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Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below.

Posted by Dungeon MasterFor group 0
Dungeon Master
GM, 1322 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 23 Jan 2019
at 15:31
  • msg #1

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As noted by General Amamentena, you find four Maidens of Madura near the entrance to the catacombs, and they are present with food and water for the lot of you for three days.  The entrance is roughly south of the city, in an area where the floor of the cavern has become significantly more uneven.  The women seem uninterested in speaking with you, but note that they have been instructed to stay here and await your return for up to a week, should you actually return.

The actual opening into the catacombs, with the Maidens reluctantly show you, after some prodding, is at the bottom of a rough but wide set of stairs, much of the work seeming to speak of inexpert work done with inadequate tools.  As usual, absent any light source, this area is pitch-black, and even infravision only shows very slight differences in temperature between the air and the stone here.
Elder Voran
player, 848 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Wed 23 Jan 2019
at 22:29
  • msg #2

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran volunteers to carry the torch.
Roak The Quick
player, 546 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Wed 23 Jan 2019
at 22:35
  • msg #3

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks at Vsaati. "Care to lead the way? Voran can go right behind you with the light. And to cure you if you get hurt or something."
Silverglade
player, 539 posts
Wed 23 Jan 2019
at 22:37
  • msg #4

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade asks Albricht "Do this stonework look safe to your dwarven eyes?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 868 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 00:47
  • msg #5

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"You mean besides the appearance of it being constructed by a three-fingered she-orc drunken on the fermented squeezings of rotten olives? Let me have a look..."

The oldster shuffled his worn sandals across the stones and laid a gnarled hand against the stone, then he leaned in to sniff a little, and finally licked a leathery tongue over the palm of the hand which had rested against the rock as he craned his neck around to inspect...

Dwarven Racial Super Powers: Albricht Burghammer rolled 1 using 1d6 (Success)
Vsaati
player, 302 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 02:19
  • msg #6

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The cutpurse wrinkled her nose at Roak's suggestion and then sighed.  "I suppose you did donate a sword to me," she allowed, before sliding forward to the front of the group.  As the reached the top of the uneven stairs and Silverglade prodded Albricht into action, Vsaati made room for the venerable dwarf to do his thing.

Once he had proclaimed the stairs safe Vsaati would lead the group forward into the darkness, relying of course on Voran's trusty light source to guide her way.
Sherborne
player, 475 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 02:56
  • msg #7

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Having the use of a mace already Sherborne, while he found the conundrum about the best way to supply and get otherwise ready to move on amusing, was ready to get going and followed along.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1324 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 15:38
  • msg #8

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht comes to the conclusion that, despite the sloppy work, the stone here is solid enough.  It won't win any prizes of any sort, but should hold for a hundred years or so, at least.

Vsaati finds herself following a passage that begins to slope downward, broken here and there by a short flight of steps where it becomes steeper for a bit.  After perhaps 250 feet, the otherwise enclosed passage opens out into a large gallery, perhaps 60 or 70 feet across.  The light from the torch illuminates several other exits from this room, and a ring of rough benches stand in the middle, perhaps big enough for 20 or so people to sit upon.
Elder Voran
player, 849 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 22:40
  • msg #9

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, following Vsaati closely, examines the place to see if it had any religious significance.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1325 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 25 Jan 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #10

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As Elder Voran looks around the room, he finds the symbols of a lightning bolt, a wand, coins, and a spear here and there, all roughly cut into walls, floor, and benches.
Silverglade
player, 540 posts
Fri 25 Jan 2019
at 22:48
  • msg #11

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looks and listens at the other exits from this room.
Elder Voran
player, 850 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Sat 26 Jan 2019
at 01:44
  • msg #12

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran takes all this in and turns to the others. "Clearly, this is a place where funerals are held."

He looks at each exit, trying to determine any difference.

Which walls are the exits in?
Vsaati
player, 304 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 26 Jan 2019
at 15:47
  • msg #13

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"That makes sense, as the entrance to the burial catacombs," Vsaati nodded in recognition of Voran's logic.  While the priest examined the various exits the cutpurse used what light was available to examine the interior of the room more closely.  Were there any valuables around, perhaps near an altar of some sort?
Sherborne
player, 476 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 26 Jan 2019
at 16:58
  • msg #14

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne looks about the room and nods in agreement with the Elder.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 871 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 26 Jan 2019
at 19:46
  • msg #15

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"These symbols must belong to the various temples in the city," Albricht posited. "I say we follow the ones with the coins first!"

He shuffled over to find a door thusly marked.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1326 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 27 Jan 2019
at 22:52
  • msg #16

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati is unable to find an altar or other loose valuables in this room.

Silverglade is unable to hear anything down any of the other passages, and all appear to extend into darkness.

Albricht seemingly randomly selects the easternmost passage, second passage counterclockwise from where the group entered, as it is closest to being directly marked with symbols that are reminiscent of coins.  The passage stretches past the limit of the old dwarf's vision, pocked here and there with small niches in the walls.  What may be in the niches, however, is obscured by the poor quality of the light here.

<You've entered at the red "X".>


Roak The Quick
player, 547 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 28 Jan 2019
at 16:59
  • msg #17

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shrugs and begins to lead the little group down the hallway that Albricht selected, tapping the floor in front of him with his greatsword.
Elder Voran
player, 851 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Mon 28 Jan 2019
at 16:59
  • msg #18

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran follows not far behind with his torch.
Lanliss
player, 223 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 28 Jan 2019
at 17:36
  • msg #19

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss follows, bow at the ready.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 872 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 28 Jan 2019
at 18:51
  • msg #20

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Alright then lads, let's find out what the big deal is all about down here..."

The oldster shuffled along, his sandals making small sounds in the corridor. He kept his eyes peeled for oddities in the passage... one eye on this side, the other wandering toward the opposite.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 546 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Mon 28 Jan 2019
at 23:23
  • msg #21

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc cringes every time Roak strikes the floor with his sword, but says nothing.  No skin off his pointed ears.
Sherborne
player, 477 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 29 Jan 2019
at 03:38
  • msg #22

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne trys to keep an eye on the exits looking past each one in succession as he moves along with the group.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1327 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 29 Jan 2019
at 15:43
  • msg #23

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak and Albricht lead the group more or less directly ahead, with a bit of a jog, eventually ending in an irregularly-shaped room filled with small niches in the walls, each about five feet horizontally, and about 18 inches tall.  Almost all of them appear to be filled with bones.


Silverglade
player, 541 posts
Tue 29 Jan 2019
at 21:35
  • msg #24

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will examine some of the bones.
Roak The Quick
player, 548 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 29 Jan 2019
at 23:47
  • msg #25

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stands watch....
Dungeon Master
GM, 1328 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 15:30
  • msg #26

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The bones appear to be human, and quite old.  They are arranged in what appears to be the shape of a person, curled up, knees to chest, facing away from the center of the room.  Each niche is just big enough for the bones inside, with a little bit of a gap around.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 873 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 18:21
  • msg #27

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Why are they facing away...?" Albricht wondered aloud as he approached the center of the chamber. He looked to the floor and the ceiling, looking for anything out of the ordinary.

"They're either scared of something, disgusted by something, or... maybe they all have the same sleeping disorder. Quite often I have to sleep on my side due to this hitch in my knee. If I lay flat on my back that knee relaxes too much and begins to ache. Just bends too far I suppose. Got it whacked real good by a sand troll's club a few dozen years ago..."

"Of course laying on my right side causes the swamp gas in my belly to build up which causes some bloating and discomfort, but if I roll over to my left side, that condition seems to have the opposite problem and I tend to..."

He glanced up to see some sour looks on the faces of his companions.

"Or maybe those corpses just fit better that way... Hrrrumph!"


OOC: Checking out the middle portion of the chamber...
Vsaati
player, 305 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 01:07
  • msg #28

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati simply shook her head at the dwarf's rambling musings, which reminded one more of a dotty old grandfather than an adventuring companion, and then moved to help examine the room in more detail.  Assuming Voran's light reached here, she wanted to see if there were valuables stored alongside the remains of the dead, valuables that might prefer liberation and a return to the land of the living.
Sherborne
player, 478 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 02:06
  • msg #29

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne tries to examine the bones to see if he can determine any purpose or tradition behind the placement of the bones.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1329 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:25
  • msg #30

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Neither Albricht nor Vsaati find much of anything to report, with the room seeming quite empty and plain, aside from the bones.

Sherborne examines the bones and recalls that some faiths require that bodies be laid to rest in certain positions, but the reason for the current arrangement eludes him.

While the group ponder this, a brief, loud snapping sound comes from the direction of the gallery they first entered.
Lanliss
player, 224 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 17:50
  • msg #31

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Neither Albricht nor Vsaati find much of anything to report, with the room seeming quite empty and plain, aside from the bones.

Sherborne examines the bones and recalls that some faiths require that bodies be laid to rest in certain positions, but the reason for the current arrangement eludes him.

While the group ponder this, a brief, loud snapping sound comes from the direction of the gallery they first entered.


Lanliss draws an arrow from her quiver and knocks it, aiming in the direction of the noise.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 874 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 18:02
  • msg #32

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht turned at the sound, motioned everyone to get ready. They had a bottle-neck situation here that might be used to their advantage, however, it was also a dead end with no apparent retreat.

He readied as well by moving toward the side and nearer the entryway so as to perhaps ambush something coming to find them...
Roak The Quick
player, 549 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 00:30
  • msg #33

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak moves right into the middle of the doorway, sword drawn, and waits.
Elder Voran
player, 852 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 00:30
  • msg #34

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, meanwhile, stands a good ten feet behind Roak, letting the torch enlighten the space in front of the halfling.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1330 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #35

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Tension mounts as long moments pass, and grips are shifted on weapons.  The party's ears strain to catch further sound in the darkness, but the stygian blackness beyond the reach of the torches' feeble flame yields up no further indication that any other presence is here.  Although no further sound can be heard, Albricht and the elves all notice a slight lowering of the temperature of the air in this room, too low for the others to have caught.
Lanliss
player, 225 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 16:30
  • msg #36

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Tension mounts as long moments pass, and grips are shifted on weapons.  The party's ears strain to catch further sound in the darkness, but the stygian blackness beyond the reach of the torches' feeble flame yields up no further indication that any other presence is here.  Although no further sound can be heard, Albricht and the elves all notice a slight lowering of the temperature of the air in this room, too low for the others to have caught.


"There's a chill coming in the air! Holy symbols and water vials may be in order!"
Elder Voran
player, 853 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Sat 2 Feb 2019
at 01:39
  • msg #37

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran obliges by pulling out his holy symbol!
Vsaati
player, 306 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 2 Feb 2019
at 03:17
  • msg #38

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati was wide-eyed, but wise enough to keep an eye swivelling between the foreboding corridor and the skeletons that surrounded them in the room.  The gods forbid that whatever was coming down the passageway might awaken those resting behind them.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 876 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 3 Feb 2019
at 00:02
  • msg #39

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Glancing back to the others, Albricht pointed at Lanliss and nodded his affirmation of the elf's observation. He looked around the corner deep into the darkness, allowing his eyes to shift into the heat sensitive part of the spectrum.

If there's nothing showing up in his dwarven infra-vision, then the following:

He slipped into the passageway, hugging the north wall and crept up to the elbow in the passageway to again peek around and see if anything was approaching.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1332 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 4 Feb 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #40

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's ancient eyes detect no heat (or the lack thereof) in the passage, although he really wouldn't be able to see an approaching skeleton or other undead, as they produce no body heat.  Still, he slips forward toward the jog in the passage, but sees nothing else from that vantage, except a slightly cooler entryway than he would have expected.
Silverglade
player, 543 posts
Mon 4 Feb 2019
at 22:48
  • msg #41

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Let's all move up," suggests Silverglade. "I'd rather face the undead than wait here to starve."
Roak The Quick
player, 550 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 5 Feb 2019
at 13:43
  • msg #42

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and leads the way.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1333 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 5 Feb 2019
at 15:20
  • msg #43

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party carefully move back down the hall to the entry chamber, alert for any signs of undead creatures.  No movement can be seen, but as they enter the chamber again they see a light layer of frost covering all surfaces of the room.  The temperature is noticeably colder here, and strange scrape marks can been seen on the walls and floor.
Silverglade
player, 544 posts
Tue 5 Feb 2019
at 21:34
  • msg #44

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade examines the scrape marks. Any clues as to what created them and/or how big it is?
Albricht Burghammer
player, 878 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 19:16
  • msg #45

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht scratched a bit of the frost with the stud on the handle of his mace. It was unnatural for certain! Frost didn't happen this deeply underground. He joined in the others in searching for the source of where the marks might have come from. Perhaps they could find the direction from whence it emerged... and prepare themselves for the next time!
Vsaati
player, 308 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 00:51
  • msg #46

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati had her sword in hand and scouted out to the edges of the light, trying her best to divine where the source of the cold had gone.  Her light tread left barely a trace on the frosted floor, as though she herself were a creature of winter.
Sherborne
player, 480 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 02:23
  • msg #47

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne keeps watch while the other search for clues.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1335 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 15:32
  • msg #48

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade examines the scrapes and determines that they seem to have been made by something small and pointed, bigger than the tip of a dagger, but smaller than the tip of a finger.  In addition, it would seem that several of them were used in each pass, as many of the scrapes are in parallel, although the number varies from two to six.

Albricht and Vsaati look about, but are unable to determine a direction from which the frost may have come.
Roak The Quick
player, 552 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 02:07
  • msg #49

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shrugs. "We should probably go back to the entry chamber and pick a different direction."

And if nobody argues, he leads the way.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 879 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 02:23
  • msg #50

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht made one final observation to see if these odd frosty marks were present within the circle of stone benches or only outside of them before motioning to Roak to take the next passage to the southeast - dwarves having the uncanny ability to often feel directions underground much as elves claimed to do so in their realms above...

@Roak - The passage between where we came in and the one we just came back out of, sort of 4:30-ish on the map...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1336 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 05:14
  • msg #51

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

For no discernible reason, Albricht cannot find any of the scrape marks within the circle of benches, although there is a thin layer of frost there as well.

<Roak:  You're already in the entry chamber.  Are you going to head down the southeast passage, as directed by Albricht?>
Albricht Burghammer
player, 880 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 06:51
  • msg #52

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht rubbed at his nose, which - as dwarves often experience difficulty in taming facial hair and have odd stray flocks growing from such places as the ends of their noses - seemed a few stray hairs had begun to persistently tickle. This was accompanied by a distinct splaying of his wildly unkempt beard. The combination of such phenomena often indicated that something was amiss - or on infrequent occasions that someone had forgotten to pre-soak the beans - but the old delver couldn't quite put a finger on it.

"Odd there's not a scraping in the center... something to remember I suppose. I get the feeling that it might not be the... erm... undead, but some sort of trap perhaps, though we've found nothing yet to prove me right. Watch your step Roak, and you'd better keep your eyes open too Vsaati."

"Hrrrumph!"

Albricht glanced overhead as he made his way toward the indicated hall and shivered a bit in spite of himself.

OOC: I don't think anyone said they specifically looked at the ceiling...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1337 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 15:35
  • msg #53

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

A quick glance at the ceiling shows more of the scrape marks there, some of them fifteen or more feet up in the air.
Roak The Quick
player, 553 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 22:15
  • msg #54

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, now that he has oriented himself, follows the direction that Albricht had specified! He taps the floor in front of him with his greatsword to check for traps.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:15, Fri 08 Feb 2019.
Elder Voran
player, 855 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 22:15
  • msg #55

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran follows a bit behind him with a torch.
Vsaati
player, 309 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 20:59
  • msg #56

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati joined Roak at the vanguard of their little group, making sure not to venture beyond what Voran's light illuminated.  She added her sharp eyes and knowledge to the halfling's probing in the hopes that between the two of them they could avoid any unpleasantness the catacombs might have to offer.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 881 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 01:08
  • msg #57

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht scratched his head like an orchound going after a flea. "I'll be hrrrumph'ed if I know..." he admitted. "The cold has me confused as well. The stones shoulda absorbed the cold by now. I'll get it figured..." The old dwarf's voice trailed off in thought as he shuffled along behind the others.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1338 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 03:56
  • msg #58

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak continues to tap at the ground in front of him as he passes down the hall, eventually turning slightly to the left and finding that he is standing in front of a closed iron door.  The door is made of a single sheet of iron, an oversized keyhole directly in its center, with no obvious door pull or hinges.  No decoration or inscription interrupts the dull, smooth finish.


Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 548 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 08:31
  • msg #59

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Does anybody have a key, by chance?” Elboc asks as he rubs his hands together.
This message was last edited by the player at 08:33, Mon 11 Feb 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 554 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 12:03
  • msg #60

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks at Elboc coldly. "Har de har har. Vsaati, could you look at this please? You may have to unlock it, and look for traps."
Vsaati
player, 310 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 22:17
  • msg #61

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati frowned at the door, and in particular the size of the keyhole.  "I'm not sure I have anything designed for such a large opening, but let's see," she said, half to the party and half to herself. "Voran, if you could position the torch a little more that way...perfect!  Hold it there."

The cutpurse set to examining the door and its immediate surroundings for any signs of danger and once satisfied tested the door to confirm it was locked.  If so, she moved on to the lock and trying to manipulate its mechanism in their favour.
Silverglade
player, 545 posts
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 23:02
  • msg #62

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade keeps an eye behind the party while Vsaati works. Something dangerous is out there, and if they must face it, he's damned if it'll be while taken by surprise.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1339 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 01:50
  • msg #63

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Something in the setup of the lock causes Vsaati to pause just before putting her torsion bar into the oversized lock.  Careful examination shows that the mechanism is not only locked, but also trapped somehow.  Sweat beads her forehead as she looks about and identifies several features of the ceiling and walls that click into place in her mind's eye.  She's right in the middle of the trap, and the position of her body has already started the mechanism into motion, despite not having touched the lock yet.

Careful and deliberate motions, even as her hands tremble a bit, allow her to bypass the trigger mechanism for the trap, although it takes a couple of minutes to do so.  She breathes a great sigh of relief as she finally has it disabled, although she still hasn't gotten the locking mechanism open.
Sherborne
player, 481 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 13 Feb 2019
at 03:32
  • msg #64

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Well I wouldn't have been able to bring you back from that one.  Nice job!"  Sherborne breaths a silent sigh of relief and continues to keep an eye out.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 549 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Wed 13 Feb 2019
at 07:47
  • msg #65

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc considers offering to lend Vsaati the tool he has for large openings, but thinks better of it.
Lanliss
player, 228 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 13 Feb 2019
at 13:48
  • msg #66

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss nods grimly.

"Close one. A trap that large suggests a large hoard is being guarded, wouldn't you say?
Elder Voran
player, 856 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Wed 13 Feb 2019
at 19:31
  • msg #67

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran smirks. "Optimist, you are. Vsaati, could you please unlock the chest?"
Vsaati
player, 311 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 01:17
  • msg #68

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I'm trying to get the door open," she assured the rest, but her hands were a little shaky after the close call with the trap.  And the keyhole was far too large for her tools, making it even harder to try and manipulate the cylinders within.  Eventually she stepped back and threw up her hands in disgust.

"Who makes a key that large anyway?" she exclaimed.  "I can't get the thing to budge."


OOC:

20:14, Today: Vsaati rolled 87 using 1d100.  Pick Locks on door.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 882 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 06:04
  • msg #69

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Hrrrumph!"

"Perhaps we'll come across a key in another part of the catacombs... or if not, then perhaps we'll need to consult with one of the sects in the city (heh) and see if we cannot get one from them."

"For now however, let's cross to the next tunnel from the one we came in, on yonder side..." Albricht gestured a direction with a waggle of his sun-bleached beard.

OOC: The passage at 7:00-ish on the map.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 550 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 08:37
  • msg #70

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Perhaps we should check for secret doors first.  There might be another way in.”
Dungeon Master
GM, 1340 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 16 Feb 2019
at 21:42
  • msg #71

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

A swift check of this short passage for secret doors does not yield any positive result.
Roak The Quick
player, 555 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sun 17 Feb 2019
at 19:31
  • msg #72

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shrugs. "Let's go the way that fuzzy over here suggested."

He leads the party to the tunnel that Albricht had recommended.
Vsaati
player, 312 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 17 Feb 2019
at 20:05
  • msg #73

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati nodded and moved to support Roak as she had before. moving at the edges of the light shed by Voran's torch.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1341 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 15:40
  • msg #74

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Sorry, guys.  I won't have the new map until later today or tomorrow.  I'm switching mapping software, so I'm having to re-create the parts that have already been drawn.  It should be ready a bit later.>
This message was last edited by the GM at 15:40, Mon 18 Feb 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1342 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 03:38
  • msg #75

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Alright, guys.  I re-created the map in the new software, labeling locations.  I hope this helps, and it should definitely make mapping easier for me, going forward.  Let me know which passage you're moving toward.>


Albricht Burghammer
player, 883 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 06:19
  • msg #76

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Heading to explore 'H'>

Albricht helped guide the group like an aged sidewinder pushing its prey over hot sand...
Elder Voran
player, 858 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:42
  • msg #77

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The rest of the party follows, headed the way Albricht did.

To H it is!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1344 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 15:22
  • msg #78

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As the group moves to the entrance to the passage, a faint grinding and scraping sound can be heard in the distance, and the barest whiff of rotting meat clings to their nostrils.  The passage continues into the distance, turning slightly to the right just at the edge of the light.
Elder Voran
player, 859 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 18:25
  • msg #79

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "Safe to say there are some undead down here, I think. Roak, lead the way."

He stays close behind Roak in case he needs to turn some undead!
Roak The Quick
player, 556 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 18:26
  • msg #80

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks back at Voran. "Don't get pushy, fella, or I'll put you out in front." Nevertheless, he starts leading the group down the passage, tapping the floor in front of him with his sword.
Sherborne
player, 482 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 21 Feb 2019
at 01:30
  • msg #81

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows closely as well ready to turn anything that Voran can't get.
Vsaati
player, 313 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 21 Feb 2019
at 01:36
  • msg #82

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati is there with Roak, as usual.  The whiff of decay in the air has her eyes wider than normal, and a nervousness around the corners of her mouth as she pads cautiously forward.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1345 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 21 Feb 2019
at 15:37
  • msg #83

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The group advances, the dull ringing of Roak's sword against the stone floor very quickly resulting in the sounds from ahead stopping.  At this point, old rusty brown and black streaks can be seen on the floor, generally indicating that several somethings have been dragged into this place over time.  Just past the slight right turn, a series of what appear to be burial vaults appear, several branching off to both the right and the left from the passage, and the flooring changes to a more worked and fitted stone, obviously more recent than the rough-hewn stone of the passage to this point.  Movement can be seen from inside of many of the open vaults, but not enough to make out what they are.


This message was last edited by the GM at 15:37, Thu 21 Feb 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 551 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 11:21
  • msg #84

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his bow and braces for some ‘fun.’
Lanliss
player, 229 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 14:21
  • msg #85

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss draws her sword and gets near the front.

"If these be ghouls," she whispers, "it's best we elves block the rest from their cursed grasp."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 885 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 18:18
  • msg #86

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"That's a good idea Lanliss," Albricht nodded. "Ghouls! Hrrumph!"

"We're going to need some room to fight though. I say we creep in to the first branches and then fall back down the tunnel if we can't hold the pressure..."

It might seem odd to hear a Burghammer speak so glibly about falling back, but then again Albricht was hard to predict.

He readied shield and magical mace and followed the elves as they crept ahead to find out what foes would meet them!
Silverglade
player, 547 posts
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 19:10
  • msg #87

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade throws a lit torch into one of the side passages, making sure that there is another light source before doing so.
Roak The Quick
player, 558 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 21:53
  • msg #88

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak moves back behind the elves, though he stands ready to leap forward and help.
Elder Voran
player, 860 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Fri 22 Feb 2019
at 21:54
  • msg #89

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran likewise moves back behind the ghoul-blocking brigade!
Sherborne
player, 483 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 23 Feb 2019
at 22:09
  • msg #90

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stands at the ready hoping the Gods are good to him should he need to wave his holy symbol around.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 552 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sun 24 Feb 2019
at 07:58
  • msg #91

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I have a couple of oil flasks,” Elboc mentions in passing.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 886 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 24 Feb 2019
at 08:55
  • msg #92

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"As do I... Let's see what we roust first."
Vsaati
player, 314 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 24 Feb 2019
at 12:39
  • msg #93

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Like Roak and Voran, Vsaati ceded the front lines to those better suited to direct confrontation.  She readied herself to aid against whatever emerged into the light.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1347 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 04:13
  • msg #94

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The torch falls into one of the side passages, lighting up two human figures there, both gaunt and having bloodless wounds on their bodies that should be mortal.  Despite this, they jerk back from the light, gobbets of flesh falling from their clawed hands and fragments of bone with them.  Neither of figures wears a stitch of clothing, and both launch themselves at the front rank of the party, quickly followed by four more from other passages.  In the crush of bodies, only three of them are able to get to the elves, with only Elboc taking a wound, and a very minor one at that.

20:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 10 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Elboc.
20:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 19 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Elboc.
20:11, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d3.  Claw damage on Elboc.

20:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Lanliss.
20:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Lanliss.

20:09, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 16 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Silerglade.
20:09, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 11 using 1d20.  Attack Roll on Silverglade.

<Tear 'em up!  There are six of them.>
Lanliss
player, 230 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 14:02
  • msg #95

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss's enchanted sword swings towards the neck of her undead attacker.

"Say Good Night, Gracie!"


08:59, Today: Lanliss rolled 15 using 1d20+4.  Undead meets Mr. Magic Sword.

08:59, Today: Lanliss rolled 12 using 1d8+4.  Chop chop!
Silverglade
player, 548 posts
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #96

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade is perturbed by their nudity, and his blow goes wide.

22:02, Today: Silverglade rolled 9 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Elder Voran
player, 862 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 23:32
  • msg #97

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran steps up behind the elves and raises his holy symbol. "FLEE before the power of Law!" commands Voran, and some ghouls flee...

Voran auto-turns ghouls; I turn 7 HD of them this time.

17:32, Today: Elder Voran rolled 7 using 2d6 with rolls of 3,4.  HD of ghouls turned.
Roak The Quick
player, 559 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 23:35
  • msg #98

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, meanwhile, pulls out his bow and unerringly damages one of the ghouls between Lanliss' legs!

Automatic hit with a natural 20 (that would be an AC -4 from just the roll) for 2hp on a non-turned ghoul.

17:34, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 2 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 1.  Damage.
17:33, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 21 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 20.  Shortbow on non-turned ghoul.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 887 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 26 Feb 2019
at 02:43
  • msg #99

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht felt elbows and weapons of his taller companions assault him from every side as everyone acted at once. His swing was hurried, for he was fearful that he'd get a chance! "Bah! After all this time fighting together we still act like a covey sage hens every time things get serious!"

And then Elder Voran spoke, and he did so with a profound authority, and Albricht found himself listening... and apparently these rotting foes were listening as well!

"By the Buckles! You're getting better at this old boy!" Old boy was a compliment from an antedesertian like himself.


Attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 9 to probably miss AC8
Sherborne
player, 484 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 26 Feb 2019
at 04:27
  • msg #100

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne also attempts to turn but isn't quite as effective as Voran this time.

21:26, Today: Sherborne rolled 3 using 2d6.  turn undead.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 553 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Wed 27 Feb 2019
at 01:56
  • msg #101

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc shrieks more in outrage than physical pain.  How dare they strike him!

With a swing of his mace+1, he makes his feelings known.

20:56, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Possible damage.
20:56, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 9 using 1d20+1.  To hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:57, Wed 27 Feb 2019.
Vsaati
player, 316 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 28 Feb 2019
at 00:40
  • msg #102

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati attempted to copy Roak with her own bow, but she was too tall to shoot between the legs of her companions and just a little too short to fire over them.  Worried she might puncture the wrong body, she allowed too much margin in her aim and sailed the arrow high to carom off the ceiling and disappear into the darkness.


OOC:

19:38, Today: Vsaati rolled 8 using 1d20+4.  Attack undead.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1349 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 28 Feb 2019
at 15:38
  • msg #103

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss outright destroys the creature in front of him, Roak pegs another, and four of the foul creatures flee south before the holy power of Elder Voran and Sherborne, leaving only the single ghoul that was injured by Roak before the group.

It ineffectively slashes and bite sat Lanliss, leaving itself open for counter attack.

07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 16 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
Lanliss
player, 232 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 28 Feb 2019
at 16:00
  • msg #104

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Lanliss outright destroys the creature in front of him, Roak pegs another, and four of the foul creatures flee south before the holy power of Elder Voran and Sherborne, leaving only the single ghoul that was injured by Roak before the group.

It ineffectively slashes and bite sat Lanliss, leaving itself open for counter attack.

07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 16 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.


"You should have fled with your friends!"

10:59, Today: Lanliss rolled 15 using 1d20+4.  Retribution.
10:59, Today: Lanliss rolled 9 using 1d8+4.  ...and STAY DEAD!
Albricht Burghammer
player, 889 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 28 Feb 2019
at 18:18
  • msg #105

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Duck, Twist, aaannnnnnd SMASH!" Albricht chanted to himself an abbreviated battle strategy.

"HA! That's the ol' Burghammer Bash right there!


Attack with Mace of Bass: CRIT! - Albricht Burghammer rolled 23
Crit Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 9 x 2 = 18
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 555 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 1 Mar 2019
at 01:04
  • msg #106

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As soon as he is able, Elboc swings again.

20:05, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Dam(?).
20:04, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 12 using 1d20+1.  To hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:05, Fri 01 Mar 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1350 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 1 Mar 2019
at 15:16
  • msg #107

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The single ghoul remaining in front of the group explodes in a shower of gore, before the fury of Lanliss, Albricht, and Elboc's attacks.  The remaining ghouls can be heard, still retreating in the distance.
Lanliss
player, 233 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 1 Mar 2019
at 16:23
  • msg #108

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The single ghoul remaining in front of the group explodes in a shower of gore, before the fury of Lanliss, Albricht, and Elboc's attacks.  The remaining ghouls can be heard, still retreating in the distance.


"Shall we pursue? Or do we risk falling into a trap?"
Silverglade
player, 549 posts
Fri 1 Mar 2019
at 22:30
  • msg #109

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Let's play it slow and safe," suggests Silverglade.
Sherborne
player, 486 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 01:19
  • msg #110

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne keeps an eye out for more beasties while the others figure out next steps.
Elder Voran
player, 863 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 04:30
  • msg #111

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks pleased, then looks at Sherborne. "Next time, your turn to turn." He smirks as he pulls out his sling.
Roak The Quick
player, 560 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 04:31
  • msg #112

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods. "All right, not bad. Let's check out these two side passages one at a time, loot 'em and then proceed one at a time. The other ghouls will be back."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 557 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 05:12
  • msg #113

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc gazes arrogantly into the side passage on the left.
Roak The Quick
player, 561 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 16:48
  • msg #114

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

And with the elves leading the way, the party goes left.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 558 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sat 2 Mar 2019
at 18:26
  • msg #115

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc curses himself as he realizes he’s just put himself at the front of the party!  But he leads on, mace in hand.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 891 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 3 Mar 2019
at 01:00
  • msg #116

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht snarled. "Bah! I'm going to shoot'em like merlocks in a cauldron..."

He tromped ahead, crossbow now at the ready. As soon as one of the ghouls came into view, Albricht loosed Biter. "Hope this thing works," he grumbled.


Approaching just until the first ghoul is visible and then firing.
Attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 9 to hit (or miss) AC8
Damage: ??? Albricht Burghammer rolled 8
Dungeon Master
GM, 1351 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 3 Mar 2019
at 21:44
  • msg #117

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc turns the corner to the first passage on the left, finding more niches filled with bones. Here and there can be found scraps o some piece of cloth or small bone or fiber medallion, and some of the bodies nearer the entrance to the side passage are more "fresh" than those further back.  All bear marks of having been chewed on, and the smell is horrifically nauseating.  The passage ends (just as the map shows), and neither more enemies nor any sort of additional exit from this space can be found.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 560 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sun 3 Mar 2019
at 23:23
  • msg #118

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc searches all of the walls for secret doors.
Vsaati
player, 317 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 01:22
  • msg #119

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After determining there wasn't much of value in the malodorous side passage Vsaati moved back to the main corridor of the crypt, watching in case the animated dead decided to return.
Roak The Quick
player, 562 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 12:14
  • msg #120

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

If Elboc doesn't find secret doors, the party heads down in the opposite direction, searching that part of the crypt.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1352 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 15:13
  • msg #121

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc's search for secret doors turns up nothing, and seeing this, Roak heads across the central passage to the branch immediately opposite.  This branch seems substantially similar, but careful examination reveals a small cloth pouch in one of the burial niches.  There seem to be coins in the pouch, still clutched in the fairly fresh hand of the niche's occupant.  That occupant seems to have been the object of the ghouls' most recent attentions. and the source of most of the bad smell here.
Lanliss
player, 234 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 15:49
  • msg #122

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Elboc's search for secret doors turns up nothing, and seeing this, Roak heads across the central passage to the branch immediately opposite.  This branch seems substantially similar, but careful examination reveals a small cloth pouch in one of the burial niches.  There seem to be coins in the pouch, still clutched in the fairly fresh hand of the niche's occupant.  That occupant seems to have been the object of the ghouls' most recent attentions. and the source of most of the bad smell here.


Lanliss covers his mouth and nose as he peers down at the corpse.

"Sherborne? If there a rite you can place on this unfortunate soul so he does not rise like his murderers? Or should we respectfully remove his head as a precaution?"
Elder Voran
player, 864 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 17:06
  • msg #123

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Also a cleric, Voran moves over and inspects the corpse, seeing if he can lay the fellow to rest in some way that he would not rise as undead.
Sherborne
player, 487 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 5 Mar 2019
at 02:56
  • msg #124

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Unfortunately I am not sure of any such ritual that would guarantee that.  We would probably be doing the individual a favor by doing that as much as that might be disrespectful.  Do you know of any such rituals?", Sherborne adds looking at Voran.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 561 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Tue 5 Mar 2019
at 06:23
  • msg #125

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I suggest dismembering the corpse and then burning it, along with the bodies of the undead we have slain.  Of course, you are free to disregard my suggestion, if you find it distasteful.”
Albricht Burghammer
player, 892 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 5 Mar 2019
at 06:54
  • msg #126

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht slung his crossbow, pulled his ancient warhammer from his beltloop, and proceeded to pulverize the corpse's head.

