Dragon of Icespire Peak - Campaign 2

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6

KD's bolt whips through the room and pierces the shoulder of Hamish's foe with a sickening thud.

Hal continues to defend Onu, successfully rending the wererat's leg. He'd prepared to swat at any attempt to bite the monk.

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6

Hamish's cry echoes through the room. In his declaration, he tolls a ghostly bell threatening it's target with cold undeath from the graves.

R5 ST vs DC13: 17

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6

Nova slinks up behind Hamish for cover, back to back holding her hands together in a peculiar manner. She pops out for a moment. "Pew pew!" She finger guns at the wererat before tucking herself back in position. "I've got your back Sir Ham!" The druid lets out a quick sharp whistle and the angelic unicorn dips it's head, nuzzling at Hamish's wounds. He feels a wave of comfort wash over him.

VS R5
Attack: Frostbite Con DC13 or take 6

On Hamish
Healing Word w/ unicorn spirit boost: 8

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6

Concentrating on the shimmering shield of faith, Fae relies on instincts to continue to pepper foes with flame.

VS R6
Attack: Attack: 17 Damage: 5

The wererat manages to avoid Hamish's beastly toll! Does he manage to fend off Nova's brain freeze as well?

(VS Nova's attack)
R5 ST vs DC13: 20

Meanwhile Fae's bolt strikes the other wererat with full force of her fire.

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6(s)

Proving to be rather hearty, the fifth wererat holds his ground. Baring his teeth, he chatters and twitches. "One of us... ONE OF US!" And he launches himself at Hamish once again. He tries to claw at Nova and chomp at the cleric.

R5 VS Nova
Attack 1: 9 Damage: 4 
R5 VS Hamish
Attack 2 (bite): 7 Damage: 5 On Hit: DC 11 Constitution saving throw or be infected with the curse (N/A for Hamish)

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6(s)

Without flinching from it's wounds, the other ratperson presses forward. At it's companions declaration, they attempt to tear into Onu.

R6 VS Onu
Attack 1: 16 Damage: 8 
Attack 2 (bite): 17 Damage: 4 On Hit: DC 11 Constitution saving throw or be infected with the curse

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6(s)

Roll Call: Everyone!

Onu is a blur, fending off the incoming attacks and turning his parries into punches.

Attack: 23 Damage: 8
Bonus Attack: 12 Damage: 5

Hamish, sobbing, chokes out the verbal components for Toll the Dead at the wererat near him.  Wis 13 or 7 damage

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 | R6(s)

The blur that is Onu parries the attacks against him, using his momentum to push back. In swift return blows, the monk ends the wererat at his feet.

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 

Hamish’s blubbering calls forth another deathly toll that rings upon the room.

R5 ST VS DC13: 3 

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 
(@RK I didn’t really understand your question in your previous post. The FF targets were in the first group (non R5 and R6) and they’ve since perished. R5 and R6 came running in after all the commotion. Essentially instead of sending you all throughout to search for all the wererats I had them all come to the group to help move things along. I hope that helps.)

Roll call: KD! Then Nova and Fae if foes remain.

(Yes was trying for alliteration but was just confirming that indeed the wererats which failed their FF saves had already fallen, and thus no one gets attacked with advantage... I think we're on the same page.)

KD and Hal repeat their defenses and attacks!

Crossbow Attack: 20 Damage: 10

Rend Attack: 6 Damage: 4

A whimpering yip of pain rings out from Nova.

The wererat is proving he’s the one to beat. Not only did he avoid Nova’s brainfreezing, he’s now expertly pushed through Hamish’s death toll a second time. This wererat was the last one standing, and putting up a good fight to boot.

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5

KD’s crossbolt fires off into the darkness of the hallway. However, Hal manages to sink his teeth into flesh, rending his target.

Only sporting two wounds, the wererat holds his ground, fully preparing to launch another attack. He felt the sweet tender flesh of the healer woman hiding behind the cleric. Now maybe he could get the chance to taste it.

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5

Nova pushes passed her injury. She peeks out and sticks her tongue out at the wererat. “Pfffftt!”

VS R5
Attack: Frostbite Con DC13 or take 4

R5 ST VS DC13: 17 

Falling into rhythm, Fae follows up Nova’s icy attack by launching another fire bolt.

VS R5
Attack: 23 Damage: 2 

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5(s)

Fae’s bolt misses while Nova manages to pause the wererat long enough with some brain freeze. Though, it doesn’t stop him from trying to press his attack! He tries to swipe around Hamish to grab hold of the druid and bite down into flesh.

