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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 22, 2016 17:38:37 GMT
OK. Time to prepare an ambush for the Black Spears. I will let them "find" messages that offer badly guarded caravans, and once they got used to it, I will spring an ambush on them.
Also, I am waiting what happens when the king drinks the potion of "virility".
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Post by tmao on Oct 22, 2016 21:57:05 GMT
Ok your best "bait"" for the trap is easy to figure out,slaves, the Spears are big into freeing slaves(you are def getting an "LG" kinda banditry from them) They also have been stealing military supplies. Were going to "detail" out this fight in 2 min.(20 "rounds") rounds,1 need the following 1) Spell selection assume 5 first 3 second and 2 third, if you want to take the easy way out I just need the 3rds 2) approx kind of place for ambush(as detailed as you want to go into) 3) where you and the were leopards are (kinda assuming you are going to lead were leops from the back.) 4) You have 2 fourth L fighters who are capable of "Independent" thought. you have 2 more 4th L fighters that can lead charges but that's about it. 5) out of the 321 other troops about 50 are 2nd L fighters, normally they are just spread around.You can continue to do that. 6) you also have the third L thief and the now third L assasin is over his encounter w the Spear Leader Take your time with this, I'm in no hurry
at this point the only thing you know about the Black Spears is 1) They have shown reluctance to use violence 2) They have quite a few clerics(10-20) 3) the rumor is that many of them have magic swords and the body guards of the leader may be paladins
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 23, 2016 15:24:23 GMT
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Third level: Hold Person, Slow Second level: Stinking Cloud, Web, Invisibility First level: 2x Sleep, Enlarge, Burning Hands
2) A place with a river between Black Spear territory and the road. So, basically, that they need to cross the creek to escape. Plenty of high grass and bushes to hide my men in, but a larger clear area between road and caravan.
3 - 6) I will split my troops in three groups, about half of my normal men each led by the two "independent" fighters, who are assisted by the two other fourth level fighters. They are hidden among the grass. The two "charge only" fighters will lead the first attack with about 2/3 of the men from the flanks, the thinking leaders shall try to break through in the middle (like a wedge) once the fighting started (or order to change tactics if necessary).
I will myself stay with my wereleopard guard a bit ahead, rushing in to attack the enemy in the rear after the fight started, hoping to catch a bunch of their clerics (or the leader's bodyguard) unaware. I will concentrate my spells on clerics and bodyguards.
The assassin shall concentrate on the enemy leader, and try to assassinate him if at all possible.
The thief shall make himself as invisible as possible and carry news between me and my lieutenants, unless he can intercept hostile messengers.
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Post by tmao on Oct 23, 2016 17:38:56 GMT
OK we are gonna roll some dice we are gonna use D6 as that is what is sitting right next to me, feel free to just pick up a die and report it First roll is how close to your perfect spot you can find,D6 2nd roll is Initiative we are rolling D6s against each other you get +2 ,I get straight roll 3rd D6 is how well your men do in first round of combat and following plan this is unmodified for you and unknown modifier for me.
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 23, 2016 18:06:42 GMT
I will simply use the forums die roll feature:
1) kveZc3UF1-6
2) 3-8
3) 1-6 1-6·3-8·1-6
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Post by tmao on Oct 23, 2016 18:38:51 GMT
Ok you have the PERFECT spot for the ambush, The Black Spears fall for the trap, You spring the trap perfectly BUT The Spears are putting up a great deal of Trouble, your men are not doing so well But have the Spears trapped. The Leader and his 35 man bodyguard are holding back while a 8' foot tall Giant of a man leads the Spears. Some of the Spears are jumping into the river.all four of your 4th level fighters are headed toward the Giant.Your assassin is waiting for the Leader to engage,your Theif is standing by .
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 23, 2016 19:31:54 GMT
All right. Stinking Cloud spell on the enemy leader and his bodyguards, my wereleopards are to throw their spears once the spell takes effect. Afterwards, it is attacking people who try to escape the stinking cloud. My men are not to enter it. The thief should be at the ready to prevent the leader from fleeing.
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Post by tmao on Oct 23, 2016 19:44:36 GMT
The Stinking cloud is not having a lot of effect EXCEPT for the Leader who FAILED his save The Bodyguards surround him but are being whittled down by the were leopards, who are taking some casualties.The battle rages on elsewhere The 4 4th levels have decended on the Giant and a terrific fight is taking place as clerics heal the Giant. The battle is turning sharply against the Spears...... (remember using 2 min 20 round"rounds" so stinking cloud is over
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 23, 2016 20:04:18 GMT
A Sleep spell should give my assassin a chance to attack the leader. So, sleep spell on the far side of the fight (so that none of my men are affected). Then, the assassin is to sneak in.
