Aslan flies up through the hole in the ceiling and shortly afterwards flies back down to directly in front of Devin. He then stretches out his front and back legs, puts his head on his paws and shuts his eyes. All the time his wings are gently fluttering so as to maintain his position.
(OOC: Please have a look at the map in Discord and tell me where you all are - nb squares are 10 x 10 feet so please say NE, SE, SW, NW corner)
Visitors from the Skies- Day 6, Second Ten-day, Month of Eleasis (afternoon)
Not long after Aslan has left and the party members have got themselves arranged around the door of the castle which is closed. you hear a pounding on the door and "In the name of the Shadow of the Four Winds, the immortal yan-see-bin, we his dedicated servants wish to speak to the owner of this castle."
"That may be insufficient method of waking him up, as giant flesh is into nearly as sensitive as your own. But I would advise further caution to avoid an accident."D.O.R.K had commented on earlier. Then the demand came, and held Door Knocker all the more tightly from it. She says nothing however, trusting Devin to play speaker while she searched her own memory banks for any historical combat reports involving an "Shadows of the Four Winds."
Devin and D.O.R.K. both look at each other with complete surprise on their face at the mention of either 'Shadow of the Four Winds' or 'Yan-C-Bin, however both Lukian and Toruun appear to be deep in thought.
"Yan-C-Bin?" Lukian almost whispers. One of the others looks at the elf, and he continues in a tone he hopes won't carry through the door, "Yan-C-Bin. I've read about him. He's also known as the Prince of Evil Air. He's a kind of ruler — a powerful one, reportedly — from the Elemental Plane of Air. If these are truly his emissaries, we should fear them."
"Then their objective is clear."D.O.R.K motions for Beedo to back away to J14-NE, then nods to Vark to ready to pull the open the door at her signal just wide enough for single person to come or go through it. "The only parley they will seek is to either commandeer this vessel from its owner, forcing are vacation from it, or convince him and us to join them in service to their lord."She whispers to the others as she readiesDoor Knocker to strike the speaker, or whatever contingent member happens to be within range.
"Caution. I recommend you ready yourselves in whatever way you deem fit, and back an additional five feet." She warns quietly. Her gaze lingers on Devin for a moment before ultimately setting it back on the door. "If you wish to continue to parley with them, you may do so. But I cannot afford you much time."
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Lukian stands his ground. He holds his sword and shield at the ready, but if he sees a hostile creature, he will actually call down holy light from Lathander.
Ready action:
Lukian calls in a strong, loud voice, "ربي ، Lathander ، أرسل نورك المقدسة لتنقية الكافرين." In response, a light shines down on (the first hostile he sees in range).
The voice from the other side of the door once again says "In the name of the Shadow of the Four Winds, the immortal yan-see-bin, we wish to speak to the owner of this castle. Is somebody going to open the door?
(@Grant: Assuming we're going by combat order now)
"Just a second. Doors heavy." Vark pipes up as he got in position to open the door. Realizing, however, that it might simply be too big for him, he grabs her Javelin from her back with a bit of work, and readies to throw it through the gap at the first guy to get in place.
For when D.O.R.K's turn comes around...
D.O.R.K gives the others one finally look to see if their ready, then opens the doors, wanting and planning to smash the first rider seen with her maul.
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Suddenly the double doors slam open as a howling gust of wind roars into the castle:
Beedo, D.O.R.K., Lukian, Toruun and Vark all please make a Dex Sav (10) to avoid being hit by the doors slamming open. Otherwise take 4 Bludgeoning damage.
D.O.R.K., Lukian and Vark please make a Strength Saving Throw (DC 12) to avoid being blown 15 feet backwards.
Directly in front of the castle you can see two humans wearing Studded Leather and with steel helms covering their eyes that resemble stylised bird heads. One has his hands in the air obviously controlling the wind, the other appears to have his hands inside some sort of shoulder bag adorned with a smiling face.
Lurking around the door entrances you see seven gaunt looking individuals dressed in Leather and equipped with a dagger in each hand.
Nine Giant Vultures are circling nearby.
For those of you with ready actions please indicate who you are targeting - see Map in discord
Meiva watches nervously from inside, praying quietly to Silvanus for courage.
And that's all I have to say about that.
Aslan flies up through the hole in the ceiling and shortly afterwards flies back down to directly in front of Devin. He then stretches out his front and back legs, puts his head on his paws and shuts his eyes. All the time his wings are gently fluttering so as to maintain his position.
