[D&D 4E] Adventures in the Nentir Vale (IC)

[CalebRoberts]

Wrenndel excitedly skips a few paces up the road. He draws an thin wand made of some dark wood. He points at the wolf attacking Rolan and sings "Run away little doggy, run away." A thunderclap bursts just in front of the wolf's face, startling it an causing it to run back to the other side of the bridge.

Rolan manages to make contact with his dagger but he causes barely more then a scratch.
"Rolan, my friend, I suggest you join our armored fellows" calls out Wrenndel with a sly grin.

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Move: P14 to N14
Minor: Draw Wand
Standard: Staggering Note vs Ravenous Wolf 3
(1d20)[18]+5 = 23 vs Will
HIT: 4 thunder damage and Rolan can make a Melee Basic attack. The target is then pushed to F13

Rolan MBA(dagger)
(1d20)[14]+2 = 16 vs AC
Damage: (1d4)[2]-1 = 1 damage

[Hircine]

Wrenndel's singing draws an arc of thunder from the sky that strikes one of the wolves, leaving the smell of burnt fur wafting through the air.

Terrified the beast scampers off leaving itself wide open for Rolan to take a swipe at it with his dagger. His blade hits home but only manages to leave a tiny pinprick wound.

[Hircine]

The second gray wolf arches its back and takes slow deliberate steps toward Arthur. After closing the distance it leaps, trying to take a bite out of the paladin's arm.

Arthur raises his shield to fend off the attack however the lupine beast's agile form manages to worms it's way past his defenses. It takes a hearty bite out of his armored hand sending a wave of pain through the holy warrior's body.

As the wolf lands it circles around to gain better position while licking its chops.

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To Hit:(1d20+7)[21]
Damage: (1d6+5)[8]
Effect: The wolf shifts 4 squares.

Rolan Come On Down!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, R1, R2, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[Dakaran]

Rolan

That was too close close for comfort, thank you Wrenndel! Rolan shouts to the as he quickly glances at his blade, noting that despite jabbing it into the wolf it hardly had any blood on it at all. Well I carry the stupid thing more for cutting food than for combat... Rolan narrows his eyes at the wolf that Wrenndel thankfully forced back, My mind is my true weapon. Rolan expands his mind, feeling for the orb he carries. As his mind touches the orb, a well of psychic power surges into him which he then, with great force, thrusts into the wolf in an attempt to destroy its very mind. As Rolan attempts to put down the wolf, he begins to back away, attempting to rejoin his companions.

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Standard action: Mind Thrust, augmented using 2 Power Points vs Ravenous Wolf 3
Attack (Int vs Will): (1d20+6)[12]
Damage: (2d10+7)[13]

Move action: Move to J16

[Hircine]

Rolan reaches out with his mind to destroy the brain of the pitiful creature before him. For a moment the wolf's eyes widen and its head tilts quizzically as it enters a trance like state. The stupor is short lived and the beast quickly reverts to it's aggressive nature.

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Sorry Dakaran that's a miss.

Last but not least it's Eldon's turn!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, R1, R2, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[dariathalon]

Eldon - Human Ardent

Eldon wants to move over to protect his allies, but he glances down at his boots, up to his ankle in mud, and the wolf breathing down his neck, and decides there's not much he can do about it. He hefts his halberd and brings it down in a solid arc on the wolf between Arthur and Matilda.

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Standard: Energizing Strike on Ravenous Wolf 2 Attack vs AC - (1d20+6)[20]. If it hits, it does damage - (1d10+4)[7] and one ally within 5 squares of Eldon (in this case Arthur) will gain 4 temporary hp.

No move or minor this round.

[Hircine]

Eldon brings his halberd down on the gray wolf in front of him with great force. The beast yelps in pain as the attack nearly cleaves it in two.

Eldon's attack also revitalizes Arthur, giving him additional strength to carry him through the battle.

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Since you didn't move I'll assume you meant to attack G2.

Back to Matilda!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, R2, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[Selinia]

"Aw, Rolan, c'mon and give it another shot! If you want to give something a nice poking, aaaaalllll you need to do is..."

Matilda deftly flips her weapon into a reverse grip, raising it up for a blow against the nearest wolf. A half-step is all it takes to bring the weapon in range of the delusional beast.

