Hephaistos Raising... An Iron Gods thread

Game Master Helikon

It is roundabout 4 o´clock in the afternoon. If you want to do some shopping, the shops are still open.

o_O Thought it was a lot later than that, no reason I would be sleeping this early, dang. Oh well guess I needed extra rest from being on the road for so long then. Well, that, and strong handsome man, willing to carry me, what girl wouldn't?

Elasbeth leans up and gives Gin a quick kiss on the cheek, then gestures to be put down. She goes over and sits at the table to eat, and gestures for Gin tot join her. Much like at breakfast, she begins devouring more food than one would expect her to if she wanted to keep her girlish figure.

after dinner Kunala approaches Elasbeth and Gin and asks in his accented lisp

we know we can trust our blacksmith friend, shall we go to his forge and ask him about these three pieces of metal we found in the caves and who may want to purchase the silverdisks? He continues Once we sell the items do we want to split the money up or do we want to continue to pool our resources? I still think a wand is a good idea. The only personal Item I plan to buy is a war kilt to go with the chain shirt.

Kunala, impatient due to the idea of getting new cloths, heads to the door; not waiting for an answer from his team mates. He assumes they will follow along, for who can pass up a chance to go shopping. He goes to the blacksmiths shop to inquire about the three pieces of metal they found and information as to whom may purchase the silverdisks.

"Wow, he always seems to be in a hurry, strange, he aught to slow down and enjoy life a bit more." She looks at the remains of her food, "I suppose we should go after him, no telling what trouble he will get into or what he will buy." Elasbeth quickly gathers what little she wants to carry and follows after Kunala, rushing to catch up

You know, took me til now to realize that Kunala is a Vishkanya, even though it says it right in the line under his name.

Gin had turned a particular shade of rouge the moment Elasbeths lips had graced his skin and in stupor. Amazing enough, Gin did not seem put off by the fact she seemed to eat much. In fact partway through he had began feeding her and trading the delicious food together eating as much or more himself easily. However, talking was much harder. " Foodo isu good. Kunara-san is too quicku to liku. But you are woman who eatsu well. Ai willu follow. " Gin takes the various plates into his person and feeds Elasbeth bits as she catches up to Kunala. They did not walk all that fast to him.

after selling the skymetal and the sliverdisks. Kunala sells his kikko armor and his Morningstar and buys a warkilt to wear with the chain shirt. After Kunala is done shopping for himself he asks Elasbeth and Gin in his accented lisp

do either of you two want to purchase anything? we have about 750 gp's now. Do you want to purchase the wand we talked about? Shall we call it a night or head to the gambling hall?

Kunala yawns, shopping apparently has worn him out,

maybe just one more stop before bed.

Elasbeth nods her head, "That would be a good idea Kunala, why don't we."

Kunala leads the team to the shop where they purchased the scrolls and purchases a wand of cure light wounds for the discounted price the council woman offered of 675 gold pieces. He hands the wand to Elasbeth and say in his accented lisp.

take good care of this madam, I fear we will need it before we are through

he then leads the team back to the forge and their beds, anticipating visiting the gambling den before they go to the cave tomorrow.

do we need anything for the "desert environment"?

"Excellent, this will be very useful."

Gin nodded in agreement, he worried about the case of healing but found the confidence in the Morning Sun that is Elasbeth wielding such a device, as comforting. he simply followed as speaking was difficult and would sleep legs folded in the lobby. He had no designated room and would not want to impose on anyone. He would wish both Kunala and Elasbth a happy dreams , blushing somewhat and unable to met Elasbeth's gaze when he did so.

You return without problem to the foundry inn. A smiling face greets you and the girl happily declares."You got an invitation..... to the gambling hall...

was the invitation generic to gamble or was it to meet someone?

Kunala awakens bright eyed and bushy tailed, ready to try out his new gear. He goes downstairs and while he eats the breakfast that Val has prepared He makes small talk with Gin and Elasbeth. After they eat their entire meals (this time) he asks them in his accented lisp.

