Charging down the gentle slope of the sinkhole, Beetle raises his longsword. With a bright flash of green light, flame bursts forth from his blade, slashing across the goblins chest.
Attack: 20 Damage: 10 Green Flame jumps to G3 for 3 damage
Talon carves the goblins torso in half, leaving the beasts glowing body in two evenly portioned slices. Green fire explodes across the sinkhole floor, catching a second goblin unaware. The short creature grasps for its face as the flame chars its skin, leaving hideous burns in its wake.
Serak: Serak lifts his hand crossbow as he moves forward, using the crates behind Arkhan as cover. Taking steady aim at the nearest goblin, he smoothly pulls the trigger, sending the bolt toward its target.
Movement: 2E 4N
Action - Attack: 22 Damage: 7 Target: Goblin (G2)
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce damage of Critical Hits and killing blows.
Edit: Forgot Advantage. Just in case it is a Crit - 17
Taking cover behind the stack of crates, Serak raises his crossbow. Holding his breath for a moment he looses a crossbow bolt towards his target.
Action - Attack: 22 Damage: 7
The goblin falls into the writhing vines, its death quick and painless as the bolt pierces its skull. As its comrade collapses into a heap beside it, the first of the goblins charges forwards, Beetle in its sights.
Goblin 3 Attack Roll: 6
Stumbling forwards, the goblins sword catches in the vines. His blade rattles harmlessly as the beast barely manages to keep hold of the sword. In response the cave comes alive with sound. Grunts of struggle as the second of the remaining goblins tries to free itself from the vines, accompanied by an angry martial roar.
Goblin 4 Strength Save: 6 Spell Save DC: 13
From the mouth of the cave, a tall goblin like creature emerges. Dressed in thick, dented half plate armour and carrying a long greatsword in its right hand. A pair of blazing red eyes narrow as it assesses its attackers. With a roar it charges forwards, easily clearing the vines blocking its path. "A TAL DHUGGARRR!"
Beetle:
"I SAID FORWARDDD!"
Stomping heavily towards Arkahn, the beast raises its sword and slashes it hard at the dragonborn.
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 1: 22 Hobgoblin Attack Roll 2: 5 Damage: 8
(Cutting Words! Forgot about those: 2)
With two heavily dealt blows the hobgoblin cleaves a handful of links away from Arkhans mail armour. With another roaring command, it waves to the cave, urging its men forrwards.
OOC; Should have said! Arkhan that’s your turn. Hobgoblin now stands where G2 is above, G3 is one square SW. I had made the map but obviously forgot to upload it
Arkhan snarls after the hit and molten fire drool leaks from between his teeth and down his chin. He breaths in deep and spits out a cone of fire trying to angle to catch them all.
Dex DC 12 - 8 Fire Damage - half on save
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Arkhan leans backwards slightly, unleashing a blast of pure destruction. The air between the two goblinoids erupts into flame, charring their skin as they somehow manage to avoid the worst of the blast.
Aiming to capitalise on the goblins distraction, Syna flicks his sleeve away from his wrist and with an outstretched hand sends winters fury onto the hobgoblin.
Hobgoblin Constitution Save: 13 Spell Save DC: 13 Damage: 4
As frigid air descends into the cave mouth, the hobgoblins fingers start to ache. Sheer cold invades every inch of his muscular body, sending violent shivers down his arm and weakening his grip. With a grunt he tries his best to shake it off, determined to seek his revenge on his attackers.
With a deft swing of his longsword, Beetle turns on the nearest of the goblins, barely straining with effort.
Attack: 20 Damage: 9
A strip of blood splatters across the floor as another goblin falls to the ground. A few feet away, the hobgoblins expression suddenly changes. Determination turns to blind rage as he yells to the last of his remaining soldiers, "HAAR OR AN OR MAAGAAN"
Serak: Surprised by the sudden appearance of the heavily armor hobgoblin, Serak scrambles backward to safety. He moves quickly to Syna's side and says with a smirk, "Watch this!"
Standing over the flames of the campfire, the Bard produces a small piece of iron and shouts, "Fraetairunis!"
