The party wakes peacefully the next morning, their night watch having done their job. A light rain slowly falls from above beating back the Chult heat. Handing out a container of Salve, Salida explains it is an insect Repellant meant to protect the wearer from the diseased insects which call Chult their home.
OOC: Party gains Insect Repellant 2 vials per character. (Enough for 40 days per person)
Ensuring everyone is packed up and ready to go, including the strange new comer, Salida begins to lead the party along the Riverbank. At midday the party enjoys a satisfactory lunch then continues their push into the Chult Wilderness. As they near the entrance to a large forest a buzzing is heard among the wood line. Within seconds a pack of horrid flying creatures, which appeared to be a cross between a large bat and an oversized mosquito bursts from the woods and heads directly for the party...
Battle Commences
Initative Order:
Jadyn
F5
F8
F10
Thomdrill
Gairlik
Dariel
Rick
Salida
F2
Xandala
F4
Lesnalore
F3
Quill
F1
F7
F11
F6
F9
Damien
OOC: Battle Maps Coming soon and Tactics in Discord shortly.
"No problem, gotta keep an eye for each other after all. Has been an interesting start to say the least, reminds me of a time I had just arrived on a different continent, walking to the next city, barley out of sight of the town and I get jumped by a group of kobals, I did a lot of running that day, never cared for running solo much after that I can tell you that much." Listening intently as she spoke about the cat, nodding as she talked about raising the kit. "Lucky enough that it would try to teach you, most of my experience with animals outside of tamed and trained ones are near useless, but they do have a certain quality to them. Do you think I could pet Book later?" Helping to collect the cat's kill before joining back up with her and making their way back to camp. "The adventure is going, interesting to say the least, I was told I would get to explore new lands and get paid in the process, sounded like a dream come true, but I feel the longer this goes on, the less taste for adventure I will have, did you see Thom? We killed it and then he just butchered it like it was any old deer! Gods I am glad I am not full human the idea of that being anywhere near an actual meal of mine is disgusting."
Quill frowned, not wanting to say anything against anyone, but still felt like something should be said. "I confess I find it hard to understand myself. But, in my village, the three families argued over much but one thing they all agreed on was respecting the earth. Part of that included using everything we could from things we killed. Perhaps Rand had some purpose in it that cannot yet be understood. "
Finishing dressing her kills and seeing her cat ready to return, she gestured towards the direction of the camp. "Come let's go back. I'm sure everyone is hungry and bird is far better fare than crone."
Upon returning to camp she was surprised to see a ragged stranger fast asleep by the fire under the watchful eye of Damien. Shocjed, Quill almost questioned his presence but seeing the fatigue amongst the party she thought the better of it. If the others thought his presence safe enough to spend the night, she wouldn't argue. Yet, having been tricked by the hag, Quill was wary of this new comer vowing to watch him closely before she gave him her trust or friendship.
The night split into watches passed all too quickly and before she knew it, they were once again set upon by predators who no doubt thought their slow moving group a tasty meal. Reaching for a bow, Quill moved nearer the tricolps murmuring softly to them to keep them calm. Strange beast these but still her eyes searched their forms looking for a way to avoid conflict if she could and if it could not be avoided to find any weaknesses to bring a swift end to the fight.
Moving closer to the center of the party Jadyn begins chanting to the Raven Queen. (Takes the Ready Action)
As the swarm makes way towards the party one quickly rushes forward and pounces onto Dariel. It’s sharp sucker digs into the man like a masquito and begins draining the man of his blood! (HIT! 5dmg, Dariel 6/11. The creature attaches itself to Dariel.)
Seeing the sudden attack, Thom rushes to his allies aid. Laying his hands on the man, life begins to return to him. (Casts: Cure Wounds. Heals Dariel for +10. Dariel 11/11)
Garilik waits until one of the swarm flys into range then strikes! However, the creature takes flight to avoid the Barbarains fury. (MISS!)
Feeling the bite, Dariel Simmons a flame and burns the creature off. (Casts: Produce Flame, Hit! 6 DMG, Foe 5 Defeated!)
”Form a Circle!” The fighter calls out. “So they cannot attack anyone from behind when they swarm! Rick prepares to attack as one draws within range. “Looks like we are in a sticky situation.” He says in a serious tone. “Reminds me of the that time I went up against a beehive and lost. At least there was honey after that and I don’t mean the bee type!” The man laughs. “She really took care of me well.” Swinging his battle axe husband target dodged the blow. (CRIT MISS!)
Agreeing with the fighter, Salida takes a few steps back and releases a knocked arrow. Spin in mid air to avoid the arrow, her nearest foe presses forward. (MISS).
Xandala orders her Pseudodragon to fly high. As it takes flight she raises her hands and a fire bolt strikes from the sky above. (Casts: Fire Bolt, HIT! 5 DMG, foe 7 defeated!)
Deciding to save her spells for future use, Lesnalore aims and fires her crossbow at the nearest target. The bolt strikes a creature and it plummets to the ground. (Hit! 9 DMG, Foe 2 Defeated)
A member of the swarm flies closer.
