Keep

[cebova]

Apostate Marla of the Wayward Shrine has sent a messenger (an acolyte of Melora one Celeth Everspring) to Beldon requesting a favor.
Being a duly anointed paragon of the wayward goddess Beldon has asked his friends to accompany him outside Winterhaven to the small shrinefarm attended by Marla (its not such a great idea to travel alone these days).

(OOC: Feel free to role-play. Any ooc should be treated like so i.e. italicized and set off from role playing text--prevents creation of a separate thread. All rolls should be handled on Dice Roller Keep thread: http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7140334&posted=1#post7140334)

OOC: AS I've kinda thrown Night Monkey under the bus as far as role-playing initiative I'll leave it to him to invent the setting for role-play (tavern, library, (ahem) brothel). Or we can leave it to the DM to etch out a flimsy excuse for all of the PC's to be together.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik is just returning from a caving expedition. He doesn't even have time to unpack before he receives word that Beldon is calling in his favor. He hurriedly refreshes his supplies and then heads to the indicated meeting location.


(OOC: I don't really have much else to hang any roleplaying on until I see more. As a hook, I'm saying that Bajnik owes Beldon a pretty big favor, and is eager to repay it.)

[thenucleus]

After another day spent cursing his own luck, Quintus is pleased with the prospect of getting out of town. Certain parties have started to actively pursue what they are due, and a few days away could have the beneficial effect of extending his life by...well, a few days.

Telling no one where he is going, and leaving his room in a fashion that suggests to any intruder: "the person who lives here was here until a few moments ago but has just popped out and could be back any moment," he packs only the bare essentials and heads off to meet Beldon.

[Astrella]

"I'll never understand why humans want to live so crowded" Celeth thought to himself, as he passed though the Winterhaven eastern gate. He grabbed his Amulet, and held it firmly in the palm of his hand and let of a barely heard sigh. "Glad to be out in the open again", he murmured to himself.

Surprised to be the first to arrive at the meeting place, he sat himself down on the ground. He had told Beldon that he'd go ahead, but had expected for some of the other party members to be here already. "I wonder what Apostate Marla has in store for us" he wondered as he enjoyed the touch of the sun rays on his face.


OOC: Made a better sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161039) for my character on Myth-Weavers, along with some background and character description.

[NPCMook]

Arriving at the supposed meeting spot in his usual drunken stupor, Baern greets the Elf. "Oi there Celeth, where is the rest of troupe? This is where we are meeting correct?"

(OOC: Here's my Sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161270), I'll have to finish it later, I need to run off to a Rogue Trader session.

[DSCrankshaw]

(OOC: Improved sheet for Bajnik can be found here (http://www.donaldscrankshaw.com/files/Bajnik.pdf).)

[mackejn]

Faeloth realizes that he lost track of time and is late. "I swear I'd lose my head if it weren't attached." He begins meandering towards the meeting spot to see what this adventure he was promised is all about. He's had enough boredom sitting around town.

OOC: Going to get together a myth-weavers sheet later tonight probably.

[cebova]

OOC: Hey thanks for all of the updated sheets. It really is appreciated. As I am a bit rusty in the DM slot I promise skills and info will improve exponentially.
I can post throughout the day, sporadically, and more regularly in the evening between 8 and 10 EST. So, if it doesn't intrude too much on your lives, I will make 10PM EST the cut-off for reaction to posts for the day. Monday through Friday are great, the weekends not-so-much so don't expect too much exposition on the weekends. If that's okay for you guys we'll keep that as table rules. We can agree to post every day (exhausting), every other day or any combination that works for all. Just give a reply with your intended work input and we'll work out a very tentative and easily modifiable schedule. No pressure no expectations just some structure so that the game moves along well enough.
What that means, and only if everyone agrees, is at 10PM if you haven't posted the auto-character function will be imposed. Either I or a volunteer will take over your character. Obviously, if you have an upcoming conflict give a holler and we can work something out. PM me with any problems or concerns. And, again, thanks a lot for all of the time and patience!

[thenucleus]

OOC: That should be OK, but be aware that I live in Australia so my timing is a little different to your's. It shouldn't be a problem though - we'll see how we go. Daily posting during the week is good for me, but I won't be able to do much on weekends either.

Are you setting up a OOC thread? Otherwise the game thread will be cluttered with posts like this one.

[cebova]

OOC: I didn't want to (yet another thread to follow, ugh). Lets give it a few rounds of posting and see how it goes. For clarity's sake I was going to post round summaries on a separate site (a personal site that would have maps, character sheets and the story so far summary--if everyone is comfortable with that). Hopefully after the first few days OOC will calm down.

[mackejn]

OOC: My char sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161312).

[cebova]

Having met at the appropriate time, give or take a few half-hours. The party rallies together and heads south toward the Wayward Shrine. The day is as bright as one can expect in Winterhaven and the chill of late-morning (quite earlier than most are used to) is beginning to lift. The sun is reaching its height (rather uncomfortably close to the horizon--winter is coming).

