Though I was afraid that would be the answer, thank you for your honesty, Silifrey.

Well, Silversheen lasts for an hour, Quicksilver for 3 rounds, so I wanted to know.  There's also a fairly substantial price difference between the two.

I chose Quicksilver becuase it was cheaper, I thought you would appreciate that and I took the time to post the full description of the item for those of you who do not have a copy of the Complete Adventurer. It does last only 3 Rounds but you have all shown me how much damage you can inflict in that amount of time, it should be enough.

Now I can only post when I am at work, and I am busy when I'm here. I do try to post as often as I can, but as you can see, that isn't very often but I thought that would be better that having you all wait for a DM to take up the region.

If this is causing a problem for you guys then I will happily turn the region over to someone else who can devote more time to this region.

Just let me know.

My apologies if I offended you, Darkchylde. The pace is just fine. :)

No it wasn't anything you said, I am trying to post more. Its just hard just now due to my IRL issues. Hopefully these will be resolved soon and things will pick up but I don't want your or anybody else's enjoyment of the game to sufffer as a result of my problems so if its better to get another DM then I will try and find someone who is willing.

It is not a matter of being offended, I'm just trying to be practical.

I'm sure no one's complaining.

I wasn't complaining, I was just seeking clarification.  Cala was willing to throw down the money for Silversheen, just because she wants to make very sure Oliver is dead, but I'm sure quicksilver capsules will be fine, and it was nice of you to post the descriptions since not everyone has everything beyond the core rulebooks (and probably everyone doesn't have all of those).  I think you're doing a good job with keeping things interesting, and I don't mind the pace, since I'm a little busy right now myself.  I'm sorry if it seemed like we don't appreciate your efforts. :(

I'm glad we were able to come to an understanding. I will try and post more frequently but I can't make any promises; circumstances being as they are.

In all the excitement I nearly forgot to post these.

Stupendous.

WhooHoo!

Alright!

and the battle experience was 1440 each right?

Thats right Colmar.

Indeed.

Now, being new to the game, I'm not sure how/if you guys try to do any battle planning.

At the stage we're at now, Blackrin might mention the tactical advantage to fighting on horseback, with the drawback that we would certainly have no chance to approach unnoticed if we close with the farmhouse in that manner.

From the description I assume the fields are completely burnt, and even approaching on foot unnoticed is probably unlikely. If that is the case I see no reason not to charge across on horseback, covering the distance much more quickly and thereby probably suffering less possible ranged fire.

Thoughts?

You are correct, the fields are all gone giving one the impression that the house is situated in the middle of ash laden desert. I would also like to point out that as far as you can tell there is no one outside. This might mean that they are all inside... I also neglected to mention that there is a large rust-colored barn some 30 feet directly to the east of the house.

If you have any questions that might help you to properely envison the scene, please feel free to ask.

Does the farmhouse have windows?

Yes, big ones. The curtains seem to be drawn though. Any one of you could easily fit through the windows.

Now, it may just be me, but I still think it's a great idea to let Black ride ahead, basically charging in, to maybe buy some time for the rest of the group. The fact that Oliver has no idea who he is could work greatly in our favor. Then the rest of you could charge in, like a second wave, and we can smack him down!

Just my thoughts.

That would work fine with me.  Mourn wants windows to fire through if possible, so that he doesn't risk direct engagement.

I have no objection to this plan.

Great! Let me get with the DM about a couple things...

Thanks guys!

Well, it is kinda working as planned. The DM informed me that the window was just big enough for me to crash through... and gave me a Ride check of 20.

*ahem-blush* I rolled a.... 3.

That's what I get for taking the Ride skill and buying my horse as an afterthought, eh? *laughs* I was/am hoping to open the window for Mourn and surprise whoever is inside at the same time.

A 3... oh no!

heloo dm darkchylde, where for art thou?

ps hello to evryone here