And so the party gathered together to venture into the temple. The cavalier was leading the way with the rogue close behind, casters near the back, and Kiva riding Chum in the last position. The white temple stones gleemed in the sunlight as they climbed the long stairs to the top of the temple platform. Melee guards clad in shining armor with the symbol of the Morninglord stared unyieldingly forward as the party passed. 3 platforms adorned the top of the pyrimidal temple, one with the entrance surrounded with archers, and two off to the side with battle priests ready to defend.
The party was surprised to find the temple in working order with gnomes and priests about. The first level below was a speaking room, enchanced with magic to allow the large hall to be split into 4 podium areas with benches without having voices carry too far between the various areas. AA search of the area turned up confessional rooms. Don tried to entered but was shocked. Apparently the follower of Chtulu will find no peace under the watchful eye of the Morninglord.
There were quarters about for the various deacons. 3 labs dotted the South wall -- one for making incense for the temple, one for scrivener duties of copying scrolls, and one for storing scrolls. Various other storage areas were around to hold various items. Eventually the party found the exit, but their way was blocked by battle priests which demanded a writ from the deacon. After speaking briefly to the deacon, they got their pass, but with clear disdain. The deacon refused even to speak to Don, and he had a silence spell cast upon him.
On the next level below, the party ran immediately into a guard room filled with experience fighters. They continued exploring and searching finding many quarters, a kitchen, laundry, and various storage areas. In a couple of areas they found scroll storage with various rare and common scrolls. The whole area was a living quarters for various priests, staff, and servants of the temple.
Eventually the group found their way beyond the used portion of the level into an untouched hidden section. A crazed man met them, ranting with extreme paranoia. He has various collections of scrolls, scripts, and mining tools scattered about his decaying, cluttered, chaotic room. The party moved on, finding a temple room. Inside they found the Oathbow of Fire, a special magical bow that Corrail quickly grabbed up.
The found some hidden dining areas that appeared to be in use and connected to the rest of the complex. They found an exit room with blocked stairs and hidden stash of wands. Two wands were of particular interest:
The party was surprised to find the temple in working order with gnomes and priests about. The first level below was a speaking room, enchanced with magic to allow the large hall to be split into 4 podium areas with benches without having voices carry too far between the various areas. AA search of the area turned up confessional rooms. Don tried to entered but was shocked. Apparently the follower of Chtulu will find no peace under the watchful eye of the Morninglord.
There were quarters about for the various deacons. 3 labs dotted the South wall -- one for making incense for the temple, one for scrivener duties of copying scrolls, and one for storing scrolls. Various other storage areas were around to hold various items. Eventually the party found the exit, but their way was blocked by battle priests which demanded a writ from the deacon. After speaking briefly to the deacon, they got their pass, but with clear disdain. The deacon refused even to speak to Don, and he had a silence spell cast upon him.
On the next level below, the party ran immediately into a guard room filled with experience fighters. They continued exploring and searching finding many quarters, a kitchen, laundry, and various storage areas. In a couple of areas they found scroll storage with various rare and common scrolls. The whole area was a living quarters for various priests, staff, and servants of the temple.
Eventually the group found their way beyond the used portion of the level into an untouched hidden section. A crazed man met them, ranting with extreme paranoia. He has various collections of scrolls, scripts, and mining tools scattered about his decaying, cluttered, chaotic room. The party moved on, finding a temple room. Inside they found the Oathbow of Fire, a special magical bow that Corrail quickly grabbed up.
The found some hidden dining areas that appeared to be in use and connected to the rest of the complex. They found an exit room with blocked stairs and hidden stash of wands. Two wands were of particular interest:
- The Wand of Horrible Deaths, as described here
- The Wand of Skittles (which can shoot large numbers of skittles out of it per charge (enough to fill a room))
In another room the party found a pair of gynosphinxes. Not surprisingly, they had a riddle for the party. Behind them were three tiles. Inserting one tile into the exit stairs would allow them to continue safely. Inserting another tile will activate the stairs and cause them to annihilate anyone that follows them. Another tile will randomly teleport the person from the stairs to wherever The party was allowed to ask the sphines any yes or no question. One would always lie; one would always tell the truth. The party asked many questions until finally the bard asked the two sphinxes the same question: are you both liars? The left sphinx said no but the one on the right said yes. Thus they questioned the one on the left to determine the symbol to use.
Continued search of this level uncovered a room of staues inscribed with ruins. The summoner and ranger entered the room and quickly found out that the statues shot lightning bolts between them for non-good aligned characters dealing 4d6 damage. Continual search of the level uncovered an entrance back into the priests living space. No other significant finds were made.
The party activated the stairs and found that they lead to a slide. There was much hemming and hawing before Kiva and Chum slid down to the next (3rd level) of the temple. Below they found a tomb and the rest of the party joined them. Entering a large room of alcoves presumable holding dead bodies, two iron statues came to life, looking to be some sort of construct that held an undead body inside. The Sepuchral Guardians attacked the group. Sandra summoned a greater fire elemental that attacked on of them. Felix and Corrail attacked with bows. The monk ran up to one and pounded on it. Don played a fiery song to inspire the group (to a +4 attack, dmg, and saves). Elliot, the elemental, and Miroku attacked with limited effect. These guardians were obviously tough. The party cleared the way while continuing to attack, making slow progress against the guardians. Kiva flew out into the room and blasted one with lightning. Chum pounded on the other. With help from the entire party, the creatures were slain. The rogue took a quick survey and search of the room and found a mere 65 gp.
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