Quests:
1. Deliver wagon goods to Barthen's Provisions. 50g reward
2. Return stolen goods to Lion's Shield Coster. Unknown reward
3. Escort Sildar to Phandalin. 50g reward

The rutted track emerges from a wooded hillside, and you catch your first glimpse of Phandalin. The town consists of forty or fifty simple log buildings, some built on old fieldstone foundations. More old ruins-crumbling stone walls covered in ivy and briars-surround the newer houses and shops, showing how this must have been a much larger town in centuries past. Most of the newer buildings are set on the sides of the cart track, which widens into a muddy main street of sorts as it climbs toward a ruined manor house on a hillside at the east side of town.

As you approach, you see children playing on the town green and townsfolk tending to chores or running errands at shops. Many people look up as you approach, but all return to their
business as you go by.

Sildar smiles and looks to the group. "We have returned to civilization. Phandalin doesn't have much to offer compared to the big cities, but it's welcoming enough. I'm told the Stonehill Inn is the best in town; quaint, but good food, good ale, and decent beds."
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:01, Sun 07 Apr 2019.

What luck! We are in need of all three. After we deliver the wagon goods to Barthen's Provisions and return the stolen goods to Lion's Coster, we'll dine at Stonehill inn. What will you do Sildar?

OOC Stonehill inn is probably a good place to ask around about Echo Caves and Cragmaw Castle

I’m glad we finally arrived Sildar, I’ll stay with you and the wagon until it’s unloaded and then I’ll head over to the Stonehill tavern, I need a drink and good sleep!

I'm with Talin. I'm eager for a warm bath and some entertainment at this reputable inn. I'm sure there will be a few patrons interested in hearing about our heroic tale. I'll switch the names of course, no need to draw attention to ourselves after all.

In the center of town stands a large, newly built roadhouse of fieldstone and rough-hewn timbers. The common room is filled with locals nursing mugs of ale or cider, all of them eyeing you with curiosity. The proprietor is a short, friendly young human male who also eyes you with curiosity but after a a quick glace over the party his smile returns and he greets you openly.

"Welcome! Welcome to Stonehill Inn. I am Toblin Stonehill, very happy to serve you. Are you here for a bite to eat? Drinks? Comfortable accommodations?" He informs you that there are six rooms available for those who are interested.

Sildar steps forward and takes one of the rooms for himself, then Toblin looks to the rest of you.

Teranthvar feels quite soiled.

I need a hot bath and a hearty meal. I'll take a room sir and a dish on your recommendation to eat. Thanks.

Teranthvar begins humming to himself getting into a mood of frivolity. He checks to make sure he's got all his gear, takes a deep delightful breath of smells coming from the kitchen, and waits to be taken to his quarters.

Following quietly behind Dakath pays little mind to the conversation till an inn is mentioned.

"Seems a good place for day or two rest and as you have said maybe a lead or two."

"Rooms are normally one gold piece per night, with food prices separate." He gives a list of food options and prices, as below:



"As for recommendations, that depends on what you prefer. If you want flavor, I'd go for the sausage. If you've been without food for quite some time, the pottage will stick to your ribs nicely. The lamb is filling too, but some folks find the aftertaste of lamb to be a bit unpleasant, so keep that in mind if you've not had it before."

Toblin, great to walk into your fine establishment and meet you. I'm Xander, this is Teranthva, Talin and Dakath. We are tasked with escorting goods to your fair village and rooting out goblins and banditry. We are looking for Echo Caves and Cragmaw Castle. Do you know of anyplace around here by these names?

Afterwards Xander will try and buy his room and board with a song. He'll play the pan flute and conjure a marienite fairy no larger than Xander's palm with prestidigitation. The melody is like a honey sunrise, the puppet dances.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
22:28, Today: Xander rolled 20 using 1d20+5 ((15)).
By Popular Demand
You can always find a place to perform, usually in an inn or tavern but possibly with a circus, at a theater, or even in a noble’s court. At such a place, you receive free lodging and food of a modest or comfortable standard, as long as you perform each night. In addition, your performance makes you something of a local figure. When strangers recognize you in a town where you have performed, they typically take a liking to you.

---

In reply to z Toblin Stonehill (msg # 8):

Teranthvar mulls it over.

Yeah, the porridge and ale sound filling. I'll take it!

After being taken to his quarters Teranthvar has a nice hot bath and returns to eat his meal. While enjoying the performance he starts writing down an account of the adventure, more focused on dramatic story telling rather than accuracy.

He thinks then porridge is quite good and he is satisfied. He also is a light weight with alcohol and feels a little tipsy after one ale.

Thinking the party is done for the night, he orders a second ale.

Toblin shakes his head in answer to the two locations he was asked about, "Can't say that I've heard of either of those, I'm afraid."  He seems a bit more excited about the entertainment, and asks for a quick demonstration to verify you are skilled, then agrees to trade the room and meal for your performance.

"Pip, Trilena, let's get some of those windows open and see if we can draw a few more ears. Hopefully some of those ears will be tied to dry throats or empty stomachs." A young boy and a woman, who each share similar facial features, set to opening windows. The boy says something you can't quite hear, but you catch the word 'dad' and seems to be directed toward Toblin, indicating this was likely his wife and son.


A female barmaid named Elsa delivers Teranthvar's drink, "You've the look of adventurers about you. We have a retired adventurer living in town, old Daran Edermath. Enjoy!" She smiles and then returns to her station.


With his question answer, disappointingly so, Xander proceeds to start up his performance. He did quite well with it, and had both the patrons and the staff moving or singing along.

Melathos decided he wanted to have a look around the town a bit, and asked the others to excuse his absence, before heading out the door.

And remember! For good fortune, plant a tree for the faire folk to live in. They show their gratitude in good fortune! The more homes the better! Hay Yeah! It's been a pleasure!

OOC who wants to ask around for old Daran Edermath? He might know where to find Echo Caves and Cragmaw Castle.

After Teranthvar is sated and the crowd has grown a bit due to the performance, he tries to mingle around the patrons to uncover gossip in the town.

The performance plays out very well, drawing more patrons in to listen, and the ale does flow more freely. Some of the locals offer to buy additional drinks for the party, and comments are heard here and there along the lines of Xander being a local favorite, and that Toblin should bring him back more often. During breaks in the performance, some of the locals even come over and ask questions to get to know you better.

As the party moves through the crowd asking and answering questions, or just listening to the locals discussing things among themselves, a number of interesting topics are revealed:


An elderly farmer named Narth shares, "Sister Garaele, who oversees the Shrine of Luck, recently left town for a few days before she returned wounded and exhausted."

Teranthvar asked a couple of questions about Daran Ederrnath, and the barmaid Elsa told him he runs the orchard across town.

A local miner named Lanar was drawn in by the sound of music and shared, "Orc raiders have been attacking people out east on the Triboar Trail, and the town master is looking for someone to run them off."

Dakath notices Toblin keeps a weary eye on the streets and questions him about it. He reveals, "There's a group of mercenary bandits in town called the Redbrands who have been terrorizing the town. The town master, Harbin Wester, has done nothing at all to curtail them."

Toblin's wife, Trilena, adds, "Thel Dendrar, a local woodcarver, stood up to the Redbrands a ten day ago when they came by his shop and leered at his wife. The ruffians murdered him! Several townsfolk saw it happen. They grabbed his body and took it off, but now his wife and two children have gone missing too."

Toblin's son, Pip, wanted to offer something too, "Quelline Alderleaf's son, Carp, said he found a secret tunnel int he woods, but the Redbrands almost caught him, so he had to run for his life instead of seeing where it leads."

The final bit of information comes from a weaver named Freda who added, "The Redbrands hassle every business in town. Every one, 'cept for Phandalin Miner's Exchange. They don't want any trouble from Halia Thronton, who runs the place, so they keep away from that one."

Teranthvar collects himself and heads off to sleep. With the local gossip swimming around in his head he's curious where the group will insist on going in the morning.

Talin enjoyed his early night & wakes up refreshed and very very hungry! So heads into the tavern to see what they can rustle up for breakfast & to find find the other members of the party

Teranthvar joins Talin for breakfast.

I'm more for stealth these days. Easier to see and write about great things, but I have a sneaky feeling our party might be interested in hunting orcs. I'm ok with it if we have the muscle, otherwise I think we should investigate that secret path into the woods.

The group headed off to bed, ready to put this day behind them and move on to the next. You wake to the smells of an active kitchen. Those who wander outside to see what their nose is trying to tell them discover that a menu has been posted, and a query to a waitress reveals the price to be 2 silver pieces.

Breakfast: Bacon, Quail eggs, Soft cheese, Strawberries, Millet

Teranthvar chows down on some quail eggs and strawberries. He stands up, stretches a little, and then sits back down.

Xander will join Teranthvar, after a delightful breakfast he will ask the party

so we are in agreement, we are to find the town master and get hired on to push off the Orcs?  does anyone need any supplies before we seek out the town master? 

  I am in agreement Talin speaks in in between mouth fulls, he ‘s not had a breakfast this good for a long while!

I’m not sure about supplies though, maybe lets speak to the town master first to get a better idea of where we are going and can decide if we need further supplies or provisions then

With a couple of questions to the locals for directions, the party finds their way to the townmaster's hall.

The building has sturdy stone walls, a pitched wooden roof, and a bell tower at the back. Posted on a board next to the front door is a notice written in Common that reads, "REWARD - Orcs near Wyvern Tor! Those of a mind to face the orc menace should inquire within." The notice bears an official seal and an apparent signature though you can't even make out a specific letter much less whose name it's supposed to be.

Stepping inside, you see a fat, pompous looking human man talking to Sildar. Sildar pauses when he sees you enter, "Harbin, these are the heroes I told you about who saved me from the goblin cave." He introduces each of you first, "This is the town's headmaster, Harbin Wester."

