“Well,” said Conan harshly, “is it not better to die honorably than to live in infamy? Is death worse than oppression, slavery and ultimate destruction?”
— The Hour of the Dragon


There are many tales of Hyborian Age.  Tales of the injustice of mad kings.  Tales of great deeds.  Tales of woe.  Our tale begins on the western marches of Koth, in the bleak hills near the border with Argos and Ophir, where lies an ugly scar in the earth that men call the Red Pit. From its depths, slaves hack blocks of fine rose-hued limestone from the ground — stone ultimately bound for the palaces and villas of Khorshemish.  The slaves who are sent here rarely last a season. They live at the whim of the elements, toiling beneath the blazing sun by day and huddling together in their rags for warmth by night. Despite all this, some still have dreams — dreams of freedom — though most dream only of the rich red froth of vengeance...

Vengeance against the Master of the Pit, a brutal man called Abdibaal, a eunuch deep in the confidence of the Kothian king. A cadre of his countrymen, Pelishtim mercenaries from western Shem, prowls the edges of the Red Pit, ever watchful. But inside the quarry, Abidaal employs a gang of slave drivers to keep the other slaves in line. Nazarus the Whip is their overseer. The last member of Abdibaal’s retinue is a nameless Stygian, tall and gaunt, whose sole task is to care for the eunuch’s prized pet: an a’ghama, a 300-pound carnivorous lizard he keeps caged near the edge of the Pit.

What brought you to this miserable existence?  Do such things matter now?

For now, now is your time!  Whether to gain your freedom or fall in the struggle, you will visit sweet retribution on those who have held you in bondage!


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The Situation
You stand on the 2nd lowest level of the infamous Red Pit of Koth in the Slave Flats.  As the last of you were freed from your shackles one of the party (probably Amalric or Chang Jun) struck down one of the slavers with you, shocking everyone around you, both slave drivers and slaves.   There are nearly 120 slaves nearby, shuffling and clanking in their manacled leg-irons (slaves move at half rate).

The Feeding Area sits above you, where Nazarus the Whip and more slave drivers oversee the meager sustenance offered to the starving wretches.

Blocks of stone are being carved from the walls of the level, which are 10 meters in height.  2 ladders allow access from the Slave Flats (area 1 on Game Map) to the Feeding Area (area 2 on Game Map); otherwise there is always scaling the rough hewn wall themselves.

Hexes are 2m in length.  Hexes occupied by slaves may be moved through but cost an addition 1m of movement.

If anyone wishes to make a similar speech as described in the intro to rouse the slaves it will take a Persuasion roll to motivate them into action against their taskmasters.  You have been here long enough to know that the hatred runs deep but so does fear.

Slaves: All but the 7 others seated near you who were also rewarded have their legs shackled together, cutting movement in half.  They are also malnourished and suffer from exhaustion (lowered stats).

Slave Drives (yellow circled): Former slaves, brutish and cruel, who impressed Abdibaal and Nazarus enough to be elevated to the position.  They are well fed and rested and wear thick leather on their chest/back, a girdle and skirt (protects locations 9-14).
Surprised: 1/2 DCV, Normal Stun

Nazarus the Whip (blue circled): commands near the huge feeding table.  Also wears same leathers as Slave Drivers.

Feeding Table: Stacked high with bread and kettles of gruel.  Eager slaves await their turn or move quickly to down their sustenance before other wretches can try to wrest their meal from them.

Characters: Players begin at -2 STR, -2 CON, -5 END, -3 STUN, -1 Physical Skill Rolls due to the hardships of the Pit.  Your legs are free, however you are currently unarmed.

Slave Drivers in Slave Flats: 1 holds a basket with your recently removed manacles.  The other stands by with truncheon in hand, meant to quell any thought of uprising (and failing in his task).  The victim of your wrath lies broken, his hammer and awl which foolishly removed your manacles in the red dirt beside his corpse.

Speed Chart thanks Tiberio

Segment 12
All characters except Chang Jun make DEX rolls to determine your order vs others with your same DEX.  Please declare your moves.  All slavers are considered Surprised (1/2 DCV, Normal Stun) and do not get to act this Segment.

Let the struggle begin!
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Ludvik straitens and looks about at his fellow prisoners.  Fellow slaves.  "Will you stay here for fear of death, licking their boots even as they grind you under heel?  Will you stay, for fear of what might be your fate today, only to suffer a few short months more and then die in this place anyway?  Fear will not keep me a slave!  Come!  Come and fight!  If you die today you will be none the worse off than what these devils called men would have given you anyway!  Come, fight!  Fight and for those who will seize the day, win free of this hell!" he exclaims.  Ludvik his newly free hands and shakes his fists at the sky in anger, a spectacle of the moment of his own fury.  "Freedom will not come to you!  Rise up and take it!"

Then, turning back towards the slavers he looks about quickly trying to get his bearings and a sense of the real challenges that will face what he hopes will be a full on revolt soon enough.  Archers or towers?  What of the Stygian and his beast?  Ludvik attempts to discern what the most significant threats to their escape are going to be, and where they are.



Once he has his bearings Ludvik will charge the nearest guard in a blind rage, attempting to bowl him over in a rush, and onto his back amidst the crowd of slaves.




From GM: Presence Attacks are 0 Phase Actions, you still have your full phase
NOTE: Everyone's chains/manacles are in the basket held by the 2nd slave driver (one on the right).  If you wish to use them you'll have to defeat the man 1st.

Edit 2: Went with Trip as you had discussed in OOC thread, it honestly worked well in this setting.

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 Amalric was as filthy as he had ever been in his life. Even when he had plunged into the marsh land to evade the vengeful cavalry of the Nemdedian king, he had not been so flea bitten and by the gods, how he stank. The only saving grace was he did not even notice it anymore, since everyone else was just as bad.

 The day where the shackles where struck was something to look forward too, in this pit from Hades. As soon as he felt his iron removed, his companion from the Free Company decided to give a speech. Part of Amalric wanted to roll his eyes, just like Ludvik, but he could tease him latter, if there was a latter.

 Amalric attacked the nearest overseer holding the chains with a a move, that his old Arms Master would have could dishonorable. The Merc slammed a fist into the others kidney." Better to die, standing, then live on your knees! Take back your lives. Now fight! “


19:53, Today: Amalric rolled -1,-15,-2 using 14-3d6,3d6,1d6+1 with rolls of 5,4,6,5,4,6,3
Edit: Attack missed, hit -1 DCV, Location would have been 15 - Leg for x2 STUN x1/2 BODY on killing attack, damage roll was 4 so if had hit would have been 2 BODY, 8 Stun.
Just trying to illustrate how to read the results.

20:06, Today: Amalric rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,4.  Dex roll.
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Sarajen laughs under his breath, a maniacal grin opening his parched lips like a crack on water-starved soil, as he hears Ludvik's words.

... oh yes... a chance... just one chance..., he thought to himself.

Looking up to Ludvik, he waved quickly and mouthed, "keep them distracted".

He immediately lunged underfoot, hoping to remain out of sight during the impending conflict, reaching out to steal the hammer and awl from the fallen slave driver.

OOC: Sarajen will sneak about, to hex 0015, and, hoping the drivers will be distracted, take the hammer and awl first, then search the fallen driver for anything else that might be of use (knifes, keys, documents, money, anything).

16:59, Today: Sarajen rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,1.  Stealth Roll 12-.

Okay, my mistake.  When attempting to roll multiple rolls with the manual die roller having the X-3d6 entry is throwing off all rolls that follow it; hence the 2nd and 3rd result having negative values.

After a little testing it looks like everything works as expected if you just put that entry last.

So this gets odd results: Crom rolled 2,-9,-4 using 14-3d6,3d6,1d6+1 with rolls of 4,2,6,1,4,4,5.  Test.
- 14-(4,2,6)=2 okay
- (1,4,4) = 9, why is it negative?
- 6 + 1 should be 7 not 5   WTF?

But this looks right: Crom rolled 9,3,3 using 3d6,1d6+1,14-3d6 with rolls of 5,3,1,2,4,6,1.  with record each die checked

Just put the attack roll last.
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Chang Jun is on his feet in an instant. His right foot coming up and striking forward to land solidly against the chest of the guard beside him.

21:15, Today: Chang Jun rolled 1 using 13-3d6 with rolls of 4,3,5.  Attack roll.

Ooops that should be a 4, miss typed the 13 is actually 16.

21:18, Today: Chang Jun rolled 11 (with 3 body) using 3 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Hit Location. CHEST

21:21, Today: Chang Jun rolled 20 (with 6 body) using 6 with the Hero (Champions) system with rolls of 3, 6, 3, 2, 5, 1.
21:21, Today: Chang Jun rolled 2 (with 1 body) using 1 with the Hero (Champions) system with rolls of 2. Half die equal 1

Toatal damage before armor 21 stun 7 body

Forgot to take into account the reduction in strength so the half die should be taken off leaving 20 stun 6 body.


GM: Was this the maneuver you used?

5 Kick:              1/2 Phase, -2 OCV, +1 DCV,  6 1/2d6, Strike

Did you take the -2 OCV into account?  I think you hit DCV 2-, agreed?

You are correct I totally forgot to add the -2
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Syssiah didn't immediately rose up to her feet. Fatigued as never, covered in grim and filth, both from the mining and the nocturnal attentions of the guards, she knew better than to oppose anyone physically in her state.
She perked up though, and looked for the better way to sneakily step to the ladders. The Freedom was up there. She quickly started to crawl away, hoping to pass inobvious for at least few seconds.

GM: are you moving to a different hex?  If so please indicate which, hopefully the numbers in each hex that's unoccupied are visible on the map. Full or half move?  Please clarify

OOC: From LL18 to HH 18; Half Move, in order to be sneaky.
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There will come a time, when Abdibaal will find a moment to try and break the will of the mob, I must be ready. The tinder catches easily, if the kindling is wet, there will be only smoke, not fire.

Tiberio moves against the slaver in front of him, pushing himself for th eeffort to overcome his starved sinews shriek in protest.

02:33, Today: Tiberio rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,4.  EGO roll to Push +2 STR to 15  12-.

The fist struck out for the vulnerable jaw of the slaver.

OCV 5, +0 Strike, Location -4 Head shot 1d6+3, 12 OCV

02:43, Today: Tiberio rolled 5,9,0 using 1d6+3,2d6,12-3d6 with rolls of 2,5,4,5,2,5.  Head Area 1d6+3, 2d6 N, 12 OCV v Slaver JJ 16.

Hit DCV 0, Loc: 5 Head, 2 N BODY, 9 Stun.

In order of DEX...

Sarajen ducks low, moving quickly amid the chaos to the fallen slave driver.  He snatches up the hammer and awl from the dust of the pit where the dog had dropped them in his death throes.  Though the corpse wears leathers it will take time to remove them, but there is little else.  Clearly he had left his own truncheon above before descending into the pit to remove the prisoner's shackles.
Would take the next turn to remove the man's 3 pieces of leather armor (1 piece per phase - chest, girdle & skirt, boots).

        Damage    Stunx  STR Min   Mass   Fantasy Hero
Hammer  1d6-1       +1       8     1.0kg  Hammer, Small
Awl     1/2d6                5     0.7kg  Stilleto w/o armor piercing

STUNx = increased stun multiplier

Syssiah separates herself from the immediate combat, slipping between the slaves towards the wall.  When she halts she can no longer see Nazarus or the drivers on the Feeding Area above, nor Abdibaal & his mercenaries at the upper lip of the pit.
For the moment Syssiah has broken line of sight with the guards above.  Only those adjacent to the edge of the Feeding Area can see her.

Chang Jun plants his heel into the meaty chest of the mongrel slave driver, strong enough to send his feet out from under him.  The red dust welcomes him as he lands, the air leaving his lungs in an audible gasp.
Slave driver 1 is CON Stunned and prone - circle with a slash to indicate stunned, icon kneeling with arrows to indicate prone, 1/2 DCV, 1/2 difficulty to hit specific hit locations

Ludvik charges forward, pushing past Amalric to sweep the 2nd slave driver's feet from him.  The man takes the fall better than his fellow and looks relatively unharmed as he lands.
Slave driver 2 is prone, 1/2 DCV.  You would have already spied out the location of the guards before the revolt began so you are aware of the following:
Nazarus and 8 of his slave drivers oversee feeding on the level above.  3 more slave drivers patrol each of the 2 remaining levels inside the pit.  Abdibaal’s personal guard of Pelishtim mercenaries look down upon all as they patrol lip of the pit.  There are 3 bowmen and 8 spearmen spread out more or less evenly.  Now all eyes have turned toward you and your band.

