Obsidian Portal...Here's my ideal and let me know what you think....We use OP as your main character sheet. There you would keep track of everything about your character along with notes/reminders/builds.
I'm still going to have to say no to OP. I checked and it's blocked at my work office. And my evenings at home are primarily reserved for family-time and freelance work on Paizo's behalf, so I'd rather *not* take up part of my time accessing OP from home to update Jonagher's profile a second time. Sometimes, I can provide a swift, in-game post here and there on Paizo's game boards afterhours (due to familiarity and ease-of-use), but I'd rather not be faced with maintaining two character sheets at two different sites. However...
Nothing about the game will ever be only posted at OP. And you truly won't have to go there (save the one time to set up a character) if you didn't wish. But it would be there for you when needed. It would be a big boon to me and I hope for everyone as well.
If this is the case, perhaps you could simply "airlift" whatever I put into Jonagher's character profile on this site into such a character profile at OP for your own notes? That seems like the best compromise since it let's you have everything in one place to track it, but I'm not burdened with the additional upkeep. You can own that aspect of Jonagher's record-keeping...and just refer to any changes I make here on his Paizo profile if and when he levels up...which I'll let you know anytime I adjust something.
Just FYI, I'm not trying to be a stubborn hardcase here. This is a sticking point for me, because awhile back I had to trim my PbP games (dropping two out of five) because of my workload. This game was initially on the chopping block, as well. But, I've enjoyed playing Jonagher enough...and he's become so invested in the current storyline with the other PCs...that I didn't want to let anyone down by stepping out. The recent departure of DM Berwick actually presented another opportunity to cut things back, especially since it looked like the game was going to die on its own. But, like everyone else, I'd rather see it continue. I'm just on a razor's edge in terms of my availability right now. And, keeping things "as they are" will allow me to stay involved...whereas added complexity or time demands won't...
Just my two cents,
--Neil
Hi guys, can you remove me from the players list, seems im now listed as a player here and it shows up in my campaigns*.
I believe that happens because you posted in the thread awhile back. Whatever process Gary runs, it can't distinguish from who's an active player in the game vs. who simply posted inside the thread. Once Lost Gamer takes over as GM for the game, I suspect he'll have access to some kind of campaign management tool to remove you.
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Hi guys, can you remove me from the players list, seems im now listed as a player here and it shows up in my campaigns*.I believe that happens because you posted in the thread awhile back. Whatever process Gary runs, it can't distinguish from who's an active player in the game vs. who simply posted inside the thread. Once Lost Gamer takes over as GM for the game, I suspect he'll have access to some kind of campaign management tool to remove you.
Yeah I'm aware, its happened to me on a few occasions. Assumed he had inherited it already :)
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If this is the case, perhaps you could simply "airlift" whatever I put into Jonagher's character profile on this site into such a character profile at OP for your own notes? That seems like the best compromise since it let's you have everything in one place to track it, but I'm not burdened with the additional upkeep. You can own that aspect of Jonagher's record-keeping...and just refer to any changes I make here on his Paizo profile if and when he levels up...which I'll let you know anytime I adjust something.Just FYI, I'm not trying to be a stubborn hardcase here. This is a sticking point for me, because awhile back I had to trim my PbP games (dropping two out of five) because of my workload. This game was initially on the chopping block, as well. But, I've enjoyed playing Jonagher enough...and he's become so invested in the current storyline with the other PCs...that I didn't want to let anyone down by stepping out. The recent departure of DM Berwick actually presented another opportunity to cut things back, especially since it looked like the game was going to die on its own. But, like everyone else, I'd rather see it continue. I'm just on a razor's edge in terms of my availability right now. And, keeping things "as they are" will allow me to stay involved...whereas added complexity or time demands won't...
Sounds good to me. I was going to suggest the very thing.
I am finishing up my reading in the next hour or two and will check back here for anything else before posting.
EDIT: Hmm looks like I just did inherit this game as of this post.
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You need only let me know your log on name and I will send you an invite. The you will be a part of that campaign.
Ok I am headed over to update as I can. Truly the next couple things will be up to all of you.
Just a couple things:
1) Will have a map tracker on Flickr (as well as one on OP) and most - read as all - battlemaps will be there as well.
