conversations: human
conversations:  You are a member of a tribe of minotaur in the low-lying foothills west of a large mountain range. To the south and west lies a large open plain, and a small river flows through your village. Today is the summer solstice, a day celebrated each year by your people. It is also the day you come of age, the day that you finally become a full-fledged warrior and defender of your tribe. As the sun rises, it shines through the tall golden grass surrounding your camp. A slight breeze flows through your tent, waking you. Your friend Kao, a fellow soon-to-be warrior, looks through the flap in your tent. He says in a gruff voice,   "Get up, brother. We must visit the shaman."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "Has the moon fled already?"  Gon says tiredly, while picking himself up. He reaches into his large napsack and pulls out his hide armor, hammer and shield. While donning his armor he adds,  "It's strange, isn't it. We have never left our plains, and now we are expected to leave and not return for a lifetime. Are you sure you're ready for this?" 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Kao flares his nostrils while obviously pondering the question.   "I think..."   He lightly stomps his hooves, still thinking.   "I think our place is in the tribe. But if you choose to leave, then I will go with you."   After saying this, the large minotaur waits outside the tent.
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "You don't need to."  he calls out.  "The spirits will guide me whether you come or not."  he says as he finishes putting on his armor. He steps outside the tent and says  "If you believe you are in the village for a reason, then you have no reason to go, but the outside world is calling me." 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Kao shifts his hide armor a bit, and adjusts the large hammer on his back, before walking toward the shaman's tent.   "Come with me, brother."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon follows Kao towards the shaman's tent.
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  As you follow the large minotaur into the shaman's tent, the smell of rancid meat hits you like a rock. The source: a bubbling and boiling cauldron in the middle of the tent. A small, elderly minotaur, dressed in a traditional ceremonial garb of feathers and fur, is adding various items to the pot. When he spots you, he says,   "Greetings, younglings. The solstice stew is almost complete. I am, however, missing one key ingredient."   Before telling you what it is, the shaman reaches for his belt and grabs a stick with a rabbit's paw attached to it. He uses it to stir the cauldron.   "We need a few bushels of Akua berries, which you should be able to find farther into the hills, amongst the trees."   He reaches into the stew with his bare hand, and scoops some of it out. After tasting it, the shaman says,   "Mmm. Almost there. Well, be off with you. And be quick about it."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon bows before exiting.  "I don't understand why he didn't collect these when he got the rest of the ingrediants."  he says with an angry bellow.
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Without looking back at his friend, Kao says,   "Do not let him hear you."   He begins to head east toward the taller hills, weapon jostling on his back as he walks.   "Let us just follow his orders. I want to return before the festivities begin."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon wipes the sweat off his brow before realizing Kao had already left. He runs to catch up to him and says  "I suppose you are right. But for a man of intense wisdom, he seems to lack common sense. Besides, he treats us like newborns, of course we know where to find Akau berries." 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  After traveling for about half an hour or so, you reach the forested area of the foothills and the edge of the mountains. Tall evergreens tower over you, and the grass of the plains and low hills gives way to a ground covering of needles and moss. The berries are few and far between, and will take a number of skills to gather. Kao says, in his typical rough voice,   "Hrmph. There seem to be a number of ways to retrieve the berries."   Kao points to a small, sheer cliff face.   "There will most likely be a bushel growing up there."   He looks around for a moment.   "There are a few different kinds around that tree, but some might be poisonous."   After taking a couple of steps, he says,   "There might be some near those outcroppings. It could take a while to find them though."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon will climb the cliff and collect any in the bushel. He will then check to see if they are poisonous.
  
   
   Spoiler 
    Athletics  - (d20+7)[ 15 ] 
    Nature  - (d20+5)[ 16 ] 
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  With the help of his friend's climbing kit, Gon is successfully able to scale the cliff. After reaching the top, he picks the bushel of berries and smells it. With a taste test, he confirms them to be the correct type. A moment later, Kao says,   "Good job, friend. But we must find more, and soon, if we are to make it back in time for the festival."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon glares at his friend.  "You know you could help, right?"  he says with a chuckle.  You look for more that may be hiding from us and I'll see if I can tell which ones around that tree are poisonous." 
   