Tiberio falls upon the stunned cur Chang had felled, raining blows upon his unprotected head and pummeling the brute into unconsciousness.  There is little blood but it was clear the bastard was done.  His truncheon lies in the dirt beside him.
CON Stun was timely reducing the difficulty of the Head Shot, he is out and will not re-awaken (big red X).  Has same armor as dead guard and a truncheon (club)

          Damage   STR Min   Mass    Fantasy Hero
Truncheon  3d6N      8      1.2kg    Baton/Shillelagh

N = does Normal Damage instead of Killing Damage

Amalric tries to deal a blow to the driver Ludvik has tripped but the man, a wicked Zingaran who often boasted of his many crimes openly, manages to bring his limb up in time to deflect the force of the strike.
miss

Slave Drivers & Slaves gap in amazement as the impossible takes place before them.  But murmuring can be heard from those nearby, echoing the words of the Hyperborean.  Picks and shovels begin to raise not in toil but in anger.  Slowly the wave of violence begins to spread...
Bonus to PRE Attack for violent action and good soliloquy, beat slave's PRE by 20.  You beat Slave Drivers PRE by 10, they will only be able to perform a Half Action during their next phase.

Begin Turn 1


Speed Chart

NOTE: Syssiah has a half phase still available should she wish to move or take an action prior to her turn on Segment 4

Segment 3
  Chang Jun please declare your actions

Segment 4
  Everyone else may declare their actions now.  Feel free to coordinate now that you know the order of actions

Edit: moves updated in speed chart
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Segment 4:

Watching the slavers get their comeuppance brings yet another grin to Sarajen's face. Followed immediate by a grimace as one of them falls to the ground heavily.

With hammer and awl in his hands, he rises up and calls out:

"Who wants to be free?!"

He prepares for a throng of people who will want their shackles removed. If they are going to try to break out they are going to need all the help they can get.

"Come one, come all. The times of slavery are over!"

OOC: For this turn at least Sarajen will free a few slaves. He'll pass the tools on to others in a later segment so he can join the fight.
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Seg 4

Tiberio picks up the truncheon and runs to the wall.


Hph: Pick up Truncheon
Hph: Move 6m; 2 hexs to wall. 2m +1m Slave, 2m +1m Slave.

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Chang darts forward through the few slaves that are around to the base of the ladders, as he scans the upper rim for adversaries.

OOC: Full move to DD14

Will climbing the ladder take a full action?
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Walls & ladders are 10m in height.

Ladders are considered easy climbs. Rate is 1/2 your Running / phase, -1 DCV, no skill check required

Walls are considered normal difficulty.  Rate is 2m / phase and -1 OCV, -2 DC & 1/2 DCV, require normal skill check (+1 for numerous handholds), failure will need DEX roll to hold position but further fail may result in fall.

You may reduce any penalties while climbing by making a separate successful Climb Skill roll (penalties on ladder eliminated, wall reduced to penalties for ladder).

You may increase your climbing rate by an additional 2m with a separate Climb skill check.

BLUFF: ladder probably take 2 phases to climb with a minor reduction in DCV.  Walls harder, probably over a Turn, maybe more to climb and will be at more of a disadvantage if attacked.  But, with a good Climbing skill can speed this up and no way the slavers can block up the entire wall.

Syssiah will rush herself to the ladders before anyone else, and ascend one of them, trying to do so before a large crowd launches itself there.

OOC : using second half action to do so, and continuing on next phase, in roder to surprise the guards over the top.

Okay, you're 4m up the ladder at end of Segment 4
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 The first strike missed, Amalric tossed fancy to the winds, and threw a haymaker at the face of his opponent.


20:40, Today: Crom, on behalf of Amalric, rolled 14,16,6 using 3d6,6d6+1d3,16-3d6 with rolls of 5,5,4,4,3,3,2,1,1,2;5,3,2.  Location, Dmg, Attack (Haymaker)
- per Amalric's description above
Move: none
Attack: Haymaker, hits DCV 6- (hit), will land on Segment 5
Location: 14 Thigh - x1 N Stun, x1 Body
Dmg: 16 STUN, 4 BODY
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From upon high the harsh call of the Whip lashes the slave drivers, an attempt to goad them into action, "Will you stand there gawking while the vermin attack your fellows?  At them you dogs!  At them or when next my whip strips flesh it will be your blood that falls!"

However, the jackal's threats are backed by no bold move of his own as the Whip remains where he stands.  His cruel eyes watching, expecting his brutes to return order to the Pit.

19:41, Today: Crom rolled 19 using 3d6+1d3 with rolls of 5,6,6,2.  Nazarus PRE attack on Slave Drivers.
- 19 vs 10 PRE, not enough to counter Ludvik's attack

1/2 Phase delay
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[OOC: Vortigern attacks the Guard with a Haymaker.  -2 END: 33/35]

Once the slaver goes down Ludvik steps up and begins repeatedly kicking and stomping him in the head.  His lips peel back in a feral snarl as he grunts and his breath comes in and out with each strike.  "You cur!  Flea ridden, goat humping, son of a whore!" he says, punctuating each insult with a stomp on the head of the slaver.

5 BODY, 25 STUN to slave driver's chest.  Cracked a rib and knocked him out for the rest of the combat
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The slave driver before them crushed Chang Jun and Tiberio wind their way through the ragged denizens of the Pit yet it is Syssiah with her slight head start who gains the ladder first.

The remaining slaver is left to the brutal attention of Amalric and Ludvik.  The Zamoran dog never has the chance to rise from from the dust as both men lay merciless blows upon his cowering form.

Nazarus' words are unable shake his remaining brutes from their shock.  Next the ruthless brigand lets his namesake speak for him.  A sharp crack and a cry of surprise rise above the tumult of battle as the nearest-most slaver feels the promise of discipline Nazarus had warned.
1 Body, 1 STUN to slave driver's thigh.  Leathers protect, no damage.
22:12, Today: Crom rolled 18 using 4d6+1d3 with rolls of 5,4,6,2,1.  Nazarus PRE attack on Slave Drivers + Whip
- still didn't overcome Ludvik's PRE attack, guards still only act at 1/2 phase on 6

Three of your harsh oppressors have fallen before you but their cadre await above.



Speed Chart

Segment 6
Chang Jun please declare your actions, slave drivers and slaves will go after you
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Chang grabs the rungs of the nearest ladder and quickly begins climbing toward the next level.

OOC: Both rolls failed
08:15, Today: Chang Jun rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,5.  Climbing roll for extra movement.
08:14, Today: Chang Jun rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,5,6.  Climbing roll to reduce penalty.

Chang gains the ladder and begins his ascent but in his haste he slips on a rung and drops a few meters before catching himself.
Minor problem from hurrying and failing both DEX rolls, only ascent 4m instead of 6m

As if in a daze the slave drivers approach the edge of the Feeding Area to look down upon the chaos unfolding below.  A mob of slaves rush upon Sarajen, encircling both he, Ludvik and Amalric in their thirst for the freedom which the old man has offered.  The fallen slave drivers do not escape their notice however; many a pick or shovel grows red with gore as they rise and fall over the spot where the cursed oppressors fell.

Meanwhile, those fortunate soulswhose shackles had likewise been released for their good behavior move to join the instigators of the uprising.  Several make to climb the pick-marked walls while others move toward the ladders.  The desperation shines in their eyes; the cries from their cracked lips call out for freedom.  But will such flames continue to burn when they meet the truncheon, arrow or spear of the guardians of the Pit...
Slaves without manacles have green circles

The remaining slave drivers' hearts grow cold at the realization of their tenuous predicament.  Once slaves themselves they know there will be no quarter given from those they only recently guarded; injustices they met out will be repaid in blood unless the uprising can be squashed now.  They threaten the poor wretches who stand near, hoping to forestall any more from joining the uprising.  For the moment their presence and that of The Whip hold the order in the Feeding Area.
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Speed Chart

All characters besides Chang Jun, declare your actions

Syssiah I'd deleted your post as you do not move on Segment 6.  I understand what you'll be doing; you can repost or not as you like.

Ludvik/Amalric the guard you felled had held the basket of manacles.  One could be used as improvised weapons but would incur a penalty to your OCV unless you have WF: Improvised Weapons skill.  Alternatively anyone can try to take a pick or shovel from one of the slaves though they will be loath to release a weapon (will require a Disarm maneuver or knocking a slave out)

Anyone may spend half a Phase looking for something to use as a weapon.  As you might expect, there are quite a number of rocks of various sizes and shapes lying around.

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The enthusiastic response at the offer of freedom is a little more than Sarajen was expecting. He removes the manacles of the first slave that approaches, then hands the hammer and awl to her, saying,

"Here! Help everyone. I will look for other ways."

OOC: Change of plan for Sarajen. He wasn't expecting all the slaves to rise up like that. He thought a few might have been too beaten to even move. As described, he will hand the tools to the slaves so they can free themselves, and, if there's enough time, he will pick up a tool or weapon as the slaves scramble to get their manacles removed. That should make for a phase.

Sarajen - Make a Persuasion roll or some other action (PRE attack?) to convince the slave to release her tool and take up the hammer and awl instead.

Seg 8
Tiberio moves to the closest ladder, then looks up and around to see what threats
there are from his position at the base of the ladder.


Hph : Move 6m, 3 Hexes, 2m
Hph : climb ladder +3m         (Actual +2 m up ladder)

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OOC:

Change of idea: Sarajen isn't worried about the slaves. If the slaves are not motivated to have their own freedom, he won't try to convince them. If she won't take the hammer and awl, Sarajen will just say,

"Your freedom is here. Get to it!,"

then drop the hammer and awl on the ground. He will still look for any open tool or weapon to grab.

Ludvik turns and moves to take up the hammer and awl from Sarajen.  He holds them up and calls out.  "Come!  Come and I will strike your chains from you!  And then FIGHT!  Fight or let your chance for life wither in your own hands!"




Ludvik will then attempt to quickly strike the chains from any of his fellow nearby slaves that appear ready and willing to fight.

"Not the way I thought it would turn out, but if you want to, you sure can," Sarajen comments to Ludvik.

He continues his search for possible weapons in the crowd.

Sarajen - The basket of manacles, dropped by the slave driver Ludvik and Amalric felled, lies a short distance away (though largely obscured amid the crush of slaves looking for release).  Meanwhile the slaves around you hold up their pikes and shovels in shouts of anger and cries of vengeance against Abdibaal and his guardsmen.  They continue to crowd forward awaiting (now Ludvik) release them from their chains.  None appear eager to drop their tools unless it is into the body of those who have brought them suffering.

Mob.  Is.  Riled.  Lookin'.  For.  Blood.
Weapon choices are slim:
- Manacles are heavy enough to serve as an Improvised Weapons.
- You can take a pick or shovel from one of the slaves via Disarm or beating the sot senseless.
- The um, the hammer and awl actually....actually were both weapons...gave you the stats for those in the Segment 12 - Results post
- Believe it or not, there are all different shapes of rocks here.  You can roll 1d6 to see if anything promising is nearby.
- Go take a truncheon from the guards above
- Nazarus has a nice looking, well-oiled whip...I'm pretty sure you have your eye on that.  Huh?

What's it gonna be?


Ludvik - You'll need to do 4 BODY of damage with the awl to knock the pin out of a slave's manacle and free their legs.  You can choose to free both legs or just one so they can move at full speed.  You'll only be able to hit 1 pin per Phase and you will need to make a roll to hit as conditions here are not exactly calm.

        Damage    Stunx  STR Min   Mass   Fantasy Hero
Hammer  1d6-1       +1       8     1.0kg  Hammer, Small
Awl     1/2d6                5     0.7kg  Stilleto w/o armor piercing

DCV of pin is 2 due to the jostling, awl is used like a stiletto so you can use it without penalty.  With your 5 OCV you'll roll: 11+5-3d6 ->  16-3d6 and if you get 2 or higher you hit.

The awl has a STR Minimum of 5; for every 5 points over that of STR you use you can add 1 Damage Class (DC).  Right now your STR is only 8 from the toil of the pit so you won't be able to increase the damage but maybe in the future or with a different weapon you could.

No need for a location roll.

In summary:
1) Roll 16-3d6 and see if result is over 2
2) If it is, roll 1d3 for damage

Amalric pushes his way past the converging wretches and seeks out the next fool standing between him and his freedom.
Full Move toward nearest ladder

Working his way through the throng, Sarajen takes ahold of several lengths of chains with manacles. They will serve just fine as a weapon, something he can swing. He was't a master with flexible weapons, but a good solid blow of a chain like that should leave a heavy bruise even on the toughest of opponents.

Chains in hand, he looked towards the stairs first, then to Ludvik. The big fella was busy freeing slaves. He was stronger anyway, so he was better suited to break those pins. Sarajen decided that he should contribute to the escape.

He picked the stairs, heading towards them. Ludvik was safe as it was.

Marduke confronts a slave with a pick and convinces him to hand over the pick. In return the big brute tries to break the slaves chains...by hand.

STR 28 does 4 BODY.

Convinces him?  Not without a PRE attack.  Other option would be to attack with a Disarm maneuver or just plain knock him out

You know enough from life in the Pit that slaves struggle against one another all the time.  It is doubtful others would leap to your target's aid.

Even with your STR you would not break the heavy manacles else you could have escaped long ago. Maybe if you took extra time + a Haymaker but probably not in a single go.