Quill readies her blended and fires are the nearest target well attempting to learn what she can about this swarm. The arrow misses her target. (MISS Nat Check, Failed!)
Several of the swarm rushes forward and one attempts to Vitebsk Rick. He pushes it away. (MISS!)
Damien, seeing several of his allies in trouble he rushes in to assist them. The Rogue swings his shortswords meeting flesh. (Both Hit! 11dmg, Foe 6 Defeated)
Sensing the time is right, Jadyn ends her prayer to the Raven Queen and sends her fury to the closest foe! (Ready Activated, Casts: Toll of Death, Wis Save Failed! 7 Necrotic DMG, Foe 8 Defeated!)
Saying a quick prayer to her Diety, Jadyn unleashes death upon her foe. The reaper choose to let this one live to see another day. (CASTS: Toll the Dead, WIS CHECK FAILED! 1 Dmg, F4 Foe seriously injured!)
The masquito like creature latches onto Xandala and drains her of blood! (HIT! 4DMG, Latches to Xandala!)
Thomdrill nears the young girl and soothes her pains. (Casts: Cure Wounds, Heals Xandala to Max Hp!)
Another bat like creature drops onto Gairlik and begins sucking his blood! (HIT! 6DM, Latches on to Gairlik!)
As the creature draws blood, Gairlik knocks the creature off and smashes the annoying little insect! (HIT! 7 DMG, Foe 10 Defeated!)
Seeing Jadyn's inital attack weaken the foe, Dariel releases flames onto the enemy to finish it off! (Casts: Produce Flames, HIT! 6DMG, Foe 4 Defeated!)
Rick Shaw rushes his foe and sends his Battleaxe crashing into its meaty flesh. The bug is squashed! (HIT! 6DMG, Foe 3 Defeated!)
Salida draws her bow back, takes aim, and releases. Her foe dodges the arrow midair. (MISS!)
Xandala beats the beast off of her and sends a cold wave at her foe! (Casts: Ray of Frost. Hit! 1 DMG, Foe 5 speed reduced by 10ft, Foe 5 Badly Injured!)
Loading another crossbow bolt, Lesnalore moves to the center of the group and pulls the trigger. It slices through the creature like butter. (HIT! 5dmg, Foe 11 Defeated!)
Quill takes a deep breath as she draws her bow back. Aiming at the creature swooping towards Xandala, she releases her shot. The arrow strikes the creature before it can do any harm. (HIT! 4DMG, Foe 9 Defeated!)
One of the creature dives at Rick but the man is able to dodge out of the way before it can latch on to him. (MISS!)
Damien rushes to Xandala's aid and strikes down the creature. In the process of his blows, one of his swords slips from his grip and falls harmlessly to the ground away from him! (HIT and a CRIT MISS!, The second blade lands 30 Feet to the NW! 5DMG, Foe 5 Defeated!)
Salida quickly aims and fires at the last foe. This time her aim is true and kills the last creature as it attempts to fly away! (HIT! Foe 1, Defeated!)
OOC: Before the party continues an individual can take a short rest to restore some of their HP at this time. Please let me know in Discord if you plan on doing so. (NOT LONG REST) Also I know Salida went twice but the last foe had 1 HP remaining and I didn't want to have us do another combat round for 1 HP creature.
Gairlik kicks at the large insect. He looks down at the trickle of blood coming from where the beast was sucking on him. "Ugh. The sucker got me." He wipes the blood away and looks to the group. "Anyone mind if a take a minute to take care of this?"Looking again back at the squashed insect-like creature. "That reminds me...," he pulls out a small gourd with a thick, greasy substance and begins applying it to his exposed skin. "This stuff supposedly keeps the bugs away. Not sure if it would work on those critters."
Waving a dismissive hand at the dwarf before continuing. "No, no it is alright if we wait, much better we keep our bait in one piece. Who else would we put in front if not for you?" Lightly chuckling before sipping on a bit of her water, hoping the liquid would help to stave off the unrelenting heat around them before going out and hoping to reclaim the bolts she had just used. The one having gone clear through the creature but able to find the first still firmly lodged in the body, reclaimed it, wiping way the blood and guts of the creature before rejoining the group.
Thom panted as the sounds of battle began to fade away. I am getting to old for this he thought as he bent down to inspect the insects but saw no sign of this "honey" the newcomer had mentioned. Maybe this will be of some use he thought as he added the insect he was inspecting to his bag of "useless" meat hanging at his side. Making his way back to the cart he stood at his designated waiting for the journey to continue. As he waited he pulled out a jar of the insect repellant and applied it on himself.
Dariel also pulls out his own jar of insect repellent and slathers some on, then moves among the fallen insects, inspecting them with interest while he waits for the others to be ready to continue, then makes his way back to his normal spot to continue on.