"Welcome to Phandalin. Have you come to answer the call against the orcs in Wyvern Tor, as well?"

Sildar looked slightly annoyed at the headmaster, as if they had been in the middle of a discussion about one topic and Harbin and jumped right over to another.

Sildar! A surprise, you look well! Thank you for the tip on Stonehill Inn. Better food and company could not be found.

Headmaster Wester, we were tasked with escorting goods to Phandalin. We have done that but it seems there is still much work to be done. Tell us about the orcs and how much you value this job.

My thanks too for the recommendation Headmaster  Talin nods hello to  Sildar I’m keen to learn more about these orcs that have been causing you bother

"Well, there have been many reports of a band of orcs attacking travelers near Wyvern Tor. There is a reward of one hundred gold pieces to eliminate the threat. It's hilly country and we don't know exactly where their camp is located up there, but reports say there are at least half a dozen of them up there. We only care about the threat being eliminated, so whatever goods you find among the orcs is your's to keep."

In reply to z Harbin Wester (msg # 26):

Teranthvar says to Talin:

You know I didn't consider the terrain. Perhaps we sneaking about in the hilly countryside will go well for us when figuring out to do with these orcs. I'm just concerned we don't have the muscle we'll need if caught or decide to engage.

The terrain is troublesome, I’d prefer to be riding rather than walking too, is it possible to hire on a fighter to add to our numbers?

we can see if anyone else accepted the job. If it's just us, I'm sure we can manage. We are very capable.

"No one else has answered the call. Old Daran Edermath was good with a sword back in his time, but he's been retired for some years now and just works the orchards. I doubt he would be interested in risking his life against some orcs, but you never know if you don't ask."

I wouldn’t want to put an retired swordsman back in harms way, he will have earned some peace & quiet. I guess we will have to make do as we are

In reply to Talin (msg # 31):

I agree, but perhaps he has some advice about the geography here and what he knows about the orcs.

Daran Edermath is the old adventurer who might know something of echo cave and Cragmar Castle. I would be all for seeing him and picking his thoughts.

Privately to the group.

I honestly believe we can accomplish this, 6 or so Orcs are not beyond us, shall we accept? 100 gold is nice three ways but maybe we can convince him of a more even split? Shall we?

Good idea Teranthvar Talin nods to the elf let's accept this contract as we stand now but go to Daran to see if he has any advice to offer

Great! Let's get moving then.

The townmaster thanks you for accepting the job, and mentions that the results of the job will determine whether or not he can increase the fee to something more evenly split three ways. How quickly and how thoroughly you do it could increase the reward.

With that, the group headed out to find the Edermath Orchard. "Good day to you, gentlemen. I take it you are the adventurers I've heard tale of all over town this morning. What brings you here to my orchard?" Daran is a fit, silverhaired half-elf. You can tell from the age that does show in his face that he's well over 100 years old.

Good day to you Daran, we come looking for advice from an experienced adventurer! Talin smiles enthusiastically We have accepted a contract fro the town master to clear out a band of orcs that have been troubling the area

Good day Daran, we've heard a bit about you from the towns folk and were hoping for your expertise either in arms or advice for handling the Orc problem around here.

Well met! I am Xander, this is Teranthvar and he is Talin. Might we break bread with you? We are new to the area and hear you know the area. A band of orcs are attacking travelers near Wyvern Tor, do you know any likely places they might hole up? Also have you heard of Echo Cave and Cragmar Castle in your travels? 

"Yeah, I've heard talk of the orcs. They've not bothered us personally here, so I can't say I paid too much attention. Let's step inside and we can have a little chat, hmm?" He leads you about thirty yards to a small house where he offers apples, cider, and a pale yellow cheese with tiny red veins running through it.

"I've faced a few orcs in my day. They're strong, fast, aggressive, and they don't go down very easy either. They like to use large weapons, sometimes crudely made, but the more fierce it looks, the better for them. They already have size and strength in their corner, so if they can use fear to enhance their advantage they will. But don't like their size fool you, their aggression lends them as much extra speed as it does extra strength."

He listens to the questions and comments that come his way before he continues, "Wyvern Tor? There are a few places I know of that orc may take for a base. It's a large hill with several caves and natural shelters." He goes on to describe them. (You'll have advantage when searching or it.)

"Cragmaw Castle is not one I'm familiar with, I'm afraid. It sounds like a goblin tribe if you ask me, but I don't know where they would have a castle. If it is goblins though, a 'castle' could be nothing more than a hill with a few piles of stones. Who knows?"

"Echo Cave though? There's a place called Wave Echo Cave where there was said to be a mine with a natural font of magic that allowed for the creation of magical weapons and armor. I can tell you the legend says it's somewhere in the area, thought to be east of here. Travelers have come through for the last few hundred years or so in search of it, but in all that time no one has found it."
This message was last edited by the player at 15:16, Sun 05 May 2019.

Talin tucks into the food & drink that was offered This is delicious! Thank you kindly

It does not sound promising that no one has found the wave echo caves yet, do you know of anyone whop may be able to help us locate Cragmaw Castle, in what ever form it is

Thank you for your generous hospitality and sharing your knowledge of the area. How can we repay your counsel? I feel confident we can find these Orcs now. 

Daran seemed to take pride in his work with the orchard, and smiled at the compliments give to him. At the mention of repayment, he started to say something, then hesitated for a moment in thought before he spoke after all, "I don't need any form of payment for what I've given, I would gladly help anyone who wants to fight against evil. That doesn't mean I couldn't use your help, though. There's a group of mercenaries here who call themselves the Redbrands. They're too many in number, and too much younger than I, for me to fight them off myself. If you could do something about addressing that stain on this town, that would certainly be something I would appreciate. They've not bothered me personally, but they've murdered men in the town square, and the families of some of them have gone missing since."
This message was last updated by the player at 18:08, Tue 07 May 2019.

I think that’s something we would be happy to do once we have dealt with the orcs Talin looks around at the others How do you feel about that? Deal with the orcs and then return to help Daran with his problem?

A question of priority has been proposed.

Xander is smiling and participating and then he is not. His smile fades and he turns his head this way and that. After a half second of this he sighs and looks annoyed.

I just got a bad feeling, like we are missing something. The orcs, have they been killing and kidnapping like the Redbrands or just raiding and pillaging? The missing families are not normal bandit behavior. Are they selling them into slavery or something worse? I feel like we should take care of the Redbrands before they do anything to the missing families.

We heard a rumour that a boy was chased away from the forest by some Redbrands. Are you familiar with that area Daran? Might they have a hideout of some sort?

So deal with the red brands before the orcs? I feel like we maybe getting sidetracked but I’m happy to go wherever, a job is a job after all

Sorry guys. I feel like my patron is amused with something and that always makes me nervous.  Besides, if the Red Brand is killing folk here in the streets and kidnapping families from out their homes, they are a much closer threat then the orcs in in Wayvern Tor

Teranthvar listens to Daran intently, clearly recognizing that he is an honorable man and soldier. He turns to his companions and interjects.

I think the Redbrands might be the more morally pressing issue at hand, especially considering what has been happening. Perhaps Daran might be more inclined to give us information about the caves we seek if we do this good deed. I have a feeling he'll reward us if he sees we're honorable and just people who 'vanquish' evil. Maybe he knows more about the legend than he is letting on...

Ok, seems we have a consensus, let us make a move as we have been wed fed already

Maybe we should buy some provisions and check out new gear. It is probably going to get a bit hairy. I say we visit an apothecary and equipment vendor.

As you bid farewell to Daran and head back into town to prepare for your next adventure, you hear a man call out from your left, "Well would look what we have here? A group of travelers who've stumbled into town without bothering to pay their proper dues. But, no worries, there's just a small late fee to be paid on top of the normal. Only a mere seven pieces of gold."

Looking at the group, you saw that there was five of them, in total, with each but the one in front already having hands on sword hilts. The on standing off to the apparent leader's right threw in, "For each of you, that is." Two of the others laughed.

Only seven gold? My friends you are in the wrong profession! watch as a master of the mystic arts can will wealth into existence. Behold! A diamond raw and uncut from the very bowels of Mount Hotenow. See it shine and glimmer? Only Seven for each of us? surely this gem is worth at least seven platinum.  Would you be interested in taking a orc Slaying job from us? Wyvern Tor is lousy with them.

Xander will draw his wand and cast prestidigitation to conjure a diamond.


01:29, Today: Xander rolled 9 using 1d20+5 ((4)).

Talin looks around to see if they are surronded &  backs away slightly to make some room between himself, Xander and the Redbrands

Here's a physical representation of positioning as it stands right now. Xander has presented the diamond, and the mercenaries are about to respond to it (as I get some more time to post). Their expressions right now are a mix of greed and caution.


RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:37, Wed 22 May 2019.

The leader steps up to Xander to examine the diamond. He looks at it closely, but skeptically. He moves to grab it quickly, but the stone crumbles to dust at his touch, that then dissipates into nothingness as the magic that created it faded away as well. He draws his sword and the other four follow his lead, "Keep this one alive for Glasstaff."

I've rolled initiative for everyone, to speed things up. Go ahead and post your actions for round 1

10:23, Today: Psynister rolled 21,15,16,8 using d20+2,d20+0,d20+3,d20+2.  Initiative.
10:23, Today: Psynister rolled 10 using 1d20.




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic

Maric approaches at a steady pace. Once he reaches the I10 square, he halts and casts a cantrip, seemingly focusing it on the leader.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 30 feet
Components: V, S, M (the stem o f a plant with thorns)
Duration: Instantaneous
You create a long, vine-like whip covered in thorns that
lashes out at your command toward a creature in range.
Make a melee spell attack against the target. If the
attack hits, the creature takes 1d6 piercing damage, and
if the creature is Large or smaller, you pull the creature
up to 10 feet closer to you.

