QUICK RECAP

The team discussed various plans including rearranging workspaces, downloading new software, and preparing for an upcoming game. They also engaged in role-playing exercises, explored caves, and encountered hostile creatures while investigating a mysterious offer for powerful treasures. Technical difficulties were addressed, and strategies for combat, exploration, and problem-solving were developed.

NEXT STEPS

• Mira will download the new software and adjust the audio settings.
• Mira and Gimbal will explore the possibility of creating a raft from the Zerkwood for transportation.
• MBreshears will investigate the issue with enabling fog cutting with the scissors on the fog menu.
• Gimbal will continue to investigate the water source and clean the large spoon found in the room.
• Jitters will perform a perception check on the rock to detect any hidden crevices or passages.
• The team will head further south towards the intersection where the water and silence meet.
• Gimbal will continue to inspect the Troglodyte lair for any potential loot or clues.
• Jitters will cast Vitriol Sphere to eliminate the Troglodyte threat.
• Mira will use her Detect Magic spell to determine the value of the rings found in the chest.
• The team will seek out Il Luoon to discuss the offer of power and assistance in defeating Hollister and rescuing Willow.

SUMMARY

Workspace Rearrangement and Game Features
Mira shared her plans to rearrange her workspace and download new software. The group discussed a project involving manually editing files locally before publishing, and creating a new node for better connectivity. Regarding a game, they focused on a "fog cutting" feature, with Mbreshears struggling to activate it. Mira mentioned a previous communication issue and a nature check. She also mentioned a reward of 25 gold. Mira and Jitters discussed fashioning a boat from Zirkwood to travel upriver. Ceol advised using a larger screen for map viewing. MBreshears described the river environment with potential dangers like a sleeping hydra. The team prepared for the next level, resolving technical issues with screen sharing and name displays.

Game Planning and Technical Issues Discussed
The team discussed plans for an upcoming game on May 6th, including reviewing maps, locations like the Sewage River, and potential corrupted areas. Jitters asked about taking a break and mentioned a magical necklace. Technical issues were addressed, such as map scaling, missing tokens, and Jitters' browser connectivity. Gimbal offered to email his tokens to MBreshears. They also talked about a creepy email from Corbet and playfully discussed character assignments. In a recent victorious battle against hook horrors, they fought in an uneven cave environment. The team strategized their next moves, with Jitters proposing a psychic attack amidst some skepticism. Guidance was provided on rolling for initiative and adding characters.

Team's Adventures and 5th Level Exploration
The team engaged in various activities including combat, exploration, and problem-solving. Gimbal and Ceol demonstrated their fighting skills, while Mira showcased her magical abilities. The team also discussed strategies for measuring distances and investigated a number of locations, including a cave filled with bones and a room with an unusual spoon that might hold magical properties. They encountered some health hazards, potential dangers, and strange phenomena, such as an uncommon language and unusual noises. The team also had some technical difficulties with a visual presentation. They planned to continue exploring the 5th Level, with the hope of discovering valuable items and unraveling the mysteries of the environment they were in.

Flappers, Creatures, and Survival Strategies
The team came across a group of six "flappers," previously believed to be 14, who were bound and some had old shackles. They decided not to engage with them due to the potential risks. The group, led by Gimbal, then explored a new area and encountered challenges including a swarm of aggressive creatures and a slimy river with stagnant water. They also discussed potential survival strategies and the loss of a familiar.

Strategic Attack and Role-Playing Exercise
The team discussed a strategy involving an attack on an unidentified target, considering the potential consequences and the effectiveness of various attacks. They engaged in a role-playing exercise, with a focus on movement, combat navigation, and the use of abilities such as lightning bolts and spells. The team also debated the effects of difficult terrain on the success of spells and discussed strategies for range and damage output. They concluded the session by analyzing the results of their combat scenarios and exploring new options due to diminishing resources.

Role-Playing Game and New Spell Discussion
Mira and the rest of the team engaged in a light-hearted discussion that included role-playing and the introduction of a new character, Troglodyte. They played a role-playing game where Jitters and Mira enacted the roles of a coach driver and a ghost, respectively. The team encountered other monsters and utilized various abilities to defeat them. Ceol shared his strategy of waiting for tragoa dates to appear before taking action. Jitters introduced a new spell, vitriol sphere, and demonstrated its effectiveness against the monsters, with the team discussing its size and impact.

Exploring Cave and Encountering Troglites
The team discussed their exploration of a cave filled with the remains of various creatures, including humanoid ones, and the discovery of Troglites, a type of enemy they were previously unaware of. The walls of the cave also displayed pictographs depicting people submitting to an unknown entity. The team decided to continue exploring the cave, despite the dangers posed by the Troglites, who were found to be sensitive to sunlight and had an overpowering odor. The team strategized on how to approach these creatures, considering various options ranging from physical attacks to spell casting.

Team Role-Playing Game and Strategy Discussion
The team engaged in a lively and complex role-playing game, with each member contributing their unique skills and strategies to the team's efforts. Mira and Jitters worked together, with Mira using her riding skills to carry Jitters into battle, while he employed his ghostly powers to terrify foes. Ceol used his javelins to take down enemies, while Gimbal chose to attack a target labeled "Kale". Despite some challenges, the team seemed to be making steady progress against their opponents, with Mira dealing significant damage to her enemies. The team also discussed the strange compulsion that seemed to be controlling their opponents, with Ceol speculating that it could be due to hubris. In the end, all the enemies were defeated, and Mira and Aaron were confirmed to be married.

Cave Exploration and Team Skills Showcase
In this meeting, the team embarks on an adventure to explore a cave, aiming to understand the magical nature of the ancient paintings found there. They encounter various obstacles, such as hostile creatures and ghosts, and engage in a combat-like scenario to defeat them. The team also showcases their unique skills, including Gimbal's sneak attack, Ceol's use of a glowing orb, and Mira's archery skills. The team ultimately successfully completes the mission, having gained valuable experience and insights.

Water Quality, Magical Items, and Offers
The team focused on the quality of water in their vicinity and discovered concerning levels of corruption and potential sewage contamination. They collected additional samples for analysis. They also stumbled upon a hidden chest containing magical items, and learned about a mysterious figure offering treasures to those who seek them. After some deliberation, the group decided not to pursue this offer. The team, led by Mira, explored a mysterious apartment complex and encountered a figure named Il Luoon, who offered them extraordinary power in exchange for their help in defeating Hollister and rescuing Willow. Despite initial skepticism, the group agreed to consider his offer and continued their exploration, uncovering hints of a more sinister history in the area.