Movement: 1S 5W
Action - Heat Metal - Target: Hobgoblin(Half-Plate) Damage: 4 (Fire) - Attacks and Skill Checks have Disadvantage.
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce damage of Critical Hits and Killing Blows.
This post has potentially manipulated dice roll results.
Thefaint blue glow of faerie fire disappears from the mouth of the cave. In its place red light slowly fills the air, accompanied by the subtle aroma of burning flesh. The hobgoblin shifts uncomfortably in his armour, a clear plume of smoke starting to billow from beneath his armour as it slowly reddens.
Goblin 4 Strength Save: 9 Spell Save DC: 13
A loud frustrated groan echoes from the cave mouth as the last of the remaining goblins struggles to free itself. The tangle of vines grasped tightly around its legs worsening with each failed attempt. Ahead of it, the hobgoblin captain raises its greatsword again, circling around the golden dragonborn as its flesh sizzles.
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 1:5 (With HeatMetal D/A) Hobgoblin Attack Roll 2: 8 (With HeatMetal D/A)
Blinded by the pain of the intense heat, the hobgoblin slashes its greatsword wildly. Arkhan barely needs to move. Each strike wide of the mark by some margin.
This post has potentially manipulated dice roll results.
Arkhan swings at the first opportunity, swiping out at his burning target. The hobgoblin, still fully aware of his martial responsibilities ducks away, grunting loudly as the heated plate armour presses against his back.
A short distance away, Syna extends an open palm again and sends forth a second blast of wintery air.
Hobgoblin Constitution Save: 13 (With D/A) Spell Save DC: 13
The cold fails to penetrate the heat of the now bright red plate armour. Any ice that forms on its surface quickly melts away, unnoticed by the furious hobgoblin.
OOC: Beetle, your turn again! Positions and health is unchanged Arkhan! Sounds like a bit of a drama, hope alls ok!
Noticing the lone goblin still entangled within the cave mouth, the Bard takes aim with his crossbow as he steps forward. As the bolt sails into the cave, Serak moves back to Syna's side.
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce Damage of Critical Hits and Killing Blows.
OOC: Hope all is well, YoFizz. If I had to guess, between the power outage and now evacuation, I'd say it's a safe bet you live in California. Stay safe out there.
Carefully circling the mouth of the cave, Beetle searches for an opening to strike. The hobgoblin lurches backwards suddenly in pain and the paladin takes his chance, unleashing a bolt of crackling energy from the tip of his longsword. The beam catches the beast squarely in the chest, sending long arcs of blinding light spreading across its body.
A moment later, the hobgoblins armour explodes sending shrapnel high into the air. The sudden increase in heat pushing the half plate past its limit, turning the hobgoblin into a charred heap as it falls to the ground. The bard maintains concentration, turning his attention to the final goblin target. With a soft thud his crossbow bolt finds its mark, planting itself into the goblins head - its body still upright in the tangle of vines.
As small fragments of steel continue to fall around them, Serak throws a wry smile at his fellow adventurers.
OOC: Combat over! 250xp each for that one. That heat metal spell is pretty powerful Serak! You made short work of that Hobber
((ooc: still 500xp away from lvl4 D: and yes, I'm in California, its been a mess. Myself and my family are all safe. I am finally sitting down at my laptop and posting for once. It feels nice.))
Arkhan still stand at the mouth of the cave until the others look like they are entering and if he has trouble seeing, he'll light up a torch.
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Serak: Holstering his hand crossbow on his hip as he assists Beetle in quickly searching the bodies, Serak remarks, "Well done everyone! There may be more inside."
Perception: 18
Their search complete, Serak cautiously approaches the entrance of the cave. Acutely aware of the Cragmaw's love of traps, he slow begins moving forward into the cavern below.
Stealth: 17
Perception: 12
OOC: Good to hear you're safe, YoFizz. Hopefully they get it under control soon and you can return home.
