Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
AsmodeusUltima wrote:
Haha, I will take the risk that someone is lurking our OOC thread, ready to steal my idea. :P
Mummer’s Mask Aura strong universal; CL 13th
Slot head; Price 40,000 gp; Weight −
Description
This item appears as a simple white porcelain mask of the type worn by actors depicting a featureless, sexless face with holes for eyes, nostrils, and mouth, fastened with a plain leather cord.
Three times per day the wearer may use her own magical energy to duplicate a spell they just witnessed cast by another. Any time the wearer successfully identifies a spell of 5th level or lower being cast per the rules for Spellcraft, she may, on her next turn, sacrifice a prepared spell or unused spell slot of at least one level higher as a free action in order to cast the witnessed spell herself. The spell is treated as if it was on her class spell list, including changing to arcane or divine if appropriate, but otherwise follows all spellcasting rules for her class. No metamagic may be applied, even if the spell originally identified was modified in such a manner. If she does not use this power on her very next turn after identifying the spell, the opportunity is lost although no spell or daily use is expended in this case.
Rumors abound of a version of this mask made of gold that allows for the mimicking of even more powerful spells, but if they exist their possessors guard the secret closely.
Construction Requirements Craft Wondrous Item, limited wish; Cost 20,000 gp
I love this idea. It's a strong concept with obvious ties to villains of all sorts. I can't count the number of masked and cloaked foes that appear in all sorts of settings. It's a great idea. Here's what I'd do to make it better.
1) Keep it for 5th level spell, but hint at more powerful versions.
2) Don't require it to use a higher level spell slot to duplicate spells. Keep things simple and clean. [Remember, it uses a head slot. That means sacrificing a body slot normally dedicated to improving your base stats - for casters, this means a +2, +4 to Int, Wis, or Cha is lost. Make it worth losing].
3) It's a style call, but parts of your writing strikes me as passive. You can't really get around that in the opening, but you can later on. Here's what I'd change:
"This featureless mask, frequently worn by actors of all sorts, is made from white porcelain. It has holes for the eyes, nostrils, and mouth, but is otherwise simple in design. When held to the face and the command word is spoken, it gently adheres to the wearer until they choose to remove it.
This mask allows the wearer to use her own magical energy to duplicate a spell they just witnessed being cast. To do so, the wearer must successfully identify the spell cast and, if 5th level or lower, cast it on her next turn by sacrificing a prepared spell or unused spell slot of at least the same level (as a free action) in order to cast the witnessed spell herself. The spell is treated as if it was on her class spell list, including changing it to arcane or divine if appropriate, but otherwise follows all spellcasting rules for her class. The wearer cannot apply metamagic feats, even if the spell originally identified was modified in such a manner. If she does not use this power on her very next turn after identifying the spell, the opportunity is lost (although no spell or daily use is expended in this case). The mask may be used 3 times a day.
Rumors abound of a version of this mask made of gold that allows for the mimicking of even more powerful spells.
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
We still playing?? I know the holidays are upon us and things are slowing down, but if people are going to fall off the radar, I need to know so I can direct my time and energy elsewhere. Just let me know!
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Heinrich Strauss wrote:
Back from holiday (actually was on Saturday but have been crazy busy with work)
First, I wanted to apologize if I held anything up.
Second, I think it's probably best if Heinrich drops out of the party in the game.
My tabletop group wrapped up a campaign in October, and our DM has chosen to run Carrion Crown next. Our group's all excited, and I'd never want to let a PbP dictate what we do IRL...
I've picked a cheerier, more selfless character this time around - a dry/intellectual/creepy alchemist lured me as my first concept when I app'd back in June, but I've actually a hard time "getting into" Heinrich.
Anyway, I hate to play in a PbP that my heart isn't into... and it's tough to play in a PbP when your tabletop group is in the same campaign (particularly since the tabletop group jumped ahead of where I think we are at in the PbP, and it's just going to get worse for me to not metagame the 2 campaigns).
I truly appreciate the opportunity to play with you all. I know this game had a rocky start with Jorm disappearing. I didn't want to simply disappear on you all as often happens on here - and I may lurk from time-to-time, work permitting, if you guys don't object.
