DM Brainiac's War for the Crown: Table 1 (Inactive)

Game Master Brainiac

Current Date: 21 Kuthona, 4718 AR

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ADVENTURE PATH COMPLETE

Cleric 4

+1 Wisdom

+5 hit points
+1 BAB
+1 Fort, Will saves

More spells

Skills: +1 each of Diplomacy, Heal, Knowledge (religion), Perception, Spellcraft; Escape Artist, Profession (courtesan)


Female Rakshasa-spawn Tiefling Investigator 17 | HP 103/105 | AC 34 T 17 FF 29 | Fort +11 Ref +20 Will +16 | Initiative +9 | Perception +20 (free Insp) | Sense Motive +23 (free Insp)

Investigator 4

+1 Intelligence

+5 HP
+1 BAB
+1 Ref, Will Saves

Gain 2nd Level extracts
New Extract: Bull's Strength

Skills: +1 each of Bluff, Craft (Alchemy), Diplomacy, Disable Device, Knowledge (Engineering), Perception, Profession: PI, Sense Motive, Sleight of Hand, Stealth.

Incidentally; if anyone has ideas of what alchemical weapons Maria could cook up in the downtime, let me know. I'm stumped for ideas myself. Would whip up some tangleburn bags (because who doesn't love immobilising napalm? >:D ) but the DC on them is about 30 and despite how min-maxed both Alchemists and Investigators are on crafting the stuff (both get class level to the skill and Investigators can apply Inspiration to it), it's still pushing it a bit in Maria's case.

For reference; she's got a total skill mod of +10, with another +4 from her class level and then another +1d6 for Inspiration. So anywhere from +15 and +20, depending on how the Inspiration roll goes.


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Tanglefoot bags are always nice, even without the napalm.

Some more of the smoke pellets Melodie picked up from Mr Chuckles would be nice, but they may require magic too...

Mesmerist 4

+1 Cha

+ 5 HP
+1 BAB
+1 Ref, Will

2nd level spells (2/day) - Hold Person, Glitterdust

Mesmerist Trick: Gift of Will Sara - never go into a fight without me giving you this!

Skills: +1 Bluff, Diplomacy, Intimidate, Perception, Sense Motive, Spellcraft, Nobility, Appraise. +2 UMD.


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Trying to understand the persona rules:

Melodie’s Persona:

Max ranks in any one facet = level. (4)
Max total ranks in facets = 2x level. (8)

Starting:
Heroism (Str) - 0
Subterfuge (Dex) - 0
Sacrifice (Con) - 0
Genius (Int) - 0
Sagacity (Wis) – 1 (14+ in stat)
Charm (Cha) – 1 (14+ in stat)

Phase 1: Arrange a secret meeting (DC15+(2x2) = 19 Bluff).
Bluff, DC19: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (11) + 18 = 29 Success! So now level 2 charm.
Phase 2: Arrange a secret meeting (DC15 + (2x3) = 21 Bluff).
Bluff, DC21: 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (10) + 18 = 28 Success! So now level 3 charm.

So by the end of our two persona phases I'll have level 3 charm and therefore: Agents (x6), Basic Operations and Skill Bonus +2 all focused on Charm. So I can only gain 1 more facet in Charm before we level up again - after that I'd have to pick something else. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Looking at this I think it makes the most sense if we all take a 'primary facet' which we will be the parties 'go-to gal' on, to make sure we cover all the bases?

The obvious ones (I think!) are:
Zhi: Subterfuge
Sara: Sacrifice (she always takes the hits for the rest of us!)
Maria: Genius
Zhi: Sagacity
Melodie: Charm.

That means we all have to be a little bit heroic now and again to compensate! :)

Last thing: I'm carrying a Lvl 1 pearl of power, but I can't use it (since I'm spontaneous not prepped). So we could:
a. give it to Zileska,
b. try to trade it for a runestone of power
or c. Sell it for 200gp each. Any preferences?


Female Rakshasa-spawn Tiefling Investigator 17 | HP 103/105 | AC 34 T 17 FF 29 | Fort +11 Ref +20 Will +16 | Initiative +9 | Perception +20 (free Insp) | Sense Motive +23 (free Insp)

Might sort that out myself while I think of it.

Maria's Persona:
Max ranks in any one facet = level. (4)
Max total ranks in facets = 2x level. (8)

Starting:
Heroism (Str) - 0
Subterfuge (Dex) - 0
Sacrifice (Con) - 0
Genius (Int) - 1 (14+ in stat)
Sagacity (Wis) – 0
Charm (Cha) – 1 (14+ in stat)

The PDF mentioned substituting Profession and such in place of the normal skill checks. I assume then that Profession: Private Investigator can apply to the below? Because, if so, then not only does that feel relevant but it also means I get to apply free Inspiration to it courtesy of Expanded Inspiration.

