. "Any idea what this thing is about, Win?"

Aug 6, 2024 11:25 pm

Aug 6, 2024 11:25 pm

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"A demon, and demons only crave one thing: revenge against those who don't have to live in the abyss."

She points her weapon at the demon, her eye sighting it's face along the trident's length.

"You are a Brimorak, a fire demon born from the soul of an arsonist. You know where I'm going to send you back to, don't you? Do you really want this to happen? Tell us about the Flume. "

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 6, 2024 11:28 pm

Aug 6, 2024 11:28 pm

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Perf will wait a beat or two to see if it replies, showing that it understands common. If nothing Perf will translate what Winona said in Cthonian.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 7, 2024 5:56 am

Aug 7, 2024 5:56 am

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Jathus puts on a false frown and looks to the demon. "You'd best answer the woman," he says, "she doesn't play nicely when she gets like this."

Aug 7, 2024 11:08 pm

Aug 7, 2024 11:08 pm

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The brimorak laughs, "I do not fear you weak mortals," it says in common, cackling, then waves its hand dismissively at you, "Leave before I decide to melt the flesh from your bones."

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 7, 2024 11:19 pm

Aug 7, 2024 11:19 pm

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Perf furiously searches his memories for anything he may have studied about Bimoraks to give his team an edge.

OOC:

Secret RK roll please. I have Arcana, Occultism, and Religion as well as Academia Lore

Aug 8, 2024 2:07 am

Aug 8, 2024 2:07 am

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Perf, caught up in the moment, is unable to focus on anything he might know about Brimorak demons.

Aug 11, 2024 4:08 pm

Aug 11, 2024 4:08 pm

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Winona recalls the Harrow reading given to her and hopes that it helps. She says nothing, bandying words with a demon is foolish.

She charges, trident held high

Rolls

Winona: Perception for Initiative - (1d20+8)

(20) + 8 = 28

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 11, 2024 10:57 pm

Aug 11, 2024 10:57 pm

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"Then it's a fight," Jathus says, spinning the kukri in his hand.

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Perception - (1d20+8)

(1) + 8 = 9

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 11, 2024 11:22 pm

Aug 11, 2024 11:22 pm

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OOC:

Ok, I'll assume that's initiative then.

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Perception - (1d20+6)

(20) + 6 = 26

Aug 12, 2024 11:07 pm

Aug 12, 2024 11:07 pm

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OOC:

Everyone roll initiative if you haven't already. The demon got 25, so if you get a 26 or above, you can act now!

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 12, 2024 11:16 pm

Aug 12, 2024 11:16 pm

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Perf steps up to be in a better position for the party to take advantage of his spell.

OOC:

Action 1: Step
Action 2-3: Cast Bless. 15 foot emanation of +1 status bonus for allies to hit their foes centered on Perf.

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Aug 13, 2024 4:57 am

Aug 13, 2024 4:57 am

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She smiles as Win charges and get ready to back her up

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Perception - (1d20+11)

(3) + 11 = 14

Aug 14, 2024 1:02 am

Aug 14, 2024 1:02 am

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Winona charges, as was her intention, and stabs the nasty evil demon. Then for good measure, stabs at him again.

OOC:

Stride, Strike, Strike

Rolls

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (17) + 11 = 28

2d8+4 : (74) + 4 = 15

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+6, 2d8+4)

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

2d8+4 : (27) + 4 = 13

Aug 14, 2024 11:58 am

Aug 14, 2024 11:58 am

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Perf's blessing lends accuracy to your strikes as he steps forward into a support role.

Winona, unwilling to suffer a demon to live, steps forward and stabs it with her trident, spilling its hot blood onto the floor and onto herself. Her second strike is parried by the brimorak.
Winona: DC 19 Basic Ref save vs Boiling Blood

[ +- ] Boiling Blood

In response to being attacked, it spews forth noxious fumes in the room.

OOC:

All creatures in the red box on the map are concealed (DC 5 flat check to successfully target a foe) and must make a DC 21 fort save or become sickened. See Spoiler below:

[ +- ] Fume

It follows that up with a brutal slash against Winona, cutting her from shoulder to hip with its flaming sword.
Winona: 32 vs AC (Crit). Damage: 26 slashing and 6 fire (total 32)

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Perf	-	-	Bless 15 ft
A	Winona	-	-
B	Brimorak	65 / 80	22
C	Zani	-	-
C	Jathus	-	-

Notes
Bless: +1 status bonus to hit
Fume: Anything in the Red Square on map is concealed (DC 5 Flat Check to target)

OOC:

You may all act now!

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 14, 2024 2:04 pm

Aug 14, 2024 2:04 pm

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Perf, seeing only a vague outline of the Bimorak, opts to target its space instead of the bimorak itself. He has high hopes for a water spell affecting an arson demon.

OOC:

Actions 1-2 Cast Spout. Basic reflex DC 20.
Acton 3 Perf will watch how it reacts to a water spell affecting and try another religion recall knowledge check for weaknesses.

[ +- ] Spout

OOC:

Edit to add damage of Spout for GM to adjust based on save.

Last edited August 14, 2024 2:10 pm

Rolls

Spout bludgeoning damage - (3d4)

(313) = 7

Aug 14, 2024 10:53 pm

Aug 14, 2024 10:53 pm

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OOC:

Reflex

Winona staggers with the intense damage, nearly felled. It is only the Harrow reading from before that reminds her at the last moment to dodge unexpectedly.

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Rolls

Winona: Reflex - (1d20+7)

(3) + 7 = 10

Bloody damage - (2d4)

(42) = 6

Winona: Fortitude - (1d20+9)

(16) + 9 = 25

Winona: Reflex (Harrow reroll) - (1d20+7+4)

(15) + 11 = 26

Aug 15, 2024 1:44 am

Aug 15, 2024 1:44 am

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Winona staggers back from the blow and reflexively clasps her holy symbol. "Gozreh, head thy servant! Close my wounds, lord." She holds her shield high against the next blow.

OOC:

use last Font for two action cast Heal (Heightened to level 2);
Raise Shield

[ +- ] 1 (font) Heal

Rolls

Heal, 2 action - (2d8+16)

(63) + 16 = 25

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 15, 2024 5:51 am

Aug 15, 2024 5:51 am

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Jathus curls his lip at the sight of the foul air filling the small room, shaking his head slightly. "Bravery is for fools, yes? So be it, Jathus will be foolish today! And you, how will it feel to be felled by a fool?" He strides into the room while spinning his kukri, trying to hold back the putrid odor from overtaking him.

He shrugs off the stench and swings at the creature with his weapon.

OOC:

Action 1: Bon Mot (Diplomacy v. Enemy Will DC - if successful, he also gains panache)
Action 2: Stride
Action 3: Strike (If he has Panache, Confident Finisher for +2d6 damage, half on a miss)

Spending a hero point to reroll that attack. Forgot to add +1 from Bless, so that may actually hit!

Final Edit: if he passes the flat check...forgot that...should have done that first.

Last edited August 15, 2024 5:59 am

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Fortitude - (1d20+10)

(19) + 10 = 29

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+12)

(15) + 12 = 27

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (3) + 11 = 14

2d6 : (32) = 5

Precise Strike / Confident Finisher Damage (if applicable) - (2d6)

(25) = 7

HP Re-roll - Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11)

(10) + 11 = 21

Flat Check v. DC 5 - (1d20)

(14) = 14

Aug 15, 2024 8:41 pm

Aug 15, 2024 8:41 pm

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Perf's spell doesn't seem to physically harm the brimorak, but it still screams as the water washes over it. It seems to have some sort of mental aversion to water. He thinks more carefully about the Brimorak and remembers that they are profoundly weak to cold effects!

Winona casts a healing spell upon herself. Her wounds begin to knit as Gozreh's favor washes over her battered form.

Jathus darts in, taunting the creature as he moves confidently across the stone floor. His blade slices the creature across the arm, spattering him with its hot blood.
Jathus, save vs Boiling Blood

[ +- ] Boiling Blood

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Perf	-	-	Bless 15 ft
A	Winona	-	-
B	Brimorak	45 / 80	22	Bon Mot -2
C	Zani	-	-
C	Jathus	-	-

Notes
Bless: +1 status bonus to hit
Fume: Anything in the Red Square on map is concealed (DC 5 Flat Check to target)

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OOC:

Zani still has a turn!

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Aug 15, 2024 11:11 pm

Aug 15, 2024 11:11 pm

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Zani rushes forward swinging here staff in two swift strikes.

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Staff 2-Handed - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+3)

1d20+11 : (9) + 11 = 20

2d8+3 : (18) + 3 = 12

Zanitina Dazziral: Staff 2-Handed - Atk/Dam - (1d20+6, 2d8+3)

1d20+6 : (9) + 6 = 15

2d8+3 : (12) + 3 = 6

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 16, 2024 7:40 am

Aug 16, 2024 7:40 am

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Jathus slinks back as the blood spatters against him.

Last edited August 16, 2024 7:41 am

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Reflex - (1d20+12)

(4) + 12 = 16

Aug 17, 2024 1:10 am

Aug 17, 2024 1:10 am

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Both of Zani's attacks fail to land, easily parried by the fiery demon.

Jathus is scalded by the blood and the smell of burnt fur fills the room.
Jathus takes 6 fire damage from the blood

The demon grins and points a finger at the ground, dropping a ball of fire at its feet. The blast is deafening in the enclosed room, flames washing over you all, scorching skin, hair, and clothing as the brimorak laughs.
Everyone: DC 21 Basic Reflex save. 23 fire damage

As the flames clear, he swings his blade once more at Winona, cutting her deep for a second time.
Winona: 34 (Crit) vs AC. Damage: 32 slashing, 10 fire (Total 42)

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Perf	-	-	Bless 15 ft
A	Winona	-	-
B	Brimorak	45 / 80	22	Bon Mot -2
C	Zani	-	-
C	Jathus	-	-

Notes
Bless: +1 status bonus to hit
Fume: Anything in the Red Square on map is concealed (DC 5 Flat Check to target)

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 17, 2024 1:21 am

Aug 17, 2024 1:21 am

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OOC:

Perf's reflex save and turn in edit.

Perf fails his save and reels from the attack. He needs to share what he remembered tho and shouts out, He's weak to cold effects! Let me try to slow him down!

OOC:

Action 1 and 2 Cast Laughing Fit DC 20 Will save
Action 3 Cast Hand of the Apprentice to punch him in the face for targeting Winona so much!

OOC:

Wow...spending hero point for laughing fit flat check reroll

Last edited August 17, 2024 1:38 am

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Reflex - (1d20+8)

(11) + 8 = 19

Flat check for laughing fit - (D20)

(1) = 1

Flat check for hand of the apprentice - (D20)

(12) = 12

+1 Striking Crushing Cold Iron Gauntlet - Atk/Dam - (1d20+10+1, 2d4+4)

1d20+10+1 : (3) + 11 = 14

2d4+4 : (23) + 4 = 9

Flat check hero point reroll - (D20)

(18) = 18

Aug 17, 2024 1:50 am

Aug 17, 2024 1:50 am

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OOC:

She's at -27 hit points

She collapses, blasted by the flames until her ancestors cry out for mercy.

Last edited August 17, 2024 1:52 am

Rolls

Winona: Reflex - (1d20+7)

(12) + 7 = 19

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 17, 2024 2:15 am

Aug 17, 2024 2:15 am

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Jathus, even as his fur and skin singe from the hot blood of the demon, manages to dance out of the way of a majority of the flames.

"Win!" Jathus shouts as his friend goes down. He growls at the thing before him, "I am Jathus, know my name. You have hurt my friend, now prepare to die!" He attempts to throw the demon off by tumbling around its feet, then back to strike from a different angle.

OOC:

Action 1: Stride (tumble through, gains Panache if succesful)
Action 2: Strike (w/ +2 Precise Strike damage if he has Panache)
Action 3: Dueling Parry (+2 AC until next round)

Should hopefully be 7 damage :| Forgot Bless, so the attack result should be 26.

Last edited August 17, 2024 2:27 am

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Reflex v. DC 21 - (1d20+12)

(9) + 12 = 21

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Acrobatics (Dex) - (1d20+13)

(2) + 13 = 15

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): +1 Striking Low-Grade Cold Iron Kukri - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d6)

1d20+11 : (14) + 11 = 25

2d6 : (23) = 5

HP to Re-roll Acrobatics - (1d20+13)

(16) + 13 = 29

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Aug 18, 2024 7:52 pm

Aug 18, 2024 7:52 pm

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Zan nimbly ducks away from the blast before seeing Winona fall. Now's not the time for a nap! She moves a hand to her holly and healing energy flow from it to Winona as she chants in druidic, before she tries to then land a strike on the offending demon.

OOC:

Level 2 Heal on Winona, and then a strike

Last edited August 18, 2024 7:53 pm

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Reflex - (1d20+7)

(20) + 7 = 27

Heal lv2 2 action - (2d8+16)

(78) + 16 = 31

Zanitina Dazziral: Staff 2-Handed - Atk/Dam - (1d20+10, 2d8+3, d20)

1d20+10 : (20) + 10 = 30

2d8+3 : (12) + 3 = 6

d20 : (6) = 6

Aug 19, 2024 3:52 am

Aug 19, 2024 3:52 am

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As the healing energies suffuse her being, her hand twitches then grabs her trident. Standing up she faces the demon and raises her shield defiantly.

OOC:

Grab weapon, stand up, Raise Shield

Aug 21, 2024 11:16 pm

Aug 21, 2024 11:16 pm

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Perf casts a spell to try to disable the brimorak, but it shrugs it off for the most part, only lightly chuckling occasionally. He then follows up with a spell, launching his gauntlet across the room, but it bounces off the demon's thick hide.

OOC:

Success, so it gets no reactions

Jathus rolls around the brimorak, slashing with his kukri, cutting a chunk out of its leg as he passes by, but is sprayed with boiling blood as he does so.
Jathus: Failed ref save vs blood. Damage: 5 fire

Zani casts a spell of healing upon Winona's prone form, bringing her back to consciousness. Twirling her staff, she launches a powerful strike at the demon, smacking it in the side of the head.

Winona staggers to her feet, setting her shield in front of her in defiance.

The brimorak makes a disgusting sound in its throat and then spews boiling vomit onto Jathus and Zani. The vomit burns their flesh and compromises their footing, causing them both to fall to the ground. The brimorak raises its sword and slashes at Zani, cutting deeply into her.
Zani/Jathus: Both failed saves. 23 fire damage and prone
Zani:33 (crit) vs AC. Damage: 30 slashing, 4 fire

[ +- ] Frothing Spew

Init Group	Name	HP	AC	Status
A	Perf	-	-	Bless 15 ft
A	Winona	-	-
B	Brimorak	26 / 80	22	Bon Mot -2, Laughing Fit (success)
C	Zani	-	-	Prone
C	Jathus	-	-	Prone

Notes
Bless: +1 status bonus to hit
Fume: Anything in the Red Square on map is concealed (DC 5 Flat Check to target)
Laughing Fit: No reactions

OOC:

You may all act now!

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 21, 2024 11:28 pm

Aug 21, 2024 11:28 pm

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Perf casts the water spell that seemed to make him scream earlier. While Perf is sure he's weak to cold he isn't sure he can get a direct hit in that concealing fog and the front line won't last for maybes.

OOC:

Actions1 and 2 Spout (reflex saveDC 20)
Action 3 sustain laughing fit

[ +- ] Spout

Rolls

Spout damage (basic reflex DC 20) - (3d4)

(142) = 7

Aug 22, 2024 1:44 am

Aug 22, 2024 1:44 am

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Winona holds the shield high and jams her trident at the creature twice. Her skin crawls with damage, dizzy with the sudden loss of blood and the rapid healing.

OOC:

Strike, Strike, Raise Shield

Oh, add one to both of those attacks for the Bless. That might be a critical from the first one

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Rolls

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+11, 2d8+4)

1d20+11 : (20) + 11 = 31

2d8+4 : (43) + 4 = 11

Winona: Trident +1 - Atk/Dam - (1d20+6, 2d8+4)

1d20+6 : (14) + 6 = 20

2d8+4 : (31) + 4 = 8

Flat checks DC5 - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (20) = 20

1d20 : (4) = 4

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 22, 2024 4:13 am

Aug 22, 2024 4:13 am

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Jathus crawls swiftly away with surprising speed. He leaves his Kukri on the ground and stands, pulling a vial of liquid from his belt pouch.

OOC:

Action 1: Nimble Crawl 15ft and drop weapon
Action 2: Stand
Action 3: Interact to Draw healing potion

Last edited August 22, 2024 7:47 am

Rolls

Secret Roll

Aug 22, 2024 7:22 am

Aug 22, 2024 7:22 am

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Perf's water spell breaks against the brimorak, but it seems to cause it some sort of internal pain.

Winona sweeps the demon's sword to the side and plunges her trident directly into its chest with all of her might, knowing that if this doesn't end now, they won't survive this. The brimorak looks confused for a moment as it stares at the trident in its chest and then falls dead.

OOC:

Combat over!

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 22, 2024 7:49 am

Aug 22, 2024 7:49 am

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And with that, the fight is over. Jathus sighs, putting the potion away and picking up his weapon once more.

