[ic A large poster]A party of 4-5 people of an adventurin' sort required for a venture into the Wastes of Dorum! Many have lost their lives, but those that return are sure to be findin' great glory and riches at the end of said journey! Apply at the Bluestake Tavern under the Sign of the Goat. Ask for Limuet.
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Right... this be 'ere an h'adventure set in an unpublished CS of my own (a pilot adventure to see the reactions of others. If ye loikes it, then I'll start up a whole game.) Characters are level 4. Any race with a level adjustment of +1 or +0 is allowed (although I would like you to ask me about non-core first, and that includes Psionics) and the following classes can be used: Sorcerer, Wizard, Psion, Wilder, Fighter, Rogue, Cleric, Soulknife (any others, ask me about.) The Sorcerer gains Eschew Materials at 1st level as a bonus feat and can learn spells of other classes spell list if he has a chance to observe them (just a lil houserule). You'll be starting off at the Bluestake Tavern, so do your entrance with your character post. Last, but not least, it would be nice (if not necessary) if you'd enter your characters in 3eprofiler at http://www.playrpgonline.net/.
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I'd like to be in this.
What level do we start at?
Are non-core PrC's allowed? (although this may not matter if we're low level)
Are other non-core rules allowed? (specifically BoED feats)
[ooc]As it be saying in yonder introductory post, ye be startin' at level 4. And use tags! :P Non-core PrCs, feats etc you can explain to me (basically what they do, don't have to go into all that detail.) I'm allowing feats and spells unapproved from the following books (the ones I have): Lords of Madness, FC1, XPH, Core, RoE (you could play a changeling or shifter, but not warforged or kalashtar). If I remember any more I'll post them :P
You start with gold as in core.[/ooc]
[ooc]Just curious, would you allow Tome of Battle (I'm rather taken with it myself)? Specifically, I was wondering if you'd allow a changeling swordsage aiming at cabinet trickster and possibly swashbuckler (from CW) or Ruby Knight Vindicator .
[ooc] Haven't seen ToB, but from what I've heard of it it's perfectly balanced, so sure![/ooc]
[ooc] I'm assuming that this is 28 point buy... and these stats are on that system
Ded, Changeling Cleric 1/Swordsage3, LN Wee Jas
[spoiler= Stats]
Hp:1d8 +3d6 +8= 26
AC: 20 (MW Studded Leather +Light Shield)
Initiative: +3
Movement: 30 ft
Str:10
Dex:16
Con:14
Int:11
Wis:16
Cha:8
Fort : +4
Ref : +6
Will: +9
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[spoiler=feats, skills, maneuvers]
Skills Move Silently +8, Hide +8, Intimidate +7 (6 ranks), Concentration +7, Sense Motive +11, Martial Lore+6 ACP -1
Feats: Martial Discipline (Crusader's Strike), Weapon Finesse
Maneuvers Known: Crusader's Strike, Burning Blade, Clinging Shadow Strike, Shadow Blade Technique, Cloak of Deception, Sapphire Nightmare Blade, Counter Charge, Mighty Throw, Distracting Ember
Stances Known: Child of Shadow, Island of Blades
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[spoiler=Attacks]
BAB +2
Grapple +2
Rapier +5 1d6 18-20/x2
Shortbow +5 1d6 20/x3
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[spoiler= Spells Per Day]
Domains:Death, Magic (Inflict Spells)
0 level 3
1st 2+1
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30 point buy. Okay :) nice character.
[ooc]mind if i get in on this? xeviat's pbp looks like a loss.
questions:
how will psionic skills (use psionic device, psicraft) interact with magic? that is, will use psionic device be useless for all non-psionic items?
What is the gold for fourth level in core, anyway? i don't have the dm's guide, as i don't actually dm.
Also important: what would the schedule be like?
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[ooc] 30 point buy? Alright! I've edited my stats then...[/ooc]
Quote from: brainface[ooc]mind if i get in on this? xeviat's pbp looks like a loss.
questions:
how will psionic skills (use psionic device, psicraft) interact with magic? that is, will use psionic device be useless for all non-psionic items?
What is the gold for fourth level in core, anyway? i don't have the dm's guide, as i don't actually dm.
Also important: what would the schedule be like?
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[ooc]Sure!
I'm using the 'Psionics is Different' thing, so psionics/magic cannot effect one another. There'll be plenty of psionic creatures to fight, however...
The gold for fourth level in core is 5,400.
As for schedule... whenever you can post!
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[ooc]I am planning to play a human monk/sorceror and i want to use the Sacred vow feats from BoED. I can't give you a description of them yet since my book isn't at university with me, but i'll pick it u when i go back in about a week. [/ooc]
[ooc]Sure, sounds good. If we've got all our characters by then, we can start. :)[/ooc]
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http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451
3eprofiler likes the really small text.
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[ooc]Yeah...
So, anyone else? If supa don't hurry...
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Is there any movement on this?
[ooc]Get Supa to move and advertise it. :P That's all I can say.[/ooc]
[ooc]I'll be happy to play Golem. I think I'll probably be a straight Halfling Rogue. It'll be a nice change from the Human Wizards I usually play.
EDIT: I'm fixing all of my boxes so that they're OOC boxes instead of regular quote boxes.[/ooc]
[ooc]Here he is.
Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)[/ooc]
[ooc]Odd... different colour... pweddy.
So, Brainface and Helix? You still up for it? We can do it now.
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[ic Blackjack]*reads poster*
Blah, blah, bla- 'great glory and.. riches...' riches, eh? Might be worth a look, hmm, Bluestake Tavern, got it.[/ic]
[ooc]Aha! I got the In Character & Out of Character boxes to work! :D
Anyway, I go to the Bluestake Tavern and wait to see if anyone else shows up to ask for Limuet.[/ooc]
[ooc]I'm working on my character, but i won't have ,y BoED book until this coming weekend when i go home. As long as we;re starting after then, i'll be ready.[/ooc]
[ooc]Awesome, sounds fine with me. So, we should have the following as our party:
*Endless_Helix = Ded, Changeling Cleric 1/Swordsage3, LN Wee Jas *supadupaman = Human Monk/Sorceror with Sacred Vow feats *brainface = Wastep, Tiefling Psion3 LN *Darkxarth (me) = Blackjack, Halfling Rogue4
I think that's it. Looks good.[/ooc]
[ooc]*nods* Goodgood![/ooc]
[ooc]So, is there anything you can tell us about the world we're in?
Anything our characters might already know that we, the players, may not?
Or will we discover it along the way?[/ooc]
[ooc]Well, all your characters will likely have lived their entire lives on the edge of the Wastes of Dorum - sometimes known as the dry sea. There are a lot of theories about Dorum, including that merfolk once lived in a sea there, but the truth about the ruins that scatter the desert is unknown. The Waste is far away from anywhere important - although this edge is technically part of the kingdom of Amasiya, none but scholars are likely to know this (Wastep is the only one out of the group who might have knowledge of it). There are a few towns of no particular interest along the border - one of these being Adjut, your current location. The largest in the area is Uadjet, where magical and psionic coaching is available in small amounts. That's... about it. Any particular information you wanted?[/ooc]
[ooc]Nothing special, just wanted some general info, which I now have!
Sounds good, I'm ebullient for the upcoming game![/ooc]
Quote from: supadupaman[ooc]I'm working on my character, but i won't have ,y BoED book until this coming weekend when i go home. As long as we;re starting after then, i'll be ready.[/ooc]
[ooc]Found this website, maybe it'll help. Exalted Feats, 3.5 Generator (http://www.pathguy.com/cg35.htm#exalted)
Though I'm not sure if there's enouogh info there to be what you need... Anyway, hope it helps.[/ooc]
[ooc] sure, sure i'll give my intro post. i haven't played ina pbp beyond dagg's random encounter, so let me know if i miss a cue, break ettiquette, or something.[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep]
A dusty, cloak-wrapped figure strides into the Bluestake Tavern, clutching a poster in his hand. The scent of glue follows him.
"Which one of you is Limuet?" he asks indescriminately.
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[ooc]SWEET! Theres something going on with this! Here's my introductory post![/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
Ded walks to the flier. He picks it up quietly and reads it. He smiles and mutters to himself, "Maybe I'll find what I'm looking for out there."
He glances into the bar and sees several adventurers talking to someone. He walks in, cloak fluttering behind him, looking for Limuet.
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[ic=Blackjack]Catching sight a couple of conspicuous, cloaked characters chatting congenailly with a casual colloquial, Blackjack carefully changes chairs to comprehend their conversation.[/ic]
[ooc](Isn't alliteration fun?)
Blackjack still just wants to see what's going on with this Limuet person. He doesn't want to reveal himself unless he's genuinely interested in the proposition this guy has to make. If he decides to lead the other characters off to a secluded room to chat, he'll follow them, or introduce himself, but only if absolutely necessary. He is a thief, after all.[/ooc]
[ic]An old-looking elf (and if he's an old elf, that means REALLY old) stands up and hobbles forward, coughing and hacking.
"Oi'll take ye to Limuet, lads. She's out the back."
He coughs and spits again, and then beckons towards a wooden door. [/ic]
[ic=Ded]
Ded nods and follows the old elf towords the door, readying his maneuvers.
[spoiler=Maneuvers readied today]
Cloak of Deception, Crusader's Strike, Burning Blade, Sapphire Nightmare Blade, Clinging Shadow Strike [/spoiler]
[spoiler=Spells Prepared]
0 level- Light, Resistance, Detect Magic
1st level- Cause Fear, Bless
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[ic=Blackjack]Blackjack follows the old Elf man out back, being careful to remain unnoticed by either the Elf or either of the other two people.[/ic]
[ooc]Not going so far as to make a Hide check. If someone notices him, he'll just keep going out back. He figures he's starting to get in a little far to remain unnoticed for too much longer, even for a thief.
Just to make sure, supa is still playing right? He'll just jump in in a day or two?[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep]
Wastep glances askance at the fluttering cloak, and follows it outside.
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ic]The old man leads you slowly, hacking and spitting all the time, to the end of a long corridor with a few numbered doors. He opens the last one, which creaks ominously, and motions inside. Within stands a short, yet beautiful elf with an arrogant cast to her features.
"Enter. I am Limuet."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack]Blackjack casually steps through the door, quickly taking in the entire area, checking for any signs of something amiss. Once his eyes have finally stopped sweeping the area, he looks to this figure who claims to be Limuet. "Great, an Elf, and a woman at that." Blackjack thinks to himself.[/ic]
[ooc]Not making a spot check, I don't think that there's anything else of interest in this area, like hidden people waiting to catch Blackjack and haul him off to jail.[/ooc]
[ic]Limuet smirks as the party enters. Two elven thugs are visible as you enter the room.
