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Combat Round 7 - Demise of Malgorthrax
The Soulrender, Slain
Bruno eats a handful of infused goodberries and recovers 5 hit points
With a sharp gesture, Bruno casts a ray of frost towards the towering demon. The icy beam shoots forth, hitting Malgorthrax squarely and causing a chilling effect, He takes 12 points of damage!
Excited
"He`s weakening!"
Drawing upon his innate divinatory powers, Bruno activates his portent ability to manipulate fate itself. He glimpses a vision of Malgorthrax`s impending attack and sees an opportunity to intervene. The mighty demon swings his rune blade, but Dartan is able to defend against the attack, taking no damage!
With his second attack, Malgorthrax roars and slices dartan with his Runed Blades, the blade cuts deep, penetrating Dartan`s armor and dealing a fatal blow. Dartan taking 26 points of damage but with Restless Endurance, he remains on his feet, defiant!
As Malgorthrax activates his Runed Blades, a dark energy pulses through the nearby statues, causing them to stir to life. The once lifeless stone gargoyles now animate with malevolence, their eyes glowing with an eerie light.
"Witness the might of the Abyss and the power it grants me!" Malgorthrax roars with arrogance. "Gargoyles, arise and feast on their souls! Crush these insolent mortals and prove your loyalty to me!" The fiend`s eyes burn with malevolence as the gargoyles come to life
As Malgorthrax steps away, Trevick seizes the moment to strike, swinging his hellfire sword in a swift, calculated motion. However, his attack misses its mark as the fiend expertly evades the blow.
Moved 30 feet - Malgorthrax`s thunderous footsteps echo through the chamber as he moves away from the pool, causing the ground to tremble beneath his massive frame. He glares at the party with burning fury, his eyes locked onto his adversaries.
The gargoyle, once an inanimate statue, springs to life with a menacing ferocity. Its stony claws extend with malicious intent as it pounces toward Hippee, the gnome`s eyes widening in terror at the sight of the creature coming to life before him.
The first gargoyle, animated by Malgorthrax`s command, descends upon Hippee with a menacing screech. Its claws lash out, tearing through the air dealing 12 points of damage!
Followed by a vicious bite that threatens to sink into the gnome`s flesh for another 11 points of damage!
The second gargoyle, previously a motionless figure, comes alive with a malevolent energy, leaping toward Bruno with uncanny speed and accuracy. Using his REACTION, Bruno activates his Shield Spell, giving him a +5 bonus to AC.
The second gargoyle swoops down upon Bruno, its claws raking through the air with malicious intent. The sharp talons MISS their mark, Due to Bruno`s quick thinking of activating his shield, dealing 0 points of damage!
However, with a quick, nimble maneuver, Bruno manages to evade the gargoyle`s biting attack, breathing heavily as he avoids the full brunt of the assault.
With an eerie and unnatural movement, the third gargoyle, once a mere decorative statue, transforms into a living nightmare. It lunges at Bruno, its stone limbs unfolding into deadly claws, and its cold, unfeeling eyes fixed on the vulnerable wizard.
With a combination of agility and instinct, Bruno narrowly avoids the third gargoyle`s assault. The creature`s claws graze past him, causing him to stumble
The gargoyle tries to Bite at the wizard, but his Shield spell once again, gives him the edge he needs to avoid the attack, and the gargoyle`s bite misses.
Angrily
Hippee directs his undead servant
“Get over here and defend me, my humble squire” turning his head back to the Gargoyle in front of him, Hippees eyes, red with blood, still sparkle and he points a finger at the monster before him “freeze”
Hippee`s command rings out with an otherworldly authority, and as if heeding the call of a higher power, the gargoyle`s body tenses, freezing in place like a lifeless stone statue once more
The gargoyle suddenly freezes in mid swing. Its claws remain mid-air, its jaws locked in an open position, and its body seemingly suspended in time.
Hippee lets out a relieved chuckle and glances at his companions, a sly grin on his face.
"Well, that`s one way to make a rock-solid friend," he quips, pleased with the success of his spell. "But don`t worry, it`s just temporary. We`ve got this!"
Hippee uncorks his healing potion and slurps it down, letting the red liquid stream down his beard as he gulps. He recovers 10 hit points.
Dashed 70 feet - The ghostly undead, summoned by Hippee, darts through the air with unnatural speed and grace. Its translucent form glides effortlessly, like a specter carrying out its master`s bidding. It hovers protectively beside the gnome, positioning itself between Hippee and any potential threats.
Reya pours her vial of holywater into the pool.
As the holy water meets the shadowy depths, a torrent of energy erupts from the pool, spiraling like ethereal tendrils reaching out to the edges of the room.
Moved 20 feet - With her hellfire sword held firmly in her grip, Reya`s strides forward. The fiend may be a towering terror, but Reya is resolute in her duty to protect the innocent and vanquish evil.
Reya`s blade whistles through the air with righteous fury, aimed true at the fiend`s dark form. However, Malgorthrax, towering over her, reacts with preternatural speed, his rune blades effortlessly parrying the paladin`s initial strike.
