Trans-Atlantic Rise of the Runelords

[12StoryCondo]

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Steven
Male Neutral Human Barbarian, Level 1, Init +4, HP 11/15/13, Speed 40 ft
AC 12, Touch 8, Flat-footed 10, CMD 14, Fort +5, Ref +2, Will +1, CMB +6, Base Attack Bonus +1
Scimitar +8 (1d6+7 (+10 2H), 18-20/x2)
Dagger (1) +6 (+3 when thrown) (1d4+5, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather (not worn) (+4 Armor, +2 Dex, -4 Misc)
Abilities Str 20, Dex 15, Con 17, Int 18, Wis 9, Cha 7
Condition -Mage Armor (+4 armor bonus | 1hr)
-Power Attacking unless specifying otherwise (+3 2h dmg or +2 1h dmg | -1 hit for subsequent attacks in round i.e. attacks of opportunity)
-Raging (+4 morale to Str/Con | -2 AC | +2 Will saves)
-Charged this round (+2 hit | -2 AC)

Round 7

As the familiar smell in a curl of smoke from his fiery wound drifts past his nostrils, Stevens pupils dilate and his breathing becomes frenzied. He hisses a long breath outward and practically flies at the Warchanter.

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Rage - 2H charging power attack at +8 hit | 1d6+10 damage

[WayfaringGypsy]

Hopton, feeling that laying down before his enemy would be a bad place to stay, rolls backwards from him, giving his wouldbe allies a chance to defend him. Leoneiros stabs the unconsious Goblin, killing it. Jephath removes the mist, revealing the area around the fight. Chaos still runs rampant around the square. The burning cart is now mimicked by several tents and fences that fell prey to the Goblin's torches. Goblins continue their attack, while you can see the beginning of an organized town militia start to fight back. This is all once again blocked off from one angle as Ark brings forth a wall from the Earth, trapping the Warchanter among the heroes. Seeing his openning and fuming with anger, Steven rages and charges the Warchanter. His scimtar connects and tears the Warchanter to pieces. Seeing his enemy slain, Brenden begins to lower his blade when he is startled by a sound.

Three Goblins witness the ground form a wall and proceed to investigate. Upon entering the Grease, their splashing causes the Grease affected area to burst into flames, starting from the burning cart next to it. The Goblins are immediately caught on fire and begin running.

Through the "wall" a flaming goblin appears and runs for where the Warchanter was, aimlessly screaming and batting at himself. Brenden sees the FGoblin(1) and strikes with his sword, beheading the passing Goblin before he could hurt anyone. FGoblin(2) come screaming at Jephath, surprised to see a flaming goblin, Jephath is caught off guard and unable to deter the charging pyro. They collide, burning Jephath and knocking him back a few feet. FGoblin(3) runs blindly into Steven, who barely notices he was coming. To that degree, he doesn't really notice when the Goblin bounces off of him either. FGoblin(3) spins off of him and into the wall again, revealing the illusion entirely.

Spoiler: Mechanics Breakdown

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Hopton Acrobatics (1d20+10)[21] DC 17

Steven's Attack (1d20+12)[24]
Steven's Damage (1d6+10)[15]

Warchanter Defensive Cast (1d20+2)[3] DC 17

Brenden's Attack (1d20+7)[9]
Brenden's Damage (1d6+3)[9]

FGoblin(1) Bullrush WarChanter (1d20)[12]
WarChanter Aoo (1d20+1)[14]
WarChanter Damage (1d4)[4]
FGoblin(1) Damage (1d6)[3]
FGoblin(2) Bullrush Jephath (1d20)[18]
Acrobatics Check (1d20)[13]
Jephath Aoo (1d20)[6]
Jephath Damage (1d8)[5]
FGoblin(2) Damage (1d6)[2]
FGoblin(3) Bullrush Steven (1d20)[4]
Steven Aoo (1d20+8)[11]
Steven Damage (1d6+10)[13]
FGoblin(3) Damage (1d6)[4]

[Farmerbink]

