The ranger almost blacks out from the crushed windpipe, gasping for air. Following that, a familiar magical warmth floods his body, emanating from a small hand at his back, making it easier for the ranger to breathe again. Marius points his blade at the choker, seemingly like wanting to slice at the body amidst the tentacles.
SpoilerFreebooter's Bane: +1 to attack and damage vs. the choker.
(1d20+5)[18]
(1d8+4)[9]