Its meta AF atm, but the last thread is sooooo stale. The Game surprisingly continues! Infernius is borderline suicidal with a stalker, Trump and Tracy finally got engaged, Torcuil is in hiding, Norfilly is eating candy, Taylor is getting praise and adoration, Alex is a statue, Yak Lee is the surprise contender in the Fight Club,... yeah so stuff.
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[1d20+21 = 25]>>27755Rolling to look for Troll Tracks
Survival check
Both are swept off their feet, and Infernius hits his head on the way down, knocking him momentarily unconscious.
To Tay> "What precisely did you expect to accomplish with that?"
>>27756>looking for watermarksOh come on! Go to the troll's last known location, then loos for footprints, walking paths, smell, or broken limbs leading back to a village
>>27760That's not a survival roll, that's a search roll
>>27761I wanted the d. I mean he is a bull.
>>27762I had her trecking through the forest past the logger's mill, the place where the party fought them. Trolls aren't smart enough to edit the 9gag watermarks out of their memes anyway.
>>27763Oops.
Do i roll again? Nightmares have the same ranks in search.
>>27765Good point. I'd recommend rolling for several at once, like you normally do
[3d20+21 = 57]>>27766Idk how to apply several modifiers, but these three are the same
Spot+21
Listen+21
Move Silently+21 (to avoid detection)
>>27764"Perhaps you haven't heard but though he's been an insufferable emo faggot of late, and tempted though I am to let him suffer for it, my house and my honor cannot permit that."
>>27765e_e I said you could have the attributes, I never said
anything about the skills which are born of experience and time and
not randomly "too-permissive" decisions by a GM. <pooof> being able to Uber-track makes
no sense
>>27766plz no
>>27767That didn't work the way I wanted it to..
Linking to >>>/test/ for convenience
>>27768Okay.
Does she still have her class skills/spells?
>>27770Can she keep moving and take 10?
[1d20 = 18]
Trumpaladin rolls for spot check, because he's there with Tracy
>>27768Oh, its gonna happen one way or the other.
>>27773"Not if I cut 'it' off," Thez threatens.
>>27774Tracy was severely hurt emotionally when her queen of >rape title was taken from her, when Thez successfully >raped a man she couldn't. She can't let Tay do this now
>>27775Bullshit. [Smug taylor face]
>>27776Don't tell me what's on my own charts.
>>27781You never tell us, so I have to make shit up to fill in
>>27779"It'll grow back," Smug Thez face.
>>27761>>27760>>27759>>27757oh now she steps, and knocks me out.
>>27775what?
This is there-abouts when Infernius would regain consciousness
>>27783Be my guest,cut it off then.
[1d20 = 5]
Can she roll for Spot again?
[1d20 = 20]
Since Trumpaladin's spot check did not locate any hidden danger, roll for Search
[1d20 = 11]>>27789Wait, horses get an additional +5 on Spot and Listen checks.
Rolling Listen again.
>>27787>tfw Thez wants to cut Tay's throat instead but GM won't let her>>27784Its simple. They're married now, which does
not mean she can control or dictate his actions (much though that she wishes she could) but she CAN authoritatively respond to threats to his person.
Is thez still there or did she dissaper?
*leaves the forge. and goes back to the drow.*
Do monster's skills (normally) count as racial skill bonuses? I'm trying to fix my character sheet.
>>27795"Back again? Oh lovely. Could you lift my legs a bit, they're starting to cramp in this position," he says with cheek and sarcasm.
Meanwhile, >rape and other things aside, SOME people want to actually KILL shit for once, so they're getting the focus.
>>27791Trump, with his sharp eyes detects a clear (but very cleverly disguised and otherwise indistinguishable) trail leading from the logging site that trends to the south.
>>27798Tracy immediately puts her nose to the trail and follows the tracks.
>>27798Excellent
>>27796"Tracy! Look over there! There's a pathway, leading out south. It's partly disguised, so whoever used it has nefarious purposes. Let's follow it"
Commands horsey to go down path
>>27800See
>>27799"I recognize that watermark."
*Follows the trail*
>>27802Reeeee! It's my 20, I'm the one who spotted the trail. It has to be communicated first.
I can't see posts made after the time I begin typing a post because I am restricted to mobile
>>27800>>27799The trail leads further and deeper into the forest. The ground becomes moist and less stable as the expedition progresses. The smell of stagnant pools and decaying plant life can be detected, along with all manner of insects which buzz and crik and other such bug noises.
