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Change a creature's type to construct, and apply the clockwork template.
They would gain all the construct defenses in addition to whatever features and abilities they previously possessed (save those which rely on physiology they no longer possess--unless they can be imitated by mechanical organs and the like).
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Change a creature's type to construct, and apply the clockwork template.
They would gain all the construct defenses in addition to whatever features and abilities they previously possessed (save those which rely on physiology they no longer possess--unless they can be imitated by mechanical organs and the like).
Thanks for the info! I didn't even know there was such a thing as clockwork template...
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So what would making the creature a construct do to its CR? I see that the clockwork template is CR+0, but that's assuming it's being applied to something that's already a construct.
Take into consideration the immunities: bleed, disease, death effects, mind-affecting effects (charms, compulsions, morale effects, patterns, and phantasms), necromancy effects, paralysis, poison, sleep effects, and stunning.
Depending on the party, this could affect the CR differently.
If you add other effects, like immunity to magic (which is common amongst golems), it could further increase their CR.
Really, it's up to you to gauge your party's strengths and weaknesses, and to adjust the CR accordingly. Though, construct-templated creatures will prove more difficult for most groups.
Personally, I see the immunity to magic feature as something that makes golems special and unique. I personally don't think run of the mill constructs should be immune to magic. That makes them more appropriate for lower level encounters, and also doesn't restrict the actions of the spellcasters, so they can still participate normally.
Yeah. The clockwork template should also have a way to jam the construct using Disable Device.
This isn't necessarily clockwork beings but I posted a bunch of my Steampunk houserules here before Pathfinder had their gun rules (which I am now using). Anyway, about 20 posts or so through I posted my rules for "Steam Proxy" which are articial steam-powered limbs. Just thought it might interest you.
Hm... Try this. If that doesn't work I guess search Steampunk Setting, Machines, Firearms, etc.