The centaur releases the star lancer and stumbles in an awkward landing to join the others across the magma river, turning with them to look as Porkins returns for Rum... but she stops mid-turn seeing the glow of the lightsaber. Stasolya has never seen Vader, but she has heard tales, and the ravages of his orcs are no mystery to her.
As Rum joins them and hands her a potion, she nods cautiously. "I have never borne a rider in flight... we shall hope if they have well to hold on." She smiles at Jek and Violet, and takes a swig of the potion. She feels her lower back begin to tingle, and as she chugs the rest of the potion, two feathered wings of the same mottled, thoughtful sea gray that the rest of her skin and coat is sprout suddenly from her equine shoulders.
Stasolya grimaces in discomfort. This is new magic."How long until this wears off, friend Rum?" she asks, before he departs, even as she ushers Jek and Violet onto her back between the voluminous wings.
Rum turns invisible as Stasolya asks her question about the potion, but out of thin air comes the reply, "I was told an hour, friend Stasolya. And you should be able to hover too".
Greko hovers above the ground being carried by his air elemental, Mike. Everyone else has taken to the skies above him. He keeps his wits about him looking for Vader, Kaede and Rum
The scene set before the converging Ardent Remnants is...dire.
In the backdrop is Godzilla and the Tarrasque. The Apex Predator has subdued the Tarrasque, with the weaker of the two beasts down on the ground near the rubble of the barracks as Godzilla leans in, it's powerful jaws closing on the Tarrasque's throat as it gurgles its attempt at a death wale.
Around them is a combination of Stormtroopers gawking or fleeing for their lives.
And then there is the skirmish between Rum, Lady Kaede, and the black clad warrior, Lord Vader.
Lady Kaede is on the ground, with the approaching combatants having just enough time to see her discarded like a wadded piece of paper from a suspending movement that Greko and Jek have seen before. To her defense is Rum, who is able to hit Lord Vader a couple of times...but appears to be mostly ineffective against the foremost warrior of Hyboria. The Sith doesn't attack Rum as he steps away, dodging attacks as he goes, most of the swift Tabaxi's attacks whiffing nothing but air.
With a flair of his hand he draws a line in the dust, casting up a wall of dirt between him and the Ardent Remnants for a second as he regains his ground and twirls his lightsaber.
"Ahhh....there they are." He says, his deep, menacing voice echoing in his helmet between rasping breaths. "How fortunate that I found them before I killed the Samurai and her pet cat. Greko the White and Jek Utinni, I have been waiting for this moment. I am glad that your friends will see you die before I kill them."
The Sith Lord rolls his shoulders, his black armor creaking and the fur lined cape clasped around his neck rising and falling.
"Your world is lost." He continues, starting forward again, his saber clutched in one hand, angled toward the ground. "Everything my Master has worked for has come to fruition. For the rest of you, I will extend the only modicum of mercy I have. If you are gone by the time I am done with the old lizard and the Lightless, I will not hunt you. As for Greko and Jek..."
Seeing the terrifying warrior trying to murder her friends, Violet decides to act quickly, praying to whatever god or eldritch horror she can think of that this will stop him!
Violet casts mind sliver on him, dealing 8 psychic damage on a failed DC 19 Int save and forcing him to subtract 1d4 from his next save...
She follows up immediately with a Quickened tasha's mind whip, dealing 13 psychic damage on a failed DC 19 Int save and forcing him to choose between a movement, an action, or a bonus action on his next turn.
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"Your master? So you are the pet. I get it now, the irony when one names a simple pet with a grand name. Here Lord Vader, here boy!", Rum calls out with a loud chuckle.