Good luck guys, and hopefully Heinrich can at least be of some use as an NPC, as he wasn't too involved in any particular part of the plot yet.
That sucks, but I completely understand. I'm sorry this isn't moving faster, but PbP's are notoriously slow and this one isn't much better. If you don't mind, I'd like to keep Heinrich on for a bit as an NPC, or if you'd like to take him along, at least have him depart with flair!! Maybe in an act of selfless glory? Maybe going toe to toe with Tharnik?
Nah, I'm just kidding. Have fun and best of luck!!
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Creel, At the Inn:
You don't learn much from listening in on the locals, but when you start asking about fishing, a younger man, in his late teens, steps up. He's dressed in a bright red shirt that smells of the farm.
He says, "Mister, if you're looking for fishing, you need to head to the north side of the Lake. But mind your step, there's some nasty traps up that way, mostly from trappers and hunters."
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Hey Team Cosmo and Friends!
I was just placing an order, reviewed my recent orders, and noticed I was charged twice at Gen Con for a book I bought at the booth.
1764614 Aug 4, 2011 Pathfinder Campaign Setting: Book of the Damned—Volume 2: Lords of Chaos (PFRPG) Print Edition $18.18
1764612 Aug 4, 2011 Pathfinder Campaign Setting: Book of the Damned—Volume 2: Lords of Chaos (PFRPG) Print Edition
I only bought one copy of this book, but apparently it went into the system twice. Can we fix this?
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
AsmodeusUltima wrote:
Okay, so my (totally unsubstantiated) theory about what happened to our beloved wayward RGM: While attending GenCon he fell in with the wrong crowd. Caught up in a whirlwind haze of Mountain Dew, Doritos, and hot cosplay chicks, he eventually came to realize that civilization would no longer hold any appeal for him. Now escaped into the wild, he is among his own kind, frolicking with wild Gamers; maybe he will find a mate and have a litter. Godspeed, little buddy. Godspeed.
Bahahahaha! Nope. I was drinking with Paizonians... and weeks after were just recovery.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
I ran this yesterday and...:
To say the least, I had to wing quite a bit of it. First, as soon as the PCs discovered they were to ensure Seph's safe arrival at the Mordant Spire, they wanted someone close to the door and someone on deck at all times, alongside some of the regular crew. I assumed the named crew were major players, but that other, minor members were required to run the ship (a good portion of my group is prior Navy ... try telling them there's only a handful of men on 3-deck sailing vessel and keep it believable). So, as soon as they heard the elves coming aboard, they sounded the alarm (show me a ship without a bell) and one of the PCs immediately moved to Seph's cabin (which, after 50 days aboard the ship, they'd know the location of).
As a side note: This adventure would have been stronger if it had set out from Riddleport and the PCs were just meeting the crew and Seph. Were it a ten day journey, there would be a logical reason to not have a better feel for the ship's layout and its crew. But after 50+ days? It doesn't follow.
I assumed the murder (Killick on my table) would take advantage of the situation and move to kill Seph anyone. The PC hid, the NPCs failed their perceptions, and the PC witnessed the captain and the first mate kill Seph. Of course, witnessing that, much of the questioning went right out the window, especially when the real captain showed up several rounds later (on deck) to see what the hell was going on!
Once the PCs compared notes, they knew immediately it was the first mate and an accomplice. They only had to investigate who the second man was. It took them longer than the time slot allotted to figure it out, and more than a few times they wanted to drag the first mate atop the deck and just toss him overboard. It was a fun adventure, but it definitely requires a firm grasp of the NPCs, plot, and a heavy dose of common sense.
I ran this with a mixed group of first level characters, two players who were very green. Only one person on the table was a 3.5/PF veteran. It took us roughly 5 1/2 hours to get through (with breaks for jokes, pizza, and the like).
All in all, I really liked this, but GMs definitely need to have a strong feel for a muder-mystery sandbox. Knowing a bit about basic naval positions (terms, ect) will definitely strengthen the believability of this scenario. (Especially if you've anyone familiar with it on your table). I'd also suggest modifying some of the clues with added descriptions, especially with players that start taking inventory about who wears and uses what sorts of items, their conditions, ect. Also, review the spell disguise self (which doesn't change audible components and offers a save when interacted with).
