Way of the Wicked: Knot of Thorns [IC]

[Silver Night]

Seva

Seva proceeds with the others, but keeps quiet - aware, perhaps, that subtle conversational techniques aren't her forte.

[Jopustopin]

Jeyne

She turns to Timeon when Ixe asks him a question, "Yes, please tell us any information you have. We're still in grave danger down here."

While speaking she gives Ixe a nod that seems to mean, yes let's move out. She begins walking slowly forward while talking.

[Kish]

"I came from that way." Timeon gestures to the west door as you reach the room with the shadow, who fortunately does not make an appearance. "While I was hiding in there, I heard the nobleman talking to a woman--I don't know where Sir Balin is; I hope he escaped this terrible madhouse. But he--the nobleman, that is--said I wouldn't be able to escape, wherever I might be hiding, because there are vicious metal cobras in the next room, a secret door across from the stairs hides the way out, a shrieker screams when there is light or movement nearby somewhere, and four drowned men rise when the shrieker cries--most of it didn't make much sense, but it all seemed worth remembering."

[Cavir]

Vosnak

Following Timeon's wealth of information, he allows the squire to pass by. "Well done young Timeon. A keen mind is a precious thing. That information will help us get through this death maze. Please speak up if you remember more along the way. Have you been schooled in weapons yet? You can join us in the battles to come." Vosnak puts the boy's information to memory as he awaits an answer.

[Hypersmith]

As he waits for the party to approach, Ilnesh searches the door thoroughly for traps.
Should they round the corner before he is done, he will simply swing the doors open to hide the text on them from Timeon.

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That's taking 20 on a search, if it's less than two minutes (which I expect it will) till the party gets here, just a roll and opening the door. Preemptive perception roll: (1d20+3)[12]

[Hypersmith]

Noticing the party rounding the corner, Ilnesh leans forwards and pulls the door open, hoping this particular room isn't one filled with creatures ready to kill. He peers inside as he awaits the rest of the party.

[Cavir]

Vosnak follows around to the next door and he sees Nesh about to open it. "I wouldn't do that just yet. Seems there's 2 metal snakes in there to fight. Better to be ready and formed up for a fight. When everyone is ready I can stand in the back and summon some help once the door opens so we can attack from both sides. Anyone else with ideas?"

[Hypersmith]

Ilnesh pauses while opening the doors briefly, unhappy at the interruption and the fact the boy will see the text, but he backs away from the doors, a slight frown tugging at his mouth. Better indeed. Who will lead then?"

[Silver Night]

Seva

"I can, perhaps they will be vulnerable to a flail. Though do check for any traps, by all means."

[Kish]

"I am, but I don't have my sword," Timeon says.

He looks at the words on the door and frowns. "Are there words like that on other doors you've seen? Some kind of..."

[Hypersmith]

Ilnesh gives Seva a quick nod. "Please do." He turns after to Timeon, arching an eyebrow "Some kind of what? It seems to me the doctrines of the cult are written on the doors to keep cultists in check. Now lets see if those snakes are real."

[Ixe]

Ixe waits for the others to decide to move forward. He seems nervous and frustrated, but says nothing.

[Kish]

Timeon aims Jeyne's crossbow at the door.

[Cavir]

Vosnak moves up to see around the corner to the latest door. "I'm ready"

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Move to T5

[Hypersmith]

Wordlessly, Ilnesh draws a dagger and swings open the door, standing side by side with Seva.

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Moving to W5 and opening the door.

[Kish]

As Ilnesh opens the door, a hissing sound greets you. On the other side of the door is another room similar in shape and size to the previous ones. A barred door on the south wall is the only visible exit. Your attention is immediately grabbed by the beautiful but menacing sight of two metal cobras spreading their hoods and rising to greet you.

Spoiler: SNAKES!

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>> Ixe 19
>> Seva 19
>> Jeyne 18
>> Ilnesh 17
>> Vosnak 10
Timeon 9
C1 7
C2 5

Map is updated. Ixe, Seva, Jeyne, Ilnesh, and Vosnak are up; all of you act before Timeon or the snakes.

[Jopustopin]

Jeyne

She barely sizes up the snakes before uttering an arcane incantation. With both her hands she releases a spell that looks like a translucent spherical object outlined with waves of force that moves quickly into one of the metal cobras.

Standard: Cast Magic Missile on C1 for (1d4+5)[9] points of force damage.

[Cavir]

"Nice shot." Vosnak moves past Jeyne and fires his own blast at the other snake, a glob of goo, to slow it down.