I hope you slept well, are you ready to go to the gambling hall?

The Invitation was generic, but signed by the owner.

Elasbeth seems unsure of this course but agrees, "We can I suppose, though I'll probably just watch."

You will be warmly greeted. If you do not want to play.... it is fine.

Kunala, excited to wear his new armor, leaves his pack and shield at the inn. In his accented lisp his answers,

of course watching is fine, it would be rude to turn the invitation down, shall we go?

Kunala heads toward the door to go to the gambling hall

what was the name on the invitation?

To the brave souls in the foundry inns!

I'm sorry, who sent/wrote the invitation? :) presumably the owner of the gambling hall, that persons name.

The owner is called Garmen Ulreth.

As you enter you are warmly greeted. You get a fresh drink with a decent amount of alcohol and soon a sweet spot at a table of your choosing.

Gin drinks the refreshments warily and looks around at all the various games and patron which he knew little about. He seemed like a Rhinoceros in a room full of Chinaware. Especially cautious of every move he made and stuck to the group closely. " Isu this place the Gamburuingu Hallu? "

Gin then stuck to Elasbeth like a shadow. This was not the Pachinko he as used to.

Looking to Gin, "I guess so, I've never been to one before, my parents were never allowed into the gambling halls at home, something about being too smart? I didn't understand it then, but I guess they could keep track of the cards and such in their heads, they could rarely loose that way and never found it a challenge. they never argued about their ban, just accepted it. I was never that good with mathematics, I always preferred the study of magic over numbers." Her voice becomes wistful and then sad as she finishes. Looking around the place she accepts a drink and wanders around, looking at the games and trying to understand them.

packed for heat? armor pistol sword and hammer

Kunala stands in the doorway and inhales deeply, like people do when they enter a bakery that has just taken bread out of the oven. He says in his accented lisp.

yes, my friends this is a gambling hall

as he accepts the offered adult beverage and the silverdisks he walks around looking at the tables pointing out different games, finally settling at a card table. He will play one silverdisk at a time.

1d20 ⇒ 10
1d20 ⇒ 18
1d20 ⇒ 16
1d20 ⇒ 9
1d20 ⇒ 20
1d20 ⇒ 9
1d20 ⇒ 6

playing seven hands winning one, breaking even a few times, finally after a loss of three silverdisks Kunala approaches his team mates and asks in his accented lisp

that was pleasant but we do have a desert in a cave to explore, shall we go?

Gin is there with his blade but that is more because he has nowhere to place them

Watching Kunala, Gin eventually plays,grabbig Elasbeth gently by the hand and trying to cheer her up with hi own misfortune, for her to watch and pick the cards for him as he was completely new. He plays the same amount of time because.. he thinks that is customary.. and then places a Silver disk each on each bet.

1d20 ⇒ 10
1d20 ⇒ 17
1d20 ⇒ 16
1d20 ⇒ 12
1d20 ⇒ 16
1d20 ⇒ 10
1d20 ⇒ 13

Gin and Elasbeth combo broke even 3 times out of seven only one worse than Kunala!

" Ummu Ai willu go ifu Erabetsu-san enjoyedo herself? Then we willu go, yesu? "

She watches as he plays but just doesn't get the point of gambling in the first place, though she does cheer for Gin to win. "Interesting game, but not really my cup of tea as Da used to say. I am ready to go if you are."

You are expected to wager at least 10 Silverdiscs.. or offer someone else yours who has been losing.

Then we lost ours in the first hand.. ah well. That wasnt stated as it would seem odd to only give you enough to wager once.

Gin is ready to leave the game giving him no where as much a thrill as his game back home.. it seemed only to take your money..

as they head to the exit Kunala notices a card game he had not seen before, after watching for a moment, he decides to play wagering one silver disk per hand.

1d20 ⇒ 14
1d20 ⇒ 5
1d20 ⇒ 11

shrugging and smiling, as the dealer collects his three disk, Kunala says in his accented lisp,

easy come, easy go, right?

So Kunala made 10 wagers at 1 silver disk each, leaving him 4 disks to cash in, does that fit within acceptable parameters?