"Well done, Borash."
She speaks in elven. To any of you who can understand, it is a command: "Search them, boys."
The two thugs stride forward menacingly, and Limuet speaks: "Submit to the search, and we won't harm you."
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[ic=Blackjack]To himself, "Dang, I don't like the looks of this. I knew I should've just ignored the poster and had a drink. Well, at least I know they won't find my Dagger hidden in my boot."[/ic]
[ooc]Sleight of Hand check to conceal Dagger in boot = [dice]1d20+13[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Wastep]
Wastep emotionlessly hands over his dagger. In elvish: "I expect that back."
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ooc]If they don't notice the dorje, power stone, thunderstone, or boots of stomping, that's their fault.[/ooc]
[ic]The thugs take the psion's dagger, and then wait expectantly for Blackjack's equipment.
Limuet nods. [/ic]
[ooc]They are, as you can guess, not exactly the most intelligent.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack]Blackjack hands over his Sap, Hand Crossbow, and bolts. "Here." He also shoves them his pack, which is full of potions and vials. "Be careful with this stuff, it's expensive and some of it's hard to come by, if you know what I mean." [/ic]
[ooc]I hate giving up all of my potions. But, I am keeping my MW Thieves' Tools. No way am I giving up those. Blackjack has had them quite a while.[/ooc]
[ic=Jeroen] A tall man dressed in simple robes walks into the tavern and throws off his hood, revealing long silver hair. Leaning on his staff, he approaches the bar and proclaims, "I seek the one named Limuet. Is she here?"[/ic]
[ooc] Sorry about the absence guys. I had to get my book from home over the weekend and the weekend was obscenely busy. anyways, i present Jeroen.
Character Sheet (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512)
[spoiler=Notes on feats] Sacred Vow: +2 Diplomacy
Vow of Poverty:Very strict limits on what i can own and/or use (the money i have is not for me - it is to be spread out as donations as i travel. Also, if it affects any situations, the rest of my start-up gold has been given away to assorted churches, groups and people during my travels. Decide who if it matters. Jeroen give to any noble cause or downtrodden folk), but i gain bonuses from a list as i gain levels. So far i have, 3 bonus feats, +5 armour bonus, endure elements (immune to extreme hot and cold weather), and exalted strike +1 (any attacks i make cout as +1 weapons).
Vow of Non-Violence: As long as i don't kill or do lethal damage, any of my abbilities and spells that are non-lethal get +4 save DC.
Touch of golden ice: Any evil creature i touch whith my bare hand is affected by Golden Ice (a good-aligned poison or "ravage". Contact DC14, initial 1d6Dex, secondary 2d6Dex)
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He is now public.
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[ooc]Glad you got your character all worked out! :D
But you need to make him "Public" so that we can see him.
EDIT: Nice.[/ooc]
[ic]An old elf stands up at the back of the bar.
"Oi'll take ye through, lad..."
He coughs, spits and wheezes as he leads the way to a corridor at the back.
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Meanwhile...
[ic]Limuet nods.
"Right. Now we can get down to business... there is an... object, of certain value to me, that I need recovering..."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack]"Recovering objects is what I do," Blackjack thinks, "kind of, anyway. This little job might be right up my alley..."
Out loud he says, "Exactly how valuable is this object?"[/ic]
[ic]"Extremely valuable, but I doubt you could use it." She pulls a long scroll from a bag on her back, muttering in elven.
"Aha! This is it."
She unrolls it, revealing what looks like some kind of complicated engine. Complex elven script annotates it, unreadable even to those of you who can speak it, and visible on the engine are what looks like a model of the solar system and a glass sphere holding some kind of liquid.
"It is... useful."
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[ic=Blackjack]"Hold on." Blackjack interrupts, "how big is this thingy here? You may not have noticed, but I'm not exactly a giant. And these other guys, don't get me wrong fellas, don't look like they'll be winnin' any weight-liftin' competitions."[/ic]
[ooc]Hmm... solar system... liquid... Elven script... very interesting...[/ooc]
[ic]"Oh, not all that big. And anyhow, I have this to assist you. It can create invisible disks of force."
She pulls out what appears to be a long handle.
"It doesn't require any skill - just press the button once per day, and the disk will appear behind it. You can pull it along easily, it's weightless."
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[ooc]
Basically a wand that can create a Tenser's Floating Disk once per day.
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[ic=Blackjack]"Ah, right." Blackjack grabs the handle, "I'll just carry this." He tucks the handle in his belt, careful not to bump the button. "So, now that that's settled, what are the details of this particular 'quest,' as it were. Your poster said 'great glory and riches.' Just how great are we talkin' here?"[/ic]
[ooc]Blackjack is a greedy little pain-in-the-neck, isn't he? Oh well, I have too much free time on my hands, maybe I should give the others a chance to comment...[/ooc]
[ic=Jeroen] Somewhat suprised by the gross actions of a people he always considered to be very proper, Jeroen follows the old elf through the doo and surveys those already there. "Greetings to you all. I am Jeroen, and i presume you to be Limuet?" Looking towards blackjack, " You I already know, or at least have heard of you, but who might you two be? " He watches them carefully, but curteously.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack]"Oh, dragon dung!" Blackjack thinks, "This guy's heard of me? Where does a guy like that here about a guy like me? I hope he's not some sort of bounty hunter. Well, now I can't let him out of my sight until I find out what the heck is going on."
"Clearly a round of introductions is necessary," he says, "I go by Blackjack, I am a *ahem* recoverer of goods, as it were."[/ic]
[ic=Ded]
Ded steps though the door, after this inital exchange, letting everyone scout out the position for him. He submits to the search and settles to listen.
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[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
Wastep pulls the hood of his cloak down to reveal his face.
"Wastep."
"Sage."
He quickly turns his attention back to Limuet and the thuggish elves.
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ic=Jeroen] " I am Jeroen as i said. I am just a pilgrim. Wandering where i am needed. " Notices Wastep's bright green eyes and is intruiged. [/ic]
[ic=Blackjack]"Just a pilgrim, eh?" Blackjack thinks, "well, I'm not fooled, not for an instant. There must be something more to him than that. Especially if he knows who I am."
"And that leaves the gentleman who just walked in, whom I believe is named Ded, correct? So, now that the formalities are over, let's get on with this, shall we? I believe we were talking about payment?"[/ic]
[ooc]Trying out a different color for Blackjack's thoughts. Looks better than the green I was using.[/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
"My name is Ded. I follow my goddess in all things. This is where I must be."
Ded shifts into a more defenible postion in his chair, preparing for any sort of trouble. [/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Ha, I was right. I thought I recognized him. Small world."
"Right. Well, now that we're all nice and chummy with each other, let's get back to the business at hand, shall we? After all, I'm sure our good Elf friend is anxious to retrieve her whatever-it-is." he adds sarcastically.[/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
"Payment, yes. But perhaps first, some details of what is between us and your useful object to cause many to lose their lives, as the poster gladly proclaims. That could affect our fee, I believe."
Wastep taps the side of his collected poster.
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ooc]I'm copying your genius, Darkxarth.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Well, yeah, there's that too, I guess." Blackjack says.
"Dang. When are we going to get to the money." he thinks.[/ic]
[ooc]Eh? My genius? Now I'm confused...[/ooc]
[ooc]i meant the charactersheet link in ic titleblock[/ooc]
[ooc]Ah, I see. Yeah, I thought maybe I should try and get a link to Blackjack's sheet on every page. And what better place to put it than in the little title-box part. Glad you liked it though.[/ooc]
[ic]"Fine."
She absently spins a knife around her fingers.
"Well... this device was being carried via skyship to a location FAR across the wastes. However, the sky ship was somehow damaged and fell somewhere in the region of the Black City."
She mutters a bit.
"It's a huge ruin, from whatever used to live in that hell-hole. Mostly temples, lots of treasure, and... well, a few... spirits. Of a kind."
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Lots of treasure, eh? Sounds fine to me. Besides, I don't plan on dying, so I'm not too worried about any 'spirits' that might be lurking about." Blackjack says gruffly.[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " The Black City? I have heard of it but my travels never carried me in that area. I care not for the trasures, but tell me, how long ago did the skyship crash? Might there be any still alive in those ruins, either from the ship or them as lived there? "
I hope twas not too long ago. There must be some there as can be saved. Even those that once lived there deserve better than to be crushed by a ship they had nothing to do with. [/ic]
[ooc] Red is thoughts, just to clear that up.[/ooc]
[ic=Limuet]"There may be some still alive. Whether they will still be fit for travel, or sane, will be revealed, I suppose..."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Hm, those survivors might have already laid claim to some of that treasure, the sooner we leave, the more chance we have of getting more."
"So," Blackjack interrupts, "we'd better get moving if we want to save those people, right Jeroen? Blackjack turns to Limuet, "Is there anything else you can tell us about this Black City?"[/ic]
[ic=Limuet]"Well, I'm no scholar. I just work for the flightship business around here. You might be able to find out more at the library, but I wouldn't try crossing the Waste on foot... you'll get transport on one of our craft for a reduced price if you give them a permit." She hands over a piece of paper. "The docking tower is a few miles north of here - you can't miss it."[/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
"What payment will we recieve from you for this mission?"
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ic=Limuet]"Five-thousand gold per head, a job - provided, that is, you want it - working for us with increased salary, and reduced costs of transport on our vessels."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"I'm not so sure about that whole job thing, but I do like the sounds of five-thousand smacks each." replies Blackjack.
"A job, with this whacko? They'd have to be paying a LOT of money for that. But, who knows. Maybe I'll keep it in mind."[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " You're right Jack. We shoud leave with all haste possible. What say you brothers? To the library or should we leave right now? "
This Jack actually seems to be a decent person. Perhaps his reputation is undeserved. This Wastep though, worries me. He is far too concerned solely with the reward. I hope there are still some people there. [/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
Wastep thinks for a moment.
"I will find what I can from the library. Everyone else can prepare, we meet back together for the next flight?"
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Right, so Wastep, you go to the library and learn more about this 'Black City', and the rest of us will meet up at the docking tower." Waving the permit from Limuet, "I've got the permit, and I'm ready to go as soon as everyone's there, maybe sooner."
He then turns to Jeroen and says, "Hey pal, wanna get a drink before we leave? I'll tell you what, I'll even buy."
"No way am I letting this guy out of my sight."[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " I do not partake in spirits, but I would gladly go with you. 'Til the next flight then, gentlemen. "
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]Blackjack begins walking back into the main part of the Bluestake Tavern, "No spirits, eh? Well, that's fine, we can both have water. Then maybe you can tell me what brings you to these parts, and why exactly you decided to join this fun little expedition."
