She is lawful like that :P
No offense intended, but Kaalib seems like he would fit better in a different group.
I generally am more interested in the quality of poster (both in terms of consistency and in terms of post quality) than the character concept, but in this case I find Khaalib intriguing.
From browsing Oterisk's profile, s/he seems to have a good history of quality posting, which is a necessary thing for PBPs to survive.
DON'T HEAL HIM!!!
Gavriil wants to do it...
All yours, Gav. Talia's busy doing a whopping 4 points of damage to the scariest monster she's ever seen.
I greatly enjoyed your last post, btw.
Agreed! I think Oterisk sounds like a good player, I just think Kaalib might not be the best option for this party (with emphasis on "might"). I'm interested to see more. He just seems to have a different theme to him than the rest of the group.
If we add him to the party, we kind of become "That group with the Kobold," in the eyes of pretty much every civilized NPC we're going to run into. He's a monster in the eyes of just about everyone in civilization, and our party sort of becomes all about Kaalib if he joins us long-term, simply because of his race.
I wanna hear more about him out-of-character though, so I know what we're getting into, and it'd be good to hear about your other character concepts too.
On the other hand, maybe that is exactly what our conventional party needs.
On the other hand, maybe that is exactly what our conventional party needs.
I really like our conventional party. I'm a tiny bit nervous about disrupting it, so forgive me if I am mildly paranoid about adding a new person with an unusual design.
My other groups include a Magical Girl who transforms into a superhero using the power of friendship, a four-armed wrestler who strangles dragons, and a man wearing a miniature castle with people inside it as a suit of armor.
It's nice to have a "conventional" party for once. :P
And I am starting to crave the ruckus between Oterisk and Magna, as the comedic relief in the future.
I'd like to weigh in: the concept is a bit more...extravagant than I envisioned, but that doesn't make it a bad thing. I do see Naralesh's point, there's something to be said for a conventional group. It certainly would make for a some interesting RP opportunities.
That said, the comedic interplay between Magna and Kaalib could be pure gold.
My opinion would be for Kaalib to keep to the concept without being 'over the top', if that makes sense.
Can you... explain some more about your character?
Sure thing. I originally wanted for some things to be a surprise and make it more exciting that way, but I'll do my best to give you more information without (hopefully) spoiling later fun.
Kaalib is actually a Tattooed Draconic Sorcerer. The only place for tattoos to fit on him is on his tongue, so all of them get squished right there. Orsheval is his Tattoo Familiar, and as a Thrush has the ability to speak at level 1, just like a raven does. Osheval also has the Sage Archetype as a familiar, which explains his particular swaggering attitude against Kaalib whom doesn't have the kind of knowledge that the familiar has. They don't share skill ranks in other words. Why the kobold doesn't speak when Orsheval is out is actually something I'd like to reveal in play, but I'm sure that most of you will find the reason pretty awesome. I suppose I can actually put this here. Feel free to read it if your character would know, or you don't mind having ooc info, and you're just plain curious.
I'm taking a little bit of a liberty with the fluff of the archetype, but his general concept is just a blaster. Naralesh is much more Summoning focused, so I thought that blasting might fit in pretty well mechanically. To be honest, it's Kaalib's story that makes the most of a connection to this particular AP, and we've only just scratched that surface.
I very much don't want this group to end up being "That group with the Kobold", as that would actually go against my ideas for this character. The thing I wish to do is explore some of the themes you've already been discussing with Kaalib's point of view. He is LN and comes from a tribal perspective, so he's going to view things a bit differently than the views that are already represented. I suppose I could have done the same thing with a Kellid Druid, but the opportunity to mess a bit with Magna's sensibilities and prejudices just got more and more exciting to me over the year I waited to hop in on this thing.
Kaalib can be your liaison to diplomatic relations with typically monstrous tribes, giving you the possibility of making peace with them instead of just going to war, or if you do go to war, making it a little more complicated than just "we kill the bad guys" attitude. But even then, he doesn't have to do that if you guys decide so. You still have the freedom to keep him and not explore those gray areas, or even to reject the idea and not wrestle with the possibility of peace at all, which is also good. I am even fine with Kaalib becoming more of a NPC which you run into on occasion instead of a regular in the group if that's what you decide (in character of course) is best for the mission.
I don't want to force anyone into playing through a scenario that would make them want to quit. I don't want to interfere on anyone's fun, and rather than cause controversy between players, I'd rather leave and wish you well. But, I think that in time, you will all come to enjoy Kaalib's concept as much as I do.
Cool, thanks for the backstory. :) It's undeniable that Magna could benefit in a few lessons in compassion and restraint... And Naralesh will enjoy having a fellow arcanist to discuss magic with.
That said, the comedic interplay between Magna and Kaalib could be pure gold.
Absolutely. It's brilliant.
My opinion would be for Kaalib to keep to the concept without being 'over the top', if that makes sense.
Yeah. Knowing a little more about him makes me a bit more confident in seeing how his character will play with the group.
I'm willing to see where this goes.
I'm willing to see where this goes.
And by that you mean the bird sits on the throne, right? :P
Not while Magna is around... :P
Yeah, but while you're around Gavriil isn't getting a brothel either. So she'll have to concede somewhere... :P
No she doesn't :P
Gavriil doesn't need to have anything to do with building a brothel, it will just happen in a pioneering community. If he really wants one build a hotel and then don't look too closely at who hires a room.
I'm happy to have a bit of oddness added to our party. Dregan will likely just not deal with when he can avoid it. As long as it is done naturally (I get the feeling that you won't be offended if Magna cuts your head off and I don't think her player should feel pressured into not doing so).
In fact I feel pressured to cut it :D
Hey OG, Would Kaalib know that there was another way around?
Hey OG, Would Kaalib know that there was another way around?
Nope.
All, ridiculously busy at work, and leaving for a business trip this afternoon. I will be out a couple of days and not able to update until Sunday most likely.
Good luck with the work, OGGM!
No problem have as much fun as you can on a business trip.
Have fun!
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I am back. I will get this on track today, I just have to get a map together...not that you'll need it for anything...
I am back. I will get this on track today, I just have to get a map together...not that you'll need it for anything...
Ruh-Roh! Does combat expertise and fighting defensively stack ;)
I got to edit my last post in time, but I'm hoping I don't fall. That would suck.
Something big came up the last few days, so I've been away. I'll be able to post again shortly!
I suppose I should have specified that Naralesh is summoning a small earth elemental.
I'm sorry I haven't been around as well. Back to college and I'm still trying to get used to my new schedule. I'll be back to normal in a few days.
Guys, just got back from the long weekend's activities. I've caught up on other games, but I need some time to do this one and tomorrow is the first day of school for the kids. My point: I have angry child-wrangling to do the rest of the night, so will get caught up tomorrow.
Good luck with the child-wrangling! Talia's in no hurry to die ;)
Facing angry child-wrangling? Life is an adventure!
We are here, no hurry.
I'll be away for the next few days until Monday
Forgive me for my Google-fu isn't working, but I've been unable to find any information on how to remove blood drain. Does it occur naturally or will Talia have to find a healer?
Yes and yes. You recover stat loss as part of rest or through a restoration, lesser is what you would have access to first. 1 pt per day with normal rest.
Thanks for the clarification, OGGM!
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Okay...
I'm so sorry I've been gone for so long. My laptop broke and I haven't really had a way to post other than going to the campus library. And I haven't even had time to do that really. But I have a new laptop so I'm able to post regularly again if you guys are ok with me continuing with you.
Absolutely. Welcome back!
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Yaaaaaaaaaaayyy! Glad you're back, Gavriil!
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Guys, I apologize greatly for inconsistent posting. Work has become very busy and getting the kids through school is turning out to take a large amount of time. I prefer a regular pace, and a semi-quick one, but it has become difficult as of late.
One thing I will guarantee: If I can no longer do this, I will let everyone know. I will NOT just disappear. If it ever goes to 3+ days without hearing from me, send me a PM.
I am posting this statement to all my games, so I apologize to some of you who may have to hear it more than once.
Bear with me, I enjoy all my games and players, and have no intention of leaving them!
No worries, OGGM. Sorry to hear life is getting hectic, but that's totally understandable.
I'm enjoying this game and am glad you have no intention of leaving it!
Don't worry, I am in the same place, with lots of work and few spare time. But as you, I am not planning in going anywhere.
OGGM, I'd rather wait out any problems you might encounter IRL than lose you. You're the best PbP GM I've ever played under.
Guys, I apologize greatly for inconsistent posting. Work has become very busy and getting the kids through school is turning out to take a large amount of time. I prefer a regular pace, and a semi-quick one, but it has become difficult as of late.
One thing I will guarantee: If I can no longer do this, I will let everyone know. I will NOT just disappear. If it ever goes to 3+ days without hearing from me, send me a PM.
I am posting this statement to all my games, so I apologize to some of you who may have to hear it more than once.
Bear with me, I enjoy all my games and players, and have no intention of leaving them!
np, Sorry I've been out of touch for the last couple of days. Catching up now.
I'm definitely starting to like Kaalib. I'm glad you joined us. :)
Map updated!
thank you (:
Travelling this weekend. Please bot me if needed. Thank you!
Also, post #500 with this avatar! Woot!
Boards ate my post, I'm sorry. I won't be able to post this weekend either. Work is crazy bad.
Starting tomorrow evening, I am going to be out of town at a convention (playing Pathfinder, of course). I'll still have my phone so I will be able to make a post in the evening, but I will not be online as frequently so I won't be able to get particularly long posts up or post very often.
Anyone know anything about Magna's absence?
I'm afraid I don't. It looks like Corsario hasn't posted much in any games in a couple of weeks, but s/he did say s/he was crazy busy at work.
I hope s/he's back soon! This is a scene where we could use a little Magna stubbonrness.
Of course, Talia's going to claim to be the leader, but I'll hold off on posting in case anyone else wants to challenge her on it :)
I hope s/he's back soon! This is a scene where we could use a little Magna stubbonrness.
Agreed. Dregan isn't about to argue with you about leadership. Although he'll probably follow Magna lead in most things, that said you do have a lot more cred after that fight with the mites (: