The spider moved its head just then, because it was aiming... and shooting a web in Woodrow's direction! So the paladin's blade misses, while the web network that is spat out towards the veteran of Rassalantar...
Web Attack: 22 On hit: The target is restrained by webbing. As an action, the restrained target can make a DC 12 Strength check, bursting the webbing on a success. (The webbing can also be attacked - and hopefully destroyed, doing enough damage to it)
Even the seasoned veteran is taken aback by the monstrous arachnid's 'spitting attack' - and the web slams into him like a gladiator's net, sticking to him and practically gluing him into place.
[[ OOC: Woodrow will then have to free himself - or be freed by someone else - from webbing, before he can do what he said he would. Furthermore, Elias, if he wants, can use his reaction to try to cause the Web to miss; if he says he wants to do so, we roll and if the Web misses I change the narrative, of course ]]
Tarysaa, Koran, Woodrow and Elias are up for Round 2! Any order.
Elias flinches as he hears the wet, snapping sound of webbing striking Woodrow, his stomach twisting as he turns just in time to see his ally practically glued in place.
"Damn it!" he hisses under his breath, frustration flashing in his eyes. He should have seen it coming—should have been ready. But his focus had been on Ardana, and now Wood was caught.
His jaw tightens, but there’s no time for regret. His fingers curl, arcane power surging through his veins as he swiftly weaves a new spell.
He thrusts out his hand, pinpointing a spot just behind the giant spider, his voice ringing out with practiced precision.
"Enough of this!"
In an instant, the air shudders, and a deafening, high-pitched ringing sound erupts, crashing through the chamber with a force so intense it feels as though reality itself is splintering at the point of impact.
The spell—Shatter—detonates with brutal force, the sudden eruption of sound rippling outward, threatening to tear through the spider’s body and shake the very walls of the dungeon.
Elias grits his teeth, his heart pounding. This time, he would make a difference.
((Shatter cast at a point behind the Giant Spider so as not to hit Ardana. CON 14 save for half damage - 8+7+3=18 total damage))
Tarysaa starts in suprise as Woodrow is webbed in place before her. Eyes narrowing on the large spider, she speaks arcane words and makes a gesture as three darts of energy fly from her fingers and streak toward the spider.
"Anyone with a small blade hand to cut him out?" Koran asks as he scoots past the newly-enrobed warrior, closing with the irresponsibly large spider in front of the group, trying to strike it with a jumping sidekick at the end of his movement. Then he sets his mind to reflect water before the spider can react.
Move action: Move - up to 45' as a walk, so . . ..
Action: Attack Attack: 24 Damage: 8
Bonus Action: Patient Defense - Ki point to Dodge (2 of 4 spent)
Woodrow may have been caught off guard by the webbing, but his powerful muscles quickly overcome the annoying, but not very strong, filaments. Our hero comes out a little sticky, but ready for action again.
Meanwhile, Elias decides to... 'raise his voice'! And the roar of his devastating spell hits the giant spider...
...which roars in pain as the concussive sonic wave hits it with the force of a mallet!
The monster is still trying to figure out what happened to it, when the Harpells' envoy unleashes unstoppable bolts of pure magical energy against it, which break through its chitinous carapace in three places! The creature seems to be in real trouble...
...and for this reason it doesn't even see the agile elf monk coming, who hits it right in the face with a flying kick!
The large arachnid staggers and seems on its last leg!
19 Ardana 15 Damage 14 Spider Large 38 Damage, On its last leg 10 Tarysaa Undamaged 9 Spider Humanoid 42 Damage, Dead 7 Koran 6 Damage 6 Woodrow Undamaged, Webbed 2 Elias Undamaged
[[ OOC: Taking Ardana's Turn, to keep things moving ]]
The tiefling paladin lunges forward in a last-ditch attempt to finish off the monster (and the fight). Her greatsword lunges forward in a stab almost as if animated by its own will...
...And this time the giant arachnid, exhausted from the fight, cannot escape fate! The tip pierces his eye and reaches his brain. The monster dies instantly, without even being able to let out a final cry.
As the chitinous body crashes to the flooded floor with a thunderous splash, our heroes remain masters of the field...
Elias watches as Koran and Ardana strike true, their combined assault delivering a final, decisive blow. The blade pierces the spider’s eye, driving deep into its brain, and the massive creature collapses, its chitinous body crashing into the flooded stone floor with a resounding splash.
For a brief moment, there is only silence—the distant drip of water, the faint crackling of smoldering webs, and the party’s collective breaths as they take in their victory.
Elias lets out a slow breath, rolling his shoulders as the tension of battle fades. He manages a smirk, nodding toward Ardana and Koran. "A rather fitting end. Swift, clean. Just as it deserved."
But as his gaze sweeps the chamber, his stomach twists when he looks at Woodrow—now free from the webbing, but only because he had to struggle out of it himself. Elias’ smirk fades, and a flicker of frustration creeps in.
He had been too slow—too focused on Ardana’s wound to react in time to help Wood.
