Xarrzan

Sarick sensed the magic burst coming, and was relieved to be doing better this battle, but annoyed that it had been an electric attack. "Thanks for the offer Nerwen but I should be fine for now." Sarick once again attacked the Summoner from the back row with frost magic. Battle Order: -------------- Xander vs. Grunt B De'kra vs. Grunt A >Sarick vs. Summoner >Nerwen vs. Summoner

"That's an interesting choice Knifk," said Singerson. "I actually met a rogue who wore gloves that looked just like that. See how there are intricate designs in the leather? There are no metal plates sewn into the gloves nor has the leather been boiled and hardened. If a knight gets hit in the hand, it will hurt, but if they fit, go for it. I always wondered what happened to that rogue...she had such a lovely voice." Singerson listened to Guts' questions then motioned to the empty quarry. "Yup, you all have explored the entire quarry. I guess the only thing for you all to do is to return to the grumpy guy at the entrance." Party Update: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 14.5 Knight Power: 23 Health: 23/23 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 301 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Wind Bomb, Bedroll, Gloves of Counterstriking Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Level 17.5 Rogue Power: 27 (22 for throwing weapons, except 24 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 25/25 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 1244 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 2 Nostrums, 2 Meads, 2 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy, Cat Statuette (artifact) - Health +1, Emerald Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) *Pseudo-Party Leader* Level 14 Rogue Power: 22 Health: 20/20 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 829 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Ice Bomb, Diamond Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 16.5 Barbarian Power: 24 (16+8) Health: 24/24 (23+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 236 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Earth Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I, Scroll of Luck, Dog Statuette (artifact) - SP+1 Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 12.5 Ranger Power: 21 Health: 10/17 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 202 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb, Floral Bomb, Sapphire, Quiver of Poisoning (artifact) "And thanks for the inquiry Guts. I did find what I needed and was barely able to grab it before the treasure hoard was buried. Now...uh uh" coughed Singerson, clearing the throat for the upcoming statement. "Now I knew you heroes didn't need my assistance with your battles, SO, during the 'intermissions' and some of the exciting fights, I composed this good bye ballad! Heroes! Heroes! You battled so many foes! Heroes! Heroes! Your fans will never say nos! You smashed the dragon! Beat it good! You dashed the dragon! Won like I knew you could!" Singerson continued to sing the ballad and walk up the ramp back toward the entrance. The rest of the group shook their heads and packed up their belongings. They patched themselves up as much as they could and headed toward the entrance. When they got to the landing they saw Singerson dancing and singing next to the out cropping of rocks where they fought the spider. The party continued to walk past but Elgar seemed to notice something odd. He signaled to the group and they looked closer. They noticed that Singerson wasn't just dancing, but was dodging. Singerson was playing loudly and rapidly, hitting some sort of creatures with the music and staying just out of reach. Singerson wasn't hurt but was surrounded and couldn't escape quickly. The creatures were no where near the path the heroes needed to take to leave the quarry and get back to the Quarry master. What will the party do?

The Gloves of counterstriking were meant to have an "(artifact)" label on them, I will be adding that to my last post. The Quiver of Poisoning is only suitable for rangers and those who can use a bow or crossbow. I can send you a list of the loot, it will be after the quest though.

Sarick felt the magic release from his hand and strike his opponent. 'Finally!' thought Sarick. "No worries Nerwen. Hurting thisss vile creature with a holy attack is a great idea." Sarick once again attacked the Summoner from the back row with frost magic. Battle Order: -------------- Xander De'kra vs. Grunt A >Sarick vs. Summoner >Nerwen vs. Summoner