Having already applied the insect repellent when Salida had given it to her, Quill went to collect her arrows only to find that they were to deeply impeded in the creatures and broken to be of use. Shrugging at the lost, she offered up a quick prayer for the deceased creatures and moved on, returning to the wagon to check on the creatures that pulled it and to take a much needed break. As she passed the new man, she paused, hesitant before cautiously speaking. "You fight well, stranger. It was good thinking, suggesting we form a circle." Cocking her head, she weighed her curiosity against caution, before curiosity won out. "If you are to journey with us, may I have your name? You can call me Roywena, the rest are Dariel, Damien, Gairlik, Lesnalore, Jadyn, and Rand." Gesturing at each member of the party in turn having gathered Jadyn's and Dariels name from the document although she still privately thought of them by the nicknames she gave them: Moss, Viper , Shielder, Farsight, Raven's Servant, and Magpie.
Damien silently goes about retrieving his blade and then cleaning his equipment. As soon as that is done, he looks around to see everyone talking and decides to simply prep the cart to leave when everyone is ready. He tugs a little on his hood and lets out a sigh of air. The air was much warmer here than in the city, it felt weird to breathe, but eventually he'd get used to it. He glanced at the creatures they had for steeds, their scaly hides seemed cool compared to the air and their statures, unfazed by the recent bout of combat, matched it as such. Giving a light pat to each of the steeds, Damien hefts himself up to the cart and calls out, "We best keep moving, blood tends to attract more dangerous beasts than what that spray may ward."
Nice to see the old battle axe doing its damage correctly. Yep, I like to think of my axe as old even though it is fairly new and she's my mate for right now. My name is Rick and I do fight well and often. I prefer to just get some treasure easily, but for some reason that doesn't happen. I have had a fairly rough life, but as you can tell it has been filled with combat. Oh and I like cool slow walks through bug infested jungles and exercise daily to get this form. I can be reached at ... I don't think that's the information you are after since you can now see me. I need a group to travel with, because well I don't have bug repellent and I need to traverse this area to find the promised rewards deep into this little island of joy. That was Roy's a winner or weiner. I am sorry. How do you pronounce that name again? Sorry for the insult, but I just had to say it. I keep nicknames for people usually in my head to remember names later. As you can tell I am really Charismatic and don't mind proving it with a little fight or head butt. Seems to bring out the best in people. I used to say people who bleed together grow together, but once I saw a walking corpse with two heads and three arms and decided that was a little to close for my likings. So yeah, I think I might be of use to this group and you might be useful to me as well.
Oh and I like to talk and tell "true" stories as well.
Gairlik sips from his waterskin as he continues to tend to his wounds. "Keep it elevated. That's what they say, right cleric?" He waves his arm over his head awkwardly.
Once situated his turns to the newcomer. "Sorry there. Where are my manners? Forgot to introduce myself last night. I seemed to have been too busy eating a rather dry mushroom or something else I found by the river." Remaining seated, he sticks out his hand. "Anyways... Pleased to meet you there, Rick. Name's Gairlik."
A light trickle of rain continues to fall as the party makes entry into the Jungle for the first time. The creek to the west, providing a source of water for the party and the animals, remained mostly stagnant as they traveled. The Jungle, once alive with noise, grows quiet with every passing minute. As Daylight begins to fade, so does the sound emitting from the forest until all the remains is the pitter patter of the rain drops upon the forest foliage.
AHHHHHHH!!! The silence is shattered as the scream of a male voice echoes through the forest. Several long seconds pass when a bloodied man breaks through the dense foliage, tripping on the under brush, and lands flat on his belly. Before the man has time to recover he is lunged upon by a pale creature with razor sharp teeth which bites down on the throat of the man silencing his scream. The human like creature's blue eyes gazes upon the party. Its long tongue and teeth dripping with its victims fresh blood, the creature's blue eyes look hungrily upon the party. Releasing a shrill cry of joy, the beast charges forward. Several more answer its call, bursting from the denser part of the woods and joining the quest for fresh blood.
I yell. It's a ghoul-lourish day to die. Oh wait you may already be dead. Here here boy. Come here boy and taste my old battle axe. A ghoul and his money are soon parted. You remind me of a ghoul I once courted. Come here and let me drop you like I did her.
As the Ghouls begin to rush the party Jadyn immediately prays to her Deity for guidance. (Action: Ready, Pre-Casts: Toll the Dead)
Seeing the approaching monstrosities Damien quickly moves south, drawing his weapons and waiting for the Ghouls to reach him. (Action: Ready)
A Ghoul(3) draws close to Salida and attempts to slice her open with its sharp claws. Salida dodges out of the way at the last minute, avoiding the blow. (MISS!)
"Try to get them tight here soon, I wanna roast them!" Lesnalore relays to the party as she takes aim and fires her crossbow bolt at the approaching attackers. Ghoul (1) jolts back in pain but continues its charge forward. (Crossbow HIT: 10 DMG, Ghoul 1 Badly Hurt)
Seeing the Ghoul get hit by the bolt, Jadyn ends her request to the Raven Queen. Her prayer must have gone unheard because the Ghoul seemed to ignore it. (Casts: Toll the Dead, Ghoul(1) passes WIS Save)
"I stayed up all night to see where the sun went. Then it dawned on me... Ghoul 2 falls prone in laughter from the horrible joke. (Casts Tasha's Hideous laughter. Ghoul Fails WIS save, knocked Prone and can't stop laughing.)
