Avatar: the Fallen

[Belial_the_Leveler]

"The world is dark. This is not a two-copper philosophy mortals ponder on the truth of but a fundamental aspect of reality. It is the reason a world needs deities, immortal entities that hold the Balance and keep the darkness at bay.
Unfortunately, immortal does not mean infallible. In fact, because many deities have a link to mortal beliefs as an aspect of their existence, they can be about as petty, flawed, shortsighted, stubborn, greedy or plain stupid as these beliefs often are.
Usually, an Overpower governs the various aspects of the World, an immortal far closer to perfection than most deities. But because the aspects of the world are often in direct opposition to eachother-Order versus Chaos, Good versus Evil, Air versus Earth and so on-nobody can control them directly. Unless ofcourse they want a crash course in mass-energy conversion. Hence the need for deities that control these aspects; the Overpower only has to make sure the deities do their job.
And therein lies the problem; The war between Shar and Selune. The death of Mystryl. The war between the Imaskari high artificers and the Mulhorandi immortals. The sundering of the Seldarine pantheon. The maiming of Gruumsh by Corellon's hand. The Time of Troubles. The war of the Spider-Queen. The slaying of Mystra and the coming of the Spellplague.
One would think that immortal beings would have learned by now. But no, they squabble like children while the hold of the Darkness grows. Even I cannot tell where this will lead. And I am beginning to fear none will live to find out."
-Lord Ao, to unknown correspondent. 10 years before the Fall-

"Unfortunately, you are right. And fortunately, you are also wrong. Suffice it to say, we shall live in interesting times. Or, we have lived in them. Or maybe yet, we are living them already. This no-beginning-no-end gig confuses me at times."
-Unknown correspondent, to Lord Ao-



The breaking of the Spellplague would lead to an upheaval that would reunite two worlds and bring a new, stronger balance to the world of Toril. But there are those out of space and beyond time that search for those moments of turmoil, those fractions of eternity where the appointed guardians of the world have less than total control.
One such entity, its identity still unknown, managed to slip into the world unobserved and draw the course of events out of their preordained course. The upheaval did not subside. The reunion of two worlds never happened. Magic and the fabric of reality never healed, never grew into the balanced point it should have. And as Toril spiraled out of control, the Enemy struck. Having little control of their powers and unaware of the Enemy's attack-as it was interwoven into their own stuggles and natural disasters-the deities lost.


A century has passed since then. The shape of the world is unrecognisable; what was once mountains may now be ravines or even oceans and the deepest seas now reach for the skies, torrents of red-hot magma having formed mountains that belch fire and destruction. The sky is scorched, a grey-black starless mass looming over the world. The sun barely glows through it but the world still grows hot despite the darkness.
Civilisation is no more; over three quarters of the mortal races have perished. What remains is hiding in forests and caves, searching in vain for sanctuary against the horrors that roam the lands, for every monster imaginable has been spawned by the upheaval.
Some mortals still struggle to endure this nightmarish world, heroes and pioneers fighting against the monsters. The Dark Enemy is letting them. After all, everybody needs entertainment, even Star-Spawned abominations that have descended from the Void upon umbral wings.
Seeing the aspects of their power over the world twisted to the Enemy's control, the surviving deities have realised they must fight to win back their mastery of the Cosmos. Hiding in avatars, weakened and on the run from the Enemy, not many have the courage to do what needs to be done. But a few are still willing to fight.

Deep in a valley between the pieves of a mountain cleaved in two lies the village of Demon's Gorge. A small community of a thousand mortal souls leaving in one of the few safe havens remaining, a place where monsters seem to avoid, the place has survived for several decades. But the forces of the Enemy flow in the stones beneath the village, a sure sign to immortal eyes that the Enemy is doing something important in this place. Those immortals brave enough or foolish enough to raise their fist in defiance now come in a secret gathering just outside the village in preparation for a blow against the Enemy's hold.
In a small ravine hidden by twisted vegetation and black fumes oozing from the very ground, a secret gathering is about to take place, the first step in the road of freedom...

[Jack_Simth]

Those few who knew her at all, knew her as Sylvia. She seems a simple peasant woman, with a ruddy complexion, and hands that have clearly seen hard labor all their lives. She is plain with brown eyes and hair, in simple non-whitened homespun clothing. She shies away from people's touch, seemingly nervous about what others might do to her. She seems unusually adept at avoiding people's touch, but gives the impression it's reflex, born of long abuse. She briefly picks up a stone that catches her eye, frowns at it, and sets it back down. She continues on, going about her business, eventually making her way away from the society where she was always on the outskirts, never penetrating. Slowly, she makes her way to the destined gathering place, well away from prying eyes.

Using Telekinesis to occasionally pick up stuff to help with the "solid" illusion. Standard action to invoke it, taking 10 on a bluff check (for 46) to make everything line up and seem normal.

Also taking ten on a Disguise Check, for 39 (+17 Charisma, +10 Disguise Self, +2 Bluff synergy acting "in character")

Currently active spell effects (all caster level 16)
Mind Blank
Extended Disguise Self
Magic Aura on the "items" so they don't register as magical
Misdirection (targeted self and a rock buried underground), will save DC 29 to penetrate

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack looked up from his work. As a trapsmith, it was his job to ensure any bigger horrors that roam these lands stay away from his village and any smaller creatures end up dinner. It was a hard life, but a good one. What he could discern from the monotone sky told him it was time. He bade his fellow workers good day, and said that he would see them on the morrow. He set out from town knowing this was a lie...he may never see any of them again.

Six feet of slender build, he made his way across the blasted landscape. Grimy winds tossed his short brown hair and blew flecks of ash into his blue eyes. He wished for some water to clear his vision, but wouldn't chance a rummage through his bag. Rubbing his eyes and pulling his cloak up to shield him, he pressed on. Telling time by the sky was difficult at best, and he could already be late.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

He walked slowly, as he always did these days, with his head hung low with his cloak pulled up over it, hiding his face, and his blood red glaive held at his right side pointing towards the ground. His cloak, once a bright white, had become dirty and through his neglect became a dingy grey. His face and hair, while they were hidden by his hood, showed signs of age. His hair was becoming grey, becoming more prevalent in his warbraids and his goatee seemingly by the second. His black muscled cuirass was scratched, from one too many engagements with the enemy. The only garments he wore which aren't showing some form of wear are his white shirt, black pants, and brown boots, as he replaces them often enough to keep them in relatively good condition. Hidden in his pocket is his little friend, a psycrystal. He keeps it out of sight and out of mind, he needs not attract more attention with flying gemstones following him wherever he goes.

Upon his fall, he had taken up the appearance of one of his worshipers known as Orman, who had become a broken man upon the fall of his and the other gods. In Orman's place he had earned a small reputation as a defender of what little of the humanoids there was left, but this usually only came into play in minor assaults, for he dared not to show his true self to the enemy, lest they strike him down.

He had become quiet this past century. He did not speak unless spoken to, and even then he seemed less than happy to do so, so most everyone he encountered tended to simply be happy for his assistance and then left him to think, or brood, or whatever it is that he does in his silence.

However, it was no longer time to sit and wait. The time for action was fast approaching, so he began his slow progress towards the gathering between him and those that he once called his peers, friends, and allies


Spells/Powers active:
Personal Mind Blank
Greater Magic Vestments, Caster level 20
Greater Magic Weapon, Caster level 18

Glaive empowered with Psionic Lion's Charge augmented by 9 points from the previous day.
Glaive with Flame Strike channeled into it, caster level 20, from the previous day.

Faulir/Orman and his Psycrystal are both psionically focused.


0 Light x2, Detect Magic x2, Read Magic x2
1 Entropic Shield x2, Hide From Undead x2, Ebon Eyes x1, Obscuring Mist x2, Detect Secret Doors x1
2 Augury x1, Ghost Touch Armor x1, Dark Way x1, Status x2, Living Undeath x1, Shroud of Undeath x1
3 Magic Vestment (expended)x1, Remove Curse x1, Wind Wall x1, Knights Move x2, Blindsight x1
4 Greater Magic Weapon x2 (expended 1), Sheltered Vitality x2, Divination x1, Death Ward x1
5 Reviviy x1, Trueseeing x2, Wall of Stone x1, Righteous Might x1

[Oslecamo]

A tall man on ragged old clothes walks whitout hurries. He's both well built and hansome, yet carries a simple quarterstaff, and doesn't reveal any particular valuables besides a golden ring on his right hand and a small pouch at his leather belt.

Despite the dark scenery, the man walks tall and sings something to himself. The exact lyric is hard to catch, but the melody is captivating, filling the listeners with hope and dreams of great things to come.


Human form, as gargantuan dragons aren't exactly very discrete.

Disguise to apear as a simple traveler, +2 bonus for acting in character:
[roll0]

Sing something happy while walking to try to raise the mood on the area, but not too loud to don't atract unwanted atention:
[roll1]

-3 penalty because most of my items are shaped for the dragon form.

[FishAreWet]

He is lofty man, appears to be human, standing around 6'6"with lanky arms and legs. In his height, he weighs little with skinny arms and very thin legs. A tight face, high bones holding his big cheeks and large eyes all come together to form a very warming face. His head is smooth, no hair at all. His eyes are blue, as is his skin, but hardly. If you were to look closely you would notice his scars. They are not battle wounds, as they are symmetrical, which run from his hands up to his chest, and down his legs. It seems to be one long scar outlining his entire skeletal structure. He wears the scar with no shame or pride, often forgetting that he has it.

He is wearing a simple bleach white tunic which ends right above his knees and a plain brown belt, made of rope. On his belt holds many books, and a small bag. In his bag appears to be even more books, almost all of which look the same from the outside. The one exception is one of the ones he holds on his belt, which is garnished in silver and gold. He wears a small string around his forehead, which never comes off, not even when he sleeps. He only owns his one tunic and belt, which he takes great care in keeping clean.
He carries an ivory cane, which is inscribed with all sorts of runes and writing. Those who could recognize the writing know that it has psionic scripts, magical runes, demonic whispers and celestial choirs carved deeply into it. On the head of the cane holds his Psicrystal, disguised to look like just a crystal headed cane. He has spent his time fallen writing in his books. He always seems to be in a good mood, especially when he's writing. :smallbiggrin: But if anyone asks him about his writing his mood worsens.

Adapt Body
Personal Mind Blank
Fully Overchannel and Crystaled Inertial Armor (+29 AC)
Share Pain with Psicrsyal
287 PP left

(1) Feather Fall, Reduce Person, Obscuring Mist, Grease, Scholar's Touch

[Dreamwisp]

A shadow streaks across a forsaken land. Like a lost soul in the dim light of a broken world it searches for others of its kind. In the protective shadows of a split mountain dwell some of the unfortunate survivors of this desolate place and therein may lie the last vestiges of the fallen divine.

As it waits watching with the eye unseen a few are gathering away from the others. With a guarded spark of hope the shadow swiftly moves toward a shared destination... and maybe a shared fate.

[kladams707]

Termissa slowly emerges from the wooded area near the gathering place, surprisingly gracefully as well. Her short, brown hair is surprisingly flowing, seemingly blown by a nonexistant breeze. Her face is accentuated by her ears, whose tops come to a point. In her hand is a longbow endorned with V-shaped engravings. The leather quiver on her back is ornate, but doesn't seem to have very many arrows in it. Her upperbody is topped with a white vest with silver lining and goggles. Despite the light color, she can still hide quite well. She looks at the others who have already gathered and acknowledges them with a silent nod.


Blinding beauty is off

[Eldan]

One must assume that the woman was once beautiful, her once raven-black hair now more a misty gray than any other colour, her tattered red cloak clutched tightly by a bony hand bent to a claw.
Still she is bearing herself erect, pride speaking from her posture and the way her dark eyes glitter in the shadow, beneath a deeply-lined forehead.
On bare feet she is walking over ash and mud, blood trickling from a dozen tiny cuts on her legs, but she does not seem to notice it.
She, who used to be queen, is now a mere shadow of her former self, a simple peasant woman, to proud to beg, to old to work. Or so she presented herself.


Active Buffs:
Misdirection, Disguise Self, Arcane Sight, True Seeing

[Voice of Reason]

A completely ordinary middle-aged woman walks along the path of the what once would have been deemed a small town; these days, it's not considered nearly as small as it would have. The woman appears to the normal eye to be nothing more than a normal human, primarily because she is, indeed, just a normal human. Even the most powerful of divination magics would only reveal the power of her sorcery, and she has taken steps to mask even that from all but the most powerful and determined of eyes.

The body is familiar to her, but one that has not been used extensively for generations. Standing just shy of six feet tall, her hair hangs freely at about shoulder length. It is a light brown color that is almost bronze, with slightly darker eyes to match. Her manner appears casual, but every footfall is carefully placed. It will be some time before walking becomes easy again; it hard enough remembering to breathe normally in public.

As she approaches the agreed-upon meeting place, she does not try to hide her approach, but neither is she so obvious as to take the direct route. Sticking to the main path, hoping that this isn't a trap, and prepared if it is, Ireonna Loyalar joins those already assembled.

Made one last change to my sheet to include the Nondetection spell. I realized belately without it, Ireonna would light up like a christmas tree under a simple Detect Magic.

She is currently in human form. For those of you with pre-cast divinations: she is a human, and beating the nondetection DC (35) will allow you to see spells and equipment. Spell currently active are the usual buffs, minus Dragonskin for obvious reasons. Caster level 20, dispel caster level 28:

-Persisted Shield (24 hours)
-Persisted Dragonskin (24 hours)
-Persisted Bear’s Endurance (24 hours)
-Persisted Scintilating Scales (24 hours)
-Persisted Superior Magic Fang (24 hours)
-Mind Blank (24 hours)
-Primal Hunter (24 hours)
-Primal Instinct (24 hours)
-Primal Senses (24 hours)
-Primal Speed (24 hours)
-Extended Nondetection (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Air (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Water (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Earth (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Fire (40 hours)

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" nods at those who follow her footsteps into the meeting place, one by one, idly wondering who is under which disguise.

In Marassa's case, most divinations simply fail due to Mind Blank, and most others face a DC 29 Will save to not read a mundane rock (which is buried a long ways away). And she can up the DC to 35, if need be.

Spot check to penetrate disguises, just for giggles: [roll0]

[loser0ll]

Among those gathering is a man with short brown hair, with an average build, average features and an average body. Even his possessions seem average and bland, and few things would come more naturally than overlooking him. Only by absolute focus and unnatural skill would you come to recognize that he moves with more grace and confidence than such an 'ordinary' man might deserve - and even that is incredibly well hidden except to those with supernatural perceptiveness. In his right hand he holds a small, thick bottle of wine which he occasionally sips from - the glass seems unusually firm for no evident reason, like it would be fairly hard to break. In his other hand he hold a small, metal shield, slightly dented and scratched - with signs of what look to be rust covering at least half of it. He waits as some start to gather, before finally speaking.
"Well... I suppose we're all here for the same reason. I guess that after all this time, we will finally start to fight back?"

Caster Level Check for Detect Magic - +16 to the roll (if necessary)... and it won't roll.
1d20+16

[Ipphli]

Oros Katarn

"Its about time." A tall human with platinum-blonde hair steps out of the shadows, glancing about quickly at the others. His movements are slow and deliberate, full of strength and power. His features are rugged and slightly worn, as of one used to a hard life.His clothing is plain but functional, save for a magnificent helmet chased with gold
and silver, and set with three yellow topazes. He appears unarmed. He stands straight and tall, head held high. However, to the more observant present, there is a shadow marring his countenance, a sense of something deeper, under the surface.

Nodding politely to his fellows, he gives a slight smile. "Is this everyone then?"

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

With his right hand still holding his glaive, he removes his hood with his left revealing his long warbraids made of a combination of blonde and grey hair. He bears no smile, but rather a look of thought, trying to hide the emotions which have seemed to have plagued him since he first took on this mortal role.

He slowly raises the head of his glaive, so that he may plant the butt firmly on the ground so that it may support his weight.

After a quick glance around the group, he says, as if to no one "I would give them more time, a few minutes at most. You never know what may have delayed our fellows on their travels."

[Jack_Simth]

Looking around a bit to make reasonably sure that there are no unexpected townsfolk about, "Sylvia" responds

"We were followed, or we were directed, or we were anticipated, or we were premembered, or we will be sensed, or we will be tracked. But we have a certain span where we will not be interrupted, and that span has not yet passed. I might suggest spending some of our span shoring up our fellows' covers, for those who have not readied careful defense. And so first, a simple probe to see who lacks some cover..."

"Sylvia" casts Analyze Dweomer (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/analyzeDweomer.htm), and focuses on each of her visitors in turn.


I haven't stopped and counted effects on sheets, but in case anyone's running save or don't be seen as magic effects:
Will save vs. a spell effect: [roll0]
For caster level check effects: [roll1]

Anyone who doesn't register is considered sufficiently guarded for the moment; anyone who registers, but as having reasonable precautions against spells is ignored. Anyone who registers clearly, as not having any wards against spell detection, gets frowned upon.

[Voice of Reason]

Ireonna Loyalar speaks to the other fallen gods for the first time.

I think that we do not yet know all those who are coming, nor if all of them will make it, nor even if they have the courage to show themselves. These are difficult times for everyone, and for us especially; this meeting alone is risky. I know not even whom half of you truely are; your disguises do you justice. Let us wait a while longer to be certain of our strength before revealing our hands.

loser0ll: Try rolling just a d20 and adding the +16 manually. To penetrate my Nondetection, you need a 19 or 20 on the roll (35+)

Jack_ Simth: Since Ireonna is not wearing a disguise, and is actually a mundane human, there is no disguise for you to see though. You would, however, notice that she is as she appears to be :smallwink:

Also, your caster level check fails to overcome the nondetection spell I have in effect, so you do not note any magical effects or items on Ireonna's person.

[loser0ll]

@Jack_Smith
As you scan over the simple man with wine and a shield, you feel a strong sense of resistance - you pass through a protective spell, but only just barely. As you pierce the magical shields set in place, you detect that a handful of spells cast on himself and his equipment...

((Voice - DC 35 CL check? How did your CL get so high? Dang... I feel kinda disappointing. Maybe my god-power will be a CL increase, and it'll even out some of the gap between us... :smalleek:))
Nondetection - DC 27 CL check to overcome
Mage Armor
Death Ward
Change Form
Disguise Self
Detect Thoughts
(I'm assuming you don't spend the extra turn/item needed to analyze all of my equipment piece by piece since the spell only last 1 round/level)

Whatever he might be, he clearly has access to considerable magical powers. As you look through the ruby lens that channels the vision of your spell, he nods. "A nice spell... although I'd think it might be seen as rude to start investigating all of us to openly without our permission." To prove his point, he seems to focus for a short time, and you feel a probing sensation at the back of your mind, although you manage to shrug it off fairly easily. "I could repeat that as many times as I wanted - and eventually, your guard would slip, I would get lucky, and you mind would be open to me. But as I said - it would be fatally rude to do such things in our first meeting, when we have matters literally concerning the fact of all things hanging in the balance."

