My character here wants to try and move around slaves and captive creatures, discretely. So my thought came to mind of getting a wagon and chests to hide them in to transport between the locations and to my own temple to Lamashtu.
Of course, I'm terrible at maths so I have no idea of what cubic feet I need to fit a medium creatures and others for the inner in the dark temple. so I'm thinking Medium chest because it's 4 cubic feet or maybe I'm wrong. Would a large chest be better? Not to interested in if the humanoids are comfortable or not really, unless they're willingly wishing to escape.
I am looking over the rules for magic item creation and I swear there was something about using scrolls as a replacement for the spells that you may not have.
For example I'm looking at the Demon Mother's Mask which requires this:
Requirements Craft Wondrous Item, detect animals or plants, polymorph, summon monster II, creator must have 5 ranks in Handle Animal and Heal.
Now considering not all of these spells come from the same list, would it be possible to buy a scroll of each of those spells to avoid having the +5 added to the crafting DLC or can that not be done?
Same for Golems and such, besides the feats which you certainly need, can you use scrolls in placement of the spells?
After a long while both myself and the group got so busy that we had to let the game drop, but I wanted to bring it back together!
So far I have two of the party, one is a Wizard (enchanter) and the other is a fighter. I'm looking for two to three more people.
Build rules:
20 point buy
Races: Most are allowed, especially if you have a good backstory to go with them. An automatic NO will be Azlanti pureblood.
Classes: Any paizo, in the past I disallowed gunslingers, however, my opinion on that has changed.
Traits: two traits, can be any you choose since we're far too deep in the campaign for the campaign traits to be that effective, to be honest.
No 3PP sources, unless you want to try and run it past me. I might be accepting, if it gels well with the group, the campaign and it doesn't appear OP.
Feats: No problems with feats here. Again, if 3PP best to double check. I'll be checking out this threat multiple times daily.
Starting Level: 13th, same as everyone else.
Wealth: I'm going to suggest WBL + 30%...too many years out of school I've forgotten to program that, but needless to say, the players themselves managed to obtain FAR more loot than they should've meaning that they are way past WBL. This will give you and your character a little more money to play with.
I suggest perhaps your character may either run into the party when they were trading in their loot at Magnimar or perhaps your character was a travelling Shoanti who just came to camp to have a look at these outsiders who have now become brothers after passing the test of Cindermaw. Perhaps something else happened? Teleportation mishap? It's up to you! I praise creativity so I'd love to see some.
My initial idea is to continue this AP to it's conclusion, but if I get inspired I may run it longer.
As the titles suggests, this character recently gained a spellbook and origonally I was debating on either buying the book with all the spells (some spells I own already) or scribing them all, until I found that I ran out of pages when attempting to add them all on Herolab.
I'm curious if, by buying the book I have instant access to all the spells or I'll have to do a spellcraft roll, similar to scribing them into my own book for each and every spell?
From my research I've found what the cost for the book should be, showing my working below:
Spoiler:
5th -
Acidic Spray - 250gp
Possession - 250gp
Wall of Stone - 250gp
Dismissal - 250gp
Waves of Fatigue - 250gp
Total: 1250gp
4th -
Black Tendrils - 160gp
Dimension Door - 160gp
False Life, Greater - 160gp
Stone Skin - 160gp
Fear - 160gp
Globe in Invulnerability, Lesser - 160gp
(I don't have the list of Orisons as the GM and I felt I wouldn't need them, but looking up the cost of the books I may need them, especially as this is PFS.
If I need them I'll contact the GM.
So after having the book can I use the spells instantly or will spellcraft be required for each book? I'll most likely buy the book due to how cheap it is and that I'm going to run out of pages otherwise.
Just came cross the rules for this myself and I'm quite intrigued, but uncertain about how they're viewed in PFS.
It claims in Hero Lab that it's allowed, however I'm uncertain and I wouldn't know how PFS would outline the cost of spells, etc, not to mention how you could even do such a thing in PFS so my assumption is that the create soul gem would either do nothing or they all have a base price and the GM has to say "acquired Soul Gem" or something like that on your reporting sheet.
I'm quite curious as my character's end goal is to attempt to gain knowledge of Hell and use potential contacts to cement her place as head of the family once the other members in her way have been...removed.
Surprise no one appears to have have not set up a thread about this yet, but the Kickstarter is nearing at it's end and it still needs extra funding to reach it's goal!
They have 34 hours ago and are about $124k shy of reaching their goal!
Sadly as they have stated this is their last attempt at making the series and if they fail, no money is taken and JourneyQuest season 3 will have to end right there
I, like many fans, would hate to see this series just disappear and have no conclusion and if I had more money I'd boost my current pledge.
I hope this reaches as many people as possible and we get to see more of Perth, the sword as well as Carrow's interesting predicament.
So I just reached 3rd with my Wizard here, but I have a few questions considering the alternative summons which are legal under PFS: http://paizo.com/pathfinderSociety/about/additionalResources under AP #29 which is Hell Hound for Summon Monster 2.
My problem with this, is Hell Hound appears on the normal Summon Monster 4 and there is no hint in the AP that you must need a feat to summon this creature at Summon Monster 2 or that it is a template variant like Young Creature or some other to lower it's CR, considering it is a CR 3 creature.
I wanted to check with you that I'm not misreading this and it is a allowed summon for Summon Monster 2.
Also, not sure what feat to choose from now I'm 3rd level. the character is an Egorian Academy Infernal Binder so I am focused on summoning creatures and I already have Augmented Summon, since being an Elf I started with Spell Focus.
So far I selected Superior Summoning, but I'd like to hear whatever suggestions people might have.
Character Sheet:
Jaquilin Leroung
Female elf wizard 3 (Pathfinder Player Companion: Animal Archive)
LN Medium humanoid (elf)
Init +7; Senses low-light vision; Perception +1
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Defense
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AC 13, touch 13, flat-footed 10 (+3 Dex)
hp 17 (3d6+3)
Fort +3, Ref +5, Will +3; +2 vs. enchantments
Immune sleep
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Offense
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Speed 30 ft. (20 ft. in armor)
Melee dagger +0 (1d4-1/19-20) or
. . quarterstaff +0 (1d6-1)
Ranged light crossbow +4 (1d8/19-20)
Wizard Spells Prepared (CL 3rd; concentration +8)
. . 2nd—spontaneous immolation[UC] (DC 17), summon monster II, summon monster II
. . 1st—infernal healing[ISWG], magic missile (2), summon monster I, summon monster I
. . 0 (at will)—acid splash, disrupt undead, light, resistance
. . Opposition Schools Divination, Illusion
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Statistics
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Str 9, Dex 16, Con 12, Int 20, Wis 8, Cha 7
Base Atk +1; CMB +0; CMD 13
Feats Alertness, Augment Summoning, Spell Focus (conjuration)
Traits diabolical dabbler, master of pentacles
Skills Acrobatics +0 (-4 to jump), Appraise +10, Craft (bookbinding) +8, Diplomacy -2 (+0 to gather information), Knowledge (arcana) +10, Knowledge (geography) +9, Knowledge (history) +11, Knowledge (nature) +10, Knowledge (nobility) +11, Knowledge (planes) +13, Knowledge (religion) +10, Linguistics +11, Perception +1, Sense Motive +1 (+3 to read a social situation), Spellcraft +10 (+12 to identify magic item properties); Racial Modifiers +2 Spellcraft to identify magic item properties
Languages Azlanti, Celestial, Common, Draconic, Elven, Gnome, Goblin, Infernal, Thassilonian, Varisian
SQ able assistant, arcane bond (taurion, greensting scorpion [valet]), arcane focus, assume control, elven magic, summoner's charm (1 round), urbanite
Combat Gear pearl of power (1st level); Other Gear crossbow bolts (10), dagger, light crossbow, quarterstaff, cloak of resistance +1, bedroll, belt pouch, cage, tiny[APG], fishhook (2), flint and steel, folding chair[UE], ink, inkpen, journal[UE], masterwork backpack[APG], mirror, mug/tankard, sewing needle, signal whistle, spell component pouch, spellbook, string or twine[APG], thread (50 ft.), trail rations (7), waterskin, whetstone, 1,834 gp, 4 sp
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Special Abilities
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Able Assistant (Ex) A valet's master treats the valet as if it possessed the Cooperative Crafting feat and shared all Craft skills and item creation feats he possesses. This ability replaces Alertness.
