Midgard Homebrew: Power of Freedom (Inactive)

Game Master Nightskies

Anyone mind posting how i put a character sheey on a alias? I just made an alias for my charactet but cannot seem to figure it out...and excuse the misspelling, posting from my phone.

Use the link 'My Account' up top, and from that screen, you can use the link on the name of your alias's profile. Don't use the 'Edit' link, actually use the link on the name of the alias. That will bring you to the profile for your alias, where you can then edit the profile.

Hadrain: We start at level 2!

This is Shadoven's Alias, and the name of my character. His stats and basic profile are on my page, working on full crunch and story next.

Starting Gold
5d6 ⇒ (6, 5, 5, 2, 5) = 23x10+400=630
HP
2d5 + 1 + 11 ⇒ (1, 2) + 1 + 11 = 15

Do I need to plan on anything specific for using a 15 point buy, or just wait and see?

Nice backstory psychopomp! "Braid amputation" is priceless...

Thanks Oceanshieldwolf - same to Khita :)

I think Khita and Kyall should get along well, and not just because their names are cutely alliterative.

Kelvanthus: Depends on the details of the backstory, especially as it relates to Salzbach. I'm looking for a motivation for the character first and foremost. This bonus may simply be a magic item that will augment the difference in power, it may be an artifact, companion (as per Leadership), or it may be a mythic tier. So far, these characters have some pretty good attribute rolls, so those with 15 point buy may get a little more than I initially planned. If I'm planning a mythic tier, I will notify you ahead of time.

Come Monday, I'll post a list of what we have so far.

@Hadrian: I like the backstory - plenty moody and nice cyclical development. Glad you went the Shadow route...

Same here. And I'm especially hyped about the choice to do so as a paladin. We might end up with a mixed party of powerful mortals and mythic heroes... just what Salzbach needs.

I'm enjoying this concept. The idea of a Shadow Paladin who is more about ends than means and more about good than law is an interesting concept that I haven't played before.

I'm picturing him a lot like a fantasy world Batman in terms of his approach. Definitely a good guy, but definitely not a nice guy.

If we make it far enough I'm planning on becoming a Shadowdancer

I'd also be really interested to hear more about the Shadow goddess mentioned upthread.

Rolls to start thinking about a character..

The dice gods dislike me today, maybe the goddess of shadows and magic will have something fun in store instead if I just use 15 point buy... :P

Half of backstory types, rest will be up in an hour. Im not adverse to tying it in with another character. Ad a former Paladin Kelvanthus and Hadrian should have some interesting roleplay. And Nightskies, can I get any teasers on good favored enemies?

I would think "Urban Ranger" and design from there..

@ Nightskies: may I play an Oread Fighter Instead?

4d6 ⇒ (3, 2, 4, 2) = 11 110+400= 510 GP
2d4 ⇒ (3, 1) = 4 HP / 2

After reviewing the Midgard book, I saw an option for being a "Panthiest" priest of all the gods of the city (pp. 226) Would that be acceptable, or would you like me to choose a single god? Also how would that affect the Hero Point distribution?

Will work on background after questions answered.

Character Sheet

Half of backstory types, rest will be up in an hour. Im not adverse to tying it in with another character. Ad a former Paladin Kelvanthus and Hadrian should have some interesting roleplay. And Nightskies, can I get any teasers on good favored enemies?

Hey Shadoven - perhaps look at Kobold Press' Expanded Spell-less Ranger. It's a great exposition of the more "Strider" Ranger with more options, animal bonds and combat styles.

To those who have the campaign setting... I think I remember it being mentioned that the remaining elves are more akin to Fey than humans, am I right?

I'm likely making an enchantress, possibly half-elf with the fey bloodline.

Here are my scores; post to follow later tomorrow...

15
14
12
14
10
7

I'm playing an Oread; Adjustments to scores not added yet.

@Wildebob; hey for a tie-in why aren't you and I life-long friends; and your father requested privately of me to keep an eye on you? Sound good?

Any ways Starting Gold Roll
5d6 ⇒ (4, 4, 4, 6, 3) = 21

21x 10 = 210 +400 = 610

And HP roll
2d5 ⇒ (3, 1) = 4

Sorry about the wait, but full background, pending any needed changes from the DM and wanted changes by other players, is up on my page. I can post it here but figured you wanted it on my alias. Please check it out and let me know what you think. I am fully open to changes if need be.

Shadoven: Monstrous Humanoids, Humans, Aberrations, Magical Beasts are all going to get use as favored enemies, depending on the ranger.

Awakeninfinity: Yes, be aware though that someone else also made an oread fighter.

scranford: Yes, the pantheist priest is allowed. If none of the deities chosen are locally available, then 1 point may be taken.

dunebugg: Yes, the elves are more like fey, but there are those who mingle into cities as well. The people of Dornig generally have high esteem for the elves who do.