BrownBeard, Heat Metal is such a versatile spell, I couldn't not take it. No Attack roll or Save and he can repeat the Damage every turn as a Bonus Action. Super OP against anyone in metal armor, since they can't drop it, and he can disarm people without a roll. Good timing that we encountered our first Heavy Armor wearing enemy right after Serak got the spell. lol
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"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
OOC: just a heads up guys I am leaving Sat Nov 2nd on a cruise for Bermuda and I will be back the following Sat Nov 9th...Having a vow renewal ceremony on the cruise since originally my wife and I got married a year and a half ago in a courthouse so now we are having a small ceremony finally!!!
OOC: No probs Beetle. Hope you guys have a great and memorable trip!
Roughly shoving the last of the goblin corpses aside, Beetle holds aloft his findings - a mere 20 silver worth of copper coins. Sharing them out equally amongst the others he turns to follow Serak inside.
The cave interior is cramped, dingy and dark. Hanging in the air is the stench of goblins with a hint of rotting flesh. Serak takes care as he steps inside, absent mindedly cutting down a snare lying prepared a few feet inside.
Along the right hand wall is a tall pile of empty crates, each emblazoned with the familiar blue rampant lion of the Lionshield Coster. The source of the fleshy smell is clear as the parties eyes adjust to the darkness - several withered Elven heads stand mounted on spears along the far wall. Each one bearing a sagging but clearly terrified expression. Any remaining floor space is taken up by spoiled animal furs and churned up earth - evidence of the struggling goblin. Exchanging glances between one another, the party all reach the same conclusion rather quickly - a Cragmaw outpost.
Charging down the gentle slope of the sinkhole, Beetle raises his longsword. With a bright flash of green light, flame bursts forth from his blade, slashing across the goblins chest.
Attack: 20
Damage: 10
Green Flame jumps to G3 for 3 damage
Talon carves the goblins torso in half, leaving the beasts glowing body in two evenly portioned slices. Green fire explodes across the sinkhole floor, catching a second goblin unaware. The short creature grasps for its face as the flame chars its skin, leaving hideous burns in its wake.
OOC: Serak back to you!
ROUND 2
Serak: Serak lifts his hand crossbow as he moves forward, using the crates behind Arkhan as cover. Taking steady aim at the nearest goblin, he smoothly pulls the trigger, sending the bolt toward its target.
Movement: 2E 4N
Action - Attack: 22 Damage: 7 Target: Goblin (G2)
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce damage of Critical Hits and killing blows.
Edit: Forgot Advantage. Just in case it is a Crit - 17
"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
Taking cover behind the stack of crates, Serak raises his crossbow. Holding his breath for a moment he looses a crossbow bolt towards his target.
Action - Attack: 22
Damage: 7
The goblin falls into the writhing vines, its death quick and painless as the bolt pierces its skull. As its comrade collapses into a heap beside it, the first of the goblins charges forwards, Beetle in its sights.
Goblin 3 Attack Roll: 6
Stumbling forwards, the goblins sword catches in the vines. His blade rattles harmlessly as the beast barely manages to keep hold of the sword. In response the cave comes alive with sound. Grunts of struggle as the second of the remaining goblins tries to free itself from the vines, accompanied by an angry martial roar.
Goblin 4 Strength Save: 6
Spell Save DC: 13
From the mouth of the cave, a tall goblin like creature emerges. Dressed in thick, dented half plate armour and carrying a long greatsword in its right hand. A pair of blazing red eyes narrow as it assesses its attackers. With a roar it charges forwards, easily clearing the vines blocking its path. "A TAL DHUGGARRR!"
Beetle:
"I SAID FORWARDDD!"
Stomping heavily towards Arkahn, the beast raises its sword and slashes it hard at the dragonborn.
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 1: 22
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 2: 5
Damage: 8
(Cutting Words! Forgot about those: 2)
With two heavily dealt blows the hobgoblin cleaves a handful of links away from Arkhans mail armour. With another roaring command, it waves to the cave, urging its men forrwards.
OOC; Should have said! Arkhan that’s your turn. Hobgoblin now stands where G2 is above, G3 is one square SW. I had made the map but obviously forgot to upload it
Arkhan snarls after the hit and molten fire drool leaks from between his teeth and down his chin. He breaths in deep and spits out a cone of fire trying to angle to catch them all.
