GM, i was wondering though.
Will there be a language barrier between "average" Golarion and the lands of the Jade regent?
A social skill character is less useful if the majority of opponents are unable to understand him.
GM, i was wondering though.
Will there be a language barrier between "average" Golarion and the lands of the Jade regent?A social skill character is less useful if the majority of opponents are unable to understand him.
Seeing as it's an AP about slogging over to the far side of the world, yes, there are quite a few language issues that can crop up. f friendly NPCs, and you can always just throw a couple points in linguistics down the line.
True, but some languages wouldn't appear in the linguistics page i reckon, being quite exotic tongues. Even though humans can speak anything but druidic.
The char would, with his personality, try to talk down/negotiate with hostile npc if it means he'd be facing bad odds otherwise.
Language barriers of that kind would make it rather...difficult. :)
Tien is the common tongue for that part of the world just like Taldan is common for Avistan. Ameiko speaks Tien and there is no reason that you can't learn it from her on the long trip over to Minkai.
Imagine convincing an evil npc to sway from evil to being your ally.
True, but some languages wouldn't appear in the linguistics page i reckon, being quite exotic tongues. Even though humans can speak anything but druidic.
Whilst there are a stack of languages that could crop up, it's unlikely that the AP designers would make it so that someone in Minkai didn't at least speak Tien. So a linguistics level in Tien would totally get you buy long enough to get the levels needed for more languages.
Just as a bit of a laugh, the tengu version I was toying with had 5 languages at lvl 1 due to one of the racial abilities of Tengu. He could speak every relevant language, he'd just offend people when he did :P (Cha 7)
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What mumbles said. I actually wouldn't be surprised if most named NPCs knew common. This AP was written with a party full of westerners in mind.
By the way, expanded on the background a bit and changed the campaign trait to reflect a relationship with Sandru. Having a Paladin that was raised with caravan defenders actually work on a caravan makes more sense than a Paladin just hanging out drinking and being bored.
Yeah, general folks slowly switching to Tien from Common makes sense. But agreed, no doubt many of the named villains will have Common (or another 'Western' language) on the list seems highly probable.
If not, I'd probably just spend 1 point in Linguistics learning Tien. Then again, this character already know Minkaian...
If anything, it would lend itself to some nice roleplaying!
Here's a character I've wanted to make it through Jade Regent with for a while, he's never made it far though. I'll have to look over the stats, this is mostly for the bacstory and traits. I haven't decided whether he'll use an elven curve blade, a battleaxe or a greatsword though, but it will be two handed, either way.
Haven't made an alias for him, for obviously no results have been picked. Misc items could be bought if he would.
Crunch
Edward irmington
Human Bard lvl 1
NG
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DEFENSE
Hide shirt +3 AC
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AC: 15, 12 Touch, 13 Flat.
Hp 9 (8+1Con)
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OFFENSE:
Melee:
Rapier (1d6), 18-20 x2
Ranged:
Shortbow +2(1d6), x3
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Initiative (+1)
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Save rolls: Fort: +1, Ref +4, Will +3
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STATISTICS
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Human: +2 stat of choice. Chosen: Charisma
Fav class bonus: Extra bard spell known per lvl. Must be a spell from below your highest possible spell lvl.
Str 10, Dex 14, Con 12, Int 13, Wis 10, Cha 18 (16+2)
Base Atk +0 CMB +0; CMD 12
Feats:
-Spellfocus: Enchantment. +1 to DC for this school
-Voice of the Sibyl: You get a +1 bonus on all Bluff, Diplomacy, and Perform (oratory) skill checks. If you have 10 or more ranks in one of these skills, the bonus increases to +3 for that skill.
Traits:
-Charming: You gain a +1 trait bonus when you use Bluff or Diplomacy on a character that is (or could be) sexually attracted to you, and a +1 trait bonus to the save DC of any language-dependent spell you cast on such characters or creatures.