"Maybe I can figure out who sent him, and how much they paid him. I'm sure I can at least double his offer."[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen heads over to the bar. " Just some water for me and my friend here. Tell me Jack. What brought you here to this city? Surely you had not seen the poster until after you arrived. "
I do hope the rumours i have heard of him are false. He seems to put up a rough front, but seems to have a good soul underneath. I know how trying it can be to hide your true self in order to survive. [/ic]
[ooc] What is the name of this town btw? the country too for that matter? and is there anything important and common knowledge that our characters would be aware of? [/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Me?" Blackjack says, taking a drink of his water, "oh, it was only chance that brought me here. I wander around the lands, and just happened upon this city. But once I saw that poster, I knew I had to learn more."
"What's with this guy? Is it possible that he's not a bounty hunter? I don't know, but I've got to find out!"[/ic]
[ooc]I asked basically the same question earlier.
Quote from: GolemWell, all your characters will likely have lived their entire lives on the edge of the Wastes of Dorum - sometimes known as the dry sea. There are a lot of theories about Dorum, including that merfolk once lived in a sea there, but the truth about the ruins that scatter the desert is unknown. The Waste is far away from anywhere important - although this edge is technically part of the kingdom of Amasiya, none but scholars are likely to know this (Wastep is the only one out of the group who might have knowledge of it). There are a few towns of no particular interest along the border - one of these being Adjut, your current location. The largest in the area is Uadjet, where magical and psionic coaching is available in small amounts. That's... about it. Any particular information you wanted?
[ic=Limuet]Limuet watches them leave.[/ic]
[ic=The Town]Outside the tavern is a long street stretching north - the only street in town. At the top of it is a ramshackle, once-grand building with 'Library' written in flowery elven and common script on top of it. Along the road are several other buildings, including a bookshop, a smith, and what appears to be a magic shop.[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen sips his drink. " If you don't mind me prying, tell me of your roots. How did you get to where you are today? I have heard rumours about you and had hoped they were not true. Upon meeting you it seems so, but I must admit I am intruiged. "
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Well," Blackjack begins gruffly, "I've spent the last 7 years of my life wandering these lands, looking for somewhere to make a living. So far, I've stuck to my job of recovering items for a living. It pays pretty well, so I can't complain. Still, I always wonder if there's something more I could do. Just out of curiousity, what kind of rumors have you heard about me? I can't think of anyone I've met who'd want to spread rumors about me. Maybe a dissatisfied customer, I suppose."
"Hm, he might actually just be some random guy who's heard about me. I still need to be wary, but if he's not a bounty hunter, I need to get him on my side. Those other two look a lot less gullible than this guy. Besides, he's not too bad, I suppose, if a little "pure" for my tastes. No alcohol, sheesh."[/ic]
[ooc]Man, Blackjack justs keeps skirting the line between Chaotic Neutral and Chaotic Evil. Of course, a thief often skirts these lines, I suppose.[/ooc]
[ooc]Well, that don't matter - I have a tendency to avoid alignment. As we have no paladins in the party...[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: GolemWell, that don't matter - I have a tendency to avoid alignment. As we have no paladins in the party...
Good, I didn't want him to start out Evil, but he seems to be leaning towards manipulatively Evil. Oh well, I guess I'll just see where he goes.[/ooc]
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If any of you plan on taking paladin, that's okay - forget the alignment thing. ;)
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[ooc][sarcasm]Ooh! Ooh! I want to multiclass as a Paladin, Dungeon Master Golem! Will stealing from my friends and eating their children break my Code?[/sarcasm][/ooc]
[ooc]Not really. My Faithful Warrior variant (coming soon!) basically opens the paladin to any alignment, modifying some of the abilities slightly.[/ooc]
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Quote from: Golem[Not really. My Faithful Warrior variant (coming soon!) basically opens the paladin to any alignment, modifying some of the abilities slightly.
Sounds cool. Looking forward to it.
Meanwhile, back at the ranch...[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "What kind of person is this guy, I wonder? Hm, brown robes, stick, maybe he's a mage. But he looks like he's in pretty good shape, maybe he's one of those fist warriors. Whadaya call'em, Punks? No, Monkeys? Wait, Monks, yeah, that's it, maybe he's a Monk. Man, if he is, I couldn't have picked a better 'ally'. Those other two guys are nothing. Still, they probably have their uses, I'll wait and see what that one guy, Watsup, gets that info on the Black City from the library. There's something I don't want to spend hours looking up."
"So, what brings you this way, friend? Are you a wanderer like myself, or do you know something about this 'quest' that I don't?"[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " Yes, i am, but I travel not for personal gain. I am simply searching for those in need. If this starts them helping others in turn, so much the better, but I simply wish to do what I can for those that live alongside me. As for the quest, I know no more of this than you, but i seems like a good opportunity. "
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "A noble ideal, if ever there was one, Jeroen." Blackjack lifts his cup of water, "I propose a toast, my friend. A toast to good deeds and new friends."
"Yes! Oh man, this going to be easier than I thought! 'I am simply searching for those in need' what a load! This is great, if only those other two were as simple as this guy. Whew."[/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
Wastep heads straight to the library, like a man on a mission.
"Well, that went well enough."[/font] Wastep thinks. I might even finally get a good job out of this--as long as Limuet isn't sending us on a suicide mission. And as long as the treasure hunter doesn't get us killed. Hopefully I can scavenge something useful up at the library."
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pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ooc]I'm going to make a knowledge check for any legends I've heard about the Black City or that area of the gray wastes.
Knowledge (Local) [dice]1d20+11[/dice].
And then go straight for the library and/or librarians.[/ooc]
[ooc]Hey, brainface, can your Psionic character read minds? I've never played Psionics before, so I don't know what all they can do. Just out of curiousity.[/ooc]
[ooc] it's a "spell" i'd have to take. It's very tempting to take with all the thought speech going on around here. :)[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: brainfaceit's a "spell" i'd have to take. It's very tempting to take with all the thought speech going on around here. :)
I'd imagine. I just wondered. Won't affect Blackjack's thoughts either way.
Oh, and a note: Blackjack thinks your name is Watsup. Just 'cause. :D[/ooc]
[ooc] Anyone know what's happened to Helix? i haven't seen him in a while?[/ooc]
[ooc]Nope, I haven't seen him either.. this can mean only one thing.. There's trouble on the loose! Quickly my super-sidekick! We must track down the Joker and rescue Alfred from his vile grasp! To the Batmobile!
Da-da da-da da-da da-da da-da da-da da-da da-da! Da!
Batman!!!!
Will Batman (Darkxarth) and Robin (supadupaman) find Alfred (Endless Helix) in time? Can they stop the Joker's (Golem) vile plot?
Tune in next week, same Bat-time, same Bat-channel![/ooc]
[ooc]Wastep, you learn the following facts:
The Black City is a near-legendary ruined metropolis in the centre of the Wastes of Dorum.
It is unknown who or what originally lived there, and the scripts found on buildings and archaeological evidence includes elven, aquan and terran (among others unknown).
Spirits, ghosts, and other odd creatures lurk within the ruins, and those that travel there often go insane.
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[ooc]
Quote from: GolemWastep, you learn the following facts:
The Black City is a near-legendary ruined metropolis in the centre of the Wastes of Dorum.
It is unknown who or what originally lived there, and the scripts found on buildings and archaeological evidence includes elven, aquan and terran (among others unknown).
Spirits, ghosts, and other odd creatures lurk within the ruins, and those that travel there often go insane.
Ooh... exciting! Man, I can't wait until we all get there![/ooc]
[ooc]Meh, you have a bit of a journey before that... let's just say you're taking a trip to the 'Great Sky Market' first. ;)[/ooc]
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Quote from: GolemMeh, you have a bit of a journey before that... let's just say you're taking a trip to the 'Great Sky Market' first. ;)
Ooh. Also sounds cool! Mabye Blackjack will have a chance to stretch his "dicount" muscles. ;)[/ooc]
[ooc]Maybe so... ;) you'll find out more on your journey.[/ooc]
[ooc]Wastep's gonna hit the magic shop and try to get a potion of lesser restoration. If that fails, he'll head to the docking tower.[/ooc]
[ooc] Unless Jack want's to go somewhere else first, Jeroen suggest that we should go to the docking tower in order to be ready for the flight. [/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "To the docking tower, eh? Sounds like a plan, friend."
"Finally, let's get this party started."[/ic]
[ooc] Woah... 0_o> I'm back guys... Sorry about that. I've been swamped in work for school and just pulled my head out of the water per se... I know I should have PM'd or Emailed the GM or something, I was just in a period of complete focus on the homework... My bad. Oh, and Alfred? Me? I'm just a butler? Darn... ;) Incidently, Ded just heads off to the docking tower asap.
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[ic=Ded, who is suprisingly not dead]
Ded follows Blackjack to the docking tower, watching for any trouble on the way. Anything this big had to have trouble attached to it.
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[ooc=Spot Check]
Spot Check (1d20+3=21) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=666726)
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[ooc]Sorry Helix, it was either Alfred or the Aunt Harriet. I mean, who else is there to rescue? Well, I suppose you could have been Commissioner Gordon... or Chief O'Hara...[/ooc]
[ooc] Or just about anyone else... How about Barbara?[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: Endless_HelixOr just about anyone else... How about Barbara?
I guess, but Alfred was just my first thought. Besides, you get the "Alfredmobile" and what's cooler than that?[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Well, we should probably head to the docking tower, eh Jeroen." Blackjack gets up and sets off, headed for the tower, "If we don't beat Watsup I have a feeling he might leave without us."
"The sooner we head out for the treasure, the better."[/ic]
[ooc]EDIT: You know what would be good? Ignoring the above post... yup.[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " I doubt that he would leave without us, but the ship may have a schedule to keep. Let us depart. "
Why does he have so little trust for others? I am wary of Wastep as well, but he deserve the benefit of the doubt for now at least. I hope Jack is not right. [/ic]
[ooc] Didn't we already leave? I suggested it and then Ded followed us, but maybe we never actually left. Oh well.[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: supadupamanDidn't we already leave? I suggested it and then Ded followed us, but maybe we never actually left. Oh well.
Hmm... I must've failed my Spot check...[/ooc]
[ic]You make your way to the docking tower with some difficulty, but with no trouble along the way (although Ded gains a lingering feeling that somebody's watching them). The tower is a tall wooden structure on a stone base, topped with a platform. A few large barns and other buildings surround it, with the centralmost one, built into the tower base, has 'Main Office' written in human and elven above the door.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Well, here we are gentlemen. Let's go in and give 'em our permit. Then all we have to do is wait for Watsup." Blackjack enters the main office, looking around for someone who looks like they're in charge.