---

Xander gives a nervous chuckle.
You heard of that one huh? How about this.

Xander twirls his wand and gives a command in sylvan. He directs his will to a cluster of red band mercenaries 1 and 4

Kaima!

initiative 17 action cast sleep on 1 and 4 for 19

19:47, Today: Xander rolled 17 using 1d20+3 ((14))

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Sleep
1 enchantment
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 90 feet
Components: V S M (A pinch of fine sand, rose petals, or a cricket)
Duration: 1 minute
Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard
This spell sends creatures into a magical slumber. Roll 5d8; the total is how many hit points of creatures this spell can affect. Creatures within 20 feet of a point you choose within range are affected in ascending order of their current hit points (ignoring unconscious creatures). Starting with the creature that has the lowest current hit points, each creature affected by this spell falls unconscious until the spell ends, the sleeper takes damage, or someone uses an action to shake or slap the sleeper awake. Subtract each creature’s hit points from the total before moving on to the creature with the next lowest hit points. A creature’s hit points must be equal to or less than the remaining total for that creature to be affected. Undead and creatures immune to being charmed aren’t affected by this spell.

---

Talin hang back and starts to cast Eldritch Blast at the leader, hopefully if the leader goes down quickly then the remaining bandits will run

07:56, Today: Talin rolled 6 using 1d20.  Initiative .
07:56, Today: Talin rolled 3 using 1d10.  Eldritch blast damage.
07:55, Today: Talin rolled 8 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch blast to hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:57, Fri 31 May 2019.

A wood elf runs up to join the fight as soon as he sees the Redbrands going hostile. He lashed out with what looked to be a whip made of pure lightning. He lashed out at the leader's arm and gave it a tug as if to pull him over, but he did so prematurely and the lightning unraveled itself after just barely singing the man's leather bracers. Miss

Xander moves his wand and utters words in the sylvan tongue, causing a burst of pink-green powder to form a large bubble around the two northern enemies. It hovers there suspended for a moment before one of the Redbrands opens his mouth and all of the dust flies into his mouth and lungs before the man falls over unconscious. R4 falls asleep

Talin sends a blast of energy flying at the mercenary leader, but he bats it aside with the flat of the blade as though it were nothing. The look on his face showed that he had impressed even himself, but luck was with him that time. (miss)

RBLeader takes two vicious swings at Xander. The first sails over the elf's head while the second gets caught up in his armor but penetrates no flesh. (2 misses)
RB 1 plays follow the leader and moves in on Xander. The first strike lands solidly against his ribs (-5 hp), likely to bruise but it didn't cut. The second blow was parried by Xander's wand. (miss)
RB 2 follows as well, but neither of his swings managed to land against the nimble elf. (miss x2)
RB 3 rushes Terenthvar, cuts the half-elf high on his thigh causing him to bend over, and then jams the point of his sword down and into T's shoulder just above the collar bone. A sickening, wet should issues forth as Terenthvar coughs up some blood. (-11 hp)
RB 4 lies asleep, face-first in the dirt. (round 1 of 10)

Terenthvar mocks the leader, calling out his poor leadership, and the man recoils as if something had stabbed into his brain. (failed save, 4 damage and Disadvantage on next attack)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

Rolls
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 21,8 using d20+4,d6+2.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 16,3 using d20+4,d6+2.  R3.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 5,5 using d20+4,d6+2.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 9,8 using d20+4,d6+2.  R2.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 8,4 using d20+4,d6+2.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 19,5 using d20+4,d6+2.  R1.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 13,3 using d20+4,d6+2.
20:49, Today: Psynister rolled 12,5 using d20+4,d6+2.  RL attack.
20:43, Today: Psynister rolled 4 using 1d20.  Save.
20:43, Today: Psynister rolled 4 using 1d4.  VMock, Wis DC 13 vs Diadv.

---

Round 2




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic

Maric took stock, dashed forward from I10 to F6 and targeted the three redbands directly before him (C,D,E7) with a spell:

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
T h u n d e r w a v e
1st-level evocation
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: Self (15-foot cube)
Components: V, S
Duration: Instantaneous

A wave o f thunderous force sweeps out from you. Each
creature in a 15-foot cube originating from you must
make a Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, a
creature takes 2d8 thunder damage and is pushed 10
feet away from you. On a successful save, the creature
takes half as much damage and isn’t pushed.
In addition, unsecured objects that are completely
within the area o f effect are automatically pushed 10 feet
away from you by the spell’s effect, and the spell emits a
thunderous boom audible out to 300 feet.

---

Talin gasps as he watches Trenthvar take multiple blows and feels his anger rise. Shouting a curse in infernal he casts Eldritch Blast at RedBrand 3


11:22, Today: Talin rolled 6 using 1d10.  Eldritch blast damage.
11:22, Today: Talin rolled 14 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch blast to hit.
22:17, Yesterday: Talin rolled 5 using 1d20.  Initiative

Xander fights the urge to double over, instead drawing his dagger. The strike to the side knocked most of the bravado out of him or maybe it was the sight of Trenthvar getting cut down.

No choice nowKaima!

Xander targets RB2 and RB3 with the sleep spell for 32 if able. If not he will target where two or more enemies are grouped up.
12:51, Today: Xander rolled 32 using 5d8 ((8,8,5,3,8)).

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Sleep
1 enchantment
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 90 feet
Components: V S M (A pinch of fine sand, rose petals, or a cricket)
Duration: 1 minute
Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard
This spell sends creatures into a magical slumber. Roll 5d8; the total is how many hit points of creatures this spell can affect. Creatures within 20 feet of a point you choose within range are affected in ascending order of their current hit points (ignoring unconscious creatures). Starting with the creature that has the lowest current hit points, each creature affected by this spell falls unconscious until the spell ends, the sleeper takes damage, or someone uses an action to shake or slap the sleeper awake. Subtract each creature’s hit points from the total before moving on to the creature with the next lowest hit points. A creature’s hit points must be equal to or less than the remaining total for that creature to be affected. Undead and creatures immune to being charmed aren’t affected by this spell.

---

Maric moved to the south of the large group of mercenaries, raising a hand in front of his face as he did so. When he got into position he held in a sharp breath and clenched the raised fist...then his eyes and fingers shot open and he let out the breath - the loudest noise any of you has ever heard in your lifetime fills the air with a sound as though the world itself were being broken in two. As you recover from the reflexive recoil from the sound, you see the three Redbrands nearest to you have been thrown a good ten feet to the north. (RL saves, so 4 damage. R1 & 2 fail, taking 7 each)

Xander sends another burst of faerie dust into the air, covering two of the bandits as well as the new wood elf who has joined the mix and just caused the huge crack of thunder. Luckily, elves are immune to magical slumber, but the mercenaries are not. (RB2 and RB3 both fall asleep)

Talin sends a blast of eldritch energy flying at one of the ruffians. (I changed your target to RB1 to fit the scenario for your turn. 6 damage to RB1)

RBLeader stands up and looks at Maric is a mixture of hatred and fear. "That one needs to die. Now!" He rushed the wood elf and swung his sword as though trying to chop the elf's head clean off his body. They were powerful swings, but wild, and easily dodged. (miss x2)
RB 1 gets up and moves toward Maric as well, but stops short and kicks the Redbrand sleeping nearby, "Rawn, get up and help us!" (RB2 awakes)
RB 2 wakes up. (no action)
RB 3 sleeps.
RB 4 sleeps.

Terenthvar calls out to the leader again, "I'd insult your parents, but you probably don't even know who they are..." (RL takes 3, had disadvantage on his first attack)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

Rolls

17:46, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Ter, rolled 4 using 1d20-1.  Wis Save.
17:45, Today: Psynister rolled 3 using 1d4.  VMock, Wis DC 13 vs Diadv.
16:45, Today: Psynister rolled 6,8 using d20+4,d6+2.
16:45, Today: Psynister rolled 6,3,20 using d20+4,d6+2,d20+4.  RL attack.
16:37, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Maric Arumae, rolled 7 using 2d10.  Thunderwave.
16:37, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 16,12,12 using d20+1,d20+1,d20+1.  Con Save.

---

Round 3: post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:12, Thu 06 June 2019.

Maric extends a hand toward the leader; a puff of some sort of gaseous emission clouds around the human's head.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Poison Spray
Conjuration cantrip
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 10 feet
Components: V, S
Duration: Instantaneous
You extend your hand toward a creature you can see
within range and project a puff of noxious gas from your
palm. The creature must succeed on a Constitution
saving throw or take 1d12 poison damage.

---

Xander will advance to 7E if he does not provoke an attack of opertunity and attack RBL. If he would draw an attack of opertunity, Xander will attack RB2.

Xander drops his wand and draws a second dagger. He strikes without the intent to kill.
Drop your weapons! This isn't worth dieing over!
attack with advantage 14 and 10 to hit, damage 4 and off hand 2

Attack without advantage 14 and 2 to hit damage 4 and 2 non-lethal

22:45, Today: Xander rolled 27,6 using 4d20,2d4+3 with rolls of 14,1,2,10,1,2.  Attack with advantage, off hand bonus attack with dagger.

Talin moves slightly right to get a clearly path to send another Eldritch blast the enemies way

17:12, Today: Talin rolled 5 using 1d10.  Eldritch Blast damage . 17:12, Today: Talin rolled 24 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch Blast to hit.
This message was last edited by the player at 16:12, Wed 12 June 2019.