"Fast! Fast! Fast! Fast! Fast! Gotta Play this song real fast!" sang Singerson while playing Fastest Flight... Results of Round Two of Phase 3 Ancient Dragon Battle: Hybros vs. Ancient Dragon - Hit/Damage .........[(10 + 17) * 2 = 54] Hybros vs. Ancient Dragon - Shield/Critical Hit..[((10 * 3) + 17) * 2 = 94] Guts vs. Ancient Dragon - Critical Hit ..............[((8*2) + 13) * 2 = 58] (Elgar) Guts vs. Ancient Dragon - Hit .........................[(8 + 13) * 2 = 42] Knifk vs. Ancient Dragon - Critical Hit ..............[(9*2) + 14 = 32] Knifk vs. Ancient Dragon - Hit .........................[9 + 14 = 23] Johon vs. Ancient Dragon - Hit ........................[7 + 16 = 23] (Guts) Johon vs. Ancient Dragon - Miss >Elgar vs. Ancient Dragon - Shield ..................[9 + 12 = 21] >Elgar vs. Ancient Dragon - Hit .......................[9 + 12 = 21] (Knifk) The battle against the Ancient Dragon Phase 3 continued. Hybros fought through his confusion to score a hit of 54 damage against the dragon and follow up quickly with a second attack of 94 damage. Hybros knocked a pouch of 94 coins from the dragon's claw, which it was using in it's spellcasting. Elgar ran forward to aim at the dragon's heart. Guts, in his confused state, leveraged a devastating critical strike against Elgar for 58 damage, but Knifk brought his shield to bear just in time. Knifk slammed Guts in the right direction and Guts finished the Ancient Dragon for 42 damage. The Ancient Dragon sprayed a cone of fire into the air in its death throws. The Ancient Dragon fell to the quarry floor in pain and exhaustion and burned the ice covering its hoard. THE BATTLE IS VICTORIOUS! Guts gained a level of experience! Knifk, Hybros, Johon and Elgar each gained a half level of experience! The Ancient Dragon drops Dragon's Hoard. Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 14.5 Knight Power: 23 Health: 23/23 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Wind Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Level 17.5 Rogue Power: 27 (22 for throwing weapons, except 24 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 25/25 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 994 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 2 Nostrums, 2 Meads, 2 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) *Pseudo-Party Leader* Level 14 Rogue Power: 22 Health: 20/20 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 16.5 Barbarian Power: 24 (16+8) Health: 24/24 (23+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Earth Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 12.5 Ranger Power: 21 Health: 10/17 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb, Floral Bomb Singerson completely disregarded the dying dragon and jumped into the treasure hoard. He threw out the following items... Party Leader, how will the spoils of the battle be divided? Gold: - 1250 Emerald - Wood/Plant Sapphire - Wind Diamond - Light Gloves of Counterstriking - After receiving a free hit, the wearer immediately counter attacks dealing a free hit of their own to the target! Cat Statuette (artifact) - Health +1, Owner must name the statue. Saying the name aloud causes a non-combat pet cat to be summoned. For roleplaying purposes only. Dog Statuette (artifact) - SP+1, Owner must name the statue. Saying the name aloud causes a non-combat pet dog to be summoned. For roleplaying purposes only. Quiver of Poisoning (artifact) - Causes the poisoned effect on any arrow or bolt placed within the quiver. [Permanent poisoning ability when equipped.] (On further inspection of the quiver, a small reservoir of black liquid could be seen at the bottom of the quiver. Somehow the reservoir was never empty and does not spill out when the quiver is held upside down. Scroll of Luck - Grants target the lucky-effect for one battle. Costs 10 ether. "You know," said Singerson as he shifted through the treasure, "aren't you a ranger Elgar? I kept wondering why you never tried to talk to the dragon. Don't you have that ability?" The dragon kept one eye slightly open as it watched Singerson shift through its treasure. The dragon then raised its head and opened both eyes. It looked directly at the heroes and said "Hmmm....I as well...was wondering this. I wake up...to find little creatures...invading my home...attempting to steal...my young. I care nothing...for this treasure. It is...only a small...hoard that I...was collecting...for my offspring. My main hoard...is back in...Dastan. I have not...met such rude...individuals...in such a long...time. My children and I...will return to...where we are...from." At that the dragon stood up and screeched. It was hard to tell with the shifting bodies, but it looked like at least twenty Dragonets came running forward and a dozen or so Dragonlings as well. The horde of dragon-creatures all took to the air. The ones that had trouble flying were assisted by others. The Ancient Dragon waited for the young dragons to get a head start before it too launched into the air. The dragons flew until they were pinpoints in the sky. Singerson continued to shift through the hoard, searching for something. Signerson's hands flew up in excitement. "It's here!" As Singerson reached for an item a massive ball of fire slammed into the quarry wall. A bolt of lightning followed shortly after which caused a rain of boudlers the size of wagons to fall toward the hoard. Singerson was still under the effects of his Fastest Flight song and was able to jump away just in time, barely missing being crushed. The remainder of the hoard was barried under tons of rock. There would be no way for the party to gather anything else.

