Session Log 5/28/2000 Log
-- Start log: Sunday, May 28, 2000 9:18:15 am LunaSoft MOO time --
GM says, "*** START SESSION ***"
Caralchis has arrived.
GM says, "ok, when we left off last week, the group of you had just discovered a trail leading into the forest out of a clearing by the main road"
Caralchis says, "heh, I stayed up way too late reading back issues of pyramid..."
GM says, "hello there, damon... that's ok, we just now started"
GM says, "present are the 6 PCs, plus Godefridel and Gamerus"
Renard looks to Godefridel, for some words of wisdom...
John says, "Johan falls in line with his spot in the MO, following Renard's lead as he catches back up"
GM says, "[Godefridel] hmmm, wow, i sure didn't see this before. we just stopped here and had our midday meal."
Renard [to John]: use ':falls in line...' to say that without 'saying' that
Bodoni says, "::peers around the trail area carefully::"
GM says, "it's just a slightly open space leading into the forest"
Renard [to GM]: you'll want to remind us about the time of day, the weather, etc
GM says, "the sun is just past the zenith and it's a warm, humid spring day"
Bodoni says, "::keeps a comforting hand on the mace's handle::"
GM says, "the bright sunshine is making the damp from last night's storm into steaminess"
Renard says, "...well, let's run down the path a bit and see if there's any evidence of Godefridel's mischief-maker"
GM says, "since Garomach isn't here, one of you should really sort of lead the group"
GM says, "Caralchis would make the most sense, being Garomach's good buddy"
Renard looks to Caralchis and nods
Caralchis indicates they should ride down the trail slowly
Renard [to all] silence = consent to the leader's decisions
GM says, "[Godefridel] this is out of my league... do you think there might be fighting?"
Bodoni says, "Right, then.. let's go."
Caralchis says, "what happens, happens"
Renard [to Godefridel]: Johan will watch over you.
Bodoni says, "IF we find him.. ::said to Godefridel::"
GM says, "same riding order as before?"
Joseph says, "yes"
Bodoni says, "(Sure)"
Renard says, "doesn't that put Corin in front? ;)"
GM says, "reminder: Corin, Joseph/Bodoni, Godefridel, Caralchis, Renard/Johan, Gamerus"
GM says, "corin always likes the point"
GM says, "godefridel moves back to behind caralchis"
GM says, "you begin riding down the trail. it winds through the forest for some time, heading generally east"
GM says, "The forest is primarily deciduous trees and the hills are gently rolling and the land rises slowly."
Bodoni says, "::keeping an eye out for anything odd::"
GM says, "The birds are singing in the trees as the wilderness continues to wake from its winter slumber, and you can hear small animals dashing through the underbrush to either side of you as you ride."
GM says, "you don't see or hear any sign of other humans anywhere"
Joseph looks back at Godefridel. What's his reaction to all of this?
Bodoni says, "::furrows his brow::"
GM says, "godefridel is nervously following everyone"
GM says, "he's sweating profusely and drinking often from his water skin"
Joseph turns around again
John says, "Johan seems amazing unconcerned (or unaware) of the potential danger, you aren't sure which."
GM says, "you've ridden for nearly two hours when you hear the faint lowing of cattle in the distance"
Renard tries to judge the distance
Renard also thinks about where we are relative to nearby farms
Bodoni says, "::perks up at the sound:: Finally, perhaps we've chanced upon a break."
GM says, "perhaps a few hundred yards? you don't really know."
Renard [to GM]: is that the results of my Hearing roll, or a function of the facts of the situation?
GM says, "relative to nearby farms - it doesn't seem very close to the edge of the forest"
GM [to Renard]: i can't really tell you that, can i?
Renard says, "well, let's ride up -- the cows aren't going to run off. "
GM says, "you can only see maybe 200 yards into the forest - it's pretty dense and hilly"
Caralchis says, "Let's all try and be quiet, and be on our guards. We may have finally found something useful."
John says, "I'm missing something.... are the MOOs coming from the forest or outside the forest?"
GM says, "[Godefridel] what is that sound?"
Bodoni says, "::keeps a close hand to the mace, and a steady hold on the horses reigns::"
GM [to John]: they're coming from in front of you
John sighs.