"Hm, I wonder how much this trip is going to cost me, even with the permit. Maybe I can get Jeroen to pay for it..."[/ic]
[ic]The room is musty and filled with ledgers. There are three people standing talking - one tall elf with a roguish look about him, complete with about twenty daggers in his belt and harness, one podgy female half-elf with an expensive-looking dress and another elf, this one also male, but unarmed except for a pair of viciously spiked gauntlets. Both the males wear skyship gear.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]Inexoribly drawn to the dagger-weilding Elven male, Blackjack says "Hey, you. D'you Elves pilot one of these flying disasters? We've got a permit here, and we're trying to get to the Black City."
"I hate Elves, stupid pointy-eared fruitcakes."[/ic]
[ic]"That would be me, halfling." The one with the daggers speaks with a heavily accented voice.
"If you want to get to the Black City, you require lots of money... permit grants 2500 gold off - but black city trip cost 75,000."
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[ooc]tell me where i'm at, man.[/ooc]
[ooc]In the library, researching, or possibly on your way to the tower...[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Dragon dung! 75,000 gold! That's outrageous. What in the Nine Hells was that Elf chick thinking? If we had 75,000 gold why would we show up asking about her stupid poster! Gods curse it! Flaming Orc brains!
...........................................
Okay, calm down Blackjack, get a grip. There's got to be a way around this ridiculous fee. You just have to think of it."
"75,000 is a lot of gold, friend," Blackjack says, trying to control his anger, "Perhaps we could come to some other arrangement?"[/ic]
[ooc]I hope someone else has a better plan than mine...[/ooc]
[ic]"25,000 off. So 50,000. You cannot pay?"
He smirks.
"Well... we redirect your caravan to Great Sky Market? Then... you do job for us... we have many prospects there."
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Hmm, 50,000 gold, still freakin' expensive. The Great Sky Market, sounds interesting, why haven't I heard of it before? So, I guess we can get this ride for free by doing this job for them. Well, I guess we'll just see."
"So, you take us to the Great Sky Market, we do this job for you, and then you take us to the Black City. And it doesn't cost m- us, anything, right?"[/ic]
[ooc]Ah, 25,000 off. It says 2500 in the other post, so I was confused. Ok, got it now though. :D [/ooc]
[ooc]Typoes are dumb...[/ooc]
[ic]"Yes. It'll be a while out of our way, but worth it..."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Well, I guess it's okay by me, but we'll have to wait for Watsup to get here, right Jeroen?"
"Hm, hopefully Watsup is on his way here, so we can get on to this Great Sky Market. I wonder what kind of security they have there..."[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " Indeed. Our group has not yet all arrived. I would have been willing to aid you with your problems already, but i find that there are very few honest task that a man would offer 50,000 for. Pehaps you could tell us more of what awaits us? "
I do not like the sound of this. Even the sum i carry with me pales in comparison to a single ride. Who could afford such extravagance. This task worries me, but i will hope for the best. [/ic]
[ooc] Whoops, sorry for the abscence guys. Really busy weekend and then today is Turkey day for me, so that takes priority.[/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
Ded watches intently as the coversation winds up. He feels that it is completely within the elf's interest to downplay the danger.
"It sounds like you have an immense problem then..."
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Sense Motive Check (1d20+7=10) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=670719) for the purpose of discerning how truthful our elven skyshipper is.
[ooc]Who's the Half-Elf? Blackjack is Halfling, Jeroen is Human, and the pilot is Elven. Exactly who did you mean?[/ooc]
[ooc] The female clerk-type is a half-elf [/ooc]
[ooc]Yes, but she hasn't spoken yet... however, I'll take it against the pilot. You get the impression that he's certainly downplaying it quite a bit....[/ooc]
[ic]"Just, uh, carrying a package..."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Wait, hold on. Now, I'm not usually one to get too specific about these kinds of things," Blackjack says, "my previous job didn't encourage details either. So I can see both sides of the arguement. But, I think we might need more information than just a package. I'm not saying we need to know what it is, I for one don't want to know at this point, but we do need to know if someone is going to come looking for us about it afterwards. And not the kind of looking for us where they give us a reward, the kind where they break peices of us."
"What is it with Elves and details? Oh well, just one more reason to hate the tree-hugging nutjobs."[/ic]
[ic=The Pointy-Eared Treehugging Nutjob]The elf's eyes pop as Blackjack thinks that thought, and he mutters something.
"This is the kind of package where you don't ask questions. But no, it's unlikely that anyone will come after you..."
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[ooc] Doh! Yep, I meant the elf dude. Edited... [/ooc]
[ic=Ded] Ded makes his features a little more hawkish, just enough to be more intimidating. He carefully studies the elf, checking for anything out of the ordinary.
"You do realize that telling us who could come after us would make it easier to guard your parcel, never mind the actual contents?"
"Also, what does the package look like? I'd rather not have to hunt it down with no description...[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " Come now, there is no need for al this cloak and dagger. I can appreciate that you do not wish to disclose the contents. But my friend is right. We would be much more capable of protecting your package if we just knew what obstacles we should be prepared for. I assume that you do actually want for the package to reach it's destination and not be conveniently lost en route. "
I do not like the sound of this. It is beginning to sound more and more like a set-up. I wonder if he actually wishes this mysterious package to reach it's destination, or if we are meant to be patsy's. If he thinks that merely having morals makes me naive, the he will be sorely mistaken. [/ic]
[ooc] Diplomacy check: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Man, i'm starting to feel like i'm in the Transporter. !turtle
Damn, natural 1. what are the odds. oh wait, 1 in 20.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Good point, Jeroen, though I myself can see the need for 'cloak and dagger', as you put it, especially if this is an important package." Blackjack turns to the dagger-covered Elf and continues, "I mean, clearly this package is valuable to you, and I for one would just hate for it to get lost somehow. What a shame that would be, I can only imagine that whoever it was for would be quite upset about its failure to arrive. So, one of the things we can do to try and prevent it from being lost, is to know a little more about it. Like, is it dangerous for us to carry it? Is it likely to blow up halfway there? Is it a large package, or a small one?"
"Hm, it seems my simple friend here isn't as foolish as I thought he was. I may have to be more careful of what I say."[/ic]
[ic=Pointy Ears]"It's a small package, containing something of worth to us. It is unlikely that anyone will follow you, and if they do, they will not be able to leave the Sky Market until it next sets down on the other side of the wastes. Happy now?"[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "That's fine. A small package, shouldn't be anyone looking for it, sounds okay." he replies to the Elf.
He then turns to Jeroen and whispers, "But why, if this job is so easy, do they need us to deliver this package? Perhaps they work on the shady side of the law? Not that I always keep on the straight and narrow, but at least I try. That's one of the reasons I'm looking for a different job, one that's more honest and fulfilling."
"Stinking Elf, what does he think he's trying to pull? Even if he's fooled the Monk and the Priest-guy, he better not think for an instant that he's fooled me. It takes a lot more than some underhanded leaf-eared twig-armed peanut-brained nature-boy to fool ol' Blackjack."[/ic]
[ic=Ded, the preist guy]
"Very well. If one can, one must."
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[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] whispered to Blackjack " Hopefully it will be all on the straight and narrow, thoguh i very much doubt it. I do not like being so underhanded, but needs must, and so i think we should do a little investigation of our own when we are away from them. "
To the Elf " That sounds acceptable, and i beleive i speak for all of us when i accept your bargain. I will however expect you to hold up your side as well and give up transport as soon as possible to the Black City once we have done this taks for you. Actually, where is the fourth member of our happy little group? "
Two can play at this game. I will not be tricked by these lowlifes. Still, there is nothing else to do for now. I wonder what is taking Wastep so long? [/ic]
[ooc] I give instructions to my raven familiar to go look for Wastep along the route leading to the library and to urge him to come to the tower (the raven can speak common and should be recognizable to and recognize Wastep as they saw each other at the inn).[/ooc]
[ic=underhanded leaf-eared twig-armed peanut-brained nature-boy]"That's good. So... to the skyship."[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Well, we've still got to wait for Watsup, the other guy, to get here," Blackjack replies to the Elf, "but as soon as he shows up, we should be good to go."
"Yeah, I agree," Blackjack whispers back to Jeroen, "we should definitely try and find out what's going on here. Obviously this guy's not telling us everything."
"Hm," Blackjack thinks, "what the heck is taking Watsup so long? Well, hopefully that bird of Jeroen's will get him and bring him here. I am ready to go! I didn't join this stupid quest to do dirtywork for a bunch of stinking Elves. I joined it to get paid, and if it never gets going, I'm never going to get paid.[/ic]
[ooc]Didn't Golem and brainface say that Wastep was on his way last page? Is he almost here now?[/ooc]
[ooc]I was told researching or possibly on his way, so i've kinda been waiting on golem to tell me when i show up.[/ooc]
[ooc]You arrive around now! You have discovered some useful facts. Just ask me any three things you want to know about the Black City.[/ooc]
[ooc]Sweet! We're all here![/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
Wastep steps into the docking office, leaving the door open long enough to let a raven flutter through.
"I've found all I can in this time. Are we prepared to leave yet?"
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pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[spoiler=questions]
You've already told me 3 things earlier in the thread, I think we got discommunicated somewhere in there. If I get to ask 3 further things:
Are there any ways to prevent or delay onset of the insanity?
How dangerous are the spirits?
How far away is the black city from any civilization?
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[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"'Bout time you showed up," Blackjack huffs, "we're ready to go. Only a few complications from our Elf friends. The trip costs 50,000 gold, and that's with the 'permit' our other Elf pal gave us. So, they've agreed to give us a free ride, if we deliver a package for them at the Great Sky Market. So, we've decided it was okay, assuming it would be okay with you since, unless you have a LOT more money than you let on, it's the only way we're getting anywhere, let alone the Black City. That about sums it up, we were only waiting for you to leave. So, now that you're here, I guess we're ready to go."
"Finally, he's here. Wonder what he learned about the Black City."[/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]"Well... I'm glad you sorted that out, then."
"50,000 gold? for a courier job? Maybe these elves trade in small gold pieces. Dust maybe."
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pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
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[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] As he strokes his raven's head, Jeroen speaks to Wastep.
" Ah, Wastep, i see that Glimmer found you and you have both returned in good time. I am glad of this. Jack has told you most of what you need to know and it shouldn't be too long until we reach the Black City, as our ever helpful elven friend here assures us that it will be a quick and unneventful task we must undertake. And of course we trust him implicitly. "
Wispering to Wastep " Once we are underway and the four of us have some privacy, you must tell us what you learnt of our destination so that we may begin to form a plan. "
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[ooc] :yumm: [/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Well, now that we're all one big happy family, again, could we possibly leave? While I'm sure it's been a fun and interesting conversation for both myself and our new Elf friends, I think we're all ready to get the heck out of here. Yes?"