"You should surrender and answer our questionsss. It will be easier for you that way." said Sarick. Sarick attacked the Summoner from the back row with frost magic. Battle Order: -------------- Xander De'kra >Sarick vs. Summoner >Nerwen

"We're all gettin' lucky with the lucky song!" sang Singerson while playing Lady Luck’s Lure... Results of Round One of Phase 3 Ancient Dragon Battle: Hybros vs. Ancient Dragon - Special Damage/Shield ..[((10 * 3) + 17) * 2 = 94] Hybros vs. Spirit Shield - Miss/Damage Guts vs. Spirit Shield - Damage/Hit ...........................[(8 + 13) * 2 = 42] Knifk vs. Spirit Shield - Shield/Hit Johon vs. Spirit Shield - Damage/Critical Hit ..............[(7 * 3) + 16 = 37] >Elgar vs. Spirit Shield - Special Damage/Special Damage The battle against the Ancient Dragon Phase 3 began. Hybros' attack against the dragon distracted it in the middle of its spell casting. The dragon lurched backward to allow the shield to intercept the blow of 94 damage, but the dragon dropped a bag filled with 94 gold coins. Hybros missed his next attack at the shield. The shield was flickering into and out of existence, barely hanging on. Guts moved in swiftly to hit the shield for 42 damage. The shield winked from existence. Knifk decided to take the sentinel position to protect the team from all harm the next round. Johon ran past the spot the shield had occupied and scored an extra critical strike against the dragon for 37 damage. Elgar aimed his crossbow at the dragon but it opened its maw and let out a magically enhanced Deafening Roar which caused confusion among the party. Enemies: Ancient Dragon: Type: None (Ancients take no extra damage from any type of gem) Level: 15 Health: 163/200 Special: Special I: Mimic - The dragon mimics the attacker’s special. For damaging specials, dragon does Damage divided by 3. Special II: Spirit Shield- The dragon summons a magical shield that absorbs all attacks until it is defeated. If already summoned either refreshes current shield or does nothing. Special III: Dual Cast - The dragon will use one special this turn and is guaranteed to use one special the next turn(the special is still decided by dice roll). Dual Cast cannot be used in two consecutive turns. If Dual Cast is chosen the next turn then the die will be rolled again. Special IV: Foresee Mistakes - For the next three rounds, any “Miss” by a hero will result in the dragon’s basic attack instead. This includes the Ranger's "AIM" ability but the dragon will receive damage. Special V: Rescind the Light - The dragon casts blindness on all party members for 1 round. Special VI: Deafening Roar - The dragon’s magic enhanced roar causes confusion on all party members for 1 round. QM Note: A roll of "Damage" will unleash Specials 1-3 [determined by a die roll]. A roll of "Special Damage" will unleash Specials 4-6 [determined by a die roll]. Drops: Dragon Hoard Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Confused [for 1 round] Level 14 Knight Power: 23 Health: 23/23 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Wind Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Encouraged Lucky Hastened Confused [for 1 round] Level 17 Rogue Power: 27 (22 for throwing weapons, except 24 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 25/25 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 900 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 2 Nostrums, 2 Meads, 2 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) *Pseudo-Party Leader* Encouraged Confused [for 1 round] Level 13.5 Rogue Power: 21 Health: 19/19 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Confused [for 1 round] Level 16 Barbarian Power: 24 (16+8) Health: 24/24 (23+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Earth Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Confused [for 1 round] Level 12 Ranger Power: 21 Health: 10/17 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb, Floral Bomb "Let's get her team! Last battle of the day! Lets keep it epic!" shouted Singerson. Party Leader, choose the order of action. All of you, choose your targets and the row you want to fight in. Also mention if you want to try to flee or if you want to use an item instead of attacking. Any enemy not targeted will get a Free Hit on the party after everyone has acted.