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Post by tmao on Oct 24, 2016 10:38:34 GMT
A Sleep spell should give my assassin a chance to attack the leader. So, sleep spell on the far side of the fight (so that none of my men are affected). Then, the assassin is to sneak in. VICTORY!!!!!!!!!! EVIL HAS TRIUMPHED!!!!!!!! The puke covered Paladin dies choking on his own vomit!!!!! As word of their Leaders death spreads panic, fear and self preservation spread through the Spears. Many jump into the river and drown.Pockets of FIERCE resistance remain, most notably around the Giant, who is killing many of your men. You move closer to the Giant and cast Hold Person on him and he falls to your men. Victory is not without it's price, most notably your assassin is killed by the Leaders Bodyguard and one of the "charge" 4th L fighters was slain by the Giant, you have 250 men left, many are seriously wounded. You force a nearby village to take in your men.and rest for a week. While you are there word has come from the Capitol, The King has died under mysterious circumstances. The loot is only 1 +2 Spear and 5 +1 Spears, 1 +1 2 handed club(as great sword) and 3 +1 Shields It is April 1 and you have gained a Level! (Many (30) make second L(total of 80 after deaths), Both your 4th L Captains make 5th
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Post by tmao on Oct 24, 2016 11:57:55 GMT
I'd really would like to get one or two more of these going, I have LOTS of free time early AM EST to spend on this! Join the fun!!!!!!!!!!1 UNCLE TMAO WANTS YOU!!!!!!!!! Pretty much any sort of "Barony" would be fine, as you can see we are doing Bandits here, but Crusading Knights, Theives Guild ,an adventuring group that has inherited a Town or Castle. An elven or druid forest lord, gnomes w/ magic mecha!, as I said pretty much anything!
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 24, 2016 14:53:16 GMT
Blood drenched, I will hurry to the capital and show the merchant guild's the result of my victory, and the corpse of the dreaded (ahem) bandit leader, assuring them that they will be able to trade safely on my watch. Also expressing my concern with the war in the north, that hinders trade so much. Hopefully, a good leader will rise, and there will be no infighting with the princes.
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Post by tmao on Oct 26, 2016 11:47:31 GMT
The merchants receive you warmly but decorum forbids a large celebration(kings dead), but they do put on a small feast for you. The Queen has temp assumed power as the princes rush back to the capital (with their troops. Small skirmishes break out in the capital and surrounding area as the princes jockey for power. There is an assassination attempt on you( 3 thugs in the bathroom you easily dispatch) and the Black Spears Leader's body vanishes. The Queen sends a token gift ( a ring of wizardry that doubles your second L spells) but send s word she is too busy to see you. The east and west are breaking out in rebellion as the north settles down a bit. and a new Leader of The Black Spears has emerged, using the martyrdom of the old leader as a rallying cry. It is April 15th and your army rejoins you in the capital.
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 26, 2016 18:33:35 GMT
I need new members for the leopard guard. Urgently.
Also, I need to go north to reestablish the safety of trade routes. And prevent the army from getting horses. I will also send my thief to speak with the arabian horse importers to learn more about them.
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Post by tmao on Oct 27, 2016 13:10:04 GMT
How picky do you want to be about your recruiting for leopards? Gimme a 2 separate d6s
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Post by tmao on Oct 27, 2016 13:50:21 GMT
Let me be a little clearer on my thinking about this(Im still pretty sick so my thinking is a little fuzzy, low blood O2) It might be time to think about moving closer to "legitimacy". You could def do some good recruiting of 3rd and 4th sons of the merchant class. The average recruit is startiing to be hard to come by, what with all the turmoil. You may need to dip more into the "Neutral" gene pool. Only thing youd have to worry about would be if you wanna do some actual banditry. Rememeber even the merchant sons are going to be pro slavery and on the ruthless side, just not so lawless.. But if you want to leave your options of "ACTION" compleatly open you'll have to remain selective in who you get.
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 27, 2016 16:39:15 GMT
No, I do not want to do banditry. I plan to take over the kingdom, commiting robbery does not help in that regard. So, hiring 3rd and 4th sons to increase my numbers and to ... increase trade safety will do well.
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Post by tmao on Oct 28, 2016 11:13:46 GMT
Ok give me 3 d6s First for quantity of recruits second for quality and third for "specials"
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 28, 2016 11:50:13 GMT
Quantity DOJ|uOYG1-6
Quality 1-6
Specials 1-6 1-6·1-6·1-6
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Post by tmao on Oct 28, 2016 12:44:45 GMT
Ok specials first you can have one from each of the following two lists List one Warlord 3 Very weckless and ambitious, gets people killed but gets the job done independently Fighter 4 nothing fancy a rep;acement charge leader Witch doctor Cleric 2/wiz 2 very evil, not a leader but def a frountline guy
List 2 warlord 1, very young and untested Fighter 1/ wiz 1 Very smart but very cautious assassin 1 high quality beginner Thief 2
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 28, 2016 13:25:53 GMT
I will take the Assassin 1 from the second list (I need a good spy) and the Warlord 3 from the first list (he will be excellent if I need to wreak havoc somewhere).
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Post by tmao on Oct 28, 2016 14:25:17 GMT
Ok you recruit 50 men for your army and fill out your ranks with Leopards so you are at 335 ,You didnt need to make any compromises on "Ruthlessness" You still have loot from the Black Spears you have to distribute or sell. You also receive gifts from the merchants you are recruiting from, so we will do a money recap once you decide what you are going to keep and what you are going to sell. Did you keep any of The Black Spears as slaves?
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Post by tmao on Oct 28, 2016 15:05:53 GMT
This is all still happening in the first Half of April
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Post by kjatoragfoot on Oct 28, 2016 15:40:06 GMT
If I remember correctly, I only looted magical weapons from the Black Spears? I will distribute those among my leopard guard and the leveled fighters. Since I made an official parade with my victory, I cannot sell all prisoners as slaves, and will only take those that will fetch the best price. The others will be sent to court (and probably hanged).
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Post by tmao on Nov 1, 2016 11:49:12 GMT
(sorry for the pause) You are being courted by everyone for support for the throne, The princes, the army gen. the queen and others. The capital is awash w/minor skirmishes and gossip and rumors The army needs to split to cover the east and wast rebellions but Gen Masalaa will not split his forces and heads west. The horses have arrived and are safely in your hands along w/ the trainers and handlers(10 men 75 horses)
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