Alys refocuses and turns her head to look at Stella. She'd smile warmly then tilt her head so her cheek meets with Stella's on her shoulder in a small hug like gesture in appreciation.

"Should we get out before we turn into complete raisins?" The elf would lift her hands out of the water and wiggle her fingers.

Stella giggles. "Probably. Let's go check out the massage tables." She offers Alys a hand out.

"Okay!" Alys accepts Stella's hand out of the bath. She scoops up her cloak, her blue hues quickly glancing around as if looking for something, or someone, as she tip toes after Stella.

Alys and Stella find a massage station with plenty of active attendants. As you enter the station, you are given diagrams of the humanoid forms and asked to identify which areas you want them to focus on and which you want them to avoid.

Stella requests they not touch her butt and focus on her neck and wrists.

With instructions clearly given, two of the attendants lead you to rooms with massage tables and give you a moment to get ready. Once you are prepared, they get to work, diligently focusing on the areas you identified as needing extra attention and avoiding the zones you marked for exclusion.

What do you do now?

After your spa day, you are able to purchase whatever equipment you'll need for the battle to come and enjoying the feast that Courage prepared for you. The next day, you return to Father Tarkus and find a massive, cylindrical diamond outside of the church. "Good morning, Misfits. This diamond is the magical device that I was referring to yesterday, that the Symbelyni use to travel to the moon for their rituals. This is how you will get to the moon and as you can clearly see, it is more than large enough for all of you to make it there. When you get to the temple, the chamber that Turokkin is sealed in will be on the lower levels of it. I do not know if his followers are going to be there in an attempt to aid their master, but I would anticipate their presence. The ritual will require your full concentration, so you will have to vanquish your enemies before it can be started."

You all enter the diamond device and it shoots into the sky and vanishes in a flash before reappearing on the moon, in front of a massive temple. Upon entering the temple, you find that despite it being thousands of years old and far removed from any civilized builders that could perform maintenance work, it is in almost pristine condition. It is quite ornate and you wonder who constructed this temple and how. You also feel a faint but acutely malicious aura emanating from within the temple that can only belong to Turokkin. You take this as a sign that he is making some slow progress on breaking out of the prison that holds him, impressions that are only backed up by the message he sends you all mentally.

"FOOLS. MY SERVANTS ARE ONLY MOMENTS BEHIND YOU AND YOU CANNOT WITHSTAND THEIR FULL ASSAULT. I WILL BE FREED AND I WILL HAVE MY VENGEANCE."

Sure enough, moments after Turokkin's message is finished, three skeletal knights come bursting through the door.

Death Knight1:10
Death Knight2:10
Death Knight3:15
Vastra:14
Yvan:12

Ah death knights ****: 26

When the others returned at last, there is spread of epic proportions awaiting them. No expenses had been spared in not just getting the quality of the material, but also in the presentation. Some might've even thought that the spread had been practically glowing when first gazed upon by the party. He even somehow managed to procure what he'd call the 'wings of the chicken from Nine hells' for the celebratory meal; a spicy and rather tough meat that he only rarely dared to recommend Yvan try alongside the array of seafood dishes(spicy eel included) set up in favor of the goliath's palate.

And though he'd admit it to being trickerer to procure on short notice if ever asked, some fine wine of various origins had accompanied the feast. Courage would never taste of the wine himself however, prefering to absently accent his chosen morsels with a whisky so apparently flammable yet mysterious acrid, that one accidently drip of it on the table half melted a corner before spontaneously combusting. Thankfully Souperb is nearby to quickly fix the problem, which Courage merely laughs off. Its during this meal that he might've opened up a bit more, and done so to some degree with tales of his ventures with other adventuring and mercernary parties across the planes. No matter how derailed the evening might become, Courage in his "infinite wisdom", would cheerily encourage any other special business be seen to that night, before eventually drifting away to get some sleep a bit early.  

A day and some sobering later, the latter being of both the news and likely magical variety, Courage cannot help but get a touch sidetracked trying to study their would be vesself. But after eventually being drawn back to the more pressing matters, the tiefling's focused up quick, and saw to it that any longer lasting preparations were seen to before the groups eventual express ride to the moon...

