Session 48
April 4, 2018
Campaign Timeline
Realizing that they have no way of knowing where Ehlyan and the Runelord vanished to, they turn to Oriana for help. She admits that she has been no further than this chamber though states that the Runelord would often retreat “above,” as she referred to it. She knows that one of the snake mosaics in the chamber magically teleports anyone who stands on it to the great hall below, where the illusionary masquerade ball had been taking place. She is unsure where the other one leads, though surmises that it very well may go to the Runelord’s private sanctuary.
Following her logic as sound, Daellin promptly hops onto the teleporter and disappears. The rest follow. Oriana joins them as well, after depositing her deranged and unconscious Grey Maiden on the bed.
Immediately upon arriving in a new chamber, they discover Ehlyna, slumped on the floor, several broken potions laying around her. She is horribly burnt mass of armor and flesh and unmoving. A quick check shows that she is alive, but only barely. She is healed quickly and, in a daze, she recounts her brief encounter with the Runelord and the trapped spellbooks.
With Ehlyna tended to the group looks around the room. The Heroes, along with newcomer mage Alistar and the Grey Maiden leader Oriana, find themselves in a strange, organic feeling room of pinkish, sweaty clay walls embedded colored crystal and a floor that resembles cracked, reddish mud. The sound of deep, labored breathing can be heard, emanating from the walls themselves. Shelves line the room and several piles of what appears to be adventuring gear and loot sit on the ground. A pile of indiscernible charred ashes sits at the center of a large scorch mark on the floor near three ancient tomes sitting on a low table. Ehlyna explains that this is where she accidentally triggered the flame trap.
The gear is gathered up and Daellin, never in fear of a teleporter, steps on the snake mosaic located in the entry niche and finds himself back in the Runelords bedchamber. Everyone makes their way back as well and they begin plotting on how to regroup, find and defeat the Runelord in order to gain control of her Shard. Daellin suggests that if it is not possible to retrieve the Shard, they should retreat to Magnimar and reassess the entire endeavour.
Before plans can be fully made though, a loud but low grinding sound fills the air and the entire chamber seems to vibrate. Oriana draws her flaming sword and announces that the sound indicates someone below activating the transporter to this chamber. Everyone quickly arranges themselves to engage an approaching foe.
Finally, Alistar uses his magic to dispel one of her magical protections and it is enough for Calina to get some good hits in with her bow, taking the Runelord down. She is then beaten down some more and finished off by Oriana with a flaming sword stroke beheading her. As she dies, the Runelord morphs into a different form, that of a still beautiful woman, but horned and winged. A succubi, by the look of it. After a short while, the remaining Babau are dispatched, though they put up a good fight, proving to be capable opponents. Their gear is confiscated and the group retreats to the sanctuary room for some rest. It is confirmed that the Runelord/ Succubus is in possession of the sought after Rune Shard, and in an unforeseen twist, Kallin somehow ends up in possession of the Rune of Lust.
Once in the sanctuary, Orianna breaks down, completely unhinged and ends up crying herself to sleep. Daellin uses the teleporters and returns below to the bedchamber and gathers up all the pillows and sheets he can carry to make the rest more comfortable. Alistar immediately sets at getting the spell books identified. Kallin begins leering at and making inappropriate advances on everyone, and several times tries to snuggle up with either of the two sleeping Grey Maidens. Fortunately, he is easily redirected by his companions and his newly developed cravings are quashed.
Calina - Varisian Human archer and scout - played by +Carol Coburn
Daellin Silvanthalas, Elven Farstrider Ranger - played by +Ben Lipe
Alistar Gavin Lourdis, Human Mageknight- played by Don K
Ehlyna Fuzziface - Dwarven Warrior - currently played by Malcolm G
Samad Aldhul, Human ex-mercenary - played by +JeCorey Holder
The Runelord's Last Stand
Oathday 11th of NethCrispy Dwarf Platter
The Heroes of Sandpoint, minus Ehlyna quickly vanquish the remaining Sinspawn and regroup. Oriana is disheartened to find out that the other chained woman, a Grey Maiden, is long deceased. Her body strangely scarred and dried out, almost brittle to the touch. She is released and laid on the floor, covered by a silk sheet.Realizing that they have no way of knowing where Ehlyan and the Runelord vanished to, they turn to Oriana for help. She admits that she has been no further than this chamber though states that the Runelord would often retreat “above,” as she referred to it. She knows that one of the snake mosaics in the chamber magically teleports anyone who stands on it to the great hall below, where the illusionary masquerade ball had been taking place. She is unsure where the other one leads, though surmises that it very well may go to the Runelord’s private sanctuary.