>>27804>soft earthWell that should make Tracking a bit easier.
Can Tracy's shoes allow her to levitate over the muddy ground?
>>27806Yes, I'd forgotten about those
>>27804Trumpaladin checks the ground. Is it sturdy enough to allow food soldiers or mounted men to pass through?
>>27808Yes, but movement is more difficult. It's the beginnings of a swamp.
[2d20 = 15]>>27804*nose scrunches*
"Eh, I've seen worse."
Spot+5 and Listen+5 checks to sense nearby creatures (you never know with a swamp).
>>27810>>27811Nothing apparent aside from bugs and the occasional wee lizard. As the ground becomes increasingly moist and the surroundings increasingly less hospitable, the trail is harder to determine, as its not a straight path but makes many curves and turns at various points.
>>27812*sniffs air*
Can she make out anything with her scent?
>>27812Trumpaladin checks now if there are shortcuts through the trail, or if the trail is intraversable by horse or foot
>>27813Nothing immediate, its a miasma of smells. Some flora, some fauna, some wtfe.
>>27814Are you talking about Tracy, or are you talking about the Generals? The area is quickly becoming inhospitable to normal horses.
>>27815The generals.
If by any means at all possible, Trumpaladin communicates the following to Fae
"Path off of the main logging rode, partly disguised, find it and follow it. Single file line towards swamp. Have the men leave their horses there. Tell them have weapons drawn and be ready, look for danger. If you are ambushed, you'll have to fight it out, and call me."
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>>27814[frustrated monster noises]
"Flashy, this place would be a royal pain in the ass to move in, normally. I think you should give up on bringing more horses through here, even the hoo-mans are going to have a hard time. I know from exerience that a place like this is perfect for ambushes too.."
>>27817"I am aware on both points. Keep scouting ahead, unless you want us to go back and join the main force now"
[1d20 = 16]
Search check
Try to see where the Tracks might lead.
>>27816Technically having an empathic link with Fae (cuz mount) communicated.
The tracks appear to curve around the edge of a large bog. The ground - though moist - appears fairly well traveled both along the perimeter and leading to and from it. It seems that a variety of life uses this bog for a variety of purposes.
[1d20 = 17]>>27820Inspects ground to take a catalog of the local game/wildlife.
What kind of tracks are there other than troll prints? Anything of significance?
>>27822There's part of a dead fish stuck in the ground, but otherwise nothing discernable
>>27823Check dead fish. Is it something that could have been lifted out of the big by a bird? Could it have been left there from higher water levels? Or is it so big or from so far away something else must have dragged it out?
[1d20 = 19]>>27823Alright.
What about the surrounding area? Are there any tall trees surrounding the place, or is it mostly open?
Either way, look more closely to determine where the trolls have gone.
>>27824Its only part of a fish, and its rotten AF, but it appears to have come from nearby, possibly even the bog that you're near. You're welcome to check, but ew.
>>27825There are sparse, mossy covered trees, many of which have observable rot or decay, though some seem pretty solid. The area is more clear to the south-west, suggesting that it would be more hospitable to bipeds.
>>27826How deep does the bog seem? Could it house harge creatures?
Anyway, advance South West, all senses focused.
>>27826Communicate to Fae
"Continue following path around bog. Have men switch from melee to ranged weapon. Listen and look for hidden danger."
>>27827Its thick, there's no determining its depth without wading in.
>hargeI missed that until your correction
Upon passing and walking away from the bog, the ground slowly begins to thicken and dry. Its still mostly overgrown, but with the increasing stability the trail becomes more apparent and discernable.
[1d20 = 2]
*Continues SouthWest, looking for clearer Tracks*
Rolling to Spot nearby creatures.
>>27831Communicate to Fae:
"Bog opens up to dry land down to the southwest. We passed through with no encounters, but keep a sharp eye. Proceed to southwest around bog"
>>27833How far behind Trump and Tracy are the Generals ooc?
Bug sounds decrease (but never cease) as along the path there appear to be edifices. Nothing particularly well-refined, but sticks tied to sticks, and the occasional hanging-mass (moss, sticks, and,... stuff?).
>>27832>how far behind are the GeneralsI am not sure.
Trumpaladin examines the evident structures
>>27832Consciously move in stealth.
Any creatures ahead? How many?
>>27836mean for
>>27834May as well roll Spot again.