Round 8

Spoiler: Stat block

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Hopton Watchburrough
M CG Halfling Rogue - Knife Master, Level 1, Init +7, HP 10/10, Speed 20
AC 19, Touch 16, Flat-footed 14, CMD 13, Fort +3, Ref +8, Will +2, CMB -2, Base Attack Bonus 0
Weapon Finesse Dagger x6 (+2 &1/2*level to SoH to conceal) +6 or (1d3-1, 19-20/x2)
Short Bow (20x arrows) +6 (1d4-1, x3)
Dagger (thrown) +6 (1d3-1, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather (+3 Armor, +5 Dex, +1 Size)
Abilities Str 8, Dex 20, Con 14, Int 14, Wis 12, Cha 9
Condition None

No longer immediately threatened, Hopton regains his feet. Well, that was fun! he beams, with a huge grin across his face. Surveying his surroundings, he continues,I suppose we've got a few more to take care of yet! Well, hop to it, folks!

He moves to the edge of the grease, preparing to assault any goblins that attempt to cross the area.

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Move action to stand, another move action to move up to the edge of the grease.

[DarkOne-Rob]

Round 8

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Jephath Gandethus
Male Lawful Neutral Human Oracle, Level 1, Init -1, HP 8/10, Speed 30
AC 20, Touch 15, Flat-footed 15, CMD 15, Fort +2, Ref +5, Will +2, CMB +0, Base Attack Bonus 0
Morningstar (-) +0 (1d8, x2)
Dagger (1) +0/-1 (1d4, 19-20/x2)
Light Crossbow (10) -1 (1d8, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather Armor, Heavy Wooden Shield (+3 Armor, +2 Shield, +5 Dex)
Abilities Str 10, Dex 8, Con 14, Int 14, Wis 10, Cha 20
Condition Flanking the Goblin

"Agh! That hurt you little beast!"

Jephath grips his morningstar and steps around the goblin, swinging at the flaming mongrel in front of him.

Spoiler: Combat Actions

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Five foot step to try and flank the goblin, then attack the goblin with Jephath's morningstar (1d20+2 w/flanking, 1d20+0 without, 1d8 x2 damage).

[MuffinMan]

Round 8

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Leoneiros Moonshadow
M CG Elf Ranger, Level 1, Init +4, HP 10/11, Speed 30ft
AC 16, Touch 14, Flat-footed 12, CMD 17, Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +2, CMB +3, Base Attack Bonus 1
Sling (8) +5 (1d4 + 2, x3)
Shortspear (2) +3 / +5 thrown (1d6 + 2, x2)
Dagger (1) +3 / +5 thrown (1d4 + 2, 19-29/x2)
Leather Armor, Buckler (+2 Armor, +4 Dex)
Abilities Str 14, Dex 18, Con 13, Int 12, Wis 14, Cha 8
Condition Wielding shortspear. No buckler
vs Animals +2 atk/dmg
-2 atk per range increment (50 ft for sling)
Point Blank Shot: +1/+1 within 30 ft

Leoneiros braces his foot on the dead goblin and pulls his spear free with a moist slurping sound. Wordlessly he turns to the next unconscious goblin and dispatches him the same way.

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Coup de grace whichever of goblin 1 and 2 is still alive. Or if they're both dead, move and standard attack goblin 3

[Untarr]

Round 8

Ark looks dumbfounded at the chaos.

These guys look like they are more interested in killing themselves. I really shouldn't have tried so hard.

He backs up and stands in between Leo and the stairs while looking for a goblin to shoot.

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Move Action to 5' square in between Leo and the stairs. Ready to shoot Acid Dart (+4 to hit, 1d6 Acid Damage) at any goblin not engaging in melee with someone in the party.

