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DungeonMaster wrote:The Dungeon Corridor
You step into a dimly lit corridor carved from rough stone. The air is damp and carries a faint smell of mildew and something vaguely metallic. Torches flicker in sconces set irregularly along the walls, casting dancing shadows that play tricks on your eyes. Ahead, the corridor narrows slightly, and you can hear a faint, guttural chattering. As you round the bend, you see them: two goblins, small and green-skinned, clad in scavenged leather armor. They look surprised to see you, their beady eyes widening as they take in your group. One is scratching absently at his ear with a dirty fingernail, while the other sniffs at a piece of moldy bread in his hand. They are positioned roughly 30 feet away, near the narrowing of the corridor. The corridor ahead continues to the east, while behind you is the way you came.
What do you do?
Anya wrote:Anya, the fighter, steps forward, her hand resting on the hilt of her longsword. She squints at the goblins, trying to assess if they are going to be hostile or just startled. She will attempt to speak to them initially, but is ready for a fight if needed.
"Greetings, little ones," Anya says in a firm, clear voice, but making sure not to sound threatening. "We are merely passing through. Do you know what lies further down this passage?"
[dice]Perception Check: 1d20+2 = 15[/dice]
Borin wrote:Borin the dwarf grunts quietly, his hand instinctively moving to the holy symbol of Moradin at his neck. He keeps his warhammer ready, though he holds it loosely at his side for now. He lets Anya take the lead in diplomacy, but casts a wary eye over the goblins, noticing their gear and the cramped corridor around them. He's ready to defend the party if things turn sour quickly.
"Aye," Borin rumbles in a lower voice, "no need for trouble if it can be avoided, but be ready for it all the same."
[dice]Perception Check: 1d20+1 = 8[/dice]
Elara wrote:Elara the elf wizard, from the back of the group, peers intently at the goblins. She focuses on observing their body language, any weapons they might have readily accessible, and the general layout of the area. She subtly moves her fingers, preparing to cast a defensive spell if combat seems imminent, but trying to remain inconspicuous for now.
"Let's hope for the best, but prepare for the worst indeed," Elara murmurs, her eyes narrowed in concentration.
[dice]Perception Check: 1d20+3 = 17[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:The goblins react to Anya's words with a mix of confusion and alarm. The one who was scratching his ear drops his hand and his eyes dart nervously between Anya and his companion. The other goblin, still holding the moldy bread, sniffs the air, then looks at the bread, then back at Anya, seemingly unable to decide which is more interesting.
The goblin who was scratching his ear suddenly points a short, twig-like finger at Anya and begins to speak in a rapid, high-pitched, and rather unpleasant sounding language - Goblin!
You don't understand the words, but the tone is definitely not friendly. He gestures with his other hand towards the bread, then towards you, then back down the corridor, as if trying to tell you something while chattering away. The other goblin finally drops his bread (which bounces unappetizingly on the stone floor) and reaches behind him. He pulls out a crude shortbow, already strung and ready. The first goblin does the same, revealing a similar shortbow. They both take a step back, leveling their bows somewhat clumsily at your party.
It seems talking is over!
Roll for Initiative!
Anya wrote:Well, that escalated quickly! Anya draws her longsword smoothly from its scabbard, the polished steel glinting in the torchlight. She shifts her stance, placing herself between the goblins and her companions.
"Looks like they prefer arrows to conversation!" she calls back to Borin and Elara, her voice now edged with steel.
[dice]Initiative Roll: 1d20+1 = 12[/dice]
Borin wrote:Borin curses under his breath in Dwarvish. "Filthy greenskins!" he mutters, hefting his warhammer. The holy symbol on his chest glows faintly as he channels a quick prayer for guidance in the coming fight. He moves to stand beside Anya, ready to engage the goblins with his hammer.
[dice]Initiative Roll: 1d20+0 = 5[/dice]
Elara wrote:"As predicted," Elara says with a sigh, though there's a hint of excitement in her voice. She quickly mutters a few arcane words and gestures with her hands. A faint shimmer of magical energy surrounds her as she casts a protective spell. She prepares to unleash a more potent spell on the goblins once the opportunity arises.