Please update with your choice of methods to relieve the slave of his pick and provide rolls to resolve
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As much as she had looked forward to something like this, it had been unexpected and it took her a moment to engage. Something she would chastise herself for later. "Rise! Rise against those that would keep you slaves!," she cried, as she ran toward the nearest ladder.

She knew that true freedom would lie in being able to actually getting out of the pit and taking down the guards at the top. She continued to yell those words as she did, using whatever languages she knew.

As posted above, Mob. Is. Riled.  Further PRE attacks will do little.  Likewise general PRE attacks will be extremely difficult against slave drivers as a whole since they know they are fighting to the death (though you might surprise one if you're in their face; depends on what you do exactly)

Please clarify which ladder you move to, bottleneck appears imminent...

OOC: She would start to head to the nearest and then quickly shift if it looked too crowded...
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Marduke growls in Nordheimer "give me the pick or I'll take it from your bloodied body."

Persuasion 12-, rolled 13 on 3d6. Feats of strength in past May lend weight to argument.

Results by Dex-order

Sarajen - Hands the hammer and awl to Ludvik and pushes his way to the fallen slaver the Hyperborean and Nemedian had just crushed.  The basket of discarded manacles lay where to doomed slaver had dropped them, blood spattered after the savaging from the slaves' assault.
Sarajen moves 4m and retrieves a heavy manacle.

        Damage    Stunx  STR Min   Mass   Fantasy Hero
Manacle  1/2d6              10     20kg   Leg Manacles
- improvised weapon, can be lifted with Casual STR of 3+, somewhat balanced -1 OCV unless have WF: Improvised Weapons

And yes that is killing damage

Syssiah - The Zamoran princess reaches the tops of the ladder, slave drivers within arm's reach.  A look of surprise passes across the brutes' countenance at Syssiah's sudden arrival but in their arrogance they almost immediately relax at the sight of a mere woman rather than one of those responsible for their comrade's demise.
Had just enough movement to reach the top of the ladder.  Arrogant jerks believe you no threat....yet

Niamh - The wild-woman calls out encouragement to her fellow slaves and they answers with shouts for blood.  Her light steps carry her to the ladder Syssiah has just ascended and she follows as quickly as her limbs allow.
On right ladder, 4m up, below Syssiah's token

Ludvik - The Hyperborean begins the arduous task of freeing more of the Pit's captives; pounding at the pins to release the chain which attaches to one ankle.  The pin is halfway out; the Kush savage the manacles are attached to calls encouragements in his native tongue.  Though you do not speak his language his meaning is violently clear.
One more hit perhaps and another slave will be able to move more easily.

Nazarus - does something largely unseen by characters amid the chaos

Tibero - The son of Aquilonia hits the nearest ladder almost directly upon the heels of Niamh.  He ascends as far as he can until the Pict blocks his progress.
On right ladder, 2m up, below Niamh and Syssiah's tokens

Marduke - Growling threats of harm upon the man before him (a Stygian if the hawk-nose and complexion are any indication) prove moot.  Whether the wretch remembers any prior feats of strength by Marduke is unclear, perhaps the blood-lust has robbed him of any memory but his hatred of his captors.  A fierce light burns in his eyes as he pushes back against the Vanir's demand for his tool.
Missed Persuasion roll; the idiot didn't handover his pick.  What will you do about it on your next Phase?

Amalric - Shoving those massing upon Ludvik aside Amalric strives to reach either of the ladders.
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Speed Chart

Segment 9
Chang Jun you may declare your moves.  Barring any surprises it looks like you should reach the Feeding Area just as Syssiah did

Segment 12
Everyone may declare their moves for Segment 12
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With the manacles in hand, Sarajen runs towards the wall weaving through the slaves to help with the fight on top. As he gets to the rock face, he hangs the manacles around his neck in order to free his hands. Looking for perches and good handholds, he begins the ascent to the upper level.

OOC: Sarajen will move to hex 0012 and begin the climb (if there is enough movement). He will take advantage of the fact that the walls in that corner are closer than 90 degrees together, making a climb much easier by providing something to perch his entire body onto.

20:48, Today: Sarajen rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,2.  Climbing Roll 13-.

Will take all movement to reach target hex due to 3 hexes of slaves you must pass through.

As stated previously rate of climbing is 2m per Phase, -1 DCV while climbing.

You may make separate Climbing skill check to increase rate by an additional 2m.

An additional check can eliminate the DCV penalty.

Due to advantageous position you selected you get an additional +1 (+2 total) for all climbing checks due to numerous hand-holds.

Think you mean hex DD12.  Let me know if I'm mistaken
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Marduke isn't the most eloquent of men. He hits the stupid man in the hand to make him  let go of the pick.

Rolled 11 on 16-3d6.  Hits stupid man. DCV 11 or less
2 PSLs with Hit Location , rolling High shot (2d6+1)

Hit location 6 (Hand) on 2d6+1
Damage 6 BODY 20 STUN on 5 1/2 d6.

Crit! What sort of impairment do you want?  See table in References thread for default or make an alternative suggestion.
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Chang Jun darts up the ladder further, hoping to make it to solid ground before the guards could form a plan or retaliate.

OOC:
09:38, Today: Chang Jun rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,5.  Climbing Roll 12- to negate penalties.

09:38, Today: Chang Jun rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,3.  Climbing Roll 12- to increase movement.

GM Question: A Full Move of climbing brings you to the top of the ladder on Segment 9 and on to the Feeding Area with Syssiah.

What will you do on Segment 12?

Chang would probably move forward to say, Hex Z14, then use a Martial Punch on the guy in AA14 I think. Hopefully clearing some room for others to move up.
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Niamh is now suddenly dependent on the woman in front of her, Syssiah?, if she recalled correctly, from making it off the ladder in order for her to continue. She rose as fast as she could to be right on the woman's heels.

"Hurry, we must control way up!," she shouts to those above her.

I think you are right. It looks like a DD now that I peer at it closer. But yes, the jagged corner is good for climbing.

I'll give you climbing rolls in the next turn, when he actually begins to go up.

As fast as she could, Syssiah would tumble and roll onto the ground to find herself standing in the gaurd back, and shove him as violently as possible so he would fall down into the pit.

OOC :

08:09, Today: Syssiah rolled 10 (with 3 body) using 3 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Shove Attack Roll. OCV 5 +1 -10 = DCV 6 HIT.



When you move please specify the hex you are moving to.
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Seg 12
Tiberio moves as soon as the savages above him move, keeping an eye above and to the side for threats of thrown or arrow attacks.


Hph : climb ladder +3m         (Start +2 m up ladder, End +5 m)
Hph : Dodge, +3 DCV

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Ludvik continues his attempt to free the Kushite ... in his eagerness and haste fumbles the next strike on the pin.  Swearing under his breath he grimaces and tries to ignore the gnawing hunger and weakness in his limbs as he readies for a third blow.

Sarajen - Hustling with the weighty manacle, beard swinging as he ran, Sarajen reaches the corner to the left of the ladders.  Laying the manacle over his shoulder he grabs hold of the cliff face and begins his ascent.
With 16m Running you reach the corner and manage to ascend 1m.

Syssiah - Woah to the fool who turns his back upon the daughter of Zamora.  As Chang Jun leaped to the Feeding Area, drawing the slavers' gaze, Syssiah moved quickly behind the dog and put delicate shoulder to small of his back.  Standing on the precipice, surprised and off-balance, he manages to catch hold of the ledge as he slides over.  It is a momentary respite that likely saves him from the worst of the impact once he fails to find a solid handhold and drops down.
1DC / 2m fallen = 5DC
20:16, Today: Crom rolled 11 using 5d6 with rolls of 1,1,2,3,4.  Falling Dmg.
20:16, Today: Crom rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,3.  Location re-roll.
- Legs
- Prone 1/2 DCV

Chang Jun - As his intended target topples over the ledge the Eastern warrior focused his violent intent upon the closest slave driver to Syssiah's back.
Rolls?

Niamh - The Pictish wild-woman scurried up the ladder as a wildcat might a pine in search of prey.  The slave standing between her and the nearest slave driver dropped to her knees, cowering in fear that she might be the intended target rather than the brute holding the truncheon behind her.
4m up to start, 15m Running = 7m climbing, you reach the top of the ladder and have enough movement to move 1 hex forward to stand before slave driver 3.

Ludvik - The unruly mob continues its cries and jostling, fouling Ludivk's 2nd strike upon the pin.  Impatient howl's, fear, anger -- all of these mix in the ears of the experienced Hyperborean captain.  This is no group of well organized military men; it is violent mob of innocents, cutthroats and criminal bound together only by momentum and directed at a common goal.  But it is tenuous organization at best.  The slave from distant Kush snarles in impatience that his shackles remain, stamping his shovel against the red dirt menacingly.
Natives grow restless and are pressing in closer; now costs 4m Running to pass through any hex with slaves due to how tightly they are packing in

Tiberio - The horse trader puts hand over hand, ascending toward the Feeding Area as fast as his arms can carry him.
2m to start, 1/2 Phase 6m Running = 3m Climbing, 5m out of 10m this Phase with 1/2 Phase remaining

Marduke - The Stygian wretch cries out as his pick falls from numbed digits before gripping his hand to his chest and gazing upon the red-haired giant in fear.  Whatever bravado which emboldened him before is now fled; he appears intent upon following it.
Pick drops to the dirt at your feat

Amalric - No sooner has the hapless slave driver hit the floor of the pit than the  Nemedian falls upon him.  Though the pair wrestle the slaver somehow manages to elude Amalric's hold.
21:04, Today: Crom, on behalf of Amalric, rolled 9,-1 using 2d6+1d3,14-3d6 with rolls of 5,3,1;4,6,5.  Squeeze Dmg, Grab.
- Grab failed, hit DCV -1

Slave Drivers - As the chaos reaches the Feeding Area the slave drivers there, the worst the Pit held, fight for their lives.  The driver Amalric tries to grab swings wildly with his club, clipping the Nemedian on the arm though he barely grunts from the impact. One slaver, having just witnessed Syssiah push his comrade over the lip of the Feeding Area, tries to grab the Zamorian princess but she dances lithely aside....into the arc of the 2nd Slave Driver's truncheon!  Meanwhile a Slaver swings wildly at Niamh, hitting only empty air.  Finally two move in upon Chang from the side; one the Khiati easily avoids but the second aims a solid blow toward Chang's chest!

21:34, Today: Crom, on behalf of Amalric, rolled 8,13,4 using 3d6,5d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 1,5,2,2,4,1,1,5,6,3,1.  Slave Driver 1, location, dmg, attack Almeric.
- hit DCV 4 (Almeric at DCV 3 from his failed Grab) in Arm for 8 STUN, 3 BODY (no dmg after defenses)

21:35, Today: Crom, on behalf of Amalric, rolled 6,3 using 2d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 3,3,5,2,4.  Slave Driver 2, Squeeze, Grab attack Syssiah.
- Grab misses

21:36, Today: Crom, on behalf of Amalric, rolled 8,15,6 using 3d6,5d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 1,6,1,2,3,2,5,3,3,3,2.  SD3, location, truncheon, hit vs Syssiah.
- Hit DCV 6 (Syssiah at 5 DCV from Shove), in Arm for 7 STUN 3 BODY (no dmg after defenses)

21:38, Today: Crom rolled 13,15,-1 using 3d6,5d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 5,6,2,6,1,1,1,6,6,5,4.  SD4, location, truncheon, hit vs Niamh .
- Miss

21:38, Today: Crom rolled 10,19,7 using 3d6,5d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 2,6,2,6,6,2,4,1,3,2,2.  SD5, location, truncheon, hit vs Chang.
- Miss thanks to Martial Punch's +2 DCV

21:38, Today: Crom rolled 16,10,1 using 3d6,5d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 6,6,4,1,4,3,1,1,4,6,3.  SD8, location, truncheon, hit vs Chang.
- Miss

No damage from any Slave Driver

Slaves - The slaves around Ludvik press closer and closer in their desperation for freedom from the shackles which hamper them.  Others on the outer edges forego the this desire and instead move to join the surge up and onto the Feeding Area; many climbing the walls just has some of their brethren had begun.  Some few already unshackled reach the ladder behind Tiberio while the remainder continue their climb.  Finally, those near the combat move away to protect themselves from the violence....all except those near the feeding table.  All are well aware of the gnawing hunger the slaves feel and while those who have already grabbed their meager bread and watery meal are content....those still in line will not retreat with sustenance so near at hand!


Chang, please make your attack/dmg rolls when you have a chance
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Speed Chart

Post-12
Take your Recoveries

Segment 3
Chang Jun, after rolling for your actions for Segment 12 attack, you may declare your actions for Segment 3

Segment 4
Everyone else may declare their actions for Segment 4

Slaves categorized as follows:
- green aura - unshackled, 12m Running
- blue aura - still shackled, 6m Running
- no aura - not currently attacking with party
Slaves beginning to press upon the feeding table now that slaver drivers are not keeping them in an orderly line
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Been hit, even without major effects wasn't to please Syssiah anyway. SHe rapidly get her balance back, and kicked the #3 Guard in the knee to make him loose his balance and create a flee opportunity for most.

