T4 S9

Using the walls as a kick off point Chang Jun leaps over the creature in front of him and Niamh to strike from behind. This time he decides to go for a throw sending it crashing to the ground.

OOC: 11:39, Today: Chang Jun rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,2,3.  Acrobatics (Leaping).

11:43, Today: Chang Jun rolled 12,10,8 using 3d6,3d6,16-3d6 with rolls of 5,1,6,4,1,5,6,1,1.  Location, Damage, DCV hit.

Location 12 - Stomach, Damage 4 body, hit DCV 8 or less.

T4 S12

Chang Jun holds to see how his companions are fairing and if any other enemies are approaching from the darkness ahead.

OOC: Hold segment 12 action.

Segment 9
Chang Jun - The demon is unable to follow the Khitai's quick leap bringing him behind his opponent.  A hook and roll of his hips brings the monster to the bone covered floor, momentarily dazed.
Impairing Wound, Gidim 31 is Stunned

Segment 12
Syssiah - With the demon blocking the way down, the princess lightly skips across it's prone form, making way for the rest to follow.
half-move, Dodge

Chang Jun - Chang's steely gaze absorbs the scene, the Vanir and Aquilonian continue to hold back the flood.  The torchlight reveals no new nightmares as it extends further down the tunnel where Neferet was dragged screaming.  The sole remaining demon lies momentarily stunned at his feet.  And then he sees Naimh approach....
full phase delay

Naimh - Like a panther come upon a wounded lamb, so the Pict stalked forward, spear in hand.  There is no more mercy in her eyes than that of a jungle cat as she drives the point of her weapon through the creature's arm, hard enough that the bone separates cleanly though the ill-looking ooze that seeps afterwards is anything but clean.
Impairing Wound, creature looses an arm, takes BODY

Marduke - Marduke withdraws into the open space left by his companions ready then the simple-minded creatures close the distance once more.  Once again black ooze covered this work pick of the Red Pit; the creature that it came from stumbling but managing to remain upright from the impact of the blow.
Gidim 21 takes BODY

Tiberio - The horsemaster, always the last to withdraw, joins his norther companion and readies himself.
I'm assuming Tiberio will move with the group but will leave a half-phase delay to allow you to choose his actions

Gidim - The armless demon lets out several clicks and a dull moan, before rolling over and managing to rise to its knees.  There is some comfort to know that such nightmares must feel pain.  The hoard continues to snaps at the group's heels but manages aught for its efforts.
all misses or damage negated

You have clawed your way further down the horrid tunnel.  Farther than most would ever dare against such odds.  But you are not safe yet.

Take your Post-12 recover.
Gidim 31 is still Prone, I forgot to add the symbol.  1/2 DCV
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It had to be done, his rear was left open briefly, as the Aquilonian turned to advance to the narrow, finding it occupied, the scimitar flashed out, the shield pulled back.

T 4 Seg 12
hPh: Move, 2m Half Move > Y 7

T 5 Seg 1

hPh: Fast Strike, +2 OCV, +0 DCV, +2 DC, High shot 2d6+1, v Gidim 31

19:30, Today: Tiberio rolled 2,6,11 using 2d6,2d6+1,18-3d6 with rolls of 1,1,3,2,1,2,4.  T5 Seg 1, Scimitar 2d6, High shot,  18 OCV.
Hit DCV 11, CRIT DCV 4, Hand, 12 BODY 12 STUN


Tiberio turns and faces the oncoming enemy. The shield working in concert with the scimitar to deflect and weave in a steel slash.
[Language unknown: "As, ble, oun toev o m]"
In a blur of steel the hapless demon lies dead and broken upon the carpet of bone

Gidim 31 is dead

T 5 Seg 4

hPh: Move 4m > V 6
hPh: Defensive Strike, +1 OCV, +3 DCV, v Gidim

19:45, Today: Tiberio rolled 7,11,3 using d6+1,3d6,19-3d6 with rolls of 6,4,3,4,6,6,4.  Scimitar, 19 OCV.
Hit DCV 3, Chest, 7 BODY
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Marduke waits for space to back away. When the moment comes he steps back. To buy room he slices again at the rotting bodies still pressing in. He wields his pick with skill, not using more energy than he needs to.

1/2 phase move back
1/2 phase attack 5 OCV 6 DCV

23:03, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 9,13 using 3d6,3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4,3,5,5.  Pick tricks 13- for CSL, Pick tricks 13- for CSL. Both CSLs to +1 DC damage


23:04, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 3 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 1,6,6.  Attack OCV 5 DCV 6.