The Ghoul seems to be stuck in a fit of laughter. (WIS SAVE FAILED! Still prone and laughing.)
Seeing Salida under attack, Gairlik takes up a flanking position and unleashes his barbaric fury. The blow crushes the side of the foe(3). (CRIT HIT! 15 DMG, Foe 3 Seriously Injured!)
Xandala raises her hands and sends a Chormatic Orb flying at her oppenant. However, her oppenant is quicker and dodges ball of energy. (Casts: Chromatic Orb, MISS!)
Dariel produces flames under their foe burning them where they stand! (Casts: Produce Flame, HIT! 8 DMG, Ghoul 1 DEFEATED!)
Charging forward, Rick rises his Battle Axe high and sends it flying into his foe. Stuck in a fit of laughter, the Ghoul is unable to avoid the attack. (HIT! 9DMG, Ghoul 2 Hurt. Ghoul 2 quits laughing. WIS Save passed!) The blow knocks some sense into the creature and he immediatly silence's his laughter.
Quill not only recognizes the foes but knows everything about them which she gladly shares to the party. (NAT CHECK CRIT PASS!) Taking careful aims she fires her arrow into the head of the Ghoul(2), avoiding hitting Rick in the process. (HIT! 6 DMG, Ghoul 2 Badly Hurt)
Salida draws her blade and strikes at her attacking Foe helping to finish it off. (HIT! 4 Dmg, Ghoul 3 Defeated!)
With no encroaching foes within reach, Damien uses the night sky to his advantage and takes cover in the dark shadows. (Ready Action: Stealth, PASSED!)
As the creature falls two more are spotted coming from the East. (PARTY PERCEPTION CHECK PASSED! 2 Ghouls Spotted to the East!)
OOC: Updated Battle Map to be posted shortly. Tactics due within 24 hours. Next Round will be calculated and posted as soon as I get them all in.
INT ORDER: Jadyn Damien Lesnalore Thom Ghoul 2 Gairlik Xandala Ghoul 5 Dariel Rick Quill Salida Ghoul 4
Seeing the Ghouls approaching from the East, Jadyn positions herself next to Xandala and prepares for an attack. (ACTION: DODGE)
Damien quickly rushes to the south and strikes at the Ghoul in combat with Gairlik. Swinging both blades the Ghoul doesn't notice his attacker until it's to late! (BOTH HIT! Ghoul 3, 15 DMG. Ghoul 3 is Defeated!)
Moving in order to get a better shot, Lesnalore aims her crossbow and lets loose a bolt. The bolt misses the target. (MISS!)
Beliving himself a wise old man Thom flings insults at the Ghoul. "What smells worse then a Goblin?! Oh yeah, you!" Interesting enough, it worked. (Casts: Vicious Mockery, WIS save Failed! 2 Dmg, Ghoul 5 hurt!)
Gairlick roars out in warning to Xandala as he detects the incoming ghouls. The dwarf moves to intercept any headed to the sorcerer. He delivers a rude gesture to the undead waiting for it to come in range. (Action: Ready taken!)
Thanking Jadyn and Gairlik for their aid, Xandala raises her hands towards the nerest Ghoul, over Gairlik's muscular shoulders, and is shocked when nothing happens. (Casts: Chill Touch, CRIT MISS!)
A Ghoul to the east rushes at the wall of defenders. As he approaches Gairlik he is surprised to find an maul slamming down onto him. (Gairlick Action: Ready Activates! HIT! 9Dmg, Ghoul 5 Hurt!) Caught by surprise, the Ghoul attempts to claw at Gairlik but is able to avoid the blow easily. (MISS!)
Moving within range, Dariel sends a flame from the palm of his hands at his target to the East. The Ghoul howls in pain as he is struck. (HIT! 1 Dmg, Ghoul 5 Hurt!)
Rick heads to the east to get within range of the new foes drawing his crossbow and stowing away the axe. Aiming at the nearest Ghoul he fires. The bolt flies past his would be victim and lands harmlessly. (CRIT MISS!)
Moving for a better angle on the newcomers, Quill aims her shot and lets loose. This time her arrow hits its target. (Hit! 8dmg, Ghoul 5 Badly hurt!)
Drawing the fletchling back, Salida releases it and sends it piercing into the approaching Ghouls. (HIT! 4 DMG, Ghoul 4 Hurt!)
The last Ghoul rushes at Jadyn who was patiently waiting for it. (Reaction: Dodge Activated. Ghoul 4 MISSES!)
OOC: Updated Battle Map to be Posted Shortly. 2 Ghouls Remain, the two to the east.
The party wakes peacefully the next morning, their night watch having done their job. A light rain slowly falls from above beating back the Chult heat. Handing out a container of Salve, Salida explains it is an insect Repellant meant to protect the wearer from the diseased insects which call Chult their home.
