I cast my vote to flee. Reasoning that at level 1, anything can 1shot us without a moments notice. I wouldn't imagine an owlbear having motives to pursue us past it's lair. If there's anything left we can try to sneak back another time?

I'll go along with anything though it's all for fun. How many caves are done so far?

If we flee we can check out another cavern. At least one of us is bound to get hurt and we'll have to head back.

Yes I agree with fleeing. Unless we're exceptionally lucky or have a plan the owlbear will quickly wipe the party out.

I shall be away this weekend so my activity on Rpol will be limited.

I need IC actions from Dorn and Leozaren.  Gyp should be able to get an angle to shoot the owl bear from outside; the trouble is the light difference means from outside in the sunshine the owl bear is in darkness.  But with that roll he hit anyway.

No actions for Leozaren?

Probably the smart thing to do lol!

It's a bit of a run out, there isn't a fence or barrier preventing the owlbear from running out of the cave after you guys...

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 466):

Wouldn't it be busy gnawing on Wort?

Well, not while its mad.  But it is unlikely to chase very far, since it has a meal and you guys are running.

Should I assume here that the owlbear will be actively aggressive during this next round? I'll think up something tonight or tomorrow morning and post something tomorrow. I'm sure my ass'll be retreating in any way shape or form.

[EDIT] I don't have the rules in front of me but were there separate terms for a retreat action whether the game time was in turns/rounds mode? Or is that just something off the wall that I may have been confused about at some point in time?
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No retreat action, no attacks of opportunity either.  It is safe to say the owlbear will follow until you get out of the ravine, then return to its lair.

In Melee
When in melee with a foe, only the following forms of movement are possible:

Fighting withdrawal: The combatant moves backwards at up to half their encounter movement rate. There must be a clear path for this movement.

Retreat: The combatant turns and flees from melee, moving up to their full encounter movement rate. This round: the retreating combatant may not attack; the opponent gains a +2 bonus to all attacks against the retreating combatant and ignores any AC bonus due to the combatant’s shield (if applicable).

Sorry, been busy with RL the last couple of weeks. If someone could drag my unconscious hide out of there I'd be very grateful!

Hi all. Unfortunately, I have to drop from the game. Thanks for plaing -- it was great fun!
Safe travels!

With Dorn departing we are down to Faldal, Gyp, Leozaren and Hjild.  What do you guys want to do from here?

Recover!

And then go again.

Agreed.

Can we go back with four characters only? Do we try to find a replacement for Wort?

Can you?  Sure.  But much depends on where you go.  The caves are very variable in challenge level.

New player incoming, someone who will arrive at the Keep shortly while you guys are resting and recruiting for Wort's replacement.

Hello everyone. Looking forward to joining the game.

Welcome Erik!

What is the recovery rate like for Leozaren? He was unconscious when brought back.

One day's rest heals 1-3 HP.  So it could take up to six days, or he could be backup in two days.

Will hope for the latter! I'm assuming you roll for that?