>>27838There is noise detectable in the distance, but its too far to determine its source or nature
>>27835They are semi-tribal in nature, without any apparent sociological structure, much like pic related (except covered in moss and have been there for a minute)
[1d20 = 9]
"Tracy, please proceed towards the noise"
Spot check
>>27840Can see silhouettes darting around in the distance, minimally animated
(I'm assuming Trump is riding, so where she goes he goes)
[1d20+5 = 23]>>27839Approach closer carefully to inspect the plausible purpose of said structures
>>27840*ears perk at sound*
Rotate hoers ears like satellite dishes and hone in on the sound
Listen check
"On it, Flashy"
Advance towards it, quickly but carefully.
Empathic Link to Tracy
>"Tracy! I see what appear to be persons in the distance"
Where are these sillohettes? In trees? What is the flora like?
[1d20+5 = 11]>>27843Tracy has Low-light Vision and Darkvision: Can she see what went by after he points it out?
*eyes narrow*
[predatory hoers noises]
Spot Check
>>27843You know, ferns and trees and brush and shit. Its the edge of a swamp, with moss and lots of overgrown-greenery.
Brown is bog
praise be, Blue is current location. Its more lit than previous areas (less tree overgrowth). With Tracy and Trump's gradual and elevated approach (no contact with ground means uber-silent) they are able to determine that this is a(the) troll encampment. A central fire cooks otherwise spoiled meat, spare weapons (crude javelins and throwing axes and clubs) adorn a rack nearby, sounds of other trolls can be heard from further on.
>>27846Communicate to Fae
"Troll encampment located. Southwest of swamp in marshy area. Assume battle formations when ground permits. Tight, because expecting melee opponents rather than ranged, mounted, or artillery. Prepare ranged weapons. Some of the trolls appear to be out of the camp, so please keep an eye out for possible attack"
[1d20 = 5]>>27846Tracy focuses her senses to determine how many trolls there are (what do I roll to count?)
[1d20 = 11]
Trumpaladin does spot check for number and location of trolls
Also, what are they cooking?
>>27848>>27849There's about 10 of them, and they seem non-combative (internally domestic), with an occasional young-troll running in and out of the area playfully.
>>27850Its foul, but its nature is not determinable.
Empathic link to Tracy
>"The Men are out hunting. We need to look for them"
*takes a few steps back, to make sure they're hidden*
"So, what's the next step now, ~Flashy?"
>>27852>does not want to back-track, but does it anyway.How long will it take them to meet with the generals.
Also, what do the Trolls look/sound/act like?
>>27853*conflicted Paladin noises*
"Tracy... Do you think that it's possible that we killed all of the males three days ago? That maybe these 10 females and children are all that remains of the trolls? That maybe the food is spoiled because they are not receiving more, and these females may soon starve to death?"
>>27855Empathic Link
Fae> Holy fuck-shit! Alarm! Dragon! Generals are under attack!
>>27857>>27854"TRACY! RIDE TO THE GENERALS!"
Points direction
Female trolls are bigger than male trolls and easily capable of hunting. They'll eat eachother if they have to.>>27857>black dragon I knew this would happen
Tracy overhears the threesome in Trumpaladin's mind and Traces off back towards where theyt came at full speed.
>>27857To Fae
"On my way. Attack it yourself. Have men split up. Make them shoot at it. Take cover if possible
>>27857i wish i would have went with now. oh well.
Spurs Tracy
"Fly! Full speed! Faster! Go above tree line!"
>>27859Was the bog and the partial fish not enough of a clue? Xp
I'll wait for Tracy before continuing.
This is map of initial attack (read, acid sream)
>>27864Both, actually. I guessed it would appear ahead of us to take us on, but Black Dragons are smarter than that.
I bet at least 4 of those men are gone...
Tracy leaves a Trail of fire as she gallops.
>>27863>spur"Unf."
Fly just low enough to still scorch the Earth below.
>>27865Problematic, but we'll take the situation as is. Order to find cover of possible, and attack with ranged weapon regardless
Is this ground flamable? It's wet, but then it should still letting off methane bubbles.
Btw, THIS is why I suggested crafting a shield.
>>27867Tracy's arrows are pre-poisoned. Use those.
>>27869Black dragon got angry/hungry after we walked right through his/her territory.
>>27870Quick draws longbow, readies Tracy's arrows for a full round attack as soon as he is in range
>>27874Is there a composite?
>ask questions firstCute. Your orders are to attack immediately. Get him within sword range
The good(?) news is that only 5 have died, with only a couple other injuries (from acid, which is gnarly in and of its self).
