QUICK RECAP

The team discussed their experiences with the video game Baldur's Gate, focusing on the new story and the disturbing bad ending. They also strategized for a stealthy mission, planned to investigate further in Skullport, and discussed their progress in a game involving a dragon and a giant scorpion. The team also explored a dungeon, encountered mysterious creatures, and discussed their plans for the next session, including heading back to Waterdeep and exploring business parts of levels.

NEXT STEPS

• The party to warn Waterdeep about the plans discovered in Undermountain.
• Christopher to speak with the high priests of Waterdeep about the threats.
• Ceol to attune to and learn to use the new sentient magic sword.
• The party to consider visiting Rizzrael on Level 2 of Undermountain.
• The party to explore unfinished areas of previous levels when returning to Undermountain.
• Gimbal to be cautious about using magic items around potential disenchanters.
• The party to investigate the freezing room further if returning to that area.
• The party to shop in Waterdeep rather than the Goblin Bazaar.
• The party to follow up on the quest to find Asbell Rosner's brother.
• Jitters to prepare spells like Detect Magic for future exploration.
• The party to be prepared for potential encounters with Xanathar's guild.
• The party to investigate portals discovered for faster travel through Undermountain.
• Christopher to consider using Heroes' Feast scroll before major encounters.
• The party to determine how to activate the portal with dancing gnomes.
• Mark (DM) to plan content for the party's next moves in Waterdeep and Undermountain.

SUMMARY

Baldur's Gate Game Discussion and Updates
Christopher, iPad, Ceol, Map, and Jitters discussed their experiences with the video game Baldur's Gate, with a focus on the new story and the disturbing bad ending. They also shared personal updates, including Christopher's car being out of service and Ceol's recent trip to Joshua Tree. The group then discussed their progress in a game, with Christopher and Ceol having defeated Myanarch for the second time and freeing Willow from her crystal throne. They also discussed the situation at Merlewood, where Druids were being attacked by Yannark, and a story about Chris Ann, a dragon hunter who was enslaved by an Aboleth. The group proposed a plan to tackle a young green dragon, including resting to recover from previous battles and using the Druid's amulet to teleport to the dragon's location. They also discussed the dissipation of the magical forest created by the destroyed throne.

Planning Dragon Capture in Skullport
The team discussed Narc's history and planned to investigate further in Skullport. They plan to take a long rest before confronting the dragon guarding the cave entrance to the 7th level. The team discussed their approach to capture the dragon on the roof of a stone platform, deciding to come from the south using the walkway and pillars, with half the team approaching from the north wall to set up a crossfire.

Stealthy Mission Planning and Dragon Attack
Ceol, Christopher, Jitters, and iPad strategized for a stealthy mission, considering terrain and team abilities. They planned to split into two groups, with Ceol and Jitters going up the stairs and iPad and Christopher sneaking up from the north and south towers. They aimed for a surprise attack, with Ceol and Jitters leading. Christopher also considered using a spell for the attack. The team agreed to coordinate their movements for maximum success. They discussed approaching a green dragon on a 20-foot high platform, deciding to come from the north and use stealth. Christopher would cast a profile trace to help navigate. Jitters suggested invisibility or levitation to get closer to the dragon. The team planned to surprise the dragon and attack it from behind. The dragon was described as being 16 or 17 feet tall and emitting a strong smell. The possibility of using a rope bridge to access the platform was also discussed.

Gimbal's Stabbing and Team Initiative Discussion
Gimbal was stabbed in the back, causing damage. The team moved inside a store, with Gimbal increasing in size. They decided to put Jitters' initiatives next after waiting for Gimbal's move. The team discussed rules around a surprise condition preventing actions on the first round. The initiative order was established, with Gimbal going first. Christopher cast a spell on Valdemar, causing damage. Ceol missed with a spear throw at Valdemar due to Valdemar's large size and Ceol's limited movement. Jitters explained grappling rules involving strength scores and saving throws, mentioning potential crushing damage. Christopher transformed into a giant scorpion, wondering if he could reach the top of something.

Dragon and Scorpion Combat Strategies
Christopher and Ceol strategized on how to combat a dragon, with Christopher transforming into a giant scorpion and Ceol attempting to climb and stab the dragon. Christopher's call lightning spell missed its target, while Jitters took 53 points of poison damage from the dragon's noxious green gas. Ceol's attempt to stab the dragon was unsuccessful due to its hard, iridescent scales. The team discussed the dragon's grappling and prone state, which limited its movement. They strategized for a game involving a dragon and a giant scorpion, discussing the dragon's location and how to attack it. Jitters suggested using a spell to grapple the dragon and prevent it from escaping. Christopher climbed up and attacked the dragon with his scorpion, dealing damage and attempting to grapple it. The team also discussed the rules of the game, particularly the use of spells and the effects of certain actions.