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    Nature  - (d20+5)[ 25 ] 
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  As his ally begins to search the rocky outcroppings for berries, Gon examines those near the trees. After testing them, he finds the Akua to be extremely tasty, and obviously not poisonous. Kao, the large black minotaur, says,   "I believe I may have found another bushel of berries."   Upon closer inspection, he says,   "Wait, no. That's something else..."  
   
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    Perception  - (1d20+2)[ 5 ] 
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon continues to search for berries.
  
   
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    Perception  - (d20+5)[ 13 ] 
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon searches for another bushel of berries, and is able to find one hidden behind a large rock. His comrade looks over as he does so, and says,   "Good. That should be enough for the stew."   He impatiently stomps his feet a little as he adjusts his hide armor.   "Now, let us return. The festival should begin soon."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "Very well, lead on."  Gon says while hurrying our of the woods.
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Before you have traveled for more than a minute, Kao holds up his hand.   "Stop. What is that?"   A glint of light can be seen under a layer of pine needles.
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Spoiler 
    Perception  - (d20+5)[ 14 ] 
   
  
   "I can't tell, but we don't have time for distractions, the festival is about to start."  Gon says.
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  "Very well. Let us continue, or we mi-"   Before Kao can finish his sentence, a blur of teeth and fangs and gray fur is upon him, nearly knocking him over. After he pushes the attacking wolf off, the large minotaur barely has time to regain his balance before two more wolves join the fray, circling around behind Gon. They both lunge at him, but he is able to bash one of them away with his shield. The other, however, grazes the back of the warden's leg with his claws.
  
   
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    WolfAttack2  - (1d20+6)[ 24 ] 
    WolfDamage2  - (1d4)[ 1 ] 
    WolfAttack3  - (1d20+6)[ 8 ] 
    WolfDamage3  - (1d4)[ 3 ] 
  Gon takes 1 damage.
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  After removing the large, spiked hammer from it's place at his back, Kao let's out a primal howl. He swings wildly at the nearest wolf, but in his arcing attack misses.
  
   
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    HowlingStrikeAttack  - (1d20+8)[ 10 ] 
    HowlingStrikeDamage  - (3d6+6)[ 9 ] 
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  The largest wolf leaps at Kao once more, teeth gnashing and claws flailing. It is able to sink its fangs into the barbarian's leg before he knocks it away.
  
   
   Spoiler 
    WolfAttack1  - (1d20+4)[ 19 ] 
    WolfDamage1  - (1d6+2)[ 6 ] 
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon shifts next to Kao (5,5) and swings his hammer at the adjacent wolf (1).
    Grasping Winds  - (d20+8)[ 14 ]  (d10+6)[ 12 ]  After the attack Gon taunts at the wolves, trying to bring their attention towards him and away from Kao. (Mark all adjacent enemies.)
  
  On Hit:
   
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  A swift wind suddenly arrives, lifting the two wolves off their feet and closer to Gon.(5,6 and 5,7)
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  One of the smaller wolves moves directly toward Gon and lashes out at him, slicing his leg, while the other slinks around the edge of the battle. It rushes in to aid its pack member, but is blocked off by the minotaur warden's shield. Kao continues to try to fend off the biggest wolf, and yells out as he attacks it. His hammer smashes into the side of the creature; bones crack and the animal whimpers, but it is still able to retaliate, furiously attacking Kao. It manages to land a vicious strike, as evidenced by the large gash on the barbarian's flank.
  
   
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  Wolf #2 Attack:  (1d20+6)[ 22 ] 
  Wolf #2 Damage:  (1d4)[ 2 ] 
  Wolf #3 Attack:  (1d20+6)[ 10 ] 
  Wolf #3 Damage:  (1d4)[ 1 ] 
  Kao (Howling Strike) Attack:  (1d20+8)[ 17 ] 
  Kao (Howling Strike) Damage:  (3d6+6)[ 16 ] 
  Wolf #1 Attack:  (1d20+4)[ 21 ] 
  Wolf #1 Damage:  (1d6+2)[ 8 ] 
  Gon takes 2 damage.
  Kao takes 8 damage.
  Wolf #1 takes 16 damage.
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon smashes the wolf (1) that attacked Kao with his hammer.
  