Malgorthrax: (Laughs darkly) "You think you can stand against me, Hellrider? Your feeble attempts are nothing but a nuisance to my power."
(Her eyes burning with determination) "I stand not as a feeble adversary, but as a defender of light and justice! You will not prevail, fiend!"
With a swift lunge, Reya delivers a second strike, but Malgorthrax dances away from the blow, his fiendish reflexes proving to be a formidable defense. The fiend grins, the expression both mocking and challenging, as if to say her efforts are in vain.
Malgorthrax: (Sneering) "Your devotion to your cause is meaningless. In the end, darkness always triumphs."
(Her grip on the hellfire sword tightening) "You underestimate the strength of the righteous. We will never yield to the likes of you!"
As Lulu takes a deep breath, a radiant light begins to shimmer around her, swirling and dancing with brilliant colors. Her petite form starts to grow and expand, her wings stretching and gaining more feathers. A warm, golden glow surrounds her, casting a gentle light upon everything around her. The chamber seems to tremble as her transformation completes, and those around her can feel a divine presence emanating from this newfound form. Her eyes, once innocent and bright, now gleam with wisdom and power as she takes on her mammoth shape.
"You may think us insignificant, but together, we will rise against you!" Lulu bellows, her voice carrying an aura of hope and determination. "Your reign of terror will end!"
With a powerful, earth-shaking charge, Lulu the mammoth barrels towards Malgorthrax, her massive form brimming with divine energy. Her mighty tusks gleam with a radiant light as she aims to pierce through the fiend`s defenses. The air vibrates with the force of her charge, and the ground trembles beneath her colossal weight. Her tusks pierce his thick hide, dealing 17 points of damage!
Malgorthrax`s growl echoes through the chamber, a guttural sound filled with anger and frustration. He gnashes his teeth in pain as Lulu`s tusks leave their mark on his darkened form.
"You insufferable little creature!" he snarls
The divine blessing of Tyr empowers Dartan`s strike, and with a mighty swing, his pure blade finds its mark on Malgorthrax`s form. The fiend roars in agony as the weapon sears through his dark flesh, leaving a glowing scar in its wake, He takes 30 points plus 9 points for Divine smite.
Anxiously
"Tyr, grant me strength! Guide my hand now in this darkest hour! For justice and honor, I stand firm against the shadows that threaten to consume us all!"
Using: Divine Smite
Fueled by the righteousness in his heart, Dartan presses on with his second strike, the pure blade once again finding its mark with unyielding accuracy, dealing 45 points of damage! As Dartan`s pure blade finds its mark and strikes the final blow, Malgorthrax`s towering form convulses in its death throes. With a resounding crash, the fiend`s body plummets into the pool, sizzling as it makes contact with the dark water. The once intimidating aura that surrounded Malgorthrax fades away, leaving behind an unsettling stillness that permeates the chamber.
As the shadows in the pool continue to swirl, an uneasy sense of foreboding lingers in the air. The party, while relieved at the fiend's defeat, can't shake the feeling that something ominous is about to unfold. There is a haunting silence, broken only by the distant sound of dripping water and the soft crackling of the magical energy that still pulses in the chamber.
In the aftermath of the intense battle, the once-animated gargoyles have returned to their lifeless, stone forms, perched stoically as if they had never moved. Pherria gazes around with a mix of bewilderment and caution, unsure of the sudden transformation of the menacing creatures. Her prayer comes to an abrupt halt, her attention now on the scene before her.
Trevick, wearing an expression of both exhaustion and hope, glances at the group, seeking confirmation of their success. His eyes shift between each party member, waiting for reassurance that they have indeed emerged victorious against the formidable fiend.
Malgorthrax's immense body lies still on the ground, bathed in an eerie glow cast by the glowing wounds inflicted by the party. The once-powerful demon, now lifeless, emits an aura of defeated malevolence, serving as a haunting reminder of the perilous battle they had faced.
The chamber is filled with a mixture of emotions: relief for surviving the confrontation, uncertainty about what lies ahead, and a lingering sense of dread as they are keenly aware of the malevolence that the fiend had unleashed.
As the party takes a moment to gather their breath, the unsettling atmosphere is palpable. The room feels heavy with a mixture of exhaustion, victory, and lingering apprehension. The shadows in the pool still dance with an unsettling energy, hinting at the ominous events that may unfold in the wake of Malgorthrax's demise.
What do you do?
Time: 12:56 PM
Date: Firstday , 11 , Mitrul
Location: Avernus (Elturel)
Gamephase: Combat
The Harbinger awakens
Bruno takes several uncertain steps away from the gargoyles as they suddenly return to their stone forms. Looking over to see Malgorthrax’s lifeless body before Dartan’s bloody, heaving form, Bruno immediately turns to Pherria. Wide eyed and adrenaline coursing through his veins he hurriedly walks over to the old woman.