"...this!"

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Sly Flourish against Ravenous Wolf 2.

To-Hit: (1d20+11)[18] vs AC (Combat Advantage included)
Damage: (1d4+8)[9]
Sneak Attack Damage: (2d8)[8]

[Hircine]

Matilda reverses the grip on her weapon and drives it across the vulnerable underbelly of the beast. A shower of crimson bursts from the wound covering the drow, her dagger, and the mud caked earth below.

Losing precious lifeblood at a rapid pace the wolf's vision blurs and its breathing becomes labored. Only by strength of will does it remain standing.

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Wow! Matilda is making mincemeat out of these wolves.

[Hircine]

Clinging to life, the blood covered wolf, bares it's fangs and lunges desperately toward Arthur.

The creature charges recklessly toward the paladin, seeking to taste his warm flesh. Just as it prepares to leap it slips through a particularly muddy patch of grass and falls flat on its face.

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To Hit: (1d20+8)[12]
Damage: (1d10+3)[6]

Let's see what Arthur can do!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, R2, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[Arillius]

Arthur

Arthur places the hand of the arm his shield is attached to on his chest and whispers a word familiar to any in the group who have received healing from him in the past. A sound as pure as a bell rings out and his hand shines a gentle silvery white light. The injuries he had received shine as well and when the light fades and the gentle note of the bell no longer rings in the air the injuries are gone. However, it seems his color is a bit brighter and more clear in this dreary weather then it had been earlier.

With confidence he turns his blade against the foe Matilda had deeply wounded, the one that had failed to strike him. He raises his other hand toward the other wolf behind him, the less injured of the two. With a word his hand shines the same silvery white light, though it seems more harsh this time.

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Minor- Lay on Hands. Arthur spends a healing surge, regains 8 hit points and now has resist all 3.
Standard- Ardent Strike vs Ravenous Wolf 2
Attack- (1d20+8)[15] (CA included)
Damage- (1d8+3)[7]
Effect- If hit, the target is marked by Divine Sanction. If he's not dead, that is.
Minor (instead of a move action)- Divine Challenge vs Grey Wolf 2

[Hircine]

Arthur utilizes his divine touch to close up his wounds. His focus then turns to the critically wounded wolf lying in the mud. Gripping his blade with both hands he swiftly drives the weapon into the wolf's back. A low whimper escapes the creature as it dies.

Finally the paladin raises his free hand toward his other opponent, searing it with divine light.

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This is the third time this combat that someone has just barely hit an enemy.

[Hircine]

The last of the smaller wolves zigzags across the battlefield, having honed in on easier prey, the gnome.

Watching its quarry successfully fending of its pack mates the larger gray wolf finally wades into the battle. The aggressive maneuver while daring, leaves the beast open to attack by Wrenndel Ringle.

Leaving the diminutive creature to its ally the gray wolf leaps at Eldon, trying to rake the ardent with its sharp claws.

The wolf's claws rip right through Eldon's scale armor, causing a large spray of blood to spurt from the wound. A brief howl of triumph escapes the mangy mongrel as it ravenously laps at the warm blood on its paw.

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To Hit: (1d20+9)[22]
Damage: (1d6+5)[9]

What will Wrenndel do with a pair of wolves in his face!?
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Initiative Order: Matilda, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

OOC: Caleb

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In addition to your turn you get an OA vs G1.

[dariathalon]

Eldon

As the wolf runs past Wrenndel on his way to Eldon, Wrenndel feels a spike of bloodlust urging him to drive his shortsword deeper into the beast's flesh.

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Wrenndel gets a +3 to damage if he hits with the OA due to Eldon's Mantle of Elation.

[CalebRoberts]

No time for description but check out the spoilers and map for the turn results.

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Attack: (1d20)[5]-1 =
Damage: (1d4)[2]-1+3 =

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Minor: Majestic Word on Eldon - spend/gain surge hp + 4 (CHA Mod) In addition slide 1 square to N14
Move: Move N14 to N12
Standard: Victim of the Feywild vs Grey Wolf 1
Attack: (1d20)[11]+5 = 16 vs Will
IF hit: (1d8)[6]+4 = 10 force damage, in addition Arthur teleports to O15, and Mathilda teleports to O13

[Hircine]

No time for description but check out the spoilers and map for the turn results.