"That...was harrowing, my friends," he says, stepping back into the smaller room. "Win, are you alright?"

Aug 22, 2024 5:37 pm

Aug 22, 2024 5:37 pm

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She shakes the trident free of the demon, then stabs it twice more. "Yeah, I'm fine. Close thing though, not feeling really good right now. Let's be careful, look around only a little more and get out of here. I'm not sure how much more punishment one girl can take and still be chipper. "

Aug 22, 2024 8:58 pm

Aug 22, 2024 8:58 pm

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With the smoke clearing and the creature dead, you have a chance to investigate the room. The silver bowl on the altar is worth 5 gp. The knife sitting on top of it is a low-grade cold iron dagger with the rune of Abraxas etched on the blade. Within the bowl are six smooth garnet beads, one worth 2 gp, two worth 5 gp, and three worth 10 gp.

Listening at both doors, you hear nothing from either.

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Aug 23, 2024 1:58 am

Aug 23, 2024 1:58 am

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"I'm out of healing magic. If we go through these doors, I won't be able to help anyone who takes a hard hit."

She shuffles her feet, unwilling to let go the idea that they need to clean this out now, before the fiends can regroup. She'll listen to reason, if only just this once.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 23, 2024 5:13 am

Aug 23, 2024 5:13 am

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Jathus nods grimly, then sighs as he approaches the dais and sweeps the contents into his backpack. "A shame we have to clean up after this demon. Such terrible manners, leaving his things lying about." He hands the dagger toward Winona. "This is made of the same metal as my kukri - that creature didn't seem to care for it. Perhaps it may help should we run into another one."

He moves to the south door. "I am also not feelin superb, but I could scout ahead and see where these doors lead. If we are to rest, I'd prefer knowing there are not more creatures just on the other side."

Aug 23, 2024 11:19 pm

Aug 23, 2024 11:19 pm

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She takes the dagger and stuffs it in her waistband. "Be careful. We'll set up an ambush in here if you have to run back."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 25, 2024 12:33 am

Aug 25, 2024 12:33 am

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Jathus carefully opens the south door, peeks beyond, and if clear steps inside.

OOC:

Jathus will do his best to sneak ahead and see what's beyond.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 25, 2024 12:50 am

Aug 25, 2024 12:50 am

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Perf takes this opportunity to refocus and use his wand of false life to give him a temporary health bonus for now.

[ +- ] Wand of False Vitality

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Aug 26, 2024 9:09 am

Aug 26, 2024 9:09 am

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Zani joins Perf is taking a moment to breath and refocus

Aug 27, 2024 12:53 am

Aug 27, 2024 12:53 am

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The room to the south appears to be an ancient cloak room. Most of the robes have long since decayed, but a green and orange cloak bearing the symbols of Abraxas has survived the ravages of time.

[ +- ] Cultist Cowl

Opening the door to the west:
The north and west walls of this chamber are carved with hundreds of runes, all radiating out from a seven-pointed star with a flickering flame burning at its center. Now and then, a little sputter of sparks showers out of these flames. This side of the door you came from has been adorned with a single rune carving that looks vaguely like a horned, fanged face.

The hallway continues south and west from here, lined by a series of wooden doors.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 27, 2024 1:04 am

Aug 27, 2024 1:04 am

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Perf studies the runes on a wall making up a mosaic of the occult.

OOC:

Secret rk check, please. Occultism is highest but proficiency in arcana too.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 27, 2024 6:39 am

Aug 27, 2024 6:39 am

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Jathus continues to head stealthily in front of the group, checking the doors one by one, as silently as possible.

Aug 29, 2024 6:38 am

Aug 29, 2024 6:38 am

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None of Perf's efforts yield results, but Winona is able to inform him that the marks are associated with Abraxas, the demon lord the brimorak mentioned.

Jathus makes his way down the hall, listening at each door. He hears nothing beyond any of them.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 30, 2024 1:44 am

Aug 30, 2024 1:44 am

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Jathus returns and describes the halls and doors to the others. "Strange, the underground here gives way to construction - someone, at some point, built this down here, though for what purpose I cannot say. Perhaps we best rest before we venture forth, no? I hear nothing beyond the doors, but I have known things to quietly offer death before. Jathus is one of them, and I would hate to run into another me down here right now."

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Aug 30, 2024 2:04 am

Aug 30, 2024 2:04 am

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"Before we explore further, I have some bandages. Let me set your wounds, all of you, and then we might better face what else we find."

OOC:

Spend 10 minutes bandaging Sir Perf Lewis (accomplishing little), then ten minutes on herself (healing herself nearly to full).

I'll add two more checks for Zani and Jathus just in case they need some.

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Rolls

Winona: Medicine (Wis) -DC15: Perf - (1d20+8, 2d8)

1d20+8 : (5) + 8 = 13

2d8 : (84) = 12

Winona: Medicine (Wis) -DC15: self - (1d20+8, 2d8)

1d20+8 : (9) + 8 = 17

2d8 : (57) = 12

Winona: Medicine (Wis) -DC15: Zani - (1d20+8, 2d8)

1d20+8 : (18) + 8 = 26

2d8 : (74) = 11

Winona: Medicine (Wis) -DC15: Jathus - (1d20+8, 2d8)

1d20+8 : (10) + 8 = 18

2d8 : (77) = 14

Critical for Zani, bonus healing - (2d8)

(56) = 11

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 30, 2024 3:08 am

Aug 30, 2024 3:08 am

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"Ah, thank you, Win! Nearly good as new. Shall we see what's behind these doors, then?" He takes out a healing potion and downs its contents to cap off his health.

Rolls

Lesser Healing Potion - (2d8+5)

(63) + 5 = 14

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 30, 2024 9:45 am

Aug 30, 2024 9:45 am

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While Winona works on bandaging Perf his gauntlet familiar crawls into his pack and brings Perf his Harrow deck. Perf seems to have a moment of deja vu from what is happening around him and realizes this is the moment to pluck that string of fate.

OOC:

I'm just rolling the d20 and keeping the d8s that Qralloq already rolled.

Rolls

Reroll skill check affecting Perf - (D20+8)

(9) + 8 = 17

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 31, 2024 3:15 am

Aug 31, 2024 3:15 am

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Ah, that's better. Are we ready to move on to door #1?

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Aug 31, 2024 3:47 am

Aug 31, 2024 3:47 am

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Jathus returns down the hall and silently opens the first door when the others are ready.

Aug 31, 2024 8:40 am

Aug 31, 2024 8:40 am

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OOC:

Since it wasn't specified, I decided to start with the doors on your right as you walk down the tunnel.

Jathus makes his way to the first door on his right and tries to open it. It won't budge at all. It's not locked, but it's like something is pressing on it from the other side.

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LightOfMidnight

Aug 31, 2024 10:17 am

Aug 31, 2024 10:17 am

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Zani heals her wounds in preparation as Jathus tries the door.. and then looks disappointed as he can't seem to open it. 'Shall be force it, or go another way?'

Rolls

Healing elixir - (d8)

(3) = 3

Leve1 heal - (d8+8)

(6) + 8 = 14

Aug 31, 2024 2:38 pm

Aug 31, 2024 2:38 pm

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"If it's a cave in or filled with water, we should save that one for last?"

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Aug 31, 2024 10:51 pm

Aug 31, 2024 10:51 pm

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What about this door down that little side hall you passed?
Perf will listen at the door he indicated.

OOC:

secret perception check

Sep 1, 2024 12:51 am

Sep 1, 2024 12:51 am

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Perf hears nothing at the door to the south, so he opens it.

OOC:

Just to speed things along :)

Thick layers of ash cover mostly empty weapon racks in this room, although an old sword and a small stack of arrows sit on a shelf in the southeast corner. A single seven-pointed star is carved in the ceiling. At its center flickers a strange blue fire that periodically trails what appear to be snowflakes that melt away to nothingness before they reach the floor. What appears to be a scorch mark radiates from under the door to the south, as if a great explosion sometime long ago burst in the room beyond.

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Sep 1, 2024 12:54 am

Sep 1, 2024 12:54 am

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OOC:

secret Occultism recall please

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 1, 2024 8:07 am

Sep 1, 2024 8:07 am

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Jathus peeks over Perf's shoulder. "That room looks all sorts of dangerous, my friend. Perhaps a trap, no?"

Sep 1, 2024 2:29 pm

Sep 1, 2024 2:29 pm

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Winona peeks over their shoulders. "Want me to run in and set off the trap? Surely this is a trap. Can one of you disarm it?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 2, 2024 1:58 am

Sep 2, 2024 1:58 am

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"I could try, just need to see if we can identify the trigger mechanism." He scans the room from where he is - if the others allow, he'll carefully step inside and get a better look.