-Best friend Ameiko: You and the chosen NPC are best friends. You gain a +1 trait bonus on all attack rolls against foes that threaten your friend. +2 Diplomacy
Skills: Bluff +11(12 vs female), Diplomacy +13 (14 vs female), Disguise +8, Intimidate +8, Perception +4, Sense Motive +4, Stealth +5
Skillpoints per lvl 7(6+1 int)
Languages: Common, Tien.
Encumbrance: (1-33=light)
Starting money: 105gp average.
Money left: gp spent, gp left
Favored Class Bonus: Bard (+1HP)
Known spells
Cantrips x4: Dancing Lights, Daze DC 15, Message, Resistance, Summon Instrument
1st lvl x2: Disguise Self, Hideous Laughter DC 16
Spells per day:
1st lvl x2
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Special Abilities
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Standard Racial Traits
Ability Score Racial Traits: Human characters gain a +2 racial bonus to one ability score of their choice at creation to represent their varied nature.
Size: Humans are Medium creatures and thus receive no bonuses or penalties due to their size.
Base Speed: Humans have a base speed of 30 feet.
Languages: Humans begin play speaking Common. Humans with high Intelligence scores can choose any languages they want (except secret languages, such as Druidic). See the Linguistics skill page for more information about these languages.
Feat and Skill Racial Traits
Bonus Feat: Humans select one extra feat at 1st level.
Skills: Humans gain an additional skill rank at first level and one additional rank whenever they gain a level.
Skilled racial replaced by alternate:
Silver tongued, +2 to Diplomacy & Bluff checks. In addition, when they use Diplomacy to shift a creature's attitude, they can shift up to three steps up rather than just two.
Weapon and Armor Proficiency
A bard is proficient with all simple weapons, plus the longsword, rapier, sap, shortsword, shortbow, and whip. Bards are also proficient with light armor and shields (except tower shields). A bard can cast bard spells while wearing light armor and using a shield without incurring the normal arcane spell failure chance. Like any other arcane spellcaster, a bard wearing medium or heavy armor incurs a chance of arcane spell failure if the spell in question has a somatic component. A multiclass bard still incurs the normal arcane spell failure chance for arcane spells received from other classes.
Bardic Knowledge (Ex)
A bard adds half his class level (minimum 1) to all Knowledge skill checks and may make all Knowledge skill checks untrained.
Background
Edward's parents were minor nobles in Magnimar. Rich kids were ignored by the "common" children. He went to the theater academy, as he had a certain inborn charm and wordplay he had picked up observing his parents. Little Edward developed a touch of sarcasm when something turned sour for those that picked on him.
A scandal involving his parents forced them to leave Magnimar and they moved to Sandpoint. There he befriended a young girl named Ameiko. Though their personalities were different, her being strong willed and direct, Edward was more of a laid back sarcastic guy. They shared a mutual interest and talent for entertainment, a common ground that got them a bond of friendship for life.
Personality & Appearance
Edward is a modestly reserved guy. A sarcast to those he doesn't like, he might appear as anti-social. Which is totally contrary to what type he really is. Edward is well versed in bluffing or persuading his way around, learning the first from the theater and the latter from his parents. He's most open when talking to Ameiko and would backtalk any1 who'd speak ill of her. Once you get to know him, he's an okay guy. His weapon of choice is the short bow.
Edward has medium long brown hair and matching eyes. Not the most muscular of men, he's more of a pleasant look-at.
What are the ages of Ameiko, Shandru, and Shalelu? and what is the start date of the Adventure?Who are you going after?Who are YOU going after? ;)
Also updated the crunch and added a brief primer on how I plan to progress the character mechanically.
Guess the DM added a 4th person even though the player's guide says only 3, which is okay.
DM, I'm okay with Shalelu being a crush, but where do you get the info stating she is a crush option, unless you added her?
I haven't said anything about the crush trait at all actually. Someone just asked me how old 3 of the 4 major NPCs were, and I tossed Koya's age in for good measure, because there's quite a few traits/backstory concepts where someone might want to know how old someone else would have been when their character was X years old.
That said though, Childhood Crush does specifically list "NPC Choices: Ameiko, Sandru, Shalelu" at the end. As does Younger Sibling.