"What's this? Don't you knuckle heads know its rude to barge into someone else's tomb? The nerve of these thick skulled minions of death." Courage would later jest after only moments before finished downing a last potion of preparation.

Initiative: 16.

Preparations:
(Consumed)
-> Potion of Speed (Grants effects of Haste for 1 minute, no conc.)
-> Potion of Heroism (gain 10 Temp HP, and effects of bless for 1 hr, no conc.)
-> Potion of Invulnerability (Resistance to all damage for 1 min)
-> Potion of Fire Giant Strength (Strength score becomes 25 for 1 hour)

Infusions:
-> Ring of Free Action (Exchanged from Horn of Blasting)
-> Cloak of Protection
-> Lantern of Revealing
-> Homunculus Servant)
-> Enhanced Weapon
-> Enhanced Defense(Chest: Bonus from Armor Mod Feature)
-> Winged Boots (Boots: Bonus from Armor Mod Feature)

Spell Storing Item(Dagger):
8 Charges of Enlarge/Reduce (or if Yvan was given a Potion of Growth, it'll be 8 charges of Shatter)

2 Sorcery Points into 1st level spell Slot.

Prep Spells & Other effects:
--> Cast (5th level) Aid on Courage, Vastra, and Alys, granting 20 additional HP.
--> Special Treats given to ALys, Stella, Vastra, and Yvan. (As a bonus action (or whenever prior to fight), can be consumed to gain 6 Temp HP that last until depleted.)
--> Cast (1st level)Shield of Faith on self.
--> Cast (2nd level)See Invisibility on self.
--> Cast (4th level)Fire Shield on self.

Left completely soft, glowing and extra squishy from a full day of being pampered with the girls, Alys was an extra level of slow, mellow and methodical. Having spent the little extra quality time in the company of the two most confident and strong women she knew, Alys was actually able to allow herself to relax. Thanks to Vastra and Stella just being them, Alys continued to grow and learn, falling into her own. And for that, she continued to be their little shadow, just significantly much less of a vibrating ball of crippling anxiety.

Though some things still don't change. With almost permanently flushed cheeks, the young elf tagged along, tip toeing behind Stella and Vastra for shopping. She even asked them to help her pick out a few outfits. Of course, when it came down to the battle, Alys clung on to Courage's list like a bible, reminding her how she'd use to hover over B on their early shopping trips. Speaking of which, did they still have his Fortress? Hmm. The wizard studied his list and checked it twice. She made her list and checked it thrice. And forgetting Yvan's would not suffice! Perhaps a little something nice...

Shopping

Upon returning from shopping Alys would freshen up and change before heading downstairs for dinner. They knew they were going to be treated to dinner, but this!? The elf practically had to pick her jaw up off the floor. Her big blue eyes wide, practically twinkling from first sight while she gazed over the magnificent feast. The presentation was beautiful too, of course. Alys practically bounced in glee, tugging on the first persons arm closest to her as she let out a delighted giggle.

Looking back and forth between the others Alys never wants to be the first, but she just couldn't wait any more. "Courage, you out did yourself!" She'd chime, trying her best not to run over as she did. The elf would find a seat 'suspiciously' close to the spicy eel in hopes a certain someone would sit near her. Though, should the goliath take the seat, she'd nudge up so close, practically on his lap with her small frame guilty of taking up his precious elbow space on the one side. Then Alys piled it on, both in praise to the Chef, and her portions. She spared no millimeter of space on her plate. More than once. Mind you Alys did take her time to enjoy every bite and ate neatly, she consumed more than her share. She tried things she normally wouldn't dare too, and mixed some strange combinations. It was a lot, even for Alys. But they couldn't dare waste Courage's great taste! He put so much effort into it, sparing no expense, and it showed. Thank the Gods there was time after to rest and digest, but not before...

As things were winding down, Alys would exchange a look with Stella before excusing herself for the night. Of course the insightful rogue would eventually slip away to go find her.

Later that night as Vastra's enjoyed her evening, has had her full and settling in for the quiet of the night in the comfort of her space, there's snickers from the shadows. Before she could react, she's gently pelted by a set of pillows from two directions, which explode dramatically in an array of colourful feathers. From the dark corners of her room, Stella sticks to the wall armed with more pillows and Alys hovers with her hands in the air. "May the odds be ever in your favour!" She drops her hands and pillows rain from the ceiling. They eventually become free ammo for all.