"Talk, talk, talk. I feel like that's all I do around here. Let's get moving so I can get collecting on this treasure. Sheesh, stupid Elves. Stupid Watsup."[/ic]
[ooc]Hey, brainface, what does Wastep look like? I mean, he's a Tiefling, so does he have little horns? Or glowing eyes? Or hooves or something?[/ooc]
[ooc] Double post... [/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
"I hope you found what you were looking for, Wastep."
Ded shoulders his pack and waits for the elves to lead them to the ship.[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen allows his familiar to climb up onto his shoulder, then waits for the elves to lead them to the ship.
Raven " Rawk. Lets go. "
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[ooc] Let's get this show on the road boys.
:yumm: [/ooc]
[ooc]Something got confused. Ah well :P[/ooc]
[ic]The elf nods.
"We leave."
He shouts through the door in elven. To any of you that can understand it, it sounds like "Tam! Jurg! Get moving, hut hut hut!"[/ic]
[ooc] Have we seen any of the air-ships yet? Are they visible from where we we when we entered the tower? Are they visible now? Are we currently on one and i didn't realize it?[/ooc]
[ooc]You haven't seen any yet because of that last reason you gave...[/ooc]
[ooc] Sneaky, sneaky![/ooc]
[ooc] ;)[/ooc]
[ic]You feel the ground begin to shake, and elven shouts come from outside.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"What the heck is going on? Why is the ground shaking? What are you playing at, Elf?"
"Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap!"[/ic]
[ic]"We're moving, fool. The ship is lifting. Didn't you notice the bridge you came over when you entered here?" [/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"Firstly," Blackjack says, regaining his balance and his senses, "you'd better watch who you call a fool, Elf. Secondly, I didn't know your stupid office was in your stupid ship! It's ridiculous!"
"That Elf had better watch his step, or he'll end up a pointy-eared pincushion."[/ic]
[ic] "I know what you're thinking, HALFLING, and if you kill us, the ship will most likely explode. And it is hardly ridiculous..."
A loud, beating hum comes from beyond the far door leading into the depths of the tower.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Really?" he spits out. "So, you're magically connected to the ship? If, just as an example, I were to stab you through the eye, the ship would blow up? You know what, at this point, it's almost worth it." Blackjack lays his hands on his blackjack and his dagger, ready to draw them at a moment's notice.
"You son of an Orc, if you can hear me now, let me tell you that if you try and pull anything on me, I'll kill you so fast you won't even be able to pee your little Elven panties."[/ic]
[ic]"Yes."
The elf makes no sign of having heard Blackjack's thoughts.[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "You know, we could always test that theory. I'd hate for your magic do be defective and for you not to know about it."
"I am going to kill this Elf. Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow, but soon. Maybe after he takes us to the Black City, or after he brings us back. We'll just have to wait and see."[/ic]
[ooc]I'm going to go ahead and stop posting for right now. Gotta give the others time to get involved, if they want. Make odds, place bets, or, if they really wanted to, intervene. ;)[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] " People, stop this madness. Jack, i do not care what slights you may have percieved from him, but they are no cause for threats. And if he actually is conected with the ship, are you really that suicidal? I do not wish to die for your pride, and i most assuredly doubt that Wastep or Ded wish to either. And you, elf, should have told your passengers before you took off. Even after having agreed to your taks, this is nearly the same as shanghaiing us. If we plan to make this trip in one peice, then Jack put away your blades and the same goes for your tongue elf. This may be your ship, but you invited us, and you need us to get your precious package. "
Crazy elf, what was he thinking. And Jack needs to deal with that temper of his. I fear we will plummet long before we reach our destination. [/ic]
[ooc] Diplomacy check: [dice]d20+12[/dice] .
I am stuck on a flying boat with crazy people. Oh dear.
edit: umm, what's up with my dice roller? i just got a natural 1 for my first check, now a natural 20 for this diplomacy check. A 32! that can turn unfreindly to freindly.
You boys better damn well sit down and shut up now.
Listen to the calming voice of the Peaceinator! [/ooc]
[ic]The elf nods reluctantly.
"The cabin quarters are upstairs... now, we're about to take off..."
[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]Blackjack releases his dagger and sap, and takes a long, hard look at the Elf, "You're lucky my level-headed friend is here, Elf. But let me tell you right now, this is far from over. We may not be able to settle this now, but it will be settled."
He turns around and heads for the stairs, thinking, "Hm, Jeroen's right. His life isn't worth blowing up this flying hunk of junk. But, as soon as I don't need this Elf anymore, he and I will have to finish this 'conversation'."[/ic]
[ooc]Nice Diplomacy check, supa. I think Blackjack probably would've flipped out and jumped that Elf if someone hadn't cut in. Congrats on being the first person to save the whole team![/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]Wastep lets go of the wall he was clinging to and slowly walks up the stairs, muttering in abyssal: "...going to get us all killed."
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]nice roll supa ;)
[spoiler=darkxarth]
I've got a description in my 3eprofile link man. No horns or hoofykins, sadly.
[/spoiler]
[/ooc]
[ooc]Doh! x. I should've seen it. Failed my Spot check again![/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
"By the Pale Lady!", Ded muttered as he braced himself, "That little halfling better not screw up my mission"[/ic]
[ooc] Ooh, mission is it? i'm intruigued.
BTW, do you have a physical description/past/some fluff description of Ded up here anywhere?
The original posting of your character looks like it's just crunch.[/ooc]
[ooc] Yeah... It's just crunch. But since he's a changeling.... Descriptions are kind of pointless... I'll reveal his history as it comes to me. The I've got the basics though.[/ooc]
[ic=Jeroen] Gathering his Raven, Jeroen heads up the stairs to the cabins and gestures for the others to follow.[/ic]
[ooc] I see.
What book are changelings from anyways? and what kind of stuff can they do? Like, can they actually shapechange, or is it just minor facial features?[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] Blackjack follows Jeroen up the stairs, repeatedly muttering curses in Halfling, and making up more as he thinks of other insulting things to say about Elves.[/ic]
[ooc]They're from the Ebberon Campaign Setting/Races of Ebberon books. They can basically use Disguise Self at will, except that the result is real instead of illusory. A true seeing spell reveals their true nature, and (my house rule) another changeling can tell a changeling on sight through pheromones. But of course, on the black market, you can buy OTHER pheromones...[/ooc]
[ic]You find yourselves in a small stone corridor, with steps spiralling upwards around an inner core, from which the noise seems to be emanating. Cracks in the core's boards flash blue and green light, giving the staircase an eerie look.[/ic]
[ooc] Good to know that I can spot changelings. That could be useful. [/ooc]
[ic=Ded] Ded gathers himself and begins up the staircase, on guard, and prepares to try to apologize if anything the halfling says gets too out of hand.[/ic]
[ooc]Are you in genderless, natural form at the moment, or another?[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] Blackjack simply continues to go up the stairs, still quietly voicing his thoughts about the Elf's parentage and mumbling statements disparaging his masculinity.[/ic]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Upon arriving in the cabins (assuming we are not interrupted before we reach them) Jeroen closes the door and speaks to Wastep.
" Now that we have some privacy from those elves, you need to tell us everything you have learned, and then all of us need to decide what to do abou this mysterious package. Do we know where we need to pick it up yet? "
[/ic]
[ooc] Click the wise and mytic turte for cryptic advice.
[spoiler=!turtle ][fortune][/spoiler] [/ooc]
[ooc] Currently Ded looks like a human male with brown hair amd average height and weight (5'9" and about 150)[/ooc]
[ooc]Good good.[/ooc]
[ic]You aren't interrupted.[/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]Wastep closes his eyes and begins reciting from memory:
The Black City is in the center of the Wastes of Dorum--it's very, very old. The books I read mentioned Elvish and Elemental writings on the buildings--I can read elven of course; but not Aquan or Terran. I don't know of anything that speaks that anymore. Some mages, maybe? There were references to the spirits Limuet spoke of--ghosts, apparently; among other things--details are lacking. Several cases of insanity are also recorded, but I couldn't find a cause or even specific symptoms. From the way Limuet talked, it sounded permanent, but I doubt she ever took the time to learn about mental ailments.
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 18/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]I embellished a little rather than straight up copying and pasting. If anything's incorrect, Wastep simply guessed wrong. :)
[/ooc]
[ooc]I'm willing to go into downtime whenever you want. ;)[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ]
" Hmm...The Aquan and Terran may cause trouble. I cannot speak any, and i do not know the spell of tongues. Perhaps one of you are able to, but it not, be should either hire a sage, or look about gaining a scroll that would allow this. Are any of you capable of dealing with hostile spirits? For that matter, have you encountered them before. If no one else has, i suggest we follow my lead if we encounter them since i have seen them once or twice before. The madness though... I know of no way to deal with this. I guess we must simply bolster our wills and hope for the best. "
[/ic]
[ooc] Click the wise and mytic turte for cryptic advice.
!turtle [spoiler=turtle ][fortune][/spoiler] [/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]Blackjack seems to finally snap out of his Elf-induced hate-trance and speaks up, "Hm, I don't speak either of those bizzarro languages. And I've never had any encounters with 'spirits' either, not that I'm concerned about any spooky crap like that. And madness? Pah, I've seen madness, many times, I'm not afraid of it. Only the weak-willed go mad. And I don't know about you guys, but I am NOT weak-willed."
"Bah, these guys better not go wussy on me."[/ic]
[ic=Ded] "My goddess grants me some ability in that area, though I prefer a blade. On the spell, I can ask my goddess for a spell with a similar effect."Ded shifts his weight. We've one cowardly braggart and two bookworms. Shouldn't be too difficult if they try to interrupt anything.[/ic]
[spoiler=Manuevers Prepared Today]Cloak of Deception, Crusader's Strike, Burning Blade, Sapphire Nightmare Blade, Clinging Shadow Strike[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Spells Preapred]
0 level- Light, Resistance, Detect Magic
1st level- Cause Fear, Bless, Inflict light wounds[/spoiler]
[ooc] Ded can cast decipher script so there's no need for a scroll of tongues[/ooc]
[ooc]Wow, your character has, like, an actual purpose. Blackjack is just out to make some extra money. He thought this might be slightly more exciting and higher paying than "item recovery." ;)[/ooc]
[ooc] I have a purpose too, but it's a bit general, it's helping out those in need and converting the wicked.
Curently imma gonna convert your moraly ambiguous ass Darkxarth.