Beldon has little information on Marla's summons--his usual amount of knowledge when it comes to the 'game' as he calls it. His stalwart form (as much as can fit in his 4' frame) takes lead down the road--a miserable mix of flagstones and mud typical to Winterhaven.

The party falls into its usual tentative camaraderie as the sun slowly begins to descend from its apex. The farm is but a two hour walk from the town proper.

The wind in your faces is cool and comfortable. The road beneath your feet begins to assume a more level aspect as bits of flagstone peek out through the dirt. You notice footprints leading up and down the dirt road, many of which seem to be made by clawed feet.

"Damn kobolds from the mountains," exclaimed Brak, one of the town's guardsmen. Often drunk and sometimes besotted he is the least reliable of the watch and his affirmation of a kobold incursion seems a bit more realistic now that you see these footprints.

On your guard, you begin to fall into a more militaristic traveling formation.

OOC: Please refer to the map www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep
Placing your PC according to their roles in the party. Use the key to designate placement and I will update accordingly.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik takes a place near the front of the party, though he lets the fighter take the lead. He keeps a sharp eye out for trouble.

(OOC: Place Bajnik at D13. Perception check: 16 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7157025&postcount=4) )

[thenucleus]

Quintus follows behind Bajnik, one hand hovering near the shortsword hanging from his belt. Hopefully the kobolds will not be brave enough to try anything, but you can't be too careful.

OOC: Quintus is at C14

[Astrella]

Celeth takes up place behind Quitus, remaining close enough to provide magical aid and healing should it be needed. He takes his shield from his back and holds his hand near the mace hanging from his belt.

OOC: Celeth is at B15. (Note that Celeth gives a +1 on perception checks to non-elf allies within 5 squares due to his Elven Group Awareness)
Perception check if needed. (16) (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7157574&postcount=5)

[Night Monkey]

Beldon has little information on Marla's summons--his usual amount of knowledge when it comes to the 'game' as he calls it. His stalwart form (as much as can fit in his 4' frame) takes lead down the road--a miserable mix of flagstones and mud typical to Winterhaven.

OOC: Apologies for my brief absence, although I am glad to see that you have taken the initiative and started roleplaying my character for me. Please continue; he appears to be yours now.

[mackejn]

Faeloth falls in quietly behind Celeth wand in hand ready to fling some magic if need be.

OOC: I guess put me at A16 then to keep the line going. Perception for Faeloth. (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7158705&postcount=6)

[NPCMook]

Baern jumps in next to Bajink, with arms at the ready.

(OOC:At E14. Perception Check: 8 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7159788&postcount=7) Sorry for the hold up)

[cebova]

Alert and ready for any danger your group heads up the road. You catch a glimpse of one...two...three? small creatures hiding behind the rocks ahead of you. They spring from their hiding places and begin to move towards you. With a shrill shriek they attack!

OOC: Initiative rolls please and first actions from everyone. I will ask for additional clarification or reworked actions as needed. Refer to the map: http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keepfor any question of your current placement and enemy's. Please OOC any strategy questions to your fellows and work that out individually.

[mackejn]

Faeloth steels himself for battle and tries to assess the what will be his best target. He hurls a flaming ball at two of the kobolds.

OOC: Initiative for Faeloth: Initiative = 10 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7162774&postcount=8) I'd like to attempt to shift to E-12 and Scorching Burst centered at I-14. Attack/Damage (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7167354&postcount=21)

[NPCMook]

Baern lets out a battle cry and sizes up his foes!

(OOC: Initiative: 4 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7162904&postcount=11), Well guys this is going to start off good... whopping 4 initiative...)

Minor: Draw Battleaxe and Shield
Move: Shift to H11
Standard: Cleave (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7165856&postcount=20)/Mark at KD1

[thenucleus]

Quintus was hoping for a quiet journey and some monetary reward at the end of it, and is not too thrilled to see the creatures spring up from behind the rocks. Grimacing, he draws his shortsword and moves forward, ducking behind one of the rocks near the kobolds to wait for a chance to make an effective strike.

(OOC: Initiative: 12 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7163449&postcount=12))


Minor: Draw shortsword
Move: Move to G6

[DSCrankshaw]

Despite his sharp eye, Bajnik is slow to act. He draws his hammers and closes on the nearest enemy, swiping at it with each hammer.

(OOC: Spoilered because it's long. Rolls here (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7163947&postcount=13) and here (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7163958&postcount=14).)
Initiative: d20+1 = 7

Minor
Draw hammers

Standard
Twin strike on kobolds

Attack K4: d20 + 5 = 9
Damage K4: d10 = 6
Attack K6: d20 + 5 = 16
Damage K6: d10 = 6


HP 25/33 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

EDIT: Modified to account for changes.

[Astrella]

Celeth grabs his mace, takes a leap forward and utters a short prayer, causing a stream of shimmering lights to fly towards the nearest unengaged kobold.