Maybe I misstated. You are given 10 silverdiscs. You can wager per game just maximum 5. It is expected that you at least wager those 10 given or return the unused. Like in a normal casino in vegas or Atlantic city. You get complimentary chips but you may not leave with them. But lets say you have a lucky streak and win 50 chips than it is fine. But you must had at least 2 games 5 dics or 10 games 1disc or any combination

sorry, never been to a casino. Kunala had 10 wagers and will return the unlost four silverdisks at the door, he is ready to leave as soon as Gin and Elasbeth are.

Been a few times and read a few books about gambling for mathematics.

I've been quite a few times but I tend to play Blackjack, got banned because I win and leave instead of buy other stuff.

Gin played a few times until his luck either ran out or not.. he gave the remaining back.. it was fun.

Next to the door is a lucky wheel. You can wager once there for up to 10 silverdiscs. Roll a d20. If you roll a 1 you get x10your wager . If you roll a 5 10 15 or 20 you get x5 your wager. If not you loose all.

Oh...this game was like the game he loved! Gin took the 6 silverdisks he had left and tossed them in there.

1d20 ⇒ 5

The lottery wheel spun and.. landed on a number. Gin was not sure what it did but everyone around him seemed... happy?

on Kunala's way toward the door he places his last four silverdisks on the lucky wheel, he smiles and says in his accented lisp

you can't win if you don't play

last four silverdisks gambling: 1d20 ⇒ 10

Kunala puts his hand over his mouth in shock and asks

does that mean I win 20 silverdisks? Maybe my luck is changing?

He collects his winnings, exchanging the silverdisks for gold piece 100 gp correct? and waits by the door for his friends.

Edit: thanks

That would be 100 because you give 10 back

Elasbeth stays near Gin, playing the part of a pretty ornament for him as he plays. She seems to take more enjoyment out of his playing than if she were doing it herself.

Once the hosts had explained he had won Gin is overjoyed that he had won so much on such a game and in that moment grabs and lifts Elasbeth in the air. He hugs her gently speaking in his native tongue before speaking " Yesu! Erasubetsu-san isu a good omen! Now we willu buy you all the foodo you want! " Gin let her down going to cash his winnings and the being ready. He looks down to the Female Half-Elf with glee.

our trip to the hall was at least a financial gain, hopefully our luck is changing and we can get back to the caves and win the brass ring...the return of Councillor Baine and the torch rekindled

Kunala, pleased to see his friends having so much fun, waits till the celebration is over and then asks

shall we return to the forge and then the caves, we still have a mystery to solve

baring plot development

Kunala leads the team back to the forge and Val to get their gear, and then back to the caves and the room that enters the desert.

When you arrive back at the Foundry Tavern, you see a young man sitting at the bar talking to Val. You've seen him at the temple of Brigh before, and he stands and turns when you enter. "Well met, delvers. My name is Gustav, and Master Joram at the temple has notified me that you may be in need of assistance in your quest to help our town. It would be an honor to serve at your side, if you will have me join you."

Gin bows low to the man, the large half-elf cutting about 40% of his body in an angle to accomplish this. " Hel-lo, Ai Amu Gin Kyomaruu. Ai usu Jinrai. "

Description in profile. Also not sure if you can Focus weapon.. one you are proficient in.. but hey its different.

Looking over the new arrival, Elasbeth notes what he carries and the holy symbol, "Good, we could use a priest, the biggest issue in our searching has been the lack of healing talents available to us. I am afraid I can only do so much of it myself."

Gin nods to affirm what Elasbeth says is true but places a hand over his chest " Ai amu tough, buto healingu is nice "

Kunala watches the team respond to the new priest; then nodding, placing one hand on his hip and the other waving limply, he says in his accented lisp

A pleasure to meet you Gustav, I am Kunala late of Cheliax welcome to our little team.

he turns to the rest of the team waving his hand he says

It must be our lucky day, luck at the wheel and a new companion, shall we head back to the cave and our desert mystery?