"Cronk, you will be second fang (pseudo-party leader) for the two person team. Be safe and return quickly." said Sarick.

"I think I can explain," said Singerson while strumming the guitar, "and I'll do it, in song!" The elbow to Singerson's ribs from Guts abruptly ended the singing. "Well that was uncalled for. I've seen this kind of attack before and what the Ancient Dragon is doing is..." explained Singerson. QM Note: The Dragon is targetable. The Shield is targetable. If the entire team targets the shield, the dragon will get a free hit on the first person in battle order. If the team targets the Dragon, any damage dealt will be intercepted by the shield until it is destroyed. Targeting the dragon prevents a free hit but gives a chance to unleash its specials. The choice is yours. "...make sense?" said Singerson. "If you focus on its shield then you get distracted and it can attack you physically. But if you focus on attacking it, it will hide behind its shield and try to cast a spell. I do not know why you would rather me say the words in this MUNDANE manner rather than joyously sing them in a high tenor maybe? Or a low bass."

OoC: The shield takes damage and health is lowered. I meant that any attacks directed at the dragon will land on the shield instead.

"Forgive me Cronk," said Sarick. "I sense that there is something amiss with one of my first quest matesss. But, he journeyed on his quest with capable heroes and will be fine. Let us move on." OoC: Sorry about that, was posting in my other quest and jumped back to here.

Sarick was shocked at his poor performance in this battle. 'Fighting on land is so much harder than fighting in the ocean' he thought. Sarick then handed one Venom to Nerwen, handed one Venom to Galen, handed one Venom to Xander, and handed one bone to Knifk. Sarick highly disliked the idea of splitting up the team but he did not want any cultists getting away that lived to hurt dragons. "Knifk and Galen will be the two person team. The rest of usss will head down the path with Russel. If you two get into any seriousss trouble head back to the rest of us...or ask your angel guardian for assistance."

The dragon's blow had addled Knifk too much, preventing him from speaking. The dragon swooped down to target him specifically with a breath attack. The dragon drew near and opened its mouth but the smallest of flames came out, barely passing the dragon's teeth. "Yup, yup." said Singerson. "She's a bit tired. Poor girl. Maybe she'll give up?" The dragon circled again then landed in front of the party. It waved its claws in the air then cast a spell. A shield appeared before the dragon and it smiled, revealing a long row of fanged teeth. With the dragon's new defense it could tire the party down then pick them off when they were weak. PREPARE FOR BATTLE! Enemies: Ancient Dragon: Type: None (Ancients take no extra damage from any type of gem) Level: 15 Health: 200/200 Special: Special I: Mimic - The dragon mimics the attacker’s special. For damaging specials, dragon does Damage divided by 3. Special II: Spirit Shield- The dragon summons a magical shield that absorbs all attacks until it is defeated. If already summoned either refreshes current shield or does nothing. Special III: Dual Cast - The dragon will use one special this turn and is guaranteed to use one special the next turn(the special is still decided by dice roll). Dual Cast cannot be used in two consecutive turns. If Dual Cast is chosen the next turn then the die will be rolled again. Special IV: Foresee Mistakes - For the next three rounds, any “Miss” by a hero will result in the dragon’s basic attack instead. This includes the Ranger's "AIM" ability but the dragon will receive damage. Special V: Rescind the Light - The dragon casts blindness on all party members for 1 round. Special VI: Deafening Roar - The dragon’s magic enhanced roar causes confusion on all party members for 1 round. QM Note: A roll of "Damage" will unleash Specials 1-3 [determined by a die roll]. A roll of "Special Damage" will unleash Specials 4-6 [determined by a die roll]. Drops: Dragon Hoard Spirit Shield: Type: Magical (Every round the Shield changes type) [Current Type - Nothing] Level: 0 Health: 100/100 Special: Positive Reflect - The shield absorbs a normal hit from the combatant but sends 10 points of healing to the dragon, regardless of the strength of the hit done to the shield. Drops: Nothing Note: The spirit shield absorbs all damage dealt to the dragon and deals no damage. Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 14 Knight Power: 23 Health: 23/23 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Wind Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Encouraged Lucky Hastened Level 17 Rogue Power: 27 (22 for throwing weapons, except 24 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 25/25 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 806 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 2 Nostrums, 2 Meads, 2 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) *Pseudo-Party Leader* Encouraged Level 13.5 Rogue Power: 21 Health: 19/19 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 16 Barbarian Power: 24 (16+8) Health: 24/24 (23+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Earth Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 12 Ranger Power: 21 Health: 10/17 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb, Floral Bomb "Let's get her team! Last battle of the day! Lets keep it epic!" shouted Singerson. Party Leader, choose the order of action. All of you, choose your targets and the row you want to fight in. Also mention if you want to try to flee or if you want to use an item instead of attacking. Any enemy not targeted will get a Free Hit on the party after everyone has acted. QM Note: At the end of every round there will be a description that hints to what type the shield will be the next round. The shield currently has no type.