OOC: Initiative - 11

Minor action: Draw mace.
Move action: Move one square towards F11.
Combat action: Celeth casts Lance of Faith at K1.

Roll to hit: d20+4 vs. Reflex: 11
Damage: 1d8+4 radiant damage: 6
If attack hits, Bajnik gets a +2 power bonus to hits on his next attack roll against K1.

Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7164351&postcount=15)

[cebova]

OOC: Sorry, I had a few more things for my post but baby woke up for feeding. See map for Kobolds moves and you can either keep your actions as is, keep your rolls as is or change one or both. Baby usually eats at 11:00 so I thought I had plenty of time)

The kobolds bound ahead from their positions and as their yelps fill the air you notice two more figures to your right. The beasts charge: two engage Bajnik with their spears, one of the smaller kobolds and the bigger shield bearing one engage Beldon. Stepping from behind cover one kobold launches a spear barely missing Quintus.
As spear and sword dash in and out of Beldon's defense he glows and shouts out a triumphant adulation to Avandra and a kobold falls to the ground.

OOC: Bajnik's two attackers draw blood (8 damage total) Beldon seems unharmed and Quintus sends a prayer heaven's way for the miss.
See map for new positions and reference accordingly:

http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep

[DSCrankshaw]

(OOC: Edited post above to account for changes in situation.)

[Astrella]

OOC: Edited my post.

[NPCMook]

(OOC: As did I)

[mackejn]

OOC: Updated my post as well.
EDIT: Forgot to roll attack/damage, fixed.

[cebova]

OOC: I assume that thenucleus was keeping his initial moves--if not I can adjust. Refer to map page (below) to view current battlefield. And from now on after your actions roll initiative for the next round.)
http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep

The battlefield quickly erupts into its comfortable chaos. As steel clangs against steel, shouts echo like haunting refrains, and arcane explosions fill the air with roasted kobold.

Celeth, a rather neutral look on his face, brandishes his mace as light engulfs the kobold and leaves it lying lifeless on the ground.
Quietly murmuring behind the fray Faeloth makes a small gesture and you feel the heat from the flames that harry the burly, shield carrying Kobolds.
Quintus dashes from the initial attack seemingly invisible to your eyes.
Bajnik brandishes his hammers with a grace belying his dwarven heritage and in a blink of an eye another foe falls, limp to the ground.
Baern leaps to Beldon's side and blocks a sword thrust by one of the burly kobolds and swings a devastating blow that sends a loud crash ringing from the intrusive shield of the kobold.
Surprised at the ease and familiarity that seems to have grown so quickly in the troupe you steal yourselves and ready your counter-assault.

OOC: Initiative and actions.

[mackejn]

Faeloth continues moving away from everything and launches another ball of flame at the kobolds.

OOC: Shift to E-11 and attack Kobolds KD1 and KD2 unless they move. Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7167668&postcount=23)

[NPCMook]

Baern stands his ground and attempts to cleave the kobold in twain.

(OOC:Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7167809&postcount=24)
Move: Shift after KD1 if needed
Standard: Cleave attack on KD1)

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik strikes the kobold with both hammers, then moves to circle the rocks to flank the kobolds Baern and Beldon are fighting.

(OOC: Initiative 7, new rolls here (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7169671&postcount=25).)


Standard
Twin strike K4
Attack 1: d20 + 5 = 6
Damage: 1d10 = 5

Attack 2: d20 + 5 = 24
Damage: 1d10 = 1


Move
Move to L13

[Astrella]

Celeth joins the battle line. He hums a few words as soon as he's next to Bajnik, causing a small illusionary crown to appear above his head and a blueish light to wash over Bajnik, mending his wounds. After this, the draws out his mace and aims for the nearest kobold.

OOC:
Initiative: 19 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7171476&postcount=28)
Move action: 2 squares to H11.
Minor action: Healing word, Bajnik can spend a healing surge and heals an additional 1d6 hit points.
Combat action: Attacks K4. Attack roll: 4 (critical failure) Damage roll: 8
Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7171463&postcount=27)

[cebova]

OOC: Haven't heard anything from thenucleus and Night Monkey has dropped out. Am I expecting too much? I actually have a replacement for Night Monkey waiting in the wings. I'd love to post your actions and get on with the battle but not at the expense of another player. I'll table it and let everyone decide. Move on or wait for thenucleus? While were at it is the posting demand too much?

[mackejn]

OOC: As long as the game keeps going, I have no preference. I just want to play since most of the other games I tried to get in on have been canceled or took other players.

[DSCrankshaw]

(OOC: Did we ever nail down an every day posting schedule. Because I remember that every other day was on the table for a while (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7155226&postcount=8). I'm willing to do either, but I need to know which is in effect.)

[cebova]

(OOC: Did we ever nail down an every day posting schedule. Because I remember that every other day was on the table for a while. I'm willing to do either, but I need to know which is in effect.)

