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Xaaon of Korvosa, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 11:06 AM

Well it appears that two of my players have fallen off the face of Paizo, therefore to keep my game running, I'll need some replacements. two replacements... If you're familiar with CotCT, that next scene is All the World's Meat. I've been running this game since the former DM dropped it, please I'm looking for players that will stick with it.


LoreKeeper, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 12:42 PM

Hi :) I've been getting curious about pbp; it would be a novel form of play for me that I'd like to try. If you'll have me, I'll be glad to join in. I'm not familiar with the scene All World's Meat (although I am a part of a real-world group playing CotCT - we recently cleared the sunken ship of nasty affliction). If I'm accepted, what are the rules, what level character should I design for? Wealth, etc - and what are the house rules and guidelines that I should be aware of? Thanks!


LoreKeeper, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 12:45 PM

Oh, if you're keen - my girlfriend would play too; that covers you for two characters :)


Max Hellspont, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 12:47 PM

I am interested as well. I am currently playing in three PbP's here at Paizo, so I am familiar with the PbP process. I know nothing about Curse of the Crimson Throne adventures - I have a pdf of the players guide, and that's it. I would be willing to play any class needed. Thanks!


Camris, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 12:49 PM

Throw my hat in the ring! I think I have the players guide, but nothing else for Curse of the Crimson Throne.


Xaaon of Korvosa, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 12:57 PM

The characters I lost were the rogue and a paladin. 25 pt buy. 2nd level. Submit character concepts.


Endraca, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 01:08 PM

Hey, I'm with LoreKeeper. I would like to try PbP out, never done it before I died resently as a rogue in CotCT and came back as a paladin :P Anyways, what classes are the people that are still in the game?


Xaaon of Korvosa, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 02:00 PM

Endraca wrote: Hey, I'm with LoreKeeper. I would like to try PbP out, never done it before I died resently as a rogue in CotCT and came back as a paladin :P Anyways, what classes are the people that are still in the game? Fighter (played as a DMPC) Sorceror (Last original player) & Cleric (recruited with the last round)


LoreKeeper, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 02:04 PM

Quote: Panish Valimer (human paladin, favored class paladin - staying with the core class for the duration of the campaign) Panish is a servant of Iomedae. He considers Khorvosa a treasured home, having risen from the folds of the street to a respected knight of the Church of Iomedae. Although his superiors find him lacking in the strength to carry a fight on the front line, his warm report with the citizens of Khorvosa and his devotion to Iomedae endear him to most. He sets forth on order of the church to aid Khorvosa in its time of need. Str - 12 Dex - 10 Con - 13 Int - 14 Wis - 12 Cha - 17 (+2 human = 19) 2 + 0 + 3 + 5 + 2 + 13 = 25 Feats: human - Weapon Focus (Longsword) level 1 - Skill Focus (Diplomacy) Traits: campaign - Addicted Friend (+2 on Gather Information) core - Child of the Temple (+1 on Knowledge (nobility) and (religion)) Skills (2 ranks each) Diplomacy, Heal, Knowledge (nobility), Knowledge (religion), Sense Motive (Favored class bonus in HP on each level) Do you need more detail (equipment, etc) - or more elaboration on any of the other areas?


Endraca, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 03:12 PM

Here is my idea for my character, please let me know if you need any more detail for consideration: Aliandara Leloric Human Female Rogue lvl2 NG (want to become a shadowdancer at lvl 6) STR 13 DEX 17 (+2 human = 19) CON 14 INT 12 WIS 12 CHA 10 Feats: Human - Dodge Lvl1 - Mobility Rogue Talent lvl2 Finesse Rogue Traits: Skill Ranks: Favoured class bonus in skill points on each level Acrobatics 2 Climb 2 Disable Device 2 Escape Artist 2 Knowledge Dungeoneering 1 Knowledge Local 1 Perception 2 Perform Dance 2 Sleight of Hand 2 Stealth 2 Swim 2 Use Magic Device 2 Traits: Background trait: Orphaned Reactionary Orphaned at a young age, Aliandara was saved the fate of going to the Slope orphanage by her eldest brother. He took in his fellow siblings and each did what they could to bring in some money. Aliandara did what she can, first trying to have a "respectable" job dancing as her mother did, but soon had to supplement it with more unlawful, sinister pursuits. She is very protective of her family, willing to do anything to keep them safe and create a good life for them.