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Move to V5.
Entangling Ectoplasm at C2. Ranged Touch. On hit entangled for 5 rounds. No save or resistance.
(1d20+2)[18]

PP remaining: 8

[Silver Night]

Seva

Seva moves forward, and throws a javelin at the first snake.

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Move to W4 and throwing a javelin.

Can't get much close this round, what with the heavy armor.

Attack: (1d20+1)[18]
Damage: (1d6+2)[8]

[Kish]

Struck by Jeyne's arcane projectile and Seva's javelin, the first snake falls, the light fading from its eyes.

[Hypersmith]

Ilnesh stands his ground and throws a dagger at the second snake.

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Dagger ranged roll (1d20+6)[12] Damage (1d4+1)[2] Sneak Attack (if applicable[probably not]) (1d6)[1]

[Ixe]

Ixe, impressed, glances side to side. Once again, his capable companions seem to be making short work of whatever foes stand against them. Not only is there not much for him to do, there is in fact nowhere left for him to stand!

Instead, he takes the opportunity to observe Timeon more closely. Nothing about the boy's story adds up. Odd enough that he got down here at all; how could he have done so without noting the inscriptions on the doors? He peers at him distrustfully, his face expressionless..

Sense Motive check: 1d20 +1 (rank) -2 (Wisdom penalty) = 7

[Kish]

Ilnesh's dagger misses the snake. Timeon fires Jeyne's heavy crossbow at it, but the bolt bounces off the creature's metal skin. Though entangled by Vosnak's projectile, the snake is still able to move forward with impressive speed, attempting to bite Ilnesh.

Spoiler: Ixe

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It's clear that he's under stress, but that's inevitable under the circumstances; you can't figure out any more than that.

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Timeon's attack: (1d20+1)[15] Damage: (1d10)[5]
The snake's attack: (1d20+1)[6] Critical threat check: (1d20+1)[14] Damage: (1d6+1)[3] Critical damage: (1d6+1)[7] If it hits, make a Fortitude save.

>> Ixe 19
>> Seva 19
>> Jeyne 18
>> Ilnesh 17
>> Vosnak 10
Timeon 9
C2 5

Map is updated. Ixe, Seva, Jeyne, Ilnesh, and Vosnak are up.

[Cavir]

"One more to go." A bolt of electricity darts from Vosnak's finger, arcing at the remaining metallic snake.

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Assuming we are doing the -4 for shooting into melee. Energy Ray (electricity). 1 PP, 1d6 damage, ranged touch. +3 for metallic target.
Ranged Touch attack: (1d20+1)[21] (+1 Dex, +1 BAB, +3 metallic, -4 melee) not including entangled
Crit: (1d20+1)[9]
Damage: (1d6)[6]
Crit damage: (1d6)[2]

PP left: 7

Seva had moved up to W4.

[Silver Night]

Seva

Seva moves forward and attacks the snake with her flail!

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Attack: (1d20+5)[23]
Damage: (1d10+3)[6]

[Hypersmith]

Ducking out the way of the snakes strike, Ilnesh spins about to flank the snake, quickly drawing a dagger and making a melee strike.

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Moving to Y4, assuming flank with Seva so here's a melee dagger roll: (1d20+3)[11] damage(1d4)[3] Sneak attack (1d6)[3]
and all the crit stuff: (1d20+3)[23] damage(1d4)[1] Sneak attack (1d6)[1]

[Ixe]

Ixe watches the fray tensely, the polished wooden staff clutched tightly in his grip. His eyes dart from his companions to the bizarre construct attacking them, and back. He watches and Ilnesh expertly dodges around to the construct's rear, hopefully confusing it for a moment. During the brief pause between Jeyne and Vosnak's magical attacks, he sees his opportunity and springs into action.

Spoiler: Melee attack

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Ixe moves to W5, the square that Ilnesh just left, to stand next to Seva.

Melee attack: 1d20 +0 (BAB) +1 (Strength) = 21
(( That's awesome! First hit with my staff. ))

Weapon damage: 1d6 +1 (Strength) = 3

[Jopustopin]

Jeyne watches the combat but doesn't perform any actions this round except to defend herself if the need arises.

Standard Action: Total Defense

[Kish]

Struck by Vosnak's missile, Seva's flail, and Ixe's staff, the cobra crunches and falls as the light in its eyes fade.

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360 XP each.

[Cavir]

"Nice and quick. No weakness here." Vosnak kicks at one of the snakes to make sure it is dead then begins taking a closer look at it, studying it in curiosity.