Curse of the Crimson Throne (Inactive)

Game Master DireMerc

The king is dead! In the Varisian port city of Korvosa, the death of a monarch leads to chaos, and only a small group of heroes can hope to save the city from its own darkest tendencies.

Houserules:

Houserules:

Casting: When casting a spell defensivly if you fail you do not automaticly lose the spell, rather you provoke an attack as you normally would for not casting defensive. If you are hit you must make a concentration check dc 10+damage taken if you fail this check you lose the spell.

Rolls:
Many rolls will be handled by the GM in secret.(don't worry, I don't fudge.)
Any result that can influence the character behavior will not be rolled open.
Rolls that will be handled by the GM:
Perception
Sense Motive.

if you make the check I will send you a pm or make a post and put it in a spoiler depending on the situation.

Sometimes I will roll Initiative others I will ask you to roll depending on the situation. In some situation (rarely) I will bypass init entirely and have you all go first and enemies second or have enemies go first and you all go after.

Combat rules:
I'm a fair GM, I dont roll combat in secret, I don't change results, I don't ignore bad calls from the characters.
Sometimes, character dies, but I'm not a player killer, if I think that an encounter will be easy handled, when it should be more challenging, I will make it a more challenging, if the party it's not prepared to face something, I will drop hints, if they insist... well killing one or two players never made me lack sleep...

Actions:
I'm a GM that do not punish the character for trying something new or cool, or even strange. Visual appealing actions are encouraged, the dc will of course depend on what are you trying, but you can try! If what you want to do is wicked cool, I can even bend the game mechanics to allow it! The most importat part is: You are villains. Villains are smart, resourceful and have style! Have you ever seen a memorable villain that could just swing his sword and do nothing more?

Posting Rate
If it could be done, I expect 1/day posting, if you can post more, it will really good.
During weekend, this rule does not apply. If you are able to post, great! But dont stress over this, everyone need some time to rest (In my case, I need time to play and DM :D on my tabletop games).

Level up
Aside from character creation, when you level up, if you want something not from core rulebook, you'll need to search it inside the game. basicly what you need to do is just show in game your character is searching for that knowledge. This rule is not meant to prohibit anything, I just don't like something like this: "Character always as a full caster, never picked up a sword in his entire life, and then he gain a new level and says: Master, I'll level up as a fighter now..."

Loot tracker
Google docs


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Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)
Cassiel Hawke wrote:

Just out of curiosity, what's Crain's ethnicity?

This is rather important for an ex-Korvosan Guard...

Guide to Korvosa wrote:
...700 soldiers of the Korvosan Guard, almost all of whom are human of Chelaxian descent. All other civilized races have representatives in the guard, as do Shoanti and Varisians. Despite an ever increasing integration of non-Chelaxians into its ranks, the Korvosan Guard remains steadfastly tied to its Chelaxian traditions. Only full-blooded Chelaxian humans can become generals or the field marshal, while only those with at least half-Chelaxian blood (including half-elves) can achieve a rank higher than captain.
...as it can influence how high Crain advanced in the ranks before dropping out.

as luck would have it, I was reading that same passage last night and thinking about it. I suppose he would probably be at least half Chelaxian. I don't think he would have advanced too far in the guard, maybe Captain is too high for them.


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

Cassiel himself only made it as far as Sergeant during his tenure as a Guardsman by virtue of being too concerned with doing good than keeping order.

Would it perhaps be possible that Crain didn't make it far in the ranks due to his anger management problems, mixed blood and addiction?


Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)

That would be my thoughts on the matter. I'd imagine he washed out quite early in the process, due to a combination of all those things!


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

So... corporal ranking, perhaps? If not private?


Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)

If there are degrees of private in the guard, I'd think he wouldn't have gotten too far up that ladder, maybe a bit higher and was then busted down a bit due to his general insolence, before getting the old heave ho altogether.


F Human Sorcerer/1

I'm confused by the encounter map. I only see a G on it; is that Lamm? Where are we?


That is Lamm yes you are all at the stairs on the bottom right corner.


I'm a little busy today so I don't have much time for posting.

I will try to have look and post tonight.

Can someone do me a favor make a post on ooc with everyone init results?

If not I will take care of it, it would just save me a bit of time.


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

For initiative so far:

Crain: 17
Cassiel: 4
Cedric: 20
Xavice: 8
Ylenna: Hasn't Rolled Yet
Kira: Hasn't Rolled Yet


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

So... who are we waiting on?


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

no idea :)


Actually you guys can level up now.

Roll for hp and re-roll 1's.

post your rolls here and let me know what you gained.


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

Hd: 1d10 ⇒ 8

Ranger level 2
+1 Bab
+1 Ref / Fort
Combat Style feat: 2 weapon fighting


alright so Cedric feels a little better he is at 9/21 now :)


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

indeed still feels very wounded and vulnerable :)
he will probably be at 10/22 as fav class bonus will probably be +1 hp


Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)

Second level from Crain:
Hit points 1d12 ⇒ 6+2Con+1FC
+1 BAB
+1 Fort
Skills: acrobatics, climb, perception, swim
Uncanny Dodge
Rage Power: Good for What Ails You.


If you wondering why people are so upset it stems from the fact that Korvosa used to be a part of Cheliax and the people of Korvosa took part in a rebellion againts Cheliax to become independent.