Xaaon of Korvosa, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 03:37 PM

Oh, two traits as well.


cryptictravler, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 04:02 PM

Are you open to adding more than two PCs? I am definitely interested and have a character in mind if it is an option.


Max Hellspont, Wed, Oct 28, 2009, 06:35 PM

Looks like you already have plenty of good people ready to go. I will respectfully bow out. Happy Gaming!


Camris, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 01:44 AM

Here is my basic concept, bear in mind I am still fleshing him out. Sarget Dolph Drakus Human LN Fighter L2 St 16 Dx 12 Con 16 Int 10 Wis 10 Cha 14 HP 25 Sgt. Drakus was an up and coming officer of the Korvosan Guard, until on assignment the family of a high official was killed while under his protection detail. He was the only survivor, so suspicion fell on him and he was framed by the testimony of a local fisherman. Drakus tricked the fisherman into revealing that local gangster Gaedron Lamm was behind it, but the witness was killed before he could testify. Because the only witness was dead, the charges were dismissed against Sgt. Drakus. His reputation is badly tarnished however, and whispers of "Coward" and "Murderer" still haunt him. Maybe if he could get Gaedron Lamm he could recover his good name. Feeling somewhat guilty about letting that family be killed, he will protect those who need it with his tower shield. Base Attack +2 Fort Save: +6 Ref Save: +1 Will Save: +0 Bravery +1 to Fear Saves FEATS- 1 General, 1 Human Bonus, 2 Fighter Bonus Shield Focus- +1 to Shield AC Combat Reflexes- Stand Still- Power Attack- TRAITS-


Xaaon of Korvosa, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 09:46 AM

cryptictravler wrote: Are you open to adding more than two PCs? I am definitely interested and have a character in mind if it is an option. possibly...I can handle up to 6. I will have to adjust some of the encounters, make some of the encounters beffier...mmm beefy...


Xaaon of Korvosa, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 10:15 AM

Camris wrote: Here is my basic concept, bear in mind I am still fleshing him out. Sarget Dolph Drakus Human LN Fighter L2 St 16 Dx 12 Con 16 Int 10 Wis 10 Cha 14 HP 25 Sgt. Drakus was an up and coming officer of the Korvosan Guard, until on assignment the family of a high official was killed while under his protection detail. He was the only survivor, so suspicion fell on him and he was framed by the testimony of a local fisherman. Drakus tricked the fisherman into revealing that local gangster Gaedron Lamm was behind it, but the witness was killed before he could testify. Because the only witness was dead, the charges were dismissed against Sgt. Drakus. His reputation is badly tarnished however, and whispers of "Coward" and "Murderer" still haunt him. Maybe if he could get Gaedron Lamm he could recover his good name. Feeling somewhat guilty about letting that family be killed, he will protect those who need it with his tower shield. Base Attack +2 Fort Save: +6 Ref Save: +1 Will Save: +0 Bravery +1 to Fear Saves FEATS- 1 General, 1 Human Bonus, 2 Fighter Bonus Shield Focus- +1 to Shield AC Combat Reflexes- Stand Still- Power Attack- TRAITS- Lamm is already dead at this point.


LoreKeeper, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 12:06 PM

Lamm was a blight onto Korvosa, his passing will be mourned by few.


Xaaon of Korvosa, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 12:51 PM

Here's where we're at, Lamm is dead, The King is dead, Queen Ileosa has been requesting the aid of heroes...The rest of the party was brought to Castle Korvosa and have just talked to field Marshall Cressida, that's where the new players will enter, you will have been seen doing heroic deeds by those under Cressida's command and were brought to her.


Xaaon of Korvosa, Thu, Oct 29, 2009, 01:55 PM

OK Camric, LoreKeeper, Endraca, you're in. Finish your characters so we can be rolling on Monday. please. =D standard gold for 2nd level, no more than half your gold on a single item.