I usally choose to play characters that range from care-free to morally ambiguous to almost evil, so i thought that i'd try playing a good guy for once (something that i haven't done since i was a kid. like maybe 10 0r 12 or so)[/ooc]
[ooc] Yes, Ded has a purpose, but it's so secret that even I don't know what it is. [/ooc]
[ooc]I think that Wastep has more purpose too. Blackjack is just a shallow character. It's not like I don't like roleplaying deep characters, it's just the Blackjack isn't one.
Quote from: supadupamanCurently imma gonna convert your moraly ambiguous ass Darkxarth.
[ooc]And we enter downtime... if that's okay.
Anything any of you want to do during downtime?[/ooc]
[ooc]Nope, Blackjack has nothing to do. Except avoid that stupid, Elf.[/ooc]
[ooc] Downtime? Is the game going on pause or something?
I hope not.[/ooc]
[ooc]Nono, what I mean is, we're skipping the journey. The journey will take a few days, so you can do what you want during that - crafting, or whatever.[/ooc]
[ic=Jeroen] Jeroen spends his trip meditating, practicing his martial arts, honing his magical skills, and sitting at the prow (or equivalent for this ship) composing songs on his flute. He also engages crewmembers and his companions in friendly chitchat whenever possible (although his relationship with the knife-covered pilot is somewhat soured).[/ic]
[ooc] ...And when i say "honing his magical abbilites, i mean jumping off the ship with a rope tied around me and casting featherfall as close to the end of the rope as i can to practic my timing. (that would be so much fun)[/ooc]
-Double Post-
[ic]Four days later...
Ahead you see a huge dark blot in the sky, and the knife-wielding piratical guy shouts "Market ahoy!"
[ic]
[ooc]Roll spot checks.[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen rushes to the rails to catch a glimpse of their destination.
" We've gone through a lot of trouble getting here. Let's see what this fabled market looks like. "
This is it. I wonder what awaits us. [/ic]
[ooc] Spot check [dice]1d20 +7[/dice]
Also, Golem, let me know when i see groups of unfortunate people/groups, or ones that look like they help those down on their luck.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "Market ahoy? What is he, a freakin' pirate?" Blackjack exclaims. "Well, maybe I can make it so he can use a peg leg..." he mutters.[/ic]
[ooc]Spot check [dice]1d20+1[/dice][/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: supadupamanAlso, Golem, let me know when i see groups of unfortunate people/groups, or ones that look like they help those down on their luck.
Hey, let me know if Blackjack sees anyone who looks rich and stupid. Or at least moderately wealthly and not observant. ;) [/ooc]
[ic]Wastep stares silently out in the distance. This'll be something I haven't seen before.
[/ic]
[ooc]Spot [dice]1d20-1[/dice]
I attempt to look poor and intelligent.
[/ooc]
[ooc]Blackjack has already decided that none of you are worth it. Too much risk and not enough gain. At least, not at the beginning of an adventure, anyway. ;)[/ooc]
[ic]Wastep, you notice what appear to be a large, black, cloak-like black shape swoop from the market and glide in your direction...[/ic]
[ooc] 1d20+3=17 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=685228)[/ooc]
[ic=Ded] Ded appears alert, ignoring his teammates need for converstion right now[/ic]
[ic]As do you, Ded.
As it gets closer, you can make out that there appears to be someone on its back, hanging on for dear life... and behind him, several winged figures speed.[/ic]
[/ic]
[ic] "There's someone on that thing's back! Does anyone have any flying magic? Or Teleportation? That person might be in danger![/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)]"What? What thing's back? What are you talking about?" Blackjack asks loudly.
"Great, now the creepy priest-guy is going nuts. Could this get any worse?"[/ic]
[ic]The creature is now visible to all of you as it swoops down. It takes an arrow to the wing, and swoops down, hitting the deck. Its rider, a bulky halfling, stumbles off and falls to the deck, crying out for help in a garbled mix of halfling and common. [/ic]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]"Farwalking Fharlanghn![/font] that thing was fast--Where's the crew? There's more of those things coming."
Wastep ignores the rider and tries to focus on the pursuing creatures.[/ic]
[ic]The creatures pause in midair for a moment, squawking, and you can see they have bat wings. The leader motions, and all three draw out light crossbows, which they ready to aim.[/ic]
[ooc]Roll Initiative.[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen stares at the creatures then readies himself fo battle.
" Do any of you crew know what these are? Any advice would be appreciated.. "
Sweet Pelor, what are these things? [/ic]
[ooc] Initiative [dice]1d20 +2.[/dice]
About how far from the boat are they? What do these things look like? Any more details? Are they recognizable? Also, they are things with wings right, not people on flying mounts? (if the flyers themselves are aiming the bows, can i assume they have wings and arms?). [/ooc]
[ooc]60ft away. They're winged humanoids carrying crossbows and wearing an assortment of armours - all three of them have various fiendish features.[/ooc]
[ic=The Treehugger (with knives)]"Oh, gods! Bloody half-demons! Quick lads, ready yourselves!"
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486)] "I guess that's what you were talking about!" Blackjack shouts. He then readies for battle.
"Half-Demons? And chasing a Halfling? Hm, I'm looking forward to the story behind this." [/ic]
[ooc][dice=Initiative]1d20+8[/dice]
This should be fun. :demon: [/ooc]
[ooc]
[dice]1d20+2[/dice]
hope ya'll got bows :)
[/ooc]
[ooc] I'm not allowed to own a bow. I'm gonna throw rocks.
On second thought, i'll get the one on the deck, and then throw rocks.
Hey Golem, based on the layout of the ship, would it be possible for me to gain elevation and then jump onto one of the flyers? Don't know if it would work, but that would be damn cool and a great way to kick off the battle. Lemme know if there's like a mast or something nearby that i could swing from.[/ooc]
[ooc] I've got a MW Hand Crossbow, a whopping 1d3 damage!!! Holy smokes! Yeah, so, I hope Ded and Wastep are awesome at ranged combat.
@Supa: That would be pretty freakin' awesome![/ooc]
[ooc] The best part about a Flynn-esque leap, would be that since my touch paralyses evil creatures, they would lose the abbility to fly and we would both plummet.
I just remembered about that.
Maybe we should try to lure them onto the ship and do it there.[/ooc]
[ooc]
Initiative=1d20+3=15 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=688054)
Ded's kind of a CC kind of guy...
[/ooc]
[ooc]dude, you can do that on-site, you know ;) (though we don't support the option functions)
[spoiler=code][dice]1d6-2+1d8-1d7+3[/dice][dice]1d6-2+1d8-1d7+3[/dice][/spoiler][/ooc]
[ooc] Yeah... I just figured that out...[/ooc]
[ooc]Sadly, there's nowhere really to gain elevation.
[dice]1d20+2[/dice]
[/ooc]
[ooc]Okay, everyone's rolled initiative, and you rolled a mystery die. Is it time to fight now?[/ooc]
[ooc]I got highest initiative (mystery dice). Therefore...[/ooc]
[ic]The archers fire off a bolt each, aiming for Blackjack. It appears they have mistaken him for the other halfling, or some such. [/ic]
[ooc]
Attack rolls.
[dice]1d20+3[/dice]
[dice]1d20+3[/dice]
[dice]1d20+3[/dice]
And damage...
[dice]1d6+1[/dice]
[dice]1d6+1[/dice]
[dice]1d6+1[/dice]
[/ooc]
[ooc] OH NOES! a mystery dice! those are never any good for the heroes (or whatever we are).
And look how high he rolled, he's like going first, or just scored a critical or something.
And i go dead last.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack avoids the first two bolts, but is nailed by the final one.[/ic]
[ooc]Blackjack's turn now, I believe. I've made my move, they're hovering.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack, angered at being shot, pulls his loaded MW Hand Crossbow, and takes a shot at the Half-Demon that hit him.[/ic]
[ooc]Attack: [dice]1d20+9[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d3[/dice][/ooc]
[ic]The bolt slams into the archer, who takes it in his stride and continues reloading his crossbow.[/ic]
[ooc] How far away from me is the half-demon on the deck? and is he moving, active, prone, what?
@Darkxarth: ouch[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451)]
Wastep closes his eyes and is surrounded by a glowing corona.[/ic]
[ooc]
Astral Construct, 3pp. It'll appear on my next turn
*END TURN*
[/ooc]
[ooc] That all brainface?[/ooc]
[ooc]oh, yeah, that's it; sorry[/ooc]
[ooc]
Ded enters the Child of Shadow stance (20% concealment if he moves over 10 feet in a round) and casts cause fear DC 14 on one of the flying mounts (The farthest from the deck). Then he runs 15 feet towords cover. [/ooc]
[ic=Ded]
Ded shifts his weight downward, and the shadows come up to meet him, "GODDESS OF THE GREY REALM! STRIKE FEAR INTO THINE ENEMIES HEARTS!" Ded yells and runs towords cover.
[/ic]
[ooc] I be done[/ooc]
[ooc] Golem. Where is the guy on the ship, relative to me?[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=512) ] Jeroen runs to where the fallen demon on the deck is and gives him a solid blow to the head.
Quietly to people on the ship " try to get them closer to me. "
THis had better work. [/ic]
[ooc] Attack roll [dice]1d20 +2[/dice]
[spoiler=if i hit] [ic] Upon stiking the blow the demon feals an unnatural cold spread from the skin where Jeroen touched him.[/ic]
[ooc]Damage [dice]1d6+1[/dice] and make a DC18 Fort save or be poisoned by Golden Ice.
[/spoiler]
If he was within a 5 ft step of me, then i used my move action to pullout my sling.
[/ooc]
Quote from: supadupaman[ooc] How far away from me is the half-demon on the deck? and is he moving, active, prone, what?
@Darkxarth: ouch[/ooc]
[ooc] He's just a halfling. He's about 40ft away from you - no wings, he was riding a cloaker. :P [/ooc]
[ooc] i thought he was on the back of one of those things.
if not, then my actions change to:
Pull out my sling and fire a stone at one of the flyers
attack roll [dice]1d20+4[/dice] damage [dice]1d4+1[/dice] [/ooc]
[ooc] Who's turn is it supposed to be now?[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: supadupamanWho's turn is it supposed to be now?
Presumably the monsters or the Elves. In other words, Golem's turn.[/ooc]
[ooc]Oh. Right. :P[/ooc]
[ic]The elves scatter across the deck, trying to keep the ship under control, as the monsters fly down to the deck and draw their weapons.
-No further actions, end turn-[/ic]
[ooc]It might be wise to explicitly post the initiative order, so as to avoid confusion.
Interesting adventure, so far.
;) Túrin[/ooc]
[ooc]Good idea, :P[/ooc]
[ooc]My turn![/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]
Blackjack, seeing that the creatures have landed on deck, drops his crossbow, draws his dagger, and throws it at the same creature that he attacked with his crossbow a few moments ago.