My archetype gives me disable device and trapfinding, I will cover traps.

Trappet archetype from Ultimate Magic and Falconer from Ultimate Combat.

Sorry about the wait, but full background, pending any needed changes from the DM and wanted changes by other players, is up on my page. I can post it here but figured you wanted it on my alias. Please check it out and let me know what you think. I am fully open to changes if need be.

Hey Shadoven: I'm sure Nightskies will alert you that the Midgard Campaign setting is very specific. Your background, while evocative and nicely done does not conform to the setting. Definitely check out the Midgard Campaign Setting Free preview to get an idea of Midgard, if you haven't already.

Nightskies' Midgard may differ from the default, published Midgard Campaign Setting in which there are fewer than 5,000 full blooded elves, and there are no half-elves, only humans with the elf-marked feat - faint traces of elvish blood.

The elven "empire" or kingdom of Arbonesse has disappeared, in its wake Dornig is a pale reflection of the magnificence of the former majesty and grandeur of that realm. Elves are very rare and basically in decline.

Again, Nightskies will amend any of that if it is in opposition to his/her Midgard.

Having said all that, great background! I like your character concept.

Ahh ok, he listed half elves as a playable race and seemed ok...maybe it was an oversight? And thanks for the compliment! !I had it this morning but when I hit preview to spoiler tag it, it alk was deleted...from now on type in word, then copy paste. So, Nightskies, do I need to change my race?

It's no big deal on the race thing IMHO - just some reskinning, or Nightskies' Midgard is half-elf rich.

Just the background needs Midgardification. Let me look at the CS and I'll try to bring you up to speed tonight..

Thanks, I appreciate the help. I wasnt able to check out the pdf yet, just trying to match what he had pmed me. Did you get that the character was from another world and Malekor basically plane shifted him to Midgard? That may clear up the first half.

As I understand it, the Elfmarked use half elf traits. They are humans, but otherwise are half-elves, mechanically speaking. For all intents and purposes (at least as I had perceived it), elfmarked are more-or-less half elves. There are a lot more than 5,000 Arbonesse elves, as there are that many in Hirchberg (a major city of Dornig) alone. There are many more elfmarked, which are part elves. Salzbach itself is about one-tenth Elfmarked in population. None the less, full elves I limited to those who understand Midgard due to these bits of information.

This is a good point by Ocean though, they are known as Elfmarked in Midgard. The elfmarked feat allows a 'half elf' to benefit from the use of exclusive elven magic and items.

Ah, oops! Nice catch on elven and half-elven populations, Nightskies. Sorry if I confused the issue...

Oh ok, do I need to change anything due to that? And whats your opinion on the backstory?

Will take that into consideratio. We are on the same page all the way up to the bad part, and you gave me some needed ideas for motivation. Now, when we say corrupt, how corrupt are we talking? I def like the idea of him focusing his bitterness and hatred on a new enemy. As for deities I was hoping you would take the spark of hope and run with it. At first he will not worship a God, but if one was reaching out to him as the campaign went on, that could make for very interesting roleplay. And to be honest, this is his home now. He just doesnt fully realize how committed to Midgard he is yet, but as the campaign goes im hoping that will change. Im very open to more ideas to attach him to Midgard more though.

Also, have no fear. His personality has shifted very much from who he was, and I intend to play that up, especially the bitterness. He will be very dark to begin with. And, Ninskah huh? Im not quite seeing the fit, can I have your view on that or more info on her? I seem a little depressing for the God of beet and happiness.

Think of the Loremaster's Association to be like the Yakuza and a big oil company fused into one. With business in artifacts and information, often times contraband. They can get the guards to look the other way while citizens are mugged in the street. They are the thieve's guild of Salzbach, and if not for their rival guilds, would be in total control of the city.

The most powerful (and rich), however, are the Brewers of Salzbach. While they are good hearted, they are more interested in their beer and goodwill than opposing the Loremaster's Association.

Ninkash regularly gives good dreams to those who have drunken themselves to sleep. She reaches out to guys like him. She doesn't expect him to become a devotee of her teachings, but a few words of thanks and the occasional donation or effort to her works do matter. The gods of Midgard are, in a way, everywhere they want to be, but not omniscient, like Valkyries who come to the fallen warriors. Ninkash would likely be the first who comes to Kelvanthus' attention personally.

Do all the gods do this? Not at all. Some are mysterious and distant, some are outgoing and a part of many people's lives. The gods certainly don't have to be a part of anyone's story, as there are many who never personally experience any of the gods in life. Ninkash isn't likely to be in line with Kelvanthus' soul like Drizzt found faith in Mielikki, but she does want some mutual harmony between them.

Why is that? Perhaps he will learn through the course of the game, if he does look to Midgard's gods.