OOC: We never said. I was thinking every other day but it seems with an exception for thenucleus everyday was the actual time line. I only posted this question because it has been two days since thenucleus' last post. Just wanted to see where everyones head was at.

Lest say every other day is the rule. The exception is if everyone has posted. If you miss a day your PC will be automated until you rejoin or repost otherwise.

[cebova]

OOC: automated Quintus. I'll be around all weekend if you guys are up for continuing this. If Quintus doesn't show we move on with a five party group.

The battle rages.
The burly kobolds beset Beldon with their blades. Confounded, the mighty halfling feels the bite of steel as he fails to parry a wicked thrust. Celeth whispers something as he passes Bajnik and moves towards the smaller kobold--the little beast dodges and thrusts at Bajnik, the stalwart dwarf is hampered by the confounding creature. Faeloth moves forward and whispers his arcane phrase as another scorching ball of flame engulfs the burly Kobold engaged with Beldon. The two bigger kobolds shift away from the paladin and bear down on Baern. Further off the road Quintus, seemingly from the ether, tosses daggers at the Kobolds still obscured by the boulders lining the road. One falls as another lets loose a flaming pellet from its sling. Baern, desperately trying to bolster the defense of his diminutive comrade, swings his mighty hammer as the shield bearing Kobold blocks his blow yet again. As the flaming pellet heads dangerously close to Faeloth it bursts into flame, the heat a little too close for comfort.

OOC: Beldon is wounded for 8 damage. Quintus is hit in the attack for 4 damage. Bajnik is hit for 4 damage. K3 and K4 drop dead.

Initiative and Actions, please.
MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)

[DSCrankshaw]

(OOC: Was Bajnik not able to move to L13 last round? I was hoping to be able to flank the KD kobolds this round. And was the healing word before or after the second kobold did damage?

Sirroelivan, does Celeth get a Wisdom bonus to healing?)

[Astrella]

Celeth steels himself and utters a few words to mend some of Beldon's wounds. He touches his mace with his holy symbol, causing it to burst in bright light before striking one of the Kobolds. As the strike hits, the flash of light from the impact seems to wash away some of Bajnik's damage.

OOC: Yes, Healing Word gets my +4 wisdom modifier above the healing burst and d6 healing. (due to the Healing Lore class feature, which I forgot about)

Initiative: 7

Movement action: none

Minor Action: Healing Word on Beldon: can spend a healing burst + heal an additional 10 hit points.

Combat Action: Healing Strike on KD1: attack roll: 6, damage roll: 10.
If the attack hits, KD1 is marked till the start of my next turn, and Bajnik (if he's within 5 squares of me) can spend a healing burst + heal an additional 4 damage.

[cebova]

(OOC: Was Bajnik not able to move to L13 last round? I was hoping to be able to flank the KD kobolds this round. And was the healing word before or after the second kobold did damage?

OOC: Fixed your position. Healing happened before hit.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik circles around to flank the kobold attacking Baern, swinging with both hammers. His first attack is well aimed, but the second goes wide.


Initiative: 7
Rolls here

Move
Move to H14, circling wide so don't provoke OA

Minor
Hunter's Quarry KD2

Standard
Twin strike on KD2

Attack 1: d20+5+2 [flank] = 23
Damage 1: 1d10 + 1d6 = 7

Attack 2: d20+5+2 [flank]= 8
Damage 2: 1d10 = 9

HP 29/33 Surges 8/9 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

[mackejn]

Fealoth backs up and fires a mystic bolt of force at one of the kobolds.

Shift to E-10 and Magic Missile on KD1. Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7184813&postcount=35) Init: 9 Attack: 11 Damage: 7

[NPCMook]

Baern sets up for an agile attack.

(OOC: DS, you should move one more over to G14, since I am going before you, and will be moving out of flanking position.
Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7188810&postcount=36)
Standard: Passing attack/Mark on KD1, if hit free action to shift to I13 and make a secondary Passing Attack at +2 on KD2 and Mark him as well)

[cebova]

Beldon, unbothered by the kobolds seeming imperviousnes, brings his sword to bear on a kobold who shrugs it away with his shield. The wiry paladin ducks under the kobolds answering swipe and dashes towards the other kobold.
The sturdy kobolds, thirst whetted by the blood of Baern, seem to focus their attacks on the dwarf. One of the Kobolds beats Baern's defense as the other feints.
Baern, unshaken by the annoying beasts, brings his Axe to bear and is confounded, again by the shields of the kobolds.
Dashing from its cover behind the boulder the taller kobold swings its sling and lets loose at Celeth. A burst of flame adds a painful bonus to the pellet that dashes against the cleric in a showering ball of sparks.
Faeloth dashes further from the melee gaining his bearings: a small gesture and an arcane missle soars past the head of the kobold--angered it yelps in rage.
Quintus dashes behind the boulder and you lose sight of him but hear a pained yelp that sounds very much like a wounded kobold.
Celeth, pained by the wounds still smoldering his armor, whispers a word to Beldon who glows faintly as he rushes past the cleric. Celeth swings his mace and his blow stops short against a rather heavy shield.
Bajnik, with a grunt of effort, brings his hammers to bear and smashes a kobold, the burly beast stumbles but dodges the second hammer.