OOC:

Jathus has thieves tools and a +10 on thievery checks

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Sep 2, 2024 4:42 pm

Sep 2, 2024 4:42 pm

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After taking a good look to try to suss out any details Perf will share what he can with the party before stepping aside. By all means, Jathus.

OOC:

If I pass that RK check and learn something I'll definitely give Jathus that warning prior to just letting him past me like I role-played.

Sep 3, 2024 2:08 am

Sep 3, 2024 2:08 am

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Perf recognizes the symbol as the Sihedron Rune, a symbol often used in old Thassilon to represent the seven virtues (or the seven sins).

Jathus cautiously enters. As he does, the blue flame flashes more brightly and the room grows cold before the fire sputters and fizzles out. It seems that whatever the trap was supposed to do (likely freezing intruders) has failed.

Now that the danger has passed, you have a chance to look around. You find a cold iron longsword, six beacon shot arrows, and single storm arrow.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 3, 2024 10:20 am

Sep 3, 2024 10:20 am

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Within the room, Jathus checks over the southern door with the scorch marks below it, careful of any additional traps. When he feels confident enough, he slowly opens the door and peers beyond.

Sep 4, 2024 12:37 am

Sep 4, 2024 12:37 am

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Winona passes on the weapons they found, being untrained in such precise instruments.

She crouches, shield before her ready to react to what lies beyond.

Sep 5, 2024 1:50 am

Sep 5, 2024 1:50 am

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The walls, floor, and ceiling of this long, pitch-dark hall are blasted black with soot, and a fine layer of ash covers the floor. Scattered here and there are heaps of ash from which a few fragments of bone protrude. The tunnel heads further to the west into darkness. A single door sits in its frame on the west wall before the hallway.

Catacombs Map

OOC:

Pretend you don't see all of the secret rooms 😂

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 5, 2024 6:24 am

Sep 5, 2024 6:24 am

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Jathus shakes his head at the hallway and doubles back. "There is another hallway, but I think we should clear the area behind us first, in case we get flanked, yes?" He busies himself taking what he can from the room - he's unsure of what might have value, but the way these arrows and the sword are presented, he hopes it's more than nominal.

If the others agree, he heads back to the prior hallway and checks the next door there.

Sep 5, 2024 6:03 pm

Sep 5, 2024 6:03 pm

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Winona nods her head at Jathus' wise suggestion, and readies herself by the door he's checking.

Sep 7, 2024 4:01 am

Sep 7, 2024 4:01 am

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OOC:

Jathus already checked that first door on the north wall and found that it can't be opened. Something is blocking it from the other side

Jathus moves to the next door in line and peers inside. A wooden desk sits near a tipped-over chair lying on the ground. Layers of dust cover the desk and several scrolls and ledgers atop it. A large map is displayed on the wall opposite it; while the colors are faded, it’s still mostly legible. Doors sit in the north and south walls.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 7, 2024 5:11 am

Sep 7, 2024 5:11 am

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Jathus moves inside, looking over the map to try and makes sense of what it represents. He then checks inside and around the desk, looking for anything of use or interest before checking the door to the south. He opens it if he feels it is safe to do so.

Sep 8, 2024 11:25 am

Sep 8, 2024 11:25 am

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Most of what's on the table crumbles and breaks apart upon contact. The map is in better condition, though and seems to show the surrounding area, but all of the writing on the map is in Thassilonian, which Perf can help with translating.

The coastline on the map is labeled as "The Rasp" and the location where Sandpoint now sits is "HF Compound". Instead of the goblin-inhabited island of Thistletop to the east of Sandpoint, there appears to be a large statue on the map. There are also several locations of possible hidden bases marked and the area where the Pit* is has been circled with a note reading "Captured spies whisper of a sizable Shalast cohort stationed here, led by someone named Liralarue—must secure authorization from Mistress for a raid."

OOC:

The Pit is where the Sandpoint Devil is rumored to be located and is a very dangerous place atop the Devil's Platter, a large plateau SE of Sandpoint

A small closet in the Southeastern corner is mostly empty, but contains a keyring with two keys: one is a sneaky key talisman and the other is an iron key. You also find a fragile scroll detailing the workings of something called "The Three Steps" which appears to be a trap located in the compound here somewhere.

[ +- ] The Three Steps

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 9, 2024 7:04 am

Sep 9, 2024 7:04 am

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Jathus reads over the text detailing the trap after pocketing the key. He shrugs and affixes the talisman to his armor, then hands the trap information to the others - "We'll need to keep an eye out for this, if these notes are right, it could be quite dangerous."

He turns to Perf, "What do you make of this map, my friend? It appears as old as the other things in this room, which crumble upon touch...and the locations are both familiar but different. I would venture to guess the complex we've found ourselves in must predate Sandpoint itself, yes?"

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Sep 9, 2024 11:32 am

Sep 9, 2024 11:32 am

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I would agree, Jathus. Sandpoint isn't terribly old to begin with, but this is written in Thassilonian; a truly ancient tongue pertinent to why Sandpoint was founded in the first place. This may be the biggest find to date and something we must follow up on.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 10, 2024 4:26 am

Sep 10, 2024 4:26 am

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"There must be more. We should check beyond the other doors, yes? We may yet learn why this place was built. Do you think the map could be preserved if taken from the wall? It is worthy of returning to the town with us, I think."

Jathus checks the door to the north, then opens it cautiously.

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Sep 10, 2024 7:50 am

Sep 10, 2024 7:50 am

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Jathus moves north to the next door in line. This room’s southern portion is lower than the rest of the chamber, with a set of steps leading up to the room itself. A carving of a seven-pointed star, a flame flickering at its center, adorns the walls to the east and west, while to the north, doors stand in a wall of dark red stone—a contrast to the gray stone walls elsewhere in the chamber. Each door’s handle features a tiny little metal basket that looks like it’s meant to hold a small bead-shaped object.

Based on the setup and what you gleaned from the notes in the other room, you must place the garnet beads you found in the brimorak's room into the baskets on the door in order to progress. This knowledge makes it easy to progress until you reach a final chamber.

To the north of this room, the wall curves in a semicircle. A single red stone statue of an angry woman holding a ranseur stands to the north, her weapon held in one hand pointed toward the southern doors, while her other hand reaches out with a cupped palm, as if expecting a gift. The ranseur itself appears to be a real weapon, and not an integrated part of the statue itself. You have one of the garnet beads remaining, the largest of them all.

Perf recognizes this figure as Runelord Alaznist, ruler of this portion of the Thassilonian empire before its fall.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 10, 2024 10:27 am

Sep 10, 2024 10:27 am

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"Well," Jathus says, looking at the last, larger garnet. "Do you think this will do anything? Perhaps it best if I take a closer look first?"

Jathus carefully approaches the statue, looking all around for signs of traps.

Sep 10, 2024 11:51 pm

Sep 10, 2024 11:51 pm

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Winona hefts her shield. "Slow and careful. We're in no hurry here. "

Sep 11, 2024 10:10 pm

Sep 11, 2024 10:10 pm

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Jathus doesn't see any sign of traps in the room or around the statue.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 12, 2024 5:50 am

Sep 12, 2024 5:50 am

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"Stand back, just in case," he says. "The notes we found seem to indicate this area to be trapped, but doesn't make any mention of this statue." He steps forward and places the larger garnet into the upturned hand of the statue.

Sep 13, 2024 12:35 am

Sep 13, 2024 12:35 am

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As soon as the garnet is set, the statue's hand closes around it in a fist and it holds out the ranseur in its hand for you to take. The ranseur has a Fearsome rune engraved on it as well as a small Sihedron rune engraved on either side of its head.

OOC:

There is nothing magical about the Sihedron rune. It's just fancy

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 15, 2024 4:10 am

Sep 15, 2024 4:10 am

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Jathus carefully takes the ranseur from the statue's hand and looks it over. "Not my style, but this is very nice," he says when he returns to the others. "Win, is this something you could make use of? Zani?"

Sep 15, 2024 3:36 pm

Sep 15, 2024 3:36 pm

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"I'm not sure how to wield such a weapon, as pretty as it is. I mean, while in a pinch I'm sure I could whack people with it, it seems designed for more complex uses than I've learned."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 16, 2024 1:11 am

Sep 16, 2024 1:11 am

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"Well, a weapon such as this, we should hold onto it anyway. These runes look fancy." He looks over the fine weapon, seeing the potential value in it and stores it as best he can.

He returns and heads to the end of the hallway, checking the door there before opening it.