John says, "and that would be..... towards the forest or not towards the forest?"
GM says, "[Godefridel, to Caralchis] if we're trying to be quiet, shouldn't we dismount?"
GM [to John]: you're IN the forest
John nods.
John smiles.
Caralchis says, "That had crossed my mind, what does everyone else think?"
Renard [to John]: ...and so the sounds are further into the forest, I suppose.
Bodoni says, "What did you hear, quickly? ::to Godefridel::"
Renard says, "Let's just ride up to them - we're not any of us skillful stalkers"
John says, "Johan grumbles at his brothers impulsiveness."
GM says, "[Godefridel, to Bodoni] sounds like cattle mooing or something, do you hear it?"
Renard [to John]: again, the ':' is useful
Bodoni says, "They won't be able to leave without leaving behind their thefts anyway."
Renard says, "let's put it this way: if anyone there is on their own horses, don't you also want to be mounted?"
John says, "well, it's not like were going to spook the cows"
John says, "Johan looks confused. I don't know."
GM says, "[Godefridel] i wish i was sitting in the Marava at Oresticum, drinking some fine Spanish wine right now..."
John says, "Johan winks at Renard."
Bodoni says, "::sighs to Godefreidel:: Yes.. I do."
Renard moves up to the front with Johan, seeing that Godefridel is sticking to Caralchis for protection
Bodoni says, "::moves his horse in front of Joseph's position::"
Renard [to Caralchis]: Shall we move ahead, sir?
Bodoni says, "::waits::"
Caralchis says, "aye"
John says, "Johan goes on with Renard, focusing in on the sounds"
Renard moves ahead, not going particularly slowly, since we're not that quiet anyhow
GM says, "ok, you ride ahead, and presently see the sun gleaming through the trees: there is a large clearing ahead"
GM says, "it's relatively flat and grassy... you can't make out many details from here, but you can see it through the trees ahead"
Renard we proceed, and if the clearing is empty, will size it up and look quickly for any signs of camp or such
GM says, "the trail appears to reach the clearing about 80 yards ahead"
John says, "let's approach the edge of the clearing"
GM says, "you ride along the trail until you reach the edge of the clearing"
GM says, "at this point you may wish to point your browsers here:"
GM says, "http://www.lunasoft.com/gurps/twilight/campsite.JPG"
GM says, "it's case sensitive, don't forget!"
GM says, "let me know when you've all had a look"
Caralchis says, "the trail is hte little break in the trees on the lieft, right?"
GM says, "right"
Joseph says, "sees it"
Caralchis says, "any cattle?"
Renard [to GM]: my connection is superslow.
John has disconnected.
Bodoni says, "(I've got it)"
GM says, "there are three bonfires in the clearing, none of them currently lit"
John has connected.
Renard taps Johan, to bring his daydreaming mind back to earth
John sighs.
John says, "stupid AOL"
GM says, "there are several cattle quietly chewing the grass in a clump near the northern edge of the clearing"
John says, "dropped me when I tried to change websites to look at the map"
John says, "following renard until i get the map"
GM says, "for scale, the clearing is roughly 50 yards in diameter"
John says, "nevermind..."
John sighs.
GM says, "there are 6 tents in two groups of three, each group surrounding a campfire"
GM says, "one fire is lit, one not lit, and there are 7 men sitting around the lit one."
GM says, "they've noticed you and jump up"
John says, "what's that map url again"
GM says, "http://www.lunasoft.com/gurps/twilight/campsite.JPG"
Bodoni says, "(what are the little astericks, GM?)"
GM says, "those are the bonfires... or really just piles of charred wood at the moment"
Bodoni says, "(ah, okay. thanks.)"
Renard says, "there could be more in the tents. "
John says, "damn worthless aol. I've got it right but Its not connecting"
GM says, "there's also a woodpile between you and the tents... that's the little dark line by one of the trees"
Renard [to GM]: what are the fellows wearing, and what is their demeanor [mine is "gruff" ;)]
Renard [to GM]: how many cows/
GM says, "their demeanor is 'surprised'"
Bodoni says, "::staring at the men, one hand near my mace as a warning::"
GM says, "afk for a minute"
John says, "Johan dismounts"
John says, "can anyone email the map to jnzl@aol.com"
Renard holds Johan a moment
John grins.
