Nov 8, 2016 10:31 am
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Ongoing in-character thread.1.2 Shadows of Ourselves
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Nov 10, 2016 5:56 pm
Xanxus sees something loose and kicks it along the muddy fog laden path was everything he didn't like. Also he wasn't making money and was quite sober. "Well this night has been pretty absmal..."
Nov 12, 2016 8:40 am
Haguk is happy to be back on solid ground. "Think positive. At this point it can only become better," he utters what many would think of as famous last words.
Nov 12, 2016 11:46 pm
You set off up the hill and travel for about 2 hours. As daylight begins to break you reach the top of the moor and start to descend on the other side. As your eyes become accustomed to the new light you realise that what you thought was more mist is actually the smoke of multiple chimneys. A small compact village is nestled into the foot of the moor. The road proceeds down into the village and beyond. A statue stands in the centre of a village green - a figure with a rake in it's hand. As you continue towards the village you encounter an ornately carved wooden sign. It says "Litton Hill".
Nov 14, 2016 6:56 pm
Xanxus squints looking at the rising done as they drudge on, "Well... isn't this quaint... lets hope it sees another sunrise and doesn't burn to the ground."
Nov 14, 2016 7:23 pm
"We just arrived, so its chances just went way down," Haguk shrugs and tries to figure out which building is the local watering hole.
Nov 15, 2016 12:34 am
Blackstar chuckles at Xanxus and Haguk's words and trudges on. He'd grown up in a small rural town not unlike Litton Hill. He looks up at the statue, wondering at what story might be behind it.
Nov 15, 2016 4:51 am
Striding up to the statue, Domitius looked at the statue of what at first glance appeared to be of a farmer. "What an odd place that would revere the laborer so." He looked around the village center for any other signs of life.
Nov 15, 2016 1:15 pm
The village is coming to life around you. There is a large welcoming inn in the main square called the Golden Emblem. A man stands unloading barrels from a cart and throwing them down a hatch. as he bends down to pick up another barrel you see a painted sign on the wall to the left of the Inn door.
"Vacancies. See Elber Montanion within."
"Vacancies. See Elber Montanion within."
Nov 17, 2016 2:57 pm
"Guess we're going in..." Xanxus muses and moves towards the door to talk to Montanion.
Nov 17, 2016 10:47 pm
Elber Montanion is a large, jovial man who looks unburdened by the weight of this mysterious land. He greets you with a smile and you all order food and drink and a room for the next few nights. The nights are comfortable although the mists are heavy and you don't venture out much after dark, taking your lead from the locals.
Word has got out round the town about the presence of adventurers and on the third day you receive a visitor. A Sir Leighton of the Sunguard, the elite knights in the service of a certain Sir August. He explains that Lord August has heard of your arrival in town and awaits an audience with you. Sir Leighton explains that it would be more than his job is worth to return without you.
Word has got out round the town about the presence of adventurers and on the third day you receive a visitor. A Sir Leighton of the Sunguard, the elite knights in the service of a certain Sir August. He explains that Lord August has heard of your arrival in town and awaits an audience with you. Sir Leighton explains that it would be more than his job is worth to return without you.
Nov 19, 2016 10:07 pm
Elke narrows her eyes suspiciously. "What more can you tell us about Sir August? And what does he want with us?"
Nov 20, 2016 11:51 am
LadySurly says:
Elke narrows her eyes suspiciously. "What more can you tell us about Sir August? And what does he want with us?"Nov 20, 2016 11:07 pm
"Yeah your boss's motivations sound dodgy to say the least... What if our orders are to behead him for doing a piss poor job via a vision from the Devouring Dark? That said, he might have information on the cocoon..." Xanxus rebuts his eyes predatory. He stands and adjusts his mace and checks his gear. "We'll pay him a visit but there is a chance you'll be unemployed if we don't like what we see and hear. Have you ever thought of being part of a mercenary company?"
Nov 21, 2016 10:49 pm
"I for one are running out of funds to just sit around and do nothing. Sir August seems to have gold to offer. I say we go and see if how much of it he's willing to part with," Haugk says leaning back on his chair.
Nov 22, 2016 3:09 am
Nodding enthusiastically at Sir Leighton, Domitius said, "I'm happy as well to take your lord's coin, yet would you be so kind as to elaborate upon this Devouring Dark?"
Nov 22, 2016 1:52 pm
"Devouring Dark? Yeah that sounds like a picnic..." Elke mutters. "Fine. Let's go and see what's wanted of us. Since it doesn't look like we're getting magicked home anytime soon it's probably a good test of our skills in the mean time..."
Nov 23, 2016 11:10 am
The large castle of Lord August is an austere building at the far end of the outskirts of Litton Hill and would be forbidding were it not for the warmth and light emanating from it. The grey stone itself gives off a slight gleam and a golden radiance pours from the windows.
Sir Leighton leads you into the appropriately named Grand Hall of the Sun, which seems alive with light. Polished gold and silver adornments catch every flicker from the innumerable candles and send them bouncing riotously across the room. In the vaulted ceiling overhead, a galaxy of crystals hang and stained glass windows splash pools of colour on the stone.
Lord August, however, isn’t in a particularly sunny mood. He wears radiant golden armour and a grim
expression as he speaks to a tall, statuesque woman in rustic robes. Their conversation continues as Sir Leighton and yourselves approach, and neither seem concerned with keeping secrets.
Sir Leighton leads you into the appropriately named Grand Hall of the Sun, which seems alive with light. Polished gold and silver adornments catch every flicker from the innumerable candles and send them bouncing riotously across the room. In the vaulted ceiling overhead, a galaxy of crystals hang and stained glass windows splash pools of colour on the stone.
Lord August, however, isn’t in a particularly sunny mood. He wears radiant golden armour and a grim
expression as he speaks to a tall, statuesque woman in rustic robes. Their conversation continues as Sir Leighton and yourselves approach, and neither seem concerned with keeping secrets.
Nov 23, 2016 1:35 pm
Xanxus keeps a stern look on his face. Too much opulence for his taste over function. He listens in if they don't stop talking.
Nov 23, 2016 9:53 pm
Uncomfortable in the brightness of the room, Domitius moved closer to the conversation, trying to gather more information from the conversation about their new employer.
Nov 24, 2016 11:58 pm
Domitius picks up only snippets of the conversation due to them talking heatedly over one another but he ascertains that:
- The woman is called Angelique
- She has strong opinions on the Devouring Dark
- Darden Hill would be her preferred place to infiltrate it
- The woman is called Angelique
- She has strong opinions on the Devouring Dark
- Darden Hill would be her preferred place to infiltrate it
Nov 27, 2016 8:54 pm
Elke isn't known for her subtlety but quietly sides up to Domitius and asks what he heard. He mutters what he's picked up.
"Did she say why Darden Hill would be a good place to go? Or where it is?"
"Did she say why Darden Hill would be a good place to go? Or where it is?"
Nov 28, 2016 3:19 am
Domitius quickly filled Elke in on what he had deciphered then shook his head at her question. He subtly turned his hand toward the two arguing nobles; a cold force pressed against their mouths, briefly quieting their bickering. In the moment of silence, he interjected, "We are here as you requested and would like some light shed on what it is you'd have us do. And despite our questioning of others, we have yet to get a clear understanding of this Devouring Dark, which is probably NOT an elf, such as I, with a voracious appetite. What do you know?"
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using Mage Hand to shush them.Last edited November 28, 2016 3:20 am
Nov 28, 2016 11:42 pm
Angelique turns to you all.
The Devouring Dark isn't just darkness. It's worse than that. It's a living entity. Like a head made of shadow with grasping tentacles which seek out light and life then devour it. Some call it a living dungeon.
The Lady of Shadow (icon) is not as dark as she seems. Rather she is consumed by a deep and abiding sorrow. She wants to escape her current condition. She gave me a jewelry box containing treasured mementoes linked to let's say more favourable memories of hers. In order to complete her redemption, we need that jewelry box. Someone needs to enter the devouring dark and retrieve it.
The Devouring Dark isn't just darkness. It's worse than that. It's a living entity. Like a head made of shadow with grasping tentacles which seek out light and life then devour it. Some call it a living dungeon.
The Lady of Shadow (icon) is not as dark as she seems. Rather she is consumed by a deep and abiding sorrow. She wants to escape her current condition. She gave me a jewelry box containing treasured mementoes linked to let's say more favourable memories of hers. In order to complete her redemption, we need that jewelry box. Someone needs to enter the devouring dark and retrieve it.