Maric sends a cloud of noxious gas at the Redbrand Leader. He reacts as though smelling a bad fart, but it otherwise seems to have no effect. (Save succeeds, no effect)

Xander drew a second dagger and went after the prone man, intent on knocking him out. The first one landed solidly against the man's head (4 damage on attack 1) but the second was blocked by the man's forearm. (miss attack 2)

Talin fires off a blast of energy that takes one of the bandits full in the face. The man stumbles back, blood running down from both his nose and lip, but still he stands and looks rather pissed. (5 damage to RB1)

RBLeader calls out, "Go and fetch the others. These bastards need to learn a lesson!" With that, he rams a shortsword into Maric's chest. The blade thankfully catches on his ribs and saves his life, but blood soaks Maric's shirt. (6 damage to Mari) He stabs with the other blade as well, but this one finds only air. (miss)

RB 1 hesitates for a moment between following the leader's orders to get help, or trying to kill Talin for bloodying his face. He wipes the blood away and takes off running to the north. He yells for help while he runs. (RB1 is temporarily removed from the map. He can still be attacked w/ ranged attacks)

RB 2 stands up and faces Xander's two daggers. He watches every move, anticipating the follow-up attacks. (Dodge action)

RB 3 sleeps.

RB 4 sleeps.

Terenthvar insults the leader again, but this time he either did not hear it, or did not care about what was said. (Save succeeds, no effect)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

Rolls

09:22, Today: Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 16 using 1d20+1.  Con Save.
09:38, Today: Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 5,7 using d20+4,d6+2.
09:37, Today: Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 19,6 using d20+4,d6+2.  Attacks.
09:45, Today: Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 18 using 1d20-1.  Save.

---

Round 4: post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic

Xander continues to try and subdue the bandits

Move to 7d. If the leader is in range and still alive: attack with to hit 11 and 23 for 7 and 4 non-lethal damage.

If the leader is dead, attack RB2 for to hit 11 and 14 for 7 and 4 non-lethal damage

10:06, Today: Xander rolled 53,11 using 4d20,2d4+3 with rolls of 6,20,18,9,4,4.  Attack with disadvantage, duel damage.

PM

PM

Maric shouts in pain and rage at the blow is struck. With blood pouring like a sieve from his wound, he disengages and flees the full 35' to escape from danger.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:33, Fri 21 June 2019.

Xander calls out to Maric

"That's right! Go collect the others! This fight is far from over! Judgements a coming!

made an edit in hopes of being more clear

 Deception check : 15
22:37, Today: Xander rolled 15 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 10.  deception check.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:41, Wed 26 June 2019.

This fight is not going well! Talin tries to calm his rising nerves while send a Eldritch Blast to the leader of the red brands


09:13, Today: Talin rolled 7 using 1d10.  Eldritch Blast to hit.
09:13, Today: Talin rolled 12 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch Blast to hit.

Depends on what you're trying to deceive them about, or to do? Let me know what you want to accomplish with it.

Maric falls back from the fight. (currently 20 ft off the map, but...not for long) - Location N6

Xander calls out a warning that judgment is coming. The leader seems to pay no attention at all, but the man running for help seems to be more frantic in his search, and the other who is still nearby seems nervous. (RBL didn't fall for it, but RB1 & RB2 seem scared.)

Talin assaults the leader with eldritch energy, but the man was quick with those blades and he blocked it with the flats of both swords crossed in front of him. (miss)

RBLeader seeing that Maric has fled, moves in on the two nearest targets, Xander and Teranthvar. Xander's threat had not phased him, but Teranthvar's insults had hit him more than once. The first attack was dodged (miss), but it seemed the attack was nothing more than a faint as the second blade caught the half-elf full in the stomach. Teranthvar's eyes grew wide and he struggled to draw breath for a moment before he fell to the ground. (Teranthvar is dying)

RB 1 seems to have gotten the attention of someone as he is pointing back toward the group and waving someone onward. (off the map)

RB 2, fearing Xander's threat, falls back to his sleeping comrade and tries to wake him up. (Disengages and is trying to wake RB4)

RB 3 sleeps.

RB 4 sleeps.

Terenthvar fails his first death saving throw.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

Rolls

00:07, Today: (Fudged 2 rolls) Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 23,8 using d20+4,d6+2.
00:07, Today: Psynister, for the NPC RBL, rolled 5,7 using d20+4,d6+2.  Attacks.
23:53, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 18,9,11 using d20-1,d20-1,d20-1 ((19,10,12)).

---

Round 5: post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:47, Thu 27 June 2019.

Xander tries to drive off the Redbrand leader, striking high and low with his attacks.
you hear that? Town's getting restless
action: attack with 8 to hit
Bonus action: off hand attack with 15 to hit and 3 damage

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
14:24, Today: Xander rolled 8,15,6,3 using 1d20+5,1d20+5,1d4+3,1d4 with rolls of 3,10,3,3

---

This message was last edited by the player at 20:47, Wed 26 June 2019.

Maric disengages successfully, and flees toward the southeast. He's curious about the noise, but eager to get back into the action.

More than once as the distance rolled by, Rhonin looked around at the companions he had been saddled with. Again he grimaced and thought, How are they all so young? Then his thoughts invariably switched to Why am I so old? The Wildwanderer must have a strange sense of humor to call me at such a time. Adventuring is for the younger crowd. He checked himself and looked around at his companions again, Not this young, though.

On the fourth day out, Rhonin started to see houses and realized they were getting close to their destination. Towns didn't frighten him like some of his kin but after living in the wilderness alone for the last 50 years, he was not very comfortable in a town, especially a mostly human one. And this one had some pretty bad actors in it, if Mikal's reporting was correct. What did he call them? The Redbrands? or Redcloaks?

Whatever they were called, he would need to keep his head on a swivel until they got to the bottom of this situation. Or, they would not live to grow old. Again he glanced around at his companions.

The small, fancy "child" stands atop the ridge looking down at the melee unfolding before her with a passive, uninterested countenance. "How rude." she begins. "I don't think it's asking too much for them to have waited for our arrival, I suppose." She sighs, drawing a throwing dart in one hand before heading down to join the battle. She wouldn't even make it if she ran ... and running is rarely an option for a civilized Lady.

"And now they expect Betty to come save them. They could have at least started closer, so I wouldn't have to walk as far." When she gets into range, she slings the dart towards the back of one of the Redadjectives, but it slips in her grip and flies wide of the target.

"Shit." she swears under her breath, in a most unladylike fashion. It's an unfortunate miss, for the Redadjectives at least, because it only serves to begin to make her angry...

She continues to move in, drawing another dart. Next time, she'll be closer ...

[OOC: ATTACK ROLL 7)
22:36, Today: Secret Roll: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 21 using 2d20+5 with rolls of 14,2.  Dart Throw (Disadvantage). -Ken]

Morgan draws her bow and nocks an arrow. She pulls back and aims at the bandit trying to wake his comrade and lets fly. Unfortunately, her target ducks down just as the arrow passes, and the shot misses.

13:02, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 10 using 1d20+4.  ranged attack at Redband #2.

Traveling alongside this band of miscreants and misfits is Tallison. Half-pint, half-wit, and much too eager to take action. As well as butting into a fight that wasn't his own.

"My my, getting into a fight so early? Then don't mind if I do ad I please!"

He pushes through the group, and once close enough, points at one of them and shoots a fire bolt.

21:21, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 17 using 1d20+5.  Fire Bolt at Redbrand Leader.

Today: Darkness rolled 9 using 1d20+4.  Range Attack at RB3.

Darkness looks off in to the distance seeing one of her companions notch and letting a arrow fly at a ruffing, she run up to a position of defense and kneels ( Moved to T-8 on the grid firing at RB3) and fires her crossbow in hope of hitting but feels she has missed. As they move about she eyes them her thought wonder to her guilty pleasures.

Oh the ruffing how strong they are, How big they are what devilish ideas would they have for me would they rip my clothes off take me back to there camp tie me up and use me to there will. OH GOD!

Her body visually shutters in bliss.

Everyone from both groups will post here now.

Teranthvar continues to bleed out. (2 failed death saves)

Maric calls upon the powers of his god to heal his wounds. As he does so, the scent of trees fills his nose, the warmth of sunlight warms his skin from head to toe, and a feeling of peacefulness settles over him. (Maric back to full HP)

The Redbrand who rushed off to find help certainly accomplished his goal. You see several more of them rushing out of the nearby building and coming to the aid of the others. Maric, however, notices that there is another group of apparent adventurers who were rushing over to help from the south. It seems both sides were receiving reinforcements at the same time!

The group sees movement off to the right, a colored stick of some kind, it appears. A child's toy spear, perhaps? Whatever it was, it found purchase only in the dirt. (miss) [Beatrice]

A jet of flames hits the Redbrand leader, catching him square in the chest. The flames spread across his skin leaving him with blisters on the exposed skin of his face and neck. (9 Fire damage, RBL severely injured) [Tallison]

Next, a crossbow bolt goes flying passed Xander's head, having barely missed the Redbrand leader. The bolt shatters against the wall of a building some 30 yards north. (miss) [Darkness]

Xander takes two more stabs at the Redbrand leader, hoping that the flames that had just scorched the man's flesh would leave him too slow to properly defend himself. The man's survival instincts still seemed fairly sharp however, as he deflected the first blow with ease. He laughed at the ease with which he had done it and smiled a toothy grin at Xander. He must have forgot that the warlock was wielding two blades however, as the second one caught him clean in the neck, causing his face to relax, his eyes to blink twice, and then he slumped lifelessly to the ground. (3 Piercing damage, RBLeader is dead)

Talin decides to whittle down the current numbers before facing down the reinforcements. He unleashes a blast of eldritch energy at the second Redbrand, and nearly takes the man's head off. (13 Force damage, RB2 is dead) He then puts a little more distance between himself and the Redbrand reinforcements.

