DM Alexander Kilcoyne's Kingmaker PBP- Chapter 1 (Inactive)

Game Master Alexander Kilcoyne

The adventures of the original Guardians of the Greenbelt and their struggle to tame the northern Stolen Lands...


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Your Humble Narrator

Oops- Building your capitol at the Stag Lord's fort gives a +1 bonus to the three stats, not +2. Was not quoting from book at the time.


HP: 49/60 AC: 22, T:13, FF:21, CMD:16. Fort:+5, Ref:+5, Will:+8(+7). Per:+14, Init:+0, AoO:+8

Fenna smiles at Red-Eyes as he answers, "thank you, then we should strive to limit the development in such a direction."

"Regardless of where we choose for our capital, I approve of remembering Edric's name... I would perhaps suggest, however, that Edrion is a more suitable name for the seat of power, with a name more in keeping with local traditions for the land as a whole."


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

Okay so it sounds like we are getting closer, bottom line probably just need to limit it to 2-3 choices and just put it to a vote for us?
Kingdom Name: Edrion or Kardas (for ease sake let's say Kardas is Brevic for Haven..)
Capital Name: Swordhaven or Edrion or Okarthel
Capital Location: Temple, Oleg's, Stag Lord Fort
any objections? If not just vote...EDIT: Tie goes to the GM?


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

Malthir's Vote:

Kingdom Name=Edrion
Capital Name=SwordHaven
Capital Location=Stag Lord Fort


Yelena laces her fingers, considering the situation carefully. "I believe that building on the remains of the Stag Lord's fortress will grant us the greatest boon. Building at Oleg's or Jhod's temple are excellent sites for future expansion, but the fortress will give us the security and presence we need for this fledgling nation."

My new character is ready for perusal. I posted with it in the OOC thread.

I vote for Edrion, Swordhaven, Stag Lord Fort.


Your Humble Narrator

Sounds good, let the voting begin! In the case of ties, i'll have the NPC's tie-break. Tanner, if your new character and alias is ready feel free to start posting as him- I actually described him very briefly and loosely in my first post of the council.


HP: 49/60 AC: 22, T:13, FF:21, CMD:16. Fort:+5, Ref:+5, Will:+8(+7). Per:+14, Init:+0, AoO:+8

Kardas, Edrion, Stag Lord's Fort


The negotiations are briefly interrupted by the sound of Yelena's half-brother clearing his throat. "May I have a word, purely as an objective observer?" You look to see an elven male, dressed in the robes and accoutrements of a spellcaster. He stands only slightly taller than Yelena, with a thin frame and soft hands indicative of scholarly work. He has black, jaw-length hair with blues eyes. His face is pleasant, but rather plain. "I am Ilya Shukhov, retainer of House Orlovsky. Similar to Yelena, I am an adopted member of the house; we are both related to the same overly-amorous embarrassment of a man. I have been sent..." He turns to Yelena, "I apologize for this brusque way of letting you know; I am here to replace Miss Yelena as retainer-errant for House Orlovsky. The elders of my house take great interest in the activities of the Greenbelt." He holds up his hands in a non-defensive posture, "I assure you, you have nothing to fear. House Orlovsky does not have the resources or personnel necessary to stake a claim in the area. If they did, they certainly wouldn't have sent an accountant. They are interested in developing trade relations. Brevoy needs raw materials, and this fledgling nation needs finished goods and foreign imports. We hope that this will be a mutually-beneficial arrangement for years to come."

Ilya stands up straight and squares his shoulders, "As for my qualifications, I am a mage. I specialize in conjuration and teleportation." The elf winks, and in an instant disappears, leaving only a slight rustling of the air in the room and a soft 'bamf.' A heartbeat later, he appears again, this time holding an apple from Svetlana's kitchen in the next room. He smiles and hands it to the surprised housewife. "Most of my formal education is in economics. I am quite skilled at appraisal and mercantilism, if I do say so myself."