Nov 29, 2016 12:22 am
Xanxus nods knowingly and clears his throat.
"And how. Much. Will. You. Pay us?" He says again using hand motions this time and smiles white fangs showing against obsidian skin.
"And how. Much. Will. You. Pay us?" He says again using hand motions this time and smiles white fangs showing against obsidian skin.
Nov 29, 2016 12:22 am
Blackstar, who up until this moment has been quietly admiring the stained glass windows and paying no heed to the conversation, perks up at Angelique's description of the Devouring Dark. Something stirs within him as well when he hears the story of this Lady of Shadow.
"I'll go." he hears himself volunteering.
"I'll go." he hears himself volunteering.
Nov 29, 2016 1:26 pm
Haguk leans back and moves his neck, cracking several knots. "Don't have anything better to do," he says with a shrug. "You can count me in."
Nov 29, 2016 2:29 pm
"Well I'm with the Elf with regards to payment." Elke says as she nocks her head towards Xanxus. "But it looks like we're in it for the happy feeling alone. Well that and I'd really like to get home at some point....ruddy business is probably going to hell in a bucket as we speak...Let's just get this over and done with?"
Nov 29, 2016 3:31 pm
Lord August turns to the group. I will pay you 500gp for the task. Anything you find within the devouring dark, less the jewelry box, is yours to keep.
Nov 29, 2016 3:54 pm
"Well 500 gold each isn't bad. You have a map towards this living dungeon? Know any rune smiths or alchemistic oil brewers?" Xanxus states with a level of sudden professionalism once payment is secured.
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Also if anyone has any icon relationships the end of the month looms if you want them boons.Nov 30, 2016 6:20 pm
"The price seems fair, though I wonder if we will survive long enough to claim it. I'm in. You indicated that Darden Hill would be a likely place to enter. Lord August, do you agree?"
Dec 1, 2016 11:32 am
njohn858 says:
"The price seems fair, though I wonder if we will survive long enough to claim it. I'm in. You indicated that Darden Hill would be a likely place to enter. Lord August, do you agree?"Dec 2, 2016 3:16 am
"I see. Darden Hill it shall be then. Might you be able to procure for us transportation?"
Dec 2, 2016 1:40 pm
Lord August looks pleased with your response.
I will provide you with an honor guard to accompany you to Darden Hill. They will not enter the dark with you. I need them here to protect the village should you fail. But you won't fail. Will you?
I will provide you with an honor guard to accompany you to Darden Hill. They will not enter the dark with you. I need them here to protect the village should you fail. But you won't fail. Will you?
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I'm a bit time poor this afternoon so I'll post the update of your arrival at Darden Hill later this evening.Dec 5, 2016 9:14 pm
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Sorry again for the delay. Sick son activities are keeping me very busy.You travel for about an hour in silence, each buried in your own thoughts. You are so tired that you find yourselves slumped in the saddle, looking down at your horses mane, it leading the way as if it knows the route off by heart.
"There it is." states Lord August solemnly.
You look up. And there it is. An entity so vast that you struggle to see it initially because you can't differentiate it from the night sky. But then it moves, slowly and deliberately. A gaping black hole with even darker tentacles, waving like arms in the wind, despite the night being still as death itself.
At the centre of the black hole there is a point more black than the rest. So black that you can feel the tug of your soul being drawn towards it. Surely no life can be present in that space.
August points towards the black spot on the horizon. "The entrance. You travel alone from here."
Dec 6, 2016 1:02 am
"Mission Control, we are go for launch." Blackstar says gleefully from the back of the group.
Dec 6, 2016 1:45 pm
Xanxus sighs, "Well it'll be a while before I hear the satisfying sound of broken bone and pleases for mercy..." he comments looking at his mace a bit disappointed before moving up to one of Lord August's men and asks to see the guard's sword, he'll toss the fellow his mace and states he'll be back for that later. After testing the blade's weight he nods and starts moving off towards the darkness.
Dec 7, 2016 5:54 am
Haugk smiles at Xanxus. "Who knows what we'll find in there. Plenty of time to hear bones breaking, if only from your companions."
He moves a couple of steps closer, though keeping what he considers a safe distance. "So how does this work? Just run at it screaming?"
He moves a couple of steps closer, though keeping what he considers a safe distance. "So how does this work? Just run at it screaming?"
Dec 7, 2016 2:51 pm
Xanxus shakes his head advising over his shoulder as he starts stalking to the side watching the pitch black point in the center.
"It tugs at us and beckons us closer. Like a predator waiting for their trap to be sprung... they loos their advantage if we do not fall into the trap or hindrance... No, we approach it like a clever predator let it know of the toture and pain to come." he offers his eyes already dancing with malice as a snare curls on his lips.
"It tugs at us and beckons us closer. Like a predator waiting for their trap to be sprung... they loos their advantage if we do not fall into the trap or hindrance... No, we approach it like a clever predator let it know of the toture and pain to come." he offers his eyes already dancing with malice as a snare curls on his lips.
Dec 7, 2016 8:45 pm
Blackstar urges his horse forward at a relaxed gait, aimed straight for the thing, humming a tune:
This is Major Tom to Ground Control
I'm stepping through the door
And I'm floating in the most peculiar way
And the stars look very different todaa-a-a-ay
This is Major Tom to Ground Control
I'm stepping through the door
And I'm floating in the most peculiar way
And the stars look very different todaa-a-a-ay
Dec 7, 2016 9:31 pm
"Has anyone ever gone into the....thing....and returned?" Elke asks August. Though she's pretty sure she knows what the answer will be...
Dec 7, 2016 11:39 pm
They may have returned from within the dark but they didn't return to us if they did.
As you ride towards the dark portal at the centre of the devouring dark, the noise surrounding you becomes less and less until eventually you realise that you are completely enveloped in it's inky blackness. Curiously, you can still see each other clearly but on three sides of you, as well as above you the air itself seems to be thick, black and oily. In front of you, there seems to be a path of a slightly lighter blackness which leads down into a gaping maw of hopelessness.
As you ride towards the dark portal at the centre of the devouring dark, the noise surrounding you becomes less and less until eventually you realise that you are completely enveloped in it's inky blackness. Curiously, you can still see each other clearly but on three sides of you, as well as above you the air itself seems to be thick, black and oily. In front of you, there seems to be a path of a slightly lighter blackness which leads down into a gaping maw of hopelessness.
Dec 12, 2016 3:25 am
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Blackstar hasn't stopped riding. He's not much of a conversationalist.Last edited December 12, 2016 3:25 am
Dec 12, 2016 2:35 pm
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I'm heading to the blackest black to say hello and commence possible violent acts...Dec 12, 2016 10:29 pm
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Sorry my time is seriously limited right now! :(Dec 12, 2016 11:24 pm
The darkness swallows you as you enter into the belly of the beast that is the devouring dark. Suitably devoured, you realise that it's not as dark as you initially thought. Furthemore, you appear to be in a giant cavern sloping gently downwards. About 200 yards ahead there appears to be a small stone bridge over a molten lava river. As your eyes adjust to the light from the 'river' you become aware of a buzzing noise. Looking up, you can see the shiny underbellies of what looks like 5 or more large bronze coloured wasps, each the size of a human. They have seen you and make their way towards your little entourage.
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Initiative please.Dec 12, 2016 11:44 pm
Domitius looked up at the buzzing sounds and narrowed his eyes. Typically wasps had exoskeletons which, while interesting, weren't of the type he could add to his collection. But perhaps in this dark place....and their size! Perhaps they had a bone structure he had yet to examine. He readied himself for their onslaught.
Rolls
Initiative - (1d20+6)
(9) + 6 = 15
Dec 13, 2016 12:51 am
Blackstar pulls out his titanium wand, a defensive spell on his lips.
Last edited December 13, 2016 12:58 am
Rolls
Initiative (Quick to Fight) - (1d20+5, 1d20+5)
1d20+5 : (5) + 5 = 10
1d20+5 : (5) + 5 = 10
Spell category for 1st round - (1d6)
(3) = 3
Dec 13, 2016 1:03 pm
Xanxus bears fangs and hisses as they approach reaching for a weapon. "Quickly while they're closing and buffeted by the warm updrafts, ranged attacks!" he explains a snare curling on his lips.
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Also Triggering Into the Fray below. I'll look at the initiative order once it's up and see how we stand for my three targets plus myself.Remnant sent a note to Remnant
Last edited December 13, 2016 1:06 pm
Rolls
Init Roll - (1d20+4)
(15) + 4 = 19
Into the Fray affectees - (1d4)
(3) = 3
Dec 14, 2016 8:35 pm
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Sorry for the delay guys."Bloody hate flying things....." She murmurs.