An arrow flies through the battlefield as well, also coming from the south-east, sailing harmlessly over the corpse of the second bandit and the sleeping form of the fourth. (Miss) [Morgan]

Many of the Redbrand reinforcements rush in with shortswords drawn, but a few hang further back, drawing crossbows. Those who wish to cut you will have to wait another round or so, but those with ranged weapons waste no time in retaliating.

RB7 fires at Xander, but the elf steps aside as though it were a clumsy kitten coming at him. (miss)

RB10 fires at Xander as well, this one opening a gash across the top of his right bicep. (4 Piercing damage to Xander)

RB11 fires at Talin. Lucky for the tiefling, his movement was not calculated in the man's aim and the bolt flies between his legs mid-stride. (miss)

RB12 chooses Darkness as their target. The bolt pierces her chain mail armor and get stuck in the rings. It manages to penetrate her left leg, but not deeply. It's a wound that will require little more than a bandage, but the bolt is stuck there in the rings and more pain is felt with every movement as it scrapes against the open wound. (5 piercing damage to Darkness)

Even with their apparent leader dead, the Redbrands show no sign of backing down from this fight. The ones who had heard Xanders threats, after all, were mostly dead already.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

16:32, Today: Psynister rolled 21,5 using d20+4,d6+2. Redbrand attack.
16:32, Today: Psynister rolled 11,3 using d20+4,d6+2. Redbrand attack.
16:32, Today: Psynister rolled 23,4 using d20+4,d6+2. Redbrand attack.
16:32, Today: Psynister rolled 6,3 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attack.
16:21, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Talin, rolled 22,13 using d20+5,d10+3.  Eld Blast.

---

Round 6: everyone post your actions



RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
BEAtrice, DARkness, MORgan, RHOnin, TalliSON

Morgan realizes a little too late that she should have started moving closer to the battle. But then, she wasn't expecting the enemy reinforcements, either.

She does move up now, while she retrieves another arrow from her quiver. She again pulls back and lets loose at the closest bandit crossbowman. Her aim is better this time, as her arrow strikes home.

OOC: Move to V8
Action: fire bow at RB7, hit for 9 damage

08:01, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 9 using 1d8+2.  damage on RB7.

08:01, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 14 using 1d20+4.  ranged attack at RB7.

Coming into view of the skirmish taking place in front of them, Rhonin is a little slower to act than some of his companions who are rushing forward. "By the Wildwanderer. These younglings are in a hurry to get into trouble," he mumbles under his breath as he draws an arrow while moving to the left and forward a bit (Z5).

Reaching the other side of a young elf who had just healed himself, Rhonin knocks his arrow, draws and lets fly at RB5 as he calls out to the elf, "Heads up, Elf!"

04:29, Today: Rhonin rolled 13 using 1d20+5.  To hit - ranged at RB5.
04:33, Today: Rhonin rolled 6 using 1d6+1.  Damage?

Fully healed, Maric moves forward to s8. Casting ThornWhip on RB3, his Melee Spell Attack on the unconscious RedBlade hits (Rolled a 16). Damage: (6HP) and drags the unconscious RB3 10' so that he's adjacent to Maric's position (w/in 5').

Rolls:

22:50, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 16 using 1d20+5 ((11)). Melee Spell attack.

22:51, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 6 using 1d6 ((6)). Damage.

ooc: Corrected action.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:11, Fri 05 July 2019.

As she is hit with that bolt she winches a little, still holding her crossbow she pulls the bolt out of the rings leaving the wound as it is. Moving up (to R6) to take a better aim on the nearest bandit (RB3) fires at the bandit. She knows that more are coming and can hear the running foot falls.  Her thoughts pulled to her pleasures and the combat at hand.

"There coming the big strong men the ones that will ravish me for the death of their friend, the unspeakable acts they will preform on me will they just simply trample me like unwanted trash, or will they rip my clothing from by body as I am tied to a stake before they desire to ravish my body then torture me with all manners of crude implements taking me as they see fit each one doing all manners of things that only crude heartless men would do to a female."

again her body shutter in bliss and a bit of excitement masked by the sweat of her body as it is worked physically.

Today: Darkness rolled 20 using 1d20+4.  Range Attack at RB3.
12:38, Today: Darkness rolled 12 using 2d8+2.  Damage on RB3.

The bolt makes it mark as it flies through the air with a power force hitting its target and causing damage.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:49, Thu 04 July 2019.

EDITED POST

Beatrice continues her lazy charge, walking with purpose toward the Redadjective off to her left. It's at the extreme end of her rang when she slings a dart at him, this just missing the mark.

"SHIT!" she swears again, much more vigorously, face growing red.

[OOC: Moving forward to S6 attacking RB9

09:55, Today: Secret Roll: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 12 using 1d20+5.  Dart Throw (Disadvantage).

12:34, Today: Secret Roll: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 19 using 1d20+5.  Dart Throw.

12:36, Today: Secret Roll: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 7 using 1d4+3.  Dart Damage.]
This message was last edited by the player at 15:00, Fri 05 July 2019.

Tally moves diagonally about 25 feet, near the fellow half-pint (Z7). He strikes a pose and once again fires a bolt, between Beatrice and Maric, at a Red Bandit. And last, he casts Expeditious Retreat on himself.

17:47, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 21 using 1d20+5.  Fire Bolt at RB9.

The elation of seeing adventuarers come to the groups add is almost instantly wiped out by the site of the new red brands arrriving. Cursing to himself infernal he unleashes another blast of magic at the closest enemy

16:11, Today: Talin rolled 6 using 1d10.  eldrich blast damage.  16:11, Today: Talin rolled 22 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch Blast to hit.

Xander crouches to Terenthvar. He drops a dagger and desperately tries to stop the blood loss
Terenthvar, come on lad, keep fighting! Look! We're saved! Don't die now!

can't remember if I had inspiration at any point. If I do the check is 6, if I don't the check is 5.

01:56, Today: Xander rolled 5 using 1d20+1 ((4)).

02:05, Today: Xander rolled 6 using 1d20+1 with rolls of 5.  Medicine check with inspiration
This message was last edited by the player at 08:07, Sat 06 July 2019.

Note: This is an intentionally hard encounter. Good luck!

Beatrice moves forward and throws a second dart. Once again, the halfling misses her mark. (miss)

Tallison repositions before sending a jet of flames flying at the recently revived bandit. Unfortunately, his target was harder to hit than usual due to him lying on his back. (miss)

Darkness continues to rush forward, freaky thoughts in her brain. She sees the man lying at Maric's feet and fires a crossbow bolt at him. The bolt sinks into the man's right collar bone. (RB3 takes 6 damage)

Maric summons a whip of thorny vines and lashes it around the unconscious redbrand nearby. As the thorns dig into the mans flesh and pull him near to Maric, the man wakes up. (RB3 takes 6 damage)

Rhonin moves and lets loose an arrow (miss)

Xander tries to help the wounded bard cling to life, but Teranthvar lets out his final breath. (Teranthvar dies)

Talin blasts one of the onrushing bandits with eldritch energy. It catches the man in the chest, destroying part of the man's armor and clothing where it landed. The exposed skin shows immediate signs of bruising underneath, but he continues on. (RB6 takes 6 damage)

Morgan also steps forward, pulling back on her bow and unleashing an arrow that finds purchase in a redbrand's stomach. The man doubles over in pain, red soaking into his white shirt, but he still lives. (9 damage to RB7)

RB1 hesitates to rejoin the fray, and calls out orders instead. "They've got reinforcements of their own! Kill them! All of them!"

RB3 stands to his feet, realizes he has no weapons, and punches Maric in the face. It hurts, but nothing is bleeding. He takes a second swing as well, but it finds no mark. (Maric takes 4 bludgeoning damage)

RB4 is still asleep.

RB5 fixes that, by moving up to his sleeping comrade and slapping him awake before helping the man back to his feet.

RB6 moves in on Xander, but the warlock's speed is more than a match for the mercenary as he dodges the blow. (miss)

RB7 shoots at Darkness, but her missile is not nearly as well aimed. (miss)

RB8 rushes at Xander hoping he would have better luck finding purchase on the warlock's flesh. However, he too finds nothing but air as the elf dodges gracefully. (miss)

RB9 sprints toward Darkness, blades at the ready. The man moves quickly, and the blades look sharp... (moved and dashed, no action)

RB10 fires his crossbow at Darkness, sinking the bolt deep into her left thigh. The pain causes the fighting woman to fall down into the ground in shock. She blinks a couple of times and moves her fingers up to her mouth. What she was going to do is anyone's guess though, as she then falls over unconscious. (7 damage to Darkness, roll a d20 to make a Death Saving Throw)

RB11 fires a crossbow bolt at Talin. The bolt slides between ribs on the far right side of his body, exiting through the back. It hurts like nothing he's ever felt before, causing him to gasp, which only makes it hurt even worse. The breath was clean though, making him hopeful it had missed his lung. Still, the entry and exit wounds both bleed. (9 damage to Talin)

RB12 tries his luck with Xander as well, but that elf seems blessed beyond this world as that too meets nothing but air. (miss)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

14:37, Today: Psynister rolled 5,10 using d20+4,d8+2.
14:37, Today: Psynister rolled 22,9 using d20+4,d8+2.
14:37, Today: Psynister rolled 20,7 using d20+4,d8+2.
14:34, Today: Psynister rolled 14,5 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:32, Today: Psynister rolled 16,7 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:31, Today: Psynister rolled 9,4 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attacks.
13:34, Today: Psynister rolled 22,4,6,2 using d20+4,d4,d20+4,d4.  RB 3.
13:23, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Darkness, rolled 6 using 1d8+2.  Damage.
13:21, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Darkness, rolled 20 using 1d20+4.  Disadvantage.
13:01, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Tallison Magemark, rolled 11,9 using d20+5,d10.  Firebolt.

---

Round 7: everyone post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
BEAtrice, DARkness, MORgan, RHOnin, TalliSON
This message was last edited by the GM at 15:46, Sun 07 July 2019.

