Episode 2

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DMJ

Dec 7, 2018 8:32 pm
Ghoulish Slave v. Trece
R2


The gaunt slave sprints forward, loping on its hands at first before building to full speed. It throws itself headlong at Trece with no self-regard, diving in and scraping at him violently with its mailed gloves, rugged but sharpened iron blades at the end of each finger.

The waif wretch coughs and spits sticky vomit out of its mouth even as it fights. Trece can smell the singe of burning flesh - the animalistic slave's spittle is acid!

Attacks at Disadvantage from previous Dodge Action.

Rolls

Clawed mail glove attack - (1d20+4)

(18) + 4 = 22

Clawed mail glove attack Disadvantage - (1d20+4)

(9) + 4 = 13

damage - (2d4+2)

(22) + 2 = 6

DMJ

Dec 7, 2018 8:46 pm
SM11 v. Adar-Malic
https://dl.dropbox.com/s/vhcl3cfmvkyg9v3/hybrid11.png

Adar-Malic is under duress. A lean muscular hybrid bears down on him with sharp pincer claws and then shoots in with snapping external mandibles.

Hit and Hit
Requires DC 11 CON Save or Poisoned


The young tattooed man yells out in agony as the foul beast's teeth sink into his shoulder, injecting a burning poison.

Fail Save.

Rolls

Pincer Claw Attack - (1d20+4)

(12) + 4 = 16

damage - (2d4+2)

(31) + 2 = 6

damage - (2d8+2)

(62) + 2 = 10

Bite Attack (lost on first post) - (1d20+4)

(15) + 4 = 19

DC 11 CON save vs. Poison - (1d20+2)

(1) + 2 = 3

Dec 7, 2018 8:58 pm
"Fear has that effect; sending others in your place for battle." Trece's gaze shifts to the lieutenant, directing his previous sentence onto him as well. He stands outstretched, even as the ghoul charges, staring through it to the devil. Effortlessly, eyes piercing at the devil, he ducks out of the ghoul's strike and steps forwards so his back is to the ghoul. He straightens back, adopting his crucified pose once more, keeping his eyes trained on the devil, he calls to him "It matters not who's blood of yours I spill, you are all enemies of Palla Ba."

Not sparing another minute, Trece spins on his heels and uses the momentum to attempt to slam his clenched fist into the ghoul behind him. Quickly following up with a stab to it's gut and another punch to the opposite side. He slips behind the ghoul one more, so not to have his back turned on anyone.
OOC:
Feels good to be back, fellas.

Rolls

A1: Punch - (1d20+7, 1d6+4)

1d20+7 : (13) + 7 = 20

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

A2: Stab - (1d20+9, 1d6+8)

1d20+9 : (15) + 9 = 24

1d6+8 : (2) + 8 = 10

BA: Punch - (1d20+7, 1d6+4)

1d20+7 : (10) + 7 = 17

1d6+4 : (2) + 4 = 6

Dec 7, 2018 9:09 pm
OOC:
Hey all; super slammed this week and it won't be able to devote much until Saturday at the earliest, but just want to throw out some dice for Thorn's missing turn. Welcome back HypCo!
Thorn's muscles bulge as he attempts to throw off the webbing, then Urdav's blade searches out the nearest targets, feinting left, plunging right.
Last edited December 7, 2018 9:18 pm

Rolls

DC 11 STR (Athletics) Check to escape - (1d20+8)

(7) + 8 = 15

Action Surge, Attack #1, feinting attack - (1d20+9)

(6) + 9 = 15

Attack #1 damage, if hit - (1d8, 2d6+7)

1d8 : (5) = 5

2d6+7 : (35) + 7 = 15

Action Surge, Attack #2, advantage from feint - (1d20+9, 1d20+9)

1d20+9 : (14) + 9 = 23

1d20+9 : (13) + 9 = 22

Attack #2 damage, if hit - (2d6+7)

(41) + 7 = 12

Reroll 1 on Attack #2 (GWF) - (1d6)

(4) = 4

Dec 7, 2018 9:41 pm
Welcome back Hyp!

X, wouldn't ASurge give you more attacks? Maybe I missed something?
Dec 7, 2018 9:56 pm
I figured it was a full action to get out of the web. Then an action surge for two attacks. Let me know if I missed something.
Dec 7, 2018 10:02 pm
OOC:
I think he means an attack against the web (AC 10, 5 hp) would use up just 1 attack of an attack action instead of using an entire action for a STR check.

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 2:24 am
Trece
R2


Trece spins and unleashes the series of attacks. Strike - Stab - Strike. The lean and depraved slave is rocked this way and that in a rhythm, three injuries received in rapid succession.

All 3 Attacks Hit

Trece's last blow hits square in the chest, breaking the septum and sending the spewing wretch stumbling directly backwards toward the hallway. It hits the floor hard and slides on its back several feet. It writhes on its back, spraying the froth and liquid up in the air only to fall back down to melt its own face and neck. Trece has already turned back around to eye the muscular horned lieutenant who stands studying him attentively, but curiously has not yet drawn any weapons.