"There. Problem solved. Let's go get'em before they decide Voran's God isn't scary anymore!"

Rearming himself, Albricht pushed forward to poke Biter into more of these ghouls!
Lanliss
player, 235 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 5 Mar 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #127

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
Albricht slung his crossbow, pulled his ancient warhammer from his beltloop, and proceeded to pulverize the corpse's head.

"There. Problem solved. Let's go get'em before they decide Voran's God isn't scary anymore!"

Rearming himself, Albricht pushed forward to poke Biter into more of these ghouls!


Lanliss covers his face as Albricht smashes down with his hammer.

"A bit of warning next time, you thirsty bearded fool!"

He pulls out a rag to wipe the gore off his armor.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1353 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 5 Mar 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #128

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Aside from a piece of the divine's power channeled through an exceedingly holy person, neither Elder Voran nor Sheborne is aware of any specific ritual that would lay the dead to rest beyond the reach of undeath.  Still, while horribly stinky and of questionable timing, Albricht's method does seem likely to do the job.
Elder Voran
player, 865 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 11:48
  • msg #129

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran steps back grimly and nods to Albricht. "Do what you must do, and be quick about it. We should move on to another branch."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 893 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 17:26
  • msg #130

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Hrrrumph!" Was the dwarf's response. The bushy, sun-bleached eyebrows were furrowed and the oldster's jaws were clenched tight enough to break1 rocks.

1 Little Known Dwarven Trivia: As youngsters, dwarf children are actually encouraged to put rocks in their mouths. With a double row of molars, it's held that stones gnawed small enough to be swallowed will greatly nourish a young dwarfling lad2 and bolster innate understanding of all things subterranean.

2 Little Known Dwarven Trivia - BONUS!: The great majority of dwarven children are male, and relatively covered in hair right out of the womb. All young dwarves are referred to as lad until puberty is reached, an event that happens rather suddenly - and surprisingly - after four or five decades of age.
Lanliss
player, 236 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 17:53
  • msg #131

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
"Hrrrumph!" Was the dwarf's response. The bushy, sun-bleached eyebrows were furrowed and the oldster's jaws were clenched tight enough to break1 rocks.

1 Little Known Dwarven Trivia: As youngsters, dwarf children are actually encouraged to put rocks in their mouths. With a double row of molars, it's held that stones gnawed small enough to be swallowed will greatly nourish a young dwarfling lad2 and bolster innate understanding of all things subterranean.

2 Little Known Dwarven Trivia - BONUS!: The great majority of dwarven children are male, and relatively covered in hair right out of the womb. All young dwarves are referred to as lad until puberty is reached, an event that happens rather suddenly - and surprisingly - after four or five decades of age.


3 Confirmed: Young dwarves swallow pebbles. Elven theory: Dwarven young have gizzards.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 894 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 18:11
  • msg #132

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elven Assumptions:
3 Confirmed: Young dwarves swallow pebbles. Elven theory: Dwarven young have gizzards4.

4 Dwizzards: Thus one of the reasons dwarf-kind covet gemstones. Little lads' dwizzards need them in order to grind swallowed gravel, much like dragons grind limestone in order to produce hydrogen gas. Dwarves produce... other kinds of gasses.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 562 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 20:51
  • msg #133

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sensing that something strange is churning in the mind of the dwarf, Elboc discreetly keeps his distance.
Silverglade
player, 550 posts
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 22:47
  • msg #134

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Seeing Albricht's face reminds Silverglade of a humerous story that he heard a century and a half ago about a dwarf who got so drunk that he mistook a large rock for his wife. Sadly the humour wouldn't work when translated into Common, so he just smirks to himself at the memory.
Vsaati
player, 319 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 00:42
  • msg #135

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After the distasteful but perfectly defensible strategy taken by Albricht, Vsaati looked further down the main corridor into the darkness.

"Do we carry on after those that fled?"
Sherborne
player, 488 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 00:52
  • msg #136

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne shrugs.  "Well barring a better idea, that should hopefully keep them from rising again."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 895 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 04:30
  • msg #137

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"The lad... erm... lass gets it. C'mon!" Albricht grunted in exasperation. "Good head on her shoulders."
Roak The Quick
player, 564 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 12:38
  • msg #138

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After some discussion--and perhaps a bit of flatulence--the party beheads the body and moves on to the next cross-corridor in the area.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1355 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 15:15
  • msg #139

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak and the rest approach the next set of crossing corridors, glancing to either side and finding that they appear to be substantially similar to the previous pair.  There are, however, a pair of partially-consumed corpses in the left-hand branch, both fresh enough that they don't seem to be exuding any foul smell.
Roak The Quick
player, 565 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 21:27
  • msg #140

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak wastes no time--he approaches the corpses and beheads them. Wrinkling up his face, he then waves the others in to help search the area.
Sherborne
player, 489 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 8 Mar 2019
at 21:36
  • msg #141

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows holy symbol at the ready in case those corpses turn out to be bait.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 564 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sat 9 Mar 2019
at 01:56
  • msg #142

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Don’t forget to search those bodies,” Elboc suggests.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 897 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 9 Mar 2019
at 02:56
  • msg #143

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"After. They ain't goin' anywhere. When we kill, or re-kill, everything, we can come back through and search and burn. Keep moving."
Silverglade
player, 551 posts
Sat 9 Mar 2019
at 18:42
  • msg #144

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade shudders at the thought of touching one of those grimy bodies. Let one of the others do it. He'd keep guard.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 565 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sun 10 Mar 2019
at 00:30
  • msg #145

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“If you insist,” Elboc says, shrugging.  He’s really not sure why the dwarf is in such a hurry, but he says nothing more.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:31, Sun 10 Mar 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1356 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 11 Mar 2019
at 00:02
  • msg #146

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

None of the party members are able to find anything else of note in this area, and it seems unlikely that the now-beheaded corpses will rise again.
Roak The Quick
player, 566 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 11 Mar 2019
at 16:41
  • msg #147

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party then heads to the next cross-section and explores both ends, one first then the other.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1357 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 12 Mar 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #148

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party moves to the next set of crossing section, with only one more before them.  The sounds of the banished undead are louder here, but they're not in the crossing passages.  A quick look through the area reveals several cracked femurs, a dry and bashed-in skull, a loose collection of shattered rib bones, a scattering of coins, and a rusted dagger.  Examination of walls reveals no hidden way out, and all of the bones show signs of gnawing.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 566 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Tue 12 Mar 2019
at 21:23
  • msg #149

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Why do I get the feeling there are rats about?"  Elboc shudders.
Elder Voran
player, 866 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 17:56
  • msg #150

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran shakes his head. "Wishful thinking, I think. I suspect the ghouls all ate the rats. Onward."
Roak The Quick
player, 567 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 17:57
  • msg #151

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party continues to press on to the next cross-section.
Sherborne
player, 490 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 00:30
  • msg #152

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows along holy symbol at the ready.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1358 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 00:56
  • msg #153

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The group moves to the last set of crossing corridors, finding that they contain substantially the same thing as the last couple.  The group of ghouls can be heard - and just seen, at the edge of the torchlight - down at the end of the furthest section to the south.


Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 567 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 06:01
  • msg #154

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his mace+1.  He is ready for fun.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 898 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 06:17
  • msg #155

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht moved up to the corner, knelt and leveled his crossbow, and pressed the firing mechanism, releasing his favored bolt, Biter, to sizzle toward the group of ghouls trailing faint golden sparkles of the magic of Usimagaras!

He waited nervously to see if Biter would return and if his investment was worth the cost...

Albricht Burghammer rolled 22 to hit AC-5
Biter Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 9
Lanliss
player, 237 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 13:40
  • msg #156

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below


09:39, Today: Lanliss rolled 19,5 using d20,d6.  Shooting at the first ghoul he sees.

Lanliss smirks as he finds an undead in his sights, and hits the mark!
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 568 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 15:17
  • msg #157

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc braces himself, in case the remaining ghouls try to rush the party.
Vsaati
player, 320 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 22:04
  • msg #158

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati loosed an arrow at the ghouls as well, and let out a satisfied ‘yes!’ when it struck home.  The strike didn’t appear to be particularly effective though.


OOC:

22:01, Today: Vsaati rolled 2 using 1d6+1.  Damage to ghoul.
22:01, Today: Vsaati rolled 18 using 1d20+4.  Attack ghoul
Silverglade
player, 552 posts
Thu 14 Mar 2019
at 22:35
  • msg #159

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade snorts when he sees how happy Vsaati is with her shot. "I've been a master archer since before your grandfather was born," he says. "You got the general idea, but you need to shoot at a more vulnerable part of the target, like this."

"Ohh," he adds, as his arrow strikes the floor half way to the ghouls.

22:30, Today: Silverglade rolled 7 using 1d20+1 ((6)).
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 569 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 04:37
  • msg #160

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Ooh, right in the floor!  You’re a born sadist, Silverglade.”
Dungeon Master
GM, 1360 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 14:25
  • msg #161

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's bolt blows through the rotting brain pan of one of the ghouls, dropping it instantly.  Lanliss and Vsaati both strike same target, but neither hit is sufficiently telling to end the foul creature.

The suddenness and violence, coupled with the lingering push of the divine turning, result in three remaining ghouls hesitating just long enough for our heroes to get in another attack.

<07:23, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:23, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.>
Sherborne
player, 491 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 20:55
  • msg #162

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne gets ready to turn but holds his attempt to see if the ghouls can be dispatched first.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 570 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 21:29
  • msg #163

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc decides that if these ghouls can’t bother to charge the party, he’ll whip out his bow and help pick them off.

17:29, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 18 using 1d20+2.  To hit.
17:29, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 6 using 1d6.  Dam.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:30, Fri 15 Mar 2019.
Silverglade
player, 553 posts
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 21:49
  • msg #164

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Embarrassed by his failure with the bow, Silverglade switches to sword and shield.

"As a noble elf, I was always more of a melee fighter, sticking to the thick of the action rather than hanging back with the peasants. Let me show you."

He aims an overhead blow at the nearest ghoul, but sadly his sword strikes the ceiling and it's all that he can do not to drop it.

21:46, Today: Silverglade rolled 4 using 1d20+2.  To hit (sword +1).
Albricht Burghammer
player, 900 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 22:26
  • msg #165

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In another time, perhaps not so long ago, Albricht Burghammer might have joined in the lively banter of the elves. He would have added quips about their height being unsuitable for delves such as this, or perhaps their arrogance and youthful mistakes with regard to warfare. But not now. Now he was intent, there was a glint of delight in his eye, or perhaps it was a touch of madness, or just the thrill of a lad trying out a new toy... who could know.

Albricht re-cocked his crossbow, his smile showing his broken teeth beneath sun-bleached whiskers, and his eyes narrowed...

Another click, another shimmer of golden, shimmering sparkles, and another solid hit from Biter!


Attack Ghoulie-Ghoul: Albricht Burghammer rolled 21 to hit AC-4
Biter Damage Albricht Burghammer rolled 7
Elder Voran
player, 868 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Sat 16 Mar 2019
at 01:40
  • msg #166

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Equipped with his new sling, Voran's sling-stones fly with deadly accuracy!

Attack ghoul with sling; hits AC-2 for 6 hp.

21:39, Today: Elder Voran rolled 6 using 1d4+3.  Damage.
21:39, Today: Elder Voran rolled 21 using 1d20+3.  Sling on ghoul!!
Roak The Quick
player, 568 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 16 Mar 2019
at 01:41
  • msg #167

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak fires as well, and though less pinpoint, he is not a bad shot.

Hits AC 5 for 5 hp.

21:40, Today: Elder Voran rolled 5 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 4.  Damage.
21:40, Today: Elder Voran rolled 12 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 11.  Shortbow on ghoul.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1361 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #168

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc's shaft destroys the previously injured ghoul, while Albricht's biter almost does one in on its own, with Elder Voran's sling stone finishing the creature.  Roak takes the single remaining ghoul high in the chest, but not with enough punch to end the undead horror.

The reeking monstrosity lashes out at Silverglade, but misses as it attempts to both claw and bite at the elf.


07:23, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 7 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:24, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.
07:24, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 16 using 1d20.  Attack Roll.

07:25, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:25, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

In a brief lull after the furious yet unproductive attack, the party are well positioned to counter attack.
Lanliss
player, 238 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 14:53
  • msg #169

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Wait! Isn't there some way we can work things out between the forces of living and unliving? Are we not all part of the Great Cosmic Wheel?"

*awkward pause*

"HAH! Just kidding!

10:49, Today: Lanliss rolled 23,12 using d20+4,d8+4.  Well past the negotiations phase.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 571 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 18:25
  • msg #170

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Without so much as a word, Elboc draws his mace and sends the ghoul a message whose text will display equally well on any browser.

14:23, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 9 using 1d6+3.  damage.

14:23, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 15 using 1d20+3.  To hit ghoul w/mace.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 902 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 19:14
  • msg #171

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The old dwarf lowered his crossbow with a look of disappointment etched across ancient face. The wild light in his eyes seemed to fade a little now that the monsters were vanquished.

"Hrrrumph!" It said all that needed saying.

Albricht slung his crossbow and began searching out the crypt, looking for secret compartments or passageways and anything interesting...
Sherborne
player, 492 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 23:18
  • msg #172

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Since the ghouls now seem close to finished Sherborne takes a swing to ensure that they do indeed fall.


17:15, Today: Sherborne rolled 5 using 1d6+2.  damage.
17:15, Today: Sherborne rolled 15 using 1d20+2.  attack ghoul.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1362 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 19 Mar 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #173

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne splatters his mace into the mass of rotting pulp that had been the creature's head, doubling down on the massive amount of damage done by both Elboc and Lanliss.  Only an ooze could hope to rise from what is left.

Albricht look about and notices that there seems to be a reliquary of some sort at the end of this furthest spur of the burial vaults.
Lanliss
player, 239 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 19 Mar 2019
at 14:44
  • msg #174

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Sherborne splatters his mace into the mass of rotting pulp that had been the creature's head, doubling down on the massive amount of damage done by both Elboc and Lanliss.  Only an ooze could hope to rise from what is left.

Albricht look about and notices that there seems to be a reliquary of some sort at the end of this furthest spur of the burial vaults.


"Why the humans chop up their dead and put their pieces on display like pottery will forever be beyond me."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 903 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 19 Mar 2019
at 15:44
  • msg #175

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Mace in hand, Albricht approached the reliquary and looked around for any warnings or obvious threats of curse upon the beard of any who might disturb things. His curiosity and desert-honed practicality suggesting that the dead certainly didn't need whatever had been stashed down here with them. The pyramid above had certainly provided them with timely and necessary items for their survival...

...at least that's what Albricht kept telling himself.

OOC: If there's nothing too sinister, Albricht will poke around in the reliquary to see what it holds.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 572 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Tue 19 Mar 2019
at 19:24
  • msg #176

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I don't think it's intended as a display.  We're not supposed to be down here... but then again, neither are the ghouls."
Elder Voran
player, 870 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 00:55
  • msg #177

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran also proceeds to examine the reliquary with Albricht--mostly making sure that the reliquary is not the reliquary of a blackgard or evil demon that will possess Albricht. Because that's Albricht's luck, really.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1363 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 14:31
  • msg #178

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran and Albricht look into the reliquary and find that it contains what appears to be a golden pendant on a gold chain.  The pendant appears with the symbols of a spear, a staff, and a lightning bolt, all crossed into what looks a bit like an asterisk. It appears to be quite old, but intentionally on display here.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 573 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 19:51
  • msg #179

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I hope that isn't cursed."
Lanliss
player, 240 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 19:53
  • msg #180

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Hm. Spear, staff, and lightning bolt...You don't suppose it shoots lightning, do you?"
Elder Voran
player, 871 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 22:48
  • msg #181

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran wracks his brain...

Does this match any of the holy symbols for the various gods worshipped here in pyramid-land?
Albricht Burghammer
player, 904 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 23:21
  • msg #182

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht nodded, "Aye, Usamygrass, Madurlo, and Norm..."

"Or something like that." These human names for their Gods made the dwarf's mouth feel like he was gargling toadstools when he said them.

"But not that other one, Zorro er... Zalaster or... you know who."

"We'll just keep hold of it for now. Wouldn't want it getting misplaced with all these undead crashing around..." Albricht gingerly took the amulet from the reliquary.
Sherborne
player, 493 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 01:29
  • msg #183

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne ponders the symbol also in case something seems familiar about it.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 574 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 06:07
  • msg #184

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"May the god Zorro keep you safe, master dwarf."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 905 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 06:29
  • msg #185

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht grunted. "Perhaps He already is..." the dwarf said in an odd voice.

He shrugged and made ready to move on. "Let's finish searching these crypts lads. I really don't want to be down here any longer than need be..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 575 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 19:11
  • msg #186

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc searches all over.
Silverglade
player, 554 posts
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 22:54
  • msg #187

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade keeps an eye out, making sure that the party aren't surprised by enemies at their back.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1364 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 22 Mar 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #188

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Aside from the reliquary and the unmoving bodies of the former ghouls, Elboc and the others don't find anything of particular note down this final passage.
Elder Voran
player, 872 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Fri 22 Mar 2019
at 20:59
  • msg #189

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "Two of the symbols look like the spear of Madura and the lightning bolt of Gorm.  The third might be the want of Usamigaras, but it looks more like a staff. Well, good to know."
Roak The Quick
player, 569 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 22 Mar 2019
at 20:59
  • msg #190

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Without further ado, the party back-tracks and heads down another corridor....

Going down branch G this time.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 906 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 22 Mar 2019
at 21:21
  • msg #191

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht snapped his fingers and pointed at Voran. "Those. He's got'em memorized."

Albricht followed at the ready down the next hall, taking note as he was wont to do of the stonework and structure as they went.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 576 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 22 Mar 2019
at 22:52
  • msg #192

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As they proceed, Elboc looks for signs of secret doors.
Sherborne
player, 494 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 23 Mar 2019
at 22:32
  • msg #193

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows along holy symbol at the ready in case another hoard of ghouls shows up.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1365 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #194

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Just before heading down the next passage clockwise around the room, those in the lead catch just a hint of a clangy sort of music down the hall, in the distance, possibly with the sound of fifes or high-pitched shawms in the mix.
Lanliss
player, 241 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 15:16
  • msg #195

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Just before heading down the next passage clockwise around the room, those in the lead catch just a hint of a clangy sort of music down the hall, in the distance, possibly with the sound of fifes or high-pitched shawms in the mix.


Jayanti grimaces.

"Ugh. Ghouls were bad enough...now we've got...bards?"
This message was last edited by the player at 15:17, Mon 25 Mar 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 907 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 16:43
  • msg #196

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I agree, bards would be bad, but maybe it's another one of those spiders... remember the one that bit me? The one that made me dance like a drunken gnome at a crockery festival? Maybe some group like us stepped into a lair of'em?"

Albricht shuddered.

"More likely though is that it's another lot of Cynodecians down here with a sampling of the newest crop..."

Albricht pushed ahead toward the sound, making sure to glance up at the ceiling from time to time.

OOC: Let's see what this is all about!
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 577 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 18:44
  • msg #197

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his long bow, notches and arrow and prepares to target the first 'musician' he sees.
Silverglade
player, 555 posts
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 21:42
  • msg #198

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Cursing himself for not learning the Silence spell, Silverglade prepares for a fight too.
Roak The Quick
player, 570 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 26 Mar 2019
at 20:42
  • msg #199

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stops, listening for a moment, then shrugs and resumes moving down the passage, tapping the floor in front of him with his sword.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1368 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 02:12
  • msg #200

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak and the others continue down the passage, the sound of the tapping of Roak's sword on the stones of the floor ringing out and drowning out the faint music.  The passage opens out into a large room, the far end lost in the gloom, beyond the reach of the party's meager torchlight.  Coffins line the walls and a double row of columns march down the length of the chamber, from directly in front of the party and leading off into the darkness to the left.  There is no apparent source of movement here and all sounds of music cease as you first catch sight of the place.



Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 578 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 04:45
  • msg #201

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“No encore?  How disappointing.  My ears are so heavy with grief they’re on the verge of falling off.”
This message was last edited by the player at 04:47, Wed 27 Mar 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 908 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 05:56
  • msg #202

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I could help you with that," Ablricht rumbled quietly, "had the hankerin' of late to start a pointy-eared necklace."

He took in the chamber for several moments, looking for anything out of the ordinary for an underground crypt full of - presumably - dead Cynodecians. He'd felt certain they'd find a dance hall in progress with perhaps a few gambling tables in the back... This was a bit of a disappointment. His long years of delving had taught him to stay cautious, and his longer years of being baked in the desert sun had addled his sanity just a little, sort of frayed around the edges. After his assessment, he began to edge forward, testing the floor for loose tiles and so forth, and hugging the pillars along the west side, keeping them between himself and the coffins. Which he peered at to see if any had been recently opened as he made his way toward the far south end.
Lanliss
player, 242 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 13:19
  • msg #203

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
"I could help you with that," Ablricht rumbled quietly, "had the hankerin' of late to start a pointy-eared necklace."


He furrows his brow and gives the Dwarf a long stare. How strange a twist of fate that he finds himself siding with a drow over a grizzled and bearded buffoon.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1369 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 14:37
  • msg #204

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's cautious inching forward reveals the chamber to be in surprisingly good condition and of better workmanship than most of the rest of the catacombs.  None of the coffins seem to have been recently opened, but the sun-addled dwarf's eyes are unable to penetrate the gloom at the far end of the chamber by the simple expedient that the torchlight is fouling is more subtle visual senses, and there just isn't enough torchlight to see that far otherwise.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 579 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 21:45
  • msg #205

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc asks if they should either put out or cover the torch so they can see better.  (The irony of the question isn’t lost on him.)
Silverglade
player, 556 posts
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 21:49
  • msg #206

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade listens hard, trying to pick up anything with his keen hearing. He suspects the music may have been played by the shades of those buried here, finding peace in death unlike the undead fiends that they had been fighting.
Elder Voran
player, 875 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Thu 28 Mar 2019
at 16:56
  • msg #207

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks puzzled at the request. "I could simply walk further into the room with the torch, unless you can explain your logic better to me."
Lanliss
player, 243 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 28 Mar 2019
at 17:26
  • msg #208

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran:
Voran looks puzzled at the request. "I could simply walk further into the room with the torch, unless you can explain your logic better to me."


"These undead usually don't give off heat either, Elboc. Unless they've just fed..."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 910 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 28 Mar 2019
at 20:15
  • msg #209

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht paused at the edge of the torchlight. He knew of course that he and Elboc could advance and let their eyes slip into the strange spectra that allowed their kind to see underground. However, if there was trouble, they'd need the help of their other companions whose visual abilities weren't as capable.

Strapping his shield to his back, Albricht produced a very battered lantern and struck it to light. Holding it high with his enchanted mace in the other hand, he slowly advanced toward the far end of the hall.


OOC: Still sticking to the eastern side of the western series of pillars, will try to avoid going out into the center of the hall if possible.
Sherborne
player, 495 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 03:39
  • msg #210

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stays close to the edge of the torchlight looking, listening, and smelling for more ghouls.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 580 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 10:54
  • msg #211

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Of course they don’t.  How silly of me.”  Undead giving off heat!

The drow accompanies the gruff dwarf, magical mace at the ready.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1370 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 14:32
  • msg #212

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<I'm waiting to see what the rest of you do before I spring the trap continue with the narrative.>
Lanliss
player, 244 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 14:46
  • msg #213

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss readies his sword, prepared as ever to to be the Elven Wall of Security Against Paralyzation.
Vsaati
player, 321 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 17:49
  • msg #214

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati continued near the front, accompanying Roak as the party advanced.  She made sure to stay within the circle of light though, because she’d be blind in the darkness unlike many of the others.  Her sword was gripped tightly in one hand as her eyes scanned the edges of the visible area.
Silverglade
player, 557 posts
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 22:53
  • msg #215

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade stands shoulder to shoulder with Lanliss, shield held ready to fend off whatever comes.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1371 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 02:17
  • msg #216

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party inches forward to find a dais at the end of the hall, and further movement reveals a throne at the top of the dais, flanked on either side by a pair of closed and locked chests.  Only silence accompanies the continued forward movement of the group, aside from the quiet clanking of their armor and equipment and shuffling of footgear on the stones of the floor.
Roak The Quick
player, 571 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 03:05
  • msg #217

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak points at the throne and the chests. "So, Vsaati, do you want to check the throne for traps first or the chests?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 581 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 05:15
  • msg #218

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“You might want to check the floor, and the dais itself first.  I find this highly suspicious.”
Vsaati
player, 322 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 15:31
  • msg #219

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The cutpurse nodded, tilting her head to the side as she considered the throne, the chests, and her approach.  “I can do that.  Just don’t be far behind with the light.  Shadows make this a lot harder.”

With that Vsaati sheathed her sword and began a careful advance toward the top of the dais, her goal to clear any traps she found on the steps, the throne and the chests, in that order.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 911 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 18:11
  • msg #220

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht held the lantern aloft and circled carefully around to the south wall near the edge of the dais. Checking the stonework and architecture, he waited and watched Vsaati do her work. "I've got a rope, maybe we should tie you off..."

OOC: So Albricht is nervous about the dais, he's sort of in the southwest corner, keeping near a pillar or the wall, trusting that a support point would be less likely to be... tricksome.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 582 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 18:51
  • msg #221

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Since Elboc isn’t holding a light source, he steps back.  (But first, he glances over his shoulder!)
Dungeon Master
GM, 1372 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 1 Apr 2019
at 01:48
  • msg #222

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With so many of the party's light sources near the dais, Elboc notes that the shadows behind the group seem quite a bit deeper, even taking his excellent elven sight into account.

Vsaati carefully checks the stairs, finding stonework there of fairly mundane quality and follows them up to the top of the dias, which is painted to look like a patterned carpet.  The throne is of a strange, very light wood, which has been painted to appear to be made of precious metals.  Both chests are made of iron, with iron banding, and set with locks that are built into the body of each chest.  None of these items appear to be trapped in any way, which sets the young thief's hair to standing up a bit, and the only thing left to do is to try the items.
Roak The Quick
player, 572 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 1 Apr 2019
at 09:19
  • msg #223

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods to the thief. "We'll watch your back while you work on the chests, Vsaati." he says seriously.
Sherborne
player, 496 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 2 Apr 2019
at 00:49
  • msg #224

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stands at the ready nervous about the apparent lack of anyone or anything around.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1373 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 3 Apr 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #225

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<I've worked you through your attempts to find any traps here, Vsaati.  I think everyone is waiting to see what happens when you attempt to open one of the chests.>
Lanliss
player, 245 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 3 Apr 2019
at 14:34
  • msg #226

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
<I've worked you through your attempts to find any traps here, Vsaati.  I think everyone is waiting to see what happens when you attempt to open one of the chests.>


<I thought we were just letting the tension build...>
Vsaati
player, 323 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 3 Apr 2019
at 15:11
  • msg #227

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Nodding her agreement, Vsaati went to work on the chest to the right of the throne.  As she did she breathed a prayer to the undergods of this place, hoping for their benevolence.


OOC:

Please recall I am still away on a business trip for another week and a half.  You have my persimssion to move things forward by NPCing Vsaati as necessary to avoid story delays.  Thanks!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1374 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 4 Apr 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #228

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati slides the first of her instruments into the lock on the chest, only to find that it isn't locked.  Her surprise is evident, but no less so than that of the rest of the party as several of the shadows on the walls detach themselves and advance on our heroes.  At the same time, several of the coffin lids are ejected, clattering to the ground.  The occupants of those coffins climb up and out of the boxes, moving to block the exit.

The distances involved are not insignificant, however, giving the party the time to rally and begin their offensive.

07:27, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
07:27, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
Lanliss
player, 246 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 4 Apr 2019
at 15:05
  • msg #229

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We've fallen for a TRAP! And a MUSICAL trap no less! This is HUMILIATING!"

Lanliss hisses a syllable with an angry gesture that sends a fiery arrow slamming into one of the shadow-beasts.


11:01, Today: Lanliss rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Magic Missile at Shadow: Light a fire AND curse the darkness.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 912 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 4 Apr 2019
at 15:30
  • msg #230

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Whoa, whoa, whoa!" Albricht called out to the shadows and coffin-dwellers, "take it easy... we were just lookin'..."

"C'mon Vsaati, let's back down a little and head back... give us some room."

The dwarf stepped around from his place near the pillar, acting as cover for the lass in order to withdraw, at least a bit.

Once they were closer to the entrance of the hall, Albricht roared and took a spinning spiral swing at the closest coffin-dweller.


Attack (Mace +1): Albricht Burghammer rolled 17 to hit AC0
Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 7
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 583 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 8
Thu 4 Apr 2019
at 17:39
  • msg #231

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc swings for the shadows with his mace +1.

13:39, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 5 using 1d6+3.  damage.

13:39, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 16 using 1d20+3.  to hit shadow.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:40, Thu 04 Apr 2019.
Silverglade
player, 558 posts
Thu 4 Apr 2019
at 20:33
  • msg #232

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade swings at one of the shadows, but he has trouble seeing it in the dim light.

21:32, Today: Silverglade rolled 10 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Roak The Quick
player, 573 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 00:27
  • msg #233

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak lets out a mad shriek and slashes at one of the shadows.

Not half bad--automatic hit for 11 damage with a magic weapon.

20:26, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 11 using 1d8+3.  Damage.
20:26, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 23 using 1d20+3.  Magic longsword on shadow.
Elder Voran
player, 876 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 00:27
  • msg #234

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran shouts, "SHERBORNE! TURN THEM!!"
Sherborne
player, 497 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 02:30
  • msg #235

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne attemps to turn the creatures that came out of the coffin and are moving toward the door.

20:27, Today: Sherborne rolled 5 using 2d6.  Hit Dice Roll.
20:27, Today: Sherborne rolled 4 using 2d6.  turn roll.  Didn't want to assume what they were...creatures up to Ghoul turned automatically...not good enough for wight level.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1375 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #236

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss' magical bolt finds purchase in one of the insubstantial creatures, but only does so much damage.  Elboc smashes into the same shadow, doing a bit more damage, and leaving the thing looking like one more good hit will shred it into nothingness

Albricht does a fair amount of damage to one of the creatures at the door, but the thing is fairly tough and solid, and will need much more hitting before it goes down.

Roak's mighty swing shears one of the shadows in two and it dissipates into the void.

Sherborne calls out to the powers of holiness, but the creatures here pay no heed.

Vsaati leaps away from the chest, drawing her sword and slashing wildly at one of shadows and almost destroying the thing.

07:25, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Vsaati, rolled 9 using 2d8+4.  Critical Damage.

<I've got no more time this morning, guys.  I'll post the monsters' attacks later and then we'll move onto the next round of combat.>
Dungeon Master
GM, 1376 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 7 Apr 2019
at 00:22
  • msg #237

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

One of the shadows strikes out and hits Roak for a minimal amount of damage, but he feels weakened by this chilling touch of the insubstantial creature. Lanliss similarly feel weakened by the hits that they receive from attacks by the shadows.

Albricht, having rushed the group at the door, is the subject of a vicious onslought of clawing attacks by the entire group of five undead horrors, but only one gets through his defense at all.

17:06, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 15 using 1d20.  Shadow attack vs. Roak.
17:09, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d4.  Damage vs. Roak (plus an additional 1 point of Strength damage)

17:06, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 18 using 1d20.  Shadow attack vs. Lanliss
17:09, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d4.  Damage vs. Lanliss (plus an additional 1 point of Strength damage)

17:05, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 18 using 1d20.  Shadow attack vs Elboc.
17:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d4.  Damage vs. Elboc (plus an additional 1 point of Strength damage)

17:04, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 11 using 1d20.  Shadow attack vs. Vsaati.

17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 19 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:16, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d3.  Damage vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 7 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 17 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 7 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 17 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 9 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.
17:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 13 using 1d20.  Attack vs. Albricht.

17:20, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
17:18, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

<OK, guys, tear 'em up!>
Silverglade
player, 559 posts
Sun 7 Apr 2019
at 19:00
  • msg #238

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade once more fails to connect with the party's enemies.

20:00, Today: Silverglade rolled 11 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Sherborne
player, 498 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 8 Apr 2019
at 03:32
  • msg #239

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne swings his mace around but the dark creatures seem to avoid him.

21:31, Today: Sherborne rolled 8 using 1d20+2 ((6)).
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 584 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/14
Mon 8 Apr 2019
at 08:32
  • msg #240

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Shuddering from the blow he has taken, Elboc swings again with his mace... but finds he is not strong enough.

04:30, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 10 using 1d20+2.  To hit.
Lanliss
player, 247 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 8 Apr 2019
at 12:42
  • msg #241

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Even as the shadow saps Lanliss's life force, the elf strikes back with his enchanted blade.

08:40, Today: Lanliss rolled 12,9 using d20+3,d8+3.  Shadow meets Magic Sword.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1377 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 8 Apr 2019
at 14:17
  • msg #242

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss' strike just catches the edge of one of the shadow creatures, destroying it.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:18, Mon 08 Apr 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 913 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 31/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 8 Apr 2019
at 17:38
  • msg #243

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht wound up for, what ought to have been, a tremendous diagonal swing. As the magical mace came forward however, the old dwarf seemed to have mistakenly stepped into a clay pot or urn perhaps. Needless to say the swing missed terribly, but there was a satisfied crunching sound as the errant mace struck the object encasing the dwarf's foot.

This was followed by a cry of pain and a string of profanity in Old Dwarvish, the language of the early Earth Fathers that sounded like rocks being washed down a river at spring crest.

"WHO PUT THAT THERE?! Chisel and Mallet that hurt!"

Mace of Bass attack on coffin-dweller: Albricht Burghammer rolled 5
Roak The Quick
player, 574 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 9 Apr 2019
at 19:50
  • msg #244

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, meanwhile, continues swinging, despite the cold soaking into his very bones. He manages to cut another of the creatures...

Hit AC -3 for 4 damage with magic sword, preferably on a wounded one.

15:49, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 4 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 2.  Damage.
15:49, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 20 using 1d20+2.  Magic longsword on shadow.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1378 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 10 Apr 2019
at 14:33
  • msg #245

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak leaps to Vsaati's aid on the dais, striking down the shadow that she had already wounded.  This frees Vsaati to strike at the single remaining shadow, ripping and tearing into the thing with her magical sword, but not quite finishing it.

07:31, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Vsaati, rolled 12 using 1d20+2.  Attack Roll.
07:31, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Vsaati, rolled 8 using 1d8+2.  Damage Roll.