Dex DC 12 - 8 Fire Damage - half on save
Gash - Lvl14 Goblin Wizard - The High Court of the Aasimar Queen
Goblin 3 Dex Save: 20
Hobgoblin Dex Save: 18
Save DC: 12
Arkhan leans backwards slightly, unleashing a blast of pure destruction. The air between the two goblinoids erupts into flame, charring their skin as they somehow manage to avoid the worst of the blast.
Aiming to capitalise on the goblins distraction, Syna flicks his sleeve away from his wrist and with an outstretched hand sends winters fury onto the hobgoblin.
Hobgoblin Constitution Save: 13
Spell Save DC: 13
Damage: 4
As frigid air descends into the cave mouth, the hobgoblins fingers start to ache. Sheer cold invades every inch of his muscular body, sending violent shivers down his arm and weakening his grip. With a grunt he tries his best to shake it off, determined to seek his revenge on his attackers.
OOC: Beetle, thats back to you again!
Beetle brings Talon around once again on G3....
Attack: 17 Damage: 11
With a deft swing of his longsword, Beetle turns on the nearest of the goblins, barely straining with effort.
Attack: 20
Damage: 9
A strip of blood splatters across the floor as another goblin falls to the ground. A few feet away, the hobgoblins expression suddenly changes. Determination turns to blind rage as he yells to the last of his remaining soldiers, "HAAR OR AN OR MAAGAAN"
Beetle:
"GET YOUR ASS OUT HERE!"
ROUND 3
ooc: Serak, back to you!
Deleted: Doublepost
"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
Serak: Surprised by the sudden appearance of the heavily armor hobgoblin, Serak scrambles backward to safety. He moves quickly to Syna's side and says with a smirk, "Watch this!"
Standing over the flames of the campfire, the Bard produces a small piece of iron and shouts, "Fraeta irunis!"
Movement: 1S 5W
Action - Heat Metal - Target: Hobgoblin(Half-Plate) Damage: 4 (Fire) - Attacks and Skill Checks have Disadvantage.
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce damage of Critical Hits and Killing Blows.
"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
The faint blue glow of faerie fire disappears from the mouth of the cave. In its place red light slowly fills the air, accompanied by the subtle aroma of burning flesh. The hobgoblin shifts uncomfortably in his armour, a clear plume of smoke starting to billow from beneath his armour as it slowly reddens.
Goblin 4 Strength Save: 9
Spell Save DC: 13
A loud frustrated groan echoes from the cave mouth as the last of the remaining goblins struggles to free itself. The tangle of vines grasped tightly around its legs worsening with each failed attempt. Ahead of it, the hobgoblin captain raises its greatsword again, circling around the golden dragonborn as its flesh sizzles.
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 1:5 (With HeatMetal D/A)
Hobgoblin Attack Roll 2: 8 (With HeatMetal D/A)
Blinded by the pain of the intense heat, the hobgoblin slashes its greatsword wildly. Arkhan barely needs to move. Each strike wide of the mark by some margin.
OOC: Arkhan thats your turn
Arkhan takes out Hew and emboldens it with thunderous energy. He swings it at hobgoblin.
Attack: 16 Damage: 12
(Ooc: had to evacuate my home. If I keep you waiting go ahead and autopilot me)
Gash - Lvl14 Goblin Wizard - The High Court of the Aasimar Queen
Arkhan swings at the first opportunity, swiping out at his burning target. The hobgoblin, still fully aware of his martial responsibilities ducks away, grunting loudly as the heated plate armour presses against his back.
A short distance away, Syna extends an open palm again and sends forth a second blast of wintery air.
Hobgoblin Constitution Save: 13 (With D/A)
Spell Save DC: 13
The cold fails to penetrate the heat of the now bright red plate armour. Any ice that forms on its surface quickly melts away, unnoticed by the furious hobgoblin.
OOC: Beetle, your turn again! Positions and health is unchanged
Arkhan! Sounds like a bit of a drama, hope alls ok!
Beetle trying to avoid the vines moves 1 square north and casts Eldritch Blast at the Hobgoblin
Attack: 18 Damage: 8
Serak: Watching with delight as the Hobgoblin takes a beating, Serak continues to stoke the flames.
