Cormyr - The Tearing of the Wave

[puffmagicdragon]

If the door is unlocked, and everyone is ready, Ryx will slowly open the door to try and catch a glimpse of what may be inside. He then steps aside, incase something sinister is inside, Ryx would rather Savin clear the entryway with his spear or chain.

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ooc: Ryx doesn't just sling the door open, he does it carefully, stealthily

[Ouroborosi]

In whatever the group chooses Quills tells his familiar to stay in the room in hiding and warn him when someone comes from the opposed direction.

[Jeraoa]

Rayen shrugs as Ryx checks the door. "I will follow whatever a majority of the group wants to do."

[puffmagicdragon]

With the decision, obviously being slow to be made, halting the group, Ryx fiddles with the doorhandle, How can we move in the correct direction when we don't know what the correct direction is, how will we know we don't miss something, hell they could have taken the prisoners this way knowing they have to search everywhere to be sure they don't miss something, like letters or maps, which both have been found already.

If a decision is not made, Ryx makes it for the group, flinging the door open to reveal whatever is in side.

[razorback]

With his spear out, Savin prods the "prisoners" towards the door "Come on, dogs... Get moving" he says harshly.

[Ouroborosi]

"Assistant I have a very import job for you" Quill communicates with his familiar Empathic Link.
"Hide in this room and warn us if someone is coming from the other side."

With that the weasel jumps of his shoulder and does as she is told.
"Good luck, and wishing you an uneventful mission"

[achinca]

Maesyn agrees with Ryxikor but for a different reason as the Lord Dusk Passage is the group only way back to the material plane.

Savin agrees with Maesyn and support the idea to open the door to the tower.

Rayen swtiches to the majority and Quill, wondering why these stranger people do not listen to him, instructs his familiar to go to that room and be on guard.

Ryxikor tests the door handle and find it unlocked. He slowly opens it and his eyes open wide in horror as Savin is pushing him with his spear..

The foul smell of gore and viscera permeate this dark room. The chamber seems to be the first story of the keep's tower, and is octagonal in shape. A decrepit spiral staircase leads to the upper floor of the •tower. The dismembered corpses of several humans, dwarves and elves hang from hooks and chains along the opposite wall.

A tall, powerful creature that looks like an upright six-limbed tiger snarls at the group. It is covered in gray and black fur and its face combines humanoid features with those of a big cat. "You are not supposed to here" it hisses. “Good! I need fresh meat."

Axara says turns white at the horrific scene.

Knowledge check – The planes

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DC 10

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The is a Ghirrash, a large outsider

DC 15

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The Ghirrash has displacement capabilities and its bites is poisonous

DC 20

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Elves are immune to the poison.
Ghirrash are immune to poison

DC 25

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Ghirrash have resistance to acid, cold, electricity and fire

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Will update the map and post a drawing of the Ghirrash on OP soon

[puffmagicdragon]

Edit: May have to change this post due to change of plan

Ryxikor can't help but show a little surprise, not really expecting such a gruesome sight at the first door he opened. The elf's eyes quickly dart around the room, noting the elven corpses, and making sure no other enemy is hidden about.

"Yes, yes you are correct. We obviously are not suppose to be here." the mercenary stammers out, and as he tries to back up, feels the point of Savin's spear, which in turns reminds Ryx to try and stay in character of a dominated pawn. He keeps his hands down, hiding his dagger and vial in the folds of his cloak, as he tries to back up and maybe draw the creature into the room the heroes are in, where they could possibly surround it. If the creature charges or moves to attack, Ryx backs up defensively.

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But, Ryx realizes Savin has different plans when he feels the spear tip digging into his back, Unfortunately, the plan has me out in front the elf thinks to himself

As he gets pushed forward, Ryx's only option is to head to the opposite side of the stairs as the creature. If any hostilities occur, on Savin's part or the creature's or anyone elses, Ryx darts to his right, to move around the stairs.