Cooperative Casting
Your assistance makes item crafting f
Arcane Focus +2 to concentration checks to cast arcane spells defensively.
Assume Control (1 round, 8/day) (Su) At 1st level, you can attempt to gain control over a summoned creature by disrupting the bond between it and the caster who summoned it. You must make a caster level check (1d20 + caster level) equal to 10 + the summoning caster's level. If you know
Augment Summoning Summoned creatures have +4 to Strength and Constitution.
Deliver Touch Spells Through Familiar (Su) Your familiar can deliver touch spells for you.
Diabolical Dabbler Each fiendish animal you conjure with any summon spell gains +1 hit point per hit die for the duration of the spell that summoned it.
Divination You must spend 2 slots to cast spells from the Divination school.
Elven Immunities - Sleep You are immune to magic sleep effects.
Elven Magic +2 to spellcraft checks to determine the properties of a magic item.
Empathic Link with Familiar (Su) You have an empathic link with your Arcane Familiar.
Familiar Bonus: +4 bonus on initiative checks You gain the Alertness feat while your familiar is within arm's reach.
Illusion You must spend 2 slots to cast spells from the Illusion school.
Low-Light Vision See twice as far as a human in dim light, distinguishing color and detail.
Master of Pentacles (1/day) Conjuration spell gains +2 CL for the purpose of duration.
Share Spells with Familiar Can cast spells with a target of "You" on the familiar with a range of touch.
Spell Focus (Conjuration) Spells from one school of magic have +1 to their save DC.
Summoner's Charm (+1 rds) (Su) Increase duration of summoning spells by 1/2 level (permanent at 20).
Urbanite +2 Diplomacy to gather information & Sense Motive to read a social situation.
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Recently, You have all been summoned to deal with a very unusual case. A semi-retired pathfinder by the name of Kalkamedes has been struck be an unusual condition and you have been summoned to his home where Venture-Captain Sheila Heidmarch waits.
Venture-Captain Sheila Heidmarch glances out a window as the last wisps of twilight fade over the Fenwall Mountains. Turning from the sight, she runs her hand along the rustic cabin’s wall and stands beside an occupied wooden bed before addressing you. “This,” the venture captain says, gesturing to the man thrashing around violently, straining against the bonds that lash him securely to the bed, [/b]“is our colleague, Kalkamedes. Every night for several weeks now, he has fallen into a deep slumber and tried to sleepwalk right out of his cottage. If not restrained, he marches straight north, eventually falling off a cliff or into a bog as if trying to get himself killed in an attempt to reach an unknown goal.”[/b] As though he were expressing disagreement, the man tied to the bed suddenly begins pumping his limbs even harder, the violent spasms threatening to smash the bed into splinters.
“There are those who have recently criticized the Pathfinders for our indifference to the plight of our fellow field agents. It’s time to show that’s not true. I want you to help Kalkamedes, whether he wants it or not. Several of our best spellcasters have attempted an extensive list of magical cures, but whatever sleepwalking curse or effect he’s under tenaciously resists our efforts. All we can do is keep him safe.” Heidmarch pats him with a degree of professional affection, and Kalkamedes rewards her by trying to swat her with his head.
“Kalkamedes’s friends are at their wits’ end, so we are going to attempt the only thing that we have not tried: we’re going to let him go tonight. That’s where you come in. I want you to follow him and keep him safe and in one piece. Let him get to wherever his addled brain thinks he needs to go so badly. Maybe, just maybe, if he gets there, you can find a way to help him. Maybe you can determine who or what did this to him and find a way to undo it.” Heidmarch pulls out a serrated knife. “Now before I cut him free, does anyone have any questions or last minute preparations?”
Recently, You have all been summoned to deal with a very unusual case. A semi-retired pathfinder by the name of Kalkamedes has been struck be an unusual condition and you have been summoned to his home where Venture-Captain Sheila Heidmarch waits.
Venture-Captain Sheila Heidmarch glances out a window as the last wisps of twilight fade over the Fenwall Mountains. Turning from the sight, she runs her hand along the rustic cabin’s wall and stands beside an occupied wooden bed before addressing you. “This,” the venture captain says, gesturing to the man thrashing around violently, straining against the bonds that lash him securely to the bed, “is our colleague, Kalkamedes. Every night for several weeks now, he has fallen into a deep slumber and tried to sleepwalk right out of his cottage. If not restrained, he marches straight north, eventually falling off a cliff or into a bog as if trying to get himself killed in an attempt to reach an unknown goal.” As though he were expressing disagreement, the man tied to the bed suddenly begins pumping his limbs even harder, the violent spasms threatening to smash the bed into splinters.
“There are those who have recently criticized the Pathfinders for our indifference to the plight of our fellow field agents. It’s time to show that’s not true. I want you to help Kalkamedes, whether he wants it or not. Several of our best spellcasters have attempted an extensive list of magical cures, but whatever sleepwalking curse or effect he’s under tenaciously resists our efforts. All we can do is keep him safe.” Heidmarch pats him with a degree of professional affection, and Kalkamedes rewards her by trying to swat her with his head.
“Kalkamedes’s friends are at their wits’ end, so we are going to attempt the only thing that we have not tried: we’re going to let him go tonight. That’s where you come in. I want you to follow him and keep him safe and in one piece. Let him get to wherever his addled brain thinks he needs to go so badly. Maybe, just maybe, if he gets there, you can find a way to help him. Maybe you can determine who or what did this to him and find a way to undo it.” Heidmarch pulls out a serrated knife. “Now before I cut him free, does anyone have any questions or last minute preparations?”
I completed a few scenarios that have given me "Grippli-related features" and "Oread-Related features" and I have no idea why this means.
As one boon states:
"Oread's Favor: You have earned the recognition of a large group of Oread geniekin. This boon may be used in conjunction with other boons to grant one or more of your characters access to oread-related options."
I have no idea what this means at all. Does it mean feats, Traits, abilities, weapons, race?
Sorry if it's obvious I just can't wrap my head around it...
I've been playing around with this character concept and I'd like to hear some feedback from anyone who may suggest changes to this character build.
For fluff, he was rescued by my other pfs Character, Aurora Evelyn off a slave-ship when he was a child, however when he was rescued he had already been separated from his family so she brought him up.
On the stats end I've been keeping Str at 12 as any lower and it falls into medium encumbered. Bite is missing as he'll generally stay in human form to fit in during the day and I've been trying to keep a balance with the abilities as Cha is what Panache relies on as well as many of the abilities. I'm curious what anyone might suggest in ability changes of if you guys think this is an ok build?
Felix Fawkes
Male kitsune swashbuckler (inspired blade) 1 (Pathfinder RPG Advanced Class Guide 56, 125, Pathfinder RPG Advanced Race Guide 192)
CG Medium humanoid (kitsune, shapechanger)
Init +6; Senses Perception -1
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Defense
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AC 16, touch 14, flat-footed 12 (+2 armor, +4 Dex)
hp 11 (1d10+1)
Fort +1, Ref +6, Will -1
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Offense
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Speed 30 ft.
Melee dagger +2 (1d4+1/19-20) or
. . light mace +2 (1d6+1) or
. . rapier +6 (1d6+1/18-20)
Special Attacks panache (3)
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Statistics
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Str 12, Dex 18, Con 12, Int 13, Wis 8, Cha 14
Base Atk +1; CMB +2; CMD 16
Feats Combat Expertise, Weapon Focus (rapier)
Traits reactionary, swamp rebel
Skills Acrobatics +8, Bluff +6, Climb +5, Diplomacy +6, Perform (dance) +6, Stealth +8
Languages Common, Sylvan, Tien
SQ change shape, inspired panache
Other Gear leather armor, dagger, light mace, rapier, bedroll, belt pouch, fishhook (2), flint and steel, masterwork backpack, mug/tankard, sewing needle, shaving kit, signal whistle, string or twine, thread (50 ft.), trail rations (7), waterskin, whetstone, 51 gp, 5 sp
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Special Abilities
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Change Shape (Su) Assume a single human form.
