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Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat

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DM Pawn
GM, 1228 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 14:47
  • msg #1

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Passing beyond the Tiamat Door, the party gets their first glimpse of the dread lair of Wyrmlord Azarr Kul--The Fane of Tiamat.

The wide entrance corridor has been carved from the mountainside by what Ovo deems to be ancient, skilled hands. The living stone has been artfully hewn and appears to be as structurally sound as it is impressive to behold. The reinforced masonry walls on either side bear artistic bas-relief sculptures of dragons and various religious iconography, with the motif of a red clawed hand repeated often. The ceiling is about 10 feet high and also appears to be in good physical shape, with few if any signs of fault lines.

The entrance corridor continues northward for 20 feet and then transitions to steep stone stairs that lead upward. Following these stairs, the adventurers come to a 10-foot landing, beyond which is a large iron double door, presently closed. Each door bears the emblazoned symbol of the Red Hand and both have key holes and, by Sarah's assessment, are locked. However; she did not see any evidence the doors were trapped.

When the rest of the party joins her, Sarah has been listening at the door and has heard nothing but silence beyond.
Sarah
Player, 778 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 15:34
  • msg #2

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Shall I try to unlock it?" Sarah asks as she readies her tools in anticipation of an affirmative answer.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1035 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 17:15
  • msg #3

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni jumped at the sound of Sarah's voice out of thin air.  She'd been expecting the invisible woman to be here, but it was still unsettling nonetheless.

"Go ahead," Dame Daflin replied once she'd regained her composure.  She still wore her lighted tiara and Elam had his lantern lit.

"Should we back up and douse the lights once she's unlocked the doors?" she querried the others.  "Only two of us can see in the dark so I'm not sure how much we'll have the element of surprise."
Sarah
Player, 779 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 18:04
  • msg #4

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah attempts to unlock the door . . .


13:04, Today: Sarah rolled 14 using 1d100 with rolls of 14.  Pick Locks (55).
DM Pawn
GM, 1229 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 18:10
  • msg #5

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah works the lock free and the iron double doors are now unlocked, but still closed. The party hears no sound in response to Sarah's actions.
Sarah
Player, 780 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 18:20
  • msg #6

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"They're unlocked," Sarah whispers.  "And I don't hear anything on the other side."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 85 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 18:30
  • msg #7

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo steps forward and looks for any traps that might have to do with pits or falling blocks. The dwarf, like Dergan, feels this has been all too easy. The howling creature never showed and the dragon kept hidden even after the light show and armored fighters moving along the open before the great stone doors.
DM Pawn
GM, 1230 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 19:26
  • msg #8

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo discovers no evidence within the surrounding stonework to suggest pits, falling blocks, or any other such architectural security features.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 86 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 15:11
  • msg #9

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo, after his inspection, will tell the party he found no pits or stonework traps.

"We should be move'n as soon as ye be ready Dame Eoni. The longer we wait the more time they have to prepare for our come'n." The dwarf advised.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1036 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 18:53
  • msg #10

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"All right," Dame Daflin replied softly to the dwarf as she moved back away from the doors and pulled her hood up to cover the tiara's light, "go ahead."

She motioned for Elam to cover his lantern light as well.
Vaxfar
Player, 91 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #11

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar is comfortable in the dark.  He looks about the walls in the meantime. [Private to GM: He tries unsuccessfully to detect hidden/ secret doors
 02, Today: Secret Roll: Vaxfar rolled 5 using 1d6 with rolls of 5.  Detect hidden/ secret Doors (1-2).
 ]
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 87 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 03:13
  • msg #12

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo urged everyone to stand back as he reached out and handed his crossbow to Dergan. Now he slid the shield from his back and placed it on his arm. The dwarf with one final look to make sure no one else stood near the door, then pushed against it using his strength to do so.
Sarah
Player, 781 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 13:57
  • msg #13

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah got out of the way.
DM Pawn
GM, 1231 posts
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 15:12
  • msg #14

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo pushes against the iron double doors, which prove to be significantly easier to push open than one might expect based solely on their size and construction.

The doors fling open on well-oiled hinges and catch at 90 degees, revealing a large foyer awash in a riot of color and the warm scent of vinegar and decay wafts up to assail the party.

Five sculpted stone dragon heads protrude from the center of the ceiling, and in each of their open maws burns a different colored jet of fire--blue, red, green, black, and white. The polished stone reflects the light and amplifies it.

Iron doors to the east and west each bear the image of a red clawed hand. To the north, a double door is embossed with the same icon.

The ceiling is 20 feet high and two balconies in the north wall overlook the room at a height of 10 feet. Atop each of the balconies, squats a thin, clawed reptilian semi-humanoid statue with large, bat-like wings. A prehensile tail is coiled around the statues' lower bodies. The statues' faces are vaguely draconic and each possess a pair of small horns, snake-like hair, and pointed ears.

The statues are crafted in leering pose, their slanted, devilish eyes focused on the entrance way.

OOC: The entrance foyer is 40 x 25 feet. Map update forthcoming...


This message was last edited by the GM at 15:16, Tue 01 Sept 2020.
Dergan
player, 47 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 00:38
  • msg #15

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan doesn't like the look of those statues staring at him.  He notches his bow and aims it at one them, daring it to move.
Sarah
Player, 782 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 01:01
  • msg #16

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah silently skitters to the western door and applies her usual thiefly checks.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1037 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 01:03
  • msg #17

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I feel like we came in the wrong entrance," Dame Daflin whispered apprehensively.
DM Pawn
GM, 1232 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 14:39
  • msg #18

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

[Private to Sarah: As soon as Sarah clears the western double door and has an unobstructed view of the foyer's southwest corner, she sees the rotting husk of a large, brown, serpentine creature with  tattered wings, skeletal arms, and a horned skull. Edritch light burns within the creature's hollow orbs as it watches the room while coiled in the foyer's southwest corner.

The creature does not give any indication it has taken notice of Sarah yet.]

The strange cobalt blue statue perched atop the balcony does not react to Dergan drawing his bow and taking aim on it. It continues to perch there, motionless, its eyes directed at the door and in the adventurers general direction.

Everyone except Sarah is still huddled at the entrance to the grand foyer.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1038 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 14:45
  • msg #19

Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sarah," Dame Daflin whispered, expecting the young woman to still be nearby, "do you think there are any traps in here?"

It was obvious there was magic in this room, but to what purpose?
Sarah
Player, 783 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 16:54
  • msg #20

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Sarah," Dame Daflin whispered, expecting the young woman to still be nearby, "do you think there are any traps in here?"



"Don't enter!" Sarah's disembodied voice warns in a whisper.  "Southwest corner of the room; don't know what it is.  Looks like a dragon's caracass, but its eyes are glowing.  Looks like it's rotting, and it's still but I ain't sure it's dead."

After a pause Sarah gives voice to her fear:

"I hope it's not an undead dragon."
DM Pawn
GM, 1233 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 17:47
  • msg #21

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The hideous creature in the southwest corner, outside of view of those still in the corridor but within 10 feet of Sarah, lifts its neck as soon as Sarah begins whispering. The creature's glowing eyes pulse with energy as the monster sweeps its neck left and right, seemingly trying to locate Sarah.
Sarah
Player, 784 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 17:56
  • msg #22

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah silently backs to the double doors.

OOC: I thought I'd done that.  At least, I meant to. :)
This message was last edited by the player at 17:57, Wed 02 Sept 2020.
DM Pawn
GM, 1234 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 18:12
  • msg #23

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah makes it back to the double doors.

The open double doors obscure the corner of the room, so those still in the hallway are unable to see into foyer's southwest corner.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1039 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 19:26
  • msg #24

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sarah," Dame Daflin whispered, "Check out the door to our right so we have a way out.

"Ovo, keep an eye on that dragon.  If it's undead, I may be able to banish it with Avandra's Grace.

"If it's not, we run for the next door.  We don't need to wear ourselves down on creatures that can't chase us."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 88 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 20:01
  • msg #25

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The dwarf nodded and whispered "Aye Dame! Yet we'll have ta face it on our way out."

Ovo then watched the corner for any movement "Those wi'out armor kin use yon statue fer cover."
Sarah
Player, 785 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 20:15
  • msg #26

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

<quote Eoni Daflin>
"Sarah," Dame Daflin whispered, <Rose>"Check out the door to our right so we have a way out.

"'K", Sarah whispers.

To get to the eastern door, she stays as close to the southern wall as possible, hoping that makes it harder for her to be detected.

And, of course, she moves as quietly as possible.
DM Pawn
GM, 1237 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 22:54
  • msg #27

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah re-renters the room, this time sticking close to the east double door, with the intent of stalking to the iron door on the east side of the foyer. As soon as she turns the corner, she notices another hideous creature, similar in appearance to the one she saw in the southwest corner, coiled in the foyer's southeast corner. Perhaps its presence startles Sarah, or perhapsher luck has just run its course.

In any event, the creature lifts its head in recognition of some life form nearby, begins to uncoil its serpentine tail, and uses its skeletal forearms to slowly pull itself toward the open double door and Sarah...

Meanwhile, atop the balconies, the two devilish statues suddenly jerk their heads backward and begin to shriek and howl...


Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (NW Balcony), 19/19 (NE Balcony)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 31/31 (SW corner), 30/30 (SE corner)

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Elam      7  17/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  47/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5  26/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4  21/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
]
OOC: PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:26, Thu 03 Sept 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 92 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 14:43
  • msg #28

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo looked to Dergan "Lad; we need ta get out in yonder room where our numbers will have ah chance. Warriors form ah half-ring outside the door!"

Ovo moved out the door and to his left. Making room so all five fighters can form a semi-circle before the door. "Me crossbow kin be used by some other that kin shoot it!" he shouted over his shoulder and readied his hand axe and shield.



09:39, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 4.  Hand Axe Damage.

09:38, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 7 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 6.  Attack with Hand Axe.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:44, Thu 03 Sept 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1043 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 18:37
  • msg #29

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

While still standing outside the doorway, Dame Daflin pulled her hood back to reveal Avandra's light and chanted, "Avandra's Grace and blessed be, lend us strength to smite for thee."

OOC: Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage.  I suggest you make a Roll and Damage link on your character sheet.
Sarah
Player, 787 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 4 Sep 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #30

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah steadily -- and hastily -- retraces her steps back to the safety of her comrades.
Dergan
player, 50 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 13:08
  • msg #31

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As Ovo moves forward, Dergan moves with him, trading bow for sword in a well practiced motion. A smile spreads across his face as the enemies come into sight, broader still as they come with striking distance.  The large lanky warrior swings hard and true.

"Back to hell with you!"


09:05, Today: Dergan rolled 11 using 1d8+3.  damage.

09:04, Today: Dergan rolled 17 using 1d20+3.  attack.
Elam
player, 48 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 17/17
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 14:06
  • msg #32

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam wasn't sure exactly what they were up against, but with the mention of more dragons, he was very happy to see Ovo and Dergan move to the front. His magic was at the ready as always, but he didn't want to use it until absolutely certain what foul beast were inside the chamber.

When the statues began to move, Elam fired a pellet from his sling. He wasn't confident it would do anything but it was better than just standing there.



10:05, Today: Elam rolled 3 using 1d4+2 with rolls of 1.  Damage.

10:03, Today: Elam rolled 19 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 17.  Sling Attack (+1 Dex, +1 Bless, THAC0 17).


DM Pawn
GM, 1244 posts
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 19:53
  • msg #33

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Ovo and Dergan enter the foyer to establish a defensive line to the left, Laurenbeth gestures to Rogar and the two quickly form a line on the right side. As soon as the pair clears the door, they see the wyvern zombie in the southeast corner, and both move to attack as it clambers forward. Unofrtunately, neither manage to land an effective blow.

Meanwhile, Shmee and Grub retrieve missile weapons (longbow and crossbow, respectively), and take aim on the only enemies they can see from the hallway--the blue abishai. Both aim for the one in the northwest balcony, but only Grub manages to score a hit.

Murphy stays to the rear.

OOC: Grub hit a blue abishai (nw balcony) for 2 points of damage.
DM Pawn
GM, 1245 posts
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 01:35
  • msg #34

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The zombie wyverns mindlessly lumber forward, pulling their slithering bodies into the fray with their skeletal forearms. Once in position, the hideous creatures snap their massive jaws and whip their barbed tails at the adventurers.

Ovo wards off a bite with his battle axe and then moments later gets his magic shield up in time to thwart a barbed tail attack. On the other side, Rogar is less fortunate. The zombie wyvern crushes down on the mercenary's arm with a sickening crunch, causing him to cry out in anguish. Moments later, the barbed tail lashes Rogar across the face. Rogar is stunned by the attack, but still standing.

Meanwhile, atop the balconies, the blue winged devil whisper seductive words while twirling bejeweled tridents in hynoptic patterns...

[Private to Elam: Join me, mighty wizard, and together we shall know power and pleasure... ]
[Private to Eoni Daflin: Fight me not, join me, and I will offer to you great power and wisdom.... ]

OOC: Rogar was hit for 14 points of damage. Eoni and Elam need to make Saves vs Charm Person to avoid regarding the blue abishai as a trusted friend and ally.

I did not take actions for Vaxfar last round. He can take two actions in the upcoming round.


Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 21/27 (NW Balcony), 19/19 (NE Balcony)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 20/31 (SW corner: Dergan/Ovo), 30/30 (SE corner: Laurenbeth/Rogar)

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Elam      7  17/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  47/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5  26/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4   7/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd):
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:22, Tue 08 Sept 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 97 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 02:27
  • msg #35

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo growls as his hand axe hits home even though it is a glancing blow "We've best be done n' quick Dergan me lad."


21:20, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 4 using 1d6+2 with rolls of 2.  Damage With Hand Axe. Blessed by Avandra

21:19, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 17 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 15.  Attack with Hand Axe. Blessed by Avandra
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1046 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 02:43
  • msg #36

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin was relieved at least one of the creatures on the balconies would help them.  The dead behemoths she now saw were another matter.  Stepping forward, she held her Symbol of Avandra high with one hand and shouted, "In the name of Avandra!  Leave us be!"

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 11 using 1d20+2.  Spells/Staff (12) Avandra protect me!  FAILED
Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 2d6.  Turn Undead.
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD.

[Private to DM Pawn: Turns at least 1 undead of 5th level or lower, or 2 of 3HD or lower.]
Vaxfar
Player, 92 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 02:51
  • msg #37

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar casts a spell.

[Private to DM Pawn: Cast web spell on cobalt devil in the balcony ]
Vaxfar
Player, 93 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 03:00
  • msg #38

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Rogar  stunned, Vaxfar steps in for him and swings his bastard sword at the Zombie.


21:58, Today: Vaxfar rolled 8 using 2d4+2 with rolls of 4,2.  Bastard sword damage .
21:57, Today: Vaxfar rolled 14 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 12.  Bastard sword v. Zombie.
Sarah
Player, 790 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 18:24
  • msg #39

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

PM

[Private to DM Pawn: Sarah considers going for one of the devils -- but that seems foolhardy, given that one mistake and she would be facing it alone.

However, the zombie she's been evading (the one in the SE corner) is occupied with someone else.  She circles back around, trying to line up for a surprise attack from behind.]
Dergan
player, 53 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 20:45
  • msg #40

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan nods as Ovo's axe finds its target, "Nice of you to join in my friend!" he says with good humor as the tall man again hits the monster before him.  A lessor blow than last time but a blow none the less.


16:43, Today: Dergan rolled 5 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 2.  damage.

16:42, Today: Dergan rolled 15 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 12.  attack.
Sarah
Player, 791 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 13:02
  • msg #41

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah considers going for one of the devils -- but that seems foolhardy, given that one mistake and she would be facing it alone.

However, the zombie she's been evading (the one in the SE corner) is occupied with someone else.  She circles back around, trying to line up for a surprise attack from behind.

Her calculation works; distracted by Laurenbeth and Rogar, the zombie fails to distinguish Sarah's movements from the other activity in the room.

07:55, Today: Sarah rolled 10 using 1d100 with rolls of 10.  Move silently (53).

Taking careful aim, Sarah strikes from behind.  She becomes visible just as her sword plunges into the monster!

07:59, Today: Sarah rolled 19,7 using d20+4,d8 with rolls of 15,7.  Backstab .
Doubled damage, so 14!
Elam
player, 51 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 17/17
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 19:27
  • msg #42

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As the abishai's words ring through the mage's head, he suddenly realized his mistake. Elam rushed to Grub's side when he saw him firing his crossbow at the winged creature. "No! Don't hurt the blue one! It's on our side." The warlock slammed his staff into the mercenary's crossbow in an attempt to disarm him.


14:33, Today: Elam rolled 7 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 5.  Save vs Charm. FAIL
15:26, Today: Elam rolled 20 using 1d20 with rolls of 20.  Attempt to disarm Grub with staff.
DM Pawn
GM, 1251 posts
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 12:18
  • msg #43

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam and Eoni find themselves seduced by the devils and are are compelled to regard them as trusted allies and confidants.

Vaxfar neutralizes one of the devils by casting a web spell over the entire northeast balcony. The blue abishai hisses in defiance while struggling to extract itself from the sticky mess.

Eoni turns her attention to the zombie wyverns and uses the power of her faith to turn one of them away. The monster engaged with Laurenbeth, Rogar, Sarah, and Vaxfar shrieks and draws backward...into an awaiting Sarah, who plunges her sword deep into the creature's neck, becoming visible in the process.

Laurenbeth and Rogar continue to struggle against the zombie wyvern, but do their part to keep the thing from advancing, until relieved of that pressure by Eoni's divine bidding.

On the other side of the defensive line, Dergan and Ovo settle into a good battle rhythm and take turns hewing into their mindless foe. The zombie wyvern attempts to bite down on Dergan's sword arm, but the fighter wards off the attack, only moments later to be struck by the creature's barbed tail. His body begins to feel sluggish as toxins enter his bloodstream...

Moments later, the other blue abishai, remembering the wound it received from Dergan, takes flight, soars down, flies over Ovo and Dergan, and lances Dergan with its jeweled trident. It's a powerful blow that penetrates through the warrior's armor, deep into flesh.

Shmee and Grub focus their missile attacks against the blue abishais perched atop the balconies. Shmee's arrow flies wide and Grub has his crossbow swacked out of his hands by Elam as he draws a bead on one of the devils.

"Hey! What gives?!" he cries out in frustration while shooting the wizard a scornful glare. Hearing Elam's explanation, his face scrunches in disbelief and comments, "Are you daft, man. Pull your head out of your ass!" while reaching down to retrieve his crossbow.

Flying above the fray, the blue abishai locks eyes with Elam...

[Private to Elam: "Do not trust any of your so called allies. They care not for you and only seek to deprive you of your destiny. Aid me and you will be richly rewarded."]

[Secret to Eoni Daflin: The abishai now covered in Vaxfar's web calls out to you from the balcony, "Friend, Help me! Your false friends seek to do me harm. Do not let them..." ]

OOC:
Elam is charmed by the blue abishai flying above the melee.
Eoni is charmed by the blue abishai webbed in the NE balcony.

Dergan takes 3 damage from the wyvern and must make a Save vs Poison.
Dergan also takes 10 damage from the abishai's trident.

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 21/27 (Flying above melee), 19/19 (NE Balcony, webbed for 5 rounds)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 11/31 (SW corner: Dergan/Ovo), 8/30 (SE corner: Turned, Laurenbeth/Rogar/Sarah/Vaxfar)

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Elam      7  17/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  47/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5  26/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4   7/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd):
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:24, Thu 10 Sept 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 99 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 19:44
  • msg #44

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo curses under his breath as he sees Dergan slammed by both monsters!

"To me, ye bag o' bones! Take this as ah reminder fer ye folly!" the dwarf snarls as he lands a smashing blow!



14:39, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 7 using 1d6+2 with rolls of 5.  Damage With Hand Axe. Blessed by Avandra

14:38, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 19 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 17.  Attack with Hand Axe. Blessed by Avandra
Dergan
player, 54 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 01:04
  • msg #45

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan grimaces as he's hit not by one, but two damnable monsters.  Though he immediately feels the burn of the poison, he at least has the satisfaction of joining Ovo in hitting the zombie again with a solid blow.

"It is good to fight along side you again Ovo my friend, whatever the fates have in store for us this day!!"


21:01, Today: Dergan rolled 2 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 1.  save.

21:01, Today: Dergan rolled 6 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 3.  damage.

21:00, Today: Dergan rolled 13 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 10.  attack.
Sarah
Player, 793 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 01:14
  • msg #46

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sara, still behind the zombie in the southeast, is alarmed that it is backing up.  Nonetheless, she deftly jumps out of the way, avoids the monster's tail, and strikes again .


20:12, Today: Sarah rolled 13,5 using d20,d8 with rolls of 13,5.  Sword (12 to hit).
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1049 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 03:01
  • msg #47

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Leave the one on the balcony alone!" Dame Daflin shouted as she turned to the other undead creature and raised her symbol once more and shouted, "In the name of Avandra!  Leave us be!"

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 10 using 2d6.  Turn Undead, SW corner.
Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD, SW corner.

[Private to GM: Turns at least one of 8th level and lower.]
Vaxfar
Player, 94 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 02:37
  • msg #48

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

V takes another swing.  He had not seen zombies before so was unsure if this would be effective but hacked away seeing that the first swing seemed to ha e some effect.


21:35, Today: Vaxfar rolled 7 using 2d4+2 with rolls of 2,3.  Bastard swor damage .
21:34, Today: Vaxfar rolled 13 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 11.  Bastard sword to hit .
Elam
player, 52 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 17/17
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 18:20
  • msg #49

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam stands there looking from Ovo and Dergan and back to the flying blue creature with a growing look of confusion on his face. "I am not daft! Even the Dame of Brindol calls them allies. Leave them be!" As Grub bends down to retrieve his crossbow, the mage shoved the mercenary attempting to knock him to the ground while he was off-balance. Looking down over the fallen man, the mage continues. "She paid you to protect her and her allies. Admit your plot to betray us and I may show you mercy!"  Elam's eyes were wide and wild.




14:08, Today: Elam rolled 19* using 1d20-1 with rolls of 20.  Shove vs Grub.

*Corrected the modifier to -1 instead of +1... regardless, another 20 vs this guy, crazy!

DM Pawn
GM, 1254 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 00:47
  • msg #50

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Tag team of Ovo and Dergan overpower the zombie wyvern in the southwest corner, hacking the undead monster to shreds. Dergan manages to get in the killing blow, but moments after reveling in the thrill of taking his opponent down, the fighter is overcome with an agonizing pain as the exceptionally deadly venom puts his heart into arrest. Dergan collapses onto the ground. White foam froths from the warriors mouth as he expires on the ground.

The blue abishai hovering over Ovo and Dergan cackles with glee. It beats its leathery wings and soars down to jab Ovo with its trident, a painful blow.

Shmee responds to this development by putting an arrow into the abishai.

Eoni turns the second wyvern zombie and it begins to retreat from the throng of heroes...

Vaxfar and Sarah press the attack and take down the turned zombie, and not a moment too soon. The Elf and Thief scarcely have an opportunity to catch their breath before noticing the iron door on the east wall fling open. Three dark, scaly, brutish humanoids with horns protruding for their heads barrel into the room, point at the adventurers, and draw broad swords to enjoin battle.

Laurenbeth and Rogar, curse, and rush up to engage the new foes. Both score hits against the devil-spawned dragon brutes--Blackspawn Raiders.

The Blackspawn Raiders strike back, one landing a blow against Laurenbeth.

The third Blackspawn Raider puffs up its chest and projectile vomits a stream of acid at Vaxfar...

Meanwhile, in the hallway, Elam shoves Grub really hard, causing the waif-like man to topple onto the ground. Murph growls, races forward, and bites Elam in the leg. Grub mutter-growls something unintelligible, but it's quite clear he is not too happy.

In the balcony, the other blue abishai struggles to free itself from the sticky webs.

[Private to Elam: "Yes. Strike him down now, while he is down!" the abishai implores...]

[Private to Eoni Daflin: "Free me of my bonds!" the webbed abishai telepathically implores...]

OOC:
Elam is charmed by the blue abishai flying above the melee.
Eoni is charmed by the blue abishai webbed in the NE balcony.

Dergan is poisoned and dead... :(
Ovo takes 9 damage from the abishai's trident.
Murph bit Elam for 1 point of damage.
Vaxfar must make a Save vs Dragon Breath or take 14 points of acid damage (Save negates).

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 16/27 (Flying above melee), 19/19 (NE Balcony, webbed for 4 rounds)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 12/20 (Laurenbeth), 9/20 (Rogar), 20/20 (Vaxfar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31 (SW corner: Ovo), 0/30 (SE corner: Laurenbeth/Rogar/Sarah/Vaxfar)

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5  20/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4   7/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd):
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:37, Tue 15 Sept 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1050 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 02:31
  • msg #51

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sarah!" Dame Daflin shouted above the melee.  "Free the one on the balcony and he'll help us!  I'll cover you!"

Turning on the three new foes, the Sister of Avandra chanted, "Avandra's Grace and blessed will, keep us safe and evil still!"

She didn't know what was happening behind her, but she did see Dergen fall.  She'd need to get to him quickly before he bled out.

[Private to GM: Hold Person save vs Spells or held for 90 minutes.
Eoni Daflin rolled 2 using 1d4.  People held.]
DM Pawn
GM, 1257 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 11:19
  • msg #52

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The Blackspawn Raider engaged with Rogar shoots a penetrating glare Eoni's way, smiles to reveal a row of serrated fangs, and menacingly chuckles.

It then speaks in an unintelligible language, which causes the other two Blackspawns to chuckle in the same menacing tone.

OOC: Sorry, Blackspawn Raiders are immune to paralysis.
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:36, Tue 15 Sept 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 103 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 12:34
  • msg #53

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo screams "Dame Daflin! Dergan requires yer aid! Be quick!"

The dwarf then throws his hand axe at the flying devil before him, then draws his silver dagger.


07:27, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 3 using 1d6+2 with rolls of 1.  Hand Axe Damage.

07:27, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 20 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 18.  Hand Axe Thrown!
Elam
player, 54 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 12:40
  • msg #54

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam's eyes flared when the dog bit his leg. "Now you send your mutt after me!? You will both die!" The warlock eyes fixated on the dog and he envisioned the beast lying on the floor, fur smoking as it died a torturous death. He knew killing the dog would bring the full ire of the man on the floor, so he prepared for the inevitable. The mage waved his free hand, whispered a few arcane words and suddenly where there was once one, there were now two of the decrepit warlocks. "You had your chance."  both forms warned in unison.


08:13, Today: Elam rolled 1 using 1d4 with rolls of 1.  Mirror Image.
This message was last edited by the player at 12:40, Tue 15 Sept 2020.
Dergan
player, 55 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 19:28
  • msg #55

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan lies very very still, other than a bit of spit and froth that drips from his purpling lips.
Vaxfar
Player, 95 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 03:35
  • msg #56

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The acid hits Vaxfar straight on and he howls in pain.  He swings wildly at the Raider but the pain of the acid causes him to miss.

Vaxfar rolled 14 using 1d20 with rolls of 14.  Save v. Dragon breath (13).

22:34, Today: Vaxfar rolled 6 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 4.  Bastard sword v. Raider to hit.


Sarah
Player, 795 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 16:00
  • msg #57

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Sarah!" Dame Daflin shouted above the melee.  "Free the one on the balcony and he'll help us!  I'll cover you!"


Sarah decides she has no ready means of getting to the webbed devil, which is not only on the balcony but on the opposite side of the room.  But she realizes the free devil flying above the melee is causing lots of problems, given that he is not in melee range.

She swings her crossbow over and takes aim . . . and her shot is true; the bolt buries itself in the creature's abdomen.



10:59, Today: Sarah rolled 21,6 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 18,6.  Crossbow on devil (13 to hit).
DM Pawn
GM, 1260 posts
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 20:13
  • msg #58

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth and Rogar trade blows with the Blackspawn Raiders but are unable to land clean blows against their foes. Eventually, the Raiders grow weary of the match and vomit a jet of burning acid on the mercenaries, causing both to howl in pain as their flesh is singed by the caustic spray. Rogar stumbles and almost falls the ground before Laurenbeth offers a steadying arm. "Somebody help Rogar!" she calls out over her shoulder while supporting the large man's frame.

The Raider engaged with Vaxfar presses the attack, hoping its previous acid attack would have distracted the elf enough to score a telling blow, but Vaxfar wards off any such attack.

Meanwhile, the blue abishai is struck with a thrown axe and then a bolt. It curses out and jabs its trident at the Dwarf.

Meanwhile, Shmee attempts to get another shot off on the flying devil, but is distracted by the strange melee occuring next to him in the hallway. He reprimands the dog, "Murph! Come here!" Then to Elam, "What the hell is wrong with you?!"

Grub also calls out to the dog while picking himself up from the ground. Murph obeys and lets go of Elam's leg. "Dammit! You're starting to piss me off!!!" he shouts at the wizard. For the first time, Elam sees a flash of anger in Grub's demeanor. Grub retrieves his crossbow from the ground while shooting a death glare at the wizard...

[Private to Elam: "Help Me! Your false allies would see harm come to me! I need your help" the abishai flying above the foyer calls to you...]

[Private to Eoni Daflin: "Why have you not freed me?!" the webbed abishai telepathically implores...]

OOC:
Elam is charmed by the blue abishai flying above the melee.
Eoni is charmed by the blue abishai webbed in the NE balcony.

Dergan is poisoned and dead... :(
Lauren took 8 acid damage. Rogar took 6 acid damage.

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 7/27 (Flying above melee, Invisible), 19/19 (NE Balcony, webbed for 3 rounds)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 12/20 (Laurenbeth), 9/20 (Rogar), 20/20 (Vaxfar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31 (SW corner: Ovo), 0/30 (SE corner: Laurenbeth/Rogar/Sarah/Vaxfar)

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Invisible
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  19/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5  12/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4   1/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd):
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:43, Thu 17 Sept 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1052 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 00:34
  • msg #59

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'm trying!" Dame Daflin shouted up at their webbed ally on the balcony.  It's not like she could climb up there like Sarah does.  At least the three new ones weren't attacking it.  She was split between Dergen and Rogar, but the mercenary was still in the thick of it while the other was, very still.

Hustling up to tap Rogar with her staff, she chanted, "Avandra lend this man your Grace, renew his spirits, ease his aches."

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Rogar.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 104 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 00:58
  • msg #60

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo threw his dagger with all the strength he had! The thing had been hit a number of times and just wouldn't go down! "Thar ye are! Take that in ye won't be last'n much longer devil spawn!"

Ovo then heard Laurenbeth's shout and began to run that way! "Rogar drop back! I be come'n!"

The dwarf raced to face the back demons and perhaps save another companion, stopping only to scoop up Dergan's sword. He was out of missle weapons so he hoped Sarah or Shmee could finish the blue one!


19:41, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d4+2 with rolls of 4.  Dagger Damage.

19:40, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 17 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 15.  Thrown Dagger.

 I do not know why the Die Roller rolled twice. I just took the first one.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:02, Thu 17 Sept 2020.
Sarah
Player, 796 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 13:46
  • msg #61

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah tries to finish off the hovering devil.  But in her haste, she misloaded the bolt.  The crossbow twangs as she fires, but the bolt's improper positioning causes it to spin up and behind her.


08:44, Today: Sarah rolled 4,3 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 1,3.  Crossbow on devil (13 to hit).
Elam
player, 55 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 14:31
  • msg #62

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam was about to blast the traitors in front of him when he heard the desperate cry for help from his blue winged ally. In perfect unison, both versions of the warlock turned to evaluate the flying beast's situation. Clearly the creature had taken many blows from those he thought were his allies.

Elam was not well versed in using magic to protect others, and he was very confused about who was on his side and who wasn't, but an idea crossed the mage's mind. "This fighting needs to stop! You are going to kill our ally!" The two images of the warlock murmured some words of arcana and pointed a finger at the injured flying beast. The beast suddenly vanished from sight.  "You cannot kill what you cannot hit. Now please focus on the spawn that are actually trying to kill us!"


Elam casts Invisibility 10' Radius centered on the injured flying devil.
DM Pawn
GM, 1261 posts
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 14:42
  • msg #63

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The blue abishai and Ovo vanish from sight...
Vaxfar
Player, 96 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #64

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar reeling from the acid damage takes a swig of a healing potion and prepares to defend himself.

21:17, Today: Vaxfar rolled 14 using 2d6+2 with rolls of 6,6.  Potion of super healing .
DM Pawn
GM, 1263 posts
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 04:48
  • msg #65

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth trades blows with a Blackspawn Raider but finds herself overwhelmed by her foe's superior strength and swordplay. The veteran mercenary takes another punishing blow, this one enough to send her reeling backward.

Next to her, Rogar does his best to fight off his opponent and even finds a moment to say a word of thanks to Eoni, "Much obliged," he says in a deep baritone.

With Elam no longer harrassing him, Grub picks up his crossbow and takes aim at the blue abishai, but moments before he gets the devil sighted, both the devil and Ovo disappear. Suspecting Elam's handiwork, the man curses and momentarily lowers his crossbow to take aim on Elam. Seeing this, Shmee shakes his head and calls out, "Don't kill him! He's not in control of his mind!" Shmee jerks his head toward the foyer and advances forward to assist Laurenbeth and Rogar. After clearing the doorway, he fires an arrow at a Raider, but the arrow bounces off the creature's steel breastplate. Grub follows suit and likewise misses his target.

Meanwhile, Vaxfar evades his opponent while drinking down a healing potion.

[Private to Vaxfar: However, Vaxfar hears a silver-tongued voice in his head. The voice says a single word that sounds very convincing, "Surrender..."

OOC: Saving Throw vs Spells please. A failed save means Vaxfar must comply with the voice's request.]

The webbed devil continues to try to pull itself out of the mess.

OOC:
Elam is charmed by the blue abishai who was flying about the melee, but is now invisible.
Eoni is charmed by the blue abishai webbed in the NE balcony.

Dergan is poisoned and dead... :(
Laurenbeth took 7 damage.
Vaxfar must make a Save vs Spells

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 5/27 (Flying above melee, Invisible, Regenerating), 19/19 (NE Balcony, webbed for 2 rounds)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 12/20 (Laurenbeth), 9/20 (Rogar), 20/20 (Vaxfar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31, 0/30

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Invisible
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  33/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lauren    5   5/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20
Rogar     4   5/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd):
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:22, Sun 20 Sept 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 105 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 23:49
  • msg #66

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo raced across the room and with his borrowed longsword, strikes a blow against Rogar's opponent! He shouted to Laurenbeth and Rogar both! "Ye both need ta get back afore we lose ye!"


18:41, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 4 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 2.  Damage With Longsword. VS Blackspawn Raider (Rogar)

18:40, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 18 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 16.  Attack Longsword. VS Blackspawn Raider (Rogar)
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1053 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 00:08
  • msg #67

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Unsure what the shouting about Elam was about, Dame Daflin did what she could to hold the front line.

"Avandra lend this woman your Grace, renew her spirits, ease her aches," she chanted and tapped Laurenbeth with her staff.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Laurenbeth.
Vaxfar
Player, 97 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 04:03
  • msg #68

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

“You cannot affect me stupid creature!”  Vaxfar yells to the Abishi.

22:41, Today: Vaxfar rolled 6 using 1d20 with rolls of 6.  Save v. Spell.


He then casts a spell to protect his group.  [Private to GM: Cast protection from evil 10’ radius. I’ll try to position myself so as many party members are within 10’ of me]. “Stay within 10 feet of me and these evil creatures cannot hit you with their weapons!”
Sarah
Player, 797 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 16:37
  • msg #69

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Deprived of her target, Sarah proceeds to that which she deems the next greater threat: the raiders.  She picks out the one that looks the most injured, and lets loose a shot from her crossbow.


11:36, Today: Sarah rolled 20,2 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 17,2.  Crossbow on raider (12 to hit).
Elam
player, 56 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 17:34
  • msg #70

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam was pleased that his spell was at least preventing further harm to his winged friend. Though the loyalty of these mercenaries was certainly questionable, the mage was certain that the dwarf and the heroes of Brindol must still be allies. This made the scaled humanoids the biggest threat at the moment.

Elam, and his duplicate, again recite some words of magic. They raised their right arms in unison, with a finger pointed at the raider that Ovo had just appeared next to. A single bolt of arcane energy shot out toward the beast. They swept their arms in a slow arc toward the beast that was attacking Laurenbeth and two more bolts Flew toward the raider, slamming into its scaly skin.

"The next ones could be at you if you don't regain your senses!" he snapped at Grub and Shmee. "Now send these things back to whatever hell they spawned from."



Elam casts Magic Missle (3 missiles)
   vs Ovo's raider - 2 HP damage
   vs Laurenbeth's attacker - 13 HP damage

13:18, Today: Elam rolled 2,6,7 using 1d6+1,1d6+1,1d6+1 with rolls of 1,5,6.  Magic Missile.
DM Pawn
GM, 1264 posts
Thu 24 Sep 2020
at 00:20
  • msg #71

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The adventurers rally against the Blackspawn Raiders as the sound of battle rage within in the foyer. Blades clash and missiles both magic and mundane streak through the chamber while the blue abishai continues to work itself free of the sticky webs. The other blue abishai remains invisible.

Eoni heals Laurenbeth with her magic staff, to which the outspoken mercenary leader grunts her approval while landing a solid blow against her foe.

Ovo and Elam take down a Blackspawn Raider apiece, leaving just the one engaged with Vaxfar. Despite Vaxfar, magic protection, his foe lands a blow.

OOC: Several PCs are now under the Protection from Evil, 10 ft radius spell, as noted in the table below.

Elam is charmed by the blue abishai who was flying about the melee, but is now invisible.
Eoni is charmed by the blue abishai webbed in the NE balcony.

Dergan is poisoned and dead... :(
Vaxfar is hit for 6 damage

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 6/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 19/19 (NE Balcony, webbed for 1 round)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (Laurenbeth), 0/20 (Ovo), 20/20 (Vaxfar/Rogar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31, 0/30

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4   5/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1055 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 24 Sep 2020
at 00:49
  • msg #72

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the tide turning on the front line, Dame Daflin moved quickly to the fallen fighter to see what she could do.  She bent down and touched him with the staff and repeated her chant once more.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 2 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Dergen.
Sarah
Player, 800 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 24 Sep 2020
at 13:10
  • msg #73

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah sees only one immediate threat.  So she shoots it.

The bolt buries itself deep in the raider's pectoral muscle.  Pleased, Sarah reloads.


08:08, Today: Sarah rolled 22,6 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 19,6.  Crossbow on raider (12 to hit).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 106 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Thu 24 Sep 2020
at 15:06
  • msg #74

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo turned to the next raider, the one that had attacked the elf, and struck a blow with his borrowed longsword.



10:04, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 3.  Damage With Longsword.

10:03, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 21 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 19.  Attack With Longsword.
Vaxfar
Player, 98 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 03:41
  • msg #75

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Irritated with the mischief the cobalt devils have been causing with their attempts to charm the party, Vaxfar directs his magic missiles at the devil in the web and does some serious damage.  “Die you evil creature!”

22:38, Today: Vaxfar rolled 15 using 3d6+3 with rolls of 2,6,4.  Magic missile at cobalt devil in web.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1056 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 13:53
  • msg #76

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

'Stop!" dame Daflin shouted at Vaxfar.  "Not that one!  He's on our side!"
Elam
player, 60 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #77

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the tide of the battle swinging favorably, Elam turned back to the henchmen. "Prove your loyalty and finish that one." He pointed at the sole remaining raider. The mage then called out to his invisible friend who had been silent since turning him invisible. "Are you OK, friend?"
DM Pawn
GM, 1266 posts
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 12:12
  • msg #78

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Several party members gang up against the sole remaining Raider, a tough foe who shows no sign of giving up while being on the losing end of several hits. Outnumbered, it lashes out, but fails to score a telling blow.

Eoni's Staff of Healing has no effect on Dergan. Out of the corner of her vision she then sees Vaxfar release a volley of magic missiles that fly forth and strike her entangled ally. The blue abishai convulses and screams in agony as the missiles strike. Moments later, Shmee sends an arrow that strikes the abishai in the throat, silencing the creature.

Meanwhile, the foyer quickly fills with thick, boiling green and red smoke. The smoke issues forth from a yawning portal that appears in the center of the foyer. The entrance chamber and entire hallway becomes obscured with thick smoke, effectively limiting visibility to 20 feet.

Then, the party hears the sound of heavy footfalls coming from somewhere beyond the west doorway.

Somewhere above, in the rafters, the party hears evil snickering...


[Private to Elam: The voice in your head: "You should not use your magic against our kind or the Raiders. They fight for OUR cause.

But, I am merciful, and you may yet fall in my good graces if you prove your loyalty to me...earn the POWER you so rightfully deserve!"]

OOC: Several PCs are now under the Protection from Evil, 10 ft radius spell, as noted in the table below.

Elam is charmed by the blue abishai who was flying about the melee, but is now invisible and hiding somewhere in the smoke.

Eoni just witnessed Vaxfar and Shmee kill her good friend, the blue abishai.

Dergan is poisoned and dead. Adjusted HP to zero, accordingly.

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 8/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (Laurenbeth), 0/20 (Ovo), 9/20 (Vaxfar/Rogar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31, 0/30

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2   0/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4   5/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:43, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1058 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 13:03
  • msg #79

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Frustrated that Vaxfar and Shmee were unable to see past the exterior visage of their webbed ally and her inability to save him, Dame Daflin turned her attention back to Dergen.  There would be a very pointed discussion on who was in charge after this battle.

Turning her attention back to Dergen, the Sister of Avandra was now close enough to see the big fighter was not that badly injured.  Though, still, seemingly, very dead.

She took a moment to examine him by the light of her tiara.  Was the man actually just paralyzed?  By the sound of the footfalls, she'd better hurry with her examination.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 107 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 14:35
  • msg #80

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo lands a telling overhand blow with his borrowed longsword. The dwarf's strike nearly takes the Raider's head.

"Here! Take this!" Ovo said between pants as he hands Rogar his healing potion.



09:27, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 23 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 20.  Attack Longsword.
Crit, so Longsword does Max damage- 11 points on Vaxfar/ Rogar's Raider.
Gives Rogar his healing potion.
Sarah
Player, 801 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 13:03
  • msg #81

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With no foes in sight, amidst the smoke and chaos, Sarah tries to hide in a spot furthest from the direction of the footfalls.
Elam
player, 61 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 18:29
  • msg #82

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As the smoke began to fill the chamber, Elam pulled his hood around his face in spite of his already covered mouth and nose. He wasn't sure it was need or if it would even help, but it might buy him enough time to figure out this mess of friends fighting one another. The mage's mind raced for answers, but the sound of something approaching from the West made his decision for him.

"Enough of this! Nobody is coming or going until we sort out who is on who's side and deal with the traitors!" he shouted. He quickly made his way toward the Western door, using the heavy footfalls to guide him through the growing smoke. When he was able to make out the door, he cast a spell and a faint blue aura outlined the door briefly then faded as he concluded the casting. "Now, someone stop this smoke before it kills us all!"


Cast Wizard Lock on western door.
Vaxfar
Player, 99 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 01:32
  • msg #83

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar stands his ground and turns to the direction of the footfall, drawing his wand.
DM Pawn
GM, 1269 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 22:00
  • msg #84

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo strikes down the last of the Blackspawn Raiders while the rest of the party braces themselves for what might be another wave of opponents about to burst through the west door. Rogar thanks Ovo for the option and quickly drinks it. Elam does what he can to prevent this from coming to fruition and magically wards the door while the party has an opportunity to reassess their present situation.

The foyer is filled with thick, boiling green and red smoke reducing visibility to 20 feet or less. The blue abishai that had been flying around in the rafters has not been seen for some time, though several party members heard it snickering just before the smoke appeared.

The three Blackspawn Raiders came through the east door. That door remains flung open. Heavy footfalls are heard beyond the west door, which is presently wizard locked. The double doors to the north are closed.

Loud banging is then heard on the other side of the west door....

OOC: Several PCs are now under the Protection from Evil, 10 ft radius spell, as noted in the table below.

Elam is charmed by the blue abishai.

Eoni just witnessed Vaxfar and Shmee kill her good friend, the blue abishai.

Dergan is poisoned and dead. Adjusted HP to zero, accordingly.

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 8/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)

Blackspawn Raiders (east side of foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (Laurenbeth), 0/20 (Ovo), 0/20 (Vaxfar/Rogar)

Zombie Wyverns
AC: 5
HP: 0/31, 0/30

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2   0/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  13/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 13:44, Thu 18 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1059 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 02:09
  • msg #85

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin determined that Dergen was indeed dead, but he didn't seem to be that badly wounded.  She checked again for what had killed him.  It didn't make any more sense than the others killing their new ally.

If either of those two survived this battle, she'd make sure they knew who was in charge.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 108 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 04:12
  • msg #86

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo quickly gathered his thrown hand axe and silver gagger. As he did so, the dwarf called out to Eoni!

"Dame Daflin! Does Dergin yet breathe? Rogar n' lLaurenbeth require ah wee bit o' heal'n afore we face the next wave. Yet, the yon door should hold awhile yet. Do all ye may fer Dergan. He be ah good man."
DM Pawn
GM, 1270 posts
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 16:47
  • msg #87

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni assesses Dergan to have been killed by a lethal dose of poison, likely the work of the zombie wyvern.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1061 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 7 Oct 2020
at 01:02
  • msg #88

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Poison, Avandra could fix that if it wasn't too late.

Taking a deep breath and closing her eyes, she intoned, "Blood and bile with evil taint, leave this man without complaint.  Avandra see his heart is true, bless his soul and life anew."
Sarah
Player, 802 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 00:43
  • msg #89

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

PM

[Private to DM Pawn: Last round, I tried to hide.  Did I?]
Elam
player, 64 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 16:30
  • msg #90

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Confident that his magic would hold the door, at least for now, Elam slowly made his way through the smoke. It was the voice of his dwarven friend and the sound of Dame Daflin's prayer that guided him toward the party. When he finally saw the outlines of the group, he grimaced in frustration seeing most of them were still just standing there. "Idiots! Don't just stand there while this smoke fills the room," he snapped. "It could kill us all, or worse, put us to sleep so these demons can torture us. Now help me find its source so we can stop it." The mage then begins moving toward the center of the room where he believe the smoke originated from.
DM Pawn
GM, 1274 posts
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 15:21
  • msg #91

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni casts a powerful spell and neutralizes the poison within Dergan, saving the fighter from what would have otherwise been certain death!

Dergan regains consciousness, weakened, but alive.
Dergan
player, 59 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 00:52
  • msg #92

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Hey Deeg, whatcha doing??".

First, it had been fire, rushing fire through the blood, for moment, almost pleasant like when you take a draught of fine liquor, but this fire, this fire burned deep, and rushed into the chest, into the heart!

"Deeg, you are getting your face all muddy...eheh, hehe, heh".

Then the ground slammed hard into the face, like some great stone golem punching you so hard it tried to knock your brains in.  Worse than that, the fire turned to ice.  Cold, deepening forever cold.  Turning your limbs to ice, to stone.

"Deeg, let's go.  The river is warm and the sun is coming up, its the perfect time for a swim?"

Face to the earth, there are distance fading sounds of a fight.  But there is also the moist warmth of a spring sun rising in the woods, a familiar scent of plants, and morning calls of birds.  Where am I, this, seems familiar.

"Yeah, yeah, Roanie, I uh, just want to hear how this ends...."

"What ends?? dang Deeg you get stranger and stranger, come on, I've been waiting for you for a long time".

"Yeah, okay, Roanie, I thought you drown in the river, when we were just kids....odd thought,  huh?"

Dergan opens his eyes, and gags, coughs and is sick to his clenching stomach.  He still feels weak, and cold, and isn't even sure where he is, but he takes in a deep breathe of air, and life rushes back into his body.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1063 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 01:21
  • msg #93

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Dergen, get up," Dame Daflin coaxed, pulling on his arm.  "We're still in trouble here.

"Sarah, see if you can get up to that balcony with the webbed one to see if he's still alive and if he was trying to show us a way through.

"Ovo, back up Elam.  Vaxfar, check one of the side doors to see if it's a way out of here.

"Rogar, Laurenbeth, Shmee, Grub, how are you doing?"
Sarah
Player, 804 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 01:27
  • msg #94

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah seems to "unmelt" from somewhere, and climbs up to the balcony.

(If she was at all hesitant, she overcame it before coming out of hiding.)

Once there, she will see what can be seen.
Vaxfar
Player, 100 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 03:16
  • msg #95

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Sarah (msg # 94):

Vaxfar searches as suggested to see if there are any side doors.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 11 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 26/26
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 13:21
  • msg #96

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The sharp-tongued mercenary calls back to Eoni, "Little roughed up, but still breathing...what's the plan?"

She kicks the slain foes at her feet just to ensure they are truly dead, and comments "Better then them."
DM Pawn
GM, 1275 posts
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 13:33
  • msg #97

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah climbs up into the balcony and save for draconic imagery painted onto the walls, finds nothing of interest. In any event, the balcony does offer a commanding view of the foyer. In the other foyer, Sarah would have found sticky webs and a slain blue abishai.

The foyer contains four doors:

Double iron doors on the foyer's south wall, which the party used to gain entrance to the Fane of Tiamat (presently open).

The wizard locked iron door on the foyer's west wall (presently wizard locked, courtesy of Elam). It sounds like something on the other side is trying to break the door down, at least for the moment.

Double iron doors on the foyer's north wall, between the two balconies (presently closed).

An iron door on the foyer's east wall, which the three Blackspawn Raiders entered the foyer through. This door is still open and leads to a 40-foot long corridor, with a doorway on its south wall, another corridor at its halfway point leading north, and at its distant end, an T-intersection with passages leading north and south. It is relatively quiet down this corridor.

The room is still filled with red and green smoke, making visibility quite poor.

OOC: Several PCs are now under the Protection from Evil, 10 ft radius spell, as noted in the table below.

Elam is charmed by the blue abishai, which has gone missing.

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 10/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  13/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

OOC: PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:48, Thu 15 Oct 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 110 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 15:06
  • msg #98

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo reached Dergan's side and presented the fighter his sword "Here ye be, lad! Ah gud sword aye, but I'd rather ye be the one wielding it. Now get herself up, lad n's follow me if ye will!"

The dwarf nodded to Eoni "Aye Dame Daflin! We need ta get oot o' this room n' be quick do'n it. I suggest the east door wince came the black demon spawn. Once oot o' here ye kin heal those that need it."