OOC :

05:56, Today: Syssiah rolled 16 (with 4 body) using 3 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Trip Maneuver OCV 5-1+11. Own DCV 4. Missed attack.

OOC: Nothing much to recover so far for Post-Segment 12

Sarajen clambers on the walls, watching for any threats from above. He was keenly aware that he was vulnerable while climbing, but he didn't want that to stop him from reaching the top.

As he climbed the walls with practiced skill, he was hoping to surprise a slaver on top, perhaps pull them down to the bottom floor as they looked elsewhere. The fall would certainly do far more damage than his bare hands ever could.

OOC:
21:17, Today: Sarajen rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,3.  Climbing Roll to go faster - 14-.

21:18, Today: Sarajen rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,5.  Climbing Roll to be Safe (DCV) - 14-.

21:18, Today: Sarajen rolled 4 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,2.  Stealth Roll: Attempt to remain unnoticed by the guards above - 13-.

Hah! That's a critical stealth roll: I do full Stealth damage! =)

Cimmerians would grudgingly acknowledge your performance was almost acceptable.
 ;-)  If you had killed at least one opponent at the same time...maybe an approving nod.
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Marduke grabs the pick and goes to the right side ladder . He begins climbing after either hooking the pick on his belt or grasping the shaft of the weapon between his teeth.


1/2 phase Run  6M to CC15.
1/2 phas Climb +4 m

FYI - You'll only Climb 3m (1/2 your remaining 6m of Running after reaching the ladder)
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OOC: Segment 12 Rolls.
08:27, Today: Chang Jun rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,5.  Attack roll (11+5=16).
Hit a 3 DCV.
08:29, Today: Chang Jun rolled 17 (with 5 body) using 4 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Martial Punch Dam.
09:55, Today: Chang Jun rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,1,2.  Location.

The Slave Driver attempted to catch your hand in a macho maneuver....but a resounding SMACK accompanied by tearing cartilage and he pulls his hand back quickly in pain

As the slavers crowd in closer Chang Jun retaliates against one of the closer ones.

OOC: Martial Punch against Z12 (I believe).

09:57, Today: Chang Jun rolled 15.  Attack vs. Z12 (16-3d6). Missed.
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Seg 2
Tiberio sees the way ahead, continues to climb

Seg 2

Hph : Run 6m, climb ladder +3 m         (Start +5 m up ladder, End +8 m)


Seg 4

Hph : Run 6m, climb ladder +2 m > BB16  (Start +8 m up ladder, End +10 m)
Hph : Attack Slaver 4 w Bludgeon

17:14, Today: Tiberio rolled 4,12,3 using 2d6+1,3d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 2,1,4,2,6,4,2,5.  Attk v Slaver 4,  Loc High -2 OCV 14.
Hit DCV 3, Loc: 4 Head, N 4 BODY 12 STUN, Loc x = 4 BODY 24 STUN


Right between the eyes.  CON Stunned.  1/2 DCV
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Niamh drives her body into the slaver trying to entangle and throw him to the ground, intent on clearing a way for more to follow and to drive the man into the masses of other slaves.

"Rise and fight!," she screams, as she does so.

(OOC:
19:32, Today: Niamh rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,6.  Trip. OCV 14-)

Which slave driver is your target?  They are labeled in the picture; 3 & 4 are both at hand.

(Slaver #4...and she would prefer to do the Move Through, but I didn't think she could being right next to the guy. I think the target is still 14-, but I'm okay with just making it a Trip if changing things up isn't cool...which I totally get.)

I'm good if you would like to perform the Move Through.  You'll be at -2 OCV -3 DCV until your next Phase.  Can only use your normal 7 PD to resist the damage you'll take; which will probably be more than enough to handle it.

If you choose to go with that roll your Move Through damage and then take half that that yourself.

(OOC: Yes, I think I'd prefer to do the Move Through...
...22:46, Today: Niamh rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,3.  Damage Move Through.

Heh, she must be tired...does she take 3 or 4?)
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Ludvik curses under his breath as the Kushite expresses his, understandable, impatience.  Hefting the hammer and spike again he readies then strikes another blow.  This one strikes more true however, the focus of the Hyperborean staying firmly on his task ... blocking out his surroundings almost entirely.

If this strike frees the Kushite he will get the manacle off of the ankle of the man and then pass it up to him so he can keep it from getting tangled/caught on anything.  Then he is on to the next man.  He will look for someone who, like the Kushite, seems ready and willing to fight when freed.
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Segment 3

Chang Jun - The Khitai spins too soon, eager as the slavers press upon him from the side, but the powerful foot passes close enough to nose that the men pause momentarily.

Segment 4

Sarajen - No stone or dust falls to betray the old man's ascension as he makes the half-way mark.
5m out of 10m

Syssiah - Delicate feet attempt to tangle with the slaver's but scoundrel proves sure-footed and manages to remain upright.

Niamh - The wild-woman throws herself upon the slave driver; the man grunts but remains upright.
7 STUN & 3 BODY to Niamh's Thigh (ping off defense) & 7 STUN & 3 BODY to SD 4's shoulder, he'll take a small bit of STUN

Ludvik - The lock-pin bounces in the red dirt as it separates from the Kushite slave's manacles.  With a primitive howl the savage savage turns toward the ladder and waiting freedom.  More slaves shuffle impatiently; faces of the Pit swim before Ludvik calling out in over a dozen languages for freedom.
1 more slave with legs unencumbered

Tibero - As the Pict rebounds from the slaver, Tibero's truncheon takes the fellow square between the eyes, snapping his head back.  Though he remains upright there is a thin line of blood from a purple bruise; his eyes seem unfocused.
CON Stunned, barely conscious, 1/2 DCV

Marduke - The Vanier gains the ladder, shouldering aside the slave making ready for her own ascent.  Up his powerful arms carry him as he begins his climb.
3m up out of 10m

Amalric - Undeterred by the slaver's truncheon, the Nemedian presses the attack, finally managing to trap the filthy brute's arms.
Grab successful, Almeric is at 1/2 DCV, full OCV vs grabbed slaver, slaver -3 OCV vs Almeric and 1/2 DCV

Nazarus - Having taken advantage of the confusion, the Whip rises from between the press of slaves and leaps upon the feeding table.  An audible gasp rises from the surrounding mob as trays of bread sway and pots of watery gruel bounce.  Yet none of the meager sustenance falls and the wretches continue to grab their fare quickly amidst the battle.  The whip lashes out over the heads of slave and driver alike, licking towards Chang.  The crack of the lash rises near upon Chang's ear but well away from him.
Miss

Speed Chart

Chang please declare your action

Slave Driver and Slaves will go next
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Ludvik moves quickly ahead to the next eager slave and goes to work on another set of manacles.  This task for now seems to occupy the majority of his attention.  He adjusts the manacle to position the restraining pin conveniently before giving it a solid strike from the hammer.
Your targets to free have scattered across the cliff-face out of sight of the archers above

5/6/2019 - Making choice for Ludvik to follow slaves to cover near cliff.

1/2 Move, Hammer
Result: Pin is loosened but not free
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With several of the slavers crowding close, Chang Jun attempts to emulate an attack he witnessed one of his mentors use long ago. Unfortunately he can't recall all the specifics and his attack goes wide missing his target.

For Sarajen's Phase 8:

Creeping slowly ever upwards, Sarajen keeps a steady pace on the rock face. It had been a while since he had used these muscles, having been trapped in this hell hole far too long. Looking up at the edge of the drop above him, he kept his senses alert. He may be able to grab someone and drag them down.

OOC:
Intentions: Sarajen wants to keep climbing. I forget how much progress he can make in half a phase. If he can move the remaining 5 meters upwards, in a half move, he will attempt to grab a slaver's foot, and haymaker a pull (STR vs STR?) to have them fall off the cliff.

If he doesn't have enough distance, he will keep on climbing upwards all sneaky-like. =)

Rolls:

13:29, Today: Sarajen rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,1,1.  Climbing Roll 13-.
Hah, critical climb. Sarajen is stuck to that wall like a tick on fur.

13:30, Today: Sarajen rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,1.  Rapid Climbing 14-.
Sarajen is a practiced climber. He makes this look easy. (I forgot to add the +1 to the previous roll, but it does not matter.)

13:32, Today: Sarajen rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,3.  Safe Climbing 14-.
Barely made it to keep his full DCV. (Correct me if I am wrong here.)

13:32, Today: Sarajen rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,6,4.  Sneaky climbing 13-.
And looks like he'll remain silent during the climb. I mean, it's not like they are not distracted by a small commotion or anything. =)



9m out of 10m up
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Marduke continues up the ladder. His face is suffused with both anger and eagerness as the hated overseers come into view...and he has a pick to greet them with...
9m out of 10m up ladder
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Chang Jun - A series of quick strikes lash out but the slave driver backs away quickly, avoiding the attack.

Archer 1, 2 & 3 - A blur and whistling buzz is the only warning as three shafts streak past those battling in the Feeding Area.  The archers at the top of the Pit have loosed their first shafts at those battling the slave drivers whom they are able to recognize in their familiar armor.  But barbed tips do not simply disappear if they miss their intended target ...  Cries erupt around Luvdik as the arrows fall among those awaiting release from their manacles.  The Hyperboreans hears more than sees the deadly results.
1 slave down with an arrow to the chest, a second down with a shaft in the shoulder, a 3rd staggers with an arrow through the arm

Slave Driver 1 - With a wheezing, desperate gunt the mongrel writhes against Almeric's vice-like grip, failing to find any release.
unable to escape Grab

Slave Drivers 2, 8 & 5 - A trio of the scoundrels dance with Chang though it is clear they are cautious of the Khitai's quick moves.  Two swing uselessly at empty air but the 3rd sees opportunity and steps forward to land a solid blow to Chang's shoulder...but his target ducks at the last moment robbing the thug of his strike.
whiffs, one hit for 6 will ping off Chang's Combat Luck

Slave Driver 3 - Growling in anger at the lithe Zamoran kicking at his knees, the brute swings his weighted baton at Syssiah.  The dark haired girl is only able to escape the blow by the barest of inches.
9 to Arm, negated by defenses

Slave Driver 4 - hand to his head, the stunned lout attempts to regain his senses.
recover from being Stunned

Slaver Drivers 6 & 7 - unable to reach the rebels the pair begin pushing their way through the throng surrounding the feeding table.  They are intent in moving to close the gap in the circle but are unable to reach it.
Full Moves, to X12 and W13 respectively

Slaves - The slaves scaling the walls continue upwards though slowly.  The Kushite, freed from the confines of manacles, pushes towards the left ladder.  Those around Ludvik cry warning and begin to spread out, many rushing toward the cliff walls out of sight of the bowmen. Those above in the Feeding Area push for food from the table still, heedless of the archers (though they give Nazarus a respectful distance).

Speed Chart

All characters but Chang Jun may declare their moves.  Those of you who posted early May adjust if you so choose.
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Niamh was frustrated with the results of her efforts and wondered just how much was due to her weakened state. One more reason to hate the slavers. Fortunately, one of the fellow slaves managed to land a significant strike to the man's skull leaving him senseless.

Shifting her attention to the slaver striking at the Zamoran woma, she continued to cry out as she attempted to drive him to the ground. "Rise! Rise against them!"

(OOC:
16:11, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,5.  Trip. v Slaver #3)

Grasping at Syssiah as she flees past him the slave driver never see the Pict's strike; he drops to his hands and knees before checking his balance.

Slave Driver: 1/2 DCV (2) from Trip & Prone
Niamh: -1 OCV (3), -2 DCV (3) from Trip Maneuver
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The arrows pass by and Tiberio moves, pressing forward, then attacks to immobilize, swinging the truncheon to midsection then an abrupt arc down to the leg, using his advance to disorient his target.


Seg 8

Hph : Run 6m, > AA17 > Y17 > X16
Hph : Attack Slaver 4 w Bludgeon, Haymaker, lands Seg 9

20:34, Today: Tiberio rolled 12,30,10 using 2d6+7,7d6,14-3d6 with rolls of 2,3,4,6,4,5,5,3,3,2, 1,1.  Bludgeon v Slaver 4, Loc, Dam, OCV 14.
Location 12 Stomach, N 8 BODY 30 STUN, HIT DCV 10, CRIT DCV 6
Critical Damage Normal 14 BODY 42 STUN, After DEF Loc 12 x1.5 STUN
Likely Impairing


The slave driver gives a cry as the heavy club takes him in his guts, he sinks to the red dirt never to rise again.  Internal injuries seep poison into his blood...the blind retribution of the slaves the only thing left to spare him from a slow, agonizing death.
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Struggling with the slave driver at the foot of the ladders, the Nemedian pounds at the cur's kidney but fails to strike solid as his adversary squirms.