“Is…is that it? Is the ritual complete? Are we safe to remove the helm from the Duke?”
Pherria's brow furrows with uncertainty as she observes the Duke's struggle with the helm. Her gaze shifts from the party to the lifeless form of Malgorthrax and back again.
"I... I'm not entirely sure," she admits, her voice tinged with concern. "The fiend has been defeated, but something feels amiss. The helm should have released its grip on the Duke by now."
She takes a deep breath and channels her magical energy, casting a healing spell over the party to mend their wounds and ease their weariness. Her hands glow with a soothing light as she reaches out to touch each member, offering comfort and restoration.
"This is all the healing I have left, You fought well. I pray to Torm that the ritual is completed."
Bartok winces at the death shriek of Malgorthrax, pressing his cowl down over his ears with his thick forearms, his hands glowing above his head with the next heal he was about to unleash. Opening his eyes fully, Bartok is stunned by the collapse of the giant demon. Looking in amazement at Dartan and Arkon,
“I’ll be a cave leech’s uncle…. Ya did it lads!“. Bartok‘s eyes move from Dartan, to Arkon, to hippee, and finally to bruno. “Ye all did great work! Never in me life have I seen such power flyin!! come a bit closer and I’ll patch ye up.“.
Bartok beckons warmly to all the party to join him as he climbs out of the pool and onto the dry ground next to Bruno and pherria. He rummages a bit in his bag of holding, and comes up with his bandages, and salves for all the superficial wounds and scrapes, and says a quick prayer of thanks to the Barones for their success.
The group all regathers near the alter, where Pherria and the Duke were. Except for Reya, Trevick and Arkon.
Looking up from his tending, Bartoks eyes focus on the Duke.
“Bring ‘im over here lads. Maybe we can find a way to take off this evil thing together.“. Glancing at the still swirling pool and dark portal across the room, he looks at Reya and Arkon. “Ye two best keep an eye on that portal. No more demon surprises for me right now thanks!“
As Bartok congratulates the group for their bravery and resilience, Reya and Trevick cautiously approach Malgorthrax's seemingly lifeless body. Arkon, remains near the north wall, watching cautiously, not willing to celebrate too early. They exchange glances, uncertainty etched on their faces, and proceed to investigate to ensure the fiend's demise. However, before they can make any definitive conclusions, a low, ominous rumble reverberates through the chamber.
In an instant, the body of Malgorthrax erupts into flames, the air filling with malevolent laughter that echoes sinisterly throughout the crypt. The demonic voice, now deeper and more foreboding, taunts the party, revealing that what they had defeated was nothing more than an avatar, a mere shadow of its true form. The fiend gloats that their victory was but a fleeting illusion, and they are no match for the might of the Abyss.
"You thought you had won, little mortals," the dark voice booms with contempt. "But you have only danced with a mere reflection of my power. Behold, the true essence of your doom!"
The flames and shadows coalesce around the towering fiend, reshaping its form into something even more fearsome and nightmarish. The once-lifeless eyes blaze with malevolence, and the very air seems to grow colder in its presence.
"Now, witness the fury of the Abyss!" the fiend roars, its voice resonating with a chilling intensity. "Prepare to be consumed by darkness and despair!"
As Malgorthrax, the Harbinger of Doom, rises from the ashes with an unholy fury, the gargoyles that had been seemingly frozen in stone statues suddenly burst into life. With a malevolent hiss, they unfurl their wings and leap into action, their stone bodies now animated with a malevolent sentience.
Suddenly, the portal crackles and hisses and demons begin to pour through unchecked! There is a feeling of doom and despair lingering in the air as the forces curse and scream with unholy terror.
Roll for initiative.
Time: 12:56 PM
Date: Firstday , 11 , Mitrul
Location: Avernus (Elturel)
Gamephase: Combat
Combat Round 5
Arkon:
Moved 30 feet - Arkon takes a deep breath and draws his blades, their gleaming steel reflecting the flickering flames and shadowy depths of the chamber. As he closes the distance between himself and the looming demonic form, he can feel the adrenaline surging through his veins, sharpening his senses and heightening his instincts.
Sadly
"What in the name of the gods is happening..."
You are casting Hunter`s Mark at Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom: With a swift incantation, Arkon marks the Harbinger of Doom as his quarry, a beacon of focus amidst the chaotic darkness. The mystical connection solidifies, linking the ranger`s senses to the fiend`s every move, empowering him to strike with deadly precision.
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword of Luck + 2
Arkon`s blessed luck shortsword finds its mark, but the Harbinger of Doom`s new form proves to be more resilient than before. The blade`s impact, though solid, appears to have diminished in effect against the fiend`s enhanced might. Arkon grits his teeth, realizing that their battle has taken an even darker turn, and that the fiend`s power now surpasses anything they have encountered thus far. Arkon deals 11 points of damage to the fiend, plus 4 points for the Mark. Total of 15 points of damage
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword of Luck + 2
Arkon strikes once more, his blessed shortsword slicing through the Harbinger`s darkened form. The fiend roars in anger and pain, acknowledging the ranger`s tenacity. Though the damage is not as significant as they hoped, dealing 7 points and 3 points for hunters mark and 5 points for Colossus slayer. Total of 15 points of damage!