Ovo then slowly found the mage "Ye did ah fine job, friend Elam. Let us be oot o' here afore the smoke takes all."
Sarah
Player, 805 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 00:37
  • msg #99

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Finding nothing on the balcony, and believing Ovo's suggestion is sound, Sarah clambers down and checks the east door -- primarily to hear if anything sounds like it's on the other side.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1065 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #100

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Has anyone found a way out!" Dame Daflin shouted as she tried to help pull Dergen to his feet.
Dergan
player, 60 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 13:49
  • msg #101

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan stares at the sword for a moment but then takes it and follows after Ovo.
Sarah
Player, 806 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 16:56
  • msg #102

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sssssssst," Sarah hisses.  Once she gets someone's -- anyone's -- attention, she motions with her arm to follow and she takes a few steps down the east corridor.
Elam
player, 66 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 19:50
  • msg #103

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As Elam searched through the smoke for its source, he had several brief coughing fits. Unfortunately, finding the source of the smoke was as futile as getting those idiot mercenaries to stop attacking their own allies. When Ovo finally reached his side, Elam relaxed slightly and simply nodded at the dwarf's compliment.

"I haven't heard from our blue-winged friend since the smoke started. The door to the east is open, perhaps he went that directi..." Elam suddenly began coughing uncontrollably, but whether it was from the smoke or from the casting of magic, one could not be certain. After a few moments, the coughing subsided he wiped his hand on his robes and and grasped Ovo's shoulder with the other. "Can you lead the way? I expended far more magic than I should have, but I did what I had to do."
Vaxfar
Player, 101 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 21:36
  • msg #104

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar didn't find anything other than what was reported.  "We should follow Sarah down the east corridor and go out the way the raiders came in."  He moves to follow Sarah.
DM Pawn
GM, 1279 posts
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 22:44
  • msg #105

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah leads the way through the east door, with the rest of the party exiting the smoke-filled foyer shortly thereafter.

Sarah passes the first closed door along the corridor's south wall. Persumably, she stops briefly and listens at the door and hears no sign of activity on the other end. The doorknob is outfitted with a locking mechanism.

The adjoining corridor continues beyond the first intersection, terminating in a cluster of four closed iron doors, these etched with the now familiar draconic motifs seen on previous doors. No sound emanates through any of these four doors. All four door knobs are outfitted with locking mechanisms.

Returning to the first intersection, the corridor continues northward with doors on its west and east walls. This entire corridor is filled with pleasant smells of roasting meat and fresh bread, strongest near the west door. At the corridor's far north end, the corridor turns to the west and terminates in another iron door, closed, and with the same locking mechanism as seen on all previous doors.

Drawing deeper within the Fane of Tiamant, the party now has several doors before them. From the eastern corridor, the party no longer hears banging on the other side of the wizard locked west door in the foyer.

OOC: Assume the party spends 3 rounds discovering all of the above. Door leading into east corridor open or closed?


Map update coming shortly...

Several PCs are now under the Protection from Evil, 10 ft radius spell, as noted in the table below.

Elam is charmed by the blue abishai, which has gone missing.

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 16/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Everyone except Sarah (out of range) has been Blessed by Avandra for the next hour for +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  13/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]



[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
Sarah
Player, 807 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 04:55
  • msg #106

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I think we should close that door we came through," Sarah says.  She continues, looking to Eoni for direction: "And which door do you want me to try to unlock?  I'd favor the first one."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 111 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 12:53
  • msg #107

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo, knowing that Laurenbeth and Rogar took the brunt of the battle with the black devils and Dergan nearly died, bid them take up the rear and close the door as Dame Sarah had asked.

"Ye bunch take heal'n the best ye may n' if Dame Daflin may grant ye. Laird Voxfar n' me will take the vanguard fer now. Elam ye n' the rest stay in the middle. Nay tell'n wot will come oot o' these doors." the dwarf said as he moved to stand by Sarah.

"Dame Sarah? I agree wi' ye. We should check the doors as we go ta nay leave trouble behind us if we may." Ovo said with a nod.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:48, Fri 16 Oct 2020.
Dergan
player, 61 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 14:35
  • msg #108

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Despite his recent brush with death, and a somewhat sick feeling in his stomach, Dergan is rapidly coming back to himself.  His instincts kicking in.  As the party moves to leave, he stops and searches the dead before following after.
Sarah
Player, 808 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 00:25
  • msg #109

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

When Dergen rejoins the group she gestures at him to close the door.  she then attends to the task of unlocking the first door.
DM Pawn
GM, 1280 posts
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 00:31
  • msg #110

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah has no difficulty opening the first door along the corridor--it is unlocked and opens easily on well-oiled hinges. Beyond the door, the party finds a small storage room containing many barrels, crates, and shelves heaped with all manner of what appears to be mundane equipment and supplies.

Sarah does not see any obvious exits within the storage room, save for the door she just opened.

OOC: The storage room is 15x15, with wooden shelves lining the west, south, and east walls.
Sarah
Player, 809 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 01:03
  • msg #111

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Once the results of the first door have been revealed to all, Sarah continues east to the T-junction, and tries the southwestern door.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1067 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #112

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"They know we're here now," Dame Daflin reminded them.  "Let's just keep moving further in to catch them by surprise before they catch us.  We aren't here to kill everything, just Azarr Kul.

"Unless you have a lead," she said to Sarah, "I think we should see if we can double back around behind that double door.  Maybe that side passage we passed after getting out of the smoke will get us there."

She was wearing her lit tiara openly to provide light for everyone.  Now seeing how bad Rogar and Laurenbeth were, she handed each of them a healing potion.

"Drink these," she advised.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 7,3 using d6+1,d6+1 with rolls of 6,2.  Healing potion for Rogar and Laurenbeth.
Sarah
Player, 810 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 12:49
  • msg #113

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Upon receiving new instructions, Sarah stops her efforts in the Southwestern corner and heads back and north, stopping to address the first door on the west.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 112 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 13:37
  • msg #114

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo nodded grimly. Though he saw the logic of Eoni's command, he didn't exactly agree with it. However, he would obey it, not wishing to cause doubt in the mercenaries. So the dwarf followed over his shoulder as he followed Sarah to keep her safe as best he could.

"Nay ferget Dergan M'Lady! He was close ta death. I'll watch Dame Sarah's back. The rest o' ye follow quickly... we move while we may!"
DM Pawn
GM, 1281 posts
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 17:33
  • msg #115

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar and Laurenbeth readily consume the proffered healing potion and thank Eoni for her assistance.

Sarah departs the storage room, heads east, and turns north at the first intersection.

The smell of roasted meat and baked bread is quite strong in the adjoining north-south corridor and grows more pleasant with each step. As Sarah reaches the first door to the left (west), she hears footfalls approaching from somewhere to the north, presumably around the corner to the west, as she does not see anyone coming down the hall toward her...

OOC:

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 20/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
<b>Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  13/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]



[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
Sarah
Player, 811 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 17:52
  • msg #116

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah abandons her plan and speeds (as silently as possible) back to the party.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1068 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 20 Oct 2020
at 01:45
  • msg #117

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'm keeping an eye on everyone," Dame Daflin assured the dwarf as she moved in a more leisurely fashion after their scout.  "He's still better off than some and I've already used the staff on him."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 113 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Tue 20 Oct 2020
at 14:48
  • msg #118

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo winked at Sarah as she went by. "Best ready yer crossbow Dame Sarah."

The dwarf then nodded to Dame Eoni. "Very well, M'lady. Dergan! Stand behind me n' ready yer bow, so ye kin shoot it o'er me head. Ye best stay back fer a while... till ye recover ah bit more."

Ovo then stows his shield and readies his own heavy crossbow for whatever threat may be on Sarah's tail...
Dergan
player, 62 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Tue 20 Oct 2020
at 23:38
  • msg #119

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan pulls out his bow and notches an arrow, "I am ready enough for a fight my friend, if you pull your axe, my sword will be beside you".
Elam
player, 67 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Wed 21 Oct 2020
at 18:11
  • msg #120

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam stayed in the middle of the group. He added his thoughts on their current situation. "We know nothing about the size or layout of this fortress. Nor do we have any notion of where to find this Wyrmlord. One door is as blind a guess as the next. If we keep pressing ahead randomly, we will be in here until we have 'killed everything' as Dame Eoni put it."

The warlock paused to let the other consider his words, then added an idea. "What we do know, is the following. They are clearly alerted of our presence. They are intimately familiar with the fortress layout. They could easily lead us to a trap or flank us from multiple directions. I have two suggestions. We could find a defensible room to setup and prepare for the oncoming assault. Or we could do the unexpected..." He paused dramatically, then finished. "We could head to the West through the door that I locked. The pounding subsided before we exited the foyer. If they are indeed circling around, and we go West, we could be the ones doing the pursuing instead of being hunted."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:11, Wed 21 Oct 2020.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 12 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 26/26
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 00:43
  • msg #121

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth listens to the wizard and nods her head in agreement to his points. When Elam has concluded she puts in, "Well whatever it is, we better make up our minds and quick. I hear them approaching now..."

Sure enough, now the entire party is alerted to the sound of rushed footfalls somewhere beyond sight, from the north.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1069 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 02:10
  • msg #122

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"All right," Dame Daflin concluded quietly with a nod to the wizard, "back through the smoke then to the other door.  We need to keep them guessing."

She waved everyone back in that direction before the footfalls became faces.
DM Pawn
GM, 1283 posts
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #123

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The party doubles back, re-enters the foyer, and finds the room completely devoid of smoke--not even a trace of smoke anywhere to be found in the room, just dead Raiders and Zombie Wyverns.

The wizard locked door remains locked. There large double doors on the foyer's north wall are still closed and the south hallway leading out of the Fane is still clear.

OOC: I can't remember if I described earlier when Dergan stopped to search the bodies before fleeing the foyer, but the Blackspawn Raiders did not have any treasure to speak of but did each carry a falchion.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 114 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 02:28
  • msg #124

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo harumphed! The dwarf did not like all this running. It made no sense to him. All they would do is meet another band and have to fight them both at once. Yet, Dame Daflin ordered it so he'd follow.

"Yer heard the lady! We turn n' go back the way we came. Be quick! Or we'll be fight'n n' nay run'n jus the same." Ovo said. "Awright, Dergan! we bring up the rear looks like. Keep yer bow handy, lad. We may need it yet."

The dwarf waited, hoping that Laueenbeth and Rogar would take the led. Mayhaps with Sarah scouting ahead...

Ovo placed one of Falchions in his belt. Looking at the bodies lying before him. "Dergan! Help me drag these bodies to lie against the door to slow our pursers. Dame Sarah, kin ye spy the way? Elam? Kin ye break the spell to let us pass n' kin ye place it once again once we're through?"
This message was last edited by the player at 03:06, Thu 22 Oct 2020.
Elam
player, 69 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 15:15
  • msg #125

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"No need to remove the spell. It will open easily for me and the magic will remain in tact." The mage reached down to open the door.
Sarah
Player, 812 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 17:02
  • msg #126

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Once Elam opens the door, Sarah "cautiously darts" through to scout.
DM Pawn
GM, 1284 posts
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 17:15
  • msg #127

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam opens the wizard locked door without difficulty. Beyond a short, 15-foot corridor extends into a much larger chamber directly to the west, where a few crude bunks are seen even from the foyer's now opened doorway. A closed iron door occupies the short corridor's south wall.

Meanwhile, Ovo begins dragging a Blackspawn Raider body to place in front of a door and calls out to others for assistance. Rogar quietly lends a hand to this effort.

Presumably, somebody goes forward, past the closed iron door, to look into the large chamber...

This large chamber, what looks like a barracks room, has vaulted ceilings that arch up to a height of 25-feet. Well over two dozen crude bunks line the walls of the chamber, while several long tables surrounded by wooden tables fill the central sections. The tables are filthy with partially eaten haunches of meat, goblets of mead, bones, and other less identifiable fare. A large footlocker sits under the central table.

The putrefying body of a 50-foot long bronze-scaled dragon hangs from numerous iron chains affixed to the ceiling. The dragon's body has been opened from the base of its neck to the base of its tail, and its rancid organs and worse hang from within. The cloying reek of its body fills the large chamber.

In addition to the open door leading into the large chamber, the party sees two additional exits: an iron door in the chamber's north wall and another iron door in a northeast alcove. The north door is closed and the northeast door is partially opened.

OOC: Which door(s) in the foyer does Ovo intend to block and are blocking the doors with the Blackspawn Raiders, Wyvern Zombies, both?

Please let me know exactly what you intend to do, because time is important and I need to have an idea how long you are taking to accomplish tasks.

Map update coming
Sarah
Player, 813 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 17:32
  • msg #128

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah throws her arm up over her head and face.  The stench is shocking; the sight is as well.

She retreats far enough to get the attention of someone -- anyone! -- in the Grand Foyer and summons them with a wave of her other arm.  But she does not wait; instead, she braves the sight and smell to return and check the partially-ajar door in the northeast.

OOC:  How big are the beds?  Human-sized?  Raider-Sized?  Pixie-sized? (I'm hoping for pixie . . . )
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1070 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 02:25
  • msg #129

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin follows Sarah's gesture into the room and immediately recoils from both the stench and the sight.  Did this dragon refuse to join them?

"Assuming," she started and had to cover her mouth with her sleeve.  "Assuming anyone here are trying to catch us, they would head back in that direction." She pointed back toward the room they'd just left.

"Let's try that one," she said, pointing and striding towards the northernmost door.
Sarah
Player, 814 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 02:42
  • msg #130

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Let's try that one," she said, pointing and striding towards the northernmost door.


"The other door is partially open; should check it before opening other doors," Sarah says as she continues to check that door.
Vaxfar
Player, 103 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 04:28
  • msg #131

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

“You check the door that is closed to see if it is ok. I’ll carefully see what’s behind the partially open door”  vaxfar says with sword in hand as he strides to the open door.
DM Pawn
GM, 1286 posts
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 17:03
  • msg #132

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Inside the barracks, Sarah, Eoni, and Vaxfar spend a few moments discussing where to go next, with some disagreement between the three. Also inside the barracks, Laurenbeth stands a few paces behind the trio while visually assessing the barracks for any readily accessible and highly portable valuables. Concurrently, Elam  waits in the short corridor between the foyer and barracks, while Ovo, Dergan, and Rogar finish heaping the Blackspawn Raider bodies against the foyer's east door.

Just as Ovo, Dergan, and Rogar place the third body against the door, the double doors along the foyer's north wall are pulled open!

Inside a wide corridor on the other side of the now-opened doorway, Ovo, Dergan, Rogar, and Elam (from the west foyer doorway) see three Blackspawn Raiders. One of the Blackspawn Raiders thrusts his falchion in the trio's direction and grunts something unintelligible.

Meanwhile, everyone still within or adjacent to the foyer hears sadistic laughing from somewhere up in the foyer's rafters...

[Private to Elam: The familiar, friendly voice comes to you again: "Close the door, don't let your false allies escape...hurry!"]

OOC: Only Ovo, Dergan, Rogar, and Elam see/are aware of the the Blackspawn Raiders who just appeared in the foyer's north double door.

Assume Eoni, Vaxfar, and Sarah are in the barracks about 20 feet from either the north or northeast (partially opened) doors.

Laurenbeth, Shmee, Grub, and Murph are 10 feet behind them.

Blackspawn Raiders, 3
AC: 5
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 23/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  38/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  13/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:04, Fri 23 Oct 2020.
Dergan
player, 63 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 23:46
  • msg #133

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As plans changed, Dergan stows his bow and begins helping pull bodies over to the door with the others.  When the raiders come in from the north, he grabs his sword and charges.

ooc: may we engage this round?
Sarah
Player, 815 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 24 Oct 2020
at 00:33
  • msg #134

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grumbling at the inefficient, start-and-stop approach being utilized in the barracks -- a feeling augmented by the horrid smell -- Sarah would have ultimately been headed for the northern door.  Thus, she is no position to do much about the events in the grand foyer.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1071 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 24 Oct 2020
at 02:21
  • msg #135

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Reaching the northernmost barracks door, Dame Daflin is surprised to find everyone scattered about the room.  "We need to keep moving so they can't pin us down with their numbers," she whispered at those within earshot.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 116 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Sat 24 Oct 2020
at 18:29
  • msg #136

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo readied his shield, drew the borrowed falchion, and moved to attack Raider 1. "Rogar! Take me heavy crossbow n' guard the mage!"



13:18, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 7 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 5.  Damage With Falchion.

13:17, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 17 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 15.  Attack with Falchion.
Elam
player, 70 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 25 Oct 2020
at 17:35
  • msg #137

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I am glad that you survived!" Elam called out to seemingly nobody and he moved to the door he had used his magic on previously. "Quickly! Join me on this side so I can close it off and we can both be safe." Elam placed his hand on the door, and prepared to pull it closed when he knew his friend was out of harm's way.
Dergan
player, 64 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Mon 26 Oct 2020
at 14:38
  • msg #138

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan attempts to charge after Ovo, but drops his sword as he pulls it from the scabbard, and spends the next few moments trying to retrieve it without getting killed.
DM Pawn
GM, 1289 posts
Mon 26 Oct 2020
at 16:53
  • msg #139

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah and Eoni reach the northmost door in the barracks and both presumably examine and listen at the door. Sarah assesses the door to be untrapped but locked and neither hears any noise through the thick iron door.

Vaxfar sprints over to the partially opened door in the barracks' northeast alcove. Once there, he opens it enough to see what's on the other side and sees a short west-east corridor that intersects with a much wider north-south corridor.

Back in the foyer, Ovo, Rogar, and Dergan move to inetrcept the three Blackspawn Raiders who just entered through the now-opened double doors along the foyer's north wall. Ovo strikes one of the Raiders, but Rogar and Dergan are less successful.

Ovo strikes one of the Raiders but opens himself up to a vicious counterattack and is struck with a heavy slash. The other two Raider exchange blows with Dergan and Rogar, but neither score a telling blow.

Meanwhile, in the corridor between the foyer and barracks, Elam calls out to an unseen ally.

In the barracks, Laurenbeth shoots a concerned look in the direction of the hallway and comments to Shmee, "What in the blazes is taking them so long?" and then hears the sound of clashing blades. She calls forward to Eoni, Sarah, and Vaxfar, "Hey! Sounds like we have trouble behind us...." She gestures to Shmee, who nods in turn and races down the corridor to peek inside the foyer.

Shmee calls back, "By the Gods' bones! Three of them!"

For his part Murph remains with Laurenbeth and shakes his head in seeming disbelief. He takes a moment to give Murph a pat on the side before drawing another arrow.


OOC: Ovo was hit for 10 points of damage.

Only Ovo, Dergan, Rogar, Elam, and Shmee see the the Blackspawn Raiders who just appeared in the foyer's north double door.

Assume Eoni and Sarah are at the barracks northernmost door. Vaxfar is at the barracks' northeastern door.

Laurenbeth and Murph are 10 feet behind them.

Blackspawn Raiders, 3
AC: 5
HP: 13/20, 20/20, 20/20   (in foyer: Ovo, Dergan, Rogar)

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 23/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  13/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
Dergan
player, 65 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Mon 26 Oct 2020
at 17:46
  • msg #140

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having retrieved his sword, Dergan slashes the raider, this time drawing blood, or whatever these creatures have inside them.


13:45, Today: Dergan rolled 6 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 3.  damage.

13:44, Today: Dergan rolled 22 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 19.  attack.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1072 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 02:25
  • msg #141

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"What are they doing?" Dame Daflin hissed in frustration at having lost most of the group.

"Sarah," she said, regaining her composure, "get this door open.

"Vaxfar, go help the others make a fighting retreat back past the door Elam can lock.  Don't let them get pinned down in one place.  Go!"

Leaving Sarah by the locked door, the Sister of Avandra moved quickly to the one Vaxfar had been watchig to close and lock or barricade it the best she could.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 117 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 03:56
  • msg #142

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Staggered by the Black Raider's blow, Ovo's next swing glances off the creature's scales. The dwarf lifts his golden shield up for better protection and hopes Avandra's grace is with him.

"Nice hit, lad! We'll have 'em soon o' 'nough!" Ovo spat between gritted teeth!



22:49, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 10 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 8.  Attack with Falchion. Misses- needed a 12.
Sarah
Player, 816 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 12:49
  • msg #143

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah quickly endeavors to unlock the northern door.
Rogar
NPC, 2 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 17:35
  • msg #144

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar takes a big swing with his two-handed sword and cleaves into one of the Blackspawn Raiders.

OOC: Hit for 8 damage
Lakshmi
NPC, 2 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 13/13
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 17:37
  • msg #145

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee remains within corridor and fires an arrow at one of the enemies but the arrow strikes and ricochets off the open iron doorway.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 13 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 26/26
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 17:41
  • msg #146

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth gestures to Grub and the pair quickly join Eoni and are soon pushing a nearby bunk in front of the northeast door.

"Aint no tellin' if the whole damn place is on to us now, but might as well assume as much and put up one hell of a fight," she says in a steely tone.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1073 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 28 Oct 2020
at 02:09
  • msg #147

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"One of your wounds has reopened," Dame Daflin said to Laurenbeth after they'd secured the bunk.  "Let Avandra's Grace wash over you."

The Sister of Avandra began a familiar chant to renew the woman's vigor.  "Avandra's lend this woman your Grace, renew her spirits, ease her aches."


OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds, Laurenbeth.
Vaxfar
Player, 104 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 28 Oct 2020
at 04:12
  • msg #148

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 141):

Vaxfar agrees and runs over to help the others drawing his sword in the process.
Elam
player, 72 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 17:44
  • msg #149

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"OK, but please help them. They are allies." the mage called out to seemingly nobody before closing the wizard locked door. Elam rushed down the short hallway and burst in to the large barracks chamber. "Help! Hurr.." he started to shout. His words were cut short as the smell overtook his senses and he gagged in reflex. He waved his arms, beckoning the others to follow. "They are... under attack." After a brief moment, he was able to speak without gagging, though the awful taste accompanied his every word. "Our flying blue friend is there to aid them, but they may need your aid." Elam moved back in to the hallway, away from the choking stench, and leaned against the wall taking in some fresh breaths of air.
DM Pawn
GM, 1291 posts
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #150

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni, Laurenbeth, and Murph barricade the northeast barracks door with bunks while Sarah tries, withought success, to pick the lock on the barracks' north wall.

Meanwhile, inside the foyer, Dergan, Ovo, and Rogar square off against the Blackspawn Raiders, with Shmee providing ranged support to his allies. One of the Raiders falls and the other two trade blows with the heroes, but fail to score a wounding hit.

Vaxfar races past Elam into the foyer just in time to see his companions battling two Raiders. The trio seems to have the situation in hand, but then, loud battering noises are heard against the other side of the foyer's east door. Something is trying to gain entry through the hastily barricaded door. Moments later, the door opens enough for the party to see a Blackspawn Raider stick its head into the door, look down and notice the bodies in front of the door, then shout out something in an unintelligible tongue. Other voices on the other side of the door shout in response.

Then, Elam shuts the wizard locked door...

OOC: Assume the foyer's east door is open about 4 inches, not enough to squeeze through.

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (Inside Foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (dead), 20/20, 20/20   (in foyer: Ovo, Dergan, Rogar)

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (East Foyer Door, attempting to force door open)
AC: 5
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 25/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 118 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 01:42
  • msg #151

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo was happy to see one of the black devils fall! The dwarf hit the middle one with a solid slash of his borrowed falchion.

"Come on lads! Will soon have more company! Let's have these devils n' be quick. M'laird? Can ye slow those down ah wee bit more? I thank ye kindly!" Ovo shouted at the elf!



20:36, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 4.  Damage With Falchion to the middle Black Raider (2).

20:35, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 17 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 15.  Attack with Falchion.
Vaxfar
Player, 105 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 02:13
  • msg #152

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar briefly debates whether to aid his companions at the foyer's north door but then decides to buttress the east door to prevent more Blackspawn Raiders from rushing into the foyer. The elf throws his shoulder into the iron door and calls back to Elam, "If you have another warding spell, now would be the time!"

He looks over his shoulder and notices the west doorway is now closed, Elam nowhere to be seen...
Rogar
NPC, 3 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 02:16
  • msg #153

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar sweeps his heavy sword at the Blackspawn Raider again, but his enemy easily brushes it harmlessly aside with a well-timed stroke of its falchion.
Lakshmi
NPC, 3 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 13/13
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #154

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In the heat of the melee, Shmee struggles to find a clean shot with his long bow and eventually takes a safe, but ineffective shot that hits the iron door with a loud *ting*.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 14 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 26/26
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 02:21
  • msg #155

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the bunk now covering the barracks' northeast door, Laurenbeth calls first to Eoni and then to Sarah, "What we doing, sisters?"

Then she looks around and notices all the boys, well saving for Grub, have now disappeared.

"Well, at least the dog has some sense in her," she says, somewhat in disbelief at these turn of events.
Grub
NPC, 7 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 8/8
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #156

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

For his part, Grub appears slightly wounded at Laurenbeth's comment and shrugs his shoulders, as to say, 'What did I do, wrong?' Except he doesn't say it.

He notices Sarah struggling with the north door and moves up to offer his assistance. He takes out a long file and makes a go at it, but is likewise unsuccessful. "One tough mother," he whispers to Sarah.

Murph remains at Grub's side throughout but starts growling at the north door and her hair stands up along the ridge of her back.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1074 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 03:02
  • msg #157

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Elam!" Dame Daflin shouted, running back to the wizard.  "I sent Vaxfar back to help them with a fighting retreat so you could lock the door again once they were inside.

"What happened?
Sarah
Player, 818 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 13:07
  • msg #158

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"This lock isn't opening," Sarah explains as she readies her crossbow and runs to the opened door.
Dergan
player, 66 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 16:00
  • msg #159

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan nearly drops his sword for the second time in three rounds. He wonders if Ovo hadn't used to crave up a turkey while he was near dead, thing was slippery as an eel.
Elam
player, 74 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 16:54
  • msg #160

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I made sure Vaxfar got in there to help before I closed the door. I didn't know you ordered a retreat." Elam replied. "Our blue winged friend is also helping, so things should be under control and he thought it would be safest to prevent those beasts from attacking us in here while you are all focused on other tasks. I can open the door easy enough since you ordered a retreat." Elam made his way back to the wizard locked door and pushed it open to survey the battle scene. Seeing more raiders trying to push their way through the eastern door, he shouts to the fighting men. "More coming from the East! This way, hurry!" His voice cracked as the sense of panic and confusion rose within the warlock.
DM Pawn
GM, 1295 posts
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 18:06
  • msg #161

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar holds the east door fast, preventing three Blackspawn Raiders on the other side from bursting into the room. But, they do not appear to be giving up and it takes all of Vaxfar's might to hold the door against their efforts.

Meanwhile, within the foyer, the clash of blades continues as two Raiders square off against Ovo and Dergan. The devils lash out at the adventurers, each time, their attack warded away with a well timed parry or shield block.

With the west door now open, Elam and Sarah see Ovo and Dergan fighting off two Raiders near the open north double door and Vaxfar trying to hold the east door closed.

Eoni, Laurenbeth, Grub, and Murph are still inside the barracks. Murph continues to growl lowly at the barracks' north door.

Laurenbeth comments, "Whatever's on the other side, Murph aint about it..." She then turns her attention back toward the adjoining corridor, then lockes eyes with Eoni. "What we doing, Sister?"


OOC:

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (Inside Foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (dead), 14/20, 20/20   (in foyer: Ovo, Dergan, Rogar)

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (East Foyer Door, attempting to force door open)
AC: 5
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  20/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 18:26, Mon 02 Nov 2020.
Dergan
player, 67 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 18:18
  • msg #162

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan continues to dodge, parry, and swing away.  This time though managing another solid hit on the raider.

"Come on Ovo, let's take these down before the others get in here!"

13:15, Today: Dergan rolled 7 using 1d8+3.  sword damage.

13:15, Today: Dergan rolled 14 using 1d20+3.  attack.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 120 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 19:39
  • msg #163

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo curses as the raider he faced parried his own blade.

"Good swing, lad! We be need'n ah few more! Rogar! Go put yer weight against yon door n' help the elf!" Ovo spat! "Shmee! Get in position! N' shoot through the o'er door. Be quick lad!"



13:34, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 8 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 6.  Attack with Falchion.
Sarah
Player, 821 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 01:30
  • msg #164

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah tries to provide some support to Ovo and Dergen, but her concern about possibly hitting them makes her aim wide.


19:29, Today: Sarah rolled 8,6 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 5,6.  Crossbow on raider (12 to hit).
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1075 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #165

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Back to support the others," Dame Daflin replied, heading back in that direction herself.  "We need to get them out of there!"
Rogar
NPC, 4 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 19:04
  • msg #166

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar carefully disengages from combat, leaving Dergan and Ovo to hold off the two Raiders near the foyer's north doorway, and dashes across to the east door. Once there, he lends his enormous frame while assisting Vaxfar in holding the door against the Raiders trying to burst through the door.
Lakshmi
NPC, 4 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 13/13
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 19:08
  • msg #167

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee shoots Ovo an incredulous look and shouts back, "Now how in the blazes am I to shoot through a door?!" He shakes his head and fires off a shot at one of the Blackspawn Raiders in the foyer, but his shot ricochets off the creature's armored pouldron.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 15 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 26/26
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 19:10
  • msg #168

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Back to support the others," Dame Daflin replied, heading back in that direction herself.  "We need to get them out of there!"


"C'mon, Grub, you heard her..." and she leads the way, her longsword and shield at the ready as she charges back to the foyer.
Vaxfar
Player, 106 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Thu 5 Nov 2020
at 14:53
  • msg #169

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar attempts to force the door shut and calls out, "We need to lock or bar the door, if we can..."

At the moment, little more than Vaxfar's brute strength is preventing at least three, possibly more, Blackspawn Raiders from bursting through the foyer's east door.
DM Pawn
GM, 1298 posts
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 00:35
  • msg #170

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The Blackspawn Raiders engaged with Ovo and Dergan projectile vomit an acid stream at their foes, giving both precious few moments to get out of the way of the caustic bile.

Meanwhile, the three Blackspawn Raiders force their way into chamber and eventually overpower Rogar and Vaxfar!

The iron door is pulled open and three more Raiders spill into the room, shouting and presumably cursing, while menacingly brandishing their curved blades.

Meanwhile, keen-eared party members might hear a delighted cackle from somewhere up above...

OOC: Ovo and Dergan must make a Save vs Dragon Breath or take 10 and 13 points of acid damage, respectively.

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (Inside Foyer)
AC: 5
HP: 0/20 (dead), 7/20, 20/20   (in foyer: Ovo, Dergan, Rogar)

Blackspawn Raiders, 3 (inside East Foyer Door: Vaxfar and Rogar)
AC: 5
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2   7/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:54, Sun 08 Nov 2020.
Dergan
player, 68 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 00:45
  • msg #171

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan staggers and screams out under the damage and pain from the acid.  Spitting and gasping he grits his teeth and swings, killing the wounded dragonspawn before them.


19:43, Today: Dergan rolled 7 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 4.  damage.

19:43, Today: Dergan rolled 19 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 16.  attack.

19:43, Today: Dergan rolled 7 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 6.  save.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1076 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #172

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing them about to be overwhelmed with assailants, Dame Daflin shouted out, "Fight back this way!  Get behind the door so Elam can seal it again!"
Sarah
Player, 822 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 17:38
  • msg #173

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah fires at the healthiest raider fighting Ovo and Dergan.  Satisfied that her bolt lodges itself in the raider's sternum, she glances up, hoping to get a look at who or what is enjoying the conflict.


11:36, Today: Sarah rolled 22,4 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 19,4.  Crossbow on raider (12 to hit).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 121 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 15:57
  • msg #174

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo blinded by pain and acid misses as his sword goes wide. Yet, seeing Dergan's solid hit with Sarah's bolt finding a home as well gives him hope.

"That's it, lad! We'll send these devils back ta their goddess soon 'nough. Have heart n' stay wi' me now!"



09:51, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 3.  Attack with Falchion. A miss!!!!!
Vaxfar
Player, 107 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 21:32
  • msg #175

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar fends off the trio of Blackspawn Raiders that just entered the fray while calling over the Rogar, "Fall back! To the west door!"

And then he does exactly that.

OOC: DM Post


This message was last edited by the GM at 21:53, Sun 08 Nov 2020.
DM Pawn
GM, 1299 posts
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 21:45
  • msg #176

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

From the adjoining west corridor, Laurenbeth, Shmee, and Grub fire a volley of arrows and bolts into the Raiders across the foyer, in front of the east doorway. Grub hits his target, putting an arrow in the Raider's shoulder.
Rogar
NPC, 5 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 21:48
  • msg #177

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar disengages from melee, falls back to the west corridor, and joins Elam, Eoni, Sarah, Laurenbeth, Shmee, Grub, and Murph.
Elam
player, 76 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 22:09
  • msg #178

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam continues to stand ready to close the door. "Hurry!" he calls out to the allies he can see. "Why aren't you helping?" he asks as he looks around the room for any sign from his blue ally.
DM Pawn
GM, 1300 posts
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 22:55
  • msg #179

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah fires a bolt into one of the Blackspawn Raider then looks up at the ceiling in hopes of locating the source of the snickering. She sees nothing lurking in the 20-foot high ceilings, but is convinced she just heard laughter from somewhere up there...

Meanwhile, back down below, a brutal skirmish continue to rage within the foyer. With Rogar and Vaxfar's retreat back to the western corridor, the three Blackspawn Raiders elect to not give chase. Rather, they press in behind Ovo and Dergan, effectively hemming the Dwarf and Fighter in--four against two.

Unfortunately, for the Raiders, Ovo and Dergan do an excellent job fighting back-to-back, and ward each and every advance.

The rest of the party waits within the west corridor...

OOC:

Blackspawn Raiders, 6 (Inside Foyer, engaged w/ Ovo & Dergan)
AC: 5
HP: 16/20, 19/20, 20/20, 20/20, 0/20 (dead), 0/20 (dead)

[Private to GM: Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:40, Fri 13 Nov 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1078 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 10 Nov 2020
at 03:56
  • msg #180

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Those two are going to get us killed!" Dame Daflin shouted in frustration.  What were they trying to prove standing toe to toe against overwhelming numbers.

"Concentrate on clearing a path for them to get out of there!" she directed those who'd complied with falling back.  They couldn't survive a battle of attrition.
Sarah
Player, 823 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 10 Nov 2020
at 14:06
  • msg #181

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah reloads and again pelts the raider she's been targeting.


08:05, Today: Sarah rolled 23,4 using d20+4,d6+1 with rolls of 19,3.  Crossbow on raider (12 to hit).

OOC: Keep forgetting about that bless. :(
Elam
player, 77 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 10 Nov 2020
at 19:56
  • msg #182

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam sighed in frustration as the raiders flooded in through the opposite door, cutting off the thought of retreat. "The longer we fight, the more likely that reinforcements will arrive. We're still only at the entry and I really must conserve what little arcane energy I have left."  The mage propped his back against the door, and pulled a sling from his belt. "Take that!" he shouted gleefully as a pellet hit one of the raiders in the back.

Sling Attack hit AC-3 for 4 damage (with Bless)

14:52, Today: Elam rolled 19,3 using 1d20+1,1d4+1 with rolls of 18,2.  Attack, Damage.
Vaxfar
Player, 108 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 02:22
  • msg #183

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sensing the peril his companions now face, particularly Ovo and Dergan, Vaxfar retrieves his magic wand and dashes close enough to target the Blackspawn Raiders. He levels the wand at the Raiders, shouts out to his companions, "Ovo! Dergan! On the Ground!", waits for them to comply, and unleashes a wave of fear-inducing energy at the Blackspawn Raiders.

The effect is instantaneous. The Raiders are overcome with a swell of horrifying mental images and begin to flee north, back through the open double doorway.

OOC: Ovo and Dergan can take a free attack on the Raiders as they flee.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 123 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 03:53
  • msg #184

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Vaxfar (msg # 183):

Ovo, upon hearing Vaxfar's order, pitched himself prone on the ground. Seeing the Raider's fleeing in fear was a wonderful sight. The dwarf knew how close his friend and Swordbrother was to death and that not for Avandra's grace, he too would be there as well. That one moment of thinking too hard made Ovo's swing go wide as the dragon-men fled.

"Run! Run ta where Elam holds the door lad. The Lady smiled upon us n' we'd best make use o' it! I'll be right behind ye!" Ovo shouted. As he rose, Ovo nodded his thanks to the elf. For he had truly saved both their lives.



21:44, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 7 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 5.  Attack with Falchion. A Miss!!!
This message was last edited by the player at 03:55, Wed 11 Nov 2020.
Dergan
player, 69 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 17:15
  • msg #185

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan was thick witted in most everything, except combat.  By instinct he knew they were in big trouble so when the order came to get low, he reacted as quick as could.  When the raiders turned to run, he stood back up and sliced one of them with a powerful blow before, turning to head toward the door with Ovo.

"Right with you friend, that was a close one".


12:12, Today: Dergan rolled 11 using 1d8+3 with rolls of 8.  damage.

12:12, Today: Dergan rolled 16 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 13.  attack.
Elam
player, 79 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 17:48
  • msg #186

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As soon as Ovo and Dergan were through the door, Elam stepped inside the hall and slammed it closed. The mage turned to Eoni, his brow furrowed in frustration. "These antics are wearing me out before we've barely started. They'll certainly be back, and with reinforcements. What's the plan, Dame?"
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1080 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 12 Nov 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #187

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The plan is to keep up and not fight every enemy we find!" Dame Daflin said curtly, staring directly at Ovo and Dergen.

"Anyone else goes off on their own again and I'll leave you behind!"

She turned and stalked back to the barracks.  "We need to circle around before anyone else catches up to us."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 124 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Thu 12 Nov 2020
at 03:55
  • msg #188

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 187):

Ovo followed the priestess. "I beg ta differ wi' ye Dame! I was trying ta bar the door when those three bastairds came through the ot'er door. Me friend Dergan went at them. I'd would 'ave let them be meself. Mayhaps ye all would 'ave made it ta the o'er the door, mayhaps nay. One thing I do know is this, ye ne'er leave one o' yer own behind. If we had had help, we could've slain those three afore the next three came in!"

The dwarf's face was red. "I've done me best ta follow ye. I'll do me best ta continue ta do so. I fought ta free up Laurenbeth n' Rogar when they be near death in the first battle. Jus like I did fer Dergan back there. Jus like I'd do for ye or anyone one else 'ere. Ye can doo wot ye dam well please! That will be on ye when ye stand afore the goddess."
Sarah
Player, 826 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 12 Nov 2020
at 17:21
  • msg #189

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah interjects off the topic and returns to the current tactical situation.  She doesn't say much that isn't known; perhaps she's just trying to return focus to the current exigency.

"Eoni, I couldn't get that lock undone.  We could break it down, but I don't think that's a good idea.  And we don't have time for that southern door in the hallway.  If we're going to try to circle around them, we have to get to the door in the Northeast of the barracks."
Dergan
player, 70 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 33/33 AC: 2
Thu 12 Nov 2020
at 19:51
  • msg #190

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan looks rather hangdog faced as Eoni reprimands him.

"Sorry mam, it didn't go the way we planned for sure.  Sloppy fighting on my part, no excuse for it, I couldn't get a damn, uh, darn grip on my sword or we'd have killed them and been right behind you...."

His face is scarred with acid burns, and blood is running from wounds on his arm and beneath the armor on his chest.

"We saw stairs leading down.  Maybe if we changed levels, they'll think we are still up here and take awhile looking for us in the wrong place."

That said, he takes out one of potions and drinks it.

14:51, Today: Dergan rolled 6 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 5.  healing potion.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:52, Thu 12 Nov 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1081 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 13 Nov 2020
at 02:32
  • msg #191

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The northeast door, then," Dame Daflin replied to Sarah.  "We need to keep moving and see if we can find another way to those stairs.

"Elam presented a plan and I agreed with it," Dame Daflin finally replied to the dwarf as she continued to stride in the direction Sarah had proposed.  "I didn't hear you propose to hang back with Dergen to block a door we didn't need to block.

"Elam explained he could use his lock to secure the door we needed.  And obviously, your plan ended in slowing all of us up rather than the enemy.

"As you said, we can win if we fight together, not go off on our own and expect everyone else to turn around when you get in over your head!"
DM Pawn
GM, 1306 posts
Fri 13 Nov 2020
at 04:41
  • msg #192

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The reunited party briefly huddles in the barracks before settling on pressing on toward the northeast door.

There is a short, 15-foot long corridor spanning between the barracks and a long central hallway. South of this hallway is the foyer. To the north, stairs leading down. Two doors are on the hallway's east wall.

The first leads back around to the foyer, via the Fane's east wing.

The second is a set of iron double doors.

The four Blackspawn Raiders fled down this hallway, though whether they passed through either dooray or filed down the stairs, is unknown.

Once again, the party smells delicious food somewhere nearby. The smell appears to be stronge to the south, toward the double doors that lead back to the foyer.

OOC:
[Private to GM:
Blackspawn Raiders, 6 (Inside Foyer, engaged w/ Ovo & Dergan)
AC: 5
HP: 16/20, 19/20, 20/20, 20/20, 0/20 (dead), 0/20 (dead)

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  23/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  20/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]



[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:52, Fri 13 Nov 2020.
Sarah
Player, 827 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 13 Nov 2020
at 14:48
  • msg #193

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah heads for the double doors.  She checks to see if it's locked and if she can hear anything as she glances back for an indication as to whether the party wants to check what's within or bypass it and head directly for the stairs.
DM Pawn
GM, 1307 posts
Fri 13 Nov 2020
at 15:08
  • msg #194

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The iron double doors at the north end of the wide north-south hallway are locked. Sarah does not hear any noise coming from the other side of the door.

As she is now close enough to the wide stone steps descending deeper into the Fane, Sarah can see flickering lights at the bottom of the steps, but hears nothing below.

At some point while Sarah is standing outside the iron double doors, keen-eared party members (back in the adjoining corridor between the barracks and the north-south hallway) hear muted yells coming from behind the closed door between them and Sarah.

OOC: The stone stairs descend about 50 feet. The yelling noise came from the door that runs the length of the Fane's east wing.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1082 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 03:11
  • msg #195

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Keep moving!" Dame Daflin whispered as she pushed to catch up with Sarah.  They needed to get down the stairway before anyone came out and spotted their destination.
Sarah
Player, 828 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 15:47
  • msg #196

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Keeping near the wall, Sarah heads quietly down the stairs to scout what lies in wait for the party.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 125 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 16:29
  • msg #197

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo worked his way to the front to help protect the two Dames. He said no more but trudged along in the grim determination of a dwarf.
DM Pawn
GM, 1308 posts
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 17:09
  • msg #198

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The party, led by Sarah, advances up the wide hallway, passing two doors on their right, toward the stone steps descending deeper into the Fane.

Sarah scouts ahead and stalks down the stairs toward the flickering lights. The steps descend about 80 feet. The bottom of the staircase opens up to a cavernous chamber lit by the flickering illumination of hundreds of red, blue, green, black, and white candles fitted into niches all along the walls or into candle holders affixed to the sides of long pews that line the southern half of the room. The ceiling vaults to a height of what looks to be nearly 60 feet, but it's hard for Sarah to tell for sure due to the hundreds of dangling leather strands festooned with scales and claws. These grim decorations clatter and twist softly on faint breezes, hanging in places down to just 10 feet off the ground.

The northern half of the room is raised 5 feet above the floor of the southern half; a short flight of stairs to the east leads up to this area. The raised area is dominated by a large stone altar. Stony dragon heads rise up like the curling fingers of an upturned palm around the altar, which itself is stained, scorched, and pitted. To either side of the altar stands a 12-foot-tall stone statue of a five-headed dragon, her leering heads snaking down to look at the altar as if in curiosity. Each statue has a long tail that ends in a hooked stinger.

Five large alcoves 20 feet off the ground overlook the northern half of the room; there seems to be no easy way of reaching these lofty perches.

Sarah sees no exits off this grand temple, save for the stairs she just descended.

OOC: Sarah is at the entrance to this Great Temple of Tiamat. The party is at the top of the steps, 80 feet above.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1083 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 18:06
  • msg #199

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Quickly," Dame Daflin whispered as she raised her hood up to dowse her tiara's light, "get down the stairs far enough so we can't be seen.

"Vaxfar, stay low on the stairs and see if anyone may be about to follow."

The Sister of Avandra moved down the stairs far enough to avoid being seen, but stopped in the middle to see if it was clear below.
Sarah
Player, 829 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 14 Nov 2020
at 18:40
  • msg #200

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I can't tell if they worship dragons, sacrifice dragons, or both," Sarah muses as she slides her way to the right toward the stairs within the area she believes might be a chapel of some sort.
Elam
player, 81 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 15 Nov 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #201

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam keeps himself between the beefy fighting types as they hurry down the stairs. He taps Dergan on the shoulder, and leans in to speak in a whisper. "What are the chances that they frown upon bloodshed in their place of worship?" he quips.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 126 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Sun 15 Nov 2020
at 17:56
  • msg #202

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo followed the two dames down the stairs as quietly as he could. He had stowed the falchion and shield and now held his heavy crossbow. His eyes gazed about the sickening sight before him with narrowed eyes. To Sarah's query, he just shrugged.

"Both methinks... worship the evil n' sacrifice the good. May there be ah way ta spoil the alter somehow? Make it so this canna be used again, Dame Daflin?" Ovo whispered. His slate black eyes drifted to the Dame. "Ye be right, M'lady. I must do better. I be most sorry I let ye down."
DM Pawn
GM, 1311 posts
Wed 18 Nov 2020
at 00:03
  • msg #203

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

All is quiet within the Great Temple as the company makes their way down the stairs and each is afforded a view of the cavernous chamber. Ovo might detect stonework used in construction of this fane does an excellent job of muffling sound, but for the rest of the party, they just notice they no longer any yelling coming from above.

Once the party has gathered near the entrance to the Great Temple, Sarah slides along the chapel's southern wall, toward the short of stairs leading to the raised central altar. She makes it to the stairs. The temple is still quiet and still, the flickering light of hundreds of candles casting strange shadows on its walls and the reflecting off the scaled leather strands decorating the ceiling like some macabre celebration.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 127 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Fri 20 Nov 2020
at 01:47
  • msg #204

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo looked about him. The place was too quiet for his own liking. It could well be another trap. Being here, they, in turn, were trapped. Only one way in and out.

"Dame Daflin? Need we search this place? We have only one way in n' oot. This place be trapped most likely. Should we nay keep look'n afore we spend time 'ere?"
Sarah
Player, 831 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 20 Nov 2020
at 23:03
  • msg #205

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah ascends the stairs to get a better look at the raised area.  Without looking back she says, "I'm pretty sure I can climb up to those alcoves.  But I bet they lead to dragons.  Or at least one of them does."
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1084 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 21 Nov 2020
at 01:30
  • msg #206

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Vaxfar is watching our backs," Dame Daflin finally said, overcoming her brief fascination with the enormity of the temple and the evil it represented, "fan out and search for another exit.

"Don't waste any time trying to break anything," she added, eying the dwarf and his penchant for independent projects.

She followed Sarah up onto the raised section and moved to search along the back wall.
DM Pawn
GM, 1313 posts
Sat 21 Nov 2020
at 18:06
  • msg #207

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah and Eoni climb the stone steps leading to the raised altar, perhaps joined by other party members as well. Upon reaching the top of the steps, the party can see a small hoard of blood-splattered treasure scattered atop the altar--coins, gems, and a few pieces of jewelry--apparently a sacrifice to Tiamat.

Eoni moves along the back wall, searching for any evidence of uneven stonework, hidden doors, levers, or the like. The cleric's intution proves to be spot on. She notices one of the brass candle holders placed on the temple's north-northwest wall appears to be shinier than those around it, indicating it is handled frequently. Looking closer, she then sees clever stonework nearby indicating a secret door. The handle likely activates the secret door.

Meanwhile, Sarah fans out near Eoni and focuses her attention on the five balconies 20 feet above. She can't any of the balconies contents from the ground, but it would not be that difficult for her to climb up to any of them if her curiosity has the best of her.

Vaxfar remains near the stairs leading back up to the first floor, his attention devoted to listening for enemies coming up from behind.

Laurenbeth eventually urges her crew forward. Once they climb the short flight of stairs and see the treasure atop the altar, Shmee says, "Finally, some treasure for our efforts..." and begins to cautiously approach the altar to examine the hoard, safely, from a distance.

Laurenbeth is all business and has her sword and shield drawn while she gazes up at the strange leather strips hanging from the ceilings.

Rogar remains at Laurenbeth's side and Grub and Murph hang back at the top of the short flight of steps, content to let the rest of the party poke about the temple.

Shmee calls out, "Easily 1000 gold or more, by the looks of it...don't see any traps."

OOC: The secret door is located on the ground level, between the 2nd and 3rd balconies (counting left to right).
Dergan
player, 71 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 00:45
  • msg #208

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan glances around at the others as they move out to investigate the large cavern.  He has a somewhat panicked look but stows his sword and takes his shield and begins to wave it back and forth in front of him as he moves off to the left, keeping his eyes open to anything of interest.
Sarah
Player, 832 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 16:36
  • msg #209

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah goes to the secret door to determine if she can hear anything on the other side.  As she does, she whispers something to Eoni.

[Private to Eoni Daflin: "Strange coming from me, but I don't think it's wise to take the time to gather treasure."]
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1085 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 20:41
  • msg #210

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We've found a way out," Dame Daflin called quietly to the others.  "Let's get clear before someone notices us down here.

"Leave the treasure for now," she advised.  "Now that we know where it is, we can pick it up on the way out.  It will just weight us down now and we have to get clear.

"Vaxfar," she called quietly to the keen eared elf, "bring up the rear and ensure we left no trace."
Lakshmi
NPC, 5 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 13/13
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 22:37
  • msg #211

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

While retrieving a sack from his leather pack, Shmee lifts his head to listen to Eoni and holds back what would probably be a heated response. He forcefully exhales through his mouth and hastily jams the sack back into his pack.
Grub
NPC, 8 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 8/8
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 22:40
  • msg #212

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub pads up the short flight of steps and joins his companions near the altar. The disheveled man eyes the treasure, whistles lowly, and mumbles something under his breath while eagerly running his hands together.

"Nothing to show. All go, go, go..." he mumbles a little more loudly while shaking his head.
DM Pawn
GM, 1315 posts
Sun 22 Nov 2020
at 23:03
  • msg #213

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

While the rest of comany is making their way from the lower chapel to the altar, the party hears a chorus of low, rattling hisses coming from somewhere above. The hissing becomes more intense as five large stunted and wingless dragon-like monsters leap down from the balconies, where they had been lying in wait--Guard Drakes.

The five guard drakes are squat and muscular in build and each resemble a different chromatic dragon: black, blue, green, red, and white.

The Red Drake leaps down onto Rogar and rakes its powerful claws into the big man, knocking him off balance and sending him down the ground. The Red Drake growls as it stands atop the prone warrior.