Maric didn't like getting punched in the face. He growled at the man, a primal sound, then cast Thorn Whip again in hopes of finishing the man off.

6:25, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 12 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 7.  to hit - Thorn Whip.

Of course, he misses.

In agony Talin moves to S9 and fires another blast at RB7

22:36, Today: Talin rolled 10 using 1d10.  eldrich blast damage.  22:36, Today: Talin rolled 24 using 1d20+5.  Eldritch Blast to hit.

Hey fellas, I can make it worth your while if you turn on your compatriots ;D wealth beyond measure from the Fey lands
Xander punctuated his offer with a pulse of fey Magicka. Can you trust a sellsword to be a sellsword?

action: Fey Presence on RB8 and RB6. Wisdom save DC 13 or be charmed.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)
Fey Presence

Starting at 1st level, your patron bestows upon you the ability to project the beguiling and fearsome presence of the fey. As an action, you can cause each creature in a 10-foot cube originating from you to make a Wisdom saving throw against your warlock spell save DC. The creatures that fail their saving throws are all charmed or frightened by you (your choice) until the end of your next turn.

Once you use this feature, you can't use it again until you finish a short or long rest

---

Seeing Darkness take a hit, Morgan thinks, She should be happy about that. When she takes a second hit that drops her, Morgan's snide thoughts leave her. "Guess it's time to get into it."

She stows her bow, then readies her shield and draws her sword before charging at the melee.

Action: Object Interaction to change weapons
Move: Advance to S7

00:56, Today: Darkness rolled 12 using 1d20.  Death Save.

As she fall to the dark she notes the direction the bolt came from. It sinks in to her and she lets out a sigh of pleasure."If I wake in there clutches and they are ravishing me what bliss it will be."

Seeing Darkness fall is almost enough to push Beatrice over the edge, but instead, she calmly steps forward, placing herself between two of the Redadjectives, hoping to distract one from the prone and unconscious Darkness, and the other from her unknown ally. "It's fortunate for you that I'm still in a good mood, despite the fact that you're ruining my afternoon stroll, I suppose."

She slides the beautifully filigreed rapier from its sheath, the Damascus steel blade glistening darkly in the sunlight. "Now, it's Betty's turn!" she says, lunging at the attacker looming over the fallen Knight.

The attack, however, is brushed aside easily, causing Beatrice to scowl. "DAMMIT! DAMMIT! DAMMIT!" she screams as she finally loses control of her temper and the Rage takes over her small frame. Her grip tightens on her hilt, causing her diminutive knuckles to pop loudly. Her scream is high and shrill, a demon in the form of a little girl.

Move to R7

01:03, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 8,6 using d20+5,d8+3.  Attack, Damage (RB9)

Bonus Action: Rage

Tally curses under his breath as his misses, and moves ever closer to the fray (V6). Once more, he looses a firebolt, then casts Expeditious Retreat. As he does so, there's a noticeable fluctuation in his arcane energy, though it quickly subsides.

"Phew, that could have gone worse..."

20:54, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 21 using 1d20+5. Fire Bolt at RB3.

20:58, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 17 using 1d20. Wild Magic Surge.

OOC: Tallison just saved Maric's bacon. Thank you much!

Rhonin sees one of his companions fall and grimaces in distress for the young woman. Drawing another arrow from his quiver, he moves up behind and a little to the side of Morgan (V6) and fires at RB9.

Unfortunately, his arrow flies wide of the mark as the normally surefooted gnome steps on a rock that rolls from under the hard sole of his boot at the most inopportune time.

19:41, Today: Rhonin rolled 9 using 1d20+5.

OOC: Purely coincidence, but the gratitude is absolutely welcome! Except that I had a 5% chance of causing something terrible to happen.

Beatrice moves up and takes a stab at one of the Redbrands, which the fellow parries aside. Though she was mildly upset before hand, now she seemed quite angry indeed as she let out a scream that caused the nearby bandits to flinch. (miss)

Tallison curses his poor aim but tries again, and this time the jet of flame bursts as it connects with the man's face, knocking him off of his feet to lie still. Smoke rises from his still body. (RB3 is dead)

Darkness lies upon the ground, bleeding but breathing. For now. (Darkness, make another Death saving throw.)

Maric tries to use the thorny whip on the man looming over Darkness's form, but the vines catch only air as he's forced to whip them around Beatrice's moving form. (miss)

Rhonin moves closer to fire another arrow, hoping to reduce the enemy numbers a bit. Instead he slips on a rock and curses this small town's rocky road and the arrow goes wide. (miss)

Xander taps into his connection to the feywild and temps two of the Redbrands. The men look at each other, and shake their heads. One of them looks back at Xander with a cruel smile on his face, but the other gives him a secretive nod. (RB8 fails, RB6 succeeds)

Talin sends another deadly blast of eldritch energy, killing one of the ranged assailants. (RB7 is dead)

Morgan moves into melee upon seeing Darkness succumb to the Redbrand's attack, swapping her bow for her trusted sword and shield instead.

RB1 continues to shout orders. "Kill that elf already! Hold off their reinforcements!" (Dodge action)

RB4 rushes toward Rhonin. (move and dash)

RB5 closes in on Xander, and stabs the warlock in the chest. His ribs catch the blade, but it grinds against them and causes a sharp intake of breath as pain flairs throughout his torso. (4 damage to Xander)

RB6 tries to take advantage of Xander's pain, but Xander is truly watched over by someone as he manages to block the incoming attacks without even looking at the man. (miss)

RB8 nods his agreement to Xander and then shoves a shortsword into RB6's side. He tries to follow it up with a second attack, but it meets only the man's own blade. (3 damage to RB6)

RB9 looks as if he wants to stab Darkness's bleeding form, but he strikes at the raging halfling instead. Both of his blades find their mark, but neither seems to have any significant impact. (7+6 damage, reduced to 3+3 = 6 damage to Beatrice)

RB10 moves further down to find a clear shot. He spots one with Maric, and sends a bolt into the druid's side. (5 damage to Maric)

RB11 lines up a clear shot at Talin and sinks and arrow just below the warlock's collar bone. He grabs the shaft and falls down onto his back where he struggles for a minute to pull it out before the pain causes him to fall unconscious. (Talin, roll a d20 to make a Death saving throw)

RB12 steps up and lets loose another arrow. This one flies true and slams into Rhonan's sternum, knocking the breath from his lungs. (7 Crit damage to Rhonan)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

14:42, Today: Psynister rolled 1 using 1d6. crit damage
14:42, Today: Psynister rolled 24,6 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:39, Today: Psynister rolled 13,6 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:30, Today: Psynister rolled 20,7 using d20+4,d6+2.  re.
14:18, Today: Psynister rolled 21,6 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:18, Today: Psynister rolled 22,5 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attack.
14:15, Today: Psynister rolled 5,3 using d20+4,d6+2.
14:15, Today: Psynister rolled 18,4 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attack.
13:47, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 13,7 using d20+4,d6+2.
13:46, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 15,3 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attack.
13:43, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 11,17 using d20-1,d20-1.  Wis Save.
13:35, Today: Psynister, on behalf of Tallison Magemark, rolled 5 using 1d10.  Firebolt.

---

Round 8: everyone post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
BEAtrice, DARkness, MORgan, RHOnin, TalliSON
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 01:59, Sun 14 July 2019.

Betty has little to offer by way of verbal response, though she finally does launch an attack that finds purchase in her attacker. The attack is a solid one, striking at what would be a nerve cluster, but not doing as much damage as she would've liked. She's going to need help with this one ...

15:01, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 24,5 using d20+4,d8+4.  Attack, Damage (RB9).

15:08, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 4 using 1d8.  Crit Damage RB9.

22:49, Today: Talin rolled 15 using 1d20.  Death save

Xander could feel his mistress's play here, the majority of the Redbrands blades were turned away but not all. His death was certain. All that was left was a choice: continue the story to it's end or flee and turn his back on being a protagonist...
Polaris mark me.
Xander felt strangely calm, his blades sought out the bandit life.
action :attack RB6 14 to hit, damage 4
Bonus action: off hand attack 12 to hit, damage 3

15:58, Today: Xander rolled 14,12,4,3 using 1d20+5,1d20+5,1d4+3,1d4 with rolls of 9,7,1,3.  Attack off hand attack damage
This message was last edited by the player at 22:19, Tue 09 July 2019.

Morgan sees one of the group already targeted by the bandits facing three opponents alone, and moves forward to assist. She angles between Beatrice and the Wood Elf, then charges the closest redcloak facing the Half-Elf.

As she closes the gap, she leads with her shield, trying to knock the bandit off his feet. Then she takes a swing with her sword, inflicting a severe gash.

OOC:
Move to 08
Bonus Action: shove RB5 to knock prone (Shield Master feat) DC 7 (Str/Ath or Dex/Acro to resist)
Action: Attack hits AC 17 for 8 slashing damage

07:46, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 8 using 1d8+5.  damage on RB5.

07:46, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 17 using 1d20+5.  Attack RB5.

07:45, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 7 using 1d20+5.  Athletics (shove prone, Shield Master).

Edit: realized RB6 will not be a target when my turn rolls around. Hope it's OK to change my rolls to attacking RB5.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:51, Tue 09 July 2019.

More foolhardy than brave, Maric steps 10' to a position behind Morgan for a bit more cover from the Red Badge crossbowmen, and crouches a bit. That brings him within 10' of RB4, upon whom he will casts Poison Spray (1d12 poison damage/constitution saving throw negates). He will then use the rest of his move to run toward Tallison, which should bring him to Z8 (I believe I calculated that correctly).

ooc: If someone tickles me the wrong way, I'm done.

