Session 43 - Banishing the Kraken

General Summary

1. Kraken Combat Continuation:

• Mori loads the cannon and signals Gos.
• B attacks the tentacles.
• Zarri casts Bane on the kraken and gives bardic inspiration to Jasper.
• The kraken's tentacles swipe at Gos, Mori, Kel, and others at the front of the ship.
• Gos, triggered by memories of his past life and death, attempts to shoot the cannon but misses. He asks Mori to reload it.
• Jasper casts Banish on the kraken, causing it to vanish temporarily. The sudden disappearance causes the boat to fall as the displaced water stabilizes.

2. Aftermath of the Kraken's Disappearance:

• The group crashes back into the water and deck, getting knocked prone.
• Tidal waves sweep over the deck, displacing the crew.
• Turtle barely holds onto a cannon to avoid being swept overboard. Alli is hurt but manages to hang on.
• Jasper is bashed against the railing, while B is washed into the sea.
• Mori grabs a railing; Zarri is knocked into the water near B.
• B swims up and hovers above the water.
• Zarri uses mage hand to signal the group.
• Marble ties a rope to a box, and Kel throws a lasso, allowing Zarri to get back on the boat.
• Falke questions Jasper about his actions. Jasper explains he bought them time before the kraken returns.

3. Escape from the Kraken:

• The crew scrambles to move the ship. The mast is damaged.
• Kel helps Mori with a rope, creating a lasso to rescue Zarri.
• Alli works on a contraption to speed up the boat.
• The kraken reappears but does not pursue the fleeing ship.
• Mori gains a +1 AC boost from being doused in sea water.
• Kel heads below deck.

4. Healing and Decisions:

• Alli, still in poor condition, is approached by Jasper for healing. Despite her reluctance, she is healed by Jasper.
• Gos reloads all the cannons.
• Falke asks where the group wants to go. They decide on Beach Hallow, with an invitation to look her up in Darktow if they're ever nearby.

5. Arrival at Beach Hallow:

• The group rows to Beach Hallow with Carys, Kel, and the rescued slaves.
• Two of the rescued slaves are from Beach Hallow and are welcomed back.
• The group returns to the Missed Opportunity tavern, where Draven is behind the bar.
• They order food and drink after their arduous journey.

6. Gos's Personal Journey:

• Gos sneaks off to take a dip in the water to prove he has overcome his fear of it.
• Carys questions him, and Gos shares his backstory, omitting details about Sarabrina.
• Carys offers her help, and Gos agrees to think about it.

Items and Gold Found in This Session:
No specific items or gold were mentioned as found in this session.
Quests and Follow-Ups:
1. Look Up Falke in Darktow:

• Falke invited the group to look her up if they ever find themselves in Darktow.

2. Return to Port Damali:

• The group ultimately decided to head back to Port Damali, indicating a potential continuation or next step in their journey.

3. Gos's Personal Quest:

• Gos needs to consider if there is anything Carys can help with, indicating a potential personal quest or character development path.

Character(s) interacted with

In this session, the following characters were interacted with:

• Alli: Worked on a contraption, was healed by Jasper, and interacted with him in undercommon.
• Kel: Assisted with the rope and lasso to rescue Zarri, and ran below deck.
• Turtle: Was swept away but managed to hold onto a cannon.
• Falke: Asked Jasper what he did and later asked where the group wanted to be dropped off.
• Carys: Was healed by Jasper, interacted with Gos after he took a dip in the water.
• Draven: Was behind the bar at the Missed Opportunity tavern when the group returned.

Additionally, there were interactions with the four rescued slaves, two of whom were welcomed back to Beach Hallow as they originated from there.

Report Date

23 Jun 2024