I think we should. It would be good to have a 5th player for the game, and we haven't heard from Wabbit in a week now.
Question: Do you guys want Occult stuff included in the adventure path? The themes work quite well throughout Rise of the Runelords, but it also opens up all of the psychic classes and enemies.
I'm good with it. Personally love horror stuff.
If you are only thinking about taking 5 along on this adventure a better selection would be some Arcane caster but if you're open to non-arcane here is
Unchained Monk Scaled Fist 1, Swashbuckler Mouser/Mysterious Avenger, BLoodrager Urban (Celestial), Paladin Holy Tactician 1
Paladin of Chaldira Halfling god of Battle Luck and Mischief
hp 44 max 3lvls plus avg+1 for 4th lvl
init+4
str 8
dex 19
con 14
int 10
wis 10
cha 16
fort +9
reflex +9
Will +3
ac=19 (4dex + 3cha + 1dodge +1size)
fighting defensively Crane style AC=22 (additional+1 dodge, +2defensive)
panache 3/3
move spd=40ft
BAB 4
+8 1d4 18-20x2 p/s Waveblade
(fighting defensively) +6 1d4 18-20x2 p/s
Feats
Armor Proficiency, Heavy
Armor Proficiency, Light
Armor Proficiency, Medium
Combat Reflexes
Crane Style
Dodge
Improved Unarmed Strike
Shield Proficiency
Stunning Fist
Weapon Finesse
Weapon Proficiency, Exotic: Whip
Weapon Proficiency, Martial(all)
Weapon Proficiency, Simple
Special Abilities
AC Bonus
Angelic Attacks
Aura of Good
Avenger Finesse
Bloodrage
Code of Conduct
Controlled Bloodrage
Derring-Do
Detect Evil
Dodging Panache
Draconic Might
Fast Movement
Flurry of Blows
Panache
Swashbuckler Finesse
Underfoot Assault
Weal's Champion
Racial Traits
Fearless
Fleet of Foot
Halfling Luck
Keen Senses
Small
Weapon Familiarity
Character Traits
Giant Slayer
Opportunistic Gambler
Skills
Acro 11
BLuff 8
CLimb 4
Dilpo 7
Disguise 3
Escape Artist 4
Fly 4
INtimidate 6
Perception 8
RIde 4
Stealth 12
I like the idea of Wabbit being from the same town as Cleo. And recently he has been doing caravan guard duty which brings him into town on occasion which makes him familiar with the Sheriff who he has helped out a time or two. Sorry for the delay twas a bit of paralysis by analysis with feat selection. If he is Ok I can put him into a proper pbp stat block. If you would prefer to go with an arcane character I completely understand
I'm thinking of taking some wizard levels myself because honestly, I've got the most important part of a Rogue. I might also start taking Bard levels and retraining not sure yet. Just know this next level will be rogue.
Here's what I have so far. Please let me know if you'd like to edit anything. I plan to post this on a new recruitment thread in 1-2 days. Hopefully we get a few bites even this close to Christmas.
I had a bit of a nostalgia trip when making this.
Hello everyone! My dedicated party is looking for 1-2 new players who are interested in playing the second chapter of Rise of the Runelords, The Skinsaw Murders. You do not need to have played through chapter one in order to apply, we're just looking for kind, fun, and reliable folks!
This adventure is very much a power fantasy, but you will be slaying your way through some very dark and potentially disturbing environments and/or circumstances. Player discretion is advised.
Level 4
Max hp for level 1-3, then half+1 for level 4
20 point buy
Final ability scores no higher than 18, and no lower than 8
6,000gp for all classes. You cannot spend more than half on a single item
1 Trait + 1 Campaign Trait, no drawbacks
Core races are preferred (but not mandatory), non-RP alternative racial traits are fine (but please document them), no custom races please
No evil alignments, CN must be willing to work as a group
Core, base, alternative, hybrid, occult, and unchained classes are allowed. No 3pp, no playtests, no path of war or psionics please
Background skills from unchained are allowed.
Variant multiclassing is allowed.
Stamina is free for Fighters, and is a feat for any other class.
Characters can get skill unlocks as a feat.
I reserve the right to...
Change aspects of the Adventure Path, though I will not change the core story
Roll the player's initiative
Kill PCs and NPCs
Award PCs with bonuses and items that are not found in any rulebook
Tweak/rewrite enemy abilities
DMPC your character if you've been absent for a long period of time
Level ups will be done after completing a milestone, usually after a night's rest.
There will be different ways to accomplish an "encounter", be it by combat, diplomacy, intrigue, sneaking, etc.