On Nova
Claw (D/A due to Frostbite effect): 7 Damage: 7 
Attack 2 (bite) (D/A due to Hal’s reaction): 11 Damage: 3 On Hit: DC 11 Constitution saving throw or be infected with the curse 

Initiative
O | KD | N | H | F | R5 

Roll Call: Everyone!

'This is it friends, finish them!'

Attack: 22 Damage: 6
Bonus Attack: 6 Damage: 6

KD growls at herself, blows a strand of hair out of her eyes, and reloads her bolt-thrower. She pauses and fires again, mumbling angrily at herself. Hal goes in again to bring down the wererat!

Crossbow Attack: 14 Damage: 6

Rend Attack: 21 Damage: 4

Onu’s first attack lands while his next one misses wildly. He is quickly backed up by KD’s determination, finally piercing her target successfully with a bolt. It’s Hal though who comes in for the kill. Launching himself, he latches on and tears down the final wererat. In one final agonizing screech the cave finally falls silent. All of you stand over various bloodied and limp wererat bodies.

Onu stands there panting and bleeding for a moment before collecting himself.  He carefully wipes the beautifully craft blade on the corpse at his feet, marveling at how the steel simply refuses to stay dirty or hold a stain.  It's a remarkable piece of craftsmanship.  He steals a glance at KD, the architect of this marvel and smiles before seeing Hamish swaying on his feet.

'There, there old man, you did marvelous, just marvelous!  Why don't you step over here' the monk takes the cursed cleric by the elbow moving him gingerly towards the closest wall to prop him up before the sight of the gore makes the excitable creature pass out.

Hamish was indeed wobbly after the battle with the wererats.  His arm was bleeding profusely and skin and muscle hung like a torn sail flapping in a gale. Hamish spoke in a halting, winded voice punctuated by winces and small yelps of pain he tried to hide.  "I - I can have us feeling better in about 10 minutes. Oww.  We just all need to s-stay near."

Hamish casts prayer of healing - everyone receives 7 HP

After the healing takes hold, Hamish again speaks to the group.  His voice is still shaky but he is only crying a little, "I don't know how you all do it.  As I've said before, I'd gladly give my life for any of you but I can't stand the pain.  It scares me.  I wanted to run away.  The only thing that kept me this time was the idea of one of you also being cursed.  I'm so sorry." 

'You did marvelous, absolutely marvelous!' settling down onto the floor and pulling out a small sewing kit the half-elf begins meticulously repairing his finely tailored jacket and trousers.  The much-needed healing energy washes over him, binding his wounds just as he closes the worst tears in his clothing.

Lowering his voice and dropping the performative persona of the Third Son of the Duke of wherever Onu responds to the brave little cleric. 'Ahh, you've hit on the secret of it then.  The pain and fear..... well they never go away.  It's just that the love of those you fight with or for, well it's more than enough to keep your face turned towards those that want to hurt them.  That's it.  That's what they call heroism.'

KD almost drops to the ground but instead springs forward and grabs Hal's hand, and Onu's, and just quietly processes that they are still standing. She casts mending on Hal but then stops, amazed that he is relatively unscathed. She touches his head in a silent "you did so good" and then he perks up and chitters, pointing at the far door. She nods, and he darts off to keep watch and to ensure they have no more surprises.

She offers to heal anyone who needs it, and asks if the group needs a rest. She offers to go watch with Hal, and eventually investigates the bodies and the room.

Investigation: 16

Hamish’s healing prayer is met with added radiance. As he speaks his words there’s an underlining harmony that echoes through the room.

(Spirit totem boost: +6 healing on top of Hamish’s healing prayer for everyone.)

Nova giggles. The unicorn spirit is nuzzling her, causing the druid to react with ticklish glee. “Thank you!” She purrs and pets the spirit before sending it off with a wave. Then with a fresh breeze, like a refreshened breath passing through the space, the spectral unicorn trickles out of sight. 

Soon after Onu would also feel the fading of Fae’s magic as she reaches her limit in maintaining the protective aura that blanketed him. She’d feel around behind her before taking a seat. And it wasn’t until then that she’d remove her hood.

While the group takes a quick breather, KD and Hal set out their investigations. The mechanical defender zips about, testing the boundaries of the cave and the artificer inspects the bodies. It appears the wererats themselves 

However, she does uncover two sacks hidden under some debris nearby. One sack contains ten fist-sized chunks of gold ore and the other holds 82 sp, 450 cp, and a pair of unique goggles. Sharp pointed details and quality crafted material made up the mask. It had deep teal lenses. Together the design elements made it resemble owl-like features.