[dspeyer]

A very old man slowly limps into the meeting space.

"My apologies for being late," he says in a flat, gravelly tone, "but that seems to be my nature, one way or another...." His speech drifts off into silence.

He slowly circles the meeting, oblivious to any impatience, often pausing to examine someone or something more closely. Once he carefully crushes an insect with his cane. At long last, he sits amidst the others. His bearing is still, patient and peaceful. He waits for someone else to speak.

[Arayl]

From amongst the vegetation emerges a six foot tall man with glowing sigils orbiting his head, two of which glow brighter than the rest of them. He wears plain grey robes hanging from his right shoulder is a well made guisarme and from the left a well used backpack. As he approaches the group he swings the guisarme around and into his grip and places the butt into the ground to keep it steady against his shoulder.

Glancing around at those that had arrived before him he says in a dry, raspy voice he says, "So is this all that remains of those of us who survived or are there still more to come?"

disguise
[roll0]

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Suddenly, a massive shaking of the very roots of the mountains interrupts the little gathering. The ground flows like seawater under a great wind and the broken, burned, misshapen trees dance in the midday twilight.

The earthquake is gone as soon as you notice it. It has not been the first and, from what you can tell from its strength, it will not be the last; the region has been struck by such disasters from time to time and they seem to be getting worse; hurricanes, flash-floods, earthquakes, even foul smoke from the depths of the earth coming out of dry wells and old caves, burning whoever gets too close to it.

The source of the disasters seems to be hidden deep within the ground under the region, the power coming from the same place you sense the Enemy's power mounting, straining against something unseen. It is what you've come to investigate though none of your senses can penetrate far enough to make a thorough scan from that far away.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Steadying himself against the tremors, Jack surveys the others.

"I believe it's high time we took action. We few who remember what we lost and all we stand to gain. These disasters are getting worse, and it's only a matter of time before the world herself opens her stony maw to swallow us whole. It's time for a plan, time for action, and time we took back what is rightfully ours."

[Dreamwisp]

As the gathering reacts to the convulsions of the land, covered by a great chunk of jagged earth and hidden in the shadow of the mountain, a solemn being uses this opportunity to learn if any about this gathering are of malicious intent.


Using Detect Evil (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/detectEvil.htm) (Sp) Results (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7002835&postcount=20)
I automatically know the creature type, intelligence, and location of all thinking beings in a 100ft area. I do have easily readable auras, but currently have total cover and concealment from the group.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

@ Dreamwisp: You discern that Jack is filled with powerful malice, a heart heavy with intent to visit unspeakable agony on those who have wronged it. You find to your surprise that his measure of intelligence, as well as the true nature of his being, remains hidden from you; some force shields his mind from your intrusion.

Overwhelming aura of evil
Hellbreaker gives me an aura that shuts off telepathy within 20 feet of me. I've read this to mean that it also negates Mindsight within 20 feet of me, but if Belial wants to overrule that, I'll gladly edit my post to reflect that. This would also mean that anyone within 20 feet of me is likewise protected.

[Voice of Reason]

I'll have more up when I get back, but I'm running late.

The unseen god detects no malicious intent within Ireonna, but he does note her position, the fact that she is of the dragon type (almost forgot about that, may have to shield it later), and her more or less average intellect (12).

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

He glances in the direction of the six foot tall slender man, and replies "I agree entirely. But, before we start forming any type of strategy to take back what was once ours and what will be ours again, I'd say we should first, at least, introduce ourselves."

@Dreamwisp: You find no malicious intent about the man in the light grey cloak with the blood red glaive, black armor, and blonde warbraids. Merely intent of retribution for all he has lost. You also understand that his creature type is abberration and that his intelligence is 16.

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" shakes her head.

"Cover names only on introductions at this point. Our Names have power even still, and our opponents may be able to detect that. And in that vein, call Me Sylvia, for now. Oh, and ..."

"Sylvia" addresses someone out of sight: "You might as well join us; you aren't as well hidden as you think."

Dreamwisp:
Marassa's got an ability that replicates Greater Arcane Sight, which inherits from Arcane Sight, which inherits from Detect Magic, which doesn't actually need full Line of Effect to pick up on magical auras, so if the Total Cover is thin enough for you to use Detect Evil through, it doesn't actually conceal you from her.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"Anything more than our respective aliases would be foolish at this point. I simply thought we should at least know what to call each other for the time being. These days, I am known as Orman, and I was once the greatest tactical mind among us."

[Ipphli]

Oros Katarn

Oros frowns at Sylvia before glancing at the others. "You may call me Oros. Its as good a name as any I suppose. And yes, action is what is needed. We've spent long enough hiding and skulking about like rats."


@Jack_Smith: Several magic items glow under your spell, but the man himself seems to have no magical properties or spells on him.

@Dreamwisp: Nothing evil about the man. His type is dragon, and his intellect is a 10.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

"You're quite right, 'Sylvia.' Our true names may yet hold a spark exploitable by our common foes. For the time being, you all may call me Jack."

All:
My aura also interferes with divinations, so any divination pointed at me or those within 20 feet of me requires a Spellcraft (DC 20+spell level) to avoid simply failing.

[Eldan]

The old woman shrugs her bony shoulders, speaking for the first time. The voice is powerful, that of a much younger woman, it appears, not trembling at all, but deep and melodious.
"I've only been called The Lady during these past times. I'd say one name suits me as well as any other. I've been called Olivia at least once, I think, by a young man."



The Lady is evil, her creature type is Fey, and her intelligence is 14

[Dreamwisp]

Carefully the creature "watches" the movement of the group. Wondering if it should risk contacting one of the beings witch evil does not permeate.

@Jack_Simth
Actually I used detect evil for the specific reason that it was a emanation so it goes around my cover and as greater arcane sight still requires you to have line of effect, I don't think you would be able to find me. I also would not have heard you, existing in a shell of magical silence. Basically your high level spell would not work but a cantrip, detect magic (emanation) would find me quickly. But please do explain in the ooc thread as I really need to know if I am wrong though.

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" rolls her eyes at the lack of reaction to her words, and says "Excuse me a moment" before she walks around a corner and vanishes. A bit later, she walks around another corner from behind the hidden creature, and says "Why don't you join us, hmm? After all, you do appear to be one of those destined to be here."

Go Ethereal after getting out of everyone's line of sight, head underground until near Dreamwisp's avatar, re-manifest behind some cover, and walk around it to talk to him. Do note that telepathy generally doesn't extend across planes, so she vanishes from Mindsight, only to re-appear a very short distance away.

[kladams707]

As introductions are done, Termissa replies to the others. You shall all know me as Misty from this point on. She reacts to the tremors, but is hardly surprised by them, considering everything they've already gone through. She watches as Sylvia disappears into the woods. I wonder who/what she's after.



Dreamwisp

No malicious intent, intelligence 16, fey

[Dreamwisp]

After looking though the throng for vile creatures, it shifts to the ethereal plane and quickly back moving to another secure area a bit closer by. One of them moves deftly toward it's location. As they both move ethereally it decides to take a risk as they approach the creature makes contact.

In the back of your mind you hear "What is going on here and how did you track my movements, lost soul?"

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack looks around at those gathered and at the surrounding desolation.

"If we are to speak frankly, perhaps it would be well advised to shroud ourselves from prying eyes. And you'd be advised not to trust your own at first."

He focuses for a moment before a wave of energy is felt by all those present.

Screen covering the entire meeting space (30x30x30 cube/level...I think that's enough). Any attempts to scry or look into the area reveal those gathered discussing new ways to protect the village. No save for scrying, Will save DC 42 disbelief if they have reason to believe it's an illusion. Jack's hint should ensure that the others know it's an illusion and disbelieve it automatically. If anyone doesn't (Belial, your call), Jack makes the rounds and ensures them it's not real.

[dspeyer]

To the tall man with glowing sigils: "I am certain there are more of us scattered throughout this plane, but I would guess no more are coming to this meeting."

To the group: "You may call me Yaukh. Or not, I don't really care. Now as for action, has anyone discovered a weakness of The Enemy's or are we going to sit around and cheerlead?" This last is said harshly, with much cynicism.

@Dreamwisp

not evil, human(shapeshifter), int 16

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" replies to the hidden creature, aloud. "This is a meeting of those not satisfied with the current state of things. As to how I found you? You glow like a bonfire under anyone who's got the ability to use such lowly spells as Detect Magic. I can guard you against that somewhat, if you'd like."

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"Before action, there must be thought. We cannot simply walk into the heart of the enemies forces and expect to win through force of arms, we've already seen how THAT turned out for us." he said to the one called Yaukh, calmly. "Give me a moment to search the memories of my dealings with the enemy during this past century, and I'll tell you all I know of them."

Knowledge (local)[roll0]+22 = 29
Knowledge (nature)[roll1]+22 = 36
Knowledge (religion)[roll2]+22 =37
Knowledge (arcane)[roll3]+22 = 36
Knowledge (the planes)[roll4]+22 =27
Knowledge (dungeoneering)[roll5]+22 = 42

For anything I could possibly know about the ancient evils (I wasn't sure which knowledge check was relevant, though I have my suspiciouns)

[amiplayable]

A middle-aged woman donning a white robe arrives, looking into the group. She looks unusually healthy for someone within Demon's Gorge. She carried a broom, which she had used to sweep in front of her feet, as though she were looking for something. Once she was close enough, she abandoned this practice and made her way toward the group, only to realize it wasn't what she thought it to be. She had felt it. She could have sworn this was what her intuition told her to go. Instead, it seemed to merely be a gathering for the protection of the village.

"Oh," Dov said while fiddling around with the broom in her hand. She looked around the area for any other type of meeting. "I- Excuse me! I had thought that this was another meet for something else. I could have sworn - I'm sorry. I have been so off-balance as of late. Please allow me to join this meeting. Protection is a priority of mine."

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Those discussing the defense of the village do not seem to acknowledge your request, continuing their simple conversation with no heed to you.

Ami: The illusion won't react to you, it will keep playing out as programmed. This might be played off as us just being rude, your reaction is your call.

Everyone else: We can see this new comer, and the illusion appears to have tricked her for the moment. Reactions are to everyone's discretion

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

He takes the time to study the newcomer carefully. "I'm impressed, Jack. It seems your veil is most effective, but if she is one of our own perhaps it works a little too well. I'm sure if she's one of ours she'll bypass it, though."

[amiplayable]

After her attempts to join in went unheeded, she sighed. Obviously, these people were either incredibly rude or something else was afoot. She may have been naive once, but she knew better now. "It seems that someone is trying to fool me. Oh, but I hate to use this, though."

Placing what seemed to be ointment upon her eyes, she began to concentrate, moving her hands and speaking the right words. She then began to see things exactly as they were. "So, it was an illusion. Clever. You may call me Dov. A pleasure to meet you all."

True Seeing. She can see through everything and the like now. Unless there's a mountain in the way. She also takes the time to see if there are any other illusions and such about.

[loser0ll]

The mostly unadorned man steps slightly forward as if to gather attention to himself before speaking. Looking over all present, he nods to each individual in turn. "You may feel free to call me Diran. I stood beyond the pinnacle of mortal power only a century ago, just as we all did - my sorcerous might was unstoppable and omnipotent... or so I thought. But like us all, I was proven wrong, and now find myself limited to this lowly mortal form. I still retain some spark of sorcery and trickery, but far less than I once held. So - I suppose our first order of business should be to investigate what it is that's threatening this village? It seems that keeping one of the few places we have left to hide from falling would be an important step to conquering the universe again, no?"
The attempt at divining the nature of the speaker by the hidden man reveals no thoughts, no creature type, no magical items or effects, no evil alignment... essentially, the effects simply fail to recognize his existence. Also, I automatically succeed on the Spellcraft check DC to identify the Detect Evil in place.
He turns towards a nearby area, locking his eyes as though glaring at something. "The Lady Sylvia is right. If you intend to stay nearby, come out from behind those rocks now. At least a few of us have already detected your presence - we've been scanning each others' magical defenses and abilities with powers that possess the same limitations of those abilities you're using. I'll repeat this one more time - to so closely examine us without our consent is inexcusably rude, especially after such a lecture was just given to another. The next being who risks getting caught stealing information from me, or spying on us, would do well to ensure their magical defense beforehand." To prove his point, he gestures towards the intervening barrier and fires a bolt of magic at the sheltering object - which is vaporized into a tiny pile of soot and dust, only to be swept away quickly be the wind. Evidently, giving the man an option on whether or not to show himself was only a formality. When it turns out there is nothing physically there, his jaw drops slightly in surprise, and he begins rapidly scanning the area - only to be stopped as the Lady who had also noticed him wanders off in Ethereal form.

Casting Disintegrate - Spellcraft DC 21 to identify for those that have line of sight.
Ranged Touch Attack to hit the cover... should work unless I get a Natural 1.
[roll0]
Vaporizes up to a 10 foot cube - I'm guessing that's enough to show him.

[Dreamwisp]

As the creature picks up a echo of what has been said and responds in mind. "Though you are quick to offer assistance I will not take is so quickly. You seem to have great power and may be one of the ones I'm looking for. I shall see."

Moving swiftly though the ethereal the creature stops around the group having as many as possible within claw reach. As it goes to send out message, it cannot! Swiftly it moves away from the group stopping a good distance away it again sends out a message to each one in turn.

"I have long searched for beings with the will to change fate. Though I know some of you to be vile share you thoughts with me and I will likewise share mine."

As this is sent out it adds in a whisper the knowledge it gleamed from each one.

I still dwell in shadow, total concealment so the most you can get is the location of my auras, for now.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

"Discerning whatever threatens this village would indeed by a good first step, though I believe we should exercise discretion in the use of flashy abilities." He looks to Diran with this comment before turning to the newest member of the gathering.

"Welcome Dov. I must with one breath apologize for the trickery and thank you for praising my skill. One cannot be too careful in these times."

Turning to the dark silent figure, Jack furrows his brow. "Don't much care for the static, do you quiet one? Well, I don't much care for thoughts that aren't mine running through my head. We're all here with a common purpose, but don't expect me to lower my shields just because the cat's got your tongue."

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"The pleasure is all ours, Dov, I assure you. It's nice to see more of us have made their way to our little gathering. They call me Orman these days." he said, with a hint of pleasantness.

He then turns to Jack "Well put, sir." He walks toward Jack, standing a few feet away, and extends his right hand. "My mind is cluttered enough with my own thoughts, I need not those of others, especially if I cannot immediately discern whether they are friend or foe. Working with you shall be a pleasure."

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" responds to the shadowy creature with a simple "As you wish" before heading back to the main grouping. When she gets there, she addresses everyone present, making sure to visually single out those who did not seem to have any wards against the dectection of magic when she used her earlier probe on magical defenses "The same does go for the rest of you, as well. I have a method by which I can often misdirect divinations pointed your way which I can invoke fairly often, and I also have a means by which to prevent certain types of divinations and enchantments completely to a handful of people... although someone would need to extend me a rather lot of trust for me to apply the last."

Spellcraft: [roll0]
And it looks like I'd forgotten about the Knoweledge(Arcana) synergy on Spellcraft when I wrote up my character sheet. Corrected.

If anyone's curious as to what she's referring to, "Sylvia" (Marassa) has three 8th level spell slots not dedicated to any particular purpose that she can use for Mind Blank (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/mindBlank.htm) (which she knows, although she'll pretty much need to posses someone to use it - hence the "trust" comment), and she's got 2nd level spell slots aplenty for Misdirection (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/misdirection.htm).

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack extends his own hand and shakes Orman's warmly, smiling to reveal teeth polished far brighter than should be necessary. "This pleasure is all mine, my formal friend. I only hope you're as skilled with that as you are with pleasantries," he says grinning as he gestures to the glaive.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

Orman chuckles. "Lets just say my weapon was not this color originally", he says with a smile.

Afterwards, he turns to Sylvia. "Your defenses against discovery will be most appreciated, my lady. For me, at least, your powers of misdirection would be most helpful. For the defense against enchantments, however, I believe I know of the ability you speak, and I am able to emulate that for myself... But, let it be known that I trust you fully. Everyone who has gathered here has my absolute faith. We're all here for the same reason, with the same overall goal. If we were to distrust each other now, it could only lead to our failure."

[dspeyer]

"Determining what threatens this village? It seems to come from below, does it not? Perhaps we should ask the creatures of the earth. Alas, I cannot seem to recall their language. I used to know it, I am sure. Or was that me? Sort of me?..."

He drifts off into futile introspection, then shakes his head firmly and returns to the matter at hand.

"The point is that if anyone here does remember the language, I can summon a small elemental and we can ask him what's happening. It shouldn't call attention to us. No one notices small elementals."

[Eldan]

"Let's stop this discussion of defenses for now and focus on the problem."
The Lady steps into the middle of the conversation.
"I don't know the language of the earth creatures, but I doubt many of them are still alive on this plane anyway. I have tried my diviniation, but not with much success so far. What of the others?"

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" casts her spell on the one called Orman, having divinations against him diverted to a nearby rock, and vice-versa. To the one called Yaukh, she says "Terran is a language I am familiar with; it is very handy, as some of the weaker inhabitants of that plane still heed my summons, as do those of Air. Water as well, although I do not remember how to converse with them properly."

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

Bows low to Sylvia. "Thank you, I only wish I could give you similar protection. But, I will give you what I can. The strength of my steel."

"Now, as for our progress against the threat to this village.. I believe, if Yaukh can truly bring us a minor servant of the earth to scout for us, that his idea has much merit. Although, we may wish to apply some of our divination defenses to it as any such disturbance may alert the enemy."

[kladams707]

"Misty" held up her bow and replied simply My expertise lies not in divinitions or magic, though I have some such abilities. I have the language of the wild, but not the earth. And despite having some ties to the wild, I too am in the dark.

[Dreamwisp]

After watching a for a time it has decided to let lose with the shrouds of deception and step forward from the shadows. As the group is talking suddenly a large wolf appears floating near them feet bound and shackled. Obsidian fur meets covered eyes glowing blue and claws dancing with cerulean flame. As the last comment falls the beast adds a thought.

"I can communicate with anything that has a language."