The Black Drake leaps down at Sarah, but she manages to notice it moments before the same would have befallen her. Sarah dodges aside to avoid being pounced on, but the Black Drake lands a few feet away and bites her anyway.

The Green Drake springs down at Shmee, but the wily fighter dodges behind the altar. The drake crashes into the altar, sending coins, gems, and jewelry scattering onto the marble floor.

The White Drake bounds down to the ground and rushes Vaxfar, but the elf dances away from it.

The Blue Drake leaps down at Laurenbeth, but she manages to fend it off with a well timed block of her shield.

OOC: Rogar was hit for 8 points of damage. Sarah was hit for 7 points of damage.

Red Drake (Rogar)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Black Drake (Sarah)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Green Drake (Shmee)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Blue Drake (Laurenbeth)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

White Drake (Vaxfar)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  16/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  18/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  12/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  13/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]

[Private to GM:
Blackspawn Raiders, 6 (Inside Foyer, engaged w/ Ovo & Dergan)
AC: 5
HP: 16/20, 19/20, 20/20, 20/20, 0/20 (dead), 0/20 (dead)

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]
Sarah
Player, 833 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 23 Nov 2020
at 16:44
  • msg #214

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah doesn't yell out, but the faint sound of a quick intake of breath can be heard.  She draws her sword and swipes it hard at the reptile.  She barely takes time to aim, but it's just enough to slash the creature's face.


10:42, Today: Sarah rolled 12,7 using d20,d8 with rolls of 12,7.  Long Sword (12 to hit).
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1086 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 01:25
  • msg #215

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Back through the passage!" Dame Daflin whispered harshly.  "There are too many of them.  Fighting retreat!

"Ovo cover our rear and follow us!"

The Sister of Avandra took a solid swipe at the creature attacking Sarah but didn't retreat through the opening just yet.  They were too spread out for everyone to make it to the exit and she wanted to do what she could to cover the injured.


Eoni Daflin rolled 15 using 1d20.  Staff whack! thaco 17.
Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Staff damage with Bless.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 128 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 38/47
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 14:10
  • msg #216

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo responded to Dame Daflin's order by drawing his Falchion and donning his shield. The dwarf then positioned himself between Sarah and Eoni, if he could, taking an awkward sipe at the drake and missing. Snarling at the beast, the dwarf tried to draw its attention to him.

"I know ye be like'n the taste o' dwarf. Well then, have at me! Dergan! Use yer bo to cover the elf's retreat. Everyone! Fight yer way ts the passage n' be quick!"


08:04, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 5.  Attack with Falchion. A miss!
Elam
player, 83 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 15:31
  • msg #217

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Not wanting to get anywhere near these guards, Elam moved quickly toward the passage. Drawing his sling, he fired a single shot at the nearest beast before stepping through the exit.


10:27, Today: Elam rolled 15,2 using 1d20+1,1d4+1 with rolls of 14,1.  Attack, Damage.
Dergan
player, 72 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 16:56
  • msg #218

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan will move to secure a path to the door, standing guard, and firing a bowshot that misses.
Vaxfar
Player, 109 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 23:44
  • msg #219

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar sighs and hastily retreats from the white guard drake. The drake attempts to rake the elf as he disengages, but Vaxfar manages to parry the blow away.

Vaxfar quickly covers the distance to the now open secret door.

OOC: DM Post. Hasty Retreat
DM Pawn
GM, 1318 posts
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 23:49
  • msg #220

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar, Shmee, and Laurenbeth see Vaxfar make fighting retreat towsrd the secret door.

Laurenbeth calls out, "C'mon. Let's go! Go!"

OOC: They cover about half the distance to the secret door and will be through it next round.
DM Pawn
GM, 1319 posts
Tue 24 Nov 2020
at 23:56
  • msg #221

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The white drake breaks off of Vaxfar and converges on Ovo, snapping unsuccessfully at the dwarf. Meanwhile, Laurenbeth, Rogar, and Shmee form a defense wall and retreat backward toward the secret door. Laurenbeth and Shmee are battered by the onslaught of three drakes, but they make good on their purpose. Finally Sarah dodges left and right to avoid the very tenacious black drake.

Dergan, Elam, and Vaxfar are standing just outside the secret door. The rest of the party is making their way there, but are doggedly pursued by the vicious guard drakes.

OOC: Shmee was hit 3. Laurenbeth was hit for 8.

Red Drake (Rogar)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Black Drake (Sarah)
AC: 5
HP: 10/22

Green Drake (Shmee)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

Blue Drake (Laurenbeth)
AC: 5
HP: 22/22

White Drake (Ovo)
AC: 5
HP: 21/22

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Ovo       1  28/47   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Sarah     4  16/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Vaxfar    2  27/33   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)

Lauren    5  10/26  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Rogar     4  12/21  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Prot f Evil (-1 AC / +1 Saves)
Shmee     7  10/13  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Grub      7   8/8   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20

[Private to GM:   HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 1-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]

[Private to GM:
Blackspawn Raiders, 6 (Inside Foyer, engaged w/ Ovo & Dergan)
AC: 5
HP: 16/20, 19/20, 20/20, 20/20, 0/20 (dead), 0/20 (dead)

Draconic Cobalt Devils (Blue Abishai)
AC: 4
HP: 27/27 (???, Invisible, Regenerating), 0/19 (NE Balcony)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:30, Wed 25 Nov 2020.
Dergan
player, 75 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Wed 25 Nov 2020
at 00:38
  • msg #222

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having been a soldier his whole adult life, Dergan takes aim at the most injured of the enemy.  Sending a arrow deep into the Black Drake.


19:37, Today: Dergan rolled 6 (7) using 1d6 with rolls of 6.  damages.

19:37, Today: Dergan rolled 12 (13) using 1d20 with rolls of 12.  attack.

Forgot to add the +1 for blessing
This message was last edited by the player at 00:39, Wed 25 Nov 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1087 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 25 Nov 2020
at 01:37
  • msg #223

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin smacked the Black drake a second solid time before retreating back through the secret door.

Eoni Daflin rolled 18 using 1d20+1.  Staff whack with Bless! Black drake.
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Staff damage with Bless Black drake.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 131 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 28/47
Wed 25 Nov 2020
at 08:44
  • msg #224

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo's falchion bounced off the snout of the White Drake. It seemed that the dwarf's good fortune had changed. Mayhaps Avandra herself had turned against him. Dame Daflin had been angry, with good reason, so perhaps The Lady sought to punish him for his folly. Whatever the reason, Ovo snarled at the white lizard before him, knowing that only part of his group had made the entrance. He would stand his post and guard this entrance until the last person was through.

"That's the way, Laurenbeth! Come on! Ye're nearly here! Go Elam n' Dame Sarah! Ye must make room. I'll stay this creature! It'll nay harm ye nor o'nother." Ovo shouted! "Avandra! Nay, forsake me! I nay meant o'fence! I be ye n' Dame Daflin's good n' true servant. Keep me lads n' lasses from harm I beg ye!"



02:24, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 11 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 9.  Attack with Falchion. A miss!
DM Pawn
GM, 1321 posts
Wed 25 Nov 2020
at 14:55
  • msg #225

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth, Rogar, and Shmee stay huddled together, staying the drake's advance, while they retreat into tunnel beyond the secret door. There, they join Eoni, Grub, and Murph.

Ovo, Vaxfar, and Dergan part to allow their entry. When the last of the party members has pass through, the trio follow suit and quickly retreat into the tunnel while attempting to bar the secret door shut.

The guard drakes snap and hiss, their heads jammed in the threshold seeking to find purchase. A terrific martial struggle ensues as the party puts kicks, shoves, and puts their weight behind the door. Vaxfar suffers a nasty bite in the process, but in the end, the party manages to clear the guard drakes from the narrow tunnel and slams the secret door shut.

The tunnel is plunged into darkness as soon as the door closes, but the guard drake's hisses are still barely audible through the door.

OOC: Vaxfar was hit for 10 points of damage.

The party is now in an darkened 5-feet wide unworked stone tunnel.

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7  31/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  16/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)

Lauren    5  16/32  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  18/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  15/18  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]



[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:42, Thu 26 Nov 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1088 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 14:11
  • msg #226

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin pulled back her hood to light up the tunnel.

"Sarah," she said, looking to see if anyone was badly injured, "see where this passage goes."

Having seen Vaxfar struck in the final melee, she intones a blessing with her staff upon him.  She was immediately concerned with the meager result.  Perhaps the staff had been damaged having been used as a weapon.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 2 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Vaxfar.
Sarah
Player, 834 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 16:40
  • msg #227

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah nods and heads quietly up the tunnel.
DM Pawn
GM, 1324 posts
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 17:06
  • msg #228

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As it is completely dark within the unworked stone tunnel, presumably Sarah lights her lantern prior to delving beyond the safety of her companions.

The tunnel curves around a corner and opens to a large cavern. The air in this cavern is cold and smells musty. Thick carpets of pallid fungus grow around stalagmites that cover the floor of this cave, and razor-sharp stalactites hang from the ceiling above. The cave's floor has three tiers, each rising about 5 feet above the one before it, creating a visual effect of massive stone steps. The ceiling slopes upward to the north as well, never reaching a height of more than 20 feet. To the far northeast, a 15-foot wide passageway ends abruptly at a massive set of iron doors, Tiamat's iconography etched prominently on both doors, the dragon's five heads bedazzled with gemstones of ruby, onyx, sapphire, emerald, and diamond. A the south end of the large chamber, a massive, mouth-shaped pit yawns into darkness. Five iron stakes, each affixed with a length of chain and manacles are perched at the precipice of the pit.

Sarah hears or sees no evidence of anything stalking within the cavern, though there are numerous hidey holes and concealed areas behind stalagmites and stalactites and she has the sense of something omenous watching her every movement as she directs the light of her lantern throughout the cavern. Perhaps it's just the odd shadows and nothing more?

OOC: Map update forthcoming.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 133 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 28/47
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 18:11
  • msg #229

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo moved up to the front of the tunnel. Again carrying his heavy crossbow at the ready. He stopped at the doorway and waited for Dame Daflin to give the order to continue. The drakes had taken their toll, as had the other guardians. The dwarf was sure at least one of the beasts laid dead, but that left four lying in wait. Retreat in that direction would not be likely... unless they met something far more dangerous in the cavern.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1089 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 21:46
  • msg #230

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Dergen," Dame Daflin said, "see if you can jam that door we just came through while we wait for Sarah's report."

She took the time to use the staff on the dwarf, beseeching Avandra for the gift of her Grace.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Ovo.
Sarah
Player, 835 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 27 Nov 2020
at 22:19
  • msg #231

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah slowly retraces her steps, but backwards, as she retreats from the cavernous room.

Once she gets back to the party, she reports her finidngs.


"It's a huge natural cavern.  Fungus, stalactites, and stalagmites everywhere.  Big pit midway on the south side; iron doors on the northeast with Tiamet's symbols on it.  Couldn't tell if there's anything in there; it was too big and dark for me to light the whole place.  I got a feeling like something was in there; a feeling like something might've been watching me, you know?  And there's a lot of places to hide; nooks and crannies on the walls, and some of the stalagmites are big enough to hide behind.  But it's a creepy place, so it could've been my imagination." 
This message was last edited by the player at 22:19, Fri 27 Nov 2020.
Grub
NPC, 9 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 8/8
Fri 27 Nov 2020
at 23:17
  • msg #232

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With some prompting by Laurenbeth, Grub shuffles up to the closed secret door and visually inspects its hinges.

"Opens in. Is good," he mumbles.

He reaches into his leather shoulder bag and retrieves a small hammer and several short iron spikes. One of the spikes drops from his hand and clatters noisily onto the ground for a few seconds before he picks it up again.

The wayward spike now firmly in his control, Grub takes care of the door situation by spiking the door at four different points.

"That'll do," he remarks while admiring his handiwork.

Of course, to open it, one will need a crowbar to pry out the spikes. Fortunately, Grub does.
Dergan
player, 76 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 00:26
  • msg #233

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan stood, staring at the secret door, thinking of how to secure it.  No thoughts really came, but he was still trying when Grub took care of it.  Nodding in agreement with Grub's idea, he takes a moment, before returning to the others.

"I am hungry, but, that is normal.  What I mean, is before, the smells of food, lots of them.  The cooks are busy, a feast must be soon...".
This message was last edited by the player at 00:43, Sat 28 Nov 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1090 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 03:23
  • msg #234

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Ovo leads the way with Sarah," Dame Daflin declared.  "Vaxfar can bring up the rear.  We can only keep moving forward to find our quarry and get out before anyone catches us.  Avandra is shining upon us and we'll win through.

"Find us a way and stay alert."

She had her tiara fully exposed and pushed everyone to move on after Sarah and Ovo.

"I couldn't smell anything but decay back there," Dame Daflin finally replied to Dergen.  "If there is a feast, I think we've interrupted it."
Sarah
Player, 836 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 18:44
  • msg #235

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah nods and leads the way, with Ovo, to the large cavern.
Elam
player, 85 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 21:36
  • msg #236

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam remains in the middle of the group as they move through this strange cavern. "This whole place reeks of death," he mutters to nobody in particular.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 134 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 03:26
  • msg #237

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo gave Dame Dafin a bow "Aye! I thank ye n' the goddess for the favor n' bless'n. I'll lead the way n' keep Dame Sarah safe."

The dwarf then moved to Sarah's side and walked beside her. "We'd best move as quick as we may Dame Sarah. Those Iron doors be ah wee bit ah-way yet. If we run inta trouble, remember ye kin use those stoney spears ta yer advantage. Ye got yer crossbow ready, do ye?"
Sarah
Player, 837 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 16:45
  • msg #238

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo Goldenshield:
The dwarf then moved to Sarah's side and walked beside her. "We'd best move as quick as we may Dame Sarah. Those Iron doors be ah wee bit ah-way yet. If we run inta trouble, remember ye kin use those stoney spears ta yer advantage. Ye got yer crossbow ready, do ye?"


"Yes," the girl whispers.  "But I'm not sure I can see far enough to use it before anything gets close.  Anything in here already knows we're here."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 136 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 17:10
  • msg #239

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Sarah (msg # 238):

"Hmm... well if need be light ye ah torch n' I'll hold it while don'n me shield. That way ye kin use yer bow n' see all the better. I'll nay mind. I wish ye ta be comfortable... n' as ye say... wote'er be in this foul place knows we be here as well." Ovo whispers as he makes for the first stairs up to the next level.
DM Pawn
GM, 1327 posts
Fri 4 Dec 2020
at 00:35
  • msg #240

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo and Sarah lead the party into the large, fungus-infested cavern, and up natural rough-hewn stone steps cut into the sides of the three terraces that lead to cave's far east side. The air is quite cold and musty within the cavern and the numerous stalagmites along the way provide ample opportunities for would-be ambushers to leap out at any moment. But, none do.

Presumably, the party proceeds with caution, perhaps casting glances toward the yawning dark pit at the cavern's south end and up to the ceiling as well. In any event, nobody sees or hears anything, but everyone has the sense something is watching their every breath.

Finally, Sarah and Ovo climb the last of the terraces and arrive at the massive gem-studded double door. At a glance, Sarah can see it is locked, its keyhole set within the palm of a stylized Red Hand.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1091 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 4 Dec 2020
at 04:19
  • msg #241

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"See if you can get it open, Sarah," Dame Daflin said of the locked door.  "Everyone else keep your eyes open.

"Bows out if you have them."
Vaxfar
Player, 110 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Fri 4 Dec 2020
at 04:23
  • msg #242

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 241):

Vaxfar looks about while he readies his weapon.
Sarah
Player, 839 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 4 Dec 2020
at 13:49
  • msg #243

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah studies the strange mechanism and determines whether it is trapped, and if she can open it.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 139 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Fri 4 Dec 2020
at 15:18
  • msg #244

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo, still clutching his heavy crossbow, nodded to Dame Daflin. "Ye heard the Dame. Dergan, Laurenbeth, n' Rogar let's form ah tight ring face'n back the way we came so no one may take us by surprise. Bows out if ye please. Grub? Ye be ah handyman indeed. See if ye kin help Dame Sarah wi' that door."

Ovo stepped away from the group just a bit to better use his dwarven dark sight so that he may warn the others all the better.
DM Pawn
GM, 1328 posts
Mon 7 Dec 2020
at 17:20
  • msg #245

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah finds no evidence the door is trapped; however, she feels reasonably confident she could pick the lock with effort.

Meanwhile, all remains quiet within the large chamber.
Elam
player, 88 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 00:31
  • msg #246

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam's eyes were useless beyond the light of the lanterns, but his eyes darted about all the same. Suddenly, the eerie silence of the cavern with a brief coughing fit. "Do hurry," he beckoned to Sarah after he caught his breath. "The dampness makes my bones ache and tightens my lungs." The mage pulled his cloak tightly around his shoulder.
Sarah
Player, 841 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 01:36
  • msg #247

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

DM Pawn:
Sarah finds no evidence the door is trapped; however, she feels reasonably confident she could pick the lock with effort.

Meanwhile, all remains quiet within the large chamber.

Sarah works on the lock . . . It is an effort, but finally she sighs with satisfaction.

"It's open," she announces in a whisper.


19:35, Today: Sarah rolled 46 using 1d100 with rolls of 46.  Pick Locks (55).
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1092 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 04:20
  • msg #248

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Let's see what's inside," Dame Daflin said.  "Hopefully this gets us somewhere they aren't expecting."

She pulled on the door to open it enough to ensure it wasn't holding back a dragon or some other pet before committing herself to opening it wide enough to enter.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 141 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 05:02
  • msg #249

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo keeps his eyes open and trained on the cavern until Dame Daflin orders them inside or to fight what is already there. "Hold yer ground lads n' lass! We'll follow the Dames inside when ordered. Mayhaps back in when the order be given."
Dergan
player, 78 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 15:35
  • msg #250

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan is standing with bow and arrow at the ready.  He doesn't understand this current mission they are on, but then again, understanding stuff isn't in his wheelhouse, so being lost washes off him.
DM Pawn
GM, 1330 posts
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #251

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah works the lock free with a slim file. After she has completed the task, Eoni pushes the door open and is immediately greeted with arcs of lightning that ripple along the length and width of the door, straight into Eoni!

Meawnhile, those further back from the double door and keeping an eye on the large cavern hear what sounds like something scrabbling up out of the dark chasm at the cavern's south end.

OOC: Eoni must make a Save vs Spells or take 24 lightning damage (12 damage on a successful save)
Vaxfar
Player, 111 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 05:41
  • msg #252

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to DM Pawn (msg # 251):

Vaxfar casts a spell “may we all move faster to defeat this evil.” [Private to DM Pawn: Cast Haste to affect all in our group including myself.  I will then draw my wand and wait to see what is scrabbling towards us.  When it is in range I will release the wand spell, cause fear  ]
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1093 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 06:44
  • msg #253

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The Sister of Avandra was entirely unprepared for the electric jolt the door delivered and cried out as she fell to her knees in pain.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d20+2.  Spells/Staff (12) Lightning Trap.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 142 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 12:49
  • msg #254

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo shouted, "Dame Sarah n' Elam! Get Dame Daflin inside. Be quick about it. The rest o' ye lot follow them!"

The dwarf backed to the door, ready to fire his crossbow at anything that rose from that pit of darkness.
Sarah
Player, 842 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 13:46
  • msg #255

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah gasps and helps hold Eoni upright.  With some amount of pressure she tries to steer the priestess into the room that was just unlocked, but Sarah is worried that it's not a good idea . . . she trains her senses forward to ascertain whether she missed a trap - or if something else [Private to DM Pawn: like a dragon] caused the lightning strike.
Elam
player, 89 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 16:53
  • msg #256

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam moved to the other side of Eoni to help her to her feet. He reached into his pouch and offered the priestess a vial of healing. "Here, drink this." Instead of rushing blindly through the door, he stood to the side and looked inquisitively toward Sarah. He sees the rogue has the same questions by the expression in her eyes. "Did you miss a trap or are we now surrounded?"
DM Pawn
GM, 1331 posts
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 18:02
  • msg #257

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Arcs of lightning shoot out from the door, ride through Eoni's body, and send her falling to her knees. The smell of crackling ozone and scorching burn fills the area as wispy tendrils of smoke rise from Eoni's head and shoulders.

Meawnhile, a gargantuan serpentine monster with a dozen legs emerges from the deep chasm into the large cavern. The monstrosity has a long, snake-like body and slithers out of the hole and onto the ground, its six pairs of legs scrabbling at and ripping up the stone with its clawed toes. The dark blue-scaled creature clambers into the cavern, 40 feet distant from the adventurers.

The monster briefly regards the adventurers huddled near the door. Its head is crocodilian shape with curved, black horns emerging just above its eye sockets. The creature smiles cruelly, revealing a row of jagged, sharp teeth, and races forward with frightening speed...

OOC: The only reason the party gets an opportunity to take actions before the behir is Vaxfar's haste spell. Otherwise, the behir would be going first! Well done!

The behir is 40 feet distant. The double door is partially open.

Behir
AC: 4
HP: 57/57

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  16/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)

Lauren    5  16/32  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  18/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  15/18  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!!!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 18:05, Wed 09 Dec 2020.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 143 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Wed 9 Dec 2020
at 18:17
  • msg #258

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo fires his crossbow at the creature and saw the bolt sink in! "Fire while ye can lads! The beast will be on us soon 'nough!"

He set aside his bow and unslung his shield, passed it to Eoni. "This be yers till ye be herself once more. May the lady grant ye strength!"



12:08, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 14 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 13. Attack with Heavy Crossbow.
Shane, I am unsure of the damage. Is it 1d6 or 1d8?

Ovo's AC is reduced by 2. To AC 3.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:21, Wed 09 Dec 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1094 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 10 Dec 2020
at 02:46
  • msg #259

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Fall back through the door," the Sister wheezed, leaning heavily on Sarah's shoulder as she accepted the shield.  She didn't have the strength to fight him on it.

Whatever was behind couldn't be worse than what they now faced.  She limped as best she could with Sarah's help through the door.
Vaxfar
Player, 112 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Thu 10 Dec 2020
at 22:30
  • msg #260

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 259):

Vaxfar, trusting the wisdom of Eoni, runs to follow her through the door.
Sarah
Player, 843 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 11 Dec 2020
at 14:37
  • msg #261

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah continues serving as Eoni's human crutch -- but still concerned about the origin of the lightning she focuses her eyes and ears forward.
Elam
player, 90 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 11 Dec 2020
at 19:16
  • msg #262

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam followed Eoni and Sarah, relieved to not be the first through the door, and more importantly not the last one left to face the monstrous beast.
Dergan
player, 80 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Sat 12 Dec 2020
at 00:43
  • msg #263

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan backs through the door, eye on the strange beast but determined to shut and hold the door once everyone is through.
DM Pawn
GM, 1333 posts
Sat 12 Dec 2020
at 13:26
  • msg #264

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The party dashes quickly through the large, jeweled double door with the even larger behir hot on their heels. The last of the party barely makes it through the door before the horrific monster exhales a blast of lightning that lights up the iron door just as Dergan throws it closed and puts his weight against it in an effort to bar the behir from throwing it open.

Unfortunately, iron, and any metal for that matter, proves to be quite conductive, and the fighter feels a a terrific jolt as lightning runs along the door's length.

Even through the now-closed, heavy iron door, the party hears the behir's roar. But so too do others...

The party has fled from one calamity to the next and it seems there now may be nowhere to run from this latest trial.

Once the adventurers are all through the double doors and have a chance to take in their surroundings, they notice they are in a wide corridor, at the end of which is a circular chamber dominated by a three-tiered circular platform. Five sinuous stone dragon necks arc up from around th second tier, their heads turned upward to aim open maws at a pulsating hemisphere set in the ceiling above. Within each of the dragon's jaws glows a brilliant sphere of rapidly pulsating light, shifting from white to red to green to blue to black. The ceiling in this chamber rises to a 30-foot-high dome. An alcove to the north houses a 10-foot-wide shaft leading up through the chamber's ceiling.

Seven hobgoblins in ceremonial armor occupy the chamber: two warpriests atop the raised altar and five clerics stand at the base of the five dragon heads on the pedestal's second tier. Four spectral shapes also flit about the central pedestal, their bright yellow eyes standing in stark contrast to the inky darkness that comprises what one might call their bodies.

The hobgoblins heads snap back in unison toward the adventurers now at the end of the wide corridor leading into the chamber. Disrupted from whatever unholy ritual they had been performing, the dragon cultists regard the intruders for only a moment before making their assessment.

One of the warpriests cries out in an unknown tongue, but the meaning of the strange words are clear and cut across all known languages: "Intruders! Kill them. Kill them ALL!"

The four wraiths shriek in unison, their unhallowed voices the sound of metal scraping across stone...


OOC: Dergan must make a saving throw vs dragon breath or take 24 points of lightning damage. Save for half damage = 12. If he fails the save, he will be at -11 and dying/making death saves. If he makes it, he is alive with 1 hit point. Good luck!

Behir (on other side of door)
AC: 4
HP: 50/57

Hobgoblin Warpriests, 2
AC: 3
HP: 30/30, 30/30

Hobgoblin Clerics, 5
AC: 5
HP: 15/15, 15/15, 15/15, 15/15, 15/15

Wraiths, 4
AC: 4
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20, 20/20


Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.
All party members are hasted.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2  13/33   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  16/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)

Lauren    5  16/32  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  18/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  15/18  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!!!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:46, Tue 15 Dec 2020.
Dergan
player, 81 posts
Fighter 6
HP's: 13/33 AC: 2
Sat 12 Dec 2020
at 19:45
  • msg #265

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan sizzles with his hands and shoulder against the metal doors, when he falls down to the ground, seared hand prints remain on the doors.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1095 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 13 Dec 2020
at 02:06
  • msg #266

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Dergen!" Dame Daflin shouted in despair.  They'd jumped from the frying pan into the fire.

She straightened up from Sarah's shoulder and leaned on her staff.  The girl didn't need Eoni weighing her down.  The Sister of Avandra readied herself to handle the evil spirits with Avandra's Grace.

"In the name of Avandra!" Eoni shouted, gripping the wooden symbol about her neck.  "Evil spirits leave us be!"

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 2d6.  Turn Undead, Wraiths.  Turns 6HD or less
Eoni Daflin rolled 9 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD, Wraiths.  9HD of undead turned.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 146 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sun 13 Dec 2020
at 17:06
  • msg #267

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo took aim at one of the lesser priests and his bolt flew true. "Someone see ta Dergan! The rest o' ye that kin shoot, aim at the lesser foes! M'laird Vaxfar? It be time fer using that wand on the main Priests!"

Ovo, hastened, tries to fire his heavy crossbow but drops his bolt!!!!



11:00, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 2d4+1 with rolls of 2,3.  Heavy Crossbow Damage.
10:56, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 10 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 9.  Attack with Heavy Crossbow. Hobgoblin Cleric.
19:49, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 2 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 1.  Attack with Heavy Crossbow!
This message was last edited by the player at 01:51, Tue 15 Dec 2020.
Elam
player, 91 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 13 Dec 2020
at 17:23
  • msg #268

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam saw Dergan collapse to the ground just before he turned to see the new threats ahead of the group. After a quick assessment, the mage deemed the opportune time to make quick work of the enemies all gathered in the chamber ahead. "Fire in the hole!" he called out as a ball of flame flew down the hallway and exploded in the chamber, engulfing all within.


12:18, Today: Elam rolled 13 using 6d6 with rolls of 1,1,4,5,1,1.  Fireball.

Well shit... that was the worst fireball in the history of fireballs. I tried!
Vaxfar
Player, 113 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 14 Dec 2020
at 01:15
  • msg #269

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fan

In reply to Ovo Goldenshield (msg # 267):

“Great suggestion, Ovo.  I was thinking the same thing. Stand aside!”  Vaxfar moves slightly in front of the group, making sure the opponents are in range, and let’s loose a charge from his wand, trying to get as many as possible in the cone.
Vaxfar
Player, 114 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 14 Dec 2020
at 19:21
  • msg #270

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to DM Pawn (msg # 264):

pm [Private to DM Pawn: I thought I posted this in the ooc thread but not sure if it took.  Shouldn't the haste spell go on for 2 more turns?]
Sarah
Player, 844 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 14 Dec 2020
at 23:28
  • msg #271

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

All the flash and fire makes it hard to pick out a target, so Sarah grabs a vial and drinks the contents.


17:27, Today: Sarah rolled 3 using 1d6 with rolls of 3.

Heals 4; left off the +1 on the die roller.



Then, she readies her crossbow; when the flash dies some, she picks out a still-standing priest and fires -- accomplishing something, but not much.


18:51, Today: Sarah rolled 12,1 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 9,1.  Crossbow on priest (12 to hit).
This message was last edited by the player at 00:52, Tue 15 Dec 2020.
Vaxfar
Player, 115 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 16 Dec 2020
at 17:47
  • msg #272

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Vaxfar (msg # 270):

pm
[Private to DM Pawn: Not sure if you are waiting for me to do anything.  I have no other action.  Waiting to see the effect of the cause fear spell fromt the wand.]
DM Pawn
GM, 1336 posts
Thu 17 Dec 2020
at 17:57
  • msg #273

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

A flurry of activity fills the outer sanctum as the hasted adventurers launch a series of effective attacks against their enemies...

Eoni turns away one of the wraiths. It flies up toward the ceiling of the northern alcove and disappears through the 10-foot wide shaft. However, the other three shriek in defiance of Avandra's will.

Elam lobs a fireball into the outer sanctum, filling the round chamber in a burst of searing flames. The warpriests, clerics, and even the wraiths feel the effects of the attack and several of the hobgoblins are barely standing after the flames dissipate. The hobgoblin clerics stand dazed in the aftermath of the magical show of force.

Vaxfar produces his magic wand and lets loose another charge. A cone of crippling fear washes over the hobgoblins as each envisions their own horror. The badly wounded breaks ranks and begin to cower in fear.

Ovo, Sarah, Shmee, and Grub launch a volley of missile attacks at the burned and cowering clerics while Laurenbeth and Rogar rush into the chamber with swords drawn to finish the job. Moments later, the bodies of all five burned and bloodied clerics litter the raised circular platform. The two warpriests flee to the rear of the sanctum's west wall and begin scrabbling at the wall, seemingly searching for something, as they scream in horror. Laurenbeth and Rogar press the attack against both...

Finally, two of the wraiths converge on Rogar and Laurenbeth. Rogar manages to dodge aside, but Laurenbeth is not so lucky. The wraith corners the mercenary and reaches out a spectral hand, grasps ahold of the woman's neck, and begins to choke her. Laurenbeth cries out in agony as the wraith begins to feed on her life force!

The third wraith flies quickly at Eoni and attempts to bring the same fate to the cleric. Fortunate for Eoni, she dashes aside just in time and avoids its chill touch.


OOC: Dergan is dying and must make Death Saves. Laurenbeth took 3 points of damage and lost a level!

Vaxfar only has two charges remaining on the wand.

[Private to GM: Behir (on other side of door)
AC: 4
HP: 50/57]

Hobgoblin Warpriests, 2
AC: 3
HP: 16/30 (Feared, Laurenbeth), 17/30 (Feared, Rogar)

Hobgoblin Clerics, 5
AC: 5
HP: 0/15, 0/15, 0/15, 0/15, 0/15

Wraiths, 4
AC: 4
HP: 7/20 (turned), 7/20 (Rogar), 7/20 (Laurenbeth), 7/20 (Eoni)

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.
All party members are hasted.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2 -11/33   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)

Lauren    5   7/26  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Level Drain
Rogar     4  18/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  15/18  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!!!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:51, Sat 19 Dec 2020.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1099 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 18 Dec 2020
at 02:22
  • msg #274

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"In the name of Avandra!" Eoni shouted once more, trying to focus in the midst of avoiding the wraith upon her.  "I banish thee!"

She could feel the deep evil within this sanctum and had difficulty drawing upon the Grace of Avandra to drive back the darkness.

Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 2d6.  Turn Undead, Wraiths #2.  Turns 5HD or less
Eoni Daflin rolled 9 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD, Wraiths #2.  9HD of undead turned.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 149 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Fri 18 Dec 2020
at 12:42
  • msg #275

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo sees the wraith attacking Eoni and strikes at it with his battle axe. Then still hastened by the Elf's spell, draws and throws his hand axe at the wraith on Laurenbeth!


05:57, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d6+2 with rolls of 3.  Damage With Hand Axe To Wraith On Laurenbeth.

05:56, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 16 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 14.  Attack with Thrown Hand Axe To Wraith On Laurenbeth.

05:55, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 8 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 6.  Damage With Battle Axe To Wraith On Eoni.

05:54, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 21 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 19.  Attack With Battle Axe To hit Wraith On Eoni.
Elam
player, 93 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 19 Dec 2020
at 03:42
  • msg #276

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam looked weaker after that blast of fire erupted in the room ahead. "I fear my powers are nearly spent. Please finish them off quickly, I will see if I can help Dergan." The mage knelt down beside the fallen warrior and lifted Dergan's head on top his knee. Elam pulled a vial from his belt pouch and hastily removed the stopper. He carefully tried to tilt the fighter's head back to pour the healing potion down his throat.


22:41, Today: Elam rolled 3 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 2.  Potion of Healing.
DM Pawn
GM, 1338 posts
Sat 19 Dec 2020
at 14:51
  • msg #277

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dergan does not respond to Elam's attempt to revive the fighter with a potion of healing. It seems the sanctum's trapped door was just too much for Dergan to survive, in his already weakened state. Sadly, the fighter is the first casualty in this mad dash into the Fane of Tiamat...

OOC: Turns out Dergan is at negative hit point value below his Constitution score and is dead.

:(
Sarah
Player, 848 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 19 Dec 2020
at 20:06
  • msg #278

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah was about to intercede for Eoni, but sees Ovo take that task.  She continues with her crossbow, missing twice as she tries to relieve the threat to Laurenbeth.
Elam
player, 94 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 19 Dec 2020
at 23:22
  • msg #279

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The contents of the healing flask simply ran out of his mouth, down his neck, and followed a crevice on the floor. The mage set the fighter's head back to the ground. "He's gone. Nothing we can do for him now." he said matter-of-factly and he rose to his feet.
Vaxfar
Player, 116 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Mon 21 Dec 2020
at 03:35
  • msg #280

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar runs up and tries to help Lauren Beth. He takes two futile swings and misses.

21:33, Today: Vaxfar rolled 3 using 1d20 with rolls of 3.  Bastard sword v. Wraith.
21:33, Today: Vaxfar rolled 7 using 1d20 with rolls of 7.  Bastard sword v. Wraith.
DM Pawn
GM, 1340 posts
Tue 22 Dec 2020
at 00:16
  • msg #281

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni turns away two more wraiths--one attacking her and the other attacking Laurenbeth.

As one wraith shrieks and recoils away from the cleric, Ovo slashes at the undead with his battle axe. Unfortunately, the dwarf's weapon passes right through the incorporeal spirit with no effect!

Rogar attempts to fight off the wraith engaged in melee with him, but his weapon too has no effect on the undead monster. Even Laurenbeth, in her weakened state, lands a blow against the now-turned wraith, but it is likewise ineffectual.

"Damnit!" she curses, though with less vigor than she is wont. "My weapon aint going to do anything these damn things!"

Shmee and Grub launch a volley of arrows at the wraiths, but they too pass right through the creatures.

Finally, the only unturned wraith turns on Rogar, but the big man defends himself well and avoids its icy touch.


OOC:

[Private to GM: Behir (on other side of door)
AC: 4
HP: 50/57]

Hobgoblin Warpriests, 2
AC: 3
HP: 0/30 (Feared, Laurenbeth), 0/30 (Feared, Rogar)

Hobgoblin Clerics, 5
AC: 5
HP: 0/15, 0/15, 0/15, 0/15, 0/15

Wraiths, 4
AC: 4
HP: 7/20 (turned), 7/20 (Rogar), 7/20 (turned, Laurenbeth), 7/20 (turned, Eoni)

Bless lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer) -- +1 to morale, hit, and damage rolls
Protection from Evil lasts 2 hours (12 turns, cast in Foyer) -- +1 AC and saves
Mirror Image lasts 1 hour (6 turns, Cast in Foyer)
Elam was/is charmed by a blue abishai in the foyer.
All party members are hasted.

PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Dergan    2 -11/33   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Dead
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)

Lauren    5  16/26  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Level Drain
Rogar     4  18/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  15/18  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:
  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14]

PCs are UP!!!

[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
This message was last edited by the GM at 13:55, Thu 18 Mar 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 151 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 22 Dec 2020
at 02:54
  • msg #282

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo dropped his battle axe and drew Dergan's sword! The dwarf slashes at the wraith on Rogar, but the undead spirit is too elusive for the dwarf.

"Dergan's Arrows be magic! Grub! Lakshmi! Use those!" Ovo shouts!!!!



20:47, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 10 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 7.  Attack Longsword. Miss!

20:46, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 2.  Attack Longsword. Miss!
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1100 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 22 Dec 2020
at 03:16
  • msg #283

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With just the one remaining, the Sister of Avandra summoned up one more effort to drive this evil away.

"In the name of Avandra!" Eoni shouted a final time.  "May her Grace drive you back!"


OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD, Wraiths #3. 5HD or less turned
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 2d6.  Turn Undead HD, Wraiths #3. Up to 7 HD of Wraith
DM Pawn
GM, 1343 posts
Mon 4 Jan 2021
at 16:00
  • msg #284

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni turns the last of the wraiths and they scatter, unable to resist the priestess' will. The hobgoblin warpriests are likewise left in a panicked and disorganized state. The warpriests scrabble wildly at the outer sacntum's west wall, seemingly searching for a door that isn't there. In their frightened state, dispatching both proves to be trivial for the adventurers. The last of the wraiths are similarly defeated.

In the end, the adventuring company overcomes this latest challenge, but the victory is not without its costs. Dergan lies slain at the outer sanctum's threshold, having been overwhelmed by the lightning blast while holding the door fast. Laurenbeth was also weakened during the battle, though the proud mercenary lives to fight another day.

OOC: Battle over and probably a good time for me to reassess XP...
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 153 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Mon 4 Jan 2021
at 20:31
  • msg #285

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo knelt over his old friend. Losing anyone was hard for the dwarf. He felt responsible in a way. There was no way to bury him here and now. The monster still lurked outside, and the place was solid stone.

"I promise ye! I'll come back fer ye friend Dergan. I'll see ye put to rest wi; honor that ye deserve. Until I see ye so honored I'll use ye sword to help finish wot we've started. Fer now ye rest lad. I'll do ye proud. It would be worth ah year o'vengence ta see these evil ones laid low." Ovo said, rising then girding the sword to his waist.

The dwarf gave three potions to Elam. He gave Vaxfar a potion and ten arrows. He then turned to Eoni. "Ye keep me shield fer a while longer. It'll protect ye well. Do ye think we could rest here fer a while? Keep watch as best we could. Mayhaps rest 'nough so ye n' the mage can recover ye spells?"

He nodded to Laurenbeth "Ye are a brave lass. ye rest fer a bit aye?"

To no one in particular. "We'd best check the bodies o' these priests. They may have some such we could use. Mayhaps someone can he look'n at that yon wall those goblins were fool'n with. Might be another way out or lead to a treasure."
Sarah
Player, 850 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 4 Jan 2021
at 22:46
  • msg #286

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah heads to the area the priests were scrabbling around, to see if she can find a secret door or mechanism and if she can hear the sounds of reinforcements.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1102 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 5 Jan 2021
at 04:20
  • msg #287

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Sarah already checking the wall for a way out, Dame Daflin nodded to Ovo's suggestion of catching their breath.  She looked to the fallen fighter and silently asked Avandra to guide his way.

"No more than ten minutes," she said.  "It won't take the rest long to figure out where we went."

Taking a steadying breath, she intoned a prayer to Avandra and used her staff upon herself.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Eoni.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 154 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 5 Jan 2021
at 05:36
  • msg #288

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo nodded to the priestess. "Aye! Ten minutes then!"

"Grub! Help me search these bodies! The rest o; ye rest... while ye may." Ovo would start with the High Priests first.
DM Pawn
GM, 1344 posts
Wed 6 Jan 2021
at 00:00
  • msg #289

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The warpriests wear banded mail and each have a steel shield. The clerics wear chain mail. All have maces, one of which appears to be magical! The warpriest with the magic mace also has a potion of super healing!

Additionally, the party turns up 125 silver pieces in loose coins.

While some party members are searching the hobgoblins for loot, Sarah finds evidence of a secret door along the sanctum's west wall.
Sarah
Player, 851 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 6 Jan 2021
at 02:51
  • msg #290

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I found the door they were looking for."

She searches it for traps, in case the owners were particularly choosy about who used their hidden passage.
Elam
player, 95 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Wed 6 Jan 2021
at 04:48
  • msg #291

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam took the potions from the dwarf and placed his hand on Ovo's shoulder. "He fought well, my friend." While the mage was glad for the brief rest, he agreed with Dame Daflin that it was far too dangerous to linger very long. "If anyone needs healing, these potions will help some. It would be one last gift from our fallen warrior."

The tired mage took a seat with his back against the wall with a groan. "I've expended a lot of arcane energy today. Probably far more than I should have. But our blue flying friend was in grave danger. If only he were here to help us, perhaps Dergan would have survived." Elam looked back toward the door the came through. "Now there is a beast between us and our exit. Let's hope this place has a backdoor."
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1103 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 6 Jan 2021
at 04:55
  • msg #292

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin reached into her backpack and pulled out a potion bottle.

"This is my last healing potion," she explained as she went over and handed it to Rogar.  "I can call on Avandra for some healing, but it's best we avoid needing it as her Grace is best used elsewhere."

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Healing Potion, Rogar.
Vaxfar
Player, 118 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Wed 6 Jan 2021
at 05:47
  • msg #293

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

“It has been a tough trial.  I too could use some rest but we must get out of this room quickly and perhaps we can find a spot to recharge.  If there is someone who can use the magical mace, claim it as it may be useful.  Sarah, is it safe to go through that door?”
DM Pawn
GM, 1345 posts
Sat 9 Jan 2021
at 16:38
  • msg #294

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah does not find any evidence of traps near the secret door. In fact, a closer examinations reveals it to likely be used quite frequently.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 155 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 12 Jan 2021
at 22:49
  • msg #295

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo went over and placed the potion he had into Dame Eoni's hand. "This should help ye, so ye kin be o' help to others."[Private to Eoni Daflin: A potion of super healing!]

As he walked over to the elf, the dwarf said "Those arrows be magical, and the potion be that of great heroes! Use 'em well!"[Private to Vaxfar: 10 arrows +1 and potion of greater heroism.]

The dwarf grabbed up a hobgoblin shield and threw down the falchion he acquired earlier. Ovo would wield Dergan's sword and make these evil ones pay for taking his friend's life. He then moved to stand next to Dame Sarah.

"I'm ready if ye be Dame Sarah. If this here door be used often, then we'd best be quick. Afore others find us here."
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1104 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 13 Jan 2021
at 02:12
  • msg #296

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Ovo, please use your own shield," Dame Daflin said.  "I really can't use my staff while I'm carrying it.

"And I think this potion," she said, holding up in the light of her tiara, "would be best suited for Laurenbeth."

She laid the shield against the wall and handed the potion to Laurenbeth.  "You need this more than I do.  I just won't open anymore doors."

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 9 using 3d6+3 with rolls of 1,1,4.  Super Healing Potion, Laurenbeth.
Sarah
Player, 852 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 13 Jan 2021
at 14:46
  • msg #297

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah looks at the others and then finally to Eoni with a look that indicates she's inquiring whether she's ready to open the secret door.

If she gets an encouraging sign she will open the door.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:50, Wed 13 Jan 2021.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 16 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Thu 14 Jan 2021
at 00:40
  • msg #298

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth readily accepts the potions and offers her thanks to Eoni. She was quite wounded in the most recent battle but regains some of her vitality after drinking the potion.

"Sure could use a breather. We aint goin' to hold up too much longer keeping this breakneck pace..."
DM Pawn
GM, 1346 posts
Thu 14 Jan 2021
at 00:46
  • msg #299

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Meanwhile, Sarah pushes the secret door open. A narrow stone corridor extends away to the west, terminating in a T-intersection with closed iron doors on its north and south ends. The corridor smells strongly of exotic incense.

The party hears no sound beyond either door. Sarah does not see any signs either door is trapped. Both doors have locks, but Sarah is unable to visually discern whether either door is presently locked.

OOC: The hallway extends to the west 25 feet and continues 5 feet to the north and south, both terminating at an iron door.
Eoni Daflin
Player, 1105 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 14 Jan 2021
at 01:22
  • msg #300

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Did anyone find any keys on the war priests?" Dame Daflin asked as she nodded for Sarah to choose a door.

"If we could find somewhere they wouldn't search, we could rest.  But if they do find where we are, they could gather all their forces in one place to confront us.  As long as they're spread out looking for us, we might be able to break through."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 156 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Thu 14 Jan 2021
at 02:19
  • msg #301

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo took up his shield once more. "Tis yers whenever ye require it Dame Eoni. I nay found naught but the mace n' potions Dame. Yet Mayhaps Grubb found some such when he did the search'n."

The dwarf gave Laurenbeth the magical mace if no one else would take it. She was the most skilled of the mercenaries and, as Dame Eoni thought, the most in need of aid right now. The dwarf then took his place alongside Sarah.
Sarah
Player, 853 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 15 Jan 2021
at 02:21
  • msg #302

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah opts for the south door.
Vaxfar
Player, 119 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Fri 15 Jan 2021
at 04:29
  • msg #303

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

“Thank you Ovo, I will.  Every item will be needed.” Vaxfar says as he follows Sarah through the door.
Lakshmi
NPC, 6 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Fri 15 Jan 2021
at 15:34
  • msg #304

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee grimaces, "Uhm, Vax ole buddy, maybe all us with bows should have a couple of those magic arrows, tactically speaking..."
DM Pawn
GM, 1347 posts
Fri 15 Jan 2021
at 16:22
  • msg #305

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Indeed, the party found a key around one of the warpriest's necks. Examining the key, Sarah reckons it is of the right size and shape to fit into the south door.

So, she uses it for exactly that purpose and, it works as expected. With a twist of the key, the door unlocks and Sarah pushes it open.

The room beyond is shaped like an elongated octagon and is empty. The ceiling arches to a dome 25-feet above. The only thing of note on the chamber is a complex circular diagram 10 feet in diameter inscribed in the floor in the center of the room. The circle seems to be made of an inlay of alchemical silver and cold iron.

OOC: This room is roughly 15 x 20 feet. Map update coming shortly...
Sarah
player, 855 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 16 Jan 2021
at 01:44
  • msg #306

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Well, this looks dangerously magical, and I have no idea what it is for.  Teleportation, perhaps?  Or summoning?"

Sarah looks to Eoni and Elam, the resident experts in mystical things.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1106 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 16 Jan 2021
at 03:53
  • msg #307

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Watch the way we came and that other door, Laurenbeth," Dame Daflin said.  "Sarah and Ovo, see if there's any way out of this room.

"Vaxfar, help me look at this symbol on the floor," she added, walking over to check it out.  "Everyone else catch your breath."

She wanted to ensure it wasn't some kind of magical trap of some kind.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 158 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sat 16 Jan 2021
at 05:27
  • msg #308

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Lakshmi (msg # 304):

Ovo hearing the mercenary speak of fairness and being able to be more tactile, nodded. The dwarf unbuckled the sword around his waist and held it out to the wiry human.

"Here ye go, Master Shmee! Tis ah fine blade o' ah finer man. Ye should have it, methinks. It would no doubt make ye more tactical. Ye can swing ah sword kin ye not?" Ovo cocked a brow at the elf. "Wot say ye M'laird Voxfar? Spilt those arrows fifty-fifty mayhaps?"

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 307):

Ovo then unshouldered his shield and took out his hand ax, and stepped beside Sarah. "Aye, Dame Daflin! I be ready then."

The dwarf gave the other Dame a wink. "Ye look fer secret doors n' such n' I'll check oot the stone-werk. Ready when ye be Dame Sarah."



23:26, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 3 using 1d6 with rolls of 3.  Dwarf Check for Stonework and Traps.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:17, Sat 16 Jan 2021.
Sarah
player, 856 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 16 Jan 2021
at 15:41
  • msg #309

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah goes in to check the room for secret doors, cabinets, etc. -- but takes special care to not step on any part of the intricate diagram on the floor.
Elam
player, 96 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 17 Jan 2021
at 00:33
  • msg #310

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The warlock stepped in to the chamber and began to study the symbol on the floor. "You recognize this, Dame?" he asked Eoni as he pointed toward the floor. "I have just enough arcane power left to check for any magical energy it might be producing, but that is all I have left in me until I get some rest."
DM Pawn
GM, 1349 posts
Sun 17 Jan 2021
at 15:41
  • msg #311

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam, Eoni, and Vaxfar all come to the same conclusion regarding the iron and silver circle--a magical summoning circle, likely to draw fiends from one of the Nine Circles of Hell.

Meanwhile, Ovo and Sarah find no evidence of concealed or secret doors within the summoning chamber.

Laurenbeth huddles with her mercenary companions and uses this brief reprieve to catch her breath while steadying herself against the wall, well away from the summoning circle. Murph sits down and begins chewing at her back leg. It takes Grubb a few moments to notice this before he snaps his fingers once, giving the dog a look, and causing the dog to sigh and rest her head between her paws.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1108 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 17 Jan 2021
at 18:40
  • msg #312

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"If we destroy it, they'll just make another," Dame Daflin said of the summoning circle as she contemplated it's evil existence.

"What would happen if we made a small break in it, instead?  Something too small for the next summoner to notice?"
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 159 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sun 17 Jan 2021
at 20:14
  • msg #313

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 312):

Ovo nodded. "May work but... how would ye do such ah thing?"
Sarah
player, 857 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 18 Jan 2021
at 19:31
  • msg #314

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"At least to keep them from using it against us?"
Elam
player, 97 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 18 Jan 2021
at 23:26
  • msg #315

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Perhaps we could use it to..." Elam hesitated and gave thought to what he was about to suggest. "Nevermind. None of you would ever go for such a risky, and questionable, use of power."

The warlock studied the circle for a few moments longer. "Whoever uses this, possesses great power and knowledge. Someone that has attained such mastery would certainly be meticulous in ensuring that all within the circle was accurate before summoning such unpredictable demons. They would notice a small disruption just as easily as a blatant disruption to the circle."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 160 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 19 Jan 2021
at 03:03
  • msg #316

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo had listened to it all and finally shrugged his broad shoulders. "If we be able to do so wi'oot place'n the 'un do'n so in danger, it may buy us sum time. Mayhaps jus when we be need'n it."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1109 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 22 Jan 2021
at 06:56
  • msg #317

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Go ahead and break the circle," Dame Daflin said to Elam.  "Maybe they'll be in a hurry and won't notice.