Ninkash regularly gives good dreams to those who have drunken themselves to sleep.... The gods of Midgard are, in a way, everywhere they want to be, but not omniscient, like Valkyries who come to the fallen warriors.

You just solidified my character concept. It's changed a little, Elven Illusionist/Enchanter Wizard. Picked up a copy of the campaign setting so I could look into things a little more. Definitely think I understand elves + my goddess of choice.

Are you using the Status system at all?

HP: 2d3 ⇒ (1, 3) = 4

dunebugg: Not for this campaign. If it carries on into a second, it is likely to be in that one.

dunebugg's wizard. @Nightskies I had sent you a PM earlier asking your thoughts on some specific rules (none of the class related stuff anymore) and want to hear what you think. I can throw up some more background if you'd like, as well. Mainly just wanted to get the important fluff/crunch worked out right away.

Also, are we able to take whatever languages are in the Midgard book?

@Shadoven: how would you like to be accidentally tricked into the worship of a wonderful wonderful deity? :D

Tessara, wonderfully tricked huh? Go on...

My charactet sheet will be up tonight, but just so everyone knows, I will have trapfinding and disable device, stealth, perception, knowledge nature, and some other ranger skills. And im an archer.

Working on my Bard, all that's left is history. It's my first time making a Bard, so I could use some advice. Right now it seems like the other characters can do at least one or more of the things she can do, except better.

I'm definitely going for more of a support role.

Sharmila Aditi, Female Sylph Bard (Geisha)

I have some exp with bards, what is your major concerns? Keep in mind no one can do bardic music and that alone is a huge advantag. Are you going for the party face?

I'm probably going to build toward a flexible fighter, one that pokes with his Spear (not completely sure about my melee weapon just just yet) and using his shortbow for archery when neccessary...

@nightskies: What is the attitude toward Oreads and other planetouched races in Salzbach? And how much of a background would you like?

Rolling for hp and cash for my summoner.

2nd lvl HP: 2d4 ⇒ (4, 1) = 5
Cash: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 5) = 11 x 10 + 400 = 510 gp

Eh, I think I'll give up. I'm having trouble figuring out the background, there's already more than 5 characters, and Doomed Hero's paladin seems to make a better Party Face.

Good luck with the campaign.

dunebugg: Yes, and my gut reaction is to say that the Trade Tongue (Common) and Elvish is all you need, but you never know what the PCs will come up with. In case I didn't say it in the PM, yours is another back story that I like.

Awakeninfinity: Hadrain and Khita have the right idea of a good amount of story background, just as examples. I'm looking for motivation(s), who you're affiliated with, a brief but revealing critical moment in the character's history. But build the back story in a way you enjoy first.

Oreads are treated somewhat less kindly in Salzbach than humans and especially elves. Because they're typically strong and patient, they tend to fair well enough, despite the mild mistreatment. They are relatively rare, and their contribution to society and demeanor matter more than being Oread. Halflings and tieflings are treated a little worse, and dwarves get treated about as well as elfmarked- a little better than humans. As a free city, the typical attitude in Salzbach leads to less discrimination by lineage or hereditary traits compared to most other cities, but not by much.

At this point, actually being a more common race may make the character more appealing, looking at the running.

OK. I've put together an alias and began to populate it.

Ellismus Rayne

The background is done. I still need to create the eidolon proper, purchase equipment, choose spells, shoose a feat... Yeah, ok. Still a lot to do, but at least the background is done.

Nightskies, as far as my background goes, I primarily just need motivation, aka war for justice against the Loremasters? And how do you feel about adding a nemsis or villian to your story? After all, if I lived, Melekor could have, and the Loremasters sound like just the group he would love. I could have heard a rumour of another Elfenmarked from the waste joining up with them, giving me all the reason I need to see them destroyed, to ensure his evil doesnt spread here as well.

It looks like we have mostly elf/elfmarked joining the crew, with a few planetouched and... a single human! I'm not really surprised by this, but definitely thought there would be more humans. I was about to.. but elf made more sense for my character.

Tessara, assuming nightskies is on board, im very interested. He would be suspicious, but at this point he wouldnt turn the oppurtunity down.

Nemesis are good tools for GMs. I have been thinking about including Melekor- consider him in the cards. If the activities of the Loremasters in itself isn't enough to earn ire, that's alright. It was just a suggestion to increase his tie-in to the setting.

And, yes, a little push in the right direction would expose Kelvanthus to Tessara's deity, certainly.

The more tie in you can help me with, the better. Ill be adding a motivation, goals, religion, allies and friends list to my background to help. And I believe physchopomp and myself are also tying our backstories together, though we have more details to.hammer out.

Right now my possible backstory tie is fairly loose - friends/allies through the Adventurers' guild. Richer details of Kelvanthus' and Kyall's association lend themselves well to in-game development, though I'm happy to support any plot hooks that open the story itself.