OOC: Party gains Insect Repellant 2 vials per character. (Enough for 40 days per person)
Ensuring everyone is packed up and ready to go, including the strange new comer, Salida begins to lead the party along the Riverbank. At midday the party enjoys a satisfactory lunch then continues their push into the Chult Wilderness. As they near the entrance to a large forest a buzzing is heard among the wood line. Within seconds a pack of horrid flying creatures, which appeared to be a cross between a large bat and an oversized mosquito bursts from the woods and heads directly for the party...
Battle Commences
Initative Order:
Jadyn
F5
F8
F10
Thomdrill
Gairlik
Dariel
Rick
Salida
F2
Xandala
F4
Lesnalore
F3
Quill
F1
F7
F11
F6
F9
Damien
OOC: Battle Maps Coming soon and Tactics in Discord shortly.
"No problem, gotta keep an eye for each other after all. Has been an interesting start to say the least, reminds me of a time I had just arrived on a different continent, walking to the next city, barley out of sight of the town and I get jumped by a group of kobals, I did a lot of running that day, never cared for running solo much after that I can tell you that much." Listening intently as she spoke about the cat, nodding as she talked about raising the kit. "Lucky enough that it would try to teach you, most of my experience with animals outside of tamed and trained ones are near useless, but they do have a certain quality to them. Do you think I could pet Book later?" Helping to collect the cat's kill before joining back up with her and making their way back to camp. "The adventure is going, interesting to say the least, I was told I would get to explore new lands and get paid in the process, sounded like a dream come true, but I feel the longer this goes on, the less taste for adventure I will have, did you see Thom? We killed it and then he just butchered it like it was any old deer! Gods I am glad I am not full human the idea of that being anywhere near an actual meal of mine is disgusting."
Quill frowned, not wanting to say anything against anyone, but still felt like something should be said. "I confess I find it hard to understand myself. But, in my village, the three families argued over much but one thing they all agreed on was respecting the earth. Part of that included using everything we could from things we killed. Perhaps Rand had some purpose in it that cannot yet be understood. "
Finishing dressing her kills and seeing her cat ready to return, she gestured towards the direction of the camp. "Come let's go back. I'm sure everyone is hungry and bird is far better fare than crone."
Upon returning to camp she was surprised to see a ragged stranger fast asleep by the fire under the watchful eye of Damien. Shocjed, Quill almost questioned his presence but seeing the fatigue amongst the party she thought the better of it. If the others thought his presence safe enough to spend the night, she wouldn't argue. Yet, having been tricked by the hag, Quill was wary of this new comer vowing to watch him closely before she gave him her trust or friendship.
The night split into watches passed all too quickly and before she knew it, they were once again set upon by predators who no doubt thought their slow moving group a tasty meal. Reaching for a bow, Quill moved nearer the tricolps murmuring softly to them to keep them calm. Strange beast these but still her eyes searched their forms looking for a way to avoid conflict if she could and if it could not be avoided to find any weaknesses to bring a swift end to the fight.
Moving closer to the center of the party Jadyn begins chanting to the Raven Queen. (Takes the Ready Action)
As the swarm makes way towards the party one quickly rushes forward and pounces onto Dariel. It’s sharp sucker digs into the man like a masquito and begins draining the man of his blood! (HIT! 5dmg, Dariel 6/11. The creature attaches itself to Dariel.)
Seeing the sudden attack, Thom rushes to his allies aid. Laying his hands on the man, life begins to return to him. (Casts: Cure Wounds. Heals Dariel for +10. Dariel 11/11)
Garilik waits until one of the swarm flys into range then strikes! However, the creature takes flight to avoid the Barbarains fury. (MISS!)
Feeling the bite, Dariel Simmons a flame and burns the creature off. (Casts: Produce Flame, Hit! 6 DMG, Foe 5 Defeated!)
”Form a Circle!” The fighter calls out. “So they cannot attack anyone from behind when they swarm! Rick prepares to attack as one draws within range. “Looks like we are in a sticky situation.” He says in a serious tone. “Reminds me of the that time I went up against a beehive and lost. At least there was honey after that and I don’t mean the bee type!” The man laughs. “She really took care of me well.” Swinging his battle axe husband target dodged the blow. (CRIT MISS!)
Agreeing with the fighter, Salida takes a few steps back and releases a knocked arrow. Spin in mid air to avoid the arrow, her nearest foe presses forward. (MISS).
Xandala orders her Pseudodragon to fly high. As it takes flight she raises her hands and a fire bolt strikes from the sky above. (Casts: Fire Bolt, HIT! 5 DMG, foe 7 defeated!)
Deciding to save her spells for future use, Lesnalore aims and fires her crossbow at the nearest target. The bolt strikes a creature and it plummets to the ground. (Hit! 9 DMG, Foe 2 Defeated)
A member of the swarm flies closer.
Quill readies her blended and fires are the nearest target well attempting to learn what she can about this swarm. The arrow misses her target. (MISS Nat Check, Failed!)
Several of the swarm rushes forward and one attempts to Vitebsk Rick. He pushes it away. (MISS!)
Damien, seeing several of his allies in trouble he rushes in to assist them. The Rogue swings his shortswords meeting flesh. (Both Hit! 11dmg, Foe 6 Defeated)
Sensing the time is right, Jadyn ends her prayer to the Raven Queen and sends her fury to the closest foe! (Ready Activated, Casts: Toll of Death, Wis Save Failed! 7 Necrotic DMG, Foe 8 Defeated!)
