Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip agreed to the plan, deciding to keep an eye on Audria. As an avid fan of meats, he also moves to the butcher shop to keep a sharp eye on those that hang out there as he replenishes his diminished stock of chicken.
He knew how to roast the chicken himself, but he was going to engage the butcher shop in conversation on how to prepare his chicken.
Pip decides to be his friendliest as he asks those around the shop about the occupants, trying to get a picture of their routine.
Human Bard (Maestro) 3 HP: 35/35 | AC 18 |Per+8 | Fort +6 /Ref +8/ Will +8 Focus 2/2
I think one first level heal is good if you don't have a healing wand or healer's gloves. I think healer's gloves is the first item you prioritize at 80gp -- one heal at level 1 now that you have level 2 spells is a good idea.
Diurn does have soothe, so it is not as important is it would be if you were the only one with healing spells.
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip observes quietly and then puts his hands on Audria's arms inconspicuously from behind. He nods encouragingly as he meets her gaze, trying to give her a large smile.
Dwarf HP 11/11; AC 16/11ff/15t; Fort +4, Ref +4, Will +5 Init +4; Per+7/9stone CMD=17(21) Monk (Zen Archer) Perfect Strike 1/1
Bimbur's meeting:
Bimbur smiles as he finds himself selected for the quest this year. He bows formally and respectfully: "I will bring honor on your household and show the town what I am made of. I will not let you down."
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
I have been roleplaying for many years.
This thread has been the best narrative, roleplaying, character development, and immersive storytelling I have seen in on these boards by a large margin. I aspire to write as well as some of you, but I am an appreciative consumer of the sweat that has produced the content I get to read. Being a player, and Pip is trying to be a background player, has just been a bonus.
I have seen "creative friction" from the top of the dramatic craft, and it is a common product of top creative minds together. Vin Diesel and The Rock may never work together again, but pulpy car action fans want more of their collaborations.
I have been told I should take everyone that wants to play. I would like this to be an RPG elite experience. Doomed Hero in his guide suggests not taking everyone in a recruitment or you will have a bad game. I have found this to be true in practice.
The video below says RPG Elites do not play with anyone and everyone.
I do not plan on playing with anyone and everyone, but I will play with beginners.
Players are level 0 and start with an ancestry. They are promising commoners that get to run the guantlet. Think of the games in the latest D&D movie.
DWARF
Brave, stalwart folk as sturdy as
the stone kingdoms they carve
inside mountains.
You know the Common and
Dwarvish languages.
Stout. Start with +2 HP. Roll hit
points per level with advantage.
ELF
Ethereal, graceful people who
revere knowledge and beauty.
Elves see far and live long.
You know the Common, Elvish,
and Sylvan languages.
Farsight. You get a +1 bonus
to attack rolls with ranged
weapons or a +1 bonus to
spellcasting checks.
GOBLIN
Green, clever beings who thrive
in dark, cramped places. As
fierce as they are tiny.
You know the Common and
Goblin languages.
Keen Senses. You can't be
surprised.
HALF-ORC
Towering, tusked warriors who
are as daring as humans and as
relentless as orcs.
You know the Common and
Orcish languages.
Mighty. You have a +1 bonus to
attack and damage rolls with
melee weapons.
HALFLING
Small, cheerful country folk with
mischievous streaks. They enjoy
life’s simple pleasures.
You know the Common
language.
Stealthy. Once per day, you can
become invisible for 3 rounds.
HUMAN
Bold, adaptable, and diverse
people who learn quickly and
accomplish mighty deeds.
You know the Common
language and one additional
common language (pg. 32).
Ambitious. You gain one
additional talent roll at 1st level.
Actually, Black Dow led me to Shadowdark and it is AMAZING.
So, I would love to roll 6 3d6s knowing if I didn't get at least one 14 I could roll them again!!
To determine your character’s
stats, roll 3d6 in order for
each one. Note each total and
modifier on your character
sheet.