Rolls
Initiative roll - (1d20+4)
(2) + 4 = 6
Dec 18, 2016 9:40 am
Haguk says nothing, merely grabs his sword and readies for the battle ahead.
Rolls
Initiative - (1d20+4)
(20) + 4 = 24
Dec 18, 2016 8:04 pm
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Well can't help Haguk's init that much, Using Into Fray on the rest of the party, new init rolls with the bonus below.Xanxus 23
Domitius 19
Blackstar 14
Elke 10
Dec 19, 2016 1:19 pm
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Sorry for the delay. Life is complex and between my delay and player delay we've been moving at a snails pace.Initiative is as follows:
28 Hellwasp 2
24 Haguk
23 Xanxus
21 Hellwasp 4
19 Domitius
17 Hellwasp 5
14 Blackstar
12 Hellwasp 3
10 Elke
9 Hellwasp 1
Rolls
Hellwasp 1 Initiative - (1d20+8)
(1) + 8 = 9
Hellwasp 2 Initiative - (1d20+8)
(20) + 8 = 28
Hellwasp 3 Initiative - (1d20+8)
(4) + 8 = 12
Hellwasp 4 Initiative - (1d20+8)
(13) + 8 = 21
Hellwasp 5 Initiative - (1d20+8)
(9) + 8 = 17
Dec 19, 2016 1:25 pm
The swarm of hellwasps descends on the party from the blackness. Haguk is immediately targetted by the most alert of the giant insects. It's stinger penetrates Haguk's shoulder causing him to yell in agony.
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5 damage to Haguk. It was a natural odd roll so no ongoing Acid damage. Haguk is up next so an immediate opportunity to respond.Rolls
Hellwasp 2 attack on Haguk - (1d20+6)
(15) + 6 = 21
Dec 19, 2016 1:27 pm
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By my records, Domitius has only 9 HP. Is that correct? I would have expected him to take a recovery before entering the bowels of hell.Dec 19, 2016 1:35 pm
caledoniaman says:
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By my records, Domitius has only 9 HP. Is that correct? I would have expected him to take a recovery before entering the bowels of hell.OOC:
Domitius is currently at full health (24)Dec 19, 2016 7:30 pm
Haguk pulls back from the insect's stinger. With a primal scream he swings his sword around in a wide arc slashing hard at his enemy.
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If (when) I miss I will use Build Frenzy to get a +1d6 on each additional damage roll for the combat.Last edited December 19, 2016 7:33 pm
Rolls
To hit - (1d20+6)
(5) + 6 = 11
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4)
(3) + 4 = 7
Dec 20, 2016 2:16 pm
Haguk's sword bounces off the plated carapace of the Hellwasp doing no damage.
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Build Frenzy noted. Xanxus followed by Hellwasp 4.Dec 20, 2016 2:39 pm
"Use the anger to cleave them anew!" Xanxus states his eyes dancing about as the scene unfold before he lunges with a grunt his sword darting out towards Haguk's target.
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Using fight from the front, and as a quick action using Basic Tactical Strike - Haguk takes another basic melee attack, if he hits he does an additional +5 from my Charisma bonusRolls
Fight from the Front (Basic Melee attack) - (1d20+3)
(12) + 3 = 15
if it hits damage - (2d6+1)
(33) + 1 = 7
Command Points - (1d3)
(2) = 2
Dec 20, 2016 5:48 pm
"What is these things made of?" Haguk mutters as his sword bounces of the insect. He grips the pummel harder as he takes another swing.
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I forgot to add the +5 damage from Xanxus.Last edited December 20, 2016 5:49 pm
Rolls
To hit - (1d20+6)
(9) + 6 = 15
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4, 1d6)
1d10+4 : (9) + 4 = 13
1d6 : (3) = 3
Dec 22, 2016 12:01 pm
SelectiveAmnesia says:
"What is these things made of?" Haguk mutters as his sword bounces of the insect. He grips the pummel harder as he takes another swing.OOC:
I forgot to add the +5 damage from Xanxus.OOC:
Haguk, I'm a bit confused. This looks like another attack. My understanding is that if you had hit with the first attack you'd have a +5 to damage. You missed, so you do 2 right? Or am I confused?Dec 22, 2016 12:04 pm
Another Hellwasp flies at Xanxus, defending it's compatriot. It's stinger gleams in the hell and brimstone light of the breathing dark beast that is the devouring dark.
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A hit against Xanxus' PD of 12. 5 damage. Another natural odd roll so no ongoing damage. Domitius followed by Hellwasp 5.Rolls
Hellwasp 4 attack on Xanxus - (1d20+6)
(17) + 6 = 23
Dec 22, 2016 1:22 pm
caledoniaman says:
SelectiveAmnesia says:
"What is these things made of?" Haguk mutters as his sword bounces of the insect. He grips the pummel harder as he takes another swing.OOC:
I forgot to add the +5 damage from Xanxus.OOC:
Haguk, I'm a bit confused. This looks like another attack. My understanding is that if you had hit with the first attack you'd have a +5 to damage. You missed, so you do 2 right? Or am I confused?OOC:
My apologies as a quick action I used Basic Tactical Strike which I targeted Haguk with since he was in melee range. The +5 is from my feat on Basic Tactical Strike.Last edited December 22, 2016 1:23 pm
Dec 22, 2016 4:48 pm
With one hand, Domitius upended his bag of bones, and they pulled together into a spider-like creature. Flames erupted from within its core, and it scuttled toward the nearest wasp, lashing out with its claws.
From his other hand, a bolt of necrotic energy lanced through the air.
The minion takes 2pt damage due to the attack roll being odd.
From his other hand, a bolt of necrotic energy lanced through the air.
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Chant of Endings targets the nearby enemy with fewest HP. In the event of a tie, I'll choose the one engaged with Haguk.The minion takes 2pt damage due to the attack roll being odd.
Last edited December 22, 2016 4:50 pm
Rolls
Skeletal Minion Attack vs AC - (1d20+7)
(15) + 7 = 22
Skeletal Minion fire damage (if hit) - (1d10)
(5) = 5
Chant of Endings vs MD - (1d20+6)
(1) + 6 = 7
Chant of Endings negative energy damage (if hit) - (1d10+4)
(7) + 4 = 11
Dec 23, 2016 4:28 pm
Domitius Chant washes over the wasp with little effect. Domitius briefly ponders whether Wasps (Hell or otherwise) actually have ears but his train of thought is interrupted by the high pitched yelp emanating from the wasp as the minion's fire attack burns it's segmented body. Ears, maybe not, thinks Domitius. But definitely nerve endings. Oh yes.
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5 damage to the wasp from the Minion attack. Blackstar up followed by Hellwasp 3.Dec 23, 2016 7:09 pm
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Apologies, it's actually Hellwasp 5 before Blackstar.OOC:
5 damage to Domitius. It's also a natural even roll so each turn, Domitius must roll an easy save (6+) to end the damage. Note that damage is taken first before the save so Domitius will take damage for at least the next turn.Rolls
Hellwasp 5 attack on Domitius - (1d20+6)
(12) + 6 = 18
Dec 23, 2016 7:27 pm
Blackstar raises all three arms into the air, opens his mouth wide, and an ululating cry issues forth. Domitius feels a trickle of vitality filtering into him. He also finds he now has sprouted a pair of insectoid feelers from the top of his head. Likewise, Haguk feels his strength up. Fortunately for him this is not accompanied by any strange growths.
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Casting Warped Healing. Domitius gains 10 temporary hp. Haguk can immediately heal using a recovery.Last edited December 23, 2016 7:27 pm
Rolls
Xanxus or Haguk? - (1d2)
(2) = 2
Spell category for next round - (1d6)
(3) = 3
Already did 3. Rerolling spell category. - (1d6)
(4) = 4
Dec 23, 2016 7:50 pm
Jabes.plays.RPG says:
Blackstar raises all three arms into the air, opens his mouth wide, and an ululating cry issues forth. Domitius feels a trickle of vitality filtering into him. He also finds he now has sprouted a pair of insectoid feelers from the top of his head. Likewise, Haguk feels his strength up. Fortunately for him this is not accompanied by any strange growths.OOC:
Casting Warped Healing. Domitius gains 10 temporary hp. Haguk can immediately heal using a recovery.Dec 23, 2016 7:51 pm
Elke watches the combat with interest until she is distracted by a shadowy, buzzing denizen of hell descending on her from above. The Hellwasp attacks, the stinger viciously peircing Elke's back repeatedly.