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init: (1d20+3)[10]
HP: 41/41
AC: 24, 18 + 6 (total defense)

move action: move to F19
standard action: total defense, if he attacks or charges

bluff (acting dominated): (1d20+8)[19]

sleight of hand (hiding organripper): (1d20+9)[21]
sleight of hand (hiding potion flask): (1d20+9)[11]

[Ouroborosi]

When the creature attacks Quill takes out a small candle and a small pouch.

A Dire Badger in golden glitters appears next to the Ghirrash and the celestial agent of Garl Glittergold in wildly lashes out at the creature.

attack claw (1d20+4)[7] attack claw (1d20+4)[7]
Damage claw (1d4+5)[9] (1d4+5)[8] (+2 damage +3 smith evil)
Bite attack (1d20-1)[8] Bite damage (1d6+4)[8] (+1 damage +3 smith)

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Celestial Dire Badger
Size/Type: Medium Magical Beast
Hit Dice: 3d8+15 (28 hp)
Initiative: +3
Speed: 30 ft. (6 squares), burrow 10 ft.
Armor Class: 16 (+3 Dex, +3 natural), touch 13, flat-footed 13
Base Attack/Grapple: +2/+4
Attack: Claw +4 melee (1d4+2)
Full Attack: 2 claws +4 melee (1d4+2) and bite -1 melee (1d6+1)
Space/Reach: 5 ft./5 ft.
Special Attacks: Rage, Smite Evil (Su) +3
Special Qualities: Dark Vision 60 ft. Low-light vision, scent, Spell resistance 8, Resistance to Acid,
Cold, Electricity 5
Saves: Fort +7, Ref +6, Will +4
Abilities: Str 14, Dex 17, Con 19, Int 3, Wis 12, Cha 10
Skills: Listen +6, Spot +6
Feats: Alertness, Toughness, TrackB
Environment: Temperate forests
Organization: Solitary or cete (2-5)
Challenge Rating: 3
Treasure: None
Alignment: Always neutral
Advancement: 4-9 HD (Large)
Level Adjustment: —

These vicious creatures tolerate no intrusions. They cannot burrow into solid rock, but can move through just about any material softer than that. A dire badger usually leaves behind a usable tunnel 5 feet in diameter when burrowing unless the material it’s moving through is very loose.

A dire badger is from 5 to 7 feet in length and can weigh up to 500 pounds.
Combat

Dire badgers attack with their sharp claws and teeth.
Rage (Ex):

A dire badger that takes damage in combat flies into a berserk rage on its next turn, clawing and biting madly until either it or its opponent is dead. It gains +4 Strength, +4 Constitution, and -2 AC. The creature cannot end its rage voluntarily.

Smite Evil (Su):

Once per day a celestial creature can make a normal melee attack to deal extra damage equal to its HD (maximum of +20) against an evil foe.

[Ouroborosi]

"I told you, i told you we should have taken the other door. We could be heading toward our next destination but instead we bothering this good... man from interrupting his good work in the name of Mystra."

The gnome said as he acts as under invluance of the starry geason.

"Just close the door and we will be on our way"

[Jeraoa]

Rayen is behind Savin and Ryx; so she can only see glimpses of the room where the tiger creature is. She waits to see what the men are going to do before she reacts.

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Init: (1d20+2)[13]

[achinca]

Maesyn and Quill do not have much if any knowledge of the planes but they both think the creature is a large outsider and Maesyn knows that this kind of creature has always tricks up their sleeves.

Savin pushes Ryxikor inside the room and the pretending to be dominated rogue goes to the right of the monster. The plainsman then mentions Mhair and that he is following orders. Axara enters the room, pretending to be dominated.

The ghirrash growls at Savin “What are you talking about? Who is this Mhair? You should know that recruits come alone and follow the lighted path. Take them there but leave this one for me.” He points to Axara “I like my meat to be juicy and round. Have her undress. They don’t taste good when cooked in their armor.”

The gharrish laughs and shows its sharp teeth, waiting for Axara to take off her armor. The priestess looks at Savin and the others, waiting to see if she continues to pretend or not..

Rayen is at the entrance of the room with Maesyn behind her and Quill at her side. The wizard has already prepared what he will do if there is a need to fight to ghirrash.

