RoR - IC thread

[MuffinMan]

Round 1

Lucas tumbles through the opening as the door swings open, before coming up behind the first wolf and aiming a vicious blow at its exposed flank!

Spoiler: Actions

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Use Acrobatics (1d20+8)[12] to avoid AoOs while moving to N10, if possible (vs DC of wolf's CMD).
Then attack the first wolf:
Attack (1d20+5)[11] (includes +1 from Inspire Courage and +2 flanking)
CC (1d20+5)[23] (threat 20/x3)
Damage (1d8+4)[8] (w/ +1 Inspire Courage) + Sneak Attack (1d6)[6] if applicable

Spoiler: Status

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Lucas Taggert
M CG Human Rogue, Level 1, Init +3, HP 6/10, Speed 30
AC 16, Touch 13, Flat-footed 13, CMD 15, Fort +2, Ref +5, Will -1, CMB +2, Base Attack Bonus 0
(Point Blank throw) Shortspear (3) +3 (+4) (1d6 + 3 (+4), x2)
Dagger (3) +3 (+4) (1d4 + 3 (+4), 19-20/x2)
Spear (1) +3 (+4) (1d8 + 4 (+4), x3)
Studded Leather (+3 Armor, +3 Dex)
Abilities Str 15, Dex 16, Con 14, Int 12, Wis 8, Cha 10
Condition None

[Subucula]

Round 1
Merek grunts with frustration, and tries hitting the wolf again.

Spoiler: Rolls

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Flurry of Blows (unarmed)
(1d20+5)[17] Attack roll 1
(1d6+5)[6] Damage roll 1
(1d20+5)[12] Attack roll 2
(1d6+5)[8] Damage roll 1

Spoiler: Stats

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Merek
Male LN Human Monk (Fav), Level 1, Init +2, HP 8/12, Speed 30
AC 15, Touch 15, Flat-footed 12, CMD 19, Fort +4, Ref +4, Will +4, CMB +4, Base Attack Bonus 0
Unarmed Strike +4 (1d6+4, x2)
Full Attack Action Flurry of Blows (Unarmed) +4/+4 (1d6+4, x2)
Full Attack Action Flurry of Blows (Shuriken) (25) 0/0 (1d2+4, x2)
(+2 Dex, +2 Misc)
Abilities Str 18, Dex 14, Con 13, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 7
Condition None

[Untarr]

Round 1

Lee mutters while pausing for a moment to study the wolves...
Bloody mongrels...

Spoiler: Actions and Rolls

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Move Action to study Wolf 2 (or Wolf 1 if Wolf 2 is dead) and make it his Studied Target. (+1 DMG/+1ATK)

Standard Action to attack previously studied wolf
(1d20+7)[26]
(1d20+7)[15] CC
(1d8+2)[10] DMG

Spoiler: Character Status

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Lee Anderson
M CG Human Slayer, Level 1, Init +6, HP 7/11, Speed 30
AC 17, Touch 14, Flat-footed 13, CMD 17, Fort +3, Ref +6, Will +2, CMB +3, Base Attack Bonus 1
Composite Longbow +5 (1d8, x3)
Cestus +3 (1d4+4, 19-20/x2)
Studded Leather (+3 Armor, +4 Dex)
Abilities Str 15, Dex 19, Con 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 7
Condition None

[Farmerbink]

Round 1

Merek strikes out and connects with the first wolf with a fist, dealing 6 damage. The wolf snarls and attempts to strike back, but just misses. Flynn shoots the same wolf for 3 damage, while maintaining his chant. Lucas makes a daring attempt to move past the wolves, but is stopped at the doorway. Lee takes his time in the hallway, waiting for the right shot. The moment arrives, and he puts a heavy arrow into the first wolf, just below the jaw for 10 damage. It falls to the ground, still. The last wolf whimpers and dashes back into the room, gone from sight through another doorway almost instantly.


End of combat

Spoiler: mechanics

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(1d20+2)[16]atk
(1d20+2)[8]cc
(1d6+1)[3]dam
(1d20+2)[8]trip


(1d20+2)[14]atk
(1d20+2)[13]cc
(1d6+1)[6]dam
(1d20+2)[15]trip

[Farmerbink]

The room beyond this doorway, which appeared to be guarded by the two wolves, is dark, and difficult to see. Just a few beams of sunlight pierce the mostly solid wooden roof above. You can see enough to move without major difficulty, but cannot see into the darkness beyond the doorway in the western wall.