Xaaon of Korvosa, Fri, Oct 30, 2009, 02:28 PM

Here's the link to the active game.. Curse of the Crimson Throne ACT III


Sgt. Drakus, Sat, Oct 31, 2009, 07:01 PM

Camris here! Presenting Sargent Dolph Drakus... ___________________________________________________________________ Sargent Dolph Drakus Decurion of Legio XV (Ileona's Fist) Human FighterL2 LN STR 16 +3 DEX 14 +2 CON 16 +3 INT 10 +0 WIS 10 +0 CHA 12 +1 APPEARANCE 6' tall, 220 lbs, dark hair cut high and tight, blue eyes, generally flinty of demeanor but good looking as well. He wears armor and equipment of official Korvosan Guard issue. PERSONALITY: Sargent Drakus thrived on the duty and discipline of the army, and expects the same of others. Feeling guilty about letting that family be killed on his watch, and desiring to recover his good name, he will not let anyone else down for lack of discipline. Having known injustice however, he is becoming a little more empathetic; sliding towards "Good" as well as Lawful. BACKGROUND: A son of a local city blacksmith, he joined the Korvosan Guard at an early age and quickly made it a career. He was an up and coming officer of the XV Legion of the Korvosan Guard, until on assignment the family of a high Magistrate was killed while under his protection detail. Out on a patrol sweep at the time of the attack, he was the only survivor. As a political sop to the family, he was unjustly convicted by his superiors of cowardice and given 100 lashes, scarring his back badly. His reputation is badly tarnished, and whispers of "Coward" still haunt him. His presence now an embarassment, his superiors want to unload him on the next available suicide mission. Current HP: 26 (100%) Max HP >>: 26 Fighter(10+8)+ Constitution 2x(+3) + Favored class 2x(+1) DEFENSE AC 23 -- Touch AC 12 -- Flat-Footed AC 21 ------ * If fighting Defensively, AC 25 -- Touch AC 14-- * If Total Defense, AC 27-- Touc AC 16 >Armor AC+7, Shield AC+4, Dexterity AC+2 SAVES ----TOTAL = Class + Stat FORT +6 = 3 + 3 REFL +2 = 0 + 2 WILL +2 = 0 + 0 + 2 (Iron Will) +1 Saves vs Fear [Bravery] SPEED 20ft. = 30ft base (20ft wearing heavy armor) SKILLS: SKILLS-- 6 Ranks TRAINED 7 CLIMB (1 Ranks+3 Str+3 Trained Class) 1 HEAL (1 Ranks+ 0 Wis+0 Untrained Non-Class) 5 INTIMIDATE (1 Ranks+1 Cha+3 Trained Class) 4 KNOWLEDGE (Dungeoneering)(1 Ranks+0 Int+3 Trained Class) 1 KNOWLEDGE (Nobility)(1 Ranks+ 0 Int+0 Trained Non-Class) 7 SWIM (1 Ranks+3 Str+3 Trained Class) UNTRAINED 2 ACROBATICS (0 Ranks+2 Dex+0 Untrained Non-Class) 1 BLUFF (0 Ranks+1 Cha+0 Untrained Non-Class) 0 CRAFT (0 Ranks+0 Int+0 Untrained Class) 1 DIPLOMACY (0 Ranks+1 Cha+0 Untrained Non-Class) 1 DISGUISE (0 Ranks+1 Cha+0 Untrained Non-Class) 2 ESCAPE ARTIST (0 Ranks+2 Dex+0 Untrained Non-Class) 2 FLY (0 Ranks+2 Dex+0 Untrained Non-Class) X KNOWLEDGE (Arcana) [No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (Engineering)(0 Ranks+0 Int+0 Untrained Class) X KNOWLEDGE (Geography)[No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (History)[No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (Local)[No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (Nature)[No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (Planes) [No can use untrained] X KNOWLEDGE (Religion)[No can use untrained] 0 PERCEPTION (0 Ranks+ 0 Wis+0 Untrained Non-Class) 1 PERFORM _ (0 Ranks+1 Cha+0 Untrained Non-Class) 2 RIDE (0 Ranks+2 Dex+0 UnTrained Class) 0 SENSE MOTIVE (0 Ranks+ 0 Wis+0 Untrained Non-Class) 2 STEALTH (0 Ranks+2 Dex+0 Untrained Non-Class) 0 SURVIVAL (0 Ranks+ 0 Wis+0 Untrained Class) LANGUAGES Chelish/Common COMBAT: INITIATIVE +2 BASE ATTACKS: +2 Combat Maneuver Bonus +0 WEAPONS -------------AttackBonus-------- Dam---- Crit---- RngInc LONGSWORD------- +5 (+2+3)----- 1D8+3----- 19-20/x2 TRIDENT, M.W.------- +7 (+2+3+1+1)----------1D8+3---------20/x2 ---- 10ft (Brace) JAVELIN---------------- +4 (+2+2)----------1D6+3---------20/x2 ---- 30ft FLAIL-------------- +5 (+2+3)----- 1D8+3----- 20/x2 --- (Disarm,Trip) DAGGER---------------- +5 (+2+3)---------- 1D4+3----- 19-20/x2---10ft >>>Thrown----------- +4 (+2+2) ABILITIES AND FEATS Spoiler:* FEATS General (1) >SHIELD FOCUS: Add +1 to Shield AC when using a shield. >POWER ATTACK: Add +4 bonus to damage, subtract -2 to hit. Human bonus (1) >IRON WILL -- +2 to Will Saves. Fighter bonus (1) >WEAPON FOCUS (Trident)-- +1 to hit with Trident. FIGHTER Abilities >BRAVERY-- +1 to Will Saves versus Fear. Campaign Bonus Traits(2) TRAITS- >ARMOR EXPERT: You have worn armor as long as you can remember as part of your training. You’ve grown used to moving in such suits with relative grace. When you wear armor of any sort, reduce that suit’s armor check penalty by 1, to a minimum check penalty of 0. >NATURAL-BORN LEADER: You’ve always found yourself in positions where others look up to you as a leader, and you can distinctly remember an event from your early childhood where you led several other children to accomplish a goal that each of you individually could not. All cohorts, followers, or summoned creatures under your leadership gain a +1 morale bonus on Will saves to avoid mind-affecting effects. If you ever take the Leadership feat, you gain a +1 trait bonus to your Leadership score. Occupational Background: Soldier >Bonus Class skills: (+1 Competence bonus) Character Drawback: MARKED: You are marked with scars from the punishment for cowardice -2 to Bluff and Diplomacy and +2 to Intimidate to those who recognize the marks (most of the time). Also add 5 to the DC when trying to adjust NPC attitude. EQUIPMENT: CARRY CAP: L-76 lbs., M-153 lbs, H-230 lbs. Currently 5 platinum, 20 gold, 2 silver, 5 copper, POTIONS, Cure Light Wounds x4 (200gp) LONGSWORD TRIDENT, Mastework (315 gp) JAVELINS, x3 FLAIL SHORTSWORD DAGGER BANDED ARMOR, Masterwork (400gp): +7 Armor AC, -5 Armor check penalty, Max Dex bonus +1 TOWER SHIELD, Masterwork (180gp): -- +4 Shield AC bonus, -9 Armor check penalty, Max Dex +2, can grant cover. The tower shield is emblazoned with the insignia of Legio XV (Ileona's Fist) Backpack Bedroll Blanket Craft Tool set, field Flint and Steel Lamp, Common Lamp Oil x2 flasks Musical Instrument, Horn Pouch Torches x5 Trail Rations, 10 days Waterskin xp 1,000


