"There's a new game in town," Darvin says to the devil as his rapier begins to glow faintly (Bonus action: casting wrathful smite). He then approaches the devil threateningly but cautiously, and suddenly thrusts his magic sword at it.
(If it hits, the devil takes extra psychic damage (factored in below) and has to make a DC 16 Wisdom save or be frightened, needing to use an action to make a DC 16 Wisdom check (not save) to break the condition. Darvin also uses a defensive flourish, adding 2 to both the damage and his AC until the start of Darvin's next turn)
Tibi turns to the party "be on your guard lads he may be back with some friends!" He then turns to the woman and bows "what happened, why was that creature chasing you?"
The woman stops and puts the children down. "Thank you, thank you! Ever since the city has come to wherever we are these creatures harass and attack us. My name is Harkina. Many of Elturel’s citizens died when the city was drawn to this terrible place. Still more have died in the days since, from the attacks of terrible creatures, a lack of food and water, and the collapse of many of the city’s buildings. Me and the boys have been hiding in the basement of a tavern that had enough reserves of food and water to keep us alive for a time. When those provisions ran out, we were forced to creep from safety to search for more. The city has been split in two. I have heard from other survivors that this side of Elturel (formerly the eastern part of the city) is the worst off. The High Hall — the great castle that is home to Elturel’s leaders — is where I was planning to take the boys to find safety. High Overseer Thavius Kreeg is the leader of the city, and I hope that he is working on a plan to rescue survivors and drive away the devils. If he’s still alive, Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard of Baldur’s Gate is probably at the High Hall as well." She says as you question here as to what is going on.
"High Overseer Thavius Kreeg is the leader of the city, and I hope that he is working on a plan to rescue survivors and drive away the devils. If he’s still alive, Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard of Baldur’s Gate is probably at the High Hall as well."
At the mention of Kreeg Tibi looks over to Reya and raises an eyebrow. He then turns back to the women "well as it happens the High Hall is where we were headed so we will be happy to escort you." He then bends down and looks at the boys "now what are your names?"
Gil would take a few notes about what the woman was saying. "So can you give us any other information about important buildings nearby where we might collect supplies if needed? You seem familiar with the town. Could you provide directions to any magic shops, blacksmiths, general stores, barracks.. and those types of buildings where we might find tools to fight the demons."
"My boys are Phillip and Jon. Please take us with you to the High Hall." She looks to Reya, you are a Hellrider, there are few left but thank you for your help.
Reya remains quiet about Kreeg. "We should keep moving." is all she says.
Answering Gilbert Harkina shakes her head. "No, I know of nothing like that. I just ran a bakery. But food and supplies are now scarce and the city has been looted by these creatures."
Tibi turns to the party "righto gentlemen and Reya I'll take point, Drabash can you act as rearguard, Reya will you lead. Darvin and Gil can you provide close escort."He turns to the boys and says "that one" pointing to Gil "has always got something interesting in his pockets - why don't you ask him what is in there?"Tibi then launches himself into the air and flies about 15 feet above and 15 feet in front of the party.
Drabash agrees with Reya, "We don't want to linger in any one place too long, especially in a place as dangerous as this. I am happy to take the rear and make sure nothing sneaks up on us."
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Darvin and Gilbert both get a hit on the fleeing Bearded Devil but it makes its escape and flees . After speaking with Harkina for a few moments and getting an idea of what is going on you move on. Reya takes the lead as she knows the city best.
As you pass an alleyway, you notice an imp talking with a halfling. The two are focused on each other, making it easy for you to get close enough to overhear the conversation in Common. The halfling, named Pilster, has been hiding with his family in the basement of their shop. They are running out of food, so Pilster has braved the streets to search for provisions. The imp, Perchillux, is offering Pilster a month’s worth of food for the low price of his soul. Pilster is preparing to sign the contract as you come upon the pair.
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Darvin sees Gil begin to cast a spell, and nods, drawing his rapier.
Initiative: 8
"Darvin" | Changeling | Hexblade 1 / Swords Bard 6 | Descent Into Avernus (AC 19; PP 14; 52/52 HP)
Anton Chergoba | Human | Battlemaster 4 | Lost Mines of Phandelver (AC 20; PP 14; 36/36 HP)
Init - Darvin 21, Tibi 16, Gilbert 4, Drabash 15, Barbed Devil 18
Darvin, Barbed Devil, Tibi, Drabash, Gilbert
The devil is about 20 feet from you as it rounds the corner.
Darvin, what do you do?
"There's a new game in town," Darvin says to the devil as his rapier begins to glow faintly (Bonus action: casting wrathful smite). He then approaches the devil threateningly but cautiously, and suddenly thrusts his magic sword at it.
(If it hits, the devil takes extra psychic damage (factored in below) and has to make a DC 16 Wisdom save or be frightened, needing to use an action to make a DC 16 Wisdom check (not save) to break the condition. Darvin also uses a defensive flourish, adding 2 to both the damage and his AC until the start of Darvin's next turn)
Attack: 11 Damage: 16
OoC: Wellp.