While I'm at it-
Best Friend (Ameiko, Sandru)
Caravan Guard (Sandru)
Foster Child (Koya)
Friend of the Family (Koya)
Hero Worship (Ameiko, Shalelu)
Rescued (Koya, Shalelu)
Student Survivalist (Shalelu)
That should save people a little flipping back and forth.
Sandru
Got a description up and added a bit to my backstory. Waiting is the hardest part. xP
I realize that you've said you are not keen on summoners. Despite that, this is a character I've been trying to get into a Jade Reagent game. She is trying to get home to Tian-Xia after being stranded in Kenebras by an oni who possessed her.
She is not "just another summoner", made because they've got good crunch. Here character concept can only be accomplished with a summoner and while I'm cool if you won't take her, she can be found here.
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Decided to go ahead and compile the list of characters I've found so far. I organized by campaign trait because the GM didn't explicitly lay out the party make-up he was looking for. A quick glance at the submissions show two things really, Shalelu has taken most of the town's love, and that was at the expense of poor Koya.
Let me know if I left anyone off.
Best Friend
Edward Irmington - Human Bard (Ameiko)
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer (Ameiko)
Caravan Guard
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian (Sandru)
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae (Sandru)
Childhood Crush
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna (Shalelu)
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger (Sandru)
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter (Shalelu)
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid (Shalelu)
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk (Ameiko)
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger (Ameiko)
Hero Worship
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar (Shalelu)
Rescued
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian (Shalelu)
Student Survivalist
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter (Shalelu)
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger (Shalelu)
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja (Shalelu)
Younger Sibling
Jingoro - Human Oracle of ??? (Ameiko)
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard (Shalelu)
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
You forgot Umbryl Char!!!
hero worship-Ameiko
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk (Ameiko)
A-dwarf-able? :P
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Added Umbryl. And yes Mumbles you are a-dwarf-able. Thank you for not being a Gimli clone.
Best Friend
Edward Irmington - Human Bard (Ameiko)
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer (Ameiko)
Caravan Guard
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian (Sandru)
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae (Sandru)
Childhood Crush
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna (Shalelu)
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger (Sandru)
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter (Shalelu)
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid (Shalelu)
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk (Ameiko)
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger (Ameiko)
Hero Worship
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar (Shalelu)
Umbryl Char - Human Magus (Ameiko)
Rescued
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian (Shalelu)
Student Survivalist
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter (Shalelu)
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger (Shalelu)
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja (Shalelu)
Younger Sibling
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle(Ameiko)
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard (Shalelu)
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
Ancestor Oracle, no deity specifically.
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Best Friend
Edward Irmington - Human Bard (Ameiko)
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer (Ameiko)
Caravan Guard
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian (Sandru)
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae (Sandru)
Childhood Crush
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna (Shalelu)
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger (Sandru)
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter (Shalelu)
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid (Shalelu)
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk (Ameiko)
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger (Ameiko)
Foster Child
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja (Koya)
Hero Worship
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar (Shalelu)
Umbryl Char - Human Magus (Ameiko)
Rescued
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian (Shalelu)
Student Survivalist
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter (Shalelu)
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger (Shalelu)
Younger Sibling
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle(Ameiko)
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard (Shalelu)
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
So, if we break it down by focus...
Ameiko
Edward Irmington - Human Bard
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger
Umbryl Char - Human Magus
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle
Koya
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja
Sandru
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger
Shalelu
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
So Ameiko is at 6, Koya at a sad 1, Sandru at 3, and Shalelu taking the lead with 8, with 2 undecided I guess. No surprises there really, though even I'm surprised at the lack of Koya picks.
Poor koya :(
Koya is awesome but I wanted to have someone who discovered Haru's secret, and Shalelu kinda fit. I could make it Ameiko I suppose.
Female Kitsune Bard 1
CN Medium humanoid (kitsune, shapechanger)
Init +3; Senses low-light vision; Perception +3
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Defense
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AC 16, touch 13, flat-footed 13 (+2 armor, +1 shield, +3 Dex)
hp 9 (1d8+1)
Fort +1, Ref +5, Will +1
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Offense
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Speed 30 ft.