Seeing the gap before her closing as the pair of slave drivers push their way through the mass of slaves, the Zamorian beauty dives into the unwashed masses and skirts to the right.

Syssiah uses a Full Move to reach V16

Nazarus recoils the leather braid, plays it back and forth in a lithe dance before suddenly striking toward Chang Jun once more....perilously close, the crack of the lash is nearly deafening in the Khitai's ear.

head shot missed

Segment 8

Sarajen - Amid the dust and dirt kicked up by the slave driver above the old man continues his silent ascent, reaching half-a-body length from his goal.  The brute striking vainly at Chang Jun is oblivious to Sarajen's presence.

Syssiah - Realizing the pair of slave drivers pushing their way through the mass of wretches rushing the feeding table would close the gap before her, the Zamorian princess lunged past her attackers and slide into the press of unwashed bodies.  The slave driver could only curse.

Niamh - But his curses rose to a sudden cry of surprise as the Pict chose that moment to strike at the distracted slaver's knee.  The red dirt of the pit rose to meet him before he could recover as the fool found himself momentarily on his hands and knees but relatively unharmed.


Ludvik - As the slaves around him screamed and scattered to safety near the wall stone the Hyperborean picked a side and followed.  Quickly dropping to one knee he renewed his hammering at the next slave's manacles but it would take more than one blow to dislodge the anchor pin.

Tibero - The slave driver had barely recovered from the ringing of his bell before the Aquilonian delivered the coup de grâce to his unprotected gut.  With a cry he sinks to the red dirt never to rise again.  Internal injuries will seep poison into his blood...the blind retribution of the slaves the only thing left to spare him from a slow, agonizing death.

Marduke - The end of his climb nearly at hand, Marduke and Sarajen a both poised to reach the Feeding Area.

Amalric - The Nemedian's hand-to-hand skills once again fail him as he tries for a deadly blow to the slaver's kidneys.  His grip on the scoundrel, however, does not slacken.

Nazarus - Nazarus recoils the leather braid, plays it back and forth in a lithe dance before suddenly striking toward Chang Jun once more....perilously close, the crack of the lash is nearly deafening in the Khitai's ear.

Speed Chart

Chang Jun - declare you actions for Segment 9 & 12

Everyone else - declare your actions for Segment 12

Nazarus, Archers, Slave Drivers & finally Slaves will go at the end of 12
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Niamh started to feel the blood lust well up in her as she saw the slaver in front of her drop to his hands and knees at the blow to his legs. She barely registered the other slaver doubling over and dropping at the blow from Tiberio. Sure, there was still turmoil to her left, but that was for others to deal with at the moment. For her, it was to finish the one in front of her.

She coiled up and unleashed what was, hopefully, a vicious blow to the slaver on his knees, driving her foot hard into his groin. Every single violation of her body ran through her mind as the blow landed.


20:42, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,1,4.  Haymaker (I imagined a brutal kick).

21:18, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,5.  Hit Location.

21:21, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 23 using 6d6 with rolls of 6,6,5,3,2,1.  Damage Haymaker (x2 Vitals).

Hit DCV 6-
A Haymaker takes an extra Segment to land so blow will not hit until the end of Turn 3 Segment 1.  Assuming the slave driver, who also goes this Segment, does not stand up and move out of range you should deliver a rather nasty blow.

I suspect your companions will help ensure he does not move out of the way...

EDIT: In fact, Tiberio stands atop the slaver, pinning him to the ground and poses a quick question while you wind up for your viscous kick...
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Tiberio moves to place one foot on the prone slaver arm and his other foot on the Slaver's neck. Applying pressure and concerned about the next step of the escape, assessing what the language the Slaver may understand.
"Where are the swords and shields?"

Seg 12

Hph : Attack Slaver 3 w Grab Arm and Neck and Squeeze
Hph : Speak

02:39, Today: Tiberio rolled 10,9,6 using 3d6,2d6,15-3d6 with rolls of 3,3,4,6,3,6,1,2.  Grab Squeeze v Slaver 3, Loc, 2d6 N, OCV 15.
Hit DCV 6, Loc Chest, 3 BODY 9 STUN N

12,11,3




SD3 Grabbed, 1/2 DCV for all attackers, -3 OCV vs Tiberio
Tiberio: Grabber, 1/2 DCV for all attackers besides SD3, full OCV vs SD3

Tiberio has become intimately familiar will the various slave drivers during his month in the Red Pit, often at the abusive end of a lash or a cudgel.  This murderer from Koth speaks Kothic and Ophirian, possibly a smattering of other nearby languages.  What language do you choose?

Please make a PRE attack at +1d6

This quick conversation will take no time, you still have a 1/2 Phase to use when you choose. Nevermind, Grab was an attack, duh

Language: Ophirian, Fluent conversation is the language Tiberio uses to speak to the Slaver.

PRE attack
18:02, Today: Tiberio rolled 10 using 4d6 with rolls of 3,1,1,5.  PRE v Slaver.

With the fear of death in his eyes the craven points to the highest level of the Pit and answers simply, "The Ear"

All characters are familiar with the cave in the wall of the Pit between the Scree Field and the Edge (freedom) which is commonly referred to as The Eunuch's Ear.  Night after night you have jealously watched Abdibaal and his vermin retreat to the opening, with a warm glow of a fire within while you and your fellow slaves have huddled in the cold and elements.  It is no surprise that reserves of weapons might be kept there...

See Game Map for location of The Eunuch's Ear, it is located 5m up the wall normally with access by rope ladders that are unrolled and dropped to the floor of the Scree Field (though these are pulled up each night to prevent bold slaves from attempting acts of murder on their sleeping wardens)

Update: On his Phase SD3 rolled 2 Body attempting to escape from your Grab.  Roll to maintain or choose to release him.

12:15, Today: Tiberio rolled 7 using 2d6 with rolls of 2,5.  Maintain Grab STR 10. 2 BODY
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Marduke reaches the top of the ladder and advances to an open area. Taking his new pick in hand, he unleashes an attack targeting both SD2 and SD3.

Starting at CC15, 9m/10m.
Finish climb 1m, move to Z14.
Unleash Storm of Steel vs SD2 & SD3.
2 PSL vs Hit Locations.
OCV 7 DCV 4
END 20/40

22:16, Wed 01 May: Marduke the Red rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,3.  Pick tricks 12- for Storm of steel . Success.

22:16, Wed 01 May: Marduke the Red rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,6.  Pick tricks 12- for CSLs . Success.


05:13, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 4 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 5,4,3.  Pick attack vs SD 2. Hit.
05:14, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 9 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 3,5.  Hit Location. Shoulder (x3 STUN)
05:14, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 3 using 2d6-1 with rolls of 2,2.  A-P Pick damage.
Does 3 BODY, 9 STUN A-P vs SD 2

05:12, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 1 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 5,5,5.  Pick attack vs SD 3. Miss.

Won't really matter here but you'll need to roll for each Combat Skill Level to see if it activates.  That way not just an "all or nothing"; hopefully at least 1 will always activate.

You'll spend END x3: once for attack on SD 2, once for empty hex between slave drivers, once for SD 3.

SD 2 leathers are ripped at the shoulder from a small gash
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(Segment 9)

Tiring of the constant near misses of Nazarus's whip, Chang Jun makes a move to put an end to it. Jumping up he land a foot on the head of the slaver directly in front of him, using that as he leaps over the other slavers and lands in front of Nazarus.

08:42, Today: Chang Jun rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,3.  Acrobatics 12-.
Using Improved Leaping.

(Segment 12)

Attacks Nazarus.

Martial Throw 08:51, Today: Chang Jun rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Attacks (5+11=16). Hit DCV 7
08:55, Today: Chang Jun rolled 10 (with 3 body) using 2 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Damage from throw (no velocity).

Where do you want to throw Nazarus?

Down on the table with all the slaves around. Hopefully they will take the hint.
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Sarajen - Segment 12

Sarajen could already see the head and shoulders of the task master above him. Encouraged by the fact that he was so high on the wall already, he spurred his ascent even faster. Fortunately for him, there was a space at the top where he could climb undisturbed, except for the archers, of course. He not only heard the all-too-familiar whizzing of the fletching as it cut the air, he felt and heard the impact of the crudely made utilitarian arrow heads. He really needed to get his hands on one of those bows.

OOC:
Sarajen will continue the climb, and get up on hex CC11. If he has enough time he will stand up and attempt to grab the slaver (slaver 8) over his head, then throw him down into the pit below. If he doesn't have enough time to make an attack, he will try to remain silent and low to the ground so as not to draw too much attention to himself as the fight goes on around him. Let me know what's possible. I'll roll to Attack if he has the time.

Here's the rolls:

Climbing:
13:41, Today: Sarajen rolled 10 using 3d6 ((2,5,3)).
Looking good. A solid roll.

Staying Safe (Keeping full DCV):
13:41, Today: Sarajen rolled 9 using 3d6 ((3,1,5)).
Another good climbing roll to keep his wits about him.

Staying Sneaky:
13:42, Today: Sarajen rolled 17 using 3d6 ((5,6,6)).
Oh oh! Sarajen has a made an embarrassing stealth "faux pas". As he finishes his climb, the manacles slide off his shoulders, falling on to the rocky ground by his feet where the metal rings loudly. It would be hard for anyone nearby not to notice it. Sarajen is glad they didn't fall on his feet. That would have hurt.

Even though he is focused on Chang Jun, Slave Driver 5 happens to notice Sarajen's clumsy scramble over the edge.

Sarajen does not have Surprise but that it all.  You have only used a 1/2 Phase to Move, you still have a 1/2 Phase to attack if you so choose.  You do not need to have dropped the manacles, not like you rolled an 18 or anything.  Your choice.
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The manacles falling loudly was just roleplaying theater. No worries. =)

A wicked grin on his face, Sarajen takes advantage of the distractions in the fight to attempt to grab the task master from his belt and back of the neck, then throw him into the pit below to fall to his doom and suffer the cruel retribution of the slaves he once punished.

OOC:
Sarajen will attempt to grab slaver 5 (Yeah, not 8. I see now the numbers are below the tokens.)


18:39, Today: Sarajen rolled 2 using 11+4-3d6 ((6,3,4)).
Eh... Hits DCV 2. Maybe it hit. I don't know. -1 for Grab is already included.

Current OCV: 4 (5-1), DCV: 3 (5-2)

The slave driver focuses his attention on the wily old man and is ready for his grab.

Miss...barely
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Syssiah, now only threatened by the move of the fighting crowd, looked around, to find something useful, such as a weapon, or a heavy tool. She knew she was no physically matching the slavers, but a sneaky move could make a difference once equiped...

The only implements immediately available are rocks...many, many rocks of various shapes and sizes strewn about.

Syssiah sees a chunk of limestone near at hand (see Reference Thread, last post for stats)
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Segment 9
Chang Jun - A mighty leap, including a light step on a stunned slaver's head, carries the Khitai warrior to the leader of the slave drivers.

Sarajen - The old man's attempt to grapple with the slave driver fails but the pair square up and begin to test one another's reflexes.  Looking for an opening.

Chang Jun - Surprise barely registers on Nazarus' evil countenance before a quick sweep from Chang sends the slavemaster crashing to the feeding table.  Piles of stale bread scatter, kettles of warm swill topple to spill their meager contents into the red soil.

Niamh - The Pict winds up for a powerful kick...

Ludvik - Another swing and the pin moves further but stubbornly resists falling free.  The Hyperborean curses and prepares to hammer the manacle again.

Tibero - The Aqulionian's threats earn him his reward; the extra weapons lie in the Eunuch's Ear.  Now to cross the Slave Area, then the Scree Field and ascend the rope ladders.  All while under fire from the trio of archers...and assuming Abdibaal does not order his mercenaries to haul up or cut the ladders first...

Marduke - The red-haired Vanir swings the familiar weapon with ease if not with the deadly results he desired.  One slave driver is slightly injured, the other dancing back before being impaled by the mining tool.

Amalric - In frustration Amalric continues to struggle with the slaver; neither able to gain the upper hand.

Nazarus - The Whip rolls lightly to the side, turning the fall from Chan into a move to bring his feet to the ground and face to face with Chang.  The truncheon in his off-hand swings wildly but Chang easily avoids the club.

Archers - Three more shafts fly as the trio appear to focus upon those attacking the leather clad slave drivers.  A slave across the table from Chang cries out as one shaft pierces his thigh; he only manages to remain upright by grabbing the table for support.  Behind Nazarus a second thrall grabs an arm sliced open by a barbed arrowhead.  Sarajen sidesteps the final missile, the slave standing behind him does not.  The fellow simply slumps down, hands holding uselessly to the red stain spreading across his belly.  There is little to be done for him.