Following her logic as sound, Daellin promptly hops onto the teleporter and disappears. The rest follow. Oriana joins them as well, after depositing her deranged and unconscious Grey Maiden on the bed.
Immediately upon arriving in a new chamber, they discover Ehlyna, slumped on the floor, several broken potions laying around her. She is horribly burnt mass of armor and flesh and unmoving. A quick check shows that she is alive, but only barely. She is healed quickly and, in a daze, she recounts her brief encounter with the Runelord and the trapped spellbooks.
With Ehlyna tended to the group looks around the room. The Heroes, along with newcomer mage Alistar and the Grey Maiden leader Oriana, find themselves in a strange, organic feeling room of pinkish, sweaty clay walls embedded colored crystal and a floor that resembles cracked, reddish mud. The sound of deep, labored breathing can be heard, emanating from the walls themselves. Shelves line the room and several piles of what appears to be adventuring gear and loot sit on the ground. A pile of indiscernible charred ashes sits at the center of a large scorch mark on the floor near three ancient tomes sitting on a low table. Ehlyna explains that this is where she accidentally triggered the flame trap.
The gear is gathered up and Daellin, never in fear of a teleporter, steps on the snake mosaic located in the entry niche and finds himself back in the Runelords bedchamber. Everyone makes their way back as well and they begin plotting on how to regroup, find and defeat the Runelord in order to gain control of her Shard. Daellin suggests that if it is not possible to retrieve the Shard, they should retreat to Magnimar and reassess the entire endeavour.
Before plans can be fully made though, a loud but low grinding sound fills the air and the entire chamber seems to vibrate. Oriana draws her flaming sword and announces that the sound indicates someone below activating the transporter to this chamber. Everyone quickly arranges themselves to engage an approaching foe.
Let’s Finish This
Instead of Runelord Sorshen appearing through, two Babau Demons and two Lemure Devils appear. The Lemure appear to be momentarily stunned but the Babau spring into action, attempting to summon more of their kind. As the melee is joined, the Babau use their teleporting and darkness to great use, moving about the area and blinding and isolating combatants. After a few moments, Runelord Sorshen appears in the far corner of the room and enter the fray, sending fireballs all around the room. She briefly paralyzes Daellin and continues to be supernaturally agile, dodging all attacks. She laughs and taunts the group, allowing herself to be surrounded before flying to the other side of the room.Finally, Alistar uses his magic to dispel one of her magical protections and it is enough for Calina to get some good hits in with her bow, taking the Runelord down. She is then beaten down some more and finished off by Oriana with a flaming sword stroke beheading her. As she dies, the Runelord morphs into a different form, that of a still beautiful woman, but horned and winged. A succubi, by the look of it. After a short while, the remaining Babau are dispatched, though they put up a good fight, proving to be capable opponents. Their gear is confiscated and the group retreats to the sanctuary room for some rest. It is confirmed that the Runelord/ Succubus is in possession of the sought after Rune Shard, and in an unforeseen twist, Kallin somehow ends up in possession of the Rune of Lust.
Once in the sanctuary, Orianna breaks down, completely unhinged and ends up crying herself to sleep. Daellin uses the teleporters and returns below to the bedchamber and gathers up all the pillows and sheets he can carry to make the rest more comfortable. Alistar immediately sets at getting the spell books identified. Kallin begins leering at and making inappropriate advances on everyone, and several times tries to snuggle up with either of the two sleeping Grey Maidens. Fortunately, he is easily redirected by his companions and his newly developed cravings are quashed.
Session Pics
Characters Present:
Kallin Hawkril, Half-Orc shaman and budding Priest of Pharasma - played by +Daniel ErnstCalina - Varisian Human archer and scout - played by +Carol Coburn
Daellin Silvanthalas, Elven Farstrider Ranger - played by +Ben Lipe
Alistar Gavin Lourdis, Human Mageknight- played by Don K
Ehlyna Fuzziface - Dwarven Warrior - currently played by Malcolm G
Samad Aldhul, Human ex-mercenary - played by +JeCorey Holder
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