"Sarah," she continued turning to the young woman, "let's check the door at the other end of the hallway and hope it's not another dead end."
Lakshmi
player, 8 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Fri 22 Jan 2021
at 18:49
  • msg #318

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee has been resting, admiring the sword Ovo had given to him.  When talk of damaging the powerful magical floor symbols arises, he quietly stands and leaves the room to give them plenty of room to work.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 161 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Fri 22 Jan 2021
at 19:32
  • msg #319

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo followed the two Dames to the other door. No telling what was behind this one. The wraiths had fled, and if they could communicate with others, they may soon have visitors. The dwarf stood by, shield and hand ax at the ready.
Elam
player, 98 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 22 Jan 2021
at 19:42
  • msg #320

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam took a few steps closer to the arcane circle, "These runes are made of inlaid metal, not sure I can have the proper tools to disrupt it's design." The mage rubbed his foot across the inscribed design in a futile attempt. "Perhaps a good strike from one of these burly warriors would do the trick? Though it may dull the blade a bit."
DM Pawn
GM, 1350 posts
Sat 23 Jan 2021
at 01:47
  • msg #321

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam's observation is correct. It's possible to mar the circle, but doing so would require brute strength and the use of proper tools. Of course, weapons could be used, but doing so would risk damage to the weapon.

In any event, it's certainly not something Elam is going to be able to accomplish with his staff.
Sarah
player, 858 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 23 Jan 2021
at 23:14
  • msg #322

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Meanwhile ... Sarah checks the other door: Listens, checks for traps, then determines if it's locked.
DM Pawn
GM, 1351 posts
Sun 24 Jan 2021
at 02:55
  • msg #323

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah hears no sound beyond the closed iron door, finds no traps, and notices the door is locked. Fortunately, the key that opened the door to the summoning room works on this door as well.

Sarah, Ovo, and Eoni gather outside the door, while the rest of the party remains in the summoning room. Pushing the door open reveals an exquisitely appointed chamber and obviously the personal retreat of someone important. The floor is thickly carpeted, while the walls are adorned with colorful tapestries depicting a five-headed dragon rising triumphantly from the ashes of a burning city in one scene, and looming over the bloodied and broken body of a platinum-scaled dragon in another. A canopied four-poster bed sits to the southeast, and to the southwest is a large mound of cushions and furs, next to which stands a bejeweled water pipe crafted to look like a five-headed dragon--it appears up to five people can partake of the pipe using the long, flexible dragon-shaped pipes extending from the body.

As opulent at the chamber is, and it certainly is, Sarah's attention is drawn to the bed. More specifically, two beautiful, dark-haired, ivory-skinned women playfully jostling beneath silken covers, their activities seemingly disturbed when the door opens. They both draw the covers up to cover their nakedness and purr seductively in unison, "Come in, come in, don't be shy, pretties..."

The almost angelic-appearing women stare at Sarah with eyes the color of a roaring bonfire and both curl their index finger toward them in a 'come hither' motion.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 162 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Sun 24 Jan 2021
at 21:16
  • msg #324

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo tried hard to keep his thoughts straight. His knuckles became white as they wrapped around the handle of his hand axe.

"We'd best decide n' quickly how we deal wi' them. They be nay women if me mind serves. Well, Dames?" Ovo said, with a shrug. "We could jus lock them inside n' be done wi' it."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1110 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 25 Jan 2021
at 03:15
  • msg #325

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Tell us where Azarr Kul is and we'll let you live," Dame Daflin demanded of the two women.  "He should be expecting us!"
DM Pawn
GM, 1352 posts
Mon 25 Jan 2021
at 19:27
  • msg #326

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Tell us where Azarr Kul is and we'll let you live," Dame Daflin demanded of the two women.  "He should be expecting us!"


In response to Eoni's request, one of the comely women smiles, revealing a line of perfect teeth, her canines protruding just beneath her luscious, shapely lips. Then, she softly laughs.

The other women's response is less emotive, in fact, her face is serenely calm throughout. A moment after Eoni has made her demand, the woman responds in a sultry voice, "Very well..."

In the blink of eye, she bounds out from under silken covers, and is standing atop the bed, garbed in little more than a revealing slip, two red-feathered wings furled behind her. In her right hand she wields a menacing whip that she releases with a quick flick of the wrist!

The whip lashes at the three adventurers huddled at the door. The whip snakes through the air in remarkably life-like fashion, it's end terminating with a snarling, five-headed dragon.

OOC: Eoni, Ovo, and Sarah must make Saves vs Dragon Breath to avoid being ensnared by the magic whip of entanglement. After making (or not making the save), the PCs may take actions.

Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 35/35, 35/35



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

Ovo Goldenshield
player, 163 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Mon 25 Jan 2021
at 22:13
  • msg #327

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo shouted out for help and then nimbly dodged the whip but in doing so, he remembered he was a dwarf and not an Elf! On his backhand swing of his hand axe, he nearly fell!



16:09, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 3 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 1.  Attack with Hand Axe.

16:08, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 17 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 15.  Save vs. Dragon's Breath.
Sarah
player, 859 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 25 Jan 2021
at 22:39
  • msg #328

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

16:33, Today: Sarah rolled 19 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 16.  Save (14).

Sarah rolls out of the way and ends her tumble in a crouch; somehow, she produces her crossbow and fires.

She has little hope of hitting, but maybe it will distract them . . . ?

16:39, Today: Sarah rolled 12,1 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 9,1.  Crossbow (15 to hit, unless . . . ).
Eoni Daflin
player, 1111 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 26 Jan 2021
at 02:39
  • msg #329

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin was caught off guard when the two before her dove out of the way leaving her standing alone in the path of the whip.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 13 using 1d20+1.  Dragon Breath (14) Whip.  FAIL
Vaxfar
player, 120 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 26 Jan 2021
at 16:00
  • msg #330

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar seeing Eoni hit with the whip runs forward with his sword and takes a swing and strikes the creature.

09:58, Today: Vaxfar rolled 8 using 2d4+2 with rolls of 4,2.  Bastard Sword v. Erineyes damage.

09:52, Today: Vaxfar rolled 13 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 12.  Bastard Sword v. Erineyes to hit.
DM Pawn
GM, 1354 posts
Wed 27 Jan 2021
at 14:15
  • msg #331

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The Erinyes' whip coils tightly around Eoni's midsection and pins the cleric's arms to her torso. With the slightest of tugs, the terrifyingly strong and beautiful woman standing atop the four-poster bed causes Eoni to lose her balance and fall to the ground.

Ovo dodges the whip and charges forward to attack one of the foes, but she easily steps aside. Then, Vaxfar dashes into the bedchamber and strikes the Erinyes atop the bed with his bastard sword she recoils from the attack but still maintains a steady grip on the whip while using her free hand to draw a dripping, curved dagger from a sheath. She bounces back and plunges the dagger into Vaxfar's shoulder and the elf begins to feel dizzy, too dizzy from what should be a relatively minor wound.

The second Erinyes bounds out of bed and comes at Ovo with her curved dagger, but the dwarf parries the blow.


OOC: Eoni is entangled by the Erinyes' whip and cannot move. Vaxfar takes 3 points of damage must make a save vs Poison or faint for 2 rounds.

The rest of the party is now aware of a skirmish taking place across the hall.

Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 27/35 (Vaxfar), 35/35 (Ovo)



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!

Ovo Goldenshield
player, 164 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Wed 27 Jan 2021
at 23:26
  • msg #332

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo shouts out! "Sarah! Shoot yer bow at the 'un that has Dame Eoni!"

The dwarf seemed too focused on defense rather than offense, hoping the other she-devil would be slain soon!



17:21, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 5.  Attack with Hand Axe. Miss!
Eoni Daflin
player, 1112 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 28 Jan 2021
at 02:45
  • msg #333

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rather than try to escape the whip, Dame Daflin attempted to hold onto it, hoping to keep the winged woman off balance.
Sarah
player, 860 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 28 Jan 2021
at 14:51
  • msg #334

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo Goldenshield:
Ovo shouts out! "Sarah! Shoot yer bow at the 'un that has Dame Eoni!"


Sarah hesitates a moment as she considers helping Eoni get untied.  But she does as Ovo suggests.

Good choice; Sarah's bolt flies true and zips to the creature's face.

[Private to DM Pawn: But Sarah has a sneaking concern that only magic will affect this creature, and watches to see if there is any effect from her shot.]

08:49, Today: Sarah rolled 21,6 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 18,6.  Crossbow  (15 to hit).
Lakshmi
player, 9 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Fri 29 Jan 2021
at 16:15
  • msg #335

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee will move into position and try to fire an arrow, but it goes harmlessly past the women.
Vaxfar
player, 121 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Sun 31 Jan 2021
at 22:51
  • msg #336

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar grimaces and pushes away the effects of the poisoned dagger, redoubles his effort to sunder the devilish woman, and strikes hard with his bastard sword.

OOC: DM Post. Made Save. Hit for 8 points of damage.

16:49, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Vaxfar, rolled 19 using 1d20 with rolls of 19.  save vs poison (10).

16:48, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Vaxfar, rolled 13,8 using d20+1,2d4+2 with rolls of 12,3,3.  attack./damage.
Elam
player, 100 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sun 31 Jan 2021
at 23:11
  • msg #337

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Upon hearing the skirmish break out in the neighboring room, Elam discontinues his examination of the summoning circle and shuffles off to see what trouble his companions have gotten themselves into. Arriving at the threshold, the wizard sees the two winged females battling his companions. He debates using the last of his magical reserves, but in the end decides to draw his sling and moves into the tight confines of the room trying to find space to use the ranged weapon.

OOC: DM post.

I believe Elam may only have one 1st level spell remaining for the day and am reluctant to commit his last spell on his behalf.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 17 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Sun 31 Jan 2021
at 23:20
  • msg #338

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth curses, "Damn it to hells! Is it really too much to ask for a goddamn breather!"

"C'mon boys," she exhorts of her followers before racing off to the fray, sword drawn. She brushes past Elam and Sarah and into the room, Rogar following in her wake.

The two mercenaries lend their aid to Ovo and Vaxfar by circling around to the backside of the bed, where they jab and poke at the erinyes. Unfortunately, none of their attacks score a telling blow.

Finally, Grub slinks down the short hallway, peeks into the room, whistles lowly under his breath and shakes his head while mumbling something unintelligible. He then steps back behind Sarah and Shmee and casts a quick glance down the hallway leading back to the secret door they passed through. By his accounts, they were now boxed in at this dead end, and not in a great position.
DM Pawn
GM, 1356 posts
Sun 31 Jan 2021
at 23:40
  • msg #339

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar strikes one of the erinyes with a mighty blow, enough to send her reeling backward from the impact. Moments later, Sarah connects with a well-aimed arrow. The devil's eyes flare brightly and she burns her gaze into all those gathered in the bedchamber, filling each with horrifying thoughts of dread and eternal damnation, a lost soul walking across a fire-blasted realm of unrelenting tyranny and soul-crushing domination...

The other erinyes unfurls her hellish whip while gleefully purring, "mortal souls for the taking..." She winds up and unleashes a strike that laces through the room, zipping at Laurenbeth and Rogar. The whip coils around the mercenaries and binds them like a fiendish viper.



OOC: Eoni is entangled by one of the Erinyes' whip and cannot move. Laurenbeth and Rogar are bound by the other.

All PCs must make a Save vs Wand or be under the effects of Cause Fear, which will effectively cause the PC to flee away from the Erinyes as quickly as possible for 6 rounds. Fleeing won't be possible for Eoni, Laurenbeth, and Rogar, as they are caught up in the whip of entanglement, but they can still make the save for RP purposes.

Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 13/35 (Vaxfar), 35/35 (Ovo)



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1), Feared
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled
Ovo       1  33/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Feared

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!

This message was last edited by the GM at 14:21, Tue 02 Feb 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 165 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Mon 1 Feb 2021
at 00:09
  • msg #340

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With his dwarven resilience, Ovo shrugs off the spell and then breaks his streak with a solid hit with his hand axe!

"Thar ye be devil woman! Ah, gud taste o' dwarven-steel for ye!"



18:02, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 21 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 20.  Attack with Hand Axe. Crit so max damage of 6+1 for strength= 7!

18:00, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 10 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 7.  Save Vs. Magic Wand.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1113 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 1 Feb 2021
at 00:38
  • msg #341

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin glared defiantly back at the she devil as the Sister of Avandra struggled to wrap her leg around the whip. If she could keep the whip out of play, the others would have a better chance to wrap this up quickly.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 24 using 1d20+4.  Magic Wand (10)+2 Prot Evil.
Sarah
player, 861 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 1 Feb 2021
at 15:11
  • msg #342

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah grimly continues her assault from afar, successfully plunking her target in the leg.

09:09, Today: Sarah rolled 24 using 20+4 with rolls of .  Save vs Wand (13).

09:10, Today: Sarah rolled 16,2 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 13,2.  Crossbow  (15 to hit).
Elam
player, 101 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 1 Feb 2021
at 15:55
  • msg #343

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The warlock had tried to maneuver for a clear shot with his sling, but when the she devil's eyes flared, his mind filled with terror. He turned and ran from the chamber. With nowhere to go, he returned to the summoning chamber. When he looked around, he did not see the chamber, but a vast and desolate landscape. Everything in sight was charred and smoking. The smoldering bodies of his trusted companies lay all about him as he stood there. His arms were raised overhead and magical fire still twirled about his fingertips. "What have I done?" he mumbled as he sank to the ground with his back against the rear wall of the room. Gripping his knees like a small child, he began to weep.


10:38, Today: Elam rolled 7 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 5.  Save vs Wands.
Lakshmi
player, 10 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Mon 1 Feb 2021
at 23:33
  • msg #344

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

For whatever else the crafty mercenary was, he was hard to scare.  Taking aim with his bow, he sends an arrow deep into the devil's body.  Shmee has some sorry at that, they have their charms even if they are devils.



18:28, Today: Lakshmi rolled 5 using 1d6 with rolls of 5.  damage.

18:28, Today: Lakshmi rolled 17 using 1d20 with rolls of 17.  attack.

18:27, Today: Lakshmi rolled 20 using 1d20 with rolls of 20. save
Vaxfar
player, 122 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 14:19
  • msg #345

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Overcome with mind-blistering fear, Vaxfar loses his nerve and shrinks away from the erinyes, nearly tripping over the bed post, before breaking out into a full-on retreat as fast as his legs can carry him.


08:17, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Vaxfar, rolled 6 using 1d20 with rolls of 6.  save vs wand/fear (11).
Grub
NPC, 10 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 14:23
  • msg #346

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub jumps out of the way as first Elam, then Vaxfar, comes barreling out of the bedchamber at full speed.

"Time to go?" he mumble-whisper-asks to Sarah and Shmee, who are presently firing arrows into the room.
Sarah
player, 862 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 14:35
  • msg #347

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub:
Grub jumps out of the way as first Elam, then Vaxfar, comes barreling out of the bedchamber at full speed.

"Time to go?" he mumble-whisper-asks to Sarah and Shmee, who are presently firing arrows into the room.


With an uncharacteristically (particularly to those who knew her before) commanding tone Sarah says" "Not without the others.  If you don't have a missile weapon, try untying them."
DM Pawn
GM, 1358 posts
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 14:44
  • msg #348

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Moments after Vaxfar breaks ranks, Sarah and Shmee pepper the erinyes with a salvo of arrows. Both seem to cause her some measure of distress and she reels backward from the wounds. Then, she utters a few dark, unintelligible words. The chamber becomes quite warm and is filled with the scent of brimstone, but, otherwise there are no visible effects.

The first erinyes seems displeased with something and tugs angrily on the whip binding Eoni, causing the priestess to jerk violently, as her strength is no match for that of a devil.

Meawnhile, the other erinyes lunges at Ovo with her poisoned dagger, striking the dwarf again.


OOC: Eoni is entangled by one of the Erinyes' whip and cannot move. Laurenbeth and Rogar are bound by the other. Ovo is struck for 3 points of damage and must make another Save vs Poison or faint for 2 rounds.

Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 6/35 (Standing on the Bed), 25/35 (Ovo)



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1), Feared (5)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled
Ovo       1  30/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Feared (5)

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared (5)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared (5)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!

Lakshmi
player, 11 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 16:24
  • msg #349

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee calmly loads fires and hits with another arrow. Things appear to be balanced in the very tipping point.


11:23, Today: Lakshmi rolled 3 using 1d6 with rolls of 3.  damage.

11:22, Today: Lakshmi rolled 19 using 1d20 with rolls of 19.  attack.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 166 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Tue 2 Feb 2021
at 16:53
  • msg #350

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo had now found his rhythm, even though the poison flowed through his veins, the dwarf laughed through his gritted teeth.

"Ye face ah dwarf she-devil. I nay run nor fall prey ta poison easily." Ovo said as his hand axe caused another gash. "I do like ah challenge though!"



10:42, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 4 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 3.  Hand Axe Damage.

10:41, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 15 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 14.  Attack with Hand Axe.

10:41, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 12 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 10.  Save Vs Poison.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1114 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 3 Feb 2021
at 01:25
  • msg #351

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin continued to pull back on the whip in an attempt to distract the devil woman.  She didn't know what foul magic the smell of brimstone brought with it, but she knew it couldn't be good.
Sarah
player, 863 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 3 Feb 2021
at 02:24
  • msg #352

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah tries to match Shmee and put an end to one of the foes, but the young lady's run of success ends.

20:23, Today: Sarah rolled 10,6 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 7,6.  Crossbow  (15 to hit).
Grub
NPC, 11 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Wed 3 Feb 2021
at 02:45
  • msg #353

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub pokes his head into the room to survey the situation. Eoni was closest and posed the least rick to himself, so he slinks past Sarah and Shmee in an effort to cut the cleric loose of her bonds. Drawing his dagger, he slashes at the whip, but it doesn't cut so easily.

He mutters something under his breath while attempting to saw deeper into the magic whip.

OOC: Did 4 damage to the whip of entanglement
DM Pawn
GM, 1359 posts
Wed 3 Feb 2021
at 02:53
  • msg #354

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The erinyes standing atop the bed shrieks out in agony as she is struck with another arrow. She couldn't take many more hits like that and her previous gambit bore no fruit, so she calculates her best play as disappearing for a bit. And she does. One moment she is there. Then, she is not.

The second erinyes continues her dance with Ovo and stabs again. Ovo bashes her advance away with his hand axe and she glowers in response.

Laurenbeth and Rogar remain trapped by the whip and consumed with abject fear. Similarly, Elam and Vaxfar huddle in a far corner of the summoning room, unable to control their emotions.


OOC: Eoni is entangled by one of the Erinyes' whip and cannot move. Laurenbeth and Rogar are bound by the other. Ovo is struck for 3 points of damage and must make another Save vs Poison or faint for 2 rounds.

The whip entangling Eoni has been struck for 4 points of damage

Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 3/35 (Invisible), 21/35 (Ovo)



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1), Feared (4)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled
Ovo       1  30/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Feared (4)

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared (4)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled, Feared (4)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!

Grub
NPC, 12 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Wed 3 Feb 2021
at 14:48
  • msg #355

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub saws away at the magic coils binding Eoni in place while splitting his concentration between this task and the movements of the nearest erinyes--at least the one he can see.

"Hang tight, Lady, we'll have you out of here in a...mo...ment," he whispers while struggling with the job. Either the whip dulled his blade or the magic coils are just incredibly resistant to being cut. In any event, he makes no further progress.
Lakshmi
player, 13 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 00:20
  • msg #356

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee fires another arrow, at whom it was aimed at remains a mystery as it flies poorly off direction.  Must have been a warped arrow the confident mercenary thinks to himself.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1115 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 01:35
  • msg #357

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the whip dropped and Grub sawing away to release he, Dame Daflin tried to remain still and keep an eye out for the missing she devil.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 169 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 33/47
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 01:56
  • msg #358

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo seemed perfectly fine trading blows with the devil. The dwarf again shook off what poison threatened him and responded with another solid slash of his hand axe.

"Ye nay be learn'n." said Ovo with a wink.


19:50, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 5.  Hand Axe Damage.

19:49, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 19 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 18.  Attack with Hand Axe.

19:49, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 20 using 1d20+4 with rolls of 16.  Save Vs. Poison.
This message was last updated by the player at 02:01, Thu 04 Feb 2021.
Elam
player, 106 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 02:20
  • msg #359

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As the terrified mage remained huddled in fear, he saw the scorched corpses of his companions rise to their feet. His fears gave way to hope. Hope that he had not murdered his friends. But, his aspirations were quickly washed away with sheer terror when the burnt corpses walked toward one another. One by one, their bodies writhed and melted together, transforming in to a towering golem of charred flesh with three arms and a mouthful of razor sharp teeth. The beast lumbered toward the mage with its jaw agape. The acrid smell of urine filled air around the wizard, as Elam helplessly prepared for his own death.
Sarah
player, 864 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 14:37
  • msg #360

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Realizing the devil she'd been firing at was nearly out of health, Sarah takes a chance on hitting and finishing it, despite it being unseen.

It's a good shot.  But not good enough.

08:36, Today: Sarah rolled 13,1 using d20-1,d6 with rolls of 14,1.  Crossbow  (15 to hit).
DM Pawn
GM, 1365 posts
Thu 4 Feb 2021
at 15:09
  • msg #361

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

A sultry disembodied female voice rise above the din of battle. Her words are strange, dangerous, and entirely unintelligible to all who hear them. The erinyes sparring with Ovo nods and smiles and then responds back with a short metered phrase. A vortex of dark swirling ash forms around her body, dissipates, and she is gone!

Eoni, Laurenbeth, and Rogar are no longer bound by the magic whip.

It seems the devils have left, but to where?


OOC:

[Private to GM: Erinyes, 2
AC: 2
HP: 3/35 (Invisible), 15/35 (Ovo)]



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1), Feared (3)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Entangled
Ovo       1  20/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Feared (3)

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Feared (3)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves), Feared (3)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

This message was last edited by the GM at 05:46, Sun 28 Feb 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 170 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Fri 5 Feb 2021
at 04:40
  • msg #362

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo cursed under his breath! "Cowerds! They be off ta tell their masters sure 'nough. Yet, this place may yet hold some such that may help turn the tide. I say we take ah quick look-see. Then we be need'n ta find o'nother way oot, or we'll have ta face the light'n lizard once more."

Ovo looked at his fellows and scowled. "Dame Daflin? Elam n' ye are aboot spent. If we could find nigh ah place ta rest long o'nough fer ye two ta recover, we'd stand ah better chance against them dragons. Do we try ta find ah place to hold up here or go back ta where we left the mules?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1116 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 5 Feb 2021
at 06:27
  • msg #363

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin sat up and looked to see if everyone was all right as she spoke, "A rest would be good, but they have to know where we are.

"Sarah, Ovo, take a look around this room to see if there's any other way out.  And then maybe check in the hallway as well."

She desperately hoped she hadn't lead them to a dead end.

"Laurenbeth, take someone and watch the main hallway and that passageway we came through.  Our best hope is that only the priests in that room knew of it's existence and they believe we found another way out."

Finishing her assessment of their resources, she asked, "Where's Elam?"
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 171 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Fri 5 Feb 2021
at 06:35
  • msg #364

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 363):

The dwarf nodded. "Aye Dame Daflin! I'll have ah peek. Elam? He be in yon magic room. He twas bespelled by 'un o' the she-devils."

The dwarf proceeded to check the room for concealed or secret doors, as well as new construction.



00:34, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d6 with rolls of 5. Needed a 1-2.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:39, Fri 05 Feb 2021.
Sarah
player, 865 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 5 Feb 2021
at 23:54
  • msg #365

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah searched the room . . .
Elam
player, 108 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 8 Feb 2021
at 00:00
  • msg #366

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The horrid visions faded from Elam's mind and he realized he was back in the wyrmlord's fortress. He rose to his feet and collected his thoughts. His robes stained concealed the new urine stain, but there was little he could do about the telling odor. "Nothing I can do about it now," he murmured to himself and made his way back toward the chamber where he had last seen his friends.
DM Pawn
GM, 1369 posts
Mon 15 Feb 2021
at 16:59
  • msg #367

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth and Grub stand watch while the rest of the party searches for any secret passages that might offer a path out of what seems to be a dead-end.

Ovo does not notice any secret passages or unusual stonework in the bedchamber, but as Sarah comes to assist the dwarf, she notices a latch cleverly concealed within a seam connecting two stone blocks in the adjoining corridor, along its west wall. The lever does not seem to be trapped.

At this very moment, Laurenbeth calls out in a yelled-whisper, "Hurry up back there. I hear voices, and a lot of them, and coming our way!"  The mercenary points to the now-closed secret door that led into corridor. "Otherwise, we're making our last stand here, in this here hallway!"
Lakshmi
player, 15 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Mon 15 Feb 2021
at 21:42
  • msg #368

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Lakshmi will grab a lit torch and head across the hallway to the room with runes in it. He carefully tosses it to one side of the room, as if it had been discarded by someone stepping through the magic portal, perhaps it will lead their pursuers to wrong conclusion.

That done, he returns to join the others in making through the secret door.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 174 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Mon 15 Feb 2021
at 21:52
  • msg #369

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Once everyone was in, Ovo asked Sarah for the key to lock the door. He then instructed Laurenbeth and Rogar to assist him in moving the bed against it. Once that was done, he nodded to Lakshmi.

"Tis ah wise thing ye done! Wise indeed!" Would ye n' Rogar mind bringing up the rear then?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1117 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 15 Feb 2021
at 23:51
  • msg #370

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Everybody through!" Dame Daflin hissed quietly as she looked apprehensively in the direction of the commotion.
Elam
player, 110 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 16 Feb 2021
at 13:02
  • msg #371

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam happily followed the order and quickly followed the others through the door.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 176 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Tue 16 Feb 2021
at 16:36
  • msg #372

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Once the bed is against the locked door, Ovo rushes through the secret door when open. Turning to Grub. "Kin ye nail this door shut too, me friend?"
Lakshmi
player, 16 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Wed 17 Feb 2021
at 21:34
  • msg #373

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As Shmee waits for the others to make through the secret door, he does a quick search of the room for anything of value.   If nothing else, he winds up the whip of entanglement left on the floor and tucks that away.
DM Pawn
GM, 1375 posts
Fri 19 Feb 2021
at 19:29
  • msg #374

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah pulls the concealed latch and a panel of the lavish bedchamber's west wall unhinges, revealing a hallway leading to a chamber beyond!

The hallway widens to 15 feet to accomodate a broad set of shallow steps leading up to a diamond-shaped chamber to the west. Each stair is carved with dozens of slithery and barbed runes. The room to the west is empty, except for five chests against opposite walls. Each chest seems to have been made from the scales and bones of a vdifferent color of dragon--white, black, green, blue, and red--with a dragon's skull serving as the lid.

Just as the last of the party members passes through the secret door leading into the broad hallway of this unexplored chamber, the adventurers hear the tell-tale sound of the distant eastern secret door grinding open...

OOC: Map updated
Eoni Daflin
player, 1118 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 20 Feb 2021
at 02:26
  • msg #375

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

It looked like they were just moving from one dead end to another, Dame Daflin thought.  It wouldn't take their pursuers long to figure out where they went as she realized Ovo had conveniently advertised the last room they'd been in with the best of intentions.

"These stairs don't look safe," Dame Daflin whispered.  "Keep an eye on the door while I check for a magical aura."

Taking a deep breath she intoned, "May my eyes shine with the blessings of Avandra and see that which surrounds us with the aid of her sight."

[Private to GM: Detect Magic: 60' and 20 minute duration]
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 177 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Sat 20 Feb 2021
at 04:43
  • msg #376

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo nodded toward the door and looked to Grub. "Kin ye spike that door ta give us ah wee bit more time lad? If so please be do'n so."

Ovo then gazed to Lakshmi, Laurenbeth, and Rogar. "Let the rest o' us arrange ourselves about this door. Laurenbeth n' Lakshmi, stand ta either side. Rogar n' meself shall stand directly in front. This way, we may all strikes at the same time. Agreed?"
Sarah
player, 867 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 20 Feb 2021
at 14:14
  • msg #377

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah uses more conventional (i.e., nonmagical) means to check the safety of the stairs.
DM Pawn
GM, 1376 posts
Sat 20 Feb 2021
at 23:36
  • msg #378

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni senses the presence of a very strong magic aura on the stone landing at the top of the stairs in addition to strong auras surrounding each of the dragonhead chests in the chamber beyond the stairs.

Meanwhile, Sarah visually inspects the stairs for the presense of mechanical traps but finds no evidence of such.

OOC: the very strong magic aura at the top of the steps runs from the north to south wall and is about 5 feet wide.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1119 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 21 Feb 2021
at 01:03
  • msg #379

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The stairs themselves don't have any magic, but there's a strip from wall to wall at the top," Dame Daflin explained after her divination.  "It's about five feet wide.

"Each of the chests are also radiating an aura."

She looked around and then directed, "Sara and Grub, see what you can do on the second level while the rest of us remain down here.  Everyone else either keep an eye on the door or look around on this level for another possible exit.

"And keep that dog off the stairs!" she added with a scowl at their four legged survivor.  That thing just wouldn't go and get itself killed on its own.  It would be their luck for it to trigger something and kill them all!  Avandra watch over them.

Before searching herself, she looked around to see if there were anyone she could use her staff upon.  Unfortunately, those in need were those she'd already seen to.
Vaxfar
player, 124 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 33/33
Sun 21 Feb 2021
at 01:55
  • msg #380

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar who is grim and dour on a good day, removes a gauntlet from his hand and runs it down the wall of stairs.  Then, he puts his hand to helmet and inhales deeply.  Replacing the glove, he lowers his head.

He takes two vials from his pouch.

"The end is near, for good or ill, if you have held back healing, take it now while you can still breathe.  Share if you may,  Lady Eoni, you barely stand, if you fall, we all fall, drink this...".

He gives her one of his two remaining healing potions, and drinks the other himself. He pulls another vial out and sets it where he can grab it quickly if need be, it doesn't not look like a healing potion.
Sarah
player, 868 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 21 Feb 2021
at 16:59
  • msg #381

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah looks to the landing to see if it can be traversed without touching it.

She does that before concluding whether she should do that, as a glyph might not care if she landed on the square.
DM Pawn
GM, 1378 posts
Sun 21 Feb 2021
at 17:09
  • msg #382

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Climbing the walls to avoid walking on the landing is certainly possible. Additionally, one could run up the steep stairs and jump from the second to last stair and attempt to clear the magically-trapped area.

The first option is possible for Sarah and Grub, while any party member can attempt the second.
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:12, Sun 21 Feb 2021.
Sarah
player, 869 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 24 Feb 2021
at 02:55
  • msg #383

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah practically performs gymnastic feats while climbing the walls in order to avoid the enchanted landing.

20:54, Today: Sarah rolled 8 using 1d100 with rolls of 8.  Climb (94).
DM Pawn
GM, 1382 posts
Wed 24 Feb 2021
at 14:21
  • msg #384

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah is able to climb the wall and avoid the floor tiles on landing at the top of the stairs. She is presently perched on the wall just beyond trapped area. Meawnhile, the rest of the party is huddled in close quarters at the chamber's entrance, in front of the secret door that leads back to the bedchamber.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 181 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Wed 24 Feb 2021
at 18:32
  • msg #385

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo. seeing that Sarah would be alone on the other side, he looked to Vaxfar. "Take my place at the door if'n ye would M'laird. I need ta help Dame Sarah. Or at least protect her in case she be attacked."


Ovo then moved to the steps yet stopping before he reached the final trapped step. He backed up, picked up what speed he may, and jumped to the landing beyond!



12:26, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 5 using 1d20 with rolls of 5.  Jump/ Strength Check. Under Ovo's strength, so he succeeds.
Sarah
player, 870 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 24 Feb 2021
at 23:01
  • msg #386

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah is getting a kick out of being on the wall, so she stays there as she traverses further into the room.

But she makes sure to come to a lower height, so that if she should fall it will not be harmful but merely embarrassing.
DM Pawn
GM, 1383 posts
Thu 25 Feb 2021
at 00:42
  • msg #387

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo clears the jump while Sarah continues to climb the chamber's walls. There are enough hand and footholds that she is able to do so with relative ease.

Meanwhile, the party now hears the sound of muffled voices somewhere beyond the bedchamber's barricaded iron door...
Sarah
player, 871 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 26 Feb 2021
at 02:47
  • msg #388

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah approaches a chest, but is uncertain: Eoni said it's radiated magic, so she is reluctant to touch them.

She does what she can to determine if the rightmost chest is trapped.

OOC: If I recall correctly, I can attempt to remove magical traps -- right?
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 182 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Fri 26 Feb 2021
at 05:41
  • msg #389

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo watched as Sarah studied the chest. "M'lady? If ye be unsure o' traps n' such. It be best if I open the thing. I kin take ah jolt far better than ye."

The dwarf forced a smile and gave her a wink.
DM Pawn
GM, 1384 posts
Fri 26 Feb 2021
at 17:07
  • msg #390

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah defies gravity and carefully walks along the chamber's walls while perching above each of the five chests in turn. From this vantage point, she visually inspects each for signs of traps: mechanical or otherwise.

She detects no traps on the white, black, green, or blue chest; however, the red dragonchest does appear to be magically trapped and triggered by touch. She does believe she can remove the trap, but doing so would require coming off the wall and onto the floor.
Sarah
player, 872 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 27 Feb 2021
at 14:58
  • msg #391

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo Goldenshield:
Ovo watched as Sarah studied the chest. "M'lady? If ye be unsure o' traps n' such. It be best if I open the thing. I kin take ah jolt far better than ye."

The dwarf forced a smile and gave her a wink.


Sarah answers Ovo, but in a normal voice such that others nearby may hear.


"I only find a trap on the red one; whether that's by design or because I did a poor job I don't know.  I'm happy to take the risk of my error, but if you inisist I'd start with one of the others."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 183 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Sat 27 Feb 2021
at 16:36
  • msg #392

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo nodded. They must do something. The party would have visitors and soon. The dwarf did as Sarah bade him. He avoided the red dragon chest and went to the white dragon one. Keeping his shield before him, Ovo tried the lid, peeking with one eye open as he did so.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1120 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 27 Feb 2021
at 22:30
  • msg #393

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Everybody not guarding the door," Dame Daflin said quietly, "look for another exit and stay off the stairs."

She was already unhappy with the dwarf for flagrantly ignoring her first directive to stay off of them.  She hated to say it, but even the dog was more obedient than he was.
DM Pawn
GM, 1385 posts
Sun 28 Feb 2021
at 05:02
  • msg #394

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo attempts to pry the white dragonchest's open and is instantaneously blasted by an explosion of icy shards!

For what it's worth, the chest did not open and appears to be locked and magically trapped.

OOC: Ovo, please make a saving throw vs Breath Weapon. 20 damage on a failed save. 10 on a success.
This message was last edited by the GM at 05:03, Sun 28 Feb 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 184 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 30/47
Sun 28 Feb 2021
at 05:23
  • msg #395

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

An icy blast meets Ovo! Only his tough dwarven hide and perhaps his magic shield saves him.



23:19, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 4 using 1d20 with rolls of 4.  Save Vs. Breath. Fails Ovo takes 20 points of damage.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:32, Sun 28 Feb 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1121 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 28 Feb 2021
at 19:50
  • msg #396

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin wanted to shout at the dwarf for causing a ruckus, but there was no stopping his calamitous nature.  She'd never had these problems with Valthur.

"Stand back and let me see what I can do," she said, forestalling Ovo from any further attempts at endangering Sarah.

The Sister stepped carefully up the stairs to stop before the top and what she suspected was a significant trap.  Gauging the area involved, she took a deep breath and intoned, "May Avandra purge the sorcery from this place, remove all danger and keep them safe."

[Private to GM: OOC: Dispel Magic (her last 3rd level spell) in a 20'x20' cube at the far end of the room to catch the furthest 3 chests and anything they may have missed.  She leaves the top of the stairs alone.]
DM Pawn
GM, 1386 posts
Sun 28 Feb 2021
at 21:21
  • msg #397

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni dispels magic at the treasury's far western end and causes a shimmer of magical dust to quickly fall down the ground before dissipating into the ether. When the dust settles, the adventurers see a vaguely humanoid creature, which were it not presently crouching and ready to pounce, would easily stand around seven feet tall. The creature is covered in spiky barbs, the most pronounced being the longer barbs that run the length of its tail, spine, and terminate at the creature's head as a tangled crown. Several of these barbs sport gruesome trophies--a skull, a petrified heart, a coil of intestines.

The creature, a barbed devil, has its gleaming eyes trained on Sarah, whom is just a few paces distant from the devil and, until now, entirely unaware of its presence. The creature is deathly still, the only hint it is alive being the fact it is licking its sharp teeth with its forked tongue...

OOC: The red, blue, and black chest are now dispelled. The barbed devil has taken no actions yet. It appears to be stalking Sarah at the moment.

Barbed Devil
AC: 0
HP: 34/34


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  10/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Detect Magic (1st), Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd), Dispel Magic (3rd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]

This message was last edited by the GM at 01:28, Mon 01 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1122 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 28 Feb 2021
at 21:52
  • msg #398

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"That was unexpected," Dame Daflin breathed, still seeing the world through her magical sight.  She had yet to register where it had come from and what it meant.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 185 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Mon 1 Mar 2021
at 00:03
  • msg #399

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo shook his head as if to clear it. His body shook from the cold he just endured. Yet, seeing Sarah now in harm's way, the dwarf snarled.

"I knew they be guarded. Ye'll nay harm her as long as I breathe creature o' the pit." Ovo said as he charged the devil. "Get ta the o'thur side lass n' be quick!"

Ovo will attempt to slam the devil with his shield.



18:01, Today: Ovo Goldenshield rolled 6 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 5.  Shield Bash. Fail
Sarah
player, 874 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 3 Mar 2021
at 17:33
  • msg #400

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah may be adept at climbing walls; but fighting from there is a bit more challenging.

As Ovo rushes forward, Sarah skitters away and down to the ground.  She then unslings her crossbow.

OOC: I think it's reasonable to assume that pretty much takes the round . . . ?
Vaxfar
player, 127 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/33
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 00:49
  • msg #401

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar continues to guard the door as requested, listening as best he could to anticipate what was going on beyond it.
Lakshmi
NPC, 19 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 00:57
  • msg #402

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee draws and fires an arrow at the barbed devil. The arrow flies true and strikes its target in what would ordinarily be a vulnerable spot; however, the arrow deflects harmlessly off the creature's tough hide.

"Gah! I think it can only be hit with enchanted weapons!" he calls out.
Grub
NPC, 13 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 00:59
  • msg #403

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub nods and fires one of his magic arrows at the devil--and hits!

Murphy remains by her master and growls lowly at the newly discovered creature.

OOC: Hit for 4 points of damage
Laurenbeth
NPC, 18 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 01:03
  • msg #404

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"A fine mess this is!" Laurenbeth hisses. She draws her sword and shield but is reluctant to charge up the stairs, having been told it's trapped and seeing the damage Ovo just took when he tried to open the chest. This, and the fact she (and everyone gathered at the secret door) can hear the obvious sound of the bedchamber's iron door being broken down.

"F@#$!" she curses.
Rogar
NPC, 6 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 01:07
  • msg #405

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Come back, lass. Back, dwarf!" Rogar growls while brandishing his bastard sword and preparing  for what would likely soon be a battle on two fronts.
Elam
player, 111 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 01:11
  • msg #406

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam's magical resources are nearly exhausted and those remaining not useful against a devil. Still, he studies the situation in hopes of finding a decent stratagem...

OOC: DM post. PC only has 1x 1st level spell remaining. Reluctant to use.
DM Pawn
GM, 1391 posts
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 01:20
  • msg #407

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah drops down off the wall and draws her crossbow while Ovo charges the devil in an effort to bowl the fiend over. Meanwhile, the mercenaries loose a volley of arrows at the devil. Then, back near the secret door, the sound of a door being battered is clearly heard. It seems the Erinyes were not idle...

The barbed devil snarls and lunges at Ovo with outstretched claws and a whipping tail spike, but all three are repelled by the arcane abjuration of Vaxfar's protection from evil spell! The devil hisses and recoils, then turns on Sarah, but is similarly rebuffed!

OOC: The red, blue, and black chest are now dispelled. The protection from evil spell prevents bodily contact and all the devils physical attacks are bodily attacks. So, not going to work against anyone protected by that spell. So, you have that going for you!

:)

Barbed Devil
AC: 0
HP: 30/34


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  10/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  16/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  23/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Detect Magic (1st), Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd), Dispel Magic (3rd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]

This message was last edited by the GM at 01:30, Thu 04 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1123 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 4 Mar 2021
at 02:34
  • msg #408

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"If you have enchanted arrows," Dame Daflin ordered, "support Ovo and Sarah while they deal with that thing.

"Otherwise, everyone get ready to defend the door.  Stand three abreast and keep them coming at you one at a time if you can.  If you're badly injured, fall back and let someone else take your place.

"Once the archers are done with the devil, they can use the stairs for height and fire down on the doorway.  Just stay off the top step!"

She descended to the lower section of stairs and stood off to one side with her staff.  If the devil made a break for their rear, she'd strike it with her staff and hope that whatever trap it might set off on the top step wouldn't engulf them all.
Vaxfar
player, 128 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/33
Mon 8 Mar 2021
at 01:17
  • msg #409

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar is ready to kill anything coming through the door, though he is worried about their overall chances.

"Anyone hear speak Draconian?? If so, call out, in a loud panic, the Fane is dead and the the whole place is about to cave-in!".

He prepares his wand of fear, in anyone calls out in tongue he does not know, he discharges the want at the secret door and beyond.
Sarah
player, 875 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 8 Mar 2021
at 14:34
  • msg #410

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"If you have enchanted arrows," Dame Daflin ordered, <Rose>"support Ovo and Sarah while they deal with that thing.


"Eoni! -- If we fight it, won't that allow it to bypass your spell of protection?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1124 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 8 Mar 2021
at 16:08
  • msg #411

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"No!" Dame Daflin shouted back to Sarah.  "Avandra's Grace will carry on!"

[Private to GM: Technically, Sarah is correct, but Eoni didn't cast the protection and thinks the girl is talking about her Bless spell.

Also technically, Ovo did attempt to force himself on the demon with his shield bash.  Without any retro, I'd just gloss over that and allow the demon to strike Ovo normally going forward.]
Sarah
player, 876 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 8 Mar 2021
at 16:25
  • msg #412

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah's delay upsets her aim . . .

10:24, Today: Sarah rolled 5,1 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 2,1.  Crossbow (17).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 187 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:05
  • msg #413

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo brings his shield to a defensive stance and swings his weapon at the devil. Unfortunately, the devil proves quite nimble and steps aside of the attack.


13:03, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 5,2 using d20+1,d8+1 with rolls of 4,1.  attack devil.
Elam
player, 112 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:11
  • msg #414

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing that Ovo is already battered and now  effectively squared off against the devil one-on-one, Elam retrieves a healing potion from his satchel and calls out, "Ovo. Catch!"

The wizard then underhand tosses the potion up the stairwell, close enough to allow Ovo to snatch it out of the air.

OOC: Gave Ovo a Potion of Healing
This message was last updated by the GM at 19:11, Tue 09 Mar 2021.
Lakshmi
NPC, 20 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:14
  • msg #415

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee retrieves two magic arrows from his quiver, hands one to Grub, aims his own, and comments, "Make it count, brother..."

And lets it fly! The arrow strikes true.

Moments later, Grub follows up with a well-placed shot to the devil's chest.

OOC: Two hits. One a crit! 11 points of damage.

13:10, Today: DM Pawn rolled 16,4,20,7 using d20+1,d6+1,d20+1,d6+1 with rolls of 15,3,19,6.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 19 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:19
  • msg #416

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth retrieves two vials from her belt pouch, hands one to Rogar, and comments, "Aint going to do us much use in Hell, so might as well Bottoms Up!"

She wipes the corner of her mouth with her stained gauntlet and says, "Well, it's been a good run, if this is going to be it, let us not go down without a goddamn fight!"

Rogar roars his approval and quaffs the proffered potion.

OOC: Rogar healed 3. Laurenbeth healed 5.
DM Pawn
GM, 1394 posts
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:28
  • msg #417

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The barbed devil advances on Ovo again, but is similarly rebuffed by a seemingly unbreachable barrier. The utterly evil thing bares its jagged teeth at the dwarf and summons a ball of flame in its taloned hand. The devil grins and lobs the flaming sphere at the adventurers barricading the eastern secret door.

The ball of fire rockets toward Eoni...but bounces off a magical barrier and lands on the ground at her feet, where it sputters on the flagstone tiles.

OOC: The red, blue, and black chest are now dispelled. The protection from evil spell prevents bodily contact and all the devils physical attacks are bodily attacks. So, not going to work against anyone protected by that spell. So, you have that going for you!

:)

Barbed Devil
AC: 0
HP: 19/34


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Ovo       1  18/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless, PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  21/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Rogar     4  26/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20  PfE (-1 AC/+1 saves)
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Detect Magic (1st), Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd), Dispel Magic (3rd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:02, Fri 12 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1125 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 9 Mar 2021
at 19:51
  • msg #418

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, Dame Daflin backed away from the sputtering ball of flame in case it exploded.  Had it struck whatever arcane power that fueled the top step or was it her faith in Avandra that had averted that disaster?
Sarah
player, 877 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 10 Mar 2021
at 14:24
  • msg #419

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah focuses, concentrates, and fires . .  .but the bolt whizzes past the devil's ear.

"Damnit!" Sarah exhales as she reloads.

08:23, Today: Sarah rolled 15,3 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 12,3.  Crossbow (17 to hit).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 189 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Fri 12 Mar 2021
at 02:02
  • msg #420

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo snatches the potion out of the air, removes the cork, and quickly drains its contents down his throat.

Feeling revitalized, he calls back to Elam, "Thanks, friend!"

OOC: DM post. Regained 8 hit points
Elam
player, 113 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 13 Mar 2021
at 04:01
  • msg #421

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Recognizing the futility of slinging iron bullets at the devil, Elam produces a slender wand from his robes, says a command word, and shoots a magic missilea at the devil. Though it pained the wizard to do so, the wand having precious few charges remaining, he judged it to be the best option given the circumstances.


22:00, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 7 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 6.  magic missile.
Lakshmi
NPC, 21 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 20/23
Sat 13 Mar 2021
at 04:04
  • msg #422

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee and Grub put another two magic arrows into the devil. The devil begins to sway a bit and is now bleeding quite profusely.

"We got the bastard on the ropes!" Shmee excitedly yells.

22:01, Today: DM Pawn rolled 18,6,16,4 using d20+1,d6+1,d20+1,d6+1 ((17,5,15,3)).
This message was last edited by the player at 04:04, Sat 13 Mar 2021.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 20 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Sat 13 Mar 2021
at 04:08
  • msg #423

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Lakshmi:
"We got the bastard on the ropes!" Shmee excitedly yells.


"Good, because from the sounds of things on the other side of this door, it's about to get spirited over here in a hurry!" Laurenbeth calls back while taking up a defensive position on the left side of the secret door. On the other side of the door, Rogar. Directly in front of the door, Vaxfar.

From the sounds of it, the enemy has now breached the bedchamber barricade and are assembling on the other side of the secret door.
DM Pawn
GM, 1395 posts
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 06:44
  • msg #424

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam's magic missile, followed by two well-placed shots by Shmee and Grub bring the barbed devil quite close to death's door and that's not really a place it is looking to visit any time soon. So, it simply vanishes!

Moments later, the secret door comes crashing inward, shards of masonry and plaster showering the foyer leading into the treasure room. When the dust settles, the party sees a large group of Blackspawn Raiders, two bandaged-up Warpriests (perhaps survivors of the party's previous encounter), and the two Erinyes, all of which are lined up in the adjoining bechamber and quite eager to go to battle against the intruders within their lair, i.e., the adventurers.

Vaxfar had been waiting for this moment, so, he presumably uses his wand of fear against the  gathered forces...

A wave of fear-inducing plasma fans out from the wand and washes over the party's foes, causing all to lose their nerve, break ranks, and begin fleeing quite rapidly from the area.  Blackspawn and hobgoblin alike practically trip over one another as they scramble out the bedchamber and off to other parts of the Fane. The two Erinyes simply shriek and wink out of sight.

Then, Vaxfar's protection from evil spell finally runs its course. It was good while it lasted.

The party hears their foes' panicked cries fading into the distance...


OOC: The red, blue, and black chest are now dispelled. The barbed devil winked out of sight. The party briefly saw 6 blackspawn raiders, 2 hobgoblin warpriests, and 2 Erinyes, but all either fled or "disappeared".

Vaxfar--I went ahead and subtracted a charge from your wand. You have 1 left.


[Private to GM: Barbed Devil
AC: 0
HP: 2/34]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  16/17   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20  Bless, Mirror Image (1)
Eoni      7   7/31   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  Bless
Ovo       1  18/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18  Bless
Sarah     4  20/23   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  20/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Lauren    5  21/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  26/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Shmee     7  20/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
[Private to GM:
Spells Cast
Eoni (4-1st, 3-2nd, 2-3rd, 1-4th): Detect Magic (1st), Bless (1st), Hold Person (2nd), Dispel Magic (3rd)
Elam (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): Magic Missile (1st), Wizard Lock (2nd), Fireball (3rd)
Vaxfar (2-1st, 2-2nd, 2-3rd): ESP (2nd), Web (2nd), Haste (3rd), Prot from Evil, 10 (3rd)]
PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:02, Sun 14 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1126 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 13:08
  • msg #425

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin let out a breath she hadn't known she'd been holding and thanked Avandra for her Grace.

"Vaxfar and Lakshmi," she said resolutely, "push out as far as you can to keep watch while we finish up here.  Laruenbeth, Rogar, and Grub, search the bedchamber while we have time for anything we missed.

"Sarah, with the Grace of Avandra, I've removed any sorcery from the last three chests, you and Ovo see what they have and leave the other two alone.  Elam and I will take a look at what you find.

"We'll grab what's useful and then follow Vaxfar out."

She stayed on the stairs to guard the top step lest someone forget.  Her granted sight would last for long enough to see what they'd found.
Sarah
player, 878 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 19:04
  • msg #426

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah stows her crossbow as she moves quickly to the chests.  She starts with the blue one, as it's the one she checked previously.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:04, Sun 14 Mar 2021.
DM Pawn
GM, 1397 posts
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 19:41
  • msg #427

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah approaches the blue dragonchest and visually assesses the lock. Eoni's dispel magic spell likely removed any magical traps, but there is still the issue of mechanical locks--which this chest does appear to have.

Presumably, she retrieves her lockpick kit and goes to work. It's a tricky lock, but Sarah is skilled enough to deal with the reverse tumblers and double-inverse cylinders and is rewarded with her effort by a tell-tale satisfying click.

