[IC] Shamutani Hills - psi/gng
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doghead
thotd
November 12, outside the bear cave.
There is a brief pause at the stream while powers are manifest, then the four of you spash through the shallow waters to the other side.
Eric quickly pushes forwards to the front, Lirithan falling in about 10 feet behind him. Casparen and Bendyn take up postions to the left and right respectively, a little behind Eric, infromt of Lirithan.
The obstructions on the ground and the demands of moving quietly slow you down somewhat, and it takes about a half a minute before the entrance of the cave becomes visible again through the trees. You've headed a little to much to the north, but not by much. Everything looks quiet.
The bear crashes out of the undergrowth a little a head and to your right, about 30 yards off. Its head swings left and right as it moves, sniffing the air. About 20 yards from you it comes to a halt. With a snarl it throws itself onto its hind legs - nearly 6 feet of muscle, fangs and claws - and roars.
ooc: Apologies for the delys ..
Initiative result - Character (Init bonus)
21 - Casparan (+1)
14 - Lirithan (+0)
09 - Bendyn (+2)
08 - Bear
07 - Erik (+2)
Am I missing something with the psicrystals here?
I'm going to try running from lowest to highest initiative order for declarations. Then actions will then be played out in initiative order. Its a little slower, but this is a fairly small combat, so we will see how it goes here.
Notes: Forest - Speed/2. Visibility about 90 feet. There is always a tree about 15 feet from you at any one time.
For simplicity's sake, I'll declare the bear's actions now. The bear will drop down and charge anyone (the nearest if more than one) who approaches.
There is a brief pause at the stream while powers are manifest, then the four of you spash through the shallow waters to the other side.
Eric quickly pushes forwards to the front, Lirithan falling in about 10 feet behind him. Casparen and Bendyn take up postions to the left and right respectively, a little behind Eric, infromt of Lirithan.
The obstructions on the ground and the demands of moving quietly slow you down somewhat, and it takes about a half a minute before the entrance of the cave becomes visible again through the trees. You've headed a little to much to the north, but not by much. Everything looks quiet.
The bear crashes out of the undergrowth a little a head and to your right, about 30 yards off. Its head swings left and right as it moves, sniffing the air. About 20 yards from you it comes to a halt. With a snarl it throws itself onto its hind legs - nearly 6 feet of muscle, fangs and claws - and roars.
ooc: Apologies for the delys ..
Initiative result - Character (Init bonus)
21 - Casparan (+1)
14 - Lirithan (+0)
09 - Bendyn (+2)
08 - Bear
07 - Erik (+2)
Am I missing something with the psicrystals here?
I'm going to try running from lowest to highest initiative order for declarations. Then actions will then be played out in initiative order. Its a little slower, but this is a fairly small combat, so we will see how it goes here.
Notes: Forest - Speed/2. Visibility about 90 feet. There is always a tree about 15 feet from you at any one time.
For simplicity's sake, I'll declare the bear's actions now. The bear will drop down and charge anyone (the nearest if more than one) who approaches.
Scotley
Hero
Bendyn Human Fighter/Psion
Bendyn tries to look brave in the face of the bear's impressive display. To his psicrystal he says softly, "Firaxis, I think it best you climb a tree and watch for more bears or other opponents." He readies his weapons and prepares his mind to deliver a mental attack as soon as the bear gets a little closer. Trying his best to sound bold he says to the others, "Anyone ever tried bear steak? I hear its quite good if a bit greasy."
OOC: Holding action until the bear gets to 30' then Mind Thrust augmented by 1 point for 2d10 mental damage. A will save of DC 13 to negate.
Bendyn tries to look brave in the face of the bear's impressive display. To his psicrystal he says softly, "Firaxis, I think it best you climb a tree and watch for more bears or other opponents." He readies his weapons and prepares his mind to deliver a mental attack as soon as the bear gets a little closer. Trying his best to sound bold he says to the others, "Anyone ever tried bear steak? I hear its quite good if a bit greasy."
OOC: Holding action until the bear gets to 30' then Mind Thrust augmented by 1 point for 2d10 mental damage. A will save of DC 13 to negate.
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Hampered by the trees, Eric moves forward slowly, axe at the ready. Keeping his eyes on the bear he moves to keep his bulk between the bear and the others. In position, he braces himself for an attack and prepares to swing back.
(OOC: Move 10' towards the bear and ready to attack if approached)
(OOC: Move 10' towards the bear and ready to attack if approached)
Eluvan
First Post
Lirithan is unused to serious combat, and frankly the bear terrifies him. He tries hard not to let his nervousness show, however, and manages to shut his mind to the distractions and focus instead on bringing the force of his will to bear against the beast.
((identical action to Scotley, but augmented to 3pp for 3d10 damage, with a will save DC 16 to negate.))
((identical action to Scotley, but augmented to 3pp for 3d10 damage, with a will save DC 16 to negate.))
Sado
First Post
Casparan forms his Mind Blade and move to the front with Eric and Bendyn. He makes no aggressive moves, waiting to see what the bear will do. Should the bear attack he will throw his Mind Blade at the bear when it comes within range (30 ft) and fall back behind Eric and Bendyn while he reforms his blade.
doghead
thotd
November 12, encounter with the bear - Round 1.
For a while there is a frozen stillness as the two side eye up the other and wait. In the background the sounds of forest the murmur like some distant thing.
Suddenly the stillness is shattered as Erik moves forwards. With a crash of undergrowth the bear drops to all fours and charges towards the warrior. The forest goes silent as if watching the drama unfolding.
Bendyn and Casparen step up beside Erik.
The only sound is the bear's panted snarls as it lurches forwards, closing the gap with huge awkward strides. Thirty feet from you Casparen explodes smoothly into motion and there is a flash of light across the distance separating you. Lirithan and Bendyn release their attacks with a controlled shout*. The bear staggers to one side as if struck by a great hammer, but it refuses to go down. It takes a couple of groggy steps, shaking its head in confusion.
Casparan takes a step back.
ooc: * You don't really have to *shout*, but there is an audible component. I'm going to put up the numbers for a while just in case I'm missing anything.
Casparan: Mind Blade Attack 9+4 vs 13+4 (missed).
Lirithan: Bear's Will Save 9+2 vs DC 16 (failed); Dam 26-7=19.
Bendyn: Bear's Will save 20+2 vs 13 (success).
End Round 1.
For a while there is a frozen stillness as the two side eye up the other and wait. In the background the sounds of forest the murmur like some distant thing.
Suddenly the stillness is shattered as Erik moves forwards. With a crash of undergrowth the bear drops to all fours and charges towards the warrior. The forest goes silent as if watching the drama unfolding.
Bendyn and Casparen step up beside Erik.
The only sound is the bear's panted snarls as it lurches forwards, closing the gap with huge awkward strides. Thirty feet from you Casparen explodes smoothly into motion and there is a flash of light across the distance separating you. Lirithan and Bendyn release their attacks with a controlled shout*. The bear staggers to one side as if struck by a great hammer, but it refuses to go down. It takes a couple of groggy steps, shaking its head in confusion.
Casparan takes a step back.
ooc: * You don't really have to *shout*, but there is an audible component. I'm going to put up the numbers for a while just in case I'm missing anything.
Casparan: Mind Blade Attack 9+4 vs 13+4 (missed).
Lirithan: Bear's Will Save 9+2 vs DC 16 (failed); Dam 26-7=19.
Bendyn: Bear's Will save 20+2 vs 13 (success).
End Round 1.
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