He keeps Porkins flying in a tight circle above Vader, slightly rotated so he has good sight of their adversary
Greko lands with Mike just in time for Vader's BBEG monologue. Greko moves around trying to keep Vader's focus on them and not his companions. Not to be outdone, he delivers a little speech of his own "Hmm as Greko suspected...nice to see you too Vader. Greko sees you recovered well from having a cave dropped on your head. Greko must say seeing you is not surprising, but perhaps you could answer a question before Greko's death....You see Greko can't figure out why you are working for anyone....Yes, Yes, Greko's is aware there are 2, a Sith lord and their apprentice, but as far as Greko can tell you are the only sith....Who is more powerful than you that you are afraid of? Perhaps a deal can be struck here?" Greko talks to give the Remnants an opportunity to flee or prepare to fight but as he finishes he sees the newcomer strike out at Vader "Well then....Greko supposes talks are off....Younglings" And with that Greko drops his old moss covered robe revealing an all white druidic wizard's garb
Seeing the grim specter of Vader's glowing sword and black armor, Stasolya angles her new feathered wings down to join Rum's circling on Porkins, with Jek and Violet still clinging tightly to her. As she flies, she raises her voice in song.
"While titans rage before us now Hyboria's balance in tide's tow You show your face behind a mask And crow defeat of Light's pure task.
Twisted and darkened Force finds well Under the tree of Malenia's spell She broke all free and leads with grace Won't you follow her lead, O harbringer of hate?"
"Have you ever wondered what the greatest power in the universe is?" Lord Vader says as he continues to approach, ignoring Rum's attempt at a verbal jab. "Have you ever considered how you would seize that power if you needed it? Do you have any concept of what can push someone that far? I do, and I will be done when I say I am done, no matter the cost, no matter who I must serve to get there."
He pauses, his free hand coming up, holding the side of his helmet for a moment as Violet unleashes her assault. his hand slowly clenches into a fist as he visibly struggles...and then he is free to move forward again.
"A quaint little attempt." The Sith Lord says, mocking Violet, and refocusing his gaze on Greko as the old lizard pontificates. He stops, looking from Greko, to Violet, then back to Greko. "Why? Because, old fool; Ganon has the power that I need. And the stronger he gets, the stronger I get. I cannot bridge the gaps between worlds, but he can. And as he breaks the bonds of reality around Hyboria, and I siphon off his strength, I get one step closer to saving her. She is all that matters to me. Not this world. Not the power. Her. All this..."
He squeezes his fist, and the force visibly ripples the air around him.
"All of this is simply a means to an end."
And then Lady Kaede is at him, her lightsaber rising, falling, her wakizashi slashing at him with a vigor and fury seldom matched. The young Samurai moves with all the grace and power of a lapping sea; unavoidable, irresistible, unflinching. She pivots, the katana coming back around, aimed at the warrior's neck...and then the lightsaber intercepts it. There is an explosion of sparks as Vader snarls, loud enough to reverberate in his helmet as he meets Lady Kaede's defiant stare.
"A means....to an end!" He reiterates.
His lightsaber arcs, traveling the length of the katana until he slices into Lady Kaede's arm, before slashing her chest with his dread weapon. He wheels, taking a step back, the hilt of his weapon in both hands as he takes a defensive stance...
Post Order
Lord Vader Greko the White Lady Kaede Rumble of Hunger Porkins Balthor Violet Jek Utinni Stasolya
It is Greko the White's turn, followed by Lady Kaede!
Greko, with Air Mike following, continues to circle around moving backwards away from Vader as Vader slowly approaches. Greko also has his staff and shield up ready for Vader and the force, holding his action along with Air Mike. "The greatest power you say? Isn't it what you refer to as the force? Greko knows it as something different but it is the energy that swirls around us all connecting us all. Trinkets that Ganon is collecting to open a portal can be done other ways....Perhaps Greko could help you get to where you need to get without being a pawn in Ganon's game and then you could save she who you miss the most.....There is no one way of doing things....Perhaps all you need is someone who can send you to a different plane of existence....What say you Vader? Will you continue to be a pawn in Ganon's game or seize your destiny and save the one you miss?"