Gustav nods to you all and hefts his weapon. "Then I shall aid you as I am able, and do all in my power to heal your wounds. Tell me, what is it that you have faced in these underground caverns?"

Gustav listens with interest to your descritptions (aka, I'm still reading back through gameplay), and follows you to the edge of the water, prepared for submersion by a spell from the head priest at the temple.

Gin leads the group back to the strange desert in the cave waving to the dark-grey people on the way there.

Kunala follows Gin, pistol and shield in hand getting used to the new armor, strolling along happily he asks Gustav in his accented lisp

have you ever heard of such a thing? a metal cave with a desert inside?

Gustav presses a hand to the holy symbol around his neck, and illumination springs forth to light up the surrounding area. "Can't say that I have. A cave made out of metal? Wonder why they didn't mine it for tools or weapons..."

He'll also note to the group, "The temple is investing in this expedition, both with my presence, but also with some additional items to assist us. This wand," he points to a wand in a wrist sheath on his right arm, "Will provide healing, while this one," similarly equipped, left arm, "Will aid us in combat against our foes. I hope to use them sparingly, but know that they are ready at a moment's notice."

Map Updated

Kunala looks around the desert and then at the team and asks in his accented lisp

Shall we continue following the tracks or do you want to try something different?

As our Arcanist is AWOL we seek one arcane type for a more or less freshly started Iron Gods Campaign.
Rules:
Roll 3D6 6times and if you do not like it use 20 points PB
One archetype permitted.
Core race only
Average starting gold
2 Traits, one must be a campaing trait.
No Drawbacks!
Paizo Material only
ONE BOON:
Boon can be:
An non core race
A second archetype
An extra feat
Something special: A Home in Torch, an advanced firearm, ties to the local crime syndicate or the pathfinders.

I will whip up a sorcerer....rolls to follow...

3d6 ⇒ (4, 5, 4) = 13
3d6 ⇒ (3, 5, 2) = 10
3d6 ⇒ (3, 6, 1) = 10

3d6 ⇒ (6, 5, 6) = 17
3d6 ⇒ (3, 2, 6) = 11
3d6 ⇒ (3, 5, 1) = 9

I am gonna go with the 20 pt buy....yes I know im giving up a 17...oh well

Hey folks, I'm in the afore mentioned party. It seems our Arcanist who had the technologist feat, wander off and we haven't been able to find him.

first of all, good luck to everyone.

second of all, we could really use someone with the technologist feat.

hint, hint, nudge, nudge,

Actually you do not. It is for sure not paramount in the first few levels.

Adapting a character I designed for a different campaign but did not use.

Half-Elf Arcanist (White mage) with an interest in using the technology found in the area to help her learn to better heal using arcane magic.

3d6 ⇒ (1, 2, 6) = 9
3d6 ⇒ (6, 2, 4) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (1, 5, 6) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (4, 4, 6) = 14
3d6 ⇒ (6, 5, 2) = 13
3d6 ⇒ (2, 4, 6) = 12

*Edit

Wow, if I was going for a bard or something that would be superb, just using 20pt buy instead.

I could adjust this PC for this AP:
3d6 ⇒ (2, 2, 3) = 7
3d6 ⇒ (1, 4, 3) = 8
3d6 ⇒ (4, 2, 2) = 8
3d6 ⇒ (1, 1, 3) = 5
3d6 ⇒ (1, 5, 6) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (5, 1, 1) = 7

EDIT: Ha! I almost want to write it up just for kicks. What is that, a -14 point buy equivalent? Never mind. Have fun, y'all!

I could adjust this PC for this AP:

3d6
3d6
3d6
3d6
3d6
3d6

Worst stat array ever rolled...

Wow, that is a really bad set of rolls. Would be interesting to see someone try to use it though.

Got a character sheet, description, and back story added to this alias. I think I caught all of the discrepancies from the previous build but if not I will fix them. It does use an alternate racial trait, if that is not allowed and I am accepted I can always change it.

*Edit
Backstory may be a bit rough still, but I can refine it better if I need to.

