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Erithmu 03-28-07, 11:49 PM	This is a miniquest for Arden Tarmik to allow for entrance into the warmind Prestige class. If you are not Zevox or myself please do not post here. This miniquest is out of cycle. Arden is pitted against another disciple of Dispater and succeeds in defeating him for Warmind Training Rewards: 1500xp/1600gp Used: 1 charge of djore of Force Screen Arden Tarmik Male Human Medium Humanoid (Human, Psionic) Lawful Evil Wilder 4/Fighter 1 [ECL 5] XP/TNL: 14,166/15,000 [10,500 start + 3,666 fights] Height 5’8’’, Weight 160 lbs, Age 26 Steel Soldier of the EAST HABARI TRADE COMPANY “Deity”: Dispater (Lord of Dis, Second Layer of Hell; Patron of War and Intrigue) Fight 1 Time Between Fights: hrs Prebuffs/Ongoing Effects: Items Used: Spells or Powerpoints Used: x/day Abilities Used: Free Activity: Activities this week: Seeking to learn the ways of the Warmind. STR...16 [+3]...(8 pts) [15, +1level] DEX...14 [+2]...(6 pts) CON...14 [+2]...(6 pts) INT....13 [+1]...(5 pts) WIS...14 [+2]...(6 pts) CHA...13 [+1]...(5 pts) Hit Points: 32 [5 HD] [6Wld + 5.5Ftr + (3.5*3)Wld + (2*5)con] AC 21 [+2dex, +9armor, +1cha (touch only)], Touch 13, Flat 19 [+4shield Force Screen, +1-2insight Defensive Precognition] [+9 armor Mithril Full Plate (+1)] Initiative: +2 [2dex] BAB/Grap: +4/+7 [+4bab, +3str] Speed 30 ft Saves: Fort +6 [2Ftr, +1Wld, +2con, +1resistance] Refl +4 [0Ftr, +1Wld, +2dex, +1resistance] Will +7 [0Ftr, +4Wld, +2wis, +1resistance] [+1-2 insight Defensive Precognition, +1 morale Surging Euphoria] Attacks: Melee Deep Crystal Greatsword +8 melee, 2d6+4 [19-20/x2] [4bab, +3str, +1MW] Deep Crystal Guisarme +8 melee, 2d4+4 [20/x3] [10’ Reach] [4bab, +3str, +1MW] Masterwork Cold Iron Armor Spikes +8 melee, 1d6+3 [20/x2] [4bab, +3str, +1MW] Ranged Masterwork Composite Longbow (str+3) +7 ranged, 1d8+3 [20/x3] [110' range] [4bab, +2dex, +1MW] Crystal Shard, +6 ranged touch, xd6 [20/x2] [35' range (40' surge)] [x=pp spent] [4bab, +2dex] Conditional Attack Modifiers +2d6 damage melee Psionic Weapon. +2d6 damage for 2pp Deepcrystal. +1 morale attack and damage Surging Euphoria. Feats: Speed of Thought [Human Bonus] Combat Expertise [1st lvl] Improved Trip [Fighter Bonus 1st] Psionic Weapon [3rd level] Human Racial Bonus Feat 1st level. +4 skill points 1st level. +1 skill point per level. Favored Class: Any (Wilder) Fighter Class Proficient w/ all simple & martial weapons, all armor, all shields. Bonus Feat 1st level. Wilder Wild Surge +2 Psychic Enervation Elude Touch Surging Euphoria +1 Special Abilities: Wild Surge +2 Elude Touch Surging Euphoria +1 Skills (42Wld, 4Ftr): +6 Balance [7rnks, +2dex, -3armor] [7Wld] +2 Climb [0rnks, +3str, +2circumstance, -3armor] +10 Concentration [8rnks, +2con] [8Wld] +10 Craft (Armorsmithing) [7rnks, +1int, +2circumstance] [5Wld, 2Ftr] +10 Craft (Weaponsmithing) [7rnks, +1int, +2circumstance] [5Wld, 2Ftr] -2 Hide [0rnks, +1dex, -3armor] +0 Jump [0rnks, +3str, -3armor] +9 Knowledge (Psionics) [8rnks, +1int] [8Wld] +2 Listen [0rnks, +2wis] -2 Move Silently [0rnks, +1dex, -3armor] +12 Profession (Politician) [8rnks, +2wis, +2circumstance] [8Wld] [Make Money: (10+12)*5 = 110 