So, three questions before we get to double and triple points! With a bit more than 150 points separating top to bottom I KNOW this is still open to ALL! In reality we could have had a MUCH larger separation between players than we have after the 16 questions asked. I'm pretty excited to see how close it is as well as the change in positions during the game. Not as much as I'd have thought but it's been there. This is a very open-ended question and will be interesting to see how players choose and the answer points.

DM Speaks:Up early today and thought I'd give a post. In a couple of days, you will be dealing with the goal of your adventure. That is to destroy the matron mother and take over her house. We all know this will not be easy and I believe all agree this could go really bad. Of course, it could go well with the aid of Zilvaren and Linli. Maybe the group, with the numbers, has the advantage. You'd have to believe that's the case with 6 vs 1.

It's not bad I assure you, but it could be complicated and shocking. Is that a good, bad or neutral?

I wouldn't post a bad surprise. It might be great, good or something different, but it will be quite interesting and maybe even surprising.

DM Post #205:I have one of the best ever terrain set-ups waiting for the group. It's a massive set-up using all sorts of terrain on one huge battle mat. It's certainly not an outdoor tree set up but something very original having many odd and intricate set-ups on the map in between all the.........let's say plant life. The truth is it's been sitting and waiting for some time now as I thought this would have happened a month ago. However, if the group succeeds on their mission of toppling the Matron Mother Srune Lyriss Lett then maybe it might be used. One way or another it will be used even with new PC's as the time to set up was too monstrous and putting it away will be even worse. It has to be used at some point (DM railroading - to a point I guess). Of course, storyline and creature strengths would have to be adjusted depending on who and what are engaging with it (maybe). OH, - There may be a surprise in the game for November. Good or bad shall be seen.

Linli Speaks:I completely agree Jevon. His ego is bigger than his size and that is going to be an issue. I'm not going to belabor the point, but you know how I feel about him. We are just about here, and I am curious and concerned what we may find on the other side of the stalactite. I know it will be a challenge whatever is there!

Question #17 What elemental type do I find most dangerous and fun to use against the group in battle.  These can be the well-known core elementals or a sub-type.  I’m pretty sure all on the list have been encountered in the game at some point.  All are listed under the outsider category in the SRD. Please choose 2.

DM Speaks:Exciting to see what plays out next week. I'm sure it will be a battle unless you decide it not to be. Matron Mother Srune Lyriss Lett is in her quarters I assure you that. However, with who and what I shall not share. I'm wondering what happens next week and where the game goes. Too many different scenarios to even post but in short it could be a TPK, victory or so many in between situations. If victory occurs the doors open wide for the group (along with Zilvaren and Linli)!

Paint Color Question #3: What color would you like the human face on the mini to be painted (see picture below). You can choose to keep it the color it is or something completely different.

Zilvaran - Old Black Dragon - Working with the group to topple Matron Mother Srune' Lyriss Lett the ruler of House Srune' Lett. If successful the plan is to have him replicate the image of the Matron Mother and rule the house as her so the group (Nint' Zar, Jevon, Xar' Zin and Ves'zt, along with Linli and Bilsbi to a point) can take their first step in toppling Menzoberranzan with regards to making it a male drow city.

DM Speaks:I hope the group is successful on this mission, but for selfish reasons. Primarily because of the missions prepared and planned ahead. One I am overwhelmed with excitement to play as it has a great environment, different type of enemy and simply fun terrain. It would certainly be a different type of mission as well as game play. Another reason is I'd like to see how things play out with the group controlling a house of their own. This is an unknown for me with regards to how you play it. Will you be offensive, defensive or somewhat neutral in your movement within the Menzoberranzan Hierarchy. This also has the yet untold story of Zilvaran leading the house as the Matron Mother. Will this be a good choice, bad choice or something in between. I have some plans for this, but they can change in a games notice depending on how things play out by you. Finally, I'd like to get involved in some big, hefty, dangerous missions of major renown. A few players have given input on missions and/or journeys they'd love to play and I heard them. These are old school D&D modules. I'm leaning in a certain direction, but depending where the game goes, I may have to jump on another. Yest, undetermined.