Bleeding profusely from most every portion of her body, Lady Kaede shuffles off Vaders devastating attack by maniacally laughing while spitting out a large mouthful of blood. “Spare me your platitudes of power, Lord Vader. Honour may not win power, but it wins respect. And respect earns power. Today is victory over yourself of yesterday; tomorrow is your victory over lesser men. A warrior is worthless unless he rises above others and stands strong in the midst of a storm!” she spouts out whilst laying into another attack:
"You know nothing!" Vader says as he flashes his lightsaber, parrying and blocking Lady Kaede's attack as Greko tries to talk him down. The weapon twirls with a skill and grace that is simply unmatched. "When the only tool you have ever been given is a hammer..."
The lightsaber spins in one hand as he begins to move toward Greko, seeming not to care as Lady Kaede breaks contact and moves to a safe distance...
"...then every problem is a nail."
He wings his lightsaber at Greko like a boomerang, letting it rake the old lizard before he quickly recalls it to his hand.
"Don't speak to me about respect, child." Lord Vader says to Kaede without looking at her. "I find that fear is a better motivator."
Post Order
Lord Vader Greko the White Lady Kaede Rumble of Hunger Porkins Balthor Violet Jek Utinni Stasolya
It is Rum's turn, followed by Porkins and Balthor!
Rum circles above Vader and watches Lady Kaede strike out viciously to very little effect. It seemed they were out matched, but that does not mean giving up. Greko had also proved trying the diplomatic approach was not on an option, after all.
So flee or stand and fight? He looks about to his allies of the Ardent Remnants, hoping that even if he and Lady Kaede could not best Vader in martial conflict, perhaps they had some magic up their sleeves. And so quick as a flash the decision is made to continue to try and distract Vader if nothing else.
"Don't turn your back on me, Lord Vader", he shouts scornfully.
Once again he grips Porkins with his knees and sends his fists flying towards his foe, trying to catch him off guard and hopefully disrupt his Ki. He stirkes out once, twice, three times, the inky tendrils flying from his fists towards Vader each time.
On the last attack, he pushes Vader 5 feet away from himself but not towards Greko, showing his foe he has the power to move effect him.
Porkins and Balthor continue to try and avoid anything Vader throws at them, Porkins staying within 15 feet of Vader and Balthor moving closer to Lady Kaede.
Rum Action: Attack: Unarmed Strike 1 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul): 7+11=18 Unarmed Strike 2 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul): 18+11=29, Damage: 1+8+1 = 10 [magical bludgeoning], 6 [force] - (Spends 1 Ki point - Stunning Strike - DC 19 Con save or be stunned) Bonus Action: Unarmed Strike 3 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul):16+11=27, Damage: 1+8+3 = 12 [magical bludgeoning], 4 [force] - need to wait to see if already stunned - Uses Crusher feat to push 5 ft away from him Defense: Until he takes damage any attacks are at disadvantage against him Reaction: He does have reactions, will post again if applicable Special: Concentration: Favoured Foe - round 3/10 Special: Eldritch Maul - round 3/10
Porkins and Balthor Action: Dodge Porkins Movement: Moves back to within 15 feet of Vader after Rum pushed him Balthor Movement: Heading over to Lady Kaede
Vader leans away from Rum's first strike, only to be hit hard with the second. He staggers, momentarily disillusioned...before shaking his head and returning his attention to Rum long enough for the Tabaxi to hit him again. This time he seems less effected, even as he stumbles back five feet.
"I am impressed by all of you." He says, giving his lightsaber a twirl. "But it does nothing to change the outcome. It..."
There is no resisting Godzilla, though. Not like he had resisted Rum. The cavern shakes as the King of the Monsters leans back, the Tarrasque's blood smeared on its maw as it roars triumphantly, loud enough to shake the cavern, to shake the whole of Hyboria. The ceiling overhead cracks and crackles from the vibration as a combination of the roaring and the shaking from the Blast Bellows before and Godzilla's having bore a hole in the crust of the world all start to take their toll. Even more water begins to rush in like a waterfall as the Subhylian Sea begins to swell. All of the Stormtroopers are now fleeing, heading for the high ground of the subteranean mountains around them.
It doesn't take in depth analysis for anyone on the battlefield to know that there was no escape from the cavern. Not away from the sea, anyway. The only way out...would be up.
"This changes nothing!" Lord Vader says, apparently not ready to quit the fight.