With a clear increase in speed, Tally rushes over to the side of Rhonin, taking out his dagger on the way(U6). Though, this wasn't without a short salute to the wood elf before leaving. "Stay there! Try not to get hurt more."

He takes a swing at the Redbrand before him. "Watch out! Halfling here!"

23:16, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 14 using 1d20+4.  Attacking RB4.
23:21, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 5 using 1d4+2.  Damage If Hit.

Bent over in pain from the arrow and sucking wind, Rhonin at least retains the presence of mind to drop his bow and draw his sword and dagger as the Redbrand bandit (RB4) approaches at a run. While trying to regain his composure completely, Rhonin concentrates on parrying and dodging any attack forthcoming.

18:48, Today: Darkness rolled 14 using 1d20.  Death Save.

As she lies there not fearing what may or may not be happing to her body while she is out she just enjoys.

Beatrice unleashes a furious assault on a nearby cultist. It strikes the side of his neck, right at the peak of the man's shoulder. He reaches up to slow the flow of blood and seems to be rather pained by it even if it's not a killing blow. (9 damage to RB9)

Tallison moves with blurred speed as he rushes up beside a Redbrand and slides a dagger into the man's love handle. (5 damage to RB4)

Darkness continues to lie still, but her breathing is starting to normalize and the bloodflow has slowed. (2 Successes, 0 Failures. Make another Death save)

Maric shoots a cloud of poisonous gas at the Radbrand to his left, but a gust of wind sends the poison off into the air without ever reaching him. (passed his saving throw)

Rhonin focuses all of his effort on defense. (Dodge)

Xander fights on, three against one, stabbing one blade home true, but not the other. The man he's fighting clutches his stomach where the blade struck him and he seems to be rethinking this fight regardless of the numeric advantage. (4 damage to RB6)

Talin lies unconscious and bleeding. (Make another Death Save)

Morgan rushes a Redbrand and slams her shield into the man to knock him down. He stays on his feet, but the action to do so leaves him open and Morgan catches him hard in the ribs. It doesn't penetrate the armor, but she does feel a pop and the man's breathing indicates she likely broke a rib. (8 damage to RB5)

RB1 Moves off to the northeast at a sprint, not saying a word. (Flees)

RB4 takes a stab at both of his targets. Tallison catches a sword in the mid-upper chest that hurts like nothing he's ever felt before. Rhonin manages to parry his stroke successfully. (Tallison takes 6 piercing damage, Rhonin dodges)

RB5 returns the attack on Morgan. His first blade catches only shield, but the second slides under her arm and sinks into the pit. Holding that shield up causes a great deal of pain with the damaged muscles. (7 Piercing damage to Morgan)

RB6 pulls away from Xander, wary of the warlock's blades, and runs off to the east. (Disengages, and flees east)

RB8 tries to finish Xander off, but whatever force supplies him with his power is a formidable one, indeed. (miss)

RB9 continues to assault Beatrice, but the halfling is slippery and knows well how to use her blade. (miss)

RB10 fires at Morgan, but the warrior's shield does what it was meant to do, and a solid *thunk* sounds as it lands squarely against it. (miss)

RB11 notices two of the others running off, and he hesitates as he looks around. He seems uncertain as to what he's supposed to do, but the one who told him to come was one of those that fled, so he shoots at Morgan and then takes off running to catch up to the others without even looking to see if he hit his target or not. (miss, RB11 flees)

RB12 shoots at Xander, but he is still favored by the gods. (miss)

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

22:52, Today: Psynister rolled 15,5 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:46, Today: Psynister rolled 10,5 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:45, Today: Psynister rolled 14,5 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:44, Today: Psynister rolled 8,7 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:43, Today: Psynister rolled 6,6 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:38, Today: Psynister rolled 20,7 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:38, Today: Psynister rolled 17,4 using d20+4,d6+2.  Redbrand attack.
22:36, Today: Psynister rolled 14 using d20+4.  Disadvantage.
22:36, Today: Psynister rolled 18,6 using d20+4,d6+2.
22:36, Today: Psynister rolled 14,6 using d20+4,d6+2.  Rb attack.
22:28, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 9 using 1d20+2.  Resist Knockdown.
22:15, Today: Psynister, for the NPC Redbrands, rolled 21 using 1d20+1.  Con Save.

---

Round 9: everyone post your actions




RBL - Redbrand Leader
RB# - Redbrand mercenary
XANder, TALin, TERanthvar, MARic
BEAtrice, DARkness, MORgan, RHOnin, TalliSON

Rhonin is still in pain but his composure has returned and his confidence is buoyed by his successful parry of the man's attack. Going back on the offensive, the gnome sidesteps to his left and slips his short sword blade through the brigand's guard for a good strike.

10:00, Today: Rhonin rolled 19 using 1d20+3.  To hit.
10:06, Today: Rhonin rolled 8 using 1d6+2.  Damage.

His breath escapes him as the blade strikes, but he manages to stand. "Oh, you won't be the one having the last laugh," he thinks. Taking out his second dagger, he takes two more swings at the man. The pain blurs his thoughts, causing him to miss the first, and barely make a scratch on the second. Yet he wears a cocky grin.

19:04, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 5 using 1d20+4. 1st Dagger Hit.
19:04, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 21 using 1d20+4. Second Dagger Hit.
19:05, Today: Tallison Magemark rolled 1 using 1d4. Second Dagger Damage.

Poison Spray fails. Disappointed to find the wind turned against him, Maric retreats to the south (what would be AF8 if you extend the map), and tries to use his natural advantages to keep out of harms way:
This message was last edited by the player at 11:31, Sun 14 July 2019.

Morgan takes the hit to her underarm, and is only barely able to get her shield up in time to ward off the crossbow bolts headed her way.

She takes a step back, utters a nasty oath she picked up from the half-orcish quartermaster for her old company, and focuses her energy and concentration on ignoring the pain. It works so well, that her wound ceases to bother her at all.

Reinvigorated, she steps back in close and lashes out at the brigand before her. Her blade finds its mark once again.

OOC:
Bonus Action: second wind, heals 11 points
Action: Sword attack hits for 8 slashing damage on RB5

20:31, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 15,8 using 1d20+5,1d8+5.  sword attack, damage on RB5.

20:30, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 11 using 1d10+1.  Second Wind (bonus action).

Beatrice surveys the battlefield as the Redadjectives begin to flee. "Looks like your allies are turning tail, I suppose." she observes calmly, despite the rage glowing in her eyes. She strikes, but her attention is suddenly drawn by one of her own allies seemingly leaving the battlefield, too. Her attack is easily deflected by the experienced bandit.

"I'll make a deal with you. If you leave, you can get that arm to a healer before I get really angry and make that damage permanent." she offers, menacingly.

09:49, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 10,5 using d20+4,d8+4 ((6,1)) (Attack, Damage Rb9)

09:54, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 19 using 1d20+3 ((16)) (Intimidate Rb9)
This message was last edited by the player at 15:44, Sun 14 July 2019.

10:34, Today: Darkness rolled 2 using 1d20.  Death Save.

Her body writhes around as she is in the throws of a battle of will with the pain. She moans a little as she feel the pain more and then as if only described as if a sigh of want and a moan comes from her as her body arches a little then slumps from a sudden jolt.

16:56, Today: Talin rolled 10 using 1d20.  death save.

Can't let up, can hardly breathe, somehow that matters less then putting down the bandits.
you can join your captain
Xander leads with his off and snakes in a second attack soon after. He draws blood.

action closest: attack 17, damage 5
Bonus action: off hand 7, damage 1

21:47, Today: Xander rolled 17,7,5,1 using 1d20+5,1d20+5,1d4+3,1d4 with rolls of 12,2,2,1.  Attack off hand attack damage.

Beatrice strikes at her opponent, but the man's own blade is fast enough to intercept it. Her words seem to strike a bit true as the man quickly looks around and rethinks the situation. (Miss)

Tallison takes dual daggers to the bandit nearest him. The first finds no purchase, but the second one sinks into the man's forearm. Not a killing blow by any means, but it looks like it hurt him well enough. (1 damage to RB4)

Darkness starts to convulse for a moment. It doesn't last long, but she's taken a sudden turn for the worse. (Another Death Save. Success 2, Fail 1)

Maric runs off to find safety. So he hopes, anyway.

Rhonin rams a short blade between the bandit's ribs, and into a lung. The man drops his own weapon and grasps the blade, coughs up some blood, and then falls over dead. (RB4 dead)

Xander strikes twice more with his daggers, drawing blood with one of them. (5 damage to RB

Talin still clings to life a while longer. <green>(Another Death save. Succes 2, Failure 0)

Morgan takes a deep breath and shakes off the blow she'd taken before moving back in on her opponent to deliver a powerful blow that drops the fellow down to a knee. (8 damage to RB5)

RB4 disengages and flees to the west. (Disengage)

RB5 is dead.

RB8 looks at Xander with hatred in his eyes. "Die, elf!" He follows it up with a stab that catches Xander just below the sternum, dropping the elf to the ground unconscious and bleeding. He spits on the ground, likely intended for Xander but poorly aimed, and then runs off to the east with the others. (7 piercing damage to Xander, make a Death Save)

RB9 changes his mind about this whole situation, "Fall back, boys!" With that, he takes off running to the west. (Beatrice can make an Opportunity Attack if she wishes.)

RB10 and RB12 both flee as well, at the sight of all the others doing the same.

---

Spoiler text: (Highlight or hover over the text to view)

---

Combat is over! Unconscious people, go ahead and make your death saves.


This message was last edited by the GM at 04:12, Mon 15 July 2019.

Beatrice salutes the man with her blade as he runs off with his fellows. It would appear the combat has ended, but her allies have suffered their own losses and wounded.

She sheathes her rapier and drops to Darkness' side. "Let's hope I don't make this worse, I suppose." She whispers as she begins to treat her comrade's wounds as best she can.