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 2:37 am
Thorn
R2


Thorn rips free from the restraining web strands, freeing up his torso, legs, and arms. He goes straight to work slashing away at the spider hybrid ambushers.

Both Attacks Hit, applied to SM4

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 2:50 am
Xorthan says:
I figured it was a full action to get out of the web. Then an action surge for two attacks. Let me know if I missed something.
OOC:
What you say is a reasonable way of looking at things. As you know though Dark Thrones operates under a blanket Fighter and Barbarian Favoritism (FBF) policy. Martial classes often get the generous interpretation on rules and Action economy. This leaves room for some case-by-case adjustments.

In this specific scenario, I'm going to say that Thorn can use just 1 Attack (instead of an entire Standard Action) to break free of the webs. So that means at this point he could make one more Attack. Hell, Yeah. Send it when you get clear.

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 8:01 am
SM7 v. Thorn
R2


https://dl.dropbox.com/s/zuikql1a9c0jslf/Hybrid7.png

A wild spider monster with a set of four lanky arms stabs frantically at Thorn with crude knives even as it uses its free arms and legs scrape and claw all over the big warrior. Bearing in relentlessly it snaps its teeth again and again trying to bypass Thorn's armor and sink fangs and mandibles into flesh.

2 dagger stabs. Bite.
If bite Hit, Required Action: DC 11 CON Save vs. Poison

Rolls

stab - (1d20+4)

(9) + 4 = 13

damage - (1d4+2)

(2) + 2 = 4

stab 2 - (1d20+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

damage - (1d4)

(4) = 4

bite - (1d20+4)

(15) + 4 = 19

bite damage, DC 11 Poison Save required if Hit - (1d8+2)

(1) + 2 = 3

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 8:16 am
SM6 v. Bryn
R2


https://dl.dropbox.com/s/hl9pqull5q8upob/Hybrid6.jpg

A bloated and grotesque spider fiend with a horrid face watches in frustration as Bryn tumbles past it. The lumbering oaf monster turns and leans heavy towards the agile Dannein, trying to wrap him with its long sinewy arms and bear on him with all of its bulk. A pile of teeth and pincers snap and chew under a mass of bulbous black eyes.

Grapple Attempt.
Bite.

Required Action, Bryn: STR Athletics or DEX Acrobatics check in comparison to avoid Grapple attempt

Rolls

Grapple Attempt v. Bryn - (1d20+5)

(6) + 5 = 11

Bite - (1d20+4)

(11) + 4 = 15

damage - (1d8+2)

(6) + 2 = 8

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 8:25 am
SM1 v. Kray
R2


https://dl.dropbox.com/s/iwa7gor3dsjrak3/Hybrid1.png

After being threatened by the elusive Jeresian's wicked curved blade, an angered spider man hybrid lashes out in revenge against Kray.

Claw/Claw/Bite
OOC:
...an AD&D Classic
A Hit on Bite requires CON DC 11 Save, Poison

Rolls

Claw - (1d20+4)

(20) + 4 = 24

damage - (1d4+2)

(3) + 2 = 5

Claw - (1d20+4)

(19) + 4 = 23

damage - (1d4+2)

(2) + 2 = 4

Bite - (1d20+4)

(14) + 4 = 18

damage, DC 11 CON Save required if hit - (1d8+2)

(6) + 2 = 8

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 8:38 am
SM10 v. Namtur
R2


https://dl.dropbox.com/s/76s1qbg3uvz574e/Hybrid10.jpg

A bulky brute spider wretch assaults Namtur.

Claw. Bite.
DC 11 CON Save Poison if Bite Hit.

Claws Hit
Bite Miss

Rolls

Claws Attack - (1d20+4)

(17) + 4 = 21

Damage - (2d4+2)

(24) + 2 = 8

Bite - (1d20+4)

(1) + 4 = 5

damage, CON Save DC 11 if hit - (1d8+2)

(7) + 2 = 9

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 8:59 am
Round 2 Update
[ +- ] Battle Map, Round 2 in Progress

PCs with all Actions available:
Ahri, Iasu
Optional Action Ahri: DC 12 STR Athletics to swim/pull free from Gel engulf
Optional/Remaining Action Thorn: additional Attack to complete Action Surge, Movement (Bonus Action Overrun)?

Opponents with Actions Remaining:
SM4, SM5, Rabisu, Gel
OOC:
Jabes, Tsavo - its close to a moment where I may elect to take Action on your PC's behalf to avoid further threat or missed opportunity
OOC:
Ez, Ox, X - report in if PCs were hit by bite (I think no on Bryn, unsure about Kray's AC related to shield availability, can't remember Thorn). And if they were bitten, publish CON Save v. Poison results.