Optionally, if none of your stats
are 14 or higher, you may roll a
new set of six numbers.
Note you do not get to rearrange them!!
You can also do a level 0 start if you want an even more Grimdark feel.
To get the OSR vibe I would have a backup character linked in my profile too!!
Male Ysoki Speed 30' | hp 9/9 stam 7/7 | KAC 15 EAC 14 | F +1 R +6 W +2 Operative (ace pilot) / 1
Max drops Celebryn and as many others as fit up front and leaves the hover bike.
Like many pilots, he is expected to have the ride ready to go.
”No selfies or thumbprints!! No paparazzi!!”
Max immediately starts chatting up the security guards. He explains he may pop on for a drink, but his primary responsibility is making sure a quick exit can happen if needed.
Male Ysoki Speed 30' | hp 9/9 stam 7/7 | KAC 15 EAC 14 | F +1 R +6 W +2 Operative (ace pilot) / 1
Max smiles and nods at Ruhk.
"Three things pilots like--scarves, goggles, AND Velcro. I will help whip up some nice designs with my printer."
All Max's flight suits have plenty of Velcro attachments for patches. He produces some more attachments that can be sewn on and continues to make two common patches: his caricature of Celebyn all dressed up and a Kyonin flower.
Max was going to explain how pilots don't wear goggles indoors when he finds online goggles with multiple visors that pop up to cover the eyes including a no visor option. Excited, he orders a pair and has them delivered to his location. He particularly likes the option to project eyes that are open and alert on the visor, and realizes that this has been used by many to fall asleep at meetings unnoticed. Probably also useful to cover his hangover eyes.
From the discussion thread:
Drektan loses all catfolk traits and racial adjustments and replaces them with halfling traits and racial adjustments plus the fully reincarnated feat OR he can keep all his catfolk traits and just change the stat adjustments.
The feat only applies to those fully reincarnated.
The stats for halfling are -2 Str +2 Dex +2 Cha
Drektan then chose to keep all his catfolk traits. But, as the point is moot, we can move on to Oleg's. Reincarnation does not come with many guarantees.
this Aldori sword is made of cold iron, and two entwined pikes (carnivorous fish) adorn the length of the blade on both sides and heatless flame begins to burn along the blade and shed light brighter than any torch you have seen. Masterwork, cold iron, Continual Flame permanent
Male Ysoki Speed 30' | hp 9/9 stam 7/7 | KAC 15 EAC 14 | F +1 R +6 W +2 Operative (ace pilot) / 1
Max laughs
”I’m your rakish private pilot. I will add the appropriate colored scarf as pilots still carry scarves from bygone day traditions.”
Max prints out a Velcro patch for his flight suit with a picture of Celebryn in all his glory and attaches it to his flight suit. He picks an elaborate scarf that almost touches the ground in the traditional colors.
So if Lyra wants to track loot I would appreciate that. I will link it in the campaign tab. I was going to do it just as I bet Lyra was, except I would be doing my first 2E loot spreadsheet.
15 minutes to lay on hands, refocus, and put on armor. Then lets assume 5 minutes to search the 5 rooms before going through the door.
Wounded goes away if you rest 10 minutes or have a successful treat wounds. I count refocus as resting too for this purpose, so you are good to go after 15 minutes in better armor!!
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip stays with the hobbits and begins to find the ingredients to cook up a massive stew. Using different ingredients and some exotic spices, a concoction in the largest pot begins to brew.
Hoping to instill comradeship and belonging in his new friends, he has some of the children running to fetch some ingredients with a few coins to complete his "Estate Stew". He informs the group that this is what keeps some manor houses running for days--a well cooked stew that is brought to a boil and lightly heated for a day while everyone partakes.
Daily Update - Diplomacy Round 1 was recapping the results of the first round of 4 discover and 1 influence actions.