[Belial_the_Leveler]

From the calm of the void, the black sky almost instantly boils into a violent storm. Thunderbolts illuminate the dark midday heavens and hailstones as large as a chicken's egg rain down on your heads.


Observing another major upheaval so soon, you now realise the nature of the power fueling it; elemental forces are at play here, joining one another and fighting against another, unseen entity far below the surface...

[Jack_Simth]

"Sylvia" shrugs at Orman's words, and replies "I am layered reasonably deeply in protections. While it can be done, I am quite hard to permanently harm."

"Sylvia" also addresses the group after the unusual weather "Considering the elements themselves seek to end the disturbance, perhaps we should find an appropriately deep crevasse to seek this underground event? I have this odd suspicion that the earth itself might aid us in that regard..."

"Sylvia" quietly asks the ground in Terran "Do you think you might provide us a path to that which injures you so?"

[Belial_the_Leveler]

The earth shakes again and a cavern opens up in the sides of the mountain that define it.

For a moment it would seem that the earth heeded "Sylvia" but as soon as the cavern is made, another violent tremor causes it to collapse. There seem to be pieces of the Earth that are causing part of the disturbance, not the other power you can sense deep underground...


OOC:
Knowledge: Nature check from everyone, please.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack looks intently at the cavern as it collapses, knowing this is far from natural.

No ranks in Knowledge (nature), so unless the DC is 10 or lower, I don't know what's going on.
Int check d20+2 [roll0]

[Oslecamo]

Leonardo follows the group, deciding they are all on the same side.

Heh, it's interesting that it's in those darkest times that we show the better of ourselves. Let's go then find a pat



int 15, dragon type, good.

Casting tongues and arcane sight on myself.

Spot to see if I notice any possible cave/tunnel/dungeon entrance nearby that may conduct to the source of the trouble.
[roll0]

[Oslecamo]

Wow, I hadn't seen something like this since I fought that titan revolt!

Bardic knowledge works for everything!

In case it doesn't, well, I don't have ranks in Know:nature.
roll failed, next post.

[Oslecamo]

Bardic knowledge:
[roll0]

[Voice of Reason]

Indeed. After all these long years of fighting amongst ourselves and our varied interests, we have achieved a peace, of sorts, with each other. It saddens me to think that alliences like this one, which I have tried so very hard to forge, will likely shatter when the greater evil does.

For now, let's hurry and disrupt whatever disturbance they're causing beneath us; anybody know a good way in, or can provide a good description of the interior so I can teleport us in?

I am not trained in nature either. I don't know how many of us have it, but at least Hai should be able to get us the basics.

[kladams707]

"Misty" reacts surprised as her first reaction is did...did it respond to Sylvia? She watches as the cavern is made then disappears as it collapses. As she looks, she wonders what just happened.


Knowledge nature [roll0]

[Ipphli]

Oros Katarn

Oros stands to the side, listening to the others debate. He flinches a moment each time the earth heaves, quickly regaining his composure and frowning. When the earth opens up and then collapses, he scratches his chin in thought before looking at the others. "Lets not worry about what will happen after the Enemy is defeated. One problem at a time, eh? Unfortunately I'm not familiar with the area, but surely there's a cave or gorge somewhere in these mountains that can be a starting point."

[dspeyer]

Knowledge(nature): [roll0]

[Aneantir]

Knowledge (Nature) [roll0]

[Eldan]

Knowledge: Nature:
[roll0]

[loser0ll]

[roll0]
Nature check... untrained.

[amiplayable]

"I can only hope that this bodes well for us. May the peace between us be embraced." Dov commented but only moved to peer into the opening, not knowing much in the way of nature.

No ranks in nature. No way it'll get substantial results.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

Not believing her luck, "Sylvia" runs with it, pretending she actually caused it to open. "Hmm... looks like there's more interference than I thought. Pity. Guess we'll need someone to find an established route."

Bluff: [roll0]

Have fun with your Sense Motive, people.

[Arayl]

Ghautar

Turning to Sylvia Ghautar says, "I would appreciate the method to confound divinations"

Int check[roll0]
I'm not even going to try to beat that

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" casts her spell to Misdirect (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/misdirection.htm) divinations for the man armed with the guisarme, and follows up with "That will get most minor divinations as to your nature. To halt the stronger divinations, I will need someone to volunteer to step aside for a few moments." "Sylvia" turns to clearly addresses "Orman" "You mentioned you have absolute faith; would you be willing to let me push aside your control of your avatar for a few moments so that I might lay some stronger protections from divinations on a few of our companions?"

To the rest, she considers a moment, and then says "Oh, I suppose I'll check a few things. Give me a bit of time...."

With that, she starts concentrating on her third, inner eye (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/items/universalItems.htm#sense), systemically putting her senses on different locations on the Ethereal plane by way of an organized grid, attempting to find a sufficiently large space underground that might be used for teleporting in.

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Hai and the huge black wolf stare uneasily at the ravine around the group as the winds abruptly fall silent and the area becomes uncomfortably hot then as cold as the glaciers in the North, all in the space of half a minute.

Both deities realize major elemental forces are in effect in the area as if creatures of the elements are continiously employing elemental forces. Powerful creatures... of several opposing elements. Whatever is happening deep beneath the earth, such opposing elemental power in one place is unnatural, harmful to the environment and almost certainly the work of the enemy...


Meanwhile, "Sylvia" is scouting the underground tunnels for a way to reach the heart of the problem. There are many tunnels beneath the group's feet but most of them constantly shift due to the elemental forces. Even as "Sylvia" watches though, something reaches out and stabilizes one of the caves, preventing further collapse. The mouth of the cave is conveniently close too; only a few hundred feet from where the group is standing...

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" reports on her findings: "I've got good news and bad news. The good news is that there's a tunnel that seems to be stable at the moment, that we can get to by going just a few hundred feet that way" "Sylvia" points to it, as she continues "but the bad news is that it's stable due to some unknown force that appears to have noticed me looking, which means there's a fair chance it's a trap. Anyone up for springing it with me?"

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"If all you need is a few moments, I would gladly allow you control to perform these actions." He says, after a moment of thought.

"As for the tunnel, if we're going to walk into what could very well be a trap, we will need an escape route of some kind in case it is too much for our abilities that whatever it is can not immediately follow."

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Omnetheus (Jack)

"I can assist you in this manner Sylvia, as long as you've got my back. Roughly how far is it? I don't want to end up in solid rock. Give me a rough distance and how long it will take you to get there. I'll step down so I arrive with you." He turns to Orman. "I trust in my reflexes. Should some threat present itself, I am confident I can escape without great injury."

Assuming the distance is less than 480 feet, I'll wait for 'Sylvia' to fly down ethereally, cast Superiour Invisibility and Ebon Eyes on myself prior to her arrival (I'll count seconds in my head), then Step down to meet her as she enters the chamber. If the distance is more than 480 feet, I tell her I cannot teleport that far.

This way Belial can either say yes or no to the distance and immediately tell us what we see (assuming Sylvia agrees to this plan) without waiting for our response.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" nods at the very trusting man, and says "Just ... let it happen..." as she steps into him, pushing his soul aside for a moment and taking over. She then proceeds to check for, and remove, any armor he may be wearing that would interfere with spellcasting, and casts her spell to Blank the mind (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/mindBlank.htm) of the man armed with the guisarme, and any others who need it. She then re-dons any armor that may have been removed, and releases the very trusting man to resume control of his clay.

As she's dealing with the armor, "Sylvia" responds to "Jack" "It's probably simplest just to walk; I traced the stabilized cavern, it's only a few hundred feet that way" "Sylvia" points "And will be a simple matter for anyone to get to. I can go from A to C without the B, and can bring five others with me, but due to some issues with touching, it takes a bit long to be used as a path of retreat. I can usually aid fairly effectively in battle, however."



If you need a Mind Blank, Marassa has two remaining after that casting, and is fairly free with applying her magic on allies. Feel free to write accepting it into your posts. I just need to be able to count remaining spell slots.

[Dreamwisp]

?

As the beast takes in all this information and as he shares it with the rest of them the ones surrounding Jack cannot hear. Noticing their silence it asks the rest.

"You all talk of trust yet one of you is suppressing my abilities." I have no voice to speak, I have revealed myself and yet am still deceived."

It also asks what has been said by the others, trying to trust others it has yet to fade into the shadows.

My character cannot make noise and so cannot be heard without telepathy. I also end my detect evil to prove my intentions.
Also remember that his field messes with divination.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

You here a voice in your head, and soon after the tall ascetic man makes eye contact with you. He quickly realizes that not many can here him, so he begins to say allowed.

"Please, you may all call me Nosco. It is good to see that everyone here is somewhat protected from being gazed upon. I am also happy to see that so many are in disguise. Good ones at that. I am not one of the fighting nature, as you all may know... but it seems most of you are. It seems we should make a plan of action."

Nosco, as he is now known, pulls out one of his books, and begins to scribble down as much as he can whilst standing. His walking stick is hung with great care from his belt, using the crystal on top to hook it to his belt. He looks worried.

Nature Check! [roll0]

@all with disguises;
I can see through them, mundane or polymorph, whatever it is, even if you have mind blank. please include spoiler directed at me telling your "true" form.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" rubs her forehead, and steps to where the beast should be able to 'hear' her.

"It's not that he's out to cripple you; it's that he is unsure of what abilities our opponents have at hand, and for now we are not strong enough for a direct confrontation, so he goes out of his way to nullify as many methods of detection as he can manage - one of which, unfortunately, seems to involve turning off your particular method of communication. Here, I'll translate for now..."

"Sylvia" begins the rather dull, if helpful for memory, process of mentally repeating what is said, prefacing the mental words with the publicly-used name of the individual speaking.

Marassa generally uses the guise of a simple peasant woman, with a ruddy complexion, hands that have clearly seen hard labor all their lives. She is plain with brown eyes and hair, in simple non-whitened homespun clothing. If you penetrate the illusion, there are few resemblances. Her skin is flawless, if pale. Her eyes are blue, her hair is blond, her figure is decidedly hourglass.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Omnetheus (Jack)

"Thank you Sylvia, you're quite right. If the beast can sense me, the enemy can sense me. And I know of creatures whose capacity for reaching minds extends over miles. If our enemy possesses but a fraction of that ability, they would know of our approach hours before we could even lay eyes upon their lair. Perhaps in time and in a safer locale, the beast and I may speak mind to mind, but the here and now is not that time and place." He turns to the silent beast, shrugs, and says with a grin, "No hard feelings, big guy."

[Dreamwisp]

?

The large beast turns to face Sylvia, thanks her for her efforts and responds in kind."I will help you and as we both seem unbound to this plane it should be easy to scout . "I will also accept any help you have, but be warned do no try any tricks."

As another approaches he again loses his voice and as Jack arrives he makes some motions. They mean nothing to the beast and it moves swiftly fading away to the ethereal to finish his conversation. "I will search the area after any "help" you give."

The wolf returns to await Sylvia and shortly after the beast is instantly gone pulling the shadows around itself as it shifts to the ethereal plane.

You see though my disguise and it is the same!? A large obsidian wolf sits in the thin shadow of another.

@everyone
Let's assume when you talk I can hear a mental echo as long as you are not near Jack. This is just to prevent me asking to have every thing repeated all the time, unless of course you do not want me to "hear" you.

@NadrojOfTheMad
As Belial ruled mind blank will protect you from such creatures. Until you have mind blank it is a good defense but using it may reveal you when hidden. Sylvia has one more casting after this.

As I speed off to scan the area I move 500ft a round or half though the ethereal, though I become material after moving.

[Ipphli]

Oros

The tall human smiles and bows his head in thanks to Sylvia as she casts her spell on him. "Thank you my dear. I shall not forget this." Looking around at the rest of the party he claps his hands and rubs them together. "If no one has any objections, I'll lead the way. I'm a bit harder to hurt than I look." If no one objects, he'll begin walking in the direction Sylvia indicated earlier.


The human form you see is Oros' true form.

Yes, I took the last mind blank. :smallwink:

[kladams707]

Misty raises her bow in response. I too shall go with you. I have stealth, and an extra pair of eyes never hurts. I accept any help you give to the now formed scouting party. She hear's the voice in her head, and shivers a bit thinking That was a bit disturbing.

[loser0ll]

---Dashar-Ni---

"A cave, huh? Could be a trap indeed... but give me a little while. Less than 20 minutes, and I should be able to tell you a good bit more about whether or not this place is worth examining... at least for the first portion."
With this done, he settles down into a sitting position and begins a chant.

Casting Arcane Eye - heading into the direction of the entrance mentioned. If the distance is just a few hundred feet, it should cover it in about a minute - so it can cover about 1,500 feet (a little over a quarter of a mile) into the tunnel itself while searching and examining the ceilings, walls and floors. The magical censor is invisible. My search modifier is a +20 in case I need to make checks for Secret Doors or a trap. If the tunnel branches in multiple directions, I'll let you decide the direction randomly to avoid slowing the game down with back-and-forth over minor details.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Omnetheus (Jack)

"If we're pausing for a moment to gather intelligence, perhaps you'll all indulge me in a little hobby of mine. I can weave our life forces into a mystic tapestry. This will allow me to affect all of you equally with a single spell. Weaving it will take no more time than it will take our friend here to finish his spell, and I believe the effects will be most beneficial."

+23 to Spellcraft and +21 to Knowledge (arcana). I automatically know Dashar is casting Arcane Eye and I'm guessing I know its casting time.

Up to 9 others can be woven into the tapestry (I'm automatically included and don't count as one of the nine). Only living creatures can be woven in, however, so undead need not apply. Since there are more than 9 possible targets, I'll weave in the first 9 who want in. I can take 10 on the Craft check and automatically succeed in creating the tapestry.

[loser0ll]

---Dashar-Ni---
The man sitting on the ground keeps his eyes closed, clearly focused on the spell, but raises one hand briefly. "I'll join in, so long as I can leave it whenever I desire. Call me Dashar-Ni... it's no more my true name than the ones you all have provided, but it'll do."

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

@Jack
"This tapestry you speak of, what exactly is it? I'm very interested!"

[NadrojOfTheMad]

"Dashar, you will remain part of the tapestry for one day or until I take the time to reweave it. However I assure you it will in no way impede or restrict your actions.

Nosco, it is a technique developed by pragmatic mages to bolster large groups of allies with minimal effort. It takes a degree of arcane knowledge as well as a talent for weaving, but the effects can be spectacular. The weaver binds together the invisible threads of life force all living creatures share into a mystic tapestry. This tapestry can not only be used to share a spell's effect, but it can be used to store spells to be released at a moment's notice."

Eldritch Tapestry, page 112 of Heroes of Battle for the full tech explanation.

[loser0ll]

---Dashar-Ni---
"Very well then - weave your net, if you have nothing else to do while I finish my work. It will take a few minutes yet..." Dashar-Ni seems hesitant to be bound to others, but is evidently either desperate or confident enough to allow it... after all, it -is- only for a day, and then he can choose whether or not he is comfortable with it. And this first day, when the first blow is struck along the path of reclaiming his power... yes, Dashar-Ni will need all the power that he can get.

[kladams707]

I would join,but would you say it might be more suitable for those who are more dependant on magic. As I said, I have some spells, which supplement my abilities, however I've no idea of everyon' elses? Misty replies. Though I will accept the tapestry should there be...enough room

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Omnetheus (Jack)

"Truthfully Misty, those of a martial persuasion would benefit from my talents, perhaps more than those who use magic themselves. With one gesture, I could render all those woven invisible or I could allow all woven to strike as if initiative were theirs. Any simple spell that could affect one of us can affect all of us if cast through the tapestry."

The Eldritch Tapestry magic bullet here is Snake's Swiftness. If I cast it into the tapestry, everyone affected can make an immediate attack at their full attack bonus. So 1 2nd level spell = up to 9 attacks...and the sheets I saw say we've got some heavy hitters. And it's melee or ranged attack, so no one needs to be left out. Note that immediate here doesn't mean immediate action, it just means what it normally means...right away.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

To Jack, "This tapestry intrigues me. If you've the space to give, I'll accept the weaving. You'll have to detail to me more later the inner workings of this art, I suspect we can find more interesting uses of this ability if we put our minds to it."

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

While waiting for the one called Dashar-Ni to finish his divinations, "Sylvia" responds to the half-question from the one called Misty on what those around her can still do.

"Well, 'Misty', I know not what fragments of themselves the others kept, but I am very hard to harm, can push people around fairly effectively, have a suite of defensive spells, as well as some direct-offense and utility spells, can summon lesser elementals to my aid, and do some fairly mean things to people."

"Now that I'm thinking about it, who's good with fighting at close ranges, and who needs to be well away from opponents? It'll be useful to know whom to push an opponent past, whom to push an opponent at, and whom to push an opponent away from."

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Omnetheus (Jack)

"Sylvia, I would appreciate all the distance possible between myself and our enemies. I am not completely devoid of combat ability, but my talents are best suited for out of melee."

[Ipphli]

Oros

Oros stops and turns to face the group. He smiles as he walks back towards Jack. "I will happily join your weave. Tell me, can any of us make use of it, or only yourself? And if we are tied together, does that mean anything that happens to one happens to all?"

He then looks over at Sylvia. "My forte is close-quarters combat, so I would be one of those to push the enemy towards. Although I do require a bit of....room once the fighting begins. But let us hope we can avoid a fight for as long as possible, eh? No need to expend our energies so soon, after all."

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"Agreed.", says Orman as he nods to Oros. "We'd do well to conceal most of our talents from the enemy for as long as possible. Like Oros, I specialize at melee combat, although I prefer to keep my foes at least arms length away and I make it a point to strike as such to keep them that way."

Orman then looks to wolf-shaped being, and then to the rest of the group. "I have not heard a word spoken to our newfound friend here, nor anything spoken from him to me. Has he made contact with anyone at all?"

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Yes, he's a telepath, and a fairly good one. Unfortunately, he seems to be a bit lacking in standard speech, and your defensive spells make cross-communication somewhat difficult."

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"A telepath? Most interesting. But, I've no spells that block telepathy. It must be blocked by something else, perhaps the static that Jack here had mentioned earlier?"

[amiplayable]

Dov

Dov steps forward as more people volunteer into the weave. "I would like to be a part of this weave as well. I am not very good at close-quarters, however. In fact, I despise it. I am better suited away from enemies. I would much rather aid those who are close to enemies. If this will hinder the weave, I understand."

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

Ah, an arcane tapestry? I've heard of these before, they're great, aren't they? Now, it seems we have a scouting party headed out, is there anything we can do while we wait for them to come back?