And, no, the chest does not explode the way it did when Ovo attempted the same.

Inside, Sarah sees...

[Private to Sarah: an incredible cache of what appear to be stockpiled magic items!

Contained within:

A dwarven waraxe which appears to be crafted from diamond...or perhaps adamantine, hard to tell at a quick glance...

An extremely dark leather whip with a ruby-studded handle...

A 4-foot long wooden rod with the crook curling and twisting back on itself...

A gold and silver banded ring set with a small emerald...

A small wool sack with various animals emroidered onto it...

A golden circlet set with a diamond...

A lightweight and fashionable cloak with highly decorative silver trim...

A small scabbard fashioned from cured leather and fine silver...]
Elam
player, 116 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 22:52
  • msg #428

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam was down on spells but not out.  He kept his wand out and looked all around the room.

Stepping to where he was a few steps behind Eoni he watched her back as he thought an attack could come from anywhere at any time.
Sarah
player, 880 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 23:26
  • msg #429

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Lots of items here; they appear magical," Sarah says, leaving their further investigation to those with the ability to do so and moving expertly to the red chest to check it for mundane (i.e., non magical) traps and to deal with the inevitable lock.

[Private to DM Pawn:
OOC: Sarah doesn't take any of the items from the blue chest; it would appear that she has changed her pilfering ways.]
Eoni Daflin
player, 1129 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 23:29
  • msg #430

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Ovo," Dame Daflin called to the dwarf, "toss Elam and I what you found in the chest so we can examine it.  Just make sure not to step too close."

It wouldn't do for that top step to be set off now.
DM Pawn
GM, 1402 posts
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 23:55
  • msg #431

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah approaches the red dragonchest and quickly goes to work on its lock. Once again, similar mechanism, and her effort and skill are rewarded a few moments later.

She lifts the lid and peers inside the chest...

[Private to Sarah: and sees a small velvet bag filled with 7 black pearls (500 gp each), a tiny mithral box (500 gp) containing 3 emeralds (1000 gp each) and 1  diamond (5000 gp), a blue potion of unknown type [Private to GM: of giant strength], 14 potions of healing, 1 magic scroll [Private to GM: of Leomund's Tiny Hut], and 1 gold potion of unknown type[Private to GM:  of heroism]]
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 190 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 08:27
  • msg #432

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Ovo," Dame Daflin called to the dwarf, "toss Elam and I what you found in the chest so we can examine it.  Just make sure not to step too close."

It wouldn't do for that top step to be set off now.


Ovo nods with agreement and closes the distance to the blue dragonchest. Once there he peers inside and marvels at the hoard. He pulls out the following items in turn, which he dutifully hauls closer to the steps, before underhand-tossing each over the trapped section.

The items are as follows:

An extremely dark leather whip with a ruby-studded handle...

A 4-foot long wooden rod with the crook curling and twisting back on itself...

A gold and silver banded ring set with a small emerald...

A small wool sack with various animals emroidered onto it...

A golden circlet set with a diamond...

A lightweight and fashionable cloak with highly decorative silver trim...

A small scabbard fashioned from cured leather and fine silver...

And last, he pulls out a dwarven waraxe which appears to be crafted from a dark, glass-like metal, perhaps adamantine. He is less quick to toss this item over the trapped section of floor and spends a few moments admiring the craftsmanship.

OOC: DM post to keep game moving
Eoni Daflin
player, 1130 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 14:12
  • msg #433

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin spread everything before she and Elam so they could see if they recognized anything immediately.  She also separated out anything her divine sight spotted with an aura.  She didn't want to spend more than ten minutes before getting back on the move.

"We don't need to know what everything does," she pointed out as she picked up the ring and slid it onto her finger, "just anything that could be useful now."
DM Pawn
GM, 1403 posts
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 14:53
  • msg #434

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

All of the items radiate magic.

Eoni feels a powerful tingling sensation through her body as soon as she slips on the ring, as though nothing could hold her back.

None of the magic items are recognizable to Elam, Vaxfar, or Eoni.

Laurenbeth's band comes over to take a closer look at the items, as well.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 21 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 14:59
  • msg #435

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth whistles lowly upon seeing the assembled items and then chimes in, "Finally, something shiny for our efforts. I was beginning to think the lot of you just had a death wish..."

She shoots a glance back at her mercenary companions, all nearly out of breath from the mad dash that has been the last hour, "Look, we've gone along with this and pulled our fair share. But this is crazy. We're going to die in here, with nothing to show for it. We should grab what we can and get the hell out of here!"

Rogar grunts in support of Laurenbeth's appraisal, Shmee nods, and Grub mumbles something unintelligible while studying the magic items. Murphy scratches behind her ear.
Sarah
player, 881 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 17:44
  • msg #436

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah stands up from the red chest. "A scroll and a mess of potions, including a mess of healing potions" she announces as she moves to the black chest to repeat the process.

[Private to DM Pawn: OOC: Sarah takes the mithral box with the emeralds . . . ok, maybe not all of her pilfering ways have been extinguished.]
Elam
player, 117 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 18:33
  • msg #437

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam reaches down and picks up the wooden rod.  He looks it up and down for runes or an activation word.   Testing it with his weight, he sees if it would be a decent walking stick.

"We do need to hurry this up.  I'm guessing you want the axe Ovo?  Sarah and Vaxfar, know what you want?  I'll take a look at that scroll.   Usure what it is."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:34, Tue 16 Mar 2021.
DM Pawn
GM, 1404 posts
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 19:21
  • msg #438

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With most of the party gathered at the foot of the stairs surveying the magic items, Rogar and Vaxfar standing guard at the now bashed-in secret door leading to the bedchamber, and Ovo at the top of the steps admiring the dwarven waraxe, Sarah moves on to the black dragonchest.

This chest is a bit more tricky for Sarah and she is unable to pick the lock. At least she wasn't zapped for trying.

It's now been about a minute since the Blackspawn Raiders, Warpriests, and Erinyes fled in fear. It's been a couple of minutes since the barbed devil disappeared.

Vaxfar, with his keen elven hearing, hears distant cries somewhere within the Fane.
DM Pawn
GM, 1405 posts
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 19:27
  • msg #439

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The rod feels strangely warm and alive as Elam picks it up and tests its weight. The wizard doesn't see any runes or activation words carved into the smooth wooden rod, but he does hear a faint hissing sound that seems to originate from the rod.

The rod is only about 3 feet long, about as thick as a thumb, and too small for all but perhaps a halfling or gnome to serve as a proper walking stick.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1131 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 00:43
  • msg #440

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"You'll get the axe, Ovo," Dame Daflin scolded the dwarf.  "Just keep handing things over and be careful with the potions."

Turning back to the arrayed magical items, she started handing them out as fast as she could.

"Sarah can try the cape," she began doling them out.  "Grub, figure out what the animal bag does.

"Elam can figure out the rod.  Larurenbeth the gold tiara.

"If anyone has something that can fit this scabbard and figure out what it does, take it.  Maybe Lakshmi.

"Rogar can try the whip.

"They're all magical, so figure out how best to use them and keep us alive."

Grabbing the whip, she stood up and moved quickly over to those watching the doorway.

"If you can use this, figure out what it does," she said to Rogar, handing him the whip.  She then pulled off the emerald ring and handed it to Vaxfar.

"You may have better use of this than I."
Sarah
player, 882 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 01:14
  • msg #441

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah also issues . . . well, not entirely directives.  Statements, perhaps.

"Grub, see if you can open this black chest," she says, the bitterness at her inability to accomplish the task unmistakable.  "Eoni, are the other two magically trapped?  And we should mind the time; they won't stay away for long."

She takes the cape Eoni designated to her and with a small swoosh she puts it on.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1132 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 01:28
  • msg #442

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Yes, the front two are still warded," the Sister replied.  "I couldn't reach all of them.

"Don't let that dog follow you up there, Grub!" she warned the man.  She added a glare for the dog, daring it to kill them all.
Grub
NPC, 14 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:05
  • msg #443

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah:
"Grub, see if you can open this black chest," she says, the bitterness at her inability to accomplish the task unmistakable.  "Eoni, are the other two magically trapped?  And we should mind the time; they won't stay away for long."


Grub had been admiring the wool emroidered sack when Sarah issues her statement requesting his service.

Grub twists his mouth and mumbles something, stuffs the wool sack in his belt pouch, and holds up his index finger to address Murphy. It's unclear if the dog understands anything the man just said, but he seems content with their interaction.

Then, he turns and looks at the trapped section of floor and the adjoining wall. Seconds later, he quickly scrabbles up the wall, over the danger area, and drops back to the floor inside the treasure vault. He turns around to regard Murphy, whom is now chewing a spot near her tail. He raises his index finger again and shakes it at the dog. Again, the dog seems oblivious. Grub laughs to himself and nearly trips over his own feet as he turns around. Fortunately, he bounds away from the trapped tiles and tries to cover the gaffe with a courtly bow. Close call.

Grub already has a slim metal file in hand as he approaches the dragonchest. Similar to Sarah, Grub is unable to pick the tricky lock.

Grub shrugs his shoulders and retrieves a crowbar that had been affixed to his backpack.

"Smash and grab?" he asks.
DM Pawn
GM, 1406 posts
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:08
  • msg #444

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah:
She takes the cape Eoni designated to her and with a small swoosh she puts it on.


The cape is quite striking on Sarah, and excellent accessory choice to be sure, and it evokes strong feelings of confidence within the young woman.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 22 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:19
  • msg #445

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth takes the circlet and carefully examines it. It's a nice piece of jewelry, to be sure, and the first tangible reward she has got from this job. Too bad they were probably going to die, she thinks to herself. Oh well, at least nobody would ever be able to tell the story about the time she wore a tiara...

The mercenary clumsily places the circlet on her brow and feels kind of awkward wearing the dainty thing. In truth, she would be better served with a helm, but there were none to be found. Still, she can't help but feel the magic within the item. But what did it do?

"I don't what this thing does, but I can tell it can do something..." she remarks.

Then, as an aside to Shmee and Rogar, "And, if by the grace of the gods we manage to get out of this place, if the either of you ever so much as says anything about me wearing this thing..." and she lets the threat hang, undisclosed.
Grub
NPC, 15 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:27
  • msg #446

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Lakshmi retrieves a dagger from the scabbard he keeps tucked into his leather boot and attempts to place it inside the much larger magic scabbard. Curiously, the magic scabbard adjusts to the size of Shmee's dagger, much to the mercenaries amazement.

When the man draws the dagger back out of the scabbard, anyone viewing the act cannot help but notice his dagger now has a very keen edge and even appears to glow faintly. "Very nice..." he comments while turning the blade over in his hand to admire its sharpness.
Rogar
NPC, 7 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:31
  • msg #447

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar takes the magic whip, grumbles a bit, and gives the whip a probing crack, aiming it at a nearby wall. The whip erupts in a cordon of flames as it strikes the wall, leaving the smell of...bacon in the air afterward.

Sadly, the whip does not appear to have conjured any cooked bacon from thin air, but the smell is unmistakable.

Rogar looks down and turns the whip over in his hands several times, shakes his head from side to side, and can't help but break out into a deep chuckle.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:38, Wed 17 Mar 2021.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 23 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 04:34
  • msg #448

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth remarks to Rogar with a smile, "No. You can't eat it, buddy."

"Damn shame though."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1133 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 15:44
  • msg #449

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"See if you can put more than one weapon through that scabbard," Dame Daflin suggested to Lakshmi.  "Maybe Laurenbeth's sword and then see how long it lasts.

"Let me try that tiara Laurenbeth," the Sister beckoned.  "If anyone isn't going to use what they have, see if someone else can use it to help us get out of here.  We'll figure out who keeps what when we're all still alive at the end."
Vaxfar
player, 131 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 15:46
  • msg #450

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods and puts on the emerald ring.

"Eoni, where to next, do we leave this place, or try the portal?"
DM Pawn
GM, 1407 posts
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 15:49
  • msg #451

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Vaxfar (msg # 450):

Similar to Eoni, Vaxfar feels a powerful tingling sensation through his body as soon as he slips on the ring, as though nothing could hold the Tiri Kitor warrior back.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1134 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 15:51
  • msg #452

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Unless it's something you've seen before," Dame Daflin replied to the elf, "Elam and I think that circle is just for summoning demons like the ones we've already seen.

"So unless we find another secret passage out of here, we're going to have to fight our way out."
Elam
player, 119 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Thu 18 Mar 2021
at 07:12
  • msg #453

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam had the new rod in his left hand and his and in his right.   He continued to look around as Eoni talked and waited till she finished to add to her words.

"I highly recommend if you have taken damage to drink a healing potion, and everyone should take one minimum to hold onto."

Keeping it simple, he scanned for a target in case something appeared.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 191 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 01:06
  • msg #454

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo tosses over the contents of the second chest, this time a bit more carefully due to the fragile nature of some of the items.
DM Pawn
GM, 1410 posts
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 01:08
  • msg #455

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The items are as follows:


A small velvet bag filled with 7 black pearls (500 gp each)

A blue potion of unknown type [Private to GM: of giant strength]

14 potions of healing

1 magic scroll [Private to GM: Leomund's Tiny Hut]

1 gold potion of unknown type[Private to GM:  of heroism]]
Eoni Daflin
player, 1137 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 01:27
  • msg #456

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Here, carry these and a healing potion," Dame Daflin said, handing Laurnbeth the bag of pearls and a potion.  The woman had seemed reluctant to give it up even after the fuss about trying it on so a swap might convince her she wouldn't be leaving empty handed.  "I'll try the tiara."

She handed the scroll to Elam and finally downed one of the healing potions.  Feeling that these may have been sitting in that chest for a while and perhaps a little stale, she downed a second one.  The second one convinced her they were definitely stale.

In any case, she made sure everyone else was handed one

She opened the gold potion to smell and take a small sip to see if she could figure out what it might do.  She held out the blue one to Elam to do the same after he'd looked over the scroll.

OOC: +5HP total to Eoni
Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 2.  Healing Potion, Eoni.
Eoni Daflin rolled 2 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 1.  Healing Potion, Eoni #2.

9 healing potions handed 1 to each of them.
2 drank by Eoni (total 3)
1 extra to Vaxfar (total 2)
2 extra to Ovo (total 3)
Sarah
player, 883 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 01:41
  • msg #457

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:

"So unless we find another secret passage out of here, we're going to have to fight our way out."


Having never looked, Sarah looks for a secret passage.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 24 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 32/32
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 01:57
  • msg #458

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Here, carry these and a healing potion," Dame Daflin said, handing Laurnbeth the bag of pearls and a potion.  The woman had seemed reluctant to give it up even after the fuss about trying it on so a swap might convince her she wouldn't be leaving empty handed.  "I'll try the tiara."


Laurenbeth takes the potion, says "thanks", and quickly drinks its contents. "Drink up while you can..."

She readily agrees to Eoni's trade and takes the bag of pearls while handing Eoni the tiara. "Looks more like your style anyway," she says.

OOC: Laurenbeth heals 3 hp.
DM Pawn
GM, 1411 posts
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:02
  • msg #459

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
She opened the gold potion to smell and take a small sip to see if she could figure out what it might do.  She held out the blue one to Elam to do the same after he'd looked over the scroll.


Drinking even a sip of the blue potion causes Eoni's blood to pump within her veins and invokes a feeling of great strength! It's quit tasty as well.

Drinking the gold potion hs a similar effect to the blue, but the taste is awful to Eoni. Bit too strong for her.
Elam
player, 120 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:02
  • msg #460

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam carefully opened up the scroll and looked it over to see if he recognized the spell or could read it.

After that was done, he took a small sip of the blue potion he had been handed and tried to see if he recognized it or could tell it's effects.

OOC: Checking the magical scroll and blue potion.
DM Pawn
GM, 1412 posts
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:03
  • msg #461

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah:
Eoni Daflin:

"So unless we find another secret passage out of here, we're going to have to fight our way out."


Having never looked, Sarah looks for a secret passage.


Sarah does not find any secret doors in the treasure vault.
DM Pawn
GM, 1413 posts
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:05
  • msg #462

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam:
Elam carefully opened up the scroll and looked it over to see if he recognized the spell or could read it.

After that was done, he took a small sip of the blue potion he had been handed and tried to see if he recognized it or could tell it's effects.

OOC: Checking the magical scroll and blue potion.


Elam examines the scroll and determines it is definitely arcane magic and written in a script he would understand...if he is willing to use his last magical resource of the day: read magic.

The blue potion invokes the same feelings within Elam as it did in Eoni--great strength.
Elam
player, 121 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:08
  • msg #463

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The blue potion would give someone a feeling of great strength.  Give me a moment and we will know what this scroll does."

He cast his last spell, read magic and examined the scroll.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 192 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:09
  • msg #464

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo drinks all three of his healing potions...

OOC: healed 11 hp
Elam
player, 122 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:13
  • msg #465

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam gave his healing potion to Ovo when he saw the dwarf wasn't to full strength.
DM Pawn
GM, 1414 posts
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:24
  • msg #466

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The arcane scroll is very, very unusual, and quite rare.

Developed by a legendary archmage by the name of Leomund, the spell is known as Leomund's Hidden Lodge...

This spell enables the wizard to magically call into being a sturdy cottage or lodge, made of material that is common in the area where the spell is cast - stone, timber, or (at worst) sod. The floor area of the lodging is 30 square feet per level of the spellcaster, and the surface is level, clean, and dry. In all respects the lodging resembles a normal cottage, with a sturdy door, two or more shuttered windows, and a small fireplace.

Moreover, the shelter is perfectly camouflaged to blend in with whatever terrain or surroundings are appropriate. It may appear as a house-sized boulder in rocky or mountainous areas, a sand dune, a deadfall, a small grassy knoll, or even a mighty tree. The spell also conceals all tell-tale signs of habitation, including any smoke, light, or sound coming from within the lodge.

Creatures or characters who are exceptionally well-tuned to their surroundings (elves, druids, rangers, and various sylvan monsters) may attempt a saving throw vs. spell to spot the hidden lodge if they pass within 30 feet; all other creatures cannot find the wizard’s refuge without the aid of true seeing or similar magic.

The interior is level, clean, and dry, and the whole thing is sturdily constructed from timber, stone, or sod. It is secure against winds of up to 100 miles per hour, impervious to normal missiles, and the doors, windows, and chimney have the option to be wizard locked and guarded by an alarm spell. Simple furnishings include up to ten bunks, a small writing desk, a trestle table and benches, and an optional unseen servant to wait on the wizard.

The material components are a square chip of stone, crushed lime, a few grains of sand, a sprinkle of water, and a splinter of wood, plus a crushed diamond worth at least 100 gold pieces. Optional components of this spell require their own casting and components.

Truly a once in a lifetime find!

OOC: this is a 5th level spell. castable from a scroll, but Elam is not high enough level to cast this from his spellbook.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 193 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:25
  • msg #467

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo thanks the pale wizard and drinks another...

OOC: much better

21:24, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 7 using 1d6+1 ((6)).
Elam
player, 123 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:37
  • msg #468

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam quickly babbled and let it be known what the spell was.  He called out fast and said everything he could.

"Tell me where to cast it and we can get the rest we need right now.  Then finish this much stronger."
This message was last edited by the player at 02:37, Fri 19 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1139 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 02:55
  • msg #469

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"How much room does it take up?" Dame Daflin asked.  "Will it fit in here without being obvious?"

It had sounded as though however well camouflaged this house would be, it would still be house sized.  The only place big enough to hide something like that was the cavern they'd passed through.

She set aside the gold strength potion to go to Ovo at his discretion.
Elam
player, 124 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 03:29
  • msg #470

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam started to count numbers fast out loud.

"A scroll is cast at the minimum caster ability to cast this.  I think this would be 300 square feet.  So that would be about 17 by 17, or 20 by 15, or something like that.  I think it shaped slightly to fit an area.  It would be a tight fit for all of us, but doable.  Should we collect what we can from here and fall back to the cavern to make this and rest? That is my suggestion."
Grub
NPC, 16 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 03:37
  • msg #471

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"See if you can put more than one weapon through that scabbard," Dame Daflin suggested to Lakshmi.  <Rose>"Maybe Laurenbeth's sword and then see how long it lasts.


Oblivious to the mathematical discussion now going on...

Shmee does as Eoni suggests, offering the scabbard to Rogar to test on his bastard sword. The sword should be too big for the scabbard, but it expands to accomodate the sword. The effect is the same--the sword appears to be sharper and glowing when it is removed from the scabbard. Then, Shmee offers it to Laurenbeth. Same effect.

Finally, Grub who had been toying with the wool bag and who now held a furry ball in his hand, which he pulled out of the bag, tries the scabbard.

Except, he drops the furry ball while doing so. The furry ball falls to the ground and immediatey expands like a circus balloon and magically takes the shape of a shaggy grey wolf!

Grub's jaw drops upon seeing this. Murphy begins to growl. The wolf just stands there, its eyes locked on Grub but not otherwise making any sudden movements.

"Guys. Wolf..." Grub says in the clearest voice of the past two weeks.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:38, Fri 19 Mar 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1140 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 03:54
  • msg #472

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Keep it off the step!" Dame Daflin blurted upon seeing a new canine menace among them.  "Can you get it back in the bag?

"And get that last chest open any way you can," she added.
Grub
NPC, 17 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 04:09
  • msg #473

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Keep it off the step!" Dame Daflin blurted upon seeing a new canine menace among them.  <Rose>"Can you get it back in the bag?


Grub shrugs, points at the wolf, shakes his finger and mumbles, "Get back in there, wolf..."

The wolf whines in protest and moments later reverts back into a fuzzy ball. This sets Murphy off. The poor girl has seen too much and begins barking quite loudly at this latest display.

Grub then turns to reproach Murphy, which causes the otherwise well-behaved dog to growl low and give one final forceful bark before forecefully blowing air out of her jowls.

The wolf and dog situation handled, Grub shakes his head and turns his attention to cracking the lock with the crowbar. Several moments later he breaks the lock and forces the black chest open.

Inside he finds:

6 bags of low-quality gemstones (100 gp each)
1 bag of higher-quality gemstones (500 gp)

He examines each briefly, pouring the contents into his hand, before returning them to their bags and placing them in his larger belt pouch. He is not secretive about any of this and does all in plain sight, for all to see.

"Safekeeping," he mumbles.

He looks down at the magic bag of tricks and whispers something to himself, but looks quite pleased.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:41, Fri 19 Mar 2021.
Sarah
player, 885 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 18:26
  • msg #474

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'm not finding a way out of here, so unless we want to take more time to deal with the two enchanted chests, I think we're done.  And if that's the case, the sooner we go the better.

Although --"

Sarah smiles slightly.


" -- they might not expect us to just stand still."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1141 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 19 Mar 2021
at 20:06
  • msg #475

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"All right, then," Dame Daflin replied to Sarah.  "The three of you get to this side carefully and we'll try to push back to the cavern.

"If we can get into the cavern we'll try the scroll.  But it won't work if there's anyone or anything watching us do it.  We can't just disappear with them watching and I don't want to face off with that lightning beast from the pit.

"So everybody line up and we'll try to fight our way to some place a little more defensible than this.  It's a little too tight in here for us to last very long if they tried to smoke us out."
Elam
player, 125 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 22:08
  • msg #476

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam didn’t say anything and simply nodded.

He held the rod in his left hand and wand in his right.  He walked carefully over near Ovo.  He could see over the dwarf and was ready to move.
Vaxfar
player, 132 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 00:36
  • msg #477

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"If you you think its safe to tie ropes to those two enchanted chests, I say before we leave, we drag them after us.  Once they hit that top stair, who knows, they may set off each others traps.  Why leave anything behind for the Fane to use later.  Or maybe, it'll blow them open for us to pillage."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1142 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 00:48
  • msg #478

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"If we're able to rest," Dame Daflin said to the elf, "I can dispel the arcane traps on the chests if we get the chance.

"We also don't have the time right now to delay here any further," she added.

Waving to the dwarf, she indicated her readiness to depart.
Sarah
player, 886 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 17:00
  • msg #479

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah readies her crossbow and gets to the designated spot.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 194 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 17:22
  • msg #480

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo prepares himself for the jump back across the trapped section of floor by securing his loose items, moving to the end of the chamber to get a good running start, taking a deep breath, and letting those strong dwarven legs pump as he charges toward the stairs.

The dwarf long jumps over the tiles and arcs toward the stairs. Landing on uneven stairs proves quite a bit more difficult than landing on a flat surface and he clatters and bangs noisily down the stairs before stopping his tumble all the way down the stairs.

It was a dangerous gambit, and one he is shaken-up from, but fortunately not otherwise seriously injured.
Grub
NPC, 18 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 10/10
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 17:25
  • msg #481

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub holds his breath while watching Ovo jump across the trap. When that is done, he calmly scales the wall and softly drops back down onto the stairs next to Ovo.

"Nice jump," he whispers.
DM Pawn
GM, 1415 posts
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 17:39
  • msg #482

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having decided upon a course of action, the party reassembles at the bottom of the stairs and files through the secret door into the bedchamber. The party does not see any enemies within the bedchamber, though the bed is messed up from their previous encounter with the erinyes. The furniture that the party used to barricade the door has been tossed aside and the room is in shambles.

In any event, the party eventually reaches the hallway, and presumably looks out the door. The door leading into summoning chamber, across the hall is thrown open. The party does not see or hear any activity within the summoning chamber. Looking to the east, toward the outer sanctum, the party sees the bodies of the hobgoblins they fought here. They still lie on the floor of this chamber. The party also hears panicked shouts somewhere down this hallway, likely toward the iron door that leads to the underground cavern--their destination.

Presumably, a party member scouts ahead...

Entering the outer sanctum, it appears much as it did before, save for the addition of slain hobgoblins cast about the chamber. Again, this chamber is dominated by a three-tiered circular platform. Five sinuous stone dragon necks arc up from around the second tier, their heads turned upward to aim open maws at a pulsating hemisphere set in the ceiling above. Within each of the dragon's jaw glows a brilliant sphere of rapidly pulsating light, shifting from white to red to green to blue to black. The ceiling here rises to a 30-foot high dome. An alcove in the sanctum's northern section houses a 10-foot wide shaft leading up through a ceiling. Glowing runes surround a section of floor beneath this shaft. The scout hears what sounds like strange chants coming from somewhere above, buried in the darkness of the shaft.

Turning attention to the south, the scout sees their slain companion, Dergan, lying in the corridor leading to the large iron door. The iron door is closed and standing in front of the door are the Blackspawn Raiders and warpriests who previously fled from Vaxfar's wand of fear. They are huddled against the door and appear to be in a state of panic.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1143 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 22:07
  • msg #483

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Things were going as well as could be expected, given he circumstances, but the group huddled at the iron door was not encouraging.

"Either it's locked from the other side or that creature isn't particular about what it eats," Dame Daflin observed.  She looked back in the other direction toward the shaft and distant chanting. The light of her tiara winked as she turned her head.  It looked a little odd to be wearing two tiara's, but the new gold one hadn't given her any indications of it's use, just yet.

"Ovo, Vaxfar," she said, "push forward with Laurenbeth and Rogar to see if we can get them through the door.  If it looks like they're going to fight, back off and we'll get ready for them.

"I'd really like them to try the door, though."

"Sarah, Grub," she asked, her tiara winking again as she turned to the pair, "do either of you think you could climb that shaft to see if it might be another way out?

"If these guards didn't come through the door, they had to have come from somewhere."
Sarah
player, 887 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 23:09
  • msg #484

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah stows her crossbow and attempts a climb . . .
DM Pawn
GM, 1416 posts
Mon 22 Mar 2021
at 02:41
  • msg #485

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah looks for a good way to climb up to reach the shaft and eventually does so. However, she discovers the walls of the shaft are polished smooth and impossible to climb without magic or a rope secured from above. Glancing up into the shaft, Sarah estimates the shaft continues upward for 100 feet or so. She can vaguely make out light above and can clearly chants echoing off the shaft's walls.

Presumably, Sarah scrambles back down to the ground, where she notices the strange glowing runes at the base of the shaft. At the center of these runes are five gems set in a pedestal: one red, one black, one blue, one green, and one white.

Meanwhile, the guards near the closed large iron door notice the adventurers and quickly throw the door open and flee into the large cavern, leaving the iron door partially open.
Elam
player, 126 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Mon 22 Mar 2021
at 22:50
  • msg #486

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam kept quiet but resembled an owl.

His head was on a swivel looking for a problem and he had his wand extended in his right hand and rod held in his left.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1144 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 23 Mar 2021
at 23:45
  • msg #487

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Vaxfar," Dame Daflin called forward, "see if that creature appears and whether they leave the cavern."

If they were going to stick to their plan, they needed to make sure the monster remained in it's pit and the cavern was empty.
Vaxfar
player, 133 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Tue 23 Mar 2021
at 23:53
  • msg #488

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar was already headed forward and moves to the iron door, without touching it, and peers inside, first a quick look, then, more and more if nothing is waiting to eat or zap him.
DM Pawn
GM, 1417 posts
Thu 25 Mar 2021
at 00:19
  • msg #489

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar catches a glimpse of the fleeing hobgoblins and Blackspawn Raiders as they scramble down the terraced cavern toward the corridor at the cavern's far southwest corner. The elf scans the subterranean cavern but does not see any evidene of the behir. The massive foe was either invisible, hiding very well, or elsewhere at the moment--perhaps stalking within the deep pit at the cavern's southeast corner?

In any event, the elf does not see the multi-legged dragon-like monster at the moment.

Eventually, the hobgoblins and Blackspawn Raiders disappear out of sight as they flee down the secret door leading to the Temple of Tiamat.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1145 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 25 Mar 2021
at 16:26
  • msg #490

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin looked back to see how Sarah was doing while she hoped for a favorable report from the elf.
Vaxfar
player, 134 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Thu 25 Mar 2021
at 18:46
  • msg #491

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar takes another moment to look at the ceiling to be sure that dang lizard couldn't climb upside down, if he still sees no sign of it, he returns and reports his observations.
Sarah
player, 888 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 26 Mar 2021
at 02:10
  • msg #492

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
Dame Daflin looked back to see how Sarah was doing while she hoped for a favorable report from the elf.

Sarah reports on her difficulties and the near impossibility of climbing up.

"And I'm not sure we want to; I could hear several voices chanting.  I don't know if it has anything to do with the glowing gems, but wouldn't be surprised.  But magic's not my thing, I'm afraid."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1146 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 26 Mar 2021
at 03:14
  • msg #493

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I don't know what the chanting is about, either," Dame Daflin confessed.  "I assume it should have something to do with us, but I'm not sure.

"Vaxfar reports that the cavern is empty so let's go with the original plan and hunker down right under their noses."

She turned and waved for Vaxfar and Ovo to lead the way into the cavern.

"Elam, find us a spot for that spell and get it ready," she said to the wizard.
Elam
player, 127 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/17
Fri 26 Mar 2021
at 23:30
  • msg #494

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam sighs and peers into the yawning cavern with some degree of trepidation. The wizard knows not seeing evidence of the behir was no indication of whether it as laying in wait somewhere, especially that dark pit to say nothing of the distinct possibility it was hiding in plain sight.

"Alright," he finally replies while retrieving the scroll from within the folds of his robes.

He takes a few cautious steps into the cavern, sticking to the shadows where possible, and attempts to circumnavigate the cavern on its north edge. He takes care to keep as much distance between himself and the pit.

OOC: Elam tries to reach the westernmost alcove on the cavern's second tier. If he reaches it without being spotted or eaten, he casts the scroll and places the Secure Shelter in the alcove.
DM Pawn
GM, 1418 posts
Sat 27 Mar 2021
at 00:55
  • msg #495

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam is able to reach the alcove at the cavern's far west reaches with little incident. The Blackspawn Raiders and hobgoblin warpriests have apparently fled from the cavern and the behir has now emerged from the pit or elsewhere.

Once there, the wizard casts the powerful spell from the scroll and creates a magical shelter, giving his beleaguered companions a chance to live to fight another day.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1147 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 27 Mar 2021
at 16:04
  • msg #496

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Everybody inside," Dame Daflin whispered as she counted heads to make sure everyone was inside before closing the door.  She even made sure the dog made it inside.  It would be just their luck the dog would be outside barking at their hiding spot as they slept away inside all night.
DM Pawn
GM, 1419 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 03:17
  • msg #497

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth, Rogar, Shmee, Grub, and Murphy proceed with equal parts caution and a sense of urgency toward the magical shelter, which now simply appears to be part of the cavern wall. Presumably, the rest of the party follows suit and soon, file through the secure shelter's door.

Inside, they find the lodge quite spacious and furnished similar to a hunting lodge, with simple but comfortable accommodations. There are ten bunks, a small writing desks, footlockers, a few sitting chairs, and even a small fireplace! There are also shuttered windows, allowing one to view the cavern outside, and two doors.

Once the last of the party member's has filed through, Elam steps inside and shuts the door.

OOC: Let's assume the party makes it to the shelter without incident.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1148 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 04:17
  • msg #498

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Do you really think we can start a fire in that hearth without anyone outside knowing?" Dame Daflin asked Elam as she looked around at the interior of the magical cottage.  Counting beds, she was chagrined to see that even the dog would have it's own bed.

Though nearly exhausted by their frightful day, the Sister of Avandra spoke a prayer for Avandra's Grace to provide succor for the dwarf's injuries.

OOC:
Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d6.  New hit points, 8th level.  Max up to 34 HP.
Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds, Ovo.
Vaxfar
player, 135 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 17:25
  • msg #499

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing a cot, and the chance to actually rest, Vaxfar quickly settles down, drinking some water before lying back.  Only meaning to rest his eyes and sore body, he almost immediately falls asleep.
Elam
player, 128 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/20
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 22:57
  • msg #500

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Do you really think we can start a fire in that hearth without anyone outside knowing?" Dame Daflin asked Elam as she looked around at the interior of the magical cottage.  Counting beds, she was chagrined to see that even the dog would have it's own bed.


"Based on what I could tell from reading the scroll, those outside will be entirely unaware of our presence. That is, unless they have very powerful means to pierce the magical veil."

He stops to consider this point, "in which point, whether we light a fire or not is immaterial."

He sighs and continues, "I know this will do little to put anyone's mind at ease, but we are either going to be entirely safe here. Or we won't. At this point, I suppose we have few options. I suspect the entrance is crawling with guards."

The wizard then assesses the cottage's interior, sees Vaxfar already settled in, and finds his own bunk. "Might as well get some rest."
This message was lightly edited by the player at 23:02, Mon 29 Mar 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 195 posts
Axe For Hire 6
AC 3 (1) HP 10/47
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 23:01
  • msg #501

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo thanks Dame Eoni for the healing and surveys the surroundings for himself. Similar to Eoni, he is a tad bit concerned about resting right under the Wyrmlord's nose and perhaps not as confident as the wizard when it comes to the security of the cottage.

He is reluctant to strip off armor at first, but does so after a while so he can properly attend to his wounds and the like.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1149 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 23:30
  • msg #502

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Agreeing with the wizard's logic, the Sister began to arrange a fire for cooking a hot meal.  Something they all could use.
DM Pawn
GM, 1424 posts
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 15:41
  • msg #503

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The adventuring company eventually settles into the enchanted cottage's cozy confines, right under the nose of the fanatical devotees of Tiamat, and presumably without any of their knowledge. From within their shelter, the party has an unobstructed views of the grand cavern, and through their watch rotations, they see a steady stream of activity.

Blackspawn Raiders seem to be on regular patrols now, generally in groups of three, going to and from from the temple to the inner sanctum. Numerous patrols pass within 10 feet of the cottage numerous times, each time unaware of its existence. Truly a magnificent and useful spell.

The behir emerged from from the dark chasm on two separate occasions. The first time it cames forth to growl at a Blackspawn Raider patrol. The draconic humanoids quickly shuffled through the area and the behir seemed to gloat afterward. The second time, it emerged to confront another patrol a few hours later. This time, the Raiders entered a verbal confrontation with the behir. This went on for a few moments before the behir belched a volley of lightning that struck all three to the ground. Afterward, the monster played with their charred bodies for a time before consuming all three, each in a single gulp.

Another unusual occurrence while resting in the cottage was the fact Grub and Murphy snored in unison through most of the night. Eoni may have been content to know Murphy slept in the same bed as Grub, leaving one spare bunk.

In any event, the party gains some much needed rest.

OOC: Here is what I have for HP totals, without accounting for rest HP, which is 1d3 + level + Constitution bonus hit points/day.


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    **add rest HP**
Ovo       1  47/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  23/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    **add rest HP**

Lauren    5  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Shmee     7  23/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7  11/11  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
</b>
</Orange>
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Sarah
player, 890 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 14:36
  • msg #504

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Assuming the best outcome for us, they think we left.  But now what?  We don't have a ready way to advance further in the Fane."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1154 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 02:45
  • msg #505

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The first thing we do is head back to those last two chests to see what's left," Dame Daflin outlined their next steps.

"I can clear the magical traps if they haven't already been emptied and hope for more useful items.  They won't be suspecting it and we may be able to pick off a few more of them on our way.

"Then we backtrack the way we came in to search out a new path deeper into the mountain.  Now that they're in disarray, we'll try to engage and destroy any group we find, trying to prevent them from warning anyone else of our location.

"Any other ideas?"

The Sister of Avandra also spent some time that morning to use her staff on herself and Vaxfar.

OOC:
Eoni Daflin rolled 10 using 1d3+8.  Overnight Rest.
Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Eoni.

Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Vaxfar.
Vaxfar
player, 137 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 24/37
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 00:31
  • msg #506

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods, and gives thanks for Eoni's healing.  After sleep, and healing, he is feeling a whole world better than yesterday.

"How long will this, magical place remain here for us to return to if need be Elam?"

"Too bad we can't just hide here until that big lizard eats the rest of the patrols for us".

In watching the patrols, we they fairly regularly timed, can we estimate when they come and how long between?  If so, we should time it to go after the other chests right after the next patrol leaves the area to give maximum time to explore.
Elam
player, 129 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 16/20
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 00:43
  • msg #507

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar:
<Green>"How long will this, magical place remain here for us to return to if need be Elam?"


Elam had been studying his spellbook for quite some time before Vaxfar queries him. The wizard doesn't take his eyes off his magic tome but answers, "Unfortunately, we maybe have another two to three hours before the effects of this wondrous spell...fade."

There is sadness in Elam's voice. If only he could have committed the spell to his spellbook...
DM Pawn
GM, 1425 posts
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 00:46
  • msg #508

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar estimates the Blackspawn have patrolled through the area every hour, on the hour. Apparently, Wyrmlord Kul runs a pretty tight operation. But this should really come as no surprise to the adventurers, for hobgoblins are known for their incredible military discipline and above average tactical prowess.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1155 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 04:18
  • msg #509

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We'll follow your lead after a hot breakfast," Dame Daflin said, once more taking over the hearth.
Sarah
player, 891 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 01:28
  • msg #510

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Is there a way to determine what powers these items possess?  A more accurate way than trial and error?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1156 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 01:57
  • msg #511

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Not that I know of," Dame Daflin replied to Sarah.  "Unless Elam knows of something.

"Even if we can't figure them all out, I think we did well to capture them before they could be used against us."
DM Pawn
GM, 1426 posts
Fri 9 Apr 2021
at 17:46
  • msg #512

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The company finishes their breakfast and prepares to set out from the secure shelter. Elam suggests simply using the magic items will eventually reveal their secrets. Had he access to a proper magical library, he may be able to provide more insight, but they are far away from such luxuries.

In any event, Elam once again suggests the party has limited time remaining before the spell ends.

OOC: Where to?
Eoni Daflin
player, 1157 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 9 Apr 2021
at 17:55
  • msg #513

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We'll head back to the chest room, quietly," Dame Daflin directed.  "We'll pick up what's in the last two chests and then work our way out again.

"Sarah and Vaxfar take the lead to scout ahead quietly and the rest will follow a short ways behind.  Sarah can check to see if they've put that electrical shock back on the door before we go through.

"If that thing in the pit starts moving, we run."

Unless there are questions, once everyone is ready, she waves for them to move out.
DM Pawn
GM, 1427 posts
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 00:56
  • msg #514

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Assuming everyone sticks to Dame Eoni's plan, Sarah and Vaxfar exit the secure shelter and scout ahead of the rest of the party. The duo exercise great caution trying to remain as quiet as possible while still moving at a good pace. Presumably, they skirt the dark pit and proceed to the huge double doors that lead into the inner sanctum and the treasury beyond.

The behir does not emerge from the pit.

Arriving here, the party finds the doors closed. Sarah visually inspects the door for signs the trap has been reactivated and finds none.
Sarah
player, 892 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 13:14
  • msg #515

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Finding no traps, Sarah glances back and nods.  She then returns her attention to the door and opens it (unlocking it first if necessary).
Eoni Daflin
player, 1158 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 13:23
  • msg #516

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Once they see the door open, Dame Daflin will hustle the others after them while trying to remain quiet.  The creature of the pit was too much for them to survive.
DM Pawn
GM, 1428 posts
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 13:39
  • msg #517

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah is able to unlock the door without being zapped for her efforts, though she is reminded of the peril by the blasted flagstone beneath the door, evidence of Dergan's recent demise.

Pushing the large, stone double doors open, Sarah immediately sees six Blackspawn Raiders flanking either side of the wide corridor ahead. The six pivot in unison as the door swings open, their draconic eyes narrowing as they take in the young woman at the door. All six draw scimitars and advance on Sarah

OOC: The 6 Raiders are located in the 15 x 25 corridor leading to the outer sanctum--3 on each side, standing guard. They are moving toward Sarah now and will reach her this round (enemies win initiative). Sarah, and only Sarah may take an action before they are upon her.

Let's assume Sarah has opened the door just enough to look through, so her head is visible.
Sarah
player, 894 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 15:02
  • msg #518

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah decides that she is in the way.  "Six!" she says as she backs up to let the sturdier and better-protected Vaxfar and Ovo absorb the rush.

Once behind the line, she readies her crossbow.
DM Pawn
GM, 1430 posts
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 15:27
  • msg #519

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Five of the six Blackspawn Raiders bark out rallying cries in an unknown tongue and advance with haste upon the door as Sarah darts away. The sixth retrieves what looks like a dragon's horn it wears around its neck and blasts an ear-splitting alarm that echoes through the stone corridor, through the open door, and into the large cavern.

Five of the Blackspawn Raiders rush the stone doors and slam them shut with a thunderous clap.

Shortly after the horn blasts and the doors slam, the adventurers hear a hissing roar rise up from the dark pit and then what sounds like numerous iron spikes piercing stone!

OOC: The double doors are now shut. The adventurers are all on the landing on the south side of the double doors, about 30 feet distant and 15 feet above the pit.


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste
Vaxfar    2  37/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  47/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste
Lauren    5  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    Haste
Rogar     4  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    Haste
Shmee     7  23/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Grub      7  14/14  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Haste
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:14, Mon 12 Apr 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1159 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 22:08
  • msg #520

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Back!" Dame Daflin now shouted and turned to wave the others back.  "Back the other way!  We can't get trapped against this door!

"Run for the other exit!"

They had to get there before that thing cleared the pit and spotted them.  Those heavy doors would take them too long to push through six holding them closed or barred.

OOC: Maximum warp Mr Sulu!  Good luck Ovo!
Elam
player, 129 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sun 11 Apr 2021
at 22:54
  • msg #521

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Blood courses though Elam's body as the severity of the situation weighs in. The wizard recognizes the party has little chance of outrunning the behir, should it come to a footrace, and begins to quickly recite arcane words of power...

A rush of magical energy washes over the adventurers and time around them seems to slow.

"Go! Go!" he calls out, echoing Eoni's previous command.

OOC: Casting Haste on the entire party...

Haste (reversible)
Level: 3
Duration: 3 turns
Range: 240ft
This spell makes creatures move and act more quickly than
normal. A maximum of 24 creatures within a diameter of 60 ft
may be affected. A hasted creature may make double the
normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast
a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of
movement (including land movement, burrow, climb, fly, and
swim) double in speed. Multiple haste effects do not stack.
Haste dispels and counters slow effects.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:00, Mon 12 Apr 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 196 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Mon 12 Apr 2021
at 00:56
  • msg #522

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo sighs in exasperation at being led through another mad-dash through this infernal fane. But, the dwarf was loyal to a fault and had accepted Dame Eoni as the de facto party leader when he joined up with this outfit.

Still, he could do with less running and more axe-swinging, especially now that he had obtained the adamantine dwarven waraxe. He sorely wanted to put it to use, but it looked like that opportunity would be delayed.

Ovo begins pumping his legs and finds, to his amazement, he runs much faster than he is used to. Likely elven magic at work, because his rest wasn't that good.

The dwarf hops down and over obstacles within the natural cavern with ease, his stout legs carrying him toward the southwest exit.

OOC: Run 60 feet toward the sw exit.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 25 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Mon 12 Apr 2021
at 01:07
  • msg #523

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth curses and shoots a questioning glance Eoni's way, as if to say, "you sure about this?"

Seeing the dwarf already committed to this foolishness, Laurenbeth hisses to her crew, "you heard the lady. To it!"

Rogar, Shmee, and Grub follow suit. A few seconds later, Murphy barks once, and races off after Grub, quickly covering the lost distance.

The mercenaries vastly outpace Ovo and all blaze past the dwarf as if he were standing still.

Laurenbeth shouts over her shoulder as she is pulling away,"Keep up old timer!"

Moment later, the mercenaries are are standing outside the closed secret door leading into the temple.
Sarah
player, 896 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 12 Apr 2021
at 14:12
  • msg #524

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah follows.

Everyone is probably too focused on running to notice the expression on her face or the intense mumbling she is engaged in.

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
She is clearly not happy and seems to be lecturing herself.

Eoni Daflin
player, 1162 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 12 Apr 2021
at 15:03
  • msg #525

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin didn't hold back and sprinted with the rest for the other exit.  She'd underestimated how organized and prepared they were this deep in their demesne.
DM Pawn
GM, 1434 posts
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 15:49
  • msg #526

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni, Sarah, Vaxfar, Laurenbeth, Rogar, Shmee, Grub, and Murph make it to the closed secret door at the far end of the tunnel southwest of the cavern. Ovo is racing across the cavern, running along the second tier, about 20 feet away from the natural staircase leading down the ground floor. Elam remains just ouside the large stone double door, having spent his time casting haste on the party. The wizard can only look on in horror as the frighteningly fast. twelve-legged snake-like reptilian monster slithers up from the dark pit. It flicks its long tongue out, tasting the air, while sweeping its horned head from left to right, before darting after the fleeing dwarf!

The frightful imagery only worsens for the wizard and more importantly, Ovo, who has no chance of outrunning the behir, even while hasted. The monster quickly covers the distance between the pit and the dwarf. Ovo, sensing a lost cause, turns around and does his best to defend against the monster. But, the behir is simply too fast. The monster bites down onto Ovo's arm with its massive jaws, tosses the dwarf in the air, and rapidly coils its long, serpentine body around him!

Ovo cries out in agony and the behir constricts and crushes!

Perhaps those huddled outside the secret door hear Ovo cries echo though the tunnel, but Elam has an unobstructed view of it!

OOC: Ovo took 8 points of damage and is effectively grappled.


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste
Vaxfar    2  37/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  39/47   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste
Lauren    5  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    Haste
Rogar     4  27/27  8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20    Haste
Shmee     7  23/23  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Grub      7  14/14  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20    Haste
[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 197 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 16:05
  • msg #527

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo grunts out in protest and thrases against the behir, eventually working himself free of the monster's clutches. Once free, he turns to face off against the gargantuan monster, with dwarven war axe and shield at the ready. He stares up at the horrific thing and channels memories of the valorous deeds of his forefathers. If this was going to be the end of Ovo Goldenshield, let it not be said he died a coward!

"C'mon then, beastie!" he shouts up in defiance of the menacing monster while popping the cork off a vial and chugging a potion of giant strength. He casually tosses the empty vial aside and braces himself...

OOC: Two actions. Rolled a 20 on the check to break free. Drank a potion. I see this action as very in-character for Ovo, as he has had a track record of not easily breaking from battle. Let's see how this goes...
Eoni Daflin
player, 1163 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 16:15
  • msg #528

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Use that sharpener sheath all around if you haven't already," Dame Daflin said to Lakshmi as she looked back down the corridor after the dwarf's cries.  Elam hadn't made it either, but the wizard might be able to make the magic dash on his own.

"If he can't make it through on his own, we'll go back and see if there's a chance we can save him," she added grimly.  The dwarf had a habit of not following her plans and drawing others into danger with him.

For her own part, she called upon the Blessing of Avandra's Grace to bolster their spirits and verve.

OOC: Cast Bless for +1 to hit and damage for the next 60 minutes.  All but Ovo and Elam are in range.
Elam
NPC, 130 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 16:16
  • msg #529

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam is momentarily relieved to see Ovo break free of the behir's grasp. But the relief is fleeting, because instead of running away, the stubborn dwarf decided try to battle the monster by himself. Sighing, Elam begins chanting again, this time new magical syllables he has only recently unlocked.

The wizard shapes a rough dome of ice around the behir's massive body, effectively caging the monster, though it is still visible through the ice.

His work done, Elam sprints across the cavern, pausing momentarily beside Ovo, "Run, you fool!", he hisses, before covering the rest of the distance to the secret door.

OOC: Two actions. Cast Wall of Ice. Run to exit.
Vaxfar
player, 138 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 22:23
  • msg #530

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar had pulled his sword and decided he'd had just about enough of that lizard, hasted, and with his new ring, he would see if a dwarf and elf could cut that thing down.

When the dome of ice rises, he frowns a moment,  but then moves away from the others and swings his sword around, if the thing can see him through the ice, maybe it will try to use its lightning breathe.  Maybe the thing will steam itself like a big lobster.
Sarah
player, 897 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 14:17
  • msg #531

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah has her crossbow, but realizes it will do little to put the beast in peril -- and she isn't sure if she can fire through the icy prison Elam has constructed.  So she waits and hopes the others get a move on.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 26 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 15:00
  • msg #532

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth catches her breath after reaching the closed secret door and then looks back to the others.

"We going through or not?" she asks.
Grub
NPC, 19 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 15:01
  • msg #533

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub shrugs his shoulders, searches for the mechanism to open the door, finds it, and awaits further instructions.
DM Pawn
GM, 1435 posts
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 15:12
  • msg #534

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The behir rages and thrashes its considerable frame against the ice dome, sending an explosion of broken ice down on Ovo, but some shards also pierce the behir's hide in the process. Once free of its icy prison, the behir hisses at Ovo, while electrical streaks illuminate the terrible monster's serpentine neck.

