GM Dak - Hell's Rebels

Game Master Dakcenturi

- Starting Level: 2nd level
- Stats: 20 Point Buy, no stat below 10 or above 18 before racial modifiers
- Alignment: Non-Evil, preferably non-lawful unless you have good RP reason to be rebelling instead of following the law of the land
- HP: Max for 1st level; after, half + 1 + Con
- Classes: Anything except Occult classes, Gunslinger, Synthesist Summoner, prioritizing ranged focus. Can use unchained.
- Races: Preferably Core, Tiefling or Tengu.
- Drawbacks: 1 Drawback allowed but you need to make sure you incorporate it into your background
- Traits: Up to 3 if you have a drawback, one must be a Hell's Rebels campaign trait.
- Wealth: 1200 gp.
- Misc: Let me know your time zone and the time(s) of day you will most likely be able to post. Also, tell me about your experience with PbP? How many PbP games are you currently participating in?
- Background: If you are not native to Kintargo, there needs to be a good reason why you would be there during martial law that would also make sense why you would take part in a rebellion. I don't need a novella, but at a minimum answer the following questions:

1) Where/how are you living in Kintargo? (Doesn't have to be a specific location, but it can. If not specific, what part of town at least)
2) What do you do for a living?
3) Do you have any ties to the community, any locals you frequent, any groups you are/want to be a part of?
4) If you take a drawback, why does your character have that drawback?
5) Do you have any family/relationships in Kintargo?
6) Why would a group of (so far) secretive rebels be interested in you joining their group?

2) What do you do for a living?
Sholti has only recently returned to Kintargo from school in Absalom. Her parents expect her to eventually take over the family business. While she's ducking work as well as she can, she's currently helping with accounting and bookkeeping as a start in preparing her to run it.

3) Do you have any ties to the community, any locals you frequent, any groups you are/want to be a part of?
Sholti was born and grew up in Kintargo until the age of 14, when she left for school in Absalom. Since she has been away for some time, she doesn't know he city intimately. She has a considerable love for theater and opera. She is a performer herself, and wants to be a professional opera singer, not run the family business. Sholti would be very interested in seeking out artistic types as a step toward getting herself reestablished in Kintargo. The same is true of fellow Sarenites. She intended to be more active in the church when she returned, but current circumstances mean she'd more likely be trying to find fellow worshippers to assist them.

4) If you take a drawback, why does your character have that drawback?
Sholti has the Oppressive Expectations drawback. While her parents and family in general are quite loving, determination and success are strongly emphasized. Mistakes and failures are not well tolerated. A great amount of pressure is placed on Sholti.

5) Do you have any family/relationships in Kintargo?
Her mother and father are her only relatives in Kintargo. It is possible some of her old friends are still present in the city, and that she could reconnect with them.

6) Why would a group of (so far) secretive rebels be interested in you joining their group?
Aside from her family, the two things about Kintargo that mattered most to Sholti, a flourishing arts community, and a Sarenite community, have been crushed by Barzillai Thrune within a week of Sholti's return. The Opera is closed, the Silver Star is burned, and Shensen is missing. While Sholti isn't going to do anything overly rash all by herself, she's not going to remain idle either. Shensen is the figure who unifies Sholti's passions, and Sholti is quite a fan besides. She would be snooping around trying to find out what happened to Shensen, and could easily cross paths with the rebels.

Tell me about your experience with PbP? How many PbP games are you currently participating in? I've been playing on the Paizo boards for nearly 3 years now. I'm usually running 1-2 games and playing in 6-9 others (GMing 1, playing in 7 at the moment; 8 counting your new War for the Crown campaign--Capricia).