He pauses for a moment, "What did I stand up for? Ah, yes, the location of a new capital. I would humbly suggest that the abode of the recently-deceased bandit lord be refurbished. It would provide the greatest return for investment and establish a safe, trustworthy location for settlers and merchants seeking a new home. While a religious center and farmland are certainly necessary for a happy and healthy populace, it would be prudent to focus first on security." He gives an awkward but sincere bow then sits.


hp 66/66, AC 26/17/20, CMD 23/24, F: +8, R: +11, W: +7, init: +5, per: +10 Human Bard 6/Fighter 2
Fenna Thistleswade wrote:
Kardas, Edrion, Stag Lord's Fort

+1


Kardas... Kardas... Would that make us Kardassians? I get to be Gul Dukat! :)


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16
Casimir wrote:
Fenna Thistleswade wrote:
Kardas, Edrion, Stag Lord's Fort
+1

Its up to Kalev for the win! Actually I think both sets of names are very good!


Male (HP 26/71, AC- 23 T- 15 FF- 18 CMD- 28, F +11, R +10, W +6, P +15*, In +3*, AOO +17) Half-orc Ranger (Guide) 7/Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 1
Malthir Al Dagon wrote:
Casimir wrote:
Fenna Thistleswade wrote:
Kardas, Edrion, Stag Lord's Fort
+1
Its up to Kalev for the win! Actually I think both sets of names are very good!

Kalev has sat silent, listening to the many suggestions and weigh-ins, but finally rises, clearing his throat. When everybody looks at him, he turns somewhat self-conscious, still not comfortable speaking to large groups of people. Ehh, first of all, welcome, Ilya Shukhov, brother of Yelena. I'm sure that, well, a man, sorry elf, of your talents will be much needed. Kalev pauses for a while, then continues, Regarding the naming of places, I like the idea of honoring a fallen comrade, but perhaps there are other ways...a monument or something. A name should invoke something great for all who hear it. At the same time, it is a good way of showing we are united with the other folks of the Stolen Lands, so I think the kobolds' suggestion is a good one. I've never really known a place I felt at home in...until now...and "Homeland" in any language is good enough for me. Again Kalev is silent for a moment, looking for the right words. And our seat of power should mean something too..."Haven" is also a place one is safe, and isn't that what we are fighting to build? A Haven for all who will treat his neighbor with respect and kindness? So I vote for Kardas, also to bring the Brevic folks in. Finally, there are many good reasons to build our first city here, Oleg, but I think we cannot overlook the strategic importance of the Stag Lord's fort. Not only will we be able to rebuild it, but turning the former seat of the most infamous villain into a center of authority sends a very powerful signal to everyone, friend and foe alike...that we will not be the victims of petty tyrants and upstart robber barons. Kalev falls silent, gazes still on him. Sitting down, he says That's...all I wanted to say.

In case it isn't obvious, vote is Okarthel, Kardas, Stag Lord's Fort...sorry, I don't think Edrion sounds very good for the region, more like something from a sci-fi novel.


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

hmmm, a tie for two of the names...looks like you are putting this in the hands of the NPC's between:
Kingdom-Kardas, Capital-Edrion
Kingdom-Edrion, Capital-SwordHaven
The site of the city is set at the Stag Lord's old keep. Well Alex, I mean NPC's, which one is it...LOL's


Your Humble Narrator

Tied vote for Edrion and Kardas for kingdom name.
Tied vote for Edrion and Swordhaven for capital city name.

The debate continues for some time, with various discussion back and forth between the Guardians and the other advisors. Eventually, Vaysh calls for silence to speak up.

As much as Edric meant to those of who knew him well... We must ensure our kingdom name, as well as that of our capital- is not related to something few will understand. I move that the kingdom be called Kardas- a strong Brevic name. I also move that the capital city be called Swordhaven- in these dark times, a fortress of light within an increasingly dark world.

A tear rolls down Vaysh's cheek as she continues.

To our dear friend Edric... The first monument of the kingdom should be of our brave knight above his beloved steed Talia... The wind in his hair and riding to protect the Greenbelt from evil... Lets make Edric into a symbol for the kingdom of Kardas... A legend for young children to aspire to...

Vaysh finishes her small speech, to a round of applause from the table, and a few tears from some council members.