<As soon as we see Elder Voran's attack, we can proceed.>
Elder Voran
player, 879 posts
16/16 hp AC 2
Spells: CLW,CLW,CMW
Thu 11 Apr 2019
at 18:38
  • msg #246

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran considers trying to turn this shadow, but he decides against it--he lobs a slingstone at it instead from his magical sling...

Hit AC 4 for 5 magic weapon damage.

14:37, Today: Elder Voran rolled 5 using 1d4+3.  Damage.
14:37, Today: Elder Voran rolled 15 using 1d20+3.  Magic sling attack!
Lanliss
player, 248 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 11 Apr 2019
at 19:36
  • msg #247

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Give me back my LIFE FORCE you shadowy BASTARDS!"

Lanliss loses his cool and misses his swing.


15:34, Today: Lanliss rolled 6,6 using d20+3,d8+3.  Slashing at the closest foe.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1380 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 13 Apr 2019
at 18:22
  • msg #248

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The light flickers ominously, fouling the transition between the vision that is normal for humans, and the expanded vision that elves and dwarves have.  The distraction allows the undead in the room to get extra strikes in before the players can mount a response.  Elder Voran feels the chill touch of the only remaining shadow, but just the one time. Still, he feels his strength ebb a bit as a result (-1 Strength for the next 80 minutes, like Lanliss).

Albricht is the center of a furious series of attacks by the creatures at the entrance to the room, but his superior armor keeps almost all of their clawed hands off of his flesh.

11:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 14 using 1d20.  Attack Roll vs. Elder Voran.
11:10, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d4.  Damage Roll vs. Elder Voran (plus an additional 1 point of Strength damage)

11:12, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5,6,15,7,10,9,10,3,4,12 using 10d20.  Attack Rolls vs. Albricht

11:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
11:13, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

11:14, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 8 using 1d20.  Attack Roll vs. Elder Voran
11:14, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3,5,20(critical),12,7,18,19(hit),5,8,8 using 10d20.  Attack Roll.
11:15, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 2d3.  Damage Roll vs. Albricht (critical).
11:15, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d3.  Damage Roll vs. Albricht.

Albricht:  I see your AC listed as -3 with your shield, but I'm only coming up with -2 when I do the calculation (Plate +1, Shield +2, -1 AC due to Dexterity).  Am I missing something?

<It's your turn again, guys!>
This message was last edited by the GM at 18:24, Sat 13 Apr 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 585 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/14
Sat 13 Apr 2019
at 22:01
  • msg #249

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Gritting his teeth, Elboc takes one more desperate swing at the shadows.

18:02, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 4 using 1d20+2.  to hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:02, Sat 13 Apr 2019.
Lanliss
player, 249 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Sun 14 Apr 2019
at 13:46
  • msg #250

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Undaunted, the elf continues his assault.

09:45, Today: Lanliss rolled 8,7 using D20+3,d8+3.  no more shadow puppet theatre
Silverglade
player, 560 posts
Sun 14 Apr 2019
at 16:11
  • msg #251

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Seeing the draining damage that the shadows are doing, Silverglade puts more effort into hiding behind his comrades than to fighting back.

17:09, Today: Silverglade rolled 8 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Vsaati
player, 324 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 00:37
  • msg #252

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Buoyed by her recent success, Vsaati moved to help Voran with the last shadow.  Only this time  her aim was foiled by the flickering lighting in the subterranean cavern and the blade whistled wide of the undead.


OOC:

00:35, Today: Vsaati rolled 9 using 1d20+2.  Attack shadow. Assuming a miss.
Sherborne
player, 499 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 01:46
  • msg #253

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne attempts to hit one of the shadows again but it's proving to be elusive.

19:41, Today: Sherborne rolled 7 using 1d20+2 ((5)).
Albricht Burghammer
player, 915 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 05:09
  • msg #254

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Come at me then you cursed coffin-crawlers!" Albricht raged at his foes that had battered him about a bit. He was trying to create an opening, attempting to pierce the ring that had them cut off from a retreat into the main chamber. For some reason his companions had been saving up all their misses for this dangerous instant of their lives.

"Get to smashin' you lot! You're fighting like a gaggle of surface dwellers!"

The wily oldster waited for just the right moment before he reversed directions with his mace and connected with a beautiful uppercut stroke!

"HA-HA! That'll whiten your whiskers!" Albricht bellowed triumphantly!

He set his lantern down in preparation for readying his shield once more. Not that he didn't enjoy a little rough and tumble, but the chilling touch of the undead really made his double-row of teeth sweat...

Mace of Bass (attack): Albricht Burghammer rolled 21 to hit AC-4
Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 8
Elder Voran
player, 882 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 10:58
  • msg #255

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, despite his own weakness, finds the strength to head over to Elboc and pray. The drow's wounds are healed!

Cast Cure Light Wounds on Elboc.
06:57, Today: Elder Voran rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Cure Light Wounds on Elboc.
Roak The Quick
player, 576 posts
AC 4
HP 17/21
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 11:00
  • msg #256

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, for his part, staggers over to the things attacking Voran and swings at one, but trips in the process; his blade flies wide.

Attack, miss.

06:59, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 3 using 1d20+2.  Attack the thing attacking Voran.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1382 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 14:38
  • msg #257

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The one remaining shadow swoops in to dig its undead claws into Elder Voran, but doesn't manage to make contact.  The four remaining creatures at the doorway spilt their attacks between Roak and Albricht, but only manage to score a single minor hit on the halfling.

07:33, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
07:33, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:33, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 9 using 1d20.  Attack Roll vs. Elder Voran
07:34, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 67 using 8d20 with rolls of 2,11,15,6,3,8,7,15.  Attack Rolls vs. Roak and Albricht
07:35, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d3.  Damage Roll vs. Roak

<Ok, guys, do you think you can mop them up this round?  It's your turn again.>
Lanliss
player, 253 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 14:44
  • msg #258

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Oh you want some of this edge too, do you?”

10:43, Today: Lanliss rolled 15,4 using D20+3,d8+3.  No more Mr. Nice Elf!
Albricht Burghammer
player, 921 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 16:17
  • msg #259

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht stretched his fingers just a bit once his shield was in place. The stone-ache (aerthrytys) sometimes flared at the worst of times... such as the middle of combat. One of the well-aged tendons popped back into place. A look of relief crossed Albricht's face.

"Time to go back to bed!"

Albricht made a massive overhand swing at one of the coffin-creepers. And it looked as if he was finally warmed up!

Mace of Bass (attack): Albricht Burghammer rolled 15 to hit AC2
Smacky, Crunchy Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 5
Roak The Quick
player, 577 posts
AC 4
HP 16/21
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 21:17
  • msg #260

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak keeps swinging....

Hit AC 7 for 4 hp, trying to kill the shadow.

17:17, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 4 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 2.  Damage.
17:16, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 10 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 8.  on shadow.
Silverglade
player, 562 posts
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 21:19
  • msg #261

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade's run of ineptness continues.

22:18, Today: Silverglade rolled 4 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Sherborne
player, 501 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 23:21
  • msg #262

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne is still flustered and catches nothing but air.

17:20, Today: Sherborne rolled 6 using 1d20+2 ((4)).
Vsaati
player, 326 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 00:07
  • msg #263

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati joined Roak in harrying the shadow, hoping to send the umbra to an eternal rest.  She felt good about her chances after an accurate thrust of the blade.


OOC:

20:07, Today: Vsaati rolled 10 using 1d8+2.  Damage to shadow.
20:06, Today: Vsaati rolled 16 using 1d20+2.  Attack shadow.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 587 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 04:18
  • msg #264

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Refreshed by the cleric's spell, Elboc tries to smash the shadow again.

00:19, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 7 using 1d6+2.  damage.

00:18, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 14 using 1d20+2.  to hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:19, Thu 18 Apr 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1384 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #265

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss hits the remaining shadow, but only does minimal damage.  Fortunately, Vsaati and Elboc finish the thing in a furious assault.  Albricht's own hit on one of the creatures at the door is solid, buy not existence-ending.

<As soon as we hear from Elder Voran, we'll move on.>
Dungeon Master
GM, 1386 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 19 Apr 2019
at 14:30
  • msg #266

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Seeing that the shadows have all been destroyed, Elder Voran switches his target to the creature that Albricht most recently wounded, hitting it hard and almost killing it.

Apparently the ranged attack was sufficiently unexpected that it shook the creatures for a moment, even in their state of undeath, and Elder Voran and his companions found themselves in a position to get in another quick series of attacks before the (currently) four remaining creatures blocking the exit can counterattack.

Bolstered by his previous success, Elder Voran snaps another sling stone at the group, but misses.

07:23, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Elder Voran, rolled 6 using 1d4+2.  Damage Roll.
07:22, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Elder Voran, rolled 16 using 1d20+3.  Attack Roll.

07:25, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
07:24, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

07:25, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Elder Voran, rolled 9 using 1d20+3.  Attack Roll.

<It's your turn again, guys.  Three remain unwounded, and the wounded one would need a really bad damage roll to not be destroyed in one hit.>
Lanliss
player, 254 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 19 Apr 2019
at 15:19
  • msg #267

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The battle continues.

”My strength will return, right? Right?”

11:12, Today: Lanliss rolled 15,5 using D20+3,d8+3.  the final cut.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 588 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 00:44
  • msg #268

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc attacks with his shortbow+1.

20:45, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 6 using 1d20+2.  To hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:45, Sat 20 Apr 2019.
Sherborne
player, 502 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 01:57
  • msg #269

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne is still suffering...from something.

19:56, Today: Sherborne rolled 6 using 1d20+2.  attack nearest.
Silverglade
player, 563 posts
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 16:48
  • msg #270

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade does slightly better than he has up to now.

17:47, Today: Silverglade rolled 4 using 1d8+2. Damage (sword +1).
17:46, Today: Silverglade rolled 12 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
Albricht Burghammer
player, 924 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 18:48
  • msg #271

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The great winged helmet shook as Albricht boggled at the frantic flailing of his companions. He grumbled something about needing to run some drills for this lot. He continued pushing his way forward in an attempt to break the wall of coffin-crawlers that was blocking their way out...

"Get back in your blankets you creepy... creeps!"

But it quickly became clear that his companion's ill-luck was contagious!


Albricht Burghammer rolled 9 to hit AC8
Albricht Burghammer rolled 4 Damage
Elder Voran
player, 885 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 20:17
  • msg #272

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran keeps throwing and missing!

16:16, Today: Elder Voran rolled 7 using 1d20+3.  Keep on slinging!
Roak The Quick
player, 578 posts
AC 4
HP 16/21
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 20:18
  • msg #273

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak also fights on, but is mostly in a defensive mode.

Also a miss.
16:18, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 5 using 1d20+2.  Attack!
Vsaati
player, 327 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 21 Apr 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #274

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati lent her blade to the cause as well, but found the undead creepers surprisingly elusive.


OOC:

10:27, Today: Vsaati rolled 6 using 1d8+2.  Damage (if needed).
10:27, Today: Vsaati rolled 10 using 1d20+2.  Attack coffin creepers.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1389 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 14:43
  • msg #275

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The creatures tear into a frenzy of mostly ineffective violence, now that they are threatened by the entire party, yet only Roak and Silverglade take any damage, and not much at that.

07:36, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 8,11.  Attacks vs. Albricht.
07:36, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 10,6.  Attacks vs. Roak.
07:36, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1,8.  Attacks vs. Silverglade.

07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
07:37, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

07:38, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 16,19.  Attack vs. Albricht.
07:38, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 19,3.  Attacks vs. Roak.
07:40, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d3.  Damage vs. Roak.
07:38, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1,18.  Attacks vs. Silverglade.
07:40, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d3.  Damage vs. Silverglade.

<Only three of them are left, and one has been injured.  Mop-up time!>
Elder Voran
player, 887 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 15:36
  • msg #276

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran stands back and keeps on flinging!!

Miss. 11:34, Today: Elder Voran rolled 6 using 1d20+3.  Fling a sling! (stone).
Roak The Quick
player, 580 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 15:37
  • msg #277

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, by contrast, makes contact with undead flesh. He may be bleeding in a couple spots, but he's no pushover!

Hit AC -1 for 3 damage.

11:36, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 3 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 1.  Damage.
11:34, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 18 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 16.  Attack undead.
Lanliss
player, 256 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 16:14
  • msg #278

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

”And your music was lousy too!”

12:13, Today: Lanliss rolled 13,6 using D20+3,d8+3.  Mop up time
Albricht Burghammer
player, 927 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 17:58
  • msg #279

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Duck, twist, bob, "Ya got nothin'!"
Grip, load, swing, "How's that feel?"

"Bah! Never-mind, you're dead."

Mace of Bass attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 16 to hit AC1
Van Damme-age: Albricht Burghammer rolled 6
Silverglade
player, 564 posts
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 18:05
  • msg #280

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Unlike the other members of the party, Silverglade stays true to his poor form.

19:03, Today: Silverglade rolled 3 using 1d20+2 ((1))
Sherborne
player, 503 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 23:47
  • msg #281

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne seems to have found the range this time and strikes hard.


17:45, Today: Sherborne rolled 5 using 1d6+2.
17:45, Today: Sherborne rolled 15 using 1d20+2.  attack nearest. hit AC 2
Vsaati
player, 328 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 00:10
  • msg #282

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

It was fortunate that her companions were finally landing some solid blows, for Vsaati was most certainly not.  Who would have thought incorporeal shadows would be easier to strike than shambling corpses?  But there it was...


OOC:

20:08, Today: Vsaati rolled 4 using 1d20+2.  Attack coffin creepers.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 589 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 08:22
  • msg #283

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc swings again, but his strength still hasn’t returned.

04:21, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 6 using 1d20+2.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1390 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 14:38
  • msg #284

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak cuts into one of the creatures.  The wound is not particularly telling, but does still land solidly.  Lanliss cuts into another and does a fair bit of damage to it, then Albricht and Sherborne jump in to assist and finish it.

The party is so bolstered by the facts that one of the three remaining undead is destroyed and another is almost half there that they slip in another set of attacks before the creatures can respond.

07:35, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.
07:35, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

<Two remain, and one of them is almost half destroyed!  Get 'em!>
Elder Voran
player, 888 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 16:37
  • msg #285

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, encouraged by the fact that the undead seem to be on the wrong end of the battle now, flings a slingstone and actually makes contact with one!

Hit AC 5 for 4 damage. No guarantee that AC 5 hits, but story-wise, at least he came near the target this time :-)

12:36, Today: Elder Voran rolled 4 using 1d4+3 with rolls of 1.  Damage.
12:35, Today: Elder Voran rolled 14 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 11.  Sling shot!
Roak The Quick
player, 581 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 16:38
  • msg #286

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak keeps hacking away...

Hits AC 9 for 9 damage, if that should by some miracle hit.

12:38, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 9 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 7.  Damage (in the unikely chance of a hit).
12:37, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 8 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 6.  Kill undead!!
Lanliss
player, 257 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 17:30
  • msg #287

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With a satisfying roar, the elf cleaves the undead with a perfect hit!


13:29, Today: Lanliss rolled 20,9 using d20+3,d8+3.  "...AND STAY DEAD!".
Albricht Burghammer
player, 928 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 17:45
  • msg #288

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Not to be outdone by the likes of Lanliss - and the others who were apparently finding their groove - Albricht wound up like a counterweight on a trebuchet and unleashed mashing mayhem with his magical mace!

"This is what we paid for!" he chortled wildly, with absolutely no context...


Mace of Bass (Attack): Albricht Burghammer rolled 15 to hit AC2
Splatter Zone(Damage): Albricht Burghammer rolled 9
Silverglade
player, 565 posts
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 21:44
  • msg #289

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade realises that he's been holding the wrong end of his sword. He spins it around, catches it, and slashes viciously at one of the creatures.

22:42, Today: Silverglade rolled 7 using 1d8+2. Damage (sword +1).
22:42, Today: Silverglade rolled 20 using 1d20+2. To hit (sword +1).
This message was last edited by the player at 21:45, Tue 23 Apr 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 590 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 09:07
  • msg #290

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc’s shoulder must be going numb.

05:06, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 8 using 1d20+2.  To hit.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1391 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #291

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran's sling stone flies over Roak's head, impacting the undead in front of the halfling, which is probably what startled the shorter fighter into missing his opponent.

Lanliss and Silverglade team up to destroy the one previously uninjured undead abomination, cutting it in two with a high-low attack.

Albricht steps up next to Roak and caves in the head of the creature there, leaving no more undead moving in the room.

In the hush that falls after a fight, memories of the chests on the dais dance through the party's collective minds.
Roak The Quick
player, 582 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 16:49
  • msg #292

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak staggers back, shaking his limbs. "I hope this wears off, whatever they did to me. Arright, Vsaati, do you mind going back to those chests and checking them again?"
Lanliss
player, 258 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 17:03
  • msg #293

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
Roak staggers back, shaking his limbs. "I hope this wears off, whatever they did to me. Arright, Vsaati, do you mind going back to those chests and checking them again?"


"You and me both, halfling!"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 929 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 22:46
  • msg #294

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The old dwarf's chest was heaving from the exertion, but that strange look in his eye remained, a bit wild and perhaps just a little unhinged. Instead of looping his magical mace and calling it a fight, Albricht walked over and smashed an urn all to pieces.

After a final, wild roar,  the dwarf took a long pull from his waterskin and then retrieved his lantern.

"Whatcha got up there lass?" Albricht called to Vsaati. "Something of value to have set them off is my guess..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 591 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 07:16
  • msg #295

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc cautiously approaches the chest, ready to back up Vsaati if there are any more unpleasant surprises.
Sherborne
player, 504 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 21:58
  • msg #296

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne studies the now fallen creatures to determine if they really were undead and if so why his attempts to turn them failed.
Vsaati
player, 329 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 27 Apr 2019
at 15:45
  • msg #297

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati sheathed her sword and let her shoulders relax a little once the last enemy had been downed.  Roughly combing her hair back with both hands, she looked about at the opened coffins and decided to take a quick look in each before heading back to the dais at the end of the room.  She was careful to stay away from those unopened sarcophagi though, lest new defenders suddenly appear.

Once finished inspecting the opened coffins, Vsaati retraced her steps to the dais and attempted to open the same chest she had been working when the shadows appeared.


OOC:

Peek inside the opened coffins just in case they are overflowing with gold, then to the chests and throne again.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1392 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 14:32
  • msg #298

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne checks over the remains of the destroyed creatures and determines from their advanced state of decay that they were truly undead.  With this in mind, he has no idea why his attempt to turn had no effect on them.

Vsaati carefully checks the opened coffins and finds only tatters of cloth and paper in them.  Returning to the dais, she again checks the throne and chests before determining that she still can't find any traps on them.

Looking inside of one of the chests, she finds what appears to be someone's old clothes, albeit nice clothes.  There is a cloak, a pair of boots, a hat, a pair of striped trews, and a couple of rings inside of the chest to the left of the throne as you approach it.  The other chest simply contains a somewhat flat-looking leather sack.
Silverglade
player, 566 posts
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 21:47
  • msg #299

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will investigate the sack. Is there anything in it? Does anything odd happen if he puts a GP inside it.
Roak The Quick
player, 584 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 11:55
  • msg #300

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak takes the clothing and puts it in his pack to look at later, and then gives the room an additional once-over. He suggests that the elves scour the room for any additional secret doors.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1393 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #301

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade picks up the leather sack and inspects it.  It's a bit heavier than he would have expected, since it seems to be empty, but not by much.  Looking inside he sees nothing.  Upon dropping a gold piece into it, he never feels the coin hit the bottom of the sack, it doesn't appear to be in the sack when he looks inside, and the leather sack doesn't seem to be appreciably heavier.
Lanliss
player, 259 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 14:22
  • msg #302

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Silverglade picks up the leather sack and inspects it.  It's a bit heavier than he would have expected, since it seems to be empty, but not by much.  Looking inside he sees nothing.  Upon dropping a gold piece into it, he never feels the coin hit the bottom of the sack, it doesn't appear to be in the sack when he looks inside, and the leather sack doesn't seem to be appreciably heavier.


"Oh. It's one of those. Are you going to risk reaching your arm down blindly to get your coin back, or risk losing your hand?"
Silverglade
player, 567 posts
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 20:31
  • msg #303

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Lanliss (msg # 302):

"Don't we have a halfling to climb into it?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 592 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 1 May 2019
at 01:14
  • msg #304

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc inspects the boots.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 931 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 1 May 2019
at 04:44
  • msg #305

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Good work lass!"

Albricht greedily scooped up the rings and snorted at the lack of gleaming coins. Those close by might have noticed that his eyes often strayed to the striped trews however. Such was the contrast between them and the ragged desert garb he wore over his King's mail, that it would certainly be unfashionable to wear them... but a look never hurt.

The dwarf turned his back to the others and began to inspect the rings individually. After all, other rings he'd found previously in their adventures had turned out to be worth quite a handsome price!
Roak The Quick
player, 585 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 1 May 2019
at 14:02
  • msg #306

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
"Don't we have a halfling to climb into it?"


Roak glares at Silverglade. "Har de har. I heard that elves sleep better after sticking their head in bags like that."

He keeps watch while Albricht examines the rings.
Elder Voran
player, 890 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 1 May 2019
at 14:03
  • msg #307

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran grins. "I thought it was funny." He, too watches while Albricht figures out the rings.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1394 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 1 May 2019
at 14:37
  • msg #308

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
Roak takes the clothing and puts it in his pack to look at later, and then gives the room an additional once-over.


<Does Elboc fish the clothing out of Roak's pack?>

Albricht looks over the rings, finding both to be made of gold, and both bearing engravings.  The first shows a motif of hunters holding back jackals, cheetahs, and hyenas on leashes, apparently hunting.  The other bears a band of diamonds with a circle inside each, and an arc in one half of the circle with small straight lines radiating out from it for a short distance.


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:39, Wed 01 May 2019.
Lanliss
player, 260 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 1 May 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #309

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 308):

"Hrm. The design on the the second one looks like a closed eyelid to me. Maybe it casts Sleep?"
Roak The Quick
player, 586 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 2 May 2019
at 20:02
  • msg #310

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The halfling squints at the rings. "You think they're magical, eh? Interesting. Maybe I should try one on?"
Silverglade
player, 568 posts
Thu 2 May 2019
at 22:27
  • msg #311

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

While they're talking, Silverglade will root around in the new bag to see what is contains.
Vsaati
player, 330 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 3 May 2019
at 00:53
  • msg #312

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati tried to watch each of her companions as they handled the various goods, whether it be clothes, rings, bags or whatever.  Mostly she was worried about unwanted effects, but part of her was fascinated with beneficial magic.  So she kept a close eye on the proceedings.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 593 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Fri 3 May 2019
at 06:11
  • msg #313

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc asks permission to examine the boots.  He doesn’t just take them.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 932 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 3 May 2019
at 06:35
  • msg #314

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Or maybe it'll allow me to get some decent sleep myself!" Albricht snorted. Though he was loathe to part with any treasure at all, he could see the value of handing it off to a companion who might utilize it better. He handed the strangely-runed ring to Lanliss. "Give it a try..."

The ring with the hunters he gave to Vsaati. He was after real riches, the kind of treasure they'd need to go all the way back to the surface for in order to acquire some miniature burros for packing it all!

"What else? We ready to move on then?"
Lanliss
player, 261 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 3 May 2019
at 13:02
  • msg #315

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
"Or maybe it'll allow me to get some decent sleep myself!" Albricht snorted. Though he was loathe to part with any treasure at all, he could see the value of handing it off to a companion who might utilize it better. He handed the strangely-runed ring to Lanliss. "Give it a try..."

The ring with the hunters he gave to Vsaati. He was after real riches, the kind of treasure they'd need to go all the way back to the surface for in order to acquire some miniature burros for packing it all!

"What else? We ready to move on then?"


"The fact that all of these item survived intact for all this time just screams magic. I wouldn't start running a fashion show with all these without casting some detection magic first. Ideally, we'd take them back to be analyzed. If that sack eats coins, it's likely cursed. It might hunger for some fool's hand next!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1395 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 3 May 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #316

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade reaches into the sack and has the somewhat distrubing experience of not feeling the bottom where it should be.  He reaches past that point, his arm into the sack past his elbow, when he encounters something that seems to be made of wood and fairly long.  When he pulls it out, and more and more of it seems to keep coming out of the sack, he finally finds a staff that is just a bit longer than a good walking stick in his hand.
Silverglade
player, 569 posts
Fri 3 May 2019
at 21:17
  • msg #317

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade holds up the staff.

"This should come in useful if we need kindling for a fire."
Vsaati
player, 331 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 4 May 2019
at 00:41
  • msg #318

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati accepted the ring in the palm of her hand, smiling cautiously at Albricht before gingerly turning the band over as she examined the carvings and markings closely.

After a minute she sighed slightly and slipped the ring into her belt purse.  Lanliss' warning was too practical for her to ignore, at least when there was no great need to risk placing an unknown ring upon her finger.  So she stowed it away and looked up just in time to marvel at Silverglade's discovery.

"By the gods!" she exclaimed.  "What manner of sack is that, anyway?"
Silverglade
player, 570 posts
Sat 4 May 2019
at 17:04
  • msg #319

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati:
"By the gods!" she exclaimed.  "What manner of sack is that, anyway?"


Silverglade looks at the bag for a moment, then back at Vsaati in confusion.

"Leather, I think," he answers.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 594 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 5 May 2019
at 07:42
  • msg #320

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

What do I learn about the boots?
Dungeon Master
GM, 1396 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 5 May 2019
at 18:31
  • msg #321

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc looks the calf-high boots over, finding that they are of quite good quality, and have exceptionally soft and thick soles.  There is a maker's mark on the back, but he doesn't recognize it, although it looks to be elven.
Silverglade
player, 572 posts
Mon 6 May 2019
at 21:58
  • msg #322

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will look at the scraps of paper. Can he read anything on them?
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 595 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 7 May 2019
at 01:20
  • msg #323

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc will try on the boots.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1398 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 7 May 2019
at 02:00
  • msg #324

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looks at the scraps of paper in the coffins.  They seem to be fragments of prayers for the deceased, with a very little bit of the writing still being legible on the larger bits, here and there.

Elboc finds the boots to be quite comfortable, fitting surprisingly well.
Roak The Quick
player, 588 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 8 May 2019
at 02:33
  • msg #325

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

If there is nothing else to see here, Roak recommends that the party head back the way they came. "Do we want to press on in another tunnel or go back to rest?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 596 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 8 May 2019
at 03:55
  • msg #326

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc tries walking around in them.  Does anything interesting happen?
Lanliss
player, 262 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 8 May 2019
at 12:58
  • msg #327

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
If there is nothing else to see here, Roak recommends that the party head back the way they came. "Do we want to press on in another tunnel or go back to rest?"


"That thing drained part of my life force! We should stop to recoup at the very least. Bind our wounds, recover our spells and whatnot."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1399 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 8 May 2019
at 14:20
  • msg #328

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc walks around in the boots, finding that they are quire comfortable to walk in, and most likely due to the softness of the soles, utterly silent.
Silverglade
player, 573 posts
Wed 8 May 2019
at 21:59
  • msg #329

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looks at Elboc in the boots. "They'd go well with the trews," he suggests.
Vsaati
player, 332 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 8 May 2019
at 23:20
  • msg #330

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"They'd go well if you were skulking around," Vsaati said admiringly, staring at the boots Elboc was modelling.  Eventually she tore her eyes away, and Lanliss' comment finally registered.

"Lanliss might be right.  We could also find out if any of these treasures are magical?" she suggested.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 597 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 9 May 2019
at 07:37
  • msg #331

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc squats down, folding the backs of his hands against the floor in a nice easy stretch.  “I agree that we should rest.  I also felt the shades sap my strength.”
This message was last edited by the player at 07:38, Thu 09 May 2019.
Elder Voran
player, 892 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 9 May 2019
at 20:34
  • msg #332

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "We are in agreement. Let's head back to the city and rest."

If there is no argument, the party moves out.
Silverglade
player, 574 posts
Thu 9 May 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #333

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade stuffs the finds into the bag unless anybody volunteers to carry or wear them.
This message was last edited by the player at 11:25, Fri 10 May 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1402 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 12 May 2019
at 23:31
  • msg #334

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party make their way back to the entry chamber, finding that the rime of frost has disappeared, along with the scrape marks on the floor, walls, and ceiling.  It takes only a moment to ascend the steps to where the Maidens of Madura are waiting.

"Well, you've come back out sooner than we would have expected," one begins, derision heavy in her voice.  "Was it a bit too much for you down there?  Did you get a bit scared and decide to come out?"
Roak The Quick
player, 590 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 13 May 2019
at 21:36
  • msg #335

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, who is looking a little bedraggled, squints at the women. "We killed a lot more undead today than you did, that's for darn skippy sure. We need to rest. Where can we do that?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1403 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 14 May 2019
at 02:00
  • msg #336

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The woman's compatriot gives a bit of a smirk at the biting retort on Roak's part, then answers him while the first woman splutters, "There are plenty of places back in town, and I'm sure that you can find bunks in our holding if the others aren't to your liking."  She gives the elves an appraising look for a moment, but visibly moves on, returning to her scanning of the area for threats.
Elder Voran
player, 893 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 14 May 2019
at 18:25
  • msg #337

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran bows. "We would be honored to sleep in your holdings, if that would be possible. Could one of you show us the way?
Dungeon Master
GM, 1406 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 15 May 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #338

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"If you're pulling out to rest, there's no reason for us to be here.  I suppose you can follow us," comes the somewhat bored reply from the first speaker, and with that she immediately turns and begins the winding trek back to the city.  Once inside the city again, you easily begin to recognize landmarks as she ushers you into the temple of the Warrior Maidens of Madura.

The general you had met with before simply nods when presented with the fact that you've come back to rest, her eyes sweeping across your scuffs and scrapes, and indicates a particular barracks room that the party can use to recuperate before venturing out again.
Silverglade
player, 576 posts
Wed 15 May 2019
at 21:14
  • msg #339

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade and whoever wants to accompany him will take the magical-looking items for identification.
Sherborne
player, 506 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 15 May 2019
at 23:08
  • msg #340

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows the group back and finds a place to crash. If anyone would like some healing let me know.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 599 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 16 May 2019
at 09:50
  • msg #341

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc will go with Silverglade.  He is eager for confirmation of his suspicions regarding his new boots.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1407 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 16 May 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #342

Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade is unable to get in to see General Amamentena, but one of her officers takes the items for identification, saying that it will take a couple of days.  If you keep any of them, they won't be able to look them over.  They do provide a receipt for anything you leave, however.

<I'll need a list of anything that you want to have identified and are not taking with you on your next trip into the catacombs.>
Lanliss
player, 263 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 16 May 2019
at 15:15
  • msg #343

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Silverglade is unable to get in to see General Amamentena, but one of her officers takes the items for identification, saying that it will take a couple of days.  If you keep any of them, they won't be able to look them over.  They do provide a receipt for anything you leave, however.

<I'll need a list of anything that you want to have identified and are not taking with you on your next trip into the catacombs.>


The eye-ring in my case
Albricht Burghammer
player, 935 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 18 May 2019
at 18:34
  • msg #344

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht would never admit it unless he thought it might gain him something, but he did feel quite worn out. It was something about undead that made him particularly weary. He'd not even suffered the debilitating drain like a couple of his companions, though he still felt somewhat depleted. A good rest would be welcome, as would the time to sharpen the spikes on his magical mace and apply a fresh coat of polish to the glorious winged helm he had suddenly become so fond of.

"What do you use for weapon oil down here?" he asked one of the warrior-women who checked in on them. "How do you keep your weapons from rusting with all the humidity from the lake?" His own supply was spent and he'd needed to use some of the oil he'd purchased before their endeavor into the crypts below, though he'd never taken the time to consider its source.

And speaking of lake... the oldster definitely wanted to soak his feet in the icy waters, having reconsidered his original plan to fully submerge himself.
Silverglade
player, 577 posts
Sat 18 May 2019
at 22:09
  • msg #345

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In terms of identifying objects, I think we're talking about:

The bag (assumed to be a bag of holding)
The boots
The trews
The cloak
The hat
The rings

Anything else we should add, or take with us?
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 600 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 19 May 2019
at 07:29
  • msg #346

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc concurs with leaving the boots.
Vsaati
player, 335 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 19 May 2019
at 12:42
  • msg #347

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati was more than ready to accompany the others for item identification.  She wanted to know whether there was anything extra-special about the ring with the hunting scenes since she held that in her possession, but she was also naturally curious about all the treasures they had liberated. It sort of ran with her career choice, after all.
Roak The Quick
player, 591 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 19 May 2019
at 12:45
  • msg #348

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak agrees and works with the others to identify the list that Silverglade listed.
Elder Voran
player, 895 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sun 19 May 2019
at 12:45
  • msg #349

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran is also in agreement.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1410 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 20 May 2019
at 00:51
  • msg #350

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We manage it the same way that they do in the narrow world above," one of the warriors replies to Albricht, in a somewhat condescending tone, "with rock oil."  She then turns and leaves, her posture suggesting that she got the better of a clear inferior.

<I've got the following list of items being left with the followers of Madura:

1.  The leather sack that Silverglade was carrying.
2.  The fancy boots that Elboc wearing.
3.  The trews.
4.  The cloak (I think someone had claimed this, but don't recall who).
5.  The hat.
6.  The "eye" ring (held by Lanliss).
7.  The ring decorated with animals (held by Vsaati).

Let me know if I'm missing something.>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 601 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 21 May 2019
at 22:48
  • msg #351

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc does a few easy stretches as he awaits their departure.  Important to be limber, especially when heading into battle.
Roak The Quick
player, 593 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 23 May 2019
at 23:00
  • msg #352

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak takes the "eye" ring with him. "To test it out!" he insists. Then he's ready to leave.
Lanliss
player, 264 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 24 May 2019
at 12:39
  • msg #353

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
Roak takes the "eye" ring with him. "To test it out!" he insists. Then he's ready to leave.


Lanliss blocks the halfling's egress and stares down with a steely gaze.