[razorback]

Savin points his spear at everyone but Axara.
"You dogs heard him. Go stand over there" he barks out as he points towards the other side of the stairs "While I get our lord situated. Now, you fine morsel, go stand over there. I will help you disrobe... and enjoy it." Savin gives the tiger creature a feral grin as he winks at Axara.
As soon as the others move behind the stairs, he begins to prod the priestess near the creature. Once he is in range, he lets loose with his spear and unfurls his chain, ready to fight this creature.

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Savin points Axara towards E-13 and the rest of the group towards the area of C/D 18/19. Once the others are in postion, he moves Axara forward. Once he is at F-15 he lets his spear fly, then pulls out his spiked chain.

Savin
AC ~17; Current ~ 17
HP ~ 53; Current ~53

Free Action

attack action
(1d20+9)[20](29)

Crit Confirmation
(1d20+9)[5](14)

Damage
(1d8+5)[6](11) +2 if it is an aberration.


Effects~

[achinca]

Initiative: Ryxikor, enemies [action stopped here], Maesyn, Quill, Rayen, Savin, Axara

Savin continues the charade and direct everyone into the ghirrash lair. He moves Rayen, Quill next to Ryxikor and Axara next to the monster. Maesyn stays behind.

Without warning, the plainsman unleashes his spear. The throw is excellent and seems that it will do a lot of damages but at the last instant, the outsider moves and limit the scope of the injuries.

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As both Savin and Axara failed their bluff attack, I ruled that the monster was not flat footed. Even if he was, the critical of 14 did not confirm

At the same time, Quill summons a dire badger next to the ghirrash. The celestial creatures tries to claw and bite the outsider but fails.

The ghirrash yells “Feel the wrath of Jherremor!

Initiative: Enemies [action stopped here], Axara, Savin, Rayen, Ryxikor, Maesyn, Quill

The ghirrash attacks Axara with its 4 claws and tries to bite her. She blocks the jaw of the outsider but cannot prevent any of the claws for hurting her.

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Axara: -9 -12 – 7 – 9 = -37 HP – Currently at -3/34

The cleric falls to the ground, unconscious and bleeding.

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Axara spell: L0 5/5, L1 4/4 +1D, L2 3/3 +1D, L3 3/3+ 1D
Turning attempts left: 5/5

+1 to melee damages - Rayen Aura- must be within 30 feet of Rayen

[razorback]

Savin yells out "Axara!" as he sees the priestess fall.
Take a step to come between her and this creature Ghirrash, his face turns red with anger as he lashes out at the creature.

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Raging!
Savin
AC ~17; Current ~ 15
HP ~ 53; Current ~65

Free Action
5 foot step to E-14

Full Round Action
1st attack
(1d20+14)[10](24) rage plus flank with badger


Crit Confirmation
(1d20+14)[19](33)

Damage
(2d4+9)[3][4](16) +2 if it is an aberration.

2nd attack
(1d20+9)[12](21) rage plus flank with badger


Crit Confirmation
(1d20+9)[20](29)

Damage
(2d4+9)[3][3](15) +2 if it is an aberration.


Effects~
+1 to melee damages - Rayen Aura- must be within 30 feet of Rayen
Flanking - +2 to hit
Ragin' -

[Jeraoa]

Rayen watches the cleric fall with wide eyes. She has the same thought as Savin, in wanting to get between the cleric and the creature. She moves away from the men and notices that she is lined up perfectly for a shot with her acid breath. Not sure if it will even work properly in this realm, she takes a chance and attacks the creature with it.

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HP: 52
AC: 19
Move: D17
Breath Weapon attack on J: (2d6)[7]
Reflex DC 14/half

Recharge rounds: (1d4)[3]

Aura +2 to melee damage rolls

[Ouroborosi]

Knowing he isn't able to reach the priestess if he tried his 4 arms would rip the gnome to pieces.

"I-i am insulted--" the gnome stuttered "I thought we gnome make excellent appetizers" he said in the hope the monster would realise it would be better of to focus on it's not dying enemies

Quill aims his indexs finger at the outsider as his summoned Badger goes full attack on the Ghirrash again. Quill that takes a step toward 19E.