Nosco stops his writing and takes the crystal off his cane. He gleefully plays with it, letting it run up his arms and across his chest. He has a big smile across his face.

[Voice of Reason]

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

You have my permission to weave me into your tapestry. Although to trust blindly would be foolhardy, a lack of trust will just as surely kill us all. I do not claim any exceptional melee training, but I am competant enough on the front lines to perhaps be of some use to you.

I know not enough about your strange magic to know exactly how it works, now that my diefic knowledge is denied me. I would suggest that you weave my other form into your magic, the form I shall use to confront the enemy, to be certain of its success. I was hesitant to manifest my full stength before, but we are quickly running of out of time in which to act. We are well-masked by Jack's illusions, as Dov can attest, and my own magics ought to prevent scrying on me in particular. In any event, I fear our presense will soon no longer be secret in any event when we intervene here.

Ireonna walks a small distance away to give her some space, and begins the transformation. Her form elongates and grows until it towers above everyone else assembled, at least until they choose to likewise manifest their strength. The human woman is no longer present, but tranformed into a magnificent Bronze Dragon: sixteen thousand pounds of scaled flesh.

This is the form I humbly request you weave into your tapesty, "Jack." Although I dislike the deception, I suppose I must provide an alias. For now, you may call me Eilonna.

Ireonna takes the name of an unimportant woman she once helped in a crisis. The woman is long dead, and the deed would have been all but forgotten, but the resemblance in the woman's name to her own was hard to forget; Ireonna settled upon it because it would be easy to remember to which name she ought to respond.

Her "disguise" having been discarded, Ireonna layers a few more obvious spells over the impressive amount already in effect.

I actually was unsure of how the Dragon Incarnate's class ability would impact the tapesty weaving, so I decided not to take the chance (a DA has two natural forms seperate from one another). I figured that Mind Blank ought to protect from most divinations, while Jack's ward (30'x30'x30' cubes are still easily big enough to house a gargantuan dragon) would keep out mundane eyes until such a point where it no longer became necessary.

Ireonna will now also cast her Persisted Dragonskin and Greater Mighty Wallop (tail slap) spells. I haven't taken particular note of anyone yet using a primarily bludgeoning weapon, but Ireonna can increase the damage of a bludeoning weapon by 4 size catergories for 16 hours easily (3rd level) or 32 with a little more difficulty (4th level).

[Dreamwisp]

?

As the great beast fades away it returns a few moments later. The only indication of its presence is the relay of information found to those who can "hear".

My character has already scouted the intimidate area (1,000ft) in and around the entrance in a short amount of time (less than 30sec) before the rest head out and has returned.

Thanks to mind blank I should be nigh impossible to perceive now.

I know nothing of Jacks machinations until told.

[Belial_the_Leveler]

The cave is just a normal hole in the earth, seemingly a natural cavern despite the elemental upheaval in the region. It is wide enough for two humans to walk abreast and about as tall-some of the larger members of the group might need to change shape to fit inside or ignore physical barriers as they move.

The mundane nature of the cavern persists for at least a thousand feet-as far as you can see inside it-and there are no obvious dangers to the group in it. From the downward slope of the cavern and the dryness of the air you suspect the cave continues on to greater depths still...

[loser0ll]

---Dashar-Ni---

For this post, I'm assuming the tapestry has been woven with it's maximum numbers, for the sake of keeping things moving... if the DM prefers that we have everyone specifically volunteer until we hit the cap, I'll edit this post, but until he says otherwise I'll assume it's okay for us to take a shortcut or two to save spending 3 days worrying over minutia every time something like this happens between now and the 'thinning of the herd' so to speak... plus, I'm not really.
Wrapping up his magical search, he Dashar-Ni addresses the party assembled. "Alright then... first things first... what exactly happened a few minutes ago? I was focused mostly on the spell, but for a second I opened my eyes and was almost certain I saw a Bronze Dragon - and a very large one at that. I don't suppose one of you is the fallen god... nevermind. Best not to speak such things directly, whether or not the answer is yes.
Regardless - in case any of you didn't get the message from whatever the silent thing is supposed to be, his scouting and my magic both reveal that for at least a thousand feet, the cave is stable and large enough for two of us to walk abreast. Enormous Dragons however... well, there are some downsides to being rediculously large and powerful. We should probably have two of our close-combat specialists in front to hold off any enemy rush, and at least one in the rear to hold off ambushes from behind. We magically focused should probably stick to the middle... although on point we'll need someone able to deal with traps should we come across them... I'm competent, if none of you have put a great deal of effort into mastering such things?"
Although organizing and leading others seems to be a natural inclination, he does seem to recall that he is no longer a God instructing his chosen people, and turns to the self-proclaimed 'tactician' of the group. "Do you agree, or have anything to add, since I'm sure you retain some of your expertise from your days as a godly strategist?"

[Oslecamo]

The singing paladin(Leonardo)

Very well. I guess there's no more need for my disguise.
With these words, starts growing slowly. His neck stretches, his fingernails sharpen into claws, his skin starts to be covered by scales. The ragged clothes grow with him, rebuilding themselves and becoming a variety of magic items.

When the transformation ends, before stands you a mighty dragon, encased in a massive armor of metal and glowing scales.

The dragon then splits in several ones, and they all start singing in union, inspiring the members of the group for the fight to come.

Onwards! For glory and a brighter future!


Becoming a dragon as large as it can fit inside the cave.

Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)[roll0].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)


Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

I take [roll1] points of nonlethal damage for using the words of creation.

Defenses:
AC: 41(35 touch, 37 flat footed)
Saves +41 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.


(I'll acept the tapestry gladly)

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

"While only I may cast spells into the tapestry, the tapestry itself does not carry harmful effects. In fact, the nature of the weaving prevents any effects that are not harmless from being transmitted. And while truth of form is appreciated, the weave is not broken by shapeshifting. Bound in one form, bound in all."

AC 32, touch 20, flat-footed 32
Saves F/R/W +26/+27/+24

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked.
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass) (This wasn't added before when I was being detected by various people since I was confirming it was a SLA)

[kladams707]

Then as I said, Misty responds to jack first, I will take the tapestry. She turns to Sylvia after she suggests we know our strengths, My specialty, as I'm sure you can tell is archery. Melee is definitely not my forte.[b]

Misty turns her attention to Dashar-ni. [b]I too have a good deal experience with traps, but you may by all means be the one to take point on the search. However, it might be best I go with you if not for anything more than to give you a little backup. I do however agree with the marching order once we enter the cave.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

Recognizing the spell, "Sylvia" chooses to keep her wits about her, rather than simply accepting things as they come, even if it does make for a bit more durability. At the question of traps, "Sylvia" replies "I can deal with many, but it is rather noisy; if you're skilled at them, by all means, take point in that regard."


Will Save vs. Spells, Empyreal Ecstasy: [roll0] - I'm guessing that'll pass. If not, roll your SR penetration vs. a 26.

[Oslecamo]

Stupid minimum word count...
You pass. Heck, you just wasted a natural 20!

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna)

In answer to Sylvia's question Ghautar says, "I am one of those who you would 'push' towards the enemy although a bit of room to strike would do no harm"

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (aka Oros)

Oros looks stunned as his two companions change into dragons. After a few moments he laughs out loud. "Brother! Sister! I'm so glad to learn you live!" He smiles as he, too, slowly changes into a dragon, a gold one. He looks at himself, then at the others. "Not the color I'm used to, but it will have to do for now I suppose." He moves off in the direction of the cave, calling back over his shoulder. "As my brother said, onwards! Take point Dashar-Ni; just be ready to move behind me should the enemy suddenly appear. I'd hate to hit you by accident."


Turn into a Large dragon
AC: 42
Fort: 37
Reflex: 26
Will: 28
Constant Magic Circle against Evil centered on myself

[Voice of Reason]

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

It would help not to have anyone in my way so that I do not have to worry about catching anyone in my spells, but I can opperate just find without being in the front. I shall volunteer to guard the rear, as I only lose a bit of effectiveness there, and am durable enough to survive any surprise assault on our rear. A brief modification of form, and the cave will no longer seem so inadequate.

The bronze dragon shrinks rather significantly.

Yes, let us make haste. I hate to be rushed myself, but every minute idling here is another minute in which the enemy may be building their own strength below.

Ireonna returns Oros' smile.

I am relieved to know that you yet live, and you as well, of course she mentions to Leonardo.

Let us hope that the fate that has brought us together does not relieve us of each others' company in the battle that is to come.

Go from Gargantuan down to Large size. I'm really quite ashamed of myself at this point. I had intended to take Freedom of Movement specifically so that I could take larger forms into smaller spaces. Despite have twice the number of spells known, I not only failed to take Freedom of Movement, but any other spell that would help in this matter. I must have thought the 1 round/level freedom of movement from Heart of Water would be enough for emergencies. Worse! It's an abjuration, which means it would have been automatically extended if I'd cast it.

Being large changes my charecter sheet every so slightly from it's standard form (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=154425):

-Size bonus is only -1 to AC. Therefore, AC 55.
-Natural Weapon damage is decreased to large size, as are my reaches. The exeption is that my Tail Slap deals damage as a Colossal weapon, thanks to Mighty Wallop, Greater.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

"Well what are we waiting for? Let's check out the cave!"

Nosco looks around excitedly. He is confused at the sight of the dragons. He already knew they were there, but is just worried that breaking form so fast might not have been so good of an idea. "Oh well, I guess we are all protected from divinations, aren't we? Any who, I'm not quite the fighting type, I volunteer to walk in the middle of the group."

Share Pain (psicrystal) (free 3/day)
Inertial Armor (29AC) (16pp)
Adapt Body (free 1/day)
Mind Blank (14pp)
Contingency (Schism @ hostile intent)
Open Chakra (12 pp)
Detect Remote Viewing (free 1/day)
Danger Sense (Imp Uncanny, +4 reflex/AC against traps (9pp)
..at least. There might be more due to new Divine Power

AC 51 Touch 22
12/23/28 saves

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

Finishing his work, Jack sets off with the others. As they walk, he begins to weave his favorite spells into the tapestry in case of trouble. After a minute of weaving, Jack seems to teleport a short distance ahead before continuing to walk with the group. Those with magical perception know the truth...

Every non-undead member of the 'party' except the Unknown is woven in. I miscounted, Unknown and one other are excluded. Orman, Oros, Misty, Eilonna, and Dashar have confirmed their spots. 4 spots remain. If anyone doesn't want to be woven in, I'll assume the remainder do. I excluded Unknown since, at the moment, we have not communicated. For book-keeping, the 3 Investitures and Spiderskin are woven in. They have neither effect nor do they use duration until I release them.

Since I have Mislead (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/mislead.htm) at will, I will use it continuously to maintain an illusion of myself walking 15 feet away from my actual location. I'll concenctrate to maintain the illusion until just before the duration of the invisibility ellapses, end concentration and create a new illusion in the same space as the old one (which will just keep walking without my direction).

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"That marching order is... Acceptable. Whether it's optimal or not remains to be seen, but we can refine it later if it is necessary. I'm willing to take any of the outer guard positions, as I'm adept at halting enemies in their tracks."

After saying such, he walks a fair distance away from Jack, so that he leaves the distance of the static.

After he's out of the statics range, he attempts to make contact with the unkown one. "I must apologize, I had not realized that your communication was being blocked. You may call me Orman, and my abilities are at your service. Though, I must ask, what powers do you bring to bear against the evil forces?"

[Dreamwisp]

?

In short order the one know as Orman "hears" the silent voice.

"It matters little what I tell you, for when we fight you will see the results of my ability."

AC 26/14/21
Saves 38/32/27

Shadowblend
Mindblank

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"I simply ask so that I may not get in your way. ", replies Orman. "I'd rather not step on each others toes once battle commences, for even the slightest mistake may cost us dearly in these perilous times."

[Dreamwisp]

?

The shadow beast responds quickly. "Worry not about me in this regard."

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" considers for a moment on how she wants to phrase a word of caution to the nameless beast as she continues with the rest of those courageous enough to face the caves.

"We have already established that there is one defensive spell in use that incidentally silences your 'voice'. Are you willing to risk the problems that may arise if you do not go over your abilities and their limitations?"

[dspeyer]

Hai (Yaukh)

"As for the weave, have you planned which which empowerments to spread through it? We might choose those of us who will most benefit.

As for the cave, yes it could be a trap and yes someone must take the risk to scout it, but need it be one of us?"

Hai casts Summon Nature's Ally III to summon a Satyr. He directs the creature: "Sneak into that cave, find out what's in it, then return and tell us."

[Dreamwisp]

?

The beast is taken aback at the concern the others have shown it. At this display it responds with guarded optimism."Truly the concern you show is touching and I thank you for it, but as I did lose my voice so to was revealed the source of it." "In the denial of my abilities I may benefit."


@dspeyer
We have already scouted the first 1,000ft of the cave but that may indeed be helpful.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

Knowing as the spellcasting begins that the resources are already spent, "Sylvia" doesn't interrupt Hai as he completes his spell, simply asking, after: "Is there any particular reason why you're sending a Summoned scout a few hundred feet into an area that's already being scried out by the one called Dashar-Ni?"

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

"I would not object to having a living creature enter before us. He may yet trigger a trap or two that we have not detected. However, I wish that he had been properly guarded against divination before entering, such carelessness may give away our position." says Orman, coldly, obviously disagreeing with the summons.

"As for our unnamed friend, here, I don't believe any protective spell we have silences him. As near as I can tell, this is only done by the static that our comrade Jack seems to generate."

Mind Blank, or anything else we're using as far as I can tell, doesn't stop telepathy, just mindsight. He can contact us, just not retrieve information.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

As Nosco walks with you group you notice that the blue tint on his skin becomes more noticeable as he begins to walk. After walking for a second or two, his body appears dim, and the blue tint seems to glow very slightly. The next second he's gone. Only minutes later when the chosen all stop does he seem to fade back in.

[Belial_the_Leveler]

As you descend into the cave, you find no traps, no creatures waiting, just an empty tunnel going on and on... until you reach a massive chamber.

The chamber is nearly three hundred feet wide and just as tall, four other tunnels like your own leading away from it in regular intervals. A massive twisted pentagram has been carved in the stone floor from wall to wall, the symbol of a great eye inlaid upon it. Rather than simple lines, the symbols are made of runes, runes in the terrible language of the Enemy.

The points of the pentagram lie before each one of the five entrance tunnels and through the four other tunnels massive elemental energy is being channelled into the symbol, making the runes glow. In the center of the gigantic diagram, the elemental forces collide, mixing into a sphere of power. Within the sphere lies darkness as of someone tore off a patch of midnight and imprisoned it in the sphere of power. Within the darkness, you can see two eyes glowing like distant stars watching you...

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omentheus)

Jack walks calmly toward the eyes in the sphere, trying to glean what he can about their nature.

I'm not going anywhere, I'm moving the illusion closer to see if A) It can tell it's not real and/or B) if it's hostile. If the illusion is attacked, I'll have it react, Will DC 41 to disbelieve. Knowledge (arcana) or (the planes) available upon request to know anything of it's nature.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

A feeling of great unease comes over Orman as he approaches the chamber. Upon seeing the great sphere, he slows, and attempts to discern it's purpose, function, or abilities before continuing.

Knowledge Checks
Knowledge (Local) [roll0]
Knowledge (Religion) [roll1]
Knowledge (Planes) [roll2]
Knowledge (Dungeoneering) [roll3]
Knowledge (Nature) [roll4]
Knowledge (Arcana) [roll5]

Waiting to see what I know before proceeding into the chamber.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" takes a moment to watch the effect, attempting to discern what magics are at work, and watching to see whether the elemental forces seem to be hindering the darkness, or feeding it.


Knowledge(Arcana): [roll0]
Spellcraft: [roll1]
Spot: [roll2]

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (aka Oros)

The large gold dragon stops at the entrance to the cavern, careful not to cross the lines of the pentagram. He frowns as he looks over his shoulder at the others. "Anyone have any clues about what or who this is?"

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna)

Ghautar moves up to stand beside the gold dragon and says, "None at all I'm afraid, but I hope that it does not harbor any ill intentions towards us, so for now we should watch it and see what it does"

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

"Interesting... I wonder what this is..." He takes a book out of his bag and begins to write what he's is seeing.

Knowledge History [roll0]
Knowledge Arcana [roll1]
Knowledge Psionics [roll2]
Knowledge Religion [roll3]

[Voice of Reason]

Irenonna ("Eilonna")

Ireonna feels a shiver run down her spine as she takes note of the eyes, looking back at her. She very quickly takes an analysis of the room, and then quickly ducks back and averts her eyes from the sphere, suddenly glad that she agreed to take the position of rear guard, for the other dieties now shield her from the gaze of the eyes. Ireonna thinks about what she's seen, and without looking up, responds.

The pentagram is inscribed with the runes of the Enemy, which is no doubt perverting the elemental forces here to it's benefit. Even if you speak with cautious optimism, think of what is happening above us! You remember the earthquake? The temperature swings? The gods only know (pun intended) what's been going on since we started on our way down. If we do nothing, it's likely that the thousand innocent people above us will die, many of them no doubt former believers in us; failure to save them now would be the ultimate betrayal of their trust.

So far as I am concerned, the question is not if it harbors "Ill intentions" but whether the consequences of destroying it will be even more dire. I believe I can disrupt the sphere's flow of elemental energy briefly, just over two minutes or so, but that may leave it vulnerable.

I've been reading over the spell "Wall of Force." It says that it's immune to all types of damage, and so I believe it could be used to block the energy flow to the sphere. At this point though, we have no idea what that would actually accomplish, as expressed in Ireonna's concern. Information from anyone with divinations stronger than Detect Magic would be appreciated.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

"I'm going to attempt to figure out exactly what this is. Either way, I agree with the Ireonna fellow. Let's see what happens when we break it.... Nosco begins to speak what seem to be nonsense words, and preforms simple motions with his hands (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/DetectMagic.htm). When he stops, he is completely still, his eye's seem glazed over.

With my Clearsight, does my perception of the room change at all?

Spellcraft [roll0]

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Despite being able to see things as they really are, those that examine the room in this way see nothing out of place. The black sphere remains as is as does pretty much everything else in the chamber.
Those of you examining the room much more closely magic-wise however, can see magical emanations of immense power coming through the runic diagram. Though it is made by the runes of the enemy, the diagram is quite easy to decipher; it is a binding diagram for extradimensional creatures. Of course, it is incalculably more powerful than a normal binding diagram. In fact, you suspect it is powerful enough to hold an immortal in her full power, not just a more limited extraplanar entity. The diagram is so strong it cannot be sustained by itself; you suspect the four flows of elemental energy are just that.