"Are you serious?"
Roak The Quick
player, 594 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 24 May 2019
at 20:16
  • msg #354

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak glares back. "Yes. Want to arm-wrestle me for the right to leave it here?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 602 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sat 25 May 2019
at 19:57
  • msg #355

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Leave the ring for identification,” Elboc says.  “No arm wrestling.  Save it for the monsters.”
Albricht Burghammer
player, 938 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 25 May 2019
at 21:35
  • msg #356

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Aye! Arm wrestling it is! Or a good old-fashioned dwarven whisker pull, that'd be better..." Albricht was very animated about the prospects of a contest. He began clearing off a small stone table which was just perfect for either contest.
Lanliss
player, 265 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Sat 25 May 2019
at 21:53
  • msg #357

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

”I claimed the ring and I’m paying for proper identification. And if this is going turn into a greedy free for all I may as well take the ring and head back to the surface.”
Albricht Burghammer
player, 939 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 25 May 2019
at 22:31
  • msg #358

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht snorted. "I found the rings Lanliss. And are you threatening or promising? The surface is a long way up, and lest you've forgotten, a burning wasteland of endless sand!" His eyes widened, showing a hint of the mind behind having been sun-baked not a little.

"I say we make a tournament out of it! Draw lots and winner takes the ring! We could probably get a bunch of the Cynodecians to pay to watch it! That's how we'll raise money to pay for the identification spells..."
Roak The Quick
player, 595 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 26 May 2019
at 00:36
  • msg #359

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak glares at the elf and then kicks him, but leaves the ring for identification.

Moving on.
Sherborne
player, 507 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 26 May 2019
at 21:24
  • msg #360

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne meditates a little and waits until the group is ready to continue on once the 'bartering' for the ring is over.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1415 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 27 May 2019
at 20:24
  • msg #361

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The matter of the rings and other magic items settled, the group rest up, seeing to the healing of their wounds and the maintenance of their equipment.  When ready, they are escorted back to the entrance to the catacombs by another couple of the Maidens of Madura.  The two Maidens set up a small camp, preparing to be as comfortable as possible until the party either reappears, or until the pair are relieved by their replacements.

Inside of the catacombs one and all soon find that they are in what might be thought of as the entry chamber, although without the frost and scratch marks on the walls.


Silverglade
player, 578 posts
Mon 27 May 2019
at 21:21
  • msg #362

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Unless anyone has a better idea, how about taking exit D?
Vsaati
player, 336 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 28 May 2019
at 08:42
  • msg #363

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati was in agreement with Silverglade and moved to the front of the group, ready to scout ahead at the verges of the light.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 940 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 28 May 2019
at 16:52
  • msg #364

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Children, have you learned so little from me?" Albricht said in exasperation. He grumbled all sorts of semi-intelligible epithets in what sounded like a potpourri of languages ranging from Old Dwarvish to Goblin as he trudged after the others into the chosen tunnel, his desert sandals slapping the floor with measured steps.


Searching for slopes, pivots, doors, stone and mortar trickery, etc.

This message was last edited by the player at 22:35, Tue 28 May 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 596 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 28 May 2019
at 17:31
  • msg #365

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak leads the way!

Down hallway D it is.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 603 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 29 May 2019
at 05:21
  • msg #366

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I highly recommend that somebody search for traps.  Including tapping the floor ahead of us."

The basics... you couldn't emphasize them enough.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:21, Wed 29 May 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1417 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 29 May 2019
at 14:31
  • msg #367

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party slowly begin to move toward the selected exit, at which time there is a rush of distinctly icy cold air that comes from it.  There is the faint scent of dust, ancient stone, and something like fading decay on the wind.

Albricht notes no oddities with the stone, despite his disdain for the builders and their obviously inferior techniques.  The passage continues for a short distance, then appears to stop at a wall of blackness.  It's not that there's a section of wall there that's black; there just isn't anything that the party can see, right there, across the passage, as if the world came to an end at that point.
Silverglade
player, 580 posts
Wed 29 May 2019
at 19:48
  • msg #368

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will throw a coin into the blackness as a little experiment.
Roak The Quick
player, 597 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 29 May 2019
at 19:49
  • msg #369

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stands back and watches to see what happens to Silverglade's coin.
Sherborne
player, 508 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 29 May 2019
at 23:07
  • msg #370

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stand ready in case anything rushes the party while waiting to see what happens with the coin.
Lanliss
player, 267 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 30 May 2019
at 13:11
  • msg #371

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss furrows his brow.

"Continual Darkness spell, obviously. Some caster wanted this place hidden."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1418 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 30 May 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #372

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade tosses the coin through the wall of blackness, waiting for any indication of what happened to it, but none comes.  There is no sound of it striking the floor on the other side.
Lanliss
player, 268 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 30 May 2019
at 14:54
  • msg #373

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Who's got a pole? Grappling hook maybe?
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 604 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 30 May 2019
at 23:31
  • msg #374

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc suggests that he tries casting Continual Light at the darkness.  If the others agree, he does so.
Silverglade
player, 581 posts
Fri 31 May 2019
at 20:58
  • msg #375

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

That sounds like it's worth a try.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 942 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 31 May 2019
at 21:17
  • msg #376

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht scratched absently and shrugged when anyone looked at him. "Too bad we don't have any goblins handy... quite useful for this sort of thing. Tie a rope to an ankle and toss them in... maybe one of the mushroom chewers from the city would wish to volunteer..."
Silverglade
player, 582 posts
Sat 1 Jun 2019
at 17:18
  • msg #377

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade wonders why they need a goblin when they have a perfectly serviceable halfling, but decides it's best not to discuss it with the crazy dwarf.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 605 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sat 1 Jun 2019
at 23:55
  • msg #378

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc casts Continual Light at the darkness.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1419 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 01:20
  • msg #379

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc casts his spell, centering it perfectly on the wall of darkness.  What appears is a hemisphere of light, casting its rays back toward the party from the darkness, but nothing appears beyond that point.
Silverglade
player, 583 posts
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 14:58
  • msg #380

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will thrust his sword into the darkness and then withdraw it.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 943 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 15:48
  • msg #381

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht began to loose his coil of rope from his pack. "Good idea. Let's tie Roak to the end of this and then we'll yank him back if something... case he get's lost."

The dwarf made for the halfling.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1420 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 17:23
  • msg #382

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade's sword blade glides into the darkness without any form of resistance, and re-emerges from it apparently undamaged.
Silverglade
player, 584 posts
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 17:54
  • msg #383

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade takes a deep breath and then walks through the black portal.
Lanliss
player, 269 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 19:42
  • msg #384

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
Silverglade takes a deep breath and then walks through the black portal.


Lanliss looks a bit nervous.

”There are legends about black holes like these...”
Vsaati
player, 337 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 19:55
  • msg #385

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati looked on fearfully.  There was nothing particularly frightening about a natural darkness to her, but this was magic.  Crypts full of restless undead were creepy enough, but with a darkness barely penetrable with elven magic?  Who wouldn't be weak-kneed when faced with that?

The burglar bounced nervously on the balls of her feet, ready to aid Silverglade however she could if something went wrong.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1421 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 03:23
  • msg #386

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The party watches Silverglade pass through the wall of darkness.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:24, Mon 03 June 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 944 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 06:20
  • msg #387

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht blinked. Then he tossed one end of the rope after Silverglade into the unnatural darkness. "Heya, snatch that up if you're not obliterified or... worse."

He shifted from one foot to another, his nature at war within him. "Well, this is a thing unheard of. An Elf would go into darkness, where a Dwarf... was particularly hesitant. Oh, I'll never hear the end of it."

He remembered an old family tale of his distantly related Uncle Ilmig, who escorted a King and an Elf-lord through a crypt not unlike this one where Albricht found himself now.
Elder Voran
player, 901 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 11:35
  • msg #388

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran steps closer to the black barrier. "Silverglade, can you hear us? Are you well?"
Lanliss
player, 270 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 12:59
  • msg #389

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
Albricht blinked. Then he tossed one end of the rope after Silverglade into the unnatural darkness. "Heya, snatch that up if you're not obliterified or... worse."

He shifted from one foot to another, his nature at war within him. "Well, this is a thing unheard of. An Elf would go into darkness, where a Dwarf... was particularly hesitant. Oh, I'll never hear the end of it."

He remembered an old family tale of his distantly related Uncle Ilmig, who escorted a King and an Elf-lord through a crypt not unlike this one where Albricht found himself now.


"I assumed you were terrified of the silence behind the curtain!" the elf says with a chuckle.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1422 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 14:18
  • msg #390

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

All ears in the party await to hear any reply from Silverglade.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:18, Mon 03 June 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 945 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 14:49
  • msg #391

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht wiggled the rope violently, hoping that Silverglade might catch hold of it - if he was still alive...

"You might have a point Lanliss, maybe sound doesn't get through that darkness... Too bad we don't have a really long ear cone..."
Lanliss
player, 271 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 14:52
  • msg #392

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
Albricht wiggled the rope violently, hoping that Silverglade might catch hold of it - if he was still alive...

"You might have a point Lanliss, maybe sound doesn't get through that darkness... Too bad we don't have a really long ear cone..."


"You might be onto something... Do we have a drinking horn we could break the end off of? Or something else long and hollow? A scroll tube maybe?"
Silverglade
player, 585 posts
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 20:52
  • msg #393

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below



OOC: You see and hear nothing from Silverglade.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 606 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 23:20
  • msg #394

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“It would be wise to tap the floor all around in there before risking sending somebody in,” Elboc says.

Of course, he really should have said this earlier.
Sherborne
player, 509 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 02:08
  • msg #395

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne looks a little worried but keeps any eye out in case something comes at them from behind. "Maybe we can tie a weight to the end of that rope?  I have my old warhammer if that works."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1423 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #396

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below



Time passes as the party stand around debating...
Lanliss
player, 272 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 14:31
  • msg #397

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne:
Sherborne looks a little worried but keeps any eye out in case something comes at them from behind. "Maybe we can tie a weight to the end of that rope?  I have my old warhammer if that works."


"Yes, let's do it! Hopefully Silverglade can grab the hammer after it goes through!"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 946 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 15:25
  • msg #398

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht pulled his rope back in order to attach Sherborne's warhammer. He tied a series of knots that looked more like a drunken orgy of pythons than anything recognizable (but would argue to the death it was a series of strong dwarf-knots). He twirled it a few times, tightened one of the pythons knots which had slipped a little, and tossed it into the darkness, clutching a coil or two.
Silverglade
player, 586 posts
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 20:49
  • msg #399

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below



OOC: ?
Roak The Quick
player, 598 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 4 Jun 2019
at 23:18
  • msg #400

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stands by, waiting to see if Albricht can recover Sherborne's warhammer (and his rope) from the abyss.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1424 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 5 Jun 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #401

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below



The warhammer and other end of the rope sail through the darkness, seeming to fall as if landing on an unseen floor on the other side.  Very shortly thereafter Silverglade reappears, emerging from the wall of darkness and blinking several times in the torchlight and the rays of Elboc's partial continual flame spell.
Lanliss
player, 273 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 5 Jun 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #402

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The warhammer and other end of the rope sail through the darkness, seeming to fall as if landing on an unseen floor on the other side.  Very shortly thereafter Silverglade reappears, emerging from the wall of darkness and blinking several times in the torchlight and the rays of Elboc's partial continual flame spell.


"Silverglade! Are you alright? What was back there?"
Silverglade
player, 587 posts
Wed 5 Jun 2019
at 20:32
  • msg #403

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Just more corridor," says Silverglade. "You can't see or hear anything from this side, but things just carry on. Oh, and I found this."

He holds up a miner's pick.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 947 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 5 Jun 2019
at 23:59
  • msg #404

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht had caught a lot of creatures with a plethora of different bait, but catching an elf with an old warhammer was probably the strangest.

"Been saving elves for centuries... sort of a tradition I suppose." He took a close look at the weapon to see if anything had affected it in the darkness.

Looking around, Albricht tried to find an anchor point on this side of the anomaly to which he could tie a wad of pythons dwarf-knots to in order for them to be able to pull themselves back through once the decided to proceed.

"Let's anchor here and then we can get back through."

"Silverglade, did you perchance feel the walls when you went through? Could there be any side passages hidden off this hall in that blob of dark?"
Roak The Quick
player, 599 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 6 Jun 2019
at 18:55
  • msg #405

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak pulls out a pair of iron spikes. "Don't suppose you'd want these to help anchor your rope, o rescuer of elves?" the halfling offers drily.
Silverglade
player, 588 posts
Thu 6 Jun 2019
at 20:02
  • msg #406

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"The corridor turns to the right. I could see nothing beyond that.
Vsaati
player, 338 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 7 Jun 2019
at 00:10
  • msg #407

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Roak makes sense," Vsaati stated, relieved Silverglade had returned safely.  "The other corridors were eventually dead ends, so we can probably assume this is the same.  If we anchor a rope at either side of the darkness, we can follow it swiftly back out when we finish with the other side."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 948 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 7 Jun 2019
at 01:22
  • msg #408

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht hammered the spikes into the lower corners of the corridor where they would get the most bite. The rope was... secured... and made ready.

But then a disturbing thought occurred to him...

"Hey Silverglade," the old dwarf queried with a note of skepticism, giving the elf a poke with his gnarled finger, "help me remember, what was the reward we were offered to come down here? How did we come to be in this strange world below?"

Out of the corner of his whiskers he muttered to the others. "Not convinced he's who we think he is..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 607 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Fri 7 Jun 2019
at 04:38
  • msg #409

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc watches the crazy old dwarf, wondering if his thirst for drama will ever be quenched.  He does await Silverglade’s reply, however.
Silverglade
player, 589 posts
Fri 7 Jun 2019
at 19:09
  • msg #410

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade gives the dwarf a long stare. He was aware that short-lived races like dwarves became senile at the sort of age when an elf would be little more than an adolescent, but it was still a shame to see it happen before his eyes. "20000 GP for clearing the catacombs, or 50 GP per undead if we fail. And you won't need that," he adds, pointing at the rope, "we can just walk back and forth through this dark barrier."

So saying, he walks through the barrier again to show how easy it is.
Roak The Quick
player, 600 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 7 Jun 2019
at 19:42
  • msg #411

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shakes his head. "You're missing the point, Silverglade. We can leave the rope in the dark and use it to find our way back across in case something goes wrong. I'm ready to move forward, though."

This is, of course, assuming that Silverglade walks back into earshot with no incident.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 949 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 8 Jun 2019
at 01:06
  • msg #412

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Hrrrumph! Still not convinced..." Albricht grabbed the end of the rope, adjusted his pack and with a ten-foot shuffle, plunged right into the darkness!

"Aaaiiiiii!"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 608 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 9 Jun 2019
at 10:39
  • msg #413

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc follows the dwarf through.
Sherborne
player, 510 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 9 Jun 2019
at 18:52
  • msg #414

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stashes his hammer and follows the rest.
Lanliss
player, 274 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Sun 9 Jun 2019
at 23:53
  • msg #415

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss rolls his eyes as he steps through the darkness.
Elder Voran
player, 902 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 00:05
  • msg #416

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, laughing, follows the others in.
Roak The Quick
player, 601 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 00:06
  • msg #417

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak sighs, watching this bunch of madmen rushing in where he should be going first. He follows the rope in, careful to keep it within arm's reach, and taps the floor in front of him with his sword...
Vsaati
player, 339 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 00:26
  • msg #418

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati's uneasiness with the unnatural darkness continued and she cautiously followed Roak, including holding onto the rope on the way through the lightless zone.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1425 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 14:20
  • msg #419

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As soon as a party member with a light source passes through the wall of darkness, those who have already traveled beyond it find themselves in an adequately-lit corridor.  This corridor makes a slight right several feet ahead and continues on.   Behind the group can be seen a wall of darkness.


Silverglade
player, 590 posts
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 20:29
  • msg #420

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Down the corridor to see what's around the corner then?" asks Silverglade.
Roak The Quick
player, 602 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 23:49
  • msg #421

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and leads the party around the first corner to the right, tapping his sword on the floor as he goes.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 950 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 11 Jun 2019
at 03:36
  • msg #422

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht followed in his place, keeping one eye on the path ahead and one eye out for anything noteworthy concerning the construction to the passage - a feat not particularly difficult for the dwarf, for his eyes tended to wander. He'd jammed the end of the rope into a crack and readied his weapons for action.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1426 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 11 Jun 2019
at 14:24
  • msg #423

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Coming around the corner the party see three doors.  One is on the right-hand wall, quite close to the corner, and stands open.  Another is further down on the right and is closed.  The third is at what appears to be the end of the corridor, some 40 feet beyond the second door on the right, and is also closed.

Albricht notes that this passage seems to have been constructed more recently than the others, and is of much lower quality.
Roak The Quick
player, 603 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 11 Jun 2019
at 20:08
  • msg #424

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak moves up slowly to the open door and peers inside...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1427 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 12 Jun 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #425

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Without opening the door any further, Roak can just see a wheelbarrow along the left-hand wall.  The door hinges on the right and there seems to be more of the room obscured by it, as it is only partially open.  There is a stronger smell of damp earth here, and an oddly dry and faintly spicy smell as well.
Roak The Quick
player, 604 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 12 Jun 2019
at 23:34
  • msg #426

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak takes his sword and pokes at the door, seeing if it will open more at this slight push.
Sherborne
player, 511 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 03:39
  • msg #427

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne readies his mace and keeps an eye out behind while the results of Roak's prodding become evident.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1428 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 14:32
  • msg #428

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak tries gently pushing at the door, but it feels as if something is stopping it.
Roak The Quick
player, 605 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 18:11
  • msg #429

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak steps back. "Thought so. Any of you spell-slinger types have any magic that can look around a corner?"
Lanliss
player, 275 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 18:20
  • msg #430

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
Roak steps back. "Thought so. Any of you spell-slinger types have any magic that can look around a corner?"


Lanliss pulls a hand-mirror out of his backpack.

"Will this work?"
Roak The Quick
player, 606 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 18:23
  • msg #431

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks amused. "Bit more mundane than expected, but, yes, that'll do." He takes the mirror and, with blade in his other hand, approaches the door cautiously, moving until he can get a view of what's behind the door without opening it further...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1429 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 14 Jun 2019
at 14:35
  • msg #432

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak manages to maneuver himself into a position where he can see, poorly around the door.  The light source is coming from behind him and only just reflecting into the room.  He can barely see several cloth-wrapped bodies, some digging tools, and indistinct shapes beyond.  It is unclear how long room is, but it only appears to be 30 to 40 feet wide.
Roak The Quick
player, 607 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 14 Jun 2019
at 20:43
  • msg #433

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak moves back out and describes what he saw to the others. "Close the door and move on? Or jump in and see what jumps at us?"
Silverglade
player, 591 posts
Fri 14 Jun 2019
at 21:01
  • msg #434

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I don't like the idea of leaving potential foes behind us," says Silverglade.
Vsaati
player, 340 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 15 Jun 2019
at 00:16
  • msg #435

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Mmmm," Vsaati nodded in agreement with Silverglade, especially when the corridor wouldn't likely have any significant branches or alternate ways out.  At least, if the other corridors were any indication.  That would mean they could be trapped, if those things decided to come out into the hallway after the group passed.

"You said cloth-wrapped?" she asked Roak for clarification.  "Could we maybe set them on fire and then shut the door?"
Roak The Quick
player, 608 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sat 15 Jun 2019
at 20:07
  • msg #436

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods. "Yep, cloth-wrapped. I don't know if they're dead-dead or undead. If you want to try to chuck some oil and torches at them and then shut the door, I'm game to do the throwing if someone will shut the door behind me."
Lanliss
player, 276 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Sat 15 Jun 2019
at 22:20
  • msg #437

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

”What about anointing them with holy water? If they’re undead, they burn. If they’re just plain dead, then we’ve done them a favor!”
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 609 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 16 Jun 2019
at 00:48
  • msg #438

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc concurs with the holy water idea.  He isn’t wild about the idea of throwing burning oil around like it’s rice at a half-orcish wedding.  That was how beautiful treasures got ruined.
Sherborne
player, 512 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 16 Jun 2019
at 01:45
  • msg #439

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne nods.  "That sounds like a good idea."
Silverglade
player, 592 posts
Sun 16 Jun 2019
at 21:05
  • msg #440

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade agrees. "We don't even know if they're friendly yet. If they are then throwing holy water at them is just having a water fight. Throwing oil and lighting it is likely to reduce their friendliness."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 952 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 17 Jun 2019
at 07:07
  • msg #441

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The oldster listened to the contemplations of his companions, his head alternating between nodding and shaking. He offered advice to both camps, and though he had strong opinions as to both approaches, he didn't really take a side... rather both.

"Fire and water... something ought to happen. There really should be some sort of outcome from all of this. I feel that something will happen if we take action... In fact, I'm rather convinced of this!"

Sound input from the sound mind of one who'd walked the desert sands beneath a blazing sun for perhaps a dozen millenia... give or take...
Roak The Quick
player, 609 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 17 Jun 2019
at 19:56
  • msg #442

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods. "All right, who's got holy water that I can throw? I'll be the one throwing it--if there's throwing to be done, you want a halfling doing it!"
Sherborne
player, 513 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 18 Jun 2019
at 03:21
  • msg #443

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Unfortunately I do not have any blessed water on me.  I would have to find some and prepare it.  That takes time.", Sherborne muses.

ooc: not sure if this edition fleshed out any rules for holy water but I imagine it would be something along those lines.
Lanliss
player, 277 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 18 Jun 2019
at 12:31
  • msg #444

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

He looks around quizzically.

"No one purchased or borrowed any from the temple?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1430 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 18 Jun 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #445

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<I don't recall there being any way for a low-level cleric to create holy water, no.>
Lanliss
player, 278 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 18 Jun 2019
at 17:23
  • msg #446

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
<I don't recall there being any way for a low-level cleric to create holy water, no.>


[Would a bless spell work?]
Albricht Burghammer
player, 953 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 18 Jun 2019
at 17:32
  • msg #447

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I've got some oil," Albricht said, remembering some of their escapades in the chambers in the narrowing world above - as the Cynedecians referred to it.


Rit-u-al! Rit-u-al! Rit-u-al!

I thought we got some Holy Water from the Madurans...?
This message was last edited by the player at 06:03, Wed 19 June 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 610 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 19 Jun 2019
at 03:04
  • msg #448

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc raises an eyebrow.  “No holy water?  Really?”

At least they won’t be getting any on me, he reflects gratefully.
Elder Voran
player, 903 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 21 Jun 2019
at 19:33
  • msg #449

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran pulls out a couple of flasks. "Oh, here they are. I forgot we had bought them. Roak, try not to drop them before you throw them, eh?" He hands them gingerly to the halfling.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:33, Fri 21 June 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1431 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 19 Jun 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #450

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<The Rules Cyclopedia states that holy water must be prepared by a cleric of 9th level or above.>
Roak The Quick
player, 611 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 21 Jun 2019
at 19:34
  • msg #451

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak makes a rude comment under his breath at the cleric and then nods to the others. "I'll throw, but then what? Do we close the door? Rush in to attack? Or what?"
Vsaati
player, 341 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 23 Jun 2019
at 22:52
  • msg #452

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I'd say toss it at the likely targets and peer past the cracked door to see what happens.  If they get all angry, pull the door shut and let them stew in holy juices for a while."

"If nothing happens, we can go in and explore a little."  The burglar shrugged nonchalantly, though her eyes seemed a little too wide to fully carry off the effect.
Lanliss
player, 279 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 24 Jun 2019
at 12:37
  • msg #453

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati:
"I'd say toss it at the likely targets and peer past the cracked door to see what happens.  If they get all angry, pull the door shut and let them stew in holy juices for a while."

"If nothing happens, we can go in and explore a little."  The burglar shrugged nonchalantly, though her eyes seemed a little too wide to fully carry off the effect.


Lanliss nods. "Sounds about right..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 611 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 25 Jun 2019
at 06:33
  • msg #454

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Bang a gong, get it on!”
Lanliss
player, 280 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 25 Jun 2019
at 12:34
  • msg #455

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
“Bang a gong, get it on!”


"We brought a gong...?"
Silverglade
player, 594 posts
Tue 25 Jun 2019
at 21:05
  • msg #456

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
“Bang a gong, get it on!”


"You've got the teeth of the hydra upon you. Um, actually I hope they haven't."
Roak The Quick
player, 613 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 25 Jun 2019
at 23:51
  • msg #457

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and, without further ado, springs into the room and hurls the holy water at the figure wrapped in cloth!!
Albricht Burghammer
player, 956 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 01:59
  • msg #458

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With a huff and a grunt, Albricht joined in the fun by launching a crossbow bolt through the door!

There was a TWANG! followed by a tearing sensation as a healthy hank of sun-bleached whiskers was jerked out by the bowstring!

Plentiful Dwarven epithets followed...


Attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 2 using 1d20+1 ((1)). Natural 1!
Sherborne
player, 514 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 02:02
  • msg #459

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stands with his mace at the ready while he watches to see what the holy water does.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1436 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 14:17
  • msg #460

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The door opens wider as Roak leaps through, the light from behind him illuminating stacks of cloth-wrapped bodies.  In a moment of indecision the halfling casts the vial of holy water at the center of the group and the thin glass breaks on contact, wetting about six of the forms.  None of them move or otherwise seem to react in any way.  Also visible in the room is a wheeled barrow, some digging implements, and an absolutely HUGE mass of spiderwebs in the back right corner of the room.
Silverglade
player, 595 posts
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 21:00
  • msg #461

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade watches, then appears confused. "So, do we light the water now?"
Roak The Quick
player, 615 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 22:09
  • msg #462

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks a bit deflated. "Well, that was a waste," he growled.

He turns and eyes the spiderwebs. "I want to light those on fire. Any objections?" he says after he walks back out and describes the scene to the others.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1438 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 05:08
  • msg #463

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below


Lanliss
player, 281 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 12:54
  • msg #464

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak The Quick:
Roak looks a bit deflated. "Well, that was a waste," he growled.

He turns and eyes the spiderwebs. "I want to light those on fire. Any objections?" he says after he walks back out and describes the scene to the others.


"It's the easy way, but you'll more than likely destroy something of value lost in that mess. A lost spellbook, a magic cloak, or what have you..."
Vsaati
player, 343 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 20:25
  • msg #465

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The burglar's eyes lit up at the thought of magical treasure within the nest of webs.

"We could use those planks to try and separate the webs a bit, and burn them off a bit at a time, maybe?" Vsaati suggested.  "I don't think the flames will spread out of hand that way, and the plank would give us some space should a creepy-crawly scuttle out."
Silverglade
player, 596 posts
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 20:33
  • msg #466

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We could go in to shoot any spiders, then pull back and shut the door if they're too dangerous. I don't see the point of burning the room when we could just leave it and move on."
Roak The Quick
player, 616 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sat 29 Jun 2019
at 01:04
  • msg #467

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak frowns. "Especially when we're getting paid to kill undead. Though the idea of finding stuff is not bad. Nah, let's come back."

He moves and shuts the door once everyone's out and if nobody objects, and then moves down the hall, listening at the next door.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 612 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 30 Jun 2019
at 05:35
  • msg #468

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc isn’t keen on the idea of moving on without first making sure the last room was clear, but he keeps this thought to himself.  No sense in getting outvoted.
Vsaati
player, 344 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 30 Jun 2019
at 12:24
  • msg #469

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati looked a bit disappointed despite the potential danger of the situation - the talk of magic cloaks and such had gotten her very interested.  But like Elboc she did not voice any objections and moved forward with Roak to the next door.
Silverglade
player, 597 posts
Sun 30 Jun 2019
at 13:46
  • msg #470

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looked wistfully at the closing door, imagining the treasures treasures that might lie beyond it. Dutifully, he joins the others in continuing down the corridor.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1439 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 30 Jun 2019
at 16:51
  • msg #471

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak closes the door amidst a lack of objections, then moves down the hall to the next door.  He stops to listen there, and the sounds of chewing and tearing come faintly along from beyond, along with an intense cold radiation from around the metal door.  The door itself is marked with a variety of symbols and sigils, and has a pull handle with no visible locking mechanism.

Beyond this door there is one more door at what appears to be the end of the hall, which is also closed.
Silverglade
player, 598 posts
Mon 1 Jul 2019
at 20:21
  • msg #472

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looks at the sigils, trying to recognise them, or better yet read them.
Roak The Quick
player, 617 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 1 Jul 2019
at 23:23
  • msg #473

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak steps back from the door. "Well, that's livelier. Sounds of chewing and tearing from that room. And magical wards. Vsaati, can you do anything about this potential trap?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 613 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 11:21
  • msg #474

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Chewing and tearing?  You’ve just described any non-elven humanoid eating breakfast.  We should kill them fast while there is still some bacon left.”
Lanliss
player, 282 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 13:04
  • msg #475

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below


"Does anyone have Read Magic memorized to decipher those sigils? Someone far more powerful than any of us went through a lot of trouble to trap whatever that is in there. Barging in - assuming there's a non-magical way in - could be a fatal mistake."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1440 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #476

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As the party speaks, just outside of the warded door, the sounds coming from inside stop and there is a rushing sound which is followed by heavy thud, as something on the inside of the room seems to have slammed into the door.
Lanliss
player, 283 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 14:38
  • msg #477

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
As the party speaks, just outside of the warded door, the sounds coming from inside stop and there is a rushing sound which is followed by heavy thud, as something on the inside of the room seems to have slammed into the door.


Lanliss watches the door warily. Out of morbid curiosity, he tries the Universal Knock to see if it's intelligent.

tap, tap-tap tap-tap...
Sherborne
player, 515 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 00:26
  • msg #478

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne keeps his mace ready and keeps his usual watch to the rear while glancing for trouble from the door.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1441 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 14:17
  • msg #479

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

All is now silent from beyond the door, insofar as the party can tell.
Roak The Quick
player, 618 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 18:46
  • msg #480

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak leads Vsaati over to the door to see if the runes on the door are magical or not.
Vsaati
player, 345 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 23:41
  • msg #481

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati stopped a good three paces short of the door, shaking off Roak's 'encouragement'.  "I have no skill with magic," she reminded the halfling, and everyone else. "If those are mystical runes I'd just as soon let someone else be the patsy, thank you."

She reached into her belt pouch and withdrew a glass bead, a playing marble like those from a children's game.  "I can toss this at the door from a distance and see if anything happens," she suggested as a compromise.  If the group doesn't object Vsaati maintained her distance and lobbed the marble at the door, aiming to make contact with some of the suspect runes littering the door's surface.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 614 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 4 Jul 2019
at 13:21
  • msg #482

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I know the spell, but I don’t have it memorized.  If we rest, I could prepare it.”
Roak The Quick
player, 619 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 5 Jul 2019
at 00:36
  • msg #483

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak makes a face. "Or we can take our chances and just open the door. I like Vsaati's plan--why don't we try that, Vsaati?"
Elder Voran
player, 904 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 5 Jul 2019
at 00:36
  • msg #484

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, listening carefully at this, nods. "Yes, Vsaati, I agree with the halfling."
Sherborne
player, 516 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 6 Jul 2019
at 03:15
  • msg #485

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne stays with the group and continues to keep a lookout.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 958 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 6 Jul 2019
at 18:24
  • msg #486

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Those may well be to keep whatever that is inside, on that side of the door," Albricht noted on the sigils.

"Had an uncle once that got a little... aggressive each time he decided to take a swim in the whiskey vat. Anyway, the clan elders had a special vault crafted and enchanted so he couldn't just head-butt his way through the stone. I remember the sigils glowing when the lads and I would sneak up and shove pieces of hardtack under the door in order to hear him rage and beat his head against it..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 615 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 7 Jul 2019
at 06:34
  • msg #487

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“How interesting.  Do your people often swim in whiskey vats to rid themselves of fleas and other parasites?  You are obviously overdue for such a treatment.”
Roak The Quick
player, 620 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 8 Jul 2019
at 14:48
  • msg #488

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak looks at Elboc disbelievingly for a moment and then doubles over laughing. He eventually calms himself and repeats his question to Vsaati.
Lanliss
player, 284 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 8 Jul 2019
at 14:57
  • msg #489

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss looks confused.

"Look...If those runes can keep whatever is back there from battering down the door, why are we wasting our time throwing glass beads at it? I suggest Elboc prepares to read the runes so we have a clue as to why this barrier was erected in the first place, and if it has any clues as as to what else we'll find down here.

He pauses.

"Of course, the runes may trapped against avid scholars. But while prodding bears is essentially our profession as adventurers, we can at least take calculated risks when we do so!"
Vsaati
player, 346 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 00:37
  • msg #490

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati blinked twice as she stared at Lanliss, processing his admonishment of the group.  She raised one eyebrow to highlight her skeptical expression and then, without turning away from him, she lobbed her marble underhand at the door.


OOC:

Let me know if any rolls are required.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1442 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 02:05
  • msg #491

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati's marble strikes the door with a quiet, "clink," then falls to the ground, all without any apparent change in the door or the sounds (or lack thereof) from beyond it.
Sherborne
player, 517 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 03:06
  • msg #492

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne takes a look at the runes to see if he can glean any meaning from them.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 616 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 11:55
  • msg #493

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc sighs.  “Oh, very well.  I’ll compromise my principles just this once and risk my personal safety for the good of the party.  Just don’t tell any dark elves of my degradation... especially if they look like they might be related to me.

Everybody stand way back, and I shall attempt to read the runes.” Elboc cracks his knuckles as he takes a deep breath.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1443 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #494

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne looks the runes over, but cannot make any sense of them.  Elboc similarly scrutinizes them.

<Elboc, did you have either Read Languages or Read Magic memorized?  I didn't see where you had memorized spells listed on your character sheet, just spells in your spellbook.>
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:23, Tue 09 July 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 960 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 10 Jul 2019
at 19:43
  • msg #495

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"You all look the same to me..." Albricht grunted to Elboc.

"While he's getting his mutterings in order, why don't we take a peek at that last door?"
Vsaati
player, 347 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 11 Jul 2019
at 00:36
  • msg #496

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati nonchalantly scooped up her marble and deposited it back into the pouch at her waist, and then turned to see what the rest wanted to do.  She was all for Albricht's suggestion, since there was little to nothing she could do with the door itself.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 617 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 11 Jul 2019
at 13:20
  • msg #497

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

(Do I need Read Magic just to read the runes?  I’m sure I wouldn’t have it memorized.  I’ll add a list of memorized spells to my sheet next time we rest.)
This message was last edited by the player at 13:21, Thu 11 July 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1445 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 11 Jul 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #498

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc looks the runs over, but doesn't find anything familiar in their shape or arrangement.

<Yeah, Read Magic is required to read magical writings, which these obviously are.>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 618 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Fri 12 Jul 2019
at 20:29
  • msg #499

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I didn’t learn much, but at least the runes didn’t blow up in our faces.”