After enjoying their ambush, Alys eventually sneaks away on the pair. There was no surprise where her feet would take her. And after finding herself facing Yvan's door, she inhales a breath just before going to knock. She stops herself, lip twitching into a hint of a smile and reaches for the handle. She cracks the door open, "Yvan? It's Alys..." and tiptoes into the room.

The next day arrives before they know it, but preparations have been made. Alys made endless notes, compared them, reviewed them and studied them. She was sure to prepare her list of spells, inventory her supplies and double check it all. As to not fall too far behind the group, she'd be ushered along with the group as she continued to finalize her final, final preparations. Muttering musings, humming hymns and sure as a shadow, Alys checked things off her lists. A crown of eleven stars float above her head as her rune adorns her forehead. Potions would be found in the hands of those who they were assigned too. Armour was checked and adjusted.

It was time.

Courage's jest brought Alys' eyes forward. She pushes her glasses up the bridge of her nose and corrects her posture. As if in copied, memorized and timed succession, the wizard follows the tiefling's lead. Preparations were rolled out.

We're All Mad Here!
(H'okay! Think I'm ready to put on my hat for this tea party.)

Alys Initiative: 4
Hooters Initiative: 5

24hr pre rest pre buff on Yvan (if given consent): Mind Blank

Portents: 2 | 4 | 16

Casting: Crown of Stars at 9th level for 11
Casting: Fire Shield

Casting/Concentrating on Stella (with consent): Protection from Evil and Good

Accepting: Courage's Aid + 20hp

Consume: Courage's Snack for + 6 temp hp
Consume: Potion of Speed (Grants effects of Haste for 1 minute, no conc.)
Consume: Potion of Heroism (gain 10 Temp HP, and effects of bless for 1 hr, no conc.)
Consume: Potion of Invulnerability (Resistance to all damage for 1 min)

Activated: Third Eye - See invisibility

Wave 1:

Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(220),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(220),DeathKnight2(10)(220),Courage(4)

Alys

Forgetting a spell, Alys twitches then glitches.

Action 1 - Casting: Mirror Image

She then ensures that she's keeping a distance from the incoming wave before plucking a star from her crown.

Action 2: disengage if I have to to avoid aoo (Q: Otherwise, could I have firebolted?)
Moving: Away

Holding a vibrant star up in the palm of her hand, she flicks it towards the third bringer of death.

BA Attack: 12 Damage: 18 Bless: 1

Earlier (after dinner): Stella grins as pillows rain from the ceiling and devolve into a pillow fight. "Nobody here's sleeping alone tonight if they don't want to, we're making a pillow fort!" she declares before launching herself back into the fray.

Obsidian, of course, referees the whole thing from a high shelf out of most pillow trajectories.

Now: Blades out and ready, Stella dances forward to engage DeathKnight3, her movements more sure and fluid than ever.

(OOC: Soooo I just realized I picked up Fighting Initiate: Two Weapon Fighting several ages ago and should have been adding my Dex mod to all my offhand attacks...ffff XD)

Let's start: 28 Damage: 19

This out: 21 Damage: 15

Well please: 36

THAT IS NOT WELL, DICEBOT

(Alys would've had to disengage to avoid AoO)

Alys' first star misses its' intended target! Stella's first swing hits armor and fails to penetrate, while her second just whiffs!

Stella(24),Alys(20),ObsidianHELPING(16),DeathKnight3(15)(220),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(220),DeathKnight2(10)(220),Courage(4)

Death Knight 3 full attacks Stella!

Attack: 28 Damage: 25
Attack: 29 Damage: 26
Attack: 14 Damage: Unable to parse dice roll.

Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(220),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(220),DeathKnight2(10)(220),Courage(4)

I USE DEFENSIVE DUELING happy noises at finally being able to use this feat.

Stella leans backwards in a pirouetting motion, and her rapier weaves in a complex motion deflecting the blows, temporarily raising her AC to 26.

(Got a lot to catch up on here so I hope it's okay that I do a bit of back tracking!)

