[Adventure]: The Mark of Trogdor (DM: Dimsdale, Judge ??)

[JRYoung]

"He isss angry with usss for ensssuring that the ritual sssucceeded" Skalisss confirms. "We mussst either remove the amulet or flee, and there isssn't time for experimentsss. Retreat to the portal, quickly!"

Skalisss prepares to be the last to leave and gathers himself.

[SBLOCK=Actions]
Standard Action: Second Wind, Skalisss gains 19 hit points

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[SBLOCK=Skalisss' Stat Block]
Skalisss- Male Dragonborn Paladin (Natural Humanoid) 8 CharacterSheet
Initiative: +8 Senses: Normal P-Perception: 16 P-Insight: 21
HP: 60/74 SurgeValue: 19 Surges: 9/11
AC:26 Fort:21 Reflex:18 Will:21

Action Points: used Second Wind: used Resist: none Speed:5 Conditions: none BasicAttack: - "Inescapable Longsword", +15 to Hit vs AC, 1d8+10 damage BasicRangedAttack: - Javelin, +11 to Hit vs AC, 1d6+5 damage, range 10/20

[SBLOCK=Powers]
Valiant Strike
Bolstering Strike
Divine Challenge
Piercing Smite USED
Righteous Smite USED
Divine Reverence USED
Dragon Breath USED
Channel Divinity: Divine Mettle
Channel Divinity: Divine Strength USED
Lay on Hands x2
Healing Word
Paladin's Judgement USED
Sacred Circle
Healing Surge from Dwarven Plate Armor USED
Martyr's Retribution USED
Wrath of the Gods USED [/SBLOCK]

http://l4w.wikia.com/wiki/PC:Skalisss_(jryoung)
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[dimsdale]

It's not THAT big notes Raijin before shouting to Rocco. His necklace is vital to attack or remove!

[sblock=OOC]Are you in initiative?[/sblock]

The dragon stops and looks at the sorcerer with a mused expression Necklace? Hmmm The dragon chuckles a sinisterly. Do tell me what you know about the necklace? Not waiting for a reply. If you really knew about the necklace then you'd know that making a stand against me now would be foolish. The dragon pauses for the moment. I've decided to let you live brave ones. You will go back to Daunton and celebrate your successful quest, drinking the finest ales and wines. Meanwhile the girl will run home to her mother and father, and they will embrace and all will be happy. The dragon laughs again. But all the while, new young girls, many of them, will receive the mark, as I plan to make a special visit soon to the proud city of Daunton. Spread the word brave ones. Tell the citizens of Daunton that the great dragon Lord Bosch is one his way and that they have reason to be afraid. The day is coming soon brave ones..heh heh heh...

The dragon turns and flies off, still laughing as he flies farther and farther away until he vanishes into the horizon. As the dragon leaves, so does the remaining dragonborn henchman. All is silent now

OOC: The encounter is over

Brother Buchta clears his throat. Come to me and I will heal you. After your have had a chance to rest and I have much to tell you before you escort Lerrick home.

 

[Tenchuu]

"Well, that went well," Halleck said to Rocco, walking with him back to the group. "Is everyone okay?"

OOC: Dims: Not that it matters now, but there was a dice roll at the bottom of my post for the extra healing. It heals 1d6+5 extra. At the time, IC crapped out on me, so I had to switch to the ENWorld roller. I'll try to make that more clear if it happens again.

 

[dimsdale]

As the party gathers around the alter and the cleric, both the healer and the assistance tend to the party's wounds.

OOC: Everyone healed and extended rest

After a while Brother Buchta clears his throat and then begins. The good new everyone is that Lerrick is now safe. You can escort her back to her home. But I'm afraid that what the dragon told you is true. He now possesses the Amulet of Shadows. How he got it, I do not know. It is an amulet of great power which awards the one who possesses it the ability to absorb physical damage and to deflect spells. Your attacks would not have harmed it. With this amulet, an already powerful force now becomes almost invincible. The dragon knows this. He now thinks he has the power of a god, and now lusts for glory and power. Sacrifices increase the power of the amulet and in turn the power of dragon

The cleric pauses for amount before continuing:
Before I go, I must give you more history about the amulet. This amulet has surfaced time and time again as far back as the records go back, which is well of 500 years. It had many owners, all of which rose rapidly to power and ruled an empire, ruling their subjects with an iron fist. Their subjects were exploited and killed if they didn't do their bidding.

However, one thing I've learned is that nothing is absolute. And it was this principle that I directed my studies to find the amulet's weakness. And I believe I have found it! in each case, all who possessed the amulet were eventually overthrown by the use of another powerful artifact...a shield. This shield had a special power, and once activated, the shield temporarily neutralized the power of the amulet. It was at this point that all who possessed the amulet were defeated.

The cleric gives a signal to his assistant, who on cue moves to a spot on the western side of the room. There, he mumbles something and a secret door slides open leading to another room in which the cleric enters. A few minutes he returns carrying a large object covered in cloth. He gives it to brother Buchta who looks at the party. He slowly removes the cloth and presents the party with the shield. Behold! The Shield of the Light!

The well seasoned, weather worn large shield doesn't look like an artifact. The only unusual feature are the seven circular notches that form a circle around a larger circular notch in the middle. The cleric continues. To defeat Bosch, we'll need the components to activate the power of the shield, which are small metallic orbs. The power is unleashed when in the presence of the amulet and when the orbs are placed in the correct sequence into the notches of the shield. I have the correct sequence of the orb placement, but I don't have the orbs. Skalisss, brave warrior, I believe Brother Navio gave you one to you as he included it with the ritual components. Can I see it please?

 

[dimsdale]

OOC: This adventure is almost over. I'll reward xp and loot after I find out who wishes to continue with the sequel to this adventure. You'll see why shortly. As soon as I find out I can wrap this on up.

 

[MetaVoid]

"We found the orb we didn't know what to do with. Is it one of these?" Nementah produces the green-gold orb they found in giant's lair.

OOC: I'm continuing for sure.

 

[FourMonos]

OOC: I'm in! ...if you'll have me

Quan looks on thoughtfully from the back.

 

[Walking Dad]

OOC: I'm in! ...if you'll have me . I hope the judges will approve my current Vimak soon.

 

[Neurotic]

I'm also joining. Unless you're tired of me going after the mages

 

[johnmeier1]

OOC: Raijin will continue, if you don't mind the damage!