(OOC: Please have a look at the map in Discord and tell me where you all are - nb squares are 10 x 10 feet so please say NE, SE, SW, NW corner)
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NW of K15
Devin rolls his eyes when Aslan returns and mimics sleep.
"Can you wake him up? Jump on his face or something."
Again the tressym heads up.
Visitors from the Skies- Day 6, Second Ten-day, Month of Eleasis (afternoon)
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Devin smiles to himself. In a lowered voice he tells the others, "Well at least they just want the owner. "
In a louder voice he calls out to those outside.,
"The owner is resting and does not wish to be disturbed. State your business and we will inform him of your visit. "
Devin tries to see if he has heard of this group in his studies.
History 7
Lukian exchanges his bow for his shield and tries to remember if he recognizes any of what was just said.
INT to recognize "Shadow of the Four Winds" and/or "immortal yan-see-bin": 14
"That may be insufficient method of waking him up, as giant flesh is into nearly as sensitive as your own. But I would advise further caution to avoid an accident." D.O.R.K had commented on earlier. Then the demand came, and held Door Knocker all the more tightly from it. She says nothing however, trusting Devin to play speaker while she searched her own memory banks for any historical combat reports involving an "Shadows of the Four Winds."
History: 8.
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
Devin and D.O.R.K. both look at each other with complete surprise on their face at the mention of either 'Shadow of the Four Winds' or 'Yan-C-Bin, however both Lukian and Toruun appear to be deep in thought.
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Does Torunn know anything about this Shadow of the Four Winds? (Int: 12)
"Yan-C-Bin?" Lukian almost whispers. One of the others looks at the elf, and he continues in a tone he hopes won't carry through the door, "Yan-C-Bin. I've read about him. He's also known as the Prince of Evil Air. He's a kind of ruler — a powerful one, reportedly — from the Elemental Plane of Air. If these are truly his emissaries, we should fear them."
"Then their objective is clear." D.O.R.K motions for Beedo to back away to J14-NE, then nods to Vark to ready to pull the open the door at her signal just wide enough for single person to come or go through it. "The only parley they will seek is to either commandeer this vessel from its owner, forcing are vacation from it, or convince him and us to join them in service to their lord." She whispers to the others as she readies Door Knocker to strike the speaker, or whatever contingent member happens to be within range.
"Caution. I recommend you ready yourselves in whatever way you deem fit, and back an additional five feet." She warns quietly. Her gaze lingers on Devin for a moment before ultimately setting it back on the door. "If you wish to continue to parley with them, you may do so. But I cannot afford you much time."
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
Lukian draws his longsword and lifts his shield, ready to attack.
"We'll give them a moment to answer but yes this will likely end up in a fight"
He then casts Thaumaturgy and in a loud voice 3x as loud as normal directed up to the second and third level
"UNCLE ZEPH WE NEED YOU. "
He then looks back to D.
"If that doesn't do it then we are on our own. I'm ready."
He hefts his shield and staff.
So what you're gunna do - huh?
Initiative Order: Lukian | ? | ? | Vark | ? & ? | ? | Devin | ? | ? & ? | ? | Toruun (ready action) | D.O.R.K. | Meiva | Beedo | ? |
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Lukian stands his ground. He holds his sword and shield at the ready, but if he sees a hostile creature, he will actually call down holy light from Lathander.
Ready action:
Lukian calls in a strong, loud voice, "ربي ، Lathander ، أرسل نورك المقدسة لتنقية الكافرين." In response, a light shines down on (the first hostile he sees in range).
sacred flame attack: DC12 DEX; damage: 2 radiant damage
Translation from Elvish:
My Lord, Lathander, send your holy light to purify the unbeliever.
The voice from the other side of the door once again says "In the name of the Shadow of the Four Winds, the immortal yan-see-bin, we wish to speak to the owner of this castle. Is somebody going to open the door?
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(@Grant: Assuming we're going by combat order now)
"Just a second. Doors heavy." Vark pipes up as he got in position to open the door. Realizing, however, that it might simply be too big for him, he grabs her Javelin from her back with a bit of work, and readies to throw it through the gap at the first guy to get in place.
For when D.O.R.K's turn comes around...
D.O.R.K gives the others one finally look to see if their ready, then opens the doors, wanting and planning to smash the first rider seen with her maul.
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
Devin stands ready near the door. He taps his staff on the floor and it glows blue for a moment as he speaks the words to Shillelagh.
He then readies an attack and will strike the first foe seen moving towards it if necessary.
Attack: 22 Damage: 9
Suddenly the double doors slam open as a howling gust of wind roars into the castle:
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