Sep 18, 2024 7:05 am

Sep 18, 2024 7:05 am

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In the ceiling of this unfurnished room, in a single carved star, a fire flickers. The floor next to the southeast door bears a scorch mark, as if the area beyond the closed portal suffered an intense blast long ago. A 7-foot-tall statue of a bat-winged, vaguely humanoid bull with gold-colored horns stands in the southwest corner.

Perf recognizes the statue as being carved in the image of Haagenti, demon lord of alchemy, invention, and transformation. It holds a battle axe in its hands.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 18, 2024 11:58 pm

Sep 18, 2024 11:58 pm

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Jathus carefully approaches the statue and looks it over for signs of danger.

OOC:

Does the axe look real, like the weapon from the last statue, or a part of the statue itself?

Sep 22, 2024 11:15 pm

Sep 22, 2024 11:15 pm

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As Jathus steps into the room, he can tell that the axe is certainly real. As he steps closer, it suddenly raises the axe and swings it at him. He manages to get mostly out of the way, taking a nasty cut on his arm, but avoiding being cut down. After the slash, it resets into its prior pose.
24 vs AC. Damage: 15 slashing

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 23, 2024 5:16 am

Sep 23, 2024 5:16 am

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"Ow!" Jathus yells at the statue, "That was decidedly not very nice!" He licks the wound on his arm and looks at the statue while pursing his lips, then lets out a low hiss.

OOC:

No indications of the trap mechanism or a way to disarm it?

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Sep 23, 2024 10:57 am

Sep 23, 2024 10:57 am

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Let's find out if it's a possessed statue or not.

Perf fires a Divine Lance into the statue.

[ +- ] Divine Lance

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Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Spell Attack Roll - (1d20+10, 3d4spiritdamage)

1d20+10 : (14) + 10 = 24

3d4spiritdamage : (441) = 9

Sep 25, 2024 1:56 am

Sep 25, 2024 1:56 am

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The statue is unaffected by Perf's spell and you can't see any sort of mechanical method of triggering the trap. As best you can tell, the trap is magical in nature and animates the statue in order to attack any who get close.

Thankfully, you know you can go around through B5 to get past it.

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Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 25, 2024 3:23 am

Sep 25, 2024 3:23 am

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"Yeah, no thanks," Jathus says, looking the statue up and down. He turns to go back the way they came and into the other room that had similar blast marks under the door. He takes a breath and opens the door, stepping carefully inside the hallway and wary of anything dangerous.

Sep 26, 2024 9:37 am

Sep 26, 2024 9:37 am

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Jathus moves into the hallway to begin looking and spots two hidden doors. He opens the first and peers in.

This room’s walls, floor, and ceiling are caked with a thick layer of dark soot and ash. A five-foot-wide, two-foot-tall slab of red stone stands in the middle of the room, its top etched with the image of a seven-pointed star. Surrounding it stand five more slabs of red stone. These red pylons and the central stone are curiously devoid of any ash or soot, and occasionally seem to shimmer with faint fiery energy.

There are also three piles of ash and bone in various parts of the room. It seems that some people were in here when an explosion went off.

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Sep 26, 2024 10:53 am

Sep 26, 2024 10:53 am

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Detect magic exploration activity declared.

OOC:

Better late than never.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Sep 28, 2024 12:56 am

Sep 28, 2024 12:56 am

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"Mmm what do you make of this Perf? Seems dangerous for little gain, no? Perhaps we move on unless you think this important?"

Oct 2, 2024 9:14 am

Oct 2, 2024 9:14 am

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There is definitely magic in this room. Powerful magic. Upon closer inspection, the glow coming from the pylons seems to be coming from thousands upon thousands of glowing Thassilonian runes. It's impossible to know for sure what they mean as a whole, but further research is probably warranted when time permits.

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 2, 2024 10:25 am

Oct 2, 2024 10:25 am

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Perf enters the room to begin deciphering some runes with his proficiency in Thassilonian. He knows he can't get to everything but a general overview of the function of this room is warranted.

Oct 3, 2024 3:31 am

Oct 3, 2024 3:31 am

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Winona shifts her weight, her shoanti blood unaccustomed to this sneaking around underground when demons and undead are afoot. She waits for Perf to give them a sign of what he finds.

Oct 3, 2024 3:57 am

Oct 3, 2024 3:57 am

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Perf's cursory inspection gives him a near-instantaneous headache, but he presses on despite the dull ache in his head. The runes are woven together in a manner so complex that he can scarcely understand the most rudimentary aspects of it. He catches a lot of mentions of fire and some sort of trigger. One possibility is that it's a weapon of some type, which is consistent with the damage you see in here and down the hall outside of the room.

OOC:

Think of Perf as a high schooler attempting to read a paper about quantum physics

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 3, 2024 6:14 am

Oct 3, 2024 6:14 am

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As Perf looks over the room, Jathus carefully proceeds down the hall, keeping an eye out for anything dangerous or trappy.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 3, 2024 10:28 am

Oct 3, 2024 10:28 am

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Perf raises his gauntlet to his head. This room is more powerful than I can yet grasp. I will sell the location of this room to the guild college. No one risk this as the only thing I can understand about it is that there is a trigger to activate something. This room is wound up tighter than a spring and ready to jump. Sadly, Perf closes the door as he exits and begins to draw a rudimentary map from the gravesight to here with the intent of selling it to the Thassilionian Studies guild.

Oct 3, 2024 11:07 pm

Oct 3, 2024 11:07 pm

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The tunnel to the west is collapsed, barring your efforts to explore more deeply into this complex, but there is yet one door remaining that you haven't explored.

The walls of this room are adorned with unsettling carvings in an eerie-looking alphabet. To the east sits an even more unsettling sight—a five-foot-wide egg or plant bulb carved from dark green stone. Stony tentacles or roots radiate out from the sides of the egg, making it appear to be clinging to the eastern side of the room.

OOC:

Religion and Perception checks may reveal more information

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 3, 2024 11:09 pm

Oct 3, 2024 11:09 pm

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OOC:

Perception and Religion checks

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Perception - (1d20+6)

(18) + 6 = 24

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Religion (Wis) - (1d20+6)

(11) + 6 = 17

Oct 4, 2024 10:21 pm

Oct 4, 2024 10:21 pm

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Winona peeks and her eyes grow wide at the strange sight.

Rolls

Winona: Religion (Wis) - (1d20+10)

(16) + 10 = 26

Winona: Perception - (1d20+8)

(12) + 8 = 20

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 5, 2024 12:56 am

Oct 5, 2024 12:56 am

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Jathus looks over the strange egg-like thing clinging to the hall. "This is mildly disturbing, yes? Is it made of stone?"

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Perception - (1d20+8)

(2) + 8 = 10

Oct 6, 2024 12:24 am

Oct 6, 2024 12:24 am

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Winona recognizes that this room is a shrine to the qlippoth* lord Yamasoth. The carvings on the walls are prayers to this foul entity in Chthonian.

OOC:

Qlippoth were the original inhabitants of the Abyss

Both Winona and Perf notice small fissures around the edges of the egg-thing in the room, which could likely be used to open it.

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 6, 2024 12:30 am

Oct 6, 2024 12:30 am

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Perf raises his gauntleted hand toward the egg like structure and acts as though be hadn't noticed it moved until now. The power sealed within my gauntlet is reacting to this. I think there's a secret opening around it.

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Oct 6, 2024 12:32 am

Oct 6, 2024 12:32 am

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Winona feels her stomach lurch. She repeats quietly what she interprets. "This room is a shrine to the qlippoth lord Yamasoth. Those carvings on the walls are prayers to it in Chthonian. Who would do such things? What evil would compel someone?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 6, 2024 1:33 am

Oct 6, 2024 1:33 am

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"I don't much like this thing. Perhaps it should be destroyed."

Oct 9, 2024 11:39 pm

Oct 9, 2024 11:39 pm

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OOC:

Do you want to open it?

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 9, 2024 11:42 pm

Oct 9, 2024 11:42 pm

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"Stand back, in case it is dangerous. Curiosity never hurt anyone, right?" Jathus looks closer and tries to open where the fissures are.

Oct 15, 2024 11:48 pm

Oct 15, 2024 11:48 pm

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Jathus moves over and tugs on the fissures. There's a hissing sound as if air releasing and six separate sections open up like a flower. Inside, impaled by a number of spikes, is a humanoid skeleton. Resting between its ribs is a jade serpent wondrous figurine.

Catacombs Map

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 16, 2024 12:17 am

Oct 16, 2024 12:17 am

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Perf analyzes the skeleton to try to determine ancestry and how long it's been here if there are any clothes or other clues hanging on its bones.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 16, 2024 6:39 am

Oct 16, 2024 6:39 am

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Jathus takes the statue and hefts it from one hand to the other, feeling its weight and admiring the color of the jade. "Strange place for such a treasure, but I will not complain." He stuffs it into his backpack and looks to Perf. "Anything you can make of this? I can't tell if this were a torture device or a resting place...maybe a bit of both, yes?"