Slave Drivers - the Six slavers fight for their lives against the instigators of the uprising.  Sarajen's opponent misses as do Marduke's as his original is joined by a second slaver who moves to close ranks.  The brute Chang leaped over spins and manages to clip the Khitai across the back of his skull.  Likewise Tiberio takes a truncheon in the midsection as one of the reserve slavers moves forward to assist his comrade held down by the horsemaster.  The Aquilonian can find no release as the vermin held under heel shifts suddenly and manages to wiggle free.  With a wicked sneer, confident now that the odds are even, the coward rises to meet Tiberio anew.  Meanwhile Amalric's opponent remains locked in the Nemedian's grip.
Chang Jun takes (12 STUN - DEF) x2 STUN to the Head, BODY will be negated
Tiberio takes (11 - DEF) x1 1/2 STUN to the Stomach, BODY will be negated
Don't believe either of you will be Stunned but let me know if I'm incorrect

Syssiah - At first the Zamoran slips between a pair of slaves, halting, blending in, waiting.  When the pair of guards push their way through to close the gap in the line, Syssiah waits for her opportunity...but as the slaver moves forward and strikes Tiberio she likewise rushes the slaver.  His attention only upon his opponent, the attack from his side is a surprise and Syssiah manages enough pressure to a knee to send the brute to the dirt.
Slave Driver 7 is prone

Slaves - The riled masses continue their ascension to the Feeding Area, one having climbed the ladder launches herself at the slaver who had turned to swing at Sarajen but fails to grab hold of her tormentor.  Others who have already grabbed their meager sustenance from the table move away, wishing no part of the bloody conflict.

But...

When their overlord leaped upon the table, stood high to strike at Chang and the others with him, those starving wretches who had not yet eaten had moaned in fear for the safety of their sustenance.  In one quick motion, Chang Jun brought this dread to full realization.  A cry of anguish erupts around the giant table, frustration, desperation, hopelessness all given voice as the unwashed masses see their food disappearing into the dirt.  Without thought they lash out, surging to grab at master and slave alike.  Nazarus and Chang Jun find themselves the target of nearly a dozen slaves enraged at the loss of the single measly pleasure allowed them each day.  As one they attack.
Nazars and Chang are grabbed at by several slaves but the weakened men and woman are unable to hold on.  So far.

Slaves with red outline are enraged.  Currently they are only attacking Nazarus and Chang Jun

Speed Chart

Post Segment 12
Everyone takes a Recovery

Segment 1

Niamh - As the craven rises before Tiberio, Niam's calloused foot meets his nethers in bone-jarring fashion.  The fellow topples to the side, unable to do more than squeal as a trapped rabbit might.  Even this sound wains as does his consciousness.
Slave Driver 3 is unconscious

Segment 3
Chang Jun goes

Segment 4
Everyone else declare your actions
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SEGMENT 4

Seeing the table gives Marduke an idea. Conserving his strength, he swings his pick at a single opponent (SD 6) and pierces his whip hand.


03:38, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,1,6.  CSL, Pick Tricks skill roll 12-.
03:38, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,4,3.  CSL, Pick Tricks skill roll 12-.

03:41, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 3 using 18-3d6 with rolls of 5,6,4.  Hit SD 6, OCV 7.
Hits DCV 3
03:42, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 5 using 2d6-1 with rolls of 4,2.  Pick damage.
03:41, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 6 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 3,2.  Hit Location. Hand
SD 6 takes 5 BODY, 5 STUN A-P in the hand

END 25/40
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The truncheon landed and stung. It took a moment to breathe and push through th e pain. It was a sign, however, the swift and brutal kick to the Slaver.. it made it worth the sacrifice. The horse trader's mind now churned for ideas for getting inot the Ear.

A quick look showed this was the corner to keep against the line.


Seg 4

Hph : Attack Slaver 7 w Truncheon 3 d6 N Strike, Body shot -1 OCV 2 d6+4 15 OCV
Hph :

12:51, Today: Tiberio rolled 13,10,-1 using 2d6+4,3d6,15-3d6 with rolls of 5,4,1,6,3,5,5,6.  Strike Slaver 7 Loc, Truncheon, OCV 15.
Hit DCV -1   

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Chang Jun ignores the other slaves and takes a swing at Nazarus, unfortunately all the grasping hand throw off his aim and the punch misses.

15:55, Today: Chang Jun rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,6.  Martial Punch on Nazarus (11+5=16). Hit a whole 1

Sarajen grins at the slaver's alertness, and shrugging his shoulders in fake innocence and in mockery at him. This was not one of the many slavers with whom he had the displeasure of sharing time, but he didn't give it a second thought. The man had made his choice, and he had reaped his reward. Or he was about to.

Swinging the manacles in circles before him, he looks for an opening and... lashes low at the slaver's legs hoping to pull them from under his own weight.

Sarajen attempts a trip attack to force the slaver over the edge of the precipice.

Improvised Weapon and Trip OCV Penalties: -2
Trip DCV Penalties: -2

Final OCV/DCV: 3/3

14:45, Today: Sarajen rolled 4 using 14-3d6 with rolls of 3,2,5.  Trip Attack.

Nice. Hits DCV 4. I believe this will actually hit for the Trip. Tripping allows Sarajen to drop his target anywhere within 2m of his present location. Sarajen will try to send him packing down the precipice (since he's so conveniently standing right next to the edge).

Segment 4

Niamh glanced at Tiberio and gave him a nod for his efforts, satisfaction clear on her face. The filthy woman reached down and grabbed a weapon from the slaver she had struck, moving forward in line with the other slaves to meet the retaliating slavers. She did not understand the language Tiberio used when speaking to the slave that she put down. She did have an inkling of where he pointed, however. A place called The Eunuch's Ear.

"Slay your masters and eat your fill!," she cried at the crowd in Kothic. "Kill them and never hunger again!"

(OOC: Moving to Y15, picking up his weapon if available, will attack with the newly retrieved weapon if allowed)

His truncheon lay where his numbed fingers had dropped it.

Now it is yours
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Syssiah grabs a stone as heavy as possible and whacksit on the tripped slaver head with all her strength.

OOC :

06:30, Today: Syssiah rolled 8 (with 2 body) using 3 with the Hero (Champions) system.  OCV Roll. OCV is 5+11-8 = DCV 8 to HIT.

Damage :
06:31, Today: Syssiah rolled 9 (with 3 body) using 3 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Power:  Fighting Tricks: Improvised Weapons 13- . Improvisation! works.


06:33, Today: Syssiah rolled 15 (with 5 body) using 5 with the Hero (Champions) system.  Damage Roll with picked stone. AP damage.

How are you using your Fighting Trick?

Location roll?

Please don't switch to Champions die roller, would prefer to keep setting for game which will show individual die rolls.  My understanding is Champions setting does not do killing dmg correctly.
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Fighting Trick is mandatory  to Use Improvisation! Power.

SOrry, forgot Location roll.

Here it is.


16:37, Today: Syssiah rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,6,2.  Location Roll.

Segment 3

Chang Jun - The Khitai warrior tries to focus on his foe but the sudden rush of maddened slaves prevents him from reaching Nazarus.


Segment 4

Sarajen - Age and wisdom conqueror youth and short-sightedness; as the slaver raises his club to block a high swing the thief instead sweeps his feet out from under him.  The brute's fingers leave trails in the red dust as he vainly tried to avoid the fall.  Tries and fails.  Landing hard atop a frightened slave, the pair collapse en mass not far from Amalric and his own antagonist.  Both the slaver and the slave are momentarily too stunned to do more than lay and groan.
Slave Driver failed DEX roll to avoid fall, banged up and STUNNED
Slave got hit by slave driver and is also STUNNED

Syssiah - The Zamoran princess looks hastily for anything to strike the prone slaver with, espying a large chunk of limestone within easy reach.  Hefting the rock overhead she slams the clod into the fool's back as he made to rise.  The hunk of sediment shatters as it drives her target to the ground.
Fighting Trick used for this encounter to increase damage and add armor-piercing to attack
Slaver is now both STUNNED and PRONE

Niamh - Scrambling  forward the savage retrieves the unconscious slaver's truncheon and looks for the next corpse-in-waiting who dared block her path.
Truncheon stats listed in References thread

Ludvik - With another blow the next slave is freed.  However now that Ludvik looks around he finds most huddled in fear against the wall of the cliff; the brief arrow fire appearing to have dampened their fever for freedom.  Yet with so many others still pressing forward he is content to move to directly help in the fight.
Full move to stand next to Amalric

Tiberio - A quick swing fails to do more than glance from the slaver's leathers as he collapses completely under Syssiah's attack.  But given the opportunity the brute may yet clear his head and return to the fight.

Marduke - The slaver reacts to arcing mining tool automatically, bringing up his cudgel to try to block the blow.  And block it he does but with the flesh of his hand instead of shaped wood.  A bloody gash is his reward for his foolishness.
No armor there, takes small bit of BODY and STUN

Amalric - Barely maintaining his hold Amalric is unable to do more against his opponent.
The die roller hates this character.  Hates him

Nazarus - [Language unknown: Oerpl!  Werou reantiand!] cries the Whip, seemingly overcome with rage that the wretches he has dominated should dare to lay hands upon him.  No room to use the lash he lays about with his truncheon instead.  The strike takes the woman in the shoulder, knocking her to her knees.
Slave is STUNNED

Speed Chart

Chang Jun please declare your actions.

Then Archers, Slave Drivers and Slaves will go
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Intent on ending Nazarus's evil Chang Jun, shrugging away from the enraged slaves he strikes out at Nazarus again.


09:37, Today: Chang Jun rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,1,6.  Martial Punch (5+11=16 OCV). Hit DCV 5-

09:40, Today: Chang Jun rolled 17 (with 5 body) using 4 with the Hero (Champions) system with rolls of 4, 6, 5, 2.  Damage from Punch.

17 Stun 5 Body

Location?

09:12, Today: Crom, on behalf of Chang Jun, rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,6.  Location.
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Chang Jun - His foe momentarily distracted, Chang stays focused and lands a solid fist in the center of Nazarus' chest.  The Whip is forced to step back from the force of the blow as air leaves his lungs audibly.  He recovers quickly, his wicked eyes focused on Chang alone now.

Archers - As the melee becomes a maelstrom of enraged slaves the Pelishtim archers curse and fire wildly into the crowd, hoping to thin the ranks.  Only the one already focused on Chang maintains his target but to no avail as his shaft falls short, passing completely through the gut of a wretch from Orphir.  She collapses without a sound but another near at hand screams as her thigh streams red from a major artery.  Another screams as the broad-head slashes a calf but does nothing to squash the rage.

Slave Drivers - Niamh & Tiberio's target can only shake his head, trying to recover his wits while the remainer of the dwindling slavers swing wildly with little effect.

Slaves - Slaves throw themselves upon two of the slave drivers near Chang and Marduke, grabbing hold and refusing to let go.  Another leaps upon the slaver just rising from his fall by Sarajen. The slavers are unharmed...for the moment.  More slaves scramble over the edge of the Feeding Area; catching their breath for a moment from the climb.
3 Slave Drivers now have one or two Slaves clinging to them, Grabbed.

Speed Chart

All but Chang please declare your actions.

Slave drivers with a Fist icon are Grabbed & at 1/2 DCV.
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Marduke tries to take advantage of the grabbed slaver, but cannot connect with both his present target and the grabbed one (avoiding skewering a fellow slave was an important consideration). Instead, he manages to connect with his foeman who foolishly threw up his Other hand to ward off the blow.


Pick tricks 12-(Storm of Steel), rolled 13 on 3d6)
Pick tricks 12-(CSLs), rolled 8,11 on 3d6,3d6
Attack 5 on 18-3d6. Hits DCV 5.
Hit Location 6 on 2d6+1. Hand.
Damage 6 on 2d6-1.
Attack does 6 BODY 6 STUN A-P vs SD 6

END 20/40.
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Niamh takes a swing with her newly acquired truncheon at the slaver (#6), noting the presence of the large Vanaheimer beside her.


11:27, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,1.  Hit Location. Stomach x1.5
11:26, Today: Niamh rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,4.  N Damage.
11:21, Today: Niamh rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,6,3.  Strike (Truncheon). Hits DCV 3

Sarajen watches the battle from his vantage point. The slavers are surrounded from all sides, and there too many slaves for them to subdue. The big guy with the whip is squaring off with Chang Jun, and not doing too well. But he has ... a whip. That would make getting around here so much easier. Sarajen thought to himself, "I must have it."

He hopped on the balls of his feet to measure how much spring he had in his legs. His knees and ankles were sore, unused but still spry. With his confidence renewed, he faced Nazarus, evaluated the position of the slaves before him, then took a step back to jump on the backs/shoulders of the slaves before him to propel himself in a somersaulting vault over Nazarus' head, swinging the chain to strike at him, and aiming to land on the open space on the table, where he would turn to face the fight.

OOC: Ok, lots of stuff happening here.

The idea here is to do a move-by (-2 OCV/-2 DCV) on a 6m leap, and land on the table (Hex X10).

Here's the attack roll (including the penalties):
18:29, Today: Sarajen rolled 4 using 11+5-2-3d6 with rolls of 3,2,5.  Move-By Attack.
DCV 4: I hope that hits him.

