Yeah bud, we've all done it one time or another. It's all good and I'm with Mus'ad if you wanna do it over the way you wanted it. Either way I am enjoying this game a lot!
"Mus'ad let me know if you need any help with those beasts in there, I wouldn't mind trying out some of my new equipment." The paladin smirks and goes back to finishing his two projects.
Shanosuke:
Let me know the stats you want for the two items I am making tonight.
I will consider redoing the encounter but technically all you need to know is already there. Just look it over again and tell me if it needs a redux.
Mus'ad:
Inside the jail you see several malformed Anubites chained to the walls. They look like they are in the process of metamorphasis. There are six in all and one of the ones visible that has a mostly humanoid body that but its face has formed jackal and its body sporting hair, has Faznir's turban and some of his flamboyat sashes. All these transforming anubites are chained to the wall and are snarling violently and pulling at their binds but to no avail.
Mus'ad recoils from the spot where he was looking into the jail and has to uncoil his tagelmust so as to get more air to his face. His skin has taken on a sickly pallor before he moves to the jail's door and attempts to force it open with a desperate need...
Door is open. In a tremendous feat of stength, Mus'ad has ripped the make shift door from its hinges. You have access to the jail.
Inside those of you who look see several chained and bound partial anubites are inside. From the looks of them, they are in the process of turning from whatever they once were into anubites.
Now that the door is ripped aside, Mus'ad's face grows even grimmer... he solemnly retrieves his curve blade and makes to move within, foul intent etched upon his face...
Pausing for people to weigh in before Mus'ad gets to slaughtering them.
"Wait Musad, I think we should at least try to give them respite from their pains."
Jen casts slumber on each of them in turn before Mus'ad kills them, to try and give them some peace before they die. She recognizes Faznir's old turban.
Hearing Arik's words the paladin puts down his tools and rushes to the jail house, "Dear lord of steel, it can't be...." He moves over his sleeping friend. And prays for his soul, and whispers "Sorry I couldn't protect you, may the Forge Father do better in your afterlife then I did in you real one." Steps back to Mus'ad "May I bless your blade before you do this unwanted deed."
Mus'ad pauses for Pavok giving him a few moments to perform his blessing.
Mus'ad then moves among the half-formed anubites with a silent and grim purpose. Those that sleep are beheaded, and those that don't are cut down within their chains. While he performs the grisly work, Mus'ad does not utter a sound and nor does he leave the jail until he is sure that the work is done. Only then does he clean his blade off on one of Faznir's scarves and return to the company of Al Gasreed.
Jen manages to put all the struggling and violent anubites to sleep. Mus'ad is clean and efficient in his mercy killing. After you are finished you notice Mhykir's robes laying off to the side also. given all the anubites were of one colour it was difficult to tell them apart. Though you can be sure, it is clear Mhykir was one of these horrors also.
There is nothing of value among the shambled belongings.
The dark skinned woman remained silent as those around the fire interacted, still a bit uncomfortable that she was the only one among them who gawked like a frightened child. She began contemplating what the whole incident meant and whether or not staying with them was a good idea, considering the enemies they seem to have created while traveling these unfamiliar lands.
When Mus'ad finally wrenched the door open she joined the group in investigating the strange Anubite-chimeras that seemed to be in this small jail. She was rather confused when they were making a big deal until she began to catch on that some of their previous traveling companion, maybe even good friends, were among the chained dogs. Arik and Pavok seemed especially broken up about it.
Not really having anything to do with this, she let them have a moment of silence for their fallen comrades before offering a, "I'm sorry for your lose." It didn't sound as sympathetic as she would have liked, but she was never really good at this sort of thing. Nor was she interested in letting the sudden melancholy of the others get her in a heavy mood. There was ground to cover and they need rest. So, she returned to the fire, hoping to find a comfortable spot.
Silent and unmoving from his spot, Arik watches with no small amount of determination as Mus'ad performs his grizzly deed. Suddenly, the thought hit him, How easily could my shameless brother, Drugan share their fate?
Slowly, this sober thought fills the dwarf and when he can contain it no longer, he rushes to his bedroll where he lay sobbing until exhaustion finally releases him to sleep's embrace.
I have decided not to redux the encounter with Sennessees. While the impact it was meant to have on the players was lost, everything you needed to know was there. That said, I will assume you sleep for the night.
Pavok:
Due to todays events, I am not allowing your character the concentration needed to do your work. you do not know this place is secure and the arrival of Senessees and Pharox would have caused you some level of insecurity. If you want to do weapon mods, I will require you to have a secure setting.