Oct 17, 2024 8:55 am

Oct 17, 2024 8:55 am

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The insides of the contraption remind you of an iron maiden. It's definitely a torture device. Any clothing that the skeleton may have had on have long since decayed into nothingness, but the bones are quite ancient from the looks of them. Probably thousands of years old, despite how well-preserved they are.

Catacombs Map

Oct 17, 2024 2:22 pm

Oct 17, 2024 2:22 pm

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Winona follows along behind, far enough back to not interfere with their stealth, but close enough to run headlong into danger if need be.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 17, 2024 3:39 pm

Oct 17, 2024 3:39 pm

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Well Jathus, it appears to me as though this person was alive when they were tortuously "laid to rest" here. Doesn't look like that figurine of power was much of a help to them in this circumstance.

With that Perf is ready to move on from here.

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 17, 2024 4:49 pm

Oct 17, 2024 4:49 pm

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"Back before the goblins, there was another path. I may be best to clear that area as well, before we head back to town."

OOC:

There appears to be one more door on the way back we haven't searched, though I thought we had? If still unexplored, we can hit that door before leaving this area.

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 17, 2024 4:51 pm

Oct 17, 2024 4:51 pm

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Perf gestures for Jathus to lead the way. I'm sure Winona wouldn't like the idea of possibly missing some of those goblin-ghouls.

Oct 17, 2024 9:28 pm

Oct 17, 2024 9:28 pm

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You make your way back and down the tunnel you hadn't explored before. The low-ceilinged, wood-braced tunnel comes to an end at a stone wall through which a four-foot-diameter hole has been burrowed. The rectangular room beyond is lit by flickering flames at the center of seven-pointed star carvings on the east and west walls, while to the south, a pile of stone and rubble lies on the floor in front of a wooden door and under an open trapdoor in the ceiling. Goblin arms and legs protrude from the rubble.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 18, 2024 3:48 am

Oct 18, 2024 3:48 am

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"Well now, this is interesting," Jathus approaches the pile of rubble and carefully looks up to see if the trapdoor might be an egress from these caverns.

Oct 18, 2024 11:14 pm

Oct 18, 2024 11:14 pm

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"That might be a trap. Ironic that a goblin was crushed by it. Because they're known for trap setting. Unless that's just a rumor."

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Oct 19, 2024 1:18 am

Oct 19, 2024 1:18 am

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No, I've heard that too. But paired with their infamous recklessness I guess this is the result. Death by trial and error.

So, where to next? Surely we don't intend to clear this rubble? Best I could do to help with that is slowly melt it with acid magic.

Oct 19, 2024 4:14 pm

Oct 19, 2024 4:14 pm

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"Let's look for more traps or hidden doors before we abandon this area."

She'll begin meticulously searching the wall at the end of the tunnel.

OOC:

Exploration activity: Search

Oct 22, 2024 11:31 am

Oct 22, 2024 11:31 am

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You search for a long time, but don't find anything else of use. It seems like a good time to head back up and speak to Father Zantus.

Catacombs Map

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 22, 2024 4:33 pm

Oct 22, 2024 4:33 pm

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"Well, I for one am happy to be out of this place. Fresh air would be nice," Jathus says as they make their way back to speak with Father Zantus.

Oct 22, 2024 11:59 pm

Oct 22, 2024 11:59 pm

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Winona is glad. "We have much to report, many claims we've made that will need to be backed up."

Oct 23, 2024 6:21 am

Oct 23, 2024 6:21 am

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Abstalar Zantus

Father Zantus is speaking to a lesser priest when you enter the church, but quickly excuses himself. Smiling as he approaches, "You all look well," he says, "How did the exploration go? Did you discover anything?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Oct 23, 2024 7:09 am

Oct 23, 2024 7:09 am

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"Oh, most certainly we did. Not many more goblins, but we did find a demon down there, guarding some sort of ruins." He begins to describe the strange remnants of long ago, stopping to allow others fill in the details. He makes a point to describe the ancient map of the region found on the wall down there.

Oct 24, 2024 4:03 am

Oct 24, 2024 4:03 am

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"And a society of intelligent and supposedly peaceful ghouls. They claim to have lived there for years. I of course told them I'd be back with an armed force to ensure they never feasted on our dead again."

Nov 5, 2024 1:26 am

Nov 5, 2024 1:26 am

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Abstalar Zantus

"A demon and ruins?" he asks, troubled, "Assuming it's been cleared out, I will see if I can't get the Runewatchers to take a look and see what they think."

"Thank you for taking care of the ghoul problem as well," he says to Winona, "It's a weight off of my mind."

OOC:

The Runewatchers are a group of scholars of old Thassilon in town

There will be more to come, but I'm working to catch up on a LOT of games, so I figured a short post was better than nothing for now

Nov 6, 2024 2:02 am

Nov 6, 2024 2:02 am

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Winona glows with the praise. Not that she needed it, but the Shoanti are never truly at home. "Of course. Although, I do hope they don't make too much trouble elsewhere."

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 6, 2024 6:12 am

Nov 6, 2024 6:12 am

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"Well, it is always a pleasure to ease the burdens of our elders. I think this victory calls for a round a drinks, no?" Jathus grins at the others, "And perhaps we might find a buyer for some of these trinkets we found."

Nov 7, 2024 3:06 am

Nov 7, 2024 3:06 am

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Abstalar Zantus

"You should take some time to rest," Father Zantus says, "Once Audrahni arrives, I will be asking for your help with contacting Nualia's spirit as long as you are willing."

OOC:

Anything you guys want to do? You'll have about a week of downtime

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 7, 2024 10:01 am

Nov 7, 2024 10:01 am

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"Hear that, friends? We are encouraged to rest. How can one argue with such a decree?" With that, Jathus nods at the Father and leaves when the others are ready.

OOC:

Jathus would like to sell and split proceeds from:

Ranseur w/ Fearsome Rune
Cold Iron Longsword
Beacon Shot Arrows x6
Storm Arrow x1

If possible, he would like to move the Fearsome Rune to either his or an ally's weapon. It applies the debuff on a critical hit, so perhaps it should go to the person that is MOST likely to critical hit with their weapon?

Otherwise, can Jathus 'earn income' using his Mercantile Lore skill?

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Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Nov 12, 2024 2:21 am

Nov 12, 2024 2:21 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf returns to the designated rendezvous point after a week of shopping for and then learning and experimenting with his new spells. I think I am all set for contacting that spirit. How did you all fare this past week?

Nov 12, 2024 5:02 pm

Nov 12, 2024 5:02 pm

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Winona will spend the time among the townfolk, helping them (even if it is just simple labour) and listening to their problems. She feels like she's missing something, a kind of connection that might explain to her why people act the way they do. Also, her Shoanti heritage has often kept people at an arms length, and perhaps she has let that be a crutch. She also spends the mornings in prayer to Gozreh, attempting to further her understanding of his will and her own purpose.

OOC:

Just RP for her leveling up, no real

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 14, 2024 9:06 am

Nov 14, 2024 9:06 am

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During the coming week, Jathus makes himself rather scarce while doing odd jobs for the Scarnetti Consortium that could be seen as a little below board. It does little to put coin in his pocket, as work comes up scarce, but at least it keeps him busy.

OOC:

Looks like 16gp to transfer the fearsome rune to his kukri? 1/10 the price of the rune, is that it?

Last edited November 14, 2024 9:10 am

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Mercantile Lore (Int) - (1d20+7)

(3) + 7 = 10

Nov 16, 2024 1:03 am

Nov 16, 2024 1:03 am

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Abstalar Zantus

One week later, Father Zantus' friend Audrahni arrives in town and you are called into one of the inner chambers of the cathedral. When you enter, Father Zantus stands, "I'm glad you came," he says with a nervous smile, "This is my good friend Audrahni."

Audrahni

The woman, a pale-skinned elf with dark hair, gives you a smile and shakes your hands, "It's good to finally meet you all," she says, "I've heard so much about you. Do you have any questions before we begin?"

OOC:

Yes, that is correct, 10% of the rune's price to transfer

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Nov 16, 2024 1:09 am

Nov 16, 2024 1:09 am

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A pleasure to meet you Audrahni. You may call me Perf. Perf says this with an ostentatious bow. I do have a question, actually. Will we be using a ritual spell to contact Nualia's spirit together, perchance?

