In a thrilling continuation of their adventure, the party regrouped after a hard-fought victory against a formidable foe. As they prepared for their next confrontation, Torren crafted a scroll of immunity for himself and Thumper, ensuring they were ready for the challenges ahead. Bags offered the last elixir of life to Thumper, who gratefully accepted, and the group finalized their preparations before opening the door to face Belcora, a ghostly presence commanding soul feeders.
As the door swung open, the tension escalated, and the party rolled for initiative as Belcora declared her intent to kill them. She unleashed her Phantasmal Killer spell on Ptepses, who narrowly avoided its effects with the help of a hero point. Urevian, an ally of Belcora, cast Flamestrike, damaging Ptepses and Dreg. Undeterred, Ptepses teleported to engage Belcora directly, while Dreg strategically enhanced his weapon and Thumper rallied the party with a lingering anthem.
Torren activated the Relic of Saint Jafaki, weakening their enemies, while the soul feeders attempted to drain life from Ptepses and Torren but failed. Bags utilized her quick alchemy skills to create a serene elixir, and Torren targeted Belcora with Spiritual Amnesia, slowing her down. The battle intensified as Bags was critically hit by a soul feeder, and Thumper considered using hypercognition to gather information about their foes.
The party discussed the weaknesses of the soul feeders, recalling their vulnerability to vitality damage, and learned that Belcora had resistance to most damage types. Thumper moved closer to Belcora, preparing to attack, while Urevian attempted to stab Ptepses but missed. Ptepses retaliated with a horn attack, dealing damage to Belcora, and Dreg successfully struck a wisp.
As the fight raged on, Bags activated her form change, gaining panache, but narrowly missed her attack. Torren grappled Belcora, successfully restraining her, while the enemies continued to strike at the party. Belcora dispelled the slow effect on her, regaining her freedom, but Thumper’s healing spells provided much-needed support to his allies.
The battle reached a critical point as Thumper cast Whispers of the Void, dealing persistent damage to Belcora and Urevian. Ptepses and Dreg continued to engage their enemies, with Ptepses landing a critical hit. However, the tide turned when Belcora cast Phantasmal Killer on Ptepses again, but he critically succeeded on the saving throw.
As the fight progressed, the party faced numerous challenges, including a terrifying presence that manifested, dragging Belcora down. With her demise, the party contemplated their next steps amidst the chaos of the collapsing lighthouse. They discussed the fate of the lenses and the potential dangers of their actions, ultimately deciding to split up to dispose of items safely.
Upon returning to Otari, the townspeople, led by Mayor Osef, expressed their gratitude for the party’s heroics, especially in rescuing his daughter. A celebration was announced in their honor, filled with food and festivities. As the session concluded, the group reflected on their journey and discussed potential future campaigns, including a play based on their adventures and new character developments.
With camaraderie and determination, the party stands ready for whatever challenges lie ahead, their bonds strengthened by the trials they have faced together.