2) Will try to link as many posts to this aliases account as I can. Things like the knowledge rolls for the island, and the nightmares, etc.
3) Only game thing I see as a mishap that really shouldn't be effecting things to much is when you all found the dead cook's body. The main thing is that he was only dead for about 24 hours (I think in game it says awhile) and his only wounds are two puncture wounds to the neck (like from a large snake). Cookie died of the poison from that bite. But as you all recalled the odd thing was he served up his Glop when that body says he should have been dead at the time.
4) Going to be going over character the next couple days as we get the feel for each others playing styles. I can tell everyone this from the start my main goal is to have fun.
Heading to post up and get this rolling once more.
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Character check for Origen:
* Perception should be +6 [ 3 ranks + 3 class skill - 1 WIS + 1 Trait]
* dagger not listed under ranged attacks
* Spell like abilities Acidic Ray should note that it is a range touch attack
* Experience should be 3,500xp (will be using the fast progression) - more on my XP rules later this week
* Don't know what Faction TPA and CPA points are (sorry)
* dagger should weigh 1lb, 10 bolts weigh 1lb, vial of ink weighs 0lbs, have your total weight carried at 30.5lbs
* hat is listed as .5lb should be 0lb - usually a worn item
* still working on a group/at camp list of equipment (how much wandermeal did your explorers take with them?)
Sorry you were first to post and I couldn't sleep. I really like the background and will work all of it in this AP to help flesh it out and make it our own.
Character check for Origen:
* Perception should be +6 [ 3 ranks + 3 class skill - 1 WIS + 1 Trait]
There is a +1 competence bonus from the lesser explorer's hat.
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* Don't know what Faction TPA and CPA points are (sorry)
Thanks to you both. F. Castor is correct about the hat. I'll try to check Origen over later tonight.
TPA and CPA is a way of tracking "credit" with the Pathfinders. CPA is how many favors that the factor currently owes you, and TPA is your reputation in the faction. Some favors cost multiple points of CPA. It's from the Factions Guide (or something like that).
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Went and got a copy of the faction book from the local gaming shop. Will look into using it.
Character check for Isandril:
* Handle Animal list +3 CHA- should be the +3 for being a class skill I believe
* Have total weight you are carrying at 58lbs. Please check and list weight carried and your capacity on sheet, thanks.
* Experience should be 3,500xp (using fast progression) NOTE to Everyone: Every PC should have this amount of XP please
* I like the prequel for your fourth level build. I only have one question: What type of animal are you leaning towards for your companion. You will be 4th lvl before leaving the Shiv for sure so I wish to set a little RP for this.
--List of Animals not Allowed:
--- Bear
--- Camel
--- Shark
--- Wolf
* all vermin companions allowed (UM - pg 36) if you wish one
* add Dimorphodon to list of avaiable animal companions
* In your background you didn't join the Pathfinder Society offically - but still helped out. That is good as I believe the next module (in the mail for me) has the group once more working with them.
Updating IC shorty.
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--List of Animals not Allowed:
--- Bear
--- Camel
--- Shark
--- Wolf
---Monkey
---Ape
---Simian of Any Variety Whatsoever
Here, I fixed this for you. ;-)
* add Dimorphodon to list of avaiable animal companions
Ooh! Ooh! Dinosaur in the party!
Character check for Isandril:
* Handle Animal list +3 CHA- should be the +3 for being a class skill I believe
You are quite right. Missed that. I have changed it. :-)
* Have total weight you are carrying at 58lbs. Please check and list weight carried and your capacity on sheet, thanks.
Done.
* Experience should be 3,500xp (using fast progression) NOTE to Everyone: Every PC should have this amount of XP please
Also, done.
* I like the prequel for your fourth level build. I only have one question: What type of animal are you leaning towards for your companion. You will be 4th lvl before leaving the Shiv for sure so I wish to set a little RP for this.
--List of Animals not Allowed:
--- Bear
--- Camel
--- Shark
--- Wolf
I was thinking to have a panther (falls under small cat, essentially a leopard). I would love to RP the way he gains it, perhaps the animal companion and the spellcasting -both gained at 4th level- being linked and showing that he has gained a somewhat deeper connection with and understanding of the natural world now that he has actually experienced it.