Hippee:
You are casting Eldritch Blast at Abyssal Gargoyle
Surprised
Hippee directs his undead minion
"Guard my rear at all cost Ghost" Hippee looks to the gargoyle nearest the duke and shouts "One frozen, now one blasted"
Using: Dark Ones Blessing, Agonizing Blast
With a flourish of his hands, Hippee summons the Eldritch power and unleashes it at one of the gargoyles. However, in his haste and adrenaline-fueled excitement, his aim falters, and the blast goes astray, dealing no damage.
The ghostly undead stands by Hippee`s side, its spectral presence serving as a formidable guardian against any potential threats. It watches over the gnome, ready to defend him should a foe approach.
Bartok:
Moved 15 feet - Bartok readies his Truesilver mace and prepares to attack one of the Gargoyles.
You are attacking Abyssal Gargoyle with your Truesilver Mace +2
Excited
"Stone huh!? I know what to do with you!"
With a determined swing, Bartok`s mace glides through the air, striking the Gargoyle in the face, dealing 8 points of damage!
You are attacking Abyssal Gargoyle with your Spiritual Weapon
Bartok`s spiritual hammer streaks through the air, and tries to smash the gargoyle in the back, but the Gargoyle is able to dodge the attack.
Trevick:
Moved 20 feet - Trevick repositions himself in a more advantageous postition behind the towering fiend, and prepares to strike with his Hellfire blade drawn.
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword
Angrily
"Your reign ends here, vile fiend! Face the wrath of justice!"
Trevick`s first strike, fueled by his righteous fury, finds a critical opening in the fiend`s defenses, delivering a telling blow that sends dark ichor spraying from the wound. Dealing 18 points of damage!
The second strike, though not as powerful as he had hoped, still manages to cut deep into the demonic flesh, dealing another 11 points of damage!
Bruno:
You are casting Ray of Frost at Abyssal Gargoyle
Surprised
"What does it take to kill you, demon?!"
Luck was on your side!
Bruno`s incantation summons forth a chilling beam of frost that streaks across the chamber, striking the gargoyle square in its stony chest. The cold energy crystallizes the surface of the statue, causing cracks to form as its movement becomes sluggish and labored, dealing 13 points of damage!
Dartan:
You are attempting to use: Holy Water
Dartan pours the holy water into the pol, the water churns and roils.
Moved 20 feet - With his armor weighing him down, Dartan moves toward Malgorthrax, drawing his sword to strike once in range.
Dartan consumes his Quickpudding, giving him a burst of energy and speed for the next three rounds.
Abyssal Gargoyle 1:
Moved 10 feet - With a menacing swoop, one of the gargoyles descends upon Bartok, its stone wings beating the air with an eerie rhythm. The gargoyle positions itself behind the dwarf cleric, its stony claws ready to strike with a newfound advantage.
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Claw
The gargoyle strikes, but the skilled Dwarf blocks it`s claw with his shield. A loud *Clang* rings out through the crypt.
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Bite
The Gargoyle bites down on the cleric, but Bartok once again blocks the attack with some skillful shield play.
Abyssal Gargoyle 2:
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Claw
Bartok, surrounded by the menacing gargoyles, finds himself unable to evade their relentless assault. The Gargoyle rakes its sharp claws across his flesh dealing 10 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Bite
It then lunges forward with a savage bite for another 8 points of damage!
Abyssal Gargoyle 3:
Moved 25 feet - The final gargoyle swoops down with eerie precision, targeting Hippee`s ghostly undead servant and seeking to rend its ethereal form with its jagged claws.
You are attacking Ghostly Undead with your Claw
The gargoyle`s elemental claws tear through the ghostly undead`s ethereal form, causing it to momentarily flicker and distort before reforming with a faint shimmer, causing 13 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Ghostly Undead with your Bite
The gargoyle`s fangs sink into the ghostly undead, causing ripples of distortion to ripple across its insubstantial figure as it absorbs the impact of the bite, causing 11 points of damage!
The Ghostly form, attacks the gargoyle as a reaction as it approaches Hippee, but the ghostly form is too slow, and misses entirely.
Reya:
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Hellfire Sword
Excited
"For the fallen and the innocent, you will not prevail!"
Reya`s well-aimed strike connects with the fiend`s form, causing a minor but noticeable wound amidst the flames and shadows that envelop him, dealing 6 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Hellfire Sword
In a stroke of misfortune, Reya`s second strike goes awry, and with a forceful shove from Malgorthrax, she stumbles and lands unceremoniously on her backside, splashing into the pool with an embarrassed expression.
Lulu:
Moved 20 feet - Lulu`s massive form charges forward with unwavering determination, her every step causing the ground to tremble beneath her immense weight as she bears down on the emerging demons from the portal.