OOC: I have misruled (blame old D&D habits) no more initiative rolls, apologies.
Celeth: Reflex roll please and 9 damage. If save fails +2 damage
Baern: 6 damage
Actions please
MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)

[Astrella]

OOC: I thought reflex saves didn't exist any more in 4th? Don't you just have to check with my reflex of 12?

[cebova]

OOC: I thought reflex saves didn't exist any more in 4th? Don't you just have to check with my reflex of 12?

OOC: Of course you're right. Did I mention this is my first foray into 4E :P. Apologies. Save please.

[Astrella]

OOC: Of course you're right. Did I mention this is my first foray into 4E :P. Apologies. Save please.

OOC: Reflex is twelve. Don't quite get what you mean by "save please".(The attack is vs. reflex? Reflex, fortitude and will are just defences in the same way as AC now. So the only save I could take, is the standard saving throw.)

[cebova]

OOC: Reflex is twelve. Don't quite get what you mean by "save please".(The attack is vs. reflex? Reflex, fortitude and will are just defences in the same way as AC now. So the only save I could take, is the standard saving throw.)

OOC: The original post asked for a reflex roll I meant save roll. When I said 'save please' what I meant was change the word 'reflex' to the word save (saving throw). Sorry.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik takes two swings at the closest kobold, and then falls back a step, preparing to circle around.


Standard
Twin Strike
Attack KD2: d20 + 5 =16
Damage: 3
Attack KD2: d20 + 5 = 12
Damage: 5

Hunter's quarry damage: 1d6 = 1

Move
Shift to H14

HP 29/33 Surges 8/9 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

[Astrella]

OOC: Oh, sorry then. Saving throw fails: 1 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7192783&posted=1#post7192783)

[mackejn]

Faeloth continues his movement away from the kobolds launching another bolt of force at the kobold.



Shift to E-9 and Magic Missile on KD-1. Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7196779&postcount=46) Attack: 23 Damage: 8

[NPCMook]

Baern continues his assault attempting to cleave the Kobolds in two.

(OOC: Standard: Cleave (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7201846&postcount=47) KD1)

[Astrella]

Groaning, Celeth takes another swing at one of the shield-bearing kobolds.

OOC:
Free Action
Divine Fortune: +1 to next attack roll.

Standard Action
Melee attack at KD2: +4 vs AC: 11
Damage roll: 3
rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7202209&postcount=48)

[cebova]

Beldon growls as fiercely as a halfling has ever growled and swings his sword at the nearest kobold, desperately the kobold tries to shove its shield between its fleshy bits and the sword. With a pathetic whine the little reptile feels the bite of Beldon's blade. It assumes a defensive pose and trembles slightly as it rejoins battle with its comrade.
Miserable steel, again, sweeps at Baern's defenses and the fighter takes both blades as his mighty axe returns in kind. The dexterous kobolds move quickly to confront Beldon.
Beset by the wily Quintus the wiry kobold lets loose another volley at the rogue missing and scrambling away.
Faeloth continues his movement away from the kobolds launching another bolt of force at the kobold and is comforted by the piercing whine as it falls to the ground.
Groaning, Celeth takes another swing at one of the shield-bearing kobolds only to be parried as its angry yelps mourn the loss of its brethren.
Bajnik takes two swings at the closest kobold, and then falls back a step, preparing to circle around. Miserably his hammers fail to find their mark.

OOC:
Baern receives 11 damage from kobold attacks.
Celeth saving throw if fail 2 damage.

Refer to new Map (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep).

[Astrella]

Seeing Bajnik take the brunt of the Kobold attacks, Celeth takes action. He closes his eyes and starts to hum. He starts to glow with divine light, that heals both his and his allies wounds and weakens the resolve of their enemies.

OOC:
Saving Throw: 2 (Fails)

Standard Action:
Beacon of Hope
KD2: +4 vs. Will: 19, if hits, KD2 is weakened till the end of his next turn.
Effect: Celeth and all allies within 3 squares heal 5+4=9 hit points.

rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7206408&postcount=51)
sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161039)

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik circles around the kobold to come at him from the other side, both hammers lashing out.


OOC:

Move
Move to E13

Attack
Twin strike KD2

Attack 1: d20 + 5 + 2 [flank] = 12
Damage 1: d10 = 3

Attack 2: d20 + 5 + 2 [flank] = 24
Damage 2: d10 = 1

Healing + 9

Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7207794#post7207794)

HP 33/33 Surges 8/9 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

[Emlyn]

Beldon holds his ground and strikes at the Kobold, hopping to weaken it. He then marks the kobold with a divine mark.

ooc: Hey, as promised I'll finish the fight as Beldon.


