You can arrive just as the fight starts. I'll put together the next post once I get time today.
These rolls make for an impressive introduction of myself :D
Enemy Reinforcements! *Casts Disintegrate*
I'm pretty sure this spell is beyond everyone present ;)
A note about my rolls: I forgot to add my vicious aim, so the damage is actually 2 points higher per hit. In case the bad girl is an evil outsider it is even 4 higher.
Not an evil outside. Just a human. But I'll update my notes on the damage.
I've got a question for you, GM. If Sebastian pulls himself into the pool, what happens next? Does he stay prone in the pool and start drowning, or does that constitute not being able to carry out the action and breaking the spell? Usually, enchantments can't compel targets to take self-destructive actions, but I thought I'd check with you before I do something stupid.
No, you wouldn't be drowning. You're more on your knees than laying face down. But even if you were face down and at risk of drowning, that wouldn't be the spell's fault. The spell can't compel you to take self-destructive actions, but the spell isn't compelling you into the water either.
You can go in the fountain if you want to. It's icky water though.
You're compelled to stay prone as long as you're able. Bringing yourself in a situation where you're not able anymore is acting on purpose against what you're compelled to do. Just my 2cents worth.
But the problem of low will saves is a serious one. I thought mine is bad for the level (I'm terrified of exactly such situations) but a will save of +0 can't be fixed without tremendous amounts of money. But there is a nice workaround that could be done by the party. Not yet as it's a 5th level spell but dominate person would allow for example Iolana to give anyone under the control of BBEG orders helpful for the party and it would be resolved via an opposing Charisma check vs. BBEG. Which would have far better chances of success.
Which raises the question, how different compulsion spells work against each other.
Dispell magic would work too. But the bad guy usually has the higher caster level which would make that a hard one. But still better than 1d20 >= 19.
Or the good old protection from evil that prevents any compulsion from evil creatures.
I'll be at ECCC on Saturday. I may not be able to post until later on Sunday.
Posting from my phone. Sorry, the forums ate my last combat post. My job put me on an overnight shift, and it's thrown my schedule into chaos. Posting may be interrupted while I get used to the change.
Good luck
Eww overnight schedule. Don't worry. Post when you can.
I'm back. The convention was awesome. Picture with Stan Lee acquired, and some great small press and comics signed by the authors and artists picked up. :)
Cool
I'm just waiting for Sebastian and Iolana. I'll give them a little more time because of the weekend.
I'll have a post up shortly.
Everyone gains 11,635 XP. That puts your new total to 31,563 XP. You level up to 6th level. Next level is 35,000 XP.
Tyrando can set his experience to this total as well since everyone levels up evenly.
You guys should figure out what items you want to take. You got a lot of good stuff recently.
Good deeds are the only reward we need!
Please speak only for yourself! I'd take your share if you don't want it ;)
About XP
As all level together and you obviously tell when I don't need to write it down, or do I?
Also XP are evil in my opinion. The numbers caused me almost to scream out "Hey lets kill that bottled demon he's worth at least these 3500XP we need for the next level."
Bad Foxy, back down. We're doing role playing here. No XP farming. Stop thinking about it.
Probably no problem for you, but I have to make a will save to keep roleplaying and not base my decisions on economics when I see such numbers.
Just my 2c worth.
Level 6 Oracle
HP 4+2=6
Bab +1
All saves +1
All skills save profession +1
Tongues mystery spell added
1 3rd level spell learned: Searing Light
Cure Serious Wounds also gained as bonus 3rd level spell
Sorry I've been sick the last couple of days. I'm on the mend and back.
Level 6 Sorcerer
HP 3+1=4
All saves +1
Skills: +1 Bluff, Perception, UMD, Spellcraft
3rd Level Spell Haste
Additional 2nd Level Human Favored Class Option: Cat's Grace
I looked at the unclaimed items. There isn't much I can use:
Amulet of Natural Armor +1
Cloak of Resistance +2
If we're selling things, and able to buy things in a city under plague, and martial law. Here's a couple items on my wish list:
Headband of Alluring Charisma + 2
Belt of Incredible Dexterity +2
And a really, really big wish: Robe of Arcane Heritage
Ayako will no doubt be carrying the healing wands since is the only one who can use them reliably.
I'm just waiting if anyone else is doing introductions or wants to say anything else. Otherwise, I'll move things forward.
Just give Iolana and Sebastion a bit of time
Ayako will take the Wand of Cure Serious Wounds.
Swashbuckler 6
HP 6+2+1 = 9
BAB +1/+1
All saves +1
Skills - For some reason I had an extra level of skill points already assigned?
Charmed Life 4/day
Couldn't resist to make an ass of myself.
As a follower of Asmodeus and belonging to those who have no problem paying for the service I think that's a proper reaction in character.
Sorry posted that in the wrong thread. Should have gone to discussion.
Anyone want anything from the treasure list or should we liquidate?
If this is like christmas, here's my wishlist:
Cloak of resistance +2 (although I think Sebastian needs it more)
+1 Amulet of natural armor (either the bonus is wrong or the price in the list)
+1 Ring of protection
+2 Periapt of wisdom (also to raise will saves so also an option for Sebastian instead)
But I got to spend a lot of gold on equipment so you might be more in need of it.
