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Drow Strength Check 14
The Drow looks down at the Gnarls who now has his teet sunk into his leg. As he’s looking down he feels the shove from Tobias before he finds himself falling. You each watch as his fall is broken by the web below. He fights and struggles and before long, a giant eight legged creature makes it way down a string of webs before beginning to feast on its newly acquired prey. The quaggoths behind you continue to scratch and claw at the metal gate but can’t get through.
El peers over the edge and winces, "Daaaammnn." They take a moment then start to close the gate to the quaggoth pit. El takes out the Carnelian Gem and tosses it up in the air like a ball, "If anyone finds my stuff I'll give em this pretty rock"
"Prince Dendril, are these friends of yours? They don't seem as willing to be nice to us? Great work El. I wager that trick of yours saved us. We should get to the others quick before more guards come or that spider finishes it's meal."
Cyndral dashes over to those who had been engaged with the scrap with the Drow most directly, gesturing to join the rest of the party as he does so.
"Let's hurry, we can't waste this chance. There's no way of knowing when the priestess will send more to subdue us, and I certainly don't think we'll be allowed to live long enough to try something like this again when they do."
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Shishakli wastes no time and starts to search for as many bolts for his crossbow as possible, knowing that they'll need to get out. He's on the lookout for any weapons, though will share anything other than crossbow bolts/arrows with anyone else before claiming them for himself.
Tobias breathes a sigh of relief having dealt with the last - for now - guard. He then immediately wheels on El and points a meaty finger in his chest. "You said you had a plan to find our equipment, but we had to act soon. Well, we've acted, and now your plan is to pay one of us with that gem?! Please tell me you have a better idea!"
"My plan was to get the information out of the guards, unfortunately the plan changed once they were alerted to our presence however if we find some that are unaware of our escape I can still use my Disguise to fool them into telling me where it is being kept"
Once they finish closing the gate enough that the quaggoths are sure not to escape and wreak havoc on the group, El begins to search for their gear. Invg 10"Oh if anyone is in dire need of healing I got you, but I only have enough magic for the one spell so if your not half dead you'll have to wait until we find some medical supplies"
OoC: We're using spell slots right? Also if the gear isn't in the same room then the investigation is to search for where it might be
Not being able to search the Drow that is still being dissected by the giant spider, Gnarls instead searches the other Drow guard near him, finding another shortsword, crossbow and 7 bolts. Tucked inside a small pocket is a pouch containing 8 silver pieces, 2 gold pieces and a small object made of dried vines that have been knotted together to look vaguely like the shape of a person.
Once the group are more together, Prince Dendril says “They look the same as me yes, but as I’ve explained, I am not one of them. I was once a noble prince of the surface world, known for my loyalty and kindness. Then, I became...” He looks down at his own body “This”
El looks around, there is no sign of any additional gear out in the open around where these guards were stationed.
"The guard tower seems like our best bet, but I can't see much. I'm pretty hurt but will live (7/14). Hopefully the guard tower has some antidote for the damn poison on those crossbow bolts. Speaking of crossbows, can either of you use these? I can make good use of a 2nd sword but not at the expense of someone going unarmed"
After searching the downed guards Shishakli says "I can see with no problem... Let me see what's around, and what I might recognize."15 ((darkvision 120 ft))
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El looks at Gnarls and mutters something, then with a short series of gestures they attempt to cast a spell that has got them out of more than a few binds. The familiar healing magic of Cure Wounds tingles down their fingers and multicoloured light bleeds from El's hands towards the Halfling. Once it contacts his skin it sparks around his wounds as it begins to repair his body. 7
Looking around Shishakli can see the Quaggoth pit where the last fight ended, the spider webs that form underneath the cliff face and further down, the cavern floor about 100ft below. There is a small pond that has formed, the source of which appears to be the waterfall up ahead. Across the rope bridge, the large guard tower sits where most of the group are currently positioned around is made from a huge stalactite that hangs from the cave ceiling. There is a large wooden door built into the side but no windows. In the distance he can just about make out another 3 large stalactites over another rope bridge on the other side of the guard tower.