John says, "do we recognize any of the cows?"
Joseph says, "(i'll email the map)"
Renard [to GM] can I click you on verbose mode? ;)
GM says, "sorry about that... i'm back"
GM says, "[Godefridel, whispering to Caralchis] look! that one, i know that one! that's treverus, the man who stole my ring!"
Renard overhears the loud whisper, and attempts to determine which one (perhaps from the earlier description)
GM says, "the one he's pointing to is a big man, missing his left ear"
John says, "I'm still awaiting the map"
GM says, "the men are all wearing leather, no caps or helmets, and have swords at their sides"
John says, "how many are there (outside of tents)?"
GM says, "there are 7 of them"
John nods.
GM says, "you haven't seen any coming out of the tents"
John says, "Johan tries for some time to determine if there are more of them than us."
GM says, "Treverus speaks a few words which you can't make out and all of the men begin to approach cautiously"
John says, "finally, in disgust, he gives up"
Renard [to GM]: leather torsos, or arms/legs? how many cows, fer crissake?
GM says, "more cows than you have fingers, i'm afraid, renard"
Renard [to John]: fer crissake, use the ':'
GM injects renard with tranquilizers
GM says, "just leather torso armor"
Renard [to GM]: weaponry?
Bodoni says, "(swords, right?)"
John nods.
John looks enlightening
John says, "shields?"
GM says, "no shields"
John grins.
GM says, "they're walking towards you, hands on swords"
GM says, "but still sheathed"
John says, "Johan, seeing the threatening gesture, very casually unloads his Mace from the horse."
Bodoni says, "::motions to the cattle harshly, then back to our group::"
GM says, "Treverus speaks Latin with a thick accent"
Caralchis puts his hand on his own sword
John rests the head on the ground in a non-threatening manner.
Bodoni says, "::putting his hand on the mace::"
GM says, "[Treverus] can we help you?"
Renard dismounts
John says, "for those of us who know some Latin (what's he saying!)"
Bodoni says, "::Bodoni dismounts::"
Renard closes the gap to 10 yards
John sticks right next to Renard
GM says, "ok, we need to go in some order at this point, or it's going to get confusing"
Caralchis says, "he's speaking vulgar latin right?"
Bodoni says, "::Glances to joseph, now and again::"
GM says, "right"
Renard [to GM]: Renard/John, Bodoni/Joseph, Caralchis, others
John nods.
John is following Renard's lead in a non-threatening manner but with Mace in hand.
Joseph says to Trev. 'this man' (motions to Godfridel) 'says he knows you'
Caralchis will unobtrusively translate for our non-latin friends. Who are you all by thr way?
GM says, "Godefridel is pale and sweating"
GM says, "you all speak latin, so no translation is necessary"
Caralchis says, "gotcha"
GM says, "[Treverus, peering at Godefridel] him?"
Joseph says to Trev. 'he says you met a few days ago. in a clearing by the road"
Bodoni says, "He also identified you by your injury ::motioned to his missing ear::"
GM says, "[Treverus] sure, i've met him"
GM says, "[Godefridel] you stole what's rightfully mine! i must have it back!"
Joseph says to Trev. 'this man mentioned something about a ring..."
Renard is ready to ready his flail
GM says, "Treverus looks sort of confused at this."
Joseph says to Trev. 'as you can see, he wants the ring returned.'
Bodoni says, "Aye, indeed he does. ::nods::"
GM says, "Treverus motions to one of his men, who comes over to him. They hold a whispered consultation."
Bodoni says, "::frowns at that::"
GM says, "the other man nods once, turns and jogs back towards the tents"
John wants to go check out some of the cows.
John says, "We don't recognize ANY of them?"
GM says, "[Treverus] i don't know about a ring. where did you say you all were from again?"
Joseph turns to Godfriedel, remind us what this ring looks like
GM says, "any of which? the cows or the men?"
John says, "the cows"
GM [to John]: you can see some familiar brands on a few of the cows that are turned right
GM says, "[Godefridel] these men are from Praesus, and we'll take it back by force if we have to!"