As you examine the diagram and the contents imprisoned therein, a booming voice that nearly knocks you off your feet interrupts you. After a split second of disorientation you realise that is what a major immortal's voice would sound like when they are speaking directly to lesser creatures... or fallen deities;

CAUTIOUS. ALWAYS CAUTIOUS. BEWARE LEST CAUTION INHIBIT YOUR EFFORTS AS MUCH AS YOUR COMPLACENCY DID OF OLD.
DO YOU KNOW HOW LONG I HAVE BEEN WAITING? NO, I SUPPOSE NOT. YOU ARE, AFTER ALL, ALMOST MORTAL BY NOW. I DOUBT YOU CAN COUNT AS HIGH AS THREE BILLION, ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SIX MILLION, TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND AND ELEVEN. THAT IS HOW LONG I HAVE BEEN WAITING, IN THIRD-ORDER FRACTIONS OF A DAY, AS HUMANS RECKON TIME.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

"Imprisoned, not fallen. Fascinating. Do you retain full access to your powers? If we release you, can you lend what power you retain to our cause?"

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)

Finding the booming voice intimidating, Dov did not yet stand. Rather, she settled for sitting up instead. "Thank you kindly, for your warning. I'm sorry that you have had to wait so long. Will you do us the honor to reveal yourself to us? At the very less, a name to which we can refer to you?"

[kladams707]

Misty, uncharacteristically not paying attention, freezes at the sound of the voice. However, she shakes off that feeling as she comes to the realization of what this voice could be. As Jack asks about releasing, Misty says Hold on a second. Is it really wise to immediately consider releasing such a prisoner? Particularly one that has been waiting? And waiting for what exactly? Misty looks towards the voice as she asks her last question. Turning back to Jack, she continues While I admit there is some wisdom in this voice's words, let us not be hasty.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

Quickly closes the distance between himself and Misty, and whispers to her quickly in a sharp tone. "Jack has made no moves to actually release this being, he appears to merely be bartering with it at this time. If he acts on this without proper precautions then intervention may be in order, but for now it would be best not to undermine him during the bargaining process, or, if you wish to do so, then you should keep such things quiet so our new associate does not second guess our intentions."

[Dreamwisp]

?

As everyone else arrives in the cavern, the beast hears the booming voice in it's mind, wincing at the mental anguish it returns quickly from scouting though the various tunnels. Arriving a few moments later it relays any information found, but stays away from the group. The only remark made is a subtle hint.

"You might spread out a bit."

AC 26/14/21
Saves 38/32/27

Shadow Blend
Mind Blank
Detect Evil

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" walks over to the elemental earth channel, a bit away from the group to examine it a bit more closely. Watching the energy flows, looking for control mechanisms, and so on. Contemplating how it might interact with the sudden appearance of a Force barrier, as well. Meanwhile, she converses slightly.

"Don't be too quick to let him out; when ousting a king you don't let loose everyone in the dungeons - not all are political prisoners. We need to get his Name before letting him loose."


Spellcraft: [roll0]

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omentheus)

Jack spins to address those who questioned his actions. "Callous fools! Are we so quick to abandon a fellow immortal in need? Did we not hasten to each other's aid when we felt a call greater than ourselves? And did our short time together not lead us here? Here we find a kindred spirit less fortunate than ourselves; for while we lost but our power, here freedom was lost. We may not have been able to walk betwixt the stars as once we could, but we were still free to walk where our now-mortal legs could carry us! Not so with this imprisoned soul!" He turns to face the eyes in the dark and bows deeply. "I cry your pardon on behalf of my fellows. Too long hiding from the eye of our common enemy has made us cold to the needs of others, fearful of reaching out lest we lose the hand that offers succor. Yet here we now stand, perhaps late, but now steadfast in our purpose. And so I humbly ask again, shackled one: if we free you from your prison, will you help us right those wrongs which plague us all?"

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (Oros)

Oros nods in agreement with Sylvia as he moves along the edge of the cavern, opposite the direction she took. He's careful not to disrupt or cross the diagram. "If you truly are an ally, you should have no problem identifying yourself. This could be a trap, for all we know."

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" raises an eyebrow at the verbose one. "I did not say we should not let the poor imprisoned out. Merely that we should know who we are unleashing first."

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

Looking inquisitively at the forces holding it locked up, he puts the book he was writing into his bag, and takes out a new one, and begins writing. He looks up at the creature and down at the book again and again, and slowly begins to speak... "Ah, yes, tell us poor soul, who are you? Why are you here? What were you waiting for? What is this place exactly?"

[Belial_the_Leveler]

AN ARTIST WOULD FIND THIS PLACE FASCINATING FOR A SIMILAR-MINDED ARTIST DESIGNED IT. THE REMAINING HALF OF A BROKEN WHOLE ASKS FOR THE WHOLE PICTURE NOT KNOWING THAT A HALF CANNOT SEE ALL THAT IS. NATURE UNWISELY QUESTIONS ANOTHER'S NATURAL RESPONCE. PEOPLE FORGET THAT THOSE THAT CAN TALK FROM AFAR CAN USUALLY HEAR FROM AFAR AND USE WRONG TACTICS IN COVERTLY RELAYING INFORMATION. PEOPLE ALSO HIDE IN THE DARK IN A SELF-DEFEATING ATTEMPT TO CONCEAL THEMSELVES FROM THE DARK. LUCK IS UNLUCKY IN HER EFFORTS AND ASSUMPTIONS BUT EITHER TOO PROUD TO ADMIT IT OR TOO STUBBORN TO CHANGE HER MIND. TEN GOLD SAYS THIS IS A TRAP; AN IRRELEVANT BET FOR YOU MUST DO IT ANYWAY OR GO SILENTLY INTO THE NIGHT. AND A SCRIBE ASSUMES THOSE WHO HAVE NOTHING ARE POOR WHEN THEY HAVE ALL OF THE MOST PRECIOUS COMMODITY OF ALL.

The swirling black entity in the elemental prison sighs.

NEITHER FORGIVE NOR FORGET MY INSULTING WORDS. THERE IS NOTHING TO FORGIVE IN UGLY BUT NECESSARY TRUTH. AND FORGETTING THE PROOF OF FAILINGS NEW AND OLD WILL LEAD YOU TO DISASTER.
AND NOW THAT I HAVE REVEALED MY IDENTITY AND THE REASON FOR MY IMPRISONMENT--YOU SHOULD ALREADY KNOW WHAT I WERE WAITING FOR--HOW ABOUT UNMAKING THIS BINDING OF TWISTED ORDER, NATURE AND TRUTH THAT KEEPS ME HERE?

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Sylvia" considers for a moment. "Hmm... the timing on that works out. I was never much good at history, though. Did we bring anyone along that was skilled enough with history to know what immortals were running around that were sufficiently powerful that we would have had to imprison them rather than killing them just a hair over 100 years ago? Do avoid Names, though, as the prisoner here did just confirm our opponents can hear those."

While she speaks, Sylvia does continue to examine the bindings.


Obviously failed the one on Earth - unless it's a really low DC - but going through all four elemental channels to get a good idea of what controls them, how they'd respond to a sudden barrier, and such.

Ah, right; can't edit in rolls. Grr.

[loser0ll]

The plain man stands quietly, waiting. And continues waiting...
Finally, he stomps forward as the creature delivers his newest speach, going as close to the darkness as he can, and turns back to the others.
"Enough of this! We babble and babble, talking about this and that, while the only thing showing any sense lies trapped and speaks in half-riddles, mocking us from a prison. Have we truly become this pathetic, that our only apparent option is to free something that judges us - and correctly so? You all do what you will."
Having said his peace, he turns back to the darkness, ignoring whatever the others might have to say about his behavior. "I've fallen to mortality, been bound to the body of a former follower, and even now much hide in a disguise of humanity. We have lost eternity itself - whatever comes of freeing you cannot be worse than the present. Tell me what must be done to free you, and I will do it, with or without the others."

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

Jack tilts his head to the side, looking at Dashar inquisitively.

"So you say we're pathetic because our only apparent option is to free this prisoner, and then you prostrate yourself more completely than any of us in the name of liberating it? Does that not make you the most pathetic of us all? Do I have that right? Please tell me. After all, I'm pathetic and worthy of mockery and judgement, and your wisdom is beyond reproach."

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (Oros)

Oros frowns and turns to face the others. "Stop, you two. Infighting will only benefit the Enemy. I agree we should seriously consider freeing this individual that knows so much about us already. But caution MUST be taken. We've not all lasted this long by being reckless, have we? And none of us are so great a fool as to do what they're told, simply because the one giving the orders is mysterious, are we? I thought not.

Personally I think we should examine the room, and possibly the tunnels, first. I still think this is a trap; having that notion brushed aside so casually only makes it seem more probable."

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

"Ah Jack, I beleive he is saying that at this point, we all are pathetic. We have all fallen from our former graces, and for that reason we have nothing to lose. We cannot become more pathetic then we already are, so we might as well let it go free. Not to say that I agree to that. I would like to set it free, if only to discover whom it is, and what it can do. And I would like to talk to it more freely on what is happening. Why doesn't someone try to free him? You say an impassable wall blocking the flow of energy, that might work. If one of the more physically inclined might be willing to try, how about just hitting it?" The discovery of this creature and his prison has made Nosco visibly happy. He is wearing a large smile on his face and has not stopped writing across various books since he entered the cave.

If we are being scryed upon, I have Detect Scrying up, so I would know. [roll0] is my caster check. Unless the scryer rolls higher, I now have an image in my head of what it looks like, and its general direction in relation to us.

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)

Dov seems very very, hurt at the creatures words and seemed to be visibly shaken by them. She only decides to speak once again when the others began to speak more about to do. We honestly shouldn't free this voice because of a lack of options, nor should we do so for their aid or for satisfying curiosity. It should be done, because that is what's right. They had made a request to be freed and therefore needs help. This imprisonment is not a burden that can be handled alone.

Then again, they are right. I am only half, so I cannot see 'all that is.' Do what you will, but know where I stand. I, too, would like to know what can be done of the bindings. If it cannot be done here, I wonder what of those caves.

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Further examination of the binding diagram reveals that it is fueled by four elemental forces bound with perfect order but the elemental powers themselves are in direct opposition, creating a buffer of chaos around that order.
The symbols of the binding diagram are much easier to understand. In fact, the symbols have legends in various common scripts around them that clearly and-after a closer examination so you can be sure-truthfully describe their meaning and function in great detail; the symbols are of long forgotten deities of light and good prominently displayed, inscriptions commemorating their names and most important deeds. It is as if someone did anything possible to make the nature of the symbols reveal itself and not secret, obscure or confusing.

As soon as the examination of the binding is done and voices of reason in the group begin to quiet the arguments, the booming voice sighs and speaks once more;

UNFORTUNATELY, I AM BOUND TO SPEAK ONLY THE TRUTH BUT NEVER A TRUTH THAT IS HELPFUL TO THOSE SEEKING TO FREE ME. MY PREVIOUS INSULTS FOR EXAMPLE; TRUE FROM BEGINNING TO END AND YET THERE WAS A GOOD CHANCE THEY'D MAKE YOU TO FIGHT AMONG YOURSELVES OR DISTRACT YOU FROM YOUR GOAL HERE. AND EVEN AS I AM SAYING THESE WORDS, THEY, TOO, ARE BOTH TRUTH AND WOULD NORMALLY DIMINISH YOUR WILLINGNESS TO HELP IF YOU THINK ABOUT WHAT WAS SAID AND DONE HERE.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

"Elements in opposition...Perhaps if we split into 2 groups, 7 each, we may each seek the source of one half of one of the opposing pairs. By which I mean, one group may seek water or fire while the other seeks air or earth. If we can cut of the source of the powers, then we can cease the elemental opposition that keeps this prison intact, breaking at once the order which shapes the prison and the chaos which fuels it. I suspect merely distrupting the runes would prove futile and best and fatal at worst."

[loser0ll]

Dashar-Ni barely spares Jack a glance as he replies. "I don't care who is the biggest fool in an army of jesters, and I'm fast approaching the point where being pathetic is becoming a lifestyle. We were gods - now we hide our very names. I will do anything and pay any price to regain what is mine. Although perhaps the fact that we combat each other might be an advantage...

Imprisoned... thing. I wish to free you, while the one called Jack stands in contention of my words, turning them against me and mocking me with sarcasm and pointless questions meant to remain unanswered. You can't speak a beneficial truth to one who seeks to free you. But can you speak the truth to one of us who thinks it is foolish to do so? One who doesn't wish to see this done, but instead wishes only for me to have additional rope with which to hang myself?"

[Voice of Reason]

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

Irenonna cannot fully understand the situation before her, and that is incredibly frustration for the former, nigh-omnipotent diety. As she thinks, her tail spins in lazy circles, a habit she picked up when she was mortal herself; it is so ingrained now that she doesn't even notice it.

So much of this doesn't make any sense. It seems so very much like a trap, but then why aren't we already dead? The others are convinced that the enemy has trapped this nameless diety here, but if it were intended to finish us, then why hasen't it been unleashed upon us already? Why risk our walking away unharmed by refusing to break the seal?

The only thing that makes sense is if this diety is somehow an annoyance to The Enemy, probably strong enough to avoid being destroyed completely, like the rest of us. But if the enemy has such an interest in keeping the diety locked up, we ought to have encountered resistance by now...but we haven't. So either the Enemy is unaware of our presense still, or this is part of some greater trap.

Ireonna sighs quiety.

I can't keep living with this cycle of constant self-guessing...either it's a trap, or it isn't, but thinking about it isn't going to help. Have we not already decided to strike a blow against the enemy? This would be an exellent start. If the strongest divinations of more than a dozen of our once strongest fellows are not enough to hide our location from the enemy, then there will never be a more opportune time to strike in any event. I only hope that destroying the wards does not cause the elemental forces to rage out of control.

Ireonna forces herself to look up at the trapped diety, and steps forward to converse with it.

Greetings to you, prisoner with no name. It seems clear to me that the Enemy wishes you to be kept bound here, whomever you may be. I find it likely that this is a trap, but the fact that I am not dead seems to indicate otherwise. If the Enemy considers it prudent to keep you locked up, then I consider your freedom a boon.

Ireonna's head snakes around to look at the others nearby

That is what we came together for, is it not? To strike back against the enemy?

She whispers a quick word to the plain man beside her.

I understand your frustrations, but you must be more tactful. Our compatriots have a valid concern that this power, when released, may turn on us, and unleash an even greater evil upon the world; I am willing to chance it as you are, but you mustn't be so hasty, lest the others turn on you in their fear.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

Grinning widely, Jack says smoothly, "Who's turning words now, Dashar? I was the first to step forward and offer aid, long before you decided to throw your self-righteous tantrum. If you think fighting amongst ourselves is an advantage perhaps you'll continue to further the cause? Or better still, why don't I lend you the rope you have want of to save my hands the effort and save my ears the torment of your whining."

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)

Dov glares just a bit at "Diran" and Jack. Stop, please. You both want to do the same thing, so there shouldn't be need for argument. Splitting into two does sound like a good enough idea. Splitting up more may be all the more dangerous. Let's figure out the groups, and all who wish to can try to free the voice. At the very least, we can understand this place all the more.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa

"Unbalance the cage, yes. Sounds good; I'd suggest we leave water running, but halt fire; leave air, but halt earth. Destroy the balance, and the cage tumbles... although that might be a bit rough on the occupant. Still, as the occupant had to be bound, it's not going to be lethal to do so. Shall we cast lots for who goes where?"

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

"While a random splitting may be fair, my power is dramatically increased when I am among those I have woven into my tapestry. I suggest those not woven to me form the basis of one group, and that our singing friend accompany them, for he seems adept, like myself, at bolstering allies. I will head the other group, and the rest of you may distribute yourselves as you see fair."

[kladams707]

Misty remains silent as this goes on, hesitant but with nothing else to add. I've had my say, and the consensus is thus. She listens to the others organizing, while she makes her own mental preparations, should things go wrong.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

He places a hand on Jacks shoulder, and nods to him. "I am in agreement with Jack. We should split up to cover more ground easily. I will, however, take the precaution of casting a spell on the majority of the seperated group, so if they become endangered we can assist them if possible. I can affect four people with this, and it will last for little more than half a day. If we stay seperate longer, they'll be on their own. In addition, I volunteer to join Jack's group, I feel our abilities will compliment each other nicely."

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna)

"I will go with the group without the singing dragon in it. Which ways will the two groups go to unblance this cage?" Ghautar says heading towards the man who said he'd lead the group without the singing dragon.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia)

"I was shooting for Earth and Fire as the target elements; Air and Water are usually slightly less destructive, so are expected to be a little kinder to the prisoner when the cage tumbles. I can go with whomever; I need little support."



AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort, Ref, Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the head of spell or spell-like ability

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock)

Sorry, just recently noticed:

Important stuff:
1) Always head your post with your character's real name in a parenthesis (if any) plus your currently assumed name, both in bold letters.
2) Check your character's divine powers in the SRD's divine abilities and feats section. Some ability names may be confusing. The main offender is Extra Domain-it sounds like you're getting an extra cleric domain for your divine casting class while in reality you get all the spells of that domain as at-will SLAs. Just saying that might come in handy if you want to sneak in undetected (trickery domain) or defend against magic (protection domain)
3) Add a spoiler with active effects, AC and saves.

[Oslecamo]

Singing Dragon(Leonardo)


Ah, our fates have been togheter entwined
Yet we must now go trough diferent marks...
I shall join with whoever is with me best aligned
In order to bring light to this era of darks!


Well I suck at poetry:P
Pretend that it was something really epic please.

Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)(1d4+5)[7].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)


Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

Defenses:
AC: 41(35 touch, 37 flat footed)
Saves +41 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.

[Voice of Reason]

Apparently you've never been witness to a truely awesome storm, my friend. The devestation of a bolt of lightning, the peal of thunder, the devestating force of the raging tornado. Hundreds of sailors die in storms at sea each year, and although it is the water that drowns them, it is the wind that whips the seas into frenzied waves. I doubt our choice will matter matter much in the end though, so long as we disrupt the balance. I shall go where I am needed, but we should remain in contact with each other. Leonardo, Oros, come over here so that I might establish a telepathic link between us. I can include up to three others in this link, for those who are willing.

Cast Rary's Telepathic Bond on self, "Oros," "Leonardo," and the first 3 people who join in, preferably with a fair split of peple from both parties.

[dspeyer]

Hai

I have often thought water the best at destruction. It cuts deeper than anything else. Erodes mountains. And if you are in a rush, well, have you ever seen a tsunami?

All elements can destroy. All can be destroyed. Some can be destroyed more easily than others, though. Fire can be extinguished, earth shattered, water boiled -- air need be dispersed.

So in the end, you are probably right that we should target earth and fire -- not because they are most dangerous, but because they are most vulnerable. I would gladly join either team.

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (Oros)

Oros walks over at Eilonna, smiling slightly as he does so. "I wonder...if we think our names to each other, would that draw the Enemy's attention? Surely not!"

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)

Dov thinks for a moment. I shall go with the group that has Eilonna establishing a link with.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)

"Upon reflection, those I could not weave would also be unaffected by our friend's song. Perhaps myself and our lyrical dragon should be in the same group after all. Also Ghautar, with all respect, my powers will not be of great use to you. I believe it would be best for you to join the other group."

I'm just assuming we're going with Dreamwisp's lists, as they appear well balanced

[Belial_the_Leveler]

The prisoner stays silent, obviously the binding preventing their helping you in any way, including information. Speaking to someone that would not wish to free the prisoner but who might share the info with those that might is, apparently, also prevented.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

"I see no issues with the determined groups! And which paths we take won't make a difference. You all should know that the elements are all equally powerful, for, can you imagine what would happen if they were not? Have none of you traveled to the Elemental planes?" Nosco asks his comrades with a twinge of playfulness and sarcasm in his voice. He spends the next couple minutes scribing the details of each person thing present. This includes a fairly crude sketch of them.

dreamwisps party lineup everyone?

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia)

"Sylvia" chuckles at those who don't seem to quite grasp the distinction between "powerful" and "destructive", but makes no particular comment on that aspect.

"So... as we seem to be doing this, that's... what, the five of you plus myself," Sylvia indicates Nosco, the unnamed beast, Eilonna, Ghautar, and Hai "hunting down fire, and the rest hunting down earth? If that sounds agreeable, shall we be off, then?"


AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort, Ref, Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the head of spell or spell-like ability

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock)

[kladams707]

Misty, realizing the groups are being set, speaks up and says... I shall join the group which needs my talents the most. Which groups are searching for what again?

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)

Dov provides a welcome smile to Misty. "You're welcome to join the group I am in. I don't believe we have established which group go after which. Is there anyone with a preference?"

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus)
AC 32, touch 20, flat-footed 32
Saves F/R/W +26/+27/+24

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked (attacked here means "targetted by or included in a hostile action"...if it's clearer, any action that would break Invisibility).
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass)
"Agreed Sylvia. I wish you and yours the best of luck. Let's go." Jack turns and begins to walk towards the tunnel from which the power of Earth emanates.

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir)

Chuckles softly, and begins to walk with Jack towards the tunnel of Earth.

[FishAreWet]

Nosco

The crystal on his cane seems to crawl up his arm, down his torso and attack itself to his belt. Nosco begins to walk down the earth hallway, in the middle of the group.

Share Pain (psicrystal) (free 3/day)
Inertial Armor (29AC) (16pp)
Adapt Body (free 1/day)
Mind Blank (14pp)
Contingency (Schism @ hostile intent)
Open Chakra (12 pp)
Detect Remote Viewing (free 1/day)
Danger Sense (Imp Uncanny, +4 reflex/AC against traps (9pp)
Phase Cloak (after 5ft move of movement become ethereal

AC 51 Touch 22
12/23/28 saves

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia)

At the apparent acceptance of the group distribution and the current goals, "Sylvia" nods, and moves towards the path of Fire, testing to see if it's hot enough that it's dangerous to those walking near it.


AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock)

[kladams707]

Misty turns and follows her group. Nothing more to say until needed, I suppose.

[dspeyer]

Hai

"I suggest that I go first. I suspect that I'm more perceptive than the rest of you, and we'll want to see any trouble before we stumble into it."

Unless there are objections, Hai turns into an owl, casts Protection from Energy(fire) on himself just to be safe, and flies slowly down the center of the fire tunnel, staying near the ceiling.

Spot: [roll0]
Listen: [roll1]
Move Silently: [roll2]

[Dreamwisp]

?

The beast speaks up as the group sets out. "If any have the ability to ward us against fire now is the time." Appearing to receive any blessings of flame and fading once more into the shadows.

As the silent shadow beast watches the small owl fly slowly down the tunnel it moves quickly forward and back again while staying ahead of everyone.

Saves 38/32/27
AC 26/14/21

Shadow Blend
Mind Blank
Detect Evil

Those behind me get soft cover (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/combat/combatModifiers.htm#cover).

[Belial_the_Leveler]

The two tunnels leading to the Earth and Fire elements seem to be going deeper into the mountain, the Fire tunnel lower than the Earth one. Something to be expected-for there is where those elements reside.


EARTH GROUP

The more you move into the cavern, the drier and colder the earth becomes. Carefully moving on and knowing that in this environment a powerful Elemental could attack from any direction, even gliding through the walls, you eventually see a chamber as large as the prisoner's ahead of you; a dark, empty place full of nothing but rocks and darkness. You suspect, however, that with as much elemental power as you can feel emanating from it, the cave is not nearly as empty as it appears to be...


FIRE GROUP

Going even lower than the earth cavern, your own tunnel soon grows hotter and hotter as if you're descending into a volcano. Not yet directly harmful to you, you suspect the heat would have made any creature that needed to drink or breathe suffer from heatstroke long before that. Ahead of you you can see the reddish glow of molten stone forming a quite wide pool. The elemental energy you are following seems to emanate from it...



OOC:
This is the last chance for preparations/protections to be done before the battle starts. Don't say I didn't warn you.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus) EARTH GROUP

Sensing that a fight is near, Jack casts several spells to bolster his group.

Heroism and Extended Displacement into the weave. Sorry to those who are immune to Heroism, I didn't consider Mind Blank shutting it off. Displacement only lasts for 3 minutes people, so let's rock and roll (Earth tunnel? Pun totally intended. :smalltongue:)

Everyone within 30 feet of me gets +5 to Initiative (I've dropped maintaining Mislead for now) Also, at the first sign of battle, I'm casting Nerveskitter into the weave for an additional +5 to Initiative for all in my posse.

AC 32, touch 20, flat-footed 32
Saves F/R/W +28/+29/+26

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked (attacked here means "targetted by or included in a hostile action"...if it's clearer, any action that would break Invisibility).
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass)
Heroism (160 minutes)
Displacement (32 rounds)

[Ipphli]

Earth Team

Bahamut (Oros)

The gold dragon moves to the front of the group cautiously. As he does so, a faint shimmer appears in the air around him briefly. He mutters a quick incantation under his breath as he scans the room intently.


Spot [roll0]

AC: 42 (touch 16, flat-footed 39)
Fort: 37 Ref: 26 Will: 28

Divine Shield (keyed to disregard fire, cold, acid, electricity)
Find the Gap
Mind Blank
Rary's Telepathic Bond
Magic Circle against Evil

Immune to sleep/paralysis, fire, cold, acid, electricity, fear
SR 27

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group
As the path heats up, "Sylvia" casts an energy protection spell (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/protectionFromEnergy.htm) on herself to gaurd herself from fire, followed up by small spell to help her deliver protections (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/spectralHand.htm), and gaurds anyone who asks with her from Fire the same way. On seeing the pool, "Sylvia" nods, and activates her inner eye (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/items/universalItems.htm#sense) to keep a view of the area, then ducks underground.


AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 120/120
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Spectral Hand

Spectral Hand HP: 2; Fast Healing fixes Marassa right up, so that there's no injury.

Anyone who wants a protection from Fire spell, just ask, and write in the casting so I can track how many 2nd level spells the character has spent.

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire Group

Do I see anything that suggests a battle is coming?


Owl Wildshape
Protection from Energy(fire)
Assassins Stance

AC 38
f/r/w 21/24/37

Spot (to notice an ambush before the surprise round): [roll0]

[FishAreWet]

Nosco FIRE

"Aye, I would quite enjoy ignoring the destructive power of this heat." He puts the books away. He begins to manifest multiple powers. Anyone who takes notice begins to smell a strange odor, and power begins crackling from Nosco. Twice you see the scars running his body flash with a great blue light, and open up deep enough to see his bones. The blood begins to seep back into his skin, and pooling to the open areas. Instead of scabbing however, the wounds appear completely healed.

As he manifests the final power, his body begins to darken, eventually falling to an ethereal shadow.


Share Pain (psicrystal)
Inertial Armor (29AC)
Adapt Body
Mind Blank
Contingency (Schism @ hostile intent)
Open Chakra
Detect Remote Viewing
Danger Sense (Imp Uncanny, +4 reflex/AC against traps

Manifesting now, fully augmented with crystals, Defensive Precognition and Vigor. And True Metabolism. And Power Resistance. And fully augmented Force Screen. and Shadow Body. And cast Fox's Cunning.

All of the just now manifested powers have 19 minutes left on them.
3 minutes left on Fox's Cunning.

140 pp used.

(1) Feather Fall, Reduce Person, Obscuring Mist, Grease, Scholar's Touch
(3) Fox's Cunning, Alter Self, Celestial Aspect

HP 402 | Psicrystal HP 326
AC 87 Touch 49 PR 31
29/42/47 saves

[Voice of Reason]

Fire Group

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

Ireonna senses that the trouble is about to begin in ernest. Fortunately, it seems that her group has a brief moment before anything of consequence happens. She takes the time, therefore, to throw on a few last-minute spells. Stepping a tad forward of the group, she draws on her inner strength and returns to her usual, gargantuan size. She opens herself to the telepathic connection she forged with the others a moment ago.

I believe we have found the source of the fire elemental energy. We will be attempting to disrupt it shortly; I'll keep you informed

Ireonna then addresses those of her own team.

I have little high-level magic remaining, but for those of you who are inadequately protected, I can grant you immunity to the flames so long as my magic remains upon you.


Ireonna has a mear 2 7th level spell slots left, 4 if she wants to burn the 4 6th level slots she has. I need to keep at least 2 of these potential slots open, and would prefer to keep them all, but anyone is in desperate need (I.E., no fire resistance whatsoever, or fire resistance with low hitpoints) Ireonna can cast an Energy Immunity: Fire on them.

After that, I'm ready to get things started.

HP: 384 + 30 temporary
AC: 52/38/48
Saves: 30, 21, 20 (accursed mind blank and morale bonuses)

Spell Buffs considered in effect:
-Persisted Shield (24 hours)
-Persisted Dragonskin (24 hours)
-Persisted Bear’s Endurance (24 hours)
-Persisted Scintilating Scales (24 hours)
-Persisted Superior Magic Fang (24 hours)
-Energy Immunity: Fire (24 hours)
-Mind Blank (24 hours)
-Primal Hunter (24 hours)
-Primal Instinct (24 hours)
-Primal Senses (24 hours)
-Primal Speed (24 hours)
-Extended Heart of Air (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Water (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Earth (40 hours)
-Extended Heart of Fire (40 hours)
-Extended Greater Mighty Wallop (40 hours)
-Mage Armor (16 hours)


Spell Slots Used:
0th: 2
2nd: 1
3rd: 2
4th: 3
5th: 1
6th: 3
7th: 4
8th: 3

[loser0ll]

Earth Group --- Dashar-Ni
When the sensation of absolute battle grows undeniable, Dashar-Ni throws into a fit of battle preparation casting (anyone with a 20+ Spellcraft mod can simply look at my sheet to view the effects on him) to grant himself final protections. "Well, on to the destruction of our foes then." This is the last he says before growing huge, after which he turns invisible.

Anyone who lacks the ability to cast Invisibility, I cast it on them - 16 minute duration. I also cast Haste on us at the very end of my spellcasting - 16 rounds duration. Anyone who needs the Invisibility, just mention it in a Spoiler post. I can also throw on an Enlarge Person spell for anyone who uses size-based tactics like Trip, Bull-Rush, Grapple or Disarm. If you have anything else on my sheet that lasts at least 1 minute/level that you want, just include it in spoiler tags too and I'll mark off the slot and assume you asked for it - it seems kinda pointless to RP listing every single spell I have. And I've got a lot of slots - that's the one advantage of Sorcerers over Wizards at high levels.

AC - 34
HP - 206
Saves(FRW) - 19/14/11
Large Size
Invisible

[Dreamwisp]

? (FIRE)

It moves swiftly above the rolling lava bringing all its perception to bear upon it. Once anything appears it attempts to discerns its nature.

312/312hp
Saves 38/32/27
AC 6/-6/1

Shadow Blend
Mind Blank
Detect Evil
Energy Immunity: Fire

Knowledge: Planes [roll0]

Actually Immunity to fire would be most welcome as I could fight in the lava if necessary, not to mention my vulnerability to fire.

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire

"Emptying the lava pool might disrupt the energy flow. I know that an earthquake beneath a pond can cause the water to pour into cracks in the earth -- I suspect the same would work here. It could bring the ceiling down as a side effect. Can you protect yourselves from that?"

[Aneantir]

Orman (Faulir) ---- Earth


Orman pauses for a moment, and focuses his mind on his defenses, and then readies his glaive for the upcoming trial, with a grim smile across his face. "I will do what I can to orchestrate this combat, I only ask you all to do me the favour of respecting my tactical advice.", he says in a whisper, to avoid alerting whatever may be in the chamber ahead.

Tactical Advice is referring to White Raven Tactics, I'm assuming we're going to need to roleplay that.

Defensive Precognition, 16 point investment. +6 AC, +6 To Saves, 16 Minute duration.
Force Screen, 13 point investment. +7 AC, 16 Minute duration.

Power Points: 122

AC: 46

Fortitude: 32
Reflex: 23
Will: 37

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia" replies to the question of cave-ins: "Mundane rock doesn't bother me in the slightest. If you wish, I also have means to encase anyone who wishes it in a solid sphere of force for a few minutes, which should be able to deal with a few measly tonnes of rock for the duration... leaving plenty of time to teleport out."


AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 120/120
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Spectral Hand

Spectral Hand HP: 2.

[kladams707]

(Earth)

Still having only a little bit of a clue as to what is going on, starts making some quick preparations before entering with the group. As she does, her ability to spot potential dangers increases, as does her range with the bow. Aftwards, she finaly asks Can someone explain to me our goal in this specific endeavor. I'm still unclear.


Hawkeye- +5 to spot, +50% range on weapons, 10min/level.
current ac: 40

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace) Earth Group

Dov continues to concentrate as she adds to the defense and preparations that her allies have already made. Before choosing to disappear as her final act of defense, she pulls out two platinum rings. "For those who know they will be in the line of danger, would you care for more protection?"


Anybody care for a Shield Other? Don't need Invisibility. Already got it. I'm also adding Death Ward (16 min) and Superior Resistance. (+3 Resistance Bonus for 24 hours). Invisibility to come after Shield Other is cast if needed. I will add Divine Agility there, too, right before we enter. Does anyone have a list on what spells are on the weave?

Buffs:
Heroism
Extended Displacement
Death Ward
Superior Resistance

[Voice of Reason]

Fire Group

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

Ireonna uses one of her few remaining high-level spells to give the mysterious, as yet unnamed diety immunity to flame at it's request

Cast Energy Immunity on "?," Dreamwisp's charecter.

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna) Fire

"I have a resistance to the effects of flames but bolstering that would be most welcome, unless there are others here with no resistance to the effects of fire then I'll let them take advantage of your offer" Ghautar says before he begins to cast his own protective spells. As he finishes casting the spells he grows in size.

Init: +2
HP: 330/330
DR: 10/magic&bludgeoning, 9/good
AC: 35 Touch 14 Flat-footed 33
Fort +13 Ref +15 Will +18
Base Attack Bonus: +15/+10/+5
Fire Resistance 5
Heat Protection 3

Active Effects: Divine Favor, Righteous Might, Aura of Despair

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia" casts her protective spell on Ghautar, granting him buffer against fire damage, channeling it through the spectral hand she activated earlier for the purpose.


AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 120/120
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Spectral Hand

Spectral Hand HP: 2.

[Oslecamo]

Singing dragon (Leonardo) Earth Group

The road goes round and round...
Untill the place where it all begun...

While singing, Leonardo carefully observes the tunnel, in case any enemy apears, completely ready for battle.

spot[roll0]
listen[roll1]



I'll take that invisibility please.

Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)(1d4+5)[7].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)


Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

Defenses:
AC: 41(35 touch, 37 flat footed)
Saves +41 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire

I'll check out the basin. It's good to know what something is before destroying it.

Unless someone objects, Hai turns into a large earth elemental and slips into the ground. He then follows the bottom of the lava pool as closely as is safe. Is it a normal-shaped pool of lava sitting on top of higher-melting-point rock or is there something weirder?

[Belial_the_Leveler]

FIRE GROUP

As soon as one of you enters the area of the magma pool, the magma begins to boil and a huge burning humanoid shape comes out of it. Immediately, waves of heat as strong as those of a volcano's heart begin to emanate from the fire elemental, bathing the chamber and a couple dozen feet of the corridor in a hellish red light.

OOC:
That's 19d8 fire damage. Everyone in line of effect is subject to this though immunities, resistances and other defences apply normally. The fire damage is subject to a DC 39 reflex save for half. Do note that this is continious damage. If you do get damaged and you want to make any actions that require concentration, make concentration checks as per continious damage.
Oh, and you have initiative now.


EARTH GROUP

As soon as even one of you enters the group, a huge, roughly man-shaped being made out of solid deep gray rock comes gliding out of the ground. As you stare at it, the shape appears to visibly harden, imperfections and cracks vanishing as an aura of power surrounds it.


OOC:
You have initiative now.

[Oslecamo]

Singing dragon (Leonardo) Earth Group

Dash across the ocean of stars
Defend the endless sky
If you just close your eyes
Time will slow down

While singing, a stream of darkness with small golden sparks comes out of his mouth, weakening the elemental, then Leonardo aproaches the elemental, threatening him with his fangs while still singing.


Breath attack, 7 negative levels, ref 29 for half.
Recharge time[roll0]


Use breath weapon on the elemental, arcane spellsurge(swift action), move into bite range(25 feets) and end my turn.

Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)(1d4+5)[7].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)

From the weave:
Investiture of the Chain Devil(+5 feets reach)
Investiture of the Steel Devil(+3 AC bonus for anyone already acounted for, +1 extra for any ally adjacent to me)
Investiture of the Orthon(anyone attacking me with nonreach weapons or natural attacks gets damaged, I take half damage from acid)

Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

Defenses:
AC: 44(38 touch, 40 flat footed)
Saves +41 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.