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5 points of damage to Elke. Elke, if you have time to play before you travel then feel free to do so and I'll finish the round (and the year) with Hellwasp 1. If not you can pick up when you return and we'll all break there.Rolls
Hellwasp 3 attack on Elke - (1d20+6)
(14) + 6 = 20
Jan 4, 2017 2:34 pm
Elke crumples to her hands and feet on the the ground before rolling onto her back. She cries out with both pain and exasperation as she swings her axe towards Hellwasp 3.
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Can you confirm what the escalation die is set at? I'm rolling without it to get things moving but can't see it being noted at the beginning of the round?Rolls
Attack - (1d20+5)
(12) + 5 = 17
Jan 4, 2017 2:57 pm
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Round 1 it's at +0, if we aren't moving towards resolving combat it doesn't go up also (all hiding, not attacking, running away, etc.)Jan 6, 2017 12:25 am
Elke strikes Hellwasp 3 and sends it spinning backwards about 5 feet.Hellwasp 2 continues it's onslaught on Haguk with it's gleaming stinger bared to Haguk's terror.
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Roll damage please.OOC:
Haguk hit for 5 pts of damage. Haguk up next, then Xanxus. Escalation die at +1.Rolls
Hellwasp 2 attack on Haguk - (1d20+6)
(9) + 6 = 15
Jan 6, 2017 9:48 am
Haguk grunts as the enemy attacks him once more. "I can do this all day!" he growls as he slashes one more time at the enemy.
Rolls
To hit - (1d20+6)
(12) + 6 = 18
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4, 1d6)
1d10+4 : (2) + 4 = 6
1d6 : (5) = 5
Jan 6, 2017 2:10 pm
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I'll hold my action until I know if Hellwasp 2 is still up after the extra attack I gave Haguk, all the other attacks plus this one.Jan 8, 2017 10:18 pm
Hellwasp (4) again swoops down of Xanxus, it's bulging abdomen ending in a spike of death.
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5 damage to Xanxus and 5 ongoing damage for at least the next turn. Save of 6+ on Hellwasp 4's next turn stops the damage otherwise it continues. Xanxus now at 14HP. Domitius next.Rolls
Hellwasp 4 attack on Xanxus - (1d20+6)
(12) + 6 = 18
Jan 9, 2017 11:25 pm
Grimacing in pain from the stinger, Domitius felt a set of appendages sprout from his head, and he suddenly became aware of a whole new spectrum of energy. In addition to that, he felt stronger, more sure of himself. Drawing from the new pool of energies at his disposal, he formed a concentrated ball of magic and shot it into the wasp that had stung him.
His minion continued to gnaw away at the wasp it was engaged with.
Minion takes 2pts damage from natural odd roll.
Domitius: 24/24
Minion: 14/18
His minion continued to gnaw away at the wasp it was engaged with.
OOC:
Taking 5pts damage from ongoing. I successfully saved, so ongoing ends this round.Minion takes 2pts damage from natural odd roll.
[ +- ] HP
Domitius: 24/24
Minion: 14/18
Last edited January 11, 2017 3:45 pm
Rolls
Magic Missile damage - (2d4)
(24) = 6
Minion Attack - (1d20+7)
(7) + 7 = 14
Minion fire damage (if hit) - (1d10)
(10) = 10
Save against ongoing damage - (1d20)
(17) = 17
Jan 10, 2017 9:07 pm
Remnant says:
OOC:
Is Haguk's target still up or down?Jan 10, 2017 9:10 pm
The Hellwasp (5) smarts at the magic missile throbbing through it's carapace but laughs a buzzing laugh at the minion's attempt to crush it. It turns it's attention back to Domitius and stings with fury but it's too distracted to be accurate and jabs harmlessly at thin air.
OOC:
Miss. Sorry for the delay. Son admitted to hospital again on Monday evening so running behind. Blackstar up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 5 attack on Domitius - (1d20+6)
(5) + 6 = 11
Jan 11, 2017 5:25 am
Blackstar opens his mouth wide and hundreds of angry butterflies stream out of it to surround him in a protective cloud.
Quote:
Effect: 9-12: Aura - Next enemy that engages you this battle takes 2d6 damageLast edited January 11, 2017 6:00 am
Rolls
Chaos blessing effect - (1d20)
(9) = 9
Spell category for next round - (1d6)
(6) = 6
Icon - (1d12)
(9) = 9
Jan 11, 2017 3:25 pm
OOC:
Still going on my initiative just didn't know if HW#2 was still up and didn't want to beat a dead bug."Why won't you just die!" he hisses before getting pierced by another of their number gnashing his teeth from the pain
[ +- ] Remnant
Command Points 4
Last edited January 11, 2017 3:26 pm
Rolls
Fight from the front - (1d20+4)
(11) + 4 = 15
if it hits damage - (2d6+1)
(12) + 1 = 4
if it hits command points - (1d3)
(1) = 1
Jan 12, 2017 11:29 pm
Remnant says:
OOC:
Still going on my initiative just didn't know if HW#2 was still up and didn't want to beat a dead bug.OOC:
Either you're confused or I am. On initiative order we still have:Hellwasp 3
Elke
Hellwasp 1
Hellwasp 2
Haguk
You
Or did you hold your action?
Jan 13, 2017 2:25 pm
OOC:
I was trying to find out if Hellwasp 2 was up or down so I knew to attack it or if conditionals were needed for this round and it got lost in the shuffle. You just answered so I posted my action for the round now but I'm still at my initiative. By I'll hold my action I meant posting, my apologies for the confusion.Jan 15, 2017 9:40 pm
Jabes.plays.RPG says:
caledoniaman says:
OOC:
Elke, still waiting on your turn.OOC:
With Elke opting out, I've removed Hellwasp 1. Back to start of the round. Escalation die at +2. Hellwasp 2 then Haguk.OOC:
Haguk. Esc +2.Rolls
Hellwasp 2 attack on Haguk - (1d20+6)
(7) + 6 = 13
Jan 15, 2017 10:07 pm
Haguk sidesteps the Hellwasp's attack and grunts as he lifts his sword for one more strike.
Rolls
To hit - (1d20+8)
(15) + 8 = 23
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4, 1d6)
1d10+4 : (2) + 4 = 6
1d6 : (4) = 4
Jan 16, 2017 6:13 pm
Haguk smites the Hellwasp and feels the weight of it's body as it makes contact with his sword. It smashes into the ground, writhing on it's back but scuttles over upright again and takes off into the air.
OOC:
Haguk takes a hefty chunk out of it. Xanxus up next.Jan 17, 2017 5:56 pm
Xanxus gnashes his teeth his eyes half closing expelling his breath from clenched teeth feeling his pulse heightened realizing he was poisoned. His eyes widen as he looks among the enemy combatants refocusing himself.
OOC:
Using my free Rally.[ +- ] Remnant
CP: 5
Rolls
Rally - 1 Recovery - (2d8+1)
(25) + 1 = 8
Poison Save - (1d20)
(5) = 5
Jan 17, 2017 11:47 pm
OOC:
Xanxus recovery moves him to 22/24 hp. However, failed save means 5 more damage from the sting so back to 17/24 hp. OOC:
For reference (and I should have explained earlier) all these Hellwasp attacks are v's PD. Another 5 hp damage - 12/24. Domitius up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 4 attack on Xanxus - (1d20+6)
(7) + 6 = 13
Jan 18, 2017 1:25 am
OOC:
Since we're at level 2 I'm actually at 15/32 (7plus con bonus x4) also you take ongoing at the beginning of the turn before you act and save at the end.Jan 18, 2017 10:16 am
njohn858 says:
OOC:
are any of the enemy at 5HP or less?Jan 18, 2017 10:18 am
Remnant says:
OOC:
Since we're at level 2 I'm actually at 15/32 (7plus con bonus x4) also you take ongoing at the beginning of the turn before you act and save at the end.Jan 18, 2017 1:41 pm
OOC:
I (any PC really) take the damage from each on going damage at the beginning of my turn before I act (So you might get KO'd on your turn before you even act) unless the ability states otherwise same for enemy mobs if we dish out ongoing damage and then you attempt to save at the end of your turn. Do I have two ongoing damages on me? If so I'll update since I missed that.Jan 18, 2017 3:03 pm
Swatting at the annoying insect, Domitius saw Xanxus struggling and thrust out a hand toward him. His other hand out behind him, he barked out a spell, and a wave of dark energy tugged at the life force of a Hellwasp, flowing through him and toward Xanxus. His minion continued to chew voraciously at the wasp.