Move
None

Attack
Enfeebling Strike

d20 + 2 + 2 [flank] = 28
1d8 + 4 = 9

Effect: Kobold takes -2 to attack till end of my next turn

rolls (www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7208349&posted=1#post7208349)

Minor
Divine Challenge

Kobold KD2

Effect: Kobold is marked, any attack not including Beldon takes -2 to hit and 7 radiant damage

[NPCMook]

Baern feeling a little wonky from the last blow shrugs it off and takes a swing!

OOC: Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7209297&postcount=54)
Sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161270)

Minor Action: Second Wind
Standard: Melee Basic Attack

[mackejn]

Faeloth continues slowly heading towards Quintus and launches another burst of force at the kobold.



Shift to F-7 and Magic Missile on KD-2. Attack: 13 Damage: 10 Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7215786&postcount=55)

[cebova]

OOC: Thanks to Emlyn for taking over Beldon for this encounter

The road is littered with kobolds and their fleshy bits. The lone remaining skirmisher hobbles away from the front line, desperate for cover or respite, a kobolds mind is its own. It's sling wielding friend has darted into the woods under the pressure from Quintus.
A wicked blade desperately darts at Beldon who holds his ground and strikes at the Kobold, hopping to weaken it. The kobold squeals in pain. Beldon marks the kobold with a divine mark.
Baern feeling a little wonky from the last blow shrugs it off and takes a swing! Miraculously, the kobolds trembling sword knocks the blow away.
Faeloth continues slowly heading towards Quintus and launches another burst of force at the kobold. The kobold is wracked with arcane pain.
Seeing Bajnik take the brunt of the Kobold attacks, Celeth takes action. He closes his eyes and starts to hum. He starts to glow with divine light, that heals both his and his allies wounds and weakens the resolve of their enemies.
Bajnik circles around the kobold to come at him from the other side, both hammers lashing out. The kobold somehow finds the energy to block one of Bajniks hammer but is bludgeoned by the other.
Weakly but still fighting the kobold yells a harried war cry!

OOC: Poor little kobold.
Celeth please make a saving throw if it fails another 2 damage.
MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)

[Emlyn]

Frustrated that the kobold still stands, Beldon strikes out with his sword, hoping to weaken it again. He finishes of with another divine mark.


Move
None

Attack
Enfeebling Strike

d20 + 2 + 2 [flank] = 10
1d8 + 4 = 12

Effect: Kobold takes -2 to attack till end of my next turn


Minor
Divine Challenge

Kobold KD2

Effect: Kobold is marked, any attack not including Beldon takes -2 to hit and 7 radiant damage

[cebova]

OOC: Emlyn, please make an attack of opportunity against KD2 (he is trying to move)

[DSCrankshaw]

Again, Bajnik attempts to kill the kobold, both hammers lashing out.


Standard
Twin strike KD2

Attack 1: d20 + 5 + 2 [flank] = 8
Damage 1: d10 = 2

Attack 2: d20 + 5 + 2 [flank] = 23
Damage 2: d10 = 8

Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7219220#post7219220)

HP 33/33 Surges 8/9 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

[Astrella]

OOC: Saving Throw: 2 (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7219610&postcount=58), fails again.
Sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161039)

[Emlyn]

As the kobold moves, Beldon sees a gap in it's defense and takes a swing.


Attack: 1d20+4 = 22
Damage: 1d8+4 = 9
rolls (www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7220589&postcount=59)

[Astrella]

Celeth tries another swing at the last standing kobold.

OOC:
Move action:
Move to G11

Standard Action:
Attack with mace
Attack roll: +3 vs AC: 9
Damage roll: 1d8+1: 4

rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7226534&postcount=60)
sheet (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=161039)

[NPCMook]

Baern takes another angered swing at the Kobold

OOC: Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7226908&postcount=61)
Standard: Melee Basic Attack

[cebova]

OOC: Haven't heard from mackejn since Thursday. Hope you're still out there. DMPC Faeloth.

Frustrated that the kobold still stands, Beldon strikes out with his sword, hoping to weaken it again. He finishes of with another divine mark. The kobold manages to shove his shield in the way and darts away from Beldon. As the kobold moves, Beldon sees a gap in it's defense and takes a swing. THe kobold crumples to the ground.

Over your shoulders you hear a frustrated scream of terror that sounds quite like a kobold in fear for its life. You glimpse Quintus darting into the tree-line in the direction you assume is towards the remaining kobold.

The race of battle begins to slow and you are met with a curmbled road filled with the bloodied bodies of the kobolds. You hear a shout from Quintus as he re-emerges from the tree-line.

"I lost him!" he grunts as he returns to the group.

"The shrine is not far from here!" says Beldon, "We should continue and see if this was but a squad from a larger strike force."

OOC: Emlyn feel free to RP Beldon until the shrine.

Actions and RP.

[DSCrankshaw]

"That wasn't so bad," Bajnik says as he cleans his hammers. "Are we ready to continue?"