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 16, 2024 1:35 am

Nov 16, 2024 1:35 am

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Jathus stands back and shakes his head at the suggestion of questions. "I am here for the show," he says, "Never talked to a dead person before, I expect it to be quite an experience!"

Nov 16, 2024 1:51 am

Nov 16, 2024 1:51 am

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Winona says 'hi' quietly, a little intimidated by the pretty elf. She hitches her pants. "What can we do to help?"

Nov 21, 2024 1:28 am

Nov 21, 2024 1:28 am

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Audrahni

"You are here as somewhat of a backup plan in addition to being witnesses," Audrahni admits, "The particulars of Nualia's death, the passage of so much time, and the more recent desecration of her corpse make for less than ideal circumstances for this ritual. There is every possibility that Nualia's spirit will not come alone. In that case, it will be up to Abstalar and I to ward them off and we will need you to speak to her spirit and try to bring her peace."

She then turns to Winona, "I understand that you are a priest of some power. If necessary, we may need you to join in the ritual to help keep any wayward spirits away. Are you up to the task if we should come to require your aid?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 21, 2024 7:57 am

Nov 21, 2024 7:57 am

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Jathus looks to Win, but otherwise prepares himself for the ritual. "Sounds like a party," he says with a grin. Just in case it is needed, he takes out the vial of holy water he had been stashing amongst his things and holds it tight.

Last edited November 21, 2024 7:58 am

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Nov 21, 2024 10:47 am

Nov 21, 2024 10:47 am

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Perf waits excitedly to participate in this ritual. He resolves himself to remember every detail in the hopes of learning this ritual himself. Knowing these can take upwards of an entire day Perf excuses himself to run to the outhouse and takes it upon himself to have some food brought to the room to have the least amount of interruptions as possible before returning.

Nov 21, 2024 2:00 pm

Nov 21, 2024 2:00 pm

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Winona is nervous, and nods. She's hesitant to invoke the spirits of the dead for it seems a great evil to her but decides that they're putting the spirit to rest, bringing her peace. "Anything you require of me, I'll do. What do you need me to do?"

Nov 24, 2024 4:16 am

Nov 24, 2024 4:16 am

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Audrahni

"Hopefully you won't have to do anything but observe," Audrahni says to Winona, "Just be ready for anything, okay? Speak to Nualia's spirit if Abstalar and I are distracted. If you notice us becoming overwhelmed, feel free to join the ritual alongside us to keep the restless spirits at bay."

Once everyone understands the job, Audrahni explains that rituals such as this are best performed under moonlight. After the sun sets you rejoin them in the courtyard of the cathedral and they begin the ritual, which they inform you will take about an hour to complete. They begin chanting, occasionally moving to light a candle, burn incense, or sprinkle some sort of dust over the flames.

Faint whorls of moonlight begin to manifest and you can see shadowy figures moving around the clerics and a chill settles into the air. About ten minutes into the ritual, a harried-looking acolyte moves into the courtyard, "I'm sorry to interrupt," she whispers, "There is a mob outside and they are demanding to speak to Father Zantus. He told us all he is not to be disturbed, but someone needs to calm them down... Can you do it?"

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Nov 25, 2024 3:26 pm

Nov 25, 2024 3:26 pm

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Without removing his rapt attention from the ritual Perf asks, If you are talking about us you should know that my presence may only exacerbate the issue... Does this require all of our party?

Nov 25, 2024 11:21 pm

Nov 25, 2024 11:21 pm

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Winona knows she may be the best one to go, skilled as she is with words and the trappings of faith, this being a temple.

She's looks to Audrahni and the Father. They had asked her to act as a kind of backup. "I may be able to calm them. But do you want me to stay to assist?"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 26, 2024 4:54 am

Nov 26, 2024 4:54 am

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"Mmm," Jathus purrs, "No Win, you were asked to stay here, and it may be important that you do. Jathus is not without his silver tongue, I think I will be able to talk some sense into this mob. Perf, perhaps you stay with Win, Zani can join me outside to quiet the masses, no?" Jathus grins, clearly a little bit glad to step away from the long ritual for a moment for something more exciting.

OOC:

Jathus has a +13 in Diplomacy, so he should be somewhat okay here.

Nov 27, 2024 7:49 am

Nov 27, 2024 7:49 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Father Zantus and Audrahni are too deep into the ritual to interrupt it to answer now. The acolyte takes matters into her own hands, grabbing hold of Jathus and Zani's wrists and pulling them out to the front of the temple.

You find a group of about two dozen concerned locals gathered at the cathedral entrance. Some carry torches and lanterns, but for the moment none appear to be armed with actual weapons. As you approach, you hear voices calling out, demanding to speak with Abstalar and voicing concern about "taunting the dead" or "toying with evil spirits." Loudest among the voices is a young man hammering on the door with his fist—Charn Scarnetti.

OOC:

Charn Scarnetti is the eldest son of Titus Scarnetti, leader of the Scarnetti Consortium

[ +- ] Scarnetti Consortium, pulled from the player's guide

OOC:

How do you plan to disperse the crowd?

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Nov 28, 2024 8:17 am

Nov 28, 2024 8:17 am

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Jathus steps out in front of the crowd, his hands up to show he is not armed. "Friends, friends, what seems to be the trouble here? Oh, Charn! Pleasure to see you as always. I still owe you that drink, don't I?" Jathus smiles, trying to disarm them with his good nature.

OOC:

He'll try to make an impression to soften the crowd through conversation.

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+13)

(5) + 13 = 18

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Dec 5, 2024 7:03 am

Dec 5, 2024 7:03 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

'Friends we should all calm down. It is easier to listen when there are not many voices' Shw spwaks from behind Jathus teying to help.

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+0)

(15) = 15

Dec 5, 2024 11:52 pm

Dec 5, 2024 11:52 pm

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The crowd slowly begins to quiet somewhat and Charn looks angry to have someone else taking control of the mob he's gathered. A voice calls from the back of the crowd, "We're worried. There's dark magic going on here!"

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Dec 9, 2024 11:53 am

Dec 9, 2024 11:53 am

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"Dark magic?" Jathus says, raising his eyebrow in disbelief. "This is Father Zantus we're talking about, do you all really think he would allow anything to happen that could be a danger to Sandpoint? This is his home as much as any of ours! He is simply quieting a restless spirit. Now get on back to your homes - magic like this is made dangerous by interruptions, not the well-meaning man who has quite literally been here most of your lives!" He makes a shooing motion with his hands.

Dec 10, 2024 10:56 pm

Dec 10, 2024 10:56 pm

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Some of the townsfolk seem ashamed by this and sort of drift away through the back of the crowd. As the numbers dwindle, others lose their nerve for a confrontation and also back off until the crowd is fully dispersed. Charn looks mutinous, but he follows the crowd as well.

When you return to the courtyard, you find Audrahni and Father Zantus nearing the end of the ritual. The dancing spirits seem harmless enough, but then more sinister apparitions appear; shadowy things with claws that begin attacking the dancing spirits. Audrahni looks at the group and motions for you to assist.

OOC:

Time for some skill checks! A few that might help:
Arcana or Occultism to shore up the ritual
Intimidation to frighten the spirits
Performance to join the dancing spirits to bolster them
Religion to push back the evil spirits with prayer

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Dec 10, 2024 11:48 pm

Dec 10, 2024 11:48 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Raising his gauntleted hand up high Perf starts speaking in Thassalonian sentences and tries to grab the magic of the ritual itself to hold it together.

Last edited December 10, 2024 11:50 pm

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Arcana (Int) - (1d20+14)

(18) + 14 = 32

Dec 11, 2024 12:12 am

Dec 11, 2024 12:12 am

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Winona joins the chant and ritual with Audrahni and Father Zantus, lending them the aid of her own conviction and faith.

Rolls

Winona: Religion (Wis) - (1d20+11)

(9) + 11 = 20

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Dec 11, 2024 11:13 am

Dec 11, 2024 11:13 am

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Jathus carefully moves closer to the malevolent spirits, baring his fangs and hissing at them to both get their attention and hopefully drive them away. It works on some humans, why not spirits?

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Intimidation (Cha) - (1d20+10)

(14) + 10 = 24

Dec 13, 2024 1:09 am

Dec 13, 2024 1:09 am

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Perf's quick application of arcane magic strengthens the ritual, while Winona's prayers push the spirits back. Jathus steps in to intimidate the clawed spirits and they fade away into non-existence.

Nualia

A moment later, you hear a mournful cry and the spirit of Nualia appears before you, both beautiful and terrible. She is an aasimar woman with long hair wearing a breastplate that leaves her scarred abdomen exposed, her left hand a demonic claw and her eyes glowing with white light. Her entire ghostly form sheds a pulsing blue-green glow, an amplification of the moonlight into which she has been called.