Ok, thats names and location. Now, discuss ruler positions! :D.


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

There are the following positions available, I would suggest we select a ruler and then the Guardians should choose which position in the kingdom they would like. I added in the stats that go with the leadership role.
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Ruler Cha
Ruler Cha
Councilor Wis or Cha
General Str or Cha
Grand Diplomat Int or Cha
High Priest Wis or Cha
Magister Int or Cha
Marshal Dex or Wis
Royal Assassin Str or Dex
Spymaster Dex or Int
Treasurer Int or Wis
Warden Str or Con


(Fenna) Ruler: Charisma
Councilor: Wisdom or Charisma
(Malthir) General: Strength or Charisma
(Ilya) Grand Diplomat: Intelligence or Charisma
(Jhod) High Priest: Wisdom or Charisma
(Vaysh) Magister: Intelligence or Charisma
Marshal: Dexterity or Wisdom
(Casimir) Royal Assassin: Strength or Dexterity
Spymaster: Dexterity or Intelligence
Treasurer: Intelligence or Wisdom
(Kalev) Warden: Strength or Constitution

That's all I have so far.

Here is an idea for Edric's monument: LINK


Male (HP 26/71, AC- 23 T- 15 FF- 18 CMD- 28, F +11, R +10, W +6, P +15*, In +3*, AOO +17) Half-orc Ranger (Guide) 7/Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 1

Malthir for Presi...Ruler. I'd like Marshal. I know my stats lend themselves better to General or Warden, but it doesn't really fit Kalev, IMO, at least not now...perhaps later in the campaign.

Also, I like the monument...and Edric and El Cid almost rhyme, so...:)


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

Heh, Ilya and Mal are on the same wavelength for making the lists :D, as I mentioned I think the Guardians should take whatever position they want and not metagame that part at all, even if your stat would fit another position better, except for ruler of course, I think that needs to be a vote of the Guardians like the names with the tiebreaker going to the NPC's again. It will all work out...


Moved Fenna to Councilor and Malthir to Ruler.

(Malthir) Ruler: Charisma
(Fenna) Councilor: Wisdom or Charisma
General: Strength or Charisma
(Ilya) Grand Diplomat: Intelligence or Charisma
(Jhod) High Priest: Wisdom or Charisma
(Vaysh) Magister: Intelligence or Charisma
Marshal: Dexterity or Wisdom
(Casimir) Royal Assassin: Strength or Dexterity
Spymaster: Dexterity or Intelligence
Treasurer: Intelligence or Wisdom
(Kalev) Warden: Strength or Constitution


Added Oleg Leveton as Treasurer. I figure he runs a trading post, so he would know a thing or two about keeping books and budgets. That leaves General, Marshal, and Spymaster. Any suggestions?

(Malthir) Ruler: Charisma
(Fenna) Councilor: Wisdom or Charisma
General: Strength or Charisma
(Ilya) Grand Diplomat: Intelligence or Charisma
(Jhod) High Priest: Wisdom or Charisma
(Vaysh) Magister: Intelligence or Charisma
Marshal: Dexterity or Wisdom
(Casimir) Royal Assassin: Strength or Dexterity
Spymaster: Dexterity or Intelligence
(Oleg Leveton) Treasurer: Intelligence or Wisdom
(Kalev) Warden: Strength or Constitution

Titles

Ban: Meaning "lord, master; ruler". You may recognize this from the video game Dragon Age. It's an actual Slovak title. I figure this can be the general form of address for the Guardians of the Greenbelt and other ruler positions.

(Councilor) Kanclerz

(General) Voivode

(Grand Diplomat) Glosnik

(High Priest) Primate

(Magister) Vrajitor

(Marshal) Marszalek

(Royal Assassin) Armas

(Spymaster) Vyzvedac

(Treasurer) Vistiernic

(Warden) Lowczy

Ruler Titles (Various levels)

Starosta: Mayor

Knez: Prince

Kral: King


hp 66/66, AC 26/17/20, CMD 23/24, F: +8, R: +11, W: +7, init: +5, per: +10 Human Bard 6/Fighter 2

Casimir is going for the position of spymaster, not royal assassin. There is no vacancy penalty for the assassin, and the spymaster works of dex, my top stat and is really good since we can move the bonus to where we need it the most. Other than that, the list is good. I suggest Kesten Garess for General and Akiros for Marshall.