[Astrella]

"Yes", says Celeth while sheeting his mace and slinging his shield on my back, "though my Holy Symbol is almost completely drained of its energy. I propose we keep a steady pace, the earlier we reach the shrine the better."

[Emlyn]

"Very well then, I will lead us to the shrine." Sheathing his sword, Beldon moves off towards the shrine.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik shrugs. "I can keep going," he says.

(OOC: Does anyone want to take a short rest first?)

[Astrella]

OOC: Wouldn't mind one, but is not really necessary for me.

[NPCMook]

Baern feels a bit winded, but feels he could press on.

OOC:Unless we go running head long into the temple, its usually assumed walking isn't a very strenuous activity, unless walking up a very steep hill. This is just my groups preference, but its entirely up to the DM to decide.

[Emlyn]

ooc: I'm waitng for the group to decide before I actually leave. I'm fine with going on or waiting, either works.

[cebova]

OOC: I still haven't heard from mackejn. We have a bit of a conundrum. Not really a problem as Emlyn taking over for Night Monkey. And I can DMPC thenucleus' Quintus. That leaves four. I'll DMPC Faeloth as well but if we don't hear from mackejn is anyone willing to play Faeloth as well as their own PC?
As for moving on here is the status so far:
Faeloth: full HP full powers available
Baern: 30/31 HP full powers available 11/12 healing surges
Celeth: 18/24 HP full powers available full healing surges
Bajnik: full HP full powers available 8/9 healing surges
Quintus: 15/24 HP daily power expended full healing surges
Beldon: full HP daily power expended 10/11 healing surges

The group decided to capitulate to Beldon's obvious concern for the Shrine farm and make their way to the gate of the rather large farm. The gate hangs, broken, on its hinge and you can see that the farm shows evidence of an attack as well. FRom a distance you hear a voice calling:
"Beldon! Thank Avandra! You have arrived too late to aid in the attack but soon enough to help! Marla strides toward your group, she is non-descript in appearance but her presence fills you with a calm that seems quite refreshing after your skirmish.
"Hail and well met Marla! Do you need aid with your wounded?" asks a rather concerned Beldon.
"No, no, we have had a visitor who has aided us...ah, there he is. Harbek!" a stout dwarf turns from ministering a shaken farm-hand and walks towards you.
"He, too, came after the battle but he has put us all back together again," she continues.
"I thank you for coming Beldon. I have need of your assistance and influence in Winterhaven. This is just the latest attack on our farm and I don't think it will be the last. I need you to Lord Padraig about housing a garrison here to protect us until he can do something more...permanent, to these damned kobolds!" explains Marla.
Marla describes the latest attack and gives a fair description of what you have just experienced. A ribald group of kobolds mad with an unusually grand sense of bravado swarmed the farm and just as quickly retreated. She seems to think they come from the south but after the attacks they have gone in vague directions sometimes, splitting into smaller groups, and retreating in opposite direction. There have been three attacks, including this one.

OOC: You can RP as much as you want to find information. There are quite a few members of the farm. THis is the first you have heard of any actual kobold activity besides the ramblings of the gaurdsman Brak who is convinced that he has been the recipient of a few kobold attacks. He has been very vocal about these attacks in the tavern in Winterhaven.
Emlyn, thank you for taking over Beldon. I will RP him for now and you can introduce Harbek.

[Emlyn]

Harbek approaches the group and says, ""Well met. The name's Harbek. So what brings you here?"

[DSCrankshaw]

"I'm Bajnik," says the dwarf armed with two hammers. "I'm a caver, and a tracker. I could try to see if I can find the trail of the kobolds who attacked."

[Astrella]

Celeth delivers a quick nod towards Harbek before directing himself towards the party. "Haste is of importance here, the sooner we speak to Lord Padraig, the better. But can we risk leaving the farm in case of a greater attack?"

[mackejn]

OOC: Sorry for dissappearing. Ended up having to leave early for a trip and I forgot my laptop.

[Emlyn]

I'll stay behind and look after the farm. If you can find and put a stop to the kobolds, we'll be fine," Beldon says. Nodding his agreement, Harbek says, "If that is the case, then may I ask to accompany you? I would dearly love to see these Kobolds slain."

[cebova]

OOC: Okay, consensus is needed. Back to Winterhaven or try to track kobolds. Unless you guys have another option in mind. Majority rules. Take for granted that you have had the appropriate amount of rest to renew your encounter powers and please OOC your healing surges used if needed.

[mackejn]

Faeloth interjects "I believe the best way for us to be to help these people is to get to the root of the cause. I think perhaps Lord Padraig can shed more light on the current situation as well as sending some help."

OOC: I have no real preference as to what we do. My vote goes to continuing on to Winterhaven for the above stated reasons, but I won't be offended if we go another route.

[DSCrankshaw]

"We should track them while the trail's fresh," Bajnik says.

OOC: It's not a strong preference, but it's what I'd prefer.

