Current Actions Summary
Main Tunnel:
57 - ConsulCaesar - Siegfried - Human Paladin -- ( Protection from Elements )
1.If the penguin keeps drinking bottle after bottle of rum maybe the alcohol will take him down for us. He's clearly in no rush to finish us off, but we still don't know what his intentions are. The fact that all zombies are made of two halves from different races makes me suspicious.
On the other hand, technically BJ has only been defending from our attacks so far. I would like to put that high charisma stat to use and try and learn more about him.
2.I think the diplomatic path deserves at least a chance, time to try:
I address BJ with the most charismatic voice I can project:
"Captain, we are strangers to this place and our quest is to find a way home. We wish you no harm if you wish us no harm as well. I believe the quality of a being is measured by their actions and not their birth or race. There must surely be some common ground we can find. Tell me, where do these waters lead to? As a seasoned sailor, you must know the way out of the caverns".
I keep my silver sword in a defensive stance, holding it firmly in the least menacing way I can find, but still clearly visible to everybody's eyes -both captain and crew.
But I haven't forgotten my oath:
If any of the heroes are attacked by an unprovoked zombie, I will defend them with my sword. I think I should hold off on invoking Turn Undead until we know more about BJ's magical abilities or unless there's a full battle going on.
And about that rum:
I will no show any hurry to move along if the penguin keeps drinking bottle after bottle. I carefully study his body language for any signs of inebriation.
37 - Melvinica - OldNick - Drow Thief
As I'm already on the ship and BJ is rather occupied I steal a bottle of rum from BJ's stash and sit and drink watching what's going on and thinking what I'm going to do next.
Mmm... the rum is pretty good!
63 - Genocide2099 - Fish - Half Orc Berserker
Your mother's shadow! *spits
I will cut down any zombie that comes near me. I don't trust the squid. Once I'm done with the undead, I'm coming for it next. A squid head is an even better trophy than a hag's.
16 - misteryo - Rizzleskiff - Drow Shaman -- ( Cloak of Mirror Images, Levitate )
Rizzleskiff is amazed at how big the cavern is, as she continues levitating northwards, looking for an exit. She still wears her cloak of mirror images.
68 - matterbandit - Peloquin - Dwarven Thief
Too many zombies around me to sneak away into the shadows undetected. I remain stood there with Light Hammer in hand, at the Giant Penguin Pirate's feet, but make sure not to lose sight of that trapdoor I spotted, in case I need to plan a rushed exit.
I scrutinize the Giant Penguin Pirate, looking for any signs of weakness or other unusual details about him. Apart from his decaying body, rogues like me and pirates like him, we do share some common ground. He has yet to attack anyone. Is he acting intimidating? Maybe he is not what he seems?
I shout to my mates around me in my best pirate accent, hoping to be heard by all, Penguin included: "Shiver me timbers! Do not attack anyone! But watch yer backs! Thee galleon cap'n, he does not wish to battle with us. He wants to engage in riddles! Perhaps he seeks our help?"
67 - Testor0 - Rufus - Human Cleric -- (Globe of Protection, Divine Retaliation )
Rufus is thinking ... ' Did he threaten me or is he afraid of the Holy God '...
Rufus is saying to BJ : " Then, you are the one that summoned all of us here. I wonder what's your purpose. "
Rufus recasts 'Globe of Protection' as it expires. He keeps his defense stand while slowly going back from BJ location.
Finally, he checks the parrot. Is it flying arround? Staying on BJ shoulders? Might he be the one giving orders or the weakmess of BJ?
51 - kusumahendra - Henz - Elf Thief
Seeing others try diplomatic approach I decided to get back and hide. My weapon is ready just in case
45 - phaolo - Loradan - Elven Mage -- ( Levitate )
( at this point Loradan can only wait to see how the situation unfolds )
40 - Pouyou-pouyou - Gilius - Dwarven Druid -- ( Eagle Wings )
In case I successfully followed Loradan on top of the ship, I simply observe the situation in the cavern, I try to see where the exit(s) is(are) located, and I look for anything particular (unseen creatures, anything about the water (sharks ?), etc.).
In case I couldn't follow Loradan, I ask the others around me "Is anybody hurt and in need of healing ?". If anybody does, I go to him/her and cast a healing spell.
65 - RWarehall - Grom Grombly - Half-Orc Shaman
Grom Grombly will cast Flame Strike should any of the pirate crew engage in an aggressive action.
Side Tunnel:
61 - greeklover - Vanathradil - Elf Mage -- ( Mirror Image )
"EVERYBODY STOP THE ATTACK! The illithid is talking to us telepathically. We are safe for now from the illithid, I can guarantee you that it can't cast a third Mind Blast before it completes a short or long rest. But remember that it can levitate at will, so stay close to it. Danric, I understand that as a paladin you feel compelled to eradicate evil creatures like mind flayers but please show some patience here and let me talk with the illithid. Aleric, if you can move again, I would appreciate some healing, I feel really weak after these two mind blasts"
I move a bit away from the exit towards a point where Hummer can't see me (I do this so that no one in Hummer's room can see/target me) and I speak to the illithid. "We aren't here to kill everyone we meet, dear illithid. Our priority is to escape this dungeon, could you help us in this task? Any info about the dungeon, the way out and especially its most powerful denizens would be immensely useful. Of course, treasure is good, too. We proved we can beat you in battle so let's not risk another confrontation that would end in your destruction, you know what I mean? Tell us first where the treasure is and how we can get it, and if we want to go for it, you will lead us there, and then you can go. If we decide it isn't worth the hassle, we'll let you go immediately. You can trust us that we will keep our side of the deal, you can probably feel that we are good natured. Do we have an agreement?"
10 - muddysneakers - Squee - Goblin Thief
Squee pauses his attack but keeps his crossbow aimed at the Illithid readying another precise shot. He waits for the elf mage to parlay.
34 - Hooyaah - Stefareth - Human Necromancer
1. I creep forward to where the Illithid is to aid in reserve should the others need assistance.
2. Concealed in shadow, I watch closely at the confrontation transpiring between Danric the Exiled and the Illithid waiting to take action if needed.
21 - Aramandur - Danric the Exiled - Human Paladin
"I stay my blade from your flesh. For now."
I look at Illithid with cold anger when I speak to him, but I keep my sword ready to strike.
"Elf, this should help you".
I cast a healing spell on Vanathradil.
56 - Damon18 - Damon - Dwarf Warrior
Shcoked from the mental attack I try to recompose myself and I pick up my axe back from the floor
Amazed from the voice I hear in my head I look to my companions to understand if also the others can hear it
As far I can see also some others feel like something strange is happening
I shyly try to talk to the creature: "is it you?? are you try to talk to us? Why were you try to kill him?"
77 - RickyAndersen - Aurelia - Elf - Cleric
Move to the northern side tunnel to support the group fighting illithid.
Cast Globe Of Protection.
Anyone in need of healing?
1 - hummer010 - Hummer - Elven Ranger
Hummer struggles against the ropes that bind him, trying to escape. F'in Drow indeed.
Haven't taken turn yet:
Main Tunnel:
55 - direspirefirewire - StrangerDanger - Elven Ranger
Side Tunnel:
42 - Nadruk - Aleric - Dwarf Cleric
66 - Sir.Tomato - Tomato - Goblin Thief -- ( Divine Retaliation )
75 - VeTrack - Darci - Drow Cleric -- ( Globe of Protection, Divine Retaliation )
Post edited November 05, 2019 by BenKii
