DM_Keddah |
I'm opening this thread to check for interest on a urban based, low level, small group, roleplay heavy campaign.
Currently I'm thinking of a 3 member party, all of them able to be useful outside combat. The setting would probably be Forgotten Realms, a Sword Coast city most probable since it's the one I'm more familiar with.
I'd want players interested in a game with a lot of social interaction and able to take the lead instead of needing to be prodded forward, the nature of the campaign would be heavily sandbox while not leaving the City Walls for long.
Classes and archetypes that shine in urban adventures would be preferred but if you think your Cave Druid concept can work... you can try and convince me.
DM_Keddah |
Seems interesting. I don't know much about the forgotten realms setting, is there a primer for it anywhere online? This is also using pathfinder rules, right? What would your character build rules be?
It would be Pathfinder rules yes. Character build rules aren't yet defined since this thread is only to gauge interest. Point-buy is sure but the total points may change.
Forgotten Realms is a classic DnD setting, an increase depth knowledge wouldn't be necessary but will be a benefit.
The Tick in the Barrel |
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alexgndl, I believe this book is the best reference for the Forgotten Realms setting for time period DM_Keddah describes. Disclaimer that I've had little experience with the website providing the linked pdf - I haven't had any problems with this or the other pdf I've perused, but download at your own discretion.
LegitName |
DM_Keddah wrote:Then I'm definitely interested. I'm a Pathfinder newbie with a lot of D&D experience (especially 3.5). Been waiting to bust out my tiefling cleric of the trickery domain.It would start at level 1 and end by level 5 or 6.
I was thinking about an aasimar cleric... so-long to that idea! Also, you stole my color me interested line :D - not that I care.
Looks like a great opportunity to play a vigilante (if the GM will allow it). Or a fighter of some flavor if GM doesn't allow vigilantes.
The Tick in the Barrel |
In my experience, the Forgotten Realms has always been the more "cinematic" setting from 1st edition (as opposed to my experience with Greyhawk, which for all it's high magic and outrageousness, has always been for me the mean and gritty setting.) Maybe it was just the adventures we played, but FR seemed more about ideals and purpose while Greyhawk was more about punching people in the face and taking their stuff.
If your concept of FR is similar to my own then I'm definitely interested.
DM_Keddah |
In my experience, the Forgotten Realms has always been the more "cinematic" setting from 1st edition (as opposed to my experience with Greyhawk, which for all it's high magic and outrageousness, has always been for me the mean and gritty setting.) Maybe it was just the adventures we played, but FR seemed more about ideals and purpose while Greyhawk was more about punching people in the face and taking their stuff.
If your concept of FR is similar to my own then I'm definitely interested.
I agree with your concept about FR, this campaign would be low scale compared to the "everyone is an archmage" that sometimes comes with FR, if you're interested I'd love to have someone with a great knowledge of the setting.
This sounds quite interesting. I made up a kitsune razmiran priest a little while ago for an Absalom game that I wasn't picked for. He's about as tricksy as they come, though I'd need to drop him to 1st level.
Are Background Skills being used?
Background skills are used.
Iadrius wrote:DM_Keddah wrote:Then I'm definitely interested. I'm a Pathfinder newbie with a lot of D&D experience (especially 3.5). Been waiting to bust out my tiefling cleric of the trickery domain.It would start at level 1 and end by level 5 or 6.
I was thinking about an aasimar cleric... so-long to that idea! Also, you stole my color me interested line :D - not that I care.
Looks like a great opportunity to play a vigilante (if the GM will allow it). Or a fighter of some flavor if GM doesn't allow vigilantes.
Well, if you can't play a vigilante in an urban campaign... every Paizo class is allowed, archetypes that don't depend on the Golarion setting too.
Daedalus the Dungeon Builder |
LegitName wrote:Well, if you can't play a vigilante in an urban campaign... every Paizo class is allowed, archetypes that don't depend on the Golarion setting too.Iadrius wrote:DM_Keddah wrote:It would start at level 1 and end by level 5 or 6.Then I'm definitely interested. I'm a Pathfinder newbie with a lot of D&D experience (especially 3.5). Been waiting to bust out my tiefling cleric of the trickery domain.I was thinking about an aasimar cleric... so-long to that idea! Also, you stole my color me interested line :D - not that I care.
Looks like a great opportunity to play a vigilante (if the GM will allow it). Or a fighter of some flavor if GM doesn't allow vigilantes.
So... no Razmiran Priest? It could easily be reflavored as simply being a fake cleric, and I would get very few abilities from the archetype at the low levels we're dealing with.
I just like the complete and total 'you have no idea what you're dealing with' aspect of having a shapeshifter, with the blood of an outsider whose entire subtype revolves around deception and trickery, masquerading as a holy man.DM_Keddah |
So... no Razmiran Priest? It could easily be reflavored as simply being a fake cleric, and I would get very few abilities from the archetype at the low levels we're dealing with.
