Magic the Gathering 5e: DEBT

[Amidus Drexel]

Alexander shakes his mane and yells at Viktor, "Hey, we're here on orders from High Priestess Alante, you traitor! When Vona hears of this, she'll string you up!"

Spoiler: Dice

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Initiative: (1d20)[11]

Persuasion: (1d20+3)[9]

[LaZodiac]

Any hopes that the rank and file soldiers might believe you are quashed as Viktor barks out in response "Ah, I had wondered who helped you escape. Who helped you kill our fine guardsmen! When we return with your heads, Alante's will join yours!"

The zombiefied raptor remembers to roll initiative: (1d20-2)[1]

[randman22222]

"Quips! My favourite! Wait, I don't suppose...
You really know nothing of who Alante is, do you, simpleton? Who she reports to in earnest? Interfering with us now may have you crossing a line you will regret."

A deception check before my initiative. (1d20+8)[13]
Initiative, in case the RNGods are not in my favour. (1d20+2)[16]

[12milematt]

How daring!
From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,
Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.
I must admit I do not wish you luck.

Initiative: (1d20+3)[14]

[LaZodiac]

Viktor smirks "Men, try and avoid killing the misty one. It's offered to tell us some interesting information. And leave the TRAITOR to me" he says, and he makes a pointed stab at Ecnerwal's location as he says so. And with that, combat breaks out!

The Seeker's Squire is first, and she rushes forward, lantern clattering at her side. She runs up to Nowel and with a speed far faster than you'd expect, slices at her with two swings.

The Squire moves to J9 and uses her multiattack on Nowel.

Multiattack! vs Nowel: (1d20+4)[8] vs AC, (1d6+2)[4] and (1d20+4)[21] vs AC, (1d6+2)[3]

The first swing misses by a mile, but it was a feint! Nowel is stabbed in the side by a brutal blow!

Zefeurtryiff's turn!

[randman22222]

Zefeurtryiff whips out a brass kazoo and plays a blindingly fast snippet of melody at the archer at E3. The sound is that of some bowed string instrument, and is somehow polyphonic. Confusing, magical sounds.

Dielwar's Confusing Kazoo (Tasha's Hideous Laughter), Wisdom save DC 14.

[LaZodiac]

Aetheric music seems to flow around Zefeurtryiff and towards the vampire solider. His pupils seem to dilate as he attempts to avoid the effect.

Will Save: (1d20)[5]

The vampire soldier is at a loss for words at the cacophonous sounds that beguile him, and he pitches over, collapsing in a heap.

Ecnerwal's turn!

[randman22222]

Zef switches to their lute and launches into a riff.

"♪Our weapons sharp, our spirits free,
Triumphant ever, we shall be!♪"

The zombisaur gets a D6 of inspiration.

[12milematt]

A pointy grin creeps across Ecnerwals face as Viktor designates him. He's delighted to be living in this guy's head rent-free.


By all means! I'll wait right here.
But first, I have my own idea.
If we're gonna have a duel, let's do it properly.
Call off your men, and then at dusk.
I'll draw my sword, and you'll draw yuh's.
And we'll find out who pulls out the victory.

And if you win, we'll make no fuss.
We'll surrender there, you'll capture us.
No need for us, or your men, to get hurt.
But if I win, you let us go free
For all they know you never saw me.
And still no need for your men to get hurt.

Now I'm sure that you must have your doubts
Can you trust me not to just run out?
Well I'm a man of my honor, but I'd say that either way
As collateral, I'll come with you
And then at dusk we'll have our duel
And decide who has the edge of the épée

We can settle this grudge like gentlemen
Or if you're scared and you think I'll win
Then I guess we'll just keep going here and now.
If you refuse, it can only mean
That you must not think your eyes that keen
And that I'll either sneak away or fence you out.

Whatever it is, if I were you
I'd hate to have to wear your shoes
When the boys that make it out of here ask you why.
You've got a choice, and I think it's clear
You can prove yourself, or show your fear.
Protect your men and honor, or both will die.

[LaZodiac]

Viktor definitely looks annoyed, and a little thrilled, by Ecnerwal's offer. He returns the smirk with bared fangs "Ah yes, a truly honourable man. The same man who killed two guards and disposed of their bodies, who escaped from prison by lying through his teeth, who intended to steal from Mistress Vona herself with the scum of the earth. A man who's defied his oath as a vampire. betraying queen and country." he gestures with one hand, as if revealing something of great import. "You shall have your duel, filth. Here and now, before the eyes of judgement. Perhaps you will entertain me long enough for your allies to make a suitable victory meal. Men, slaughter them all, baring the misted one and the traitor. He belongs to me and me alone." Viktor takes up a dueling stance, rapier held outstretched, his free hand curling in a mock lure.