Bodoni says, "Keep your temper, man! ::to Godefridel::"
Renard - when Johan assures me that the cows are ours, I size up the distance from the enemy, so I have time to ready my flail
GM says, "the other man jogs right through the camp, passes under a couple of trees and into the small clearing behind"
Renard - with Johan, we begin to flank the campsite to the north, between them and the cows, and to get a look aroun into the smaller clearing (or at the | behind the tree in the middle
Bodoni says, "::discretly readies his mace::"
John tries to look intimidating.
GM says, "three of the men with Treverus walk with Renard and Johan, keeping between you and the campsite"
GM says, "but staying about 10 yards away. their swords are out if your weapons are readied."
Renard [to GM]: we're not approaching, just getting a better sight angle
Bodoni says, "::keeps a steady eye on Treverus::"
Renard [to GM]: we're not readied, only ready to ready
Bodoni says, "(same here... ready to ready..)"
Joseph says, "says to Treverus, these cows belong to other farmers, what know you of all this?"
GM says, "[Treverus, to Joseph] your men are all here to recover a ring for this man?"
GM says, "you hear hoofbeats and see the man who had jogged away riding hard south into the forest"
Joseph says, "(to Treverus)we were looking for cattle, he asked us to help with the ring. How do you know him?"
GM says, "[Treverus, looking suspicious] so you're here to get your cattle back, is that it?"
John says, "Yep!"
Joseph says, "correct"
GM says, "[Treverus] i'm afraid i can't allow that. they're ours."
Bodoni says, "::tightly coiled, and very on edge at this activity::"
John says, "Now, why don't you make like a tree and leave."
Bodoni says, "We beg to differ, lad."
GM [to Bodoni]: treverus is an older guy, btw, craggy-faced like you
Joseph puts hand on sword. to Treverus, 'there will be bloodshed if you don't explain yourself
GM [to Bodoni]: sorry i didn't mention that before
Bodoni says, "(delete 'lad' reference, then.)"
GM says, "[Treverus, drawing his sword] i don't want to have to teach you a lesson, boy"
Renard - we shouldn't wait too long for their reinforcements.
John agrees
Joseph draws sword
Bodoni says, "::warning tone:: Joseph... ::interposes self::"
GM says, "the two men near treverus draw their swords as well"
Renard shouts "One last F-ing chance, or the strength of Garomach and his loyal henchmen will bring the punishment of God onto your heads
Bodoni says, "(Probably not) ;D)"
Renard readies and attacks
Caralchis draws his sword
Joseph says to Trev. 'return what you have stolen and no one has to be hurt
John readies and attacks, aiming at the torso (renard's target at 2 hex range)
Bodoni says, "::readies his mace, targeting Treverus::"
GM says, "ok, here's the way this is going to happen"
GM says, "since i don't have a hex map (at least not for you all), i'm going to start each round by describing what's going on"
GM says, "you tell me what you do one at a time. when you're all done, i'll tell you what happens. they we start the next round."
GM says, "ok?"
Joseph says, "fine"
Renard - unfortunately, I now have to leave. [recall that I'm on vacation and wasn't supposed to be here] But I will attack each one, moving to a new target after a solid hit on each one. Will mesh tactics with Johan
Bodoni says, "(alright)"
Renard - after the fight, Corin should take off quickly to inform Garomach
Renard - have fun, and make it bloody
Renard has disconnected.
GM says, "now renard and johan, with corin tagging along, are a few yards northeast of the others, with three bandits about 10 yards away"
GM says, "joseph, bodoni, and caralchis face treverus and two bandits"
GM says, "gamerus is hanging back, holding a shortsword"
GM says, "godefridel has a knife and is hanging way back"
GM says, "renard charges"
GM says, "johan?"
John says, "I assume Renard is attacking and defending (wild swinging if mor ethan 1 hex)"
John says, "or he is AOA at +4 to hit"
GM says, "renard is getting within range... he's 10 yards away right now"
GM says, "you all are"
John says, "for myself, I am right behind him, striking from 2 hexes at +4 to hit"
John says, "(i assume noone is attacking me)"
John says, "charges implies more than 1 hex per turn"
GM says, "right, he's covering half the distance in the first turn"
The housekeeper arrives to cart Renard off to bed.