You are attacking Shadow Demon with your Gore
Lulu`s battle cry pierces the air, a defiant trumpeting sound that resonates with courage and determination. Her mammoth form crashes into the shadow demon with primal force, her massive tusks gouging deeply into its incorporeal form, dealing 24 points of damage! and sending the demon flying backward 10 feet.
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Shadow Demon with your Gore
The second demon, also caught in her charge, is gored for 30 points of damage, and sent flying backwards 10 feet.
Shadow Demon 1
Moved 20 feet - The shadow demon glides through the air with an eerie grace, its form shifting and flickering as it moves, positioning itself behind Arkon.
You are attacking Arkon Mace with your Claw
With calculated precision, it closes the distance to Arkon and strikes from a flanking position, its insubstantial claws slashing toward the ranger, dealing 8 points of damage! The Ranger feels a psychic energy surge through him from the demon.
Shadow Demon 2
Moved 20 feet - The second shadow demon hovers silently behind Arkon, its form wreathed in darkness. It positions itself strategically, ready to take advantage of its position.
You are attacking Arkon Mace with your Claw
The shadow demon`s claws slice through the air with uncanny precision, finding their mark on Arkon`s vulnerable form. The ranger winces in pain as the otherworldly talons dig into his flesh, leaving behind an unsettling sensation, he takes 16 points of damage!
Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom
You are creating Flame Eruption at Arkon Mace, Reya Mantlemorn & Trevick Thantorme
Malgorthrax`s malevolent grin widens as he revels in the chaos he has unleashed. With a cruel gesture, he summons a searing tornado of flames that engulfs:
Arkon. Taking 7 points of damage! - Arkon is caught off guard by the sudden eruption of flames, and despite his attempts to evade, the fire sears his skin and clothes, leaving him with burns and a grimace of pain.
Reya, taking 14 points of damage - Despite her best efforts, Reya is engulfed in the searing flames, her armor and flesh burning as she lets out a pained cry. The intense heat leaves her staggering and wounded.
Trevick, taking 6 points of damage - Trevick manages to summon his resolve and swiftly maneuvers out of the path of the fiery eruption, avoiding the worst of the damage.
You are attacking Reya Mantlemorn with your Abyssal Claw
Mockingly
"Pathetic mortals, you thought you could challenge the might of the Abyss? Your feeble attempts only amuse me," Malgorthrax sneers, his voice dripping with contempt. "I shall relish in your suffering as you meet your inevitable doom."
Malgorthrax`s claw slices through the air with a swift and deadly motion, seeking to tear into Reya`s flesh, dealing 18 points of damage!
Pherria shouts at Bartok,
"We must remove the Helm from the Duke to close the portal!" She notices the Duke seems more sober than before, "I think the helm's bond is weakened, if we force it off now, we may be able to close the Portal and save the duke!"
Time: 12:56 PM
Date: Firstday , 11 , Mitrul
Location: Avernus (Elturel)
Gamephase: Combat
Combat Round 6
Arkon:
You are casting Cure Wounds at Arkon Mace
Arkon`s hands glow with a healing light as he channels magical energy into his own wounds, mending some of the damage he sustained in the fiery blast. Recovers 11 points
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword +1
Luck was on your side!
Arkon`s off-hand strike finds its mark. Malgorthrax growls disdainfully at the ranger`s effort. Deals 5 points, plus 3 points for favored enemy, plus 5 points for marked, and 6 points for Colossus slayer. Total: 19 points. Malgorthrax: "Is that the best you can muster, little ranger?" He sneers
Hippee:
You are casting Eldritch Blast at Abyssal Gargoyle
Mockingly
Hippee directs his conjured companion
“together with me, attack this vile creature"
Luck was on your side!
Hippee`s Eldritch blast hits the gargoyle squarely, causing it to shudder and crack under the force of the blast, taking 18 points of damage.
Ghostly Undead:
You are attacking Abyssal Gargoyle with your Ghostly Touch
The ghostly undead`s ethereal form passes through the gargoyle`s stony exterior, dealing 7 points of damage to it. The gargoyle trembles as the ghostly touch disrupts its form, leaving cracks and fractures in its stone body.
Bartok:
You are attacking Abyssal Gargoyle with your Truesilver Mace +2
Excited
"I’m a bit busy! (Whack). Can anyone... (Thump)…. Get that blasted helmet off?!!"
Bartok`s Truesilver mace crashes against the gargoyle`s stony surface, sending fragments of stone flying. The impact reverberates through the creature, leaving it visibly weakened by the powerful strike, dealing 9 points of damage!
You are casting Healing Word at Arkon Mace
A warm, soothing light envelops Arkon as Bartok`s Healing Word takes effect. The ranger feels his wounds begin to mend, revitalizing his spirit and giving him renewed strength to face the ongoing battle, he recovers 10 hit points. Bartok regains 5 points from feedback healing.
Spiritual Weapon:
You are attacking Abyssal Gargoyle with your Spiritual Weapon
The Spiritual hammer attacks the gargoyle again, but the gargoyle avoids it as it battles with Bartok.
