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This is the discussion thread for Darkmeer's Expedition to the Demonweb Pits (and possibly more) PbP game.
Post your completed character here, and once all 10 of us are ready, I'll get the initial post up in the PbP section for the adventure(s).
This thread will be noted in my profile, in case we ever need it.
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Comrades in arms, while we may all believe in freedom, we shall be venturing forth against the drow, that race of evil nasty bad creatures who we love to be if not for the +1 level adjustment. For which reason, I move that one of our number should be nominally designated leader, preferably someone who has strategic and tactical accumen to help us survive our foray against the drow. Do I hear a nomination to the post?
Well, since we don't yet know we're going up against the Drow as characters(correct me if I'm wrong, DM), I nominate the Paladin of Tyr for his unimpeachable moral character and dedication to the values of Law and Goodness.
You're correct about the initial information. The characters do not have knowledge that they will face drow initially.
Kara: Once the background is up, you're set.
Onyx: Thanks for the update :)
Corvax: Nothing glaring out as wrong (or silliness). The only request is that over your special abilities, please put a header with the domain name. (I know which ones they are, but just in case I forget about it later). Many thanks. Otherwise you're set.
All: Since you are in Cormyr, and you are going to be adventuring together, there will be a charter involved. The naming that Radavel has suggested would be helpful. The charter will be provided at no charge, initially, as I don't want to burden the party with the charter, especially for the adventures involved.
One question: are you all adventuring together, or is will I need to bring you all together? This is handy to know, and will affect the first few posts I make.
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Something like we all wake up with a magic tattoo that's going to kill us in 7 days, and only with us ALL cooperating can we free ourselves.
Ah, the good old wake up with a bunch of strangers start. I have played so many Spycraft one shots that begin like that.
Also, being bought together would be good, introductions and whatnot.
All: Since you are in Cormyr, and you are going to be adventuring together, there will be a charter involved. The naming that Radavel has suggested would be helpful. The charter will be provided at no charge, initially, as I don't want to burden the party with the charter, especially for the adventures involved.
One question: are you all adventuring together, or is will I need to bring you all together? This is handy to know, and will affect the first few posts I make.
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Well, if we are all adventuring together, perhaps we're called the Darkwood or Ironwood Company. It would be better if we all knew each other. The process of bringing characters together for the first time during Play-by-Post does add about a week to the beginning.
If I get a vote, I like the Ironwood Company for the name of your group via the charter. I also agree with Greene (Warforged Gardener) that having you all know each other from the beginning makes much more sense, it would shorten the first part of the adventure by several posts (which, in most cases, takes an additional week or two to complete). I can write a post for either way, but I think that knowing each other would be best to jump right into the adventure, and start slaying drow and their allies.
Perhaps you all met in the Dales? It would come to pass as a group who has been investigating the rumors that someone is in Myth Drannor, when your group gets a letter from a merchant friend in Tilverton. This way you all have met, and have a common link with the merchant in Tilverton. The merchant can be any number of things, but likely is someone who deals in "antiquities" (relics, and other such things). Perhaps he has been trading with some of the Dales for some of the antique elven goods they run across, that aren't being used or are dangerous.
Characters Ready:
Sunaj
Greene
Kane
Finrod
Corvax
Onyx
Huergar
Sir Basil
Not ready:
Kara
Davin
(this is a good sign we'll start on time :) )
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Perhaps you all met in the Dales? It would come to pass as a group who has been investigating the rumors that someone is in Myth Drannor, when your group gets a letter from a merchant friend in Tilverton. This way you all have met, and have a common link with the merchant in Tilverton. The merchant can be any number of things, but likely is someone who deals in "antiquities" (relics, and other such things). Perhaps he has been trading with some of the Dales for some of the antique elven goods they run across, that aren't being used or are dangerous.
DM:
Greene:
Kara:
1: When referring to you from NPC's, you want to be called "Lyra," by your background. Just making sure before I start posting the wrong thing.
2: What is in your "standard adventuring gear?" My assumption is rope, 5 days of rations, a backpack, bedroll, and two sets of clothes. If I am incorrect please correct me. Otherwise, I like the character, and I'm happy to approve everything.
One character to go!
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Kara:
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NPC's that don't know her may 'confuse' with Kara of the Silver Hair, but she'll just say she gets that all the time. Her family on the other hadn(and the people from the carnival) will know her on sight. I should really put some ranks in disguise...
Thank you. I like it when a character is more invested in the plight of a quest-giver. Rounds Greene out a little more.Greene:
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Greene:
What form does your fiendish heritage take? I'm curious, as not all Tieflings have the same features. Do you want the standard devil horns & ill presence, or are you more exotic?
Thank you. I like it when a character is more invested in the plight of a quest-giver. Rounds Greene out a little more.Greene:
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My background takes Huergar from Damara to Impultur then by sea to the Dalelands. That last part I left vague so the DM can take some liberties to mesh Huergar's story with the group.
I like the name Ironwood Company. Huergar was once apprenticed to a merchant, and other merchants play prominently in his background, so it makes sense he would seek out that type of person when arriving in a new place. Finrod dislikes towns, but Huergar enjoys the comforts and opportunities of civilization. Both Huergar and Finrod have experienced abuse at the hands of goblins. Corvax also has goblins in his past.
I think Huergar would be drawn to Kane because he admires his skills; also that he is nimble (something Huergar is not).
Sir Basil is widely traveled, and it's possible he and Huergar met during Huergar's sea voyage to the Dalelands. Huergar's lawful goodness is a private matter that he takes for granted and doesn't give much thought. He will not easily grasp the motivation of the paladins.
Huergar is more comfortable in the company of humans than dwarves. He has no affinity for magic, so Onyx would be interesting to Huergar mostly because of his knowledge.
It's unclear how Huergar will take to the others, with their CN alignments or monstrous characteristics. Should be fun to see how it plays out!
Kane ready!!
Shouldn't your BAB be +6/+1? (I think +1 for small size is not part of BAB.) Also, it seems like you're short some ability points. I count Str11-2+4 (1), Dex 17+2 (13), Con14 (5), Int12 (2), Wis13 (3), Cha 10+2 (0) = 24 point buy, and where are the two ability score boosts for your character level?
Kane ready!!Shouldn't your BAB be +6/+1? (I think +1 for small size is not part of BAB.) Also, it seems like you're short some ability points. I count Str11-2+4 (1), Dex 17+2 (13), Con14 (5), Int12 (2), Wis13 (3), Cha 10+2 (0) = 24 point buy, and where are the two ability score boosts for your character level?
Good catch Minkscooter (I honestly didn't catch it). Kane, you're welcome to fix it, and call yourself ready again.
As to the PbP itself, since that one thing shouldn't stop us from starting (hey, I like getting a head start, and possibly an extra post in), HERE is the opening post for the campaign. It has been noted in my profile, so that makes it easier (I hope).
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Don't they? Huh, been doing it wrong a long time then. I shall fix it promptly.
In other news I just broke two bones in my leg so I am pretty much guaranteed to post whenever I can for the next two weeks at least. I am a captive audience.
May you be healed of your injuries soon! Seriously, I appreciate the ability to post whenever, but breaking two bones just stinks as the reason to be able to do it.
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