Panish Valimer, Sun, Nov 1, 2009, 12:47 PM

LoreKeeper here :) (reply a bit cut-down now, stupid boards ate my original post grrr) Panish Valimer, male human paladin Appearance: Panish has almost girlishly good looks, exotic features such as olive skin and narrow eyes betraying his mixed heritage as a street urchin. His long blond hair is typically tied neatly into a tail. Despite the strenuous combat training at the church his body remains small and lithe. Personality: Easy to smile and warm-hearted, Panish is popular with the vast majority of the populace. He is engaging, his intellect and extensive education in religious philosophy make him a popular speaker at religious ceremonies. His early childhood keeps him grounded and allows him to understand the plight of those that live off the street; and he is eternally grateful to the church to accept him into its fold. Background: As a small child Panish escaped an orphanage - the lack of effort made to find him lends testimony to his lowly ancestry. He spent his early childhood as a member of various gangs, running simple scams and rackets. Around the age of 12 he attempted to swindle the church of Iomedae, involving elaborate lies of dreams and visions - only to be visited in a dream by Iomedae stating that she'd test him on her longsword and he'd either break or become a liberator for his people. Panish proceeded to spend in excess of the next three years in or near the church - soaking up knowledge and listening to any excerpts of teachings and lessons on Iomedae - before the church admitted him to training. Perhaps due to the delayed nature of his training, his physical development typically lags behind that of his fellow paladins, but he is never found wanting in theoretical lessons or assignments. Character Sheet: Image of character sheet (420kb)


Sgt. Drakus, Sun, Nov 1, 2009, 01:53 PM

Camris here. How do we do the intros? Do we introduce ourselves or wait to be thrust in?