Viktor accepts Ecnerwal's challenge, but on his own terms. All present but the cleric turn their attention to the others, their body language making it clear they're leaving the path open for Ecnerwal to advance on Viktor.

MAP: https://vgy.me/SVmS6f.png

It continues to be Ecnerwal's turn.

[12milematt]

Killing brings dishonor?
Are you not yourself at war?
Doctor, heal thyself.

No, I will not have my duel
You have declined my offer.
So now I'm using all my tools.
And ice will not be softer.


Ecnerwal walks to H8.


If you change your mind, then let me know.
Until then brace yourself for snow.

A gust of wind blows from behind Ecnerwal and the air glows white as it freezes and blows at Viktor.

Ray of Frost:
(1d20+5)[15] for (1d8)[4]

[LaZodiac]

The shards of frozen wind fly at Viktor, who evades them with some effort on his part. Despite this, he smirks "Aah, magic is it? All the greater challenge."

Nowel's turn!

[Durkoala]

Nowel tires to sniff through a pained grimace "Oh dear, now we have to kill each other honourably" she says to the woman trying to stab her "I'll try not to disappoint"

She swipes at the scout with an outstretched hand, and lightning crackles.

Spoiler: rolls

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(1d20+6)[18]
Bestowing curse of the sea

[Durkoala]

Taking advantage of the scout's ...surprise, Nowel steps gracefully away.

Spoiler: Damage and movement

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Shocking grasp damage: (1d8)[6]
Nowel Mare moves to L7

[LaZodiac]

Lightning arcs up from the ground and through the air, encouraged by Nowel's waving hand. The squire is electrocuted, and unable to respond as Nowel backs off to safety.

Alexander's turn!

[Amidus Drexel]

Alexander points at the sanguine glorifier and conjures a staff made of force, which begins to strike at her. He then closes with her, careful to avoid getting too close to any of the other vampires.

Spoiler: Rolls, moves, etc

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Action: Casting spiritual weapon at the vampire in K13.
to hit (1d20+6)[18]
damage (1d8+4)[5]

Bonus Action: directing the weapon to keep attacking her
to hit (1d20+6)[26]
damage (1d8+4)[11]

Move: To K12

[Amidus Drexel]

Crit damage: (1d8+4)[12]

[LaZodiac]

A starry tinted staff, slender and with a golden death-mask at one end, seems to come forth from the sparkling shadows. The cleric puts up a high and mighty face, attempting to avoid the first blow. She missteps, and the staff smashes into her shoulder, wounding her but not breaking her imperious stance. Then the eyes in the staff's mask glint, and with a resounding and VERY sudden "KER-TWHACK" recoils and slams the sanguine glorifier in the face. Her body crumples to the ground, a splatter of blood extending forth from where her head is. Or what's left of it.

Alexander may continue his turn

[LaZodiac]

Alexander, likely satisfied with the results of his spell, interjects himself between the squire and Nowel.

Alexander moves to K9. Now for enemy turn!

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Viktor advances on Ecnerwal, and flicks his rapier in a wide half circle, attempting to slice past his defenses.

Rapier! vs Ecnerwal: (1d20+3)[21] vs AC, (1d8+5)[6] damage if it hits.

Viktor's strike hits, finding a gap in Ecnerwal's armour! A thin red line seeps through the light tunic underneath. "The first blood belongs to ME, traitor."

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Vampire soldiers 1, 2, and 3 all knock arrows and rain them down on the party. Vampire Soldier 4 will attempt to break free from the spell like coma Zefeur put him under.

Bow! Vs Nowel: (1d20+3)[10] vs AC, (1d8+1)[2] damage if it hits.

Bow! Vs Zefeur: (1d20+3)[22] vs AC, (1d8+1)[9] damage if it hits.

Bow! Vs Alexander: (1d20+3)[8] vs AC, (1d8+1)[3] damage if it hits.

Nowel and Alexander are able to dodge the arrows, which clatter against the stone ground. However, the arrow aiming at Zefeur strikes true, jabbing into their shoulder, chunks of crumbling detritus spraying from the impact.

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The Zombie Raptor's' turn, and it's hanging lower jay comedically sways as it looks at the archers, the black magics animating what remains of it's mind trying to figure out how to get it's way up to the archers. It'll move to I9, the squire unable to opportunity attack and Viktor not interested in the undead dinosaur, though he clearly makes a note of it.

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The Squire is up next, and through grit teeth she'll swing her shortsword at Alexander twice, attempting to cut her way to Nowel.

Multiattack! Vs Alexander: (1d20+4)[12] vs AC, [roll]1d6+2p/roll] damage if it hits.
(1d20+4)[22] vs AC, [roll]1d6+2p/roll] damage if it hits.

Broke the damage rolls on this one, will fix. That said...