John says, "then I am too at 2 hex range...you got the ida"
John says, "idea"
John says, "shall we roll something?"
Caralchis moves into range and attacks the nearest bandit
Bodoni says, "::Bodoni takes a low swing with his mace, targetting Treverus' legs::"
GM says, "corin runs forward with his sword out"
GM says, "joseph?"
GM says, "what's your weapon, caralchis?"
Joseph follows Bodoni's lead and swings at the third bandit
Caralchis says, "spatha"
GM says, "ok, johan, roll to hit"
GM says, "sometime today, johan"
John says, "remind me the command please"
GM says, "[roll with dice]"
John rolls 3 + 0.
Result [6 6 4] = 16 + 0 = 16.
GM says, "missed"
John says, "hit exactly with +4 to hit"
John sighs.
GM says, "oh yes, hit exactly, sorry didn't see the AOA"
Bodoni says, "(AOA?)"
GM says, "all out attack"
Bodoni says, "(Ah)"
GM says, "and your using what, johan?"
GM says, "you're"
John says, "3d mace"
John says, "do we roll damage?"
GM says, "the bandit tries to dodge but you hit him anyway"
GM says, "so roll damage"
John rolls 3 + 0.
Result [3 4 1] = 8 + 0 = 8.
John sighs.
John says, "knockbock?"
GM says, "solid hit! he's hurt"
GM says, "however, his attack hits you"
John says, "from 2 hexes and past renard?"
John says, "okey dokey"
GM says, "you wear any armor, johan?"
John says, "leather torso only"
John says, "i was thinking 1 hex knockback would keep him from getting to me"
GM says, "he steps and attacks, so he's at one hex when he swings at you"
GM says, "everything happens simultaneously, as you know"
John says, "fair enough.... damage?"
GM says, "anyway, you take 1 point of damage in the side"
GM says, "uh oh"
John says, "no problem. no I'm mad"
John says, "howd renard do?"
John says, "no=now"
GM says, "checking renard now"
GM says, "renard hits his opponent with a crushing blow."
GM says, "but also takes a minor cut from the bandit's sword"
GM says, "rolling for corin"
Joseph walks up the stairs, and you can't help but watch jealously.
Joseph has arrived.
GM says, "corin chops viciously into the bandit he is fighting"
John says, "I'm a wee bit confused. I was attacking Renard's opponent."
John says, "are we fighting 2 different bandits?"
GM says, "i thought you were, sorry"
GM says, "you and renard sent me a lot of instructions... keep it simpler and i'll remember it better"
GM says, "corin's opponent swings but fails to connect"
GM says, "joseph, roll to hit"
Joseph rolls 3 + 0.
Result [6 1 1] = 8 + 0 = 8.
Bodoni says, "(nice roll, Joseph. :D)"
Joseph says, "thanks, Dad :-)"
GM says, "you hit him, roll damage"
Joseph rolls 1 + 2.
Result [6] = 6 + 2 = 8.
GM says, "i've gotta get new dice for the PCs, this is ridiculous! :)"
Joseph says, "oh! I really did hit him!"
GM says, "ok, joseph, he hit you as well, but you get to make a defense"
Joseph says, "sorry. don't undersand, what do you need me to do?"
GM says, "since you don't have a shield, you can either Dodge or Parry"
Joseph says, "dodge"
GM says, "ok, roll against an 8"
Joseph rolls 1 + 0.
Result [2] = 2 + 0 = 2.
GM says, "3d :)"
Joseph says, "sorry"
Joseph rolls 3 + 0.
Result [3 2 1] = 6 + 0 = 6.
Bodoni says, "(Coolness..)"
GM says, "the bandit swings at joseph, who ducks out of the way just at the last minute"
GM says, "caralchis, your turn"
Caralchis says, "btw, are we using the shield damage rules?"
GM says, "i'm using the Quality house rules from my website"
Caralchis rolls 3 + 0.
Result [4 3 6] = 13 + 0 = 13.
Caralchis says, "i think i hit"
GM says, "you hit, and the bandit doesn't defend"
GM says, "roll damage, but please don't kill my poor defenseless bandit :)"
Caralchis rolls 1 + 2.
Result [4] = 4 + 2 = 6.
Bodoni says, "(LOL!)"
