Session 2

General Summary

Tracking Kobolds

The PCs last left off at the entrance to the Kobold tunnel that Vorax Flameclaw disappeared into. The tunnels are vast and confusing. The PCs will need to navigate these tunnels to follow and/or track the kobolds. This is a skills test that will determine how the confrontation unfolds.
There will be periodic random encounter rolls. There will be 6 of these in total. For each, everyone rolls 1d6. If there is a 1, the trail is lost and must be found again. If there is a 6, there is a reward and continuing is easy.

Lost Trail:

Survival DC 12
Perception DC 20
-1 on the confrontation on success
-2 on the confrontation on failure
roll 1d6:

1. No additional, just extra time
2. Explosive Trap- Dex throw DC 12 or 2d6 fire damage (half on success)
3. Poison Arrows- Perception DC 16 then Dex Saving throw DC 12 for half damage. 2d6 poison damage
4. Pit of acid- DC 12 Dex throw to jump off, otherwise floor releases and you start sliding toward a pool of acid that is 20 ft down. Athletics check DC 12 to get out within one round or drop into acid pool, taking 1d10 acid damage per round
5. Log Spikes- Perception DC 15 to see log on ceiling. Dex check DC 12 to jump out of the way before log swings down smashing you into the wall, dealing 1d6 bludgeoning. Athletics check DC 12 to get out or else one round later spikes shoot out dealing an additional 1d6 poison
6. Reroll

Rewards: (roll 1d6)

1. Keoghtom's ointment
2. Potion of greater healing
3. Potion of invisibility
4. Boots of Elvenkind
5. Immovable rod
6. Bag of beans

+1 on confrontation on failure
+2 on confrontation on success

Standard follow checks:

Survival DC 10
Perception DC 16
Success +1 confrontation
Failure -1 confrontation

Confrontation

As the tiefling siblings cautiously make their way through the winding tunnels of the kobold lair, they finally arrive at the slightly larger chamber where the Shadowfang Covenant trio is meeting. The room is dimly lit by flickering torches mounted on the walls, casting dancing shadows across the rough-hewn stone floor. In the center of the chamber, Vorax Flameclaw and Grizzlek Scaledancer stand facing each other, their voices low and intense as they discuss their plans for retribution against those who dared to disrupt their supply deliveries. Vorax, his muscular form towering over Grizzlek, gestures emphatically as he outlines the potential strategies for retaliatory strikes, while Grizzlek nods in agreement, his cunning eyes gleaming with anticipation.

At the edge of the chamber, concealed within the shadows, Shara Swifttail crouches silently, her keen eyes scanning the surroundings for any sign of intruders. Her tail twitches with nervous energy as she listens intently to the conversation, ready to spring into action at a moment's notice.

The tiefling siblings, observing from the entrance of the chamber, must decide how to proceed. They have caught the Shadowfang Covenant trio at a crucial moment, and their presence has not gone unnoticed. Whether the kobolds are ready for the party's arrival or caught off guard depends on the tieflings' skill in navigating the tunnels and their ability to remain undetected. The stage is set for a confrontation that will determine the fate of Julkoun and the tiefling siblings' quest for answers about their parents' disappearance.

-12 to -6

Six additional kobalds are standing guard.
All traps are set and ready
They know party is coming

-5 to -3

All traps are set and ready
They know party is coming

-2 to 0

One trap is ready
They know party is coming

1 to 4

Kobolds Dont know party is coming
Kobolds probably won't be surprised
Party will have to stealth to remain undetected
Perception check dc 13 to see assassin

5 to 7

Kobolds don't know
Only surprised if stealth
Perception check dc 10 to see assassin
Can listen in and prepare for battle

8 to 12

Kobolds are surprised without stealth
Auto see assassin
Can use kobold traps against them
they have a scroll of dimension door or expeditious retreat or something to gtfo

Dialogue

Grizzlek: "Vorax, our supplies have been disrupted once again. Those meddling outsiders dare to challenge our authority in Julkoun!"

Vorax: "Bah! Foolish mortals think they can defy the might of the Shadowfang Covenant? They will soon learn the price of their defiance."

Grizzlek: "Indeed, Vorax. But we must act swiftly and decisively. We cannot allow these interlopers to undermine our hold on Julkoun."

Vorax: "Agreed. We must strike back with all our strength. Let us rally our forces and unleash the fury of the kobold horde upon them!"

Grizzlek: "And what of the tieflings? They pose a threat to our plans as well. We must ensure they do not interfere further."

Vorax: "Leave the tieflings to me. I will deal with them personally. They will regret ever crossing paths with the Shadowfang Covenant."

Grizzlek: "Very well, Vorax. But remember, our ultimate goal remains unchanged. We serve the dragon, and we will stop at nothing to fulfill its desires."

Vorax: "Of course, Grizzlek. The dragon's will shall be done. Let us make haste, for our enemies shall soon feel the wrath of the Shadowfang Covenant!"

After the fight, the party can find stuff on the table. There is some treasure, some spell scrolls, and some ground up leaves.

Return To Town

NPCs recommend going to see herbalist, Sylria Moonshadow, about the leaves. They are a severe sedative, powerful enough to keep an enormous creature dormant for days if administered correctly.

Sylria has a peculiar candle on her windowsill. It lights up when a Kobold is near and the flame will flicker the direction of the kobold. She is willing to part with this candle if the players vow to stop the kobold incursion.

Rewards Granted

Level Up!

Missions/Quests Completed

Killed Vorax and spoke to his dead body

Report Date

22 Feb 2024