Tomb of Horrors (4e) - Group 2, Part 2
Game Master Rev Rosey

I know Raya does. I may have to do a background post for her too, though I do mine a bit differently than most. it's fun though!

"I always felt there needed to be an element of tragedy in every hero's story" - The Joker

As much as I'd love to think that quote mine, I had some help with it...

I remember reading Don's background, that was really well done. Gave a perfect insight into his past and tugged the heart-strings (although I am an old softie).

So you read Rev's games too eh? heh, its a fun way to pass the time.

Although which PC doesn't have a tragic dead family/friends cliche ;P

"Why would anyone be sad that their relatives were dead? That means the inheritance will be split less ways." Arishat sniffs.

Sir James Durham-Fairfax wrote:

Although which PC doesn't have a tragic dead family/friends cliche ;P

"Why would anyone be sad that their relatives were dead? That means the inheritance will be split less ways." Arishat sniffs.

"Less people to humiliate and cut out. Whom can you annoy more than a relative? And whom do you know more gossip about?"

So you read Rev's games too eh? heh, its a fun way to pass the time.

Yep, I end up reading way too many threads.

I believe I have now finally finished with James character. The alchemical items are back at his lodgings along with the bulk of his cash.

Temp HP from bedroll 1d8 ⇒ 5

ahh organic character meetups, how clumsy they can be.

we need like, an obligatory bandit fight or something so we can go "I thought you were an NPC!" and you can go "Nope, PC." as you dust off your shoulder.

Very interesting how this has gone & James isn't quite how I thought he would be.

Arishat wrote:

Sir James Durham-Fairfax wrote:

Although which PC doesn't have a tragic dead family/friends cliche ;P

"Why would anyone be sad that their relatives were dead? That means the inheritance will be split less ways." Arishat sniffs.

"Less people to humiliate and cut out. Whom can you annoy more than a relative? And whom do you know more gossip about?"

"Tieflings tend to take that rather personally, and we aren't noted for our forgiving natures. I am of course an exception. Very kind, I am. People say so."

"Whom would dare say otherwise? I am sure they would feel your cutting...tongue."

Back. Internet connection went funky on me and decided I was not worthy. Or something.

good timing then at least heh

Sorry, wasn't trying to exclude anyone Lanthair, or take charge. Just thought it best to keep an eye on any possible escape route, if Lu runs.

I can just see Lanthair getting teased by his kin, calling him 'Mr. Grumpy drawers' or something. I've always felt he's just not been comfortable in his skin.

Lanthair has done surveillance before. He's not the most sociable halfling.

As long as Barel doesn't try to get him drinking. Lanthair has no patience for self-medication. Which might turn out to be interesting.

given what I know of James now, what with the picture, attitude and the sunglasses equivalents, I can only see John Morrison.

does anyone here play Exalted? I've been interested in seeing how that plays, so if there are any links you guys know of to a PbP game, or even one recruiting, let me know! thanks!

Don't know it at all, except by name. I have seen it crop up occasionally on the recruitment forum though, so you might try and raise a group that way.

Exactly, just about created a character for a RL game (see DSX's profile). But I have seen only a couple on the boards in the last few years.

John Morrison or Jim Morrison?

I was thinking Jim Morrison, meself, he he.

yes, the pro wrestler, John Morrison. the profile pic and all that just comes together, granted James prolly isn't that buff...

yes, the pro wrestler, John Morrison. the profile pic and all that just comes together, granted James prolly isn't that buff...

Shocked he (& Melina) hasn't gone to TNA yet, although he did a commercial with Jessica Alba (so that's probably better artistically).

Darn my first roll & a miss :(

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Depends on the demon, devil or angel. In my head that's still true of the more powerful ones. Of course, in order to finish a major immortal of any kind, you'd have to go on some sort of uber-quest. You can't just vanquish Demogorgon with a sword.

I wouldn't worry, Sir James. We're all equally incompetent here.

Now that you have it out of the way, your other attacks are sure to hit!

:I

Incompetence includes your DM. I have a nasty habit of rolling rather badly for my monsters.

I really didn't want to have a preachy Paladin, I REALLY didn't want to play a Paladin that gave ethical lectures, but what just happened....I dunno if I can NOT do something after this fight.

I guess that is depending on who these guys work for...

They won't tell you, that's for sure. They don't share secrets. It would be against their oath. That in itself may give you a clue.

Indeed it does, and it'd explain a few other things, now all we need is ole girl to figure that out IC.

It'll be interesting adding extra relationships to the group, better to have some RP focus then less.

And it'll add to any relationship between the group.

Stupid Question time - I take it (obviously) that the Darkspiral Aura, is not a 'Necrotic Power' even if it is a Necrotic/Psychic ability. And also that my 'Curse Power' that does Necrotic damage is also not a Necrotic power.

I think Barel also needs a save Vs. Weakened.

I think since it is a 'booster' that it does whatever damage the standard attack does.

Well, the Darkspiral is an immediate interrupt - but I would tend to agree. Just making sure.

Both Darkspiral and Curse deliver untyped damge.

Unless it was errata'd the FR book says Darkspiral does 1d6 necrotic & psychic (going to 1d10 in James case). And the Dark-Warlock Paragon path allows James an extra 1d6 Necrotic damage on a curse.

Again I don't expect either would have any extra damage from the Dark Fury Feat or Deathbone Rod but, just checking.

Ah, yes. I do believe you're right. My mistake.

Just note what damage types you're dealing when you deal them then. A pain, I know, but there are resistances and whatnot all over the place. None that are likely to be relevant to you in this particular fight.

I'll try to remember, but you're all rather fancy now and stuff does slip past me.

You have some explaining to do, James.

"Mwahahaha, I killed them all. And I'll do it again." James cackles.

having not read the story yet, I am curious, is this the same James from that game or no?

Different that is based on the card game 'Werewolf', where 1-2 people chosen at random are werewolves (in James case an assassin). Then every 3 days real time the group vote for someone to be lynched & the assassins secretly vote to kill another player.

That James was based upon 'Flashman', as the 1st game I tried to create a nasty character. Although he became nicer, and every though he was memorable. Unfortunately the game is quite tense, but a lot of fun.

Currently, we have a new game going on, HERE. The next one will probably start in 5-6 weeks, we only just started this game. And we try to get as many players as possible.

Flashman reminds me a bit of Ciaphas Cain. Amusing concept.

"My story, you ask? Well if you insist..."

Ah, so that's the trick. All those Inspiring Words getting results below average, and then I threaten Thom with a spanking and he responds well. Now, I just need to know everyone else's secret switches.

"Raya, dear, there's some candy if you don't die."

hrmm, well that changes my course of action...

Drat. I should have looked at the initiative order. Would have been a lot better to give the Adaptive Stratagem bonus to Raya.

I got done what I needed anyway, whew what a big turn!

It certainly helps the team more than fully healing Thom.