He also mentions that he might be able to learn more, if they rest first.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:30, Fri 12 July 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 962 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 14 Jul 2019
at 07:55
  • msg #500

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht blinked. "I thought that's what you were going to do! By the Boulders, make up yer mind!" The dwarf hrrrumphed, shuffled and slipped off toward the final door. "Let's clear this one out and work our way back once our deepling friend here figures out how to read his spellbook."

Clearly the jibe about swimming in whiskey must have struck a nerve. Elboc couldn't have known that he'd actually lost several uncles that way.
Roak The Quick
player, 622 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 15 Jul 2019
at 16:57
  • msg #501

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shrugs and looks at the other door. If it doesn't look like it's covered in magic, he listens at it. If he doesn't hear anything, he opens it!!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1446 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 14:39
  • msg #502

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Hearing nothing from beyond the closed door, Roak opens it to reveal a short passage that gently turns to the right and disappears around the corner.  There is faint and flickering light coming from beyond the corner.


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:40, Tue 16 July 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 619 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 20:37
  • msg #503

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his bow and prepares for the worst... whether it be a drunken will-o-the-wisp or a busted lantern.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 963 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 21:37
  • msg #504

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht eased around the corner, crossbow at the ready and shuffles kept to a minimum.

"Snoopers?" It might have been a question... or a statement, or perhaps a request.

He waited for Vsaati's reveal, but he was certainly expectant.
Vsaati
player, 348 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 23:51
  • msg #505

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Having pocketed her marble and with sword back in hand, Vsaati nodded to the rest and crept on cat feet up to the corner of the passage.  There she took a cautious peek toward the flickering light, hoping to discreetly determine its source.


OOC:

19:50, Today: Vsaati rolled 39 using 1d100.  Move Silently (TN 40%).  Woo hoo!  Made it by a mile!
Sherborne
player, 518 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 02:17
  • msg #506

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Being a little clunky Sherborne stays back and lets the sneakier types look ahead while he watches the back.
Elder Voran
player, 905 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 13:20
  • msg #507

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran hangs back, waiting for a signal to move in.
Roak The Quick
player, 623 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 13:21
  • msg #508

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stays by the door, watching Vsaati as she sneaks back and prepared to rush in to help her if needed.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1447 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 14:32
  • msg #509

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati pads silently around the corner and finds an octagonal room at the end of the short hall that is revealed.  There is an elaborate sarcophagus against the far wall of the room, flanked by a pair of torches that give a steady light.  A moment's observation, however, shows that the flames of the torches are not moving, nor is there the smell of burning in the room.
Silverglade
player, 600 posts
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 20:40
  • msg #510

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"An illusion?" suggests Silverglade. "Does anybody have a way of dispelling that?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 964 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 23:36
  • msg #511

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Aye." Albricht responded. He swapped out a common crossbow bolt and aimed carefully for one of the torches. He clicked off a shot and waited to see if the torch might fall and thus alter the light coming from the room.


Albricht Burghammer rolled 21 to hit AC-4
Dungeon Master
GM, 1448 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 18 Jul 2019
at 14:25
  • msg #512

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's bold strikes the torch with startling accuracy, causing it to fall out of its holder and onto the floor.  It continues to cast its strange and unwavering light from there.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 620 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Thu 18 Jul 2019
at 14:45
  • msg #513

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Strange.  It’s almost as though the torches are frozen in time.  But if so, why did your crossbow bolt have any effect?”
Elder Voran
player, 906 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 03:37
  • msg #514

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran calmly walks over and picks up the torch, examining it a bit more closely. "Perhaps it is some kind of variation on a light enchantment?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 965 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 05:46
  • msg #515

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht was busy patting himself on the back. "That was a shot lads! That. Was. A. Shot!"

When it became clear that his fanbase was dwindling, he shuffled into the room with magical mace and shield at the ready, though his broken-toothed grin might have well been more disarming than his weapons.

"Quite a shot..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1450 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 19:54
  • msg #516

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran picks up the torch, its flames still unmoving, but light is still being cast from it.  It is cool to the touch.
Silverglade
player, 601 posts
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 20:07
  • msg #517

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade walks to the sarcophagus and looks it over, but doesn't touch it.
Elder Voran
player, 907 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 21:19
  • msg #518

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran holds the torch aloft. "See? A useful enchantment. We should take these with us--they could come in handy."
Roak The Quick
player, 624 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 21:20
  • msg #519

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak grunts noncommittally. Roak examines the walls, looking for secret doors or other surprises.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 621 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 21 Jul 2019
at 16:04
  • msg #520

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I’m not sure that taking those torches is a good idea.  We still don’t understand them.  Of course, you are free to disregard my wise counsel.”
Vsaati
player, 349 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 21 Jul 2019
at 19:42
  • msg #521

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati patted Albricht on the shoulder as she strode by, offering him a mollifying expression as one would to an uncle who was loved but also humoured more often than not.  "It was a very nice shot," she confirmed with a smile.

Then she joined Silverglade in examining the sarcophagus up close, looking to see how it might open and whether that might trigger something good, or something bad.


OOC:

15:41, Today: Vsaati rolled 95 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).  And...maybe not!
Albricht Burghammer
player, 966 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 21 Jul 2019
at 22:40
  • msg #522

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Why thank you lass, that was a very nice shot wasn't it?" The old dwarf looked very please with Vsaati's compliment, but then again, she'd always been his favorite.

Elboc's comment did not go unnoticed. "Aye, like they've been disregarding mine for the last few weeks!"

The oldster shuffled into the room, crossbow at the ready in case something foolishly tried to surprise them, and poked around a bit to see what else there was to see.

"Those could be very handy," he said to Elder Voran. "Is there a way to extinguish them do you think? Constant, quiet, smokeless light - novelty that it is - might become inconvenient in certain circumstances..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1451 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 21 Jul 2019
at 22:45
  • msg #523

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak searches the room, but finds no secret or hidden doors.

Vsaati and Silverglade examine the sarcophagus.  They find that it is made of plain, somewhat ill-fitted stone, it is perfectly rectangular, and that it has no apparent decoration of any sort.  The lid seems to be fitted firmly in place and made up of a single piece of stone some four inches thick.  The weight of the thing must be absolutely staggering, as the box is a good four feet wide and easily seven to eight feet long.  The top of the sarcophagus is about 4 1/2 feet off of the ground, so it's either incredibly deep or was built on a pedestal of some sort.  The roughly-mortared stones of the body of the box run to the floor, and even without Albricht's keen dwarven eyes a sense of just how hastily it seems to have been made can be gotten.
Elder Voran
player, 908 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 22 Jul 2019
at 17:24
  • msg #524

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran grins and sticks his new everburning torch in his backpack. "Easily done,"
Lanliss
player, 287 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 22 Jul 2019
at 17:38
  • msg #525

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss taps his foot while staring at the sarcophogus.

"If this isn't another something that's too powerful for the ancients to kill so they just imprisoned it, it's a very good ruse."
Silverglade
player, 602 posts
Mon 22 Jul 2019
at 20:01
  • msg #526

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Any idea how to get that heavy lid off so that we can get to the treasure inside?" asks Silverglade.
Vsaati
player, 350 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 23 Jul 2019
at 00:37
  • msg #527

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati's thoughts had been running in the same vein as Lanliss', apparently.  When Voran stashed one of the torches into his backpack her anxiety rose perceptibly.

"Careful," she said to the room as a whole.  "What if Lanliss is right and something terrible is entombed here?  Perhaps the light keeps it safely entrapped within, and were the room to fall into darkness..."  The cutpurse shuddered a little.

"I'm not sure I want to stand in here in the dark to find out."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 967 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 23 Jul 2019
at 00:47
  • msg #528

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht began getting out his spikes and hammer. "We can at least wedge it open and take a peek. We'll spike it and jam shards in the gaps and then repeat until we can get a look inside and see if we want to continue..."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 622 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 23 Jul 2019
at 21:15
  • msg #529

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc chuckles.  “I wouldn’t count on that strategy working against a powerful undead entity.  Some of them can polymorph or assume gaseous form, you know.  Not that I’m against opening it... we came here to run such risks.”
Elder Voran
player, 909 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 23 Jul 2019
at 22:42
  • msg #530

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran pulls out the ever-burning torch and smiles. "I can keep it lit. And I can keep my holy symbol on hand to turn the undead should it be something troublesome."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 623 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Wed 24 Jul 2019
at 16:13
  • msg #531

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

And if a lich crawls out of there, what then priest? he wonders to himself.
This message was last edited by the player at 16:13, Wed 24 July 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 968 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 24 Jul 2019
at 16:42
  • msg #532

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Good enough," Albricht began wedging open the lid with spikes and shards of stone. "Get that... erm... torch ready." He said to Voran.
Roak The Quick
player, 626 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 24 Jul 2019
at 18:04
  • msg #533

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and moves up to help the others move the sarcophagus, no doubt to their certain doom.
Lanliss
player, 288 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 24 Jul 2019
at 18:13
  • msg #534

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss rubs some chalk on his hands then bends his knees (not his back) to help lift.

"If this was a mistake...nice knowing you!"
This message was last edited by the player at 18:13, Wed 24 July 2019.
Sherborne
player, 519 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 02:51
  • msg #535

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne shrugs and pitches in with the moving.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1454 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 14:15
  • msg #536

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The group pitch in, with Albricht working wedges under the lid.  When it first wiggles up, pushed by the first wedge, the outer door can be heard to slam and bolts shoot home in its frame.  A hissing sound can be heard coming from the gaps in the masonry below.
Lanliss
player, 289 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 14:24
  • msg #537

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The group pitch in, with Albricht working wedges under the lid.  When it first wiggles up, pushed by the first wedge, the outer door can be heard to slam and bolts shoot home in its frame.  A hissing sound can be heard coming from the gaps in the masonry below.


"STOP!"

He pulls out the mirror the was used before. Without looking directly into the cracks, he aims the mirror to have a peak at the hissing inside.
Roak The Quick
player, 627 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 18:18
  • msg #538

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak holds his breath!
Elder Voran
player, 910 posts
12/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 18:18
  • msg #539

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, seeing Pello doing what he's doing, holds his breath as well.
Silverglade
player, 603 posts
Thu 25 Jul 2019
at 20:55
  • msg #540

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade holds his breath too. He goes to the door to see whether he can force it open.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1455 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 01:32
  • msg #541

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss looks carefully and sees a series of small tubes stacked inside of some of the cracks.
Lanliss
player, 290 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 12:21
  • msg #542

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Lanliss looks carefully and sees a series of small tubes stacked inside of some of the cracks.


What are they made of?
Lanliss
player, 291 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 12:52
  • msg #543

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Lanliss looks carefully and sees a series of small tubes stacked inside of some of the cracks.


"I'm quite certain this crypt is trapped. With us apparently being locked in. and all these tubes aimed at us? I'm not a Guild-Thief but this looks like a poison gas trap!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1456 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 14:18
  • msg #544

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss finds that his throat is starting to burn and his eyes water, most especially when he stops to breathe while speaking.  Other party members are having similar trouble, but a bit less so, being further away.
Lanliss
player, 292 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #545

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Lanliss finds that his throat is starting to burn and his eyes water, most especially when he stops to breathe while speaking.  Other party members are having similar trouble, but a bit less so, being further away.


"Close it back up! Hurry!"

He starts pushing.
Roak The Quick
player, 628 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 26 Jul 2019
at 19:43
  • msg #546

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and pushes the thing back down.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1457 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 27 Jul 2019
at 01:51
  • msg #547

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The stone lid of the box thuds back into place, but the gas continues to hiss into the room.
Vsaati
player, 351 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 27 Jul 2019
at 02:16
  • msg #548

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

It wasn't the doom Vsaati had feared but that didn't lessen the fear she felt as the hissing continued to emanate from the sarcophagus.  Slamming her sword back into its scabbard she raced to the room's entrance and immediately set to examining the portal for any means to disable to lock and secure their release.

Her hands ran over the surface and along the edges of the door and its frame, searching, seeking.  She tried to take short breaths, but her heart was beating so fast she wasn't sure that was helping.

"Come on, come on!  Where are you?  I know there's a way.  There has to be a way!"


OOC:

22:14, Today: Vsaati rolled 12 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).  To locate a release mechanism for door.

22:15, Today: Vsaati rolled 86 using 1d100.  Open Lock (TN 35%).  Try to open the locked door.
Sherborne
player, 520 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 27 Jul 2019
at 02:26
  • msg #549

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne moves over to offer moral support to Vsaati but that is about all he can do when it comes to finding traps.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1458 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 27 Jul 2019
at 16:39
  • msg #550

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

On examination, Vsaati can clearly see the bolts that are securing the door to the stonework around it, but can't find a way to make them release.
Silverglade
player, 604 posts
Sat 27 Jul 2019
at 16:41
  • msg #551

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will try a shoulder barge on the door.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 625 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Sun 28 Jul 2019
at 04:03
  • msg #552

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc hastily searches the walls of this room for secret doors, while breathing through the sleeve of his robe.
Roak The Quick
player, 629 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 28 Jul 2019
at 20:41
  • msg #553

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak will try to help Silverglade break down the door.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1459 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 28 Jul 2019
at 21:52
  • msg #554

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade and Roak both make a run at the door and slam into it hard.  The door doesn't budge.

Elboc searches for secret doors elsewhere in the room, but finds none.

<I need you all to make saves vs. poison/death ray.  If you fail, you loose 1 HP.>
Silverglade
player, 605 posts
Sun 28 Jul 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #555

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade bounces off the door, then rubs his shoulder that was hurt through his armour.

"The sarcophagus," he coughs as he staggers back across the room. "Let's look in there for a way to turn the gas off."

22:56, Today: Silverglade rolled 4 using 1d20 ((4)).
Sherborne
player, 521 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 28 Jul 2019
at 22:23
  • msg #556

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne coughs a bit but for now is able to shake off the gas.

16:22, Today: Sherborne rolled 18 using 1d20.  poison save.
Lanliss
player, 293 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 12:43
  • msg #557

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below


Lanliss covers his nose and mouth with a rag while he searches around the false tomb for an OFF lever.

08:40, Today: Lanliss rolled 17 using 1d20.  Poison Save 12, (+1 CON bonus?).
08:41, Today: Lanliss rolled 3 using 1d6.  Find Doors on 1-2.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 626 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 17:00
  • msg #558

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

13:00, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 18 using 1d20.  Save vs poison.  Made it.
Elder Voran
player, 911 posts
11/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 18:55
  • msg #559

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran, hacking madly, nods and helps search the sarcophagus.

Fail, 1 hp damage.
14:54, Today: Elder Voran rolled 2 using 1d20.  Save vs. poison.
Roak The Quick
player, 630 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 18:56
  • msg #560

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak assists looking at the sarcophagus if he can find a spot around the now-crowded sarcophagus. He is faring reasonably well against the poison.

Crushed the save this round.
14:56, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 19 using 1d20 with rolls of 19.  Save vs. poison.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1461 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 19:31
  • msg #561

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak and the rest redouble their efforts at the sarcophagus, but there are just a few details that stand out.  All of the gas jets are down at floor level.  The lid is still on the box.  The whole thing, except for the lid, seems to be rather badly constructed.
Silverglade
player, 606 posts
Mon 29 Jul 2019
at 21:19
  • msg #562

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will try to stuff some of his cloak into the gas jets to buy them time.
Vsaati
player, 352 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 30 Jul 2019
at 00:14
  • msg #563

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Perhaps being all the way out at the door helped with the gas, at least to this point, as Vsaati didn't really notice any ill effects.  She kept feverishly looking for some way to retract the bolts on the door.  There had to be a release lever or push stone somewhere in a nearby wall, she reasoned.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 628 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Tue 30 Jul 2019
at 21:38
  • msg #564

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc cuts some pieces out of one of his large sacks and helps Silverglade stuff them into the pipes.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:38, Tue 30 July 2019.
Vsaati
player, 353 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 00:26
  • msg #565

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati pounded her fist against the door in frustration, realizing she wasn't getting anywhere.  "Damn you Trickster, and your black heart!" she blasphemed, and then turned back to the room and rushed toward the sarcophagus.

While the others looked to plug the tubes and thus slow or even stop the inflow of gas, the cutpurse looked for a way reset or disable the trap from there rather than the door.  She had little other hope to help...


OOC:

20:25, Today: Vsaati rolled 97 using 1d100.  Remove Traps (TN 30%).  And....no.
Sherborne
player, 523 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 01:46
  • msg #566

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Not really seeing a better option, Sherborne helps Silverglade with the lid.

(should have posted this here)
Dungeon Master
GM, 1464 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #567

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade and Sherborne throw their efforts into moving the heavy sarcophagus lid, but quickly find that they'll need more hands, and likely Albricht's wedges, to get it moving.  Perhaps if Elboc also assists, there will be enough hands to make this work.

For his part, Elboc has come to the conclusion that little bits of cloth just cant block enough of the gas tubes to be effective.  At least, not before everyone chokes to death on the gas.

Albrichts shakes himself out of his reverie as he notices that many of the other party members have returned to trying to get the lid off of the sarcophagus.  He mutter something particularly salty and suprisingly lucid about "youngsters" and then something less lucid about "sun addled brains" before starting to drive wedges under the lid again.

<One more save versus poison, guys.  Again, failure will result in 1 HP of damage.  After that we'll get to what happens when the lid comes up.>
Lanliss
player, 296 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 12
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 14:44
  • msg #568

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss abandons the plan to stuff arrows in the gas tubes. In desperation he helps the others push off the lid again. He coughs harder as the invisible gas starts burning in his lungs.


10:43, Today: Lanliss rolled 10 using 1d20.  Save vs. Poison (12).
This message was last edited by the player at 14:46, Wed 31 July 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 632 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 16:59
  • msg #569

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The rather strong Roak also assists, being stronger than several of the others in the party. His breath-holding routine is working well.

Helping lift; made save.

12:58, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 9 using 1d20 with rolls of 9.  Save vs. poison.

STR of 12.
Elder Voran
player, 912 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 17:00
  • msg #570

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran stays back and out of the way, coughing and hacking.

Failed save, barely.
12:59, Today: Elder Voran rolled 10 using 1d20 with rolls of 10.  Save vs. poison.
Silverglade
player, 608 posts
Wed 31 Jul 2019
at 17:38
  • msg #571

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade is overcome by another coughing fit as he tries to push the lid off.

19:34, Today: Silverglade rolled 10 using 1d20.  Save versus poison
Sherborne
player, 524 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 1 Aug 2019
at 01:22
  • msg #572

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne struggles against the lid but does manage to stave off the poison.

Sherborne rolled 11 using 1d20.  poison save.
Vsaati
player, 354 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 1 Aug 2019
at 01:37
  • msg #573

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With nothing else left to do Vsaati lent her shoulder to the efforts of the others working on the sarcophagus lid.  The exertions forced her to breathe more deeply than she liked, but the gas had yet to have any noticeable effects on her.


OOC:

21:36, Today: Vsaati rolled 15 using 1d20.  Save vs. Poison (TN 11).
Dungeon Master
GM, 1465 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 1 Aug 2019
at 17:52
  • msg #574

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With the whole party throwing themselves into trying to move the sarcophagus lid the massive block of stone grinds up and out of the groove it sat in, coming free enough to be slid to the side a couple of feet, but not so far that it crashes to the floor and injures anyone.

Inside of the box is a slightly smaller wooden coffin with handholds on its sides.
Silverglade
player, 609 posts
Thu 1 Aug 2019
at 20:01
  • msg #575

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade grabs some of the handles. "Let's move this out of the way," huge suggests.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 629 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/18
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 00:02
  • msg #576

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc starts coughing heavily, and a trickle of blood runs from his lower lip.  But he assists the party to the best of his ability.
Lanliss
player, 297 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 13:25
  • msg #577

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
Silverglade grabs some of the handles. "Let's move this out of the way," huge suggests.


Lanliss nods, and helps lift the wooden coffin out of the sarcophagus and placing it on the floor.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1466 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #578

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The coffin seems light by comparison to the stone lid of the sarcophagus, and as soon as it comes up off the bottom of the stone box the hiss of the gas stops and the sound of the bolts in the door to the room retracting can be heard.

Beneath the wooden coffin and inside the huge sarcophagus is revealed what appears to be a stairway that leads down into darkness.
Lanliss
player, 298 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 14:40
  • msg #579

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The coffin seems light by comparison to the stone lid of the sarcophagus, and as soon as it comes up off the bottom of the stone box the hiss of the gas stops and the sound of the bolts in the door to the room retracting can be heard.

Beneath the wooden coffin and inside the huge sarcophagus is revealed what appears to be a stairway that leads down into darkness.


The elf collapses next the coffin as he fights for fresher air. He knocks on the wooden lid.

"There damn well better be something valuable in this!"
Silverglade
player, 610 posts
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 14:45
  • msg #580

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade's coughing fit passes. "That will teach me to be in an enclosed room with a flatulent dwarf," he mutters under his breath.

"Stairs and a possible treasure. Vsaati, would you be good enough to check for traps please?"
Elder Voran
player, 913 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 19:49
  • msg #581

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran starts breathing normally, looking relieved. "Is anyone badly hurt?" he asks. "I can provide healing if you are."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 630 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Sat 3 Aug 2019
at 01:58
  • msg #582

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc takes a step back.  He doesn’t want to be standing next to the coffin when it’s opened!
Vsaati
player, 355 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 3 Aug 2019
at 02:38
  • msg #583

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With the immediate crisis averted (through no action of her own) Vsaati nodded to Silverglade.  "I'll take a look," she agreed, and began doing just that.


OOC:

22:37, Today: Vsaati rolled 24 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).
Sherborne
player, 525 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 3 Aug 2019
at 12:52
  • msg #584

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

While he managed to stave it off, Sherborne is glad that the gas is gone.  He stays with his mace ready while the ooffin is opened.
Roak The Quick
player, 633 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 4 Aug 2019
at 18:40
  • msg #585

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak waves his hand at Voran. "I'm fine. Tend to yourself," he says dismissively.

He stands by Vsaati to watch her back while she checks the stairs.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1467 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 5 Aug 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #586

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati checks the coffin and stairs, but is unable to find any traps.
Roak The Quick
player, 634 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 5 Aug 2019
at 15:48
  • msg #587

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

If the party has no further objections, Roak starts heading down the stairs, assuming Voran follows behind nearby with light. He taps the steps in front of him with his sword as he advances...
Silverglade
player, 611 posts
Mon 5 Aug 2019
at 16:33
  • msg #588

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade calls out to Roak to stop. He gingerly opens the coffin, worried about leaving an enemy behind them.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 631 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Mon 5 Aug 2019
at 23:27
  • msg #589

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc raises his mace, ready to smash whatever crawls out.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1468 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #590

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The coffin opens to reveal a tightly wrapped, mummified body.  It is so tightly wrapped that its legs are bound together and its arms ar bound to its sides.  It does not move.
Lanliss
player, 299 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 14:57
  • msg #591

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The coffin opens to reveal a tightly wrapped, mummified body.  It is so tightly wrapped that its legs are bound together and its arms ar bound to its sides.  It does not move.


Lanliss backs up a bit.

"We got any holy water left?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 970 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 23/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 20:53
  • msg #592

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Suddenly there was a whooshing sound, as of a great tornado being released from captivity within a bottle! Albricht's normally sun-browned skin had turned a lovely shade of purplish-blue, and his eyes had gotten very, very wide. Dropping unceremoniously to his rump on the floor, seeing little bits of light on the edges of his vision bursting like the fireworks at a halfling birthday party, he took a huge breath of the poisonous gas lingering low in the room. This intake became something akin the reverse hissing of a snake mingled with the wail of a spoiled princess snubbed at a fancy ball!

His face tingling, Albricht stubbornly clung to consciousness, but his chest was making strange hiccuping motions, as he tried to desperately inhale and cough at the same time. "By the *hiccough* Boulders! What *hiccough* *snort* *gasp* took you all so *hiccough* long?!"

After several long moments of personal reflection and self-preservation, enough air had gotten into his blood to return his colorful complexion to something less faery and more gnomish. He struggled to his feet, using the handle of his mace to steady himself, and then staggered toward the opened coffin, his greediness lending him strength.

"Just as I suggested, the trap was linked to the contents. Oh, and also stairs. I believe I mentioned that too. *gasp* *hiccough* *snort*"


Saving Throws vs Poison (TN6): Albricht Burghammer rolled 4,5 - Pfft! Seriously??? -2 HP, now 21/31
Roak The Quick
player, 635 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 20:58
  • msg #593

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss:
Lanliss backs up a bit.

"We got any holy water left?"


Roak glares at Lanliss. "Yeah, but we wasted the last one. I say we save it for when a body actually moves."
Silverglade
player, 612 posts
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 21:53
  • msg #594

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"So let's open it while somebody stands ready with the water," says Silverglade, drawing his dagger and cutting into the bandages.
Sherborne
player, 526 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 7 Aug 2019
at 00:26
  • msg #595

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne cringes a little but stands with his mace at the ready.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 632 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Wed 7 Aug 2019
at 05:44
  • msg #596

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc keeps his mace handy, and also glances quickly around the room, in case they are being distracted from a previously unseen threat.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1469 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 14:24
  • msg #597

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade slices into the body's cloth wrappings and finds that the body inside is quite desiccated, completely unmoving, and thoroughly bound with tight rawhide bonds.  Even its lower jaw appears to have been stapled with iron staples to its upper jaw, and there are heavily rusted caltrops that have been jammed into its eye sockets.

The body has no other clothing or adornments on it.
Lanliss
player, 300 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 14:43
  • msg #598

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Silverglade slices into the body's cloth wrappings and finds that the body inside is quite desiccated, completely unmoving, and thoroughly bound with tight rawhide bonds.  Even its lower jaw appears to have been stapled with iron staples to its upper jaw, and there are heavily rusted caltrops that have been jammed into its eye sockets.

The body has no other clothing or adornments on it.


Lanliss peers over at Silverglade's work.

"Strange burial customs, to say the least. Looks like they either wanted to keep the body intact, or keep it from getting out."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 972 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 15:14
  • msg #599

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"HHHrrrrrruummmmmph..." Albricht said, witholding another poison-induced gasp.

He looked to see if there might be a stake through its heart. He skirted the coffin and began to inspect the stairway. (Checking for tom-foolery and ill-intent)

"Clear the rest of the tomb or head down?" He grunted, still not trusting his words or his lungs. "I say down."
Silverglade
player, 613 posts
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 16:40
  • msg #600

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I agree, down makes sense." says Silverglade, disappointed to find no treasure.
This message was last edited by the player at 16:40, Thu 08 Aug 2019.
Lanliss
player, 301 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 16:45
  • msg #601

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
"I agree, down makes sense." says Silverglade, disappointed to find no treasure.


Lanliss nods in agreement.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 633 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 17:11
  • msg #602

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Perhaps we should destroy this thing before moving on.”  He gestures toward the coffin corpse.
Roak The Quick
player, 636 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 17:59
  • msg #603

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak waves dismissively and starts heading down, tapping the stairs.
Lanliss
player, 302 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 18:03
  • msg #604

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
“Perhaps we should destroy this thing before moving on.”  He gestures toward the coffin corpse.


"It looks to me like it's already been...neutralized."

He stretches, then makes his way down the narrow stairway of the tomb.
Sherborne
player, 527 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 03:10
  • msg #605

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows the others happy to be leaving the mummy.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1471 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #606

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's examination of the stone stairs does not fill him with confidence, overall, but they should hold while the party descends.  They've been built with only slightly more care than the haphazard sarcophagus that surrounds them.

Roak and the others descend the narrow stairs to find that there's a door at the bottome, about 15 feet down.  It appears to be made of hard pieces of some sort of plant, but not wood.  Still, it's in the standard door-shape, and has a pull-ring slightly offset to one side from the center.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 973 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 18:12
  • msg #607

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Nobody sneeze," Albricht muttered, clearly not impressed by the stonework. He waited while the others examined the door, meanwhile watching carefully for signs of collapse.

"I've seen better work from mud-nymphs in oasis water holes."
Roak The Quick
player, 637 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 21:15
  • msg #608

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak steps aside and waves Vsaati down. "Look at this will you? It's weird. And possibly trapped."
Elder Voran
player, 915 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 21:16
  • msg #609

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran stays a few steps behind Roak, shining the light of the torch on the door for Vsaati.
Vsaati
player, 357 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 10 Aug 2019
at 00:58
  • msg #610

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati looked.  "It is weird," she agreed, before looking at the halfling.  "And possibly trapped.  So glad to be of service."  She offered a flourish of one hand and bowed slightly to Roak, since he had asked so nicely.

Then she got to work, because of course he was right.  After a few minutes of careful prodding and close inspection she stood back with her hands on her hips, her lips pursed thoughtfully.  "I don't see anything in the way of traps," she admitted.  "But it's still a weird looking door, no doubt."


OOC:

20:56, Today: Vsaati rolled 35 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 634 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Sat 10 Aug 2019
at 21:20
  • msg #611

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc lights a torch and then sets the mummy on fire before rejoining the party.  He leaves the torch behind, on top of the mummy.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:20, Sat 10 Aug 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1472 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 12 Aug 2019
at 14:37
  • msg #612

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As the party may hope, the mummified corpse simply burns, smelling none too good.
Lanliss
player, 303 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Mon 12 Aug 2019
at 14:59
  • msg #613

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I would have just removed its head..." He mutters as he covers his mouth with a rag again, while continuing to descend.
Roak The Quick
player, 638 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 12 Aug 2019
at 20:26
  • msg #614

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, after getting an all's-clear from Vsaati, listens at the door and tries to open it.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 974 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 12 Aug 2019
at 23:53
  • msg #615

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht shuddered a bit as the corpse burned. Something gave him the chills, perhaps the nearness of Elboc who must have drawn near due to apprehension and the suspense of some dead thing coming suddenly at them in a flaming attack.

"Get that door open and let's have a look..." He grumbled at Roak.
Vsaati
player, 358 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 00:09
  • msg #616

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati made a sign against unnamed evil when Elboc set the mummy on fire, clearly sure this was an invitation for bad luck.  She anxiously held her breath as Roak tried the odd door.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 635 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 04:35
  • msg #617

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his bow.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1473 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #618

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The door is a bit stuck, but Roak manages to get it open.  It swings aside to reveal a small landing and a set of stairs that continue down from it to the left.  All sides of the landing and the stairs are made of the same rough masonry as the start of the stairs.  The air smells musty and disused here.
Silverglade
player, 614 posts
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 19:55
  • msg #619

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Onwards, then," says Silverglade walking down the steps.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 636 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 20:16
  • msg #620

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc takes one last gulp of not-so unfresh air, and then follows Silverglade.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 975 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 20:22
  • msg #621

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

This was more Albricht's element - or at least that of his people anciently, before the great fires burned and created the desert wastelands far above them. The old dwarf claimed to have been an adolescent back then, obviously an impossibility, but strangely the math often worked out when questions were carefully asked. His sun-addled mind seemed sharp enough about certain key events in history, of which he seemed to have a first-hand account. But then again, perhaps that was the way of dwarves who passed on knowledge orally from generation to generation. The oldster's musings and tales often straddled the line between wisdom and madness. Surely he couldn't be as old as he claimed, but there was certainly enough there to make one wonder...

"Let's go down, watch your step..." He muttered and led the way down.
Roak The Quick
player, 639 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 13 Aug 2019
at 21:03
  • msg #622

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods and leads the way down, tapping the ground in front of him with his sword...
Vsaati
player, 359 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 01:04
  • msg #623

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With so many clamouring to be the lead, Vsaati patiently waited her turn and then joined the procession downward.
Sherborne
player, 528 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 01:59
  • msg #624

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows along as well.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1474 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 14:25
  • msg #625

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After the turn at the landing, the stairs beyond descend into darkness, past the limit of the party's meager lights.  Even pausing for a second or two, no sound can be heard from that direction.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 976 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 15:12
  • msg #626

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht paused a moment to sniff at the air and check the masonry once more before leading the procession deeper, step by step, into the darkness below... He stayed a bit ahead of the others in order for his eyes to remain seeing in different spectra, an ancestral blessing that let him perceive his surroundings in the dark gloom of a deeping crypt... Behind him came his companions bearing torches and bristling with weapons.
Roak The Quick
player, 640 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 18:16
  • msg #627

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shrugged and keeps going down.
Elder Voran
player, 916 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 18:17
  • msg #628

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran forges on, bearing the everburning torch behind the halfling and maybe one other.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 637 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 03:41
  • msg #629

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc keeps his bow handy.  He’s getting the feeling he’ll be using it soon.
Silverglade
player, 615 posts
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 05:48
  • msg #630

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade follows too, wondering how deep this goes.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:13, Thu 15 Aug 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1475 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 14:29
  • msg #631

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht sees the next landing and closed door before the rest of the group, but the others are not far behind.  After perhaps 60 or 80 feet of descent the party again encounters a landing with a closed door on its other side.

<Silverware?  Was that an auto-correct  problem, or just you being funny?>
Silverglade
player, 616 posts
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 18:15
  • msg #632

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade stands near the door and tries to hear anything on the other side.
Roak The Quick
player, 641 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 18:54
  • msg #633

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stands ready to hit anything should it jump out at Silverglade or his silverware.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 638 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 07:41
  • msg #634

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc notches an arrow, ready and willing to protect their Silverware with blood and fire.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 979 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 17:41
  • msg #635

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht motioned to Vsaati and pointed toward the door. "Do your thing lass."

The dwarf shifted his grip on the magical mace and adjusted his shield. He grunted, still having a few untreated wounds, but ready for whatever creepy-creep might be beyond the next threshold.
Lanliss
player, 304 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 17:50
  • msg #636

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss also readies an arrow.
Vsaati
player, 360 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 19:26
  • msg #637

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Threading her way past the others, Vsaati made her way down the remaining steps and arrived at the landing.  She dropped her hands to her hips and took a look at the door they were dealing with, before really setting to work.

After a few minute of close examination, both visual and tactile, she stepped back to announce her determination...


OOC:

15:25, Today: Vsaati rolled 23 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).
Sherborne
player, 529 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 23:18
  • msg #638

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne with his mace ready keeps an eye on the back.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 639 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Sun 18 Aug 2019
at 08:52
  • msg #639

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

04:52, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 14 using 1d20.  Save vs. suspense.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1477 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 19 Aug 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #640

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati finds no traps on the door.  The feeling of the air from the cracks around the door seems different somehow, but she can't quite identify what that difference is.
Silverglade
player, 617 posts
Mon 19 Aug 2019
at 18:25
  • msg #641

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will listen at the door in an attempt to work out what's on the other side.
Lanliss
player, 306 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Mon 19 Aug 2019
at 18:55
  • msg #642

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Vsaati finds no traps on the door.  The feeling of the air from the cracks around the door seems different somehow, but she can't quite identify what that difference is.


