The next day (5/15), they set sail for Hestrin once again. Ollie felt ill and remained on the Naked Isle. Elona took her half-share of treasure to Zhargrave and resumed studies. The crew that disembarked included Urgesh, Tienarth, Hocuspo, Ferris, Nate, Saul and Aderian. With them also went Felon, Brond, and Mulinsa (three dwarves rescued from … “Session #187 – Stone Snakes in a Foul Tomb”
Author: Leon
Session #186 – Gag Grouper and Bejeweled Golems
After more than a week of rest and relaxation on the Naked Isle (4/25 – 5/2), the party was ready to head back to Hestrin Island. Silverfish asked them questions about what they’d seen and together they concluded the island must be the lost tomb of Hestrin, a wealthy merchant who was unliked by most … “Session #186 – Gag Grouper and Bejeweled Golems”
Session #185 – The Tomb Below the Island of Statues
Having only just returned from a trip to Eagle Rock Island, on the following day (4/19) the party made plans to sail for the island of statues, the one called Hestrin Isle by Silverfish. Ollie used the night before to make an accounting of all treasure stored in his magic backpack. Saul and Hocuspo had … “Session #185 – The Tomb Below the Island of Statues”
Session #184 – Hidden Treasure on Eagle Rock Island
Nearly three weeks had passed on The Naked Isle (3/22 – 4/12), with Tienarth’s Raiders enjoying a leisurely vacation amongst the natives. They learned how the elves made great use of the many frogs on the island, exploiting them for more than food. The skin of the frogs, once tanned, remained tough and slippery, sometimes … “Session #184 – Hidden Treasure on Eagle Rock Island”
Session #183 – Octopus Shish Kebab
After a few days of rest (3/16 – 3/21), the party discussed what they ought to do next. Jerker was laid up with an aching head, and they wondered if was safe to go out to sea with him in a vulnerable condition. Saul was exploring the wilderness, perhaps pursuing another animal companion. Tienarth busied … “Session #183 – Octopus Shish Kebab”
House Rules Updates: Death and Helpless Targets
The house rules for death saves were updated in two ways. There are new house rules for attacking helpless targets, such those asleep or paralyzed. Melee attacks kill helpless targets instantly with no saving throw. It doesn’t trigger a free attack. And ranged attacks on helpless victims still require an attack roll and only do … “House Rules Updates: Death and Helpless Targets”
Session #182 – Goggler Lobotomy
The Loss of The Turkey of the Sea Previously, The Turkey of the Sea, a captured long ship captained by Aderian and crewed by six dwarves and two men, was separated from The Howl of the Demon during a storm. Jerker was also aboard the smaller ship. It held no provisions save a small keg … “Session #182 – Goggler Lobotomy”
Session #181 – The Naked Isle
After a few days anchored at Hestrin Island (2/26 – 2/29), Captain Ephor alerted everyone to the dwindling supply of fresh water. Fresh water was not available on the island, and he commanded his ship to set sail. The Turkey of the Sea followed along. After two days of sailing (3/1 – 3/2), a storm … “Session #181 – The Naked Isle”
Session #180 – Island of Statues
After a few days of rest and healing (2/21 and 2/22), the party decided to leave the island of Carrasthinian, the lich, to sail for one of the other islands. Tienarth looked carefully at the tapestry using his crystal ball. The other three islands were roughly east, south and west from their current location, but … “Session #180 – Island of Statues”
Session #179 – Ten Questions About a Lich
Tienarth’s Raiders made another attempt to confront the lich in his tower on the 19th (2/19) after resting for a week on the ship (2/10 – 2/16). Ollie had offered three bottles to the old elf for analysis, but they radiated no magic. Zhargrave, the rescued cleric, was outfitted with a shirt of magical chainmail, … “Session #179 – Ten Questions About a Lich”