Giant Scorpion Encounter and Treasure Discovery
The group discussed a game scenario involving a character named Ceol who was grappling with a giant scorpion. Ceol managed to break the grapple, but the scorpion still posed a threat. The group also discussed the use of a long sword, which Ceol could use as a cleric. The game ended with the death of the scorpion and the group inspecting the loot. They discovered a room filled with treasure, including coins, a pearl, a potion, and a scroll. They also found a portal with dancing gnomes, which they activated by dancing. The group identified various magical items found in the dragon's hoard, including a sentient emerald sword, a pearl that detects undead, potions of gaseous form, and scrolls of heroes' feast and fear. They acquired a heavy golden key, likely for unlocking the seventh level, and planned to consult Willow about the items and visit Chris Ann.

Discussing Druid's Healing and Portal Information
The team discussed the potential use of a powerful Druid, Willow, to heal a team member, Jitters, who was injured. They also considered the key to the 7th Level, previously worn by Valdemort, and decided to consult Willow for more information about the portal and its destination, specifically the dancing gnomes outside it. Willow successfully cured Jitters' wounds. The team also encountered a dragon hunter, Chris Ann, who they had previously defeated and dispatched Unarc and the Aboleth. Chris Ann provided them with information about portals, advising them on how to activate the portal and suggesting they speak to her at dusk or dawn for her to become their best friend.

Portal Exploration and Team Strategy Discussion
The team discussed their plan to return to level 2 and start clearing their way up to Waterdeep, with a warning. They also discussed the portals they had discovered, with one leading to level 2, another to level 6, and a third to level 7. The team decided to use the guardhouse portal, which led to level 2, and to draw their weapons as they stepped through. They also discussed the possibility of encountering an unfuck Xanathar gang at level 2. The team agreed to proceed with caution and to be prepared for any situation. The team also played a game involving a dead twig and a trap, with Christopher failing a wisdom saving throw. Aaron was incapacitated as a result, and the team moved on to a new scene. There were some technical difficulties with the new scene not appearing for everyone, but they were resolved. The team also discussed the possibility of jumping through portals and the consequences of doing so.

Exploring Dungeon, Portal, and Team Member Condition
The team explored a dungeon, discovering a hidden room with a portal and workbenches. They encountered a dangerous area with Rizrael and had to wake up an unconscious team member, Erin, using various methods. Erin's condition was determined to be a magical malady, and the team decided to perform a medicine check. They also discussed the condition of a person affected by a portal and debated the safety of their location. The team agreed to wait and observe Erin's condition, with the possibility of moving him if it doesn't improve. They also discussed the layout of the area, including the location of a beholder and a copper room. The team decided to wait for an hour, during which time Aaron would wake up and possibly provide further guidance. They explored part of the dungeon, discovering a room with small horse-like creatures with long noses.

Mysterious Creatures Encounter and Elimination
During the meeting, the team encountered mysterious creatures that shattered their drift globe and displayed incredible speed. Despite their preparations, the team failed to capture or engage the creatures, which seemed to be immune to magic. The team experimented with different spells and eventually devised a plan to eliminate the creatures, with Christopher using magic and Ceol and Jitters using ranged weapons. The group successfully killed the creatures, but some members expressed confusion over the urgency to slay them. After eliminating the threat, the team decided to proceed with exploring the area.

Exploring Mysterious Area and Freezing Room
The team explored a mysterious area, encountering a door leading to a long hallway, a webby area, and a flagstone. They proceeded cautiously, with one member checking for traps and another providing light. They considered the possibility of encountering more creatures but decided to continue their exploration. The team explored a freezing room with a magical rune on the wall, which caused them to take cold damage. They considered ways to control or deactivate the freezing effect.

Planning Next Session and Exploring Waterdeep
Ceol, Christopher, Jitters, and iPad discussed their plans for the next session. They decided to head back to Waterdeep, exploring and finishing off some business parts of levels. They also discussed the possibility of shopping at the Goblin Bazaar, but decided to wait until they reach Waterdeep. Ceol mentioned that Albert is operating more smoothly than before. They also discussed the sword they acquired, which has 6 charges and can use spells like Fly, Polymorph, and Transport via Plants. They agreed to meet again in two weeks. Christopher and Ceol planned to warn the people in Waterdeep about the plans, possibly talking to the high priests of the city. They also discussed the disenchanters, which they found to be challenging creatures.