Stepping forward, he places a hand on Woodrow’s shoulder, giving it a firm squeeze. "I should have been quicker." His voice is low, measured, but carries a weight of genuine regret. "Next time, I’ll have your back before you even need to free yourself."
His eyes flick toward the shadows beyond the chamber, his sharp mind already moving ahead. "For now, let’s not linger. That thing wasn’t the only spider in these ruins."
Tarysaa shakes her head. "Unless I take a long rest to change my spells.... throwing these embers and motes of fire could take hours to clear that room. AND there may be many more spiders or those spider/human creatures that come out of there. "
"On the other hand, that boat looks to only hold one person at a time... can we guarantee we all end up in the same spot?"
Elias listens intently, his brow furrowed in thought as he considers the options laid before them.
Koran was right—their choices had narrowed significantly. The web-choked chamber could take hours to burn through, and there was no guarantee they wouldn’t be swarmed by more of those creatures in the process. Meanwhile, the boat, while promising a direct path forward, carried its own unknown dangers—chief among them, the question of whether they would all arrive in the same place.
He exhales softly, then turns toward the Fiendish Ferryman, who still lingers in the shadows of the water, watching them with eerie patience.
"I don’t like dealing with fiends unless I know the terms," Elias murmurs, "but I like wandering into a nest of spiders even less."
He shifts his gaze to the party, his tone measured but firm.
"Before we decide, let’s ask the Ferryman directly. He is bound by contracts and rules—that much we know. If he has been summoned here for a purpose, he will have to abide by whatever conditions were set for his service."
He turns toward the Merrenoloth, his voice carrying the weight of a scholar who knows how to question without revealing too much.
"Oarsman, tell us plainly—if we take your boat, will we all arrive at the same destination, or do you ferry one soul at a time to separate fates?"
He watches carefully, knowing fiends have a way of twisting words—but also knowing that this one must answer truthfully… if he values his own contract.
((24 insight roll to measure the fiend's response))
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Ardana's Greatsword Attack: 8 Damage: 13 (slashing)
Round 2
The spider moved its head just then, because it was aiming... and shooting a web in Woodrow's direction! So the paladin's blade misses, while the web network that is spat out towards the veteran of Rassalantar...
Web Attack: 22 On hit: The target is restrained by webbing.
As an action, the restrained target can make a DC 12 Strength check, bursting the webbing on a success.
(The webbing can also be attacked - and hopefully destroyed, doing enough damage to it)
Round 2
Even the seasoned veteran is taken aback by the monstrous arachnid's 'spitting attack' - and the web slams into him like a gladiator's net, sticking to him and practically gluing him into place.
[[ OOC: Woodrow will then have to free himself - or be freed by someone else - from webbing, before he can do what he said he would. Furthermore, Elias, if he wants, can use his reaction to try to cause the Web to miss; if he says he wants to do so, we roll and if the Web misses I change the narrative, of course ]]
Tarysaa, Koran, Woodrow and Elias are up for Round 2! Any order.
Combat Stats (those interested can peek):
Initiative Name Status
19 Ardana 15 Damage
14 Spider Large 2 Damaged
10 Tarysaa Undamaged
9 Spider Humanoid 42 Damage, Dead7 Koran 6 Damage
6 Woodrow Undamaged, Webbed
2 Elias Undamaged
Wood curses himself for being caught, gathers his strength in an effort to free himself from the webs, Strength check roll 5+7=12
Elias flinches as he hears the wet, snapping sound of webbing striking Woodrow, his stomach twisting as he turns just in time to see his ally practically glued in place.
"Damn it!" he hisses under his breath, frustration flashing in his eyes. He should have seen it coming—should have been ready. But his focus had been on Ardana, and now Wood was caught.
His jaw tightens, but there’s no time for regret. His fingers curl, arcane power surging through his veins as he swiftly weaves a new spell.
He thrusts out his hand, pinpointing a spot just behind the giant spider, his voice ringing out with practiced precision.
"Enough of this!"
In an instant, the air shudders, and a deafening, high-pitched ringing sound erupts, crashing through the chamber with a force so intense it feels as though reality itself is splintering at the point of impact.
The spell—Shatter—detonates with brutal force, the sudden eruption of sound rippling outward, threatening to tear through the spider’s body and shake the very walls of the dungeon.
Elias grits his teeth, his heart pounding. This time, he would make a difference.
((Shatter cast at a point behind the Giant Spider so as not to hit Ardana. CON 14 save for half damage - 8+7+3=18 total damage))
Tarysaa starts in suprise as Woodrow is webbed in place before her. Eyes narrowing on the large spider, she speaks arcane words and makes a gesture as three darts of energy fly from her fingers and streak toward the spider.
Magic Missile
In an eyeblink the three spikes of energy bury into the spider's bulbus body.
Dart 1: 4
Dart 2: 3
Dart 3: 3
Total of 10 pts of Force damage.
"Anyone with a small blade hand to cut him out?" Koran asks as he scoots past the newly-enrobed warrior, closing with the irresponsibly large spider in front of the group, trying to strike it with a jumping sidekick at the end of his movement. Then he sets his mind to reflect water before the spider can react.