* In your background you didn't join the Pathfinder Society offically - but still helped out. That is good as I believe the next module (in the mail for me) has the group once more working with them.
I believe some sort of connection with the Pathfinder Society was sort of a prerequisite for our characters that the previous GM had asked us to include in their backgrounds. Worked rather well, I would think. :-)
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I have no preference for how you set up your character. But I would like it if you could list all mods for something so I know where the pluses come from.
Example: Isandril had listed for melee attack +8 and when I went about adding it up I came up short. (Due to later finding out his character had Weapon Finesse - didn't see it the first look at feats).
If it was listed out +8 (BAB 3 + DEX 3 + MW 1 + WF 1) then I would have saved myself a little head ache.
Mostly this is used for skills.
They have a tutorial about the code they use I think they use < > instead of [ ] for coding things.
I know you get a neat box that you can use to establish rows with by using <pre> text here </pre> which is good for character sheet. And they have the option to use an actual HeroLab like sheet if you wish.
I am still in earlier learning stages myself.
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Character check for Origen:
* Perception should be +6 [ 3 ranks + 3 class skill - 1 WIS + 1 Trait]
* dagger not listed under ranged attacks
* Spell like abilities Acidic Ray should note that it is a range touch attack
* Experience should be 3,500xp (will be using the fast progression) - more on my XP rules later this week
* Don't know what Faction TPA and CPA points are (sorry)
* dagger should weigh 1lb, 10 bolts weigh 1lb, vial of ink weighs 0lbs, have your total weight carried at 30.5lbs
* hat is listed as .5lb should be 0lb - usually a worn item
* still working on a group/at camp list of equipment (how much wandermeal did your explorers take with them?)
Made the changes, but I also noted that Isandril has my crossbow and bolts, as we established that during the first attack on the cannibals.
A re-check of his carried weight suggested 31 lb, or 26 lb without the crossbow and bolts--comfortably under medium encumbrance. Thank you, masterwork backpack.
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And the crossbow and bolts would put Isandril into a medium load.
Dang guess no one really wants to carry that crossbow. LOL
Speaking of Isandril - F.Castor please let me know if panther is they way you wish to go. I would hate to start a "bonding" early and you still be deciding. Plenty of time though - this is pbp, just want a diffident.
Concerning Obsidian Portal: I had actually forgotten about that. Sorry... I will try to take care of it later today.
Concerning Animal Companion: Yes, definitely a black panther. :-D
Concerning Origen's Crossbow: At least for the time being, I believe the crossbow is to be loaned to Torden. As for the backpacks thing, I was actually going to get a masterwork one as soon as we have the means (well, if ever we have the means, all things considered ;-)). And probably a bow of some sort at the same time.
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Charcter Check for Jonagher:
* Not sure what your other favored class is (my guess would be wizard)
* Have total skill points 30 - and looks like you spent only 29? Maybe add one to know planes to make checks above DC 10?
* Have total gear at 58lbs (medium load) ACP should be -3.
* Should have a scroll case and the copied text from the Ancient Azlanti spellbook in it under equipment. (great background will be adding it to the AP as we play)
Also to those that have them we will be using the whetstone rules found in Adventures Armory with the added house rule that you sharpen your blades only once in the morning as part of "getting ready for the day" and it will thus have unlimited uses - Unless this campaign goes 100 years or more in game. So first successful attack everyday will get a +1 bonus to damage. Number of weapons to be sharpened is only limited by the time in the morning you wish to take. (15 minutes/weapon)
I have just set up an account at Obsidian Portal as FCastor. As I am on call at the hospital today, character creation will have to wait until later.
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Character check for Yuuwa
* Under special abilities still lists channel energy as 1d6(changed under class abilities).
* Please list out HP as - [3d8=16] + 3 (CON) + 3 (FC). Almost thought you had to many but figured that must be where you put your favored class bonus each level.
* Under trident you should list brace ability somewhere.
* CMB should be +2
* CMD should be 12
* Have skill points at 15 - [2 (class) + 2 (INT)] x 3 (level) + 3 (human); but looks like you only spent 14 points.
* Swim skill missing ACP modifier.
* Orisons still says 3 Zero level spells but Yuuwa is up to 4
* Under class abilities Alignment Spells not listed - Yuuwa may not cast "evil" spells due to her alignment.