>>27868Doubtful
>>27872More like, the hovering horse didn't stir the dragon but the laboring group did
>>27872Aww fuck, I cant believe youve done this
[3d20 = 32]>>27875Nah, circle around the rear end of the dragon (fly over water) as stealthily as possible, and get a better view first.
Then make a ride-by sneak attack on its wing (use poison)
Only he first attacjk is a sneak attack, but the Quickened blade can attack two more times after, so rolling 3d20 after the charge.
After that ride-by attack, fuck off asap.
>>27876Fae is commanded to Dragonne Roar the dragon
Unless she can use her COMMAND on Dragons, tell that one to stop for the next round
>>27876Fae is commanded to Dragonne Roar the dragon
Unless she can use her COMMAND on Dragons, tell that one to stop for the next round
>>27877the bad part is we cant help.
also meme wizard how do you feel about my meme?
>>27784 >>27877Eh, I expected a dragon to appear in the swamp.
>>27878Does Trumpaladin have the ride-by Feat? He can attack too, if that's the case.
>>27878"Fuck you Tracy! Those are MY men it is killing. Attack now or be released from service"
[1d20 = 6]
[8d20 = 83]
The Generals loose a volley of arrows
Fae swoops in and ROAR
[4d20 = 53]>>27883I don't know. He can smite evil with Vanderiem which does more damage. He's going to dismount next turn if the dragon doesn't start focusing on him
Shoots shoots shoots shoots arrows.
Draws Bees magic shield
>>27881>commandlol no Fae is a Magical Beast (non-dragon), and that thing easily overwhelms her hit dice.
>>27884She just did. She just didn't want to attack from the front, or stay within acid range
Tracy takes advantage of her fly speed to circle around the edge of the bog to get out of the beast's line of sight.
Activate Robe of Scintilating colors and snort out as much smoke as possible.
[2d6+2 = 11]The roar is ineffective, and 2 of the arrows stick
>>27887You still have a round before completing your first wave of contact actions
>>27887Tracy and Trumpaladin have the hit points to take the damage. The men don't. No stealth, draw it's attention
Has the Black Dragon said anything?
>>27889What I meant was, she can only command creatures with less dice, fyi.
So for context, is Tracy attempting stealth, or is she being brazen?
>>27887"Tracy, those are my men. They expect me to help them in danger and not to run or hide while they are attacked. You have 34 strength, do not be a coward. I have a mighty sword, we can do this. Cowardice will not be forgiven
>>27891She's being brazen (charging), but she's attempting to make a sneak attack from behind and damage its wing
Is it too late to say I wanted her to make the Ethereal before the end of the charge?
>>27891>>27890>>27891>>27890ATTACK ATTACK ATTACK!
It killed five men in a single round, do not give it another
>>27892>'Who are you calling a coward? Would you rather attack from the front and get melted? Try to get its wing'>>27894She hasn't wasted any time yet, we're still charging towards it.
[4d20 = 35]>>27896Can Trumpaladin shoot it with arrows at this distance? If so, volley of arrows, poison tip
>>27897Relax. It isn't even our turn yeyt. It's only because she can fly so fast that there'll be any of them left in the first place.>ignoring the fact that with a ride-by attack, you'd be on the other side of the Dragon by the end of the round*is still rushing straight towards the dragon, ready to flank it*
>'Let me get there first.'>>27898Staph. You get ONE sneak attack on a dragon, let alone a Ride-by attack. Don't fuck it up by shooting arrows.
Also, pretty sure you need a mounted combat feat to shoot while charging
Fug, I'm gonna bake a new bread. Actions r on standby
>>27899K, not dead.
GM van a make a Robbie Rotten rod?
Shoots banana peels and nets. Good for slowing and trapping, but not damage
>>27901the fellows on the mainboard don"t like my flag. kek.
>>27905That's because you were using it to troll.
>>27903If it kills someone else in the next round though, when he could have it focus on them...
He can lay hands on you and himself. The Generals can probably be Entertroned but still
>>27906i was left out of the combat i was lonely.
>>27908She isn't wasting any time: she's going straight.
Idk why you want to waste time by following the path and then end up in the Dragon's shooting range, when you have the opportunity to make a surprise attack and still end up in the same place in front of the dragon.
You don't charge dragons head-on.
>lay on handsSave it for the men. This thing is going to cover the whole swamp in acid, and it'll suck if their bodies melt.