Celestial Dire Badger "Glitter"
attack claw (1d20+4)[23] attack claw (1d20+4)[17]
Damage claw (1d4+7)[11] (1d4+5)[8] (1d4+4)[7] (added normal damage +2 and Rayens melee damage aura) and one smite +3
Bite attack (1d20-1)[4] Bite damage (1d6+3)[5] (+1 normal +2 rayens melee damage)

there is a extra +3 smite damage but i don't know if it is only for one attack or all

Quills Scorching Ray ranged touch attack (1d20+5)[18] (4d6)[18]

[puffmagicdragon]

Ryx watches as the cleric falls unconscious. He quickly pops the cork off the vial he holds, of the potion he just received from Axara from her superiors, and downs it's contents. The elf then drops the vial and reaches under his cloak, grasping something hooked on the back of his weapon's belt. He unhooks it and brings it from under his cloak, and as he does a long leather whip unfurls behind him.

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HP: 41/41
AC: 20, 18+2 protect form evil

standard action: drink potion
move action: grab whip

Level: Clr 1, Good 1, Pal 1, Sor/Wiz 1
Components: V, S, M/DF
Casting Time: 1 standard action
Range: Touch
Target: Creature touched
Duration: 1 min./level (D)
Saving Throw: Will negates (harmless)
Spell Resistance: No; see text

This spell wards a creature from attacks by evil creatures, from mental control, and from summoned creatures. It creates a magical barrier around the subject at a distance of 1 foot. The barrier moves with the subject and has three major effects.

First, the subject gains a +2 deflection bonus to AC and a +2 resistance bonus on saves. Both these bonuses apply against attacks made or effects created by evil creatures.

Second, the barrier blocks any attempt to possess the warded creature (by a magic jar attack, for example) or to exercise mental control over the creature (including enchantment (charm) effects and enchantment (compulsion) effects that grant the caster ongoing control over the subject, such as dominate person). The protection does not prevent such effects from targeting the protected creature, but it suppresses the effect for the duration of the protection from evil effect. If the protection from evil effect ends before the effect granting mental control does, the would-be controller would then be able to mentally command the controlled creature. Likewise, the barrier keeps out a possessing life force but does not expel one if it is in place before the spell is cast. This second effect works regardless of alignment.

Third, the spell prevents bodily contact by summoned creatures. This causes the natural weapon attacks of such creatures to fail and the creatures to recoil if such attacks require touching the warded creature. Good summoned creatures are immune to this effect. The protection against contact by summoned creatures ends if the warded creature makes an attack against or tries to force the barrier against the blocked creature. Spell resistance can allow a creature to overcome this protection and touch the warded creature

[LtPowers]

AC: 16
HP: 25/25
Spells: bard: 0 3/3, 1 4/4, 2 2/2; sorc: 0 3/3

Maesyn, alarmed as the priestess falls easily to the creature's claws, realizes he can't even get close enough to her to cast a healing spell. He instead begins reciting his oratory of courage.

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Standard action: inspire courage

Move action: Move to G14.

Maesyn Silverhair

[achinca]

Initiative: Enemies [action stopped here], Axara, Savin, Rayen, Ryxikor, Maesyn, Quill

Axara lays on the ground, the pile of blood around her getting wider.

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Axara: -1HP – Currently at -4/34

Savin sidesteps and attacks the outsider with a renewed rage. He swings his spiked chain twice but only the first attack hits.

Rayen moves forward and unleashes her acidic breath. The gharrish easily avoids it and whatever acid hit him does not do any damage.

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I kept Rayen in D18 to avoid suffering an AoO

Ryxikor makes good use of the gifts from the Mystrans and drink a potion to protect him from evil creatures.

Maesyn starts talking about courage and suddenly everyone except Axara feels more courageous.

Quill’s celestial dire badger attacks the ghirrash with both claws and its bites. Its first claw attack would have succeeded if it were not for the creature ability to displace itself.

The cleric unleashes a scorching ray but the ray beats the displacement skil of the ghirrash, hitting the outsider right in the head. "you are next, gnome!"