Phase 1: Give Lecture - crime scene analysis for the City Watch (DC15+(2X2) = 19 Profession PI).
Profession PI, DC19, w/ Free Inspiration: 1d20 + 1d6 + 7 ⇒ (16) + (2) + 7 = 25 There we go, Genius up to Rank 2.

Phase 2: Give Lecture - Briefing on various notable crime figures for the City Watch (DC15 + (2x3) = 21 Knowledge Local)
Know Local, DC21, w/ Free Inspiration: 1d20 + 1d6 + 8 ⇒ (16) + (3) + 8 = 27 And Genius Rank 3 attained.


You can use your Profession skill for the checks, Maria.


Female Rakshasa-spawn Tiefling Investigator 17 | HP 103/105 | AC 34 T 17 FF 29 | Fort +11 Ref +20 Will +16 | Initiative +9 | Perception +20 (free Insp) | Sense Motive +23 (free Insp)

Ahk, cool. Although I think Know Local covers the subject of the second one quite well too.


Pre-Marriage Alias

Sorcerer 1

+4 HP
+2 Will save
+1 CHA

Feat: Eschew Materials

7 Skill Points
+1 Diplomacy, +3 Knowledge (arcana), +1 Knowledge (nobles), +1 Perception, +1 Sleight of Hand

Bloodline: Imperious

Spells:

0 - Daze, Detect Magic, Light, Open/Close
1 - Auditory Hallucination, Mage Armor


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

I'm traveling today and tomorrow so I'll post my level up and persona stuff sometime tomorrow or Friday


Pre-Marriage Alias

Charm: 1
Genius: 1
Heroism:
Sacrifice:
Sagacity:
Subterfuge: 1

The starting level information mentions that the GM can start Heroism, Sacrifice, or Subterfuge at a rank of 1 based on the character's prior actions. Does that mean that Zhi would be able to start with a point in Subterfuge? If not then the skill checks below will all have a DC two less.

Sabotage Opponent (Subterfuge) (Remove Boldo as head of Varisian faction) - DC 19 - Stealth

Stealth: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (19) + 13 = 32

Arrange Secret Meeting (Subterfuge) (Arrange meeting between Varisian and Tian factions) - DC 21 - Disguise

Disguise: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (8) + 17 = 25

fluff post for the above to follow shortly

That should give her a total of 10 agents, Basic Operations, Skill Bonus +2


Zhi can start with a point of Subterfuge.


Pre-Marriage Alias

I'm still anticipating the scene if/when Sara attempts to give Zhi the sword from Malphene. ;)


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Does anyone else start with points in Heroism/Subterfuge/Sacrifice? They are awarded at GM's discretion :)


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

I feel like you can make an argument for Sara in all three categories tbh

Brawler Level 1
Level Up Health: 1d10 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
Improved Unarmed Strike
Brawler's Cunning
Martial Mastery
+2 Fort, +2 Reflex
+1 Dex I think? Or Wis I don't have my outline before me.

I think that's everything?

One point in Charm, maybe one in Subterfuge cause her backstory, and probably one in either heroism or sacrifice cause of actions taken.

Will make persona rolls after DM input, also skills at the same time

Edit: Holy s#$% this HP rolling streak. 8, 8, 10, hell yeah


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I think Sara can start with a rank in Subterfuge, and I will give her a point of Heroism too.


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

+1 to WIS

+3 in Dip, +1 Intim, +1 SM, +1 Perc, +1 K. Local, +1 Handle Animal, +1 Sleight of Hand

Also the Brawler ability is Martial Flexibility


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

Sara Persona s!%!

1 Charm
1 Heroism
1 Subterfuge

Heroism Rank 2: Organize a Protest, Dip: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (17) + 14 = 31 DC 19
Heroism Rank 3: Protest, Dip: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (20) + 14 = 34 DC 21

That's two successes, which leaves me with 10 agents, access to basic ops and a +2 to Intimidate. I'll write up fluff for these protests at some point today; spending 20 gp for two castings of Clarion Call in order to lead them.

Boarding my flight now.


Travel safely!


Pre-Marriage Alias

Yes, please travel and land safely. Yeesh, I can't stand flying.

Melodie, were we still going shopping?


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.
Mai Zhi wrote:
Melodie, were we still going shopping?

Absolutely!


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

Zhi, I'm sorry but I hope you're prepared to spend time with Apollyon and Trelmarixian.

Don't worry though, even though Sara won't make lunch, I DO have plans to advance this in your same scene.


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

Accidentally posted my rough draft, idk when it will be finished so deleted it


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

Does Sara get slapped? She dismissed Zhi's feelings while calling her young and naïve

At least she didn't also mention that Zhi wasn't who she was expecting. (Wasn't Malphene, either. Keyword was generous)


Pre-Marriage Alias
Sara Burke wrote:

Does Sara get slapped? She dismissed Zhi's feelings while calling her young and naïve

At least she didn't also mention that Zhi wasn't who she was expecting. (Wasn't Malphene, either. Keyword was generous)

No slapping yet. I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't show up at some point, though.