Round 1 Over. New battle Map posted shortly.
Battle 3: Round 2
Saying a quick prayer to her Diety, Jadyn unleashes death upon her foe. The reaper choose to let this one live to see another day. (CASTS: Toll the Dead, WIS CHECK FAILED! 1 Dmg, F4 Foe seriously injured!)
The masquito like creature latches onto Xandala and drains her of blood! (HIT! 4DMG, Latches to Xandala!)
Thomdrill nears the young girl and soothes her pains. (Casts: Cure Wounds, Heals Xandala to Max Hp!)
Another bat like creature drops onto Gairlik and begins sucking his blood! (HIT! 6DM, Latches on to Gairlik!)
As the creature draws blood, Gairlik knocks the creature off and smashes the annoying little insect! (HIT! 7 DMG, Foe 10 Defeated!)
Seeing Jadyn's inital attack weaken the foe, Dariel releases flames onto the enemy to finish it off! (Casts: Produce Flames, HIT! 6DMG, Foe 4 Defeated!)
Rick Shaw rushes his foe and sends his Battleaxe crashing into its meaty flesh. The bug is squashed! (HIT! 6DMG, Foe 3 Defeated!)
Salida draws her bow back, takes aim, and releases. Her foe dodges the arrow midair. (MISS!)
Xandala beats the beast off of her and sends a cold wave at her foe! (Casts: Ray of Frost. Hit! 1 DMG, Foe 5 speed reduced by 10ft, Foe 5 Badly Injured!)
Loading another crossbow bolt, Lesnalore moves to the center of the group and pulls the trigger. It slices through the creature like butter. (HIT! 5dmg, Foe 11 Defeated!)
Quill takes a deep breath as she draws her bow back. Aiming at the creature swooping towards Xandala, she releases her shot. The arrow strikes the creature before it can do any harm. (HIT! 4DMG, Foe 9 Defeated!)
One of the creature dives at Rick but the man is able to dodge out of the way before it can latch on to him. (MISS!)
Damien rushes to Xandala's aid and strikes down the creature. In the process of his blows, one of his swords slips from his grip and falls harmlessly to the ground away from him! (HIT and a CRIT MISS!, The second blade lands 30 Feet to the NW! 5DMG, Foe 5 Defeated!)
Salida quickly aims and fires at the last foe. This time her aim is true and kills the last creature as it attempts to fly away! (HIT! Foe 1, Defeated!)
Round 2 Results:
Player Party:
Jadyn: 11/11
Thom 9/9
Gairlik 9/15
Dariel 11/11
Rick 12/12
Salida 8/8
Xandala 9/9
Lesnalore 9/9
Quill 11/11
Damien 8/8
Foes Remaining:
ALL DEFEATED!
Experience:
275 (28 per player)
Treasure:
None Found.
OOC: Before the party continues an individual can take a short rest to restore some of their HP at this time. Please let me know in Discord if you plan on doing so. (NOT LONG REST) Also I know Salida went twice but the last foe had 1 HP remaining and I didn't want to have us do another combat round for 1 HP creature.
Gairlik kicks at the large insect. He looks down at the trickle of blood coming from where the beast was sucking on him. "Ugh. The sucker got me." He wipes the blood away and looks to the group. "Anyone mind if a take a minute to take care of this?" Looking again back at the squashed insect-like creature. "That reminds me...," he pulls out a small gourd with a thick, greasy substance and begins applying it to his exposed skin. "This stuff supposedly keeps the bugs away. Not sure if it would work on those critters."
Waving a dismissive hand at the dwarf before continuing. "No, no it is alright if we wait, much better we keep our bait in one piece. Who else would we put in front if not for you?" Lightly chuckling before sipping on a bit of her water, hoping the liquid would help to stave off the unrelenting heat around them before going out and hoping to reclaim the bolts she had just used. The one having gone clear through the creature but able to find the first still firmly lodged in the body, reclaimed it, wiping way the blood and guts of the creature before rejoining the group.
Thom panted as the sounds of battle began to fade away. I am getting to old for this he thought as he bent down to inspect the insects but saw no sign of this "honey" the newcomer had mentioned. Maybe this will be of some use he thought as he added the insect he was inspecting to his bag of "useless" meat hanging at his side. Making his way back to the cart he stood at his designated waiting for the journey to continue. As he waited he pulled out a jar of the insect repellant and applied it on himself.
Dariel also pulls out his own jar of insect repellent and slathers some on, then moves among the fallen insects, inspecting them with interest while he waits for the others to be ready to continue, then makes his way back to his normal spot to continue on.