Ranged spell Once per battle Attack Target: One random nearby creature other than the healing target Healing Target: One nearby ally Attack: Intelligence + Level vs. MD (make one attack only against the attack target) Hit vs. an enemy: 2d6 + Intelligence negative energy damage, and the healing target can heal using a recovery. Hit vs. an ally: 5 negative energy damage, and the healing target can heal using a recovery. Miss: The spell is not expended.
As I see it, here's the lineup, so I'll roll a d7 for the random nearby creature
1. Hellwasp 2
2. Haguk
3. Hellwasp 4
4. Domitius
5. Hellwasp 5
6. Blackstar
7. Hellwasp 3
Hellwasp 2 it is!
And a crit! 20 points of negative energy damage dealt, and Xanxus can take a recovery.
Domitius 24/24
Minion 14/18
OOC:
Targetting Xanxus with Channel Life spell:Ranged spell Once per battle Attack Target: One random nearby creature other than the healing target Healing Target: One nearby ally Attack: Intelligence + Level vs. MD (make one attack only against the attack target) Hit vs. an enemy: 2d6 + Intelligence negative energy damage, and the healing target can heal using a recovery. Hit vs. an ally: 5 negative energy damage, and the healing target can heal using a recovery. Miss: The spell is not expended.
As I see it, here's the lineup, so I'll roll a d7 for the random nearby creature
1. Hellwasp 2
2. Haguk
3. Hellwasp 4
4. Domitius
5. Hellwasp 5
6. Blackstar
7. Hellwasp 3
Hellwasp 2 it is!
And a crit! 20 points of negative energy damage dealt, and Xanxus can take a recovery.
[ +- ] HP
Domitius 24/24
Minion 14/18
Last edited January 18, 2017 4:04 pm
Rolls
Channel Life Target - (1d7)
(1) = 1
Minion Attack - (1d20+7)
(6) + 7 = 13
Minion Fire Damage (if hit) - (1d10)
(6) = 6
Channel Life attack (d20+6+2) vs MD - (1d20+8)
(20) + 8 = 28
Damage 2d6+Int (double for damage) - (2d6+4)
(33) + 4 = 10
Jan 18, 2017 11:18 pm
The hellwasp is blasted by the wave of negative energy. It writhes on the floor, it's stinger twitching. It's almost on the brink of dying but not quite.Seeing it's friend reduced to a twitching lump on the ground, the enraged Hellwasp(5) barrels down on Domitius from above. It's stinger slides into Domitius upper thigh like a hot knife into butter.
OOC:
Sizeable hit. It's staggered AND below 5hp (njohn858 was asking).OOC:
5 damage. No ongoing. Blackstar up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 5 attack on Domitius - (1d20+6)
(13) + 6 = 19
Jan 19, 2017 12:11 am
OOC:
seeing as that brought it below 5HP, I'm going to finish off my turn with a Quick Action trigger of Deathknell and kill it.Deathknell:
As a quick action, you can drop a nearby enemy that has 5 hp or fewer down to 0 hp. When you drop an enemy using Deathknell, you heal 1d6 hit points. You can use Deathknell to drop a mook, but only if it’s the last mook in its mob and the mob has 5 hp or fewer left.
Seeing as I was already at full HP at the end of my turn, the 1d6 healing isn't applicable.
[ +- ] HP
Domitius 19/24
Minion 14/18
Last edited January 19, 2017 3:40 am
Jan 19, 2017 12:55 am
Still surrounded by a cloud of butterflies, Blackstar begins to march in place, and mime drumming motions. Sure enough, the sound of war drums fills the air.
War Drums: The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.
Quote:
Chaos Blessing (Aura): Next enemy that engages Blackstar this battle takes 2d6 damage.War Drums: The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.
Rolls
Spell category for next round - (1d6)
(5) = 5
Icon - (1d12)
(2) = 2
Jan 19, 2017 11:44 pm
Hellwasp (2) finally breathes it's last as the Deathknell dealt by Domitius saps it's remaining life force.
Hellwasp (3) again strikes at Blackstart, who is distracted. Fortunately the Hellwasp is also distracted by the death of it's compatriot and stings wildly at thin air.
Hellwasp (3) again strikes at Blackstart, who is distracted. Fortunately the Hellwasp is also distracted by the death of it's compatriot and stings wildly at thin air.
OOC:
Back to Haguk for a new round. Escalation die at +3.Rolls
Hellwasp 3 attack on Blackstar - (1d20+6)
(3) + 6 = 9
Jan 20, 2017 6:36 am
Haguk makes a small laugh as the Hellwasp goes down. "Would have preferred to kill it myself, but I appreciate the help."
Taking a moment to survey the battlefield, he moves quickly toward the Hellwasp attacking Blackstar. He tries to get in a swift strike.
Taking a moment to survey the battlefield, he moves quickly toward the Hellwasp attacking Blackstar. He tries to get in a swift strike.
Rolls
Attack Hellwasp 3 - (1d20+9)
(13) + 9 = 22
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4, 1d6)
1d10+4 : (3) + 4 = 7
1d6 : (1) = 1
Jan 20, 2017 2:02 pm
Xanxus barks a thanks to the other silverfolk getting in some breathing room. Hearing Haguk's blight he tries to inspire him.
"Dead is dead; revel in the destruction my friend!" he states.
"Dead is dead; revel in the destruction my friend!" he states.
OOC:
Using 'You Set Them Up, I Finish' Command since Haguk triggered it at a good time on his turn. -4 Command Points on his turn. +5 (My Cha bonus) to his damage (so 13 damage total), +2 to my attack if I attack the same thing this round.Last edited January 20, 2017 2:03 pm
Rolls
Someone gave me an opt in for a recovery! - (2d6+1)
(43) + 1 = 8
Jan 21, 2017 2:05 pm
Hellwasp 3 looks very much the worse for wear and seems to be flying lopsided after Haguk's attack.
OOC:
Hellwasp 3 is now staggered. Xanxus are you making an attack this round or is the command the only action you can take?Jan 22, 2017 3:21 pm
OOC:
Command action was during his turn, just waiting to see if it was still up.OOC:
Using Fight from the front at +2 since the target from Haguk is still up.Rolls
Fight from the front - (1d20+7)
(4) + 7 = 11
Command Points on a hit - (1d3)
(3) = 3
Damage on a Hit - (2d6+1)
(42) + 1 = 7
Save vs Ongoing. - (1d20)
(20) = 20
Jan 23, 2017 11:11 pm
Xanxus swings wildly at the air, failing to make anything more than a glancing contact with the highly mobile giant wasp.The Hellwasp strikes back though, it's stinger probing the half light in search of flesh.
OOC:
Miss. 7 damage.OOC:
5 damage to Xanxus. Ongoing damage ended and no new ongoing damage based on a natural odd roll. Domitius up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 4 attack on Xanxus - (1d20+6)
(15) + 6 = 21
Jan 25, 2017 10:05 pm
Domitius winced as the stinger pierced his flesh. He put out his hand and a concussive pulse of dark energy radiated from him at the Hellwasp (5).
His minion reared back and lashed out with its claws.
Attack: Intelligence + Level vs. PD
Hit: 4d6 + Intelligence negative energy damage.
First Miss: Half damage, and make the attack again against an enemy you haven’t already targeted with unholy blast this turn.
Second Miss: Half damage, or full damage if the escalation die is 1+ and you choose to decrease it by 1.
If that brings it to 5HP or less, I'll Deathknell it and take it to 0. If not, I'm going to trigger my Cruel Racial power and deal an extra 10pts ongoing damage. A normal save (11+) ends the effect.
His minion reared back and lashed out with its claws.
OOC:
Casting Unholy Blast:Attack: Intelligence + Level vs. PD
Hit: 4d6 + Intelligence negative energy damage.
First Miss: Half damage, and make the attack again against an enemy you haven’t already targeted with unholy blast this turn.
Second Miss: Half damage, or full damage if the escalation die is 1+ and you choose to decrease it by 1.
If that brings it to 5HP or less, I'll Deathknell it and take it to 0. If not, I'm going to trigger my Cruel Racial power and deal an extra 10pts ongoing damage. A normal save (11+) ends the effect.
Last edited January 25, 2017 10:07 pm
Rolls
Unholy Blast vs PD - (1d20+9)
(14) + 9 = 23
Minion Attack vs AC - (1d20+7)
(5) + 7 = 12
Unholy Blast negative energy damage - (4d6+4)
(2165) + 4 = 18
Jan 25, 2017 11:48 pm
The hellwasp spins in a downward spiral, almost reaching the ground before flying back up, battered but unbowed.