Sarick was frustrated at wasting so much ether on these non-worthy foe. Sarick attacked the Cave Mongrel from the back row with ice magic. Battle Order: -------------- Cronk vs. Cave Rat B Xander vs. Snake C >De'kra vs. Snake B >Sarick vs. Cave Mongrel Galen vs. Snake A >Nerwen vs. Vampire Bat OoC: Thanks for the info.

OoC: I have no problem with a new party leader being elected. I have sent a message to Bioniclover a few days ago but I have recieved no response. I'd like to hear from JimButcher and Scubacarrot first before a decision is made. I will update the quest after work.

Sarick was rusty from sitting in the hall. Sarick attacked the Snake C from the back row with ice magic. Battle Order: -------------- Cronk vs. Cave Rat B Xander vs. >De'kra vs. Snake B >Sarick vs. Snake C Galen vs. Snake A >Nerwen vs. Vampire Bat OoC: Was it decided that missing reduces/uses ether?

Sarick was tired of missing. He intended to hit one of these vermin this time. Sarick attacked the Snake C from the back row with ice magic. Battle Order: -------------- Cronk vs. Cave Rat A Xander vs. Cave Rat A De'kra vs. Spider A >Sarick vs. Snake C Galen vs. Cave Rat C >Nerwen vs. Vampire Bat