Melee bite +0 (1d4) and
. . dagger +0 (1d4/19-20)
Ranged shortbow +3 (1d6/×3)
Special Attacks bardic performance 8 rounds/day (countersong, distraction, fascinate, inspire courage +1)
Kitsune Spell-Like Abilities (CL 1st; concentration +5)
. . 3/day—dancing lights
Bard Spells Known (CL 1st; concentration +5):
1st (2/day)—hideous laughter (DC 16), memory lapse (DC 16)
0 (at will)—daze (DC 15), detect magic, ghost sound (DC 14), prestidigitation (DC 14)
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Statistics
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Str 10, Dex 16, Con 12, Int 12, Wis 9, Cha 18
Base Atk +0; CMB +0; CMD 13
Feats Lingering Performance
Traits intense artist, student survivalist
Skills Acrobatics +4, Climb +3, Escape Artist +6, Knowledge (arcana) +2, Knowledge (dungeoneering) +2 (+4 to navigate underground), Knowledge (engineering) +2, Knowledge (geography) +2, Knowledge (history) +2, Knowledge (local) +6, Knowledge (nature) +2, Knowledge (nobility) +2, Knowledge (planes) +2, Knowledge (religion) +2, Linguistics +5, Perception +3, Perform (dance) +5, Perform (sing) +5, Spellcraft +5, Stealth +6, Survival +5 (+7 to avoid becoming lost when using this); Racial Modifiers +2 Acrobatics
Languages Common, Elven, Sylvan, Varisian
SQ bardic knowledge +1, change shape, kitsune magic
Combat Gear cold iron arrows (20), scroll of cure light wounds; Other Gear lamellar cuirass, buckler, dagger (5), shortbow, belt pouch, compass, flint and steel, spell component pouch, whetstone, 2 gp, 9 sp, 8 cp
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Special Abilities
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Bardic Knowledge +1 (Ex) Add +1 to all knowledge skill checks.
Bardic Performance (standard action) (8 rounds/day) Your performances can create magical effects.
Change Shape (Su) Assume a single human form.
Compass +2 circumstance for Survival or Knowledge (Dungeoneering) to avoid becoming lost.
Intense Artist (Perform [sing], Perform [dance]) Your devotion to Shelyn has caused you to delve more deeply into your art. You gain a +1 trait bonus on two Perform skills of your choice, and Perform is always a class skill for you.
Lingering Performance Bardic Performances last 2 rds after you stop concentrating.
Low-Light Vision See twice as far as a human in low light, distinguishing color and detail.
Scroll of cure light wounds Add this item to create a scroll with spells on it.
Student Survivalist (Shalelu) (Ex) +1 vs foes threatening Shalelu.
Sandru and his caravan fit better thematically for my barbarian and his backstory. Koya is awesome, had I went the arcane route I first contemplated I would have chosen her probably.
Yeah, my character is focusing on Ameiko because he grew up with her. That, and his parents were secretly training for the day he could pick up the katana and (help) defend her.
I say help, because at the very onset of the game, she is technically higher level than Shirota.
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Added Haru. So now we have 21 people competing for 3 slots. Considering Koya's backstory, if you have some history with Sandru, you almost have to have some history with Koya since she travels on the caravans as well.
Ameiko
Edward Irmington - Human Bard
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger
Umbryl Char - Human Magus
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle
Koya
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja
Sandru
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger -in-
Shalelu
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard
Haru Yoshioka - Kitsune Bard
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
Oh how lovely Aleon Hunter has a secret crush with a male NPC. I will gladly follow that AP!
Oh how lovely Aleon Hunter has a secret crush with a male NPC. I will gladly follow that AP!
On that note, now that I'm aware, my new crush is Shalelu. I probably should have checked that first.
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Well. I guess Aleon won't be feeling the hilt of Sandru's sword.