OOC:
You didn't bring it down to 5 or below but it is now staggered. Blackstar up.Jan 26, 2017 4:39 am
Having drawn his titanium rod, Blackstar draws back his arm and strikes the nearest Hellwasp.
[ +- ] Castigation
Castigation
(At-will * Close-quarters * Target: 1 engaged enemy if any, or 1 nearby enemy) Attack: Cha + Level vs. MD Hit: 1d8 + Cha psychic damage. Hit vs Staggered Enemy: As a hit, at maximum damage. Miss: Damage = Level. Blood of Warriors: When you hit a demon it’s also hampered (save ends)
(At-will * Close-quarters * Target: 1 engaged enemy if any, or 1 nearby enemy) Attack: Cha + Level vs. MD Hit: 1d8 + Cha psychic damage. Hit vs Staggered Enemy: As a hit, at maximum damage. Miss: Damage = Level. Blood of Warriors: When you hit a demon it’s also hampered (save ends)
[ +- ] Still active? effects
Unsure if these have triggered or not:
Chaos Blessing (Aura): Next enemy that engages Blackstar this battle takes 2d6 damage.
War Drums: The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.
Chaos Blessing (Aura): Next enemy that engages Blackstar this battle takes 2d6 damage.
War Drums: The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.
Rolls
Castigation attack vs. MD, psychic damage - (1d20+9, 1d8+4)
1d20+9 : (1) + 9 = 10
1d8+4 : (7) + 4 = 11
Spell category for next round - (1d6)
(2) = 2
Effect - (1d20)
(16) = 16
Jan 30, 2017 4:09 pm
Blackstar sends sparks flying off the stone floor of the dungeon but does little damage to the Hellwasp which strikes back immediately causing Blackstar to recoil in pain as the stinger finds it's mark.
OOC:
5 points of damage. Haguk up next. Escalation +4.Rolls
Hellwasp 3 attack on Blackstar - (1d20+6)
(14) + 6 = 20
Jan 30, 2017 6:12 pm
Haguk screams in fury, having had enough of these beasts. "Return to the hell that spawned you," he yells as he swipes at the closest Hellwasp.
OOC:
Using Barbarian Rage Adventurer Feat: Whenever the escalation die is 4+, as a quick action, you can start raging for free. (It doesn't count against your normal usage.) This rage lasts until the end of the battle, as normal.Rolls
Attack Roll Hellwasp 3 - (1d20+10, 1d20+10)
1d20+10 : (12) + 10 = 22
1d20+10 : (6) + 10 = 16
Damage (Miss=2) - (1d10+4, 1d6)
1d10+4 : (10) + 4 = 14
1d6 : (5) = 5
Feb 1, 2017 3:27 pm
Xanxus rushed in behind his larger and likely angrier battlemate and slashed at his target.
Rolls
Fight from the Front (Basic Melee attack) Crit 19+ - (1d20+7)
(13) + 7 = 20
Command Points on a hit. - (1d3)
(2) = 2
Damage - (2d6+1)
(64) + 1 = 11
Feb 1, 2017 11:51 pm
Xanxus connects with the Hellwasp (4) and the resounding crunch leaves him in no doubt that the beast felt it. It yelps in pain.It recovers enough to sting at Xanxus' head in retaliation and Xanxus joy is short lived as he feels an evil needle pierce his neck.
OOC:
11 damage. Hellwasp is now staggered.OOC:
5 damage. Domitius up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 4 attack on Xanxus - (1d20+6)
(17) + 6 = 23
Feb 2, 2017 8:09 pm
OOC:
Did Blackstar's War Drums effect get factored into the damage Xanxus dealt?Blackstar says:
The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.Feb 4, 2017 11:42 pm
njohn858 says:
OOC:
Did Blackstar's War Drums effect get factored into the damage Xanxus dealt?Blackstar says:
The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.OOC:
Yeah, both of Blackstar's effects were taken into consideration. You'll all be glad to hear that these things are on their knees at last. All three are staggered and Hellwasps 3 and 4 are both 5 hp or below.Feb 4, 2017 11:42 pm
caledoniaman says:
njohn858 says:
OOC:
Did Blackstar's War Drums effect get factored into the damage Xanxus dealt?Blackstar says:
The next natural odd attack roll any of the PC's makes this battle that hits an enemy deals 17 extra damage.OOC:
Yeah, both of Blackstar's effects were taken into consideration. You'll all be glad to hear that these things are on their knees at last. All three are staggered and Hellwasps 3 and 4 are both 5 hp or below. Am I right in thinking Domitius is till to attack this round?Feb 5, 2017 10:02 pm
Domitius reached toward one of the faltering Hellwasps, and the creature's remaining life force was pulled into the dark elf's body. Eyes burning with the unnatural energy, he pointed toward the other and a crackle of negative energy cut through the air. His minion turned its attention to the halest of the three and lashed out with its claws.
OOC:
Quick action to Deathknell Hellwasp 3, and casting Chant of Endings at Hellwasp 4. The minion is attacking the staggered Hellwasp.Rolls
Healing from Deathknell - (1d6)
(4) = 4
Chant of Endings (vs MD) - (1d20+10)
(15) + 10 = 25
Chant of Endings Damage (if hit) - (1d10+4)
(3) + 4 = 7
Minion Damage (if hit) - (1d10)
(7) = 7
Minion Attack - (1d20+7)
(1) + 7 = 8
Feb 6, 2017 3:20 pm
Xanxus barks out at the skeleton like it was one of his company's mercenaries, "Stop flailing and dancing about and kill it!"
OOC:
using Try Again command: (Interrupt action) One nearby ally that made an attack roll (on that ally’s turn) Effect: The target can reroll the attack but must use the new result. - 2 Command Points.[ +- ] Scratch paper stuff
HP: 8/32 CP: 1
Feb 6, 2017 4:10 pm
The skeletal creature's jump had missed the Hellwasp by a wide margin. It landed and cocked it's head to Xanxus' order. Turning, it bared its fangs and hissed. Then it attacked.
Rolls
Minion Attack (vs AC) - (1d20+7)
(9) + 7 = 16
Fire Damage (if hit) - (1d10)
(4) = 4
Feb 6, 2017 9:36 pm
Two hellwasps fall out of the sky (3&4) stone dead, twitching before finally falling still. The last remaining hellwasp takes a solid thump from Domitius Minion. It looks to be on it's last wings and another decent hit should kill it. Until then it takes one last, slightly wobbly swoop at Domitius, connecting successfully and making Domitius wince.
OOC:
5 damage and 5 ongoing damage because it's a natural even roll. Blackstar has the chance to finish this as he's up next.Rolls
Hellwasp 5 attack on Domitius - (1d20+6)
(10) + 6 = 16
Feb 7, 2017 1:54 am
OOC:
And as luck would have it, this round's randomly selected spell is an attack spell!Last edited February 7, 2017 1:58 am
Rolls
Attack vs. PD - (1d20+10)
(17) + 10 = 27
Damage - (1d8+4)
(5) + 4 = 9
Warp Effect - (1d6)
(2) = 2
Feb 7, 2017 12:35 pm
The final hellwasp collapses to the ground in a heap. The cavernous maw that is the Devouring Dark is completely silent. The bridge ahead of you awaits. Beyond the bridge are three vast tunnels, with 60' high ceilings each. The tunnels all lead forward.
OOC:
Can you All upgrade to level 3 please.Feb 7, 2017 7:46 pm
Haguk stands panting, his hands gripping the sword hard. "If those were the bugs around here, I'd hate to see the bears."
He looks into the distance, trying to make out anything in the three tunnels.
He looks into the distance, trying to make out anything in the three tunnels.
Feb 8, 2017 2:21 am
The skeletal minion skittered back to Domitius where it collapsed in a heap. Willing the fire to dissipate, he scooped the bones into his bag before rising and surveying the damage. "Yes. If these were bees, I too fear the bears who seek their honey." He wrestled a stinger from one of the wasps and inspected it before placing it in his bag of bones, "No barbs. Chances are these were of the wasp variety instead, so perhaps our fears of bears are ill-placed. The size of the insects though!"
He moved to the bridge and studied the three tunnels, "Shall we discover what other monstrosities await us?"
I'll finish the leveling up tomorrow.
Edit: Leveling complete.
He moved to the bridge and studied the three tunnels, "Shall we discover what other monstrosities await us?"
OOC:
Is there any markings or anything on the tunnels to distinguish them from eachother? Any of them appear well-tread?I'll finish the leveling up tomorrow.