Special Attacks
bardic performance 10 rounds/day (countersong, distraction, fascinate, inspire courage +1)
Bard Spells Known (CL 2nd; concentration +5):
0—detect magic, light, message, prestidigitation, read magic
1st (3/day)--charm person (Will DC 14/15^), coin shot, cure light wounds
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STATISTICS
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Str 10, Dex 15, Con 13, Int 13, Wis 10, Cha 17
Base Atk +1; CMB +1; CMD 13
Feats Noble Scion, Noble Stipend
Traits Charming (social), Possessed (magic), Child of Kintargo (campaign)
Drawback Family Ties
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SKILLS (class Skills in Bold) Boons:
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Acrobatics +5 (+1 rank, +3 class, +2 Dex, -1 ACP)
*Appraise +1 (+1 Int)
Bluff +7/+8^ (+1 rank, +3 class, +1^ trait, +3 Cha)
Climb -1 (-1 ACP)
*Craft +1 (+1 Int)
Diplomacy +8/+9^ (+2 ranks, +3 class, +1^ trait, +3 Cha)
Disable Device +
Disguise +7 (+1 rank, +3 class, +3 Cha)
Escape Artist +1 (+2 Dex, -1 ACP)
Intimidate +3 (+3 Cha)
Knowledge (local) +6 (+1 rank, +3 class, +1 BK, +1 Int)
*Knowledge (nobility) +9 (+1 rank, +3 class, +2 feat, +1 trait, +1 BK, +1 Int)
Knowledge (all others) +2 (+1 BK, +1 Int)
*Linguistics +
Perception +5 (+2 ranks, +3 class)
*Perform (act) +8 (+1 rank, +3 class, +1 feat, +3 Cha)
*Perform (dance) +8 (+1 rank, +3 class, +1 feat, +3 Cha)
*Perform (sing) +9 (+2 ranks, +3 class, +1 feat +3 Cha)
*Profession +
Ride +1 (+2 Dex, -1 ACP)
Sense Motive +4 (+1 rank, +3 class)
*Sleight of Hand +
Spellcraft +5 (+1 rank, +3 class, +1 Int)
Stealth +5 (+1 rank, +3 class, +2 Dex, -1 ACP)
Swim -1 (-1 ACP)
Use Magic Device +
* Background Skill
^ Includes +1 trait bonus on a character who is or could be sexually attracted to Jessibel.

Kintargo Opera House Society Education Skill Checks: Bluff, Diplomacy, Linguistics, Knowledge (nobility), Perform (any)
FAME: 0
PRESTIGE POINTS:

Languages Common, Infernal
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SPECIAL QUALITIES
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SQ bardic knowledge +1, pure heart, silver mastery
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EQUIPMENT AND GOLD
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Gear mithral rapier (1020/1), silver dagger (22/1), buckler (5/5), signet ring*, explorer's outfit* (), noble’s outfit* (75/10), masterwork studded leather* (175/20), masterwork backpack (50/4), spell component pouch (5/2), belt pouch (1/.5), 3 entertainer’s outfits (9/12), reversible black-and-red winter cloak (4/3), water/wineskin (2/4), Kintargo blue book (5/1), 20 doses night tea (1/-), light crossbow (35/4), 10 crossbow bolts (1/1)
* Free with Child of Kintargo feat, character creation; Key = (price/weight)
Gold 40 gp (last update: ???)
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APPEARANCE
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Height 5’4”
Weight 115 lbs.
Eye Color Blue
Hair Color Black
Region of Origin Kintargo, Cheliax
Parents Regions of Origin Father - Cheliax / Mother - Cheliax
Deities Abadar, Cayden Cailean

Appearance
Jessibel is a darkly-attractive young lady with the graceful arms and muscular legs of a dancer. Although she enjoys expensive clothes she’s not above dressing down for a fun night of ‘slumming.’ She recently purchased an exquisite (masterwork) form-fitting suit of red-and-black studded leather armor (with a matching masterwork backpack) that she absolutely adored…until the Aria Park Protest, when the Chelish Citizens’ Group revealed themselves to wear similarly-colored armor. Now the bard uses prestidigitation to hide her armor’s true colors when she goes out in public so as to not be mistaken for a CCG member or devotee of the Church of Asmodeus.
Personality
Jessibel is a confident, fun-loving, at times bratty child of privilege. She can be a maddening mix of actions and emotions, carefree and reckless one moment and deeply caring and responsible the next, selfish and self-centered followed by acts of pure selflessness. She needs and has grown accustomed to her creature comforts but feels for those who have little or nothing. She’s also a budding actress/dancer/singer/entertainer extraordinaire, certain that she’s destined to be Kintargo’s next big celebrity.

Backstory:
The new Lord-Mayor's ascension to power and his endless Proclamations are starting to inconvenience and truly annoy Jessibel. The girl is aware that her grandmother, Archbaroness Eldonna Aulamaxa, is frustrated with the alarmingly diminished role of the Court of Coin over the past week and is worried about the noble house's finances going forward in Lord-Mayor Thrune's new Kintargo. The fact that Barzillai Thrune has claimed the world-famous Kintargo Opera House for his headquarters and shut down the iconic institution cost Jessibel a small role in the production of the infamous Huntress of Heroes. While that's hardly devastating to the young bard, the city's new curfew has curtailed opportunities for all the city's entertainers to perform, costing her coin and delaying her dreams of becoming a star.

Jessibel decided that she'd attending the Aria Park protest for myriad reasons: to see what if anything came from it; to listen to the messages of both protesters and loyalists; and to put on a memorable performance to earn some coin, have her own small say in the recent proclamations and the perilous course of her city, and--of course--make an impression that no one was likely to forget for quite some time!

Toward this end, the bard dressed up as Her Infernal Majestrix--Abrogail Thrune II—including a dangling picture frame attached to a harness she wore. This frame, hanging in front of her pretty yet imperious face—made her a living embodiment of Thrune’s Proclamation the Second. She was quite the hit…until the Chelish Citizens Group crashed the party. She used her bardic performance to inspire courage in those who dared stand against the CCH and dottari but was wise enough to flee once Nox and her hellhound were loosed upon the protesters.

More recently, Jessibel crept off alone to investigate the ruins of the Silver Star music shop, partly in the hopes of finding any clues to the fate of its proprietor, Shensen. Hearing a patrol nearing, the teen tried to hide in the ruins but triggered a small cave-in that dropped her into a forgotten chamber, knocking her unconscious. When she regained her senses, Jessi found herself lying across an old skeleton; nearby lay a dirt-encrusted rapier that, when cleaned, was revealed to be made of precious mithral! Jessi escaped and made her way home, newly obsessed with the marvelous lightweight metal.

Little did she know, however, that while she was unconscious, her body was possessed by the spirit of the skeleton, a junior member of the original Silver Ravens: a bard named Silverbelle. The spirit sensed a kindred spirit in the young noblewoman and began to nudge Jessi in her thoughts and dreams toward becoming a rare bard offshoot: A silver balladeer.

GM QUESTIONS

1) Where/how are you living in Kintargo? (Doesn't have to be a specific location, but it can. If not specific, what part of town at least.) Jessi would start out living in the Aulamaxa Villa in the Greens. Once she’s accepted into the Kintargo Opera House Society, she’d rent a small pad near its new headquarters, likely someplace close to the Kintargo Opera House in Jarvis End.
2) What do you do for a living? Sing! Dance! Entertain! Leech off my parents (see the Noble Stipend feat; Jessi would use her proceeds for the entrance fee and tuition, mostly).
3) Do you have any ties to the community, any locales you frequent, any groups you are/want to be a part of? Jessibel’s the baby of her branch of the Aulamaxa family; as such, she’s been able to get away with being supremely irresponsible. She’d like to join the displaced Kintargo Opera House Society.
4) If you take a drawback, why does your character have that drawback? Because deep down Jessibel wants to be thought of as more than a self-absorbed, irresponsible brat. And she generally loves what remains of her family.
5) Do you have any family/relationships in Kintargo? Mother (Leandra, who married into the Aulamaxa family), an older brother (Caeleb, who is responsible and helps manage the family’s finances), an older sister (ol’ Whats-her-name, who’s been married off and now lives in Westmarch, her grandmother (Archduchess Eldonna), and a few cousins. Her father, Lathan, is dead (perhaps murdered while on a business trip to Westmarch).
6) Why would a group of (so far) secretive rebels be interested in you joining their group? I’m friendly, diplomatic, and underhanded when I need to be. I’m a noblewoman, probably adored by most of my peers, and offer the Silver Ravens an ‘in’ to their social circles. I can sing and dance! I can cast a few spells. Even better—I can heal a bit and do that inspirational song thing that all the real warrior types love so much!

Silver Balladeer (Archetype) (Partial)
Alignment: Any Good
Pure Heart (Ex): At 2nd level, a silver balladeer gains a +4 bonus on saving throws against curses, hexes, and charm effects. This ability replaces well-versed.
Silver Mastery (Su): At 2nd level, a silver balladeer treats silver weapons as if they were also cold iron for the purpose of overcoming damage reduction. Also, alchemical silver weapons do not impose a penalty on damage rolls when wielded by a silver balladeer, and a silver balladeer gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls made with mithral weapons. This ability replaces the 2nd-level versatile performance.

2. She guards and helps with the temple of Shelyn, aids in their gatherings and proceedings, and frequently sings when possible. She also paints when she finds the time, however due to the martial law and utter oppression she has been unable to do either for awhile. She also has tried her hand at smiting, or, more aptly, etching and embroidering of armor.

3. She is closely tied to the church of Shelyn, and is well acquainted with many folk of the Opera and enjoyed their shows, or did. Until Barzillia all but closed it down and so was known within the Opera society.

4. Aria often can become lost in her thoughts, even walking around town, many times she has wandered past her destination due to becoming so lost in her own thoughts that she all but stops paying attention to things. While she isn't always lost in "sentimental" thoughts, I felt it was the best option to take to represent this. If you have a better fitting one, I'd be happy to look over it though!

5. No family, at least not blood family. She considers many in the church close to her, and while she loves the idea of love, she has never truly taken with a suitor, be it male or female. Though she often will at least accept and spend time with those that pursue her. She hasn't yet found one she feels "right" for her.

6. Well, they would gain closer ties to the church of Shelyn for one. Aria also has a level-headed mind, usually, has proven to be a natural leader of others, and is well respected by many of the cultured folk in town. She is a great mediator and diplomat, as proven when she managed to convince a couple of hellknights to not torture, or possibly kill, a poor man in the streets. She brings a kind perspective to things, and is defiantly no slouch with her Glaive or blade.

Timezone: EST, and this would be game 4 for me if selected, I've never played this AP so no meta-y type stuff to worry about haha. It looks fun though.

Image of Aria

Aria was found on the outskirts of town near the hinterlands when she was but a young child hardly able to walk. By a cleric of Shelyn who had been wandering the countryside for inspiration. When she was found, she amazingly wasn't malnourished, and already had raven black hair to her shoulders. Her piercing red eyes were seen for the wonder they were. The cleric sought about her family, but found none, and so decided to take her in at the church. What other reason would he have found her for, for surely the child was blessed by Shelyn due to such beauty at a young age. The cleric, by name of Daren, would care for her like a father would his own child. Teaching her the values of Shelyn, and, against the will of some of the clergy, taught her the art of combat, particularly that of the glaive, his deity's favored weapon. As of now, Aria still believes herself to be a human, completely unaware yet of her divine heritage

As the years past, it became obvious that the child had indeed been blessed by Shelyn, for when she was a teenager, her beauty was unmatched by any within the church, and possibly within the city (though this was quite debatable depending on who did the talking). Not only was she beautiful however, but she had been blessed with a wondrous singing voice and she grew into a very humble attitude that has been tempered lately by a growing pride.

She loves all art, and is a prominent promoter of the idea that anything can be made an art, even the dreadful business of war and battle. And that should times demand such horrible actions, to do them as elegantly as possible. Though, her personal taste is favored more towards that of music and practical art. She finds the greatest joy in both hearing, and making music. To her, music is the most powerful form of art, able to evoke a plethora of emotions in people, even ones they try to hide or do away with, and even can affect some animals. She also sees music as the truest, if perhaps, simplest form of expression of ones soul. At least, when ones creates music that is influenced by their feelings at the moment. Even bad music can move a persons heart, as she has seen with many couples. Her second preferred art is making the mundane and practical beautiful. Such as embroidery on armor and weapons. It does not lessen the quality of the item, but gives it even more value for beauty it adds to it. Though, she does understand the beauty of simplicity as well.

She also goes to great lengths to master combat, treating it as both an art, and a way to defend the ideals and beautiful things shes holds dear in the world. Her favored weapon is the glaive, though she easily make use of a sword and shield as well. Every morning she spends time practicing with her glaive in a ritualistic way, more to ingrain the movements in her muscles, and to help her clear her head for the day, than anything else. Much how a monk may meditate while practicing their movements.

While Aria was deemed blessed by Shelyn, she is still young and even by her admission has much to learn in some respects. She holds some sway in the decisions of the church of Shelyn in Kintargo, particularly those involving her adoptive father Daren, but holds no real place power as of yet within its clergy.

Recently, her few feats have been that of deflating a dangerous situation involving two hellknights and a civilian, managing to convince the knights to spare the man death and torture. She also created a painting of minor renown within the art community depicting a beautiful rose that bled blood, symbolizing the beautiful city of Kintargo that is being drained of its life and beauty by the oppressive rule of Thrune. She has also, away from prying eyes, urged the church of Shelyn to consider doing something, making points that, at the present state hardly any true art could be created, and even less could seek to create. She even made the outrageous claim that the rule of this Barzillia was suspect, if not outright unjust in so doing. The clergy of Shelyn were not even allowed to express themselves with their clothes due to all fine clothing being outlawed for any save a select few, or those that pay exorbitant sums of gold. The clergy, particularly Daren, have warned her to keep such thoughts to herself and close members of the clergy. However she is finding it ever harder to do so, not only in respect for the arts, but for the people of the town. She feels a rebellion may be close, their is a stiffness to the air and a hanging sense of dread. The thought of so many lives lost troubles her, she hopes a peaceful solution can be found before that happens that both keeps blood from being shed, and brings life and beauty back into the city. Though, if there is nothing that can be done to stop bloodshed, Aria has already made up her mind which side of that battle she would stand on.

Personality: Aria is contemplative most of the time, however this doesn't stop her bubbly nature from overflowing often. She is kind and caring to most everyone, always trying to bring cheer to folk. She has a tendency to easily get lost in thought, even at very inappropriate times. She can come off cold at first due to this and her piercing red eyes, however, any conversation with her quickly removes any thoughts of that sort as her friendly nature comes out quickly. She always looks for the best in people, sometimes to her own detriment (often times overlooking obvious flaws, particularly in those that seek her affections). Though, she does sometimes indulge in a bit of fun due to the cool demeanor that many seem to get from her. Acting the part of a cold, if almost abrasive, woman. Over time, this too, has turned into a sort of Art for her.

Appearance: Aria is of athletic build, and much more muscled and toned than an average woman. She isn't particularly tall, but she is mildly taller than the average human female. She has pitch black hair, a soft, pale complexion, and the only thing that would even hint at an angelic ancestry would be her red eyes, and sheer beauty.
Image of Aria

-I am peaceful. I come first with a rose. I act to prevent conflict before it blossoms.
-I never strike first, unless it is the only way to protect the innocent.
-I accept surrender if my opponent can be redeemed and I never assume that they cannot be. All things that live love beauty, and I will show beauty's answer to them.
-I will never destroy a work of art, nor allow one to come to harm unless greater art arises from its loss. I will only sacrifice art if doing so allows me to save a life, for untold beauty can arise from an awakened soul.
-I see beauty in others. As a rough stone hides a diamond, a drab face may hide the heart of a saint.
-I lead by example, not with my blade. Where my blade passes, a life is cut short, and the world's potential for beauty is lessened.
-I live my life as art. I will choose an art and perfect it. When I have mastered it, I will choose another. The works I leave behind make life richer for those who follow.

Followers of Shelyn are also excepted to see the good/beauty in people even when they themselves cannot see it, and I personally I'm excited for the potential this entails.