Combat Expertise +/-1 Bonus to AC in exchange for an equal penalty to attack.
Inspired Panache (Ex) Gain no panache from killing blow, only from rapier crits.
Panache (Ex) Gain a pool of points that are spent to fuel deeds, regained on light/piercing crit/killing blow.
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I'm curious about what the ruling might be for custom gear in PFS.
What I'm after is a jackal mask for my PFS character here as he is a follower of Lamashtu. There doesn't appear to be a listing for it so I was hoping I may be able to buy it, but I have no idea of pricing. Will I need the GM's signature after his most recent game so that it's legal if it's allowed at all?
A question about the gunslinger. I'm curious about the rule for other bullets such as those made of silver or adamantine or even the alchemical cartidges that are specialised like Flare.
Are they also all reduced too? I'd assume they were as the rules just states Bullets, pellets and alchemical cartidges:
Gunsmithing does not grant the ability to craft firearms, ammunition, or black powder. Rather, it allows the purchase of bullets, pellets, black powder, and alchemical cartridges (with 1 rank in Craft [alchemy]) at the listeduced price, but does not grant a discount on the purchase of any firearm. Resold items gained through this feat are worth half the actual cost paid, not half the regular market value for the item. No PC can purchase a gun without this feat, even if they possess the Amateur Gunslinger or Exotic Weapon Proficiency (firearm) feats.
I'm about to report the scenario, however I have a few questions.
First, the group was 1st level so they should all be rewarded Subtier 1, however the character I wish to apply this to is 2nd so shall I use Subtier 2 or 1? I know I can't do day job rolls, but he still gets 1xp, 2 pres and the gold on normal progression.
Second, looking at the chronicle sheet with the many items there is something mentioned that makes me question this. I'm refering to a sentence in B5
the Confirmation wrote:
If the PCs fail to defeat the undead gillmen, reduce the amount of gold each PC earns by 66 gp. Do not reduce the amount of gold earned if the PCs instead defeated the encounter in area B5. Cross any items not found off the Chronicle sheet.
The highlighted area I just want some clerification as I'm probably thinking too much into it. I assume it means if the body was meant to have a +1 longsword and 1st level pearl of power then you cross them off, but leave everything else available and not the opposite where he has only two items and you cross everything else off?
I'm going to attempt to tie this to the pathfinder society.
In the small quiet town of Kassen, you have all been summoned by the society to help the town re-light the flame over the crypt as part of the history of the town.
As you arrive, you find that you are all alone and no one else appears to be in the town square.
This is a moment for you all to have a little banter and description of yourselves.
I will be running Crypt of the Everflame and will make sure to try and tailor the difficulty as this was made pre-pfs and it's origonal intention was to level half-way through. Since this cannot be the case with PFS 2nd levels would be helpful, but I know many will want to use their 1st levels to get to 2nd after the moduel so if we have all 1st I'll be sure to scale it.
I am going to start up this Modual on Friday so I'l give you plenty of time to get characters ready.
I have a question regarding the sanctioned Modules. I have a few characters I want to level through GM credit so I'm after whatever module gives you +3 xp and 4 PP.
It might just be me, but I can't see any clear sign on what ones give you that so any help will be most appreciated.
I'm looking for ones aimed at 1st level to get them to 2nd.
The invitation you recieved last night was remarkably simple, especially given the important of the occasion: "Start where it all began. Meet us at the Pig's Paunch one hour before dawn."
The Pig’s Paunch is a run-down building with a faded sign of a large pig standing on its hind legs, arms folded above a corpulent belly. Inside, the air is thick with the scents of human sweat, stale tobacco, and leftover food. In the center of the room, surrounded by inebriates sleeping off their revelries, a familiar elven man stands high upon top of a large round table.
“Welcome! Welcome, my students! Please, have a seat!” With that, Kreighton Shaine, the Pathfinder Society’s Master of Scrolls, nimbly drops down to sit cross-legged on the table before looking about the tavern with a sense of reverent wonder. “Can you believe it? It all started here years ago—well, over four hundred of them at least. Under this very roof the Pathfinder Society was born.
“But today! Today you will begin your Confirmation! Master Farabellus, Master Zey, and I all agree you each have shown your worth and dedication to the Society, so there’s no better time to see if you can handle becoming full field operatives. Allow me to introduce you to Janira Gavix,” he says as he motions for an excitable halfling woman to approach. She wears a large backpack and carries all manner of tools, pouches, and scroll cases around her waist.
Shaine continues, saying,
“Janira here will be going with you on your Confirmation. She was one of my brightest pupils and will no doubt be an invaluable resource on your journey, for she discovered the caves you are about to explore during her own Confirmation.” Janira speaks up in an enthusiastic and cheerful voice,
“Greetings, aspiring Pathfinders! Six months ago, while I was mapping cave entrances in the foothills of the Kortos Mounts, I witnessed a lone gillman entering a concealed cave. I thought little of it at the time, but I saw another one enter the cave again a month later as my Confirmation stretched on. A few days later, after I completed my assigned task, I entered the cave system, but was unable to find the gillmen.” Master Shaine hops to his feet. “Initiates, for your Confirmation, you will travel to these caves to explore and document its many passages. Additionally, and most importantly, you are to learn what the gillmen are up to in there. Oh, and you need to come back alive as well.” With these parting words, the Master of Scrolls jumps off the table and strolls to the door, but pauses for a moment "Make sure you are all equipped. You will need to take good notes for the society and be equipped. I'll be outside." she states as she makes her way outside, already raring to go.
Kreighton remains sat and chuckles.
"She has been a great student, but certainly not a patient one. If you wish to ask any questions, you best ask now." he states, keeping things to the point as he looks over his scrolls.
now's a chance to ask any questions your characters may be curious about. Afterwards we'll be travelling to the cave where this Gillman was last seen.
This idea is going to be a massive undertaking so I'm certainly not going to start it anytime soon.
The base idea is that it'll be a homebrew using the kingdom building rules of Kingmaker in a land far to the west. I was going to plan on having it as a fantasy version of america during the time of settlers, but it of course, won't be historically accurate due to the fact it's in Golarian.
There will be ruins of other civilisations that will have attempted to set up strongholds here and will either have been forgotten or left derelict due to Earthfall or possibly other unknown entities
There are a few ideas that I would like a few suggestions with:
1. The natives. Now I don't mean any insult or offend anyone, but I've been wondering if I should use one of the ethnicities that already exists (like Shoanti or Mwangi) or if I should create a new one, simply known as Apache with the language of the same name (though I know there are many different dialects with native Americans, for game terms it's easier to be a single language) who will be the human natives that live there, but they won't be the only ones. There will also be other races that live in and around this new land that the PCs will be colonising.
2. The group I'm thinking of who want to spread over to this new land could be the Pathfinder Society as that fits their motives, but also various other small groups. However, I'm curious if anyone has any better suggestions for groups that might fund such a trip.
3. Being to the west, would it be too out of the way to have Azlanti or Thassilonian ruins?
Also I'm open up to any other suggestions anyone might have. At the moment I've only got a very rough outline with ideas for there being many haunted and forgotten ruins, natural resources like Mines and such and later I was thinking they would end up discovering and possibly going to war with a Hobgoblin nation.
Again, any suggestions for possible locations or rampaging creatures would be of great help.
Basically a line in the guide has caused me a little bit of confusion:
Guide to Pathfinder Society Organized Play wrote:
Playing a module or sanctioned content from an Adventure Path from beginning to end earns a character 3 XP and 4 Prestige Points if that character is on the medium advancement track, or 1-1/2 XP and 2 Prestige Points for characters on the slow advancement track.
Now...my interpretation of this meant that various free Modules should give 3xp instead of normally 1. I ask this because I have two issues.
1. All the free Modules I have downloaded have no chronicle sheet on them at all so that causes a issue with organised play.
SIGH...sorry it's very late here and my brain isn't working. I just noticed on the link the little link below, saying where to go to get the chronicle sheets...