Do not forget you do not have to use the rolls... you can always use 20 point buy

Elasbeth join the gameplay thread.

Awesome, thank you

Hello there I am from another game and heard you guys might need a person let me see if I can whip something up, going through the motions right now on account of life but I'm trying to see how the current party is.

Negotiations are going well we shall see soon.

Alright it has been Decided that I will play either a Bloodrager, Brawler, Slayer or Ranger. Let me get the stuff ready like alias and whatever and then I will starts.. still deciding on my special thing.

I will gladly take any input by the current group by what they would prefer/ want.

I would go Bloodrager. Very VERY powerful at low levels compared to most other builds.

I have a talent with making characters in general.. most what I would create will fill that area quite easily.. and not be a fullcaster to boot. But I can see doing that yes. So one for Bloodrager.

I'm fine with whatever, long as we have the needed skills covered. Very curious to see a bloodrager, brawler, or slayer played though.

Hrm did the previous guy has skills that werent covered? Also for the classes they have pretty standard play styles.. Bloodrager.. rages.. and smacks things.. and casts spells. Brawler uses versatility or strength to beat things down, Slayer is a bit like Ranger and takes out certain targets well. They are all capable Martials.

So 1 for Bloodrager, One for whatever.

Raffinyaler can cover thieving skills, Tamoq can cover tracking skills, most Knowledge skills are covered by at least one person, My hope is that you would play melee, so bloodrager is great.

So Im hearing alot of face-beatage? I think there might be a few skills you dont have and Kunala.. as you have said, you probably shouldn't fully be the face (IE decision maker) so something along those levels.. I could go smash then. Alright then, I just need to know.. what I start with wealth wise..

your right, of course, I don't think any one has: Planes, History, Geography, Nobility or Religion. But Face-beatage, I like that, I.ve never heard that before. Starting wealth was 150 then you also get a boon. I also think you should as Helikon for a Masterwork weapon to start with so you are not behind the team.

3d6 ⇒ (1, 1, 4) = 6
3d6 ⇒ (4, 1, 1) = 6
3d6 ⇒ (4, 5, 4) = 13
3d6 ⇒ (5, 5, 2) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (6, 3, 1) = 10
3d6 ⇒ (6, 4, 2) = 12

I'll be going with the 20 PB and a Spellslinger Wizard...

did we loose a wizard and no one tell us?

Nope, I'm still here.

I just can tell you that bloodrager is good at giving damage but lousy at receiving. We just noticed that last night in PFS. The lousy hitpoints hurt, as do the late DR compared to the Invul rager.

I can argue againt that easily actually because they can cast spells, which some reduce even getting hit and there is an archetype thats amazing at taking damage.. which Im likely to use.

Thanks Kunala, it is a term I often use. I might try to squeeze Planes and History in there. Or Planes and Religion. Also that guy before most likely posted a caster because I opened up the old recruitment thread.. which needed an arcane.

@Amal. I guess you mean the Steelrager. I am not sure if heavy armor is worth loosing the dodge and damagereduction. But it is your call. And you can cast a few spells at level 4. I am curious how it will work out.
You start with 150gp and a MW weapon.

Hah no.. Spelleater. Thanks for the info lets get started on an Alias. Also DR isnt that great unless you invest in it or use alot of small attacks against it.. and after a while things like Archers stop caring. Something like Stalwart, Improved Stalwart, Crane Style works well however. Also Im not going to wast time on the roll method It mathematically cant even hit a 20 pb because the avg is too low.. your more likely to get a bunch of low rolls AND it ONLY benefits a class that needs one good stat.. which you can make with PB anyway. if it was 4d6 drop lowest that would be closer to a 15pb at least.

You did not read correctly. You can roll and if you do not like it still use 20pb

Oh no I read correctly Im just mathematically sure it would be terrible unless you roll monk stats, so Im sorta skipping it.. and even then this character requires a good Str, Con and okay Cha and Dex and rather not be Dumb or unwise... If this were a Fighter or Wizard sure. I could roll to make you feel better though.