Post Order
Lord Vader Greko the White Lady Kaede Rumble of Hunger Porkins Balthor Violet Jek Utinni Stasolya
It is Greko's held action / reaction time, then Violet is up!
Greko uses his reaction to call upon the Cosmos for an ill omen for Vader but Greko is ubale to see the Cosmos (-1 from save roll). He sends Mike in to flank Vader with Rum and halt Vader in his tracks
Greko hurls a GuidingBolt at Vader(Hit 22 Dam 16) Advantage to Mike
Slam attack 1: Attack: 25 hit 11 dam Slam attack 2: Attack: 24 hit 15 dam
Mike buffets Vader before he can do much about it. The Sith, however, seems distracted...until the first of Violet's Eldritch Blasts burst across his armor. He has time to look at her before getting hit hard by the second attack.
"Join me." Lord Vader says, turning his attention to Lady Kaede. "You have seen my power. It can be yours as well. Learn the ways of the Force and be unstoppable..."
He offers Lady Kaede a hand...
Post Order
Lord Vader Greko the White Lady Kaede Rumble of Hunger Porkins Balthor Violet Jek Utinni Stasolya
The centaur releases the star lancer and stumbles in an awkward landing to join the others across the magma river, turning with them to look as Porkins returns for Rum... but she stops mid-turn seeing the glow of the lightsaber. Stasolya has never seen Vader, but she has heard tales, and the ravages of his orcs are no mystery to her.
As Rum joins them and hands her a potion, she nods cautiously. "I have never borne a rider in flight... we shall hope if they have well to hold on." She smiles at Jek and Violet, and takes a swig of the potion. She feels her lower back begin to tingle, and as she chugs the rest of the potion, two feathered wings of the same mottled, thoughtful sea gray that the rest of her skin and coat is sprout suddenly from her equine shoulders.
Stasolya grimaces in discomfort. This is new magic. "How long until this wears off, friend Rum?" she asks, before he departs, even as she ushers Jek and Violet onto her back between the voluminous wings.
Rum turns invisible as Stasolya asks her question about the potion, but out of thin air comes the reply, "I was told an hour, friend Stasolya. And you should be able to hover too".
As Rum disappears on Porkins, Stasolya is able to take flight with Jek and Violet in tow, and Greko's air elemental sweeps him up to follow...
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"Jek.. what's happening?" the beholderkin asks, clearly terrified at this point. "What happened to Lady Kaede? What are we flying into?"
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Greko hovers above the ground being carried by his air elemental, Mike. Everyone else has taken to the skies above him. He keeps his wits about him looking for Vader, Kaede and Rum
The scene set before the converging Ardent Remnants is...dire.
In the backdrop is Godzilla and the Tarrasque. The Apex Predator has subdued the Tarrasque, with the weaker of the two beasts down on the ground near the rubble of the barracks as Godzilla leans in, it's powerful jaws closing on the Tarrasque's throat as it gurgles its attempt at a death wale.
Around them is a combination of Stormtroopers gawking or fleeing for their lives.
And then there is the skirmish between Rum, Lady Kaede, and the black clad warrior, Lord Vader.
Lady Kaede is on the ground, with the approaching combatants having just enough time to see her discarded like a wadded piece of paper from a suspending movement that Greko and Jek have seen before. To her defense is Rum, who is able to hit Lord Vader a couple of times...but appears to be mostly ineffective against the foremost warrior of Hyboria. The Sith doesn't attack Rum as he steps away, dodging attacks as he goes, most of the swift Tabaxi's attacks whiffing nothing but air.
With a flair of his hand he draws a line in the dust, casting up a wall of dirt between him and the Ardent Remnants for a second as he regains his ground and twirls his lightsaber.
"Ahhh....there they are." He says, his deep, menacing voice echoing in his helmet between rasping breaths. "How fortunate that I found them before I killed the Samurai and her pet cat. Greko the White and Jek Utinni, I have been waiting for this moment. I am glad that your friends will see you die before I kill them."