23:03, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 11,3 using 2d6+1,1d6+1 with rolls of 4,6,2.  Hit Location, HKA damage.

The blow hits a 3 DCV.
He does 3 BODY 9 STUN ARMOR-PIERCING to the chest.

Niamh takes the opportunity to push passed Syssiah to clear the way for Tiberio and Marduke.

moving to S5 or R6.

Segment 1-3
Chang Jun - Chang backs further down the tunnel, ready to support the frontline and guard against further incursion from the opposite side
still has full phase delay

Tiberio - Tiberio dispatches the maimed demon

Segment 4
Syssiah - The Zamoran princess makes room for all to move past the narrows and remains vigilant.
half move, Dodge

Niamh - Likewise the Pict remains on guard
half move, half phase delay

Marduke - Marduke passes the narrows and turns to await the press of the demons.  When it comes he deals a wicked scar across the chest of the first to press him.
Gidim 21 takes BODY

Tiberio - Planting himself once more with his companions, the Aquilonian readies for the assault.  As Marduke's strike brings the first attacker to a half Tiberio opens him from crotch to throat.
Impairing Wound, Gidim 21 is dead

Gidim - The creatures are further hampered by the narrow point in the tunnel.  Now only one may press the attack, into the flashing blades and sharp spear points of the group.  The first of their number pays dearly, cut down as soon as it approaches, the remaining appear unperturbed.  Lacking any fear or tactical consideration the demons continue their assault upon the invaders of their dark domain.
Only 1 can approach now and he was killed immediately
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The advantage now appears to be yours.  You could likely hold this position for hours, so long as no force came at you from the rear.  But what of Amunet and Nefert?  What dark fate awaits them now?  How long dare you tarry in these tunnels of the damned?

You are in position.  What will you do now?
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*facepalm*

Marduke changes tactics and tries to swing his pick at an outcropping above in an attempt to dislodge enough rock to cause a cave-in. He misses.


08:47, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 10,9 using 3d6,3d6 with rolls of 3,1,6,5,1,3.  Pick tricks 13- for CSL, Pick tricks 13- for CSL. Both CSLs to +1 DC.

08:48, Today: Marduke the Red rolled -1 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 5,6,6.  Attack vs ceiling.

T5 S5

Chang Jun moves warily forward toward the edge of the torch light, Scanning the tunnel for anything that may make a usable torch.

OOC: Move to P6
11:58, Today: Chang Jun rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,1.  Perception 11-.

T5 S6

Chang Jun waits for the others to move forward.

OOC: Hold

Niamh moves forward to stay near to Chang Jun, giving space for Tiberio and Marduke to retreat when they need to.

The horsemaster drew his stance into a recognizable guard position, shield forward and angled, the scimitar pulled back and low. Looking at the progress the large barbarian made with the pick, looking forward to the narrow as light would permit, having a spear  as back up meant higher odds of defeating a push by the ancient demon-things.

Should any threaten and advance into th enarrow, the scimitar would meet that challenge.

T 5 Seg 8

Hold until narrow occupied
hPh: Def Strike, +1 OCV, +3 DCV, -3 Chest

19:20, Today: Tiberio rolled 4,8 using d6+1,15-3d6 with rolls of 3,5,1,1.  Scimitar, Chest, 15 OCV.
Hit DCV 8, Chest, 4 BODY 12 STUN
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Segment 5
Chang Jun - The Khitia moves to the edge of the torchlight, peering, listening into the Stygian darkness of the tunnels.  But the sounds behind drown any that might come from this direction and the pitch black ahead is absolute
Move, PER, I just realized the torchlight should have extended 1 more hex, map updated,move Chang to edge

Segment 6
Chang Jun - Taking up a guarded position against further assault, Chang awaits the outcome of the struggle behind him.
full phase delay

Segment 8
Syssiah - Quick witted, the Zamoran makes use of the meager items at her disposal to fashion another brand.
fashion simple torch

Niamh - The Pict takes Syssiah's offering but her savage upbringing in the wild recognizes what the civilized princess does not.  The fibers are untreated and will burn out shortly.   Tiberio used some of the scavenged alcohol soak the torches; unless more is added here the torch may extinguish and leave those carrying it blind in the tunnel
take makeshift torch, move near Chang

Marduke - The mighty Vanir hearkens back to his bondage spent in the Red Pit striking at the large rock above the tunnel.  A glancing blow in his haste, rebounding without effect, but Marduke can feel the solidness of the stone and recognizes it will be no short task to split it.
miss, as you will be focused on digging instead of fighting you'll be at 1/2 DCV