Lanliss leans closer, holding his licked finger to the breeze escaping the door, and flaring his nostrils. Is the air warmer or colder? Gusty or still? Rancid, stale, or flowery?
Dungeon Master
GM, 1479 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 01:49
  • msg #643

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

With the combined effort of the additional party members, the consensus is that the air coming through the cracks in the door is somehow drier.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 981 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 02:24
  • msg #644

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The dwarf licked his lips, "Am I remembering correctly that the central chamber up above was mysteriously cold and icy? Bah! The dry air will be good for this weird skin problem I've been fighting since we've been underground..."

He nodded to the others and opened the door!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1480 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #645

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The door opens to reveal a room roughly hewn from the stone, approximately 30 by 30, with no obvious exits.  All of the walls here are painted black, except for one (the east wall) which is painted with what looks like a rising sun.


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:43, Tue 20 Aug 2019.
Silverglade
player, 619 posts
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 16:06
  • msg #646

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"This smells like a trap," said Silverglade, prodding the floor with his sword.
Lanliss
player, 308 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 16:14
  • msg #647

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
"This smells like a trap," said Silverglade, prodding the floor with his sword.


"Why would someone paint a rising sun this far below the surface? More than homesickness, I'd wager."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 982 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 17:07
  • msg #648

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"It's... it's... beautiful lads," Albricht choked, "didn't realize how much I've missed the sun..." A single tear threatened to fall from the corner of the oldster's right eye, but he managed to shake his head violently enough that it flew off into the darkness rather than dribble down his cheek.

"Hrrrumph! Aye! A trap! Hrrumph, on your guards!"

He gazed further at the sun on the far wall, then, with no warning to the others, Albricht walked across the room to face the painting of the sun. There was a wild look in his eyes, and he was muttering into his sun-bleached whiskers. Reaching out a trembling hand, the old dwarf who had spent - by his own account - many, many centuries beneath the blazing orb, he tried to touch the sun...
Lanliss
player, 309 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 17:25
  • msg #649

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
"It's... it's... beautiful lads," Albricht choked, "didn't realize how much I've missed the sun..." A single tear threatened to fall from the corner of the oldster's right eye, but he managed to shake his head violently enough that it flew off into the darkness rather than dribble down his cheek.

"Hrrrumph! Aye! A trap! Hrrumph, on your guards!"

He gazed further at the sun on the far wall, then, with no warning to the others, Albricht walked across the room to face the painting of the sun. There was a wild look in his eyes, and he was muttering into his sun-bleached whiskers. Reaching out a trembling hand, the old dwarf who had spent - by his own account - many, many centuries beneath the blazing orb, he tried to touch the sun...


He grabs the dwarf's hand before he touches it.

"You don't think that's what they WANT you to do? Trust me, if that were a mural of the deep forest I'd be running headlong into it. And I'd expect you to to stop me as well."
This message was last edited by the player at 17:28, Tue 20 Aug 2019.
Elder Voran
player, 917 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 20:07
  • msg #650

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "Logical enough. Vsaati, it looks like another opportunity for you to apply your trade."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 640 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 21:09
  • msg #651

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
The door opens to reveal a room roughly hewn from the stone, approximately 30 by 30, with no obvious exits.  All of the walls here are painted black, except for one (the east wall) which is painted with what looks like a rising sun.


Elboc can’t decide whether to hum ‘Painted Black’ or ‘The House of the Rising Sun.’
Vsaati
player, 362 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 00:17
  • msg #652

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I suppose so," the burglar agreed with Voran.  "Though it is very beautiful.  A shame if it really is a trap."

Vsaati padded over toward the painted door and then began her now-familiar routine of searching the door and its immediate surroundings for any signs of foul play.


OOC:

20:17, Today: Vsaati rolled 27 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).
Sherborne
player, 530 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 00:53
  • msg #653

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne continues to watch to be the rear guard.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1481 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 14:22
  • msg #654

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati searches the mural of the sun and does not find it to be trapped.  As Lanliss moves into the room he spies a section of the western wall that appears to be a bit different from the test of the wall, and which proves to be a secret door out of the room.


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:22, Wed 21 Aug 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 983 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #655

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht blinked and looked at Lanliss, the spell of the sun apparently broken. "Aye, hrrumph, of course, look out for each other, teamwork and so forth..."

About that time Lanliss noted a hidden exit to the chamber and Albricht was quick to add, "Yes, I forgot to mention, there appears to be a door in the wall over there. Should have pointed that out earli- ..." While the elf was thus distracted, Albricht finished his five-stride pilgrimage toward the sun-mural, reaching out his hands as if to warm them on the golden surface!
Lanliss
player, 311 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 15:59
  • msg #656

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
Vsaati searches the mural of the sun and does not find it to be trapped.  As Lanliss moves into the room he spies a section of the western wall that appears to be a bit different from the test of the wall, and which proves to be a secret door out of the room.


Lanliss chuckles as he examines the secret door, waiting for an all-clear by their Guild-Thief companion.

"Towards the setting sun, we go?"
This message was last edited by the player at 16:00, Wed 21 Aug 2019.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 641 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 20:09
  • msg #657

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Perhaps we should check to see if there are also other, better hidden secret doors?”
Roak The Quick
player, 642 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 20:43
  • msg #658

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak keeps checking around the perimeter for any other secret doors.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1482 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 22 Aug 2019
at 14:17
  • msg #659

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak checks the room, but is unable to locate additional secret doors.  Elboc is similarly unable to find any.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 984 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 22 Aug 2019
at 15:39
  • msg #660

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Meanwhile, Albricht stood spellbound, basking in the warmth and glow of the rising sun, his eyes closed, his hands on the wall soaking up sunlight that might only have been in his aged mind...
Silverglade
player, 620 posts
Thu 22 Aug 2019
at 18:19
  • msg #661

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Through the door then, it seems," said Silverglade as he reached out to open it.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 642 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Fri 23 Aug 2019
at 00:11
  • msg #662

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Did you check the door for traps?” he asks with the condescending paternalism that only a dark elf can muster.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:12, Fri 23 Aug 2019.
Vsaati
player, 363 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 25 Aug 2019
at 15:32
  • msg #663

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati shot a dark glance at Elboc and muttered something about "...too many generals and not enough foot soldiers," before looking at Lanliss.

"Do you need to me to take a look, Lanliss?  Or have you alreay checked?" If he had not and everyone agreed it was too dangerous to just open the thing, Vsaati would put her skills to the test again.


OOC:

11:30, Today: Vsaati rolled 92 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).  If needed, at the secret door in the rising sun room.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1483 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 26 Aug 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #664

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vassti searches the secret door, but is unable to locate a trap of any sort.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 985 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 26 Aug 2019
at 17:30
  • msg #665

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Chì mi a-rithist thu," Albricht uttered something in Old Dwarvish, a language that sounded like rocks breaking and hammers crashing on anvils and sparks hissing in a quenching vat. He patted the sun with his gnarled hand and reluctantly pulled himself away.

Adjusting his shield and gripping the handle of his mace, he pressed forward, opened the secret door and shuffled into the next room!
Roak The Quick
player, 644 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 26 Aug 2019
at 18:46
  • msg #666

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak glared at the dwarf for taking his job and followed him right in!
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 643 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Mon 26 Aug 2019
at 20:57
  • msg #667

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc follows cautiously.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1484 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 27 Aug 2019
at 14:46
  • msg #668

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht moves into the room and his sight falls upon two hulking, furry forms.  They are curled up together and appear to be sleeping.

Another old dwarfish phrase comes to him in that moment:

"Tha iad a ’dol gam ithe"

The room is roughly 60' north-south by 50' east-west, with the party having entered through the southern part of the eastern wall.  There is a door near the north of the eastern wall and one in the middle of the western wall.  The northwest and southwest corners of the room look to never have been finished.

In the silence as the group starts into this room, the faint sound of a door clicking shut from behind can just be heard over the sound of what look to be two huge brown bears sleeping.


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:46, Tue 27 Aug 2019.
Silverglade
player, 621 posts
Tue 27 Aug 2019
at 17:53
  • msg #669

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade does his best to mime somebody creeping up on the bears and killing them in their sleep. Somebody with less armour than him.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 644 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Wed 28 Aug 2019
at 04:42
  • msg #670

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc nods, silently giving his approval for this plan.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:42, Wed 28 Aug 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 986 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 28 Aug 2019
at 05:29
  • msg #671

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht carefully, as carefully as he could manage, dropped his magical mace into its loop and unslung his crossbow. He'd let the more light-footed of the party attempt the... ahem... grizzly deed.
Roak The Quick
player, 646 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 00:15
  • msg #672

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak sneaks toward the bears...and sneezes...

Ruh roh.
20:14, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 2 using 1d20 with rolls of 2.  Sneaking!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1486 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 02:23
  • msg #673

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Both of the huge brown bears wake, roll over, and look directly at Roak and the rest of the party.

"Hey.  What are you guys doing here?" one of them asks, its words in the common tongue intelligible, but still a bit hard to understand.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 987 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 02:38
  • msg #674

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht sidled up to Elder Voran, "Give my beard a good hard tug..." To the quizzical look he muttered, "I want to see if I'm awake or not."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 645 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 20:31
  • msg #675

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Nothing,” Elboc says.  “You can go back to sleep.”
Roak The Quick
player, 647 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 21:00
  • msg #676

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak stops and blinks. "Yep. Trying to figure out if you were all right. You look fine. We'll be going." He starts backing toward the door...
Silverglade
player, 622 posts
Thu 29 Aug 2019
at 21:19
  • msg #677

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Could you tell us which way all of the doors lead?" asks Silverglade hopefully.
Sherborne
player, 531 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 30 Aug 2019
at 02:07
  • msg #678

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Odd place to find bears - at the bottom of an underground city in the middle of a desert.  hmmm, and talking bears at that.", Sherborne mutters quietly but otherwise lets the other handle the interaction.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1487 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 30 Aug 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #679

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Both of the huge bears sit up and one elbows the other. "Get a load of these guys! 'We were just checking on you!' That's rich!"  The quote in the middle of the statement is delivered in a higher tone of voice.

"What do you think they're really up to?  You don't just wander down here, unless you've been sent as a sacrifice," the other replies after making a whuffling sound that seems suspiciously like laughter.

Both of them stand, their heads almost brushing the ceiling, and direct their gazes at the party.

"So, are you guys sacrifices?  Did the priests of Zargon send you down here through the tomb entrance?" the second one demands.
Silverglade
player, 623 posts
Fri 30 Aug 2019
at 18:06
  • msg #680

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Sacrifices? Uh, the dwarf is. The rest of us are to escort him there. Could you tell us the way? And exactly what are we sacrificing him to? The priests forgot to tell us that."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 646 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Fri 30 Aug 2019
at 23:53
  • msg #681

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Do you often receive sacrifices that come armed with these?” Elboc displays his bow.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 988 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 31 Aug 2019
at 01:01
  • msg #682

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Still unsure if he was dreaming all of this or not, left over visions from his brush up with the Rising Sun, Albricht squinted at the bears.

"Bah! A sacrifice? Nay, I volunteered! Well, not exactly a volunteer in the traditional sense of the word, there is a small recompense... And yes, we were sent by priests, but they claimed to be followers of Usimigaras. We're a little new on the scene down here, perhaps you could give us the whats and hows about the turf and travail?"

You two uh... work for Zargon? Is that it?"

He blinked, hardly believing he was speaking with bears...
Roak The Quick
player, 648 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sat 31 Aug 2019
at 16:59
  • msg #683

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak's eyes narrow as he listens for the talking bears' responses.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 647 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Sat 31 Aug 2019
at 21:54
  • msg #684

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“Give us the bear necessities.”
Vsaati
player, 364 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 1 Sep 2019
at 11:29
  • msg #685

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati stayed clear of the bears, leaving them a wide margin.  All she could think about was the brother and sister from above, the ones who had shape-changed into foxes to make their escape.  Could this be the pair in another guise, or someone like them?  The cutpurse didn't know, but wanted no part of them just in case.

As unobtrusively as she could she began to slip to the side in the hopes her attacks might be more telling, should the strange conversation come to that.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1488 posts
Eyes Only
Sun 1 Sep 2019
at 21:25
  • msg #686

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Both of the bears stop and give a cold stare to the aged and brain-addled dwarf.

"No.  We're no friends of the priesthood of Zargon," the second bear states in a flat tone.

"Wankers can't seem to get enough of killing their own people," the other declares.

They regain their jocularity after hearing Elboc.  "Hey, Meshif, the one with the bow said 'bear necessities'!  That's funny!"

The other laughs along, "Yeah! 'Cause we look like bears!"

The first one seems to be wiping tears of laughter from his eyes with a huge paw, claws a full hand-width in length clearly visible as he does so.

"So, did you guys just manage to wander down here accidentally?" the first one asks after managing to get his laughter under control.  "We've never seen anyone trying to go see Zargon on purpose, even his own supposed priesthood.  That's a good way to end up as dinner!"
Sherborne
player, 532 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 2 Sep 2019
at 02:14
  • msg #687

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne raises an eyebrow at that.  "Who is what is Zargon anyway?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 648 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Mon 2 Sep 2019
at 05:51
  • msg #688

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“If Zargon is so terrible, how can the priests bear to serve him?”
This message was last edited by the player at 05:51, Mon 02 Sept 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1489 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 2 Sep 2019
at 14:05
  • msg #689

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Both of them stop cold again, directing their disapproving stares at Elboc.

"Bears don't serve Zargon.  The Cynidiceans below us, some of them anyway, think Zargon is a god.  We think Zargon is just a really powerful monster.  Really powerful.  It lives somewhere below us, and we've camped out here to try to save as many as we can.  We haven't been here long, so we haven't had a lot of opportunity yet, but we have save three in the last week."

With that, the second bear stands up, then shrinks to man-size, its features melting and flowing into those of a robed-and-turbaned man.

"Admittedly, it's been easier to talk with them when we look like this.  Most people wouldn't be particularly happy to find themselves talking to a pair of large brown bears."  He extends a hand, as if to offer it to shake with the foremost of the party members.  "My name is Meshif, and this is my cousin Zadar."
Elder Voran
player, 918 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 2 Sep 2019
at 21:00
  • msg #690

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran's face is rapt in wonder. "Were-bears! By the heavens, what a marvel. I am known as Voran, Elder of Law. My pleasure, gentlemen." He moves forward and extends his hand warmly.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 649 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 07:13
  • msg #691

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc watches coldly, keeping his bow at the ready.  There was nothing like being told he was in need of saving to put him in good cheer.
Lanliss
player, 313 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 13:46
  • msg #692

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

His eyes grow wide as the bears transform.

"Where I am from, shifters such as yourselves are honored as protectors of the woods. I see you serve a similar role. I am Lanliss. Well met." he answers with a smile and a bow.

He looks up the way they came.

"To be honest, we have been offered a fee by the mushroom-addled residents of the caves above to clear these caverns of undead. You seem to be very much alive, so we have no quarrel. I am not familiar with these..Cynidiceans? And if this monster is below us, do you know what manner of creature is imprisoned behind that enchanted door we passed to come down here?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1490 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 14:42
  • msg #693

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Meshif warmly shakes Elder Voran's hand.  "It's good to find a champion of law here.  We've found few friends, and even fewer of them sane, since we came to this buried pyramid."

Zadar turns to Lanliss, "There is precious little in the way of woodlands to protect, this deep in the desert.  Still, until recently we had been employed by a caravan master who secured our services as scouts.  A sandstorm many days ago separated us from our caravan and we chanced upon this oddly buried pyramid.  We've been stuck here ever since."

On further examination, party members do find them to be somewhat familiar, although none had much contact with the scouts on the journey here.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 990 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 15:59
  • msg #694

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht blinked and rubbed his eyes when the transformation had concluded.

"By the blasted Badlands of the Bedlem Breaks..." he uttered. "I recognize those two! Went out with you several times a-water-finding!"

Albricht's job in the caravan had been to utilize his talent as a water-finder. As it turns out, he was extremely gifted in being able to spot clumps of trees and greenery in the vast ocean of sand and determine that there, in those infrequent and sometimes obscure locations, was water to be found.

"Never caught the names though. Albricht of Clan Burghammer!" he introduced himself.

And then a strange thing happened. The dwarf had begun to reach forth an arm to be exchange a grasp of friendship, but then withdrew it before the clasping. His brows furrowed and he grumbled something in Old Dwarfish which sounded like two large boulders mashing together. Still glaring, he shuffled off to the side of the group, watching the two werebears warily.

Albricht's eyes squinted a bit as if he were looking into bright sunlight or perhaps was just getting a bad headache.
Roak The Quick
player, 649 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 21:08
  • msg #695

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak doesn't know if he is going to laugh or cry. He mostly keeps his thoughts to himself as Albricht has this happy reunion.
Elder Voran
player, 919 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 21:08
  • msg #696

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods solemnly and lets Albricht have his moment.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 650 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Wed 4 Sep 2019
at 07:42
  • msg #697

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc casually approaches Albricht.  He takes him aside and quietly asks what is wrong.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1491 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 4 Sep 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #698

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Ah.  The water finder.  It's good to see that other members of the caravan survived, although this does leave us with the question of what happened to the rest of those who were following behind."  The first werebear covers for Albricht's breach of welcome smoothly.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 991 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 4 Sep 2019
at 16:03
  • msg #699

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht was still glaring at the were-bears and grumbling to himself, his whiskers on end and twitching when Elboc sidled up to him.

"Bah! Creatures of L-L-L... Goodie-goodies with all their rules and their standards and their selfish heroics. They're not like you and I. I don't believe a word they say. In fact, I suspect all of this might be their fault!"

It must be noted that Albricht's eyes were always a little difficult to read. Beneath the bushy, sun-bleached brows, his pupils wandered a bit and instances of madness or confusion brought about by a very long-life of violence and hardship were frequent. However there was now a look of intensity and hatred, which his companions - having been around the odd dwarf for some time now - had never seen before.

Leaning closer to Elboc, Albricht whispered,
Vsaati
player, 365 posts
Cutpurse
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 00:04
  • msg #700

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati remained aloof, her concern over the were-bears driven by her earlier dealings with the brother and sister foxes and now amplified by Albricht's reaction.  Whatever the oddities the dwarf displayed, she still trusted him.  And that all added up to a very healthy suspicion of the pair they'd just met.
Elder Voran
player, 920 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 00:19
  • msg #701

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer:
"Bah! Creatures of L-L-L... Goodie-goodies with all their rules and their standards and their selfish heroics. They're not like you and I. I don't believe a word they say. In fact, I suspect all of this might be their fault!"


Voran steps up to Albricht, his eyes narrowing. "Excuse me? What were you saying about servants of Law, exactly?"

Most in the party have never seen the cleric annoyed before, as he appears to be now.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 651 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 00:21
  • msg #702

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc nods to the dwarf... and then casts Continual Light at the eyes of one of the werebears!
Elder Voran
player, 921 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 00:22
  • msg #703

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran shouts, "WHAT ARE YOU DOING???" He pulls out his mace. "Stop now, or I'll stop you myself!"
Sherborne
player, 533 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 00:58
  • msg #704

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne shakes his head.  "After all we've been through you all are going to pick a fight we don't have to?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 992 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 01:06
  • msg #705

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht roared and raised his mace and shield, eyes now wide and crazy (even more-so than normal). Headlong, with a distinct lack of his usual technique and tactics, he bull-rushed the were-bears!

"LAWS ARE MADE TO BE BROKEN, JUST LIKE YOU!!!"

Attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 10 to hit AC7 for (Albricht Burghammer rolled 4) damage

@Elder Voran - Albricht isn't paying any attention to you. Feel free to trip, tackle, spell, or mutter at the dwarf as he rushes by you!

Lanliss
player, 314 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 12:38
  • msg #706

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss was about to take the Dwarf aside and give him the old adage about how everyone is equal when they're sloshed at the tavern, but things have quickly spiraled out of control.

"ALBRICHT! ENOUGH!!

He casts Sleep on his berserk comrade.
Lanliss
player, 315 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 12:50
  • msg #707

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After casting his spell on the Dwarf, Lanliss gives Elboc a steely stare.

"I guess my grandfather was right after all. Never trust a drow. I hope they rip you to pieces, Elboc! May you wake up in Lolth's web as her next meal!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1492 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 14:45
  • msg #708

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht charges forward to the sound of the first werebear cursing as Elboc's spell takes it full in the eyes.  The aged dwarf must have been blinded himself, so poor and off-target is his swing.

Lanliss' spell slams Albright to the floor, dead asleep.

With a roar, both werebears shift back to their ursine forms, Meshif moving in front of his blinded cousin.

"What in the hells is going on here?" he roars, spittle flying from his now-fanged mouth.


07:41, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 11 using 1d20.  Save vs. Spells (werebear)
07:42, Today: Dungeon Master, on behalf of Albricht Burghammer, rolled 8 using 1d20.  Save vs. Spells.

Lanliss
player, 316 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #709

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I'm going to give the old dwarf the benefit of a doubt and assume that sun mural has cursed his dessicated brain...or maybe this drow charmed him while we weren't looking!"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 652 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/17
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 05:58
  • msg #710

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“I truly wish you hadn’t done that.  You should have trusted us.  Now it’s too late.” He screams as he attacks, hoping to wake the dwarf.

Elboc draws his mace +1 and swings at Lanliss.

02:00, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 4 using 1d6+3.  Damage.
02:00, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 21 using 1d20+3.  To hit w/ mace.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:16, Fri 06 Sept 2019.
Silverglade
player, 625 posts
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 06:47
  • msg #711

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade didn't know quite what was going on, but he decided to put his trust with those he'd fought beside so many times. Drawing his sword, he swung at the werebear that wasn't blinded. It is a vicious blow.

07:43, Today: Silverglade rolled 10 using 1d8+2.  Damage (sword). - [roll=1567752226.67579.228203]

07:43, Today: Silverglade rolled 19 using 1d20+2.  To hit (sword). - [roll=1567752203.50087.228203]


Lanliss
player, 317 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 11/12
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 12:47
  • msg #712

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
“I truly wish you hadn’t done that.  You should have trusted us.  Now it’s too late.” He screams as he attacks, hoping to wake the dwarf.

Elboc draws his mace +1 and swings at Lanliss.

02:00, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 4 using 1d6+3.  Damage.
02:00, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 21 using 1d20+3.  To hit w/ mace.


Lanliss takes a solid blow to chest but draws his own weapon to riposte.

"So it ends here! Have at you!"


08:41, Today: Lanliss rolled 13 using 1d20+4.  Attacking Elboc with Sword +2.


08:45, Today: Lanliss rolled 9 using 1d8+4.  sword damage.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1493 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 14:43
  • msg #713

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade's blow lands solidly on the first were-creature he can reach, and it cries out in pain before tearing into the elf.  Only one of his claws is able to penetrate Silverglade's superior armor.



07:41, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 14 using 1d20.  Attack (bite).
07:41, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d20.  Attack (claw).
07:41, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 15 using 1d20.  Attack (claw).
07:41, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 8 using 1d8.  Damage.

07:43, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

07:43, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

<Let's see how this goes.  You guys have the initiative.  Let me know what you're doing.>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 654 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 23:08
  • msg #714

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Grimacing with pain, Elboc glares defiantly at Lanliss... then breaks off and attacks one of the werebears.  (He hopes Lanliss extends him the same courtesy...)

19:07, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 5 using 1d6+3.  Dam.
19:07, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 7 using 1d20+3.  To hit w/ mace.
Elder Voran
player, 922 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 23:18
  • msg #715

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran hesitates, then draws a stone and whips it--past Elboc's face!! "Stand down now, Elboc, or we will take you down!"

Attack Elboc, miss.
19:17, Today: Elder Voran rolled 8 using 1d20+3.  Voran on Elboc.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:19, Fri 06 Sept 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 651 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 6 Sep 2019
at 23:19
  • msg #716

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak shouts, "SILVERGLADE! STAND DOWN AND STAY OUT OF THIS!"

He prepares to attack anyone who comes at him but otherwise stays out of this mess.
Vsaati
player, 366 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 00:29
  • msg #717

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati darted forward and tried to drag Albricht's sleeping form back from the melee.  Perhaps she could prevent him from being trampled in the fighting.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 655 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 06:56
  • msg #718

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“The dwarf ordered me to fight, so I did.  What else would you have me do?  He must have good reasons.”  He remains on guard against the werebears.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:56, Sat 07 Sept 2019.
Silverglade
player, 628 posts
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 09:08
  • msg #719

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade staggered backwards under the werebear's assault. He was bleeding heavily from a severe wound to his chest, his breathing ragged. But a grim and bloody smile crossed his lips when he saw that he'd hurt the werebear more than it could hurt him. He raised his sword and swung it once more. The battle had begun, and he refused to back down from it.

08:55, Today: Silverglade rolled 3 using 1d8+2.  Damage (sword). - [roll=1567842934.38262.228203]

08:55, Today: Silverglade rolled 17 using 1d20+2.  To hit (sword). - [roll=1567842906.75084.228203]


Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 656 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Sun 8 Sep 2019
at 02:45
  • msg #720

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc fights at Silverglade’s side.

22:46, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 9 using 1d6+3.  Dam?
22:46, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 9 using 1d20+3.  To hit w/mace.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:46, Sun 08 Sept 2019.
Lanliss
player, 319 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Sun 8 Sep 2019
at 13:37
  • msg #721

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
“The dwarf ordered me to fight, so I did.  What else would you have me do?  He must have good reasons.”  He remains on guard against the werebears.


”You take orders from that doddering fool?”

Again he gestures and utters the syllables for Charm Person on the dark elf.

”This is your last chance! Stand down! All of you!”
Albricht Burghammer
player, 994 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 9 Sep 2019
at 05:22
  • msg #722

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The jostling of being dragged across the floor ought to have awoken the old dwarf, but he continued to snore loudly, the sound not entirely unlike that of a troll whose head was stuck in a hornet's nest. The old dwarf started a bit, snorting and jabbering sleepily, "...zzz ... chaos ... sweet chaos ... zzz ... get'em Elboc ... zzz ..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1494 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 9 Sep 2019
at 14:17
  • msg #723

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<I'm waiting for Sherborne to chime in before going on to the werebears' actions.

I'm going to need a save versus spells from Elboc, against Lanliss' charm person spell.>
Sherborne
player, 534 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 9 Sep 2019
at 23:26
  • msg #724

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<<sorry, Sherborne is sitting this one out>  Sherborne has his mace ready but it otherwise staying out of the fray unless someone directly attacks him.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 657 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 06:29
  • msg #725

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

02:28, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 2 using 1d20.  Save vs spells.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1495 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #726

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc falls to the floor, asleep, overcome by Lanliss' spell.

Both werebears tear into Silverglade, landing vicious bite attacks on the elf.

07:12, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 76 using 6d20 with rolls of 10 (claw),13(claw),19(bite),13(claw),1(claw),20(bite).  Attack.

07:14, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 13 using 2d8.  Bite Damage.
07:15, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 2d8.  Bite Damage.

07:17, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:17, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

"Back away and leave those two to us!" Meshif roars while advancing menacingly toward the downed dark elf and dwarf.

<Whatcha' wanna do?>
Lanliss
player, 320 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 15:11
  • msg #727

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"There's a fine line between Chaotic and Stupid, and you've crossed it. I hope you learn your lesson in your next lives!"

Lanliss steps aside, looking away to clean the drow blood from his sword.
Lanliss
player, 321 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 15:15
  • msg #728

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

He looks to Sherborne.

"Cleric! Can you counter the light spell on that one and heal the other one when they're done? It's the least we can do as compensation."
Silverglade
player, 629 posts
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 18:58
  • msg #729

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade collapses under the werebear assault, lying unmoving in a pool of blood.
Elder Voran
player, 923 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #730

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran puts his sling away and approaches the bears slowly. "In the Name of Law, allow me to save the life of that one..." He points to Silverglade. "He made an error in judgement and owes you an apology, which he cannot give while dying. Then we can discuss appropriate, Lawful punishment for the dwarf and the dark elf. Agreed?"
Vsaati
player, 367 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 10 Sep 2019
at 23:26
  • msg #731

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati stood trembling overtop the prone dwarf, sword and dagger in her hands but held defensively.  She looked thin and tiny in the face of the werebears' ferocity.

"Please, I do not want to fight.  But it is not right to kill him.  He never laid a hand on you!"
Sherborne
player, 535 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 11 Sep 2019
at 02:21
  • msg #732

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I can't counter the light spell unfortunately but will be happy to provide healing." Sherborne watches with a little horror and disgust.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:24, Wed 11 Sept 2019.
Lanliss
player, 322 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 11 Sep 2019
at 13:38
  • msg #733

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss rubs his chin in thought.

"If you leave the drow's spellbook intact, and can find his spell and cast it in reverse! That should fix his blindness."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1496 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 11 Sep 2019
at 14:16
  • msg #734

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"The cleric may approach, but the dwarf and dark elf are ours," Zadar says warily as both he and his cousin back up a bit.  Both continue to stand ready, but neither appears to be imminently prepared to attack again.
Sherborne
player, 536 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 00:08
  • msg #735

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I would have to pray in order to be able to reverse the light spell.  The effect should wear off in a couple of hours so it might just be as well to let it wear off."

Sherborne approaches and casts healing on whichever one needs it the most.

<I rolled for two of them jic it doesn't heal them all the way and because I have to step out for a bit so i don't want to hold things up>
1st heal: 18:07, Today: Sherborne rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Healing.
2nd heal: 18:07, Today: Sherborne rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Healing.


Elder Voran
player, 924 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 00:19
  • msg #736

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
"The cleric may approach, but the dwarf and dark elf are ours," Zadar says warily as both he and his cousin back up a bit.  Both continue to stand ready, but neither appears to be imminently prepared to attack again.


Voran stands straight. "They have earned punishment, but I would know what the punishment would be. I am a servant of Law and will not allow them to be tortured in some Chaotic way."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 995 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 00:31
  • msg #737

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran:
...I am a servant of Law...

Albricht snorted in his sleep at this mention, drifting in magical slumber, but subconsciously reacting to the dire situation. His body made an indelicate dwarf-sound.

His magical winged helmet was mashed down over much of his face, having been a bit large for his head anyway, but visible was a brief smile which touched the weathered lips beneath the sun-bleached whiskers when Voran uttered the word... C h a o t i c ...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1498 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 14:22
  • msg #738

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We don't torture the servants of evil.  They must either pay reparations, be held for a time without release, or die," Meshif states flatly while the pair watch the cleric at his holy work.

<Both of Sherborne's healing spells go to Silverglade, who was the only party member injured in the attack.  He is healed for 9HP and is not dead, so fast was the healing applied.

Also, Elboc cast continual light, which will not be "wearing off" at all.  It will require dispelling of some sort, or the werebear will be permanently blinded.>
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:19, Fri 13 Sept 2019.
Lanliss
player, 323 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 14:51
  • msg #739

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
"We don't torture the servants of evil.  They must either pay reparations, be held for a time without release, or die," Meshif states flatly while the pair watch the cleric at his holy work.

<Both of Elder Voran's healing spells go to Silverglade, who was the only party member injured in the attack.  He is healed for 9HP and is not dead, so fast was the healing applied.

Also, Elboc cast continual light, which will not be "wearing off" at all.  It will require dispelling of some sort, or the werebear will be permanently blinded.>


Lanliss rubs his chin. "Continual Light is normally cast on objects that don't alter their shape... This was cast on the surface of the eyes, so if the shape, size, and position of the eyes changes by him shifting his form again, could that break the enchantment?"
This message was last edited by the player at 14:53, Thu 12 Sept 2019.
Elder Voran
player, 926 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 19:41
  • msg #740

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
"We don't torture the servants of evil.  They must either pay reparations, be held for a time without release, or die," Meshif states flatly while the pair watch the cleric at his holy work.


Voran nods solemnly. "I am satisfied. They have done considerable good in their lives up to now, so I would ask for the clemency of imprisonment for them. If I can be of some assistance in facilitating that, let me know."
Sherborne
player, 537 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 13 Sep 2019
at 01:25
  • msg #741

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<what happened with Sherborne's healing spells?>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 659 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 13 Sep 2019
at 09:57
  • msg #742

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Ooc: let me know if I ever wake up.
Lanliss
player, 324 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 13 Sep 2019
at 12:36
  • msg #743

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Pray leave us the drow's girmoire, good Sir, and we will try to learn the spell to cure your brother's blindness. If none of the three elves left in this party can master it, we'll return the book to you, so you may find someone who can."
This message was last edited by the player at 12:37, Fri 13 Sept 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1499 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 13 Sep 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #744

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Neither of us was killed, so death does not seem to be an appropriate punishment.  We have not the facilities for a long imprisonment, so that seems impractical.  Other than stripping them of their possessions, which seems tantamount to a sentence of death in this place, what do you suggest?" Zadar inquires of Elder Voran.

"Yes. Please take this dark elf's grimoire and make all efforts to find a way to end this curse," Meshif requests, in response to Lanliss.

<Apologies, Sherborne.  I had previously stated that Elder Voran had cast the healing spells, but it was you.  I've corrected by prior post.>
Lanliss
player, 326 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Mon 16 Sep 2019
at 13:34
  • msg #745

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss bows and respectfully removes the spellbook from the dark elf's backpack. He thumbs through, then a look of worry comes over his face.

He turns to his companions and mutters something in Elven.

"<<Voran? Silverglade? Can either of you cast magic of the Second Order of Power?>>"
Silverglade
player, 632 posts
Mon 16 Sep 2019
at 19:33
  • msg #746

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade moaned for where he lay on the floor, still badly injured. "I can," he nodded.
Elder Voran
player, 929 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 17 Sep 2019
at 23:40
  • msg #747

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks puzzled. "I am sorry, Lanliss, but I do not speak your ancient language. I can counter the permanent Light prayer after a chance to rest and pray, though."

He turns back to the were-bears. "I think we can at very least give you all of their money and perhaps some of their valuables by way of recompense. Or perhaps we can have them perform a task for you to atone for their folly."
Vsaati
player, 369 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 17 Sep 2019
at 23:58
  • msg #748

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati still stood defensively over Albricht, though her weapons were positioned a little less prominently now.  The immediately threat had subsided, but she still saw great peril in what was so casually being discussed.  "Shouldn't they at least be woken, so they can explain themselves?  Seems we are judging them without allowing for any defense of their actions."