[12StoryCondo]

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Steven
Male Neutral Human Barbarian, Level 1, Init +4, HP 9/13, Speed 40 ft
AC 15, Touch 11, Flat-footed 14, CMD 14, Fort +3, Ref +1, Will -1, CMB +3, Base Attack Bonus +1
Scimitar +3(1d6+4 (+6 2H), 18-20/x2)
Dagger (1) +3 (+3 when thrown) (1d4+2, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather (not worn) (+4 Armor, +1 Dex)
Abilities Str 14, Dex 13, Con 13, Int 18, Wis 9, Cha 7
Condition -Mage Armor (+4 armor bonus | 1hr)
-Power Attacking unless specifying otherwise (+3 2h dmg or +2 1h dmg | -1 hit for subsequent attacks in round i.e. attacks of opportunity)
-Fatigued (-2 Str/Dex, can't run or charge, lasts 2 rounds)

Round 8

Steven's breathing becomes ragged and intermittent as his shoulders slump slightly. Standing motionless before the tattered corpse of the Warchanter, he takes a look at his surroundings. "...did any make it through? *pant* Are the people safe in the Cathedral?" He begins cautiously moving toward the church.

Spoiler: Mechanics

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Total defense while moving toward the steps, searching for threats with Perception -1

[JWallyR]

Round 8

Branden swings at the nearest goblin, while shaking his head at the chaos.

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Attack +5, 1d6+3, crit 18-20 x2

[WayfaringGypsy]

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Jephath Attack (1d20+2)[21]
Jephath Damage (1d8)[1]

Brenden Attack (1d20+5)[15]
Brenden Damage (1d6+3)[6]

As Hopton guards the frontline, Leo continues to finish off the sleeping Goblins one at a time. Jephath moves inot position and attempts to finish off his flaming foe. Jephath bats the Goblin in the head, sending him tumbling back toward Hopton. Ark begins moving up the stairs as Father Zantus emerges from the Cathedral. "The combat seems to be slowing." Steven moves to join them and Father Zantus hears his breathing. "Are you seriously injured? Please gather your wounded, it's the least I could do." Brenden steps to the final Goblin swings at his foe. His attack misses, but as he does, he sees the Goblin fall to the ground. Succumbing to the fire, the Goblin is slain. Pleased with the results he moves to the stairs with everyone.

As the party gathers atop the stairs, Father Zantus begins to heal the party to full health. "We appreciate all the help you have provided. The town guard appears to be driving out the last of them, but your efforts here saved a lot of lives."

[MuffinMan]

Leoneiros fidgets and grumbles under his breath as he waits for Father Zantus to come around and heal his foot, shooting dark glances at Ark and Hopton every now and then. Bits and pieces are articulate enough to be faintly heard

...broad side of a bugbear...disgrace for his ears...shouldn't be meddling with clumsy runts and...

Suddenly something Father Zantus said clicks in Leoneiros' head and his ears prick up. "Wait, you mean Shiny here's not part of the town guard?" He points to Branden. "Then just who are you?"

[JWallyR]

Branden sheathes his hastily cleaned scimitar before bowing deeply to all assembled.

It is both my greatest pleasure and my humblest duty to present to you the least of the servants of the Dawnflower, Sarenrae; my given name is Branden Tychus.

He rises from his bow, continuing:

Although my meager strength is bolstered by the Everlight, I consider allies all who would protect the innocent partakers of this great festival. My thanks to ye all.

Turning to Father Zantus, Branden says:

Father, can any more be done to salvage the festivities? Where can our new friends and I be of greatest service?

[Farmerbink]

Hopton snickers at the exchange, and gestures at Brenden. So if he's shiny, what does that make me? With another chuckle and a slight bow, he continues, Nevermind that. Hopton Watchburrough at your service, acrobat and daredevil extraordinaire!

He looks back to father Zantus, and gestures toward Brenden again.

I'm with what he said, any more goblins need killing?

He flips a few knives around his fingers- narrowing missing dozens of cuts, watching the lights from the fires flicker on the blades.

[Untarr]

Ark falls down on the steps. He is breathing heavily and looks completely exhausted.

Pleased...*cough* to meet *cough cough* you.

Sorry, I normally don't do these sorts of things. Books don't try to kill you, so I prefer their company.

Ark looks at Hopton, and after a few moments says aloud.

I guess that would make you 'dull'. hehehehe

[12StoryCondo]

Steven absently probes the smooth, sooty patch of freshly mended skin. "Thanks for the assist, Ark." He moves toward Father Zantus, and with poorly masked disappointment asks "So I suppose the festival is done now, isn't it?"