Trevick:
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword
"You won`t escape us, demon! Your reign of terror ends here!"
Trevick`s mighty swing with his Greatsword lands true, the blade cutting through the air with a resounding whoosh before making contact with Malgorthrax, dealing 11 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword
Trevick`s greatsword slices through the air with a powerful arc, finding its mark on the fiend`s form, dealing 9 points of damage!
Bruno:
Moved 10 feet - Bruno moves next to the duke, to prepare to remove his helm.
You are attempting to use: Carefully trying to remove the helm from the Duke (Sleight of Hand)
Anxiously
"C`mon... come off you blasted helmet. We need to close that portal..."
With calculated precision, Bruno approaches the Duke and deftly employs his sleight of hand skill to remove the helm. The moment the helm cracks free, a surge of energy ripples through the chamber, and the portal suddenly blurs again, preventing the demons from coming through.
Malgortrax roars in anger,
"Insolent mortals! I will not be stopped by the likes of you!"
Dartan:
Moved 10 feet - Dartan steps up next to Malgortrhax, his blade ready to strike.
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword +2
Luck was on your side!
Dartan`s blade finds its mark, guided by a potent mixture of skill and fortune. The weapon cleaves through the fiend`s defenses, striking a resounding blow that sends ripples of pain through the creature`s infernal form, he takes 13 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword +2
Luck was on your side!
With unwavering determination, Dartan`s second strike follows the path of the first, connecting with unerring precision. The blade sinks into the fiend`s darkened flesh, inflicting a powerful blow that further weakens its malevolent resolve, dealing 13 points of damage!
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword +2
His next strike, fueled by the quickpudding, falls short, missing the fiend.
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword +2
His final blow, also is parried by the massive demon, dealing no damage.
Abyssal Gargoyle 1
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Claw
The gargoyle`s claws and teeth gnash and scrape against Bartok`s sturdy armor, but the dwarf`s defenses hold strong, protecting him from the vicious assault.
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Bites
The gargoyle`s claws and teeth gnash and scrape against Bartok`s sturdy armor, but the dwarf`s defenses hold strong, protecting him from the vicious assault.
Abyssal Gargoyle 2
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Claw
The gargoyle`s claws are deftly deflected by Bartok`s armor
You are attacking Bartok Stormweaver with your Bites
its cunning bite finds purchase in the dwarf`s neck, causing a searing pain and drawing a spray of blood, causing 13 points of damage!
Abyssal Gargoyle 3
You are attacking Ghostly Undead with your Claw
The final gargoyle`s claws scrape harmlessly against the ghostly form.
You are attacking Ghostly Undead with your Bites
its fangs find their mark, tearing through the spectral essence with a chilling cry as the undead dissipates into nothingness, taking 11 points of damage!
Moved 5 feet - The last gargoyle positions itself menacingly next to Hippee, its stony form ready to unleash its attack.
Reya:
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Hellfire Sword
Reya rises swiftly from her seated position, determination blazing in her eyes, and swings her hellfire sword at Malgorthrax. However, the fiend`s agility allows him to deftly evade her strike.
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Hellfire Sword
With renewed focus, Reya pivots and brings her hellfire sword down in a powerful arc, finding her mark as the blade connects with Malgorthrax, inflicting a burning gash on his form, for 9 points of damage!
Lulu:
Moved 10 feet - Lulu charges forward with determined fury, her massive form shaking the ground beneath her.
You are attacking Shadow Demon with your Gore
Her mammoth tusks find their mark as she gores one of the shadow demons, driving it back with a triumphant bellow, dealing 26 points of damage, and throwing it 10 feet into the wall to her right.
Moved 5 feet - Lulu`s immense form moves with surprising agility as she steps next to Arkon, her presence providing both protection and reassurance to the ranger.
Shadow Demon 1:
Moved 15 feet - The shadow demon hisses with anger as it maneuvers into a more advantageous position behind Lulu, ready to strike at her vulnerable flank.
You are attacking Lulu Mammoth with your Claw
Disgusted
"Your feeble attempts to stand against the darkness are in vain", it hisses
The shadow demon`s claws slice through the air, narrowly missing Lulu`s massive form as she remains steadfast and unyielding.
Shadow Demon 2:
You are attacking Arkon Mace with your Claw
Arkon expertly deflects the shadow demon`s strike with his blades, his ranger training and quick reflexes serving him well in the heat of battle.
Malgorthrax:
You are using Flame Eruption at Dartan, Arkon, Trevick, Reya and Lulu, who are all next to the fiend.
Dartan`s valiant stance falters as the flames wash over him, scorching his armor and searing his flesh. He grits his teeth as he takes 18 points of damage!
Arkon`s quick reflexes and focused mind allow him to partially evade the flames, his body contorting in a nimble dance to minimize the damage, taking 7 points of fire damage.