[Dreamwisp]

? (FIRE)

As the wave of flame bears down upon the beast it instantly shifts to the ethereal plane and back, making the harmless attack even more pointless.

Watching the battle with interest the beast decides to join in. Letting out a soundless howl it moves instantly behind the being of fire and with ghostly claws starts ripping into it. The overwhelming force of the assault sends the creature flying, violently crashing into a nearby wall. Impossibly fast the shadow is right next to the creature again.

Initiative(4)
312/312hp
Saves 38/33/27
AC 7/-5/2

Shadow Blend
Mind Blank
Energy Immunity: Fire

Activate Divine Celerity (Haste, 10rounds)
ATK [roll0] DMG [roll1]
ATK [roll2] DMG [roll3]
ATK [roll4] DMG [roll5]
ATK [roll6] DMG [roll7]
ATK [roll8] DMG [roll9]

Rend [roll10]

Dungeon Crasher (last attack, knocking into wall near group)
Opposed Str [roll11] DMG [roll12]

A dive attack from behind fallowed by knocking into a wall, then move next to it and end turn. All attacks are vs flat footed AC.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus) Earth Group
AC 41, touch 23, flat-footed 41
Saves F/R/W +28/+29/+26

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked (attack here means "targetted by or included in a hostile action"...if it's clearer, any action that would break Invisibility).
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass)
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Displacement
Heroism
Superiour Invisibility

Jack releases the stored spells and then vanishes from view

IMPORTANT
Ok, 4 more buffs for everyone in Earth Group (and Superiour Invisibility for myself). Take note.
Investiture of the Chain Devil: Everyone gets +5 feet of reach and one extra attack of opportunity per round.
Investiture of the Steel Devil: Everyone gets a +3 profane bonus to attacks and AC that increases by 1 for each ally you have adjacent to you (so pile in).
Investiture of the Orthon: As an immediate action, you can project a 20 foot aura that lasts for 1 round that acts like a dimensional lock. Also, you take half damage from acid (or no damage on a successful save) and anything attacking you takes 1d6+15 sonic if it hits with a non-reach weapon (its body still does it damage)(it's like fire shield, but sonic damage).
Spiderskin: Everyone gets a +5 enhancement bonus to natural armor, +5 racial bonus to saves vs poison, and a +5 racial bonus to Hide checks.

[Voice of Reason]

Fire Group

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

Ireonna feels the staggering wave of heat wash over her. The heat is almost unbearable, and if she had not protected herself just prior to the attack, she would have been bathed in fiery agony; she can only imagine what the others are feeling who are unprotected against this sort of thing. There is little time for thought in the face of this dire threat. Awakening her draconic blood, she puts magic into motion, hastening her incantations.

She circles the fire elemental, lining up a clear shot that won't hit the others, since she forgot to ensure herself of their respective immunities. She spins her magic through her draconis fundamentum, and releases it in a powerful, two-fold blast of her breath weapon: A swift bolt of electical energy that is followed by a billowing cloud of shadowy gas that chills to the soul.

Though unable to speak at the moment, she is able to send a brief message to the others via Telepathic Bond

We're being attacked.

[roll0] That's my reflex save, although I believe it to be irrelevant given my current immunity to fire. Just in case, damage would have been (assuming you want us to roll as you haven't?):

[roll1]

Ireonna casts Arcane Spellsurge as a swift action. She then moves within range of the elemental. According to the draconomicon, a gargantuan dragon can reach up to 30' away with a tail slap. If you're accepting this update, Ireona stop 30' away from it (enough to threaten it so that it can't cast defensively), otherwise, she'll move within 20'. (If there was a map, I could explain this better, sorry :smallredface:

She uses her standard action then to cast Arcane Fusion: Dispelling Breath (Shadow Gas) and Breath Flare (Lightning). The dispelling shadow gas breath gives 7 negative levels (ref 31 for half) and works like a targeted dispel magic (1d20+15 caster level check if they fail the saving throw). The lightning breath flare dazzles the opponent for 16 minutes if it fails the reflex saving throw against the breath weapon (31) and deals:

[roll2] damage

[FishAreWet]

Nosco FIRE

Obviously burnt by the heat, no acknowledgment of it is made. I unleashes an assault, a frigid beam shot forth, anyone near it feels a chill. The line of frost seems to split after it is fired, hitting the monster twice. It seems to freeze the elemental where it hits, creating a dark spot on the man of fire.

Then a large crack is heard, and the elemental pauses for a moment, leaving himself open to attack.

[roll0] Auto-succeed Ref, Shadow Body for half, Half to Psicrystal. Will do Concentration check in OOC.

Auto-succeed to Concentration check of 25, twice.
Psicrystal auto-succeeds the Ref with Imp Evasion, but takes half the damage I am dealt.

Standard Action: Maximized Twin Energy Ray of Cold, fully augmented, at the elemental. Cunning Insight to attack. Ranged Touch [roll1] Damage: 98 Resistance [roll2]
Schism: Ego Whip, no augment, to test susceptibility to mind affects. [roll3] Charisma damage (Will for half), Daze (Will negates) DC 26
Move: Regain Psionic Focus

Share Pain (psicrystal)
Inertial Armor (29AC)
Adapt Body
Mind Blank
Contingency (Schism @ hostile intent)
Open Chakra
Detect Remote Viewing
Danger Sense (Imp Uncanny, +4 reflex/AC against traps
Defensive Precognition
Vigor
True Metabolism
Power Resistance
Force Screen
Shadow Body
Fox's Cunning

159 pp used.

(1) Feather Fall, Reduce Person, Obscuring Mist, Grease, Scholar's Touch
(3) Alter Self, Celestial Aspect

HP 392 | Psicrystal HP 317
AC 87 Touch 49 PR 31
29/42/47 saves

[loser0ll]

---Dashar-Ni Earth Group---
"Well... I suppose this is something we'll have to deal with, won't we? Well, the first step is always the hardest. All of you seem to be eager to increase our fighting prowess - how about I do a little work on trying to reduce his, instead?"
As Dashar-Ni finishes speaking, he launches into a spell. Soon after, a bolt of pure black streaks towards the heart of the creature, apparently trying to do nothing short of take a bite out of it's very essence...

Casting Maximized Enervation, dealing 4 Negative Levels - no save.
Ranged Touch Attack (I'm not sure what the total bonuses are from all present effects, especially since some rise with people being next to me, so I'm just using a +25 modifier. If the attack isn't high enough, I'll try and add up the exact numbers.)
[roll0]
Caster Level Check (in case of SR)
[roll1]
If it's effective, the creature recieves the usual effects. -4 to attacks, saves, etc... reduction of DC's for special abilties, such and such...


Battle Spells---------
Invisibility
Haste
See Invisibility
Enlarge Person
Antimagic Field
Battle Spells---------
AC - Varies with bonuses, currently at least 45, maybe higher depending on who, if any, is adjacent to me.
HP - 206/206
General Spells--------
Nondetection - DC 27 to overcome
Mage Armor
Death Ward
Greater Magic Weapon - Rapier +4
Greater Magic Weapon - Bow +4
Change Form
Disguise Self
Mind Blank
Contingency - Greater Teleport to village upon biting of tongue.
Overland Flight
Detect Thoughts
General Spells--------

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia" ducks under the ground like it wasn't there as her ghostly, disembodied third hand is toasted by the flames. An instant later, a black ray comes out of the ground, striking at the fiery beast.


Marassa/Sylvia Non-actions: Incorporeal Miss chance on the fire damage: High is good for the person rolling for most d20 stuff, and I'm rolling, so 51-100 "misses": [roll0]
Reflex Save: [roll1] vs. DC 39; -17 if it doesn't qualify as a Spell or Spell-like ability. Ruling, Belial? Evasion, so no damage if successful. Damage roll: [roll2]. Even assuming full damage, there's a 99.98% chance that all damage will be absorbed by Protection From Energy. Methinks the Spectral Hand is toast, though.
Spectral Hand Non-actions:Marassa/Sylvia Non-actions: Incorporeal Miss chance on the fire damage: High is good for the person rolling for most d20 stuff, and I'm rolling, so 51-100 "misses": [roll3]
Reflex Save: [roll4] vs. DC 39; -17 if it doesn't qualify as a Spell or Spell-like ability. Ruling, Belial? The Spectral Hand has Improved Evasion, so half-damage even if it fails, not that it'll matter.

Actions: Move: Dive underground, so there's a foot of matter between Marassa/Sylvia and the target, denying line of effect.
Standard: Cast Disintegrate. Touch: [roll5] for [roll6] Fort save DC 33 for [roll7] instead. SR penetration: [roll8] Miss chance (if applicable): [roll9]
Free: Skip the rock that's in the way. Spellcraft: [roll10] vs. DC 19 (Rock: Hardness-8, 1 foot thick, 10 base = 8+1+10=19)

AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 120/120: This may need to be edited after other rolls are complete.
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire)

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna) Fire Group

Paying no attention to the waves of heat Ghautar points a finger at the elemental and a ray of frost shoots forth from the tip of it. Moving himself to within 10ft of the fiery being he swings his guisarme at it and as it hits he channels a spell through it into the elemental.As he finishes his attack a cloud of deep darkness spreads from his body for ten feet.

Swift action: Cast Ray of Frost as a swift action with Quick Cast
Move Action: Move to 10ft from the elemental
Standard action: Use Arcane Channeling to cast Chill Touch through my weapon
Free Action: Activate Life Drain

Init: +2
HP: 330/330
DR: 10/magic&bludgeoning, 9/good
AC: 35 Touch 14 Flat-footed 33
Fort +13 Ref +15 Will +18
Base Attack Bonus: +15/+10/+5
Fire Resistance 5
Heat Protection 3

Active Effects: Divine Favor, Righteous Might, Aura of Despair, Energy Immunity: Fire

[Ipphli]

Bahamut (Oros) Earth Group

The gold dragon doesn't waste time with words. Instead, he opens his mouth, discharging a beam of brilliant light at the elemental. He moves in after it to stand next to his brother.


Brilliant Light breath weapon [roll0] DC 32 for half and no blindness
Blindness [roll1] rounds
Recharge [roll2]

AC: 46 (touch 20, flat-footed 43)
Fort: 37 Ref: 26 Will: 28

Divine Shield (keyed to disregard fire, cold, acid, electricity)
Find the Gap
Mind Blank
Rary's Telepathic Bond
Magic Circle against Evil
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon

Immune to sleep/paralysis, fire, cold, acid, electricity, fear
SR 27

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire

Hearing the commotion aboveground, Hai returns to the surface. Seeing the creature, he hurls a quench spell at it. If this seems to have an effect, he hurls another one (quickened). If it does not seem effective, he transforms into a dragon turtle and snarls a challenge.


Quench damage (to fire elementals): [roll0]
Again, if the first one has an effect (i.e. if it really is a fire elemental): [roll1]
Do I get hit by the fire while I'm inside the rock? If so, [roll2] of my protection from fire is exhausted.

[kladams707]

Misty, without thinking, moves back 20 feet and quickly draws 3 masterwork arrows (tipped) from her quiver and fires at the earth creature, trying to do what she can to damage it. As she fires, the arrows split into 6 more.



Improved Skirmish provide plus 2 to AC(for moving 20ft), spiderskin +3, and +5 enhancement to arm AC= 50, 36T, 37F
Attack +3(from jack) and +1 from arrows,

Original three:
attack(i think they use same attack roll): [roll0]
damage: [roll1] [roll2] [roll3]

Splits(says to make a separate attack roll for each using same roll)
attack [roll4]
damage [roll5]
attack [roll6]
damage [roll7]
attack [roll8]
damage [roll9]

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace)Earth Group

Dov floats above Misty, touches her, and grants her a bit of a blessing. "I don't suppose we can find a way to stop the elemental energy with minimal violence? Oh, I hope so."

AC 36, touch 23, flat-footed 30
Saves F/R/W +21/+22/+20

Ranged +17/+12/+7 (+23 w/bonuses)

Buffs:
Heroism
Extended Displacement
Death Ward
Divine Agility
Haste
Invisibility
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Broom of Flying (She's on it.)

Changes: I took out Superior Resistance. (I thought I put it on the weave. I could do no such thing. >.<

Misty can now enjoy a +10 enhancement to Dexterity instead of +6 for 16 rounds. Enjoy.

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia", from under the relative safety of the stone of the cave, observes the happenings carefully through the scrying sensor she placed earlier, to determine if the overgrown candle has any particularly glaring weaknesses.


Non-action flavor post because I'm bored, and kinda want to bump the thread in case Belial lost track of it.

Marassa (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=153170) aka Sylvia

AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 120/120: This may need to be edited after other rolls are complete.
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Clairvoyant Sense

[Belial_the_Leveler]

FIRE GROUP

Despite your efforts, the fire elemental seems to be able to dodge or deflect most of your attacks-almost as if it knows what you will do before you strike. A lucky strike with a black beam of negative energy does land but the enervation spell unravels against the enemy's resistance to magic. A notable exception is the still nameless beast's unseen attacks; the elemental does not seem capable of anticipating and avoiding them and while killing a roaring wildfire made solid and animate by elemental energies is much more difficult than killing a mortal being, the intensity of the flames diminishes somewhat, indicating that the elemental is wounded-if only lightly.

The fire elemental strikes at the last location of its unseen attacker's position with two massive flaming fists but misjudges the distance and misses; it can probably feel the direction the blows came from but doesn't know the attacker can reach further than most others...



EARTH GROUP

Every last attack you launch at the huge pile of rock that doesn't miss or is avoided strikes with the sound of a hammer against a gong, the force of the blows absorbed then sent deep into the earth. Like the more evasive defences you can sense from the other group through your telepathic bond and divine senses, this elemental is shielded as well. The type of the shield troubles you-it doesn't seem to be a spell or power you are familiar with-but one within the group does recognise it. The former platinum dragon is almost certain the defence is a form of Divine Shield or similar cosmic barrier.

With your attacks not being able to herm it for the time being, the elemental goes into the offencive. It lets go a mighty roar, expressing the anger of the earth with the crushing force of a volcanic explosion directed against the two dragons, Oros and Leonardo.



OOC:
You better check the elementals more closely with various non-standard senses.

Also, the earth elemental "roars". That's 42d4 sonic damage on Oros and Leonardo, reflex save DC 36 for half. Other defences might apply as well.

[Oslecamo]

I should be immune to that, since I took the howling dragon sonic breath, wich grants me immunity to sonic attacks.

Or does the elemental have any special trick to bypass that?

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia", under the relative safety of the stone of the cave, pops her head up just long enough to try and grab the elemental beast with telekinesis, then ducks back underground.

"Hold still for me, would you?"


Passive Mechanics:
Reflex: [roll0] vs. DC 39; +17 if it qualifies as a spell or spell-like ability.
Incorporeal Miss: [roll1] high is good for the person rolling, so 51-100 means the fire aura misses.
Damage Roll if the Fire Aura hits her: [roll2]

Active mechanics:
Move: Invoking Flyby Attack, move up enough to have Line of Effect to the elemental beast; if the grapple fails, she'll move back down, if it succeeds, she'll stay to maintain it.
Standard: When she has Line of Effect to the elemental beast, Use Ghostly Telekenisis, Combat Manuevers, Grapple (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/combat/specialAttacks.htm#grapple). Su, so no SR. Touch: [roll3], Hold: [roll4], and Unarmed Strike damage if it succeeds: [roll5]

Marassa (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=153170) aka Sylvia

AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 45/120
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Clairvoyant Sense, Telekinesis (Su)

[Ipphli]

I activated my own Divine Shield as we entered. So unless he rolls max damage on all those dice, I should be able to soak the damage, but here's my Reflex save for half.

[roll0]

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire

How did it react to the quench spell[s]? That's an 80x80x20 ft area-effect, so it can't really dodge.

[Oslecamo]

Singing dragon (Leonardo)Earth Group

GO
Take a chance, turn your heart's pain into courage
Take a chance, cut through the evil darkness
DEAD OR ALIVE

Raising the sound of his voice to overcome the roar of the elemental, Leonardo's muscles and claws grow, and then the dragon unleashes his full physical might on the elemental, atacking with all his limbs on a true storm of blows!

OOC
Swift action to cast Bite of the werebear. The enanhcment bonus doesn't stack with my items but I still get an extra +10 str, +2 nat armor and +2 con out of it.

Free action to start wardance to give me charisma to hit chance, trigering my contigency for superior magic fang.

5 foot step to get whitin reach while remaining adjacent to ally and FULL ATTACK!
[roll0]
[roll1]
[roll2]
[roll3]
[roll4]
[roll5]
[roll6]

[roll7] [roll8]
[roll9][roll10]
[roll11][roll12]
[roll13][roll14]
[roll15][roll16]
[roll17][roll18]
[roll19][roll20]

(oh crap the bite extra attack should have+43 bonus not +35)

Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)(1d4+5)[7].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)

From the weave:
Investiture of the Chain Devil(+5 feets reach)
Investiture of the Steel Devil(+3 AC bonus for anyone already acounted for, +1 extra for any ally adjacent to me)
Investiture of the Orthon(anyone attacking me with nonreach weapons or natural attacks gets damaged, I take half damage from acid)

Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

Defenses:
AC: 47(41 touch, 44 flat footed)
Saves +42 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.

[amiplayable]

Dov Arriya (Pace) Earth Group

Seeing the type of attack the elemental was dealing, Dov wasted no time heading over to the gold dragon, Oros, and granting him more protection. She remarked on the situation."It's a shame that it must come to a battle."

Oros can now enjoy Protection from Energy - Sonic, up to 120 points.


AC 36, touch 23, flat-footed 30
Saves F/R/W +21/+22/+20

Ranged +17/+12/+7 (+23 w/bonuses)

Buffs:
Heroism
Extended Displacement
Death Ward
Divine Agility
Haste
Invisibility
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Broom of Flying (She's on it.)

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus) Earth Group
AC 41, touch 23, flat-footed 41
Saves F/R/W +28/+29/+26

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked (attack here means "targetted by or included in a hostile action"...if it's clearer, any action that would break Invisibility).
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass)
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Displacement
Heroism
Superiour Invisibility

Contemplating for a moment, Jack shrugs and calls upon his divine power to warp the enemy's form.

Polymorph Any Object: Earth Elemental to Pebble. Duration permanent. Fort DC 43 negates. SR roll [roll0]

[kladams707]

Earth Group

(ooc:If jack's attack works, misty won't attack

If jack's attack doesn't work...)


Still not really sure to do, Misty quickly moves another 20 ft and takes 3 arrows from her quiver, once again taking aim at the elemental. The arrows fly and as they do, they once again double in numbers.