OOC: Behir took 4 damage from breaking through the ice

Behir
AC: 4
HP: 53/57


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Vaxfar    2  37/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  39/47   5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17    Haste, Giant Strength
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Rogar     4  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Shmee     7  23/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Bless Duration: 6 turns (1 hour), cast at beginning of behir encounter
Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 10 turns (100 minutes), drank at beginning of behir encounter

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:04, Wed 14 Apr 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 198 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 15:22
  • msg #535

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo turns his head and spits in defiance of the behir's intimidation attempt before launching into a flurry of slashing overhead chops and backswings with his newly acquired adamantine dwarven waraxe. The darkly-tinted weapon hums a dwarven chant in Ovo's hands, his attacks amplified by the weapon's ancestral powers.

Ovo strikes the creature twice, driving the axe first into the creature's front leg and then into its chest. The dwarven warrior seems to now be in a trance-like state, all his training brought to bear against this most fierce foe.

OOC: Hit for 18 points of damage
Vaxfar
player, 139 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 15:50
  • msg #536

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Ovo fighting the Dragon, er Snake, er Centipede...alone, shames the fierce elf who using his hasted speed rushes to help, swinging at the beast and drawing a minor hit to it.


11:48, Today: Vaxfar rolled 6 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 4.  damage.

11:48, Today: Vaxfar rolled 7 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 5. miss

11:48, Today: Vaxfar rolled 12 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 10.  attack. hit
Eoni Daflin
player, 1164 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 19:12
  • msg #537

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Ovo's holding his own," Dame Daflin said, looking back at the foolhardy dwarf.  He'd once again drawn them into a fight she'd obviously wanted to avoid.

"Hold back until it uses it's lightning," she continued grimly, remembering Dergen's demise, "then move in to back him up."

This wasn't a fight they needed to have and she was once again not happy with the dwarf.  He was now higher on her list of annoyances than the dog.
Elam
NPC, 130 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 20:20
  • msg #538

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam had just reached the secret door when he saw Vaxfar charge out of the tunnel and back into the fray. Though he wasn't close with any of these adventurers, he didn't feel completely at ease with allowing the elf and dwarf to face the monster by themselves. Esepcially when he had talents to bring to the fight.

He mutters something that sounds like a curse and then stalks the short distance to the end of the tunnel. There, he pulls out a wand and fires a rapid succession of three magic missiles at the behir. All three hit.

"So much for that," he says, returning the now chargeless wand to his satchel.

OOC: Nice! Hit for 17 points of damage!

15:19, Today: Elam rolled 17 using 3d6+3 with rolls of 3,5,6.  magic missile damage.
This message was last updated by the player at 20:20, Wed 14 Apr 2021.
Sarah
player, 898 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 01:24
  • msg #539

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing that retreat isn't in the cards, Sarah fires and nips the large beast.


20:24, Today: Sarah rolled 13,2 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 10,2.  Crossbow (13 to hit).
DM Pawn
GM, 1437 posts
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 15:51
  • msg #540

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo, Elam, Vaxfar, and Sarah deliver a blistering series of punishing blows to the behir in rapid succession. The huge monster was not expecting this much resistance and had clearly underestimated these adventurers as easy pickings. Not so.

The behir is clearly on the ropes and keen enough of a predator to have a decent sense of self-preservation. This is not a fight it is going to win, at least not this time. Maybe later.

The behir quickly turns tail and retreats back toward the dark chasm...




OOC: Ovo and Vaxfar get one free attack (+2) as the behir full retreats from the battlefield. The behir will easily reach and disappear down the pit on its turn, unless Ovo or Vaxfar take it down first. No pressure.

Behir
AC: 4
HP: 10/57


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Vaxfar    2  37/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  39/47   5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17    Haste, Giant Strength
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Rogar     4  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Shmee     7  23/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Bless Duration: 6 turns (1 hour), cast at beginning of behir encounter
Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 10 turns (100 minutes), drank at beginning of behir encounter

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 199 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 15:55
  • msg #541

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo swings the adamantine waraxe at the fleeing behir and connects with a solid raking slash that rips through the monster's hide.

"Not so tough now, are ye?" Ovo taunts, clearly enjoying the thrill of facing down such a formidable foe.

OOC: Hit for 8 points of damage.

10:51, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 10,8 using d20+4,2d8+4 ((6,2,2)).
Sarah
player, 900 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 17 Apr 2021
at 13:57
  • msg #542

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah brings her crossbow to bear but holds her fire upon realizing she does not have a viable shot to take against the retreating behir.
Elam
player, 133 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sat 17 Apr 2021
at 14:12
  • msg #543

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

OOc: can I safely cast magic missile?
Vaxfar
player, 140 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Sat 17 Apr 2021
at 14:18
  • msg #544

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar sees the behir is turning to run, and holds his swing until the creatures soft underbelly is in view between it's many, many legs and then,  he steps forward and drives his long blade up to the hilt into the side of the creature!


10:15, Today: Vaxfar rolled 10 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 8.  damages.  MAX DAMAGE

10:15, Today: Vaxfar rolled 17 using 1d20+4 with rolls of 13.  attack.  HIT
DM Pawn
GM, 1440 posts
Sat 17 Apr 2021
at 16:06
  • msg #545

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo and Vaxfar viciously strike down the behir before it has a chance to flee back into its hole. The behir hisses in agony as it first collapses to the floor, its many legs scrabbling for purchase yet finding none, and then as it slumps to the floor and succumbs to its grievous wounds.

The behir is slain!
Eoni Daflin
player, 1166 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 01:43
  • msg #546

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin was still not pleased by the dwarf's actions.  They may have been victorious this time, but it could easily have gone the other way.

"We go back to the stone doors," she said, switching directions once again.  Without the creature from the pit, they had time to try the chests again.

"Sarah," she said, turning to the young woman, "could you see what closed the doors on you?"
Sarah
player, 902 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 15:31
  • msg #547

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
"Sarah," she said, turning to the young woman, "could you see what closed the doors on you?"


Sarah nods.  "Six raiders.  Five closed the door, one blew the horn.  They may have been been wary themselves of the behir, and being overly confident of our demise won't stir for fear of encountering it themselves.  Or, they're venturing out to see what happened if they can tell the sounds of fighting are over."

She turns and, sticking to the shadows she heads back to the door -- alert, lest her last surmise be the correct one.
Vaxfar
player, 142 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 16:14
  • msg #548

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Let's go kill those raiders while the spell of speed is still upon us, they won't be expecting us to have lived....we might surprise them".
DM Pawn
GM, 1442 posts
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 21:05
  • msg #549

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The stone double doors leading to the sanctum are still closed when Sarah returns to check.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1167 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 01:37
  • msg #550

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin led the others after Sarah.  Now that they had time and numbers, they could force the doors.
Elam
player, 134 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 02:49
  • msg #551

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Shall e try forcing the door togerther?" Elam asks.
DM Pawn
GM, 1443 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 11:31
  • msg #552

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth, Rogar, and Shmee assemble near the door and prepare to force the door open with others. Grub keeps to the shadows, in the rear. Murph mills about the general area sniffing the ground quite intently.
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 200 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 11:36
  • msg #553

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Heart still racing from the thrill of combat, Ovo approaches the double doors and exclaims, "We going to give this a go, or not?"  Looking around, he adds in, "too bad there's no good beams laying around. Battering ram would make quick work of a stone door like, I reckon."

The door is stone and quite solid. Not likely something that can easily be battered down by simply shouldering it the way one might do to a wooden door. Still, Ovo is under the effects of a potion of giant strength and a haste spell at the moment. If ever there were a time for breaking through a stone door, now would be it!
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:37, Mon 19 Apr 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1168 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 12:54
  • msg #554

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Everyone on the count of three," Dame Daflin called out as she positioned herself to try and brace the dwarf's rear foot with her own.  "And be ready to fight once they're open.

"One.  Two.  Three!"
DM Pawn
GM, 1446 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 22:06
  • msg #555

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the party numbering nine members in total, one magically possessing the strength of a giant, even the sturdy stone doors have no chance of not bursting at some point. Though it takes a few good shoves and heave-hos, the stone doors eventually give way to the adventurers' combined might!

OOC: Need a Save vs Spells (mind affecting) from all PCs and NPCs
Eoni Daflin
player, 1169 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 23:12
  • msg #556

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As the doors gave way, the Sister of Avandra stumbled and righted herself with her staff.  She looked up and prepared to duck back out of the way.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 14 using 1d20+2.  Spells/Staff (12) Stone Doors. SUCCESS
Elam
player, 135 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Tue 20 Apr 2021
at 12:05
  • msg #557

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ooc: failed roll a 10
Sarah
player, 904 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 20 Apr 2021
at 13:08
  • msg #558

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With such a bold entrance planned Sarah endeavors not to be at the forefront this time.  Plus, she's far from the strongest of the party's members.  So she helps, but is not leading the way.

08:07, Today: Sarah rolled 16 using 1d20-1 with rolls of 17.  Saving throw (12).
Vaxfar
player, 144 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 20 Apr 2021
at 23:44
  • msg #559

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar has sword at the ready, if a spawn is in sight, he attacks!


19:43, Today: Vaxfar rolled 20 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 19.  save.
DM Pawn
GM, 1447 posts
Wed 21 Apr 2021
at 00:29
  • msg #560

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The stone doors crash noisily inward and send a cloud of dust up into the air. Once the dust settles...

[Private to Eoni Daflin; Ovo Goldenshield; Sarah; Vaxfar: The adventurers see six Blackspawn Raiders standing guard at the end of the corridor, just within the sanctum, their scimitars drawn and at the ready. The Blackspawn Raiders hold their position and then proceed to projectile vomit their acid bile at the adventurers!]

[Private to Elam: You see a 25-foot adjoining corridor filled with flames and slashing blades dancing within the flames, eager to slake their bloodthirst. Beyond the corridor, you see a dark, swirling abyss.]

OOC: Need Breath Weapon Saves from Vaxfar, Ovo, Sarah, Rogar, Shmee, and Eoni. All of you will take 10 acid damage on a failed save and 5 on a successful save.
[Private to Eoni Daflin; Ovo Goldenshield; Sarah; Vaxfar:
Blackspawn Raiders
AC: 5
HP: 20/20, 20/20, 20/20, 20/20, 20/20, 20/20]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  26/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Vaxfar    2  37/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  39/47   5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17    Haste, Giant Strength
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Rogar     4  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Shmee     7  23/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Bless Duration: 6 turns (1 hour), cast at beginning of behir encounter
Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 10 turns (100 minutes), drank at beginning of behir encounter

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]
PCs are UP!
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:45, Wed 21 Apr 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1170 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 21 Apr 2021
at 02:00
  • msg #561

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As was often her luck, the Sister of Avandra dodged directly into the acid spray of the guards.  Reeling, she ducked back out of the room.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 8 using 1d20+1.  Dragon Breath (14). FAIL

10 damage from acid breath
Vaxfar
player, 145 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 21 Apr 2021
at 17:29
  • msg #562

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar being near front takes the full damage from the acid.  Gritting his teeth, he thinks fire for acid .   Speaking words of the arcane he unleashes his response, and then, in his hasted state, charges, into his own spell but to arrive while they are hopefully still disoriented and attacking if he may!

ooc: cast fireball, attack sword


13:29, Today: Vaxfar rolled 4 using 1d8+2 with rolls of 2.  damage.

13:29, Today: Vaxfar rolled 14 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 12.  attack sword.

13:28, Today: Vaxfar rolled 25 using 6d6 with rolls of 5,4,6,4,2,4.  fireball.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:30, Wed 21 Apr 2021.
Sarah
player, 906 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 21 Apr 2021
at 17:38
  • msg #563

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah didn't intend her dart to the back to expose others to danger at her expense . . . it just seems to have worked out that way.

12:35, Today: Sarah rolled 19 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 17.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (14).

She fires her crossbow and wings a raider.

12:37, Today: Sarah rolled 14,3 using d20+3,d6+1 with rolls of 11,2.  Crossbow with bless (12 to hit).
Elam
player, 136 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 05:17
  • msg #564

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Corridor seems to lead to hell. Lot of traps," Elam says
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 201 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 13:18
  • msg #565

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo ducks beneath his enchanted shield just in time to avoid the majority of the caustic projectile vomit. Looking back over the edge of his shield, he can't believe his eyes when he sees the elf charge headlong down the corridor leading straight to Hell!

"Vaxfar! Are ye daft?!" he cries out. Surely the elf lost his mind, no other explanation. Ovo looks to his nearby companions and is at a loss what to do next. Though he is sorely tempted to follow the elf, the thought of disappearing into a swirling void holds him back.

OOC: Failed Save, takes 5 damage.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 27 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 13:25
  • msg #566

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth had been behind Rogar, therefore she wasn't in the line of fire when the acid breath sprayed her allies. Seeing Ovo's inaction, the surly mercenary rebukes him, "Get yer head out of yer ass! Move!" After the fireball explodes, she wades into the fray swinging her broadsword at any remaining enemies.
DM Pawn
GM, 1448 posts
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 13:28
  • msg #567

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar's fireball explodes at the end of the corridor, engulfing th six Blackspawn Raiders in flames. Five are charred to a crisp and fall to the ground in piles of smouldering ruin. The sixth wobbles unsteadily, is struck by a crossbow bolt, careens some more, and is finally struck down by Vaxfar.

The sanctum is now filled with acrid smoke and the hellish fumes of the fiendish abominations. Those within the sanctum hear shrill screams coming from somewhere above, but all the smoke and ash swirling in the room prevent them from seeing its source.

OOC: Vaxfar never made a save for the acid breath. I went ahead and rolled on his behalf. He failed and took 10 points of damage prior to casting the fireball.


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      7  16/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Vaxfar    2  27/37   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless

Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       1  34/47   5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17    Haste, Giant Strength
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Rogar     4  17/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Bless Duration: 6 turns (1 hour), cast at beginning of behir encounter
Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 10 turns (100 minutes), drank at beginning of behir encounter

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
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PCs are UP!</Orange>
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Eoni Daflin
player, 1171 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 14:50
  • msg #568

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Push through," Dame Daflin spluttered in the smoke.  She tried to wave away the smoke as she stumbled forward.

"Expect..." she coughed again.  "Expect those demons in the bedroom again and be ready!"
Ovo Goldenshield
NPC, 202 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 17:30
  • msg #569

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Eoni!" Ovo cries out when he sees the cleric stride into the corridor, this time his voice more tinged with exasperation. "Has everyone gone and lost their minds now?!"

"Come back! It's a trick!" he calls after her while holding his arm out for her to grasp. The dwarf seems quite reluctant to draw any closer to the corridor though.
Elam
player, 137 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Fri 23 Apr 2021
at 00:17
  • msg #570

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam tosses a fireball in the direction ofthe enmie in the corridor taing care to ensure the AOE does not affect his allies.
Sarah
player, 909 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 24 Apr 2021
at 01:17
  • msg #571

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah reloads her crossbow and sticks with Eoni, staying at least even with her.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1174 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 26 Apr 2021
at 15:06
  • msg #572

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"It's just smoke," Dame Daflin called back to the dwarf who wasn't known for being timid.  "Vaxfar got them all.  We need to keep going."

She pushed on to the bedroom door, wary of occupation.
DM Pawn
GM, 1457 posts
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 01:20
  • msg #573

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam, Ovo, and Rogar eventually see through the powerful illusion and see the corridor as it really is. Gone are the images of fire and scything blades leading to infinite abyss, replaced with charred corpses of six Blackspawn Raiders who now litter the outer sanctum's floor.

Despite the destruction wrougt by Vaxfar's fireball the three-tiered circular platform at the room's ceneter continues to radiate strange magical power. The sinuous stone dragon necks arc up toward the ceiling and pulsating light issues forth from each of the dragon's open maws. Interestingly, similar pulsating lights are seen rising in a counter-clockwise swirl from floor to ceiling, at the center the 10-foot wide shaft in the sanctum's north alcove.

Eoni proceeds to where the secret door should be...and it isn't!

In its place, blue glowing glyphs.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1175 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 02:11
  • msg #574

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

This was not going to plan.

"Sarah," Dame Daflin called to the young woman, "what do you make of this?"

There was definitely a lot more activity going on here than before.
Sarah
player, 911 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 14:20
  • msg #575

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'd guess magical wards, to hide the doors and cause pain to those who would try to find or open it," Sarah predicts as she she moves for a closer look.

An unusual use of her skill; not to determine if a trap is hidden, but whether something unhidden is a trap.
Vaxfar
player, 147 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 14:29
  • msg #576

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Eoni,  I think whatever is happening here, we need to stop it" he points to the swirling lights heading up towards the shaft. "Ovo, with your new found strength, do you think you can damage one of these dragon's head columns?  I wonder how high that shaft goes up, I could send another fireball up it and see if that disrupts this ritual...or try dispel the magic, though I imagine its pretty strong".
DM Pawn
GM, 1458 posts
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 14:35
  • msg #577

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah:
"I'd guess magical wards, to hide the doors and cause pain to those who would try to find or open it," Sarah predicts as she she moves for a closer look.

An unusual use of her skill; not to determine if a trap is hidden, but whether something unhidden is a trap.


Sarah easily surmises what she already knew--the secret door has been magically warded to prevent access without a nasty surprise. Definitely a trap of magical, not mechanical variety. Curious as to why it was allowed to be so plainly seen?
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 203 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 27 Apr 2021
at 14:57
  • msg #578

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Devil's trickery," the dwarf grumbled. Ovo rubbed his eyes and shook his head as the illusion faded. He stared at the glowing runes for a moment. "They be knowing we're here. Any treasures we left behind likely be long gone. Tis all a trap to lure us where they can slaughter us. We should either find this warlord or be movin' out until we have a better plan."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1176 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 01:06
  • msg #579

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Let's not waste what energy we have," Dame Daflin said in reply to Vaxfar's proposition of a fireball solution.  "Either of us could dispel the wards, but is it the best use of our limited resources?

"We were lucky to be able to rest unmolested last night, but we may not be so lucky a second time if we wear ourselves out before we're done."

She gauged the distance between the alter and the door wards.  It might be possible to dispel both with one prayer.

"I might be able to thwart both the door wards and the alter," she proposed.  "Then another for the chests within to see if there is more that might aid us going forward.

"I think it's worth the cost unless someone knows what this alter actually does.

"But Ovo does have a point," she added reluctantly.  "It could be a ruse to have us expend our energies for naught.  We could just leave it be and head back through the caverns."
Vaxfar
player, 148 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 02:46
  • msg #580

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar frowns, and huffs a loud huff.

"I'm not wise enough to decide, my heart says you should try to disrupt the magic." He says this softer but now raises his voice, to a loud clear voice.

"Maybe we've done enough.  Certainly, though we are just a band of mercenaries, we've driven deep and done much damage here, and what's lacking?  What's missing?  No Fane.  While we've sullied this place, killed these servants and pets, taken these trifles, No Fane.  No elflord or dwarflord, or honored man lord would have hidden cowering while mere peasants desecrated their homes. Either the Fane doesn't exist, or we've shown his servants it's a coward, either way, maybe we've done all we need to do.  Tiamat wouldn't piss on this coward. let's fight our way out and keep these treasures".
Laurenbeth
NPC, 28 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 05:16
  • msg #581

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar:
Vaxfar frowns, and huffs a loud huff.

"Maybe we've done enough.  Certainly, though we are just a band of mercenaries, we've driven deep and done much damage here, and what's lacking?  What's missing?  No Fane.  While we've sullied this place, killed these servants and pets, taken these trifles, No Fane.  No elflord or dwarflord, or honored man lord would have hidden cowering while mere peasants desecrated their homes. Either the Fane doesn't exist, or we've shown his servants it's a coward, either way, maybe we've done all we need to do.  Tiamat wouldn't piss on this coward. let's fight our way out and keep these treasures".


Laurenbeth had been listening intently to this discussion, the expression on her face wrought with resignation until Vaxfar suggests calling it quits, to which she readily nods and lends her vocal agreement. When Vaxfar has finished his piece, she adds, "I agree. We aint got nothing to prove. Live to fight another day."

She gestures back the way they came, "Besides, we passed up a lot of treasure on this here mad dash. We should just scoop it right up and see ourselves out while we have the chance."

Hoping the elf's words and her show of support might sway Dame Eoni and others to this line of thinking, she asks Vaxfar and Elam, "Either of you fellows have any magic up your sleeves that can get us out of here unseen and unheard?"
This message was last edited by the player at 05:31, Wed 28 Apr 2021.
Grub
NPC, 20 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 05:30
  • msg #582

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In contrast, Grub didn't seem to be paying attention at all to the ongoig conversation. Anyone who casually casts a glance in his direction will notice that the mumbling rogue is now standing right next to the dragon pedestal at the center of the room. There, he watches drifts of dust (or perhaps they are the ashes of the Blackspawn Raiders?) spiral counter-clockwise up toward the shaft in the ceiling, where they soon disappear into the darkness.

This seems to amuse the man, as he is smiling quite broadly while watching the process. He takes a single copper coin for a coin pouch as flips it into the updraft and smiles broadly as he watches it complete the same delicate dance, up, up, up, and into the darkness of the shaft.

"Hmm, neat trick," he says in the clearest voice any has heard in a couple of days.

quote:
Either the Fane doesn't exist, or we've shown his servants it's a coward, either way, maybe we've done all we need to do.  Tiamat wouldn't piss on this coward. let's fight our way out and keep these treasures".


He shuffles back a few steps to the party, looks at Laurenbeth, then to Eoni, "so, I guess we're leaving?" he asks.

Murph is still near, but just outside the shaft and is now biting at bits of dust floating into the vortex, where they each drift up toward the ceiling and disappear into the shaft.
Sarah
player, 912 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 12:46
  • msg #583

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah was contemplating the pedestal, suspecting it was the key to . . . something, and she wasn't smart enough to figure it out.  But she puts something together while watching Grub's experiment.

"We haven't made it up, exactly, and Grub seemed to just find a way.  That coin didn't go up fast; maybe that is our method of transportation?  It looks like some kind of permanent levitation field.

'Course it's risky; a lot of supposing there, and we don't know what waits at the top . . . or how to get down . . . "

She walks over and, careful to keep her head out of the are she surmises might cause her to rise, looks up.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1177 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 12:52
  • msg #584

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin was about to reply when she stopped, open mouthed, as the copper coin floated upward on it's own.  She silently walked over to watch the coin rise up the shaft.

"Why is this only working today?" she asked of no one in particular.  She'd lost her train of thought concerning their possible retreat or recovery of the chests and turned to look at the young woman she'd grown to rely on.

"Sarah?" she asked speculatively.
Sarah
player, 913 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 12:57
  • msg #585

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah is still looking up.

"I don't know; maybe there's a switch somewhere."

Sarah stops looking up and searches the dragon pedestal . . .
DM Pawn
GM, 1459 posts
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 15:27
  • msg #586

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah searches the dragon-motif pedestal and finds no evidence of a switch. The pedestal appears to be some sort of unholy artifact, the purpose of which eludes Sarah. It does not appear to be trapped, at least not mechanically, and appears to be entirely unrelated to the strange currents now visible in the northern alcove.

OOC: Couple of points of clarification...

1. The pedestal is in the center of the room.
2. The dark hole in the ceiling leading to shaft is in the northern alcove, north of the pedestal.
3. The last time the party entered this room, Vaxfar hadn't incinerated its occupants with a fireball, so there was not "bad guy ash" floating around in the room.
4. The last time the party entered this room, the party hear strange chanting echoing down from the shaft.
Vaxfar
player, 149 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 15:29
  • msg #587

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

How wide is the shaft going up, like could several people step into it back to back, in case we are crazy enough to try to float up there, it might be best not to go one by one :-).
DM Pawn
GM, 1460 posts
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 15:36
  • msg #588

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The shaft is 30 feet above the ground and 10 feet wide. The adventurers can see into the first 30 feet or so of the shaft. Its walls appear to be smooth, polished, dark stone. After 30 feet, even those with infravision cannot pierce through the veil of darkness, preventing visual inspection of anything beyond that point.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1178 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 23:36
  • msg #589

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We came for the Fane and I won't give up until we try," Dame Daflin said resolutely.  "I won't let the Vale suffer anymore from his evil machinations."

She looked to the glyphs on the wall and the central pedestal.  They could wait.

"All right, let's cover our rear first," Dame Daflin finally decided.  "Elam, can you magically seal those stone doors we pushed through.  That will prevent anyone from surprising us if we return this way."

Someone could be hiding in the bedchamber's direction, but she doubted there would be many huddled back there in wait.

"Let's tie a rope around Sarah and see if this shaft works on a person," she proposed, volunteering the young woman for the task.  "She's the lightest in case we need to pull her up.  We can also see if we can pull her back down again against the flow.

"If that works, we can reel her out until she signals on the rope to hold her still to peer look ahead without exposing herself.  And more signals to let her go on, or pull her back.

"Are you game, Sarah?" she asked.  "We could experiment with the dog, but I don't think we'd get any productive feedback from the effort."
Vaxfar
player, 150 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 23:40
  • msg #590

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I will go, I can be invisible when I do, and if the Fane is up there, I want a shot at him".
Sarah
player, 914 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 29 Apr 2021
at 13:41
  • msg #591

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I am willing to go, particularly if the mission is to scout.  I can be pretty quiet."
Vaxfar
player, 151 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Thu 29 Apr 2021
at 16:25
  • msg #592

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods, though he fears for Sarah if bad things are waiting above, still, she has a proved a skilled and brave scout.

"I could make you invisible Sarah, if you wish.  If you go, we should devise several rope signals, bring be down....follow me up.....holy crap,  heh,  kidding, sort of".
Eoni Daflin
player, 1179 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 29 Apr 2021
at 21:36
  • msg #593

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We'll send Sarah to scout," Dame Daflin concluded.  "Just see what's up there and we'll pull you back down to report.

"No use in being invisible if they can see the rope around you.  Just get high enough to sneak a peek safely.

"Ovo, the rope," she said, gesturing for the dwarf to produce the item from his pack.
Sarah
player, 915 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 30 Apr 2021
at 01:56
  • msg #594

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

While the rope is being fetched Sarah drops two large sacks filled with . . . stuff, and checks her other belongings to make sure they are affixed securely.

Once the rope is procured she nods to signify that she is ready.
DM Pawn
GM, 1461 posts
Fri 30 Apr 2021
at 02:25
  • msg #595

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing that it's at least 60 feet to the darkened area within the shaft, a single coil of rope likely won't suffice. In all likelihood the party plans for this contingency and links a few coils of rope together for the task. The rope is eventually rigged, 200 feet, just in case.

Nodding her agreement with this plan, Sarah approaches the magical updraft and feels a strange pull on her body as she draws closer. Moreover, the current feels quite hot. Not hot enough to bake bread, but hot like the worst dog days of an Elsir summer.
Sarah
player, 916 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 30 Apr 2021
at 12:57
  • msg #596

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

 "I hope this doesn't get hotter as it gets higher; otherwise, I'm going to bake" Sarah murmurs as she steps up.
Elam
player, 138 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Fri 30 Apr 2021
at 15:01
  • msg #597

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

In reply to Eoni Daflin (msg # 589):

“I can try to seal the portals,” Elam says, before proceeding to do it
Eoni Daflin
player, 1180 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 30 Apr 2021
at 20:41
  • msg #598

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Ovo and Rogar will hold the rope," Dame Daflin arranged their ranks.  "The rest be ready with arrows if anything descends upon her.

"Take up some slack, Sarah, so you can maneuver if you need to," she added as a final bit of advice.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 205 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sun 2 May 2021
at 02:10
  • msg #599

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo grabs the rope and braces his footing against the base of the pedestal.
DM Pawn
GM, 1462 posts
Sun 2 May 2021
at 05:42
  • msg #600

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With one end of the rope attached around Sarah's waist and the other anchored by Ovo and Rogar, Sarah steps into the swirling vortex and is immediately warmed by the upward currents. Moreover, she begins to ascend, twisting in a gentle counter-clockwise fashion, toward the dark shaft!

The feeling is both exhilirating and unnerving, to be carried aloft like a feather in the wind. In any event, Sarah drifts into the shaft and plunges into the darkness...

[Private to Sarah: Sarah is within total darkness only briefly and soon sees brilliant pulses of crackling energy above, where the shaft seems to emerge into what appears to be a large chamber.

OOC: At this point, you have ascended about 60 feet up the shaft, another 40 feet to go before you emerge into the large chamber where you see the brilliant pulses of crackling energy. The walls of this shaft are polished smooth, with no hand or footholds, and you have been unable to stop your ascent (if you even tried). The rope is still attached to you, but you cannot see your companions as they are beyond the magical darkness you just passed through. The current is still carrying you steadily upward.]


[Private to Elam; Eoni Daflin; Ovo Goldenshield; Vaxfar: Sarah disappears into the darkness of the shaft and you don't see or hear here. The rope continues to uncoil, indicating at least it is still ascending...]
DM Pawn
GM, 1464 posts
Sun 2 May 2021
at 14:58
  • msg #601

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The rope goes taut and no line continues feeding upward.
Sarah
player, 918 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 2 May 2021
at 15:05
  • msg #602

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

PM

[Private to DM Pawn: Sarah releases her hold in a way that (hopefully) allows her to continue ascending but with her controlling the rate as she rises closer to the floor/level above . . . ]
Elam
player, 139 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sun 2 May 2021
at 15:34
  • msg #603

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam grabs the rope and follows his friends
DM Pawn
GM, 1465 posts
Sun 2 May 2021
at 15:55
  • msg #604

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The rope begins to slowly uncoil yet again, feeding more lead into the dark shaft...

[Private to Sarah: Sarah ascends the shaft again, eventually drawing level with the chamber's floor...

There, her ears are assaulted by the crackling and infernal wailing as soon as she clears the shaft and is able to see into the large chamber...

Five brilliant geysers of crackling light the large room. Each of these sprays of liquescent light plume from the upturned maws of five draconic heads, themselves emerging on long necks from the edge of a low platform in the center of the room. The light gathers in the domed ceiling above, pooling in an upside-down lake of glowing energy that ripples like water and periodically drips long, stringy strands of thick light down on the ground below to flash and sizzle away instantly in a blast of acrid smoke. Strange, ghostly shapes seem to writhe and dance in the light pool above--twisted, nightmarish fiends and grinning dragons with great glowing eyes.

The room itself is oval. The walls, inscribed from top to bottom with a scalelike pattern, arch upward gently, almost giving the chamber the appearance of being the inside of a giant egg. The pool of light shimmers fifty feet above, and only twenty feet below that, a five-foot-wide balcony encircles most of the room's perimeter. Five oval alcoves are arranged in the room's walls at this level, and looming in each one is a magnificent stone statue of one of the chromatic dragon kinds.

Standing atop the center pedestal, in the center of the room, is a seven-foot tall, half-dragon-half-hobgoblin, his body covered in brilliant blue scales and a magnificent horn jutting from his brow. He sports a beardlike growth of scales on his chin, and his eyes and teeth shimmer and dance with electricity as he stares into the pool above, his arms outreached in placation to the hellish portal. This can be none other than Wyrmlord Azarr Kul!

Flanking him to either side are the two erinyes the party encountered earlier. They are performing an intricate, profane dance, their wings bearing them aloft.

Presumably, Sarah is now crouching in low profile at the edge of the shaft. Wyrmlord Kul and the erinyes do not seem to have taken notice of Sarah yet--they are enraptured with whatever fell ritual they are presently engaged. The fiendish howls and crackling energy are deafening to Sarah and she can hear nothing else.

OOC: Saving Throw vs Magic please.. ]
Sarah
player, 919 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 2 May 2021
at 17:55
  • msg #605

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

PM

[Private to DM Pawn: Sarah toys with the idea of secreting herself and cutting the rope to allow the sudden slackness to summon the others.  But she has seen what she came to see, and that was the entirety of her mission.  Eoni will want to know what they face.

She smiles at the thought that Ovo has infected her thinking.

Quickly, before a chance glance reveals her presence -- hand over hand, she begins pulling herself down.  ]
DM Pawn
GM, 1466 posts
Sun 2 May 2021
at 18:09
  • msg #606

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah fights against the current and climbs back down the rope. It takes some effort, but eventually she emerges from beyond the black veil of darkness and rejoins her awaiting companions in the outer sanctum.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1181 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 3 May 2021
at 17:15
  • msg #607

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin gave the young woman a moment to catch her breath before reporting what she'd discovered.
Sarah
player, 920 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 3 May 2021
at 17:51
  • msg #608

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

OOC: Sorry; nothing like unexpected stuff at work on a Monday morning. :)

Sarah gathers her thoughts, and begins speaking very rapidly:

"It’s about a hundred feet up to the chamber.  Shaft is smooth and no handholds; I could only slow myself by tightening the rope.  At a hundred feet, there is an oval chamber; the walls look like scales and the whole thing looks like you're inside of a big stone egg.  A five foot balcony circles the room, with five alcoves where stone sculptures of dragons sit.

There’s a platform in the center with five stone dragon heads, spitting out light or energy that's going up to the top of the dome.

And on top of the platform’s a pedesatal, with Wyrmlord Kul – he’s about seven feet tall and looks like half dragon and half hobgoblin.  The Erinyes are with him; they’re doing some ritual.

It's very loud; don't know if we could hear each other if we get too far apart."

Eoni Daflin
player, 1182 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 3 May 2021
at 20:37
  • msg #609

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"He was right here the whole time," Dame Daflin said belatedly.  They'd accidentally come almost straight to where he was on their way in.  This was good.

"Do you think there's a good way for us to surprise him all at once?"
Vaxfar
player, 152 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 4 May 2021
at 00:20
  • msg #610

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We found a bunch of healing potions, we should hand them out as equally as possible.  Let's three fighters use that scabbard to sharpen their weapons, take any potions that boost you up, I have one I've been saving, I'll cast a protection from evil within a radius of myself, bless us, and lets go get him while Ovo still has his giant strength.  I didn't expect to find him but now that we have, I'm all in in ending this threat. We all lost people in that damn war, or know people who lost people, time to clean the slate".
Sarah
player, 922 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 4 May 2021
at 00:27
  • msg #611

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Without the ropes, it's a one way trip.

  Is there a way we could all be invisible?"
Vaxfar
player, 153 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 4 May 2021
at 00:41
  • msg #612

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We can tie off the rope down here, attach the other end to something and let it float up there with us, it should stay floating around so if we can we can grab it and come down.  Like as not, its a one way trip regardless.  I can make one of you invisible, but whatever is going on up there is evil.  Given this rising force, we could toss a bunch of stuff into it, holy water, arrows, glass shards, the behir's head... let them fly up like a wave of disruption and us follow in their wake?"
Elam
player, 140 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Tue 4 May 2021
at 01:44
  • msg #613

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Well, I can hasten us jut before the fight. If we arefhting. I am quite low on my spells now. Doubt we can fight a few more encoutners," Elam expouses.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1183 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 5 May 2021
at 23:10
  • msg #614

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We win this fight and then fight our way out," Dame Daflin said.  "If you can make Ovo invisible, I can make him silent.  If he gets close to Azur, he'll be silent as well so he'll know we're there.

"I have another spell for Ovo as well.  I think we should save the haste for our escape if you can only use it once.

"Ovo will go first and start the fight up close and hopefully stop any spells on their side with the silence.  Then we all come up as quick as we can to finish them off.

"I think that's our best chance as we can't all be ready at once.

"The follow on order will be Vaxfar, Larenbeth, Rogar, Lakshmi, Sarah, myself, and then Elam.  Grub will stay here to make sure we're not taken from behind."
Laurenbeth
NPC, 29 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Fri 7 May 2021
at 00:14
  • msg #615

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth appears disappointed that talk has now shifted toward plans to drive even deeper into the Fane, particularly through the dark shaft. She looks up at the shaft and then looks back to the rest of party.

"You sure about this?" she asks in a low, skeptic tone. "If we run now, with the behir out of the way, maybe we can break free. Live to fight another day..."
Rogar
NPC, 8 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Fri 7 May 2021
at 00:15
  • msg #616

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar shrugs his shoulders in neither support or rebuke.
Lakshmi
NPC, 22 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Fri 7 May 2021
at 00:16
  • msg #617

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee vigorously nods in agreement with Laurenbeth's idea and puts in, "Yeah, and grab that treasure from the temple on the way out!"
Grub
NPC, 21 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Fri 7 May 2021
at 00:19
  • msg #618

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub nods at Shmee's point and whispers, "true enough," and reaches down to pat Murph on her flank before adding, "but, what if there's more up there?"

He points toward the shaft.

"Live. Die. Go. Stay?" he says in a clear sing-song voice. "Who's to say?"
Laurenbeth
NPC, 30 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Fri 7 May 2021
at 00:20
  • msg #619

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth shoots Rogar and, especially, Grub a spiteful glare before turning her attention to the rest of the party, whom she is obviously petitioning for support.
Sarah
player, 923 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 7 May 2021
at 01:30
  • msg #620

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah says matter of factly: "They're doing some kind of ritual up there.  There isn't likely to be a later."
Elam
player, 141 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Fri 7 May 2021
at 02:09
  • msg #621

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

OOC: Are we allowed to leave and rest or isit we fight until death or?
Eoni Daflin
player, 1184 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 7 May 2021
at 21:52
  • msg #622

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"If you want to stay back to cover our escape, that's up to you," Dame Daflin said to anyone on the fence, as she took off a ring and handed it to the dwarf.  "But we came to stop him and that's what I'm going to do.

"Vaxfar, will that ring you tried out help Ovo at all once he's engaged Azur and those devil women?"

OOC: Just handed Ovo a +1 Ring of Protection.
Vaxfar
player, 154 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Sat 8 May 2021
at 03:43
  • msg #623

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Laurenbeth, I was ready to go too, but only because I didn't think our objective was possible.  These Wyrmlords, they brought down that war on us, I don't anyone who didn't lose someone in the war.  This is the last one, and IT plans on doing that all again, probably right now is calling down some demonic force to try to finish the job..  I don't want to die a hero, but I refuse to live a coward.  Eoni's plan is good by me, I'll make Ovo invisible, and follow right behind him.  "

ooc: if we go soon, are any of our spells/potions still in effect?
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 207 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sat 8 May 2021
at 15:42
  • msg #624

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The dwarf slipped the ring over his finger and grabbed his axe. "Aight then, let's finish what we came here to do." With the multitude of magical effects coursing through his body, Ovo was certain that his hair would turn blue or stand up on end or something. When none of that happened, he shrugged and retrieved a small vial of blue liquid from his pouch. "May as well go for broke..."

When the group was ready, he removed the stopper, downed the blue liquid and felt a surge of strength and power flow through his body. He dropped the vial to the ground but it made no sound as it shattered against the stone. The empowered dwarf grabbed the rope and began his ascent.


OOC: When we are ready to rock and roll, Ovo will drink his Potion of Heroism and get this party started
Elam
player, 142 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Mon 10 May 2021
at 08:34
  • msg #625

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With a shrug, Elam follows,”for better or worse. If I fall, I know I tried.”
DM Pawn
GM, 1476 posts
Mon 10 May 2021
at 18:24
  • msg #626

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The party gathers in the northern alcove making final preparations before ascending the magical shaft into the Fame of Tiamat's Inner Sanctrum, where they hope to put an end to Wyrmlord Kul's tyrannical macinations once and for all.

Elam, Eoni, and Vaxfar focus their arcane and divine energies and perform a string of complex syllables and gesticulations. Ovo is sheathed in magic aura upon magic aura upon magic aura. Then, Ovo drinks another potion, the exile dwarf's blood now positively churning with strength and vigor. Shmee offers the use of his magic scabbard to Laurenbeth, Sarah, and Vaxfar. "Sneak in there and do what you do," the mercenary says to Sarah with a wink.

Finally, once all spells have been cast, Eoni casts a silence spell on Ovo, plunging the party into complete and total silence. Now hearing nothing but the beating of their own hearts and the pulsing of blood through their bodies, the adventurers turn their attention toward the dark shaft...

Ovo goes up first, followed by Vaxfar, Laurenbeth, Rogar, Shmee, Sarah, Eoni, and finally, Elam. Grub remains at the bottom of the rope, on rear guard duty with Murph. He can't help but smile as he watches the party ascend the magical shaft. He waves farewell to each, whether they know it or not, as each party member slips into the bank of magical darkness. Finally, when Elam passes out of sight he turns his attention to Murph, laughs, and shares his private thoughts with his longtime companion.

***

The adventurers ascend the shaft, come out of the magic darkness, and rise yet still. The shaft rises 100 feet into a large chamber. Presumably, they clear the shaft and step off onto the adjoining floor, where they take in the Inner Sanctum's hellish grandeur...

Five brilliant geysers of crackling light the large room. Each of these sprays of liquescent light plume from the upturned maws of five draconic heads, themselves emerging on long necks from the edge of a low platform in the center of the room. The light gathers in the domed ceiling above, pooling in an upside-down lake of glowing energy that ripples like water and periodically drips long, stringy strands of thick light down on the ground below to flash and sizzle away instantly in a blast of acrid smoke. Strange, ghostly shapes seem to writhe and dance in the luminescent pool above--twisted, nightmarish fiends and grinning dragons with great glowing eyes.

The room itself is oval. The walls, inscribed from top to bottom with a scalelike pattern, arch upward gently, almost giving the chamber the appearance of being the inside of a giant egg. The pool of light shimmers fifty feet above, and only twenty feet below that, a five-foot-wide balcony encircles most of the room's perimeter. Five oval alcoves are arranged in the room's walls at this level, and looming in each one is a magnificent stone statue of one of the chromatic dragon kinds.

Standing atop the center pedestal, in the center of the room, is a seven-foot tall, half-dragon-half-hobgoblin, his body covered in brilliant blue scales and a magnificent horn jutting from his brow. He sports a beardlike growth of scales on his chin, and his eyes and teeth shimmer and dance with electricity as he stares into the pool above, his arms outreached in placation to the hellish portal. This can be none other than Wyrmlord Azarr Kul!

Flanking him to either side are the two erinyes the party encountered earlier. They are performing an intricate, profane dance, their wings bearing them aloft.

Wyrmlord Kul and the erinyes do not seem to have taken notice of the party yet--they are enraptured with their fell ritual.

The party is gathered around the dark shaft, plunged in magical silence, their quarry just 20 feet away!

This almost seems too good to be true...

OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

Wyrmlord Kul
AC: 0
HP: ??/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88]

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: 35/35, 35/35

[Private to GM: Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 24/24, 24/24, 24/24, 24/24]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8  16/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Vaxfar    2  39/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       0  41/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE, Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Rogar     4  17/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 04:10, Thu 13 May 2021.
Vaxfar
player, 156 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 11 May 2021
at 23:29
  • msg #627

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar takes a deep breathe, and just before heading up to the conflict, downs the potion he's been carrying around for some time now.  He feels a rush.

ooc:
19:27, Today: Vaxfar rolled 12 using 2d8 with rolls of 8,4.  heroism potion hp.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1188 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 13 May 2021
at 00:43
  • msg #629

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin crouched down and waited for Ovo and his aura of silence to reveal that the invisible dwarf was on the move.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 210 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 13 May 2021
at 02:56
  • msg #630

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Charged with more magical energy than he ever dreamed, Ovo rushes from the edge of the shaft, invisible and hasted, up onto the raised dais, his adamantine dwarven waraxe poised for a vicious overhead slashing attack against Wyrmlord Kul.

He brings his down hard, staggering his foe with the first strike and further unbalancing Wyrmlord Kul with the second. Kul stumbles briefly to the ground, his hellis ritual interrupted, and rises from the ground while grimacing when taking in the dwarf now before him.

As Ovo leaves, the sound of hellish screams assaults Eoni, Elam, Sarah, Shmee, and Rogar as soon as Ovo's silence zone departs. The screams are quite unnerving and it is impossible to hear over the caterwaul. The screams seems to originate from the dragon statue's open maws.

OOC: DM post to keep the game moving.

Ovo hit twice for 24 points of damage.

Ovo is no longer invisible or magically warded from physical attacks; however, mental protection from protection vs. evil still applies.

Additionally, the silence, 15' radius around Ovo now only affects Vaxfar and Laurenbeth. Everyone else is outside its radius.

However...

All other PCs and NPCs are now assaulted by hellish screams that seem to originate from the five dragon heads on the central platform. No spellcasting or verbal communication is possible while this hellish screaming continues.


21:41, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 16,11,4,15,8,1 using d20+3,2d8+3,d6,d20+3,2d8+3,d6 with rolls of 13,6,2,4,12,4,1,1.  attacks vs wyrmlurd.
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:59, Thu 13 May 2021.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 31 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Thu 13 May 2021
at 03:04
  • msg #631

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth charges into the fray as soon as she sees Ovo reappear on the central pedestal. She rushes up beside the dwarf and swings her sword at the half-dragon warlord.

By this point, the moment of surprise is lost as Wyrmlord Kul manages to get his dragonshield up in time to deflect both of her slashing blows.
Lakshmi
NPC, 23 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Thu 13 May 2021
at 03:08
  • msg #632

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee sends two arrows flying at the Wyrmlord, but both fly well wide.
Rogar
NPC, 9 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Thu 13 May 2021
at 03:13
  • msg #633

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With Ovo and Laurenbeth now facing off against Wyrmlord Kul and, presumably, Vacfar moving in on the enemy's left flank, Rogar sets his sights in settling tthe score with one the erinyes. He was still smarting from their previous encounter and knew these could be dangerous foes.

He charges up on Laurenbeth's left and slashes at the devil, striking her in the side.

OOC: Hit erinyes for 5 points of damage.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1190 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 13 May 2021
at 04:22
  • msg #634

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Covering her ears at the sudden din, Dame Daflin looked up at the catwalk 30' up with no visible way to reach it.  Unable to support those with Avandra's Grace, she grabbed Sarah's shoulder and pointed up at the nearest of the statues and drew a finger across her throat.

Also remembering the devil women's whips, she moved away from the two of them and readied her staff if one of them swooped in at her.
Sarah
player, 925 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 13 May 2021
at 13:21
  • msg #635

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah nods and tries to climb her way to the dragon, hoping to find a mechanism to make the keening stop.

And if not, she has iron spikes; maybe she'll try chipping at the stone head.
Vaxfar
player, 157 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Thu 13 May 2021
at 13:27
  • msg #636

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar charges and also attacks, managing only one small wound on the Wymlord.


09:26, Today: Vaxfar rolled 3 using 1d12+1 with rolls of 2.  damage.

09:24, Today: Vaxfar rolled 14 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 12.  attack again. THAC0: 13 at new level thanks to potion.
Elam
player, 145 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Thu 13 May 2021
at 22:46
  • msg #637

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam attempts to focus his energy on casting a fireball spell but finds the incessant caterwaul emanating from the dragon statues to be completely overwhelming. The wizard is unable to concentrate with this much distraction.

Hopefully Sarah can figure out a way to make it stop, otherwise he wouldn't have much to contribute to the battle.

OOC: DM post to keep the game moving, with actions based on player's last OOC comment, which indicated Elam was contemplating casting a fireball spell to catch Wyrmlord Kul and the two erinyes in the blast.
DM Pawn
GM, 1479 posts
Thu 13 May 2021
at 23:33
  • msg #638

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo, Vaxfar, Laurenbeth, and Rogar rush into the center of the room and unleash the opening salvo against Wyrmlord Kul and his hellish consorts. Elam and Eoni attempt to cast spells to aid their companions but find it impossible to concentrate above the crackling and infernal wailing of the energy and spirits that coalesce in the room. Sarah climbs stalks to the western balcony and quickly climbs the wall to pull herself over the balcony, some 30 feet above.

However, as soon as Sarah draws level with the balcony, she discovers a new complication--a grinning blue abishai perched in the dragon statue's shadow. The abishai appears to be aware of the confrontation down below and is getting ready to take flight with trident in hand, prepared to skewer those below. Sarah ducks beneath the railing to avoid detection and in doing so, notices three other abishai in other upper alcoves, ready to do the same!

Wyrmlord Kul reels backwards after being struck by two of Ovo's power hits. He quickly appraises the tactical disadvantage and retrieves a glass vial, pops its top, and quaffs its contents. Then, in one swift motion, he executes a fighting withdrawl, and flies up and away! He zips over the south balcony and lands inside the south alcove. Only Eoni and Elam can see him now, Ovo, Laurenbeth, Rogar, and Vaxfar are too close to the 30-foot balcony and don't have line of sight on him anymore.

The erinyes near Rogar slashes at the burly fighter with her poisoned dagger and strikes true. Fortunately, Rogar does not succumb to the poison, but is otherwise weakened from the attack.

The other erinyes strikes at Vaxfar with her poisoned dagger but misses.

Finally, two blue abishais swoop down from the upper northwest and southwest alcoves. The devils have their tridents out and intent on skewering the elf. Vaxfar never sees them coming and would have been skewered by the painful tines...if only he weren't protected from evil! The abishais bounce off a protective barrier that wards their attacks away. The abishais veer off course and are jarred by the impact. They hiss in protest.

Two more abishais swoop out of the northeast and southeast alcoves, these bound for Rogar. One plunges it trident deep into Rogar's side with nearly, but not quite enough force to topple the mercenary. Rogar cries out in agony. Rogar, having previously attacked the erinyes, does not enjoy the same protection as Vaxfar.

OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

Rogar is hit for 15 points of damage.

Wyrmlord Kul
AC: 0
HP: -27/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88] (South balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: 30/35 (Vaxfar), 35/35 (Rogar)

[Private to GM: Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 24/24 (Vaxfar), 24/24 (Vaxfar), 24/24 (Rogar), 24/24 (Rogar)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8  16/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Vaxfar    2  39/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10 (has attacked), Heroism
Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       0  41/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, has attacked
Rogar     4   9/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 00:32, Fri 14 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1192 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 14 May 2021
at 01:31
  • msg #639

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Rogar in peril, Dame Daflin dashed forward to touch him with her staff.  She made sure to stay close to Vaxfar for his protection without being in anyone's way.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Rogar.
Sarah
player, 927 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 14 May 2021
at 14:40
  • msg #640

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The abishi gone, Sarah completes her climb and tries to find a way to get the screeching to stop.
DM Pawn
GM, 1486 posts
Fri 14 May 2021
at 15:54
  • msg #641

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah disappears over the banister, outside of view...

[Private to Sarah: Sarah pulls herself over the banister and approaches the magnificent stone dragon statue dominating the northwest balcony. She looks for any mechanical means to silence the infernal howling and finds none.

To Sarah, this does not seem to be a mechanical effect. Rather, she estimates it to be a magical effect and one that seems to originate from the arching dragon heads on the lower dais--not from the stone statues on the balcony.

Looking down at the battle below, Sarah sees the liquescent light stream out of the open dragon maws, pool up near the ceiling, forming hundreds of shadowy faces that scream down into the sanctum.]
Laurenbeth
NPC, 32 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Fri 14 May 2021
at 16:20
  • msg #642

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth screams something but her words are lost in the zone of silence now surrounding Ovo. She points her sword in the direction of the southern balcony, where Wyrmlord Kul flew off to and then sheathes her sword before drawing her long bow and firing an arrow at him.