Singerson looked at the Barbarian, puzzled. He sang "Why do you sit? Having a fit? Campfire not lit? I thought you had grit?" Results of Round Three of the Dragonlings Battle: Guts vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Critical Hit ...........[((8*2) + 13)*2 = 58] >Hybros vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Shield/Shield ..[((5*3) + 16)*2 = 62] >Hybros vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Special Damage/Damage Knifk vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Damage >Elgar vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Damage Johon Nothing The battle against the Dragonlings continued. Guts scored a critical strike against the side of the Earth Dragonling for 58 damage. The Earth Dragonling crumbled to the ground defeated. Hybros threw his throwing knife into the Wind Dragonling's chest for 62 damage. The Dragonling's body started to swell with pressure until it exploded, raining 62 coins around Hybros. THE BATTLE IS VICTORIOUS! Knifk, Hybros, Johon and Elgar each gained a level of experience! Guts gained a half level of experience! The Dragonlings dropped an Earth Bomb, Wind Bomb and Floral Bomb. Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 14 Knight Power: 23 Health: 23/23 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Level 17 Rogue Power: 27 (22 for throwing weapons, except 24 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 25/25 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 806 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 3 Nostrums, 3 Meads, 3 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) Level 13.5 Rogue Power: 21 Health: 19/19 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Mead, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 16 Barbarian Power: 24 (16+8) Health: 24/24 (23+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 12 Ranger Power: 21 Health: 10/17 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb Party Leader, how will the spoils of the battle be divided? Earth Bomb - Causes 5 points of earth-elemental damage to all enemies, doubled if the target is weak to Earth. Throwing this bomb unleashes a shock-wave that causes a mini earthquake to damage your foes. Wind Bomb - Causes 5 points of wind-elemental damage to all enemies, doubled if the target is weak to wind. Throwing this bomb releases a dust devil (mini-tornado) to swirl your enemies into each other and damage them. Floral Bomb - Causes 5 points of wood-elemental damage to all enemies, doubled if the target is weak to wood. Throwing this bomb releases fertilized seeds which grow vines rapidly to whip your enemies and damage your foes. The Ancient Dragon roared its anger again and launched into the air. This time it didn't jump up as quickly and its wings were having trouble keeping it aloft. Its head also drooped a little as it flew but it was still intent on slaying the party. "Hrm, Ancient Dragon lore...let me think," said Singerson. "You beat it back the first time when it was mildly curious...you beat it back the second time when it showed its physical might... I can't remember what the third thing is that Ancient Dragons do when battling. Oh yea! Of course! I have to sing the song to remember! The Ancient Dragon is a might foooooooooooe! It will crush all who think they really knoooooooow! It bites at them! Then uses its body! And then their magic comes! And with it.... Oh...thats right. The next attack the Ancient Dragon will be using magic instead of its body. Good news is no one has ever seen a fourth round of battle against an Ancient Dragon...because they are usually dead. But I believe in this team! I will compose the best lyrical song you've ever heard of your epic Ancient Dragon battle!" Singerson began taking some notes on a piece of paper and humming a little tune as the Ancient Dragon flew closer. Party Leader, inform Singerson when you are ready for the next battle.

"Fast, fast, fast, fast, fastfastfast! I can sing ever so fast!" sang Singerson as he played Fastest Flight.... Results of Round Two of the Dragonlings Battle: Guts vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Damage Guts vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Hit .................[(8 + 13)*2 = 42] Hybros vs. Dragonling (Earth) -Hit/Damage ..[(5 + 16)*2 = 42] Hybros vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Shield/Hit ....[((7*3) + 16)*2 = 74] Knifk vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Shield Knifk vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Shield Johon vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Special Damage Johon vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Hit ................[7 + 15 = 22] >Elgar vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Damage >Elgar vs. Dragonling (Wind) - Miss(Aim) ....[(9 + 11)*2 = 40] The battle against the Dragonlings continued. Guts sprinted at the Earth Dragonling and was almost struck by it's tail, which was blocked by Knifk's shield. Guts slid beneath the shield and scored a hit for 42 damage against the Earth Dragonling. Hybros unleashed his Banana Bladerang and hit both Dragonlings for 42 damage. Hybros then threw his Ancient Throwing Dagger at the Earth Dragonling, ripping off one of its wings for 74 damage and showering the floor with 74 gold coins. Knifk decided his best tactic was to ensure he shielded all from damage by taking the Sentinel position. The Earth Dragonling gave Johon a petrifying glance but Knifk cut off the line of sight of the freezing gaze just in time. Johon then scored a hit of 22 damage against the Wind Dragonling, decaying it. Knifk blocked the Wind Dragonling's bite at Elgar while Elgar took careful aim and lodged a bolt into the Wind Dragonling for 40 damage. The Earth Dragonling's other wing decayed off for 5 damage. The Ancient Dragon launched a fireball at Johon but that too was blocked by Knifk's shield wielding abilities. In the Ancient Dragon's anger it lifted a boulder off the quarry wall and flung it at Knifk who took no damage but was addled for awhile [roleplay only]. This action caused him to speak less during this battle. Enemies: Decayed [2 rounds left] Dragonling (Earth): Type: Earth Level: 8 Health: 19/200 Special: Petrifying Glance - Target is Petrified [can take no action] for the next two rounds. Drops: Earth Bomb Decayed [3 rounds left] Dragonling (Wind): Type: Flying Level: 8 Health: 48/200 Special: Screech - Unleashes terrifying sound that weakens/demoralizes party. Damage dealt by party is reduced by half for the next round. Drops: Wind Bomb Ancient Dragon QM Note: The Ancient Dragon cannot be attacked while it is perched onto the quarry wall. It will stay on the quarry wall until all of it's dragonling children are defeated. At the end of every even round of combat it will spit a ball of fire at a random member of the party dealing 3 damage and igniting them. Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 13.5 Knight Power: 22 Health: 22/22 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Encouraged Lucky Hastened Level 16.5 Rogue Power: 26 (21 for throwing weapons, except 23 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 24/24 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 744 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 3 Nostrums, 3 Meads, 3 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) Encouraged Level 13 Rogue Power: 21 Health: 19/19 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Mead, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 15.5 Barbarian Power: 23 (15+8) Health: 23/23 (22+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 11.5 Ranger Power: 20 Health: 9/16 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb Party Leader, choose the order of action. All of you, choose your targets and the row you want to fight in. Also mention if you want to try to flee or if you want to use an item instead of attacking. Any enemy not targeted will get a Free Hit on the party after everyone has acted. OoC: Hybros, I don't think your Bladerang automatically returns to you since it says retrievable, so I had you throw your Ancient Throwing Dagger as your second action. If the bladerang does, then I can update the damage.