It is with heavy hearts that you lay your former fellows to rest. You probably scoure the camp and clean out the fort.
You shut the main gate so nothing can get in. You ready for the night.
The night is uneventful and when day comes around, it is time to decide your next course of action.
Perception DC 20:
Senessees dropped his sword and left it when he vanished.
Sorry guys had a rough couple of days, I love working 18 hour days!Perception:1d20 ⇒ 19 Darn! Sooo Close!
As Pavok performs the rites of burial to his fallen comrades hoping the Forge Father will cure there souls in the after life. He thinks to himself, "I swear I will stop this lands corruption, and won't let this happen to any more them." He looks at the rest of his party and whispers with a clench jaw, "Never.." The paladin will take a piece of Mhykir's robe and Faznir's Turbin, "I will take these so you two can share our victory and get your vengence over the ones behind these place." After he finishes he sits back from the fire and wonders how that cursed mummy show'd appeared without his knowing, he falls asleep as he tries to figure things out.
Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20 Sweet!! I'm finding more things I can't us. XD Based on what Shanosuke said, I'm assuming we've now transitioned into morning? If not, tell me and I'll repost
Catalina is rolling up her bed roll, when she notices something gleam at her from where the ominous figure had approached them the night before. Curiosity now peaked, she abandons her bed fixings and goes to investigate. Tegan swoops past her landing by the item, and squawks defensively at it. Catalina picks up the blade and examines it closely. With a smirk, she whispers, "Well, he was an ugly creature, but at least he had good taste..." She calls Tegan to her arm as she returns to the camp.
Not sure if the atmosphere was still heavy with saddened hearts, she wondered if this would be an inappropriate time to bring up her findings. At that she lay the sword next to her bag where she also decided to keep her other discovery. She then goes back to fixing up her bed for their next plan of action.
Arik sits up in his bedroll and stretches widely, scratches his chest and, yawns. His eyes follow Catalina to the gate and back. when she plops down a sword, he can't resist.
Working on his double spear again since the nights events have past, he looks up when Arik comments on the weapon, "Yes, where did you find such an intresting piece." He'll take a closer look and just judge the craftsmanship on it.
The weapon is a Kopesh in remarkable good condition.
Pavok:
The weapon is old, ancient even but is in pristine condition. It is made of bronze and may hold additional unseen traits. You can already tell it is mastercrafted but has more to offer.
So far you all are chilling. I'm waiting to see what you all do next.
"It is a fine crafted blade you have found my dear but there is something odd about it, though thats beyond my understanding of the blade."
Pavok then stares at the strange weapon and focus's his sight too see if it threatens his group. After he finishes that, "We had a purpose clearing out this fort, we should make way to that village thats near by........though I do not remember if we know which direction it is in? Miss Catalina did you run across any settlements in your travels here? Since they might know more about the seer." After he gets a reply he'll then ask, "Arik, Samal, and Mus'ad how are your injuries? Since it is a new day I have some more healing if you need it." The human offers the group.
Doing my detect on the sword to see if evil powers are about it.
Also since I bandaged you guys up your nature healing goes up a little more during rest.
Mus'ad returns from his circuit of the compound having found no real tracks. Addressing everyone "Should we go to the village that this group held sway over? If we show that the Anubite threat is gone they may provide a reward."
"I am a bit worse for where. If I could just lay low for a few more days, I'd be fine. However, we have work to do. That being the case, I will accept the Forge Father's healing."
"I'm just going to give you a little for now and after we finish traveling, I'll see about healing you more." He uses his lay on hands on his dwarven battle brother and then looks over at his battle sister, "Samal you have been quiet, do you require healing? And what do you think of us searching for that local town?" After hearing Mus'ad add in about the town, Pavok comments back to him "Or at least proper healers and we can get them armed to protect themselves."
Catalina smiles at her find and lifts it for the others to see, "It seems our visitor from last night left us a parting present." She slips it in her nap sack "I look forward to seeing how it might assist us." She quickly finishes packing up and waits for the others.
"I came from a village not too far from here, I'm sure they'll be more than pleased with what has happened here. Pavok, before we leave..." She shows him the spear she found, "What can you tell me about this?"
"I found it among the camp yesterday." She looks at it, not really sure what to make of its value other than the fact that it looked better taken care of than those that surrounded it. "It seemed to good to pass up."