[dice]1d20+10[/dice]
[spoiler=Damage][dice]1d3[/dice][/spoiler][/ic]
[ooc]Wow, I'm really dealing out damage with my awesome 1d3 weapons...[/ooc]
[ic]The half fiend is pinned to a rail and pulls himself free, angry (dealt damage).[/ic]
[ooc]... next![/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451) HP:14 AC: 13 Init: 17]
Two green, glowing hands emerge out of Wastep's forehead, then pull the rest of a emphemereal winged, horned creature out of the sage's head. It immediately charges one of the attackers with a roar.
[spoiler=Astral construct]
[ooc]stats: http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/monsters/astralConstruct.htm
31 hp, AC 18 (16 due to charge), walk 40 ft., fly 20 ft.
it charges the nearest half-fiend crossbowing thingy.
Attack: [dice]1d20+6[/dice] (+4 normal, +6 w/ charge)
Damage: [dice]1d6+4[/dice][/ooc][/spoiler]
Recovering from the emerging creature, Wastep glares at a separate creature and launches an electric ray from his forehead.
[spoiler=energy push]
[ooc]
http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/powers/energyPush.htm
3 pp, range 130 ft.
attack: [dice]1d20+3[/dice] (+1 w/i in 30', no penalty for melee)
damage: [dice]2d6[/dice] electric
ref DC 19 halves damage,
additional DC 19 strength check or be pushed back 5 ft. + 5 ft. per every 5 points of damage.
The creature will take an additional [dice]2d6[/dice] points of damage if it's knocked into something
[/ooc][/spoiler]
*END TURN*
[/ic]
[ooc]My abilities are too complicated[/ooc]
[ooc] Errr.... Did the flying demon mount get affected by my cause fear spell? It's a DC 14 will save...[/ooc]
[ic=Ded HP 26 AC 20 Init 15]
"Goddess! Thine enemies shall have a swift passage to your realm!" A light white glow surrounds all of Ded's allies. He then draws his bow and notches an arrow
[/ic]
[ooc]
Ded casts Bless on his allies, and draws his bow, and he's done...
[/ooc]
[ooc]All right! Thanks Ded. Jeroen's turn[/ooc]
[ooc]Sorry.
[dice]1d20+1[/dice]
Yes.
[/ooc]
[ic]Add to my actions: The last demon doesn't attack. Instead he flies away from the ship, gibbering wildly. [/ic]
[ooc]So, this is the status:
First demon: 18hp.
Second demon: 11hp.
Third demon: 19hp, under effect of Cause Fear.
[/ooc]
[ooc] So I assume that one of the mounts is now flying as far away as possible... leaving us with two enemies and an unconcious halfling on the deck?[/ooc]
[ooc]That would be about right...[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheets/view.php?id=4678) ]
Jeroen sees his change now that the demons have landed. He sprints to the untouched one, and strikes him in the temple with a Rising Moon nerve strike. As he touches the demon, it feels an unnatural chill spread throughout it's body.[/ic]
[ooc] Charge the 18hp demon.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+5[/dice] (+2 normal, +1 bless, +2 charge)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] plus makes save for Stunning fist (DC 18) fortitude and Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler] [/ooc]
[ooc]A'ight Gol'm. 'Chore tern now.[/ooc]
[ooc]Goodie... :P[/ooc]
[ic]You slam into the demon at full speed.[/ic]
[ooc]15hp. Now, roll for fortitude saves...
[dice]1d20+5[/dice]
[dice]1d20+5[/dice]
[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]The creature shakes as you touch him, letting out a scream and attempting to clear his head as the stunning blow effects him. He is at the same time slammed with the energy push and screams again as electricity runs through him...[/ic]
[ooc]Nice... now that you can use some of your abilities, you're coming into your own.
[dice]1d20+2[/dice] (to avoid being pushed backwards)
[/ooc]
[ic]However, he avoids being pushed back. Meanwhile, the astral construct slams into the second demon, dealing no damage as the creature dodges aside.[/ic]
[ooc]So, the stance now is: Demon 1 15hp (stunned, poisoned (-4 dex)), Demon 2 11hp and Demon 3 19hp, flying away as fast as possible. Now for my actions...[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]No actions, stunned.[/ic]
[ic=Demon 2]Begins singing, Inspiring Courage.[/ic]
[ooc]So now... Demon 1, 15hp (stunned, poisoned (-4 dex), +1 on damage/attack)
Demon 2, 11hp (+1 on damage/attack)
Whoever it was that cast Cause Fear, did you roll for how many rounds the creature ran for?
[/ooc]
[ooc]
Quote from: Golem, the one who stole away Shadowls[ic=Demon 2]Begins singing, Inspiring Courage.[/ic]
Inspiring Courage?!?! A Bardic Demon? :demon: :band: :demon: Interesting...
My turn.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack pulls a vial out of his sack, and pours its contents over a few pebbles he pulls out of his belt pouch.[/ic]
[ooc]Took out Oil of Magic Stone, used it on 3 pebbles. I'm going to start throwing small rocks at someone soon.[/ooc]
[ooc] Oops [dice]1d4[/dice] There we go[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep]
[spoiler=oops?][ooc]
I accidentily edited this post for the next turns actions. which was stupid.
I cast grease on a weapon,
the astral construct attempted a disarm.
i attempted to tell the flyguys to flee
[/ooc]
[/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]"What is he saying?" Blackjack yells, still pouring his magical oil over his pebbles. "That whacko is probably allying himself with the monsters!"
"Screw him! If he's going to join these creatures then he can DIE with them!! First him, then the Elf!!" Blackjack thinks, losing all sense of reason.[/ic]
[ooc]You should know by now how paranoid Blackjack is.[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep]Wastep is concentrating intently on his magic, and gives no sign of having even heard the treasure hunter.
[spoiler=ooc][ooc]I suspect i'm about to get a reminder. :D[/ooc][/spoiler][/ic]
[ooc]
Quote from: brainfaceI suspect i'm about to get a reminder. :D
Quite probably. But don't take it personally. Blackjack has spiralled out of my control at this point.[/ooc]
[ooc] You guys be crazy!
Is it Helix's turn or mine? [/ooc]
[ooc]Should be Helix's turn now. Then you.[/ooc]
[ic= Ded HP 26 AC 20 Init 15]
Ded shoots at Demon 1, carefully aiming for a weak point.
[dice]1d20+5[/dice] if it hits,
[spoiler=Damage]
[dice]1d6[/dice]
[/spoiler]
Ded then moves another five feet to the left before dropping his bow and drawing his sword, switching to island of blades(aoo for any movement within my melee reach) stance as a swift action.
[/ic]
[ooc]
End Turn, Supa's up next
[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheets/view.php?id=4678) ]
Jeroen strikes his opponet twice more. As he touches the demon, it feels an unnatural chill spread throughout it's body.[/ic]
[ooc] Flurry demon 1.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler] [/ooc]
[ooc]Riiight. :P First of all, the disarm.
[dice]1d20+2[/dice] and attack of opportunity [dice]1d20+2[/dice] and if I hit [dice]1d6[/dice][/ooc]
[ooc]Now for the reflex save... (grease) [dice]1d20-1[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]Jeroen strikes once, missing the second time.[/ic]
[ooc]And the fortitude save... [dice]1d20+5[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]Ded hits too, slamming an arrow into the confused demon.[/ic]
[ooc]So, the stance now is:
Demon 1: 8hp, Poisoned (-4 Dex), +1 on damage/attack
Demon 2: 11hp, +1 on damage/attack
Demon 3: No longer under Cause Fear effect, 90ft away from the ship.
[/ooc]
[ooc][spoiler=fyi]yeah, you failed to close your third die roll, which combined & bungled the third & fourth roll.(1d20+1=6,1,1,8,1=17?) ;) fixing them is going to reroll all rolls after them, though.
(that is, the fortitude save wouldn't equal what it does now if you closed your die tag.)
just an fyi. I'm content with keeping them if you are.[/spoiler][/ooc]
[ooc]well, fudged the coding there but I didn't hit anyway... :P I'll just say the reflex save was for him to pick it up without dropping it...[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]Comes out of his stunned effect, grasps and attempts to pick up his weapon, fails. Attacks the astral construct with his bare hands.[/ic]
[ooc]Picking it up provokes attacks of opportunity from the Astral Construct. [dice]1d20+2[/dice] and if I hit [dice]1d3+2[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Demon 2]His weapon seized from him, Demon 2 begins to cast a spell... Lesser Confusion (DC 13 Will) on Wastep.[/ic]
[ooc][dice]1d100[/dice] to determine effects.[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 3]Circles around and begins flying back towards the ship.[/ic]
[ic=The elves]The knifeman seems to realise that his men are keeping the ship intact, and appears from a cabin, roaring battlecries in elven, a dagger in each hand. Any of you that can understand elven will hear "GET OFF MY SHIP, YOU BASTARDS!" in very grammatically incorrect tones.[/ic]
[ooc]I redid them after I realised what I'd done ;)[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451) HP:14 AC: 13 PP: 11 Init: 17]
The astral construct senses an opening and attacks, with prejudice.
[spoiler=Astral construct]
[ooc]stats: http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/monsters/astralConstruct.htm
31 hp, AC 18, walk 40 ft., fly 20 ft.
Attack of opportunity!
Slam: [dice]1d20+4[/dice] and if i hit: [dice]1d6+4[/dice]
[/ooc][/spoiler]
Wastep attempts to deflect the attack on his mind
[spoiler=will save][dice]1d20+2[/dice] vs. DC 13[/spoiler]
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 11/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]You don't hit. ;)[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack, enraged by Watsup's apparent switching of sides, vows to deal with the weird-smelling freak now. "I'll show him for switching sides..."
"DIE TRAITOR!"
With that, he chucks one of his rocks at Watsup, as hard as he can.[/ic]
[ooc]To hit: [dice]1d20+10[/dice] Damage: [dice]1d6+1[/dice] [/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451) HP:7 AC: 13 Init: 17]
The enchanted stone bites into Wastep's unguarded side back with a sickening crunch. The sage stares dumbfoundedly for a moment at the horrific, bleeding wound in his side, then comes to the obvious conclusion:
"Kill the singing one! He's dominating Blackjack!"
He then attempts to concentrate past the pain.
that HURT...
[spoiler=Vigor]
[ooc]
http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/powers/vigor.htm
1 pp
5 temporary hitpoints, 3 minutes
[/ooc][/spoiler]
The astral construct continues to follow its creator's devious mental commands.
[spoiler=Astral construct]
[ooc]stats: http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/monsters/astralConstruct.htm
28/32 hp, AC 18, walk 40 ft., fly 20 ft.