Regarding titles, I really think we should just stick with the English ones, since they play such a big part of the game mechanic - and I don't feel like looking something up on a list every time I have to make a post.


HP: 49/60 AC: 22, T:13, FF:21, CMD:16. Fort:+5, Ref:+5, Will:+8(+7). Per:+14, Init:+0, AoO:+8
Casimir wrote:

Casimir is going for the position of spymaster, not royal assassin. There is no vacancy penalty for the assassin, and the spymaster works of dex, my top stat and is really good since we can move the bonus to where we need it the most. Other than that, the list is good. I suggest Kesten Garess for General and Akiros for Marshall.

Regarding titles, I really think we should just stick with the English ones, since they play such a big part of the game mechanic - and I don't feel like looking something up on a list every time I have to make a post.

I think Kalev was after Marshall, so that leaves Warden for Akiros... and Royal Assassin for Red-Eyes? Nothing better for scaring those upstarts into line than a big bad wolf.


Male (HP 26/71, AC- 23 T- 15 FF- 18 CMD- 28, F +11, R +10, W +6, P +15*, In +3*, AOO +17) Half-orc Ranger (Guide) 7/Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 1
Fenna Thistleswade wrote:
Casimir wrote:

Casimir is going for the position of spymaster, not royal assassin. There is no vacancy penalty for the assassin, and the spymaster works of dex, my top stat and is really good since we can move the bonus to where we need it the most. Other than that, the list is good. I suggest Kesten Garess for General and Akiros for Marshall.

Regarding titles, I really think we should just stick with the English ones, since they play such a big part of the game mechanic - and I don't feel like looking something up on a list every time I have to make a post.

I think Kalev was after Marshall, so that leaves Warden for Akiros... and Royal Assassin for Red-Eyes? Nothing better for scaring those upstarts into line than a big bad wolf.

Thanks Fenna. I'm surprised two players both missed that. Obviously, if the majority demands it, I'll take Warden or General, but it doesn't fit the character.

I think we should go for English titles as well...we've already "broken" the language barrier by calling the capital Swordhaven (let us assume it is actually called something that means Swordhaven), so English titles work fine.


hp 66/66, AC 26/17/20, CMD 23/24, F: +8, R: +11, W: +7, init: +5, per: +10 Human Bard 6/Fighter 2

I say let Kalev be Marshal. RP is more important than min-max'ing our kingdom, IMO. So that puts the list like this:

(Malthir) Ruler: Charisma
(Fenna) Councilor: Wisdom or Charisma
(Kesten Garess) General: Strength or Charisma
(Ilya) Grand Diplomat: Intelligence or Charisma
(Jhod) High Priest: Wisdom or Charisma
(Vaysh) Magister: Intelligence or Charisma
(Kalev) Marshal: Dexterity or Wisdom
Royal Assassin: Strength or Dexterity
(Casimir)Spymaster: Dexterity or Intelligence
(Oleg Leveton) Treasurer: Intelligence or Wisdom
(Akiros) Warden: Strength or Constitution

Regarding Red-eyes as Assassin - I just don't see it, especially since he really only looks out for the interests of the wolves. Marshal perhaps, but none of the others.

I'm inclined to leave the Assassin post open for the time being, since there is no penalty for vacancy, and see if we don't run into a fitting NPC for the post during Chapter 2.


Your Humble Narrator

Nice work so far. A few points of mine-

Sootscales would be happy to serve as either Spymaster or Royal Assassin, and he has the dexterity to justify it. Reducing unrest every turn is something you will really miss if things go pear-shaped I assure you.

Magister does not appeal to Vaysh. She really had her heart set on Councilor, but she will serve as Magister if needs be.

Red Eyes will ony be interested in Marshal, Cas is right. I also agree that if Kalev wants Marshal so be it, he still has a bonus ;).

Akiros is exactly where he wants to be and where he fits, as is Jhod & Oleg & Kesten.