GM says, "you give him a good chop in the ribs"
GM says, "and the bumbling idiot swings at you and misses by a mile"
GM says, "i swear someone came in and reprogrammed my dice!"
GM says, "bodoni, go - you're aiming at Treverus' legs"
Bodoni says, "(yes)"
GM says, "that's a -2"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [3 3 2] = 8 + 0 = 8.
Bodoni says, "(yipee! Did I hit?)"
GM says, "that's a hit! but treverus nimbly dodges out of the way of your mace"
Bodoni says, "(darn!)"
Caralchis says, "sigh... waste of a good roll..."
GM says, "and returns his swing to hit you... roll a defense"
Bodoni says, "(Is dodge my best defense?)"
GM says, "definitely... target is 9"
Bodoni says, "(okay, I'll dodge)"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [5 4 3] = 12 + 0 = 12.
Bodoni says, "(Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!)"
Joseph says, "Dad!..?"
GM says, "ouch... he hit you pretty good... what's your torso DR?"
Bodoni says, "(Um... isn't metal armor like 4 dr?)"
Bodoni says, "(it says 4 DR in the book. Metal scale)"
GM says, "actually, this is my mistake... we never cleared up your armor situation"
Bodoni says, "(you said last game it was scale torso armor)"
GM says, "true, using the scale rules on my website"
Bodoni says, "(Ahhhh... I see.)"
GM says, "right, PD3/DR4, ok"
GM says, "you take 3 points of damage then"
Bodoni says, "::jerks back from the fierce blow:: "Urg...""
GM says, "the sword blade cuts through your armor and gashes you deeply in the chest below the left shoulder"
GM says, "the situation right now:"
GM says, "five of the bandits are staggering, and treverus yells something in a language you don't understand"
GM says, "they all retreat a step"
Joseph says, "to Treverus, "give up?"
John follows along with the group tactics
Bodoni says, "::shakes his head to clear it, and tries to focus past the bitting pain::"
Joseph says, "(to GM) What's Treverus' expression/body language?"
GM [to Joseph]: treverus looks ready to press his attack on bodoni
GM says, "let's go one at a time"
GM says, "johan?"
Bodoni says, "::sneers back at Treverus::"
GM says, "johan waits and watches the group"
GM says, "renard also doesn't attack, but watches to see what will happen"
GM says, "corin presses his attack"
GM says, "joseph?"
Joseph says, "(to GM) the bandit in front of me backed off?"
GM says, "he retreated a step and is bleeding badly"
GM says, "he's staggering"
Joseph says, "can I wait and see what happens with Bodoni/Treverus before attacking?"
GM says, "nope, everything happens simultaneously... this is the best way i can simulate it"
Joseph says, "ok, I swing at the staggering bandit"
Joseph rolls 3 + 0.
Result [2 6 6] = 14 + 0 = 14.
GM says, "caralchis?"
GM says, "wait, we resolve combat after everyone says what they're going to do"
Caralchis says, "How's my bandit doing?"
GM says, "he's hurt and also retreated"
Caralchis says, "I'll attack him again"
GM says, "bodoni? note that you have -3 due to pain"
Bodoni says, "You will regret your actions, swine! ::swings at Treverus' torso::"
GM says, "ok, now on to the resolution stage"
GM says, "johan and renard stand menacingly in front of the bandits, but they cower and hold up their swords weakly"
GM says, "he connects again"
GM says, "but doesn't do much"
GM says, "joseph, roll your attack"
Joseph rolls 3 + 0.
Result [3 2 1] = 6 + 0 = 6.
GM says, "gamerus also runs forward to attack joseph's bandit, btw"
Bodoni says, "(Wow!)"
Joseph says, "roll damage?"
GM says, "you hit him, roll damage"
Joseph rolls 1 + 2.
Result [4] = 4 + 2 = 6.
Joseph says, "if he swings at me, I dodge"
GM says, "between you and gamerus, the bandit goes down, bleeding everywhere"
GM says, "he wasn't trying to attack you this round"
GM says, "too much pain from the previous round!"
GM says, "caralchis, roll to hit"
Caralchis rolls 3 + 0.
Result [1 1 6] = 8 + 0 = 8.