Aliandara Leloric, Sun, Nov 1, 2009, 03:57 PM

Aliandara Leloric, female half-elf rogue lvl2 Appearance: Aliandara is short for a half-elf though she does not try to hide her heritage, as is obvious her multiple earrings. She has brown almost shoulder length hair and a lightly tanned complexion. Personality: Always looking for an opportunity to show her worth and skill, Aliandara puts a lot of effort into any task she attempts. She is wary of new people, but grows protective of those that have gained her trust. Even though she is a dancer, she does not have an entertainer’s flare, more a love of getting lost in the rhythm. Background: Orphaned at a young age, Aliandara was saved the fate of going to the Slope orphanage by her brother. He took her in and they did what they could to bring in some money. Aliandara did what she can, first trying to have a "respectable" job dancing as her mother did, but soon had to supplement it with more dishonest methods. She is very protective of her brother, willing to do anything to keep him safe and create a good life for them. Character Sheet: Image of character sheet (490kb)


DM X, Mon, Nov 2, 2009, 11:54 AM

Everyone ready? get your info in your profiles, I'll have a final once over your characters. Dolph: Spoiler: Background Soldier, and the marked bit, where did those come from?


Sgt. Drakus, Mon, Nov 2, 2009, 03:02 PM

Camris here... GM: The Soldier package and the Marked drawback both come from the Occupational background sets and the Character Drawbacks sections of the Book of Secrets. It's cool if they're not allowed, I'd just RP it.


Panish Valimer, Tue, Nov 3, 2009, 04:18 AM

Profile posted :) Are "Chelaxian" and "Common" considered the same language for this campaign? In that case I have to pick another language.


Aliandara Leloric, Tue, Nov 3, 2009, 09:39 AM

Info in profile now :)


Set, Tue, Nov 3, 2009, 11:05 AM

Panish Valimer wrote: Profile posted :) Are "Chelaxian" and "Common" considered the same language for this campaign? In that case I have to pick another language. Chelaxians speak Taldane, which is indeed 'Common.'


Panish Valimer, Tue, Nov 3, 2009, 01:09 PM

Ah - thanks Set :) Updated Palish' profile, he now speaks Common, Varisian and Vudrani. Additionally I added class features to the profile.


Aliandara Leloric, Wed, Nov 4, 2009, 01:42 AM

Fixed some mistakes in my profile, think I am ready to go now :)


Xaaon of Korvosa, Wed, Nov 4, 2009, 07:07 PM

Sorry, I'm extremely sick this week...actually took time off of work for the first time in a year...


Xaaon of Korvosa, Thu, Nov 5, 2009, 06:50 PM

Set wrote: Panish Valimer wrote: Profile posted :) Are "Chelaxian" and "Common" considered the same language for this campaign? In that case I have to pick another language. Chelaxians speak Taldane, which is indeed 'Common.' I thought Chelaxians spoke Chelish.


Set, Thu, Nov 5, 2009, 07:53 PM

Xaaon of Korvosa wrote: Set wrote: Panish Valimer wrote: Profile posted :) Are "Chelaxian" and "Common" considered the same language for this campaign? In that case I have to pick another language. Chelaxians speak Taldane, which is indeed 'Common.' I thought Chelaxians spoke Chelish. According to the Campaign Setting, they speak Common (p. 20, 68 and 220 have the goods). Chelaxians also are likely to know a little Infernal, which is apparently the new rage among the upper class. Being Chelaxians, they might well call it Chelish and pretend it's superior to the language that Andorans and Taldans speak, but that's just Chelaxians for you. 'We only speak Queen's Chelish, here, not that doggerel you colonists are spewing.'


LoreKeeper, Sat, Nov 7, 2009, 08:35 AM

Potato, potata Taldane, Chelish breaks out into song