"My apologies Prince. The heat and furor of battle blinded my thinking. Thank you, and everyone for good work on that escape. This is just the start though, I fear! Anyone who needs a weapon I have an extra shortsword and a crossbow with some bolts. We could get more from the other guard but a big 'ole spider seems to have claimed dibs on them. I'm inclined to let it have them"
As he feels a chill Gnarls notices his wounds are healed "Thank you El, I feel much more comfortable throwing my tiny but tough body around like this!"
Gnarls will move as quickly as he can while being safe toward the guard tower.
Once everyone is ready and there (Gnarls will want to make sure anyone unequiped has a weapon), Gnarls is happy to open the door if no one else does. Is it locked?
"Well, I'm sure you will have a chance. That was just four of the dozens of guards they have around here." Tobias turns and heads to the guard tower. "Let's move before they figure out something has gone wrong. Who knows when the guards were expected to report."
Tobias considers taking the sword Gnarls found. "My training is with simpler weapons I'm afraid," he replies to the halfling. "If Ront can use it then I could take the pipe back..?"He looks to the orc.
(OOC: I thought forge clerics got martial weapon prof, but no luck...)
El follows Gnarls, keeping an eye on the Giant Spider nearby and skittering back every time it moves. "I can fight with two swords or take a crossbow if there's spare, also I second the vote to leave that thing well enough alone. as nice as the extra gear would be I'm not sure I want to risk it"
OoC: did the guards have any armour? If not El is going to take a set of their clothes anyway
As Tobias prays, he begins to feel slightly better as he stands ready to see what Gnarls will do.
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With a grin, Gnarls goes low to help Tobias. "Hey Dark One, look at me you honorless bastard". He then chomps down on the Drow's leg.
Drow Strength Check 14
The Drow looks down at the Gnarls who now has his teet sunk into his leg. As he’s looking down he feels the shove from Tobias before he finds himself falling. You each watch as his fall is broken by the web below. He fights and struggles and before long, a giant eight legged creature makes it way down a string of webs before beginning to feast on its newly acquired prey. The quaggoths behind you continue to scratch and claw at the metal gate but can’t get through.
End of Combat
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Vosdred Ironeye - Hill Dwarf - Fighter/Wizard - PBP Game of the Last Chance
El peers over the edge and winces, "Daaaammnn." They take a moment then start to close the gate to the quaggoth pit. El takes out the Carnelian Gem and tosses it up in the air like a ball, "If anyone finds my stuff I'll give em this pretty rock"
Gnarls will search Drow 1
"Prince Dendril, are these friends of yours? They don't seem as willing to be nice to us? Great work El. I wager that trick of yours saved us. We should get to the others quick before more guards come or that spider finishes it's meal."
Cyndral dashes over to those who had been engaged with the scrap with the Drow most directly, gesturing to join the rest of the party as he does so.
"Let's hurry, we can't waste this chance. There's no way of knowing when the priestess will send more to subdue us, and I certainly don't think we'll be allowed to live long enough to try something like this again when they do."
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Shishakli wastes no time and starts to search for as many bolts for his crossbow as possible, knowing that they'll need to get out. He's on the lookout for any weapons, though will share anything other than crossbow bolts/arrows with anyone else before claiming them for himself.
investigation: 23
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Tobias breathes a sigh of relief having dealt with the last - for now - guard. He then immediately wheels on El and points a meaty finger in his chest. "You said you had a plan to find our equipment, but we had to act soon. Well, we've acted, and now your plan is to pay one of us with that gem?! Please tell me you have a better idea!"