You are moving to your next round of diplomacy actions (discover or influence)
Brightberry is using society to influence round 2 on Linzi, Lyra is trying another discover attempt on Amiri using perception, I am assuming Iradyiel is continuing with diplomacy unless otherwise stated on the pale female scythe wielder. Edoom is influencing with Elvish lore (sometimes lore skills will say specific lore skill and sometimes they will say related lore skill). For example, Desna Lore is more specific and usually has lower DCs than religion checks just as Elven lore is more specific than a society check DC.
I think Tibold will continue to discover on Tertuccio to find other things that influence him OR show him an arcane tatoo and use arcana skill to impress him.
Lady Jaethal responds:
"I have faced persecution and prejudice my entire life. I am surprised you would approach me when there are fairer faces in this room. But I am driven by personal demons at times that I cannot escape. My patron is Urgathoa."
She looks at the blonde, blue-eyed fighter as she mentions fairer faces.
GM roll:
1d20 ⇒ 7
Iradyiel is aware Urgathoa is an evil diety associated with Pharasma, but nothing beyond that.
You are competent adventurers summoned to the Great Hall. We will assume from the gameplay post, the charters for adventurers to settle the Riverlands is the big reveal. Other than that, imagine being called to the governor's home for dinner in your home state with not many details.
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip already traded an item for a CLW wand earlier. Now that the money is really rolling in he would love to be added. He would understand if he wasn't.
From the gameplay
The next morning he burst in excitedly: ”We can part with some loot to get a healing wand.”
Pip takes the masterwork dagger with amazing ornamentation and comes back with a healing wand. ”With the magic dagger that bauble wasn’t to be near as useful as this!!”
Pip proceeds to make 50 paper pictures of a bandage on small pieces of paper and runs a leather thong through all of them and knots it into a loop. He then puts one end of the loop around the wand and through the loop leaving it attached to the wand without effecting the integrity of the wand.
”Each time this is used rip off a tab. That way we don’t need magic to see how much juice is left.”
When no one responded I added it to my inventory. If someone else that also can use it wants to carry it, they can. Pip just doesn't have any healing spells he will memorize, so the wand is it for him.
Human Bard (Maestro) 3 HP: 35/35 | AC 18 |Per+8 | Fort +6 /Ref +8/ Will +8 Focus 2/2
Diurn says to Harbinna: "Well I am glad they stopped. If they hadn't, you would still be on that boat!"
Seeing her show them her map and notes, Diurn believes her story and seems to loosen up. He even plays a jaunty flute song for the group.
Hurik wanted to possible strip the barge of useful things, possibly even lumber. Another tent probably would be useful.
Lyrics of song:
Pussy Willow
In the half-tone light of a young morning
She sighs and shifts on the pillow.
And across her face dancing, the first shadows fly
To kiss the Pussy Willow.
In her fairy-tale world she's a lost soul singing
In a sad voice nobody hears.
She waits in her castle of make-believe
For her white knight to appear.
Pussy Willow down fur-lined avenue
Brushing the sleep from her young woman eyes.
Runs for the barge, see the slavers coming
Cutting dreams down to size again.
Pussy Willow down fur-lined avenue,
Brushing the sleep from her young woman eyes.
Runs from the barge. Hear her small voice screaming,
Cutting dreams down to size again.
She longs for the East and a lost land mapped
A cave with a large cat totem.
Or to fish the lake, spinning the first run of Spring
Or to die for a cause somewhere.
Dwarf Fighter 3 HP 49/49 | Harrow 0/1 | AC 21 (23 with shield raised) | F +10 R +7 W +9 | +2 Init/Perc +9 | Axe +11 1d8 +4 S | Spd 20 | Active Conditions: None Exploration: Search 7gp owed Sable
Billi waits for all his companions to attack Lamm as he was tired from swinging his axe, but the head of the Shiver ring and abuser of children was before him. Lamm was impressive as he dodged an axe blow that would have hit many dwarves.