I am thinking the Manacles have a STR min of 3, so even with half-STR, Sarajen isn't loosing any power from the weapon. And the short distance jumped does not really add anything to the attack either. So it's really more like a casual "slap-by".

So, for damage, 1/2D6 KA:
18:35, Today: Sarajen rolled 3 using 1d3.  Manacle Attack.
18:35, Today: Sarajen rolled 3 using 1d3.  Stun Multiplier.
Wow! Max damage. Not bad for a crazy jump. =)

Not sure where the Hit Location would be: Head Shot? High Shot?

I think I may need an Acrobatics Roll, but not sure. So I am including one just to be safe:
18:31, Today: Sarajen rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Awesome Combat Leap.
He has a 13-, made it by 4. Pretty good.

Do you need me to roll a "landing" to hit roll to land where he's aiming on the table?

Stun multiplier is determined by Location hit.  Since you didn't declare High Shot or Body Shot or anything roll normal Location with 3d6.

Also you're not at half STR, only -2
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As the slaver goes down, Syssiah steps back a few, and looks around, her high pitched voice piercing the yellings.

"Your torturers are dying ! Raise people ! Be free again ! Join us and escape !" she calls for the other slaves that are just observing the scene.

Is this meant to be...
- persuasive/commanding?  Roll Persuasion or Oratory
- PRE attack?  Roll PRE-attack
- just holding your actions?

OOC :

07:43, Today: Syssiah rolled 20 (with 5 body) using 4 with the Hero (Champions) system.  PRE Attack.
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Fury is contagion. The horse trader raised the truncheon and brought it down, then up, then down again. The rush of pent up anger caused a frenzy the Aquilonian had never before experienced.


Seg 8

Fph : Attack Slaver 7 w Truncheon 3 d6 N Strike, 3 Multiple Attacks OCV 12

03:30, Today: Tiberio rolled 12,12,2 using 3d6,3d6,12-3d6 with rolls of 6,4,2,1,6,5,3,6,1.  Slaver 7 Multiple Attack Truncheon 1 of 3 OCV 12

03:31, Today: Tiberio rolled 8,8,1 using 3d6,3d6,12-3d6 with rolls of 5,1,2,4,2,2,2,6,3.  Slaver 7 Multiple Attack Truncheon 2 of 3 OCV 12

03:31, Today: Tiberio rolled 11,16,-1 using 3d6,3d6,12-3d6 with rolls of 5,1,5,6,6,4,4,4,5.  Slaver 7 Multiple Attack Truncheon 3 of 3 OCV 12

1 of 3, Hit DCV 2, Loc 12 Stomach 3 BODY,12 Stun N, Stomach 1.5x Stun after Def
2 of 3, Hit DCV 1, Loc  8 Arm, 3 BODY 8 STUN N, Arm /2 BODY /2 STUN after Def
3 pf 3 Miss
 

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Sarajen - The elder thief of Koth displays the reflexes which have kept him alive for so many years, bounding cat-like betwixt stunned slaves and surprising both Nazarus and Chen as he leaps high.  The Whip takes a swung manacle to his lash-arm, below the shoulder where his leathers do not cover.  A thin line of blood begins to drip as the villain of the Red Pit curses.
Impressive, Nazarus is wounded in his arm for minor BODY/STUN dmg

Syssiah - Those pitiful peons, clustered away from the melee of the Feeding Table, have watched in fear and uncertainty as the uprising has grown.  Several of those same slavers who threatened or cuffed them when first blood was spilled now lie broken themselves.  Thus when the call of the Zamoran ring out above the sounds of conflict there is a weight to them that lacked earlier.  And this time there is none at hand to stifle a response.
All but the most sickly of the nearby mass of slaves take up the fight to be free

Naimh - The worn, smooth wood of the truncheon feels right in Naimh's grip as she swings the club with guile and force.  A feint high instead arcs low under the parry and lands solid in the gut of the slave driver.
Slave Driver takes STUN

Ludvik - While Amalric continues to wrestle with the slaver, Ludvik stalks forward, gripping the implement tightly.  As the pair on the ground roll he grimly strike down seeking to give the slaver a different kind of freedom.  The blow lands but without apparent effect.
Hit but no damage

Tiberio - Caught up in the wave of violence the Aquilonian swings brutally at the slave driver before him. Already sorely worn and upon his knee, the first blow sends him to the ground hardly conscious.  Those that fall afterwards ensure he will not rise again.
KO barely...then surely

Marduke - Red flows from the slaver's hand and along Marduke's weapon.  The man appears to barely stand as the wounds have built up.  Somehow the will to live keeps him upright; perhaps foolishly believing that the riled wretches upset at the loss of their sustenance by Chang Jun will turn the tide.  Such is the desperate hope of the lost.
Whittling him down, nearly gone

Amalric - In frustration Amalric releases the slaver he has fought with and rises.  Both hands gripped above his head he seeks to drive his foe to the ground as he seeks to meet the Nemedian on his feet.
Haymaker, will land on 9

Nazarus - Surrounded.  Trapped.  Much as a rat might the Whip can only lash out at his attackers in the slim hope that he might carve a path to freedom with the help of the archers above.
miss
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Speed Chart

The tide shows its inevitability, all that remains it to complete the task.

Segment 9 - Chang Jun declare your actions and we will see the results (if any) of Amalric's Haymaker

Segment 12 - Everyone else have at them
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Chang Jun watched  the old mans feat of acrobatics, "[Language unknown: PEIOMEPOSI WA PREON. THE DAY AS BE LAIO NAHI BUTPROLESVIR.]" Chang Jun then returns his attention to Nazarus lashing out with another punch.

22:00, Today: Chang Jun rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,5.  Martial Punch (5+11=16 OCV)

Hit 8 or less DCV.

22:03, Today: Chang Jun rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,5.  Hit Location. Chest

22:05, Today: Chang Jun rolled 11 using 4d6 with rolls of 2,4,1,4.  Damage. 11 stun 3 Body

Nazarus will still be standing after this hit.

What will Chang's action on Segment 12 be?
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Marduke buries his pick into the Slave Driver's stomach, eviscerating him. He howls a Northern War Cry to demoralize his foes.

21:41, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,1.  Pick tricks 12- for CSL.

21:41, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Pick tricks 12- for CSL.

21:41, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,6.  Pick tricks 12- for Storm of Steel.
2 CSLs activate, no on Storm of Steel


21:47, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 9 using 18-3d6 with rolls of 2,6,1.  Hit SD 6, OCV 7.
hits DCV 9

21:47, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 3 using 2d6-1 with rolls of 2,2.  2d6-1 HKA damage.
21:47, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 12 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 5,6.  Hit Location.

Damage 3 BODY 12 STUN A-P

OOC: PRE attack is 3d6. What modifiers do I get?


+1d6 for violent action though Slaver only took 2 Body thanks to his leathers.  Still down though so that's what matters
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Niamh keeps her guard up, and shouts into the crowd of slaves. "[Language unknown: "Wi! I ri handta. Attenc t ev lame evrom! Tho ilil eltewe!,"]" she cries in Kothic, first, trying to get at least some of the crowd to start driving up and out of the Pit.

She shouts it again in Aquilonian, "[Language unknown: "Ll elart thionsres. Newiwe is hohe ourin tha! Moar ta atianyver!"]"

(OOC: Trying to spur movement up and out of the Pit)

Sarajen is ecstatic that his jump gambit was easy to finish. The familiar strength of his legs was coming back as he began to shake off the slave mentality that was so easy to fall into in The Pit.

He turned to face Chang Jun, grinning, and was about to utter a clever quip, when Chang Jun said something to him. Something... he didn't understand. His grin just hung for an instant, then he nodded and replied. [Language unknown: "U our ta la ol heanie. Hi plseen orehouectnotnti p ure we man sawapl, ekstr Li sa seerwial iou noofou nther li dayconenc es terprotha."]

With that, he bowed low and swung the manacles at Nazarus' legs in order to force him to fall heavily on the ground. The slaves would finish the taskmaster in due time once he was vulnerable.

... and he would have the whip.

OOC: Alright. I was not expecting a language barrier with Chang Jun, too bad. =)
Perhaps there are other languages we share in common.

So, the fight:

Sarajen's intentions are, again, to trip the big guy so that the slaves would have an easy way to grab him and pummel him into unconsciousness. Typical Trip combat penalties apply: -1 OCV / -2 DCV.

Here's the rolls:

08:55, Today: Sarajen rolled -2 using 11+5-1-3d6 with rolls of 6,5,6.  To Hit for Trip.
And that's a "whiff".

I don't think I need to roll any further. =)

By the way, the half-strength on the move-by is the maneuver itself. You can only use 1/2 your STR on a move-by for damage, so I figure with the -2, Sarajen was at 8, but half of that, 4, was still plenty to manage the STR-Min of 3 on the manacles. Hence my comment.
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Tiberio looks around ] sees the crush, looks behind, then up.

Seg 12
Fph: Move 12 m towards the next ladders up to the next level

Syssiah notices Tiberio moving up, and she follows him, wanting to get out of here as fast as possible, while the chaos and violence go on on this level.

Seg-12

Chang Jun wants to badly finish this fight with Nazarus, so he attempts to end it quickly with a killing blow. Unfortunately the gods are not favoring him at the moment and the attempt fails.

Segment 9

---

Chang Jun - Another strike to Nazarus' body and the Master of Slavers breathes heavily and with some strain.
The Whip takes more STUN

Amalric - A powerful blow to the mid-section sends the slaver he had so long struggled with into the red dirt.  There is a feeble attempt to rise but no more; the scoundrel has found his final resting place.
Haymaker to Stomach, KO

Segment 12

---

Sarajen - The elderly man follows his acrobatic leap with a swing of the manacles at Nazarus' feet but they clip the table on the down-stroke and the shot is fouled.
miss

Syssiah - Hesitates, uncertain now that the immediate foes are beaten.

Chang Jun - Seeing his foe weakening the Khitai strikes for a finishing blow but The Whip is not yet beaten and manages to avoid the attack.
miss

Niamh - Seeking to direct the chaos, Niamh shouts for her fellow slaves to reach the next level of the Pit.
This was a 0-phase action, you may still take an action prior to your next phase

Ludvik - As Amalric finished his opponent, the Hyperborean pushes forward to the brute still righting himself after his fall from above thanks to Sarajen.  But the press of slaves already attacking the man is too tight and his blow barely felt.
hit, 0 dmg

Tiberio - Perhaps heeding Niamh call, the horse-master skirts the enraged slaves and sprints towards the next ladder.  Seeing this, Syssiah moves to follow.  Close to the wall they are protected from the archers above and ahead of any slaves with the same goal in mind.

Marduke - Worn down by the giant Vanir's attacks, the slaver is unable to do more than watch as Marduke buries the pick into his guts.  The fellow slumps to the ground without a sound; his blood hardly noticeable as it mixes with the similar colored soil.
one less slaver

Amalric - Breathing heavily from his struggle with the first slaver, the Nemedian takes he awl from and strikes at the same slaver.  But the man's leathers manage to turn the blow from his shoulder without damage.
hit, 0 dmg

Nazarus - The Whip sees his death before him and fear shows in his eyes.  With a curse he shoves his way through the skeletons surrounding him.  Breaking free of the press he moves toward the ladder to the Slave Area.
a coward after all

Archers - Though the old thief standing atop the feeding table made a noticeable target the shaft flew well high and struck nothing but dirt when it landed on the level below.  A second shaft thudded into the table itself while another erupted from a nearby slave's chest.
2 misses, 1 slave killed near table

Slave Drivers - Their numbers dwindling, cursing their fleeing leader, the remaining taskmasters of the Red Pit swing wildly against the hands that grab and seek to close upon their throats.  1 slave falls but the rest continue unabated as the tide continues to wear down the stones.

Slaves - The enraged masses continue their assault, a group of 3 or 4 now clinging to each of the remaining slave drivers.  Individually their blows do little but together they continue to wear upon the hated men.  Meanwhile those starving wretches at the feeding table split, some chasing after the fleeing whip while the rest continue to lash at Chang and now Sarajen who stands atop what should have been their nourishment.  Sarajen fells bony fingers grab and scratch at his leg while another manages to leap upon Chang Jun's back.  Finally some slaves do follow Niamh's suggestion, trailing Syssiah and Tiberio as they move toward the ladder leading up to the Slave Area.
Both Sarajen and Chang are Grabbed, squeeze dmg to Sarajen 12, squeeze dmg to Chang 7 - please apply your defenses
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Speed Chart

Post-12
Everyone take your post-12 recovery

Segment 1-3
Niamh you may use your full Phase delay any time up until Phase 4, simply declare which Segment you will act and what you attempt

Segment 3
Chang Jun - you are Grabbed by 1 slave & at 1/2 DCV, declare your actions

Segment 4
Everyone - continue your battle for freedom, Sarajen you are Grabbed by 1 slave and at 1/2 DCV


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Tiberio stays near the walls and runs to the ladder

Seg 4
Fph: Move 12 m towards the next ladder up
 > Q11 > R10 > Q9 > P8 > Q7 > N6

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Syssiah follows the man that seems to have a plan to escape this hellish place. She does it as fast and silently as she can.