Linli Speaks: Nin' T'zar, please do not trust this dragon Zilvaren. I know you're generally skeptical of everyone so I'm telling you be exceedingly skeptical of Zilvaren. He will betray us! In this circumstance I wish for you to be who you are and like or trust nobody including this dragon! And if you like send the DM the name of this damn dragon Zilvaren for an extra 250 xp's.

DAN'S QUESTION Question #16 How many different distinct minis does the DM have.  Not total minis simply how many different 1 of a kind minis does he have. *The actual answer is 6933 different mini types.  · 5001 or more away from correct answer – 1 Point - JOHN (see below for details) · 4001-5000 away from correct answer – 5 Points · 3001-4000 away from correct answer – 10 Points · 2001-3000 away from correct answer – 15 Points – MIKE, SEAN (see below for details) · 1501-2000 away from correct answer – 20 Points · 1001-1500 away from correct answer – 30 Points · 501-1000 away from correct answer – 40 Points · 500 or less away from correct answer – 60 Points SEAN – 4500 guess (Sean guessed 4,000 - 5,000 so I put his answer in the middle of the range he guessed at 4,500 which is a 2433 Difference) - 15 Points MIKE – 9000 guess (Mike guessed 9,000 which is a 2,067 Difference) - 15 Points JOHN - 1050 guess (John's guess was over 5001 which is 0 points. He used his Jump Ability to move up 1 space gaining 1 point) - 1 Point DAN'S POINTS (100 Points - remove 15 from Dan): * 20 Points - Opposite points for Sean's answer * 20 Points - Opposite points for Mikes answer * 60 Points - Opposite Points for John's answer

Linli Speaks:Granted Zilvaren's assistance will be useful in destroying these shield golems. However, let us not take this for granted. These shield golems will be attacking not only Zilvaren but us as well. This will be dangerous as I'm sure their attacks will be heavy handed causing significant damage. I will move away from the melee and unleash my spells from a distance. I may need to put up defensive spells initially as being struck just a couple of times may knock me out with their ongoing powerful blow capability. Is it possible that these guardians of the Matron Mother are more powerful than her?

Just added the third

DM Speaks:Many magic items have been used on this journey so far. Five (5) cards were turned over tonight which is a pretty big number week to week.

DM Speaks:I think you recognize it, but what you are doing is a HUGE mission of danger and risk. I'm talking about a possible TPK and end to this campaign. If all should die on this mission, we will not be leaving the Underdark. It is still way to new and fresh, and I have so much more to entertain you with. I'd love to do it with this group but if the unfortunate situation happens and we have a TPK then others will take on the missions ahead. What PC's those may be are unknown, but they will be traveling the Underdark (at least for a while). At least that's how I feel right now. Here is the perfect picture of the stalactite populated drow city of Menzoberranzan.

DM Speaks:Please don't go crazy with specific details on what exact part of the mini I considered a specific part or the exact color. Do this with a light-heart as I am. It's for fun and even though there is a 500xp award for coming in first, that number is not major and everybody else gets 100 xp's so the true difference for winning is only a 400 xp's. My idea behind this was just to have fun getting ideas from you so although there is a small reward don't go crazy with specific color shades you wanted. If you say blue, I'll go with any blue shade or combo I'm feeling.

Paint Color Question #2:What color do you think the tail should be? In the pictures it is a dark brown. You can keep a brown if you'd like and adjust the color to a darker or lighter shade. Of course, you could go way off and choose a completely different color. Your choice. Look closely at the pictures to see the tail. It is in quite a few of them. If you need my help to spot it let me know and I'll post what pictures you can see it in. It's attached to the "ass" with one cream arm and one brown leg.Tonight, I showed you the mini so all should know where the tail is. I'd be happy to show you week to week paint request areas if you'd like.

It's not due until 10/29 so no need to bring it now.