He had left his shield in the doorway, as Talindra had proven so capable of protecting them again and again. Once more he watched a connection between the holy warrior and their enemy that revealed the very soul of their corruption and stayed another dangerous blow.
Billi had hoped by leaving his shield he would have earned the wrath of the evil man, but Lamm was going after the wiry and quick man that had opened the door to let them in this lair.
Billi changes it up with diagonal swings trying to get past Lamm's guard.
Stike x3 Billi should be at 11/23 hp in hands 2h grip axe (still more hp than Ioca) 2H axe 1:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 111d12 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12 2H axe 2:1d20 + 10 - 5 ⇒ (9) + 10 - 5 = 141d12 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14 2H axe 3:1d20 + 10 - 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 - 10 = 161d12 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12
His last blow was starting to look true, but the ungainly axe had deviated wide from his mark after two hefty swings beforehand.
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip returns after exchanging the dagger confused and the not his usual happy self. ”That did fetch the money the note by it said. I assumed it was due to inherit value, but not any notoriety by being a favorite tool of a murderer!! I do know the rich collect crazy things like curios of the Whispering Tyrant and such. I will bet having us turn a bad thing into an implement to help living things and reverse death is a good thing—one that Lamm’s spirit must be cursing now.”
Pip has a thought that disturbs him. He imagines for a second the criminal lady looking for a dress somehow getting 750 gold to buy the dagger and stalk him with it. He shudders a second as his stomach rumbles.
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip begins to dream about happy times.
Pip dream Desert Inverted:
Pip begins to dream of all the successes he helped Chip achieve, and about the security of being in a rich manor with a singular task that had an appreciative and bright young boy to reinforce his sense of accomplishment.
But then guilt began to seep in. He had agreed to help the Bellflower Network free halfling slaves and had the occasional "cousin" visit the manor house of his first master and stay in his large room when he lived near Cheliax. But then he had an opportunity to work for a much richer man far away. And, consequently, no part of the underground highway of the Bellflower network.
So Pip was determined to prioritize purpose over comfort, not an easy thing for a hobbit to do. Would he get five regular meals a day on the new road? He was famished because they didn't even stop for snack time the last couple of days at all.
Pip's last dreams were of Sunday dinner at the manor house, when he had a premeal in the kitchen beforehand and joined the kitchen staff to eat with them as a postmeal.
night actions:
Pip was sure Strike would be confident and competent on the street at night, but he wanted to stay in the temple. He wandered outside the manor at night, but these streets were rough. So Pip wanted to talk to the temple staff. He eventually talked to the temple priests about purchasing a healing wand after doing a bit of talking with others. In a friendly way, he wanted the temple to act as an agent. A nice temple like this may even get a discount, so Pip doggedly pursues finding a healing wand, even one with limited charges.
diplo to find info healing wand:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18
Once again, the swordsman stabs an orc, the staggered orc tries a wild swing back, which is followed up with a fatal swing leaving him dead on the floor.
Antonio stagger an orc as Erme opens the door for him to tumble out.
Amelia heals the inquisitor.
Maff and Erme do not hit the orc just inside the door, but Taddy connects with a difficult shot.
Gm screen:
2d20 ⇒ (19, 6) = 25 Confirm on Erme? 1d20 ⇒ 15
Erme takes a massive hit of slashing damage slash:4d4 + 12 ⇒ (3, 3, 1, 1) + 12 = 20 and goes down in a pool of splashing arterial bood.
Antonio nimbly dodges the orc outside.
The orc scout seems to continue his flight south.