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This is the Confirmation, every pathfinder goes through this test before they become recognised as a pathfinder and those who are already recognise take part to re-enforce the society's rules, philosophies and practices
For those who don't know, this scenario can be re-played again and again so it doesn't matter if you've already played it, though of course no meta gaming.
This is a PFS game so PFS rules apply for character creation.
The date I'll start this will be Monday the 9th.
I'll invite you to the discussion thread when I've made my decision later this week.
I am opening a re-recruitment for my homebrew, Buried Secrets. The homebrew is set in Magnimar and has it's own story and events going on, however I also incorperate the player's backgrounds into the story with bringing in ideas for possible redemption and other things devised from your backstory.
Set up:
Magnimar, City of Monuments. It brings in all kinds of travellers, from scholars to study the ruins to hardened adventurers who wish to dive into the great Irespan in search of treasures. Many of these things or possibly more has brought you to the city.
The group are in contact with a mysterious man named Irthir. He deals with a lot of behind-the-scenes activities in Magnimar, but so far has not asked the group to do anything evil or unethical. If anything, he has been helping clear up the city and rid it of evil so far. He can get anyone, anything, but he doesn't deal with slavery, nor murder of innocents.
For one reason or another you may have searched for him through your contacts or choices. Either to gain work, information or whatever you can imagine.
Traits:
Start with 2 traits. One campaign (either one below or from another campaign that goes with your backstory) and another non-campaign trait.
Blood of Ancients: You have ancient and powerful blood running through your body. No matter your ancestor, you choose your own path, but you gain a boon from the strength of your ancestors. It may have manifested itself since birth or late teens, but either way you feel that you are destined for greatness.
Azlanti: Somewhere far in your past your ancestors were part of the great and ancient human race known as the Azlanti, who managed to escape the initial destruction of Earthfall. You have a natural skill with all things magical. You gain a +2 trait bonus to Spellcraft as you appear to understand all spells on a subconscious level.
Dire Corby: Your blood once crossed with the Dire Corby, bird-like humanoids that it was said once lived on the surface before being driven into the Darklands just as the Serpentfolk were. You have had many dreams of flying, more than the average person. You gain a +2 trait bonus to fly, which increases to +4 if the character gains wings.
Serpentfolk: Your ancestors mixed with the Serpentfolk, most likely as slaves that produced offspring or some kind of experiment in mixing the two species. You have an affiliation with serpents and reptiles, and can cast Speak With Animals at will to converse with such creatures (including various forms of dinosaurs, lizards, and other cold-blooded creatures). In addition, you gain a +1 trait bonus on the initial save to resist a poison.
Thassilonian: The lords of Thassilon decided that the lesser races should be allowed to practice magic just as the Azlanti do, however the civilisation fell into decadence and those that were there have been scatters, most likely either as Varisians or Shoanti tribes, both of who practice their own kind of magic. Your ancestor might have been one of the "lesser races" or an Azlanti who lives in Thassilonian. Because of your Affiliation with magic you gain a +1 trait bonus to one sub school (such as compulsion or polymorph).
Missing Colleague/Friend/Partner: You know someone who went to Magnimar to study the monuments of Magnimar as they appear to have become recently charged, though no one knows why. Your colleague went ahead of you to investigate this but has not returned your messages for several weeks and has gone missing from their inn room leaving no trace. From your study you gain a +1 trait bonus on Knowledge (history) checks made in Varisia due to your familiarity with its historical remnants. This bonus increases to +2 if the check relates to the city of Magnimar. Additionally, you gain a +2 trait bonus on any skill check made to receive a boon from one of Magnimar’s magically imbued monuments.
Omen: You one night have a vision of Magnimar in fire. You were then plagued with visions, yet retain no memory of them but you get a sense of Dejavu. Because of this you gain a +1 to initiative and reflex saves.
Child of a Hero: Varisia breeds many heroes in its history and you are the child of one of these many heroes who have travelled the lands and killed impending threats to Varisia and Golarian. That greatness has been passed to you, whether you ever knew your parent or not doesn't matter as they have passed down their greatness to you. You gain a masterwork breastplate and a +1 trait bonus to diplomacy within Varisia, due to the high standing of your parent or parents.
Character Creation:
Level: The characters are now 4th level
Ability Scores: 15 point buy
Alignment: Any non-evil welcome.
Hit Points: Max at first level, then average every level afterwards.
Classes: Core + APG + UM + UC and other Pathfinder sources
Starting Wealth: Average for your level, but note that this is a normal level of magic in this pathfinder world, so magic items will be available at markets, but artifacts and incredibly powerful items will be hard to come by for example, you won't find anyone selling a intelligent magic item.
Races:
Almost any race, apart from those with HD for obvious reasons, but as stated earlier it's better if it's tied into the backstory. For example, why would your character be a Kitsune that travelled all this way? Maybe a slave who broke free either by themselve, Ithir or someone else.
Spells, Equipment and Feats: Like classes, everything from offical paizo is allowed.
A few ground rules because I've had bad experiences with party members arguing and going at each other’s throats over the split of treasure and so on so please read these rules before applying. If you complain later, don’t say I never stated them.
Treasure: This will be done as fair as possible with a system that I have found has worked flawlessly.
The sale value of items and combined value of coins gem's etc. comes to 3000 gold pieces.
Each player gets 500 gold to claim out of it.
Player X wants item Y, which costs 1,000 gold.
He takes the item, and everyone else gets 400 gold. He then 'owes' the additional 500 gold out of his next treasure share; simply put, he takes 500 less from the next share, without having to pay gold back in.
This means people can claim what they like and it works out balanced and fair to everyone. As long as loot keeps coming in it works.
Everything else are forum rules, don’t be a pain and argue out of character, so on and so forth, yadda, yadda. We’re all grownups so I think you know the rest.
Application: I don’t need to see numbers for a character, but I put my stock in backstory. This is not a “first come, first serve” deal so please take your time with a backstory and how it ties into your traits, race and everything. I want to know why your character came here, what they’re after and what is their reason for seeking the mysterious Irthir? Not to mention what this person can get them that they have been unable to obtain information about.
I was originally thinking of running 6 players so I'll need three more, possibly 4 players to re-fill the slots. Whilst the recruitment is going on I'm going to devise a way for you to make an appearance.
I'm sure there's probably been a few threads like this before, but I'm after some advice.
I've been running PFS campaigns for a while, however I'm tempted to run a few PFS scenarios now, but need a little help as I'm new to GMing a pfs scenario.
1. Under the number of days should I just put down the single day it starts (as listing out all the day, with the usually PFS speed, would be roughly a month or less) or count out ever day.
2. This is more general PFS knowledge. After hosting a game, how you do you, as the GM, add the cert to your character? Is it the same as usual or do you need a special kind of chronicle sheet? Also what are the restrictions? Can you only apply 1-2 to a 1-2 level character or can it be any level, but scaled correctly to you? I'll be mostly doing low levels to get a few of my low level pfs characters up.
3. I'm confused on the mention of "Sessions". Would is be a single session if I run a single group for a scenario? I'm assuming that would be just 1 slot and 1 session (or more if I need to list multiple days.)
Thanks for any feedback. I'd really appreciate the help :D
decided to set up the gameplay thread as Alex pointed out he can't dot unless it exists.
As the Sun Shaman comes to see the group he is escorted by several Burn rider and invites you all back to his tent. When you arrive, he greets you all.
"Congratulations on becoming one of the Sklar-Quah, please, sit near." he instructs pointing to the personal fire. "As I have said, this tale is one passed down for many years back when we lived where your city now stands. My Ancestor, Coja Eyes-Aflame, who was called to join a righteous cause by a man named Mandraivus. He was a hero of a distant nation and needed a small group to fight a vile dragon, disguised as a human, named Kazavon. He was gone for many moons, but when he returned he was not the same. His hands would shake, his eyes carried a hunted look and would wake up every night in cold sweat and screaming in fear. Little was said about what he saw, but he said they had won and Mandraivus was in control of the fortress known as Scarwall. As long as he held it, evil would never return, he believed."
Knowledge Nobility, Religion or History:
Mandraivus was a mighty paladin, descended down a long line of holy warriors who followed Iomedae and was gifted a magical blade named Serethtial, that she crafted herself. His last mission was to destroy Kazavon and take over Scarwall as a perfect foothold into the Hold of Belkzen, but he has never been heard of again, however since no more attacks from Kazavon has happened many believe he died in the final battle and no one has been able to recover his body nor the blade.
