Aug 5, 2018 3:40 pm
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is it possible to portage the boat inland? Episode 2: Welcome to the Jungle!
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Aug 5, 2018 5:14 pm
"I still say we should have scared Erden by making the fish head appear first," Ybus complains to Baracus, obviously disappointed in the lost opportunity. The halfling seems unperturbed by the amount of water soaking his clothes, though he oddly sways side-to-side as if keeping his balance.
Ybus points his belaying pin at the narrow gap and releases concentrated blasts of energy at the trees to make more space.
Ybus points his belaying pin at the narrow gap and releases concentrated blasts of energy at the trees to make more space.
Aug 6, 2018 1:22 am
In the mood to indulge Ybus's humour on account of his help against the fish, Baracus slices off the teeth whorl and dangles it in front of Ybus.
"You could stuff this in your pants next time you go to a brothel."
"You could stuff this in your pants next time you go to a brothel."
Aug 6, 2018 2:37 am
Ybus' magic turns out to be an effective if inelegant bushwhacking tool. The halfling points his belaying pin at the trees the three of you are scrunched up against and lets loose, showering you with wood chips, mud, and pebbles. Several bamboo trees cut at the base but with no space to topple over, thud upright into the mud. With some effort Baracus is able to push these aside to make room. With this method you are able to clear enough space for the rowboat, which Baracus hoists onto land upside down - and none too soon as the vessel was starting to get waterlogged. Using lengths of bamboo to prop it up you are able to turn the overturned boat into a makeshift shelter. The storm continues unabated as night falls, and the river begins to swell its banks. All throughout you have a feeling that you are being watched.
What now? Do you stay here and risk the river? Do you attempt a fire to cook the fish and keep warm? Or do you strike inland? Either way let's see some survival rolls.
What now? Do you stay here and risk the river? Do you attempt a fire to cook the fish and keep warm? Or do you strike inland? Either way let's see some survival rolls.
Aug 6, 2018 2:56 am
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I forgot to answer Len's question. Yes it is possible to portage the boat from this point but with the jungle so dense it will be tough going. When morning arrives or the storm subsides the next question will be whether to continue your journey upriver as planned or to strike inland to the temple ruin.Aug 6, 2018 3:41 am
Ybus happily takes the tooth whorl as a trophy. "Ain't reckon y'all grow roots out yer toes, huh?" he says, beginning to move inland. "Even if this rain lets up, the river's gonna be so swole it can't wipe its backside." Ybus summons an Unseen Servant to help with clearing a path and a campsite to wait out the storm. Should a suitable place be found, Ybus will gather some firewood together, wet or not, and ignite them with castings of Create Bonfire until the flames persist of their own accord.
Rolls
Survival - (1d20+2)
(5) + 2 = 7
Aug 6, 2018 4:19 am
Baracus cooks the choicest parts of the fish over the fire, and waits for the magic users to flavour it.
"Extra spicy for me."
"Extra spicy for me."
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Rolls
Survival - (1d20+4)
(16) + 4 = 20
Aug 19, 2018 7:18 am
Baracus spends the rest of the evening anchoring the roof over their heads against the wind. The sounds of the rain pelting the boat's hull bring back long forgotten memories from the Qinglai highlands. In the space between the waking world and the dreaming, a melody surfaces from his past.
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Hey everyone, back from my trip and excited to get back into the jungle!Aug 21, 2018 9:38 am
You spend the night huddled in your makeshift shelter while the storm rages unabated. The conditions are miserable but you are cheered by each other's company.
The next morning dawns wet but bright. A crisp breeze blows in from the sea and gently sways the trees, sending accumulated rainwater pitter-pattering into the muddy forest floor. The storm has passed, and the day is ripe with opportunity. What do you do?
The next morning dawns wet but bright. A crisp breeze blows in from the sea and gently sways the trees, sending accumulated rainwater pitter-pattering into the muddy forest floor. The storm has passed, and the day is ripe with opportunity. What do you do?
Aug 21, 2018 4:16 pm
Ybus attempts to tie the whorl around his belaying pin, trying to create an impromptu shark-toothed club. "There be natives that make this kind of thing," he says to no one in particular. Failing to properly secure the whorl, however, Ybus resorts to wrapping the fleshy bit around his neck like a choker.
The halfling spends the next 10 minutes summoning an Unseen Servant, and once conjured he mentally commands it to mimic Erden's every move for the hour.
The halfling spends the next 10 minutes summoning an Unseen Servant, and once conjured he mentally commands it to mimic Erden's every move for the hour.