* Weights not listed so I am guessing both shield and Holy Symbol are wooden based on total weight.
* So she is a member of the Qadira Faction? Just have not yet gotten any PA/CA? Am still looking into this but may be using those rules.
* Under Today's Spells it has 3 second level spells but I only see 2 spells allowed plus domain.
Charcter Check for Jonagher:
* Not sure what your other favored class is (my guess would be wizard)
I never selected one, as I don't intend to multiclass Jonagher. He'll stay straight rogue until he can qualify for the Pathfinder Delver prestige class (from Seeker of Secrets). That was the plan, at least, from the beginning of the game. Now it depends on whether you have that book and can support that bit of character development. Our prior GM (not Berwick, the one before that) asked me to leave it undefined in case I ever did want to multiclass Jonagher. At that point, we'd make the new one his second favored class...whether it was fighter, ranger, or wizard or something else.
* Have total skill points 30 - and looks like you spent only 29? Maybe add one to know planes to make checks above DC 10?
I never really planned on giving Jonagher ranks in Knowledge (planes). The trait bonus just comes along with the Scholar of the Great Beyond background trait (which I wanted for the class skill and bonus to Knowledge (history) more than anything else). Given Jonagher's rudimentary understanding of magic, it might make sense to give him a rank in Knowledge (arcana) or Spellcraft. Or, maybe just bump his Survival skill by another rank.
I wish there was a trait called Scholar of the Arcane (rather than the Great Beyond). That way, it would provide a +1 trait bonus to Knowledge (history) and Knowledge (arcana), with one of them being chosen as a class skill. If you'd be open to spinning it that way, I think that would better define what I had in mind for Jonagher.
* Have total gear at 58lbs (medium load) ACP should be -3.
You're going into a lot more detail on encumbrance rules than any GM I've played under (both tabletop and PbP), which is fine if that's what you prefer. It just becomes another layer of minutiae for me to keep an eye on. I think the prior GMs chose to handwave it unless there was a particularly egregious abuse of Monty Haul-esque proportions.
* Should have a scroll case and the copied text from the Ancient Azlanti spellbook in it under equipment.
I'll add that.
...(great background will be adding it to the AP as we play)...
FYI...I had something particular in mind for that background...
Essentially, the wizard who entrusted that spellbook to Jonagher's mother for translation was a reincarnated serpentfolk...one of the Coils of Ydersius...in human guise. It wanted the book translated because it believed it held clues to the location of Saventh-Yhi. Somewhere along the way, Jonagher's mother realized what the book contained and decided to hold onto it (so no one else would find it) and stall the serpentfolk into thinking she needed more time to study it. Once the snake had had enough...and, upon finding the book had been "stolen"...it killed Jonagher's mother and burned down her shop. The actual translation of the Azlanti script might not be the location of Saventh-Yhi. It could be anything related to the Ancient Azlanti and their struggles against the serpentfolk empire. Or maybe some additional clue that'll aid in deciphering Azlanti riddles and puzzles down the road. I'll leave that up to you. But, in general, Jonagher is meant to be part-Indiana Jones and part-Lara "Tomb Raider" Croft.
Also to those that have them we will be using the whetstone rules found in Adventures Armory with the added house rule that you sharpen your blades only once in the morning as part of "getting ready for the day" and it will thus have unlimited uses - Unless this campaign goes 100 years or more in game. So first successful attack everyday will get a +1 bonus to damage. Number of weapons to be sharpened is only limited by the time in the morning you wish to take. (15 minutes/weapon)
Good to know. And to have at our disposal. Jonagher certainly enjoys sharpening his knives.
I never selected one, as I don't intend to multiclass Jonagher. He'll stay straight rogue until he can qualify for the Pathfinder Delver prestige class (from Seeker of Secrets). That was the plan, at least, from the beginning of the game. Now it depends on whether you have that book and can support that bit of character development.Charcter Check for Jonagher:
* Not sure what your other favored class is (my guess would be wizard)
If I may, I would like to point out that not having that particular book is remedied by visiting d20pfsrd.com.
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I never selected one, as I don't intend to multiclass Jonagher. He'll stay straight rogue until he can qualify for the Pathfinder Delver prestige class (from Seeker of Secrets). That was the plan, at least, from the beginning of the game. Now it depends on whether you have that book and can support that bit of character development. Our prior GM (not Berwick, the one before that) asked me to leave it undefined in case I ever did want to multiclass Jonagher. At that point, we'd make the new one his second favored class...whether it was fighter, ranger, or wizard or something else.
Don't wish to do to much bending of the rules (a can of worms never good to open). You are suppose to choose it at first level but I can see being allowed to see the flow of the character to see where it might lead. Please choose one when you reach 4th level it's just to bad you can't choice PrC's like Pathfinder Delver
I never really planned on giving Jonagher ranks in Knowledge (planes). The trait bonus just comes along with the Scholar of the Great Beyond background trait (which I wanted for the class skill and bonus to Knowledge (history) more than anything else). Given Jonagher's rudimentary understanding of magic, it might make sense to give him a rank in Knowledge (arcana) or Spellcraft. Or, maybe just bump his Survival skill by another rank.I wish there was a trait called Scholar of the Arcane (rather than the Great Beyond). That way, it would provide a +1 trait bonus to Knowledge (history) and Knowledge (arcana), with one of them being chosen as a class skill. If you'd be open to spinning it that way, I think that would better define what I had in mind for Jonagher.
I don't know. Anything may be played off or a story about it made up in an RP game. Perhaps you read a lot of books on the subject fascinated by the possibility of other worlds as a child. Your mother's collection could have been small enough only to offer you the trait bonus. Anything that adds to the RP when you make a crunch roll is always a plus.
You're going into a lot more detail on encumbrance rules than any GM I've played under (both tabletop and PbP), which is fine if that's what you prefer. It just becomes another layer of minutiae for me to keep an eye on. I think the prior GMs chose to handwave it...
I feel it evens out the fact that warriors in armor have to take an ACP. If allowed to carry whatever wizards and the like get off extremely lucky. But this is really only worried about at low levels after a while a warrior gets armor, feats and such to take the ACP down. And you will probably find a magical item to also get rid of it - haversack, muleback cords, etc. But at these low levels it is another drawback of being new to the adventuring game.
Besides when your in a dungeon and discover a chest with 3,000pp in it I need to know who is dragging that extra 110lbs around or if the group can even take it with them!?
- Nice add on to the background. I have added it to the GM secret part of your character on OP and will be fleshing it out. As well as having you find the item needed to become a Pathfinder Delver.
I know it may take a while to get use to my DM style after a year playing with DM Berwick. Just always remember that I am out for a fun game for everyone, and nothing else.
Regarding a trait that is associated with Knowledge (Arcana) and Knowledge (History), there actually is one in the Pathfinder Companion book Taldor, Echoes of Glory. Unfortunately, it is a racial one, requiring one to be an Azlanti Human in order to take it. Also, it is a 3.5 thing, but as far as I know and can tell, most traits need no changes whatsoever to translate from 3.5 to PF.
Here it is, in any case. Despite its name at the site I found it, as well as the little "Fan Content" sidenote, it really is neither a conversion (being identical to the 3.5 version, since traits like this one are abundant in PF) nor a fan creation (since it actually appears in a Paizo book).
In the actual book, it reads like this:
Azlant Fanatic (Human—Azlanti): Your years spent in
libraries reading every musty tome you could find about
the ancient lost civilization of Azlant have given you insight
into the subjects of history and the arcane. You gain a +1
trait bonus to Knowledge (arcana) and Knowledge (history)
checks. One of these skills (your choice) is always a class
skill for you.
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I saw your character - great work - and I added a picture. So the "+" sign was giving me the headache with all the underlining great to know thanks.
Thanks! To be honest, he's really a bit older than Origen, but it's about the only male Azlanti avatar.
Looks like your character can't wait to get some use out of that Reach Spell feat come next level huh? :)
Yes, Origen doesn't have much long-range magic yet, but he'll have the option to make some decent close-range spells medium range soon enough.
Isandril is also up at Obsidian Portal.
Azlant Fanatic (Human—Azlanti): Your years spent in libraries reading every musty tome you could find about the ancient lost civilization of Azlant have given you insight into the subjects of history and the arcane. You gain a +1 trait bonus to Knowledge (arcana) and Knowledge (history) checks. One of these skills (your choice) is always a class skill for you.
