I edited my last post to analyze a standard ballista attack. But I agree with your plan, Daishain.
Agreed with Bastion's actions. I'm going to hold up on Ildrahil until I get a better idea of where he is and why. I still think he should be right in the middle of them and should have surprise on his side with his rolls. That will slow the down too as he would be directly attacking them.
Righto, edited my last post rather than making a new one.
Should be able to outright kill the first target I reach, after that though it could easily go fubar.
I suggest throwing our best into this from the start, and beating a retreat when the raiders are finished or out of our reach.
Out of Character: Well Albrecht definitely whiffed on his attack (A natural 1). But he at least should get his spells off, assuming he can spot whatever is up there or make the reflex save. Krama didn't have a great attack either. But they both would have done nearly full damage, so it is a bit disappointing.
Out of Character: I'm glad we're going on the offensive. I think its a reasonable reaction, and also what we would do if our characters didn't discuss this at length in this topic. We should try to close to melee fast so the ballista risks hitting its allies, which I'm sure you all know.
Out of Character: Careful what you wish for you might not like the end result even if it seems to be good in the begining it could get wild later on *wink*.