"Although he and Mandraivus' companions had defeated this mighty beast, it would not die. The abomination's remains would twitch with life, even as they used their most powerful spells and weapons it would remain. The hero sent everyone away with different parts of the dragon, my ancestor carrying Kazavon's teeth back home. He was ordered never to contact any other members of the group and to make sure the relics were buried and hidden forever so this creature could never return to it's former life."
"We places the Midnight Fangs inside our ancient pyramid on the shores that Castle Korvosa now sits. Many Shoanti died protecting this temple to make sure none would discover the fangs. We have looked at the city in fear since, afraid that this day would come where someone would claim the teeth and be corrupted by it's influence. We were told by the spirits, as we guided them, that the fangs contain a fragment of the creature's soul. It is not powerful enough to cause trouble to the world, but it was known to invade the dreams of those who touched them, leaving only those with the strongest wills to look after the fangs, unlike the queen."
"Once these fragments have found someone weak enough, they grow much like a plant in rich soil to bloom into a mighty tree. She now possesses two souls. One is hers, the other is grown of Kazavon's fragment. Two souls in one body would grant her power over her own mortality. I believe you should all take part in one of our most rare rituals, the Blessing of the Ancestors. We only use this in times of great change to speak to the spirit world for guidance, however this situation required such a powerful ritual to take place."
When asked what spirit the party require, he points out it must have a powerful link to the group as the stronger the link, the better the information given and only one person comes to everyone's mind, Zellara. The ritual can only be conducted in the morning so you are all allowed to retire for the day, only until you are woken in the early morning before sunrise.
The Sun Shaman is sat near a fire, taking the time to prepare, however all he appears to be doing is rhythmic droning chant that goes on for two hours.
If you wish you can join hands with him and help prepare for the blessing and focus.
The location of the ritual is on the upper tier of Bolt Rock and the entire Flameford tribe as accompanied you all to watch in silence and respectfulness for the ritual.
The Shaman begins by recounting the legends of the tribe and the heroics and wisdom of the ancestors in a sing-song voice, shifting after ten minutes into wordless droning and rhythmic chanting. This continues for the two hours, after which the Sun Shaman slumps and the spirit of Zellara rises from the smoke of the fire to address you.
"Greetings again, heroes of Korvosa. Wise Curnach, brave Krenn, Jerin the Scholar and heroic Llyra." she states with pride as she smiles down to you all. She then draws spectral versions of the cards as she goes over them. "I have a message for you from the spirits, but first, let me conduct a new Harrowing."
As she conducts the harrowing she brings up some interesting pieces of information. For the past, she reveals that Scarwall, though liberated from it's owner, has fallen into darkness and no one, not even followers of Zon-Kuthon are safe there anymore. The blade sits in the fortress, awaiting the day to be held by another valiant and holy warrior.
The present reveals that The Brotherhood of Bones, though they have their own motiviations, will be a citical and valuable asset, however, do not fully trust them. It also adds, that attempting to strike down the queen without the blade will result in a slow and agonising death. Without the blade, you would be fighting an immortal.
The future is represented by some of the most horrible sights. Though the castle has remained empty of the living, Devils, intelligent undead and abominations are rife and living. Powerful beings such as a mighty dragon with scales blacker than the deepest darkness, once-living generals who continue to protect their fortress. Two minions of Zon-Kuthon still live, hiding deep below the building. One remaining guard and another a coward, cursed for angering his lord. A Devil from the dephs of hell is still here, trapped by the foul energies that bind the spirits to the walls of the great building.
Most dangerous of these creatures is a rare form of ghost that anchors itself to this world. Unless all the anchors are destroyed, it will continue to return and keep the spirits that have been captured over the years inside the walls. Another, possibly the most dangerous was a creature, who was once a Lich that served as a religious advisor, but now he has been transformed into a far worse and deadly creature. It is suggested you protect yourselves from the powers of death when entering this blight on the spirit world.
Zellara concludes her interpretation, pausing before she speaks again to you.
"I have a tale to tell you." after this she begins to sing with a clear, but haunting song.
Fate of steel—Serithtial
Her cage for years sustained
Four enthralled in lost Scarwall;
Undead to keep her chained.
A spirit first, red war his thirst
Still stands at post of old;
A second foe, infernal soul
Waits high in tower cold.
In kennel’s grime third bides his time
Then vents his killing breath.
And on a stone ’mid ash and bone,
The final dreams of death.
The spirits worn and battletorn
And locked in their damnation,
The chained one’s hold at last grows old
And ushers in salvation.
Yet hope remains amid the chains
When blade’s stone cage has crumbled,
Friends to dread and the death of the dead,
Keys to Kazavon humbled.
As the song finishes, Zellara smiles again, although this time her smiles seems somewhat sad or bittersweet. You feel a sudden upsurge in your souls as the spirits of the dead infuse you with energy to aid them, even when miles away and within Scarwall as the location is a blot on the spirit world too and they wish to see your victory.
The Shoanti stand amazed as the ritual ends and Zellara fades into darkness. Finally, Chief Ready Klar breaks the awestruck silence.
"Truly, you are all blessed by the spirits and bear their mark. You honour us with your presence and friendship. As they go forth to battle the evil that has plagued these lands of ash for many-score generations, they go with the power of the Sklar-Quah. They shall go forth with the power of Father Sun in their hands."
The energy can do one of two things, listed below:
Infused Weapon and Armour: The spirit world infuses one weapon, suit of armour, or shield owned by each of the PCs (even if the item in question is not present at the blessing). If the PC chooses a weapon, it gains the undead bane weapon quality. If the PC chooses armour or shield, the chosen protection gains the ghost touch armour quality.
Infused Soul: The next time the PC fails a saving throw against a death effect, that effect is negated but the PC is stunned for one round as the spiritual energies in his soul are burnt
away. This protection can save each PC only once from a death effect.
[ooc]you can stay for a bit longer or make a move on however way you wish to travel, including teleportation or other types of travel such as Shadow Walk or even Transport Via Plants.
Here you guys can tell me when you're ready before I get a start on building up the dramatic start to the adventure.
Still arguing over myself on how much info I should give you (the AP just says a few portions you should know, but suggests Zellara should help you out with predictions) so we'll see how things go.
I got myself the Advanced Class Guide yesterday for Herolab and I found that for some strange reason, when attempting to make a Warpriest (Cult Leader) of Lamashtu that for some strange reason Kukri was not the deity's favoured weapon, even though I swear it was all the time in the past and instead it's just the Falchion.
I remember seeing it as Kukri and Falchion when I made an Inquisitor, but now Kukri appears to be just missing. Is this a herolab issue or has Kukri been removed on the warprist?
Edit: I found this being the only source to suggest Kukri in a seporation next to Falchion, but still.
Also it appears she is depicted with Kukris as her weapon of choice AND her faithful in art appear to wield them so am I missing something?
I have a Nagaji for PFS and I was origonally thinking of making him a Cleric, however my gameplay focus would be more spells so I've been considering Oracle, however I can't really see a mystery that would suit her. Anyone have any ideas?
Been attempting to find the answer to this question myself, however so far I have failed to find anything. I have a 8th level Aasimar with the Andoran faction and as the faction is now retired I'm curious as to what happens to my prestige points? Do they just disappear or get transferred over?
Now for the current adventure I'm running I have the idea for a creature. I was thinking of making Amphibious Sharks. There is the amphibious template, but it doesn't specify if it gives it legs, though I assume in the description where it mentions fins becoming legs and legs become fins (based on what the base creature was) but I was wondering if there was a template that specifically added legs or not?
I've been looking up some suggestions for Martial Artist monk after I made this character as I was curious what would be helpful with this build.
My original idea was focusing on a young woman who has spent her entire life in a monastery, improving her strength and wisdom to the highest degree. As a follower of Irori, that is why she is focused to the perfection of ones body and so her personality is rather blunt with no real idea how to act in society (hence a explanation for the low Cha) and when she left, she decided to head out to improve life for other people which is why she joined the Silver Crusade (that, and Lantern Lodge has been retired.