Because the PCs forced the final encounter with the first mate and his accomplice, I just skipped the final encounter, which at that point, seemed pointless (and didn't increase the plot in a tangible way).
All in all, this was a very fun adventure, even if it does require some additional patchwork to account for creative or attentive players...
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
brassbaboon wrote:
I won't waste any time arguing with Ashiel for the sake of changing her opinion on this. But I will at least give those readers a chance to see the other side instead of granting Ashiel all the playing field for her side.
If this was a private conversation I'd not waste any time on it at all. But it's not, it's a public forum where there are still minds to influence. Understand?
Anyone interested in reading about the nature of "Role-Playing" and its connection to war games and table-top role-playing games should give The Fantasy Role-Playing Game by Daniel MacKay (McFarland & Company, Inc; ISBN: 0-7864-0815-4) a read. It's a scholarly work that covers the rise of table-top RPGs, how role-playing affects individuals (and their societies), and its overall structure (cultural, formal, social, and aesthetic). There's even some talk about MetaNarratives, The Forgotten Realms, and some of Jonathan Tweet's early work on Everyway (which, in 2011, is a little dated, but relevant nonetheless).
The ideas behind mechanics vs. play are covered throughout the book, with an eye toward the sphere of drama being the model for play, but maintaining that mechanics are a necessity to facilitate the factor of choice in a setting devoid of a fixed script (what we would normally call "railroading").
It's a dry read, honestly, but worth its weight in gold for those out there interested in the nature of the game beyond the mechanics of a particular system - discussing everything from why we play, how we play, and how playing rewards us as individuals.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Rogue Eidolon wrote:
One of my players was for some bizarre reason absolutely enamored by the idea of ** spoiler omitted ** and he thought of charging other players for services, which I told him he can't do for PFS.
Hah, I did the same thing in Season 0, before it was brought to my attention that I couldn't do that. It was a nice, scam, too. I was buying Scrolls of CLW at cost and charging 35 GP for the service, saving fellow Pathfinders a whopping 15 gp off of the cost of a pointless potion. I would have made a killing, too.... If it hadn't been for those pesky kids...
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
LMPjr007 wrote:
Remember the first taste is always free.
You gotta love the 80s, if only for all those cheesy drug war-references they instilled into the lexicon of pop-culture!! And good job for providing even more art for potential 3PP! Woot!
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Monkeygod wrote:
also,
**THANK YOU** to not just Hyperion-Sanctum for starting this thread, but to all the great 3PPs that come to these boards and discuss their works and listen to our suggestions, even if they may not use them.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
I think a clear look at the situation is really where a great "Intimidate" roll would come into play (in regards to intelligent undead). If you've got one hand on a stake, you've managed to chain down your favorite Lestat, and he's only inches from the divine retribution of the holy, holy sun.. and you say, "Tell me what I want to know or else..." I'd say, sure, an Initimidate roll is definitely warranted. He might be immune to the magic of lesser mortals, but he sure isn't immune to that sun or common sense. Self-preservation should kick in. And if it doesn't, your local Inquisitor is probably going to just find what he was looking for when he's done sifting through Lestat's ashes...
On the other hand, if your fighter walks in, the Lich surrounded by a dozen of his loyal minions, and says, "Yeah, you'd better surrender before you damage my calm and I have to toss you all over this place by your boney little head," the Lich is probably going to chuckle a little right before he unleashes a world of hurt.
In general, I think you shouldn't let mechanics get in the way of common sense or a great story, and as a GM, should certainly bend the rules to keep the story exciting and your players engaged. Of course, that works both ways, and you should always try to keep a level head and a can of common sense close by.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Urizen wrote:
Do you plan to keep it 'free' or will it eventually come to a point where it'll be available in compiled form in print for purchase? You definitely got a new take on something that has not been previously coined with its own genre.
Norse + Steampunk = Full of Win!
There are plans to, at some point, offer a print edition that compiles a large cross-section of the lore. Additionally, I may release some of the PDFs for sale, but if I do, it will be at very reasonable prices ($5-$9) - and then only to cover the cost of the art (which costs a lot) and increase exposure.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Looking for something "Northern?"