That actually sounds perfect. It even fits with Jonagher's background. I had no idea they slipped that trait into the Taldor book. Good find. As long as our GM has no objections, I'd like to switch over to that. And, considering I've yet to use Knowledge (planes) for anything, it wouldn't require retconning. In addition, as far as the racial requirement, we could say Jonagher's mother had Azlanti blood in her...which made her the ideal candidate to translate the original tome (after all, that's why she knew Ancient Azlanti). That would make Jonagher half-Azlanti (or maybe one-quarter or something) as well.
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Guys--
I am really sorry to do this, but I have to bow out.
I've had some family and work issues explode in my face and I can't really commit to being on here on a regular basis if at all.
I don't care if someone wants to take Torden or if you want to NPC him until you find another.
I wish you the best.
Sorry to hear that, Curn_Bounder. I hope all goes well mate. Take care.
In case a replacement is to be sought, I believe DM AK has expressed interest.
That is all.... for now. Over and out... err... also for now. :-)
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Actually Niel Spicer I would leave that up to the rest of the group. If I myself allowed a change then others might ask for similar things from me that I may find it hard to say yes to. Everyone please let your opinion be know and I will be around only as a tie breaker.
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I to am sorry to hear RL has gone hectic. I wish you lots of luck and hope things turn out for the best.
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Up to the group if they wish a sixth (maximum party size) player or not. I will think of a suitable shipwreck/way to add in another character.
Actually Niel Spicer I would leave that up to the rest of the group. If I myself allowed a change then others might ask for similar things from me that I may find it hard to say yes to. Everyone please let your opinion be know and I will be around only as a tie breaker.
Even if I had not made a change to my own character, and a bigger one that the one Neil is asking for, I would still say yes. After all, I am fairly certain that if he had known of that particular trait when he was making his character, I have little doubt he would have chosen it instead of the Scholar of the Great Beyond one. Besides, it fits beautifully with Jonagher's character and background.
Long story short: Aye.
As for the sixth player, as I said in my last post, there is already one who has expressed interest, and he is a very reliable one at that. Plus, it would save us and our GM the trouble of looking for one. That is, if he is still interested. My point being, I usually do not mind if we do get more players or not, but if the group and the GM lean thowards recruiting a replacement, I would suggest seeing if DM AK is still interested before going the more traditional route of the recruitment thread.
Interested, what kind of pace do you play at? I'm stretched a little thin PbP wise but if your pace isn't incredibly quick I should be able to keep up as a player.
Interested, what kind of pace do you play at? I'm stretched a little thin PbP wise but if your pace isn't incredibly quick I should be able to keep up as a player.
A post a day keeps the doldrums away. And we were all voting earlier that we'd be fine if the GM moves things along by posting for a player that hasn't checked in for over 24 hours...or longer if we're talking about a weekend layover.
Post a day is not an issue, nor is taking actions on my behalf- 24 hr rule also not a problem. I'm a PbP regular here so I know the ropes :). I saw the discussion on Obsidian Portal; I run four games here and play in several more so i'm with the others on using the Paizo site for the game, though I can have character information up on OP if necessary.
Feel free to vet my posts as a player or DM via my aliases, both players and DM.
I'm looking to bring a pretty brutal Half-Orc into the game, whats the remaining party make up?
I'm looking to bring a pretty brutal Half-Orc into the game, whats the remaining party make up?
I think we've got the brutal roles covered pretty well, DMAK. We're losing the party's bard. So, a support character might help us a bit more than a half-orc head-knocker. Maybe another arcane or divine caster to help with all the lore and puzzle-solving challenges down the road?
The current mix is:
Human Fighter
Elf Ranger
Half-Elf Rogue
Human Sorcerer
Human Cleric
The player we lost was running a Dwarf Bard.
Just my two cents,
--Neil
Yeah you have the martial covered, i'll save the Half-Orc monstrosity for a rainy day.
Well i'll wait to hear DM and players are happy before I make anything (as well as character creation rules) etc., but if I do i'll go a supporting class. Bard happens to be my favourite class so might propose one.
Edit: Permitted sources for character creation would be handy?