gp] +4 Psicraft [1rnks, +1int, +2synergy] [1Wld] +2 Spot [0rnks, +2wis] Speaks Common and Infernal. Wilder Powers Known [3] [ML 4th] [PP: 19; Left: 19; Use: 7] 1: [DC 12] VigorA, Defensive PrecognitionA, Crystal ShardA. Buffs and Prefight Actions: Address Powerstones. Pray to Dispater. Equipment: Warrior Cultist’s Garments +1 Mithril Full PlateC [25 lbs][5,250 gp + 1,000 enchantments] - Masterwork Cold Iron Armor SpikesC [10 lbs][200 gp] Deep Crystal GreatswordC [8 lbs][525 gp] Deep Crystal GuisarmeC [12 lbs][504 gp 5 sp] Masterwork Composite Longbow (str+3) [3 lbs][700 gp] Quiver w/ 60 arrows [9 lbs][3 gp] Cloak of Resistance +1 [1 lb][1,000 gp] Wooden Holy Symbol of Dispater [0 lbs][1 gp] Climber’s Kit [5 lbs][80 gp] Belt Pouch (Powerstones & Potions) [1/2 lb][1 gp] Dorje of Force Screen (50 charges) [ML 2nd] [.25 lbs][1,500 gp] Powerstones & Potions in Belt Pouch: 2x Potion of Protection from Evil [.1 lbs each][50 gp each] Powerstone of Skate (2 uses) [ML 2nd] [0 lbs][50 gp per use] Powerstone of Offensive Precognition (3 uses) [ML 2nd] [0 lbs][50 gp per use] Powerstone of Synsthete [ML 2nd] [0 lbs][50 gp] Powerstone of Synsthete [ML 2nd] [0 lbs][50 gp] Powerstone of Specified Energy Adaptation (2 uses) [ML 3rd] [0 lbs][150 gp per use] Powerstone of Touchsight [ML 5th] [0 lbs][375 gp] Expedables: 1,125/1,250 gp Equipment at Home: Gold: 1,439 gp 5 sp Masterwork Armorsmith’s Tools [5 lbs][55 gp] Masterwork Weaponsmith’s Tools [5 lbs][55 gp] Masterwork Politican’s Tools [1 lb][50 gp] Miscellaneous Statistics: Encumbance: 0-76 (light), 77-153 (medium), 154-230 (heavy) Weight carried: 73.7 lbs Character Background Default Tactics None: Tactics sent individually. Fights results: (tot. 3,666 xp) 1: Durin, Maraxus: Loss [+542 xp] [+687 gp] 2: Razorfang, Macbrea: Win [+1,500 xp] [+1,710 gp] 3: Gundmir Gulesdeep, False_Keraptis: Win [+1,624 xp] [+1,842 gp] Past Expenditures (tot. 12,299 gp 5 sp): 9,500 gp start + 687 gp Fight 1 +1,710 gp Fight 2 + 1,842 gp Fight 3 13,739 gp Expenses 2/22/2007 (Creation) - 5,250 gp Mithril Full Plate - 200 gp Masterwork Cold Iron Armor Spikes - 525 gp Deep Crystal Greatsword - 504 gp 5 sp Deep Crystal Guisarme - 700 gp Masterwork Composite Longbow (str+3) - 3 gp 60 arrows - 1,000 gp Cloak of Resistance +1 - 1 gp Wooden Holy Symbol of Dispater - 80 gp Climber’s Kit - 1 gp Belt Pouch - 100 gp 2x Potion of Protection from Evil - 150 gp Powerstone of Force Screen (3 uses) [ML 2nd] - 150 gp Powerstone of Skate (3 uses) [ML 2nd] - 150 gp Powerstone of Offensive Precognition (3 uses) [ML 2nd] - 100 gp Powerstone of Synsthete (2 uses) [ML 2nd] - 55 gp Masterwork Armorsmith’s Tools - 55 gp Masterwork Weaponsmith’s Tools - 50 gp Masterwork Politican’s Tools 3/25/2007 - 50 gp Powerstone of Synsthete [ML 2nd] - 1,500 gp Dorje of Force Screen (50 charges) [ML 2nd] - 1,000 gp Enchant Mithril Full Plate (+1) - 300 gp Powerstone of Specified Energy Adaptation (2 uses) [ML 3rd] - 375 gp Powerstone of Touchsight [ML 5th] Total Difference: 1,439 gp 5 sp [b]Fight 1: Powerstone of Force Screen [ML 2nd]. Fight 2: Powerstone of Force Screen [ML 2nd]. Fight 3: Powerstone of Force Screen [ML 2nd], Powerstone of Skate [ML 2nd], Powerstone of Synsthete [ML 2nd].
Erithmu 03-29-07, 12:02 AM	The letter had arrived a few days ago. The message was rather clear. Dispater had a mission for him, arriving in Lower Merx where the Psi Consortium held their offices he was to go to what seemed like a warehouse, yet the time was for late in the evening. Arden arrived in due time and found that Dispater's mark was inscribed on the door. Stepping inside there was and open area with a man standing in black plate sizing him up. The man was clearly the one in charge. Off to the mans left side was humanoid that Arden recognized as an Elan, he had a breastplate on and a greatsword at his back. "Arden Tarmik; enter." Arden stood on the threshold of the door ...
Zevox 03-29-07, 02:30 PM	Stepping through the door, Arden nods at the two. The emblem of Dispter - a fortress set within a shield - embossed on his armor leaves no question as to his identity. The former guard captain kneels before the man in black plate and speaks, "I was summoned, and so I have come. What does the Iron Lord of the Second request of me?"
Erithmu 03-29-07, 02:36 PM	My name is Imahnd, member of the Steel Mind. We are an elite group of people within the Steel Soldiers. The two of you have been selected as candidates for the training. However I can only train one of you. With that he turns his back on Arden and the Elan, and walks into the shadows.
Zevox 03-29-07, 09:58 PM	Arden stands as Imahnd leaves, then turns to the Elan. "So it seems we've been left to our own devices for deciding who that will be, then. Combat, or competition?" he asks, knowing that Dispater and his cult valued both strength of body and skill of cunning.
Erithmu 03-29-07, 10:10 PM	Competition, I think it suits me better. Arden saw through the guise and knew that the Elan's sword was going to come out the second he turned around. For the moment Arden had the edge, although the Elan didn't know this. Bluff vs SM: 3 vs 15, for the moment you have the surprise if you want.
Zevox 03-29-07, 10:18 PM	Arden sees through the charade easily as the Elan's hand twiches itself just noticeably closer to the hilt of his blade. Arden grabs quickly at a crystal along the side of his belt and silently calls up a psychic shield of energy to foil his foe's attempt at a surprise attack. Draw my dorje of force screen and use it, trying to concentrate to suppress the audio display so he doesn't know I'm doing it (+10 vs DC 16). Edit: noticed I won initiative too. If that means I get two rounds before he acts, make the second action manifesting defensive precognition (2pp + 2 surge) from memory.
Erithmu 03-29-07, 10:29 PM	Arden sees the twitch and reacts quickly touching his djore, The Elan notices but is not quick enough to react to Arden's reaction. The Elan drew his swords and then threw energy at Arden, but Arden shrugged it off. Surprise: Arden - Force Screen Round 1: Arden - Def Precog 2pp 2 surge (no Enervate) Elan - Casts a spell. Round 2: Arden - ??? (Distance: 30ft) Arden 32/32 AC 21 (FS) (DP) (SE 3) Elan xx/xx AC??
