Curse of the Crimson Throne / Edge of Anarchy (Aardvark DM) (Inactive)

Game Master Troy Malovich

I don't know what you've got in your game re: classes, but a CotCT game I was in collapsed...if you think Parneth might be uitable at whatever level, and you can recruit a DM then, in fact there are 4 players in the game that collapsed that are available. follow Parneth's posts.

Just in case it helps.

Rutter/Neva,

I posted in the 'seeking' thread Aardvark we would like him to GM, and of our being ok with the other two players, though I dont know what size party he is wanting. I assume he (they) will find their way over here.

I'm here, was looking at the other apps, which doubled (ok, from 2 to 4).

We have
NG Dwarf Fighter
LG Human Fighter
NG Human Cleric (Pharasma)
N Halfling Summoner (Serpentine Eidolon)

I will still need a few (2-3 at the most) days to be spun up and ready to move forward. Do we want to decide now, or give it those couple days?

I'm reluctant to add either both fighters, or another Cleric. I like the idea of the LG fighter, but concerned that his weapon choice is purely optimal (chakram and falchion seem like odd choices). The Dwarf is good, but I personally am not a big fan of 1st-2nd lvl characters having years of combat experience in their backstory (that's just a peeve thing). The summoner seems fine, but again at a personal level, True Neutral worries me as an alignment, as I'm not sure where the character is coming from.

I would think that 1 fighter, and probably the summoner would work. Any opinions, should we see if there are any more app, in the next few days while I finalize my preparations?

I never had much of a chance to develop his personality, but basically an ex slave that was almost killed until his master accidently unlocked the eidolon. Personality I had pictured him as closer to unaligned from 4E than anything else, slightly untrusting, and difficult to work with at first, but not untrustworthy. Just a rather tough and cynical street rat who sees both complete lawfulness and complete chaos as equally silly, and no thought at all to the good or evil axis, though his actions reflect a definite tendency for good as that seems to cause fewer long term problems. I agree that Neutral can be a hard one to pin down, but none of the others really fit the character. If he ends up not fitting, don't worry about it, I just thought I'd offer him as available if needed.

This is probably not the appropriate thread, and I apologize if it is not, but I have been following the decision-making process. I can definitely change the backstory slightly to reflect less experience as a fighter. My goal with the backstory was to be sure to get him to Korvosa at the appropriate time and in the right position to be integrated.

I like the idea of the LG fighter, but concerned that his weapon choice is purely optimal (chakram and falchion seem like odd choices)

As that fighter, I can let you in on why I made my decisions. I picked the chakram because A) I needed a cheap ranged weapon B) I've never seen anyone wield it and C) I think its a cool weapon(yes, I watched xena as a kid). As far as the falchion goes, I just picked a two handed weapon that I have not had a PC use. If it will help my application, I can easily change what kind of primary weapon he wields. I can wield any of the two handed weapons if it will make you feel more at ease.

Welcome, Aardvark, and thanks for taking on this campaign. We're obviously happy to have you here.

As for the other PC applicants: I'm ok with either fighter and summoner per your reasoning. I do not want another cleric of pharasma (with a shared domain) in the party, so I support your thoughts (and Deevor's).

That being said, I would prefer that the group not be larger than 6. Of course, you are the DM, but I'm making my preference known.

This old midwife stands ready to mentally and emotionally justify the abrupt change in cast. Life itself starts with a painful transition! :-)

Not that I dont like the other cleric character, but we do already have one, and dont really need another. So My vote goes the same as yours for that.

Summoner and a fighter is fine with me. Ive already mentioned which one of them Ive had posting history with. Up to you, aardvark ;)

What changes, if any, do I need to make to Pravlox?

You need 2nd level.

I noticed you had armor on the Eidolon, I'm certain they cannot wear armor.

Also, a personal preference, is the character photo you, or your eidolon? If it's your Eidolon, could you link a pic of roughly what Pravlox looks like, or choose an avater that matches him?

Copper, Rutter, or Neva, how did you guys do 2nd level HP? Was it a roll or take half?