Move action: Move - up to 45' as a walk, so . . ..
Action: Attack Attack: 24 Damage: 8
Bonus Action: Patient Defense - Ki point to Dodge (2 of 4 spent)
Round 2
Woodrow may have been caught off guard by the webbing, but his powerful muscles quickly overcome the annoying, but not very strong, filaments. Our hero comes out a little sticky, but ready for action again.
Meanwhile, Elias decides to... 'raise his voice'! And the roar of his devastating spell hits the giant spider...
CON 14 save: 16
Round 2
...which roars in pain as the concussive sonic wave hits it with the force of a mallet!
The monster is still trying to figure out what happened to it, when the Harpells' envoy unleashes unstoppable bolts of pure magical energy against it, which break through its chitinous carapace in three places! The creature seems to be in real trouble...
...and for this reason it doesn't even see the agile elf monk coming, who hits it right in the face with a flying kick!
The large arachnid staggers and seems on its last leg!
Ardana is up for Round 3!
Combat Stats (those interested can peek):
Initiative Name Status
19 Ardana 15 Damage
14 Spider Large 38 Damage, On its last leg
10 Tarysaa Undamaged
9 Spider Humanoid 42 Damage, Dead7 Koran 6 Damage
6 Woodrow Undamaged, Webbed
2 Elias Undamaged
Round 3
[[ OOC: Taking Ardana's Turn, to keep things moving ]]
The tiefling paladin lunges forward in a last-ditch attempt to finish off the monster (and the fight). Her greatsword lunges forward in a stab almost as if animated by its own will...
Ardana's Greatsword Attack: 18 Damage: 7 (slashing)
...And this time the giant arachnid, exhausted from the fight, cannot escape fate! The tip pierces his eye and reaches his brain. The monster dies instantly, without even being able to let out a final cry.
As the chitinous body crashes to the flooded floor with a thunderous splash, our heroes remain masters of the field...
Gratz! Combat over! You won!
Elias watches as Koran and Ardana strike true, their combined assault delivering a final, decisive blow. The blade pierces the spider’s eye, driving deep into its brain, and the massive creature collapses, its chitinous body crashing into the flooded stone floor with a resounding splash.
For a brief moment, there is only silence—the distant drip of water, the faint crackling of smoldering webs, and the party’s collective breaths as they take in their victory.
Elias lets out a slow breath, rolling his shoulders as the tension of battle fades. He manages a smirk, nodding toward Ardana and Koran. "A rather fitting end. Swift, clean. Just as it deserved."
But as his gaze sweeps the chamber, his stomach twists when he looks at Woodrow—now free from the webbing, but only because he had to struggle out of it himself. Elias’ smirk fades, and a flicker of frustration creeps in.
He had been too slow—too focused on Ardana’s wound to react in time to help Wood.
Stepping forward, he places a hand on Woodrow’s shoulder, giving it a firm squeeze. "I should have been quicker." His voice is low, measured, but carries a weight of genuine regret. "Next time, I’ll have your back before you even need to free yourself."
His eyes flick toward the shadows beyond the chamber, his sharp mind already moving ahead. "For now, let’s not linger. That thing wasn’t the only spider in these ruins."
((corrected for post 249))
[[ OOC: Err... Not exaclty... Woodrow is not webbed anymore (see post 249) ]]
"Not linger? Our options appear to be the boat or the webs."
Tarysaa shakes her head. "Unless I take a long rest to change my spells.... throwing these embers and motes of fire could take hours to clear that room. AND there may be many more spiders or those spider/human creatures that come out of there. "
"On the other hand, that boat looks to only hold one person at a time... can we guarantee we all end up in the same spot?"
Elias listens intently, his brow furrowed in thought as he considers the options laid before them.
Koran was right—their choices had narrowed significantly. The web-choked chamber could take hours to burn through, and there was no guarantee they wouldn’t be swarmed by more of those creatures in the process. Meanwhile, the boat, while promising a direct path forward, carried its own unknown dangers—chief among them, the question of whether they would all arrive in the same place.
He exhales softly, then turns toward the Fiendish Ferryman, who still lingers in the shadows of the water, watching them with eerie patience.
"I don’t like dealing with fiends unless I know the terms," Elias murmurs, "but I like wandering into a nest of spiders even less."
He shifts his gaze to the party, his tone measured but firm.
"Before we decide, let’s ask the Ferryman directly. He is bound by contracts and rules—that much we know. If he has been summoned here for a purpose, he will have to abide by whatever conditions were set for his service."
He turns toward the Merrenoloth, his voice carrying the weight of a scholar who knows how to question without revealing too much.
"Oarsman, tell us plainly—if we take your boat, will we all arrive at the same destination, or do you ferry one soul at a time to separate fates?"
He watches carefully, knowing fiends have a way of twisting words—but also knowing that this one must answer truthfully… if he values his own contract.
((24 insight roll to measure the fiend's response))