Looking for something "Steampunk?"
Looking for something that focuses on Ragnarök, gunslinging dwarves, ancient runes, strange realms, and need to piece it all together before the Great Tree falls apart?
Take a look at Rhune: Dawn of Twilight. Rhune is a Free (let me repeat that, free) Pathfinder compatible Stormpunk setting I released at GenCon last year that continues to grow and evolve (much to my delight)! It's illustrated by amazing, industry recognized artists, too!
Additionally, I've recently begun to release a small newsletter to support Rhune: Dawn of Twilight called, Twilight's Dawn that offers additional pieces of lore about the setting, shares some of its amazing art, and even follows the slightly askew adventures of my local gaming group here in Kuwait! And, once again, it's free!!
Issue #1 of Twilight's Dawn is available here. It features art from Hugo "Butterfrog" Solice, Jon Roberts, and Darren Calvert. Oh, and a bunch of nonsense by yours truly.
Issue #2 of Twilight's Dawn is available here. It features a very cool cover by Terry Maranda! Additional art by Darren Calvert. Oh, and some crazy stuff about Rhune by yours truly.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
ShadowcatX wrote:
I'd love a horror or steam punk campaign setting.
Check out Rhune: Dawn of Twilight (my very free setting)...
Click here for a link to the site. Also, I've been releasing newsletters for my local (and PbP) players that detail small bits of the setting. These, too, are free. You can find them on Scribd
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
TarkXT wrote:
Right now I've jsut turned in the fourth installment to the series. I also did some paid work for a big ecology book they were thinking about. Heck I still have the signed contract. Trouble is until they get around to publishing it i dont make any money.
Currently I'm doing stuff for Headless Hydra games. My rejection was for another company who wanted a group of cultists to use as GM resources.
I wanted a druidic cult that turned people into animals. Just so players would be forced to fight them gearless in various animal forms. It was too epic.:(
Nice! Best of luck then! When you have more stuff up, please link!
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
TarkXT wrote:
As to my own experience. It's been enough to getawaywith some shenanigans. Just wish I could get more work. Last prposal I threw up was rejected for being "too epic". I'm still trying to figure out how to react to that.
On another note. If I have to fight a Master Swordrack I promise you pain unending.
Nice, I hadn't seen those! Wolfgang is a great guy to write for, but he isn't afraid to toss rejections out. I've had a few articles sitting in slush piles for a while now, so I suspect they've unofficially died. Of course, I may have some big stuff coming up... but that's hush hush! For now, I'll stick with *my stuff* and the few projects I've got going for Black Star Studios!
By the way, that swordrack is rather nasty!! (Good job, too!
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
All,
If you'd like me to pick this up, I'd be happy to. Here's my take on things:
1) I'll pick it up. I'm not open to a "restart" and I'd love to see where this goes as it's playing out currently. I think the dynamics developing between some of the characters is far too rich to just toss aside.
2) I'd be open to minor character changes and reviews, but much like Jorm, I'd like to keep the current theme and feel strongly in the "horror court." I know Madeline had her heart set on a firearm and I'm perfectly okay with that, provided none of the other players take real issue with it. If it does become a problem, however, I will find a creative way to remove the mechanic (that fits the story). Having watched Madeline's style, however, I don't foresee this being an issue.
A note about guns: If you want to use a firearm, you'll be using the normal AC just like anyone else shooting a missile weapon. I know Paizo has elected to use touch AC as their primary mechanic, but I don't see that really being any more realistic (I know, I know, it's fantasy ..but it's also science and guns) than a high powered crossbow or composite short bow (at short range). If you want a gun, you'll have to accept relatively normal ranged attack rolls. In exchange, I'll be ignoring the misfire chance (range dependent) on guns, with natural ones jamming guns (instead of them gaining the broken condition). Trying to fire a jammed gun or critically failing on clearing the gun, however, is a completely different story...
3) Yes, we definitely need to pick up additional players. In fact, I'd be open to two additional spots. I'll go through the old posts and see who applied and might still want to get involved.