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Attack: [roll0]-1 =
Damage: [roll1]-1+3 =

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Minor: Majestic Word on Eldon - spend/gain surge hp + 4 (CHA Mod) In addition slide 1 square to N14
Move: Shift N14 to N13
[b]Standard[/b[: Shift N13 to N12
Action Point!: Victim of the Feywild vs Grey Wolf 1
Attack: [roll2]+5 = 16 vs Will
IF hit: [roll3]+4 = 10 force damage, in addition Arthur teleports to O15, and Mathilda teleports to O13

Due to difficult terrain you can't shift.

[CalebRoberts]

Due to difficult terrain you can't shift.

No problem. Wrenndel will move the 2 squares then, proving 2 OAs but saving his action point. See post above for edits.

[Hircine]

The wolves seeing an opportunity take swipes at Wrenndel as he tries to scurry away.

Both wolves run into each other allowing the gnome to get passed unscathed.

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Ravenous Wolf
To Hit:(1d20+6)[15]
Damage:(1d10+3)[9]

Gray Wolf
To Hit:(1d20+7)[16]
Damage:(1d6+5)[9]

[Hircine]

Ignoring Arthur's challenge the second gray wolf skirts past the paladin to attack Eldon. It pays the price when a ray of divine light sears the beast.

Eldon not to be caught off guard twice manages to raise his halberd and easily repel the wolf's attack.

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(1d20+5)[8]
(1d6+5)[9]

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G2 takes 6 for ignoring Arthur's Divine Challenge.

Rolan's Turn!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, R1, R2, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

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Since you all have initiative over the wolves Rolan, Eldon, Matilda, and Arthur can post in any order.

[Dakaran]

Rolan

Infuriated that a simple wolf managing to escape his mental barrage, Rolan focuses his mind on harnessing that emotion. Rolan presses outward with his mind, searching for the wolf that escaped him. Rolan goes to pour mental anguish upon the wolf only to realize he lashed out with greater power than he had planned. Quickly, he pours the mental energy into the vicinity of the wolf, hoping to avoid his companions.

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Standard: Attacking Ravenous Wolf 3 with Dishearten (targeting L14 - burst 1)
Attack vs Will: (1d20+6)[23]
Damage: (1d6+7)[12]
If the attack hits it'll give a -2 penalty to the wolf's attack until the end of my next turn.

After much self-debating I decided to just hit 1 wolf instead of hitting more with the burst 1 attack since there was no way to hit more than 1 enemy without hitting at least one of the rest of you.

[Selinia]

Matilda was busy yanking her knife from the almost-corpse of one of the ravenous wolves when Wrenndel's sudden teleportation swept her up and deposited her next to another. She considered complaining... but hey, fresh target. Nothing wrong with that, even if she felt like she was going to puke.

The drow figured some vigorous stabbing would help her feel better.

So she did that.

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Sly Flourish on Gray Wolf 1.
To-Hit: (1d20+11)[27] vs AC (Combat Advantage included)
Damage: (1d4+8)[12]
Sneak Attack: (2d8)[9]

EDIT: If that takes the gray wolf down to -DEAD-, Matilda will move to L13.

[Hircine]

Wrenndel sends one of the wolves along with Matilda and Arthur stepping across planes as he recounts a tale of fey warriors emerging from nowhere to attack intruders in their realm. When he is finished his allies have been teleported next to another snarling foe. The wolf returns battered, beaten, and disoriented from the gnomes attack.

Rolan upset with his previous failure unleashes another mental barrage on his furry adversary. This time his psychic assault finds purchase, weakening the wolf's resolve to continue fighting.

Matilda still a little disoriented from being transported stabs at the nearest wolf to alleviate the problem. She feels much better sticking her blade repeatedly into the wolf's side. The wolf's whines become weaker with each thrust and its barely able to stay upright after the attack.