Tiberio - The horsemaster sees Marduke strike at the stone itself rather than trying to dig out the sides to provide means of its quick collapse.  Then there is only time to focus on the demon before him.  His scimitar splits the creatures ribcage, dropping it to its knees before finally pitching forward.  For now the Vanir can remain unthreatened as he continues his excavation.
Impairing Wound - chest, Gidim 22 dead

Gidim - Undaunted.  Unchanged after so many centuries of degradation.  As one falls another enters the light to take its place.  Relentlessly.
no chance to attack, rest forced to wait

The security of your newfound position continues to prove true, even one may defend against attack and hold the nightmares of the dark at bay.  But mortal flesh will eventually weaken while the unnatural denizens press on undaunted.
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In a voice that is trying to control it's calm, the words form in a learning way to the barbarian.

[Language unknown: "Attaul oulonspre, nticomereble thukorted arerutera."]

Marduke nods his understanding and strikes as directed. This time his aim was true.

09:53, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 11,12 using 3d6,3d6 with rolls of 5,2,4,6,1,5.  Pick tricks 13- for CSL, Pick tricks 13- for CSL. Both CSLs to +1 DC

09:54, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 11 using 16-3d6 with rolls of 2,1,2.  Attack vs ceiling. Hits DCV 11. I believe this is a CRITICAL HIT


09:55, Today: Marduke the Red rolled 6 using 1d6+1 with rolls of 5.  HKA damage.

Niamh holds and supports Chang Jun at the edge of their light, wishing they were in a better position or had more light to advance, but also worried that the situation with Tiberio and Marduke could resolve. If only they could seal the tunnel...

It was counter to every armed conflict the Aquilonian had engaged in. The opposite force could break, could lose morale, his side could break and retreat. Never had unending enemy advanced, disregarding tactical position or injury.

Tiberio could not take the position of defense and recover, he had to engage and force the enemy to concentrate on him, to give opportunity to the ice giant to use the tool of former slavery to cause a collapse.

Now his own endurance was beginning to feel the sapping of constant, unflagging assault.

T 5 Seg 12

Hold until narrow occupied
hPh: Fast Strike, +2 OCV, +0 DCV, +2 DC, -3 Chest

18:06, Today: Tiberio rolled 8,8 using 2d6,17-3d6 with rolls of 5,3,2,5,2.  Scimitar + 2DC, Chest, 17 OCV .
Hit DCV 8, Chest, 8 BODY 24 Stun
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T5 S8

After a moment of waiting Chang Jun Sheaths his Scimitar and quickly retrieves his final spear that he had strapped across his back.

T5 S9

With the tunnel being narrow at this point Chang Jun crouched with the spear pointed out into the darkness ahead and moving slowly side to side. With any luck it may give him just a moments warning should it contact anything other than the walls, as he waited for the others.

T5 S12

Chang Jun continues to hold position as he waits for the others.

Segment 8-9
Chang Jun - Chang is able to switch weapons and take up a defensive posture

Segment 12
Syssiah - Bare against the corruption of the tunnel, the Zamoran princess stood ready to support her companions

Chang Jun - No demons appear from the dark as of yet but the Khitai remains on his guard

Niamh - Reluctant to part from the rest of her companions, the Pict stands guard with Chang against possible attack from the rear

Marduke - Heeding Tiberio's guidance, the Vanir begins to tear rock and dirt from the side of the tunnel
Wall takes BODY

Tiberio - The Aquilonian's vigil is held, striking down the next of the demons to press its way into the narrow
Impairing Wound - Chest, Gidim 23 dead

Gidim - Terrible in their ceaseless approach, the psychotic clicking their only response, the demons of the ruins press on
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You feel it, some low, near imperceptible shifting.  The moment is come.  End this struggle.

Tiberio tried to ready himself, the collapse speed was unknown. What was known, these creatures were relentless and it tested his skill, adjusting his bladecraft to strike over and over again to best defend an area, a very narrow space.

Their age and lack of awareness worked against them.

T 6 Seg 4

hPh: Fast Strike, +2 OCV, +0 DCV, +2 DC, -3 Chest

18:42, Today: Tiberio rolled 6,1 using 2d6,17-3d6 with rolls of 3,3,5,5,6.  Scimitar + 2DC, Chest, 17 OCV.
Hit DCV 1, Chest, 6 BODY 18 Stun
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