Having already applied the insect repellent when Salida had given it to her, Quill went to collect her arrows only to find that they were to deeply impeded in the creatures and broken to be of use. Shrugging at the lost, she offered up a quick prayer for the deceased creatures and moved on, returning to the wagon to check on the creatures that pulled it and to take a much needed break. As she passed the new man, she paused, hesitant before cautiously speaking. "You fight well, stranger. It was good thinking, suggesting we form a circle." Cocking her head, she weighed her curiosity against caution, before curiosity won out. "If you are to journey with us, may I have your name? You can call me Roywena, the rest are Dariel, Damien, Gairlik, Lesnalore, Jadyn, and Rand." Gesturing at each member of the party in turn having gathered Jadyn's and Dariels name from the document although she still privately thought of them by the nicknames she gave them: Moss, Viper , Shielder, Farsight, Raven's Servant, and Magpie.
Damien silently goes about retrieving his blade and then cleaning his equipment. As soon as that is done, he looks around to see everyone talking and decides to simply prep the cart to leave when everyone is ready. He tugs a little on his hood and lets out a sigh of air. The air was much warmer here than in the city, it felt weird to breathe, but eventually he'd get used to it. He glanced at the creatures they had for steeds, their scaly hides seemed cool compared to the air and their statures, unfazed by the recent bout of combat, matched it as such. Giving a light pat to each of the steeds, Damien hefts himself up to the cart and calls out, "We best keep moving, blood tends to attract more dangerous beasts than what that spray may ward."
Nice to see the old battle axe doing its damage correctly. Yep, I like to think of my axe as old even though it is fairly new and she's my mate for right now. My name is Rick and I do fight well and often. I prefer to just get some treasure easily, but for some reason that doesn't happen. I have had a fairly rough life, but as you can tell it has been filled with combat. Oh and I like cool slow walks through bug infested jungles and exercise daily to get this form. I can be reached at ... I don't think that's the information you are after since you can now see me. I need a group to travel with, because well I don't have bug repellent and I need to traverse this area to find the promised rewards deep into this little island of joy. That was Roy's a winner or weiner. I am sorry. How do you pronounce that name again? Sorry for the insult, but I just had to say it. I keep nicknames for people usually in my head to remember names later. As you can tell I am really Charismatic and don't mind proving it with a little fight or head butt. Seems to bring out the best in people. I used to say people who bleed together grow together, but once I saw a walking corpse with two heads and three arms and decided that was a little to close for my likings. So yeah, I think I might be of use to this group and you might be useful to me as well.
Oh and I like to talk and tell "true" stories as well.
Desarian blinks at the stream of words and simply grunts in response.
Gairlik sips from his waterskin as he continues to tend to his wounds. "Keep it elevated. That's what they say, right cleric?" He waves his arm over his head awkwardly.
Once situated his turns to the newcomer. "Sorry there. Where are my manners? Forgot to introduce myself last night. I seemed to have been too busy eating a rather dry mushroom or something else I found by the river." Remaining seated, he sticks out his hand. "Anyways... Pleased to meet you there, Rick. Name's Gairlik."
A light trickle of rain continues to fall as the party makes entry into the Jungle for the first time. The creek to the west, providing a source of water for the party and the animals, remained mostly stagnant as they traveled. The Jungle, once alive with noise, grows quiet with every passing minute. As Daylight begins to fade, so does the sound emitting from the forest until all the remains is the pitter patter of the rain drops upon the forest foliage.
AHHHHHHH!!! The silence is shattered as the scream of a male voice echoes through the forest. Several long seconds pass when a bloodied man breaks through the dense foliage, tripping on the under brush, and lands flat on his belly. Before the man has time to recover he is lunged upon by a pale creature with razor sharp teeth which bites down on the throat of the man silencing his scream. The human like creature's blue eyes gazes upon the party. Its long tongue and teeth dripping with its victims fresh blood, the creature's blue eyes look hungrily upon the party. Releasing a shrill cry of joy, the beast charges forward. Several more answer its call, bursting from the denser part of the woods and joining the quest for fresh blood.
Battle 4: Round 1
INT ORDER:
Jadyn -23
Damien -21
Ghoul 3 -20
Lesnalore -16
Thom -15
Ghoul 2 -15
Gairlik -14
Xandala -12
Dariel -11
Ghoul 1 -10
Rick -5
Quill -5
Salida - 2
OOC: Battle Map to be Posted Shortly. Send Battle Tactics the Usual Manner.
I yell. It's a ghoul-lourish day to die. Oh wait you may already be dead. Here here boy. Come here boy and taste my old battle axe. A ghoul and his money are soon parted. You remind me of a ghoul I once courted. Come here and let me drop you like I did her.
As the Ghouls begin to rush the party Jadyn immediately prays to her Deity for guidance. (Action: Ready, Pre-Casts: Toll the Dead)
Seeing the approaching monstrosities Damien quickly moves south, drawing his weapons and waiting for the Ghouls to reach him. (Action: Ready)
A Ghoul(3) draws close to Salida and attempts to slice her open with its sharp claws. Salida dodges out of the way at the last minute, avoiding the blow. (MISS!)