Zevox 03-29-07, 10:43 PM	Arden responds to his foe's attack, drawing his crystalline guisarme and then channeling his mental power into a deadly shard of crystal that he sends speeding into his foe. Little notes: I'm not sure what SE 3 means, but Arden's AC should be 26 (20+4shield+2insight). Round 2: Drop dorje, draw guisarme, manifest crystal shard (2pp + 2 surge).
Erithmu 03-29-07, 10:56 PM	Arden drew his blade and flung shards that hit the Elan, Without a flinch the other disciple touched his chest and the wound closed. The Elan drew his own blade and began to circle. Round 2: Arden - Draw Guisarme, 2pp + 2 surge CS (atk 17 dmg 17 Enervate: no) Elan - Draw G. Sword, CMW: 20 Round 3 Arden - Arden 32/32 AC 21 PP 3/7 (FS) (DP +2) (SE 4) Elan xx/xx AC?? Notes: I don't add spell effects to base AC, and just have them listed. And your AC should be 21+4+2 = 27. SE = Surging Euphoria and round it ends.
Zevox 03-29-07, 11:19 PM	"Priest," Arden mutters in annoyance. Dispensing with the use of his powers for the moment, he charges at the Elan, hooking his blade around his foe's ankle and yanking to pull him to the floor. Ah, I see. I actually forgot about surging euphoria and that I bumped his armor to +1 - silly me. Round 3: Charge to trip (+11 touch, +6 opposed). If successful, expend focus on follow-up for +2d6 damage.
Erithmu 03-29-07, 11:30 PM	Arden is quick to get in and dislodge the Elan from his feet. The Elan casts again rolling on the ground to dodge the attacks and Arden's Guisarme begins to crack, Focusing some of his energy he fights the magic of the Elan and the Guisarme holds together if just barely. The Priest then stands which draws another gash across his side. Round 3 Arden - Charge Touch (touch 26 Trip: 22vs 7 Follow 16 vs Prone dmg 16) Elan - Shatter (Fort 19 dmg 19/2 = 9), Stand (AoO:23 dmg 11 Arden 32/32 AC 21 PP 3/7 (FS) (DP +2) (SE 4) Elan xx-27/xx AC??
Zevox 03-29-07, 11:44 PM	Arden sweeps his blade back and extends his left hand, which glows slightly with psychic energy as he watches for a chance to hit his opponent while he tries to cast spell. Ready a crystal shard (2pp + 2 surge) vs casting. BTW, from the rolls, it looks like Arden is owed +1 damage to each of those from SE.
Erithmu 03-29-07, 11:57 PM	The Elan stares down the palm of Arden. It appears that the training is yours. Arden holds his focus, and the Elan begins to cast after a second, the shards fly from Arden's hand and the Elan is knocked unconscious. Arden watches for a moment and then Imahnd appears again from the shadows clanking in his full plate. He will no remember this, and continue to serve. A true priest of Dispater appeared in robes, the Elan is stabilized and then dragged away. Your training begins now, you may rest upstairs, tomorrow will be difficult. Round 4: Arden 5ft step back (readies) Elan casts (Ready:29 dmg11 E: no) Arden 32/32 AC 21 PP 3/7 (FS) (DP +2) (SE 4) Elan xx-Dead/xx AC??Elan Cleric 4/Ftr 1 Domains: Evil, Destruction hp 32 F1: PA 1,3: Psi Weap, Imp Sunder S15+1,W14,C13,D12,I10,Ch8-2 1 Pro. Good, SoF, M. Weap, Sanc, CLW 2 Shatter, Hold person, aid, CMW Breastplate 200 MW Gsword 350 MW CLbow 700 P: Bulls 300 Skills: Conc, K(psi) x2, K(his)
Zevox 03-30-07, 12:09 AM	Arden nods, returning his guisarme to the sheath across his back. "Nothing less would suffice for those who would serve the Iron Lord on this world and in Hell both. I look forward to it." Thanks a lot for running this :) (heh, things go so fast when both QL and player can be on at the same time).