Its your decision. Many misunderstood before. And lady luck can be in your favor.

Alright Im going to repurpose this Alias for your game Big ol' honkin weapon. I am sorry it took so long, work was terrible.

a pole-arm, and a wickedly sharp Two handed blade. Though the oddest sight is the blade at his left hip, which seems to be in an ancient sheathe .

well I guess, with all that equipment, the only response can be "chop chop"... bwa ha ha.

yea the jokes really are that bad :) And were just glad your still with us!

Done

At least Mechanically

Also those puns hurt.

Rolls to prove point

3d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 4) = 11
3d6 ⇒ (4, 4, 3) = 11
3d6 ⇒ (5, 6, 3) = 14
3d6 ⇒ (2, 1, 6) = 9
3d6 ⇒ (3, 5, 4) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (1, 2, 4) = 7

Hey, above average, nice!

The sarcasm in that is palpable. That was 4pb, there are commoners with better stats.. OLD ONEs.. but hey its 3d6.. so Im not surprised. could have been all 10's

Could have my luck and prove statistical improbabilities happen. I once rolled 32 consecutive rolls of under 11 on a 20 sided dice in a minis game. I failed every missile save the first round of play and was completely wiped out before round 2 began. Not a good day.

Well, let me see what my luck looks like today.

How: 3d6 ⇒ (2, 4, 5) = 11
Does: 3d6 ⇒ (5, 4, 2) = 11
My: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 3, 2) = 6
Luck: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 5, 6) = 12
Fare: 3d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 1) = 8
Tonight?: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 6, 5) = 12

Ouch... not too great it seems... a -2 and a -1 to two scores to only gain two +1 scores, and all of this prior to racials... think I will opt for 20 point buy instead. Probably cashing in my boon for a non-core race (still thinking about that, reading over the game thread to determine exactly what flavor of skill maniac will fit best) but if I don't I will think about what I would like instead.

Engine for creation is fired up and whirling, let me see what I can come up with.

OK, looking at making a catfolk bard (archeologist, as she will call herself) who is heading there to study ruins and learn what she can of the tech of the ancients. Still working on all the details, but should have something more concrete soon.

sounds good.

OK, still working on backstory, equipment... (looks at checklist) oh yeah, alignment, deity... and spells... but here is my rough initial submission. I know you will let me know if I messed up on something. Hope to have a full idea of backstory soon... and then gear. I actually almost forgot about the archetype... glad I didn't, I think it fits her better than having bardic performance as such. (Was going to make her play a violin like a gypsy, but it just didn't really fit.)

OK, just working on the backstory...

And.... partially done :)

I intend to add to this as we go, but for now here is her rough backstory.

What can I say, added a bit more... :) got inspired by watching Tron Legacy again... ;)

We are looking for a divine class for Iron Gods.
Level 2. Apporpriate Gold and all the old creating rules apply!

3d6 ⇒ (5, 4, 3) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (5, 5, 4) = 14
3d6 ⇒ (5, 2, 5) = 12
3d6 ⇒ (4, 5, 1) = 10
3d6 ⇒ (6, 6, 2) = 14
3d6 ⇒ (1, 1, 5) = 7

EDIT: Oof. 10 point buy would be rough, so I think I'd go with the 20 point buy to not tie down the party. How about this.

Dolv Hovel, Human Warpriest of Brigh. Dolv grew up in Torch, the son of a smith and a cleaning woman. For the past five years, he's been applying himself to study and weapon crafting in the temple of Brigh, focusing what he has learned from his father and from the clergy of the temple. Naturally quick of hand and eye, Dolv applied his martial training to the use of the crossbow and how to hit a target in the midst of much tumult. Dolv feels the presence of Brigh on the periphery of his thoughts, guiding his hands when he is assembling a new weapon or practicing with it in the yard.

Would you permit weapons that he owns to be things that he has crafted? Or are you less interested in item crafting in your game? Thanks!

Of course do I accept the crafting.

Great, thanks. I'll get the PC sheet ready for your consideration.