I'd like to keep a focus on being a purely hand-to-hand monk if it all possible. Especially considering at 4th level I can gain fighter feats, meaning at 3rd I get weapon focus, then weapon specialisation at 5th in unarmed strike. When I found that I found it awesome, but yes I'd like a focus on hand-to-hand combat.
Mia Kusanagi
Female Human (Tian-Min) Monk (Martial Artist) 1
LN Medium humanoid (human)
Init +8; Senses Perception +8
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Defense
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AC 17, touch 17, flat-footed 14 (+2 Dex, +1 dodge, +4 wisdom)
hp 10 (1d8+2)
Fort +4, Ref +4, Will +6
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Offense
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Speed 30 ft.
Melee unarmed strike +3 (1d6+4)
Special Attacks flurry of blows, stunning fist (1/day, DC 14)
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Statistics
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Str 16, Dex 14, Con 14, Int 9, Wis 18, Cha 7
Base Atk +0; CMB +3; CMD 20
Feats Dodge, Improved Initiative, Improved Unarmed Strike, Stunning Fist
Traits quain martial artist, reactionary
Skills Acrobatics +6, Knowledge (religion) +3, Perception +8, Profession (scribe) +8
Languages Common, Minkaian, Tien
SQ ac bonus, stunning fist (stun), unarmed strike
Other Gear 150 gp
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Special Abilities
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AC Bonus +4 The Monk adds his Wisdom bonus to AC and CMD, more at higher levels.
Flurry of Blows -1/-1 (Ex) Make Flurry of Blows attack as a full rd action.
Improved Unarmed Strike Unarmed strikes don't cause attacks of opportunity, and can be lethal.
Stunning Fist (1/day) (DC 14) You can stun an opponent with an unarmed attack.
Stunning Fist (Stun) (Ex) At 1st level, the monk gains Stunning Fist as a bonus feat, even if he does not meet the prerequisites. At 4th level, and every 4 levels thereafter, the monk gains the ability to apply a new condition to the target of his Stunning Fist. This conditio
Unarmed Strike (1d6) The Monk does lethal damage with his unarmed strikes.
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I'm personally quite happy with this build for the character, but I'd like people's opinions on anything I should change.
The idea of the build is she'd be focused on combat which is why she has no skill points in Disable Device (especially as trap sense is removed due to other abilities) and put a focus in acrobatics, swim, escape artist and so on. Her abilities also reflect this, keeping strength at 10 as I hope to gain the agile quality on blades at a later date and next level gain Finesse Rogue to get weapon finesse.
Also getting perform dance to go down the Shadow Dancer route. I use punching daggers with this character so that she is always armed and even though they don't have the same crit range as a dagger, the idea is for sneak attacks, but if she does run out she has two wrist sheaths loaded with daggers for a potential Ooze situation or her weapons getting destroyed by some other means along with spare daggers for hurling or backup.
Build:
Yolanda Vislinskaya
Female Human (Chelaxian) Rogue (Knife Master, Scout) 1
CN Medium humanoid (human)
Init +4; Senses Perception +5
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Defense
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AC 16, touch 14, flat-footed 12 (+2 armor, +3 Dex, +1 dodge)
hp 10 (1d8+2)
Fort +2, Ref +6, Will +1
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Offense
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Speed 20 ft.
Melee dagger +0 (1d4/19-20) and
. . dagger +0 (1d4/19-20) and
. . dagger +0 (1d4/19-20) and
. . heavy mace +0 (1d8) and
. . light mace +0 (1d6) and
. . punching dagger -2 (1d4/×3) and
. . punching dagger -2 (1d4/×3)
Special Attacks sneak attack +1d6 (1d8/1d4)
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Statistics
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Str 10, Dex 19, Con 14, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 10
Base Atk +0; CMB +0; CMD 15
Feats Dodge, Two-weapon Fighting
Traits blade of the society, shiv
Skills Acrobatics +5 (+1 jump), Climb +1, Escape Artist +5, Perception +5, Perform (dance) +4, Sleight of Hand +5 (+5 to conceal a light blade), Stealth +5, Swim +1, Use Magic Device +4
Languages Common
SQ hidden blade
Other Gear leather armor, dagger (3), dagger, dagger, heavy mace, light mace, punching dagger, punching dagger, backpack, masterwork, belt pouch, crowbar, wrist sheath, spring loaded, wrist sheath, spring loaded, 46 gp
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Special Abilities
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Blade of the Society You gain a +1 trait bonus to damage rolls from sneak attacks.
Hidden Blade +0 +0 bonus on Slight of Hand checks to conceal a light blade.
Shiv +1 damage with one-handed piercing or slashing weapons in a surprise round
Sneak Attack +1d8/+1d4 +1d8 damage with a dagger-like weapon if you flank your target or your target is flat-footed.
I've been toying with the idea of making a PFS Barbarian female who is basically like Conan in personality, however female instead. So far I was looking through the archetypes and I'm thinking either straight barbarian or True Primitive.
However, I also wanted to build her with a over-sized weapon like the iconic barbarian with her bastard sword, but instead went with battle axe just because I prefer axes, though I might go with Bastard Sword as it does deal more damage (2d8 instead of 2d6 from axe) so I'm open to suggestions. Here's the build so far:
Gael Of The Waves
Female Human (Shoanti) Barbarian (True Primitive) 1
CN Medium humanoid (human)
Init +2; Senses Perception -1
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Defense
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AC 17, touch 13, flat-footed 14 (+4 armor, +2 Dex, +1 dodge)
hp 15 (1d12+3)
Fort +4, Ref +2, Will -1
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Offense
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Speed 20 ft.
Melee (L) battleaxe +4 (2d6+7/×3) and
. . handaxe +6 (1d6+5/×3)
Ranged sling +3 (1d4+5)
Special Attacks rage (6 rounds/day)
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Statistics
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Str 20, Dex 14, Con 15, Int 7, Wis 9, Cha 7
Base Atk +1; CMB +7; CMD 19
Feats Dodge, Power Attack
Traits bred for war (shoanti), shoanti tribesman (varisia)
Skills Climb +6, Intimidate -1, Survival +4, Swim +6
Languages Common, Shoanti
SQ favored terrain (urban +2), illiteracy, tireless rage
Other Gear hide armor, battleaxe, handaxe, sling, 109 gp
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Special Abilities
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Favored Terrain (Urban +2) (Ex) +2 to rolls vs Favored Terrain (Urban).
Illiteracy May never learn to read or write any language.
Power Attack -1/+2 You can subtract from your attack roll to add to your damage.
Rage (6 rounds/day) (Ex) +4 Str, +4 Con, +2 to Will saves, -2 to AC when enraged.
Shoanti Tribesman (Varisia) (Survival) +1 to Survival checks, Survival is always a class skill for you.
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I wanted to have her built as a Shoanti and her background involves being near a harbor so she has a rank in swim.
I've gone for full power on strength, which has left my dex and con a bit lagging, but at 4th she'd gain a point for con to improve hitpoints. Any suggestions will be welcome.
note: I just realized I forgot to give her ammo for the sling.
Not sure if this is the right thread for this but here we go.
I've been considering publishing a 3PP monster book, but I have no idea where to start in reguard to advertisement, PDF making, printing and so on.
I'm well versed in converting monsters from 3.5 to pathfinder and have been looking over the monster creation rules extensively so no help needed in that area.
I'd like to know how other companies started up and how they went about starting up the company, constructing their first book/PDF, advertising and so on. Any help on the subject would be much appreciated and if this is the wrong thread I apologise and will see if I can get it moved.
After the kingdom of Vertaria has risen there were many doom says claiming that this land would not last a week where better civilisations have, however this kingdom has continued to grow.
The nation has grown to a substancial size and just as our heroes prepare themselves for their next adventure, rumors of Troll sightings in the south grow which start to cause a slow panic to build through the nation, however Sir Bronwyn, the noble leader of the people manage to disperse these concerns, bringing up the grand battles that have been fought, including the recent attack of two wyverns.
A new order arrives, giving the group permission to travel to the south and take new lands for themselves, but be careful for there be Trolls out there.