"Try to get them tight here soon, I wanna roast them!" Lesnalore relays to the party as she takes aim and fires her crossbow bolt at the approaching attackers. Ghoul (1) jolts back in pain but continues its charge forward. (Crossbow HIT: 10 DMG, Ghoul 1 Badly Hurt)
Seeing the Ghoul get hit by the bolt, Jadyn ends her request to the Raven Queen. Her prayer must have gone unheard because the Ghoul seemed to ignore it. (Casts: Toll the Dead, Ghoul(1) passes WIS Save)
"I stayed up all night to see where the sun went. Then it dawned on me... Ghoul 2 falls prone in laughter from the horrible joke. (Casts Tasha's Hideous laughter. Ghoul Fails WIS save, knocked Prone and can't stop laughing.)
The Ghoul seems to be stuck in a fit of laughter. (WIS SAVE FAILED! Still prone and laughing.)
Seeing Salida under attack, Gairlik takes up a flanking position and unleashes his barbaric fury. The blow crushes the side of the foe(3). (CRIT HIT! 15 DMG, Foe 3 Seriously Injured!)
Xandala raises her hands and sends a Chormatic Orb flying at her oppenant. However, her oppenant is quicker and dodges ball of energy. (Casts: Chromatic Orb, MISS!)
Dariel produces flames under their foe burning them where they stand! (Casts: Produce Flame, HIT! 8 DMG, Ghoul 1 DEFEATED!)
Charging forward, Rick rises his Battle Axe high and sends it flying into his foe. Stuck in a fit of laughter, the Ghoul is unable to avoid the attack. (HIT! 9DMG, Ghoul 2 Hurt. Ghoul 2 quits laughing. WIS Save passed!) The blow knocks some sense into the creature and he immediatly silence's his laughter.
Quill not only recognizes the foes but knows everything about them which she gladly shares to the party. (NAT CHECK CRIT PASS!) Taking careful aims she fires her arrow into the head of the Ghoul(2), avoiding hitting Rick in the process. (HIT! 6 DMG, Ghoul 2 Badly Hurt)
Salida draws her blade and strikes at her attacking Foe helping to finish it off. (HIT! 4 Dmg, Ghoul 3 Defeated!)
With no encroaching foes within reach, Damien uses the night sky to his advantage and takes cover in the dark shadows. (Ready Action: Stealth, PASSED!)
As the creature falls two more are spotted coming from the East. (PARTY PERCEPTION CHECK PASSED! 2 Ghouls Spotted to the East!)
OOC: Updated Battle Map to be posted shortly. Tactics due within 24 hours. Next Round will be calculated and posted as soon as I get them all in.
INT ORDER:
Jadyn
Damien
Lesnalore
Thom
Ghoul 2
Gairlik
Xandala
Ghoul 5
Dariel
Rick
Quill
Salida
Ghoul 4
Seeing the Ghouls approaching from the East, Jadyn positions herself next to Xandala and prepares for an attack. (ACTION: DODGE)
Damien quickly rushes to the south and strikes at the Ghoul in combat with Gairlik. Swinging both blades the Ghoul doesn't notice his attacker until it's to late! (BOTH HIT! Ghoul 3, 15 DMG. Ghoul 3 is Defeated!)
Moving in order to get a better shot, Lesnalore aims her crossbow and lets loose a bolt. The bolt misses the target. (MISS!)
Beliving himself a wise old man Thom flings insults at the Ghoul. "What smells worse then a Goblin?! Oh yeah, you!" Interesting enough, it worked. (Casts: Vicious Mockery, WIS save Failed! 2 Dmg, Ghoul 5 hurt!)
Gairlick roars out in warning to Xandala as he detects the incoming ghouls. The dwarf moves to intercept any headed to the sorcerer. He delivers a rude gesture to the undead waiting for it to come in range. (Action: Ready taken!)
Thanking Jadyn and Gairlik for their aid, Xandala raises her hands towards the nerest Ghoul, over Gairlik's muscular shoulders, and is shocked when nothing happens. (Casts: Chill Touch, CRIT MISS!)
A Ghoul to the east rushes at the wall of defenders. As he approaches Gairlik he is surprised to find an maul slamming down onto him. (Gairlick Action: Ready Activates! HIT! 9Dmg, Ghoul 5 Hurt!) Caught by surprise, the Ghoul attempts to claw at Gairlik but is able to avoid the blow easily. (MISS!)
Moving within range, Dariel sends a flame from the palm of his hands at his target to the East. The Ghoul howls in pain as he is struck. (HIT! 1 Dmg, Ghoul 5 Hurt!)
Rick heads to the east to get within range of the new foes drawing his crossbow and stowing away the axe. Aiming at the nearest Ghoul he fires. The bolt flies past his would be victim and lands harmlessly. (CRIT MISS!)
Moving for a better angle on the newcomers, Quill aims her shot and lets loose. This time her arrow hits its target. (Hit! 8dmg, Ghoul 5 Badly hurt!)
Drawing the fletchling back, Salida releases it and sends it piercing into the approaching Ghouls. (HIT! 4 DMG, Ghoul 4 Hurt!)
The last Ghoul rushes at Jadyn who was patiently waiting for it. (Reaction: Dodge Activated. Ghoul 4 MISSES!)
OOC: Updated Battle Map to be Posted Shortly. 2 Ghouls Remain, the two to the east.