Eldon and Arthur are up!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, Arthur, R3, G1, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[dariathalon]

Eldon - Human Ardent

Eldon let out a small yelp as he realized he was now surrounded by all three wolves. He considered flailing around wildly with his halberd in a circle to hit all three of the wolves, but quickly dismissed the idea for fear of hitting Arthur and Matilda too. He shrugged his shoulders and brought his halberd down on the wolf that appeared closest to death.

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Standard: Energizing strike on grey wolf 1 Attack vs AC - (1d20+6)[25]. A hit does damage - (1d10+4)[14] and Matilda gets 4 temporary hp.

I know how you feel, Dakaran. I'd really like to fire off an augment 2 demoralizing strike (close burst 1), but it hits creatures in the burst instead of enemies.

[Hircine]

Eldon hefts his halberd to its full height, then with the precision of an executioner he brings the weapon down in one swift motion, separating the pack leader's head from its body. As he strikes Matilda feels a rush of energy wash over her.

The severed head tumbles through the mud before finally coming to a rest at the foot of its pack mate.


Can Arthur finish off these pesky wolves!?
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Initiative Order: Matilda, Arthur, R3, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[Arillius]

Arthur

Arthur looks more then a little sick by the teleportation and doesn't seem to have enjoyed the experience. The almost vibrant color that he seemed to carry from his healing fades as well as he prepares to move. With his shield ready to intercept blows Arthur tries to circle around his foe. When both wolves are beside him he takes his longsword and brings it down upon the weaker of the two.

Unfortunatly between the mud, the hail, the side effects of the teleportation and the attempt to defend himself as he moves, Arthur's powerful swing strikes the ground. He does, however, raise his shield to the creature and say a word of prayer. The symbol on Arthur's shield shines a silvery white light briefly, likely taking the creatures attention.
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Move to L15
Standard Action- Valorous Smite vs Gray Wolf 2
Attack vs AC (1d20+6)[10]
Damage (2d8+3)[8]
Effect- On hit, all enemies within three squares are marked by divine sanction
Minor- Divine Challenge against gray wolf 2

[Hircine]

Watching Arthur carefully maneuver around it the gray wolf recklessly lunges at the paladin.

The beast manages to take a quick swipe at Arthur's leg that barely seems to faze the holy warrior. After its attack the wolf hurriedly hustles off to add its only remaining ally.

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(1d20+7)[24]
(1d6+5)[9]
Since G2 hit it can shift four squares.

OOC: Arillius

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I'm going to assume you were trying to hit R3 since you wouldn't have been adjacent to G2 anyway. Also since it hit on the OA it can shift four.

[Hircine]

Emboldened by the presence of its partner the smaller wolf rushes at Eldon fangs bared.

The ardent sees the attack coming from a mile away and easily avoids the clumsy offensive.

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(1d20+6)[10]
(1d10+3)[9]

What will Wrenndel do!?
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Initiative Order: Matilda, Arthur, R3, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

[CalebRoberts]

The little gnome giggles inappropriately at his companions minor discomfort from the teleport. He clears his throat, and with a mocking smile, whispers in an evil sounding voice. "You failllllll" to the bigger wolf.

He then works his way through about 10 feet of slop toward the bridge.

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Standard: Vicious Mockery vs Gray Wolf 2
Attack: (1d20)[8]+5= 13 vs Will
Hit: (1d6)[6]+4= 10 psychic damage and -2 to attack rolls until the end of Wrenndel's next turn
Minor: None
Move: N12 to L11

[Hircine]

While unable to understand the gnome's snide remark the wolf pins its ears back and holds its head down shamefully.

[Hircine]

Unable to respond to Arthur's challenge the gray wolf chooses to focus on Eldon. As it turns away from the paladin a ray of divine light slams into the beast, knocking it to the ground.

It lays in the mud for several minutes before finally pulling itself to its feet. Wrinkling its nose it pounces at the ardent. The beast's fangs dig deeply into Eldon's shoulder sending pain coursing through his body. Satisfied the wolf releases its grip and stalks away to lick its many wounds.

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(1d20+7)[24]
(1d6+5)[7]

Rolan, Eldon, Matilda, and Arthur are up!
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Initiative Order: Matilda, Arthur, R3, Wrenndel, G2, Rolan, Eldon

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Once again with initiative you all can act out of turn order.