Telias:
You decided to abandon your cabin where in the night you heard the howls of creatures you know to be dangerous. Two belonging to enormous wolves known as Worgs and another belonging to a creature known as a Winter Wolf.
You did not flee, but just retreat for now where you believe those who claim to own these lands will be able to help you oust thses creatures from your home.
I have been glancing at both systems and am unsure what I'd like to explore. Both seem really cool and with GURPS you can add a lot of stuff, including using the book Cthulhupunk for great old ones walking around. I don't know what to choose for this setting I have in my head. I'm not going to start any of these games yet (and if I do it'll be online) but later when I have more free time I might explore one or the other.
The Idea:
I was thinking about how I'm a little annoyed that the anime Cybercity Oedo 808 never got to continue beyond the three episodes and that there was a lot of material and I thought since it's a high tech world, Shadowrun would be great for it, but so would Cyberpunk. I have no idea which one would fit it better.
Basically I was thinking of just re-creating the opening where prisoners (of a orbiting prison station) whose sentences each equal around or over 100 years are given the choice to go back to earth to help the police in apprehending high-risk cyber criminals and in return, they get their sentence reduced partially depending on the job, how well they carry it out and so on.
That's the only part of the anime I was intending to use, beyond that it could be anything they encounter and it could be magic or advanced cybertech gone wrong or even the spawn of great old ones.
so which do you think fits better? Shadowrun or GURPS Cyberpunk? Which is the easiest to get into aswell?
Here's the OOC. Setting this all up for you all and should be ready now.
Sorry if I rushed really fast, I wanted to get the intro done with as i'm quite ill and i don't want you all waiting for me to reply to what only needs one person to say yes or no to.
The group, having escaped Korvosa via a boat, spend their time heading to the other nearest large city, Magnimar. There they sold their loot, went to crafting and buying equipment to further aid in their adventure. As they return to the village of Harse once people see them they all begin to question the group.
"Where are you from, strangers?" one askes and another person moves up to ask "Are you from Korvosa? What's happening there?" with many other questions following. Vencarlo comes in close and suggests you all make way to a friend's home. There he and Neolandus can stay without attracting attention.
The narrow village of Harse is located on a strip of land at the point where the Sarwin River empties into the Falcon River. The village itself only contains a few dozen buildings, including a church dedicated to Erastil, two groveries, two taverns (the Spotted Pony and the somewhat dingier Nag Bag), a large inn and a bustling ferry service. This town was a traditional river-crossing site since as far back as shoanti times. The north-eastern edge of Harse features a large collection of stables and other buildings around an open field, known as the Harse Marketwhich is one of the most popular places to buy and trade livestock in the region. The site of a yearly rodeo designed to single out the best animals and riders.
The majority of Harse's citizens don't live in the village proper, but one of the dozen ranches and farms that dot the surrounding countryside and it is one of these that Vencarlo leads the group to. One named, The Blackbird Ranch.
You can deal with the crowd retro-actively. Ignore them or inform them who you are and what's been going on in the city. It's obviously many of these people are worried for loved ones back in the city.
A mere 15 minute travel by horse back leads you to this ranch where you can see quite a few horses grazing. You see a group of people by the horses, riding a few and running them through tracks. It's then that Vencarlo whistles and a Barrel-chested man makes his way to the group.
"Vencarlo? Erestil's bow! What are you doing here?" he asks putting out a hand to shake with his dear friend.
"It's hard to explain. We need you to help me and my friends. Take us to that old cellar of yours and we'll talk there. Okey, my friend?" the man's grin fades and he puts on a serious look, knowing instantly something must be up and he nods to the group.
"Let's make our way. Keep this business out of earshot of the kids. That little girl of mine wants to travel like we once did." Vencarlo smiles at this.
"I assume you've supported her?" he asks with a small laugh
"By Calistra's arse, did I? I set her straight about the danger. We're the last of the blackbirds and I'll be damned if my daughter leaves on some fool quest to to discover a worthless pile of rocks or try to find a hairless dwarf! No, she'll grow up and find herself a nice man who'll treat her good and she might even have a farm of her own to bring her kids up on."
The conversation goes on with the two talking about Vencarlo's old adventuring days. You learn this man's name is Jasan Adriel and their group known as the Blackbirds had made a small fortune adventuring as they explored the Storval Rise and the Mindspin Mountains. A fortune, that you don't doupt he spent on this farm and Vencarlo spent on building up his school. They seem to stop when they get to a point when talking about the Dwarven tomb they discovered and the undead horrors within. Clearly something about that day hangs on them heavy.
His family clearly takes notice of you, but they don't press any of you for questions. However, the oldest of the girls with long flowing red hair and slender hair looks to the group with intrigue. They're all dressed in boots for this sandy landscape and where the mother and youngest daughter wear dresses, the oldest is wearing overalls.
Basically it's like the wild west with all the sand, horses and cattle.
Once everyone is in the basement, Jasan leans against a nearby wall and examins the group.
"Alright, what mess have you gotten yourself into, greatest swordsman in Varisia?" he says with a hint of sarcasm, but his crossed arms suggesting he is serious about finding out.
Those who have never been to big cities before are amazed by the sheer size of Magnimar and how confusing the streets can be to a first timer. As it's such a huge city there is many taverns and many more criminal elements both supernatural and natural, but that's common knowledge.
Built around the ruins of ancient Thassilon many strange forces and occurences happen here. Some worry that some hidden monster might escape like the Shriezyx, yet this doesn't stop heroes entering the ruins to never be heard of again, or worse, returning as babbling fools.
Misfortune or destiny, whatever it is, it has brought you to the Dockway and to a tavern known as "The Old Fang" which is best known as a taproom and cheap inn built right on the docks and covered in barnacles below and with white paint peeling off the top. Run by a woman known as Ol' Mam Grottle, a burly, no-nonsense matron who keeps order. Inside the walls are covered with old nautical trophies by her late husband who hunted at sea and died by an enormous swamp barracuda. The head of the same creature is stuck to the wall, taken by Ol' Mam herself and left there as a reminder that she is not to be trifled with.
Upon entering the place appears to be busy and you all arrive at the same time, showing the symbol to Ol' Mam who escorts you into a private room in the back. The room seems quite musty and not well used. In the centre is a long wooden table with six chairs and one large chair at the head of the table with a note attached: "Reserved". You also get a cramped feeling due to the lack of windows in this place
On the table awaiting you are several plates with meat, cheese, wine, water and mead with a note set up for you to all read.
Welcome all. I apologise for my lateness, but something has come up. Please, sit down and enjoy the meal. It's on the house.
Signed, your benevolent benefactor.
P.S. Please leave my seat unoccupied, thank you.
You also see something added in another person's handwriting beneith the note
P.P.S. No spittin' 'Ol Mam worked hard to clean this room for you, so show to respect.
Here we go, your characters can introduce each other and we go on from there.
Here's the discussion thread and welcome all who got in. Soon you'll be entering Magnimar to meet the mysterious Ithir. No one is known about this man, in fact most people swear he goes by several descriptions making him impossible to pinpoint.
Working on the opening now. Just got some new ideas to start up with. You each have your invite and on it is a special symbol unique to you alone. The letter explains you must show this to the tavern owner to be allowed into the meeting area.
Hi all, DM Aron Marczylo here with a homebrew called, Buried Secrets. This will be Pathfinder, set in Golarian in the city of Magnimar starting at 1st level with 6 players.
Set up:
Magnimar, City of Monuments. It brings in all kinds of travellers, from scholars to study the ruins to hardened adventurers who wish to dive into the great Irespan in search of treasures. Neither of these things have brought you here, but something mysterious is going on in the world that you have yet to comprehend.
In this city you are to meet up with a man named Irthir. Well known in the criminal underworld as an enigma that has been around since early civilisation and is said to be able to get you anything you desire for the right price, yet holds a moral code by refusing to deal in slavery or those who wish to harm innocents.
