A Stench Most Foul
| A Stench Most Foul | |
|---|---|
| Date | 2024-02-01 |
| Storyteller | Slayzo |
| Tier | Master |
| Player Characters | Gwen, Orion, Aleth, Kali, Grist, Bodrukk |
| Rewards | 275 xp, 4k gold, Phylactery of Faithfulness, Bracers of Missile Deflection (greater), Clawed Bracers, Saint's balm x 3, Torrent Spellgun (moderate) x 2, Fairy Bullet x 4, Sampling Ammunition x 4, Blindpepper Tube, Dust of Disappearance x 3 |
| Result | Half-Success |
| Author | Gwenevere |
| Downtime | 3 days |
Log
We Associates were sent to continue clear out sections of swamps north of the city. Locals report creatures coming from the swamp and attacking nearby animals, leaving a horrible stench afterwards.
Upon arriving at the heart of the swamp, Aleth began to scout the area while Bodrukk and Grist further investigated the waters. Kali made attempts to search for magic while Orion and Gwen covered the grounds. The area appears to be a standard swamp, some parts of islands among the water. Nothing of interesting upon first inspection.
Bodrukk identifies tracks along the island, Orion was able to identify the tracks as belonging to a creature called a Catoblepas. A creature of filth that hides in large bodies of water and attempts to drown its victims. In preparation for this outcome, Orion casts Water Walk on the party while various members drink potions for fighting off diseases and poisons.
Stepping onto the nearby water, Grist alerts the creatures hiding underneath. The three monsters immediately burst forth and use their breath as a weapon against the gathered members.
Gwen falls victim to all three attacks alongside Grist who is equally hurt. Bodrukk seems resistant to their effects while Aleth suffers heavy repercussions from their stench.
Engaging in combat, Kali almost instantly destroys one with a powerful blast of lightning. Bodrukk however is inundated in the three creatures attacking him. He quickly begins to crumble under their barrage. Gwen struggles to keep herself conscious, Archer is instantly crushed by the tail of one of the creatures while Sera attempts to use a thurible and cover the area in mist.
Both Grist and Kali make attempts to heal Bodrukk but due to the mist caused by Gwen their attempts fail. Gwen is able to heal the entire group while Aleth uses fireballs to keep the Catoblepas distracted.
The creatures fight back with great strength, bringing Bodrukk unconscious while Kali manages to deliver a second power strike to another Catoblepas. Both Bodrukk and Grist manage to apply a steady pressure until the beasts are finally slain. Signs hint that there are others of the same creature but the party lacked enough resources to continue the pursuit.
- Performance Review:
- Gwenevere M - Unacceptable
- Kali - Exceeds Expectations
- Bodrukk - Needs Improvement
- Grist - Meets Expectations
- Aleth - Meets Expectations
- Orion - Meets Expectations