The Sith Lord rolls his shoulders, his black armor creaking and the fur lined cape clasped around his neck rising and falling.
"Your world is lost." He continues, starting forward again, his saber clutched in one hand, angled toward the ground. "Everything my Master has worked for has come to fruition. For the rest of you, I will extend the only modicum of mercy I have. If you are gone by the time I am done with the old lizard and the Lightless, I will not hunt you. As for Greko and Jek..."
Lord Vader extends his hand toward Greko...
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Seeing the terrifying warrior trying to murder her friends, Violet decides to act quickly, praying to whatever god or eldritch horror she can think of that this will stop him!
Violet casts mind sliver on him, dealing 8 psychic damage on a failed DC 19 Int save and forcing him to subtract 1d4 from his next save...
She follows up immediately with a Quickened tasha's mind whip, dealing 13 psychic damage on a failed DC 19 Int save and forcing him to choose between a movement, an action, or a bonus action on his next turn.
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"Your master? So you are the pet. I get it now, the irony when one names a simple pet with a grand name. Here Lord Vader, here boy!", Rum calls out with a loud chuckle.
He keeps Porkins flying in a tight circle above Vader, slightly rotated so he has good sight of their adversary
Greko lands with Mike just in time for Vader's BBEG monologue. Greko moves around trying to keep Vader's focus on them and not his companions. Not to be outdone, he delivers a little speech of his own "Hmm as Greko suspected...nice to see you too Vader. Greko sees you recovered well from having a cave dropped on your head. Greko must say seeing you is not surprising, but perhaps you could answer a question before Greko's death....You see Greko can't figure out why you are working for anyone....Yes, Yes, Greko's is aware there are 2, a Sith lord and their apprentice, but as far as Greko can tell you are the only sith....Who is more powerful than you that you are afraid of? Perhaps a deal can be struck here?" Greko talks to give the Remnants an opportunity to flee or prepare to fight but as he finishes he sees the newcomer strike out at Vader "Well then....Greko supposes talks are off....Younglings" And with that Greko drops his old moss covered robe revealing an all white druidic wizard's garb
Seeing the grim specter of Vader's glowing sword and black armor, Stasolya angles her new feathered wings down to join Rum's circling on Porkins, with Jek and Violet still clinging tightly to her. As she flies, she raises her voice in song.
"While titans rage before us now
Hyboria's balance in tide's tow
You show your face behind a mask
And crow defeat of Light's pure task.
Twisted and darkened Force finds well
Under the tree of Malenia's spell
She broke all free and leads with grace
Won't you follow her lead, O harbringer of hate?"
"Have you ever wondered what the greatest power in the universe is?" Lord Vader says as he continues to approach, ignoring Rum's attempt at a verbal jab. "Have you ever considered how you would seize that power if you needed it? Do you have any concept of what can push someone that far? I do, and I will be done when I say I am done, no matter the cost, no matter who I must serve to get there."
He pauses, his free hand coming up, holding the side of his helmet for a moment as Violet unleashes her assault. his hand slowly clenches into a fist as he visibly struggles...and then he is free to move forward again.
"A quaint little attempt." The Sith Lord says, mocking Violet, and refocusing his gaze on Greko as the old lizard pontificates. He stops, looking from Greko, to Violet, then back to Greko. "Why? Because, old fool; Ganon has the power that I need. And the stronger he gets, the stronger I get. I cannot bridge the gaps between worlds, but he can. And as he breaks the bonds of reality around Hyboria, and I siphon off his strength, I get one step closer to saving her. She is all that matters to me. Not this world. Not the power. Her. All this..."
He squeezes his fist, and the force visibly ripples the air around him.
"All of this is simply a means to an end."
And then Lady Kaede is at him, her lightsaber rising, falling, her wakizashi slashing at him with a vigor and fury seldom matched. The young Samurai moves with all the grace and power of a lapping sea; unavoidable, irresistible, unflinching. She pivots, the katana coming back around, aimed at the warrior's neck...and then the lightsaber intercepts it. There is an explosion of sparks as Vader snarls, loud enough to reverberate in his helmet as he meets Lady Kaede's defiant stare.