[Astrella]

"I say we head back to Winterhaven and warn Lord Padraig. We can't risk the farm being overrun because we want to bite off more then we can chew."

[Emlyn]

"Well it that is how the group feels, then I say that we head there immediately.

[cebova]

OOC: Just waiting for NPCmook. If there is no reply by tonight the group will head back to Winterhaven to speak with Lord Padraig.

[mackejn]

Faeloth uses Ghost Sound to attempt to make a noise behind everyone saying "I too think we should head to Winterhaven to speak to the Lord!"

[cebova]

OOC: okay, back to Winterhaven. DMPC Baern.
Please refer to MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep) and designate your marching order.

The trek back to Winterhaven is quicker than before. The road offers little comfort with its dilapidated condition. The same kobold tracks are present as well as your own. Determined to reach Winterhaven before nightfall and alert the Watch you move ahead.

[Emlyn]

Harbek moves to the head of the party and marches steadily towards Winterheaven.

[Astrella]

Celeth walks directly behind Harbek, intending to keep an eye out for this rather unknown new party member.

[cebova]

OOC: Apologies. When I wrote check MA (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)P I omitted what you should do after you check the map. You're traveling west, starting positions along the road please (AD7 as a reference).
Thanks for patience.

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik keeps near the head of the party, keeping a sharp lookout for trouble.

(OOC: Place him around D10.)

[Emlyn]

ooc: that would put me on B9

[mackejn]

Faeloth falls in behind them.

OOC: Guess throw me at A-8

[cebova]

OOC: Kept you in same formation for 1 round of movement.
Please Roll Perception Checks

MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)

[Emlyn]

occ: Oh this sounds fun.

Perception:
[roll0]

[DSCrankshaw]

Bajnik remains watchful for trouble. Unfortunately, he doesn't see anything.


[roll0]

[Astrella]

Perception check (modifier +4): [roll0]

[cebova]

Angry war cries break from the underbrush and boulders lining the road as small figures dart from hiding places. They are similar to the kobolds you fought earlier. Three of the burly shielded kobolds charge at Bajnik swords and angry screeches jab at his defenses Bajnik, surprised but alert, masterfully parries, dodges and stands firm as the dragonspawn's murderous swords miss him.
From behind a boulder, another kobold carrying a spear jabs at Faeloth who, like his compatriot adeptly sidesteps the attack and walks into a magical orb that smashes into him burning and punishing.

OOC:
Roll initiative please.
Faeloth 13 acid damage.
Surprise round ends.

MAP (http://www.chrisandtheresa.net/chris%26theresa.net/Keep)

[Emlyn]

Initiative
[roll0]

Harbek moves to Y13 to engage the kobold there. Here divinly challenges it then swings with a Holy Strike.

Attack
[roll1]
[roll2]

[DSCrankshaw]

Surprised, Bajnik still manages to keep calm. Both hammers slip into his hands, and he takes a step back before lashing out at the nearest kobold.


Rolls (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7337360&postcount=65).

Initiative: (1d20+1)[16]

Minor
Draw warhammers

Move
Shift to X10

Standard
Twin Strike v KD1

Attack KD1 v AC - (1d20+5)[22]
Damage KD1 - (1d10)[8]
Attack KD1 v AC - (1d20+5)[14]
Damage KD1 - (1d10)[7]

HP 33/33 AC 16 Fort 14 Ref 12 Will 12

[cebova]

OOC: Emlyn I can get you to Y12 but getting you to Y13 includes an AOO? Still want to try it?

[Emlyn]

OOC: sure that's fine. What's trigging the AOO though?

[cebova]

OOC: KD1 is at X12 and there is an obstacle in Z12 so Y12 is a choke point. Moving past KD1 to Y13 would provoke.

[Emlyn]

OOC: Ahh, that makes sense.

[mackejn]

Faeloth gives a shout of surprise and fires a bolt of force at one of the kobolds.


Shift to Y-9

Initiative: [roll0]

Attack: [roll1]
Damage: [roll2]

OOC: Do I need to save for ongoing?

[Astrella]

Celeth takes a step to the side and launches a bright glob of white-and-yellow flame at one of the skulking kobolds.

OOC: Move Action: 1 square to Z8.

Combat Action: Sacred Flame at KS
Attack roll: [roll0] vs. Reflex
Damage roll: [roll1] radiant damage.
Faeloth gains two temporary hit points.
(I don't have my books with me, so I didn't know the modifiers for targeting a creature in combat)

Minor Action: Healing Word on Faeloth: Faeloth can spend a healing burst and heals an additional [roll2] hitpoints.

[cebova]

Thanks very much for your time and energy. I have some personal matters that trump my free time and I can no longer continue with this thread. My apologies.

[Astrella]

Thanks very much for your time and energy. I have some personal matters that trump my free time and I can no longer continue with this thread. My apologies.

Aww. :smallfrown:
Well, we had fun while it lasted, so thanks all for the good time. :smallsmile: