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Pimric and Dori reach the front of the crowd. On the ground in front of you, you see the tattooed man who started the assault, but things are not going well for him as a giant 7' tall half-orc has pinned him to the ground and is beating the tar out of him. Blood streams from various orifices on his face and you see a couple of his teeth lying on the ground. He's still barely conscious. Yagra looks like she hasn't even broken a sweat. Surrounding them are the 4 individuals Varis saw previously, looking ready to pounce, though somewhat hesitant looking at how well it's going for their boss. With her hand on his throat she yells back "Typical Xan - you fall so easily. The rest of you want a turn next?!". She pulls her fist back for another round and the others move towards her.
Initiative: (I'll roll these too speed things up, unless anyone disagrees)
(Seems I can't paste an image in anymore, so no map this time. I'll get it figured out for next time).
Pimric and Dori are in the center of the crowd about 10' back from Yagra and the guild 'leader'. 4 guild members surround them to the north about 10' apart. Varis, Cloudfur and Gargan are at their table about 45' to the SE, and Sariel is sitting with Threestrings rocking out around the same distance to the SW.
Varis is up first. The crowd in between is difficult terrain, so half movement through there if you're going that way.
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I am assuming this happens after other peoples actions
Pimrick notices that it looks like gang members were ganging up on the half-orc and immediately gets angry. The half-orc may not be a friend but Pimrick had seen her many times as a frequent patron of the Yawning Portal. seems like the half-orc has a handle on herself. He looks toward the west and see's a gang member preparing to attack so he rises above the crowd and flies over to the guild member and non-fatally slams his fist into the persons face. Using his Martial Arts he then non-fatally kicks the man in the shoulder.
Unarmed strike 1: Attack: 7 Damage: 6 bludgeoning
Unarmed strike 2: Attack: 8 Damage: 8 bludgeoning
edit: it doesn't look like the hit modifier of +6 was applied to either roll so the 2 would become an 8 and the 8 would become a 14
Gargan, Cloudfur, Pimric, Dori, Sariel next in that order. All the NPCs rolled low. Try to post in order - I check pretty frequently and will try to respond with the result quickly.
Gargan Happy that there is nothing else going on around him during the distraction of the fight the jet black scaled Dragonborn turns back towards the brawl, adjusting his light grey robes a final time before moving after Varis. He approaches the crowd looking for a way through to Dori and as he does he quickly casts Message to speak with Dori, assuming that he would never be heard over the noise of the crowd. "Is this going to be like the brawl from three weeks ago? Should I make sure there is an escape route if it goes the same way?" he says, referring to another of the Goliath's "trials" that had resulted in most of the tavern turning against him after the son of the owner got involved in the challenge and promptly lost consciousness after a brief encounter with Dori’s fist.
Dori would make it through the crowd before hearing Gargan's voice. A feeling so familiar the Goliath doesn't bother looking one way or the other, focus remained forward on the brawl as he responds. "Not this time, friend. This looks like a good fight for Yagra. I feel bad for these gang members."
From atop the table, Cloudfur keeps an eye on the combatants and also the forms of Dori and Varis wading through the crowd towards Yagra.
"Hmm maybe I can be of some help here...." he mutters to no one in particular and starts to make a noise that sounds like the wind through the leaves as he casts entangle centered on Yagra and the other gang members looking to jump her.
STR save DC 12 or be restrained by vines (Yagra, the gang members, my companions - anyone who might be caught in the 20 foot cube of vines - sorry friends hehe)
Feeling very proud of himself with his decision he hops back and forth on his feet in excitement.....
The crowd starts to go silent as dozens of vines sprout up through the floor boards, working their way through the area and up the legs of those in it. One of the guild members (2) is overcome by the vines, but the other grunts manage to shake them off before they get too far. Yagra doesn't even notice.
Guild2 is restrained, Krentz, Yagra, 1 and 3 make their saves. Shaded area is now difficult terrain - half movement. Pimrick can still make it to guild4 if he makes the save.
Pimrick, Dori, Varis, Gargan make strength saving throws please.
Sorry for the error. Guild2 remains restrained - everyone else is good.
Pimrick charges into the nearest Xanathar lackey, jumps up and comes down with his fist in his face. He reels in pain but as you come up with your offhand he manages to get arm up to deflect it.
Dori studied the scene for a moment longer before turning about and making his way over toward the bar with no regard to any spectators that might be in his way.(Just gonna use up all my movement if necessary) “This is not a challenge to get involved in.” The Goliath looking for Durnan at the bar, passing by guild3? On his way. “Durnan. Friend! Another drink!”
As you pass by the guildie he gives you a sidelong glance, noticing that you emerged from the crowd with Pimrick who has since jumped one of his comrades, he takes a swing at you with his scimitar but it glances off the side of your armour. He looks up (waaaay up) at you with perhaps a feeling of regret. You keep walking. Durnan yells "Aye happy to grease the wheels for ya in case things get worse!" and sends an ale sliding down the bar. He seems largely un-phased by the whole situation.
Bandit 3 fails an attack of opportunity. Sariel up, baddies on deck.
Sariel grabs an empty container and moves up onto the table to the right. He stands on the table, places the container in front of him and says to the crowd, "Are you all ready for a show?!? If you wanna show your love for a brawl and your local tavern come and tip us while Threestrings and I play a tune for you all. Half of the proceeds will go the local temples and charities!" Persuasion8
You catch the attention of a few of the tavern's clientele, some of which clearly recognise either you or your temporary band-mate. It's not your best performance by far, but it at least gets a few people clapping and singing along (especially those soaked more thoroughly in drink) and lightens the mood a bit. Your collection bucket isn't getting a lot of action but you hope the momentum will pick up before long.
Krentz struggles underneath Yarga's huge form and tries to escape, but fails.
Seeing only two threats at the moment, the others split their efforts against Pimrick and Yagra.
Pimrick: #4 pulls out his scimitar and takes a swing at you, landing a quick slash across your arm for 7 slashing damage.
#1 swings his crossbow over his shoulder and takes a shot, but it flies wide and sinks into a post behind you.
Guild #2 is stuck, so he also pulls out his crossbow and takes a shot at Yagra which glances across her arm close enough to draw blood and inflict 3 slashing damage. Still focused on Krentz she tries to feed him two shots to the face. She misses the first, slightly distracted by the crossbow bolt, but lands the second and you watch Krentz go limp as he falls unconscious. Yagra jumps up, quickly looks around and heads toward the first threat she sees. The relatively man looks wide-eyed as she gets up and charges towards him.
As she's running away Durnan calls out for help and points to Krentz laying on the floor. A couple of onlookers rush forward, pull him out of the fold and try to stabilize him.
Back to the top - Varis, you're up, Gargan on deck, then Cloudfur, Pimrick, Dori, Sariel.
Pimric and Dori reach the front of the crowd. On the ground in front of you, you see the tattooed man who started the assault, but things are not going well for him as a giant 7' tall half-orc has pinned him to the ground and is beating the tar out of him. Blood streams from various orifices on his face and you see a couple of his teeth lying on the ground. He's still barely conscious. Yagra looks like she hasn't even broken a sweat. Surrounding them are the 4 individuals Varis saw previously, looking ready to pounce, though somewhat hesitant looking at how well it's going for their boss. With her hand on his throat she yells back "Typical Xan - you fall so easily. The rest of you want a turn next?!". She pulls her fist back for another round and the others move towards her.
Initiative: (I'll roll these too speed things up, unless anyone disagrees)
Dori 10
Pimrick 13
Varis 4
Cloudfur 11
Sariel 15
Gargan 18
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
(Seems I can't paste an image in anymore, so no map this time. I'll get it figured out for next time).
Pimric and Dori are in the center of the crowd about 10' back from Yagra and the guild 'leader'. 4 guild members surround them to the north about 10' apart. Varis, Cloudfur and Gargan are at their table about 45' to the SE, and Sariel is sitting with Threestrings rocking out around the same distance to the SW.
Varis is up first. The crowd in between is difficult terrain, so half movement through there if you're going that way.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Got it. I didn't include other patrons, of which there are many.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
I am assuming this happens after other peoples actions
Pimrick notices that it looks like gang members were ganging up on the half-orc and immediately gets angry. The half-orc may not be a friend but Pimrick had seen her many times as a frequent patron of the Yawning Portal. seems like the half-orc has a handle on herself. He looks toward the west and see's a gang member preparing to attack so he rises above the crowd and flies over to the guild member and non-fatally slams his fist into the persons face. Using his Martial Arts he then non-fatally kicks the man in the shoulder.
Unarmed strike 1: Attack: 7 Damage: 6 bludgeoning
Unarmed strike 2: Attack: 8 Damage: 8 bludgeoning
edit: it doesn't look like the hit modifier of +6 was applied to either roll so the 2 would become an 8 and the 8 would become a 14
Varis gets about halfway through the crowd.
Gargan, Cloudfur, Pimric, Dori, Sariel next in that order. All the NPCs rolled low. Try to post in order - I check pretty frequently and will try to respond with the result quickly.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Gargan
Happy that there is nothing else going on around him during the distraction of the fight the jet black scaled Dragonborn turns back towards the brawl, adjusting his light grey robes a final time before moving after Varis. He approaches the crowd looking for a way through to Dori and as he does he quickly casts Message to speak with Dori, assuming that he would never be heard over the noise of the crowd. "Is this going to be like the brawl from three weeks ago? Should I make sure there is an escape route if it goes the same way?" he says, referring to another of the Goliath's "trials" that had resulted in most of the tavern turning against him after the son of the owner got involved in the challenge and promptly lost consciousness after a brief encounter with Dori’s fist.
You're right behind Varis.
Dori as you hear Gargan's voice in your head you raise your eyebrow and can feel free to respond.
Cloudfur up next.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Dori would make it through the crowd before hearing Gargan's voice. A feeling so familiar the Goliath doesn't bother looking one way or the other, focus remained forward on the brawl as he responds. "Not this time, friend. This looks like a good fight for Yagra. I feel bad for these gang members."
(Just responding as allowed. )
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DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Cloudfur
From atop the table, Cloudfur keeps an eye on the combatants and also the forms of Dori and Varis wading through the crowd towards Yagra.
"Hmm maybe I can be of some help here...." he mutters to no one in particular and starts to make a noise that sounds like the wind through the leaves as he casts entangle centered on Yagra and the other gang members looking to jump her.
STR save DC 12 or be restrained by vines (Yagra, the gang members, my companions - anyone who might be caught in the 20 foot cube of vines - sorry friends hehe)
Feeling very proud of himself with his decision he hops back and forth on his feet in excitement.....
Skameros - Bugbear Barbarian - Out of the Abyss - By Kerrec
Follow your Arrow where it Points - Tabaxi Monk - Baldur's Gate: Descent Into Avernus (by Pokepaladdy)
Citron Pumpkinfoam - Fairy Monk - Project Point: Team Longsword
The crowd starts to go silent as dozens of vines sprout up through the floor boards, working their way through the area and up the legs of those in it. One of the guild members (2) is overcome by the vines, but the other grunts manage to shake them off before they get too far. Yagra doesn't even notice.
Guild2 is restrained, Krentz, Yagra, 1 and 3 make their saves. Shaded area is now difficult terrain - half movement. Pimrick can still make it to guild4 if he makes the save.
Pimrick, Dori, Varis, Gargan make strength saving throws please.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
"Oops....hee hee" Cloudfur will look around sheepishly
Skameros - Bugbear Barbarian - Out of the Abyss - By Kerrec
Follow your Arrow where it Points - Tabaxi Monk - Baldur's Gate: Descent Into Avernus (by Pokepaladdy)
Citron Pumpkinfoam - Fairy Monk - Project Point: Team Longsword
strength saving throw: 10
Dori Strength Save: 8
Sorry for the error. Guild2 remains restrained - everyone else is good.
Pimrick charges into the nearest Xanathar lackey, jumps up and comes down with his fist in his face. He reels in pain but as you come up with your offhand he manages to get arm up to deflect it.
Dori, then Sariel.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Dori studied the scene for a moment longer before turning about and making his way over toward the bar with no regard to any spectators that might be in his way.(Just gonna use up all my movement if necessary) “This is not a challenge to get involved in.” The Goliath looking for Durnan at the bar, passing by guild3? On his way. “Durnan. Friend! Another drink!”
As you pass by the guildie he gives you a sidelong glance, noticing that you emerged from the crowd with Pimrick who has since jumped one of his comrades, he takes a swing at you with his scimitar but it glances off the side of your armour. He looks up (waaaay up) at you with perhaps a feeling of regret. You keep walking. Durnan yells "Aye happy to grease the wheels for ya in case things get worse!" and sends an ale sliding down the bar. He seems largely un-phased by the whole situation.
Bandit 3 fails an attack of opportunity. Sariel up, baddies on deck.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Sariel Phyll
Sariel grabs an empty container and moves up onto the table to the right. He stands on the table, places the container in front of him and says to the crowd, "Are you all ready for a show?!? If you wanna show your love for a brawl and your local tavern come and tip us while Threestrings and I play a tune for you all. Half of the proceeds will go the local temples and charities!" Persuasion 8
He signals Threestrings. "One, a two, a three..."
Sariel plays his viol. Performance 19
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Diangar Legna - Level 1 Aasimar Cleric (Tempest Domain)
Xerim Phimm - Level 1 Dragonborn Cleric (War Domain)
Sariel Phyll - Level 1 Wood Elf Cleric (Trickery Domain)
Geord Terran - Level 1 Earth Genasi Cleric (Nature Domain)
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Rafell Sylmith - Level 1 Pallid Elf (Twilight Domain)
You catch the attention of a few of the tavern's clientele, some of which clearly recognise either you or your temporary band-mate. It's not your best performance by far, but it at least gets a few people clapping and singing along (especially those soaked more thoroughly in drink) and lightens the mood a bit. Your collection bucket isn't getting a lot of action but you hope the momentum will pick up before long.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory
Krentz struggles underneath Yarga's huge form and tries to escape, but fails.
Seeing only two threats at the moment, the others split their efforts against Pimrick and Yagra.
Pimrick: #4 pulls out his scimitar and takes a swing at you, landing a quick slash across your arm for 7 slashing damage.
#1 swings his crossbow over his shoulder and takes a shot, but it flies wide and sinks into a post behind you.
Guild #2 is stuck, so he also pulls out his crossbow and takes a shot at Yagra which glances across her arm close enough to draw blood and inflict 3 slashing damage. Still focused on Krentz she tries to feed him two shots to the face. She misses the first, slightly distracted by the crossbow bolt, but lands the second and you watch Krentz go limp as he falls unconscious. Yagra jumps up, quickly looks around and heads toward the first threat she sees. The relatively man looks wide-eyed as she gets up and charges towards him.
As she's running away Durnan calls out for help and points to Krentz laying on the floor. A couple of onlookers rush forward, pull him out of the fold and try to stabilize him.
Back to the top - Varis, you're up, Gargan on deck, then Cloudfur, Pimrick, Dori, Sariel.
DM - Tanzier's Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Dhara - Tiefling Ranger, Grotto to Glory