4) If you have questions, feel free to post me here. I won't be exchanging emails for the PbP unless I feel it's absolutely necessary. I try to check the boards at least twice a day (once on Thursdays and Fridays).
5) I'll be off on holiday from May 2nd-9th (going to Dublin and Belfast with friends), so there will not be any posts during those dates. You are forewarned.
6) I'm not going to kill off Tharnik just this moment, but I'll definitely work his exit into the plan. I don't like playing DMPCs (too much of a pain), but I'm also a stickler for continuity. He's not going to keel over and die. He might wait out a month, take his platinum, and just go.
7) If not one minds, I'll just keep these two threads active and create a GM Profile to pick up the story. I don't see the point in starting everything all over again.
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
TarkXT wrote:
Well, I for one don't like the idea of abandoning these characters like that.. This has been thus far the best game I've been on in these forums in part because of the characters.
So, whose up for simply getting another GM?
Well, if people want, I can GM this. It'll take me a few days to read through the first part of the AP, but I could run it (killing off/retiring my own character in the process). Let me know what you think.
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Madeline Peshtussle wrote:
Upon that note, I must confess to maybe being a little influenced by the Privateer Press Role Playing setting of Iron Kingdoms (Not Warmachine).
Oooohhh!! I'm a big fan of the Iron Kingoms!! I won't go into the "their guns vs. Paizo guns" debate, but I can see the angle you're working from. They are much different animals!! Off chance, were you on their boards at some point? I was Mech_Lord over there (I haven't been on in a few years, though) and did some freelance for BuccaneerBass.com (One of the US IK fan sites).
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Jörmungandr wrote:
What do guys think then if I do some modification to bring in the steampunk vibe a bit more, I'll let some character rewrites occur after the current combat and allow the gunslinger info into the game, this will change some of the game a bit but nothings that's occurred yet so it should be fine.
Don't mind me getting all wordy, but here it goes. As far as Golarion goes, it's definitely a kitchen-sink setting with plenty of room for different themes (even Steampunk/Stormpunk), provided they are hinged to the overall feel the GM has clearly stated he wants to unleash in this AP. If we find ourselves with pink-robo-bunnies speaking l33t and forcing the atmosphere away from the darker, Slavic feel, then yes, it should go. We're definitely playing within a very specific arc and the GM made that clear. (and, ultimately, he has the final say).
However, if the persona of Mr. Smith can add to the creep-factor, I'm all for it. Especially if he starts to develop a personality of his own (think Anne Rice's The Witching Hour). Not only do we tap into the whole, " spirit manifesting as a creepy automaton" genre, we do so in a way that deepens Madeline's character, as well.
As for the guns, they can work, too. I remember watching the TV series Friday the 13th as a child and wondering about that entire shop, with its weird items, cursed family heirlooms, and the like. There's certainly no reason Madeline can't tap into this, as well.
That being said, it's a tight rope (pun intended) to walk. You're already playing with two specific genres inside of the overall "horror scene" and it'll be a real task to pull of. If you're successful, it'll also be a real treat. If not, however, it'll definitely detract from the overall movement in the setting.
Of course, this is all a moot point if the GM hand-waves (either off or on) the entire concept.
If I had a say, I'd keep the Mr. Smith and just forget about the Gunslinger persona (and the headaches that come with that).
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Poor Wandering One wrote:
Summoners are strange even to folks who routinely treat the laws of physics with the same respect a Saudi diplomat reserves for NY traffic ordances.
Heheheh.. or a Kuwaiti obeying any ordinance at all.. (I live here, I know how they drive...)
A5 For the l33t...
Normally, I'd sigh and have a similar response, but I kind of like the theme. I like the alien, offworldish (possibly tech) feel it evokes. But then again, I write Stormpunk as a hobby and have a whole setting devoted to it!
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
After all is said and done, Tharnik watches the good professor go to ground. He looks on, in part relieved that the man has found a place to lie, and in part, knowing that someone of a better caliber saw him off.
Still, he thinks his people might have done him a little more honor.
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Creel wrote:
PS. Is the convention to bold spoken text? I am not sure of the etiquette.
~Creel
Creel, I'm thinking along the same lines. If we follow the common English grammatical examples, then our overall rules would be:
I don't know how they do it here, but I prefer to keep my thoughts to myself, Jaye thought.