[dice]Initiative Roll: 1d20+4 = 19[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:Okay, initiative rolls are in!
Order is: Elara (19), Anya (12), Dungeon Master (Goblins - average roll of 10 for simplicity), Borin (5).
Round 1 Begins!
Elara, you are first. What do you do?
Elara wrote:Elara, seeing the goblins ready to fire their bows, decides to act quickly and decisively. She points her finger at the closest goblin and unleashes a bolt of crackling energy.
"Wretched creatures! Taste the arcane fire!" she shouts in Elvish.
[dice]Attack Roll (Ray of Frost): 1d20+3 = 14[/dice]
[dice]Damage Roll (Ray of Frost): 1d3 = 2 cold damage[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:Elara's ray of frost streaks through the air and hits the goblin closest to her! He yelps as a patch of frost blooms on his already green skin.
Goblin 1 is hit and takes 2 cold damage! He shivers and looks even more annoyed.
Anya, you are next. What do you do?
Anya wrote:Anya, seeing Elara's spell strike true, charges forward towards the nearest goblin. She moves with practiced speed, closing the distance quickly and bringing her longsword up in a swift, powerful swing.
"For glory and honor!" Anya cries, her sword whistling through the air.
[dice]Attack Roll (Longsword): 1d20+3 = 18[/dice]
[dice]Damage Roll (Longsword): 1d8+1 = 6 slashing damage[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:Anya's charge is swift and accurate. Her longsword connects solidly with the same goblin Elara targeted! The goblin, already weakened by the cold, lets out a pained squeal as Anya's blade bites deep into his shoulder. He stumbles back, dropping his shortbow with a clatter.
Goblin 1 is hit and takes 6 slashing damage! Goblin 1 is looking very hurt!
Now it is the Goblins' turn. Since Goblin 1 is reeling from the attacks, Goblin 2 will act first. Goblin 2, what do you do? (Goblin 1 will act after Goblin 2 in initiative order for goblin side for this round).
Goblin 2, seeing his companion wounded, lets loose a hasty shot with his shortbow at Anya, who is now in melee range!
[dice]Goblin 2 Attack Roll (Shortbow): 1d20+1 = 9[/dice]
[dice]Goblin 2 Damage Roll (Shortbow): 1d6 = 3 piercing damage[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:The goblin's arrow flies towards Anya, but it's a rushed shot. The arrow glances harmlessly off Anya's armor with a clink, doing no damage.
Goblin 2 misses Anya!
Now Goblin 1's turn. He is wounded and disarmed (dropped his bow). He looks panicked and decides to try and flee deeper into the dungeon! He will attempt to move away.
Goblin 1 attempts to Disengage and Move action to flee East. (Disengage allows him to avoid attacks of opportunity).
Finally, Borin, it is your turn. What do you do?
Borin wrote:Borin, seeing one goblin already heavily wounded and trying to flee, and the other fumbling with his bow, decides to press the attack. He lumbers forward, his warhammer held high, targeting the goblin that is still standing and armed – Goblin 2!
"Moradin's wrath upon ye, greenskin!" Borin bellows, bringing his warhammer down in a powerful overhead swing.
[dice]Attack Roll (Warhammer): 1d20+2 = 22[/dice]
[dice]Damage Roll (Warhammer): 1d8+2 = 8 bludgeoning damage[/dice]
DungeonMaster wrote:Borin's warhammer strike is devastating! It connects squarely with Goblin 2, hitting him full force! The goblin, caught completely off guard by the dwarf's powerful swing, is sent flying backwards with a sickening crunch. He collapses to the ground in a heap, unmoving.
Goblin 2 is hit and takes 8 bludgeoning damage! Goblin 2 is DEAD!
Goblin 1 continues to flee down the corridor to the East. He makes it further down the passage and is now out of sight around the corner.
End of Round 1.
Combat continues, or what do you do next?