AC: 54, 40T,37F

Attack:
First 3:
[roll0]
damage:
[roll1] extra sonic [roll2]
[roll3] extra sonic [roll4]
[roll5] extra sonic [roll6]

Next 3:
[roll7] [roll8] extra sonic [roll9]
[roll10] [roll11] extra sonic [roll12]
[roll13] [roll14] extra sonic [roll15]

[Dreamwisp]

? (FIRE)

Not bothering to defend itself from the heat a shadow swims through the darkness, claws dancing with dark cerulean flame.

The beast digs its claws into the elemental from above, violently tearing it out of the pool a short distance, the force of the assault leaving the ground scorched and broken. It slips though the shadows around the elemental, claws ready to strike.

312/312hp
Saves 38/33/27
AC 7/-5/2

Shadow Blend, Mind Blank
Energy Immunity: Fire
Divine Celerity (Haste, 9rounds/15minuts)

Full Dive Attack (Flat Footed AC)
Atk [roll0] Dmg [roll1]
Atk [roll2] Dmg [roll3]
Atk [roll4] Dmg [roll5]
Atk [roll6] Dmg [roll7]
Atk [roll8] Dmg [roll9]
Rend [roll10]

Dungeon Crasher (Opposed Str)
Str [roll11] Dmg [roll12]
Str [roll13] Dmg [roll14]
Str [roll15] Dmg [roll16]
Str [roll17] Dmg [roll18]
Str [roll19] Dmg [roll20]

AoO [roll21] Dmg [roll22] Str [roll23] +1/5 points of Dmg
Dungeon Crasher (Opposed Str is Str) Str [roll24] Dmg [roll25]

I move 10ft away from the pool toward the others. I wait 15ft away from it diagonally keeping it within reach. If it moves it will provoke an AoO from me and possibly others. Opposed Str roll on AoO is to stop the elemental from moving.

[Ipphli]

Bahamut *Oros* Earth Group

"Thank you," Oros mutters before opening his mouth once more. This time, however, there's nothing visible. Instead, a nearly inaudible noise can be heard coming form the gold dragon.


Inaudible sonic damage [roll0]
Reflex DC of 32 to take half damage. Will Save of 32 or become panicked for [roll1] rounds
Breath recharge [roll2]

AC: 46 (touch 20, flat-footed 43)
Fort: 37 Ref: 26 Will: 28

Divine Shield (keyed to disregard fire, cold, acid, electricity)
Find the Gap
Mind Blank
Rary's Telepathic Bond
Magic Circle against Evil
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Protection from Energy (sonic) 120
Immune to sleep/paralysis, fire, cold, acid, electricity, fear
SR 27

[dspeyer]

Hai -- Fire

OOC: I'm guessing Belial's silence means he's ruled that quench does allow spell resistance by elementals in its area, and therefore the first spell bounced and Hai is now a dragon turtle. If I've misunderstood, roll this post back.

"It looks like magic bounces off of him, but I wonder how powerful his mind itself is...."

With that, he swiftly gathers power and expands himself, then moves to the creature and strikes precisely at the creatures equivalent of a nervous system.


dmm quicken righteous nature's might
move to flank
Mind Strike bite attack
To Hit: [roll0] 13 bab + 10 str + 2 flank - 4 size
Damage: [roll1] 6d6 gargantuan bite + 2d6 sneak attack + 10 str
Wisdom Damage: [roll2] (will save dc 24 negates)

[Voice of Reason]

Ireonna ("Eilonna")

Fire Group

Noting the elemental's natural resistance to magic, Ireonna draws into her deepest reserves, and expends the last of her most potent spells. She merges the incantation into one fluid action, and releases the magic. She can feel the magic in her blood surge and quicken, eager to make itself manifest. An instant later, almost simultaneously, Ireonna's magical assault penetrates the creature's natural resistance and attempts to dissolve it as Ireonna hastens to weave yet another spell. As Ireonna moves into position close behind the fiery monstrosity, a few can see the invisibly barrier that now separates Ireonna from the it.

Sorry this took so long to get up, but I swear I've started this thing at least twice with no success. I've finally settled on burning my last two 7th level spell slots to cast Arcane Fusion, Greater: Arcane Spellsurge/Lower Spell Resistance. I followed that up with a Wall of Force, 20' high, behind and on the sides of the elemental, leaving open the "front" for "?"s attacks. I'm assuming that a 20' high wall of force will be sufficient to keep it from hitting Ireonna, barring magical intervention, based on a 15'x15' sterotype of Huge creatures. A 20' wall allows Ireonna to still hit with a bite attack, threatening it and counting for flanking. If I'm wrong, please let me know or just change it for me, at your discretion.

Moving into the back (I.E. flanking) will almost certainly trigger an AoO. I'm presuming that it's attack will connect with a very real Wall of Force, but I could be wrong.

Dreamwisp: I didn't know if you wanted the wall to completely surround the elemental, especially since you mentioned flanking. If you're going to be on the open side, I figured it'd still be trapped, and frankly, if it has to attack one of us, you have a 50% miss chance and better AC :smallredface:

[Arayl]

Ghautar (Vecna) Fire

Bursting out of the cloud of darkness enshrouding Ghautar a guisarme blade surrounded with an eerie black glow appears and slashes up at the fiery elemental's chest.

Standard: Use Arcane Channeling to cast Vampiric Touch through my weapon.

weapon attack: [roll0]
weapon damage: [roll1]
Vampiric Touch damage: [roll2]

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Fire Group

Marassa's attempt to hold the elemental fails; it is too strong, too big to be held by her telekinetic abilities alone.
The unknown shadow-being's immense strength however is another matter; its attack smashes the elemental against the wall, the flaming body pressed fully five feet into the rapidly melting stone. The elemental shakes off the momentary daze but for the first time seems hurt.
Hai, the incarnation of Winter, assumes the form of a gigantic turtle whose jaws clamp down on the fiery being's form, seemingly to no effect. Beneath the flames, the elemental's body is as resilient as a block of solid iron.
The dragon lady draws upon her magic to trap the elemental, allowing only one opening through which it can attack-at least for now. The invisible walls are easily outlined though against the being's fiery aura-but are not destroyed.
Ghautar, shrouded in an aura of impenetrable darkness, moves ahead and slashes at the elemental. His scythe does not seem to be having any effect but suddenly the elemental staggers, its flames dim and its body crumbles to ash!

A tremendous roar comes out from within the fiery pool and an elemental identical to the one you just fought bursts out of it. It is so very alike the other one, down to blackened patches where the other elemental was struck any serious blows. You are not sure but you believe the two elementals had a very, very close bond of some sort and destroying one you weakened the other.
The second elemental roars again and reactivates the burning aura, the flames again dancing in the chamber. The stones of the walls and ceiling begin to melt and fall down like a thick, viscous rain, sticking on everything and burning like a furnance. The beast that hammered down the other elemental now clearly outlined, its "brother" points a massive burning hand at it and a terrible red flash like that of an exploding volcano hammers down on its enemy-and with nearly that much strength as well. The "beast" is blasted away and the flash continues, the torrent of heat shattering the walls of force behind it and digging a five-foot hole into the roots of the mountain deeper than the eye can see...


Ghautar's Life Drain slays the "first" elemental. (bad will roll, sorry for not noticing the power sooner)
The "second" elemental moves out of the pool, its fire aura spreading from it. That's another 19d8 fire damage on everyone and everything, same reflex save. The aura has dealt enough damage to begin melting the stone of the ceiling that falls down on everything like thick mud. It deals no additional fire damage compared to the aura but outlines invisible/concealed stuff. (Ghautar is not outlined; the darkness radiating from him goes beyond his body and automatically snuffs out light sources of any kind)
The elemental blasts Dreamwisp"s character. The immunities/resistances/damage reduction/other barriers don't apply on the blast.
It deals [roll0] (untyped)

suggestion: you people need to negate the aura somehow before you burn to death. Combat healing can't hurt either. Plus, fire elementals are weak vs cold.

[Belial_the_Leveler]

Earth Group

The singing dragon's powerfully enhanced blows strike against the earth elemental's unseen shield and are absorbed. However, tiny cracks appear where the blows landed, a sign the shield can be damaged and, eventually, destroyed.
As Dov weaves yet another protection around her allies, Omnetheus attempts to alter the elemental guardian into a pebble. His spell strikes the elemental and seeks an opening through which to reach and affect it-but finds none. The shield is like a thin layer of force completely surrounding the guardian and while it can be damaged and, eventually, overcome, it seems to have ignored anything else so far.
Misty's six arrows strike at the shield, adding more tiny cracks to it while Oros exhales a subsonic blast at the elemental-with less effect than the arrows had. In fact, the elemental seems to anticipate and dodge the blast, despite its tremendous weight.

Slightly annoyed at the attacks, the elemental reaches out and grabs Leonardo-the one who has proven to be the most dangerous of the group so far-smashes him on the floor and steps on him with both feet.


Clarification: the barrier blocks LoE as far as you can observe though the elemental seems able to attack just fine.
Leonardo is grappled. Grapple damage is:
[roll0]
[roll1]
[roll2]
[roll3]
Damage is lethal, damage reduction applies to each damage separately (though it isn't attack/weapon damage so things like starmantle or empyreal ecstacy don't)

[Jack_Simth]

Marassa (Sylvia) Fire Group

"Sylvia", seeing the grapple wasn't working so hot, tries to quench the flames, sending a current of utter cold at the burning beast.


Passive Mechanics:
Reflex: [roll0] vs. DC 39; +17 if it qualifies as a spell or spell-like ability.
Incorporeal Miss: [roll1] high is good for the person rolling, so 51-100 means the fire aura misses.
Damage Roll if the Fire Aura hits her: [roll2]
Concentration Check if it turns out to be needed: [roll3]

Active mechanics:
Move: Invoking Flyby Attack, move up enough to have Line of Effect to the elemental beast; if the zappage fails, she'll move back down, if it succeeds, she'll stay to maintain it.
Standard: When she has Line of Effect to the elemental beast, use the Phrenic (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/monsters/phrenicCreature.htm) psi-like ability Energy Current (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/powers/energyCurrent.htm) for maximum Cold damage: [roll4], Fort save DC 35 half. SR penetration: [roll5]. Note that if we happen to have someone within 15 feet of the target, one of the people within 15 feet (selected at random) also needs to make a Fort save DC 35 for half of whatever the elemental beast takes... although whoever that happens to be will be taking continuing Cold damage at the same time you're taking continuing Fire damage, so it likely won't actually pose a problem.

Marassa (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=153170) aka Sylvia

AC: 66 Touch 58 Flat-footed 59
HP 192/192
Fire Protection: 45/120
Saves: +30/+37/+34 Fort/Ref/Will; -17 if it doesn't fall under the header of "spell or spell-like ability" (so +13/+20/+17 vs. Supernatural effects, Ex effects, and such).
Power Resistance 26

Active Effects: Mind Blank, Disguise Self (extended), Magic Aura on each "Item" for no magical aura, Misdirection (Rock), Protection From Energy(Fire), Clairvoyant Sense, Telekinesis (Su), Energy Current (Psi-Like)

[Oslecamo]

Singing dragon (Leonardo)Earth Group

As the earth elemental tries to stomp the dragon, Leonardo sudenly grins and slips from under his stone grasp with incredible grace. Laughing merrily, he keeps singing whitout pause.

Stand and draw your future on your chest
Just count on what you believe in to come

Leonardo voice raises for a moment, unleashing a blast of sound over his oponent, and then it proceeds to unleash a new flurry of attacks

OOC
Swift action to use a quickened sonic breath, then FULL ATTACK again.

Sonic breath attack:[roll0]
Recharge:[roll1]
Bite attack - [roll2]
(rest of the rolls next post, I mistyped them)


Buffs:
Contigency(6)(MF, superior, for when I start the wardance)
Antecipate teleportation, greater(6)
Arcane sight(3)
Tongues(2)
Nondetection(2)
Freedom of movement(4).
Empyreal ectasy(6).
Heroism, greater(5)
Mirror image(2)(1d4+5)[7].
Spell turning(7)
Wings of air, greater(4)
Ray deflection(4)
Eyes of the avoral(1)
Expeditious retreat(1)
Haste(3)
Improvisation(1)

From the weave:
Investiture of the Chain Devil(+5 feets reach)
Investiture of the Steel Devil(+3 AC bonus for anyone already acounted for, +1 extra for any ally adjacent to me)
Investiture of the Orthon(anyone attacking me with nonreach weapons or natural attacks gets damaged, I take half damage from acid)

Bardic music buffed up by inspirational boost and then words of creation:
Everybody who listens to my song gets +6d6 sonic damage in their attacks and +6 against charm and fear effects

Defenses:
AC: 47(41 touch, 44 flat footed)
Saves +42 +34 +28 (+2 extra against spells and spell like abilities)
Dragon immunities.
Immunity to daze, negative levels and sonic due to breaths
Ray deflection makes me immune to rays.
G.Heroism makes me immune to fear.

[Oslecamo]

Bite haste extra attack - [roll0]
Claw1 attack - [roll1]
Claw2 attack - [roll2]
Wing1 attack - [roll3]
Wing2 attack - [roll4]
Tail slap attack - [roll5]

Bite damage - [roll6] extra sonic damage - [roll7]
Bite haste damage - [roll8] extra sonic damage - [roll9]
Claw1 damage - [roll10]extra sonic damage - [roll11]
Claw2 damage - [roll]2d8+13)/roll]extra sonic damage - [roll12]
Wing1 damage - [roll13]extra sonic damage - [roll14]
Wing2 damage - [roll15]extra sonic damage - [roll16]
Tail slap damage - [roll17]extra sonic damage - [roll18]

[Oslecamo]

Claw 2 damage[roll0]

[amiplayable]

Seeing the damage that the dragon had dealt Leonardo, Dov makes her way to the grappling two and grants her ally with two healing spells done simultaneously.

(If Leonardo was not damaged thanks to Freedom of Movement, Dov will stay where she is and casts Sanctuary on herself.)

Leonardo, if damaged, you are healed with two Cure Serious Wounds. [roll0]

AC 36, touch 23, flat-footed 30
Saves F/R/W +21/+22/+20

Ranged +17/+12/+7 (+23 w/bonuses)

Buffs:
Heroism
Extended Displacement
Death Ward
Divine Agility
Haste
Invisibility
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Broom of Flying (She's on it.)

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus) Earth Group
AC 41, touch 23, flat-footed 41
Saves F/R/W +28/+29/+26

Contingency: Celerity if I am attacked (attack here means "targetted by or included in a hostile action"...if it's clearer, any action that would break Invisibility).
Persisted Wraithstrike
Nondetection (CL DC 41 to bypass)
Investiture of the Chain Devil
Investiture of the Steel Devil
Investiture of the Orthon
Spiderskin
Displacement
Heroism
Superiour Invisibility

Watching his opponent for a moment, Jack does a few mental calculations, then gestures at the ceiling above his foe.

Stay with me on this one, it's gonna get ugly.

Polymorph Any Object to duplicate Transmute Rock To Mud. I have 52 10 foot cubes to shape. 48 of them will be shaped into 4 10x10x120 rectangles arranged so there is a 10x10 column between them. 1 cube will be at the top of this column. The remaining 3 will be used to ensure nothing is stuck. The result is a 10x10x120 column of rock now unattached from the ceiling above the elemental. DMG 67 says a 5 foot cube of rock weighs 1 ton, so this thing weighs 96 tons. DMG 303 says falling objects deal 1d6 damage per 200lb of weight...so that's 960d6 to anything under the rock (ie, the elemental).

Curse you Rules Compendium, capping the damage at 20d6. :smallfurious:

I'll post again for the damage (and a bump).

Note: The DMG doesn't give any rule on dodging falling objects, so I have no idea how one might adjudicate this. Well worth a shot though.

[Dreamwisp]

? (FIRE)

As the energy tears at the form of the shadow beast it retreats into the shadows permeating the cavern and as it fades away the shadows darken and spread. The beast strikes relentlessly from the shadows, tearing at it's fiery form and brutally dragging it across the ground.

114/312hp
Saves 38/33/27
AC 7/-5/2

Shadow Blend, Mind Blank
Energy Immunity: Fire
Divine Celerity (Haste, 8rounds/15minuts)

Full Dive Attack (Flat Footed AC)
Atk [roll0] Dmg [roll1]
Atk [roll2] Dmg [roll3]
Atk [roll4] Dmg [roll5]
Atk [roll6] Dmg [roll7]
Atk [roll8] Dmg [roll9]
Rend Dmg [roll10]

Dungeon Crasher (Opposed Str)
Str [roll11] Dmg [roll12]
Str [roll13] Dmg [roll14]
Str [roll15] Dmg [roll16]
Str [roll17] Dmg [roll18]
Str [roll19] Dmg [roll20]

AoO [roll21] Dmg [roll22] Str [roll23] +1/5 points of Dmg
Dungeon Crasher (Opposed Str)
Str [roll24] Dmg [roll25]

I will be hiding in the shadows created by the life drain effect, this limits my movement to the horizontal. I also open my mouth overlapping his darkness effect with my own deeper darkness. I move the elemental as much as possible (30ft) from it's location toward my team mates. I will be 15ft adjacent to it.

[NadrojOfTheMad]

Jack (Omnetheus) Earth Group

[roll0]
Revised falling rock damage.

[dspeyer]

Hai calls out to the shadow beast, "Does positive energy heal you?"

If so, he casts heal on Dreamwisp's character restoring 150hp.

[Dreamwisp]

? (FIRE)

The beast responds "Yes." And as the healing energy renews it's dark form a quick "Thank you" is heard before it begins the counterattack.

264/312hp
This is best resolved before my attack and fading into deeper darkness.

[kladams707]

Misty moves another 30 feet back and continues her torrent of arrows upon the elemental, tring to crack the shield open and weaken the elemental further.


AC: 54, 40T,37F
First 3 arrows: [roll0]
damage:
[roll1] extra sonic dice [roll2]
[roll3] extra sonic dice [roll4]
[roll5] extra sonic dice [roll6]

Next 3:
[roll7] [roll8] extra sonic dice [roll9]
[roll10] [roll11] extra sonic dice [roll12]
[roll13] [roll14] extra sonic dice [roll15]

[loser0ll]

Dashar-Ni, apparantly having gotten bored with the current inactivity, chants another spells, firing a bolt of acid at the elemental, trying to damage it's shield further. While a weak spell, it bypasses natural resistances to magic and makes reflexes irrelavent - but more importantly, it gives the bored Sorcerer something to do.