The ghirrash looks at Savin “You dare attacking me, you puny human? You die next” The outsider attacks SAvinwith its 4 claws and tries to bite him. The monster goes into a frenzy biting and clawing the plainsman, each attack succeeding. The plainsman feels a poison trying to get inside him but his strong constitution easily defeat it.

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Savin: -11 -10 - 10 - 7 - 4= -37 HP – Currently at 11/53 or 23/65 with rage

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Axara spell: L0 5/5, L1 4/4 +1D, L2 3/3 +1D, L3 3/3+ 1D
Turning attempts left: 5/5

Ryxikor: Protection from Evil: 1/60 +2 AC +2/save + others benefits

Maesyn Inspire Courage: +1 Save charm and fear and +1 attack/damages

+2 to melee damages - Rayen Aura- must be within 30 feet of Rayen

[Ouroborosi]

He is losing his charges, the dragons trusted him to keep these vigilantes save and he is failing miserable.

A priestess to a good goddess is dying or even dead and there most combat hardy companion is on his last leg after the creature broke through it's defences... once.

Quill wants to run and be as far away from this danger as possible especially when the big cat growled hostile to him... but if he leaves and goes to the normal plain he will be a a swamp with deep water, alone... The gnome isn't that desperate yet to risk drowning. He takes a deep breath and tries to grandstand to hide is fear the song of the bard helps him in a small way.

"Mister Badger! You can do it! Try again and smite this profane organism!"
the accounted stands on his toes as he waves his arms around he chants and ends with a magic spell.
"Glittergold aid us to end the game this Ghirrash is playing as no one is laughing-- LIGNUM MAGICAE TELUM GRADU!!!

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Magic Missile 3th grade

3 purple magic missiles head toward the creature (1d4+1)[4] (1d4+1)[5] (1d4+1)[4]

As the Celestial Badger tries to go claw his way through the defences of the Ghirrash

attack claws (1d20+7)[24] (1d20+7)[22]
attack bite (1d20+2)[21] all including aura of courage +1, flanking +2

Ghirrash defences (1d100)[64] (1d100)[63] (1d100)[15]

Claw damage (1d4+7)[10] smite (1d4+4)[7] not smite
Bite Damage (1d6+3)[4] all including +2 rayens melee damage

[puffmagicdragon]

Ryx is almost shocked to see Savin take such a beating. The elven mercenary instinctively reaches for the potion flask attached to his potion belt, his one invisibility potion, as he glances towards the open door to this horror chamber. Knowing there is another healer in the group, Maesyn, Ryx hopes he is able to help both Axara and Savin.

Realizing now is not the time to try out his new uncomfortable whip, he drops it behind him and draws his rapier, as he rushes in to flank the monster with Savin. Once in position, Ryx lashes out with organripper, searching for a vital area on the beast.

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HP: 41/41
AC: 22, (18+2 protect from evil +2 twin sword style)

free action: drop whip
move action: move 20' to B15
standard action: attack with organripper

attack: (1d20+11)[13] includes inspire courage
damage: (1d4+6)[10] includes inspire courage, and Rayen's aura
sneak attack damage (if applies, my fingers crossed ): (3d6+6)[19] I don't see anything in PHB that says not to add bonuses to sneak attack, so I added all bonuses; STR, weapon, inspire courage, Rayen's aura

[razorback]

Savin reels for the savage attack, spitting blood out as he smiles wickedly as he feels his life ebbing.
Wiping his face with the back of his hand, he blurts out "Now you die, foolish creature." as his chain arcs high and low as it lashes out.

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Raging!
Savin
AC ~17; Current ~ 15
HP ~ 53/65; Current ~16/28

Free Action
Talk

Full Round Action
1st attack
(1d20+15)[16](31) rage plus flank with badger


Crit Confirmation
(1d20+15)[16](31)

Damage
(2d4+12)[4][4](20) +2 if it is an aberration.

2nd attack
(1d20+10)[16](26) rage plus flank with badger


Crit Confirmation
(1d20+10)[8](18)

Damage
(2d4+12)[4][4](20) +2 if it is an aberration.