Ameiko
Edward Irmington - Human Bard
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger
Umbryl Char - Human Magus
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle
Koya
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja
Sandru
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae
Shalelu
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger -in-
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard
Haru Yoshioka - Kitsune Bard
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
I decided to let the Warpriest of Yamtsumi slip as the concept is too closely tied to the Oni Spawn Tiefling and instead work on something else.
I'm working on a Samsaran Cleric of Tsukiyo who is a Friend of the Family and actually a childhood friend of Koya.
8 Humans, 2 Kitsune, 1 Dwarf, 1 Gnome, 7 Half-Elves, and 2 Elves so far. Pretty average spread, though personally I thought I'd see more non-core races like Nagaji, Tengu and Samsaran by now... Though Cuàn said he was making a Samsaran...
Personally I go for interesting concepts. After all what's the point of playing fantasy games if your going to be something so relatable. But as I said it's a personal preference. I guess it depends how you play. ;)
I'm with niveus, for me it's all making an interesting concept. Once I have the concept or core roleplaying idea, how do I flesh that out in the rules? Take mumbles, he NEEDED the lowest charisma possible to represent just how unappealing his speech is. Pretty much didn't work in any other race.
For PFS I have a lawyer character who I've taken several suboptimal spell choices and feats because they thematically suit him. Blistering invocations and judgements from lawyers are just more flavourful ;)
I think most folks here come up with a concept, then bring that concept to conception with the rules. I was simply commenting how it seems that many people seem to be avoiding the listed races for this attempt at Jade Regent. There isn't anything wrong with it, just bringing it up was all.
Neither way is bad. Concept to Crunch or Crunch to Concept. Doing both well is valuable. Heck, mix and match the two. My only advice is to stay fresh by stretching your comfort zone from time to time on how to make a character.
Eden's origins were rather different than most I suppose, both his crunch and fluff have changed drastically since he was created; he changed little by little every game I played him in, until he became what he is now. I guess you could say I forged him slowly over many years until I found the one adventure I wanted him to retire in.
Cuz that's my habit, I retire characters once I run them through the game I think they best fit in, or that they were meant for. Until then they are concepts that keep getting tweeked.
The Cleric is on her way, yes.
I was mainly led to Samsaran because I wanted to make a childhood friend of Koya and the only other race that's allowed and long lived enough to not be elderly are Elf and Dwarf. Among those two Elves would have been more likely to be close to Shalelu while Dwarves generally aren't my thing, they require a very specific concept for me to enjoy them.
The rest developed from there. I knew I was making a Cleric even before picking race. The god was a logical choice once I had Samsaran settled as she'd know her deity through the memories of her past lives. She herself is of mostly Varisian stock with some distant traces of Tien blood but her previous lives were all from the Dragon Empires. Part of her thing during this game would be the resurfacing of those memories based on triggers we encounter during play.
Over halfway done with my character. The backstory is pretty much lined up, just got to finish the 2nd half.
Also some of the stats are in!!!
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I always hate trying to represent concepts mechanically. Its always easy to find the right combination of feats, class abilities, and equipment to define your character as you've envisioned them. Its always hard to get them all online as quickly as possible without jeopardizing the integrity of a well made build (unless you're starting at higher levels).
Anyways I haven't seen the GM in a few days, is he still around? I have PbP abandonment issues.
Anyways I haven't seen the GM in a few days, is he still around? I have PbP abandonment issues.
He said it was closing thursday/friday, and for me it's less than 2 hours til friday, so I'm hoping sometime soon the GM is going to pop in and put us all out of our PbP waiting misery.
Anyways I haven't seen the GM in a few days, is he still around? I have PbP abandonment issues.He said it was closing thursday/friday, and for me it's less than 2 hours til friday, so I'm hoping sometime soon the GM is going to pop in and put us all out of our PbP waiting misery.
Here we're still 8 hours away from Friday and considering the GM is in the eastern US (assuming I remember correctly) that means even longer till Friday.
Yeah, I'm just sitting here dusting off notes and waiting for the clock to run out on character submissions. Then comes the bit where I sweep through and kick most people to the curb and really start running here.