The squire's first blow is once again a miss, that she recovers into a stab at the stomach, piercing Alexander's side in the same spot as she hit Nowel!

[LaZodiac]

Vampire Soldier 4 attempts to resist the magic he's under.

Wisdom Save DC14: (1d20+1)[13]

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Damage roll for the Squire's successful hit: (1d6+2)[7]

MAP: https://vgy.me/RrOREt.png

Zefeur's turn!

[randman22222]

"A fight worth fighting, and foes (almost) worth fearing! At last!
How are you going to shoot at us now?"

With that, Zefeurtryiff will cast blindness at the Archer at O9. DC 14 Con. Effects

Zef then continues their tune, giving a D6 of Bardic Inspiration to Ecnerwal.
"Friend and foe aloof alike,
We've faith in ours' greater might!"

[LaZodiac]

A wisp of aether flits around like music towards the vampire, who blinks twice, trying to resist the effects working over him.

Con save: (1d20+1)[5]

The vampire archer lets out a shout, now rendered blind by the magical note.

Ecnerwal's turn!

[12milematt]

Are you so busy fighting you cannot see your own ship has set sail?
It's not the first blood that counts, but the last.
And around you your army crumbles and fails,
If not for your arrogance, it could have been prevented.
But you are the one who chose this fight.
And your friends' deaths fall upon your own head.


Ecnerwal casts Thunderwave on the cube spanning F9 to H11.

(1d20+5)[8] for (2d8)[8] damage + push 10ft, save half+negate push

[LaZodiac]

The blast of thunder washes over Viktor, who braces himself to try and avoid the brunt of the damage.

Con sav: (1d20+2)[12]

Despite his practiced stance, Viktor is sent stumbling backwards by the resounding explosion of thunder. He grimaces. "More trickery. And to think you offered up a duel. I'll enjoy running you through."

Nowel's turn!

[Durkoala]

Nowel dashes past Zefeurtryiff and spins to stop next to Ecnerwal. Smiling triumphantly at the scout, she gravely intones,

'At the end of the river,
The sundown weeps'

And snaps out a hand.

Spoiler: tactics

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Moving to I7 and casting thunderwave from J7 to L10.
Careful spell: Alex and the raptor
If the scout fails, activate curse of the sea to push her an extra 15 feet and send her into the crevice

[Durkoala]

Damage for thunderwave
(2d8)[11]

[LaZodiac]

The wind cracks with a resounding thunder, and the scout attempts to resist the effects of the spell!

Con save: (1d20+1)[17]

She's able to stay standing, but the blast clearly took a number out of her. She coughs up blood, and looks like she's barely standing. Because of Nowel's careful spell, the raptor and Alexander also take some minor damage.

Alexander's turn!

[Amidus Drexel]

Alexander cries out in surprise and pain when the shock wave hits him. He growls over his shoulder, "Hey, aren't we supposed to be on the same team?"

He whips around and attacks the scout with his claws, but holds his instructions to the spiritual weapon.

Spoiler: rolls/actions

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Action: attack with claws
to hit: (1d20+5)[10]
damage: (1d6+3)[8]

[Amidus Drexel]

During the follow-through of Alex's swipe, he commands his spectral staff to attack the scout!

Spoiler: rolls

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Bonus action: attack with spiritual weapon
to hit: (1d20+6)[14]
damage: (1d8+4)[7]

[LaZodiac]

The scout is able to dodge Alexander's claws, but manages simply to dodge into the swing of the spectral staff, which cracks over the back of her head. She falls to the rocks, dead.

Viktor prepares himself, the lunges forward at Ecnerwal, thrusting at his shoulder.

Rapier! Vs Ecnerwal: (1d20+3)[18] vs AC, (1d8+5)[11] damage if it hits.

Viktor snarls triumphantly as his rapier hits home, taking Ecnerwal in the arm quite painfully. He flicks the blood off, taunting his foe.

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The blind and catatonic vampire soldiers continue to try and resist those effects.

Con save: (1d20+1)[20]

Wis save: (1d20)[9]

The blinded vampire manages to right himself, readying an arrow but not yet able to fire. The catatonic vampire continues to be tormented by the visions Zefeur's magic imparted to him.

Vampire Soldiers 2 and 3, continue raining down arrows, though they at least seem to be losing confidence. One arrow heads for Alexander, another for Nowel.

Arrow! Vs Alexander: (1d20+1)[9] vs AC, (1d8+1)[7] damage if it hits.

Arrow! vs Nowel: (1d20+1)[21] vs AC, (1d8+1)[7] damage if it hits.

The arrow headed for Alexander misses cleanly, thudding into the body of the dead squire instead. Rolling the result of the arrow headed for Nowel in my next post.

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The zombie raptor dutifully heads towards the closest path it can find to get to the soldiers, as per Ecnerwal's orders.