"My plan was to get the information out of the guards, unfortunately the plan changed once they were alerted to our presence however if we find some that are unaware of our escape I can still use my Disguise to fool them into telling me where it is being kept"
Once they finish closing the gate enough that the quaggoths are sure not to escape and wreak havoc on the group, El begins to search for their gear. Invg 10 "Oh if anyone is in dire need of healing I got you, but I only have enough magic for the one spell so if your not half dead you'll have to wait until we find some medical supplies"
OoC: We're using spell slots right? Also if the gear isn't in the same room then the investigation is to search for where it might be
Not being able to search the Drow that is still being dissected by the giant spider, Gnarls instead searches the other Drow guard near him, finding another shortsword, crossbow and 7 bolts. Tucked inside a small pocket is a pouch containing 8 silver pieces, 2 gold pieces and a small object made of dried vines that have been knotted together to look vaguely like the shape of a person.
Once the group are more together, Prince Dendril says “They look the same as me yes, but as I’ve explained, I am not one of them. I was once a noble prince of the surface world, known for my loyalty and kindness. Then, I became...” He looks down at his own body “This”
El looks around, there is no sign of any additional gear out in the open around where these guards were stationed.
(OOC - Yes, we are using spell slots)
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Vosdred Ironeye - Hill Dwarf - Fighter/Wizard - PBP Game of the Last Chance
"The guard tower seems like our best bet, but I can't see much. I'm pretty hurt but will live (7/14). Hopefully the guard tower has some antidote for the damn poison on those crossbow bolts. Speaking of crossbows, can either of you use these? I can make good use of a 2nd sword but not at the expense of someone going unarmed"
After searching the downed guards Shishakli says "I can see with no problem... Let me see what's around, and what I might recognize." 15 ((darkvision 120 ft))
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El looks at Gnarls and mutters something, then with a short series of gestures they attempt to cast a spell that has got them out of more than a few binds. The familiar healing magic of Cure Wounds tingles down their fingers and multicoloured light bleeds from El's hands towards the Halfling. Once it contacts his skin it sparks around his wounds as it begins to repair his body. 7
Looking around Shishakli can see the Quaggoth pit where the last fight ended, the spider webs that form underneath the cliff face and further down, the cavern floor about 100ft below. There is a small pond that has formed, the source of which appears to be the waterfall up ahead. Across the rope bridge, the large guard tower sits where most of the group are currently positioned around is made from a huge stalactite that hangs from the cave ceiling. There is a large wooden door built into the side but no windows. In the distance he can just about make out another 3 large stalactites over another rope bridge on the other side of the guard tower.
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Dungeon Master - PBP Out Of The Abyss (Closed)
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((Did I find anything in my search?))
Shishakli, coming down from the tower, will quickly tell everyone what he saw around.
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"My apologies Prince. The heat and furor of battle blinded my thinking. Thank you, and everyone for good work on that escape. This is just the start though, I fear! Anyone who needs a weapon I have an extra shortsword and a crossbow with some bolts. We could get more from the other guard but a big 'ole spider seems to have claimed dibs on them. I'm inclined to let it have them"
As he feels a chill Gnarls notices his wounds are healed "Thank you El, I feel much more comfortable throwing my tiny but tough body around like this!"
Gnarls will move as quickly as he can while being safe toward the guard tower.
(OOC - Are you entering the guard tower?)
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Vosdred Ironeye - Hill Dwarf - Fighter/Wizard - PBP Game of the Last Chance
Once everyone is ready and there (Gnarls will want to make sure anyone unequiped has a weapon), Gnarls is happy to open the door if no one else does. Is it locked?
OoC: Gnarls is still poisoned right?
"Well, I'm sure you will have a chance. That was just four of the dozens of guards they have around here." Tobias turns and heads to the guard tower. "Let's move before they figure out something has gone wrong. Who knows when the guards were expected to report."
Tobias considers taking the sword Gnarls found. "My training is with simpler weapons I'm afraid," he replies to the halfling. "If Ront can use it then I could take the pipe back..?" He looks to the orc.
(OOC: I thought forge clerics got martial weapon prof, but no luck...)
El follows Gnarls, keeping an eye on the Giant Spider nearby and skittering back every time it moves. "I can fight with two swords or take a crossbow if there's spare, also I second the vote to leave that thing well enough alone. as nice as the extra gear would be I'm not sure I want to risk it"
OoC: did the guards have any armour? If not El is going to take a set of their clothes anyway