This small study looks like it is lived in. Gnawed bones litter the floor and tufts of gray fur are apparent, here and there. An old stone desk, sitting in the center of the chamber, appears to have been used as a scratching post for some time. The stench of wet fur hangs heavy on the air.

[DarkOne-Rob]

Flynn looks at the downed animal sadly. "I hate to see animals hurting, even if we have had some bad times with wolves of late. No one is carrying raw meat or anything to attract them, are they?" he asks, trying to elicit a smile from the party members. Pilip scratches his leg, and Flynn reaches down to pet the little fox affectionately. "As loud as that one howled, we are unlikely to completely surprise anything else here. We should continue to be careful..."

Spoiler: Skill Checks

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Perception (1d20+7)[26] to catch any signs of more danger
Stealth (1d20+3)[5] for obvious reasons
Knowledge (Nature) (untrained, w/ Bardic Knowledge) (1d20+2)[5] to guess at why the wolves would be inside the ruins like this...call me paranoid, but Flynn kind of is paranoid.

[Farmerbink]

Perception [roll0] to catch any signs of more danger

Nothing you notice seems threatening, at this point. The evidence of wolves in this room is somewhat overwhelming, though. It strikes you as unlikely that those two were the only ones.

Knowledge (Nature) (untrained, w/ Bardic Knowledge) [roll2] to guess at why the wolves would be inside the ruins like this...call me paranoid, but Flynn kind of is paranoid.

Wolves act aggressively when their home is threatened.

[MuffinMan]

Lucas grimaces as he pushes the feather-stuck corpse away with his boot. "To them we're all just raw meat..." Frowning into the dank study, Lucas turns to the other door. "I don't think that one will be back for some time... what do you say we see what's in here?" Gesturing to the second door, he makes to close the one they just opened and wait for the others' approval before opening the eastern door.

Spoiler: Actions

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Wait until a quorum of the other PCs approve, then close the door in O11 and open the door in P11. Rolls:
Stealth (1d20+7)[8]
Perception (1d20+3)[5]

[Subucula]

"Better them than us." Merek says, and nods at Lucas's suggestion. "Let's keep moving."

[Untarr]

Moving into the room, Lee takes a look around.

Spoiler: Rolls

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(1d20+5)[21] Stealth
(1d20+5)[25] Perception

Looking at Lucas

Probably their home. It be unfortunate that we have to fight'em to cure this plague.

[JWallyR]

Lorelei raises an eyebrow at Flynn's comments, but half-smirks, half-smiles at the fox. She says nothing, but follows the group, maintaining the rearguard.

[Farmerbink]

Pulling the previous door closed firmly behind him, Lucas cracks the door to the right to peer into the room for a moment. Seeing nothing threatening, he carefully opens it further and creeps into the room.

Old cobweb-covered racks and armor stands dominate most of this small chamber. What must once have been a well-tended armory is now devoid of its more apparent furnishings.

Spoiler: @Lee

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You notice a few arrows under one of the armor racks, and a small seam in the far corner of the room.

Spoiler: bolts:

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4x +1 flaming arrows have been left, apparently forgotten in the dust for years.

Spoiler: seam:

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make a post discussing having noticed it and approach. I'll respond to your findings afterward ^_~

[DarkOne-Rob]

"What's up there, Lee?" asks Flynn, keeping his bow knocked and ready to use as he shuffles carefully forward, doing his best to keep everyone in sight.

[MuffinMan]

"Man... more cobwebs?" Lucas gripes as he paces carefully through the abandoned armory, keeping a wary eye on the ceiling after his recent encounter.

Spoiler: Perception

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Take 20 or 10 if possible, else (1d20+3)[14]

[Farmerbink]

Spoiler: perception 20+

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You notice a few arrows under one of the armor racks, and As you pass the ne corner, a small seam in the wall of the room.