Despite the slight disappointment in the fact that the phylactery was unable to be located, Yvan still felt some sense of pride within himself and the Misfits in being able to at least procure all three relics to seal away the dragon once more. As expected though, their next task certainly wasn't going to be an easy one, especially since they would be in unknown territory (the moon, of all places!), engaging fierce enemies that they probably had never faced before.

Yvan wanted to go back home a train like he had never trained before, as to ensure their victory, however, when Stella brought up the mention of a spa day (followed by some shopping, of course)... Perhaps some relaxation before a bring event like this was in order. He wouldn't want to be sore during a fight, and... perhaps he was a bit curious on how the ladies had pampered themselves. They always looked so refreshed after spending a day to themselves... Maybe, he deserved that too? 

At the thought, forest green hues flicker in the direction of a certain blonde elf who had been excited since the first mention of a spa day. 

"You deserve some too!" 

With that sparkle in her eyes and that cute little dimple at the corner of her mouth that had appeared only when she smiled so wide, how could he say no.

 Yvan had quietly hoped that Courage would have tagged along (maybe having another male around would have eased his nerves?), though the goliath ultimately understood why he stayed behind. The thought of coming back home to a feast made by the hands of the talented chef nearly made his mouth water. It was something to look forward to! 

Upon entering the spa, the barbarian couldn't help but look around and examine all the features it held. A few things made him tilt his head (were those people sitting in... mud? And was that one wrapped in seaweed?), while other things looked relatively promising (soaking in warm spring water didn't sound too bad... wait were these springs separated?). And the scents! All heavenly! If Yvan didn't walk out of there smelling like a bouquet of roses, he would be surprised.

He had tagged along with the others, of course, not really knowing the proper etiquette of places like these, had there really been any, though he did made sure he soaked in his own tub a short distance away from the girls. It took a few minutes for the water to really seep into his skin and work its magic, and during that time he merely looked around the area for something to grab his attention as he was not trying to sneak a peek at a specific someone, no, that wouldn't be very gentlemanly of him.

Eventually though, whatever bath salts had been in the tub, finally penetrated past his rough skin and started doing work on his muscles. Slowly, the goliath found himself sinking himself deeper into the water, up to his shoulders, before he dozed off.

 Yvan may have gotten out of the water looking like a raisin, but he had never felt so refreshed before. And soft. He made note to not be afraid in tagging along with the girls the next time they decided to do something like this. Maybe next time he would try the mud bath.

While shopping, the goliath would let the ladies take over and pick out what they found appropriate for the battle ahead (after securing the potions Courage had asked them to pick up, of course, and maybe picking up one or two himself). At a certain point during shopping though, his eyes found themselves fixated on a magical shield that was practically calling out to him. He wasn't a shield kind of guy (he needed two hands for his weapons of choice, after all), but this shield... he could have at least asked about it, right?

Asked he did, and he was impressed with the shields capabilities, so much so, that his coin purse was much lighter than it was walking into the shop. He had been saving for something worth it, and he definitely found the shield to be a worthy purchase.

After a successful shopping trip, it was about time they headed back home to feast and rest up for the big day. Yvan expected a nice spread of food from the tiefling, but definitely nothing like this though! There were so many options, so many flavors, all tantalizing him in their own way.. However, when his eyes spotted one of his favorite dishes on the table, and his favorite person nearby it, he immediately sat himself down near them both with an upturn at the corner of his lips. He made it his own personal mission to try every single dish on the table, evening trying some of the odd food combinations Alys had been making up as he went.

As promised, not a single dish went untouched that night, and Courage was not spared of any compliments.

 With the day winding down and their tummies filled with scrumptious food, Yvan had retreated back to his room to lay down for a much needed rest. He hadn't felt so relaxed in such a long time, and his thoughts hadn't been plaguing him as he had expected them to. This would have been just enough to lull him into a deep sleep, however, there was something... missing.

He couldn't quite put his finger on it until he hears a light rapping at his door and a familiar voice, the goliath perking up from his place on the bed when the door opens.

Alys.

 Yvan wakes up the next day after having probably one of the best sleeps he's had in his life. He had never felt more ready for an upcoming battle as he did then. Refreshed and revitalized, he was prepared to be beamed up along with the others to face their next foe(s).