Edit: Leveling complete.
Last edited February 8, 2017 9:08 pm
Feb 8, 2017 4:17 pm
Xanxus eventually calms his breath before moving forward and sending a boot into the larger part of one of the dead downed insects, "Makes no difference what it is as long as it can be putt down we will..." he states sheathing his sword and running a hand through his hair. Xanus comes alongside Domitius and looks about at the ground. As a Nomad he was somewhat familiar with attempting to pick up trails or the lack there of. He quietly scanned the grounds his jaw already locked again his eyes narrowing.
OOC:
Finished leveling up just now.Feb 12, 2017 11:00 pm
OOC:
Back. Apologies.The third tunnel (leftmost) is also reminiscent of a living organism, like the intestine of a strange heaving beast. This one is slick with black moisture though.
Feb 13, 2017 5:12 pm
"All if favor of going down the creepier tunnel and mucking about?" Xanxus states raising a hand.
Feb 13, 2017 7:29 pm
Domitius walked across the bridge and crouched in front of the left gateway. He poked a finger at the spongy surface at his feet then examined his now-black fingertip. "I have spent much of my life studying the insides of bodies. And yet this is the first time where I have seen it from the inside out!"
OOC:
Rolling to see if my background gives me any indication of what the black substances is.....bile perhaps?Rolls
what is this stuff? - (1d20+6)
(5) + 6 = 11
Feb 15, 2017 12:14 am
njohn858 says:
Domitius walked across the bridge and crouched in front of the left gateway. He poked a finger at the spongy surface at his feet then examined his now-black fingertip. "I have spent much of my life studying the insides of bodies. And yet this is the first time where I have seen it from the inside out!"OOC:
Rolling to see if my background gives me any indication of what the black substances is.....bile perhaps?Feb 15, 2017 3:05 am
"Eeny, meeny, miny, moe..." Blackstar's finger ends up pointing down the center tunnel. He then proceeds to stroll into the muckier, left-most tunnel.
Feb 15, 2017 6:46 pm
Rubbing the goo between his fingers, Domitius nodded at the strange human and followed him down the tunnel.
Feb 15, 2017 7:15 pm
Haugk moves after the rest. "What spell was that Blackstar? Did it tell you what danger's ahead?"
Feb 17, 2017 11:46 am
The tunnel continues downhill. You'd swear that you can feel the floor underneath you pulsate as you walk on it. Surely that must be your imagination though, right? After about 60 feet of walking, the tunnel ends abruptly at an opening. The cavern beyond seems to have no ceiling, in fact, you're pretty sure you can see stars above you.
Of more pressing importance however is the fact that your access top this further cavern is blocked by a 20 foot wide, fast flowing ink-black river which gushes through from right to left (as you look at it) in a torrent.
Of more pressing importance however is the fact that your access top this further cavern is blocked by a 20 foot wide, fast flowing ink-black river which gushes through from right to left (as you look at it) in a torrent.
OOC:
Sorry for the slowness. Life :(Feb 21, 2017 8:44 am
Haguk walks up to the edge of the river and looks for a long moment at the distance before piping up. "I can make it. If someone ha a rope I can make a way for the rest of you to follow."
OOC:
Is there something that I could fasten a rope in on both sides?Feb 21, 2017 10:08 am
"I have this." Blackstar produces a coil of the strangest rope the group has ever seen. It's barely the finger's breadth thick, but strong, woven of a strange, gray material. Like each of the strange man's few possessions, the unusual rope was scavenged from the wreckage of the ship transported him from his home world to this one.
OOC:
It's 50ft of paracord.Last edited February 21, 2017 12:12 pm
Feb 21, 2017 11:25 am
SelectiveAmnesia says:
Haguk walks up to the edge of the river and looks for a long moment at the distance before piping up. "I can make it. If someone ha a rope I can make a way for the rest of you to follow."OOC:
Is there something that I could fasten a rope in on both sides?OOC:
Your instincts tell you that your best bet would be to jump over with the rope.Feb 21, 2017 11:26 am
Jabes.plays.RPG says:
"I have this." Blackstar produces a coil of the strangest rope the group has ever seen. It's barely the finger's breadth thick, but strong, woven of a strange, gray material.OOC:
It's 50ft of paracord.OOC:
I'm keen to incorporate this but you need to give me some kind of narrative to work with. Why does Blackstar have paracord in a world without parachutes?Feb 21, 2017 2:08 pm
Jabes.plays.RPG says:
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Edited my previous.OOC:
Cool. Let's roll with that. Interested to see where this rope leads us :)Feb 21, 2017 4:09 pm
Xanxus shrugs and ties himself off with the far end of the rope in case their jumper needed to be pulled back.
Feb 21, 2017 6:03 pm
Haguk unsheathes his sword, laying it carefully on the ground, figuring this will probably be easier without it weighing him down. "Watch over it. It is my most cheerest posession." He pauses for a moment. "It is pretty much my only posession."
Tying the other end of the rope around himself, he takes as long running start as he can before making the jump.
Tying the other end of the rope around himself, he takes as long running start as he can before making the jump.
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Hoping I can use Scout for the Bloodslammer Tribe +4, as he is used to traversing difficult terrain. Assuming it is a Strength check.Rolls
Scout for the Bloodslammer Tribe +4 - (1d20+8)
(8) + 8 = 16
Feb 22, 2017 10:11 am
njohn858 says:
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Can I use Mage Hand to assist Haguk in some way?OOC:
Save it, as Haguk has cleared the river of his own accord.Feb 22, 2017 10:13 am
Haguk runs down the slope and launches himself across the raging torrent. As he hits the ground in the passageway opposite, his left foot skids slightly on landing but he manages to recover himself. Looking back over the river, he sees the remainder of the party staring at him in amazement at his display of athletic chops.
Haguk looks down the passageway and while it is pitch black, he senses that it opens into a sizeable cavern. He's sure he can hear what sounds like the soft lapping of the waves of some underground sea or lake.
Haguk looks down the passageway and while it is pitch black, he senses that it opens into a sizeable cavern. He's sure he can hear what sounds like the soft lapping of the waves of some underground sea or lake.
Feb 23, 2017 3:12 am
Smiling in the darkness at the other man's agility, Domitius muttered, "Had I tried that, I likely would have landed in the river!" He called to Haguk, "Do you see anything you could secure the rope to? Or do you think you can manage to pull us across? No telling how deep this is."
Feb 23, 2017 1:14 pm
"Think it's just..." he starts, looking around at the slippery substance with a frown. "..goo."
"But if we start with the lightest of you, you could help me pull in the heaviest of you."
"But if we start with the lightest of you, you could help me pull in the heaviest of you."
Feb 23, 2017 1:45 pm
"Right you two figure out how to tie yourself off to the rope and get across. One at a time doesn't matter the order."
Feb 23, 2017 3:11 pm
"Fair enough. I'm mostly skin and bones, so I'll go first. Though some of my bones are far denser than others." He paused to remember the process he underwent to replace his left femur and gave a toothy grin, "Yes, some are far denser."
Looping his bag of bones over a shoulder, he grabbed hold of the rope and plunged into the inky fluid.
Looping his bag of bones over a shoulder, he grabbed hold of the rope and plunged into the inky fluid.
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Do we need to roll to cross?Feb 23, 2017 9:32 pm
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Do we need to roll to cross?OOC:
It's fairly fast flowing so STR+LVL+Any relevant background you can convince me about.....Feb 23, 2017 9:48 pm
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Using the background, "replaced all the bones in my body with bones of the dead (3)" as I would have had to learn how to grit my teeth through any physical difficulties I was facing to press on toward my goal. Never give up! Never surrender!Rolls
Cross the River! (d20+1+3+3) - (1d20+7)
(19) + 7 = 26
Feb 23, 2017 11:10 pm
njohn858 says:
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Using the background, "replaced all the bones in my body with bones of the dead (3)" as I would have had to learn how to grit my teeth through any physical difficulties I was facing to press on toward my goal. Never give up! Never surrender!OOC:
Yeah, replacing all your bones would make crossing a river seem like childsplay.Feb 23, 2017 11:17 pm
Emerging from the river, Domitus clapped Haguk on the shoulder, "Thank you sir, for helping pull an old elf across the stream. Now, let's help the others, shall we?"
He untied himself and tossed the end of the sodden rope back to the others waiting on the far shore.
He untied himself and tossed the end of the sodden rope back to the others waiting on the far shore.