[Untarr]

Pulling the previous door closed firmly behind him, Lucas cracks the door to the right to peer into the room for a moment. Seeing nothing threatening, he carefully opens it further and creeps into the room.

Old cobweb-covered racks and armor stands dominate most of this small chamber. What must once have been a well-tended armory is now devoid of its more apparent furnishings.

Spoiler: @Lee

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You notice a few arrows under one of the armor racks, and a small seam in the far corner of the room.

Spoiler: bolts:

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4x +1 flaming arrows have been left, apparently forgotten in the dust for years.

Spoiler: seam:

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make a post discussing having noticed it and approach. I'll respond to your findings afterward ^_~

Aye...I dunno. There's some arrows here that you and I might make some use of. Look kind of funny..

Lee's eyes catch something in the back of the room.

Seems like there is something here, y'all get in here and take a look at this.

[Farmerbink]

As Lee lifts the arrows, their bright red fletching, with highlights of orange and yellow become visible. No birds native to the area carry such brilliant plumage, leading you to believe that they are probably worth more than they appear to be.

After a brief search, Lee notices what appears to be a catch to a hidden door in the back corner of the room.

[MuffinMan]

"Whoah..." Lucas whistles appreciatively as Lee points out the hidden door. "That's pretty sneaky. Is it locked? Flynn, think you can get it open?" Walking over to the door, Lucas braces himself for whatever lies beyond while waiting for his friend to assess the mechanism.

[JWallyR]

Lorelei furrows her brows and turns to ask, Is what locked? Some kind of hidden chest?

[DarkOne-Rob]

Flynn moves up to the front silently, putting away his bow and pulling out some tools. Looking around at Lee and Lucas he says, "Watch my back, please, Lucas. And Lee, don't get any ideas about confiscating my tools - this time I am doing it for a legal cause..." and begins to investigate the door and disarm any traps he finds.

Spoiler: Skill Checks

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Perception (1d20+7)[20]
Disable Device (1d20+6)[8]

If Flynn doesn't find a trap on his initial check, I would like to have him Take 20 if allowed for a 27 Perception. If he is able to disable any traps without springing them (unlikely), then taking 20 on a Disable Device check nets him a 26.

If I find a trap and am unable to disable it with my armor on, I can remove the leather armor for an additional +1 to my Disable Device skill check. Flynn would be loath to do so unless absolutely necessary, though.

[Farmerbink]

Flynn approaches the indicated area, and quickly notices the same seam and latch mechanism Lee previously mentioned. After a brief inspection, he does not find any traps or anything out of the ordinary (other than the secret door itself).

He cautiously eases the door open. Despite the years of disuse, the small door swings open almost silently, to reveal a short corridor with a wall of bars running down its right side. Four rusted doors lead to identical cramped cells beyond the bars.

Spoiler: upon entering the room

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Each of the cells contains two skeletons, left where they were to die dozens of years ago, in various placements. A few look to have been trying to reach beyond their cells, while some sit peacefully on what remains of their thin straw bedding.

Spoiler: DC 10 heal

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the skeletons are clearly dwarven; their squat, wide frames are apparent to anyone who knows what to look for.

The map is updated, including current PC locations. If you care to enter the room in a different order, speak up before doing so, please.

[Subucula]

While at first quite intrigued by the secret passage, Merek quickly changes tune when he notices that everyone else is, too. "I'm as fascinated by secret prisons as anyone, but how good are the odds of us finding a mushroom in there?" he asks. "Would it not be more prudent to focus on our immediate task?"

[DarkOne-Rob]

Spoiler: Skills

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Heal (1d20)[12] vs. DC 10 (untrained)
Perception (1d20+7)[10] to find any traps of other threats

"Checking a short hallway of four cells shouldn't take long enough to matter much - minutes tops. If this room was behind a hidden door, one has to ask 'why' and 'what is so important to hide,' if you ask me..." Flynn says, scanning the room for threats while he returns his tools to their pouch and draws his shield and morningstar. Seeing the skeletons he says, "These were dwarves. Why would they imprison their own people?"

[JWallyR]

"I'm as fascinated by secret prisons as anyone, but how good are the odds of us finding a mushroom in there?" he asks. "Would it not be more prudent to focus on our immediate task?"