"You could restrain them first so they don't do anything rash, but they should be allowed to say something in their own defence.  Before you strip them of their goods or freedom."
Roak The Quick
player, 653 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 18 Sep 2019
at 00:00
  • msg #749

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods. "I'm with Vsaati. Let's give them a chance to defend themselves.  That seems just fair."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1501 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 18 Sep 2019
at 14:10
  • msg #750

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Meshif nods in agreement, "It is good that they be allowed to speak in their defense, but we must prevent a recurrence of their previous attacks.  If their explanations are adequate and they will refrain from attack, then the bonds can be removed."

Zadar concurs, "Meshif is wise.  Let them be bound and awakened, so that we may hear why they have done this."

Lanliss
player, 327 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 18 Sep 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #751

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran:
Voran looks puzzled. "I am sorry, Lanliss, but I do not speak your ancient language. I can counter the permanent Light prayer after a chance to rest and pray, though."

He turns back to the were-bears. "I think we can at very least give you all of their money and perhaps some of their valuables by way of recompense. Or perhaps we can have them perform a task for you to atone for their folly."


He sighs in relief. "Perfect..."
Elder Voran
player, 930 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 19 Sep 2019
at 01:47
  • msg #752

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods and moves to wake up Albricht, for starters.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1502 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 20 Sep 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #753

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Zadar moves to stop Elder Voran, produces some rope, and ensures that both Elboc and Albricht are thoroughly bound before allowing the cleric to proceed.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1000 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 21 Sep 2019
at 07:38
  • msg #754

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht Burghammer claimed to remember the desert ocean as a lush land of rolling grassland and light forests, dotted with lakes fed by serpentine streams that cascaded in sparkling falls. History says that the region was burned to ash by the Great Fires in a time when the grandsires of now-living elves were but pointy-eared elflings. Whether true or not, the dwarf's magical slumber had taken him back to that blessed epoch.

