Azeban Guitou |
You are welcome. The Exchange sort of is the successor to both Qadira and the Sczarni. But I think there is a lot of push back with most of the Factions, but in that they just don't fit and also things like the new symbols. I know for Taldor -> Sovereign Court to some extent Cheliax -> Darkive/Andoran -> Liberty's Edge, a lot of people that where really into the national flavor side are just having a lot of RP isssues, and I have a character that is in the same boat. Started out Osirion, then Shadow Lodge then forced to change, so went to Taldor, then forced to Sovereign Court, (but didn't care for it) so went to Liberty's Edge, despite Maj Coulson being the biggest hypocrite and corrupt leader of all.
That's a lot of switching! But yes, I think it's really one big RP issue. Faction can define a character and it's jarring to adjust them to a new faction with different motivations and ideals.
Well, my purchases are conditional on 3 to continue.
I'm good to continue so we're waiting for 2 more.
If we're doing combat, I don't think I can contribute much aside from using one or two castings of silent image to distract or mislead them. I could use more, but then I'd be out of castings for other encounters.
I could also do support by using wands or scrolls, but all the ones I have are for utility and not combat.
DM Beckett |
I can always look at recruiting one or two more, or running an NPC. Might be a good idea to have Kyra in the background.
:)
Jory Redcap |
Let's do recruit some then.
Though as a dwarf, aren't I immune to darkness already? Can't 60' dark vision see through deeper darkness?
DM Beckett |
I still need to know for sure who is in and who is not.
Asami Taran |
I don't think I can progress this further with Asami. I could progress if I was playing a different character sure, but with Asami, I cannot Smite, or deal any sort of damage which means shes just going to be a deadweight in this scenario. Sure, the final boon/reward might be worth it, but from a player POV, my current character feels useless in this particular scenario, and that directly impacts on enjoyment / ability to roleplay, so I don't really think I'm doing anyone any favours continuing with Asami.
DM Beckett |
There is definitely some smiting needed later, and I promise you there are some unexpected areas a Paladin can really shine, if not save the day.
Asami Taran |
I asked my venture captain today his opinion as to whether it would get easier playing a Paladin within the scenario. He replied by telling me it was one of the most anti-paladin scenarios that he has ever GM'd but wouldn't go into any further detail. Now I just don't know what to do -_-.
DM Beckett |
So it looks like this is what we have for the people that want to continue. Is that correct?
Asami: unsure
Azeban: in (I believe)
Jory: in
Karos: in (I believe)
Kyroden: out
Leil: in
Asami Taran |
Confirming that I am out with Asami, positive as to her ineffectiveness in combat within this scenario and still unconvinced she will do well in different areas as well as an inability to contribute much to the party were all factors in my decision. If Adamantine wasn't out of WBL range I'm sure things could be different, but it is, and so I feel locked out of being effective.
(I have a hunch as to what you were hinting @ Paladin usefulness, but after thinking it through, it still doesn't actually help the party if its what I think it is, ergo, the original points are still valid.)
All the best.
Azeban Guitou |
All the best, Asami.
Azeban would like to continue. Heading in with Kyra is fine.
Oh, and darkvision doesn't work in supernatural darkness which Deeper Darkness can cause.
DM Beckett |
Ive answered a few times. :) Yes someone grabbed the dropped weapons.
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DM Beckett |
So, looks like we have 4. I have put out a call for another player, but we will see. I'd like to get this back running asap, as it's been going on already for a while.
If no word by tomorrow, I'll try a new thread, and then I think we might need to just go with 4 and an NPC.
As of now, I'm assuming you have gotten outside, healed up, looked for Nigel, bought a few things, and are heading back to the Museum. If there is a new player, I'd like to have them show up kind of at that point and then have the party bring him or her up to speed in character, then we can jump on in.
DM Beckett |
Yes, was waiting for the answer from PMs before doing that, just in case.
Silbeg |
GM Becket has invited me to join you...
I have a choice of characters to play... either an Inquisitor of Asmodeus 6, or a Slayer 3.
I'll hold off for a couple of hours deciding which to play (I've got both leveled and ready to go), in case someone here has a preference.
So that you know... the slayer primarily uses a bardiche, and now has Combat Reflexes... his goal is to get as many attacks in as possible, while using reach and a two handed weapon while power attacking.
The inquisitor is both a face (even though he's got a CHA7, he's got Conversion domain). He is pretty much a tank, wearing full plate and shield, wielding The Final Arbitration, his adamantine mace. He is a Hellknight Armiger.
Both are currently Silver Crusade.
Neither character will bump us to high tier (Faustus, at level 6, puts us at 4.5, which can round down to 4). I'll be reading up on the thread (looks like there is a lot there), so I know what is going on. I hear you are actually not too far into the game.
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
Ok, decision pretty much made. I need to update his profile, scan his chronicles and such, but will get that done tomorrow.
Karos Valdian |
Welcome, Faustus's player. I'm afraid that Karos himself is not going to be so welcoming. But he's half your level, so you don't need to care! :-)
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
It is all good!
Faustus is... an interesting character. He's got a bit of a reputation among those that have met him.
One of his best known quotes: "Are your books in order?"
(note: his profession of Auditor!)
DM Beckett |
Ok, Bane is a Swift Action, and I'd say that you have heard enough to assume that Construct Bane will work. Not sure there is any benefit to prebuffing it, but you can if you want.
If anyone else is prebuffing, please let me know in your post, and if it changes your basic stats, please make a note in below your avatar just so I remember. I'm running 4 other games at the moment, so sometimes I forget things like that.
DM Beckett |
Active effects = mage armor 1 hour. Ac=23
"No, Gerdur behind me. I can shoot engaged. Just concentrate on the scratched one first."
Could I get you to make a small edit to your "quick combat stats" under your avatar.
Something like:
M Dwarf [AC: 19 (23 MA); ff 17; T:19] HP=51/51 F +9/R+8/W+13 CMD 23 Ki 9/11 Monk (Zen Archer)/6 Perc +15/stone +17 Darkvision 60' per strike 4/6
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
It is probably a LOT easier with two characters that are
1) Out of tier (level 6 instead of 3-4)
2) Have adamantine weapons
For the record... I'll be holding back some on Faustus in future combats, because I don't want you all to feel like you are just along for the ride. I am here to help you all out, not take over.
What does that mean? Well, likely I'll not be power attacking all the time, and may hold back on the Bane as well. You guys just let me know what your preferred level of beat down will be with Faustus. I'll work with you.
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
So, I have a plan... on my turn. It might get the woman down, using Faustus's ability to "win people over" -- but not in a nice way. He's going to try to intimidate her down... with his MW Intimidate tool (his Asmodean Inquisitor's iron mask... he typically wears this instead of his Mask of Stony Demeanor) he'll be at +17 to basically scare her down.
However, I am not sure that the psyche of this woman will do well with this tactic, so I am willing to forgo that specific tactic. I do agree that we should attempt to keep her alive, which is why I am thinking of this tactic.
Granted, it is probably not even possible to do at this point (GM Beckett, would you mind commenting on this?)
I may just try and demoralize her, in order to make it harder for her to hit with that staff thing.
DM Beckett |
So, I have a plan... on my turn. It might get the woman down, using Faustus's ability to "win people over" -- but not in a nice way. He's going to try to intimidate her down... with his MW Intimidate tool.
DM rubs hands maniacally, "Excellent. . . . Yes, most excellent."
Granted, it is probably not even possible to do at this point (GM Beckett, would you mind commenting on this?)
And what an excellent question. I wonder, is it even possible? Hum, "Answer Is Unclear." :P
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius wrote:
So, I have a plan... on my turn. It might get the woman down, using Faustus's ability to "win people over" -- but not in a nice way. He's going to try to intimidate her down... with his MW Intimidate tool.DM rubs hands maniacally, "Excellent. . . . Yes, most excellent."
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius wrote:Granted, it is probably not even possible to do at this point (GM Beckett, would you mind commenting on this?)And what an excellent question. I wonder, is it even possible? Hum, "Answer Is Unclear." :P
I meant rules-wise.
Probably not:
Using Intimidate to change an opponent's attitude requires 1 minute of conversation. Demoralizing an opponent is a standard action.
So, I can either just demoralize her in combat (making her shaken, thus -2 on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Or I try something else.
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
Did I fire arrows?
As they were not mentioned I have the impression she backed away first.
Well, I thought that was what you were doing in this post
DM Beckett |
Yes, I'm just waiting on a few more players to post. I figure some people are out for the holidays, and it will pick up in a few days.
Yes, all of the rolls will matter, and yes, the arrow (some) did hit.
DM Beckett |
Ok, I figure that everyone should be getting back from various holiday activities by now, so just let me know if you are good and ready to start this up again.
I'd like to kick off again tonight ish, just want to make sure I have most people back first.
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
Ready to go!
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
For the first time with any of my Inquisitors, I'll be using the discern lies ability (Faustus is level 6, Jayne Munny is now level 8 as an inquisitor [plus his 5 levels of Musket Master])
W00t!!!
DM Beckett |
I have one, too, and never used it. Though you might be a little late for when it would have mattered. . .
Just kidding.
Maybe. . .
DM Beckett |
I have a Wand of Comprehend Languages. Azeban does want to know and if anything just raises my curiosity.
Azeban takes out a wand and taps himself with it before skimming through the letters.
Azeban Guitou |
DM Beckett |
Leil, feel free to read the two spoilers above. Anyone else may as well, but again, it's kind of a point of contention to some, so you may not want to.
Faustus Sulpicius Voralius |
Looks Like Faustus's mini got left behind... He was following in on the investigation... Can I move him forward? Depending on where he is, he can then attack #2 or #3.
EDIT: I assumed that this was ok, and moved myself in position to attack #3.