Eventually Hal returns, excitedly able to announce that he managed to find the entrance to the mine nearby. It appears they have succeeded in clearing out a path through the mine and rid it of the wererats that had invaded the place. 

KD’s fingers flutter when she finds the gold and coin and mask/goggles. She looks to Onu. Then Hal. Then she shuts her eyes hard and looks to their mine owner friend. She hands it over to him. 

How is Hamish looking? 

Hamish lets out a deep relieved breath.  "Wow, I feel much better.  Maybe if I think about how quickly I can feel better, I won't be so afraid of getting hurt.  I don't know if I can do it but I'll try.  Thank you everyone.  I truly appreciate your support and friendship."  He stands up straight with his shoulders back and head up.  "Now, what's left for us to do here?  I want to make sure that there are no more of those creatures."

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While the group takes a quick breather, KD and Hal set out their investigations. The mechanical defender zips about, testing the boundaries of the cave and the artificer inspects the bodies. It appears the wererats themselves

 (Whoops... lol Obviously been a long week, sorry... Thank you @rkmobius for pointing out.)

It appears the wererats themselves weren't holding anything of much value besides their weapons. Though, after a second glance KD swears she sees a glint at a certain angle at the ankle of one of the deceased. Choosing to be brave, she removes a boot from a ripe bloodied foot. Two transparent blue gems tumble out.

(A little bonus for everyone's great RP and patience :) )

The miners had huddled in the doorway the group came in from, watching their exchanges in awed silence. Familiar eyes stare at all of you all in amazement and respect. Those with hats would remove them, dipping their heads to the group in thanks. A familiar large dwarf steps forward through his breathren's gathering to address KD's offering. "Keep it. Fer ya an' yer companions." He states in his deep baritone voice.

A low protesting grumble is heard from the tall man in the back. He adjusts his hat.

"Aye', I didn't see ye jumping in." The dwarf side eyes Don Jon, cutting short any complaints. Returning his eyes to KD, he reaches out to close her fingers around the recovered treasures. The miners large, strong calloused hands hold hers a moment with surprising gentleness. He then gives a soft pat of her hands. "On behalf o' the miners 'ere, we insist. Please accept everyt'ing ye find as our t'anks. We're in yer debt." The man dips his head in honourable appreciation. "Should ye ever find yerselves in need o' labour, gems, ore, or teh like, we always be willing to assist yeh how we can."

Dusk falls further as the miners prepare to haul the bodies outside while the group rests and continues their discussions. Nova slinks around sniffing at things, eventually settling at Fae's feet, laying her head down on her lap to nap. It didn't take long for the druid to doze off, soft snoring being given away by the occasional nose whistle. Glancing up from petting Nova's hair, Fae breaks her silence, speaking softly as to not disturb the young druids rest. "Take care to not graze yourselves on their teeth." She cautions those carrying the corpses before adding, "And we'll burn the bodies."

The miners pause, exchanging a serious glance with the wizard. They nod affirmations, taking all extra precautions as they continue their task, lifting and carrying the wererat bodies out of their living space.

At Hamish's mention of wanting to make sure there were no more creatures, Hal remembers the entrance he tried to climb up out back but didn't quite make it. Come to think of it, it did feel like something was watching them. Something else in the north east corner of the mine. Not a rat or a wererat though. The defender is confident the wererats have been dispatched.

Watching Hal's interaction with Hamish KD takes the moment to give him a fair once over without invading his space. Between his healing and Nova's totem spirit the cleric's flesh wounds are fully mended. However, she can't help but notice his body hair. Was it that thick and visible before? Glancing up, KD's eyes meet Fae's violet. The artificer isn't the only one who's noticed. Fae reaches out a scarred hand to the artificer motioning for her to join her and offers to identify the goggles for her if she'd like.

Dusk fades into twilight as the bodies are all piled outside the mine.

Short Rest
(Hit that Short Rest Button. Please feel free to continue to RP through the rest. Below are just some house keeping items and notes:)

Cursed 'Child'
(Progression Response)

Constitution Saving Throw!

Roll Call: Hamish

Group Findings
10 x Gold - fist sized gold chunks (10g each)
2 x Blue Quartz - transparent pale blue gems (10g each)
1 x Goggles of Night 

Coin
82 sp 450 cp

XP granted
(Must be applied yourselves)

900 xp EACH Player

Roll Call: Everyone!
**To bring everyone to an equal playing field, please adjust total XP accordingly should it be required. Player total XP should be 2518.**