Dwarf Fighter 3 HP 49/49 | Harrow 0/1 | AC 21 (23 with shield raised) | F +10 R +7 W +9 | +2 Init/Perc +9 | Axe +11 1d8 +4 S | Spd 20 | Active Conditions: None Exploration: Search 7gp owed Sable
Billi had slashed through the door and left it in tatters. He turned to face Lamm with his axe raised and said
"HEEEERE'S BILLEEEE"
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip looks at the gold brooch and exclaims:
"HOLY JUMPING JASPERS!!! This is priceless. The pseudodragon’s eye is an amethyst, while the imp’s eye is an emerald. But more importantly, something with this motif and value is likely noble jewelry of one of the ruling Houses. We could sell this for 2000 gold, but no one but one of the noble houses it belongs to could reward us properly for its possession."
Pip then explains sheepishly: "Most bards would have lots of knowledge of noble houses and heraldry, but I didn't learn as much about....well pretty much any area of knowledge I should have."
He shakes his head after only identifying the wand of magic missiles.
"I can try tomorrow on the other wand and the two oily sheeny things."
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip makes the arrangements to see Chip safely returned to his estate and stays with the new band of heroes. He practices to learn more bardic skills given his hard won knowledge.
He smiles encouragingly when Abella mentions cashing out a trinket. "Maybe we can add to the healing abilities of the group. I have some of my own wealth I can contribute to a wand, or we can see about scrolls instead. Being around the wealthy, I am somewhat knowledgeable about the worth of things."
appraise:1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25
Pip tries to impress his new friends by telling them the market value of their trinket.
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Pip was intimidated by the polearm wielding crusader, but for the first time sees this may be the time to approach her. As she talk with the children, Pip follows her cue.
"We all need to get to the temple immediately and get out of danger."
Pip gives up his seat on Donnal and helps load as many kids on him as would be safe. "Hold onto each other, you get to ride a dog!!"
Pip purposefully walks next to Shrike on the way back and speaks to her.
"I am glad to meet you. If I come off as frivolous at times, it doesn't mean at my core I am dedicated too. This one of the good days and we should enjoy it." Pip smiles and begins starting a poem and getting the kids to repeat it as they head back.
"This is where the life without Lamm starts, all that is left of him is some nasty farts."
Halfling Bard (Arcane Duelist) 3; 24/24hp; Init +3; AC 17, Touch 14, FF 14; Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +6; +2 fear; Perception +7
Seeing Chip appear, after Chip cries Pip begins to cry too. He wipes his tears and puts Chip up on his dog.
"Everything is all right. There, there, ... All is well that ends well and your strong character is revealed. Keep this a secret, but I am already sure you can lead your house capably. The rest of your education will pale in comparison to the lessons learned here."
He looks around:
"But I think we both agree it is time for this street education to end and get you home."
Pip tousles his hair and hands him the reins. "You can drive."
Pip knew fool well the dog knew where to go, but it was important to show the kid some respect and responsibility after what he went through. After Pip got Chip back to the temple, he was sure word could be sent for the parents. Leaving himself to go back to a rich manor house was out of the question when the city was in chaos.
"Hey, The tablets contain an ancient ballad that tells the story of a dwarf named Jorgar Ironbellows, an ambitious noble who murdered his father to secure his inheritance, only to be assassinated by his own son in turn. The fable serves as a cautionary tale, warning others about the folly of favoring one’s own ambition above the lives of their fellow dwarves. This wand is a bless wand."
Looking around, "With this group, maybe a bless wand and a stick are pretty much the same thing."
Hoot flies perfectly into the castle, taking the highest possible approach. These impudent and obstreperous fairy creatures were getting to be frustrating, but maybe it was some time to have some fun.
Male Ysoki Speed 30' | hp 9/9 stam 7/7 | KAC 15 EAC 14 | F +1 R +6 W +2 Operative (ace pilot) / 1
Max approves of the upgraded accomodations and realizes that this may be the time to live it up after his encounter with a laser pistol. His flight suit was supposed to be fireprooof, but it wasn't laser proof.
He nods approvingly as the elf pulls off the negotiations.
"Thanks! We may also need to rent a jet bike for flying around if this area is dangerous. I can't walk as fast as I can ride."
