IC - Mad King's Monkey

[Fangor the Fierce]

1d20-3=12 = Initiative

Eban spots Sukri as he reacts to something. The sudden movement down the stairs alerts him to quickly move to the window. With the view of the front of the house, Eban spots the dogs moving towards Bayar, who was stupid enough to stay in full view alone. "That one is going to get himself killed quickly if he doesn't learn to work in a group..." is all that he can mutter before the dogs leap for the shielded warrior.

"Hopefully today is not the day," is Eban's reply to his own quip, as he spots more figures moving to the house quickly. His own uniqueness seems to swell in the chance of some misfortune to their enemies, as Eban targets all enemies and allies within his range (30 feet). All enemies that should have a chance to attack his allies will hopefully find it harder than usual, while his allies should be able to find the enemy an easier target, but it will only be available to one lucky, or unlucky person at a time...

As he contemplates on what to do, Eban decides perhaps he should simply offer up a small Blessing to the others, making their own attacks slightly truer. Making sure that he can, his hands motion but no sound comes from his mouth, as a feeling of calm takes hold and radiates outward. Hopefully it is enough...

OOC - Actions are: Move action to get to window and standard action to cast Bless. This is assuming that the place is small enough and Bayar is using the entryway of the house to protect one side. This should allow the group to be within 50 feet of Eban, for BLESS. +1 Morale Bonus to attack rolls (no +1 to fear checks, as Inspire Courage will take care of that). Also, I would like to know if I can attack through this window or not. Was it broken/open? I would have opted to have it open, for use, but did not state it in previous actions, only that I would take note of any windows on the upper floor.

Lastly, to the first person that this applies to: Enemies within 30 feet of Eban will have to reroll any die that is 15 or higher. Allies that roll 10 or lower get a free reroll. Can only benefit one person each round, and will be to first person it applies to each round based on Initiative.

 

[Scott DeWar]

OOC: At Fangor: nice effects!

 

[doghead]

Day Two - Battle with the gnolls at Henri's house - Round 1

Sukri arrives on the ground floor with his rapier out in time to see Bayar stepping back into the frame of the door. Anything that wants to enter the house is going to have to go through the fighter. But it also means that anyone in the house is unable to engage those outside. The only thing he can do right now is wait off to one side of the door incase anything gets through*.

Libros moves through the house to the nearest window overlooking the front of the house. Beneath him he can just make out the blurry shape of two dogs and three gnolls through watery glass. They are closing rapidly on the front door below him (which he cannot see). He commences loading his crossbow.

Moments later Eban joins Libros. As Eban activates his powers, sounds of fighting emerge from below**.

Bayar only just has time to set his feet when the dogs reach him. Bayar's sword plunges deeply into the first dog as it launches itself at the warrior. The dogs momentum carries it forward and Bayer is only just able to turn it away with his shield, knocking it to the ground. The second dog takes advantage of Bayar's distraction and slips through his defences to inflict a nasty bite. Bayer however, manages to keep his feet as the dog attempts to pull him down.

Jan snaps out of his creeping slumber. A battle song comes to mind and as he starts singing it, the clear notes fill the house as he races up the steps. Reaching the ground floor, he finds himself with Sukri watching Bayar defend the doorway.

As the first of the gnolls rushes in, Bayar notices the creature dropping his shoulder in preparation to bull rush. Seizing the opportunity, Bayar drives his sword into the gnoll's neck. Bayar earns himself a bloody howl of surprise. The gnoll crashes into Bayar, but his strength has gone. The gnoll collapses at Bayar's feet.

The second gnoll, right behind the first ready to provide assistance pushing through the door, finds himself standing over his pack-mate face to face with a blood covered Bayar. Instinctively he lashes out, but ineffectively.

The third gnoll, unable to engage, commences a torrent of barks and howls. Its sounds like language you wouldn't want your mum to hear you using.

[sblock=OOC]NOTES:
* Sukri has a std action and five foot step available. He is threatening the space behind Bayar.

** Eban and Libros are roughly above the others at the front door, so about 15 feet max. Both spells are effective. Re-roll conditions noted.

The window is not open. It will require a move action to open it.

INITIATIVE:
Sukri 22
Libros 16
Eban 12
Bayer 11
Jan 10
Dogs 10
Gnolls 5


COMBAT:
Bayar: Attack 24 (Hit). Miss Chance 39 (N/A) Damage 11.
Dog 1: Attack 19 (Miss).
Dog 2: Attack 23 (Hit). Damage 7. Trip 8 - Fail.
Gnoll 1: Bull Rush 22 (Success). Bull Rush prevented by AoO.
* Bayar: AoO 21 (Hit). Miss Chance 23 (N/A) Damage 11 (Disabled), +1 Inspire Courage (Dying).
Gnoll 2: Attack 11 (Miss) Note: -2 penalty to hit and AC due to obstruction underfoot.[/sblock]

 

[Electric Wizard]

Sukri waits for Bayar to retreat from the door frame. But amazingly, the big man fells two opponents and shakes an attack dog without a flinch. Sukri kneels and hugs the wall, hoping to cloak himself in shadow and strike when Bayar does yield ground.