"Darvin" | Changeling | Hexblade 1 / Swords Bard 6 | Descent Into Avernus (AC 19; PP 14; 52/52 HP)
Anton Chergoba | Human | Battlemaster 4 | Lost Mines of Phandelver (AC 20; PP 14; 36/36 HP)
The bearded devil ducks under Darvin's blade but seeing that he is out numbered by a large amount he turns around and dashes away as fast as he can.
gilbert would fire a ray of frost towards the devil from the tip of his wand.
Attack: 17 Damage: 9
Did Tibi manage to block the devil’s escape?
DM - Stopping a god in his tracks
No because he dashed away before your action.
Tibi turns to the party "be on your guard lads he may be back with some friends!" He then turns to the woman and bows "what happened, why was that creature chasing you?"
DM - Stopping a god in his tracks
The woman stops and puts the children down. "Thank you, thank you! Ever since the city has come to wherever we are these creatures harass and attack us. My name is Harkina. Many of Elturel’s citizens died when the city was drawn to this terrible place. Still more have died in the days since, from the attacks of terrible creatures, a lack of food and water, and the collapse of many of the city’s buildings. Me and the boys have been hiding in the basement of a tavern that had enough reserves of food and water to keep us alive for a time. When those provisions ran out, we were forced to creep from safety to search for more. The city has been split in two. I have heard from other survivors that this side of Elturel (formerly the eastern part of the city) is the worst off. The High Hall — the great castle that is home to Elturel’s leaders — is where I was planning to take the boys to find safety.
High Overseer Thavius Kreeg is the leader of the city, and I hope that he is working on a plan to rescue survivors and drive away the devils. If he’s still alive, Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard of Baldur’s Gate is probably at the High Hall as well." She says as you question here as to what is going on.
Darvin strikes at the devil as it tries to flee
Attack (Booming Blade via War Caster): 12 Damage: 29
Plus another 9 thunder damage if it keeps moving
"Darvin" | Changeling | Hexblade 1 / Swords Bard 6 | Descent Into Avernus (AC 19; PP 14; 52/52 HP)
Anton Chergoba | Human | Battlemaster 4 | Lost Mines of Phandelver (AC 20; PP 14; 36/36 HP)
At the mention of Kreeg Tibi looks over to Reya and raises an eyebrow. He then turns back to the women "well as it happens the High Hall is where we were headed so we will be happy to escort you." He then bends down and looks at the boys "now what are your names?"
DM - Stopping a god in his tracks
Gil would take a few notes about what the woman was saying. "So can you give us any other information about important buildings nearby where we might collect supplies if needed? You seem familiar with the town. Could you provide directions to any magic shops, blacksmiths, general stores, barracks.. and those types of buildings where we might find tools to fight the demons."
"My boys are Phillip and Jon. Please take us with you to the High Hall." She looks to Reya, you are a Hellrider, there are few left but thank you for your help.
Reya remains quiet about Kreeg. "We should keep moving." is all she says.
Answering Gilbert Harkina shakes her head. "No, I know of nothing like that. I just ran a bakery. But food and supplies are now scarce and the city has been looted by these creatures."
Tibi turns to the party "righto gentlemen and Reya I'll take point, Drabash can you act as rearguard, Reya will you lead. Darvin and Gil can you provide close escort." He turns to the boys and says "that one" pointing to Gil "has always got something interesting in his pockets - why don't you ask him what is in there?" Tibi then launches himself into the air and flies about 15 feet above and 15 feet in front of the party.
DM - Stopping a god in his tracks
Darvin nods. "Let's get to the high hall."
"Darvin" | Changeling | Hexblade 1 / Swords Bard 6 | Descent Into Avernus (AC 19; PP 14; 52/52 HP)
Anton Chergoba | Human | Battlemaster 4 | Lost Mines of Phandelver (AC 20; PP 14; 36/36 HP)
Drabash agrees with Reya, "We don't want to linger in any one place too long, especially in a place as dangerous as this. I am happy to take the rear and make sure nothing sneaks up on us."
Gil would nod and stick close to the others with his wand at the ready.
Darvin and Gilbert both get a hit on the fleeing Bearded Devil but it makes its escape and flees . After speaking with Harkina for a few moments and getting an idea of what is going on you move on. Reya takes the lead as she knows the city best.
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As you pass an alleyway, you notice an imp talking with a halfling. The two are focused on each other, making it easy for you to get close enough to overhear the conversation in Common. The halfling, named Pilster, has been hiding with his family in the basement of their shop. They are running out of food, so Pilster has braved the streets to search for provisions. The imp, Perchillux, is offering Pilster a month’s worth of food for the low price of his soul. Pilster is preparing to sign the contract as you come upon the pair.