I just like the complete and total 'you have no idea what you're dealing with' aspect of having a shapeshifter, with the blood of an outsider whose entire subtype revolves around deception and trickery, masquerading as a holy man.
If you're talking about this archetype we may be able to work something out. Being a kitsune your character would be a foreigner and his weird divine magic could deceive people. Nonetheless I think that archetype best ability isn't acquired until level 9 and we won't be getting there (are least according to my initial plan)
Daedalus the Dungeon Builder |
Daedalus the Dungeon Builder wrote:If you're talking about this archetype we may be able to work something out. Being a kitsune your character would be a foreigner and his weird divine magic could deceive people. Nonetheless I think that archetype best ability isn't acquired until level 9 and we won't be getting there (are least according to my initial plan)
So... no Razmiran Priest? It could easily be reflavored as simply being a fake cleric, and I would get very few abilities from the archetype at the low levels we're dealing with.
I just like the complete and total 'you have no idea what you're dealing with' aspect of having a shapeshifter, with the blood of an outsider whose entire subtype revolves around deception and trickery, masquerading as a holy man.
That's the one. Combine with Realistic Likeness for extra fun.
Gobo Horde |
Would you allow SoP?
I'm always looking for a chance to play SoP if I can, no idea yet what I would play :)
Gobo Horde |
Why only 3 players?
Nothing wrong with a small player base. I have seen 1 and 2 player games before and they tend to be quite successful, largely they mitigate some of the weaknesses of PbP. You dont have to wait for other players to post as much, its easier to co-ordinate complex plans and you get more "face time" with the GM then you would if you had 6+ people. They also generally run faster :)
Andostre |
Andostre wrote:Why only 3 players?The concept I have for the campaign would have characters going separate ways sometimes and I would be overwhelmed trying to juggle top many different social situations simultaneously so I prefer a small group
Fair enough. I was asking to try and get more information about your concept.
DM_Keddah |
DM_Keddah wrote:Fair enough. I was asking to try and get more information about your concept.Andostre wrote:Why only 3 players?The concept I have for the campaign would have characters going separate ways sometimes and I would be overwhelmed trying to juggle top many different social situations simultaneously so I prefer a small group
No problem, it was a fair question.
DM_Keddah |
Ok, I see we'll probably get our three characters.
I'm opening recruitment and accepting submissions.
Character Rules
Concept and Background
Setting
Players
Other Things
If you have any questions you may post them here or PM me.
I expect to start the campaign before the end of the month.
Thanks everyone who's showed interest so far.
DM_Keddah |
Are alternate racial traits allowed for humans and other Core races?
Yes they are
wanderer82 |
Considering an Inquisitor of Chauntea. An inquisitor of the Earthmother might sound strange at first, but in thinking about the inquisitor's role crossed with Chauntea's doctrines, I would see the character as a defender of the hearth and home, protecting simple folk (farmers and the like) from those who would bring harm to them or their 'world'. He would have a soft hand for nature, and would work to assist such people as much as defend them.
In preparing the build, I was thinking an Aasimar with Scion of Humanity alternate racial trait. You mentioned featured races on a case by case basis, would this be acceptable?
DM_Keddah |
Considering an Inquisitor of Chauntea. An inquisitor of the Earthmother might sound strange at first, but in thinking about the inquisitor's role crossed with Chauntea's doctrines, I would see the character as a defender of the hearth and home, protecting simple folk (farmers and the like) from those who would bring harm to them or their 'world'. He would have a soft hand for nature, and would work to assist such people as much as defend them.
In preparing the build, I was thinking an Aasimar with Scion of Humanity alternate racial trait. You mentioned featured races on a case by case basis, would this be acceptable?
I like the concept. The aasimar is allowed
Calamys |
Here is my submission: Calamys, a scribe of Candlekeep who has recently taken up residence in Baldur's Gate - see profile for details. I've left his background brief due to his level and to keep it open for any DM suggestions. I also have yet to purchase equipment, which I shall update sometime this weekend - I would imagine it will be heavy on ink and parchment.
I have taken the spell karmic blessing, which is denoted as being originally intended as a Samsaran spell, and if it's objectionable I will gladly switch it out for another; I thought its mechanics would flavor nicely as divinely inspired knowledge.
DM_Keddah |
Here is my submission: Calamys, a scribe of Candlekeep who has recently taken up residence in Baldur's Gate - see profile for details. I've left his background brief due to his level and to keep it open for any DM suggestions. I also have yet to purchase equipment, which I shall update sometime this weekend - I would imagine it will be heavy on ink and parchment.
I have taken the spell karmic blessing, which is denoted as being originally intended as a Samsaran spell, and if it's objectionable I will gladly switch it out for another; I thought its mechanics would flavor nicely as divinely inspired knowledge.
I really like your concept, there's no problem with the spell.
I hope we get some more submissions.