He sheds his cloak before the fight and holds a vial in his palms, eyeing it briefly before approaching Alys. "Alys... Do you mind helping me with this?" He asks showing her the bottle, his cheeks heating up. "It's... something Courage suggested I use, but it needs to be... on me."

Had she accepted, he gives the elf a thank you and a kiss on the forehead. (If Ixi is up to it, she could indulge us in a fan servicy scene or we can allll use our imaginations ;D)

Just before the battle, Yvan chooses then to down all the potions in his possession and accepts any and all spells the others may have wanted to cast upon him. With his new shield floating beside him, his blade set aflame, and his muscles glistening, the goliath enters a rage seeing Stella being attacked so quickly!

Wild Surge: 4

Shadowy tendrils lash about the barbarians feet, whipping at Dark Knight 3! (DC17 con save or take 8 necrotic damage) - Yvan also gains 1 temp hitpoints.

Following behind the tentacles, Yvan continues his attack on DK3 using the familiar's assistance!

Action 1 - Attack: 17 Damage: 27 + Bless 4 + Enlarge Damage 4
Action 2 - Attack: 27 Damage: 24 + Bless 2 + Enlarge Damage 2
Haste - Attack: 23 Damage: 26 + Bless 2 + Enlarge Damage 1

Death Knight3 doesn't need to make that save, as Death Knights are immune to necrotic damage. But it does take a ton of damage, as a roided-up Yvan smashes through its' defenses!

Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(141),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(220),DeathKnight2(10)(220),Courage(4)

Vastra casts Chain Lightning on all 3 Death Knights!

40

Dex:3
Dex:12
Dex:15

Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(87),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(197),DeathKnight2(10)(163),Courage(4)

 Death Knight1 tosses a Hellfire Orb at all of you.

Everyone must make a DC19 Dex Save to take half of 26 Fire damage and 24 Necrotic damage!

Death Knight2 is going to attack Yvan 3 times!

Attack: 25 Damage: 27
Attack: 28 Damage: 28
Attack: 31 Damage: 49

Vastra:22

 Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(87),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(197),DeathKnight2(10)(163),Courage(4)

Dex Save(DC 19): 25.

Reaction: If anyone fails their saves by 4 or less, using Flash of Genius to add +4 to their saving throw.
(Priority Order in case of multiple failures: Alys, Vastra, Stella, Yvan, then Courage.)

Courage worked his old joints as much as he could to avoid the orb. But come what may, he couldn't help but chuckle through the pain while brandishing a spear crackling with electricity. "Now /that's/ what I'm talking about warming things up a notch! But that won't be enough!" Courage remarks as he jetted off to the side of the knights. As soon as he had what he hoped to be enough lined up, a great bolt of red lightning down their ranks. 

The very same weapon is then immediately put to use as he advanced on the backside of one, aiming to pierce the back of its leg, before then jetting off once more and hover above the lot. At that point Souperb comes out from hiding on his person just long enough to tap strike Courage's help with the flat of the blade, and unleash a deadly wave if thunderous force guided by blade tip towards the Death Knights. 

Action: Cast (4th level)Lightning Bolt on as many Death Knight as possible(without harming allies), inflicting 38 lightning damage. Dex Save(DC 18) for half damage.

Hasted Action: Strike with a Enhanced Yklwa at DK3.
(Melee)Yklwa - Attack: 25 Damage: 13 magical piercing.

Bonus Action: Command Souperb to activate charge of Spell Storing Item(Dagger), producing the effect of Shatter on as many DKs as possible(without harming allies)
Con Save(DC 18) for half of 20 Thunder Damage.

Movement: 30ft above Death Knights(taking any number of Aoos)

Reminders:

Dex:7
Dex:16
Dex:17
Con:10
Con:16
Con:11

Stella(24),Alys(20),Obsidian(16),DeathKnight3(15)(37),Vastra(14),Yvan(12),Hoodini(11)DeathKnight1(10)(164),DeathKnight2(10)(143),Courage(4)

Dex ST: 20

Stella tries the whole stabbing thing on DK3 again.

Let's: 16 Damage: 15

Try this: 28 Damage: Unable to parse dice roll.

Again: 30

Note: Protection from E&G grants dis on attacks against Stella from undead