[DarkOne-Rob]

"Thank you, Father, for the healing," Jephath says, bowing gratefully. "The whole celebration may not be ruined yet, but we will need to find the goblin leader and force a retreat, or their insanity could burn down several buildings! We are near the northeastern gate, could they have come from that direction?"

[WayfaringGypsy]

Father Zantus says, "This town is not used to this kind of savagery, I may be able to calm things down, but I know not of the continuing of the festivities. Maybe if we..." AND THEN, AS IF BY SOME SORT OF DIVINATION ON THE PART OF JEPHATH, a scream is heard from the Northeastern Gate.

[MuffinMan]

"You two wanted to be useful?" Leo addresses Branden and Hopton as he jerks his thumb in the direction of the northeast gate. "How about doing it over there?"

Seeing everyone's expressionless faces leveled at him, he rolls his eyes and throws his hands up in the air. "Fine! I'll go too. It's not like I had anything else to do today. Ark!" He calls back as he walks down the steps to retrieve his spears. "Get it together, we're moving!"

[Farmerbink]

With an eager gleam in his eye, Hopton hurriedly scampers in the direction the screams came from, scanning the area for threats, cover, and places to hide along the way.
Moving, indeed!

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+7 perception, +12 stealth if an opportunity provides itself

[Untarr]

I've got nothing left. Gods, I hope they don't need me to cast spells...

Ark picks himself off the steps with a groan and runs after his brother.

[JWallyR]

Branden nods quickly at Father Zantus.

Again to the fray, then!

He readies his weapons and charges to the northeast.

[DarkOne-Rob]

"You can't already be tapped out, good elf! I enjoyed your magical displays so far, and was looking forward to more!" Jephath laughs, encouraging his new-found comrade. Smirking, he continues, "That acid-splash could have been better aimed, but I cannot deny that I was amused by the mishap..."

Turning towards the gate, Jephath turns and begins jogging in the direction of the commotion, not concerned with surprising the goblins.

[12StoryCondo]

"I suppose I sh-" Steven cuts off as he realizes everyone has charged off. "Dammit! Was a day off without this crap too much to ask!?" He bounds off in the direction of inevitable conflict.

[WayfaringGypsy]

Spoiler: Map

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https://www.dropbox.com/s/vmhjgljvz7g7ub4/map.xls

On the way towards the scream, the town feels quiet. The fighting and the festivities have all began to die down. As the heroes arrive on the road to the North Gate, they see a man hiding behind a barrel. Frantic barking can be heard up ahead of them.

You look up to see a battle going between a dog and a Goblin Commando riding a Goblin dog. You hear the man yelling for Maverick to come back. Then you see the commando come down with his horsechopper and kill the dog. The dog slumps over as you hear a frenzied cheer come up. The commando's kin had been hiding from the dog and were coming out to celebrate their kill.

6 goblins and their mounted commando snicker gleefully as they all turn there attention to the man hiding behind the barrel. They don't seem to have noticed you yet...

Spoiler: INITIATIVE!!!

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Jephath (1d20-1)[19]
Leoneiros (1d20+4)[19]
Ark (1d20+8)[16]
Steven (1d20+4)[16]
Hopton (1d20+7)[10]
Goblin (1d20+6)[10]
Goblin Commando (1d20+3)[5]
Brenden (1d20)[1]

[Farmerbink]

Surprise Round

Hopton quickly scrambles to the barn, assuming a tense and eager position, ready to jump out if any of the goblins get close enough.

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+12 sneakity

[Untarr]

Surprise Round
ACID BOLT!!

Ark runs forward and fires a ball of green goop from his finger towards the goblins.

Spoiler: Combat Mechanics

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Move forward and fire Acid Bolt (+4 Hit 1d6 Dmg vs Touch AC) at any goblin not currently in melee with an ally.

[MuffinMan]

Surprise Round

Leoneiros runs up the road, drawing his spears as he closes the distance. He takes aim and hurls the first one not at the goblin commando, but at the goblin dog he is riding.

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Let's see how YOU like it!