On the horizon he saw a storm approaching like a tall wall of dust, ash and smoke! The terrible and perfect combination of wind and flame was racing toward him! He felt his whiskers pain him, thinking this odd, he looked down to see his beard was on fire! He scrambled to smother it, but for some reason his arms were far too short! In a panic he raced for a pool in a nearby stream, only to find that he was running in sand which had the consistency of a ground-wheat breakfast!

~~~

With facial hair aching and strangely shortened arms, Albricht was awoken, being yanked forward in time over a few dozen dozen centuries...

"Gaaaah! Why the fish?" He sputtered as he was yanked to his feet by the sun-bleached whiskers and tied wrists. A quick glance around told him that things hand not gone nearly as intended, and probably due to the cunning of the werebears!

"What's the meaning of this? Let me go! It's those scruffy Law-iers! They've tricked you! Untie me!"
Elder Voran
player, 931 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sat 21 Sep 2019
at 20:52
  • msg #755

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran bends down next to Albricht. "Calm yourself and start making sense, Albricht. Why did you attack these men?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1504 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 24 Sep 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #756

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Meshif and Zadar keep their distance, but seem to be quite interested in Albricht's reply.  They shift in a restless way, waiting for the old dwarf to speak.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1002 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 05:53
  • msg #757

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The mixture of conflicting emotions passing of the old dwarf's face was a study in conflict. He struggled at the bonds, straining to get free. He squinted his eyes tightly as if momentarily in pain. Then... the wild look returned and he spat in the direction of the werebears.

"Shape-shifters and truth-twisters! I can smell a deception a dragon's tail away, I can see their smirks at a dozen gnome-paces, I can hear their laughter at our quibbles. I cannot abide these who wield LAW like a massive mace in order to subject us all to tyranny! Untie me and let's finish this! I'll not be a slave!"

The old dwarf winced again and shook his head and then glared at the werebears.
Lanliss
player, 329 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 12:57
  • msg #758

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Albricht Burghammer (msg # 757):

Lanliss shook his head in disappointment.

"Do these look like tyrants to you? No! They're out here performing a job, just like US. They were NOT our assigned targets, and they were NOT hostile! What's worse is we already MET these people in the caravan! They could have been ALLIES, and you've RUINED that chance!"

He leans over the dwarf.

"You do know there are Lawful folk in our own party, right? Think of the damage you and Elboc have caused to our long-term mission!"

He sighs.

"I have nothing against Chaotics, personally. Half my family ascribe to that philosophy, but I have an uncle who's a Barrister as well. Do our family reunions turn into tournament melees? NO! Because we know how to be civil. If you're going to get all dogmatic, go do it in your temple, not on assignment!"

He turns away in disgust.

"When we return to town, you and your drow friend can go join some Chaotic crusade for all I care. But ye got no place here with us."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1505 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 14:33
  • msg #759

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We've never thought to enslave you, water-seeker," Zadar observes, somewhat dryly and sadly, yet from a distance.  "We've never attacked you.  We would have been glad to send you on your way, unmolested.  Despite this, you struck out at us with lethal intent, along with two of your companions."

Meshif addresses the rest of the party, "He seems not only unrepentant, but also bent on continuing his violence.  What do you propose be done with him?  Dare we leave him anywhere, unbound?  He has caused us no injury, but not due to lack of trying.  Others have injured us, though, at his prompting."
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:33, Thu 26 Sept 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1003 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 16:13
  • msg #760

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"What are you talking about Lanliss?" Albricht barked. "There's not a Chaotic bone in my body!"

And at that he blinked and blinked and blinked uncontrollably for a few moments as the stress lines creased his forehead.

"At least..." He shook his head and then opened his eyes once more. That wild look was in his eye again. "How many times have I saved your spindle-legged, pointy-eared, leaf-eating carcass? And now you're going to side with THEM? BAH! BAH! I SAY! HRRRRUUMPH!"

"If you all think we should let THEM go, then I'll go along with that. Elboc and I..." He paused and looked at the dark-elf, apparently confused that he and Elboc were somehow on the same side in this.

He would have scratched at his scruffy beard, but his arms were tied. He tried to lift his knee to do so, but being constrained made that difficult as well. In the attempt, his winged-helmet fell off and clattered to the floor.
Lanliss
player, 330 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 16:56
  • msg #761

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Albricht Burghammer (msg # 760):

Lanliss looked back in confusion.

"We all just heard you ranting about Chaos and despising Law! Have you been Charmed? Possessed? Or did you make an extra friend in your skull to jabber with through the lonely sands?"
Vsaati
player, 370 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 01:35
  • msg #762

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati frowned.  "He seemed conflicted just now, before falling into the rant against Law again," she noted, in line with Lanliss' questions.  "Like something took over his mind."

The winged helmet clattered on the floor, drawing her attention.  "Has Albricht collected any items lately, items with magical properties?  Perhaps one was not the boon he originally thought?"
Lanliss
player, 331 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 12:25
  • msg #763

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

He eyed that helmet suspiciously.

”Does anyone have Detect Magic ready? I’ve heard of helmets causing such madness...or maybe a thinking weapon that wields it’s owner?”
Silverglade
player, 633 posts
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 18:04
  • msg #764

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I know detect magic, though I don't have it memorised. But it will only tell us if the thing is enchanted, not what its effects are."
Roak The Quick
player, 654 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sat 28 Sep 2019
at 23:01
  • msg #765

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak watches all this and then chooses this moment to walk forward and address the were-bears.

"First, by way of introduction: I'm Roak. I'm a halfling, also an adherent to Law and a pretty good judge of character. This dwarf has a lot of character flaws, but until just now never did anything Chaotic like this. In my opinion, he is pretty obviously possessed by some kind of Chaotic something or another. What I propose is that we take away his weapons until one of our clerics can figure out how to get rid of the curse he's under."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1004 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 05:44
  • msg #766

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Ahhh and Bah! So that's it!" Albricht glared at Vsaati and Roak. "Your plan was to get my gear, take my treasure, steal my Biter! Very clever. Paint the dwarf as crazy, then rob him... Hrrrrumph! Get on with it then, but remember this, I too know where our treasure is hidden! If we're playing by new rules, then I say every dwarf for himself! Let's settle this by combat! Free me, and let me face these hairy law-iars!"

The dwarf's ears and nose were twitching but his grin of broken teeth and double molars was wild and chaotic...
Vsaati
player, 371 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 11:29
  • msg #767

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

“The crossbow and the returning quarrel!” Vsaati blurted out with sudden, if unconfirmed inspiration. “Get that away from him.  The priests may have done something sneaky when he commissioned it.”
Roak The Quick
player, 655 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 20:32
  • msg #768

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak does not hesitate--he moves and takes the crossbow and related ammunition from the dwarf.
Sherborne
player, 539 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 03:08
  • msg #769

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I am not sure I can tell if he's cursed or not unfortunately.  But even for a chaotic his actions don't really seem to be in his best interest."  Sherborne nods approval for taking the weapons.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1506 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 14:28
  • msg #770

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Now that you've taken his weapons, what do you intend to do with him?" Zadar asks.  "You still have the problem of restraining him.  Do you seriously think, at this point, that you can safely loosen his bonds?"

"And what of the dark elf?" asks Meshif.  "I've not been so close to one before that was still alive.  Dare we... dare YOU wake and unbind him?"  After a pause, he continues, "Still, he never injured us, although this was again not for lack of trying."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1005 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 19:05
  • msg #771

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"CURSED? I'll show you cursing!" The upset dwarf bellowed. And then he launched into a raucous litany of curse-words consisting mostly of those originating in Old-Dwarvish, but also varying as far astray as Goblin and even a smattering of Gnomish, strung together is such a way as to be considered nothing less than a work of rhetorical art. His face turned from sun-baked tan to red, to purple and nearly blue by the end of his tirade which was shouted in its entirety, of a single breath...

It was the stuff of legend.

"...all so you could loot me of my stuff as I try to - once again - save your stinking carcasses from DOOM!"

It took him a moment to recover and then he said this, "The priests of Usimigaras blessed that bolt in exchange for my share of the reward, granted in advance, and you're all jealous because I had the foresight to get something up front! Hrrrumph! Meanwhile, these two monsters, who've not been harmed, have turned our company against ourselves! They're going to wander off, likely with a share of my gear for their troubles, while you idiots have the wrong dwarf bound!"

Never before had the group seen Albricht so agitated. "Fine! Take my stuff, my magical shield, my magical armor, that magical winged helm, all but my family hammer was found down here anyway, but know this, that without my cunning and expertise, you won't last to return to the city of fools above us!"

"BAH!"

Albricht's eyes were wild again, gone was the momentary conflict he apparently expressed moments ago. The chaos of the scene seemed to be self-feeding.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1507 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 14:30
  • msg #772

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Which city of fools above us are you referring to?" demands Meshif.  "There is only sand and empty sky above this buried pyramid, as far as we have been able to determine."

Roak The Quick
player, 656 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 23:50
  • msg #773

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak then removes all the dwarf's other weapons. In particular, he examines Biter...
Dungeon Master
GM, 1509 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 01:49
  • msg #774

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak examins the crossbow bolt, finding that its shaft has a deep lustre and the head is preternaturally sharp.  Beyond appearing to be exceedingly well made and ready-for-use, there isn't anything to distinguish it from the other bolts (aside from its name being inscribed on it).
Roak The Quick
player, 657 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 13:09
  • msg #775

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak puts the magical bolts in his pack and then straps Biter to his back. He turns to the were-bears "We're taking Albricht and the dark elf back to the city of the people that we came from--an underground city nearby with lots of mask-wearing types. We'll keep their weapons to disincent them from trying to follow us back in here. Once we are done with that, do you still want our help getting rid of Zargon or what?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1510 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 14:04
  • msg #776

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"I doubt that even such brave and powerful adventurers as yourselves will be able to do much in the face of Zargon, although I've never seen it.  While we would love to see is erased from the face of the world, we're not eager to meet our deaths."  Zahar explains.

"I suppose that the religious hierarchies, such as they are likely to be, will be able to determine what to do with those two.  Good enough." Meshif adds.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1007 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 16:44
  • msg #777

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Meshif:
"Which city of fools above us are you referring to? There is only sand and empty sky above this buried pyramid, as far as we have been able to determine."

"I'm talking about the Cynodecian city you furry oaf! But there are many cities in the burning sands, I've wandered that blazing ocean for centuries find water. Long before the Great Fires, the region was dotted with cities. Some survived, others sprang up around Oases. Takes a keen wit like mine to navigate them though. A good sniffer, aye, that's what it takes. This is known, it is not to be disputed."

Albricht snorted and then said to his companions. "We have a contract, and I'm part of that contract, and so is Elboc. You won't get paid unless we're part of it!"

"Can't figure why you're all so eager to turn on companions that have fought at your side because a couple of shifty-shapers come along and spew law-law at you! Don't you remember those were-foxes and their trickery? These two are no different, they just talk the way you want to hear."

"Now let me go. My head's cold."
Elder Voran
player, 933 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 21:26
  • msg #778

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks solemnly. "You were cursing Law, Albricht. How do I know you won't turn on me, a cleric of the Lawful One? No, I think our association is nearly at an end. Once you're back in the city, we are going to part ways."

He turns to the were-bears. "I hope we can continue this conversation soon and work together. Thank you."
This message was last edited by the player at 21:26, Thu 03 Oct 2019.
Lanliss
player, 332 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 12:54
  • msg #779

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss bows to the were-bears.

"I regret our re-acquaintance was tainted by this mutiny, good sirs. I too wish you farewell, and success on your mission."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1511 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #780

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We, sadly, do no know how to get to anywhere other than the parts of the pyramid.  We've heard that there is a city below, but the door that you came through does not allow return.  The Priests of Zargon use it to force these Cynidiceans to meet with Zargon, and we presumes that it eats them.  When they pass down to it, they do not return."  Zadar seems sad at this.  "We wish you well on your journey and hope that you are able to find this city.  We will stay here and continue to try to turn back the people who are sent here."
Lanliss
player, 333 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 15:00
  • msg #781

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss furrows his brow.

"Wait..I'm confused. You said we came through a one-way door, insinuating that we are now trapped on route to Zargon. Then then say you are here to send people back? You're telling us to take these rogue members of our party back to the city, then I must assume you know an alternate route back up?"
This message was last edited by the player at 15:53, Fri 04 Oct 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1009 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 15:23
  • msg #782

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"WHY ARE YOU LISTENING TO THEM???"

"Cut me free. I'll stay my hand on these Lawiars. And as for you Voran, I..." Albricht paused as a look of confusion crossed his face. The wrinkle-framed eyes squinted a bit as if calculating, but then went wide momentarily as if he'd seen a brief vision of the current situation from a different perspective, but then the eyes narrowed and he barked a hearty, "HRRRUMPH!"
Vsaati
player, 372 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 5 Oct 2019
at 15:06
  • msg #783

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati couldn't shed the concerned look from her face.  Albricht was either possessed or crazy, and she was worried it might be the latter.  Too long chasing water under the blazing desert sun, maybe.  Or some other traumatic experience, that split the dwarf into two people.  She'd seen examples where she grew up, in the darkest corners of the Warrens, where even brave thieves feared to tread.  They were fine until they were not, and you didn't want to be around when the other side came out to play.

"Will someone wake up Elboc?" she said, looking at the dark elf still flat on the ground.  "And Voran, do you have any way to lift curses?  Perhaps the healing touch of the Lawful One could right was has gone wrong inside Albricht."
Elder Voran
player, 934 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 01:47
  • msg #784

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran's face screws up in frustration. "Sadly, Vsaati, my level of devotion is not developed enough to allow me such a blessing. If it were that simple, I would have offered already."
Roak The Quick
player, 659 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 01:48
  • msg #785

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak is much more distracted by something he has heard. He tries to go back out the door through which the party came in.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1513 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 7 Oct 2019
at 14:05
  • msg #786

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Yes, the one-way door is part of a route that the priests of Zargon use to force sacrifices here, on their way to meet with Zargon.  The sacrifices typically don't know that they're about to be eaten, and often speak of the glory of meeting Zargon.  We send as many of these people back up the pyramid as we can.  Sometimes the brothers of Gorm or the Maidens of Madura will take them in, despite the difference of faity.  We understand that they know how to get to this city you speak of."  Meshif shakes his head at the sadness of it all.

Roak leaves the room to re-enter the room with the sun painted on the wall, which he manages easily enough.  When he attempts to leave that room and get back on the stairs, he finds that the door to the stairs won't open and that there's no handle or other obvious mechanism to release it on this side.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:19, Wed 09 Oct 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1011 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 9 Oct 2019
at 16:21
  • msg #787

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's eyes narrowed as he listened to Meshif. "How do we know you're not trying to stuff US through some one-way door? There's a lot of holes in  your story fuzz-face, and they're big enough to throw a gnome through!"

"The Usimigaran Priest sent us down here to..." The dwarf paused, blinked, "... to ... uh ..." He glanced at his companions. "Have we been bargswaggled?"
Elder Voran
player, 935 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 9 Oct 2019
at 23:44
  • msg #788

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks at Albricht coldly and turns to the bears. "We now have a more substantial problem. My entire solution to our problem was to take Albricht out for justice. Now we are stuck down here with him in this untrustworthy state.

"We now truly have a dilemma."
Roak The Quick
player, 661 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 9 Oct 2019
at 23:47
  • msg #789

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak's face darkens. "When I get out of here,  I'm going to take the Usimigarans to task. In the mean time, Albricht, we need to talk."

He turns to the were-bears. "We will come back as soon as we've rested and cure your blindness when the clerics have the ability to do that. I swear it. In the mean time, we need to regroup and figure ourselves out. Excuse us."

He yanks Albricht up on his feet, none too gently, without untying his bonds. "Hop on out of here. We've got to talk. Can someone pick up the dark elf for me?"
Lanliss
player, 335 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 13:28
  • msg #790

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss slaps his own forehead in disbelief.

"Of course! When the local deity demands a sacrifice, the travelers are always at the top of the menu! Just like those cursed jungles on the Isle of Dread!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1515 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #791

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We trust that you will be true to your word," Zadar says as the group picks up to leave.

"We'll mostly likely move to the sun room, next to the one-way door, to lessen the chance that we will be set upon unawares.  This room has too many doors into it for us to stay here while we're blinded," Meshif adds.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1012 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 15:41
  • msg #792

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht struggled against his bonds impatiently, though now most of it was bluster rather than the true rage he'd expressed earlier. He felt as one might upon seeing a pair of poisonous snakes in one's garden, knowing there was only one end conclusion that would be truly effective, but then, at the behest of an overly-helpful and mildly ignorant neighbor, letting the snakes slither back into the protection of the perimeter grass to lie in wait for when one was bent over planting carrot seeds, and THEN...

"I've got an idea..." Albricht grumbled. "I could leave a spike with them, and the next time a... aherm... sacrifice comes through that one-way door, they could spike it open. If we trusted them, which I most certainly don't, but it appears you lot are quite smoochy with'em."
Silverglade
player, 635 posts
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 18:08
  • msg #793

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"They look big and strong enough to batter that door down. After all, what else will they do with their time?" suggested Silverglade.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1516 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 11 Oct 2019
at 14:31
  • msg #794

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<There was a request for me to repost the current map.  Here it is:>


Elder Voran
player, 937 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sun 13 Oct 2019
at 17:32
  • msg #795

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran approaches the were-bears. "Can you tell us what lies through this door?" He points to the door on the eastern wall.

OOC: The door at 4h-5h.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1518 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 14 Oct 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #796

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"It leads to a long hall, with three rooms coming off of it.  The first of those rooms has a ladder that goes to levels both above and below.  The creatures that you might find there will vary greatly, as they all shift around.  We've chased some of them off, over time, but have spent the majority of our stay here defending this room and trying to save those who are sent here," Meshif explains as he and Zadar continue their move.
Elder Voran
player, 938 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 15 Oct 2019
at 16:28
  • msg #797

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods and then nods to the bears. "If you want to go to the sun-room, we'll figure out where we're going next, since we're obviously going to have to move on into the complex. Thanks. We'll be back to cure you as soon as able."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1016 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Tue 15 Oct 2019
at 17:28
  • msg #798

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht waited, rather impatiently, to be unbound, watching the werebears as they made their retreat into the room of the Sun, a place where the sun-addled dwarf had been deeply touched only moments ago.

When they were gone and the group was alone, he spoke, "I don't know what in the blazing sands just happened, but I'll say it one last time, it's them, not me! Hrrumph!"

"Now then, I say we go back up, clear out the crypt and go collect our reward! Then we can come back down and investigate this Zargon when we're re-equipped and rested... and richer."
Roak The Quick
player, 662 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 17 Oct 2019
at 00:31
  • msg #799

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak crosses his arms and waits for the were-bears to leave before answering Albricht. "All right, old dwarf, you're going to need to avoid using the weapons the Usimigarans gave you. I think they must be cursed. Do you agree?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1017 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 17 Oct 2019
at 17:57
  • msg #800

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht glared at Roak, trying to figure out the halfling's angle in all of this.

"That's silly," the dwarf grunted. "What purpose would a curse serve them? You're all paranoid, it's the Deeping Sickness, aye, shoulda seen it earlier. Happens when folk unaccustomed to living underground delve so far below. Dims the wits, muddles the mind, that's what's going on here, you're all sick. I'm the one who should be worried! Maybe the priest above have a cure..."

"Fine," he relented to Roak. "You keep hold of my enchanted bolts, but mind, if you lose Biter I'll tie your legs to an anvil and cast you into that lake!"

"Now, somebody untie me!"
Elder Voran
player, 939 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 18 Oct 2019
at 20:28
  • msg #801

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks at the others. "Do we untie him? I think we can."
Sherborne
player, 540 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 18 Oct 2019
at 20:48
  • msg #802

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne shrugs.  "It seems we have very little real choice in the matter.  We can't just leave him here and dragging him around tied up would be impractical."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1019 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 04:12
  • msg #803

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Nor will you wraith-dust sniffing, gravel-heads live long down here without my expert guidance!!! Get on with it!"
Elder Voran
player, 940 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 12:33
  • msg #804

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran looks at Silverglade, Vsaati and Lanliss. "What do you all say?"
Silverglade
player, 638 posts
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 13:36
  • msg #805

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade shrugs his shoulders. "If I'm to be free after attacking them then I don't see why the dwarf shouldn't be. Besides, we need somebody to go first into every room."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:07, Sat 19 Oct 2019.
Vsaati
player, 376 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 17:12
  • msg #806

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Let him loose," Vsaati said definitively, before looking at the dwarf with arms folded across her chest and a stern look on her face.  "But no more self-destructive craziness like that, got it?" she scolded Albricht, almost like a mother to...well, not a child but perhaps a disagreeable parent.  "If you have a legitimate reason to distrust whatever we've met, we talk about it before just up and attacking in the middle of a conversation."

"It's not safe for you or us."  She nodded once to finalize that, and then made ready to free the dwarf (assuming no last-minute objections).
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 661 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 21 Oct 2019
at 14:04
  • msg #807

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc moans slightly and shifts in his magically-induced sleep.
Roak The Quick
player, 665 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 21 Oct 2019
at 23:32
  • msg #808

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, still holding on to Albricht's weapons, unties the dwarf.
Silverglade
player, 639 posts
Wed 23 Oct 2019
at 18:24
  • msg #809

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade tries to shake Elboc awake. If that fails he'll try pushing the point of his dagger into the elf's thumb, not enough to cause permanent injury though.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 662 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 04:07
  • msg #810

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc's blank white eyes snap open when Silverglade shakes him.  The dark elf gives a series of jerks and a yell when he realizes that he's tied up.

"So, you've finally shown your true colors and tied up the dark elf!  Curse your light-kissed faces!"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1021 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 04:38
  • msg #811

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht rubbed his hands and arms to get the circulation back into them. It had been several long decades since he'd been trussed up like a hog, and the reminder hadn't been pleasant.

Glaring at Roak, Albricht bent to retrieve his winged helm, polishing it a bit with a shred of his tattered garb he wore beneath his armor, and placing it back upon his head with a slight twist to get it settled.

"The crossbow's not enchanted, you can return it without concern, only Biter and the magical bolts were touched by the Usimagrians. I've still got a few regular bolts, at least let me fire those. That mace I've had since we discovered it several levels above, carry it if you wish, but lend me your own magic sword in its place. And my old warhammer is a family heirloom from before the Great Fires. Its magic is long worn off. I warn you though, don't lose it nor Biter..."

He held out his gnarled hands expectantly to the halfling.

Turning to the freshly awakened dark-elf. "Let'im be. He acted on my request. Silverglade just acted. You've got it all backwards!"
Roak The Quick
player, 666 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 11:15
  • msg #812

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak pulls out the mace and the crossbow and tosses them to Albricht. "You would have to get my sword from my dead body. I'm certainly not giving you that. Once we can figure out how to remove the curse from your precious Biter, you can have it back. Not until then, though. You can't be trusted with it until then."
Lanliss
player, 338 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 13:01
  • msg #813

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The nicest thing he can do for now is to ignore the struggling drow.

"Assuming we can get back to town, how do we deal with the fact that they all obviously conspired to take our money and send us on a one way trip to Zargon's dinner plate?
Silverglade
player, 640 posts
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 18:55
  • msg #814

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade laughs a bitter laugh. "That's easy. We just tell them that we didn't get too far. If we'd turned back before the sun room then we'd never have been trapped."
Lanliss
player, 339 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 19:10
  • msg #815

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade:
Silverglade laughs a bitter laugh. "That's easy. We just tell them that we didn't get too far. If we'd turned back before the sun room then we'd never have been trapped."


"Better yet tell them we had dinner with Zargon. A respectable feast!"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1022 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 25 Oct 2019
at 03:48
  • msg #816

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Roak The Quick (msg # 812):

The old dwarf jutted his whiskered chin forward a little and narrowed his eyes. "Ahhh... I see. The sandal's on the other foot now is it? You can take my weapons, including a crossbow bolt I've had for centuries, but if I simply ask for a temporary trade you throw a little halfling fit and threaten violence!"

Turning to the rest of the companionship, "Tell me truthfully, who's the selfish one? Who's the one making threats and taking things that don't belong to him? Who's the one with ill intent?" Albricht jabbed a gnarled finger in Roak's direction.

"Trust??? Bah! Hrrumph! Sand and soot fill your every crevice!"

The dwarf dropped his familial warhammer into its loop at his hip, gripped his enchanted shield and picked up the magical mace from where Roak had tossed it.

"Don't lose it. Last warning."

The dwarf turned his back on Roak and shuffled over toward Elboc, offering the dark-elf a pull from his waterskin. "Unfairness and hypocrisy. Surface dwellers the lot of them. Bah!"

"We going now or are we going to have a sermon?" Albricht grated.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 663 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 25 Oct 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #817

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc gives Albricht a suspicious look, but cautiously takes several gulps from the offered waterskin, then displays his bound limbs to those assembled, giving a meaning-laden look to them all, but refraining from speaking.
Elder Voran
player, 941 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 25 Oct 2019
at 23:35
  • msg #818

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran walks up and unbinds Elboc's wounds. "Next time, Elboc, will you wait to follow someone besides Albricht, please?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 664 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Sun 27 Oct 2019
at 19:37
  • msg #819

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc shoots a nasty glance at the old dwarf before responding to Elder Voran, "Yes, I think that I'll check with less sun-addled heads when I see a dwarf leap into a fight next time.  I've no idea what came over me, and I certainly won't be repeating that kind of mistake in the future."  He positively sneers as he stands and checks himself and his gear..
Elder Voran
player, 942 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sun 27 Oct 2019
at 20:01
  • msg #820

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "A question: did you have any of your gear blessed by Usimigarians earlier, by any chance?"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 665 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 28 Oct 2019
at 14:25
  • msg #821

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc pauses for overly long, giving a look that seems to be considering something, before stating, "No.  I had to shop in town, at what passes for establishments with these deranged humans."
This message was last edited by the player at 14:10, Tue 29 Oct 2019.
Elder Voran
player, 943 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 28 Oct 2019
at 14:46
  • msg #822

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods. "Okay, good. Then let's proceed."

He turns to all the elves. "Would one of you be so kind as to listen at this door? And perhaps open it if you hear nothing untoward?
Lanliss
player, 340 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Mon 28 Oct 2019
at 15:04
  • msg #823

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran:
Voran nods. "Okay, good. Then let's proceed."

He turns to all the elves. "Would one of you be so kind as to listen at this door? And perhaps open it if you hear nothing untoward?


Lanliss approaches, and places an ear to the door.

11:01, Today: Lanliss rolled 3 using 1d6 ((3)).

He shakes his head.

"I hear nothing. Perhaps we need a traps expert as well?"
Silverglade
player, 641 posts
Mon 28 Oct 2019
at 15:39
  • msg #824

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade agrees that there's nothing to hear.

15:19, Today: Silverglade rolled 6 using 1d6.  Listen at door. - [roll=1572275943.37559.228203]
Vsaati
player, 378 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 28 Oct 2019
at 20:31
  • msg #825

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Wouldn't they have told us it's trapped?" Vsaati asked of no one in particular, then reconsidered with all that had gone on since they'd met the werebears.  "Oh, fine..."

She gave the door the usual treatment, not skimping on it just because the werebears hadn't mentioned a trap.  At one point she paused as though worried about something, but then checked again and carried on.  Finishing, she stepped back and pronounced the door clean and clear to open.


OOC:

16:29, Today: Vsaati rolled 31 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).  Oops, forgot to add the die roll first time!
This message was last edited by the player at 20:35, Mon 28 Oct 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1522 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 29 Oct 2019
at 14:12
  • msg #826

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Since there are two doors exiting the room, aside from the one that leads back to the sun/werebear room, which one are you planning on opening?>
Silverglade
player, 642 posts
Tue 29 Oct 2019
at 16:51
  • msg #827

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Weren't we given directions to a ladder back up? I think we agreed to take that route.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1023 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 03:55
  • msg #828

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht shuffled about while the party decided which route to take. He grumbled and threw accusatory glances and Voran, Roak and the others. "What do the Usimagrians have to do with anything besides being our employers on this outing in the first place. Doesn't make any sense that they'd try to send us to this Zoran character, nor to put a curse upon the most capable member of this little expedition..." He knew no one was paying him any heed, or at least pretending not to, but there were plenty of sidelong glances to suggest otherwise.

"The ladder upwards. If there isn't one, then you'll all have one more clue that those fuzz-faces are the villains, not ME!"
Roak The Quick
player, 667 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 11:21
  • msg #829

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Without further ado, Roak opens the door that Vsaati has just checked--the eastern door that does not contain were-bears.
Elder Voran
player, 946 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 11:22
  • msg #830

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

While Roak is opening the door, Voran nods. "I agree that we should find the ladder going up. As far as the Usimagrians, I am now doubting the truth of their stated motivations. But we shall see."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1524 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 31 Oct 2019
at 14:24
  • msg #831

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak opens the eastern door to find the corridor described by Meshif and Zadar.  The passage goes directly east for 20 feet, then turns sharply to the north and disappears into shadow.  There is a faint scent of something hot in the air, smelling simultaneously of stone and metal, and some third and otherwise undescribable factor.
Silverglade
player, 643 posts
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 07:46
  • msg #832

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will lead the way into the new corridor.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:20, Fri 01 Nov 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 669 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 12:02
  • msg #833

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak starts following Silverglade down the hall.
Elder Voran
player, 947 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 12:02
  • msg #834

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Staying in the middle of the party with light, Voran goes as well.
Lanliss
player, 342 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #835

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Warily, the elf follows.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1525 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 14:32
  • msg #836

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade steps out and checks around the corner to find that the passage continues about 40 feet to the north, appears to branch to the west, and also continues on to the north into the darkness, beyond the limit of the party's light sources.


Silverglade
player, 644 posts
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 14:42
  • msg #837

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade continues the advance as far as the branch, sword and shield at the ready.

"Perhaps somebody with better armour should go in front." he suggests. "I'm still pretty badly wounded from the fight with the werebears."
This message was last edited by the player at 14:43, Fri 01 Nov 2019.
Vsaati
player, 382 posts
Cutpurse
Fri 1 Nov 2019
at 23:45
  • msg #838

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati padded along with the group, staying somewhere near Voran and the light.  At Silverglade's call she excused herself from consideration, knowing her garb hardly constituted 'better armour'.
Sherborne
player, 541 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sat 2 Nov 2019
at 03:15
  • msg #839

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne follows up in the rear keeping watch.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1025 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 2 Nov 2019
at 04:43
  • msg #840

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The old dwarf puffed his cheeks, smacked his magical mace against his shiny shield and shuffled forward. "Smell that?"

He sniffed at the tunnel to the left (h,9).

"Could be lava-cakes, but I don't know what a vendor would be doing down here..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1526 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 2 Nov 2019
at 18:33
  • msg #841

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade looks around the corner and briefly notices what appears to be firelight coming from under the door 20 feet away, before the lights of his companions behind him approach sufficiently closely to overmaster the sight.  The passage also continues north from here another 70 feet before another branch appears to the west, and the main passage terminates in a door 40 feet beyond that.


Silverglade
player, 645 posts
Sat 2 Nov 2019
at 18:52
  • msg #842

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade will listen at this door. "I believe this is the room that the werebears claimed had the ladder in it," he says.
Roak The Quick
player, 670 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Mon 4 Nov 2019
at 12:15
  • msg #843

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods. "That would be visit #1, then. Let me know what you hear."

He waits for Silverglade to finish listening at the door to see what he hears.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1527 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 4 Nov 2019
at 14:57
  • msg #844

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade steps forward and hears a soft roaring, as if the flames of a blast furnace could be heard at a distance, somewhat muffled.  There is no other sound that he can make out from beyond the door.
Silverglade
player, 646 posts
Mon 4 Nov 2019
at 19:53
  • msg #845

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Warily, Silverglade tries the door.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1026 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 05:38
  • msg #846

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"This had better be a forge and not some fire-beetle hive..." Albricht muttered grumpily, remembering the terrible blisters he'd gotten from their encounter several levels above.

"Maybe someone just forgot to cool their coals."

He himself stood with shield raised, confident this was some werebear mischief.
Roak The Quick
player, 671 posts
AC 4
HP 14/21
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 13:26
  • msg #847

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak prepares his blade and is ready to move in right behind Silverglade.
Elder Voran
player, 948 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 13:27
  • msg #848

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran stands nearby with sling in hand.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1528 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #849

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Silverglade opens the door to find two absolutely huge dogs standing directly in front of the door.  Each is colored reddish-brown and the size of a pony.  Flames lick out of their mouths and the scent of brimstone is much stronger here.  Each of them pulls back slightly, as if to give a massive bark, but what comes out of their mouths is a gout of flame that engulfs the surprised elf, burning him severely.  No one else is touched by the first rush of flame, which is blocked by Silverglade's body.  The elf's charred body falls immediately and one of the two creatures breathes fire at Roak while the other darts in to bite the halfling, partially blocking the flaming breath of its companion and shielding the small fighter from even worse damage.

<What now, oh daring adventurers?>


07:06, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 4 using 1d6.  Monsters' Surprise Roll.

07:06, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 1 using 1d6.  Players' Surprise Roll. (Surprised)

07:08, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 23 using 5d6.  Breath Weapon.

07:15, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 9 using 1d20.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (Silverglade)

07:15, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 6 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.

07:14, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 5 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

07:16, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 21 using 5d6.  Attack.

07:16, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Bite Damage.

07:16, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 21 using 5d6.  Attack.

07:16, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 18 using 5d6.  Breath Weapon.  Roak takes 9 of this due to his successful saving throw.

07:18, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 15 using 1d20.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (Roak)

This message was last edited by the GM at 15:24, Wed 06 Nov 2019.
Lanliss
player, 343 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 18:55
  • msg #850

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss watches in horror as two of his companions are assaulted with flame and slavering jaws.

Fear turns to anger as she comes to the aid of the halfling. She draws a glowing sigil in the air, which coalesces into an arrow of light that unerringly strikes the hell hound.

Magic Missile
13:52, Today: Lanliss rolled 6 using 1d6+1 ((5)).
Dungeon Master
GM, 1529 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 8 Nov 2019
at 15:22
  • msg #851

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Is anyone, aside from Lanliss, going to be participating in this fight?  Silverglade gets an obvious pass here, but what about the rest of you?>
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1028 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 10 Nov 2019
at 06:52
  • msg #852

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"CURSE YOU ROAK! NOW IS WHEN I NEEDED BITER!" Albricht roared in fury as he watched the elf before him get incinerated. The halfling had gotten it bad enough himself, but Albricht's rage was not abated. He raised his shield and circled in a flanking maneuver in which he might smash the one which Lanliss had seemed to strike with his silly elf-magic.

"Steel and Stone and mushed up Halfling Bones!" came the battle-cry as the ancient water-seeker made a desperate swing.

Magical Mace Swingy-swing: Albricht Burghammer rolled 14 to hit AC3 for 7 damage!

"Hit'em with whatever you've got! Else we're all kiln sludge!"
Elder Voran
player, 949 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sun 10 Nov 2019
at 13:44
  • msg #853

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran moves up behind Lanliss and implores healing for him.

Cure Light Wounds on Lanliss; heals 5 hp.

08:43, Today: Elder Voran rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Cure Light Wounds on Lanliss.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:45, Sun 10 Nov 2019.
Vsaati
player, 383 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 10 Nov 2019
at 19:49
  • msg #854

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The sheer devastation of the hounds' attacks left Vsaati shaken and with a desperate desire to be almost anywhere else.  But her fear of the hounds couldn't overcome her sense of commitment to the group, and she plied her bow to try and snag some retribution.


OOC:

Can't remember in this edition if you get 1 or 2 bow shots per round.  So rolled twice and placed in order below.  Also not sure how criticals are handled, so please use appropriate rolls from below.

14:41, Today: Vsaati rolled 9 using 1d20+4.  Attack hound.  1st arrow, presume miss.
14:41, Today: Vsaati rolled 24 using 1d20+4.  Attack hound.  2nd arrow, hit (and critical?)
14:43, Today: Vsaati rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Damage (crit).  2nd arrow base damage, including +1 bow.
14:43, Today: Vsaati rolled 5 using 1d6.  Extra dam.  2nd arrow double damage.

So, if allowed a second arrow and critical hit damage is rolled correctly, does 12 dam.
Sherborne
player, 542 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 10 Nov 2019
at 22:59
  • msg #855

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne gets into the fray swinging his mace and looking for divine intervention.

15:58, Today: Sherborne rolled 3 using 1d6+2.  damage.
15:58, Today: Sherborne rolled 14 using 1d20+2.  attack most damaged or otherwise nearest hellhound.  hit AC3
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 666 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 11 Nov 2019
at 15:22
  • msg #856

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc is so surprised that he fails to interject with a pithy comment, but simply pulls up his magical shortbow and looses an arrow into one of the hellhounds.


07:19, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 17 using 1d20.  Attack. (Hits AC 1)
07:19, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Damage.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1531 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 11 Nov 2019
at 15:28
  • msg #857

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht's blow lands solidly, followed by Vsaati and Sherborne, working together to drop the first of the terrible monsters.  Elboc's shot from the back of the group gets through and injures the other one, most likely having softened it up for Roak.

<Non-fighters don't get multiple attacks in this game system, and fighters under 14th level don't either.  I'll need to check to see if fighters get them above 14th level, but we've got a while until then.  I house-rule a natural 20 (a critical) as double damage, rolled twice, with damage bonuses also applied twice.  This isn't part of the rules-as-written, but a common enough house rule.  I'll double-check to ensure that it's in the thread on rules.

When Roak has acted I'll roll for initiative in the next round.>
This message was last edited by the GM at 15:30, Mon 11 Nov 2019.
Roak The Quick
player, 673 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 11 Nov 2019
at 16:40
  • msg #858

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak yelps, curses loudly and attacks the same dog that Elboc hit; his blows are less-than perfectly aimed...

Attack the dog wounded by Elboc. Hit AC 8 for 6 hp.

10:39, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 6 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 3.  Damage if that miraculously hits.
10:39, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 9 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 6.  Counter-attack on fire-dog.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1532 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 12 Nov 2019
at 15:22
  • msg #859

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The death of its companion and the quick response by both Elboc and Roak, even though Roak's blow didn't land, rock the remaining creature back on its haunches hard enough for the adventurers to get in their next attacks before it can rally enough to respond.

07:20, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:19, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

<You're up again!>
Lanliss
player, 344 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Tue 12 Nov 2019
at 15:35
  • msg #860

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss draws his enchanted blade. While the magic missile never falters, the chaos of battle decrees the swing of his sword is far from perfect.

 10:32, Today: Lanliss rolled 6,12 using d20+4,d8+4 ((2,8)).
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 667 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Tue 12 Nov 2019
at 20:01
  • msg #861

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc leaps forward, his sword darting forwards but missing the hound.

19:59, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 2 using 1d20.  To hit (sword).
Sherborne
player, 543 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Wed 13 Nov 2019
at 00:42
  • msg #862

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne moves on to the next hellhound and lands a solid blow.

17:40, Today: Sherborne rolled 6 using 1d6+2.  damage.
17:39, Today: Sherborne rolled 21 using 1d20+2.  attack most damaged or otherwise nearest hellhound.
Vsaati
player, 384 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 13 Nov 2019
at 01:44
  • msg #863

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati drew another arrow and waited for an opening to show itself amongst the combatants. The steel head of the arrow glinted in the ruddy light as it danced back and forth.  She thought she had an opening but at the last moment held back when Sherborne darted in.  Then suddenly it was clear but she wasn't reset, and when she let go of the string the arrow was no longer properly nocked.  The string thrummed painfully against her arm, and the arrow clattered harmlessly at her feet.

And then even the hell hound learned a few new curses...


OOC:

20:40, Today: Vsaati rolled 5 using 1d20+4.  Attack hound.  Spectacular miss!
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1029 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 13 Nov 2019
at 03:50
  • msg #864

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht watched from behind the rim of his magical shield as one after one of his companions utterly gravel-snorted their attempts to harm the remaining hell hound!

The wily old water-finder shuffled sideways a bit and then spun, mace extended, in a circle of whirling death! So fearful was he of the terrible beasts' fire attack, that he got a little out of control, but that sweet chaos seemed to work for Albricht as his mace hammered a stunning blow against the foe!

"You're all in need of some more lessons! Take note of this!"

His eyes seemed to roll around in their sockets afterward as he tried to keep his balance and quash the onset of dizziness.


Mace of Bass Attack: Albricht Burghammer rolled 23 - Crit BABYYYYY!
Damage: Albricht Burghammer rolled 9 + 8 (Crit) = 17!!!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1533 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 13 Nov 2019
at 15:18
  • msg #865

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Between the two of them, Sherborne and Albricht take down the second hellhound, staving in both its ribs and its head, leaving it in a heap in the doorway, next to its former companion and the unmoving body of Silverglade.
Lanliss
player, 345 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 13 Nov 2019
at 16:02
  • msg #866

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The elf stands back so a cleric can check Silverglade for signs of life.
Sherborne
player, 544 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 00:19
  • msg #867

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne checks Silverglade for life signs and readies a cure light wounds spell.

<I am honestly not sure where I am restwise but I think I have one available?>
Elder Voran
player, 950 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 00:31
  • msg #868

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran also heads over to see if there is anything that can be done for poor Silverglade.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1030 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 05:18
  • msg #869

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht dropped to a knee, panting from the exertion of battle. His face tingled a bit, indicating that he'd probably been holding his breath again during the fighting. After a moment or two, he peered over at Silverglade and the gaggle which had surrounded the elf. A mixture of emotions showed upon his face, compassion vying with indifference. Ultimately, he chose to wait to see if the efforts of the clerics would be effective in reviving the charred elf.

It would probably take a miracle...

Rising to his sandaled feet, he turned this way and that in order to survey the room, its exits, and more importantly if indeed there was a ladder.

"Awful convenient that your saintly were-bears sent us here to get burnt to a crisp. When are you going to start believing me? Slick set-up they pulled on us!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1534 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 15:13
  • msg #870

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne and Elder Voran both look over Silverglade's severely burned body, but the damage is beyond their curative magics.  Bringing the elf back would require spells from far holier people, and possibly more direct divine intervention.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 668 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 15:17
  • msg #871

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc looks through Silverglade's possessions, finding the following:

Backpack
4 Small Sacks
10 Iron Spikes
Waterskin
Plate Mail Armour +1
Shield +1
13 GP
Quiver with 5 arrows (1d6)
Long Bow (range S70, M140, L210)
Silver tipped arrow
Normal Sword (1d8)
Magic Sword (1d8+1)

Spell book containing:
Charm Person
Detect Magic
Floating Disc
Magic Missile
Read Magic
Sleep
Detect Invisible

"How shall we divide these up?" he asks.
Lanliss
player, 346 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 15:26
  • msg #872

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

If looks could kill, Elboc would be dead when he started looting the corpse.

Lanliss covers Silverglade's face with a piece of cloth, and holds the less damaged hand of the deceased in his. He speaks slowly in Elvish.

"Follow the Path, my friend..." he bites his lip as he continues in Elvish. "Labelas Enoreth will welcome you to his glade."
Sherborne
player, 545 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 00:09
  • msg #873

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne says a quiet prayer over Silverglade.  He then gets up and after a time responds.  "The armor is something I can use but perhaps a stronger fighting type would benefit more if someone else can use it."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 669 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 08:30
  • msg #874

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"The armour would be a big improvement on my non-magical chain," says Elboc. "The sword would help me hit harder too."
Lanliss
player, 347 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 14:03
  • msg #875

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We can replenish our quivers with the arrows he has left.:

He slides out the silver arrow and secures it in his quiver.

"We've already meet two shifters. Likely less friendly ones about. As for the spellbook, I have most of those magics already. Perhaps Floating Disc or Detect Invisible. In a pinch we can read from it like a scroll, but it will burn out the page and possibly take the whole book with it."
Sherborne
player, 546 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 21:32
  • msg #876

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<<How about Elboc takes the armor and Sherborne takes the shield?>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 670 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 21:48
  • msg #877

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

OOC: FIne by me. Does anyone mind if I take the +1 sword?
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1031 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 16 Nov 2019
at 08:40
  • msg #878

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

The old dwarf looked a bit older as he watched his companions fuss over the dead elf. Silverglade had been with the group a long time, had survived some very dangerous encounters and had been instrumental in the accumulation of such wealth as they'd been able to horde up to this point. He'd stepped in to aid the dwarf in his attempt to attack the goodie-goodie werebears... and now he lie dead upon the hellishly-blasted stones, burnt to a rather unpleasant crisp.

"By the Boulders of Blangderclang! The smoke's still coming off'im and you're fighting over his gear!"

Albricht sighed loudly. "It's this place, gotta be. You're all acting strangely. Don't worry though, I'll get ya straightened out. Let's get up that ladder, rest up, and then finish our undertaking for the Usimigarans. These depths, lying werebears, fire-dogs, Zarglot, it's all a bit much. We'd best burn the body... don't want him raised up by anything... unnatural."

The dwarf did attempt to nonchalantly swipe the bag of spikes when he thought no one was looking...
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 671 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Sat 16 Nov 2019
at 09:14
  • msg #879

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc changed into Silverglade's armour, which only singed  him a little. With the new sword bucked at his waist too, he felt more able to face the dangers ahead.
Vsaati
player, 385 posts
Cutpurse
Sat 16 Nov 2019
at 13:09
  • msg #880

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati was surprised and ashamed at the rather mercenary reaction to Silverglade's death.  They had been through much together, and this was the respect a body was owed once fallen?  Worst of all, she found herself thinking along similar lines.  Maybe Albricht was right.  Maybe this place was changing them, doing something to their minds.  She shook her head to try and shed the thought, and then crept up to the elf's remains.

Kneeling beside Silverglade she bent her head in a silent prayer for a half minute, and then retrieved a few items that appeared to have survived the onslaught of the hounds.  She took as many of the remaining arrows as she could, allowing for those who wanted to share.  She collected the sacks, for one could never have too many places to put things.  And she liberated the pouch of money, because that was what cutpurses did.

Rising, she looked around at the group with haggard eyes.  "Like Albricht said.  Let's find the ladder and get out of this place."
Roak The Quick
player, 675 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 16 Nov 2019
at 20:18
  • msg #881

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods grimly. "I can't use anything that was his. I'll help carry him up if someone else will, once we find that ladder."

The party presses on to find the ladder.
Lanliss
player, 348 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 14:37
  • msg #882

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss snips the right ears off each of the dead hellhounds.

"They sent us to destroy undead. Maybe we'll get a reward for these as well."

He slipped the ears into a leather pouch.

"Unless we decide to raze the whole city for sending us into a trap..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1535 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #883

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak readily enough finds the ladder in the room beyond.  The room is roughly octagonal and 30 feet across.  The party enters through the eastern door, and there are door on the northwest and southwest walls as well.  The ladder leads both up and down from here, and the room reeks of long occupation by something canine, overlaid by the smell of brimstone.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 672 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 19:36
  • msg #884

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc glances up and down the ladder, trying to see any hint of what lies ahead with his infravision.
Roak The Quick
player, 676 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 23:06
  • msg #885

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods to Vsaati. "Could you check this ladder for traps?
Dungeon Master
GM, 1536 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 19 Nov 2019
at 15:24
  • msg #886

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Looking up, Elboc sees two small wooden statues looking back down, both seeming to peer over the lip of the hole and down toward the party.  Down below the torchlight shows a floor that has been painted yellow.
Vsaati
player, 386 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 19 Nov 2019
at 21:23
  • msg #887

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"On it," Vsaati replied with a nod and then approached the ladder, giving it a once-twice-thrice over to make sure no nefarious atrocities would ensure should one of them try to scale the thing.

"I don't see anything.  Other than those statues peering down at us.  At least, I hope they are statues."


OOC:

16:21, Today: Vsaati rolled 36 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).

Also made assumption she would see the same thing Elboc saw above, while looking for traps.
Elder Voran
player, 951 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 21 Nov 2019
at 00:49
  • msg #888

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran moves over and looks up at them. "Should I send a slingstone up their way?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1032 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 21 Nov 2019
at 06:50
  • msg #889

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht shuffled over and took his own look before offering his expert opinion.

"Up. For now. We get patched up and rested, then we come back down after the level above is cleared out."

Glaring at Voran, "Tell Roak to give me Biter and I'll zap one of those statues and see what they're about..."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1538 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 22 Nov 2019
at 15:11
  • msg #890

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As Vsaati finishes her sweep for traps on the ladder she looks up to see the two statues that Elboc reported.  To her surprise, one of them moves just a bit, although it might have been a trick of the light.
Lanliss
player, 350 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 22 Nov 2019
at 16:33
  • msg #891

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss points up at the statues, accusingly.

"Do you think we didn't see you? We have no quarrel with you, let us pass! Do not test us!"
This message was lightly edited by the player at 22:09, Fri 22 Nov 2019.
Sherborne
player, 547 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 22 Nov 2019
at 22:07
  • msg #892

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne keeps an eye on the statues but tries not to look too provocative.
Elder Voran
player, 952 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Sat 23 Nov 2019
at 05:36
  • msg #893

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran begins climbing.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1033 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 23 Nov 2019
at 06:15
  • msg #894

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht, not only frustrated by not getting an answer from the cleric, was now infuriated by being outdone by him. "Not so fast! I'm coming too!"

The old dwarf grabbed the rungs and ascended just behind Voran.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1539 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 25 Nov 2019
at 15:37
  • msg #895

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Short on time this morning.  Will post later.>
Roak The Quick
player, 677 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 25 Nov 2019
at 22:07
  • msg #896

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak grins but waits to see what happens to the cleric.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1540 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 26 Nov 2019
at 15:14
  • msg #897

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran moves up the ladder until he comes within about a foot of the statues.  At that point both of them burst into motion, no longer static and unmoving, and swing on the cleric.  Voran manages to dodge the first blow, but the second hits as hard as being struck by a wooden mallet.  With Albricht on the ladder below him, Voran has no easy escape, and the statues are winding up for another set of blows.

07:07, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 11 using 1d20.  Attack.
07:08, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 17 using 1d20.  Attack.
07:08, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d8.  Damage.

07:08, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 3 using 1d6.  Monters' Initiative.
07:08, Today: Dungeon Master rolled 2 using 1d6.  Players' Initiative.

<If you would like, Elder Voran, you can simply let go and drop into the room below before they can swing on you again.  You'll take a bit of falling damage and knock Albricht off of the ladder at the same time, but will be able to avoid the next set of strikes.  If you'd rather go toe-to-toe, however, I'll let you climb up into the room above and engage them while they swing again.>
Elder Voran
player, 953 posts
10/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Tue 26 Nov 2019
at 23:45
  • msg #898

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran prudently falls off the ladder!
Lanliss
player, 351 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 13:53
  • msg #899

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss pulls out his handaxe and hurls it upwards at one of the statues...

08:51, Today: Lanliss rolled 3,5 using d20+1,d6+2 ((2,3)).

...and misses by a mile.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1541 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 15:14
  • msg #900

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elder Voran crashes into Albricht, who utters something pithy and unintelligible, before continuing painfully to the floor.  Albricht is somehow unharmed by this, but Elder Voran finds that he's hurt even more by the fall.

Lanliss' handaxe misses fairly clearly, probably due to the awkward angle, almost straight up through a hole in the ceiling, avoiding the ladder.

For their part, the two statues do not pursue Elder Voran, but they do pull back a bit from the edge of the opening, only barely visible now.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 673 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 19:52
  • msg #901

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc stands guard over the fallen while somebody with better knowledge of healing hopefully checks them over.
Roak The Quick
player, 678 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Thu 28 Nov 2019
at 15:02
  • msg #902

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak nods to Sherborne. "Sherborne, look after Voran, would you? I'll go up first next with my buckler on and draw their attacks; the rest of you can come up after me while I get their attention. Agreed?"
Sherborne
player, 548 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 28 Nov 2019
at 15:33
  • msg #903

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne attempts to heal Voran after moving him a little out of the way.

08:32, Today: Sherborne rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds.
Elder Voran
player, 954 posts
11/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Thu 28 Nov 2019
at 15:37
  • msg #904

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran picks himself up and moves out of the way. He prays with Sherborne and thanks his fellow cleric. "Thank you. Let's see if the halfling can distract them enough for Albricht and the rest of us to follow him up."
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 674 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Thu 28 Nov 2019
at 19:23
  • msg #905

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc readies his bow, ready to pick off one of the things as soon as it raises its head.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1035 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 29 Nov 2019
at 08:19
  • msg #906

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht fumed at the cleric and the halfling, pulling himself to his feet. "Watch it priest! Boulders in the crag!" He barked.

He was about to push his way back up the ladder when Roak cut in front of him. "When these things kill you Roak, I'm going to take back my Biter from your steaming corpse... best of luck up there."

The dwarf prepared to go up after the halfling, but was now careful to be ready for a companion's body falling down upon him!
Lanliss
player, 352 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 29 Nov 2019
at 14:24
  • msg #907

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss readies his bow as well.

"A strange collection of foes in these caves..." he remarks. "A pet hell hound would have been handy in dispatching these rogue wooden mannequins."
Dungeon Master
GM, 1542 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 29 Nov 2019
at 15:26
  • msg #908

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak climbs the ladder and manages to neatly avoid the attacks of both of the small wooden statues, each standing about his own height.

<They've taken their attacks, now it's your turn.>
Sherborne
player, 549 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Fri 29 Nov 2019
at 22:02
  • msg #909

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne nods and gets in line to climb the ladder.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1036 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 1 Dec 2019
at 07:00
  • msg #910

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht made a second attempt at ascending the ladder, grumbling all the way.
Roak The Quick
player, 681 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sun 1 Dec 2019
at 18:57
  • msg #911

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak, meanwhile, springs to the top and, whirling, aims a blow of his magical longsword at one of the statues!!

Attack a statue--hit AC 2 for 10 hp damage!! Stepping away from the edge so others can climb up.

13:50, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 10 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 7.  Damage.
13:50, Today: Roak The Quick rolled 15 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 12.  Attack a statue!
This message was last edited by the player at 19:01, Sun 01 Dec 2019.
Vsaati
player, 387 posts
Cutpurse
Sun 1 Dec 2019
at 19:35
  • msg #912

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Once a foothold had been established at the top of the ladder Vsaati joined the rest ascending.  On the way up she kept a dagger in her teeth in case she needed a weapon in a hurry.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1545 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 2 Dec 2019
at 15:19
  • msg #913

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak's inspired swing almost chops one of the small wooden men in half.  It holds together by a very thin bit of wood, but that appears to be enough for it to stay in he fight at this time.

<The rest of you should be able to climb up and attack.  BECMI D&D is fairly forgiving with actions in combat, and a combat round is a fairly long time period.>
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 676 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 2 Dec 2019
at 15:34
  • msg #914

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc climbs up and takes a swing at one of their adversaries.

OOC:
15:31, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 5 using 1d8+3.  Damage (sword +1). - [roll=1575300713.39179.228217]

15:31, Today: Elboc Ice Eyes rolled 19 using 1d20.  To hit (sword +1). - [roll=1575300679.42629.228217]
That hits AC -3 or better

Elder Voran
player, 955 posts
11/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 2 Dec 2019
at 21:44
  • msg #915

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran tries to position himself to fling a slingstone at the statues; he does, but the rock bounces off the ladder instead.

Ranged attack, miss.
16:43, Today: Elder Voran rolled 6 using 1d20+3.  Voran slingstone.
Sherborne
player, 550 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Tue 3 Dec 2019
at 00:06
  • msg #916

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne climbs up the ladder and takes his best swing at the nearest wooden statue.

17:05, Today: Sherborne rolled 7 using 1d6+2.  damage.
17:04, Today: Sherborne rolled 13 using 1d20+2.  Attack wooden guys. Hits AC 4.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1546 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 3 Dec 2019
at 04:15
  • msg #917

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Between them, Elboc and Sherborne dash the previously undamaged wooden statue creature to splinters, leaving only the one damaged so heavily by Roak still in the fight.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1547 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 3 Dec 2019
at 15:02
  • msg #918

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Albricht, Lanliss, and Vsaati: we're waiting on you guys.>
Lanliss
player, 353 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Tue 3 Dec 2019
at 15:05
  • msg #919

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Dungeon Master:
<Albricht, Lanliss, and Vsaati: we're waiting on you guys.>


<You said we couldn't get a clear shot for missile fire, and he's not getting in line on the ladder to get hit. So he stands by to catch anyone if they fall from the ladder.>
Vsaati
player, 388 posts
Cutpurse
Wed 4 Dec 2019
at 01:44
  • msg #920

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Seeing she had time, Vsaati stepped off the ladder and swapper the dagger for her sword.  Stepping in when the opportunity allowed, she slashed at the wooden guardians.


OOC:

20:43, Today: Vsaati rolled 14 using 1d20+2.  Attack wickermen.
20:43, Today: Vsaati rolled 6 using 1d8+2.  Damage (if hit).
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1037 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 4 Dec 2019
at 05:48
  • msg #921

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht summitted the steps with ease, for he was a dwarf and such maneuvers were second nature. Falling and being felled-upon notwithstanding.

"Kindling-making time!" He shouted gleefully, but his wrinkle-rimmed eyes were wary. Since when do carvings come to life?!?


Mace of Bass - Hit AC4 for 5 damage

22:44, Today: Albricht Burghammer rolled 5 using 1d6+3.  Damage.
22:42, Today: Albricht Burghammer rolled 13 using 1d20+3.  Mace of Bass (attack).
Dungeon Master
GM, 1548 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 4 Dec 2019
at 16:36
  • msg #922

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Between Vsaati and Albricht, there is a textbook demonstration of a particularly violent over-and-under attack that reduces the remaining animated statue to splinters.

With the suddenness of the combat out of the way, the party has the opportunity to look around, noticing that the room they are in is of particularly rough stonework.  There are doors to the north and south, and the room looks like a 50 foot square box with its northwest and northeast corners knocked off.


Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 677 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Wed 4 Dec 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #923

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Shall we leave this room for now, and continue our quest back to the city?"
Roak The Quick
player, 682 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Thu 5 Dec 2019
at 02:57
  • msg #924

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc Ice Eyes:
"Shall we leave this room for now, and continue our quest back to the city?"


Roak looks puzzled at this. "What do you mean? I mean, I was going to search the room for loot, sure, but then we're keeping on leaving after that."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1039 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 5 Dec 2019
at 05:54
  • msg #925

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht shuffled around the room a bit, casting an expert eye upon the construction and materials of this room, paying particular attention to the place where the ladder had come up for a way to lock it off.

Then, with a shrug, he moved toward the south door.

Detect Odd Construction: Albricht Burghammer rolled 1 using 1d6.
Lanliss
player, 354 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 5 Dec 2019
at 13:46
  • msg #926

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We still have to cure the shifter's blindness, don't we?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1549 posts
Eyes Only
Thu 5 Dec 2019
at 15:17
  • msg #927

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

<Albricht is unimpressed with the generally poor grade of work, which has been a constant since entering the room with the sun painted on the wall, but finds no way to block the ladder off, short of cutting it free.>
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1041 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 06:09
  • msg #928

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Kneeling down, the old dwarf set about cutting the ladder loose in order to pull it up.

"We don't want enemies sneaking up the ladder behind us! Lend a hand lads and we'll raise this ladder and hide it. Upon our return, we'll explore on our terms!"
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 678 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 06:46
  • msg #929

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"If we cut the ladder then how will we attach it again so that we can climb up or down?"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1042 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 07:10
  • msg #930

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"We'll auger and pin it."

The dwarf said this as if it were as simple and apparent as the care and  feeding of a pet curly-haired hematite hopper.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1550 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 15:14
  • msg #931

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

As Albricht begins the process of removing the metal-runged ladder, he finds a small flaw in his plan.  The ladder is pinned to the ceiling in this room, to the opening in the floor of this room (which is the ceiling of the room below), and similarly pinned to an opening in the floor of the lower room.  He has no idea how far down it goes.  He will have to not only cut the ladder free from several different anchoring points, but also cut through its shafts, which will make a huge amount of noise.
This message was last edited by the GM at 15:14, Fri 06 Dec 2019.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1043 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sat 7 Dec 2019
at 06:05
  • msg #932

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

After a moment or two of scratching his sun-bleached whiskers, the old dwarf cleared his throat. "Like I said, we should probably leave this ladder as-is for now... it's been well placed, much better than the craftsmanship around us. Wouldn't due to create a bunch of dust at the moment."

Turning his back on the ladder, he shrugged and shuffled to the northern door. He readied his mace and shield. "Ready?"
Roak The Quick
player, 683 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 7 Dec 2019
at 18:32
  • msg #933

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak smirks at this display, nods, and opens the northern door!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1552 posts
Eyes Only
Sat 7 Dec 2019
at 21:48
  • msg #934

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak opens the door to find a passage that heads directly away from the door for about 30 feet before ending in a tee intersection that splits to the left and right.  The passage is quiet, but the marks in the dust on the floor indicate that there has been somewhat frequent travel here.


Roak The Quick
player, 684 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Sat 7 Dec 2019
at 22:19
  • msg #935

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak leads the way north, tapping the floor in front of him with his sword as he goes, and veers right.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1046 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Sun 8 Dec 2019
at 06:17
  • msg #936

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht was close behind the halfling, disinclined to let the small companion get too far ahead lest he plan some trickery.

His wild-eye took note of the tracks and traffic marks upon the floor.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 679 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Sun 8 Dec 2019
at 08:56
  • msg #937

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc follows too, sword and shield at the ready.
Sherborne
player, 553 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Sun 8 Dec 2019
at 20:26
  • msg #938

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne watches the rear with his mace ready.
Vsaati
player, 389 posts
Cutpurse
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 01:10
  • msg #939

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

By that point Vsaati had the splinters cleaned off her blade, so she fell in with the rest around the centre of the pack, trailing after Roak and Albricht.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1554 posts
Eyes Only
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 01:47
  • msg #940

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak comes to the tee intersection, noting that the left passage continues past the limit of his light, but also seems to branch to the north after about 30 feet.  The passage to the right goes for 60 feet before ending in a closed door.


Roak The Quick
player, 686 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 02:51
  • msg #941

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak moves back and shares this with the others. "I say we look at the door to the right."
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1047 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 06:08
  • msg #942

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht shrugged, wary of Roak and his... manipulations.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 680 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 06:09
  • msg #943

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Right sounds good," says Elboc. "Treasure is usually behind looked doors."
Elder Voran
player, 959 posts
11/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 22:33
  • msg #944

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran nods in agreement. "Vsaati, could you please check the door for us?"
Vsaati
player, 390 posts
Cutpurse
Tue 10 Dec 2019
at 01:03
  • msg #945

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Vsaati complied, examining the door for any signs of traps or other surprises.  Once satisfied, she declared the door safe for opening.


OOC:

20:01, Today: Vsaati rolled 58 using 1d100.  Find traps (TN 30%).
Roak The Quick
player, 687 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Tue 10 Dec 2019
at 01:31
  • msg #946

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

And Roak opens the door!
Dungeon Master
GM, 1558 posts
Eyes Only
Tue 10 Dec 2019
at 15:32
  • msg #947

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak opens the door to see the coils of two very large snakes curled up on a pile of furs and silks in the northeast corner of what otherwise looks to be a lady's bedchamber.  The tails of the pair move restlessly as the door swings open, then their head appear, but they're somehow wrong.  The wrongness is confirmed as both heads turn toward the door, and they are shown to be that of beautiful women with the heads of smaller snakes arranged about them as if they were hair.  Not only do the pair have human heads, but the entire upper torso of human women.

"What are you doing here, little morsels?" one of them purrs.


Roak The Quick
player, 688 posts
AC 4
HP 19/21
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 00:02
  • msg #948

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Roak screams and shuts the door. He pants. "Medusas! Don't look in there or we'll turn to stone!"
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1048 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 05:36
  • msg #949

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht dropped his mace and shield to the floor and quickly fetched his hammer and an iron spike which he madly began hammering into the gap to keep it from opening from the inside.

"You sure what you saw Roak? We'd best get clever and get there quick!"
Lanliss
player, 360 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 13:52
  • msg #950

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss pulls out his mirror again, looking away and covering his eyes with his free hand. He holds the mirror at eye level where he suspects the medusae would try to crack the door back open.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1560 posts
Eyes Only
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 15:23
  • msg #951

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Hey!  Open that gods-damned door!" one of the pair shrieks from inside of the room.  Shortly thereafter, a heavy body can be heard to slam into the door.  The door itself is pulled toward the inside of the room, in the direction that it opens, and Albricht's spike falls to the floor.  Roak quickly grabs ahold of the pull-ring on the door, but those inside seem to be making progress against him.
Elder Voran
player, 961 posts
11/16 hp AC 2
Spells on sheet
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 15:57
  • msg #952

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Voran grabs onto Roak, trying to add weight to him as he tries to keep the door closed.
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 682 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 19:36
  • msg #953

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Elboc will grab the ring pull too, in case Roaks's grip fails him.
Sherborne
player, 555 posts
Cleric 19/19 hp AC1
2 clw, 1 hold, 1 silence
Thu 12 Dec 2019
at 00:03
  • msg #954

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Sherborne also tries to find a place to grab the ring and help.
Albricht Burghammer
player, 1050 posts
Dwarf Water-Finder
HP 21/31, AC 0(-3 w/Shld)
Thu 12 Dec 2019
at 06:15
  • msg #955

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Albricht cursed sourly in the Goblin tongue, a habit he only did when he was very scared or when having a particularly senior moment in an outhouse. This situation was noteworthy in that the two scenarios were similar and simultaneous. He scrambled for his old warhammer, leaving perfectly good tools on the floor.

"Pull you bear-loving, snake-fearing mushroom eaters!"

With a grunt he attempted to push the long handle through the ring to bar the door from opening inward!
Elboc Ice Eyes
player, 683 posts
Dark Elf
A/C:4 H/P: 18/9
Thu 12 Dec 2019
at 06:43
  • msg #956

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

"Can anybody cast a sleep spell on the other side of this door?" asks Elboc through gritted teeth.
Lanliss
player, 362 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Thu 12 Dec 2019
at 14:42
  • msg #957

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Lanliss opens his eyes to stare at the action exclusively through his mirror.

"Assuming that even works on them? Assuming I don't need eye contact?
Lanliss
player, 363 posts
Elf 2
AC1, hp 7/12
Fri 13 Dec 2019
at 14:08
  • msg #958

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

In reply to Lanliss (msg # 957):

"And especially if the rest of you are in the way!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 1561 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 13 Dec 2019
at 15:18
  • msg #959

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

Pulling from the other side of the door continues, but the party seem to be able to hold it closed.
Dungeon Master
GM, 1563 posts
Eyes Only
Fri 13 Dec 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #960

Re: Chapter 007 - Catacombs Below

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Chapter 007b - Catacombs Below

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