   
   Spoiler 
    Warden's Fury  - (d20+8)[ 12 ]  (d10+6)[ 13 ]  Immediate reaction from Trigger: An enemy marked by you makes an attack that does not include you as a target. We get combat advantage against it if it hits.
   
  
  
  Gon then taunts the wolves around him before attacking the wolf (2) in front of him. In mid swing, a bolt of lightning flies out against the wolf next to Kao (1). (dealing 5 damage)
  
   
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    Tempest Assault  - (d20+8)[ 15 ]  (d10+6)[ 9 ] 
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  After being struck with Gon's hammer, the smaller wolf is knocked onto it's side, dead. Electricity arcs from the warden's weapon, lashing out at the biggest wolf and causing it to yelp in pain. The remaining small wolf attempts once again to attack the warden, but is unable to penetrate his fortress-like shield wall. Before the alpha canine has time to recover from the shock of lightning, Kao swings his large, spiked hammer as hard as he can. It lands solidly on the jaw of the animal, crunching bone and rending flesh. The wolf's neck snaps with a sickening crack, and slumps over dead. Kao feels refreshed and renewed, as the glory of the fight invigorates him.
  
   
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  Wolf #3 Attack:  (1d20+6)[ 13 ] 
  Wolf #3 Damage:  (1d4)[ 4 ] 
  Kao (Avalanche Strike) Attack:  (1d20+8)[ 26 ] 
  Kao (Avalanche Strike) Damage:  (6d6+11)[ 26 ] 
   Wolf #1 Attack:  (1d20+6)[ 23 ] 
  Wolf #1 Damage:  (1d6+2)[ 6 ]  
  Kao uses second wind, healing 8 damage.
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon attempted to smash down his hammer at the wolf with the weight of the earth, but ended up smashing the ground. Gon has sad face.
  
   
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   (d20+8)[ 13 ]  (d10+6)[ 11 ]  + slowed.
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  After leaping out of the way of Gon's attack, the wolf attempts to run away.
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Gon bonks the wolf on the head as it attempts to flee.
  
   
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   (d20+8)[ 19 ]  (d10+6)[ 7 ] 
   
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  As the canine attempts to run away, Gon sweeps its legs with his hammer, bringing it to the ground. Before it can get back up, the warden brings his hammer full force into the wolf's side, shattering its ribs and killing it.
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  😩
   "Well, that was easy..."  Gon says with a hearty laugh.  "Remember when we used to go hunting everyday?" 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Kao turns to his friend and laughs.   "Yes, but I don't remember the prey fighting back."   He stops to take a breath, and uses a cloth to wipe the blood from his hammer.
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "I suppose."  Gon says, wiping the sweat off his brow.  "But we had better be off, who knows how late we are." 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Kao returns his attention to the shiny object covered by needles.   "We're already stopped, we might as well find out what it is..."   he states, as he walks over to the object. After uncovering it, he let's out a whoop of joy.
  
   
   Spoiler 
  Also, 250 experience points for everyone!
   
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  Lol, you still use experience points. This is the 10's, not the 90's, so why don't you just rollerblade away. 
   "What is it?" 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  Kao holds up a small bag, and you can see pieces of gold through the torn fabric.   "Appears to be quite old..."   The minotaur digs out half of the coins with his large hands, before tossing the bag to Gon.   "Here, let us divide it amongst ourselves."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "Now hang on..."  Gon says, glaring at Kao.  "What if someone lost it? We must ask the village if anyone has lost their coin purse first." 
conversations: Robek:
conversations: human
conversations:  With a snort, Kao says,   "Fine. We will ask the villagers."   He begins to walk away.   "Now, let us continue on our path."  
conversations: Blaine.Bush:
conversations: human
conversations:  "Lead on."  Gon says, following Kao.
conversations: Robek: