GM Miskatonic's 9th Level Homebrew Campaign: Trail of the Dead God [Group #2]

Game Master Cthulhu, Jr.

Here be the discussion thread.

Dot

Dotting as Misc DPS. Will hopefully have the build later today but I am not hopeful. I know the class features pretty well but the items are going to take some time.

@ Zayne Iwatani: No worries.

Also, its not too much of a concern since I know the concept is powerful but why guntank specifically for martial gestalt? I don't like the guntank so I will likely not use it but does this mean one side can be my preferred combo (alchemist/Gunslinger) plus fighter on the other?

So, you're hard up for guns and precision damage from the looks of it? Have you looked at the Trophy Hunter? I'd be willing to throw you the Amateur Gunslinger Feat right off the bat and let you begin taking Grit Feats/Deeds at 2nd level. I'd also allow you forgo spells for Gun Training as per the Gunslinger class.

Whaddya think?

Dotting as Healer Fighter/Cleric build.

No, no, well yes, but that is not what I am talking about. I consider all versions of the gunslinger as martially capable so it seemed odd that guntank was the only one. I really want to be both alchemist and gunslinger, gunslinger being the martial gestalt, but I am trying to limit the power here. I ran a game a few months ago with level 20's to have some fun. One was a gunslinger with modern fire arms and out DPS'd the keen scimitar-wielding fighter at like 100ft. All touch attacks too. I have played a level 7 non-gestalt IRL and could do the same. I also rivaled the tank in AC and HP thanks to Nimble and high Dex. Hell, even alchemist 2/gunslinger 7 on one side and fighter on the other might be more powerful than 9 levels of both alchemist and gunslinger. I get that everyone is going to be rather powerful but I still think the gunslinger is too powerful. In my head a war is going on between "I want to try this out" and "but I don't want to be a dick".

@ Zayne Iwatani: I woulda posted it sooner but for the hiccup there. I'll permit the gunslinger as your second half but as recompense I expect some pretty ballsy stuff, fair? You sound like you know what you're doin' so I figure it won't be an issue.

And so it begins.

Hola, Peeps. The professor and his psychotic alter ego are present now.

Good stuff, we're almost set :)

Why is this campaign marked as a previous campaign on my profile?

Not sure, it's still active so... no idea.

And done? With the build at least. Background next. But at least the story can begin.

Ran across something interesting. I was thinking of taking improved called shot but I found out I have to take Combat Expertise. I did not realize combat expertise applies only to melee. That makes it useless to a ranged character like myself.

Nevermind. Extracts. Knew I forgot something.

Brooks, how do you have so many extracts. You only get one new one per level.

Brooks, how do you have so many extracts. You only get one new one per level.

Oops. Thought it was two per level. Thanks.

Healer #2 checking in. Character should be done in a couple hours here - putting it all together at work.

I'm starting to hate all the math with this character. But for future reference, my attacks are arranged as follows- Basic Attack (Power Attack) Raging Attack (Raging Power Attack).

I tried to account for most situations in the offense section. The hardest part will be keeping track of situational bonuses. I have a lot of options for attack though.

DM can we get a bump on spells/extracts known. I can currently cast more extracts than I know. As adventurers it would not be outside the realm of possibility to chat with ar acquire spells from other spellbooks or just out right buy them. I imagine other casters might like this.

If anyone would receive spells/extracts as a class feature, relay to me a list of spells/extracts you desire to have and I'll review it.

So I think the old recruitment somehow got linked over here but when I click on it, it says "The Game Master has not yet connected the recruitment thread for this campaign." Weird.

Also, where is everyone? Just me and the good doctor so far.

You guys are good for the moment, just need one more tank before I progress with you guys.

I attached the recruitment thread to this campaign, should be working.

One of your dps, Jimbus, and one of your healer, Cthanos, are almost done with their characters.

So I think the old recruitment somehow got linked over here but when I click on it, it says "The Game Master has not yet connected the recruitment thread for this campaign." Weird.

Also, where is everyone? Just me and the good doctor so far.

That was really weird, yeah. It did actually go to it when I clicked on it, but the conversation was exactly the same as the convo in the other thread, and when I clicked "Next," it said the DM hadn't connected the thread.

Also, is Paizo acting up for you guys? Half the time when I try to go to the page, it gives me that stupid goblin picture.

Yes, Paizo is being annoying today.

What I have:
2nd: (3) Resist Energy, Cat's Grace, Darkvision
3rd: (3) Haste, Heroism, Remove Disease
What I want:
2nd: (7) Resist Energy, Cat's Grace, Darkvision, Cure Moderate Wounds, Lesser Restoration, Spider Climb, Endure Elements
3rd: (6) Haste, Heroism, Remove Disease, Cure Serious, Lightning Lash Bomb Admixture, Remove Disease

So, judging by the activity on the threads, my own experience, and the data on isitdownrightnow.com, the Paizo website has been fluctuating wildly for the past three days. For the past four and a half hours, it's been down almost entirely. And only 30 minutes ago, about ten minutes before the site came back online, did Paizo finally acknowledge the problem, with nothing more than a brief statement on Twitter that they were experiencing "unscheduled downtime."