"A means....to an end!" He reiterates.
His lightsaber arcs, traveling the length of the katana until he slices into Lady Kaede's arm, before slashing her chest with his dread weapon. He wheels, taking a step back, the hilt of his weapon in both hands as he takes a defensive stance...
Post Order
Lord Vader
Greko the White
Lady Kaede
Rumble of Hunger
Porkins
Balthor
Violet
Jek Utinni
Stasolya
It is Greko the White's turn, followed by Lady Kaede!
DM of AURYN: The Measure of Devotion - Escape from New York
Greko, with Air Mike following, continues to circle around moving backwards away from Vader as Vader slowly approaches. Greko also has his staff and shield up ready for Vader and the force, holding his action along with Air Mike. "The greatest power you say? Isn't it what you refer to as the force? Greko knows it as something different but it is the energy that swirls around us all connecting us all. Trinkets that Ganon is collecting to open a portal can be done other ways....Perhaps Greko could help you get to where you need to get without being a pawn in Ganon's game and then you could save she who you miss the most.....There is no one way of doing things....Perhaps all you need is someone who can send you to a different plane of existence....What say you Vader? Will you continue to be a pawn in Ganon's game or seize your destiny and save the one you miss?"
Bleeding profusely from most every portion of her body, Lady Kaede shuffles off Vaders devastating attack by maniacally laughing while spitting out a large mouthful of blood. “Spare me your platitudes of power, Lord Vader. Honour may not win power, but it wins respect. And respect earns power. Today is victory over yourself of yesterday; tomorrow is your victory over lesser men. A warrior is worthless unless he rises above others and stands strong in the midst of a storm!” she spouts out whilst laying into another attack:
Katana Attack #1: To hit 21, Damage 8
Wakizashi Attack #1: To hit 14, Damage 7
Katana Attack #2: To hit 23, Damage 14
(attack rolls posted in Discord)
Lady Kaede then moves off 30 feet to the north.
Last to know and first to be blamed...
As a free action, can I regret my life choices?
"You know nothing!" Vader says as he flashes his lightsaber, parrying and blocking Lady Kaede's attack as Greko tries to talk him down. The weapon twirls with a skill and grace that is simply unmatched. "When the only tool you have ever been given is a hammer..."
The lightsaber spins in one hand as he begins to move toward Greko, seeming not to care as Lady Kaede breaks contact and moves to a safe distance...
"...then every problem is a nail."
He wings his lightsaber at Greko like a boomerang, letting it rake the old lizard before he quickly recalls it to his hand.
"Don't speak to me about respect, child." Lord Vader says to Kaede without looking at her. "I find that fear is a better motivator."
Post Order
Lord Vader
Greko the White
Lady Kaede
Rumble of Hunger
Porkins
Balthor
Violet
Jek Utinni
Stasolya
It is Rum's turn, followed by Porkins and Balthor!
DM of AURYN: The Measure of Devotion - Escape from New York
Rum circles above Vader and watches Lady Kaede strike out viciously to very little effect. It seemed they were out matched, but that does not mean giving up. Greko had also proved trying the diplomatic approach was not on an option, after all.
So flee or stand and fight? He looks about to his allies of the Ardent Remnants, hoping that even if he and Lady Kaede could not best Vader in martial conflict, perhaps they had some magic up their sleeves. And so quick as a flash the decision is made to continue to try and distract Vader if nothing else.
"Don't turn your back on me, Lord Vader", he shouts scornfully.
Once again he grips Porkins with his knees and sends his fists flying towards his foe, trying to catch him off guard and hopefully disrupt his Ki. He stirkes out once, twice, three times, the inky tendrils flying from his fists towards Vader each time.
On the last attack, he pushes Vader 5 feet away from himself but not towards Greko, showing his foe he has the power to move effect him.
Porkins and Balthor continue to try and avoid anything Vader throws at them, Porkins staying within 15 feet of Vader and Balthor moving closer to Lady Kaede.