Well honesty is a plus I suppose. xP
Hello - I would like to jumpg in with a last-minute submission. I would've provided a character sooner, but my April was very busy at work, and I and didn't start looking at recruitment threads until today! Going forward, my schedule will be much more relaxed again.
Here are the basic outlines of the character:
Trait: Friend of the Family (Koya)
Human Monk (Sensei, Qiggong Monk, Drunken Master)
More to come in an actual character profile.
In Sandpoint, about as far from Minkai as he could get, Oda found himself unable to flee any further. Mere distance, it seemed, was not the answer. Oda was sitting in yet another tavern when the barkeep, sensing a man in need of some guidance, told Oda he needed to seek out a seer. With nothing else to do, Oda went to see Madame Niska Mvashti, and discovered a woman who could look straight into his soul. Niska told Oda his own story without him sharing it. And she told him that his only path for redemption was to serve a new lord, and to do so honorably. Oda decided that the only lord he could serve was Madame Niska herself. For she was the first person who knew his secret, and yet accepted him.
Oda indeed found some measure of redemption in service to Madame Niska. So he found himself in sorrow when the elderly Madame Niska called him in for a meeting, and told him that her final days were approaching. But Niska had a greater purpose. She asked Oda to promise to watch over Koya if she went on a long trip. "I'm an old man, and not fit to be a caravan guard any longer," replied Oda. "And Koya is too old for such travels. You worry too much." But Niska insisted, and Oda agreed.
Now that Niska has passed, Oda finds himself in sorrow again. He had never quite let go of the tavern, but he found himself deep in his cups again. What was left for this old man without a master? Oda was not at all sure.
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Ameiko
Edward Irmington - Human Bard
Niveus Anguis - Kitsune Sorcerer
Mumbles - A-dwarf-able Zen Archer Monk
Shirota Wakahisa - Human Ranger
Umbryl Char - Human Magus
Jingoro - Human Ancestor Oracle
Koya
Kairi - Samsaran Oracle of Lore (though she's really a bard)
Oda - Human Monk
Quig Pahrooh - Gnome Ninja
Sandru
Kvell Crassus - Barbarian
Saif al-Fajr - Human Paladin of Sarenrae
Shalelu
Aldel Dresh - Half-Elf Inquisitor of Desna
Aleon Hunter - Elf Gunslinger -in-
Caeth Hadirthir - Elf Fighter
Eden Nightseed - Half-Elf Druid
Parsifal Foghain - Half-Elf Paladin of Abadar
Trample Thunder Harvan - Human Mounted Fury Barbarian
Caerwyn Callandrill - Half-elf Scout Rogue/Fighter
Jenna Twinborn - Half-Elf Falconer/Skirmisher Ranger
Jordan Andosano - Human Evoker Wizard
Haru Yoshioka - Kitsune Bard
Not sure?
Allerion Briarthorn - Half-Elf Alchemist
Etsuko Kaijitsu - Half-Elf Synthesis Summoner
Alright! This is her stuff. She is taking the friend of the family trait.
As she took a bite, she found something she has never witnessed before, harmony. She cried at the thought knowing fully well, that her father left her when she was a baby. What her mom said was that her father was seeking some kind of self perfection. Her mom was heartbroken, but her mom understood. Serena (Kairi) did not understand, the only she could deal with never knowing her father was to seek self perfection herself.
She was joyful and quickly asked for more food. They fell in deep love a few months later. They had children and a family cooking business crowded with adventurers from everywhere. Farston always said, "When you give a traveling adventurer nice food, dreams will be made and they will become the best stories you hear." Farston's dream was to create the perfect 5 course meal with the addition of dessert at the end of the 5 courses. Throughout their lives they worked hard to make his goals come to fruition, but unfortunately a human life was to short for such a goal. Farston died of old age.
She was devastated at his death, but a few years later, she died of old age as well. But suddenly she was reborn as a light blue looking humanoid. A samaran! She was strangely raised by her own children. Of course, she never knew that she was once their mother any more. They seemed quite familiar people, but she could not figure it out. Deeply intact in her mind is still a desire to cook, Farston's dream became her own. She soon figured out that she could not stay stationary to fulfill her goal to make the ultimate 5 course meal. She will have to hunt for the cuisine.