OOC: Great start! Stealth check = 20 (13+7) 1d20+7=20

 

[ghostcat]

OOC: @doghead. Just to clarify, are the Gnolls and dogs that Libros sees the ones that attack Bayar? If so, there is one Gnoll unaccounted for. can Libros still see him?

 

[doghead]

OOC: Yes, they are. Good pickup. No, he can't.

 

[ghostcat]

Having seen the Gnolls run towards the door, Libros opens the window and leans out to see if he can get shot.

 

[Fangor the Fierce]

As the window opens, Eban looks to take advantage of the view. (Assuming he has a clear line to the third gnoll below and its within 30 feet, he will attack it...) He places his hand on Libros' shoulder, with a glance towards the third gnoll. It had stopped, obviously not able to get into the house with Bayar standing guard. It was open for attack, and that is just what Eban plans on doing, as he focuses on the gnolls. He points at the gnoll that offers the least protection (if I can try to hit the one at the doorway, I will go for that one). His outstretched hand offers no weapon, but suddenly his sleeve extends at an unlikely rate, striking out at the enemy with limited accuracy in this darkness and position (1d20+2=7, 1d8=3)

Seeing that he was ineffective, Eban moves towards Bayar, intent on making sure he stays upright and fighting. While he moves downstairs, he notes that Jan has his bow in hand, and points to the bow, then upstairs, hoping that the bard can make use of the open window as Libros is.

OOC - Actions are to try and strike the gnoll at the door from above, but failed miserably. Move action would be to then move down to the front door, as I do not know how far I can make it to be right behind Bayar. Can he make it that far? No weapons drawn, only dagger still sheathed. Misfortune Aura still up and running, only able to hit one person a round, and can only benefit once every 24 hours per person.

 

[Scott DeWar]

OOC: too tired to keep packing

Jan's intentions - modified: move upstairs to an un occupied but open window, if possible, and shoot an arrow at gnoll 3 while maintaining oratory, "once more unto the breach dear friends!! . . ."

move to upstairs, move to maintain bardic ability

next:

move to open window, move to maintain bardic ability

or

std to shoot, move to maintain bardic ability

 

[doghead]

Day Two - Battle with the gnolls at Henri's house - Round 2

Sukri kneels and hugs the wall, hoping to cloak himself in shadow and strike if Bayar is eventually forced to yield ground.

Libros opens the window in order to bring his crossbow into play. But while his aim is true, Libros realises that he has just shot on of Henri's vegetable plants. Probably one of the pumpkins.

Eban is likewise unable to hit one of the gnolls below. His attack unsuccessful, the oracle heads downstairs.

Bayer launches an attack on the gnoll in front of him. See an opportunity, he strikes, but the darkness is deceiving, and his sword finds only air.

Jan continues his song. Changing plans, he leaves his sword sheathed and hurries across the ground floor and up the steps towards the first floor, passing Eban who is one his way down. From the room Eban exited, Jan can see Libros silhouetted against an open window. Jan heads for the only other window overlooking the front of the house. Jan moves carefully around the bed and other furniture to the window. It is closed.

The two dogs continue their assault on Bayar; snapping and snaring they attempt to latch onto an arm or leg. But neither is able to get their teeth into the fighter.

The dogs do manage to distract the fighter, however. For a moment, Bayar drops his guard. The gnoll snarls with satisfaction and swings his axe. In his mind's eye, Bayar sees the axe slamming into his exposed shoulder. The gnolls stumbles, the blow never comes.


[SBLOCK=OOC]
CONDITIONS SUMMARY
* Jan: Inspire Courage +1 morale bonus vs charm and fear, +1 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls, Duration ongoing.
* Eban: Bless +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects, Duration rounds 1-10
* Eban: Misfortune Allies 10 or lower. Enemies 15 or higher.
* * Round 2 Applied to Gnoll 2.

COMBAT SUMMARY
Gnoll 4: Readied Attack 08 (Miss).
Libros: Attack 20 (Critical Hit) Miss Chance 05 (Hit negated).
Eban: Attack 07 (Miss).
Bayar: Attack 23 (Hit) Miss Chance 10 (Hit negated)
Dog 1: Attack 13 (Miss)
Dog 2: Attack 01 (Miss)
Gnoll 2: Attack: 19 (Hit). Misfortune Re-roll 01 (Miss).[/sblock]