Rum
Action: Attack:
Unarmed Strike 1 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul): 7+11=18
Unarmed Strike 2 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul): 18+11=29, Damage: 1+8+1 = 10 [magical bludgeoning], 6 [force] - (Spends 1 Ki point - Stunning Strike - DC 19 Con save or be stunned)
Bonus Action: Unarmed Strike 3 (with favoured foe and eldritch maul):16+11=27, Damage: 1+8+3 = 12 [magical bludgeoning], 4 [force] - need to wait to see if already stunned - Uses Crusher feat to push 5 ft away from him
Defense: Until he takes damage any attacks are at disadvantage against him
Reaction: He does have reactions, will post again if applicable
Special: Concentration: Favoured Foe - round 3/10
Special: Eldritch Maul - round 3/10
Porkins and Balthor
Action: Dodge
Porkins Movement: Moves back to within 15 feet of Vader after Rum pushed him
Balthor Movement: Heading over to Lady Kaede
Vader leans away from Rum's first strike, only to be hit hard with the second. He staggers, momentarily disillusioned...before shaking his head and returning his attention to Rum long enough for the Tabaxi to hit him again. This time he seems less effected, even as he stumbles back five feet.
"I am impressed by all of you." He says, giving his lightsaber a twirl. "But it does nothing to change the outcome. It..."
There is no resisting Godzilla, though. Not like he had resisted Rum. The cavern shakes as the King of the Monsters leans back, the Tarrasque's blood smeared on its maw as it roars triumphantly, loud enough to shake the cavern, to shake the whole of Hyboria. The ceiling overhead cracks and crackles from the vibration as a combination of the roaring and the shaking from the Blast Bellows before and Godzilla's having bore a hole in the crust of the world all start to take their toll. Even more water begins to rush in like a waterfall as the Subhylian Sea begins to swell. All of the Stormtroopers are now fleeing, heading for the high ground of the subteranean mountains around them.
It doesn't take in depth analysis for anyone on the battlefield to know that there was no escape from the cavern. Not away from the sea, anyway. The only way out...would be up.
"This changes nothing!" Lord Vader says, apparently not ready to quit the fight.
Post Order
Lord Vader
Greko the White
Lady Kaede
Rumble of Hunger
Porkins
Balthor
Violet
Jek Utinni
Stasolya
It is Greko's held action / reaction time, then Violet is up!
DM of AURYN: The Measure of Devotion - Escape from New York
Greko uses his reaction to call upon the Cosmos for an ill omen for Vader but Greko is ubale to see the Cosmos (-1 from save roll). He sends Mike in to flank Vader with Rum and halt Vader in his tracks
Greko hurls a GuidingBolt at Vader(Hit 22 Dam 16) Advantage to Mike
Slam attack 1: Attack: 25 hit 11 dam
Slam attack 2: Attack: 24 hit 15 dam
Violet looks at Vader.... terrified, but determined. She casts hex on him (using a pact slot), giving him disadvantage on Strength checks.
She then proceeds to blast him with two Eldritch Blast beams.
EB 1 - attack: 13, damage: 11 (force) + 2 (necrotic) from hex
EB 2 - attack: 28, damage: 15 (force) + 1 (necrotic) from hex
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Mike buffets Vader before he can do much about it. The Sith, however, seems distracted...until the first of Violet's Eldritch Blasts burst across his armor. He has time to look at her before getting hit hard by the second attack.
"Join me." Lord Vader says, turning his attention to Lady Kaede. "You have seen my power. It can be yours as well. Learn the ways of the Force and be unstoppable..."
He offers Lady Kaede a hand...
Post Order
Lord Vader
Greko the White
Lady Kaede
Rumble of Hunger
Porkins
Balthor
Violet
Jek Utinni
Stasolya
It is Jek Utinni's turn, followed by Stasolya!
DM of AURYN: The Measure of Devotion - Escape from New York
Lady Kaede absentmindedly sheathes her daishō, and walks up to Vader extending her hand in a sign of friendship or greeting.
Last to know and first to be blamed...
As a free action, can I regret my life choices?