GM says, "you swing well, but the bandit manages to jump out of the way as he retreats"
Caralchis says, "awwww"
GM says, "bodoni, your move"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [2 2 5] = 9 + 0 = 9.
GM says, "caralchis, your bandit didn't attack you either"
John says, "I'll be afk for a few. Renard and I will relax if not further attacked."
GM says, "you hit him, bodoni"
Bodoni says, "(Yippee!)"
Bodoni rolls 1 + 5.
Result [6] = 6 + 5 = 11.
GM says, "instead of 1d+5, make it 2d+1"
Bodoni says, "(that's mace damage..)"
Bodoni says, "(Oh.. Okay)"
GM says, "i reduce +4 to 1d and +7 to 2d"
Bodoni rolls 2 + 1.
Result [4 6] = 10 + 1 = 11.
GM says, "hehe"
Caralchis says, "heh"
Bodoni says, "(coolness!)"
Joseph says, "nice one, dad"
GM says, "roll a defense"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [1 2 4] = 7 + 0 = 7.
GM says, "made it, but next time tell me what defense you are making and THEN roll"
Bodoni says, "(Oh, sorry...)"
Bodoni says, "(will do, GM.)"
John says, "are we just killing everyone?"
GM says, "you deal treverus a crushing blow, and he falls back stumbling"
Bodoni says, "::bolstered by this reversal of fortune::"
GM says, "ok, next round"
GM says, "you guys are doing well, obviously"
Joseph is suddenly ashamed to have attacked a non-threatening opponent
Bodoni says, "(too bad we're gonna get wiped when reinforcements arrive. ;D)"
GM says, "next round"
GM says, "the bandit who was fighting johan rushes over towards corin"
GM says, "the one fighting renard is still acting dazed, holding his sword before him and retreating again"
GM says, "treverus yells again and the he and the one still standing by him turn and start back towards camp"
GM says, "treverus is limping pretty badly, but the one fighting caralchis can run"
GM says, "i'll go in reverse order this time"
GM says, "(i really should do it randomly each time)"
GM says, "bodoni, you first"
Bodoni says, "(How's Treverus look? In bad shape?)"
GM says, "really bad shape. there's blood all over the side of his armor."
GM says, "and he's turning away from you to run away"
Bodoni says, "::calls out:: Stop right there. Surrender and stand down, thief! Or the next blow will be a fatal one!"
GM says, "caralchis?"
Caralchis calls, "this fight is ours. Surrender." and follows after the bandit running from him
GM says, "joseph?"
Joseph says, "can I just stay I am this turn?"
Joseph says, "stay *where* I am"
GM says, "you can wait, sure"
Joseph says, "Ill do that"
Bodoni says, "(Oh, GM? Did the wound Bodoni took take into account the character's toughness?)"
GM [to Bodoni]: yep!
Bodoni says, "(whoa..;D Okay then. :D)"
GM [to Bodoni]: combat is deadly in GURPS
Bodoni says, "(i can see that. One good mace blow settles a fight. :D)"
GM says, "renard steps forward to intercept the bandit moving towards corin"
GM says, "corin aims for his opponents weapon arm"
GM says, "johan?"
GM says, "johan stands around again, wondering what is going on now that his opponent isn't attacking him"
GM says, "corin misses"
GM says, "renard swings wildly at the bandit johan had been fighting and misses. the bandit doesn't swing back."
GM says, "next round"
GM says, "treverus stops and drops his sword, and the bandit caralchis is chasing keeps running"
GM says, "the three fighting renard, johan and corin start to run as well, as best they can"
GM says, "bodoni, we're back to you"
Bodoni says, "::crosses the distance to Treverus, and picks up the sword, after ordering him to kneel down::"
GM says, "caralchis?"
Caralchis Comes up beside Bodoni
GM says, "joseph?"
Joseph walks to Treverus, 'Now, about that ring...
Bodoni says, "And that cattle."
GM says, "corin yells some profanities at the bandits"
GM says, "johan? are you still awake?"
Bodoni says, "(I think he said he would be afk's for a bit?)"
Bodoni says, "(said he wouldn't attack bandits if they didn't do anything to him, or Renard)"
GM says, "just making sure... ok, renard gathers johan and corin and they start back towards the main group"
GM says, "[Gamerus] did you see that? i took that guy down myself!"