I plan to have traps, poisons, diseases, puzzles, etc to further enhance the game beyond "I kill all the things!"
We have nothing against optimized characters, but please note that the story has always been more important than character builds. Having some personality and/or mechanical flaws would be appreciated.
Metagaming, spoilers, harassing players, and verbal abuse are all serious offenses. Please play respectfully.
Please include in your application...
At least 1 paragraph detailing your character's recent life, along with their goals and interests. It's okay if you want to use point form for this.
A reason why Sheriff Hemlock of the village of Sandpoint has reached out to you, in hopes that you will come help investigate a murder.
Posting expectation is 1/week minimum. We are a fairly slow game, but I still expect people to contribute.
Recruitment will go on until the 17th of December.
We currently have:
- A shoanti human barbarian
- A halfling cleric of Erastil
- A taldan human rogue
- A halfling dodge tank of various multiclasses
We would like (but do not require)
- Someone with the K. Arcana skill
- Someone with the K. Planes skill
- Someone with the Survival skill
This is not for PFS
Guns are in the emerging stage, so they are full price
There will be some time for crafting, professions, artistry, and performances. Usually at the end of a chapter.
People who have DMed or played through this adventure are still welcome! Just keep your player knowledge to yourself please.
Greetings and thank you for having read this far.
I am a Canadian man who has run games for roughly 5 years. I am experienced with the Pathfinder, 5E D&D, and Open Legend systems. These games have been my passion ever since I discovered them, and I always aspire to improve to be the best DM I can become.
My group and I have been playing for about two and a half years. We've had some very slow times, but each of us are very dedicated to this game. We're very supportive of each other, and treat others with respect.
Now let's kill stuff, eh?
I'm happy to have Wabbit in our group. I think his mischief making could be very fun ^^
Finished updating the Story So Far
Sounds solid to me Fox - we have been playing this for two and a half years? WOW!
The recruitment draft seems solid, and yep, I remember this recruitment thread very well ;)
Ready through the 'Story So Far' a couple days back before going on vacations - it is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks man.
Regarding Occult - I know close to zero about it, so can't really offer an educated opinion. It seems to allow some crazy shennanigans, but then again that's not different from the rest of Pathfinder. If you think it fits nicely Fox, I'll trust your judgement. Not sure I am a big fan of classic horror, but I am definitely a fan of dark, grim, sad tales.
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And dang Wabbit, here I was thinking I multiclassed too much :D
Looks good DM, also since I forgot, yes, I'm perfectly good with Occult stuff
"I'm happy to have Wabbit in our group. I think his mischief making could be very fun "
--I've never thought of a Paladin as a mischief-maker...this is going to be a new one for me.
"And dang Wabbit, here I was thinking I multiclassed too much :D"
--I'm sorry...I just CAN'T help myself! The good news is that even with all this multiclassing Wabbits DPR will be WAY less than Helgarr or Maria. What he WILL do is invade the Baddies space providing flanking for Maria and make it harder for them to hit Helgarr or Maria as Wabbit dances between their legs trying to poke some sensitive parts.
Hi guys,
Helgarr told about this game and that you were looking for more players so I'd like to apply.
I'm still not sure about my character though.
I see that you probably need some sort of an arcane caster but I am an arcanist in another game I'm playing so I was thinking of something different, maybe a witch?
What do you guys think? I'll probably be able to cover the knowledges part, even if they are cross class
Otherwise... maybe investigator for the skills or psychic for the weird factor?
I've never played Rise of the Runelords so I don't know if there's one that is better than the others
Thanks
Thanks for your trust, Helgarr. If it helps, I plan to make Occult more of a side flavour than a full course. You will definitely have plenty of dark, grim, and sad tales. While psionic casting is different, there are still counters to it (usually in things like fear effects), and the spells they use are mostly utilitarian rather than damage-focused. I think it will add another layer to round out our game, but if things do go crazy I will not hesitate to reel the PC back in.
Yes isn't it incredible that we've been playing for two and a half years? The dedication each of us have had is inspiring. Thanks again for sticking with us.
Speak of the devil, there's our 5th player. Welcome, Brelin. All of those ideas are viable and could fit in the game quite nicely. I recommend just going with what you want to play, and I'll find a way to fill in the rest.
Ok, nice!
I'll start on my witch and when I have something I'll show you so you can tell me what you think
Thanks, and I look forward to seeing it.
Loot list has been updated and added to all the other links. I highly recommend that you take a day to liquidate all the junk, identify anything that Cleo hasn't found any success with, and buy any gear that you want. You can't kill enemies by throwing gold pieces at them. ^^
I'm gonna do that on day 1 ;)
Maria and Cleo, please make sure to lay claim to the items in the loot list you want.
EDIT: I've pointed out a few which may be useful for Helgarr. Also fox, any chance of putting some sort of 'unidentified' tag next to the ones which are still missing identification? I'm having a hard time knowing which ones are magical, but not identified :P
And yep, thanks a lot for dropping by Brelin - I am curious about that Witch since I don't know much about them. Only time I actually built one, she was more of a Magus with some White Haired Witch thrown in the mix (The Defiler build) - never got to play her though...
Sure thing Helgarr, I'm on it
Heeeerrrrreees WABBIT ;)
still have some gear to buy and go over the sheet some more to make sure I didn't miss anything.
I've made a few notes about things I want and things I might find useful.
Welcome Brelin! And welcome back Wabbit! Cleo is happy to know you.
Okay Loot List! I moved all the things that had notes about potentially taking up to the top, then a section on stuff to identify, then the rest would be up for sale. Double check me please. Maria the dogslicer you mentioned wanting it small sized in case you didn't notice.
Also didn't we find a magic sword. Looking... looooking.... yes!
"This spiky, smoking red longsword functions as a +1 Longsword.
As long as the sword is being wielded (not worn), the user gains 5 resistance to fire damage.
Once per day, the longsword can be commanded to erupt into flame and upon a successful melee attack, deliver a Touch of Combustion spell in addition to the regular damage delivered (although, the user could use a touch attack to deliver only the spell). The command word is ghâsh. After the attack has been delivered, the longsword loses it's smokey red coloration and turns to a dark ash color until the next day."
I added it to the weapons section if that is okay Treasure. I think Ali had it so I understand if you decide he left with it.
Whatever we end up with money wise I think we need to invest in enchanting your weapons, Maria and Helgarr. That ghost battle was rough. If we have enough that is. Otherwise keep the red sword and short sword.
Normally I would say that Ali and Vandra's stuff would be off limits, but that is a fun (and powerful) sword. You guys can have it, and I'll reduce some of the wealth found later on to compensate.
Everything looks good. Thanks Cleo
Maria, I think your saves are the worst so you can have the cloak if you want. Halflings have excellent saves :)
With a full party again, Cleo will go cleric instead of ranger. More of you means, more of you to heal.
AGGAH!
I was going to wait and see on the cloak. And as determined earlier with Treasurefox, in a medium creature's hand a dogslicer can be a dagger. It's what my current weapon is anyways. Though I need to double check two weapon fighting and figure out if it's worth it (which would also mean I'd need to get two weapon fighting.)
AGGAH!!
Now to get hero lab to stop yelling at me about her...
Day 1 of 6:
- Helgarr is trading loots and identifying items
- Maria is resting
- Orik is resting
Day 2 of 6:
- Maria is resting
- Orik is resting
- I don't think the event with Shalelu would cost you the day
Day 3 of 6:
- Maria is resting
Day 4 of 6:
- Kill Malfeshnekor?
Cleo's first day would probably be identifying what she could. Second day buying gear for Aggah and herself. Third, I guess she could pass the day working in the inn, cooking and such, earning her room and board.
No, third day will need to be spent trying to find out anything anyone knows about Malfeshnekor. Maybe start with the guy in the book store, see if we can get the books translated. Cleo took a rank in linguistics, maybe she can study Thassilonian?
Adding the owner of the book store to the story so far since I back tracked to find his name :)
New ability learned. Major Magic: Vanish. Maria can now become invisible twice a day (smiles evilly)
Screw it. New plan. Maria's gonna pick up some wizard levels in the near future to qualify for arcane trickster.
So previous youth are the two you picked up in the very beginning correct? Leaving two weapon fighting to be the feat from third level. Major magic is the thief ability you picked... don't you have minor magic as well?
I tried looking at your sheet Maria, but there are too many things I do not know mixed up in one place :P
But, you are Human and level 4, so that means three (3) feats, unless you took Combat Trick from Rogue, which could up the count to 4.
Yeah, I'll do a more thorough inventory later and rearrange my traits, feats, and talents.
So guys,
I've got my witch almost done, it's a caster/debuffer with a few tricks. I was thinking of a creepy card reader with bone talismans and creepy rituals. "Da cards say tha' death is around da corner. Maybe it is ours, maybe not. But da spirits need company".
Just a few questions:
1) How do you want to treat extra spells known? Can I just buy scrolls and add them to my spellbook/deck?