"I like that idea Cronk. We'll end this quickly then move on in the quset," said Sarick while attacking Spider B from the back row with ice magic. Battle Order: -------------- Cronk vs. Spider A Xander De'kra >Sarick vs. Spider B Galen Nerwen

Sarick hissed in surprise at the vermin that caught the group off guard and with anger at the snakes that had joined in the attack. "The frost I generate will freeze their blood quickly. If anyone has an ice bomb, now would be a good time to use it. These creatures cannot withstand the cold. The following actionsss of our team will lead to success..." Battle Order: -------------- Cronk Xander De'kra vs. Cave Mongrel >Sarick vs. Cave Rat A Galen Nerwen OoC: What is the health on the Cave Mongrel and Vampire Bat? Or are we not supposed to know?

"The ambassador is representing the actual dragons."

OoC: You rolled Critical Hit/Special.

Sarick felt a strange sensation. He listened intently to the somehow familiar sounds echoing in his head. After the sounds had finished, Sarick opened his eyes, not realizing he had closed them in the first place. He then motioned to his fellow heroes to circle around. "I have received a message from the ambassador of the Dragons in thisss area. The ambassador's name is Vipera and it hasss been imparted to me that the Chimera is being summoned into existence once again. A group of cultistsss led by someone named 'Sphinx' is behind this action. Vipera has informed me that we must eliminate any cultists we run into. This action will show us asss friends to the dragons. Has anyone heard of Sphinx?" Sarick turned back to Roland Emeraldo and said "Have you heard of one called 'Sphinx'?"