DMJ

Dec 8, 2018 2:47 pm
https://dl.dropbox.com/s/pwrbp3lsbqvx504/Rabisu%20Abros%20reduced.JPG

When the muscled devil hears Trece’s challenge, he studies the Seetan monk carefully for a moment before moving or speaking. He breaks the pause by pulling his tattered cloak robe off from over his head and casting it aside. His rippled physique is on full display, as are the coarse tracts of leathery skin and horns that cover his anatomy.

"Your technique is impressive," he says to Trece in a tone that seems quite sincere. He speaks Otessite, but in a thick accent that Trece is not familiar with.


"You are no arena boxer as Nabua described," he continues in his even voice, "but neither do you move like the Deemethresi. And I know you are not from Awidan." He speaks as if he is openly talking through a mental puzzle.

The devil moves slowly and paces out, taking care to space himself away from Trece a reasonable distance. Trece watches the man’s step. He stalks like a panther.

The devil-man takes off his sword belt, holding his long blade by the scabbard with his belt now looped within his grip. Holding the still-sheathed weapon casually at his side, he proposes a question, his curiosity apparently real, "What is the name of this foreign style of yours?"

The battle rages on in the dim light at the other end of the great room.
Dec 8, 2018 5:41 pm
https://dl.dropbox.com/s/nz74a519mimnvwx/Rabisu%20beast%20Ubaratu.jpg

Uburatu, the brooding captain, marches into the scene. He holds his body shield forward, every muscle in his body ready for combat. His thick metal cuirass rattles lightly every time his sandaled feet hit heavy on the floor.

He assesses the rest of the battlefield in his periphery, but he never takes his eyes off of his hated enemy. When he reaches appropriate range he throws javelins at Elam.

2 Javelin Attacks

Miss
Hit


"Pin him in!" he shouts, commanding his support troops. "Close to that corner and do not let him run free!"

Rolls

Javelin at Elam - (1d20+8)

(3) + 8 = 11

damage - (1d6+4)

(6) + 4 = 10

Javelin at Elam - (1d20+8)

(16) + 8 = 24

damage - (1d6+4)

(4) + 4 = 8

Dec 8, 2018 5:50 pm
Trece watches the devil, never missing one of his movements, all while remaining outstretched. He reciprocates the devil shedding his cloak, by moving his arms behind him and letting his own robe fall to the floor. Instead of reforming back to his former pose, he lets his arms rest to his side, tracking the devil every movement once again.

Trece remains silent throughout, letting the devil speak his thoughts. As the sword belt is removed, he adopts a fighting stance, though keeping the hand wielding the spoon at his side, honoring the fact the devil has yet to completely draw his sword "Perhaps when I am standing over your dying body, or you over mine, you will learn of my style. Until then, you fight or run."

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Dec 8, 2018 6:07 pm
https://dl.dropbox.com/s/ifw4uvrrgt4lr7d/Rabisu%20Beast%20Balis.jpg

Balis feeds the wretch slave and unlocks its collar. The gaunt sprints directly into the fray with no hesitation.

Using the commands, Balis sends the armored pawns forward as well. Their dull cloudy eyes lock onto the foreigners and they charge.

The troops and hybrids would shred the invaders. Balis could turn his full attention to Elam and Namtur. He picks up his pace to a trot as he draws and throws.

2 Javelin Ranged Attacks
Hit.
Miss.


Seeing the javelin crash into Namtur's armored side, Balis bellows a rolling laugh that turns into a roaring cackle. He draws his axe, holds up his shield, and takes position to close the gap. He would split little Elam's spine and tear Namtur's tongue out through his neck.

Bonus Action: Rage

Rolls

Javelin at Namtur - (1d20+7)

(14) + 7 = 21

damage - (1d6+4)

(2) + 4 = 6

Javelin at Elam - (1d20+7)

(2) + 7 = 9

damage - (1d6+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

Dec 8, 2018 6:46 pm
The devil accepts Trece's response with a smile and low hum. "So you will keep your style a mystery then? Very well."

He keeps pacing. Slowly circling on a radius from the side angle of the room to the center. When Trece can see more of the devil's facial features, he appears younger than Trece thought at first glance when he was hidden behind the cloak and veiled in the darkness.

"As a youth, I was trained in Pylosean grappling throughout my years as a fighting slave," the devil talks more in his measured tone. "When I was brought to Gelshemish, my brother Elam taught me the Way of Kinaa as well as Hechesi kick-striking."

He moves his hands up slowly, perhaps to show his scaled and horned arm. When he brings his left hand down he tosses the sword, scabbard, and belt lightly to the floor.

"My horns will serve as equal weapons to your pin knife. Do you agree, Seetan?" He nods once at Trece, as if in agreement.

He then shifts smoothly to guard stance. Trece can tell this one is a brawler.

"Do you think your Mystery Style can defeat me?"

Required Action, Trece:
Roll fresh Retro Kung Fu Initiative!


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Rolls

Fighting Devil Initiative - (1d10+2)

(3) + 2 = 5

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