Remember there are two ruler slots ;)- and the rulers don't HAVE to be married etc, Malthir and Fenna could rule side by side. Maybe Vaysh can start off as Magister and if the love blooms between her and the Baron Malthir you can recruit another Magister later :).


hp 66/66, AC 26/17/20, CMD 23/24, F: +8, R: +11, W: +7, init: +5, per: +10 Human Bard 6/Fighter 2

I like the idea of Sootscales as assassin - a tiny Draconic Dealer of Death in the Dark.

As for Vaysh, Maladin will just have to get off his @ss and do something about it, the big lump!


Your Humble Narrator

Ok, sounds mostly sorted on that front. The next decision is more abstract- as you sit down with everybody and discuss the laws and culture of the kingdom, you attempt to decide the alignment of the kingdom itself. The NPC's are mostly leaning towards neutral good.


hp 66/66, AC 26/17/20, CMD 23/24, F: +8, R: +11, W: +7, init: +5, per: +10 Human Bard 6/Fighter 2

Casimir votes NG as well. Classic medieval feudal system, I guess, unless some else has some good suggestions for another rulership system.


Male (HP 26/71, AC- 23 T- 15 FF- 18 CMD- 28, F +11, R +10, W +6, P +15*, In +3*, AOO +17) Half-orc Ranger (Guide) 7/Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 1
Casimir wrote:
Casimir votes NG as well. Classic medieval feudal system, I guess, unless some else has some good suggestions for another rulership system.

+1 for NG.

A kingdom with fair laws, but where people have the ability to pursue their personal happiness, etc., as long as it doesn't harm anyone.


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

Good with what the Guardians decided on positions and roles, RP to follow.
+1 on Sootscales, I was just thinking he would fill that final void since no one else seemed to really fit that role.
Malthir can live with NG even though he is LG and a Paladin of Iomdedae...there will be a bit of a "lean" towards LG though :}
Again for simplicity sake, classic feudal system but the ruling council makes all major decisions. This helps to balance that system with more of a democratic feel but doesn't try to create some autonomous collective ruled by the masses...lol's


Your Humble Narrator

Link to 2 Year Interlude Thread


Duke of Kardas, First Sword of Iomedae HP:51/76 AC:27 F:+14, R:+8, W:+12 CMD:23/24 P:-1 Init:+0 AOO:+16

Vaysh back when she first talked to the party about representing the people:

After that meeting. "Vaysh, will you walk with me? It is time we talked." assuming she agrees Malthir talks as they walk the battlement together, the cool night air and the moon glistening off her golden hair, he swallows hard and begins the talk that for months he has so wanted to say to her,
"So much time has passed and we have both changed. I am glad to see you more sure of yourself, back to the Vaysh I first met what seems so long ago." ,his hand wonders and brushes away the strand of hair that blocks her birthmark, "So much that we haven’t said to each other…but maybe time has given us more perspective. I will no longer hide behind my fears Vaysh. I know there are two things that I want out of life. One is to give Iomedae’s gift to the GreenBelt. Peace, prosperity, and security to raise a family without creatures like the Stag Lord trying to take what you have earned.
The other is you. I know this may be a bit much, we have hardly spoke in the last few months…but I can no longer go around without you know that I care for you. Do you still have feelings for me? Are you willing to explore those feelings with me? I know we both have much to do so I think it is wise to go slowly and see what happens, but do you want to try? If not, don’t try to save my feelings, I would rather know now how you really feel and if necessary move on. What say you…"


Your Humble Narrator

Malthir:

Vaysh confesses she still has feelings for you too, although with the kingdom in a fledgeling state, she cannot commit to a full fledged romance for now and doesn't think you should either. What she is looking for is a slow courtship, walks in the parks, simple time together by a warm fire when time permits etc.

Then in a few years when the kingdom is a little more self-sufficient, she would like to marry you; assuming you don't need to marry for political reasons.

Vaysh is your character to RP and narrate for now effectively ;), much like Casimir RP'ed Kressle when Kalev joined.

Sovereign Court

*Necromances thread for my ease of reference...*

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