Act II · Chapter 29

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The party defeats a devastating Magma Shark in the streets, resulting in Loom's mech being destroyed, but earning them an 8,000 gold reward.

Where
Gorenobyl (Streets)
Who
Fari, Fenwick, Vadis, Grover
Note
Combat-heavy

Plunged into chaos, the party battles two Fire Elementals and a massive Magma Land Shark tearing up the city streets. Loom assists in her water-filled mech suit, but the Magma Shark bites her mech in half with a critical hit, destroying it instantly and severely injuring her. Grover uses Polymorph to become a Giant Ape, wrestling the shark, while Vadis lands crucial smites. Fenwick freezes the creature in its tracks with Rime's Binding Ice, allowing the party to finally shatter it. Investigating the leftover summoning circle, Fenwick uses a Sending scroll to contact his missing friend Ronald, only to hear muffled screams and fire, confirming Ronald is the captive elemental. Inspector Ironclad arrives, rewarding the party with 8,000 gold for saving the district.

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Key Events

  • Defeated two Fire Elementals and a Magma Shark.
  • Loom's mech was destroyed, leaving her severely injured.
  • Investigated the cult's summoning circle.
  • Fenwick confirmed Ronald is the captive Fire Elemental.
  • Received an 8,000 gold reward.
  • Party leveled up to 7.
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Loot Acquired

  • 8,000 gold pieces (split amongst the party).
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Combat Highlights

The Magma Shark critted Loom's mech for 62 damage, destroying it instantly. Grover (as a Giant Ape) rolled a natural 20, dealing massive bludgeoning damage. Fenwick froze the shark in place to finish it.

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Mysteries & Threads

  • Resolved: Ronald is confirmed to be the Fire Elemental being drained by the Ilithids.
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Character Moments

  • Fenwick: Uses Sending to contact Ronald, grimly promising 'I'm coming for you' after hearing his friend's screams.
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Quotable

"I'm coming for you."— Fenwick
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Continuity Flags

  • The Sky Cycle race is the next major event on their schedule.
  • The party now has significant funding to upgrade their gear.