Lorelei rolls her eyes. The mushrooms grow on metal, right? If there are shackled prisoners, there must be shackles.

"These were dwarves. Why would they imprison their own people?"

Lorelei looks at him quizzically. Are there no criminals among the dwarves?

[DarkOne-Rob]

Lorelei looks at him quizzically. Are there no criminals among the dwarves?

"I am sure there are, though why would there be this many at a monastery as opposed to an actual prison? Having four cells with a pair of prisoners each, hidden behind a secret door, in a secluded community? That is more than enough criminals for a small town. I have been in jail enough times to know, and never with seven other people..." Flynn says, a bit of annoyance in his voice when mentioning his own incarceration. "Something about this place is off, and I am finding myself both curious and concerned..."

[MuffinMan]

Lucas claps Merek on the shoulder as he moves forward to join Flynn at the entrance. "This won't take long!" Hefting his spear, he nods at the others before carefully moving in. "Right, let's see what we see."

Spoiler: Rolls

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Lucas would prefer to be one of the first to enter the room (instead of our two archers ). Stealth (1d20+7)[22] and Perception (1d20+3)[14] if necessary.

[Farmerbink]

As Lucas steps into the room, the skeletons rise, lurching to the end of their cells to attack!

Begin Combat- round 1

Spoiler: surprise round

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the skeletons use the "surprise round" to rise from prone. (Lucas can AoO the nearest)

Spoiler: combat actions

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S1(1d20)[16] attack vs AC16 hit
S1(1d20)[4] attack CC
S1(1d4+1)[3] damage -1

S2(1d20-4)[3] vs AC16 miss
S2(1d20-4)[-3] vs AC16
S2(1d4+1)[3] damage

S3(1d20+2)[13] Str check: DC 18 fail

[Farmerbink]

Spoiler: whoops

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initiative and stuff:
S1(1d20+6)[13]
S2(1d20+6)[20]
S3(1d20+6)[18]
S4(1d20+6)[22]
S5(1d20+6)[24]
S6(1d20+6)[8]

[JWallyR]

Round 1

Lorelei hears the skeletons rise, but after eyeing the narrow passageway turns her back to the party to watch for any unwelcome surprises.

Spoiler: Combat

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Initiative: (1d20+4)[18]
Perception (watching for any threats from behind): (1d20-1)[3]

Spoiler: Statblock

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Lorelei Cooper
F CN Human Magus (Kensai), Level 1, Init +4, HP 9/10, DR 0, Speed 30 ft
AC 15, Touch 15, Flat-footed 10, CMD 15, Fort +3, Ref +4, Will +1, CMB +0, Base Attack Bonus 0
Scimitar Ranged +1 (1d6, 18-20/x2)
Longbow (Arrows, 18) Ranged (1d8, 20/x3)
(+4 Dex)
Abilities Str 10, Dex 19, Con 12, Int 18, Wis 9, Cha 7
Condition None

[DarkOne-Rob]

Round 1

Spoiler: Character Status

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Flynn Sullivan
Male CN Human Bard, Level 1, Init +4, HP 8/8, Speed 30 ft.
AC 17, Touch 12, Flat-footed 15, CMD 11, Fort +0, Ref +4, Will +2, CMB -1, Base Attack Bonus 0
Morningstar -1 (1d8, 20/x2)
Studded Leather Armor, Heavy Wooden Shieldx (+3 Armor, +2 Shield, +2 Dex)
Abilities Str 9, Dex 14, Con 10, Int 13, Wis 10, Cha 19
Condition None

Flynn cries out, "Whoa! The skeletons are animate!" as he grabs Lucas and pulls him back out of the reach of the undead. "Back up! Get out of the way!"

Spoiler: Combat Mechanics and Initiative

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Initiative (1d20+4)[22]
Will use a full rounds action if necessary to grab and pull Lucas back. For a reference, the "drag" combat maneuver can be found here. Assuming Ian doesn't want Lucas to resist and the other PCs make room, I should at least be able to pull him back 5-feet, though I would prefer at least 10-feet. My CMB is -1 (low strength), so if he resists I probably won't succeed, but if we use an unopposed roll as a natural "20" it is high enough to beat his CMD by at least enough to warrant a 10-foot drag.