Unfortunately, the arrow flies wide of its mark.
Lakshmi
NPC, 24 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Fri 14 May 2021
at 16:23
  • msg #643

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee draws and fires two arrows at Wyrmlord Kul. One hits. One does not.

OOC: Hit Kul for 3 points of damage
Rogar
NPC, 10 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Fri 14 May 2021
at 16:26
  • msg #644

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar furiously hacks at the erinyes, striking her with great force, twice, nearly knocking her out of the air. Bloody feathers plummet down onto the raised dais as she staggers from the impact.

Rogar seems to be yelling something as well, but none hear words leave his lips.


OOC: Hit for 16 points of damage!
Vaxfar
player, 160 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Fri 14 May 2021
at 19:43
  • msg #645

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar swings twice with his sword missing both times.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 211 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sat 15 May 2021
at 15:46
  • msg #646

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo can only silently curse as he watches Wyrmlord Kul fly up, over, and out of line of sight beyond the south balcony. He turns briefly back toward the spellcasters, Eoni and Elam, shouts something, his words not piercing the silent barrier, and curses yet again.

He briefly considers attempting to scale the 30-foot wall to follow Wyrmlord Kul, but decides against it, and turns his attention to a more present enemy--one of the erinyes engaged with Vaxfar.

His magic axe rips through the winged devil twice, each time sending a spray of gore, blood, and feathers onto the stone floor. The second strike knocks the erinyes down to the floor and Ovo has to expend some effort to dislodge his battle axe from the devil's body. One erinyes down.

OOC: DM post to keep game moving. Hit twice for 30 points of damage!

10:38, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 19,17,1,22,7,5 using d20+3,2d8+3,d6,d20+3,2d8+3,d6 with rolls of 16,7,7,1,19,1,3,5.  attack erinyes.
Elam
player, 146 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sat 15 May 2021
at 15:54
  • msg #647

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having previously discovered he would be unable to cast spells as long as the sanctum was filled with the howling caterwaul, Elam scans the room and locates its origin point--the five arcing dragon heads radiating from the central pedestal.

The wizard races toward the closest one with his rod of striking ready to bear down on the menacing dragon sculpture. Unfortunately, it is a weak hit that fails to break through the stone, doing little more than cracking a small portion of the altar.

OOC: DM post to keep gaming moving

Didn't even hit AC 9!

10:52, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 8,17 using d20+3,2d8+6 ((5,6,5)).
DM Pawn
GM, 1487 posts
Sat 15 May 2021
at 16:22
  • msg #648

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Wyrmlord Kul flies and disappears beyond the view of those down below, only Sarah, who is still skulking in the shadows of the northwest balcony can see his next course of action. He lands near the dragon statue and seems to cast a spell. Sarah sees some of his previous wounds disappear.

Meanwhile, down below, the remaining erinyes sees what Ovo just did to her fellow consort and decides to put some distance between herself and Rogar, who has already considerably injured her in the skirmish. She wings away while executing a fighting withdrawl, up and over the south balcony, to eventually rejoin Wyrmlord Kul in the shadow of the dragon statue.

The blue abishai likewise soar back toward the upper balcoies. One landing near Sarah and the others positioned around the room. From these perches they leer down at the adventurers and plot their next move.


OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

All PCs have line of sight on the Abishai. Sarah can see Wyrmlord Kul, but not the erinyes, as she is hiding behind the dragon statue.

Kul healed 13 hit points.

Wyrmlord Kul (flying)
AC: 0
HP: -17/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88] (South balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: Dead (Vaxfar/Ovo), 19/35 (South balcony)

Unhallowed Altar
AC: 9
HP: ??

[Private to GM: Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 24/24 (NW balcony), 24/24 (SW balcony), 24/24 (NE balcony), 24/24 (SE balcony)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8  16/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Vaxfar    2  39/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       0  41/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  27/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Rogar     4  15/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 16:25, Sat 15 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1197 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 16 May 2021
at 13:56
  • msg #649

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Elam going after the dragon heads on the platform, Dame Daflin realized he may be on to something and ran to the dwarf and his adamantine axe.  The Sister grabbed him by the shoulder and turned him toward the closest head and slapped it with her hand before pointing at him and then the head once more as she shouted something aggressive at him.
Sarah
player, 932 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 18 May 2021
at 13:43
  • msg #650

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah decides that it would take her too long to join in the effort down below, and she wouldn't contribute much.  On the other hand, her vantage point may give her opportunities to do something later.

So she continues to hide herself and watch, prepared to launch a sneak attack if the opportunity seems right to her.
Vaxfar
player, 161 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 18 May 2021
at 15:18
  • msg #651

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

There are just too many factors to think straight, but seeing Eoni's motions and Elam's action, Vaxfar decides even if they lose this battle, if destroying the alter stops whatever evil plans they are up to, at least that would be worth something.   Oddly, he manages to miss the stupid alter on his first swing, but the second swing connects rather satisfyingly.


11:15, Today: Vaxfar rolled 12 using 1d12+2 with rolls of 10.  damage.

11:10, Today: Vaxfar rolled 7 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 5.

11:10, Today: Vaxfar rolled 4 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 2.  attack alter.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 212 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:12
  • msg #652

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni Daflin:
Seeing Elam going after the dragon heads on the platform, Dame Daflin realized he may be on to something and ran to the dwarf and his adamantine axe.  The Sister grabbed him by the shoulder and turned him toward the closest head and slapped it with her hand before pointing at him and then the head once more as she shouted something aggressive at him.


Ovo eyes have the look of a possessed dwarf when Dame Eoni attempts to catch his attention. He brings his axe up ready to cut the cleric down, so caught up in battle that he momentarily fails to recognize her as an ally, before catching himself.

He squints to make sense of what she is trying to tell him, as if better eyesight would cut through the silence, and then gets a sense for what she is asking him to do.

He steps up and swings his adamantine axe at one of the dragon neck and cleaves right through it, his momentum carrying him to a second dragon neck, which he also cuts through like a hot knife through butter.


18:09, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 7,11,1,20,15,4 using d20+3,2d8+3,d6,d20+3,2d8+3,d6 with rolls of 4,7,1,1,17,6,6,4.  smash dragon heads.
DM Pawn
GM, 1499 posts
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:13
  • msg #653

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar smashes through one of the dragon heads. He and Ovo have now decapitated three of of the unhallowed altar's heads!
Elam
player, 147 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:16
  • msg #654

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Ovo and Vaxfar smash through the altar head's with such ease, Elam is encouraged. Unfortunately, he needs more than encouragement. He steps up and strikes the altar again with his rod of striking, but the wizard is just too weak to be effective, even armed with such a mighty magic weapon. If only he could cast spells...

18:14, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 7,15,8,19 using d20+3,2d8+6,d20+3,2d8+6 ((4,6,3,5,5,8)).
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:19, Tue 18 May 2021.
Laurenbeth
NPC, 33 posts
AC: 5 | HP: 27/27
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:23
  • msg #655

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laurenbeth curses, silently, and only due to the silence spell, as she scans the upper balcony with arrow drawn and ready to send at Wyrmlord Kul as soon as he re-emerges. He doesn't and she loses patience and targets a blue abishai instead.

She looses two arrows at the devil perched atop the southeast balcony. One hits. The other ricochets off the banister.

OOC: hit for max damage, 7.
18:18, Today: Laurenbeth rolled 21,6,9,2 using d20+1,d6+1,d20+1,d6+1 with rolls of 20,5,8,1.  attack abishai.

Lakshmi
NPC, 25 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:26
  • msg #656

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee also scans the upper balconies for Wyrmlord Kul but doesn't see him. Great, now he's invisible, the mercenary thinks to himself.

He targets the same abishai Laurenbeth just hit and puts an arrow into it as well.

OOC: Hit for 4 points of damage.
Rogar
NPC, 11 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Tue 18 May 2021
at 23:30
  • msg #657

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar wildly spins around, his keen long sword at the ready, awaiting the erinyes' reappearance. She doesn't.

Unfortunately, he is so focused on this task, he doesn't see or hear Ovo or Vaxfar going to the town on the altar and is unaware of this change in tactics.
DM Pawn
GM, 1500 posts
Wed 19 May 2021
at 00:27
  • msg #658

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo and Vaxfar smash three of the five dragon altars--red, green, and black--leaving just the blue and white altar still intact.

Wyrmlord Kul, responds to this desecration by taking flight again. He soars overhead and swoops down toward the central platform while wildly gesticulating and feverishly stringing together unholy chants. He remains outside of Ovo's silence sphere, but still within the waning unhallow effect, and throws his arms violently forward in the direction of the blue dragon altar.

An immobile vertical curtain of whirling blades shaped of pure force springs into existence, right through Laurenbeth, and completely surrounding the blue altar.  The curtain of blades cuts right through the tough, foul-mouthed mercenary, spraying Ovo and Rogar in a shower of blood and gore. In but a few seconds, all that remains of Laurenbeth of Dennovar could fit within a small keg.

Satisfied with his handiwork, Wyrmlord Kul swoops back up and lands near the blue abishai perched atop the southeast balcony. The curtain of steep continues to scythe the air surrounding the blue dragon altar.

Meanwhile, the blue abishais summon balls of flame into their palms and toss them down onto the adventures. Rogar is struck and scorched by the attack. The abishai that threw the ball of flame at Rogar retreats outside of view.  Another abishai throws a ball of flame at Ovo, but it bounces harmlessly off the dwarf's shield. Eoni is struck by a ball of flame as well. Her hooded cloak catches fire! Elam manages to duck moments before a hurled ball of flame strikes him.

The blue abishai perched atop the northwest balcony has not taken notice of Sarah yet.

Grub and Murphy look up at the dark shaft and wonder how things are going...

OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

All PCs have line of sight on the the Abishai (except the NE abishai, which only Sarah can see) and Wyrmlord Kul. Sarah, Shmee, and Elam have line of sight on the erinyes.

Laurenbeth is dead. Rogar took 3 points of fire damage. Eoni took 6 points of fire damage and her cloak is on fire.

The blue dragon head altar is completely surrounded by a blade barrier. The blade barrier effectively prevents any melee attacks on the altar PCs can move through it to get to the altar, but will take damage doing so.

The destruction of 3 altar posts has lessened the infernal noise and reduced spell failure chance from 100% to 40%. So, it is now possible to cast spells in the sanctum, pending a spell failure roll.

Wyrmlord Kul (flying)
AC: 0
HP: -17/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88] (Southeast balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: Dead (Vaxfar/Ovo), 19/35 (South balcony)

Unhallowed Altar, 5 Heads
AC: 9
HP: 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 10/10, 10/10

[Private to GM: Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 24/24 (NW balcony), 24/24 (SW balcony), 24/24 (NE balcony), 13/24 (SE balcony)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8  10/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, cloak on fire
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Vaxfar    2  39/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7  20/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste
Ovo       0  41/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  12/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 11:18, Wed 19 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1200 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 19 May 2021
at 04:34
  • msg #659

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin threw off her burning cloak and pointed Ovo at the one unprotected dragon head as she tried to stay behind him.  He, after all, was resistant to fire.

She could hear the din dying down a bit with each lost head and thought she might be able to get a prayer out with only one remaining.

The Sister of Avandra couldn't believe how quickly Laurenbeth had been taken from them.  She whispered a prayer for Avandra to guide her soul and watch over her.  As well themselves as they faced their fiercest of foes.
Lakshmi
NPC, 26 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Wed 19 May 2021
at 16:14
  • msg #660

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee sees Laurenbeth's fate out of the corner of his eye and screams in protest, his screams mixing with the infernal howls crackling through the sanctum. This can't be happening, he tells himself. He had been with Laurenbeth a long time and regarded the woman as kin. the mercenaries eyes are limned with tears and he fights to hold back being consumed with grief. To do so, he screams again, this time in rage, and fires two arrows at Wyrmlord Kul, uttering a curse so foul it is probably good none can hear it.

One arrow bounces off the Wyrmlord's gilded plate mail and one barely punctures a greave to leave a superficial wound.

OOC: Hit for 2 points of damage


11:13, Today: Lakshmi rolled 4,5,18,2 using d20+2,d6+1,d20+2,d6+1 ((2,4,16,1)).


Sarah
player, 934 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 19 May 2021
at 16:40
  • msg #661

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah is extremely anxious; she climbed to the balcony to accomplish something that could not be accomplished, found herself in a position where she could accomplish little, and watched with horror as a companion get shredded to tiny bits.

And still her options are poor.

She eyes the Wyrmlord across the balcony, then looks back to the abishai near her, then back to the Wyrmlord.

Despite her ache to do something, she does nothing but bides her time.  But she mentally transmits a plea . . . .


Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Just bring him over to this balcony . . .

Rogar
NPC, 12 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Wed 19 May 2021
at 23:41
  • msg #662

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar glances over to where Laurenbeth had been just a second ago, the area now filled with spinning blades, and tries to make sense of what he is seeing. He wipes his bicep against the side of his blood-covered face, to get the blood, her blood, from out of his eyes. The big, silent warrior goes into a state of shock as the grim reality dawns on him. Caugh in the circle of silence, all he can hear is the beating of his heart, which can't really hear, but can feel.

He looks around him, sees Ovo and Vaxfar hacking away at the altars, Eoni throwing off a burning cloak, and then, Elam, trying in vain to smash an altar with a small magic rod.

He looks back to where Laurenbeth had been standing. She still isn't there. His sword hangs limply in his hand and he shakes his head, confused, hoping to wake up from this hellish nightmare.
Vaxfar
player, 163 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Fri 21 May 2021
at 14:29
  • msg #663

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar attacks the last alter dragon head that isn't guarded by the bloody barrier, striking at it twice and hitting it once.


damage: 8pts.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 213 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Fri 21 May 2021
at 19:24
  • msg #664

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing Vaxfar smash into the white dragon altar with not quite enough power to smash it to smithereens, Ovo, his face and beard stained with Laurenbeth's beard, turns on his heels and navigates around the swirling blades to get ito position to strike.

Doing so, he slams his magic dwarven waraxe into the altar and sends shards of marble and plaster flying.

This causes the hellish howl to diminish yet again, though the blue dragon altar is still producing liquiescent streams of infernal energy.
Elam
player, 148 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Fri 21 May 2021
at 19:46
  • msg #665

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With four of five dragon altars destroyed and the fifth effectively protected by swirling blades of death, Elam decides it's now or never for his fireball. The only problem? The silence spell cast on Ovo.

The albino wizard slinks back toward Lakshmi, takes up position near the wall, and attempts to focus his attention on the verbal components of his spell. He blocks out all distractions, utters the arcane words, and weaves a ball of fire in his hands which he then shoots up toward the balcony, causing it to strike the banister between Wyrmlord Kul, the abishai in the southeast alcove, and the erinyes in the south alcove.

A burst of flames engulfs all three; however, unbeknownst to Elam, devils, natives to the Nine Planes of Fiery Hell, are immune to fire! Kul, however, is not, but manages to grab hold of the nearby abishai and shield himself with the devil.

Wyrmlord Kul is scorched by the fireball, but the attack is far less effective that Elam had hoped.

OOC: DM post, to keep the game moving.  :\

Kul takes 11 points of damage. The abishai and erinyes take none
DM Pawn
GM, 1504 posts
Fri 21 May 2021
at 20:24
  • msg #666

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni throws off her burning cloak and does her best to marshal her companions, several of which appear to be caught up in indecision.

Wyrmlord Kul seethes with rage following Elam's fireball attack. It wasn't overly effective, but the wizard would likely prove increasingly dangerous once he figured out what would and would not work. Still, he also had to be concerned about the dwarf and elf that had already destroyed four of the five altars.

His cruel deity, Tiamat, would not look kindly on this desecration and he could not allow all his work these past few years to be destroyed. So much blood and toil. He might never get another chance. His goddess had nearly destroyed him following his defeat at these very adventurers' hands during the Battle of Brindol.

With these thoughts front and center in his mind, he shouts across to the western balconies and orders his abishai minions to deal with the wizard. He would take care of the dwarf and elf...

Raising his hands skyward, toward the hellish landscape roiling in the sanctum's domed ceiling, Wyrmlord Kul calls down a rain of fire onto Ovo and Vaxfar. A vertical column of hellish fire 30 feet high and 10 feet in diameters roars down onto both!

Meanwhile, the abishais on the western balconies take flight and hover in the air above the wizard while lobbing fire balls at him. Both strike the wizard and his robes quickly catch on fire!

The abishai on the eastern balconies also take flight and hover over Ovo and Vaxfar, likewise lobbing balls of fire onto their targets. Both hit their targets. Fortunately for Ovo and Vaxfar, neither is wearing much in the way of flammable materials. Still, they are singed by the flames.

The erinyes walks up to the south banister, points at Eoni, and lobs her own ball of fire. Eoni is struck again!


OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

Elam took 10 points of fire damage and his robes are now on fire (abishai).

Eoni took 1 point of fire damage (erinyes).

Ovo took 2 points of fire damage (abishai)

Vaxfar took 1 point of fire damage (abishai).

Ovo and Vaxfar must make a save vs spells to avoid taking 32 points of fire damage from the flamestrike. Save for half = 16 damage.

All PCs have line of sight on all enemies this round.

The blue dragon head altar is completely surrounded by a blade barrier. The blade barrier effectively prevents any melee attacks on the altar PCs can move through it to get to the altar, but will take damage doing so.

The destruction of 4 altar posts has lessened the infernal noise and reduced spell failure chance from 100% to 20%. So, it is now possible to cast spells in the sanctum, pending a spell failure roll, i.e., roll a 21-00 on a d100 for success.

Wyrmlord Kul (flying)
AC: 0
HP: -30/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88] (Southeast balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: Dead (Vaxfar/Ovo), 19/35 (South balcony)

Unhallowed Altar, 5 Heads (blue intact)
AC: 9
HP: 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 10/10

Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 24/24 (NW balcony), 24/24 (SW balcony), 24/24 (NE balcony), 13/24 (SE balcony)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   9/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge
Vaxfar    2   6/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7  10/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, has attacked, robes on fire
Ovo       0  29/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  12/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 03:22, Sat 22 May 2021.
Vaxfar
player, 164 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Sat 22 May 2021
at 00:21
  • msg #667

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar takes the full brunt of the fire, and staggers, nearly going down.  He looks to Ovo and point him toward the Kul.  If Ovo engages the wyrmlord, at least he won't be able to keep lobbing these devastating spells their direction for a time.

Using his spell enhances speed he staggers back and away a few steps till he hear himself breathe. Turning, he speaks words of the arcane, sending three deadly bolts into the last column.

Then, drawing his bow, he fires an arrow towards the Kul but it misses wildly, he can barely see through his burned face.


20:19, Today: Vaxfar rolled 5 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 2.  attack with bow.

21:02, Today: Vaxfar rolled 6 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 5.

21:01, Today: Vaxfar rolled 2 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 1.

21:01, Today: Vaxfar rolled 2 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 1.

Total Damage: 10
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:32, Sun 23 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1201 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 22 May 2021
at 03:22
  • msg #668

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dashing back away from everyone so she could see the Wyrmlord, Dame Daflin readied a Blessing of Avandra to counter the next arcane onslaught he attempted.

OOC:  Dispel Magic on his next attempt at casting.  Seem to be no rules on counter spells so let me know if this isn't a valid use of Dispel.

Eoni Daflin rolled 55 using 1d100 with rolls of 55.  Dispel Magic (failure 15%) .
This message was last edited by the player at 16:22, Sun 23 May 2021.
Lakshmi
NPC, 27 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Sat 22 May 2021
at 04:16
  • msg #669

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Laksmhi draws and fires two more arrows at Wyrmlord Kul. One hits, the other does not. The mercenary then realizes he is running low on arrows. It might not make much of a difference if this goes on too much longer, he realizes.

OOC: Hit one for max damage, 7.

23:13, Today: Lakshmi rolled 22,4,14,2 using d20+2,d6+1,d20+2,d6+1 with rolls of 20,3,12,1.
Rogar
NPC, 13 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Sat 22 May 2021
at 04:26
  • msg #670

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Rogar is shaken and has completely lost his nerve. The only thing he can think to do is flee and put as much distance between him and the hellish place as possible.

He turns around and silently screams at Ovo and Vaxfar, both who are now scorched by the torrent of fire that just rained down from above. The big man gestures wildly with his arms back toward the shaft and runs in that direction. He stops momentarily to attempt to cajole Shmee into following him, but his cagey companion is reluctant to flee just yet.

Disgusted and dismayed, Rogar grabs hold of the floating rope and begins climbing back down the rope. This proves much more difficult than he had anticipated, particularly in his current mental state, but he makes some progress and flees from the sanctum back toward, presumably, Grub and Murph.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:50, Sat 22 May 2021.
Elam
player, 149 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sat 22 May 2021
at 07:18
  • msg #671

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam staggers at the damage taken and beats the fire out. In the meantime, he directs magic missile at the enemy,


22:46, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 10 using 3d6+3 ((1,4,2)).
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:47, Sun 23 May 2021.
Sarah
player, 937 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 23 May 2021
at 18:07
  • msg #672

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah's anguish forces her to abandon her common sense and restraint.

In other words: she can no longer wait for the Wyrmlord to come closer to her while continuing to idly watch him and his minions deal destruction to her companions.

She grabs a healing potion in her left hand.  Then, hoping to lessen their numbers and distract some of them from the others (and give her companions some respite and perhaps time), she leaves her hiding place to attack the nearest abashi from behind.

Potion in one hand, sword in the other, she counts on the noise to further obscure her approach and picks a spot for blade.  And she picks well, as the blade sinks deeply into the abashi's mid-back and deals grievous damage!

Hastened by magic, Sarah has time to wrench the blade out and try another strike.  Unfortunately, the effort needed to remove her sword from the abishi's innards leaves her slightly unbalanced, and her second strike misses the mark.



12:57, Today: Sarah rolled 24,4 using d20+4,d8 with rolls of 20,4.  Backstab.

OMG!  Natural 20!  So, max damage is 8, doubled is 16


12:59, Today: Sarah rolled 9,6 using d20,d8 with rolls of 9,6.  Second Attack (14 to hit).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 214 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sun 23 May 2021
at 18:34
  • msg #673

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Seeing the sellsword flee like a skulking kobold from the battle, Ovo shouts a vicious rebuke directed at Rogar. Despite his best effort, the dwarf's voice cannot be heard within the magical sphere of silence that surrounds him. Perhaps it was for the best, because the dwarf's words are quite unkind and uncouth.

If the dwarf weren't hopping mad before, he is now. He stores his waraxe in his back holster while retrieving a length of rope affixed to a grappling hook from his pack. Ovo tosses the rop and hook up toward the balcony and it catches hold of the eastern banister. If Wyrmlord Kul isn't going to come to him, then Ovo will go to him! Enough of this nonsense.

Ovo gives the rope a quick pull to test its hold, judges it to be good enough, and begins to climb the 30-foot wall up to the balcony. In his magically hastened and strengthened state, Ovo quickly makes it up to and over the banister and hops down right next to Wyrmlord Kul!

Ovo grins and reaches for his waraxe.
DM Pawn
GM, 1513 posts
Sun 23 May 2021
at 22:33
  • msg #674

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar directs a volley of magic missiles through the blade barrier, bound for the blue dragon sculpture. Three missiles slam into sculpture's and cause the head to break off its sinuous neck, where it crashes onto the floor and explodes in a shower of mortar and plaster. The blue dragon ceases streaming liquiescent light toward the ceiling and the infernal cries becomes more distant, though the hellish vista still swirls within the ceiling above. In any event, the unhallowed altar is destroyed!

The altar's destruction seems to get all the devils', and especially Wyrmlord Kul's attention and their actions now become more pitched, desperate, and concerted.

Meanwhile, Sarah sneaks up to one of the hovering Abishais that had been pelting Elam with fireballs and plunges her sword deeply into the creature's side. The force of the blow staggers the devil and knocks it off course.

The wounded blue abishai wings away in a fighting withdrawl from Sarah and flies southeast, toward the south balcony, and stays clear of the rogue's reach.

Elam sends a barrage of magic missiles at Wyrmlord Kul and Shmee adds an arrow the salvo. Wyrmlord staggers to the side and is now quite wounded. Moreover, his life's work has been destroyed and he is now staring down a very ticked-off dwarf with a big axe.

Not liking the prospects of engaging in melee with the dwarf while in direct line of fire of  enemy spellcasters and archers, Wyrmlord Kul lifts off and takes flight, fleeing away to the southwest toward his infernal consort, Franchesca. Now heavily wounded, Kul takes care not to afford Ovo a parting strike. Below, Eoni watches this development and calls on Avandra to turn the tide of this battle by clipping Wyrmlord Kul's magical wings. When the villain has withdrawn outside of the spell's area of effect, Eoni attempts to dispel the magic granting Kul flight.

One minute Kul is soaring above the south balcony, the next he is plummeting back to the ground, fortunate for him, he is over solid ground when this happens and only falls down, roughly onto the balcony, some 10 feet below. Wymlord Kul crashes down to the ground 10 feet distant from her erinyes consort.

Kul shouts out to Franchesca and crawls back outside of line of sight from those below.

Franchesca's eyes narrow to slits and she takes flight and soars toward Ovo, her poisoned dagger poised to plunge deeply into the dwarf's neck. Ovo has time to brace for the attack and wards off the erinyes with his axe and shield.

The blue abishai soaring in the air above Vaxfar looks down with great displeasure upon Vaxfar. Having just watched the elf destroy the planar gate, the angrily lobs another fireball down onto Vaxfar. A flaming sphere scorches Vaxfar again.

One of the abishai above Elam lobs a fireball at the now nearly naked albino wizard, singing the man's skin with fiery rage.

The other abishai careens away to the south and dive bombs Eoni while sending another ball of fire at the cleric. Eoni looks up just in time and manages to step aside before the flaming sphere pelts her. Flames leap up at her feet, but she is otherwise not damaged.

OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

Kul took 2 points of falling damage.

Vaxfar took 3 points of fire damage.

Elam took 5 points of fire damage.

No PC currently has line of sight on Kul, though Ovo and Sarah saw him crawl toward the south alcove.

Only Ovo and Sarah have line of sight on the erinyes.

The blade barrier is still present, but the altar is destroyed. The barrier remains an environmental hazard.

The destruction of all 5 altar posts has destroyed the unhallowed altar and eliminated the chance of spell failure; however, Ovo's silence sphere remains.

Wyrmlord Kul (hiding)
AC: 0
HP: -49/?? [Private to GM: 55-88 / 55-88] (Southeast balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: Dead, 19/35 (Southeast balcony/Ovo)

Unhallowed Altar, All 5 heads destroyed
AC: 9
HP: 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 0/10

Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 8/24 (flying near S balcony), 24/24 (flying near Eoni), 24/24 (flying above Vaxfar), 13/24 (flying near Elam/Shmee)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   9/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  21/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, has attacked
Vaxfar    2   3/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, has attacked
Ovo       0  29/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Invisible, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  12/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  13/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




Eoni Daflin
player, 1204 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 23 May 2021
at 23:31
  • msg #675

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Lakshmi!" Dame Daflin shouted at the man.  "Take out the fire demons!" She missed Rogar's bow, but there was little she could do about it.

Stepping quickly up to the elf, she called on the Grace of Avandra to heal his wounds.  She hoped Ovo could handle the balcony on his own for now.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 2d6+2.  Cure serious wounds, Vaxfar.
Lakshmi
NPC, 28 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Tue 25 May 2021
at 00:41
  • msg #676

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Shmee nods in acknowledgement of Eoni's plea and draws and fire another two arrows. A lot of empty space in the mercenary's quiver. "Almost out of arrows!" he calls out for anyone to hear.

OOC: Hit once for 5 points of damage

19:37, Today: Lakshmi rolled 18,5,8,4 using d20+2,d6+1,d20+2,d6+1 ((16,4,6,3)).
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 215 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 25 May 2021
at 00:45
  • msg #677

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The erinyes is the only thing standing between Ovo and Wyrmlord Kul. Ovo aims to rectify this minor obstacle and hacks at the guileful devil with his axe.

He strikes her once, nearly toppling her to the ground in the process. She can't possibly take another shot like that.

OOC: Hit for 16 points of damage.

19:42, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 23,14,2,9,6,5 using d20+3,2d8+3,d6,d20+3,2d8+3,d6 with rolls of 20,6,5,2,6,2,1,5.  attack erinyes.
Vaxfar
player, 168 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 25 May 2021
at 01:14
  • msg #678

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar speaks a few words of the arcane, and vanishes from the battlefield.


[Private to DM Pawn: After going invisible, Vax rushes over and climbs the rope.]
This message was last edited by the player at 19:33, Tue 25 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1205 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Tue 25 May 2021
at 01:19
  • msg #679

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Have Grub bring up arrows!" Dame Daflin shouted back at Lakshmi.  If Rogar hadn't fled entirely, there should be plenty of arrows down there.
Sarah
player, 938 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 25 May 2021
at 13:25
  • msg #680

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah quaffs the potion in her hand. . . .



08:20, Today: Sarah rolled 6 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 5.  Healing potion.

. . . then seeing that Ovo needs his path cleared Sarah tries to help from a distance.

One of her shots on the erinye hits.

08:24, Today: Sarah rolled 15,5 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 12,5.  Crossbow  (15 to hit).

08:23, Today: Sarah rolled 10,4 using d20+3,d6 with rolls of 7,4.  Crossbow, 15 to hit.
Elam
player, 151 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Wed 26 May 2021
at 03:13
  • msg #681

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Close to succumbing to his wounds, Elam casts mirror image in hopes of buying more time.

Three additional Elam's appear beside the wizard.

OOC: DM post to keep game moving

22:12, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 3 using 1d4 with rolls of 3.  mirror image.
DM Pawn
GM, 1518 posts
Wed 26 May 2021
at 04:15
  • msg #682

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah puts the finishing blow on the erinyes engaged in melee with Ovo. The devil cries out in an agonizing death howl while cursing Ovo and promising to see him soon while she expires on the floor, leaving behind little more than an outline of fire and brimstone where she just lay.

Meanwhile, Shmee takes a moment between firing arrows at the blue abishai to holler down the shaft, "Grub! We need you up here! Bring arrows!!!"

The devil hovering above takes this opportunity to sweep down and plunge its trident deeply into Shmee. It's an excruciating wound that nearly brings the mercenary to his knees. The abishai lands on the ground next to Shmee, rips the trident free of the man's flesh, smiles maliciously, and prepares to strike again!

Sensing an imminent death, the other abishai hovering overhead divebombs Shmee and buries its trident deep into the man's chest. The last thing Lakshmi of The Land Beyond the Golden Plains sees is the blue abishai's slitted eyes as it savors his dying mortal breath...

Hearing Franchesca's death wail, Wyrmlord Kul calls out to the blue abishai circling above the sanctum, commanding each in the Infernal tongue. The scaly devils screech in response and wing toward Ovo, their tridents poised to strike. They zoom in on Ovo's position but he bats the first away with his waraxe, clink, and the second with his shield, clank.

Wyrmlord Kul briefly re-emerges from behind the dragon statue in the south alcove. He has already lost both his consorts in this battle and his abishai minions were struggling to neutralize the dwarf. Seeing the dwarf as his biggest threat, to say nothing of the the wizard, cleric, and elf (wherever he may have disappeared to), Wyrmlord decides to buy himself some time. He  retrieves a bag of dark powder from his side and sprinkles it around himself while calling on Tiamat to protect him.

A protective barrier forms around Wyrmlord Kul and then he begins slowly withdrawing to the southwest alcove where he takes up position beside a dragon statue.

Meanwhile, down below, Grub gives Rogar a good tongue lashing before riding up the magic current to appear in the sanctum. Yes, he is cradling Murph in one arm, quiver in the other.

OOC: I included a battle map at the end of this post to show positioning, etc. Please let me know if it messes up any of your formatting and I will move.

Shmee was hit for 15 points of damage and is dying.

Kul cast Protection from Good: bonus to AC of –1 and a +1 bonus on saving throws. Additionally, the same prevention of bodily contact applies (listed below), only affecting Lawful characters.

Only Ovo, Sarah, and Vaxfar have line of sight on Kul.

The blade barrier is still present, but the altar is destroyed. The barrier remains an environmental hazard.

The destruction of all 5 altar posts has destroyed the unhallowed altar and eliminated the chance of spell failure; however, Ovo's silence sphere remains.

Wyrmlord Kul (protection from good)
AC: 0 (-1 against Good aligned characters)
HP: -81/?? [Private to GM: Min: 55 / Max: 88] (Southwest balcony)

Erinyes
AC: 2
HP: Dead, Dead

Unhallowed Altar, All 5 heads destroyed
AC: 9
HP: 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 0/10, 0/10

Blue Abishai
AC: 3
HP: 8/24 (Elam), Dead (Ovo/Vaxfar), 24/24 (Ovo/Vaxfar), 8/24 (Elam)]


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   9/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, has attacked
Vaxfar    2  10/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism, Invisible
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, has attacked, Mirror Image (3)
Ovo       0  29/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  12/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  -2/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked, dying
Grub      7  14/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.

[Private to GM:

  HD       9   8   7   6   5   4   3   2   1   0   -1  -2  -3
Up to 1    10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20  20
1+ to 2    9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20  20
2+ to 3    8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19  20
3+ to 4    7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18  19
4+ to 5    6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17  18
5+ to 6    5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16  17
6+ to 7    4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15  16
7+ to 9    3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14  15
9+ to 11   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13  14
11+to 13   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12  13
13+to 15   2   2   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10  11  12
]

PCs are UP!!!




This message was last edited by the GM at 01:13, Thu 27 May 2021.
Grub
NPC, 22 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 26 May 2021
at 04:27
  • msg #683

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub floats up and into the sanctum and is momentarily overwhelmed by the scene before him. Then he looks over and notices his companion, Shmee, lying on the ground with a devil's trident plunged into his heart.

"Bloody hell!" he cries out in perhaps the loudest, clearest voice any have heard out of him since he signed on to this expedition back in Drellin's Ferry.

He draws the light crossbow slung over his shoulder, levels it at the abishai, and fires. The shot tears through the creature's neck!

"Get 'em girl!" he whispers, attempting to sicc Murph on the badly wounded devil.

The brown dog, growls, but seems reluctant to navigate the tight walkway around the strange shaft. Murph remains by Grub's side.

OOC: Natural 20. Max damage! Hit for 7!

23:22, Today: DM Pawn rolled 21,4 using d20+1,d6+1 with rolls of 20,3.

This message was last edited by the player at 04:29, Wed 26 May 2021.
Sarah
player, 940 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 26 May 2021
at 17:20
  • msg #684

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Finally, Sarah can do her part to distract, if not damage, the Wyrmlord.

She already has the crossbow, so her prior plan of trying to strike him from behind doesn't come to the front of her mind.

Changing her aim, and working quickly while hasted, she fires twice:



12:14, Today: Sarah rolled 17,5 using d20+4,d6+1 with rolls of 13,4.  Crossbow.

12:14, Today: Sarah rolled 8,2 using d20+4,d6+1 with rolls of 4,1.  Crossbow.

[Private to DM Pawn: OOC: I note that the Wyrmlord's AC dropped from 0 to -1.  I hit 0, but not -1, with that 17.  BUT -- if the drop is due to his potion protecting him from lawful, Sarah is not lawful; she's Neutral.

And on that vein, I offer this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JY6RyRkl9uo

]
Eoni Daflin
player, 1206 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 26 May 2021
at 17:52
  • msg #685

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Horrified at seeing Lakshmi fall to the blue devils, Dame Daflin dashed over with her staff to bludgeon the two of them from behind.  As was her general noncombatant disposition, she did little more than annoy them with her feeble blows.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 8,4 using d20+1,d6+1.  Staff whack with Bless!
Eoni Daflin rolled 9,4 using d20+1,d6+1.  Staff whack with Bless!
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 216 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 26 May 2021
at 23:33
  • msg #686

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo furiously hacks down the blue abishai standing between him and Kul.

OOC: Hit for 24 points of damage. One abishai down.

18:31, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 22,10,4,22,5,5 using d20+3,2d8+3,d6,d20+3,2d8+3,d6 ((19,4,3,4,19,1,1,5)).
Vaxfar
player, 170 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 26 May 2021
at 23:45
  • msg #687

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

It was a grim battle, Vax knew people were dying, and creatures and devils too, the odds seems to rest upon the edge of finely crafted elven blade.  Every decision seemed to change by the moment and it was in such chaos that Vaxfar wondered if all these evil beings had brought a touch of the planes of hell right here into this space..  His wounds hurt, he was growing tired from the loss of blood, running, and probably the damn magic that was both saving him and coursing through his blood.  Moving twice as fast was useful, but unnatural, and he felt he'd hiked 20 leagues in last ten minutes.  Time was not their friend, he knew that much, they needed to end this battle sooner than later or they'd fail.

That in mind, he dashed forward invisibly, loathe as he was to lose that cloak of protection, it was now or never.   He could see Kul tucked within yonder alcove.   As soon as he outran the silence around Ovo, he stopped, cast his very last spell, draining yet another bit of his fading strength, and followed it up with an arrow. First one of the first times in his life, he honestly made a prayer.  In the moment, he did not pray to any one deity, but to any, gods, if you exist and care about mortal affairs, if you just don't like Wyrmlords, whatever your reason, grant us your help!


ooc: rolls to come (forgot to roll them before I started this and don't want to re-write it :-)  re: magic missle, one arrow shot coming up).



19:46, Today: Vaxfar rolled 7 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 4.  to hit Kul. miss

19:45, Today: Vaxfar rolled 20 using 3d6+3 with rolls of 6,6,5.  magic missle on Kul.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:47, Wed 26 May 2021.
DM Pawn
GM, 1520 posts
Thu 27 May 2021
at 01:05
  • msg #688

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar silently calls on divine aid from any deity who might be listening. The Gods of the Dawn War do not often meddle in mortal affairs, and perhaps they are not even listening now, but as Vaxfar emerges from invisibility and evokes three powerful magic missiles that strike the diabolical Wyrmlord with enough force to strike the villain down...well, that might be enough to convince even the least pious elf to pay homage to the Gods more often.

In any event, like the events three years ago, that hot summer evening atop the Cathedral of Pelor, the Tiri Kitor elf, Vaxfar Leaf, strikes the mortal blow against Wyrmlord Kul! As his body crumples to the floor, he cries out in rage at his failure...and his cries are head!

The swirling vortex of energy above thunders and rumbles with power. Suddenly, the energy is swept away...along with the roof itself, like an egg hatching outward. A searing hell-wind blasts through the inner sanctum, thick with the gut-churning reek of brimstone and burning flesh as a blasted landscape of twisted mountains and red lightning-plagued skies stretches across the celestial dome. Towering in the skies above the adventurers, a colossal shape, a shape they all recognize by now--Tiamat!



Know by many names, The Avaricious, Bane of Bahamut, Creator of Evil Dragon-kind, The Chromatic, The Dragon Queen, The Dark Lady, Nemesis of the Gods, Queen of Chaos, and the Undying Queen, Tiamat has placed much on Azarr Kul's plans and his latest failure, coupled with Vaxfar's petition to the Gods, has incited their terrible wrath

The chromatic dragon appears in the maelstrom and darts their massive blue head downward with lightning speed on Wyrmlord Kul's lifeless body, swallowing him with one effortless gulp. Tiamat's five heads twist this way and that, fire, acid, poison, electricity, and ice dripping from their maws as they take in the scene before them. Their blue head pulls back into the writhing infernal sky and their other four heads leer down at the adventurers, their jaws gape, and an unholy blast of divine retribution tears into the gap between the planes.

The Fane's very foundation begins to violently shake. Bits of plaster begin to crumble, fault lines rip through walls and floors, and the sanctum begins to implode all around the adventurers.

Then, with a deafening blast of wind, the portal above closes, Tiamat's window into the Prime Material, closing with it. The Undying Queen is pulled, thrashing, howling, and uttering an unspeakable curse on the adventurers, all the way back to Avernus!

But there is no time for celebration. The Fane is collapsing all around the adventurers. Giant blocks of stone tumble and fall. Gouts of flame, lightning, poisonous gas, ice, and acid spew up from great fissures in the floor, walls, and what is left of the ceiling. Down is up, up is down, left is right, and right is left in this topsy-turvy hellscape. The Fane has become a veritable death trap and getting out alive is anything but assured....

OOC: Need Saving Throws versus Breath Weapon from all PCs and a general description of how you plan to escape this mess. Good luck and well done, regardless the outcome!
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:17, Thu 27 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1207 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 27 May 2021
at 02:29
  • msg #689

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Everybody down the rope!" Dame Daflin shouted as she ignored the blue demons and her own direction to kneel beside the fallen mercenary.  Using her staff, she prayed for Avandra to pull the man back from death.

OOC:  Eoni Daflin rolled 19 using 1d20+1.  Dragon Breath (14).
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Lakshmi.
Vaxfar
player, 171 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Thu 27 May 2021
at 20:04
  • msg #690

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar is nearly stunned by the explosion of energy around him.  Somehow, he hears Eoni's voice through the maelstrom and moves quickly towards the rope.  Time to go!




15:57, Today: Vaxfar rolled 11 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 10.  save. made: target was 9
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 217 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Fri 28 May 2021
at 02:22
  • msg #691

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo cannot hear Eoni's rally cry within the cone of silence about him, but he does manage to see Wyrmlord Kul fall and when the Fane begins violently shaking, he knows when it's time to go. While he is certainly satisfied to see the villain defeated, he cannot help but feel a tinge of jealousy it was not by his hand. This was an opportunity to redeem the Goldenshield name and, like everything else in his life, it had been deprived of him. By an elf, no less!

If only...

Still raging with battle-lust, Ovo grabs hold of the rope, lowers himself down to the lower floor and runs toward the shaft.


21:12, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 15 using 1d20 with rolls of 15.  Breath Weapon (8).
Sarah
player, 942 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 28 May 2021
at 13:47
  • msg #692

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah quickly concludes -- rightly or wrongly -- that even if there is a way to go up doing so would provide no escape.  The best chance is to get to the ground as soon as possible.

And the ropes are the fastest way down.  So she uses one and climbs down as quickly as she can.


08:39, Today: Sarah rolled 18 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 16.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (14).
Elam
player, 152 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sat 29 May 2021
at 05:13
  • msg #693

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam heads for the shaft like the rest of his companions...

00:12, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 22 using 1d20+3 with rolls of 19.  Save vs Breath Weapon (14).
DM Pawn
GM, 1522 posts
Sat 29 May 2021
at 05:31
  • msg #694

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The Fane continues to heave and shatter, tossing the adventurers this way and that as they each scramble toward the dark portal. Arriving there, they soon discover the magic current that had lofted them into the inner sanctum is no longer active. Now, the rope hangs down into the dark shaft, and resumably to the outer sanctum below. No way to tell without climbing down.

And climb they do, one after another, as quick as they are able given the chaotic conditions. It's a long drop, some 200 feet, so not a climb to be taken lightly, and especially not in their present physical condition--battle-battered and weary from a hard-fought drive into the heart of the Fane.

Grub has a close call while attempting to rig a rope harness around Murphy to bring her down with him. While affixing the harness, a large stone slab nearly flattens the rogue, but he manages to jump out of the way at the last moment. That tragedy averted, he joins the rest of the party as they climb back down to the outer sanctum.

There, they find Rogar, who seems to have found new purpose and is diligently waiting beside the rope and assisting each member in turn clear the shaft. Once the adventurers have arrived, they notice the outer sanctum's ceiling has nearly collapsed. When the last member has arrived, Rogar shouts above the chaos, "NO TIME! WE'VE GOT TO RUN. BACK THROUGH HELL! GET OUT OF HERE!!!" and he points back toward the double doors leading into the grand cavern.

And with that, he bounds toward the double doors his legs pumping as fast as they can and not bothering to look back whether any are following. His mind is made up. He reaches the double doors and has to forcibly shoulder into them to get them to budge open against the now-sagging ceilings.

Plaster, rock, water, fire, and debris rains down from the ceiling and huge fissures spread across every surface. This place is collapsing on itself!

OOC: Party is now in Outer Sanctum (2nd level). Regardless of what actions you decide, need Saves vs Breath Weapon again from all party members and a general description of what you intend to do.

Grub was hit for 3 points of damage and Rogar was hit for 7 points of damage (falling debris). All other PCs were unscathed (thus far).

<Orange>
PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   9/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, has attacked
Vaxfar    2  10/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism, Invisible
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, has attacked, Mirror Image (3)
Ovo       0  29/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4   5/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7   5/23   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked, dying
Grub      7  11/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.
This message was last edited by the GM at 05:36, Sat 29 May 2021.
Rogar
NPC, 14 posts
AC: 4 | HP: 27/27
Sat 29 May 2021
at 05:42
  • msg #695

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Throwing the double doors wide, the burly warrior dashes into the behir's cavern and continues running for the secret passage leading to the temple. A chunk of stalactite falls down and crashes into the man, knocking him to the ground. He pulls himself out from underneath the rubble and continues on his way, dazed but still moving.

OOC: Hit for 2 points of damage
This message was last edited by the player at 05:42, Sat 29 May 2021.
Lakshmi
NPC, 28 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 23/23
Sat 29 May 2021
at 05:47
  • msg #696

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having just cleared the shaft, Shmee, who was just rescued from death's door, looks over at his companions, forces a rakish smile, shrugs his shoulders and calls above the tumult, "Well, we ran our way in! Guess we're running back out!" He favors each with a brief smile, and adds, "See you on the out..."

and at that moment, a large block of ceiling falls down and flattens Shmee to a pulp underneath several hundred pounds of stone.

OOC: Shmee is dead. D. E. D. dead.

I was hoping he would make it too...

:(

This message was last updated by the player at 05:47, Sat 29 May 2021.
Grub
NPC, 23 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Sat 29 May 2021
at 05:54
  • msg #697

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub looks on in horror as he sees his good companion flattened like a pancake. He's momentarily stunned and only brought back to the pressing danger by Murph, who is now wildly barking and clear not enjoying the situation.

He's reluctant to leave his friend behind, but there is nothing he can do, so he trudges away toward the cavern, after Rogar, Murph at his heels the whole time.

As the man picks up speed, a river of molten lava begins to rise up from one of the deep fissures in the ground. He cries out in pain as his boot catches fire and his foot is burned. His boot catches fire and it is all he can do to quickly kick his flaming boot free and continue running toward the temple and, eventually, the exit.

OOC: Took 6 points of damage.
Elam
player, 153 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Sat 29 May 2021
at 10:59
  • msg #698

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam is saddened by the events. Hoever, he is acutely he is injured and so are his friends. Gritting his teeth, he followson his companions, running, hoping all would be well.
Vaxfar
player, 172 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Sun 30 May 2021
at 00:18
  • msg #699

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Pass around those potions, let's drink them as we run!!"



20:19, Today: Vaxfar rolled 11 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 9.  save.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:20, Sun 30 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1208 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 30 May 2021
at 03:38
  • msg #700

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"There are only two left!" Dame Daflin shouted back at the elf concerning the last of their healing potions.  "Just run!"

She wished there was time to use the potions and her staff, but there just wasn't.  They had to run.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d20.  Dragon Breath (14). FAIL
Sarah
player, 944 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sun 30 May 2021
at 15:55
  • msg #701

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

It's not that Sarah is unconcerned for the others; it's just that she knows that slowing or looking for them is not the thing to do.  She's already one of the fastest members of the party, and aided by the haste she continues sprinting.

[Private to DM Pawn: She also wonders: is it any safer outside, where this entire structure will be falling, much like an avalanche?

But she has no better idea at the moment; still, she looks for something that suggests itself as a better option than just fleeing.

]

10:51, Today: Sarah rolled 16 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 14.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (14).
DM Pawn
GM, 1525 posts
Sun 30 May 2021
at 17:25
  • msg #702

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam, Eoni, and Grub, unhindered by armor, are the nimblest party members in their hastened state. These three lead the party, with the rest somewhere in the middle and Ovo bringing up the rear. Those who manage to survive this desperate flight, if any, will barely remember anything specific of their struggles weaving through the tight confines of the collapsing cavern of the slain behir and dodging huge slabs of falling stone while contorting through dangling leather strands festooned with scales and claws in the Great Temple of Tiamat.

Each passing moment brings a new nightmare, a new struggle, and a new brush with certain death. The Fane has already claimed Dergan and Lakshmi, and several other are holding onto this mortal coil by the narrowest of margins. They can only hope the situation will improve as each dash up the stairs to the Fane's first level.

But their hopes are utterly dashed.

Climbing up the stairs and emerging into the wide hallway leading to the Tiamat Door, the adventurers behold a scene unlike anything they have seen this far. The hallway is choked in a riot of fire, lightning, gas, acid, and ice, all the while, the ceilings sag precariously low, the structure seeming to be ready to collapse at any moment. Just 150 feet or so between the adventurers and the exit. But it seems as if Tiamat herself is summoning all her power to visit her unholy retribution on these adventurers.

Who, of anyone, will be able to withstand Tiamat's Wrath!?!

OOC: Several PCs were smashed by falling debris, scorched by jets of fire, scalded by piping hit steam, etc. while escaping the Fane's second level. Damage taken was as follows:

Vaxfar: 2
Ovo: 6
Grub: 6
Rogar: 2
Eoni: 2

This is it folks. One more Saving Throw versus Breath Weapon to reach the outside...May Avandra's Grace be Upon You!


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   7/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  26/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, has attacked
Vaxfar    2   8/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, has attacked, Mirror Image (3)
Ovo       0  23/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE (has attacked), Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4   3/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, has attacked
Shmee     7  DEAD   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Grub      7   5/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.
Elam
player, 154 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Mon 31 May 2021
at 01:23
  • msg #703

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam continues to run; encouraging his friends.

Ooc; DM could u help me roll saving throw? Thanks


20:35, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Elam, rolled 18 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 17.  saving throw.
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:36, Mon 31 May 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1210 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 31 May 2021
at 03:31
  • msg #704

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sarah!" Dame Daflin shouted as she tried to hold the others at the top of the stairs as the wizard dashed forward.  She'd wanted the young woman to scout ahead, but they'd outstripped her in their escape.  The Sister hoped she and the others were still able to catch up.

This hallway looked worse than what they'd just been through and some of them had barely survived as it was and they could take a moment to let the others get a bit closer, but they couldn't wait more than a few moments.

While she waited for the others to at least get closer, she used her staff on Grub as quickly as she could.  Then downed a healing potion from her haversack.  If Rogar arrived in time, she would quickly call upon the Grace of Avandra to do what she could for the man.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Grub.
Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Potion of healing, Eoni.

Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Cure Light Wounds, Rogar. If he arrives in time.

Eoni Daflin rolled 8 using 1d20.  Dragon Breath (14). Save if she needs one stopping at the top of the stairs.