Many lifetimes later she was named Kairi. In this lifetime she was a cleric of Irori. Through travel, she befriended a woman named Niska Mvashti. She traveled with the caravan that Niska Mvashti was in. Being well fed was a must. Kairi expertly rationed delicious meals that won the respect of the caravan. The caravan served her goals of adventure and curiosity. When Kairi and Niska traveled to Varisa, Kairi explained to her that she will die soon. She told her to bring her to a town that she can grow up happily in as a reborn child. "My cooking will remain, but my memories of you may not remain. Please let me remember my name." Kairi begged Irori to give her powers to succeed in her endeavor on her next life succession, even if in her next life she chooses not to worship. For she has served him well in this lifetime. Niska followed her wishes.
Cooks were considered to be quite dexterous, but Kairi was not. Pots and Pans were broken, food splattered all over the floor and many cooking tools were dropped. With determination she picked up what she dropped and cleaned her mistakes. She developed a rhythm in her cooking, using her mind over matter.
Holding food by her two hands closed together in a cup, she dropped her food in the right places: In pots, pans, plates and bowls. Her cooking became admired by the community in Sand Point. Visitors and guests were treated with fine gourmet and hospitality. She loved hearing stories and tales from anyone. During this time she also took care of Niska. This is because of Koya's travels with Shandru's caravan.
Many years of joyful cooking passed. In till one day while cooking, Kairi dropped to floor unconscious for 20 minutes. She was shocked to learn that she was partially blind, she could not see farther than 30 feet in any direction. She was devastated and deeply depressed. She was only getting worse because of her continued discovery of her new powers. Despite of her newfound struggle, Niska sent her a urgent message asking Kairi to cook for her. Kairi came by to visit despite her own struggle. Kairi did not know she was going to hear Niska's last words to her. "Your powers were made not hinder, but to help. I believe I know someone who will need your help. I have no doubt that Koya will soon strongly ponder searching for a rather long venture somewhere. If she does.. please protect her. Please Kairi! It is time to let go of your previous doubts and rise to the occasion."
They hugged for the last time and said their goodbyes. Kairi was free from her self toture. Kairi left bittersweet, she knew Niska's death was soon. However, she believes that somehow Niska will still be in her presence even after her death. Niska did so much for her. Kairi will sacrifice her life to protect Koya, if that is what needs to be done.
Racial Traits
Lifebound (Ex): Samsarans gain a +2 racial bonus on all saving throws made to resist death effects, saving throws against negative energy effects, Fortitude saves made to remove negative levels, and Constitution checks made to stabilize if reduced to negative hit points.
Shards of the Past (Ex): A samsaran's past lives grant her bonuses on two particular skills. A samsaran chooses two skills—she gains a +2 racial bonus on both of these skills, and they are treated as class skills regardless of what class she actually takes.
I picked perform (oratory) and profession (cooking).
Low-Light Vision: Samsarans can see twice as far as humans in conditions of dim light.
Samsaran Magic (Sp): Samsarans with a Charisma score of 11 or higher gain the following spell-like abilities: 1/day—comprehend languages, deathwatch, and stabilize. The caster level for these effects is equal to the samsaran's level.
Faith Trait
Spell Intuition: You gain a +1 trait bonus on Spellcraft checks, and Spellcraft becomes a class skill for you.
Campaign Trait
Friend of the Family: As long as Koya remains alive, you gain a +1 trait bonus on
Perception checks, and Perception becomes a class skill
for you. In addition, you gain a +1 trait bonus on all attack
rolls against foes that threaten Koya.
Oracle Curse
You cannot see anything beyond 30 feet, but you can see as if you had darkvision.
The rest of the equipment is going to be cooking equipment. Whatever money is left from spending on that kind of stuff, she will have.
Yeah, I'm just sitting here dusting off notes and waiting for the clock to run out on character submissions. Then comes the bit where I sweep through and kick most people to the curb and really start running here.
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Alright - I've put it together. Here's the character sheet for Oda Ogimachi, old monk looking for a new purpose. Thanks for your consideration!