[IC] Chapter 1-9: Circle of Hate

[DM Surranó]

OOC1 - yes, such discussions are possible but not necessarily in the heat of battle. The consensus is still not earned as some keep attacking (like, a raging barbarian, and maybe Portho didn't express his support of the idea of getting outta here.) but that shouldn't stop other party members in starting the evacuation.
OOC2 - You could dig a vertical shaft about 1ft diameter, maybe 14 inches which should do for a tight squeeze for everyone if bulky armor is removed (esp. Torin and Maul are problematic). However, the thoqqua's fate caused by its digging attempt doesn't suggest Toot that it would be a good idea. Remember, the circle seems to be floating on the place where the thoqqua damaged the floor. Also, if the entrance of the shaft would be there then the party should risk crossing the purplish beam of light.
OOC3 - Exactly
OOC4 - Yes, double damage on crit roll for touch spells but as Toot mentioned: no crit on undead. Still, it's a solid hit. Not sure about bard songs as it says "weapon damage roll" but I think this spell counts as a "weapon" for this purpose.