After Defenses, Sarajen takes no damage from the "squeeze".

Sarajen heads to pursue the big guy, but finds himself accosted by an angry slave.

[Language unknown: "Cese rat ei seilstng ekto o?! Omfi ear leek di etie etwhe es hiin. Hi pleau llieli, ndetck whder ut thihatove po founll."]

Aiming to jump off the table and onto open ground, he pulls away from the slave as best as he can.

OOC: STR check
22:05, Today: Sarajen rolled 9 using 3d6 ((4,3,2)). Is a STR check alright? Did you want to do a BODY pip comparison?

If he can pull away from the Slave, he'd like to jump to AA9, assuming his jumping half-move is enough to cover the distance. Otherwise, he'll hold his remaining half-phase for any opportunity.

Edit:

Yes, a Body Pip count is necessary. Here come the rolls:
18:30, Today: Sarajen rolled 3 (with 1 body) using 1 with the Hero (Champions) system.  First full die.
18:30, Today: Sarajen rolled 4 using 1d6.  Half a die.

Total is: 2 Body for Escape Attempt
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Marduke roars in frustration of Nazarus running away. He presses an attack on SD-2, hoping to force his way through the crowd. His pick sinks deep into the slave driver's arm as Marduke pushed through.

Pick tricks 12-, rolls 8 & 11 on 3d6. Both CSLs activate.

18-3d6 = 6 for pick attack with OCV 7. Hits DCV 6.

Hit location 8 on 2d6+1. Arm.

Damage 9 on 2d6-1. Attack does 9 BODY, 18 STUN A-P.
1/2 phase attack
1/2 phase move
Marduke uses casual Strength of 14 to force his way through the slaves.
Ends up in U11.
END 20/40.

Recall that attacking ends your Turn.  You cannot attack and then move unless you have a Talent (power built as a Trigger to Teleport, must cover intervening space, trigger is attacking)
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Niamh calls out to Marduke in Cimmerian, [Language unknown: "He rat omeionith, ss rebe us om ratstakor!"]

Then calls out in Kothic to the massed and angry crowd in front of her as she starts moving toward it, giving encouraging pushes and shoves to get their attention away from the food and, instead, toward freedom. [Language unknown: "U res ieoffi nawi ear ulei teraticon. N! A! M ovepo bleprotha!"]

OOC: She is starting to move toward the ladders with Tiberio and Syssiah, trying to drive the crowd toward them, as well...and, hopefully, away from Sarajen and Chang Jun.

Are you forgoing your Full Phase Delay from Segment 12 and just taking your Segment 4 action?  Your call just wanted to be sure

PRE roll of 15 to influence and redirect crowd.
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Chang Jun's anger flares as the slave grabs him allowing Nazarus to escape his punishment. [Language unknown: "OF URESOMOER!"]

OOC: Uses Martial Escape to to extricate hiimself from the slave who grabbed him.

20:52, Today: Chang Jun rolled 14 using 5d6 with rolls of 1,4,1,6,2.  Roll for Martial Escape.
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Chang Jun - A sharp, sudden spin and a curse few in the Red Pit could understand, Chang Jun deposits the fool who held him to the ground and stands free once more.

Martial Escape succeeds.

Sarajen - The old man find that a tanned Kothian woman clinging to his leg.  Try as he might he is unable to extricate himself from her grasp.
Fail to escape from Grab, still 1/2 DCV

Niamh - Niamh lashes out at the mob attacking those at the feeding table; reminding them of their oppression at the hands of Abdibaal, Nazarus and their lackeys.  Many slow, turn to listen, the hate in their eyes uncertain for a moment....but not completely mitigated.  But the Pict does not stand idle while doing so, passing those enraged masses as she moves toward the next ladder.
PRE attack over listeners' PRE, <PRE+10, the crowd hesitates, may only use 1/2 Phase on their next action

Ludvik - Hard eyes watch as the desperate slaver is set-upon by more slaves.  With a curse, Ludvik leaves the dog to those he had tormented.  Taking the haft of the hammer in his teeth, he climbs the ladder towards the Feeding Area.
Full move, up ladder

Tibero - Closing the distance to the next ladder, the Aquilonian reaches the wooden rungs ahead of all others.

Syssiah - The horse master's shadow for the moment, Syssiah joins him a the foot of the ladder.

Marduke - Marduke swings a savage blow into the slaver beside him, piercing through the bone of the man's arm and into his chest.  Those slaves clinging to him bear him to the ground as his blood begins to stain their rags and sack-cloth clothing.
SD2 dead, attacking ends your phase, see my note in your previous post

Amalric - Seeing the Hyperborean's actions, Amalric does likewise and begins the climb up and on to freedom.

Nazarus - The Whip out-distances the wretches that hound him but is not quick enough to reach the ladder first. Confronted by Tiberio and Syssiah, taking them to be mere slaves, Nazarus strikes out at Tiberio to knock him aside and clear his way up the ladder.  Tiberio, however, easily avoids the truncheon.
miss
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Speed Chart

Chang Jun declare your actions, then the Slave Drivers and Slaves will follow
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Growing even more disgusted with the slaves that surround him and the old man Chang Jun strikes out at the slave that had previously grabbed him.

OOC: Tien-hsueh Strike: 1/2 Phase, -1 OCV, +1 DCV,  2d6 NND, Strike

08:58, Today: Chang Jun rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,4.  Attack (11+5-1=15). Hit a 4 or less.

08:58, Today: Chang Jun rolled 8 using 2d6 with rolls of 5,3.  Damage. 8 Stun NND

09:03, Today: Chang Jun rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,5.  Hit Location.

09:05, Today: Chang Jun rolled 3 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 1,1.  Hit Location using rules in Martial Arts book. (Your Call on which to use)

Hit Location options are listed in the References thread along with options for Special Hit Location table.  If you wish to use the High Shot (2d6+1 for Location) declare it, take the -2 OCV penalty on the attack and roll to see if you hit.
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Chang Jun - The Khitai's anger lashes out at the crazed slave with a precise nerve strike to the chest.  The man (or boy, the harshness of the Pit having etched itself over the features to blur what came before) cries out and grabs at the location even as he drops to one knee.
Slave STUNNED

Archers - A sudden buzzing followed by a startled cry to beside them and Sarajen and Chang Jun realize another shaft has narrowly missed them, instead piercing the thigh of a slave adjacent to them both.  The other shafts are too high, sailing into the lower level of the Pit.  Now that those that remain have moved next to the wall there is only the unyielding dirt and stone to catch them.

Slave Drivers - Two lone slavers beat against the flood, both believing themselves to the be last.  The one below struggles to strike, determined to take those that will kill him to Hell as well...but he cannot.  The sweaty and dirty bodies are bearing him down.  His companion above manage a glancing blow but that it all.

Slaves - Pelishtim mercenaries mutter and curse in awe as a wave of climbers crests to ledge to the Feeding Area and cry out as they charge forward to join the melee of the feeding table.  Meanwhile those at the feeding table have paused, whether from Niamh's admonishment, Chang's savage reprisal, the strike of the arrows or none of these.  They appear to hover upon the edge of uncertainty...  The slave Chang stuck rises and backs away slowly.  Those who grapple with the remaining slave drivers, however, suffer from no such state.  More pile on to the struggling tormentors of the Pit, Ludvik glances back without pity as the brigand below gives a final, feeble cry the unwashed bodies cover him.  Only a single slaver remains, struggling to stave off fate for as long as possible.  As their oppressors fall, as they witness The Whip fleeing as a coward, a few uncommitted take heart, pick up their picks and shovels and join in the bloody rebellion.
1 more slaver dead, feeding table riot has paused, more slaves join the uprising, Chang's target recovers from stun
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Speed Chart

There is really only 1 last bit of trash to deal with in the Feeding Area.  Then comes the Slave Area above followed by the Scree Field above that.  Onward!  All but Chang Jun declare your actions
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Marduke moves at noncombat speed (24m ), pushing aside slaves with casual Strength at T-10 and Q-7, ending up in Q-7. His pick has a date with the Whip. To the one who spoke Cimmerian he says

Sarajen looks at the woman locking arms with his legs. She's angry, scared, and hungry. He understands.

As best as he can, he collects a bowl of food and some bread from the table.

Putting a gentle hand on her arm and using a patient and caring voice, he presents the food to her and says,

[Language unknown: "Be isio es urant wa. El p nceingwhi a wit iveec. Asnaer na to wityintio paos out hi in, ac daype icder has n. Ic nciv utto ectinesomtic i atect paol. O ome hiun sa, p whiic ckdi pe ngevli of k ceter ven ar atma ulchet, fickun wa leeve. Wa ha. Olpro. Ncewa wit ineno e k m La tr toweio evta eedi miunme?"]

Sarajen gives her ample space to take the food and make her decision.

OOC: Sarajen is trying to get her to release him with kindness.

Niamh cries out in Kothic, [Language unknown: "Encre to us hierpr ee arivti! Latth ilmoes loonwi mowh asnoin! Est hissa pr tio ur rowiusss plsi relaic!"]

She closes the distance to the group at the ladder, hoping to be part of the first wave to go up. [Language unknown: "Oreforall his we at! Olac comdinati ted atsiai!"], she yells as she meets the group.

(OOC: Moving to the ladder, still trying to redirect the crowd...

09:11, Today: Secret Roll: Niamh rolled 14 using 4d6 with rolls of 4,4,5,1.  PRE (redirect crowd)...kind of a 'meh' result)

Having reached the ladder, Tiberio looks back hearing the voice of his fellow slave, then seeing Nazarus, the hands let go the ladder, he turns, to block the way.


Seg 8
Fph: Hold action for Block.

19:26, Today: Tiberio rolled 6 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 5,1,4.  Seg 9 Block v Haymaker OCV 16.

Block OCV 6

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With Tiberio trying to block the way to the ladder, Syssiah found herself wooried. The slavers and some violent slaves were too close for her taste. SHe stepped back against the rock wall, readying herself to duck for cover or climb up the ladder as soon as it is possible.

OOC : delaying action for now.

Sarajen - The woman grabs at the offered food, holding it protectively as she draws back and begins to fill her mouth with the poor fare.
Sarajen is no longer GRABBED

Niamh - Barking orders to the slowly subduing crowd around the feeding table, the Pict reaches the cluster at the ladder where Nazarus strives to reach the next level and move closer to the mercenaries above.
PRE attack is 0 Phase action, a half move of only 4 meters brings you to the edge of the slaves who are chasing Nazarus. You have another half-phase available if you wish to do anything further before your next Phase on Segment 12.

Ludvik - The Hyperborean reaches the Feeding Area and shoves his way through the crowd to his left.
Full Move

Tiberio - Holding his ground at the base of the ladder, Tiberio prepares to meet The Whip's next move.

Syssiah - The Zamoran awaits to see what events will transpire before deciding on her next action.
Full Phase delay, declare when you will use before Segment 12

Marduke - With broad strides the Vanir sprints after the fleeing slavemaster following closely behind the Pictish woman who has spoken to him in Cimmerian.  An elbow shoves the slave between him an his prey aside, bringing him face-to-face with Nazarus the Whip.
Full move at non-combat velocity, 1/2 DCV until Segment 12

Amalric - Amalric makes it to the top of the ladder and pauses to espy the quickest route to join the other instigators of the rebellion.
Full move up ladder

Nazarus - Spittle flies as the desperate despot finds himself trapped.  Surrounded on all sides by enemies, his only hope of salvation the ladder up to bring him closer to the covering fire of the archers on the rim.  With a cry the Whip prepares a desperate swing, putting his entire weight behind the blow.
Haymaker at Tiberio, will land on Segment 9

Speed Chart

Chang Jun please declare your actions.

Niamh, Tiberio & Syssiah all have full or half Phases they can choose to use

Nazarus' haymaker will land on his Phase during this Segment
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 02:51, Thu 06 June 2019.

Tired of dealing with the crowd of slaves around him Chang Jun leaps over their heads and toward the wall.

15:45, Today: Chang Jun rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,4.  Acrobatics Roll.
Move to R10

Chang Jun - Astonished gasps are heard as the Khitai leaps to and then from the feeding table, clearing the heads of those surrounding he and Sarajen.
Full Move 8m, leaping

Tibero - The Aquilonian catches the baton whistling toward his head, using both hands to resist the mighty blow arcing toward his head.  A resounding CRACK as wood impacts wood is his reward followed by Nazarus' own weapon splitting from the blow.
Abort, block

Nazarus - All hope and will was channeled into his blow.  There is no surrender in The Whip's eyes, contempt still radiates from his countenance but with the gritting of teeth there is the glimmer of...acceptance.
haymaker blocked
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Speed Chart

Niamh & Syssiah still have half & full phase delays, may declare actions during Segment 10 or 11, else will loose actions and go normally during Segment 12.

All characters please declare your actions