Trevick`s body jerks as the searing flames wash over him, his armor and flesh sizzling under the intense heat. He grits his teeth, hissing in pain, but remains standing, his determination keeping him on his feet despite the fiery assault, taking 15 points of damage!
Reya`s eyes widen in shock as the flames engulf her once again, searing her skin and scorching her armor. She stumbles back, gritting her teeth against the pain, taking 18 points of damage!
Lulu`s massive form shudders as the flames engulf her, her trumpeting cry echoing in pain and frustration. The heat scorches her fur and singes her mammoth form, leaving behind a trail of smoke and seared skin, she takes 19 points of damage!
Malgorthrax channels the infernal energies that course through his demonic form. With a guttural roar, he unleashes "Abyssal Eruption," causing the very ground beneath him to tremble and crack. Dark tendrils of energy surge outward from the cracks, seeking out his adversaries.
Mockingly
"Ah, pitiful mortals! Your feeble efforts are nothing but a fleeting annoyance to me. Do you truly believe you can stand against the might of the Abyss? Your struggles are in vain, for I am eternal, and your doom is inevitable. Every strike you land merely fuels my power, and every breath you take hastens your descent into darkness. Your defiance amuses me, but it will be your undoing."
Arkon`s instincts kick in as the sinister dark tendrils lash out, but his agility and keen awareness allow him to evade their clutches with impressive dexterity. He manages to dodge most of the tendrils` grasp, sustaining only minor scrapes and bruises from the desperate assault, taking only 6 points of damage!
Bartok finds himself trapped in the suffocating embrace of the abyssal tendrils, their crushing force restricting his movements and constricting his breath. The tendrils seep with a noxious energy that seems to drain his vitality, causing a wave of necrotic pain to surge through his body. He takes 23 points of crushing damage. The Dwarf goes down, and is Dying.
Trevick`s valiant efforts are in vain as the dark tendrils coil around him with a vice-like grip, constricting his movements and inflicting crushing pain upon him. He finds himself restrained, unable to break free from the suffocating hold of the tendrils. He takes 26 points of crushing damage. Make a CON Save vs DC 16 or become poisoned.
Bruno`s quick reflexes and agility serve him well as he evades the sinister embrace of the dark tendrils. He manages to sidestep the majority of their grasp, but a fleeting touch still leaves a lingering mark, causing minor discomfort. Taking 10 points of Necrotic damage.
Dartan`s body tenses as the abyssal tendrils attempt to ensnare him, but in a sudden surge of divine energy, Gargauth`s power courses through him. With a mighty effort, Dartan flexes his muscles and shatters the constraining darkness, breaking free from the tendrils` grasp. As the malevolent magic recedes, a pair of small devilish horns emerge from his forehead, a visual testament to the infernal strength that now aids him. The surge of power cancels out any damage that Dartan would have taken from the tendrils.
Reya`s valiant form is ensnared by the malevolent tendrils, their icy grip constricting around her. Agonizing pain courses through her body as the tendrils squeeze and writhe, inflicting both physical and ethereal harm. The tendrils seem to pulse with a sickly energy, siphoning her vitality and tainting her with the essence of the abyss. Reya is Restratined, and takes 24 points of crushing damage. Make a CON Save vs DC 16 or become poisoned.
Lulu, the once-mighty celestial mammoth, is ensnared by the insidious dark tendrils. Her massive form is rendered immobile as the tendrils coil around her, inflicting crushing damage and restricting her movement. The malevolent energy of the abyss seeps into her being, weakening her with each passing moment. She takes 22 points of crushing damage. Make a CON Save DC 16 or become poisoned.
Duke Ravengard, despite his valiant efforts, succumbs to the relentless grasp of the dark tendrils. They coil around him with a vice-like grip, constricting his form and inflicting excruciating crushing damage. The tendrils seep with a malevolent energy, sapping his strength and resolve. He takes 26 points of crushing damage! Make a CON Save, DC 16 or become poisoned.
Pherria`s quick reflexes and inner resolve allow her to sidestep the encroaching tendrils, sparing her from their grasp. As the abyssal forces brush against her, she winces slightly, but her determination remains unshaken. She takes 11 points of damage
Hippee`s attempts to evade the insidious dark tendrils are in vain as they close in around him, constricting and restraining his movements. The tendrils squeeze with a vice-like grip, causing him to gasp in pain as the pressure takes its toll, taking 25 points of crushing damage. Make a CON Save DC 16 or become poisoned.
Dartan`s body tenses as the abyssal tendrils attempt to ensnare him, but in a sudden surge of divine energy, Gargauth`s power courses through him.
The Hidden Lord:
"Hear me, pitiful Malgorthrax," Gargauth`s voice echoes with a sinister edge, laced with defiance. "This vessel you covet is beyond your reach. I, Gargauth, will not be taken as a mere prize in your infernal games. I grant this mortal strength to thwart your ambitions. Prepare to taste the wrath of a being far superior to your kind."