"That being said, sometimes I have to speak to others to keep the game moving forward," Jaye said. "Let's just hope I don't have to shout over all the other players!"
In short:
Speaking, "quotations..."
Thinking, italics
Shouting, bold text
Of course, things probably differ from board to board, game to game, DM to DM. I'm sure our GM has his own style preferences!
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Well, whether the new factions are tied to the current ones or not, I'm pretty happy that we'll have more options (even if it means printing even more missions for my local game...
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Okay, I'm updating my speculation. If Mr. Moreland is truly hinting at the new factions being tied to existing ones (he hasn't said how, unless I missed something - which is always a possibility), then I think it's more likely something like this:
1) A faction representing "Shadow Lodge" operatives.. (possibly tied Qadira?)
2) The Eagle Knights (tied to Andoran)
3) The Risen Guard (tied to Osirian)
4) The Kitharodian Academy or the Lion Blades-it's hard to call (tied to Taldor)
5) The Hell Knights (tied to, obviously, Cheliax).
Of course, I still think it would be cool to see something from Alkastar, Hermea or Nex. But hey, that's just me....
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
Rendel Bladetwist wrote:
From my perspective as a player in this game it feels that the world serpent has already decided that it won't be a factor if the orc doesn't go around wearing baby skin hat.
Ummm.... I guess I should change my starting gear then.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
James Jacobs wrote:
Your GM should be the one you're worried about confirming rules, not me.
I can hear it now, "But James Jacobs said..."
Whatever happened (I know, I'm an idealist) to playing games for fun and NOT going about breaking everything in sight. I mean, it's a ROLE-playing game, not a RULE-playing game.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
Sean K. Reynolds used to do a bit (on LiveJournal) about "shaving off the serial numbers" in which he would take a monster from the Bestiary, describe in differently, and use it as an NPC of the appropriate level. You could, for instance, use:
A Derro (CR3) for a small rogue/wizard that focuses on using darkness...
A Gargoyle (CR4) for a medium fighter in heavy armor that's been blessed with weird abilities...
A Sea Hag (CR 4) for a human Witch that's out of spells..
A Rakasha (CR 10) for a human Sorcerer...
And so on.
It's a great idea (I'm sure he was more stuff like this on his website, but I'm not sure).
Jason Sonia(Male Human Defense Contractor (Aviation Sector), Writer, GM, and traveler)
With Torthen going Druid, do I need to stay "cure" or should I switch to "inflict"? What's the overall consensus?
As a side note: It would be really cool if I started inflict (evil) and, as I shifted alignment, went cure. I know that the class requires a choice and once chosen, you have to stick, but I was thinking more about the theme. I think it would be cool.
Also, I'm glad to hear I'll get to actually play out the alignment side of things without worrying too much about a knife fight as soon as our Pally gets a whiff of me.
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
TarkXT wrote:
Key thing to remember is that we are mostly LG.
Is the whole group LG? Man, talk about some role-play between the Pally and I! I'd be curious as to how "alignment" is dealt with, too. Do we assume because someone is NE we can just off them or will the GM require "evil acts."
I'm curious because playing the redemption angle (which I'd love to do) could be cut pretty short by an over zealous paladin with detect evil.
Of course, it would be interesting to be present at the professor's funeral when we all met..
Jason Sonia(Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Adventure Path, Campaign Setting, Companion Subscriber)
I can't speak for the other Oracle (obviously), but I'm definitely focused on combat/combat support with heals as a backup only when absolutely necessary. In fact, my spells (burning disarm and magic stone) should make that fairly evident. CLW is only there because I have to choose cure or inflict. If need be, I can certainly switch over to inflict and focus 100% on combat.
(Ironically, in terms of builds, both Battle and Stone are combat orientated, with Battle having more "healing" options. Heh. Go figure).
EDIT I've also played around with the idea of a duel class as an oracle/fighter, too. If I did, I'd probably take Improved Initiative and Toughness to make Tharkik more "frontline."
I applied to another of the CC PbP's, but was missed in the overwhelming wave of submissions. Hopefully I can tell Tharniks conflicted but dynamic story here, instead.
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