The spirit looks at Father Zantus and cocks her head, speaking in a haunting voice, "I remember you... why did you call upon me... you hated me... you all hated me..." Father Zantus is in a trance as he leads the ritual, and so it's left to you to speak to the spirit.

OOC:

This will be run as an influence encounter. Basically, the more influence points you can gather, the better the encounter will turn out. Generally you will want to try the Discovery action first to learn things about the target and then Influence action to gain influence. There will be ten turns and you can each take one of the actions per turn

I recommend reading at least the first part of the influence rules so you have some idea what's going on

Appropriate Discovery Actions here are: Demon Lore, Society, Perception

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Dec 13, 2024 1:17 am

Dec 13, 2024 1:17 am

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With a quizzical eye Perf looks over Nualia.

OOC:

I'd prefer to try for the Society DC in a Discovery action. One secret society skill check please.

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Society (Int) - (1d20+11)

(1) + 11 = 12

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Dec 13, 2024 9:40 am

Dec 13, 2024 9:40 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Well this had goot interesting. She tries to figure out what she might know to help this situation

OOC:

Also going for discovery

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Society (Int) - (1d20+8)

(12) + 8 = 20

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Dec 13, 2024 9:45 am

Dec 13, 2024 9:45 am

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"Well, hello. You must be Nualia. I think you will find precious little hate here," Jathus says with a smile.

OOC:

A Discovery Perception check for me!

Last edited December 13, 2024 9:46 am

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Perception - (1d20+9)

(19) + 9 = 28

Dec 13, 2024 4:19 pm

Dec 13, 2024 4:19 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Winona also triedls to lend her insight into discovering what the spirit wants and desires in order to cooperate.

Rolls

Winona: Perception - (1d20+11)

(19) + 11 = 30

Dec 17, 2024 12:51 am

Dec 17, 2024 12:51 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Nualia's beautiful face twists in a sneer, "Why should I believe you'll be better than any of the rest. Even my own father hated me in the end."

-- Information Gleaned --
Influence Skills (Lowest DC to highest)
Society - Remind her of the good times
Religion - It's not too late to work toward a better afterlife

Resistances
Trying to invoke the name of her father in a positive light (Ezakien Tobyn) to sway her

Weaknesses
Condeming the actions of her father (Ezakien Tobyn)

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Dec 17, 2024 2:53 am

Dec 17, 2024 2:53 am

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Listen Nualia, Ezakien was a terrible man. I know others may have thought differently of him, but as an orphan I learned how to see the in-between of a person's intentions. I never knew him personally, however I do know that to see the true measure of someone you need to look at how he treats those over whom they hold power; not their equals. We come to you asking for your aid of your own will with no demands.

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Society (Int) - (1d20+11)

(3) + 11 = 14

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Dec 17, 2024 8:12 am

Dec 17, 2024 8:12 am

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"Nualia," Jathus begins, "You were treated unfairly by your father - his treatment of you was deplorable, surely. But also by Sandpoint. You were just a girl, left alone and hurt. We wish only to bring you peace, if we can. It has been some time since you left this world and true, many of us were not even born yet. Yet, we represent Sandpoint. And we wish to tell you: we're sorry. You deserved better."

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+13)

(15) + 13 = 28

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Dec 22, 2024 2:31 pm

Dec 22, 2024 2:31 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Zani lets the others do the talking, instead just watching her more. Trying to figure her out.

OOC:

Lets keep on discovery.

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Society (Int) - (1d20+8)

(11) + 8 = 19

Dec 22, 2024 5:00 pm

Dec 22, 2024 5:00 pm

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Winona, exhausted from the struggle says gently to the angry spirit, "Nualia, your hope for redemption lies before you. Release your anger and forgive. The warmth of the afterlife will soothe your hurt. I'll send prayers to remember you each year."

Rolls

Winona: Religion (Wis) - (1d20+11)

(9) + 11 = 20

Jan 1, 2025 11:21 pm

Jan 1, 2025 11:21 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Nualia's expression hard expression seems to crack for a moment, as if fighting some inner war, "Like Chopper before me, I was only one of the early dooms of Sandpoint. Seven more still lie in its future! When it finally burns, everyone will feel the same pain as I had to suffer!"

The crack in her mask is quickly overcome once more by her bitterness, "The only thing I hope for is to be placed in the same hell as my father so I can spit in his face!" she snarls, "I don't want your redemption. I want you to leave me alone!

OOC:

Diplomacy added to the list of skills that can influence her, which seems like an obvious one, so I'll give you Deception as well

Influence: 4

-- Information Gleaned --
Influence Skills (Lowest DC to highest)
Society - Remind her of the good times
Religion - It's not too late to work toward a better afterlife
Diplomacy
Deception

Resistances
Trying to invoke the name of her father in a positive light (Ezakien Tobyn) to sway her

Weaknesses
Condemning the actions of her father (Ezakien Tobyn) - ALREADY INVOKED

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jan 1, 2025 11:30 pm

Jan 1, 2025 11:30 pm

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

Perf prepares to aid Winona or someone else in the next Religion check. I'm fairly certain its easier to get into hell than not to achieve your goal, is it not? He leaves the question hanging for anyone that wants to pick it up for that religion check.

OOC:

Religion check to Aid with prepared reaction to make it happen.

Rolls

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP): Religion (Wis) - (1d20+7)

(13) + 7 = 20

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jan 2, 2025 11:42 am

Jan 2, 2025 11:42 am

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"Perhaps we can help give you that rest," Jathus says, taken aback at the mention of further worries for their town, "Help your spirit move on, even if that means finding your father and enacting whatever vengeance upon his spirit that he deserves. These seven dooms, is there anything you can tell us of them?"

OOC:

Attempting to further influence her

Rolls

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) - (1d20+13)

(3) + 13 = 16

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e): Diplomacy (Cha) (hero point reroll) - (1d20+13)

(12) + 13 = 25

Jan 15, 2025 3:58 am

Jan 15, 2025 3:58 am

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OOC:

Adding a roll

"Please, you must know, Nualia, that holding on to these amguishes torments only yourself. Forgive yourself and those who wronged you, and there can be happiness in the care of your goddess."

Rolls

Winona: Religion (Wis) - (1d20+11)

(2) + 11 = 13

Zanitina Dazziral

LightOfMidnight

Jan 15, 2025 6:49 am

Jan 15, 2025 6:49 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

'There was good as well as bad though right? You father did not do as he should, but did you have friends, people you cared for? You wish to see your father in a hell, but perhaps if you try tou can instead go to a place to wait for them. To no longer suffer.'

OOC:

Going to attempte to influence wuth society. I apologise for like jarbled paragraph. My head is stuffy and its early but getting a post out

Rolls

Zanitina Dazziral: Society (Int) - (1d20+8)

(6) + 8 = 14

Jan 15, 2025 11:59 am

Jan 15, 2025 11:59 am

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Qralloq says:

OOC:

Adding a roll

"Please, you must know, Nualia, that holding on to these amguishes torments only yourself. Forgive yourself and those who wronged you, and there can be happiness in the care of your goddess."

OOC:

Reminder that Perf prepared to aid the next Religion check so this has at least +1 bonus to it.

Jan 21, 2025 7:47 pm

Jan 21, 2025 7:47 pm

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Nualia

Nualia’s expression softens, with sorrow beginning to replace her anger, "There were some that were kind to me, though so few..." she says softly, but then bitterness infuses her tone, "I can forgive them, but not those who forced me down this path. Those that tormented and taunted me, dooming not only themselves, but their children. The seven true dooms finish what was begun so long ago."

OOC:

No need for more rolls at this point. Go ahead and drive the point home in the way you think is best

Jathus Nymkir (PF2e)

Jan 23, 2025 6:01 am

Jan 23, 2025 6:01 am

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"Perhaps you cannot forgive those that harmed you," Jathus says with a shrug, "I don't blame you. Yet not everyone in this town, as you said yourself, was cruel to you. Some of those that treated you kindly have children now living here. Even those that wronged you, most are surely now long passed - their children should not suffer for the crimes of their parents. You have a chance now to let go of this anger, at least enough to be at peace. Isn't that what you deserve after all this, a peaceful rest? There must be something you can tell us about these Dooms that you mention, something that could help us make sure to end the cycle of suffering, no?"

Sir Perf Lewis (ABP)

Jan 23, 2025 11:30 am

Jan 23, 2025 11:30 am

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Perf was touched by Jathus' words and decides to remain silent as he feels this would have the biggest impact on Nualia.

Jan 24, 2025 1:39 am

Jan 24, 2025 1:39 am

Chapter One: Bones and Ashes

"I'd give you a hug of you were really here. I sense we could have been friends."

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