Zhi actually didn't notice that 'wealthy, generous, attractive friend' didn't fit her totally. She'd already moved past tea to the harder stuff, although she wasn't blitzed.

That doesn't really excuse, though, the lack of judgement shown by planning on wearing a dress bought for her by someone that really likes her, on a date with someone else. ;)

Stay classy, Zhi, stay classy. ;)


ADVENTURE PATH COMPLETE

*twiddles her thumbs*


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Oh what a tangled web we weave... :D


Let's try to wrap up all the dates/personal activities by tomorrow or Wednesday so we can get started on the second book.

Zileska, you still have the chance to make use of your first two persona phases if you'd like to engage with the system. The rules can be found on the Campaign Info tab.


ADVENTURE PATH COMPLETE

Yeah, I'll catch up with that in a sec.


Pre-Marriage Alias

Please don't feel the need to hold up the main story.

I don't think there'll be anything derailing that will happen in the personal fluff. We can finish it up via backposting.


I had been pretty busy the past few days anyways, but I shall get up a post in the next couple of hours to move things along. As Zhi said, please feel free to keep back posting all of the relationship stuff. I greatly enjoy it and don't want to rush you! :)


Pre-Marriage Alias

I'm having a blast writing it, but I know it's not everyone's cupa, so I don't want to hold up the show.


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Well Melodie has gotten the message pretty clearly :'( so she's done for a while.


Alright, I have posted! Time to travel! :)


ADVENTURE PATH COMPLETE

Persona:
Wis 14+ = 1 sagacity
Cha 14+ = 1 charm

Action 1: Arrange Secret Meeting (+1 Subterfuge; Escape Artist DC 17)

Escape Artist: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (17) + 9 = 26

And a s&!#ty useless roll that will fail anything.
Some rando check: 1d20 ⇒ 2 Worthless.

Current totals: 1 Charm, 1 Sagacity, 1 Subterfuge.


I've attached a link to a map of Meratt at the top of the page.


I've updated the campaign info tab with all the social info about the guests at the jubilee, including which skills to use for discovery checks.


I made a mistake earlier. Your quarters are on the first floor of the palace, not the second.


I've updated the Google Maps with a map of the Palace of Birdsong. Areas that are blacked out are off-limits and protected by guards during the jubilee. The upper floor is also currently off-limits.


Zhi's imagination...


Pre-Marriage Alias

I have a feeling that in Zhi's mental image he's not wearing any pants. ;)


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

*facepalm*


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

So the Baron has levels in Gentleman, I take it?


ADVENTURE PATH COMPLETE

Sorry I haven't been keeping up much - big release for us tomorrow, lots of overtime.


No worries! While we wait for Maria and Zileska, Melodie, Sara and Zhi can take their actions for the second social round.


Female Rakshasa-spawn Tiefling Investigator 17 | HP 103/105 | AC 34 T 17 FF 29 | Fort +11 Ref +20 Will +16 | Initiative +9 | Perception +20 (free Insp) | Sense Motive +23 (free Insp)

Zileska... you wouldn't happen to have found the source of your earlier bad luck and given it to me, would you?


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

I think one of the more dextrous characters should do the joust just so we can have a representative from our unit; imo, Zhi would be the best choice both storywise and mechanically

I'm willing but my bonus to ride is 1


Pre-Marriage Alias

Bwahahahaha!!!

Oh my... I think you're serious. :O

Ummm... I really want to see that suggested IC. :)


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

I have the highest to hit but the worst DEX. You have a +5 in the stat which puts you at the top of the list imo. Perhaps though, both Zhi and I should do the joust to increase our geoup's chances? Then the others watch from the trucco field, influence the Dame and the Baroness idk

I'll gladly bring this all up in character, I just wanted to address the group

Is the Count available for influence this next section?


Female Human Fighter (Cad) 13, Brawler 2 | HP: 55/185| AC: 19/17 (11 T, 17 F)| CMB: +19/+28, CMD: 28| F: +19, R: +12, W: +7| Init: +7| Perc: +17, SM +12, Dip +45, Intim +39| Speed 35ft| Martial Flexibility 3/4, Serpentine Tattoo 3/3, Beast Form 2 (Lion) 1/1, Terrible Cost 5/5| Active Conditions: N/A

Oh f@@!, if trucco is just lawn billiards, can I use trucco cues in lieu of lances, but flavored as like some noble being like "you would be better suited at this" and I just take them out of pride?


RETIRED - happily married and ruling Taldor.

Well I like the idea... :D

Maria is probably our best shot for overall balance - the -2 in ride is countered by the +1 to hit. :)

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