Bonus Action - Heat Metal - Damage: 8 (Fire)
Noticing the lone goblin still entangled within the cave mouth, the Bard takes aim with his crossbow as he steps forward. As the bolt sails into the cave, Serak moves back to Syna's side.
Movement: 10ft NE
Action - Attack(Adv. Restrained): 25 Damage: 8 Target: Goblin(G4)
Movement: 15ft S
Reaction - Cutting Words - Condition: Anyone hit by 4 or less. Reduce Damage of Critical Hits and Killing Blows.
OOC: Hope all is well, YoFizz. If I had to guess, between the power outage and now evacuation, I'd say it's a safe bet you live in California. Stay safe out there.
"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
Carefully circling the mouth of the cave, Beetle searches for an opening to strike. The hobgoblin lurches backwards suddenly in pain and the paladin takes his chance, unleashing a bolt of crackling energy from the tip of his longsword. The beam catches the beast squarely in the chest, sending long arcs of blinding light spreading across its body.
A moment later, the hobgoblins armour explodes sending shrapnel high into the air. The sudden increase in heat pushing the half plate past its limit, turning the hobgoblin into a charred heap as it falls to the ground. The bard maintains concentration, turning his attention to the final goblin target. With a soft thud his crossbow bolt finds its mark, planting itself into the goblins head - its body still upright in the tangle of vines.
As small fragments of steel continue to fall around them, Serak throws a wry smile at his fellow adventurers.
OOC: Combat over! 250xp each for that one. That heat metal spell is pretty powerful Serak! You made short work of that Hobber
Once the vines subside Beetle will move in and search the cave and the dead bodies
((ooc: still 500xp away from lvl4 D: and yes, I'm in California, its been a mess. Myself and my family are all safe. I am finally sitting down at my laptop and posting for once. It feels nice.))
Arkhan still stand at the mouth of the cave until the others look like they are entering and if he has trouble seeing, he'll light up a torch.
Gash - Lvl14 Goblin Wizard - The High Court of the Aasimar Queen
Serak: Holstering his hand crossbow on his hip as he assists Beetle in quickly searching the bodies, Serak remarks, "Well done everyone! There may be more inside."
Perception: 18
Their search complete, Serak cautiously approaches the entrance of the cave. Acutely aware of the Cragmaw's love of traps, he slow begins moving forward into the cavern below.
Stealth: 17
Perception: 12
OOC: Good to hear you're safe, YoFizz. Hopefully they get it under control soon and you can return home.
BrownBeard, Heat Metal is such a versatile spell, I couldn't not take it. No Attack roll or Save and he can repeat the Damage every turn as a Bonus Action. Super OP against anyone in metal armor, since they can't drop it, and he can disarm people without a roll. Good timing that we encountered our first Heavy Armor wearing enemy right after Serak got the spell. lol
"Not all those who wander are lost." - J.R.R. Tolkien
OOC: just a heads up guys I am leaving Sat Nov 2nd on a cruise for Bermuda and I will be back the following Sat Nov 9th...Having a vow renewal ceremony on the cruise since originally my wife and I got married a year and a half ago in a courthouse so now we are having a small ceremony finally!!!
OOC: No probs Beetle. Hope you guys have a great and memorable trip!
Roughly shoving the last of the goblin corpses aside, Beetle holds aloft his findings - a mere 20 silver worth of copper coins. Sharing them out equally amongst the others he turns to follow Serak inside.
The cave interior is cramped, dingy and dark. Hanging in the air is the stench of goblins with a hint of rotting flesh. Serak takes care as he steps inside, absent mindedly cutting down a snare lying prepared a few feet inside.
Along the right hand wall is a tall pile of empty crates, each emblazoned with the familiar blue rampant lion of the Lionshield Coster. The source of the fleshy smell is clear as the parties eyes adjust to the darkness - several withered Elven heads stand mounted on spears along the far wall. Each one bearing a sagging but clearly terrified expression. Any remaining floor space is taken up by spoiled animal furs and churned up earth - evidence of the struggling goblin. Exchanging glances between one another, the party all reach the same conclusion rather quickly - a Cragmaw outpost.