Monsters & Mazes

  The group continued their expedition along the ancient road, winding their way through the rugged mountains, traversing hills, and eventually navigating through arid thickets that marked the changing landscape of Barsoom. Amidst the towering mountains, the party's keen eyes caught sight of a weathered pole, its tattered flag defiantly planted within a crevice of the mountainside—a silent sentinel bearing witness to the passage of time and the mysteries of the land. As they journeyed through the hills, the party encountered a crossroads, a pivotal moment where paths diverged and choices lay before them. Opting to follow the southern route, they ventured into the stretch of thickets that awaited beyond, their path guided by the unseen currents of fate and adventure. Despite the intriguing discoveries and the significance of the crossroads, the remainder of the day unfolded without further notable events, allowing the party to progress through the untamed wilderness of Barsoom with ...

  The party's journey led them through the rolling hills and into the rugged expanse of the mountains once more. Amidst the towering peaks, they stumbled upon an ancient road, its weathered stones bearing testament to the passage of time. The road, carved into the mountainsides with remarkable craftsmanship, beckoned the adventurers forward, offering a path of relative ease amidst the challenging terrain. Choosing to follow the road as it wound its way through the majestic mountains, the party made steady progress, their footsteps guided by the ancient route's course. As they traversed the winding path, it led them across deep ravines bridging the gaps between mountain ranges, facilitating their travel through the rugged landscapes of Barsoom. Despite the monumental discovery of the ancient road, the day unfolded with a serene calmness, unmarred by any significant events or encounters. Yet, with each step along the ancient path, the team ventured further into the heart of the u...

  The party pressed onward through the undulating hills and rugged mountains, their footsteps echoing amidst the untamed wilderness of Barsoom. As the sun reached its zenith, a glimpse of the majestic Chalkor Chree, soaring in the distant sky with a captured creature in its formidable claws, captivated the party's attention. Despite the awe-inspiring sight, the creature maintained its distance, offering no threat to the travelers below. Throughout the remainder of their journey, the day unfolded undisturbed by any further encounters or events of note. Despite the absence of excitement, the party continued their expedition with unwavering resolve, forging ahead through the challenging terrain as they ventured deeper into the uncharted expanses of the Red Planet. System(s) : Warriors of the Red Planet/Seven Voyages of Zylarthen/OSE Advanced Fantasy  Setting:  The planet of Ancient Barsoom (approximately 100,000 years before the events of A Princess of Mars)  The Party:...

  A formidable assembly of adventurers, emerged from the gates of Emtor. Led by Ghodrim Dar, an Ancient Warden renowned for his mastery of the wild, the party included Fthak, a sturdy Exotic silicate-based humanoid wielding unparalleled strength, and Yu Xythro, an enigmatic Unliving Mentalist whose powers held sway over the minds of their foes. Accompanied by Ak, a cunning yellow Martian Sorcerer of the Black Gate, Sorm, a relentless Kineticist Unliving, and Thryst Drim, an Elevated Beklid whose prowess matched the ferocity of the wilderness itself, the group ventured forth with purpose. Their journey through the undulating hills and into the towering mountains was marked by determination and anticipation. As they delved deeper into the rugged terrain, their spirits remained high, eager for the challenges that lay ahead in the uncharted realms of Barsoom. Despite the absence of notable encounters, the air crackled with the promise of adventure, fueling their resolve and kindling th...

  Another brutal TPK... Team Gamma began exploring the first underground level of the weird crystalline structure. Unfortunately, Agrl was attacked and killed by a slug-like Sistsniss. The rest of the party continued through the rooms, nearly falling into a pit trap before gaining entrance to a hallway that lead to another door. This door was also trapped and dropped them all through a chute to the second level. They made it as far as the second room, then promptly were killed by a Mangore as they were trying to exit it. I will note that the Mangore was down to a single hit point and multiple morale checks kept it in the fight. Crazy how that can happen.

  The party ventured into the hills, where they stumbled upon a remarkable discovery—a square-shaped tumbled-down crystalline structure crafted from a massive single quartz crystal. As they explored the structure, they uncovered a single stairway leading to at least one underground level. Amidst their exploration, the party encountered two Bai perched upon a crystal wall, observing them with cautious curiosity. Despite the initial tension, Agrl, intrigued by the opportunity for communication, engaged in a peaceful negotiation with the winged beings. Ultimately, the Bai agreed to allow the party to continue undisturbed in exchange for Zilzilm Ar's chronometric device. With the negotiations settled, the party decided to camp outside the crystal ruins for the night, preparing for the exploration of the underground level and reflecting on the mysteries that awaited them within the crystalline structure. System(s) : Warriors of the Red Planet/Seven Voyages of Zylarthen/OSE Advanced Fant...

  The party's journey unfolded through the landscapes of savanna, thickets, and hills. Remarkably, the day passed without any notable events, allowing the party to make steady progress through the diverse terrains of Barsoom. The uneventful day provided a welcome respite, allowing the travelers to focus on their path and move forward in their exploration of the mysterious wilderness. System(s) : Warriors of the Red Planet/Seven Voyages of Zylarthen/OSE Advanced Fantasy  Setting:  The planet of Ancient Barsoom (approximately 100,000 years before the events of A Princess of Mars)  The Party: Name: Zilzilm Ar Race: Ancient Class: Scientist 1 Name: Xor Race: Man, onyx Class: Assassin 1 Name: Nril Mandre Race: Exotic (aka purple-scaled Horib) Class: Mentalist 1 Name: Argl Race: Elevated (Argl is a Zurabis Phantom that has had his brain swapped with that of a man's) Class: Mentalist 1 Hexes explored:   1807 [savanna] 1708 [thickets] 1608 [hills] Features: None Encount...