2) Is the background too much? At one point I felt that I could write so much more but maybe I am going in a totally different direction of what you want
If everything's ok, I'll finish the equipment next
Since familiars can learn spells from scrolls for the witch I'd say you can learn new spells for the bharrrow deck. The flavor just needs changing.
Like you use the study the scroll to see new connections in the deck to make a new spell available.
Will get a gameplay post up by the end of the day.busy Nursing a girlfriend that just came out of surgery
The Indescribable is correct.
Feel free to write as much as you like. I love what I'm hearing.
Stats look good, but I'm pretty sure your languages are a bit off. The only 'fiendish' languages are Abyssal (demons) and Infernal (devils). Also, I'm pretty sure your Scholar of the Ancients trait gives you Thassilonian, the language of the ancient humans.
I just had a thought. There's an NPC in Sandpoint that the players haven't encountered. As written, Risa Magravi is a very old storyteller who owns a small tavern called Risa's place. She is a very mysterious figure who divines people's fortunes. She leaves the day to day stuff for her three adult children.
What we could do is change Risa to your character's mother and make her a full-blown fortune-teller. Your character could be one of the three adult kids. The rest of your background is unchanged.
Is that of interest to you?
Reorganized my character sheet, was definitely missing a feat. Yay.
Excellent, if Brelin knows Thassilonian, Cleo will spend her rank in linguistics on Elven. Hannah could be teaching her along the way. Posting in gameplay about hunting down general knowledge of our enemy.
Ok, good idea about the background
I'll switch the languages a bit
Nice intro Brelin - spooky and enigmatic, as it should be :D
Ok, so loot selling thus far looks good - I'm not sure how exactly we will split it, but assuming it costs 2300 gold to upgrade a weapon to +1, or 2000 if already Masterwork, our shares should probably cut it. After first pass with Weapons and Armor, we seem to be at 7413.7 gold total.
We also need to take into account getting another wand of CLW, etc - how are we on that front Cleo?
Disclaimer: I am not accounting Brelin or Wabbit for this ;)
EDIT: Maria, we have got some stuff that I think needs to be appraised - I think you could roll for it? The list seems to be:
Tiny silver tiara
2 silver symbols of a 3 eyed jackal
A beautifully crafted elven flute
Bag of gold dust, bag of silver dust
48 charges in the current wand, so no worries. Plus some potions.
I gotta rework Maria when I get home then I'll do that. Changed my mind about going rogue this level and am going wizard so I can progress towards arcane trickster.
Second day of purchasing, I'd like for Cleo to buy the Mwk Chain Shirt listed at Savah's Armory, if it can be small of course. Plus a light crossbow, 20 bolts, and long spear for Aggah. She'll get Cleo's mwk studded leather for armor.
125 gold for chain shirt (50% off)
17.5 gold for crossbow (50% off)
2 gold for bolts
2.5 gold for spear (50% off)
If the chain shirt could come out of the party haul, I'd appreciate that. The rest she can cover for Aggah. I think you and Maria should enchant weapons first. That will put us at betwen 4000 and 4600 spent. Or if Maria would rather get a ring of protection since she is becoming magical now :) same amount really.
Or she could go with no possibility of catching anyone in a foot race and just buy a small breastplate. It would put her up to a 20ac or 21 when using her buckler. Helgarr would have to carry her though if we have to run away again.
Brelin, would you mind describing how your character looks? Thanks
EDIT: Maria, we have got some stuff that I think needs to be appraised - I think you could roll for it? The list seems to be:
Tiny silver tiara
2 silver symbols of a 3 eyed jackal
A beautifully crafted elven flute
Bag of gold dust, bag of silver dust
Maria, can you help with the Appraise?
Cleo, as far as the purchasing goes, it sounds solid to me - just let me finish the selling and we can tally the final values for each one of us?
As for the weapon enchant, I'm just thinking whether we should go the straightforward way, and keep the magical weapons we come across by chance, or go through the process required to enchant other, different ones which we may prefer for some reason. What do you think?
I have no issues in carrying Cleo if we need to run, by the way :D I'm just not buying that breastplate because I only plan to dip Fighter next level, so no proficiency sucks for now.
Sure, though Cleo's purchasing will be a drop in the bucket compared to you and Maria, I think.
So things we need to do before we leave
Appraise the last stuff
Identify the remaining items
Decide what to do with the rest (you've sold the armor and weapons already, correct?)
Meet and assimalate our new party members.
Anything else?
Treasure do you want us to roleplay through the days or make summary posts to continue quicker, at least to get us to the last one so Brelin and Wabbit aren't waiting on us.