Definitely take treasure guys.
Ayako could take Sebastion's +1 Chainmail so he can take the Mithril Chain Shirt +1
Ayako will take 1 Healer's Kit
We should sell all of
MW Clubs
MW Scythes
Leather armor
Plaguebearer's Masks
We got a whole bunch of +! Breastplates to sell as well
Since there are 4 of us, we can each have 3 CMW potions
Sell all the gems and jewelry
I agree with the list of things to sell. Most of the scythes aren't useful to us. We could sell those too.
I'm down for trading armor up, but are you sure Ayako can't make use of a jester's motley suit of leather? The human-bane rapier is nice; Sebastian could have the wererat-made rapier sold in his parents shop and donate the proceeds back to the wererats, while simultaneously spreading the word about wererat craftsmanship. And if nobody has a claim, the +1 Light Crossbow would be good to have too.
The bonus to Will saves would be nice, but selling the periapt of wisdom and the headband of intellect to get a Charisma-boosting item for either of our casters is a better use; there are cheaper ways to pump Will saves if it comes to that, and I'm considering taking Iron Will as a feat next level.
I agree with GM Peachbottom. Everything you can put to good use you should. Because selling and buying specific stuff costs you half your loot value.
And I guess the money to buy some headband of alluring charisma will be left anyway. As for cheaper. Cloak of resistance+2 is 4000. Getting one +3 costs 9000. Same result with not selling the periapt of wisdom and not getting 2000. So you have +3 for 6000. And even with all of that and iron will you're at +5. That'd be decent for now. I'm pretty sure the casting ladies would prefer you to have a decent chance to stand in the front line, instead of giving in to some magic effect. As of now Iolana has +4, Ayako +10 and I get +2 (+4vs charm and compulsion). I deem it a good investment to put all that stuff on you to get you to +3 (and +5 with Iron Will).
As for the headband of intellect. I'd take that if you take the cloak and the wisdom periapt. It would get me additional skill points I could use to be able to roll some more knowledge skills by putting at least one rank in. It won't become very good due to lack of high Int but would help some.
Ayako runs off of CHA so she would want Alluring Charisma. +1 Chain is fine for me. So +1 Chain for me and +1 Mithril Shirt for Sebsation, that should allow you to acrobat around easier.
No claim here for the +1 Lightcrossbow
The Viscous Scythe can be sold as well
A potion of Barkskin for someone could give a handy +4 Natural AC for a tough fight.
Ayako is primarily a buffer/ranged fighter so slinging rocks and spells will be things she does So
+1 Sling(to be upgraded perhaps with more stuff)
Headband of Alluring Charisma(Or other suitable garment)
She will start using Searing Lights as well and do some summoning(3 and 4. Will also plan to get Blessing of Fervor for hastes)
I've listed your names next to the various items in the treasure sheet based on the discussion forum comments. Check if it looks correct or make any changes.
The only two items I think are in question, the Headband of Int and the Incense of Meditation. Keep or sell?
The couple of potions Lucien had will be added back into the party pool as well.
1000 gp/4=250 gp each
Ayako can use the Incense for her spells.
How about we buy something for Majenko? Legband of protection? Maybe the Wands of Magic Missile so he can strafe people. :)
Things look good. Will take the Incense
I added my name to 3 of the Cure Mod potions.
I wrote the things I would take as a wish list and put everything on it I could use without considering sharing balance. No one else needs something to increase AC?
Just to make sure no one didn't ask for it because I "called dibs first" while everyone else was sleeping.
Ayako is happy with her +1 chainmail
After selling the treasure, each of you gets 15,839 gold, 4 silver, and 8 copper. This includes the money from the Soldado's and the writ from the Queen. You have enough time to spend it on whatever you want. You shouldn't spend more than 8,000 on a single item. Get what you think you'll need now because there is very little opportunity to shop in Chapter 3.
Purchasing:
Headband of Alluring Charisma +2 4,000
Elemental Metamagic Rod Fire (Lesser) 3,000
Cloak of Resistance +2 4,000
Sorcerer's Robe 5,000
Selling Cloak of Resistance +1 @50% 500
Ayako buys a gift for Majenko in appreciation for all his hard work: Legband of Protection +1 (2000)
She Also buys a Headband of Alluring Charisma +2 for herself(4000)
Light Wooden Shield +1 (1000)
+1 Sling (2000)
Healer's Gloves (2500)
4 doses Ambrosia(400)
2 Doses soul Stimulant (600)
4 Doses Bloodblock (100)
4 Doses Bodybalm (100)
2 Doses Healy Myrrh (100)
(Have 4039 left, any folk have suggestions?)
@Iolana
Before you sell your cloak of resistance +1 I'd like to have it.
It's yours.
-Posted with Wayfinder
Any other wands Ayako? Those couldn't hurt to have handy. I almost bought an Ageis of recovery but I ran out of gold.
-Posted with Wayfinder
None of the first level wands look impressive except for another CLW wand.
Sorry, I'm in California this week. I'll have a purchase list up ASAP.