Spoiler: Combat Mechanics

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Move to within 20ft (if possible) while drawing 2 shortspears, throw one at dog for +8atk / 1d6+5dmg (Point Blank and favored enemy - booya!)

[DarkOne-Rob]

Surprise Round

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Jephath Gandethus
Male Lawful Neutral Human Oracle, Level 1, Init -1, HP 10/10, Speed 30
AC 20, Touch 15, Flat-footed 15, CMD 15, Fort +2, Ref +5, Will +2, CMB +0, Base Attack Bonus 0
Morningstar (-) +0 (1d8, x2)
Dagger (1) +0/-1 (1d4, 19-20/x2)
Light Crossbow (10) -1 (1d8, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather Armor, Heavy Wooden Shield (+3 Armor, +2 Shield, +5 Dex)
Abilities Str 10, Dex 8, Con 14, Int 14, Wis 10, Cha 20
Condition None

"For Sandpoint!" yells Jephath as he charges into the goblins.

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Charge the Goblin Dog 1d20+2 to hit, 1d8 x2 Damage

[12StoryCondo]

Surprise Round

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Steven
Male Neutral Human Barbarian, Level 1, Init +4, HP 13/13, Speed 40 ft
AC 16, Touch 12, Flat-footed 14, CMD 16, Fort +3, Ref +2, Will -1, CMB +4, Base Attack Bonus +1
Scimitar +4 (1d6+3 (+4 2H), 18-20/x2)
Dagger (1) +4 (+3 when thrown) (1d4+3, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather (not worn) (+4 Armor, +2 Dex)
Abilities Str 16, Dex 15, Con 13, Int 18, Wis 9, Cha 7
Condition -Mage Armor (+4 armor bonus | 1hr)
-Power Attacking unless specifying otherwise (+3 2h dmg or +2 1h dmg | -1 hit for subsequent attacks in round i.e. attacks of opportunity)

Rage: 4/5 rounds left today

Steven strides toward the goblins along the north road, drawing his weapon as he does, and comes to rest a short distance from them, beginning to interpose himself between them and the man. He also speaks loudly during this action, "This town is under protection, so you better leave while you still can. I won't even make you pay for the damage to my twice-damned shirt you petty imps. Now leave

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before I crush your skulls like overripe apples and decorate my hut with your entrails!"

Spoiler: Mechanics

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Start moving to put self in front of barrel to intercept goblins, draw weapon while doing do.

[JWallyR]

Branden flourishes his scimitar as he charges the nearest goblin.

Surrender, or be redeemed in the hereafter!

Spoiler: Combat Mechanics

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Expecting no goblins to surrender, move action, if possible attack at +5, 1d6+3, crit 18-20

[WayfaringGypsy]

As the Goblins converge on the cowardly man, Jephath charges the mounted Goblin in hopes of evening the odds. However, the Goblin Commando was able to manuever his mount to avoid the attack. Leoneiros saw this as an opportunity; he rushed forward and threw his spear will all he had. The Goblin Dog didn't even see it coming. The spear when right into his chest, piercing his heart, and dropping the Goblin Dog. The Goblin Commando was so surprised that he fell to the ground with the Goblin Dog. Ark moved in to make his move and launched an acidic dart at one of the onlooking Goblins, though it sailed high and missed. As the man peered over the barrel, Steven was suddenly blocking his view, towering over the crouched man protectively. Hopton was nowhere to be seen, choosing to bide his time in the shadows at the moment. As Branden rushed in to make is presence know, the spied the closed Goblin. He moved in to attack with is scimitar, but the Goblin was too quick and managed to dodge his attack.

Spoiler: Mechanics

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Jephath Attack (1d20+2)[15] at Goblin Dog
Jephath Damage (1d8)[1]
Goblin Commando Ride check (1d20+9)[15]

Leoneiros Attack (1d20+4)[21] at Goblin Dog
Leoneiros Damage (1d6+5)[11]

Ark Attack (1d20+4)[6] at G3
Ark Damage (1d6)[1]

Hopton Stealth (1d20+12)[29]

Brenden Attack (1d20+2)[7] at G6
Brenden Damage (1d8)[3]