I'm a fan of rolls, but I think for the AP, I don't think I would mind the 'take the roll or half, whichever is higher' method.

I have read most of the way through the game thread, less than 100 posts left. I will read up to where you are in the AP tonight/tomorrow and will get familiar/account with dabbleboard. I may not use it (though I get the ease of moving your own icon), but I have gotten pretty adept at the PowerPoint I use, and check/update frequently. So, if I do end up using images, not many player's turns will go by without me moving/updating the map.

Also, just a heads up, I will be off the net Jul 15-16 for a family outing. I would bring my laptop, but I think the wife aggro I would get would be worse than missing 2 days of game.

Aardvark: Thanks for the selection, I look forward to the continued progression and stability of the AP.

I rolled for second level HP (an 8), and I started with 1000GP, starting gold for Second Level.

Please let me know if there is anything further that you require regarding changes. I am also scanning the pics for a better Avatar shot This one is a lttle difficult to make out details. :-)

If I could find a picture that worked for Pravlox himself, I would use it, but the selection for halflings is weak at best, and I am already using most of them for other characters. Going for something that looked roughly like his eidolon was the closest I could get. I'll get the other changes worked up sometime tonight.

Copper, Rutter, or Neva, how did you guys do 2nd level HP? Was it a roll or take half?

I'm a fan of rolls, but I think for the AP, I don't think I would mind the 'take the roll or half, whichever is higher' method.

I'm okay with any configuration of PCs joining.

I'm not a fan of dice-rolling (at least not on this website), but as far as I know, we were supposed to roll for our HP. I'd be happy to revise, if you're okay with Rutter taking half.

I think we (or I did anyway) all rolled for HP. I like the roll or take half, whichever is better, option though, lol.

Also, I dont know how Rutter or Neva liked dabbleboard, but I cannot access it from work, so Id be very happy to see us use something else for the mapping.

If the core three want to change their 2nd lvl HP's to roll or half, go for it.

Pravlox, can you find and link a halfling picture from anywhere else? If I have a link, I can grab it and turn it into an icon for mapping. I just want one for you so we can keep you and your pet different (and hopefully get a pic that looks like you want it to). It doesn't need to be your avatar, as I know sometimes finding just the right pic from their selection can be limiting.

For me, I would just rather represent you as a pic instead of P on the maps.

Also, I have a House rule I put in place back in 3.0 that I prefer to use. I'm not a Tyrant (though some of my players have called me a benevolent dictator), so I ask if you guys wouldn't mind using it.

Since skills are the only area that 1's and 20's tend to not be auto fails or successes, I modified the mechanic. Don't worry, I didn't change it to auto fail/success, just that a roll of 1 or 20 results in a -/+ 10 to the roll (I can be talked down to 5). A nat 20 =30, and a nat 1 = -10.

I did it because I got upset at skill rolls where the player would say "Even on a 1 I can't fail, so there's no point in rolling." or "Oh, I wasted my crit on a Knowledge History" (okay that may still happen).

Mainly, it was just to add weight to 1's and 20's on skill rolls, so they were just as exciting as when it happens in combat.

Thoughts/issues/complaints?

Also, as far as XP, you guys were going off the level when you tell us correct? Since the AP tells when this should happen, I'm more than fine with it. Since only 2 of you are original from the beginning, we can readdress the issue if you would like?

This will be the alias I run the game with.

I rolled max on my HP, so Im gonna leave mine alone. ;)

The skill houserule is fine, though you may need to remind me that its in effect if it happens to me.

Level when told is fine with me as well.

@Aardvark DM: Do you need anything else from me, or should I just start to look for you introducing us in the game thread?

I had been planning on doing that, Aardvark, but my computer mouse on my PC went on the fritz and I've been spending all day trying to get it to work. I will include it when I update the character to level 2.

Felgar, off-hand I don't see anything that I still need from you. Though you show having a Hero point. I imagine from the build he was for before, I won't be using them.

NP, Pravlox, whenever you can, I'm still preparing myself.