Feb 24, 2017 11:42 pm
Everyone manages to cross the river successfully, although at one point Xanxus almost loses his footing. A loud yell and a few flapping motions with his arms steadies him though and he manages to regain his balance and his composure.
You all stand on the opposite bank. Ahead is a short tunnel sloping downwards towards the sound of gentle lapping of waves on a pebbled shore.
You all stand on the opposite bank. Ahead is a short tunnel sloping downwards towards the sound of gentle lapping of waves on a pebbled shore.
Feb 24, 2017 11:47 pm
Blackstar winds his parachute cord back into a coil and lashes it to his pack. He chuckled softly to himself, lost in some memory or other of a time worlds away from here.
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Feb 24, 2017 11:55 pm
Domitius mused, "That's some kind of rope! Reminds me of the small tendons that a dragon has on its back right above the wings. Incredibly strong for their size too." He shrugged then peered down the passageway briefly before continuing in that direction.
Feb 25, 2017 12:06 am
The slope carries on downwards for about 200 yards in complete darkness before opening out into the most vast cavern any of you can remember ever seeing. From where you are standing, the slope continues down to an inky black lake. About a mile away across the cavern, and on the other side of the lake is a dark tower. Around the base of the tower is the most ramshackle shanty town you've seen in a long while. Between you and the nearest edge of the lake to you is a large wall which spans the entire cavern and is at least 100ft high if it's an inch. The path from the cave entrance leads down to a point in the wall where there is a large stone gate the most striking feature of which is a huge carved face.
Feb 25, 2017 12:19 am
"Ah, signs of intelligent life, and land dwellers at that. I don't believe those wasps would have even bothered with a wall. Shall we descend and see what kind of intelligence we're dealing with?"
Feb 25, 2017 1:31 pm
As you approach the 'gate' you hear an ominous grinding noise, like two huge boulders rubbing together. Your initial thought is that the gate is opening but you eventually realise that the noise is emanating from the heavy, closed eyelids of the stone face on the door.
The eyelids are opening. Slowly.
As they open fully, the grinding turns to a roar as the mouth of the face opens in an almost impossible granite yawn. Once it gathers it's composure, the face in the gate looks at you all.
"Evening"
The eyelids are opening. Slowly.
As they open fully, the grinding turns to a roar as the mouth of the face opens in an almost impossible granite yawn. Once it gathers it's composure, the face in the gate looks at you all.
"Evening"
Feb 25, 2017 2:34 pm
When the other gets over with his sword, he inspect it carefully before following the rest down to the stone gate. Hearing it speak don't seem to surprise him. "How can you tell," Haguk mutters, distressing the lack of any sign of what time it is.
Feb 25, 2017 4:07 pm
Domitius also found Haguk's question quite humorous, but he simply smiled. Approaching the rock face boldly, he bowed and answered, "Good evening! I trust your judgement on that being the time of day. For as we are new to this environ, we have yet to discern the passage of time in the heavenly expanses above. We have been devoured by darkness in our search for a missing bauble. Have many passed by this way in weeks past?"
Feb 25, 2017 5:14 pm
First of all, let me address your question about me knowledge of the current time. When you're made of stone aeons old, you make it your business to know about time. Time is part of your, lets say, "genetic makeup".
As for who has passed? Some. Not many. Some as does gets past get no further than Dungeon Town over there. Some further. They come back with tales to tell. Make the pebbles on the back of your neck stand up.
He gestures behind him with his stone eyebrows as best he can, in the general direction of the settlement in the near distance, beneath the tower.
Thing is, they all had to get past me first. Most of them opted for the riddle. Some tried to climb the walls. One lot even tried to stand on me nose as a means of climbing over me. Brave move, given my nose's proximity to my mouth. Needed salt they did. I do love minerals of any kind.
Some opted to fight my champion 'Boulder'. Big fella. Nice enough in his own way but not prone to acts of compassion or mercy as a general rule. Flaw in his character really. Shame.
So what will it be? I'd love to let you through, but I'm an employee see and it's more than me jobs worth. Particulary because, as you can perhaps ascertain, my very nature and physical attributes tend to lead exclusively to door work and there ain't a lot of it on the go down here. So, climb, fight or riddle?
As for who has passed? Some. Not many. Some as does gets past get no further than Dungeon Town over there. Some further. They come back with tales to tell. Make the pebbles on the back of your neck stand up.
He gestures behind him with his stone eyebrows as best he can, in the general direction of the settlement in the near distance, beneath the tower.
Thing is, they all had to get past me first. Most of them opted for the riddle. Some tried to climb the walls. One lot even tried to stand on me nose as a means of climbing over me. Brave move, given my nose's proximity to my mouth. Needed salt they did. I do love minerals of any kind.
Some opted to fight my champion 'Boulder'. Big fella. Nice enough in his own way but not prone to acts of compassion or mercy as a general rule. Flaw in his character really. Shame.
So what will it be? I'd love to let you through, but I'm an employee see and it's more than me jobs worth. Particulary because, as you can perhaps ascertain, my very nature and physical attributes tend to lead exclusively to door work and there ain't a lot of it on the go down here. So, climb, fight or riddle?
Feb 27, 2017 4:12 pm
Xanxus leans backwards slightly and rotates a shoulder and exhales a bit stiff maybe from their jaunt after the wasps getting here, "How about riddle first with a chance of a bribe? You love minerals of any kind but what haven't you had?" he requests looking to the others.
Feb 27, 2017 4:54 pm
"I agree. We've already fought off monsters and have been swallowed; let us pit our minds against yours in a contest of wit. Besides, once we have concluded our business yonder, we will probably return this direction, and I'd rather us part company in good spirits." He gave a sly grin, "What answer do most give to your riddle?"
Feb 27, 2017 11:47 pm
Very well.
I will give you three chances to answer. If you get them all wrong then I will introduce you to a good friend of mine. Although I fear he will be no friend of yours. Listen well.
I am a beast with many faces.
Often you'll meet me with my brother.
Though not a spell, I am cast.
Though not large, I am fate's master.
And though not a friend, you'll praise me until I bite you.
What am I?
I will give you three chances to answer. If you get them all wrong then I will introduce you to a good friend of mine. Although I fear he will be no friend of yours. Listen well.
I am a beast with many faces.
Often you'll meet me with my brother.
Though not a spell, I am cast.
Though not large, I am fate's master.
And though not a friend, you'll praise me until I bite you.
What am I?
Feb 28, 2017 3:03 am
Domitius smiled broadly, "Aye. I have rattled enough bones to recognize a description of them. Especially the oddly shaped ones with little pips. I stand beside Blackstar's answer."
Feb 28, 2017 2:26 pm
"How does cutting someone up quickly have anything to do with that..." Xanxus asks looking from the odd one to his fellow silverfolk a bit confused.
Feb 28, 2017 3:52 pm
The face in the gate closes it's eyes then sighs, the sound of which sounds like a ton of gravel being poured down a granite chute.
Well done. You may enter.
The gate slides slowly open with a dull grating noise to reveal a steady downward slope to a large ink black lake, at the far side of which stands the tower and the enigmatically named "Dungeon Town". As you step through the gate it slides closed behind you.
Well done. You may enter.
The gate slides slowly open with a dull grating noise to reveal a steady downward slope to a large ink black lake, at the far side of which stands the tower and the enigmatically named "Dungeon Town". As you step through the gate it slides closed behind you.
Feb 28, 2017 4:10 pm
Xanxus once through the threshold asks again his question before heading down the slope to check out the best way to get to Dungeon Town. "If we run into any 'tasty bits' we'll keep you in mind." he offers over his shoulder.
Feb 28, 2017 6:17 pm
Haguk has been silent throughout the whole riddle, thinking hard, as he walk through the gate he mutters as if he suddenly got it: "Dice, huh. It fits."
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Feb 28, 2017 7:03 pm
As Xanxus trudges down the path, he could swear he can hear the gate strain it's neck in a vain attempt to look back at him.
Golems. I likes Golems. Not had one in a while mind buts I do likes them.
Golems. I likes Golems. Not had one in a while mind buts I do likes them.
Feb 28, 2017 8:16 pm
Xanxus nods his head to the side, logistically Golems were quite big. Being someone his side it made sense partially he had a big appetite. "I'll see what I can do... No promises"
Mar 2, 2017 10:27 am
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A wee nudge along for you all. Can I assume you are heading for the settlement or are you checking something else out en route (e.g. the inky black lake)?Mar 2, 2017 1:50 pm
Xanxus looks from the lake to the town and tries to deduce if it's something they could circumvent. If so he'll stomp off to the town.