Sarah
player, 945 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 31 May 2021
at 14:47
  • msg #705

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah dimly hears Eoni call her name from behind.  Instinctively, she turns slightly to determine the purpose for the call -- which upsets her stride just enough for some degree of disaster to befall her.

09:45, Today: Sarah rolled 13 using 1d20+2 with rolls of 11.  Save vs. Dragon Breath (14).
Vaxfar
player, 174 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Mon 31 May 2021
at 18:39
  • msg #706

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar keeps trying to find his way through the dust, debris, and falling bodies, but he finally makes a mistep.

ooc: rolled a 7, needed a 9 :-(.
DM Pawn
GM, 1526 posts
Mon 31 May 2021
at 19:17
  • msg #707

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Upon reaching the top of the stairs leading to the Fane's first floor and, more to the point, to the exit, Elam briefly looks back at Eoni, who takes up position there to see to the safety of the rest of her companions. Having no such compunctions, and perhaps fearing any delay could make escape impossible, Elam continues sprints through flame, ice, gas, lightning, and terror toward the Tiamat Door.

Eoni takes a quick break to heal herself while she waits for her companions.

Grub and Murph are the first to reach Eoni. Grub, battered and bleeding from a nasty gash on the crown of his head, briefly stops at the top of the stairs and leans against the wall while catching his breath. The man seems a bit dazed, perhaps from loss of blood. He mumbles something and laughs, but whatever he said, Eoni cannot hear it above the racket of the Fane's impending collapse. Eoni seizes this opportunity to heal Grub, and this seems to clear his head a bit. He tries to smile, but cannot, tilts his head in deference to her, and comments a bit more clearly, "Hell of an adventure, this!"

Grub gestures with his head toward the exit and arches an eyebrow, but presumably Eoni indicates she is waiting for others. To this, he responds, "Don't wait too long..." And with that, he is off through the hallway. Moments after stepping into the hallway, Grub is zapped by an arc of lightning. He stumbles forward into smoke and dust and then disappears beyond a collapsed section of ceiling. Eoni thinks she can hear Murph barking but cannot be certain.

Turning her attention back toward the stairs, Eoni watches for a few moments when a section of wall collapses onto her. The wind is knocked out of her as she is nearly buried under rubble. Fortunately, she can pull herself free moments later.

Moments before the wall falls on Eoni, Sarah reaches the top of the stairs. Sarah does not even see Eoni underneath the rubble and continues. Sarah comes upon Grub and Murph, further within the hallway. Grub is badly charred and stumbling along the wall for balance as he makes his way toward the exit. Together, Sarah, Grub, and Murph make it to the Tiamat Door, where they can dimly make out starlight through the dust and smoke. The trio pass through the Tiamat Door and move some distance away, where they find Elam, hunched over breathing hard. There, they wait to see who else makes it out alive...

Near the bottom the stairs Eoni dimly makes out what looks like Rogar and Vaxfar, both beginning to ascend toward her. The pair make it about halfway up when a huge fissure rips beneath their feet. Both fall into the chasm and disappear out of Eoni's line of sight.

Moments later, Ovo reaches the chasm. The dwarf either did not see Rogar and Vaxfar's fate, did and sees no way of reaching them, or did see them and does not choose to try to help. In any event, the dwarf curses, and retreats down the stairs. Moments later, Ovo runs up the stairs and leaps over the chasm!

Ovo lands hard, falling on his hands and knees. But he gets back up and begins pumping his legs to get up the stairs.

Arriving at Eoni's position, Ovo attempts to shout to her above the magic silence, but his mouth moves yet no words are heard.

[Private to GM: "Dame Daflin! Tis good t' see ya, but would think it better t' see ya on the outside. Ha! C'mon then, let's be on our way!"]


OOC: Whew, what a round!

Elam made it outside the Fane and is on the ledge leading to the Tiamat Door!

Sarah took 2 points of incidental damage as she fled the Fane and is is on the ledge leading to the Tiamat Door!

Rogar fell into the chasm in the stairs between the 1st and 2nd level. He took 9 points of damage. His current location/status is unknown. Eoni saw him fall into the chasm. She never got a chance to cast cure light wounds on him and still has that spell.

Vaxfar also fell into the chasm in the stairs between the 1st and 2nd level. He took 10 points of damage. His current location/status is unknown. Eoni also saw him fall into the chasm.

Grub: Eoni healed 7 points of damage from Grub, but he was subsequently damaged for 9. Due to this, Grub made it outside the Fane. He is on the the ledge leading to the Tiamat Door!

Murph is the luckiest dog ever. She made all her saving throws and is on the ledge leading to the Tiamat Door!

Eoni healed 5 points of her own damage, but susequently took 11 points of damage. She currently has 1 hit point and is at the top of the stairs, with Ovo, on the 1st level.

Ovo is at the top of the stairs with Eoni, on the 1st level.



PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   1/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless
Sarah     4  24/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, Escaped the Fane!
Vaxfar    2  -2/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism, Fell into Chasm
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, Mirror Image (3), Escaped the Fane
Ovo       0  23/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE, Silence 15', Heroism
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Killed by blade barrier
Rogar     4  -6/27   8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, Fell into Chasm
Shmee     7  DEAD   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Flattened by Falling Debris
Grub      7   3/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless, Escaped the Fane!

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:38, Mon 31 May 2021.
Sarah
player, 948 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Tue 1 Jun 2021
at 20:13
  • msg #708

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having escaped obvious danger and gathered with some of the others in a place of relative safety, Sarah looks back.

She knows that Ovo is the slowest member of the party, so his failure to arrive doesn't necessarily portend bad news.  Eoni, however, is not slow -- but it would be in her nature to wait for the others.

Anxiously, Sarah looks through the conflagration as best she can for signs of the remaining members of the party.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1211 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 02:06
  • msg #709

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With time against them and the dwarf seemingly pushing them on, Dame Daflin spoke a silent blessing for the fallen and stumbled up the stairs.  As she went, she pulled the last of the healing potions from her haversack and prayed to Avandra for her luck to hold.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Healing Potion, Eoni.
Eoni Daflin rolled 2 using 1d20.  Dragon Breath (14).  FAIL
DM Pawn
GM, 1532 posts
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 04:04
  • msg #710

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Eoni stops briefly to drink another healing potion to give her the vigor necessary for the final dash through the infernal upheaval. Ovo, ever dutiful, waits at her side for her to finish, and then encourages her onward with a gesture.

The duo quickly pick up steam and fly down the ruined hallway with as much speed as they are able to muster. They dodge falling debris, duck beneath buckled joists, and shimmy through tight spaces where passage would be otherwise impossible. Every second is a new brush with death, but the team presses ever on, seeking an exit through the chaos.

Eventually, they push through the sagging threshold that leads to the entrance foyer. Once inside the foyer, they notice a large block of stone blocking the iron door leading to the exit corridor and Tiamat Door. If Ovo weren't still slienced, Eoni would have a front seat to perhaps the filthiest curses to ever leave a Dwarf's lips. Fortunately for both, she hears nothing, but sees Ovo fly into a fit of rage.

The dwarf, the blood of a hill giant coursing through his veins, heaves the huge stone block aside, ridding the door of the obstruction!

Ahead, Eoni and Ovo see starlight through a veil of dust and smoke. The Tiamat Door and exodus from this hellish deathtrap awaits!

The pair stumbles through the huge stone double doors as destruction, ruin, and wrath continues to rage through the evil stronghold.

Elam, Grub, and Sarah see Eoni and Ovo emerge from the Fane in a cloud of smoke and debris.

Rogar and Vaxfar have not emerged. As Ovo comes forward, the ledge is plunged in silence.

OOC: Wow, what  nail-biter!

Eoni healed 7, but took 6 from a failed save. She escaped the Fane with 2 hit points!

Rogar failed his Death Saves and is gone. RIP




PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8   2/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Escaped the Fane!
Sarah     4  24/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, Escaped the Fane!
Vaxfar    2  -2/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18    Haste, Bless, Keen Edge, PfE 10, Heroism, Fell into Chasm, Making Death Saves
Elam      7   5/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Haste, Mirror Image (3), Escaped the Fane
Ovo       0  23/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16    Haste, Giant Strength, Striking, Resist Fire, PfE, Silence 15', Heroism, Escaped the Fane!
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Killed by blade barrier
Rogar     4  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20   Haste, Bless, Fell into Chasm, Failed Death Saves
Shmee     7  DEAD   9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20    Flattened by Falling Debris
Grub      7   3/14   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20   Haste, Bless, Escaped the Fane!

Spell Effects:
Bless: 1 hour, +1 morale bonus and +1 on attack/damage

Haste (All): Double the normal number of attacks. However, a creature may not cast a second spell. All of the hasted creature's modes of movement are doubled as well.

Potion of Giant Strength (Ovo), 100 minutes, x2 weapon damage

Potion of Heroism (Ovo & Vaxfar): 90 minutes, +2 levels, +2d8 temp hit points, Attack/Save as 9th-level Dwarf and 8th-level Elf, respectively.

Striking (Ovo): 10 minutes, +d6 damage

Resist Fire (Ovo): 10 minutes, +3 saves vs heat-based magical or breath attacks. In addition, 1 point of damage is subtracted from each damage die dealt by a heat-based attack

Silence, 15 ft radius (Ovo): 120 minutes

Protection from Evil (Ovo): Cast by Eoni. 120 minutes, wards Ovo from mental control by evil creatures and from summoned creatures.

1 foot barrier creates +1 AC bonus to AC and a +1 save bonus
Prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. This does not prevent these creatures from attempting ranged attacks.
The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature.

Protection from Evil, 10 ft (those within 10 feet of Vaxfar): Cast by Vaxfar, 120 minutes, effects same as above.

Keen Edge (Laurenbeth, Sarah, Vaxfar): Critical threat range increased to 19-20. Max damage on a critical hit.
Sarah
player, 950 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 13:49
  • msg #711

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah smiles when she sees Ovo and Eoni emerge.  Seeing Eoni struggling from her wounds, the girls steps up to help her.

"The others . . . ?" she asks.

[Private to Eoni Daflin: While helping Eoni, Sarah surreptitiously presses a flask into her hand. "Drink this," she whispers.

Healing potion, d6+1.]
DM Pawn
GM, 1533 posts
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 15:14
  • msg #712

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam, Eoni, Grub, Murph, Ovo, and Sarah huddle a little off to the side of the Tiamat Door, to get out of the way of the choking ash, cinder, and smoke wafting out from the Fane. It is a cloudless evening under a new moon. The warm current drifts through the Wyrmsmoke Mountains and carries cinders on its breezes, illuminating the night sky like a procession of infernal fireflies.

The broad stone ledge leading to the Fane is now covered in earth and scree. Glancing up, above the Tiamat Door, the adventurers notice its source--the cliffs above have largely sheared off and fallen down the mountainside. The large cave entrance to the blue dragon's lair appears to have collapsed as well and is now blocked by rockfall. It seems the destructin wrought within the Fane also extends to the surrounding landscape.

The adventurers spend several minutes catching their breath, waiting for their missing party members to emerge from the Fane. None appear.

At some point, Murph approaches the Tiamat Door and begins sniffing the ground and air. Then, the brown dog begins to periodically bark. Of course, those close to Ovo do not hear the dog's bark, but they can see her barking nonetheless.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1213 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 18:34
  • msg #713

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin pointed Ovo in the direction of the barking dog and backed out of his aura with the others so she could do what she could for them.  Calling upon her dwindling supply of Avandra's Grace, she treated the wounds of those most injured and herself.

She also drinks a final potion.

Feeling better, she finally replies to Sarah's inquiry.  "I saw Vaxfar and Rogar fall into a crevasse on the stairs up.  Ovo was behind them, but they must have been lost as he jumped the fissure and joined me without looking back.

"I'm hoping that dog has a reason for barking.  Perhaps one of them was only stunned.  Once the ground stops shaking, we'll see if there's a way back in to see what we can do for them."

OOC:  Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds, Grub.
Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds, Elam.
Eoni Daflin rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  Cure light wounds, Eoni.
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Potion of Healing, Eoni.

Sarah
player, 951 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 18:35
  • msg #714

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"It may be that he is worried about them," Sarah says in a voice that suggests she is too.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 218 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 20:50
  • msg #715

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo watches the barking dog and then turns his attention back to Eoni and Sarah, speaking outside the cone of silence. He watches their lips move but has no great skill in discerning such things.

He finally takes stock of his other companions. He sees Elam nearby, resting against a boulder. Grub has gone off to attend to Murph.

He saw what happened to Laurenbeth and Lakshmi. There was nothing to be done for either of them, but perhaps say a prayer and hope their were welcomed in the halls of the gods.

But, where was the glory-stealing elf and the yellow-bellied sellsword?

He looks around again, hoping he has just overlooked them. But, he hasn't. They didn't make it out.

He turns his attention back to the two women and continues to watch their conversation while worrying about their exposure out here on the open ledge. He casts a nervous glance back up to the dragon's cave and feels only a little relief seeing its mouth collapsed.
DM Pawn
GM, 1535 posts
Wed 2 Jun 2021
at 20:53
  • msg #716

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Several more minutes pass and eventually the mountain ceases its shaking. Drifts of smoke and ash still billow out from the Fane, but it is now much more diffuse.

As the battle-fever and fight or fight instinct begins to wear off, the adventurers become quite weary, perhaps even sick. They have all been through so much. Seen so much. Enough for a lifetime, these past 24 hours, and then some.
Sarah
player, 952 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 00:42
  • msg #717

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah bites her lower lip.

"Do -- Do we go back? To look for them?"

She casts a furtive glance skyward, remembering there was a blue dragon up there at one time . . .
Eoni Daflin
player, 1214 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 01:56
  • msg #718

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We should at least see if we can get back in," Dame Daflin replied to the younger woman.

Turning back to the dwarf, she waved to get his attention before pointing back into the opening.  She followed up by pointing at her eyes and then back at the cave again before waving him to lead the way.

"Elam," she said, turning to the wizard.  "Stay out here and keep watch while the rest of us see how far we can get.

"Grub, I'd have you stay as well, but we need your friend's nose," she said, pointing to the dog.
DM Pawn
GM, 1536 posts
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 02:15
  • msg #719

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub does not appear overly thrilled to be heading back into the Fane, but he eventually shakes his head in disbelief, shrugs, and leans down to whisper something in Murph's ear. He gives the brown dog a playful cuff on the collar and urges her onward.

Murph is likewise initially hesitant, but follows once Grub leads the way.


PC        AC   HP    9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1  0 -1 -2 -3
Eoni      8  13/34   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Sarah     4  24/26   8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Vaxfar    2  -2/49   6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Elam      7   8/20   9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20
Ovo       0  23/54   4  5  6  7  8  9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Grub      7  9/14    10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 20
Lauren    5  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Rogar     4  DEAD    8  9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 20
Shmee     7  DEAD    9  10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20   


This message was last edited by the GM at 14:27, Thu 03 June 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 219 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 02:26
  • msg #720

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo hastens his step to get ahead of Ovo and Murph, drawing the party into silence again. In truth, if anyone was best-suited to lead a party into the ruined dungeon on a search party for missing companions, it was Ovo. Ovo is a dwarf and such things come almost as second nature to their kind.

Having picked up on the nature of their mission by now, Ovo leads Eoni, Grub, Sarah, and Murph through the destruction wrought within the Fane. He retraces the precarious way back through the Fane, taking care to point out obstacles, hazards, and the like, all of which are quite numerous now. It is difficult to imagine this as being the same place they first saw 24 hours ago. The fortification has been thoroughly sundered by Tiamat's wrath.

In any event, with Ovo leading the way, and Murph's nose, the party delves deeper into the ruin...

Unfortunately, the silence messes with Ovo's concentration and he has difficulty judging his steps, spatial distances, etc.

OOC: Everyone inside the Fane, please roll a Wisdom ability check as part of the search party. We're looking for 3 successes. If we get them, Vaxfar is found...

If we don't?  Well, lets focus on the positive :)


21:27, Today: DM Pawn, on behalf of Ovo Goldenshield, rolled 18 using 1d20 with rolls of 18.  Wisdom Check (12).
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:28, Thu 03 June 2021.
Grub
NPC, 24 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 02:31
  • msg #721

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub searches as well, taking care to not fall into fissures, trigger rockfalls, or bring on any other disaster.

OOC:
21:29, Today: Grub rolled 13 using 1d20 with rolls of 13.  Wisdom Check (12).

Murph is an automatic success, due to the exceptional sniffer...

:)
Eoni Daflin
player, 1215 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 02:50
  • msg #722

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin kept moving her head to shine her tiara around for the others.

"I last saw him on the stairs," Dame Daflin pointed out.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 20 using 1d20.  Wisdom Check (14).
Where were these rolls when we were rolling Breath Weapon saves!

Does the Bless boost this check for Grub?
Elam
player, 156 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 03:12
  • msg #723

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam nods at the request and stays guard.
Sarah
player, 953 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 12:43
  • msg #724

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah has a vague idea . . .

OOC: Funny thing, if you put in '20' and not 'd20,' the result is a 20.


07:42, Today: Sarah rolled 9 using 1d20 with rolls of 9.  Wisdom (10).
DM Pawn
GM, 1538 posts
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 14:06
  • msg #725

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo devotes most of his mental faculties ensuring his companions do not accidentally stumble into any of the structural hazards that now litter their trek back into the ruined stronghold. A single false could step could spell the end and Ovo takes his duties with great responsibility.

Retracing their steps, the party sees no evidence of any living enemies within the Fane. Many of the sidechambers, adjoining rooms, and the like have completely collapsed. It's truly a wonder the adventurers were able to escape this destruction. Having not seen any evidence of their missing companions, they eventually reach the chasm that now prevents easy access to the lower levels of the Fane. The chasm has no ripped even wider than the 10-foot span Ovo previously jumped across and is now easily 50 feet wide--virtually impossible to jump across without magical means.

Heat and fumes waft up from the chasm. Its source? A river of lava now flowing beneath the ruined Fane. Safely climbing across the span, via the ceiling would be very difficult. There are plenty of hand and footholds, but the ceiling is such weakened state, it looks as though all it would take it the smallest of pressure for entire sections of ceiling to tumble into the chasm and lava below.

Peering down into the glow of this latest obstacle, to look for other options Sarah notices something on a narrow ledge, 20 feet or so below. Not something! Someone!

Vaxfar!

She sees the elf sprawled out, prone, perched precariously over the ledge. He does not appear to be moving.
Sarah
player, 954 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 14:14
  • msg #726

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Found him!" Sarah says as she looks to evaluate the risk of trying to climb down.  "Anyone have any rope left?"

OOC: I had rope when we started, but have no idea if mine was used to get up to the Wyrmlord.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:14, Thu 03 June 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 220 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 14:23
  • msg #727

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The cone of silence surrounding Ovo meercifully ends, enabling party members to converse once more.

Ovo replies to Sarah's query, "I left me rope up there when I went after Kul."
Grub
NPC, 25 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 14:25
  • msg #728

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub offers his reply in characteristic slurred fashion, "My rope is...was...floating up there in the shaft."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1216 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 21:16
  • msg #729

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin realized she shouldn't have drank that last potion.  Even if someone could get down there, they wouldn't be able to revive him for the climb out.  Without rope, they couldn't even haul him out if someone did reach him.

"We need some way to lower me down there," she said, looking around.  "Grub, is there anything in your magic bag that could help?"

Failing that, they'd need to search back through the rubble for anything they could use.
Grub
NPC, 26 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 21:37
  • msg #730

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub retrieves the bag of tricks and pulls out a fluffy ball. He tosses it on the ground and the ball slowly inflates into a live, breathing skunk. The rogue cannot help but laugh.

"Probably not what you were thinking," he whispers.

Murph lowly growls when she notices the skunk, to which Grub issues an admonishment and puts himself between dog and skunk.

The skunk sort of sniffs around a bit, but otherwise seems to take a liking to Grub and patiently waits to do the man's bidding. Murph looks at the skunk with some degree of jealousy in her eyes and edges closer to her master, just to make it clear who was there first.

"We could make a rope. I once made one out of my trousers and a bedsheet in Dennovar, escap...." he catches himself and cuts off the rest, a sheepish look on his face.
Sarah
player, 955 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 21:45
  • msg #731

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah instinctively shoots a look at Grub, but says nothing.

Getting over whatever shock she was experiencing, she says softly: "I unloaded some of my stuff before we fought the Wyrmlord, but I still have this . . . If we're making rope, maybe it'll help."

She produces a large cloth sack.

OOC: Anyone seen "Time Bandits?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1217 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 21:55
  • msg #732

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I do have a bedroll," she says quickly as she slung around her haversack to pull it out.  She was always grateful about how much it could carry.  Perhaps she should have fit in an extra rope.

Thinking about extra rope, she knew they had more back where they'd left the mules.  They shouldn't have left for home as it hadn't yet been three days.  Though, perhaps, counting days wasn't a mule's forte.

[Private to GM: msg #180 Directions to mules.]
Sarah
player, 956 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 22:01
  • msg #733

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I have bedroll too . . . and my armor, if it helps.  I don't really need it."

Regardless of whether the offer of her armor is accepted, she takes it off.  At a minimum, it makes her cooler.
DM Pawn
GM, 1540 posts
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 22:10
  • msg #734

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Between the rescue party, there is more than enough cloth and leather to fashion a crude rope and harness that can be used to lift Vaxfar out from his precarious location. Presumably, they get to work and do so and have a workable solution a few minutes later.

Now, someone just needs to climb to get down to Vaxfar to attempt the extraction...
Eoni Daflin
player, 1218 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 22:38
  • msg #735

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I still have a little of Avandra's strength left to heal him if he lives," Dame Daflin said to the others.  "You should lower me down to do what I can."
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 221 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Thu 3 Jun 2021
at 23:47
  • msg #736

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Lend a hand then, Grub, Sarah," Ovo says while grabbing the rope and preparing to help Eoni into the harness and lower the cleric down to Vaxfar.

The combined strength of the three adventurers is more than enough to safely lower Eoni down to the ledge where Vaxfar lay. There isn't much space on the ledge but, Eoni manages to situate her beside the unconscious elf. He is badly injured, but not beyond Eoni's skill to revive.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:47, Thu 03 June 2021.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1219 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 00:05
  • msg #737

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"He's still alive!" the Sister called back up to the others.  Closing her eyes, she intoned a Blessing of Avandra upon the persistent elf.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 8 using 2d6+2.  Cure serious wounds, Vaxfar.
DM Pawn
GM, 1541 posts
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 00:16
  • msg #738

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Deep beneath the sundered ruin of the Fane of Tiamat, perched atop a meager ledge within a deep chasm plunging to a river of lava below, Eoni huddles over her unconscious companion and calls upon Avandra's favor once more. Whether it is the glow of the river below, or Avandra's boon, a warm glow spread from Eoni's hands to Vaxfar's immobile form.

Moments later, Vaxfar's eyes flutter open. Through blurry vision and echoed tones, the elf sees an indistinct shape and hears a woman's voice. Then, she comes into focus...
Vaxfar
player, 176 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 00:44
  • msg #739

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar, battered and burned, nearly no less grim or ugly than usual though, lips his blackened lips, and coughs.  With a hoarse voice, "Madame, next time you invite me on one of your adventures, let's go somewhere nice....deal?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1220 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 01:08
  • msg #740

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I go where I'm needed and it's seldom nice," Dame Daflin replied with a smile.  "It's good to see you're still alive.  Now don't roll off the edge here while they haul me up and lower the rope back down for you."

She used the word rope rather generously for their contrived sling.

"Pull me up!" she called up to the others as she held on tightly.
Sarah
player, 957 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 01:14
  • msg #741

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Strength isn't Sarah's long suit, but she does what she can -- although she'll make way for stronger folk if there is insufficient room for all to help.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 222 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 01:27
  • msg #742

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo waits until given the command and the does as instructed. Hauling Eoni up the chasm is trivial for the burly dwarf, especially with Grub and Sarah's aid.

Once Eoni is top-side, Ovo lowers the improvised rope back down to Vaxfar and calls down, "Elves and yer naps. Ye think ye could have found a less convenient place to knock off fer a bit?" His tone is grim and disapproving, but his eyes are quite mirthful and he might even favor Vaxfar with the hint of a smile.
Vaxfar
player, 177 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 8 Jun 2021
at 13:41
  • msg #743

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As Vaxfar helps steady Eoni's climb back up, the grim elf says, "ah, the silence spell has worn off, this day just keeps getting better".
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 223 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Tue 8 Jun 2021
at 20:38
  • msg #744

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo pulls Vaxfar up from the chasm. As soon as the elf is free of the hazard, he asks, "Did you see Rogar?"
Vaxfar
player, 178 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Tue 8 Jun 2021
at 23:56
  • msg #745

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods, "He fell near to me,  even as I lost consciousness, a tremor shook him over the edge into the fires below, he is gone"
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 224 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 00:08
  • msg #746

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Hmm," Ovo says while peering down into chasm, the lava reflecting off his dark eyes. He turns his gaze to Dame Daflin.
Grub
NPC, 27 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 00:10
  • msg #747

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grun approaches the chasm, looks down, and sadly shakes his head. "Sorry pal," is all he can think to say.
Vaxfar
player, 180 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 00:27
  • msg #748

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar looks at Grub, the last of his group that joined, other than good ole Murph.

"Sorry for your losses Grub, if you want to join up with a new band, if we ever get free of this cursed place, you and Murph are welcome wherever I go next."  a moment later he adds, "Who brought the adorable skunk?"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1224 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 03:24
  • msg #749

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"May Avandra's Light guide those who gave their lives here to save others," Dame Daflin intoned.  A prayer for those friends lost.

"Let's not push our luck," she said after a moment.  "We'll see if we can find the mules and then make camp in the wood."
DM Pawn
GM, 1545 posts
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 12:43
  • msg #750

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo leads Eoni, Grub, Murph, Sarah, and Vaxfar back through the ruined stronghold. There are fewer tremors now and those that can be felt are likely the result of settling stone and not the earth's upheaval. In any event, the adventurers emerge from the Fane of Tiamat and rejoin Elam on the stone ledge.

Elam has neither seen or heard any unusual activity over the past hour since his companions went back inside the Fane.

Perhaps thirty seconds after the last party member passes through the Tiamat Door, the adventurers hear what sounds like a large cave-in somewhere within the Fane. Moments later, the Fane belches a cloud of dust that wafts over the adventurers. When the dust clears, the the Tiamat Door is choked with rubble and access into the Fane now seems impossible, anyone left inside, likely perished.
Grub
NPC, 28 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 12:52
  • msg #751

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Lot of blood, sweat and tears lost here and equal shares of nothing is still...nothing," Grub is heard to say while pouring Murph a saucer of water from his waterskin.

After doing so, he turns on his heels and addresses the party in as clear a tone as he can manage, but Eoni in particular. "Lost a lot of my friends today. For their sake, we need something to show for our efforts. We can rest. Fine. But we should make a go of getting something for our troubles."

"Tales only buy so many free drinks. Coin goes farther," he says with finality while eyeing the mouth to the cave high above the Fane.
This message was last edited by the player at 12:53, Wed 09 June 2021.
Sarah
player, 959 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 13:05
  • msg #752

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Whaddya suppose happened to the dragon that was up there?" Sarah asks nobody in particular.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1225 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 13:41
  • msg #753

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We can see if there's a way back in," Dame Daflin agreed wearily to Grub's desire.  "Tomorrow.

"For now, we find the mules if we can and make camp."

They weren't entirely empty handed.  A few of them did manage to hold onto their new magical items, including Grub's bag of skunks.
Grub
NPC, 29 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 14:28
  • msg #754

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub nods in agreement with Eoni's proposal and adjusts the bag of tricks now slung over his shoulder. He wonders how the wolf and skunk were getting along and what other animals might be carousing within.

"Okay," he replies.
Vaxfar
player, 181 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 9 Jun 2021
at 23:42
  • msg #755

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods and having scouted the way in, leads the way out in search of the mules.
Elam
player, 158 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Thu 10 Jun 2021
at 01:35
  • msg #756

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam continues to wair, praying nothing happens
Eoni Daflin
player, 1226 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Fri 11 Jun 2021
at 01:30
  • msg #757

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Looking up at the night sky, Dame Daflin took a deep breath.  They'd been underground for so long it felt good to be out from under the mountain.  She hadn't even realized it was dark until she'd looked up to see the stars.  So accustomed had she grown to seeing by just the light of her tiara.

"Let's at least get across the bridge and find a place to rest," she said to the others.  "We can wait until dawn to search for the mules and I want to be away from this entrance if anyone comes to see what befell the fane."

They'd make a cold camp and eat what they had to avoid being spotted by any errant patrols.

OOC: Avoid dangerous night time travel options, but don't hang out on their doorstep.
DM Pawn
GM, 1549 posts
Fri 11 Jun 2021
at 23:50
  • msg #758

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The party crosses the natural bridge in darkness, Ovo and Vaxfar leading the way for those unable to see in the dark. Fortunately, it's a clear night and sliver of moon shed enoigh light to not make the trek overly dangerous. Arriving a short distance away, the adventurers take shelter in the lee of the large rock outcroppings they hunkered down beneath before they first approached the Tiamat Door. Here, they take their rest and await dawn and better light to traverse into the slot canyon back toward the mules' last known position.

Presumably, they set watch and remain vigilant for enemies who may emerge from the Fane or, worse, the dragon cave high above. Several hours pass uneventfully, with no enemies seen or heard, and dawn's first light begins to spread across the eastern horizon.

With the benefit of light filtering into the slot canyon, the party makes good progress through the difficult terrain, bouldering where necessary and following the same path, in reverse, they previously trekked. Four hours later, they come upon their mules. Some are dozing in the shade. A few are absent-mindedly pawing at the ground. The rest are drinking from a natural spring. None seem particularly happy to see the adventurers and treat their arrival largely with indifference.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1227 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 12 Jun 2021
at 00:58
  • msg #759

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"We'll make a hot meal here and then push on for a few hours until the heat rises," Dame Daflin said as she carefully reached out to stroke one of the mules.  It was a good sign that nothing had run them off and she was glad they were all right.
Sarah
player, 961 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 12 Jun 2021
at 01:03
  • msg #760

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah takes a deep breath.  She says nothing, but something is clearly on her mind.  Whatever it is, she contemplates it as she runs her fingers over her newly found cape.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 225 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Sat 12 Jun 2021
at 15:20
  • msg #761

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo removes his armor, stretches out for a bit, and is seems content to relax for the time being.

Some time later he comments to his companions, "I swear by me forge, if I never see nothing like what we saw in that Fane again, it won't be too soon. Got a bit toasty in there, for sure." He chuckles then adds, "Between the pickaxe and rockface we were!"
Eoni Daflin
player, 1229 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sun 13 Jun 2021
at 01:07
  • msg #762

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Dame Daflin collected wood and started a fire to cook on.  She was as tired as everyone else, but didn't want to find out what she'd see when she closed her eyes.

In the end, it all happened so fast.
DM Pawn
GM, 1554 posts
Mon 14 Jun 2021
at 22:18
  • msg #763

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The adventurers eat, relax, and eventually drift off to much-needed sleep after their harrowing experience inside the Fane. They awake several hours later, rested, if not still a bit weary.

It is now mid-afternoon with enough sunlight remaining for a possible return trip to the Fane to explore the dragon cave for treasure. Grub broaoched the idea earlier, but he does not raise the point again. For his part, he seems quite content to continue resting, if allowed.

Eoni, Sarah, and Vaxfar have accomplished what they set out to do. Wyrmlord Kul has finally been defeated, albeit three years after the Battle of Brindol, but defeated nonetheless. Those who signed on for the promise of material gains may feel less than satisfied, but none express as much. Laurenbeth would likely have something crass to say about empty pockets, but she didn't survive the ordeal. Neither did Dergan, Rogar, or Shmee.

Occupational hazards.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 226 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Mon 14 Jun 2021
at 22:22
  • msg #764

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo busies himself with securing his equipment within his pack and refilling his waterskin from the nearby spring. Upon completing these tasks, he addresses the group by asking, "We headed back then?"

It's not clear where the dwarf means by 'back' and he doesn't clarify. He just seems ready to move on.
Sarah
player, 963 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Mon 14 Jun 2021
at 23:18
  • msg #765

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Well," Sarah starts -- and there she stops.  She isn't entirely certain how to finish.

"I hadn't really thought about 'after.'  I can always go back to the Dwarven clanholds near Hammerfist . . . I guess.  I don't feel the need to hide so much anymore, but I did like it there."
Vaxfar
player, 182 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Mon 14 Jun 2021
at 23:28
  • msg #766

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar stretches his sore muscles, "Healed, and replenished of magic, and invisible, I'd be willing to go back and do a soft search for easy treasure.  No big risks taken.  As for after, I'm not done, I don't we've all been through this much, honed our skills, just retire.  I'd like to take a few months off, see something that isn't trying to kill me, enjoy some fine things, but, there are evils in the world, who is going to oppose them if I don't?"  He shrugs and leaves it at that.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1230 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Mon 14 Jun 2021
at 23:56
  • msg #767

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Having already stayed longer than she'd wanted, Dame Daflin was eager to head back to Drellin's Ferry and a bed, but as they'd seen no sign of patrols and the mules left unmolested, she was having second thoughts.

"We could stay here through the night," she said reluctantly.  "In the morning when we're rested, and if we still haven't seen any activity, we can see if there's any way back in."

She wasn't too hopeful as it sounded as though the mountain had just crushed everything beneath it.

"We'll keep a sharp watch tonight and no fire," she concluded to make a point that they weren't out of danger just yet.
DM Pawn
GM, 1555 posts
Tue 15 Jun 2021
at 23:46
  • msg #768

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The adventurers decide to camp within the slot canyon through the night and set watch rotation accordingly. The evening passes uneventfully.

Presumably, the group decides to return to the Fane in the morning to take a closer look. Doing so, they take shelter in the shadow of a large rock outcropping with an unobstructed view of the Tiamat Door. From this vantage point they see smoke wafting out of the ruin of the Tiamat Door, but do not see or hear any other activity. Looking above, at the mouth of the dragon cave, they likewise do not notice anything unusual.
Elam
player, 159 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 01:49
  • msg #769

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

OOC: Did you guys come back for Elam???
Sarah
player, 964 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 01:54
  • msg #770

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Elam:
OOC: Did you guys come back for Elam???

OOC:  I didn't know he wasn't with us . . .
Elam
player, 160 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 02:04
  • msg #771

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Oh I thought I was outside guarding when you guys went back.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1232 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 03:47
  • msg #772

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Sarah," Dame Daflin asked the young woman, "would you like to scout it out while we cover you from here?

"See if there's a way in and let us know if you need help."

Although she felt better after a night's rest, the Sister of Avandra still tapped everyone in the morning with her staff for good measure.

OOC: Eoni Daflin rolled 9 using 1d3+8.  Overnight Rest.
Eoni Daflin rolled 3 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Ovo.
Eoni Daflin rolled 5 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Vaxfar.
Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Elam.
Eoni Daflin rolled 7 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Grub.
Eoni Daflin rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Staff of Healing, Eoni.
Sarah
player, 965 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 12:51
  • msg #773

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah nods.

She figures it unlikely that a dragon could sneak up on her -- but one could be lying in there unconscious.  That blue dragon hasn't been accounted for yet, after all.

Plus, the ground itself may not be unstable and dangerous.

Carefully, she ventures forth . . .
This message was last edited by the player at 12:52, Wed 16 June 2021.
Vaxfar
player, 183 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 37/37
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 13:09
  • msg #774

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar looks at Sarah, "Rather go in invisible?" If she is, Vax will cast it on  her.
Sarah
player, 966 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 13:12
  • msg #775

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar:
Vaxfar looks at Sarah, "Rather go in invisible?" If she is, Vax will cast it on  her.


Sarah considers, but doesn't take long.

"Thanks, but I don't think it's necessary.  The hazards aren't likely to be things creatures that can see, so better to save that, I think.  Thanks, though."

[Private to DM Pawn: But going in, Sarah will stick to the shadows and move as quietly as she can.]
Eoni Daflin
player, 1233 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 20:44
  • msg #776

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"It would also be nice if we could see her progress," Dame Daflin pointed out.  "If she fell off while climbing, we'd wouldn't be able to go help."
DM Pawn
GM, 1556 posts
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 22:46
  • msg #777

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah easily scales up the side of the mountain and comes level with the partially collapsed cave mouth. Sarah does not see or hear any activity within the cave. While several large stones have fallen down and partially obstructed the entrance, there is plenty of space for her to maneuver around the obstacles to gain access to the cave. Presumably, she does so.

Pushing beyond the collapsed entrance, Sarah sees similar destruction inside. Moreover, she notices the blue dragon crushed beneath a large slab of stone, apparently slain by the crushing blow. Sarah can see the dragon's head, its eyes open and glassy, one of its hind legs, and part of a wing. The rest of the dragon is crushed beneath stone.

Within the pockets of cave that have not collapsed, treasure is scattered here or there, its guardian seemingly unable to mount any resistance.
Sarah
player, 967 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Thu 17 Jun 2021
at 00:49
  • msg #778

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

With the fate of the blue dragon now known, Sarah breathes a sigh of relief.

She looks for viable places to tie a rope, then climbs back down to report what she has seen.
Elam
player, 163 posts
Albino Warlock
AC: 7 | HP: 20/20
Thu 17 Jun 2021
at 15:07
  • msg #779

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

“Good work everyone,”Elam says when he hears Sarah’s report. “I guess we can head up to loot the dragon’s treasure! I will try to see if there anything magical we can use.”
Vaxfar
player, 184 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 13/37
Fri 18 Jun 2021
at 18:15
  • msg #780

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar nods, "Let's be quiet, careful, get what we can, and get the hell out of here".




Vax will also cast a detect magic to help looks for the bestest treasure :-). With Kul dead, I assume we are tying up loose ends.  I would enjoy a final XP, treasure count as there is always hope the GM will some day get a hankering to bring back these heroes for another one off adventure, in the distance future of course.
DM Pawn
GM, 1558 posts
Fri 18 Jun 2021
at 23:17
  • msg #781

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

After Sarah reports what she has found, the party gets to work on extracting treasure from the partially collapsed lair of the blue dragon. They work methodically and with great efficiency and are able to retrieve a considerable hoard from the cave, which they haul away in waves, back to the shelter of a large rock outcropping on the other side of the natural bridge. The process takes several hours, presumably with members taking turns on watch to ensure no enemies sneak up on them, unaware. Fortunately, they encounter no resistance and are able to go about the task in peace.

The hoard ends up being a dizzying array of treasure which includes:

A wooden trunk, rubbed with a dark green stain and bound in brass. It has a
good quality brass lock [Good lock; trunk, 84 gp].

Inside the trunk,  a green cloak [1 gp] is tucked in around the other contents. Under the cloak is a set of green full plate armor of a size to fit a person about half the height of most human warriors. The armor is made of individual pieces of green material fastened together, most of which have the rounded look of scales [green dragonhide armor, small size, made for a dwarf, gnome, or halfling; 1,300 gp].

Below the armor is a short sword in a green leather sheath. The sword has a bright green
gem [emerald] in the pommel, and the hilt is wrapped in silver wire over green leather. The
blade itself is dark gray and unadorned [adamantine; short sword 4,010 gp]. Lying next to the sword is a matching dagger, though its blade is a lighter steel gray [masterwork dagger with emerald; 1,107 gp].

Next in the chest is a green leather saddle, sized  to fit even a pony [30 gp] with matching saddlebags [5 gp]. One saddlebag holds two unlabeled vials [antitoxin; 50 gp each]. The other contains a green pouch [1 gp] of coins [70 gp, 95 sp, 86 cp], three gems of various
shades of green [malachite, 10 gp; peridot, 50 gp; jade, 100 gp] and a tiny green wool bag [2 gp].

Inside the small bag is a silver ring sized to fit a small finger. On it gleams a large, brilliant green stone [emerald], cut square [3,250 gp]. [Total Value: 10,130.36 gp]

In addition to the chest, the party retrieves:

+2 two handed sword
belt of giant strength
cloak of protection +2
boots of traveling and springing
wand of fireballs (13 charges)
9,700 sp in loose coins
4,570 gp in loose coins
180 pp in loose coins
gold statuette of Corellon (1,600 gp)
3 matched emeralds in a fine wood case (Total value: 2,100 gp)
8 lesser quality gemstones in a small wool pouch (Total Value: 40 gp)

Hauling all this stuff back to the pack animals and onward through the Wyrmsmokes all the way back to Drellin's Ferry will be quite the journey, but not quite as impressive as their foray into (and more importantly, out of) the the Hell of the Fane of Tiamat.

[Private to GM: 25,925 XP]
Eoni Daflin
player, 1235 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 00:27
  • msg #782

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Let's leave the contents of the chest alone," Dame Daflin said.  "It seems to be a complete set of someone's and I'm curious to know who they were.  It may be possible to track down the house it's from.

"As to the rest, as Ovo has the axe, Vaxfar might try out the two handed sword.  The belt for Ovo and the wand for Elam.  That leaves the cloak and boots for Sarah and Grub to divide.

"We'll split the coin evenly.  Grub," she asked, turning to the man, "do you know if Laurenbeth, Rogar, or Lakshmi had family?  I'd like to give them their shares."

She had no idea if Dergen had family.  Perhaps someone in Drellin's Ferry might know.
Sarah
player, 968 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 01:48
  • msg #783

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'm not sure what the cloak I randomly grabbed does exactly; I feel better wearing it but that's all I've been able to figure out.  I don't know if I want it, and I certainly can't wear it and a cloak of protection at the same time."


OOC: So, can someone tell me what it is? :)
Sarah
player, 970 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 02:39
  • msg #784

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I don't think I can get much use out of the cloak I found in the chests earlier.  It seems like something better suited for you, Eoni.

And as for the boots or the cloak of protection: I am not sure I would get much use out of the boots.  I'm inclined to prefer the cloak."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1238 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 04:20
  • msg #785

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"My cloak did burn up during our fight in the mountain," Dame Daflin admitted, admiring the workmanship of the cloak the young woman offered.  "I can try it out to see how well it suits me.

"It reminds me of something Aldara would wear."
Sarah
player, 971 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 23:24
  • msg #786

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I think I would get more use out of the protective cloak."

Sarah looks down, then back up and confesses: "Truthfully, if I were to have magical boots, I'd wish for something different."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1240 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Sat 19 Jun 2021
at 23:56
  • msg #787

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"How are the boots for you?" Dame Daflin asked of their remaining mercenary.
Grub
NPC, 30 posts
AC: 7 | HP: 14/14
Sun 20 Jun 2021
at 01:42
  • msg #788

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Grub visually assesses the boots and then picks them up to examine them a bit more closely. He turns them over, examines the soles, apparently likes what he sees judging by his low whistle, and comments, "I fancy them, if nobody else has an eye on them, will gladly take them. My old boots have seen better days."

A quick look at the man's feet reveals this is quite true.

"Not that Murph would know anything about it, would you?" and he shoots the brown dog a reproachful glare. She ignores him and continues to chew on a length of rawhide she has been working at for a while.
This message was last updated by the player at 00:29, Tue 22 June 2021.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 227 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 00:03
  • msg #789

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Ovo closely examines the magic belt with great reverence and eventually states his fondness for the item. "I'll gladly wear and do great deeds by it," he solemnly states while trying it on for size.

Being a magical item, the belt adjusts to its wearer's dimensions and fits quite well.

Ovo beams, "Aye. This'll do quite well!"

That detail taken care of, Ovo turns his attention to allocating the treasure among the party's pack animals and ensures the load is distributed evenly.

"We've a long walk back to Drellin's Ferry," he comments while asking for assistance securing a chest to one of the stronger mules.
Eoni Daflin
player, 1241 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 00:12
  • msg #790

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"The sooner we start, the sooner we get there," Dame Daflin said, moving to help Ovo with the chest.

They weren't out of the woods, yet, but unless another dragon showed up, they were in good shape.
Vaxfar
player, 185 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 13/37
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 00:40
  • msg #791

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Vaxfar takes the large sword, and holds it out, first with one hand, and it slowly drags his arm to the ground.  Frowning, with two hands, he steadies it.  Moves it around, slowly, and sloppily.

"Hmmmm.  It will take years to learn to wield this thing properly.  And time I have" he smiles.

"Let's go....Eoni, I recall Dergan was from far over the sea, no family nearby but he did mention a place in Dennovar, I think a kind of orphanage for the street kids that worked around the docks,  we could give them a donation in his name, I think he'd like that".
DM Pawn
GM, 1563 posts
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 00:58
  • msg #792

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The adventurers turn their attention to packing out for their return trip to the settled lands of Elsir Vale and have their gear sorted in short order. It took seven days to reach the Fane of Tiamat from Drellin's Ferry and it will likely take a bit longer, owing to the increased load of the blue dragon's treasure. The company accounted for this possibility and traveled as lightly as possible, even down to only packing enough rations as necessary to make the trip with no delay. Of course, there were four more mouths to feed on the way here than there will be on the way back, but still not a lot of extra food for side treks and false starts.

Fortunately, the trip through the slot canyons to the Wyrmwash is uneventful. Traveling along the Wyrmwash likewise proves anything but memorable. There is no evidence of hobgoblin patrols or any other activity, save for occasional buzzard sightings in the distance, these circling over some unfortunate creature near the end of its life.

The drudgery of travel allows each of the adventurers to contemplate all they have seen and done these past few days, perhaps even over the course of their adventuring careers. Moreover, thoughts perhaps turn to the future, or maybe some are content to simply focus on the present, and getting home, wherever that may be.

In any event, the company eventually emerges from the Wyrmwash and begins their eastward trek along a dusty trail on the northern periphery of the Thornwaste, an inhospitable land of broken hills, briar-choked ravines, and dry, dusty scrubland.

One night, while encamped along this trail, the company hears a great number of unknown beasts howling and yapping in the distance, but not that distant. The party sets to defensive positions, expecting trouble, but none comes. The howls and yaps grow more and more distant and eventually are heard no more. Whatever their source, they either want no part of a well-armed and alert adventuring party or they were unaware of their presence.

The next morning, the party sets out again, on yet another mind-numbing day of sweltering, dusty travel through largely forgotten land.

As the party pushes eastward, the landscape becomes greener and off in the distance they begin to see outlying farms and ranches, and beyond, Drellin's Ferry.

Civilization!
Sarah
player, 973 posts
Thief
AC: 4 | HP: 21/21
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 13:03
  • msg #793

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

Sarah lets out a deep sigh, as if she'd been holding her breath the whole trip from the Fane.

"Glad to see the town, but I'm not looking forward to listening to Lord Guidry -- who, no doubt, will conveniently forget his opposition to this effort and claim credit for the brilliant idea of asking us to go to the Fane."
Eoni Daflin
player, 1242 posts
Sister of Avandra
Dame of Brindol
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 16:53
  • msg #794

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"I'm just looking forward to a bath and a bed," Dame Daflin admitted.  Though their first priority would be to secure the treasure they'd brought back.  There was just too much to hide from prying eyes.
Ovo Goldenshield
player, 228 posts
Axe For Hire 7
AC 3 (1) HP 47/47
Wed 23 Jun 2021
at 23:20
  • msg #795

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

"Aye, a bath and bed, and maybe tall tankard of ale!" Ovo puts in. "To start," he adds wit a twinkle in his eyes.

With that, he urges the pony he had been leading to move along with a bit more pep in her step.
Vaxfar
player, 186 posts
AC: 2 | HP: 13/37
Thu 24 Jun 2021
at 00:40
  • msg #796

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

As the days passed, Vaxfar was healed of wounds, and burns, and soreness, and stiffness.  Each evening, he practiced for a period with the strange two handed weapon, and each day, it looked more natural in his grip and motions.  He spent more time looking at the sky, giving small treats to the brave mules, even scratching the dogs ears.  Some darkness seemed to have lifted from the grim elf. j
DM Pawn
GM, 1564 posts
Mon 28 Jun 2021
at 01:04
  • msg #797

Re: Chapter 20: The Fane of Tiamat - Upper Fane

The company's return to Drellin's Ferry turns out, at least initially, to be free of much of the fanfare that immediately followed the Battle of Brindol, three years prior. Of course, the situation was a bit different. Brindol's citizens had a front row seat to Wyrmlord Kul's siege and saw the adventurers' exploits first-hand. The Fane of Tiamat was far away from Elsir Vale's settled lands and even farther out of mind.

The party elected to avoid the scrutiny of the larger and busier Old Skull Inn in favor of the smaller Green Apple. Carrying as much treasure as they were, this was likely a smart decision, Sarah would have concluded based on her understanding of the Old Skull's nosy halfling proprietor, Kellin Shadowbanks.

The Green Apple is a cheerful taphouse and inn frequented primarily by locals. Its proprietress, a stout dwarf by the name Tharrma, is a good friend of Valthur, and known for being discrete. The part secures accommodations at the Green Apple and spends the next several days resting and recuperating.

It turns out Lord Morton Guidry has already left for Brindol well before the adventurers returned to Drellin's Ferry, so there are no awkward meetings there. At some point, Town Speaker Norro Wiston and Captain Soranna Anitah meet with the adventurers, and both seem content to allow the adventurers as much privacy as they would like.

Of course, everyone in town is aware of what the adventurers set out to do, and in the following days, the adventurers are pressed for details on what they saw at the Fane of Tiamat. The people of Drellin's Ferry remember full well the devastation wrought by the Red Hand, so any assurance the adventurers provide that the threat has been vanquished is met with great relief.

News of the adventurers’ exploits then spreads from town to town as the Tale of Wyrmlord Kul’s Doom makes its way to inns, taphouses, and taverns all along the Dawn Way. The tale grows more fantastical with each retelling, every traveling bard, minstrel, and storyteller offering a subtle variation on the same theme--heroic adventurers overcoming overwhelming odds, delivering the killing blow against Wyrmlord Kul, and foiling his designs in unleashing a tyrannical goddess onto the world.

This, their latest exploit, would undoubtedly go on to bolster their renown across the Elsir Vale, and even into lands well beyond the far-flung frontier. But for most, it would almost assuredly not be their last adventure. But, having slain Azarr Kul and caused his stronghold to implode in the process, the adventurers have decapitated the Red Hand horde, once and for all. Their charismatic leader gone, the remaining goblinoid tribes of the Wyrmsmoke Mountains scatter back into the wilds and are hunted down over the next few months.

Days becomes weeks. Weeks become months and, eventually, months become years as the roll of time unfurls with new tales added to the adventurers’ exploits. While each tale seems to be more fantastic than the next, the truth of what happened within the Fane of Tiamat is often just as fantastical as the half-truths and outright falsehoods. Of course, the only ones who know what really happened in the Fane of Tiamat are Dame Eoni Daflin, Elam N'Tari, Grub, Ovo Goldenshield, Sarah, and Vaxfar Leaf.

Long may tales of their mighty deeds spread across the lands!
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