"You meddling fiend! You dare to interfere in my plans?" Malgorthrax's voice trembles with a mixture of anger and trepidation. "You may have trapped me, Gargauth, but I will not be denied my prize! The shield will be mine, and your feeble attempts to thwart me will prove futile!"
Duke Ravengard:
You are attacking Duke Ravengard with your Tendrils
The Duke is crushed for 16 more points of damage from the writing tentacles. He is also poisoned and cannot be healed.
Pherria:
You are casting Guiding Bolt at Dark Tendrils
Excited
"By the light of the gods, I shall not let you fall, brave dwarf!"
The radiant energy streaks through the air, illuminating the chamber, and strikes the entwining tendrils that constrict Bartok. The tendrils writhe and recoil as the radiant energy sears through them, creating an opening for Bartok to break free as they take 17 points of radiant damage!
Time: 12:56 PM
Date: Firstday , 11 , Mitrul
Location: Avernus (Elturel)
Gamephase: Combat
Combat Round 7
Arkon
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword of Luck + 2
Luck was on your side!
Arkon`s shortsword connects with a flash of luck, landing a solid hit on Malgorthrax and dealing 9 points of damage, plus 3 points for favored enemy, plus 5 points for Colossus slayer, and 4 points for Marked. Total of 21 points of damage!
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword +1
Luck was on your side!
Arkon`s offhand strike follows through with another lucky hit, delivering a solid blow to Malgorthrax and inflicting further damage upon the fiend, dealing 7 points of damage, plus 3 points for favored enemy, and 2 points for marked. Total of 12 points of damage!
EXTRA ATTACK: You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Shortsword of Luck + 2
In a remarkable stroke of luck, Arkon`s final attack with his luck blade strikes with precision, landing a critical hit on Malgorthrax. The blade slices through the fiend`s defenses, dealing a substantial amount of damage and leaving the fiend visibly wounded, he takes 24 points of damage, plus 6 points from Favored enemy, and 8 points from marked! Total of 38 points of damage!
Hippee
Hippee strains agains the trendrils, trying to break free (Str Roll: 7) but fails to break out, he remains constrained in the deadly grip of the abyssal forms.
Tendrils on Hippee:
You are attacking Hippee with your Tendrils
The Dark tendrils surrounding Hippee squeeze, crushing the poor gnome for another 10 points of damage. Hippee goes down, and is dying.
Trevick
You are attempting to use: Break Tendrils
Trevick strains against the abyssal tendrils, but fails to break free (Roll 7). He remains trapped and being crushed by the icy forms.
Tendrils on Trevick:
You are attacking Trevick Thantorme with your Tendrils
The Dark Tendrils continue crushing Trevick, dealing 12 points of damage to the Hellrider.
Bruno:
You are casting Magic Missile at Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom
Anxiously
Savras, be with us. PLEASE.
Luck was on your side!
Bruno`s magic missiles strike Malgorthrax with precision, the energy crackling against the fiend`s form, dealing 18 points of damage!
Malgorthrax`s voice booms with a mix of arrogance and malevolence.
"Foolish mortal, your efforts are in vain. Your feeble attempts to harm me are nothing compared to the boundless power of the abyss. You cannot destroy me, for I am eternal. Your weapons, your spells, your bravery – they are meaningless against my might."
Dartan:
You are attacking Malgorthrax, Harbinger of Doom with your Greatsword +2
Luck was on your side!
As Dartan raises his greatsword, an eerie transformation overtakes him. Demonic wings unfurl from his back, his horns elongate, and his eyes burn red with an unholy fire. Gargauth`s power surges through him, his form both majestic and terrifying. The Hidden Lord`s voice booms, filled with ancient authority, addressing Malgorthrax with a mixture of derision and threat.
"Malgorthrax, your arrogance blinds you to your fate. My imprisonment may be my current state, but once freed, I will ensure your punishment is eternal." With an otherworldly strike, Dartan delivers the final blow, dealing 15 points of damage, and Malgorthrax`s once-fiery form is extinguished, collapsing to the ground with a resounding thud.
As the fallen demon's presence dissipates, the malevolent enchantments on the gargoyles cease, causing them to freeze back into stone. The tendrils of darkness retreat, releasing their captives, and the two fleeing shadow demons meet a swift and brutal end at the hands of Dartan, now empowered by Gargauth. Dartan's actions seem almost supernaturally swift and precise as he dispatches the demons with an air of detached determination.
With a sudden and unsettling transformation, Dartan's demonic form reverts to its former state, leaving him breathless and seemingly drained. The fire in his eyes dims, replaced by a hollow gaze that speaks of the intense struggle he has endured. The battle's aftermath hangs heavily in the air, as the party takes stock of their victory and the cost it has exacted.
Dartan, looks at the party with a tear in his eye, and collapses into unconsciousness, the Shield falling to the ground with a resounding clang.
Several of the party are in immediate need of medical attention.
The party has gained Experience and stars.
What do you do?
Time: 12:56 PM
Date: Firstday , 11 , Mitrul
Location: Avernus (Elturel)
Gamephase: Exploration