23:17, Today: Beatrice Thornhall rolled 20 using 1d20.  Medicine Roll - Darkness.

As the bandits flee, Morgan drops to a knee and pulls a spare shirt out of her pack. She tries to staunch Xander's wounds. She went through basic first aid during her military training, but never paid that much attention to it. It shows.


13:33, Today: Morgan Ironwolf rolled 6 using 1d20.  Medicine check to stabilize Xander.

Xander didn't see the blade, didn't feel the steel slip under his sternum. He felt mind dulling pressure in his chest, then release. His vision is eaten up by fast growing darkness. His daggers fall by his sides then he meets them on the ground.

Xander continues to fight for his life.


death save 15

23:10, Today: Xander rolled 15 using 1d20 with rolls of 15.  Death save.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:13, Mon 15 July 2019.

Tally falls backwards out of pain and exhaustion, close to death yet pushing. His breathing is heavy, and his ears ring. With what little breath he has, he speaks hubris.

"... That ought'ta show 'em."

In reply to Beatrice Thornhall (msg # 123):

Darkness is stable. Unconscious, but stable.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:14, Mon 15 July 2019.

As the sound of fleeing bandits catches his attention, Maric hobbles back to the battlefield to do what he can to save those in need of help. It's immediately apparent to him that first, the female human, then Xander are the most critically injured. Even before he takes care of himself, he begins to take care of the two fallen comrades. Briefly looking up at whomever is nearest, he says, "Find help!" Then he gets to work.

Medicine Check: Darkness 11:02, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 10 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 5.

Medicine Check: Xander 11:02, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 8 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 3.

ooc: Not really sure if I got advantage or disadvantage, or if that was just a straight roll.

ooc: crappy rolls.

In but a short time, Maric is exhausted from his own wounds. He hopes help arrives soon. His head is swimming, his nose is swollen and still dripping blood, and he grunts in pain as he pulls the crossbow bolt from his side.

11:11, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 17 using 1d20+5 ((12)).

I am stable (I'm guessing).

Occurs to me that I do not have a healer's kit, so I tear strips of cloth from my tunic to staunch the flow of blood from the Xander and Darkness. I'll then use one of my gold to purchase a new tunic.

Sigh!

Beatrice kneels beside darkness, gingerly placing her head in her lap and wiping hair from her face. "Come on, wake up already. It's shameful enough that you didn't even get to fight, but now you're just being lazy." The words are harsh, but there is serious concern in Beatrice's voice. "You're a terrible fighter."
This message was last edited by the player at 15:52, Mon 15 July 2019.

As you try to stabilize Xander, the blood flow does not seem to want to stop.

Xander, another Death Save

The elf's blood continues to flow, it does not pulse but freely seeps. His breaths are fast and shallow, now and again his eye lids open and close.   He yet lives but does he have a heart? Did he ever?

death save 7
14:13, Today: Xander rolled 7 using 1d20 with rolls of 7.  Death save.

Morgan stays by Xander's side, trying to apply pressure to his wounds to stop the bleeding while the Wood Elf tries to bandage him.

"Uncle Rhonin, is there anything you can do to help that one over there?" She calls out, pointing at Talin when she gets a chance to take a hand off of the Half-Elf she's helping to save.

Action: Help Maric with his Medicine check.

Maric, you get advantage on the next check you make to stabilize Xander

Maric wraps faster, tries harder to stanch the bleeding:

19:02, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 21 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 16.  Medicine Check: Xander.

19:02, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 6 using 1d20+5 with rolls of 1.  Medicine Check: Xander.

Once Xander's stable, Maric heads to Talin, hoping he's not too late. "Morgan, you're with me!"


ooc: if I understand Advantage correctly, I get two rolls and take the higher of the two, correct?
This message was last edited by the player at 23:10, Mon 15 July 2019.

Maric is gulping air at this point, his body bruised and battered and wounded. Kneeling beside Talin's prone form, he begins his work once more.


19:12, Today: Maric Arumae rolled 10 using 1d20+5 ((5)).

ooc: Yes that is correct it is how advantage works and disadvantage works in reverse you roll 2 d20 and take the lower.

Darkness lies there not not moving but breathing her body wanting to rise up because of the words that Beatrice spoke hearing it as she begs for more and the loathing of letting her team down the shame of getting hit in the first place OH GOD!!!  * she shutters*

With the party grouping up to tend to the wounds of their unconscious companions, all lives of the heroes have been saved, except for poor Terenthvar. Many of the Redcloaks fled, but even more than that were slain and lie fallen around you.

As the question of scavenging weapons was brought up, a quick glance around revealed nothing but short swords and a pair of light crossbows, and several sets of leather armor in various states of disrepair.

Now that the Redbrands have gone out of sight, you start to see townsfolk coming out of their hiding places to see that you're alright. A woman sends her son off running toward what looks to be a temple. Thought they felt safe enough to come out and have a closer look, it seems like few of them want to actually get close; likely because they fear being associated with you if retaliation comes.

Xander regains conscientious with a somber expression. His eyes on Terenthvar
That could have gone better
he sighs then brightens when he catches the eye of one of his savours, weakly, carefully he raises his hand in solute
Looks like the townsfolk can't voice their application but I sure can. Thank you! It was foolhardy to brawl in the town, I didn't think there were so many Redcloaks lurking about. I'm Xander, lucky to meet you

Maric ignores the townsfolk, though he does not begrudge them their fear. He was afraid, too, very much so. At Xander's words, however, he smiles and pats him on the chest. "Welcome back," he said. "Next time don't stand in front of what hit you."

His laugh is short, almost curt before he adds, "Don't get up. I think some healers are on the way. Just rest now."

It was good advice. Not normally one for baths, Maric thought one would be in order, once the healing was done.

I couldn't get up if I wanted to, someone did a great job patching me up but  I feel like... An old cobbled up shoe about to come undone. No I'm comfy right here. Could someone hand me my wand? I drop it by that dead body, or was it that one?

Morgan nods to Xander, then looks for the wand, giving it back to him when she retrieves it. "I'm Morgan Ironwolf. Those bandits nearly got the best of your party. Did they attack you, or were you looking for them? We were sent to find them and clear them out of town."

Now that the fighting is over, she checks her own wound. It bled a lot when she was stabbed, but it turns out to just be a shallow laceration that bled a lot before it scabbed over and will heal quickly.

She finally moves over to Beatrice and the unconscious Darkness. "She'd be a lot more effective as a warrior if she didn't enjoy getting pummeled so much. Is she fine?"

Thank you

Our party recently escorted some goods to Phandalin. After a job well done we asked around about the local going ons. Apparently the Redbrands have moved in and started shaking down the locals. They have killed men on these very streets and spirited away families from their homes.

They approached us and tried to bully some coin from us.  They took offence to the fake diamond I conjured for them. Bad idea now but I wanted to impress them and buy our way into their good graces to try and find out about the missing families.

But the Redbrands are being lead by someone called "Glass staff". This doesn't feel like your average bandit behavior, they have an agenda. We encountered some goblins and they were being led by something called "Black spider". Black spider is driving the goblins into a frenzy, raiding supply lines and kidnappings. All to find Echo Cave. I don't know if they are related but it's a lot of happenstance for one sleepy town

The last bandits turn tail and run and Rhonin is left standing in a slight daze. Looking down, he realizes there's a crossbow bolt standing out of the center of his chest.

The head of the bolt did not penetrate deeply into his body as it hit his sternum square, but what a sight he must be. Reaching up, he pulls the bolt out of the bone and armor with a grunt of effort and drops it. The pain serves to clear his head and he hears Morgan call him and point at the tiefling laying in the street. Quickly he snaps his sword and dagger back into their scabbards and slips his pack off as he runs over to help the elf with his companion. "Let me see what I can do for him."

Digging into his pack, Rhonin pulls out what amounts to a first aid kit and pulls out some thickly folded cloth. With practiced ease, he feels around behind the tiefling's body and finds that one bolt has completely gone through his body. Unfolding part of the cloth, Rhonin places it on halfway around his body and looks at the elf kneeling beside him. "Here, elf. place your hands over each side of the cloth and hold it tight to slow the bleeding." Then the gnome reaches back into his bag and comes out with a roll of thin cloth, places one end under the elf's hand on the bandage and begins winding and unrolling the cloth around the tiefling's body. "Now you can move your hands, elf." When he finishes unrolling the cloth, he pulls the front end out from under the wraps and begins to tie it off. "Give me your finger," he says as he grabs the elf's hand and puts his finger down to hold the tie while he knots the cloth.

Satisfied that the bleeding is stopping from that wound, Rhonin now directs his attention to the crossbow bolt sticking out of his upper chest. "This one's gonna hurt."

He reaches back into the first aid kit and pulls out another bandage, then looks at the elf. "I need you to hold him down. I have to remove this bolt and it's not going to be easy on him or me." After the elf gets a good hold on his friend, Rhonin puts the bandage down on the tiefling's chest and stands up over the bolt. grasping it in both hands, he slowly works it back out until the head is just under the skin. Looking at the elf again to make sure he has a good hold on the tiefling, he gives a little twist and jerk to pull the bolt free. Then tossing it aside, he drops to his knees and places the bandage over the hole, applying direct pressure until it's safe to bind the wound up.

Rhonin looks up at the elf and nods his head before looking back down. He speaks softly, almost a prayer, "Wildwanderer, help this one." Then looks back up and sighs, "I think he's going to live. Thank you for your help."

Then he grumbles loud enough for Morgan to hear, "Uncle Rhonin," he snorts disgustedly. But a little flicker of a grin flashes across his face so quickly it would be easily missed.

09:23, Today: Rhonin rolled 16 using 1d20+2.  Medicine check.