The queen is a noble from Cheliax. The people were pretty much all against the king getting married to her because it would give Cheliax a hold on Korvosa that fought a war to become independent from Cheliax.

Now that the king is dead. The city has a Chelaxian ruler. Most folk aren't too happy about that.


Male Human Fighter/ Lv 2

Hp: 1d10 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13
+1 bab
+1 fort
+1 will vs fear (bravery)
Fighter feat Combat Expertise


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

Level Up Summary

HP Gained!: 1d10 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6 Alrighty then.

Favoured Class Bonus: +1 Skill Rank

+1 Diplomacy
+1 Intimidate
+1 Perception
+1 Sense Motive

Gain Divine Grace! Gain Lay on Hands! (Thank heavens.)

+1 BAB, Fort & Will Saves!


F Human Sorcerer/1

Yelnna: Sorcerer level 2 hit points, raw roll w/o Con modifier: 1d6 ⇒ 3


Female Tiefling Transmuter

Druid level 2 hit points roll w/o Con

1d8 ⇒ 7


A student at the Acadamae is required to undertake several dangerous steps in order to graduate—one of which is the summoning and bonding of an imp. Many students opt to take imps as familiars, but just as many fail and let those imps get loose. As a result, imps are a constant problem in Korvosa. Nests of them lurk in the eaves of the city’s Shingles in packs, often attempting to ally with or manipulate city gangs. Fortunately, the indigenous pseudodragon population, creatures who dwelt in the region before Korvosa was founded and adapted readily to the city’s advent, are quite adept at keeping Korvosa’s imp population under control. Two or three times a year, the imps and pseudodragons take to flight in the skies above Korvosa and engage in mass battles, and the recent events trigger more of the same.


I will let it slide for this time since you are low level and you can use the extra buff but for the future when you level up, and gain new daily use powers (lay on hands, smite, wildshape, spells ect..), you cant use them until after you have rested.


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

Oh. Okay, then.


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

Hello to all

I will be away until Tuesday so expect very very little posting from me.

Please bot me if needed

Tks

(traveling today and Tuesday, so i might be posting from phone)


Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)

Lol, I forgot this part of the storyline! I'm sorry Crain isn't being helpful with drunk Grau...


F Human Sorcerer/1

GM and others: I'm going to be offline from Thursday through Sunday. (I'm off to PaizoCon.)


F Human Sorcerer/1

I'm back from PaizoCon, but now 28 posts behind.... I will try to catch up tonight!


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

So... anybody know where Xavice wandered off to?


I contacted him yesterday and He told me play by post wasn't for him and he was going to quit the game. I will have him turn the the marshal's offer and go on his way


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

Oh.

Okay then... anybody want to recruit a replacement or keep going with five?


You should be fine the campaign was designed with 4 pc in mind afterall.


F Human Sorcerer/1

Yeah, I agree that we should keep going with just 5. Sometimes, part of the point of recruiting 6 for a PbP is that you expect to lose one or two....


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

true


Female Tiefling Transmuter

Back home from the hospital should be able to post a little more frequently now.


F Human Sorcerer/1

I'm going to be moving next Monday (the 28th), so my Internet access starting then will be extremely spotty for at least a week. I'll try to keep up, but I may have trouble doing so.


F Human Sorcerer/1

Are there five or six of us now? I'm trying to figure out how much gold to add to the character sheet....


5


F Human Sorcerer/1

Hey guys -- I'm back from my move and starting to get my head above water. I've been catching up in my games, and will catch up in this game shortly.


F Human Sorcerer/1

Is somebody keeping the loot tracker up to date? We have the Korvosan gold bars (12 of them, I believe), which I don't think we've divvied up. (I assume we divvied up the 1000 gold that the Marshal gave us earlier.)


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

We haven't decided what to do with Zellara's deck, either.


did you guys even identify it? Do you even know it's magical? (in-game)


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

I don't believe we did anything with the loot we got--we haven't divided it up, ID'ed it, nothing.


Half Elf (Destined Bloodline) Bloodrager 10; AC (33)24/16/23; HP 115/115 (145/145); F+15, R+10, W+9 (+2 vs. enchantments) Init +1; Percpn +18; Evasion; Lowlight Vision; Improved Uncanny Dodge; DR 2/-, Rage 25 rounds; 3 (1st), 2 (2nd), 1 (3rd)

We left the chest back at Zellara's with everything we took from ole what's his name.


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

Posting this to all My games:

I am heading off this afternoon to a 3 day music Festival. Expect very limited posting from my part.

If the game is in the middle of combat I WILL post once a day my combat actions.

Normal posting will resume on monday 25th


ok so who is still around?


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

*raises hand*

I'll go and post.


Hp 14/22 AC 22 / T 14 / FF 18 (+5 Perc; +3 Init; Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +1)

i am always around:) just not much time this weekend


F Human Sorcerer/1

I'm here. Was kind of busy the last few days getting ready for classes, but I'm around.


'Mr. Pink'|LoH: 2/5|Male Human (Chelaxian) Paladin of Iomedae 4|HP: 35/35|AC: 17/10/17|Saves: +8 Fort, +3 Ref, +5 Will|Init: +2|Perc: +6

Just a quick heads up--now that the school year has started up again for me, my posting rate may end up dropping. I'll try to keep up as best I can.

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