Effects~
Maesyn Inspire Courage - 1 Save charm and fear and +1 attack/damages
Rayen Aura- +2 to melee damages, must be within 30 feet of Rayen
Flanking - +2 to hit
Ragin' - 2/9

[Jeraoa]

Rayen watches her breath weapon have no effect on the creature. She still wants to get to Axara and get in between the creature and the fallen cleric. So she circles around the stairs, leaving the men to attack the creature head on. When she gets close to Axara, she kneels down behind the cleric and sees if she can do anything for her even though she is not a healer. If nothing can be done, she tries to determine if she can at least move the cleric.

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HP: 52
AC: 19
Move: (double if needed) Down to H18; over to F13
Heal check: (1d20)[11]

2 Rounds till BW recharges

[achinca]

Initiative: Enemies [action stopped here], Axara, Savin, Rayen, Ryxikor, Maesyn, Quill

Axara lays on the ground, the pile of blood around her getting wider.

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Axara: -1HP – Currently at -5/34

Now in full rage as the gharrish hase hurt him badly, Savin swings his chain in a very powerful way. The first swing hit the gharrish hurt, bring hit to the limit of consciousness and the second swing would have finished him if it were not for the displacement ability of the monster.

Rayen moves around the stairs but stops short of the bleeding Axara to avoid giving the outsider an attack of opportunity.

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I kept Rayen in G14 to avoid suffering an AoO

Ryxikor realizes the danger of the situation and makes a very unselfish move by taking an attack of opportunity to be able to attack the monster. He suffers some damages and is unable to pierce the monstart hide.

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Ryxikor: -10HP – Currently at 31/41

Maesyn continues his discourse on courage, knowing he is really helping the group defeat the monster.

Quill realizes that his celestial dire badger needs a pep talk and the combination of the badger attacks and the wizard magic missiles are enough to send the ghirrash back to the Abyss where it belongs.

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Let’s stay in combat mode until Axara is not bleeding.

The cleric keeps bleeding.

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Axara: -1HP – Currently at -6/34

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Axara spell: L0 5/5, L1 4/4 +1D, L2 3/3 +1D, L3 3/3+ 1D
Turning attempts left: 5/5

Ryxikor: Protection from Evil: 3/60 +2 AC +2/save + others benefits

Maesyn Inspire Courage: +1 Save charm and fear and +1 attack/damages

+2 to melee damages - Rayen Aura- must be within 30 feet of Rayen

[puffmagicdragon]

As the others see to Axara, Ryx sheaths his weapons and picks up his new whip, coils it up and hooks it back to his belt. If the elf sees no more enemy lurking about and feels as if it's safe enough, he searches the body's of the dead for anything of value or use. Afterwards, the rogue searches throughout the room, looking for anything that may aid the group or that may peak the elf's interest.

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search: (1d20+11)[25]
search: (1d20+11)[16]
search: (1d20+11)[20]
search: (1d20+11)[31]

[Ouroborosi]

Knowing it is not the time for pleasant nicknames.
The gnome shouts some orders.

"Savin, Rayen your the closest. Do what you can to help Axara.
Mister Badger keep an watch on the staircase for me--"

using he Empathic Link the gnome contacts his familiar who is on watch in the other room "Assistant, any change on your side.."

[puffmagicdragon]

Hearing the gnome once again bark out orders to the group, gives Ryx an idea, "Bookmeister, how about letting her go up stairs and scout around for us? I'd have to work to match her stealth, that she could do with ease."

[Ouroborosi]

"Uhm i am sure Mister Badger is a male badger you know" the gnome answered confused.

[LtPowers]

AC: 16
HP: 25/25
Spells: bard: 0 3/3, 1 4/4, 2 2/2; sorc: 0 3/3

As soon as the ghirrash falls, Maesyn moves in. He draws his wand of healing from his pack and heals the priestess, stopping her bleeding even if it doesn't return her to consciousness.

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Free action: 5-foot-step to be adjacent to Axara.

Move action: Draw wand of cure light wounds from haversack.

Standard action: Cast cure light wounds on Axara. (1d8+1)[4]

Maesyn Silverhair