Scramble in the Sewers (Ep. 4) | The Unsleeping City
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A group of characters in The Unsleeping City face challenges from The Rat King and his minions, utilizing various spells and tactics during a difficult battle to defeat their foes and save their friends. Through teamwork, strategic thinking, and a touch of luck, the group emerges victorious, ultimately finding their way back to the wedding and the fountain with the gratitude of Em, the angel of the waters.
Insights
- A vox phantasmus, a new voice for dreams, is introduced in The Unsleeping City, marking a unique occurrence in New York's history where it coexists with the traditional vox populi.
- The heroes face a series of challenges in the sewers, battling the Rat King and his minions, utilizing a variety of spells, tactics, and teamwork to overcome obstacles, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess in combat.
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Recent questions
What is the significance of Bethesda Fountain?
Bethesda Fountain is guided by Em, the angel of the waters, and serves as a pivotal location in The Unsleeping City, where the angel statue mysteriously disappears into the sewers.
Who challenges Kugrash in combat?
The Rat King challenges Kugrash, claiming rat unity through a single tail, leading to a confrontation between the two characters.
How does Sofia respond to The Rat King's actions?
Sofia rushes towards a control panel to take action against The Rat King, showcasing her determination and quick thinking in the face of danger.
What magical abilities do characters use in combat?
Characters use spells like Crown of Madness, spirit totems for temporary HP, and mirror images to outmaneuver opponents, showcasing a variety of magical tactics in battle.
What happens after the defeat of The Rat King?
After the defeat of The Rat King, Kugrash, now the Rat King, commands the alligators to stop attacking, leading to a viking funeral for the rats and the group's return to the wedding and fountain, with Em expressing gratitude for their efforts.
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Summary
00:00
Dreams and danger in Unsleeping City.
- The Unsleeping City welcomes you as a vox phantasmus, a voice for dreams.
- A vox populi and a vox phantasmus have never existed simultaneously in New York's history.
- Em, the angel of the waters, guides you through Bethesda Fountain.
- Don Confetti's daughter's wedding leads you to the pixie mafia's event.
- The angel statue from Bethesda Fountain mysteriously disappears into the sewers.
- The Rat King emerges, commanding a legion of rats with their tails tied together.
- The Rat King challenges Kugrash, claiming rat unity through a single tail.
- The Rat King summons albino alligators to attack the heroes.
- Sofia rushes towards a control panel to take action against The Rat King.
- Misty, Ricky, and Pete strategize and engage in combat against The Rat King and his minions.
14:01
Acrobatic character outmaneuvers foes in combat.
- Character decides to make a call and plans their next move.
- Character uses Step of the Wind to disengage and move their full amount.
- Character makes acrobatics checks to overcome penalties.
- Character successfully navigates obstacles using acrobatics.
- Character reaches the top with acrobatic prowess.
- Character is granted a full running start for the next round.
- Character casts Crown of Madness on an enemy, causing them to be charmed.
- Character calls upon the spirit totem, granting temporary HP and advantage on strength checks.
- Character creates mirror images of themselves to confuse enemies.
- Character engages in combat, using spells and tactics to outmaneuver opponents.
26:06
"Battle with Rat King: 19 Damage"
- A roll of 19 hits the target.
- A total of 11 damage is dealt, including a spell attack modifier.
- The Rat King is targeted with 6D6 damage.
- The Rat King's armor class is raised due to cover.
- Kingston's nephew teaches him how to dab.
- A total of 19 damage is inflicted on The Rat King.
- The Rat King's reaction to the attack involves incineration and a nightmare-inducing effect.
- A perception check is required after the attack.
- A wild magic surge occurs during the battle.
- Medication is taken during the battle for various conditions.
37:34
"Kugrash's Flaming Sphere and Climbing Adventures"
- Kugrash is climbing on an alligator to avoid rising water.
- Zac offers to let Kugrash climb on him instead.
- Kugrash climbs on Ricky's back with permission.
- Kugrash compliments Ricky's physique.
- Kugrash uses a bonus action to move a sphere strategically.
- Kugrash creates a flaming sphere to attack an enemy.
- Misty gets restrained and takes significant damage.
- Kingston successfully climbs to a higher level with a natural 20 roll.
- Kingston commands albino alligators to release Misty.
- Pete uses rocket boots to leap forward with a natural 20 roll.
49:58
"Ricky's Rescue: Alligator Encounter"
- A leg is in an alligator's mouth, prompting a decision to throw something.
- An athletics check is made to toss a pixie and a rat, with a DC 20.
- Bardic inspiration boosts the roll to 17.
- Alligators attack, with one aiming for Ricky with advantage.
- A taunt distracts an alligator, saving Ricky from further harm.
- A magical intervention saves Ricky from being dragged underwater.
- Alligators are scared of Kingston, taking a step back.
- A Crown of Madness alligator attacks another alligator, pulling it underwater.
- Sofia faces rising water, needing to make a wisdom saving throw.
- Misty breaks a spell to heal herself, while Kingston attempts a unique use of a cantrip to free Ricky.
01:02:09
"Ricky's Team Battles The Rat King"
- A wild magic surge is rolled for shocking grasp.
- Ricky is allowed to move forward as much as possible.
- Ricky is no longer restrained and can move to a specific location.
- Ricky successfully navigates difficult terrain with an athletics check.
- The Rat King saves against a command from Ricky.
- Sofia attacks The Rat King, causing significant damage.
- Misty casts Phantasmal Force, creating a scary rat catcher that damages The Rat King.
- Kingston casts Guiding Bolt on The Rat King, dealing damage and granting advantage on the next attack against him.
- Pete avoids drowning under an angel statue in sewer water.
- Kugrash transforms into a reef shark and moves towards Pete to assist.
01:14:03
Dreams, Angels, Alligators: A Magical Adventure
- Pete casts Detect Thoughts on the angel statue, entering a dream realm and encountering a smiling orphan child with a message about dreams.
- The child shows visions of the Bethesda Fountain being built and the purpose of dreams as connections.
- The angel assures Pete of protection, with her eyes glowing white underwater, and helps him escape.
- Ricky readies to attack alligators, successfully hitting one with a flaming sphere.
- Misty avoids alligator attacks due to her height, while the alligators focus on her.
- Pete emerges from the water, the angel heals Ricky, and expresses gratitude to the group.
- Sofie detangles the Rat King's tails, causing the rats to scatter and the crown to fall.
- Kugrash, now the Rat King, commands the alligators to stop attacking and they obey, swimming away.
- A rat sacrifices itself for a piece of cheese, leading to a viking funeral for the rats.
- The group opens the control panel, revealing the way back to the wedding and the fountain, with Em expressing gratitude for their efforts.
01:26:51
Healing Waters, Bardic Inspiration, and Blow
- The Angel of the Waters of Healing cleans the group with a fire hose, leaving them smelling like flowers and fully drenched in water.
- A D20 roll determines that the $1,000 worth of blow in a backpack remains intact, and the group receives Bardic inspiration as they exit the sewers, holding the defeated Rat King's crown.