"The Luck of the Lady is bringing you luck! The Lady's luck is lucky! The Luck of the Lady is bringing you luck! The Lady's luck is lucky!" sang Singerson as he played Lady Luck's Lure.... Results of Round One of the Dragonlings Battle: Guts vs. Dragonling (Wood) - Shield/Shield ............[(((8*3) + 13)*2)*2 = 148] Hybros vs. Dragonling (Wood) - Critical Hit/Miss .....[((10*2) + 16)*2 = 72] Hybros vs. Dragonling (Wood) - Shield/Miss ...........[((10*3) + 16)*2 = 92] NO EFFECT Knifk vs. Dragonling (Wood) - Shield/Special >Johon vs. Dragonling (Earth) - Critical Hit/Special ..[((7*3) + 15)/2 = 18] >Elgar vs. Dragonling (Wind) - AIM/Critical Hit ........[((9*2) + 11)*2 = 58] The battle against the Dragonlings began. Guts moved in swiftly to end this lengthy series of battles. Guts found a weak spot in the Dragonling's neck and stabbed it for 148 damage. There was gold stuck in the scales and bark of the Wood Dragonling, and 148 coins spilled to the quarry floor. Hybros came in right behind to finish the Wood Dragonling with a critical strike for 72 damage. Hybros then rolled over the dying Wood Dragonling to strike the Earth Dragonling. It did not receive any damage from Hybros' earthen attack but it did release 92 gold coins from the creatures rocky hide. Knifk decided to take the Sentinel position and block all damage the next round of battle. Johon attacked the Earth Dragonling and dealt 18 damage and causing it to be decayed. Elgar took precise aim and dealt a critical strike of 58 damage against the Wind Dragonling. Enemies: Decayed [3 rounds left] Dragonling (Earth): Type: Earth Level: 8 Health: 182/200 Special: Petrifying Glance - Target is Petrified [can take no action] for the next two rounds. Drops: Earth Bomb Dragonling (Wind): Type: Flying Level: 8 Health: 142/200 Special: Screech - Unleashes terrifying sound that weakens/demoralizes party. Damage dealt by party is reduced by half for the next round. Drops: Wind Bomb Ancient Dragon QM Note: The Ancient Dragon cannot be attacked while it is perched onto the quarry wall. It will stay on the quarry wall until all of it's dragonling children are defeated. At the end of every even round of combat it will spit a ball of fire at a random member of the party dealing 3 damage and igniting them. Party: Knifk (Played by Bioniclover) *Party Leader* Level 13.5 Knight Power: 22 Health: 22/22 Shield Power: 6 Ether: - Gold: 1 Inventory: Tfel (WP: 9 Longsword, Earth-elemental), Aegis (SP: 6 Shield), Remedy, Floral Bomb, Bedroll Hybros (Played by JimButcher) Encouraged Lucky Hastened Level 16.5 Rogue Power: 26 (21 for throwing weapons, except 23 for Ancient Throwing Dagger ) Health: 24/24 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 670 Inventory: Zoot's Reaper (WP:10, Earth), Shuriken of Mercutio (WP:5, retrievable), 2 Throwing Knives (WP:5, retrievable), Banana Bladerang (WP: 5, damage all, retrievable), Ancient Throwing Dagger (WP: 7, retrievable), Helmet (Max HP +1), 4 Grand Potions, 3 Potions, 3 Remedies, 2 Phoenix Essences, 2 Smoke Bombs, 3 Holy Bombs, Lightning Bomb, 3 Nostrums, 3 Meads, 3 Smelling Salts, Deadly Venom, Shovel, Bone, Bedroll, Skeleton Decoy Guts Holla (Played by Scubacarrot) Encouraged Level 13 Rogue Power: 21 Health: 19/19 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 529 Inventory: Lifestealer (WP:8,Ice, attacks restore 3 health), Bedroll, Shovel, Mead, Ice Bomb Johon (Alf Gregory) (Played by Bricksandparts) Level 15.5 Barbarian Power: 23 (15+8) Health: 23/23 (22+1) Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 36 Inventory: Armour-Helmet I+1 max healthI-IequippedI Weapons-greatsword IWP.3I-IunequippedI---Sword of Decay IWP. 7I I once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages Knights and Barbarians I---Meteor Blade IWP.8I-ILight elementalI-IequippedI-Healing Staff IWP.5I-Healing effect. -lended- usable by mages and clerics.---Focal Staff IWP.I 5 Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages. IunequippedI Tools-shovel---pick-axe---Magnifying Glass---magic compass POTIONS---potion I3I-Venom I2I-Ice Bomb I1I-Phoenix Essence I1I- ELEMENTS-Aquamarine, Scroll of Sleep I1I---Scroll of Blindness I1I---Scroll of Sealing I1I---Scroll of Confusion I1I Elgar Gligin (Played by Jedi master Brick) Level 11.5 Ranger Power: 20 Health: 9/16 Shield Power: - Ether: - Gold: 2 Inventory: Mockhril crossbow (WP:9 Lightning Elemental), Faxthril Longbow WP:5, Smoke bomb, Bedroll, emerald, Venom, Spade, Fire Bomb Party Leader, choose the order of action. All of you, choose your targets and the row you want to fight in. Also mention if you want to try to flee or if you want to use an item instead of attacking. Any enemy not targeted will get a Free Hit on the party after everyone has acted.