Mu'sad gives his agreement to seek out Catalina's village, and leaves the others to the investigation of the sword. He instead goes to Al Gasreed to groom his faithful camel.
Sorry for dely. Got Addicted to Mass Effect 3. Done now back to PBPs
Pavok:
You can tell the spear is great quality but doesn't quite as good as Sennessees sword. I hate that mummy's name. Can't seem to spell it just right.
Okay you guys follow Catalina to the village. With the mounts it takes half a day to get to the village. It is small agrocultural village.
You all enter the vilalge and you get quite a few stares.
As you ride into the village a single elderly man approaches you.
"Greetings. Welcome to our humble village. How did you get past the anubite raids?"
Mu'sad remains atop Al Gasreed as they approach the village, and addresses the elderly man from on high, stating simply "We did not go past, we went through... leaving them dead in our wake."
"Thank you for hospitality, as my friend stated we took out there fort slay...we took out the enemy. We left a stockpile of weapons within it. If you wish to arm your village with them me and the "mighty" Mus'ad wouldn't mind escorting as long as your local healer helps my battle brother and sister." He points to Samal and Arik.
I was hoping to get another post but I see you guys pretty much covered everything.
The man seems shocked. "You mean the anubite threat is gone for good? Then we are free! Free of both the anubites and Senessese. This calls for a celebration. My I ask the names of our heros?" his gaze sweeps the party and pauses at Samal. He takes a step back. "Is...she on your side? She won't attack us will she?"
"Of course not, Samal is one of the heroes that help liberate your town from those anubinite scum." As he boasts about Samal he pats her on the back and gives a reassuring smile to the townfolk.
"And I am Pavok Kor'tell a humble warrior of the Forge Father, Torag." He does a slight bow as he says that.
Mu'sad is relatively dismissive of the man as he dismounts and begins tending to Al Gasreed, combing out any tangles in his coat - happy to leave any discussion to the others.
Others? You mean just Pavok. Arik, Jen, and Catalina seemed to have abandoned me :(
The elder seems confused at Pavok but he calms down. "I do not know this Torag but he seems a benevolent sort sending you to liberate us from the anubite threat. Praise Torag!"
Pavok gives a smile to his friend and shispers back, "Indeed, but at least they are excepting of the Forge father."
He holds up his hammer to the crowd, "Yes praise to him for bringing us here to help you all. Come let us celebrate and I will tell you more of him and by the way do you all have a blacksmith within town?"
The man looks depressed. "We used too but he packed up and fled many years ago. His forge is in disarray and we have not the tools nor the talent in which to repair it."
Looking over these people it is clear they are nothing more than pesants and farmers. They would be worthless in any sort of fight. The village itself seems barely able to sustain itself and appears to be on its last legs.
The only individual that seems out of place is a oread male who has an excellent physique and a stern and serious expression.
After a time with his camel, Mus'ad seeks out the oread and gives him a small nod by way of greeting... waiting for the man to say the first word or make the first motion.
"Yes let us see what we can do for it, and as long as I got my apprentice with me." Pavok pats the dwarf on the back. "So your town has no other means of defense?"
If they don't have anymore questions for us, I will have them lead me to the ill-kept forge.
Catalina took a quick glance around the village. It was very small, seemingly only occupied by farmers. "I'd forgotten how small this place was," she whispers to no one in particular, "a descent reward is unlikely to be received from these villagers..." she felt slightly disappointed, but decided not to bring up, again.
The villagers didn't seem to remember her from her last visit, but at the same time she didn't remember the Oread's presence from her last visit, either. She waits for the crowd to either disband or follow the 'forge children' before approaching a village elder, "May I ask who that young man is over there? The one speaking with my companion with the camel."
The oread man simply nods. He appears to aprove of your skills. He himself stand stoic but does seem to respect your ability. Though he says nothing else.
The elder gestures to the crowd and a boy hustles over. He addresses the boy. "Yaman be a good boy and show these two men to the forge."
The boy nods cheerfully. "Yes elder." Turning to Pavok and Arik. "Come I will take you to my uncle's forge." The boy leads the way.
Pavok and Arik:
You arrive at the forge. It is covered in dust and dirt. There is a little over growth about too. It clearly has not seen use for a long time. The only tools that remain are the anvil, furnace and a smelter. Even the hammer is gone. There are no coals for which to feul the flames. To get it working you will need a source of feul for the flames, water and a water basin, and of course all the crafting and shaping tools.