The construct's gonna attempt to kick Demon 2's weapon overboard. I'm sure that provokes an AoO or something.
Attack roll(?):[dice]1d20+4[/dice]
[/ooc][/spoiler]
It dissipates into smokey vapor immediately afterwards.
*END TURN*
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 10/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[spoiler=ooc][ooc]I figure that made sense, after the will save. As opposed to the party member going INSANE. :) also: blackjack really did hit me as hard as he could. irony?[/ooc][/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]Irony? No. Providence my friend, fate.
Nice response, by the way. Works well.[/ooc]
[ic=Jeroen] "Jack, stop! He is not the enemy. We can work this out once they are driven off. Please, stay your hand."[/ic]
[ooc]Diplomacy check [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
That's just great. He does piles of damage to his teamate, but can barely scratch the enemy? What is this. :morons: [/ooc]
[ooc]Darn your Diplomacy check! Not that I think Blackjack would win in a straight-fight against Wastep... but still...
And I was using my craptastical 1d3 weapons earlier, and now I'm using 1d6+2 weapons. That I have a +10 to attack with. That's why he has Oil of Magic Stone. ;)[/ooc]
[ooc]Actually, I don't think it would provoke attacks of opportunity. Attacking the weapon is basically just attacking something much smaller. But, of course, a weapon probably counts as somewhere in the 'tiny' category or below - +2 to AC against the medium astral construct. However, you still hit it... [/ooc]
[ic] The demon's weapon spins overboard.[/ic]
[ooc]Still following this with interest. :)
@ the Diplomacy business: Such a rushed check is at -10 or -15, right? I doubt it'll do much good...[/ooc]
[ooc]Meh, I'll play it anyway. Though I didn't know about the rushed Diplomacy checks. Learn something new everyday.[/ooc]
[ooc]We're waiting...[/ooc]
[ooc]It's Ded's turn then Jeroen's then the Monsters'. Unless Jeroen skipped Ded and already used his turn. In which case it's Ded's turn then the Monsters' turn then my turn. Either way, Ded's up next.[/ooc]
[ooc] Paging Mr Ded. Would a Mr Ded please report to the airship ASAP. There are some large winge men here looking for you. Once again, Mr Ded to the airship. [/ooc]
[ooc]Grr... Mr. Ded![/ooc]
[ic=Ded, resurrected!]
Ded charges Demon 2
[dice]1d20+7[/dice]
[spoiler=damage]
[dice]1d6[/dice]
[/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]
Heh, sorry guys. I kind of had to sort out my college loan process. It got rather hectic this weekend... *scratches back of neck awkwardly*
[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheets/view.php?id=4678) ]
Jeroen strikes his opponet twice more. As he touches the demon, it feels an unnatural chill spread throughout it's body.[/ic]
[ooc] Flurry demon 1.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler] [/ooc]
[ic=Demon 2]The demon dodges the blow, cackling.[/ic]
[ic=Demon 1]The demon dodges the first blow but is struck hard by the second and screams out in pain. The ship slowly begins to move (20ft/round).[/ic]
[ooc]Fort Save:[dice]1d20+5[/dice]
[dice]1d20+5[/dice]
[/ooc]
[ooc]Demon 1 = 2hp, +1 to attack/damage, -4 Dex.[/ooc]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack, though still seething with anger, decides to follow Jeroen's advice, and hold off on Watsup, for now. Instead, he decides to take out his anger on the Demons. He chucks another of his enchanted rocks straight at the second Demon.[/ic]
[ooc]Attack Demon 2: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Rock Damage: [dice]1d6+1[/dice][/ooc]
[ic]The rock slams straight into the second demon.[/ic]
[ooc]Demon 1: 2hp, +1 to attack/damage, -4 Dex.
Demon 2: 9hp, +1 on damage/attack.[/ooc]
[ooc]Wastep's turn.[/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451) HP:7 AC: 13 Init: 17]Wastep backs up from the rail, trying to find a place where he can gain cover from the murderous halfling and keep an eye on the circling demon.
[spoiler=Move and Ready Action]
[ooc]
I'll try to move where something is partially or completely between me and Blackjack, but where i can still see Demon #3. If that's not possible, i simply stay where i am.
As a standard action, I'm gonna ready spell vs. approach--if the circling demon gets within 30 ft., i cast grease on his weapon. Again, DC 16 Ref or drop it, for 3 rounds.
[/ooc][/spoiler]
*END TURN*
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 10/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[spoiler=ooc][ooc]Darkxarth, if you fail to deal more damage to the demons in the entire combat than you did to me in one attack, i'm doing my best to knock your character over the rail. :)[/ooc][/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc]
Quote from: oocDarkxarth, if you fail to deal more damage to the demons in the entire combat than you did to me in one attack, i'm doing my best to knock your character over the rail.[/spoiler]
[ooc]The 'circling' demon is a long way away. As in, like, three 30ft rounds of fly speed away. And you're moving. Which means he's not likely to come within 30ft within the next 2 rounds...[/ooc]
[ic=Ded, HP26 AC20]
Ded snarls at the demon and his rapier suddenly glows with flame. With a yell he stabs it at Demon #2
[dice]1d20+6[/dice]
[spoiler=Attack]
If it hits,
[dice]1d6[/dice] + [dice]1d6+3[/dice]
[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Manuevers Prepared Today]Cloak of Deception, Crusader's Strike, Burning Blade, Sapphire Nightmare Blade, Clinging Shadow Strike[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Spells Preapred]
0 level- Light, Resistance, Detect Magic
1st level-Cause Fear, Bless. Inflict light wounds[/spoiler]
[ooc]
QuoteThe 'circling' demon is a long way away.
[ooc]Jeroen's turn now.[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheets/view.php?id=4678) ]
Jeroen strikes his opponet once. As he touches the demon, it feels an unnatural chill spread throughout it's body. He then runs over to aid with the second demon.[/ic]
[ooc] Strike demon 1.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+3[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
Move to closest quare adjacent to Demon 2.[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 2] The demon dodges Ded's blow, cackling unnaturally.[/ic]
[ic=Demon 1]Dodges sluggishly and readies himself to strike back.[/ic]
[ooc]Right![/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]
Runs after and punches at Jeroen.[/ic]
[ooc][dice]1d20+4[/dice] and if I hit [dice]1d6+3[/dice]. Due to his lack of imp. unarmed strike, this provokes attacks of opportunity.[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 2]Slashes at Jeroen with his weapon.[/ic]
[ooc][dice]1d20+2[/dice] and if I hit [dice]1d6+1[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Demon 3] Looses off a bolt against the huge gemstone magefuel-tank.[/ic]
[ooc][dice]1d20+4[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Faroff speck]Another, larger speck breaks away from the Great Sky Market.[/ic]
[ic=Knife-Armed-Captain]Elven: Men, keep her steady! We've got to get to the Market!
He charges at Demon 1, roaring curses, and smashes into him, a dagger in each hand.[/ic]
[ooc][dice]1d20+8[/dice]
[dice]1d4+3[/dice]
AC -2 (due to charge) until next round.
[/ooc]
[ic=Demon 1]The demon reels from the elf's slashes, obviously scarred deeply by them. [/ic]
[ic=Blackjack (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=486) HP=18 AC=18]Blackjack, though very tempted to attack the Elf, instead hurls his last rock at the crossbow-weilding Demon.[/ic]
[ooc]Attacking Demon 3: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+1[/dice][/ooc]
[ic=Wastep (http://www.playrpgonline.net/3eprofiler/view.php?id=451) HP:7 AC: 13 Init: 17]
The tiefling watches the crossbow bolt travel towards the magical contraption of dubious durability, looks at the offending demon, scowls, and launches another ray from his forehead.
[spoiler=energy push]
[ooc]http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/powers/energyPush.htm
range: 130 ft.
ranged touch [dice]1d20+3[/dice]
[dice]2d6-2[/dice] sonic, ref DC 17 halves.
STR check DC 17 or be thrown back 5 ft. + 5 ft./5 points of damage dealt.
if i can aim specifically for the demon 3's crossbow, i do so, and the ray ignores hardness (god knows how the push effect interacts with held items). If I can't aim for his weapon, i'll just aim for the demon 3 himself. If he's out of range, i guess i miss.
[/ooc][/spoiler]
*END TURN*
[spoiler=psionics/spells]
pp: 7/18
psionic focus: On
darkness: 1/1
[/spoiler]
[spoiler=ooc][ooc]Your character is safe for now, Darkxarth! (well, at least from me.)[/ooc][/spoiler]
[/ic]
[ooc] AoO Strike demon 1.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+3[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
I doubt it'll last that long, but if the fight hits a minute long, the demons will start taking the 2d6dex secondary from my touches and will all fall over. Just a reminder. [/ooc]
[ooc]I know, four rounds left. Only Blackjack hit... and hell, he's 90ft away from Wastep. He ain't outta range. And it'd be stylish and impressive to hit his weapon, so... hey. ;) I'm pretty sure that energy push can affect weapons. Now, strength check.
[dice]1d20+2[/dice]
[dice]1d20+1[/dice]
[/ooc]
[ic]Blackjack's rock smashes into the demon, and he has to take a moment to right himself. The energy push slams the demon and hammers him backward.[/ic]
[ooc]It hits for 5 points of damage, but due to his successful strength check, fails to push him ;).[/ooc]
[ic=Ded, HP28 AC20]
Ded whirls into a single stab, aimed at Demon 2's eyes.
[/ic]
[ooc]
Attack [dice]1d20+5[/dice], Clinging shadow strike
[spoiler=Damage]
[dice]1d6[/dice]
[/spoiler]
If the attack hits, then Ded gains an additional 20% concealment
END TURN.
[/ooc]
[ic= Jeroen (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheets/view.php?id=4678) ]
Jeroen strikes his opponet twice more. As he touches the demon, it feels an unnatural chill spread throughout it's body.[/ic]
[ooc] Flurry demon 2.
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
Attack roll [dice]1d20+1[/dice] (+1 bless)
[spoiler] If i hit, damage = [dice]1d6+1[/dice] Touch of Golden Ice (DC 18 poison, 1d6 Dex now [dice]1d6[/dice] , and 2d6 Dex secondary) [/spoiler]
Wow, i'm rolling horribly. At least the 2 attcks missed me.[/ooc]
[ooc]*ahem*
... Golem, we're ready ...
:yumm: [/ooc]
[ic=Demon 2]Dodges the blows.[/ic]
[ooc]A bit busy at the moment, sorry for the long wait ;)
I'll try and get back to my normal posting schedule as soon as possible![/ooc]
[ooc]No problem. ;)[/ooc]