You decided to search for him because of an issue that has come up in your own life (see traits below or use campaign trait from a AP) and no matter what you or anyone else does to help, it doesn’t bring you any closer to the answers that you seek, but from asking around, you find an invitation in your bedroom one night of this stranger promising to help you, if you are willing to visit him and discuss the issue. He is the only positive lead you’ve had so far, everything else leading you in circles or paying money to people who found nothing themselves
Traits:
Start with 2 traits. One campaign (either one below or from another campaign that goes with your backstory) and another non-campaign trait.
Blood of Ancients: You have ancient and powerful blood running through your body. No matter your ancestor, you choose your own path, but you gain a boon from the strength of your ancestors. It may have manifested itself since birth or late teens, but either way you feel that you are destined for greatness.
Azlanti: Somewhere far in your past your ancestors were part of the great and ancient human race known as the Azlanti, who managed to escape the initial destruction of Earthfall. You have a natural skill with all things magical. You gain a +2 trait bonus to Spellcraft as you appear to understand all spells on a subconscious level.
Dire Corby: Your blood once crossed with the Dire Corby, bird-like humanoids that it was said once lived on the surface before being driven into the Darklands just as the Serpentfolk were. You have had many dreams of flying, more than the average person. You gain a +2 trait bonus to fly, which increases to +4 if the character gains wings.
Serpentfolk: Your ancestors mixed with the Serpentfolk, most likely as slaves that produced offspring or some kind of experiment in mixing the two species. You have an affiliation with serpents and reptiles, and can cast Speak With Animals at will to converse with such creatures (including various forms of dinosaurs, lizards, and other cold-blooded creatures). In addition, you gain a +1 trait bonus on the initial save to resist a poison.
Thassilonian: The lords of Thassilon decided that the lesser races should be allowed to practice magic just as the Azlanti do, however the civilisation fell into decadence and those that were there have been scatters, most likely either as Varisians or Shoanti tribes, both of who practice their own kind of magic. Your ancestor might have been one of the "lesser races" or an Azlanti who lives in Thassilonian. Because of your Affiliation with magic you gain a +1 trait bonus to one sub school (such as compulsion or polymorph).
Missing Colleague/Friend/Partner: You know someone who went to Magnimar to study the monuments of Magnimar as they appear to have become recently charged, though no one knows why. Your colleague went ahead of you to investigate this but has not returned your messages for several weeks and has gone missing from their inn room leaving no trace. From your study you gain a +1 trait bonus on Knowledge (history) checks made in Varisia due to your familiarity with its historical remnants. This bonus increases to +2 if the check relates to the city of Magnimar. Additionally, you gain a +2 trait bonus on any skill check made to receive a boon from one of Magnimar’s magically imbued monuments.
Omen: You one night have a vision of Magnimar in fire. You were then plagued with visions, yet retain no memory of them but you get a sense of Dejavu. Because of this you gain a +1 to initiative and reflex saves.
Child of a Hero: Varisia breeds many heroes in its history and you are the child of one of these many heroes who have travelled the lands and killed impending threats to Varisia and Golarian. That greatness has been passed to you, whether you ever knew your parent or not doesn't matter as they have passed down their greatness to you. You gain a masterwork breastplate and a +1 trait bonus to diplomacy within Varisia, due to the high standing of your parent or parents.
Character Creation:
Level: This is for 1st level characters.
Ability Scores: 15 point buy
Alignment: Any non-evil welcome.
Hit Points: Max at first level, then average every level afterwards.
Classes: Core + APG
Starting Wealth: Average, however for future reference those who are starting later get wealth per level as the rules. (This is not a low magic campaign, so magic items will be available if this is ever the option.)
Races:
Other races will be accepted on a case-by-case look. The city is open to most races and would’ve seen stranger groups of heroes walking the streets. It’s a big port city so just about any race of human ethnicity would be found here or make their way here.
Spells and Equipment: Core, APG and Adventurer’s Armoury, but Ultimate Combat armour allowed (not in pieces) for characters from Eastern lands (like Tian Xia or other locations)
Feats: Core, APG, ARG, inner sea guide and other (with DM approval)
Rules:
A few ground rules because I’ve had bad experiences with party members arguing and going at each other’s throats over the split of treasure and so on so please read these rules before applying. If you complain later, don’t say I never stated them.
Treasure: This will be done as fair as possible with a system that I have found has worked flawlessly.
The sale value of items and combined value of coins gem's etc. comes to 3000 gold pieces.
Each player gets 500 gold to claim out of it.
Player X wants item Y, which costs 1,000 gold.
He takes the item, and everyone else gets 400 gold. He then 'owes' the additional 500 gold out of his next treasure share; simply put, he takes 500 less from the next share, without having to pay gold back in.
This means people can claim what they like and it works out balanced and fair to everyone. As long as loot keeps coming in it works.
Everything else are forum rules, don’t be a pain and argue out of character, so on and so forth, yadda, yadda. We’re all grownups so I think you know the rest.
Application: I don’t need to see numbers for a character, but I put my stock in backstory. This is not a “first come, first serve” deal so please take your time with a backstory and how it ties into your traits, race and everything. I want to know why your character came here, what they’re after and what is their reason for seeking the mysterious Irthir? Not to mention what this person can get them that they have been unable to obtain information about.
I've looked in all three Bestiaries, but for adding class levels to monster's section (page 297 in bestiary) they only have the core clases, but I can't find any reference to the APG. I have a few suggestions beneith.
My suggestion for roles:
Alchemist: Skill (like bard is skill, there is a focus on other abilities rarther than spells)
Inquisitor: Combat (Like ranger more of a focus on combat and less on spells)
Oracle: Spell (As they are often quoted as being the divine caster equivilent to Sorcerers)
Summoner: Special? (This one is a hard one to fit in any of the roles)
Witch: Spell (Because there is a focus on spells and hexs with this class)
Any suggestions or arguments against my suggestions are welcomed. The main reason I ask if spoilers below, but it's because it has CoTCT spoilers. If you have a reply to the spoiler, it'd be best to be done in spoilers as to not spoil the plot or anything for others who might be reading this.
CoTCT Part 5 Spoilers:
Basically it's about a character who is quoted as merely being a Mummy Lord in an area with a Demilich.
In 3.5 (if you didn't know) a mummy lord is a mummy with 10 levels of cleric changing it from CR 5 to CR 15 as their rules were that any class added +1, which in pathfinder isn' the case. Mummy is under the role for combat and clerics are under the role for spells. This means adding 10 levels of cleric to the mummy will only make it a CR 11 which is 4 short of what's needed and to replace that with inqisitor levels if it's a combat role.
However I've just released whilst revisiting the AP, it says that Prelate Aruth is CR 11 anyway, however the room is meant to be a EL 15 encounter so I've no idea which is correct. Eitherway, I'd like to know what people's thoughts are for future brainstorming sessions.
I'm curious how many of you would be interested in an adventure path built for evil characters.
Never gotten the chance to play evil characters and I have heard how hard it is to run a evil campaign so one that was focused on the characters starting out as evil would definantly be very interesting and fun in my opinion.
I've not really posted her looking for answers as I've usually found them, but here I'm totally lost.
The set up is the bard has used antagonise to lure a boss towards him, however he doesn't realise the creature doesn't speak or understand common and he spoke in common.
The feat and skill intimidate do not mention that it has to be language based, however diplomacy it states is so I'm curious on the ruling you guys would go with and the reasoning behind it.
Over the months Old Korvosa has become quarantined and forgotten as the little island is left to iself. Many have become more open on their opinion of the queen and there have been incidents where they have been arrested by the Grey Maidens.
Everyone know the only legal way to depose the queen is the seneschal, Neolandus Kalepopolis however he has been missing ever since the death of Eroden and no one has yet heard of him resurfacing. Some are suggesting that he may have had something to do with the king's death, but he had nothing to gain besides being the one that intoduced Sabina Merrin to the king to get his portrait painted.
One night as you all sleep you are wrecked with a particular nightmare. You see Korvosa with lighting bolts firing down from the black and cloudy sky before a immensely sized blue dragon flies down from the sky, roaring and breathing out lines of lightning before landing on the castle, wrapping it's immense body and tail around the castle before letting out a roar and then leering at you, it's eyes baring into your soul.
You all wake up in a cold sweat and after heading downstairs learn of the queen making a public appearence. The first time since the botched execution of Sabina Merrin.