GM says, "[Godefridel] now maybe i will get what is mine"
Bodoni says, "::gives Gamerus a slight nod, with a slightly ragged breath:: Aye."
GM says, "Treverus ignore Joseph's question about the ring"
GM says, "and also Bodoni's statement about the cattle"
GM says, "but he does kneel down and puts his hands behind his back"
GM says, "can we all go another 15 minutes? i'd like to try and wrap this up... i know it's noon right now..."
Caralchis says, "fine with me"
Joseph says, "ok"
Bodoni says, "(Sure, but after that I must leave.)"
Caralchis says, "anyone have any rope?"
GM says, "ok, so four bandits have run off, one lies unconscious, and Treverus is kneeling in front of Bodoni"
Joseph says, "should we pat him down for concealed weapons, certain bits of jewelery belonging to other people, etc.?"
GM says, "Caralchis and Joseph and the NPCs are standing next to Bodoni, and the others are approaching"
Bodoni says, "Someone should search the tents. I'll take care of Treverus"
Joseph says, "I'll go check the tents, anyone want to come with me?"
Joseph says, "(to Caralchis) maybe we can find some rope"
Bodoni says, "That's a good idea, Joseph. See what you and Caralchis can scape up, eh?"
GM says, "corin offers to go with joseph"
Joseph checks the tents
Caralchis follows Joseph to the tents
GM says, "what are you doing, bodoni?"
Bodoni says, "::starts to check Treverus for anything on his person::"
GM says, "[Gamerus] smells like they were cooking something when we arrived"
GM says, "he wanders off to find food"
Bodoni says, "::perks up at Gamerus' words as I search:: really, now?"
GM says, "when you approach, Treverus pulls a knife and screams "you won't take me alive!""
Bodoni says, "::grabs for his hand::"
Joseph runs back to Treverus and Bodoni
GM says, "uh oh, this is bad"
Bodoni says, "Oh no you don't!"
GM says, "critical success as Treverus stabs Bodoni"
Bodoni says, "(what!!? Arrrgh! ;D)"
GM says, "you get no defense, but lucky for you the critical hit does no special effect"
Bodoni says, "(So, where'd he stab me?)"
GM says, "he hit you in the leg for 2 points of damage"
Bodoni says, "(Can I counter attack?)"
GM says, "you were surprised, but you can try to recover next round"
Bodoni says, "(I've got that bloodlust disad. wouldn't it be in character?)"
GM says, "sure, but you can't attack while mentally stunned"
Bodoni says, "(okay, I understand. :D)"
GM says, "caralchis, joseph and corin hear the scream but are several seconds away even at top running speed"
Bodoni says, "(How'd he mentally stun me BTW?)"
Caralchis says, "Johan's still near Traverus, isn't he?"
GM says, "i treat surprise as equivalent to mental stun"
Bodoni says, "(Ah. I see.)"
GM says, "johan and renard are still there, mouths agape"
GM says, "next round"
John has disconnected.
GM says, "treverus is going to try to tackle bodoni"
GM says, "renard readies his flail"
GM says, "johan is still dumbfounded"
GM says, "what do you do, bodoni"
Bodoni says, "Bastard! ::swings the mace at Treverus::"
GM says, "you recovered from surprise"
Bodoni says, "(so I can swing it?)"
GM says, "roll your attack at -2 to hit someone on the ground"
Bodoni says, "(okay)"
Bodoni rolls 3 + 0.
Result [1 1 6] = 8 + 0 = 8.
GM says, "note that you can all-out attack at +4 to hit if you like"
GM says, "you get no defense but your chance to hit is better... well nevermind :)"
Bodoni says, "(no.. this is fine)"
GM says, "you hit treverus"
GM says, "he wasn't trying to defend at all"
GM says, "roll damage"
Bodoni rolls 2 + 1.
Result [1 4] = 5 + 1 = 6.
GM says, "he dives at your legs as your blow hits him solidly in the back. the force of impact knocks you back, but he falls unconscious at your feet."
GM says, "*** END SESSION ***"
-- End log: Sunday, May 28, 2000 12:17:07 pm LunaSoft MOO time --