I will write you guys in, it shouldn't be too hard. Pravlox still has a Gaedrenn write-up, why not find the people who did it? Felgar works for the guard like the heroes at this point. I may bounce some ideas off you, but other than that the two should be a simple add-in.

How should I handle money and equipment?

Go with the WBL chart for a 2nd lvl PC.

Hero Point deleted...it came from Hero Lab profile. Looking forward to the intros. Thanks

Pravlox HP 1d8 ⇒ 3
Rex HP 1d8 ⇒ 3

Pravlox should be good to go once I get the HP updated.

Copper, you said dabbleboard doesn't work for you at work, does flikr?
Link for a map from my other game

Also, Neva, Felgar and Pravlox, I will be rolling for the harrowreading for you guys. Since you weren't there at the start and only came in late from attrition, I think it's fair that you have harrow points as well as a chosen card.

From you three, if you roll a d9, I will tell you what your chosen card is.

I'm not doing a flavorful read for right now, just one to get the points. I'll save the flavor for when we start the second module.

1d9 ⇒ 1

Pravlox, your chosen card is "The Dance". Keep this on your sheet as it bears relevance later in the adventure.

Real quick story tie-ins for the two new members. Use these, whenever you feel like, to introduce yourselves to the group and start up some introductions chatter in-game.

Tarot Card Roll: 1d9 ⇒ 3

I'll let you know about the map on Monday, when I get to work in the morning.

At least for now, flickr is accessable.

In case anyone hasn't been watching the game thread, we are ready to move forward.

Neva, I really enjoy your character. Makes me lol so much. :P

I too will have to say I really enjoyed your comments in this last little discussion. I also still need a d9 roll for your chosen Harrow card.

I'm enjoying all the characters. Should be a fun group for RPing.

Neva, I really enjoy your character. Makes me lol so much. :P

Thanks Copper! I chortled about your "...bridge of the nose between thumb and forefinger..." comment all day. Nice bit of characterization!

...I too...[and]...still need a d9...

Thanks as well, and here you go. Who am I to deny the d9?

Glad to have you aboard, Pravlox! No go find out what's happening in that alley for me. :-)

Neva, your chosen card is "The Cricket".

Whoops, went back to check on the cards and realized I didn't tell Felgar what his was. Felgar your chosen card is "The Juggler"

Aardvark:I rolled a 3 on the d9 a couple of posts ago in this thread. What is my chosen card? Please forgive me, but what does the chosen card mean in terms of significance? Is this just flavor, or should we be up to speed on the cards and their meaning?

Felgar, I noticed that whe I told Neva hers. Your card is "The Juggler".

For the chosen cards they give you extra benefits at a certain part of the module. Both Rutter's and Neva's (The Cricket) give them a benefit at one part of the scene after the Eel's End. Your card gives you a different benefit during the same scene.

Pravlox's will help at a part in Eel's End, and Copper's may only come up if something goes wrong. When you are in the scene attached to your card I will let you know what your benefits are.

As for your Harrow points, I will put a spoiler in my profile on what you can spend them on.

You only get the Harrow points from the initial fortune-telling in the module, but there is one at the start of each module that give them to you.

Heads up, I will be unable to post from Fri afternoon to Sat evening (Eastern). I will back on Sat night to update all my posts.

Aardvark DM: Do the new additional characters get the Harrow Points from the initial telling, and if so, how many do we have?

Yes you do, and you got 3, Pravlox. Its listed on the post where he did the readings for Felgar, Neva, and Pravlox, under the spoiler tab. Its about a half a page up from here.

Thanks for heads up...missed that!

Sorry for the delay, my schedule just got flipped for a class I have to take Tue-Thu this week. So I will post tomorrow evening, so I can write a good long one and update the map.

Just got on, sorry, again. I know you guys are worried at your DM attrition rate. Fri night (late) I will be up all night, I will have something up then at the LATEST.

No worries, thanks for the updates!

Gearing up for a trip and then traveling, so I might be a bit slow to post. But I'm around!

Neva, I believe your CMB and CMD should be 1 higher. I imagine from the BAB of the new level. Also, could you put your saves in your profile?

Fixed and added!