Oh yeah. Could I trade the Dodge feat for something that gives me Pounce? Even if it only works when I'm in Mutagen form, or something? Or maybe swap out the Growing ability on the Amulet of Mighty Fists for something that lets me Pounce 1/day or something?

Extracts I would like, in order of decreasing importance:
1st level- Heightened Awareness, Shield, Adhesive Spittle.
2nd level- CMW, Blur, Detect Thoughts, Resist Energy, Spiderclimb
3rd level- CSW, Gaseous Form, Arcane Sight.

I could also use a hug.

Except for the background, which I have been procrastinating, the crunch is done. If anyone wants to run the numbers that would help. There is a lot going on here but I am excited to try it out. Especially a first round explosive missile. +13 to hit touch and 1d8+13+5d6+5 means some serious damage. Add that level three lightning admixture and I've tethered the whole group.

@ Alynthar42: The option is already present: Greater Beast Totem (Su) (Advanced Player's Guide pg. 1): While raging, the barbarian gains the pounce special ability, allowing her to make a full attack at the end of a charge. In addition, the damage from her claws increases to 1d8 (1d6 if Small) and the claws deal ×3 damage on a critical hit. A barbarian must have the beast totem rage power to select this rage power. A barbarian must be at least 10th level to select this rage power.

Just gotta wait until 10th level. ::Hugs you.::

@ Flint Blackwood & Alynthar42: You may have the extracts you listed as formulae you know.

@ Flint Blackwood: I like your confidence :), just be sure to have some sort of background. You already presented a fairly well constructed personality in your first posts, I'd stick with the treasure hunter mentality for sure.

Meh. Fine. I don't like the Lesser Beast Totem, cause I already have claws, but I really want pounce. I'll trade fiend totem for beast totem.

And thank you for the hug.

@ Alynthar42: What is the base damage of your claws right now?

1d8.

Make it a 2d4.

Coolio. Thanks.

Np, redundancy is irritating.

Are the others still around? Haven't seen any posts recently.

The site has been on the fritz lately, they're probably popping in at bad times, lol. I'll keep an eye on things but if a second Tank for Group #2 isn't found soon I'll just get you guys moving and insert one when the time comes.

By the way, everyone in Group #2, here's the formula for your starting carried monetary wealth: 1d4 + 1 = Platinum, 2d6 + 3 = Gold, 3d8 + 6 = Silver, and 4d4 + 9 = Copper

Platinum: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
Gold: 2d6 + 3 ⇒ (1, 6) + 3 = 10
Silver: 3d8 + 6 ⇒ (1, 5, 6) + 6 = 18
Copper: 4d4 + 9 ⇒ (2, 1, 1, 3) + 9 = 16

2pp 10gp 18sp 16cp

PP: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5
GP: 2d6 + 3 ⇒ (4, 6) + 3 = 13
SP: 3d8 + 6 ⇒ (7, 8, 5) + 6 = 26
CP: 4d4 + 9 ⇒ (4, 4, 4, 2) + 9 = 23

Two last things on build. I don't like any of the +1 or +2 abilities on armor so can I take on of the especial armors? Specifically Lesser Luck Mail improved to mithril and +2 enchantment. The version they have is a little over 5000 so that probably means Luck is around a +2 enchantment.

The other thing is, I couldn't find a body slot item. I was going to make that the slot for your special quiver but found one that suits me better. The beneficial Bandolier. Can I make that the body slot item so I look more like the traditional gunslinger with the bandolier over the shoulder, or, combine it with the belt of dexterity and not take a body slot. In either case it is cheap enough I can make alterations and still be under the 10,000gp limit.

I also have one last gear request, though mine is solely for flavor. Mr. Brooks needs a fiddle. Could I have a MW Violin, or do I have to spring for one out of pocket, and say that his old fiddle got destroyed somehow?

Apologies on not posting recently. Been busy with a few things. I'm just polishing off my character, and am pretty ready to go. Just need to update the page on my profile before I feel complete.

Backstory done.

Gotta run for a bit, back to finish things up later tonight. I need to pick a few spells, & do all equipment (only thing set is weapon). Let me know if there's any issues.

I have a list of wondrous items I'll throw up with some requests later. I would also greatly appreciate suggestions for armor; this is actually my first heavily armored character... How should I deal with the speed reduction? Everything is statted out without equipment (except the weapon).

EDIT: Also, picked up the drawback Tainted Spirit mostly for the flavor, so any suggestions on a 4th trait are also appreciated.

Khazia Nyrazim
Female Gestalt Suli-Jann (genie kin) Dual-Cursed Oracle 9/Paladin Hospitaler 9
LG Medium Outsider (Native)
Deity: Spirits of the four defeated Good Elemental Lords
Init +3; Senses Darkvision & Low-Light Vision 60 ft; Perception +14