Aug 21, 2018 5:36 pm
"We must continue to the temple."
Baracus single-handedly carries the boat back to the river.
Baracus single-handedly carries the boat back to the river.
Aug 26, 2018 12:18 am
In the time left for his spell, Ybus mentally directs the Unseen Servant to assist Baracus in porting the boat. Of course, the height difference makes for a comical attempt... not that anyone notices.
"Afore we do," he says, picking up some broken pieces of bamboo, "we should check the river. Storms tend t' swell 'em up like sailors at sea catching the dawn's first glimpse of a boob." Ybus compares a few pieces, looking to make something out of something.
"Afore we do," he says, picking up some broken pieces of bamboo, "we should check the river. Storms tend t' swell 'em up like sailors at sea catching the dawn's first glimpse of a boob." Ybus compares a few pieces, looking to make something out of something.
Aug 26, 2018 2:49 am
Baracus has no idea what Ybus is talking about, but he heeds his advice and gives him space to operate. He makes a sport balancing the boat on his head to pass the time.
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Aug 27, 2018 7:15 pm
Ybus does not seem to be checking the river, interested instead in digging into the base of the bamboo grove to look for tender shoots. In the silence, he notices that everybody is waiting for him, so he says, "Just make sure the river's okay to ride on. Lots of rain means lots of water, and riverbeds ain't expand to comp'n'sate."
Rolls
Survival for bamboo shoots - (1d20+2)
(19) + 2 = 21
Aug 27, 2018 8:26 pm
Glad that Ybus knows something about water and boats, Erden nods, "Yes, we'd best be careful or we'll end up somewhere we don't wanna be," he says, trying to break out of the haze he's been in over the past couple of days. Over the course of the journey, Erden uses his magic to create illusions for entertainment as he re-tells the story of the time they were caught between a host of whores intent on killing Ybus (Never wanted to ask why!) and a group of enemy troops just a year into their military service.
Rolls
Survival - (1d20+1)
(13) + 1 = 14
Aug 27, 2018 8:35 pm
Baracus is now on one leg in addition to balancing the boat. He genuinely regards Ybus with surprise as he watches him work so methodically, the way a master works. He ends up losing his balance and stumbling awkwardly into Erden, to whom he turns and says quietly:
When he's serious, he is second to none.
When he's serious, he is second to none.
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Rolls
Acrobatics - (1d20+3)
(4) + 3 = 7
Aug 27, 2018 8:42 pm
Ybus claps two pieces of bamboo together as applause during the magical reenactments, giggling hysterically when Erden gets to the juicy bits (both literally and figuratively).
Given time, Ybus will inspect the conditions on the river to assess whether it is safe to traverse.
Given time, Ybus will inspect the conditions on the river to assess whether it is safe to traverse.
Rolls
Investigation - (1d20+4)
(1) + 4 = 5
Aug 29, 2018 7:19 pm
Ybus determines it is safe to walk across the water's surface. However, testing his findings proves them inaccurate.
The water level is high and there's lots of debris from the storm but thankfully the river hasn't burst its banks. You pile into the boat and start rowing upstream. Thanks to the strengthened current it's a couple of hours before you glimpse the twin waterfall called The Fangs.
You land the boat on the western bank and prepare for the difficult trek south-west through the deep jungle to the temple of the rat cult.
The water level is high and there's lots of debris from the storm but thankfully the river hasn't burst its banks. You pile into the boat and start rowing upstream. Thanks to the strengthened current it's a couple of hours before you glimpse the twin waterfall called The Fangs.
You land the boat on the western bank and prepare for the difficult trek south-west through the deep jungle to the temple of the rat cult.
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Instead of a boring cut-scene from me or running another combat encounter let's have some vignettes instead. Each of you post a notable, unusual event on this trek. Can be an obstacle overcome, but doesn't have to be. Can be a single encounter or an entire side quest. Go wild. Only one condition: no people - no adventurers, nomads, tribesmen, smugglers, etc. Things left behind by people long ago are fine, but no people in the last few decades.Aug 29, 2018 7:26 pm
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Survival for bamboo shoots - (1d20+2)( 19 ) + 2 = 21
Aug 29, 2018 7:40 pm
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Lacking extra ingredients, Ybus will likely boil the bamboo shoots a few times before using them to supplement any other dishes the team comes across. Or, in a pinch, serve as additional rations.But man, if I can find salt and vinegar I'd totally try some adobong labong.
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