Catalina:
At your question about the Oread, the elder leans in. "Don't know. He showed up here a week ago. He hasn't been to demanding and we were hoping if we were hospitible enough he would help us deal with the anubites. Now I think we will let him be." Catalina you do not remember this guy very well from when you were last here. He was real easy to ignore then as he never said nor did anything.
Mus'ad beckons Al Gasreed to follow and makes his way towards whatever looks to be the local tavern or eatery. As he moves, he looks to the Oread with a wordless invitation.
"Yamen, do you know where your uncle got his coal and fuel for the forge? I got my own tools to work with and if I can get it going make some for who ever wishes to take it over. Did your uncle teach you much about forging?" Pavoks says as he examines the forge and starts to lay out his weapons and tools. He cracks his knuckles and looks over to Arik, "Let's get to work, my battle brother."
You head to what's left of the town's dingy tavern. Once in side you find a table and take a seat. The oread joins you in the tavern. Aside from the two of you there is no one else in here. The oread makes his way into the kitchen and emerges a few moments later with two bottles.
He sets one in front of you and pops the cork on his and takes a swing. "Gan Braks. Former military major and deserter." He takes another swig and looks at you as if waiting for a response.
Pavok and Arik:
Yamen sighs. "Uncle used to use fire salts from east of Aridia before the war started. Then he had to make do with wood and whatever coals traders brought. Then the anubites came and made it dangerous to look for feul sources so he left." He looks at Pavok. "My uncle taught me a little but not much." Arik sets about cleaning up the forge. It goes rather smoothly.
Arik:
You find a dwarven pendant with your family emblem on it while cleaning.
Arik picks up a pendant from the debris of the forge and wipes away the grime.
"Torag's Beard!"
Without a word to Pavok or Yamen, Arik flies from the smithy and runs for the village elder. When he finds him, Arik interjects into whatever he is doing and takes him by the shirt.
"The dwarf who had this!? Where is he? He is my size, with a beard. WHERE IS HE?"
Hello everyone and welcome. This is our discussion board. Here I have a bit of a treat for those who made it. You can choose either to start with a hero point or trade it in to add 10 ability score points to buy extra points.
If you take the six points, you can disperse them as you choose among your abilities. You cannot use these to raise an ability score above 18 unless your race ability puts it above 18.
Most of you have alias's already, those who don't should make them. You will be allowed to make any changes to your classes or some slight character adjustments due to the ability score change. Please try and keep your character's plots intact though. Your personalities and backgrounds were the main motivator's for most of you. If you want to change your class completely, ask me first. I doubt most of you will change classes though, its just something I'm willing to allow before the game starts.
I will need copies of your completed stat blocks. The following have backgrounds I'd like to use in the campaign:
Lyric, Mhykir, Fanzir, Jen, Arik, and Pavak
Mus'ad:
(If you joined I got a good idea for you too. Ok) You can show up at anytime.
I will talk with each of you about some modification I'd like to make so your backstory can meld into the campaign. Once each of you has posted ready to go, We will begin. I'd like to start Sunday afternoon, but I am going to wait until everyone (except Mus'ad posts here)
ARIK BRYN CR 1/2
Male Dwarf Barbarian (Brutal Pugilist) 1
NG Medium Humanoid (Dwarf)
Hero Points 1
Init +3; Senses Darkvision (60 feet); Perception +7
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DEFENSE
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AC 13, touch 13, flat-footed 10 (+3 Dex)
hp 15 (1d12+3)
Fort +5, Ref +3, Will +3
Defensive Abilities Defensive Training
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OFFENSE
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Spd 30 ft.
Melee Unarmed Strike +4 (1d3+3/20/x2)
Melee Crowbar +4 (1d6+4/20/2)
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STATISTICS
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Str 17, Dex 17, Con 16, Int 13, Wis 16, Cha 11
Base Atk +1; CMB +4; CMD 17
Feats Catch Off-Guard
Traits Sacred Touch, Lost Loved One
Skills Acrobatics +7, Diplomacy +4, Handle Animal +4, Knowledge: Nature +5, Perception +7, Survival +7 Modifiers Craftsmanship
Languages Common, Dwarven, Orc
SQ Fast Movement +10 (Ex), Hardy, Hatred, Hero Points (0), Rage (7 rounds/day) (Ex), Slow and Steady, Stability, Stonecunning +2
Other Gear Backpack (empty), Bedroll, Blanket, winter, Casting Powder, Crowbar, Flint and steel, Rope, hempen (50 ft.), Sack (empty), Shaving kit, Spade or shovel, String (50'), Waterskin (2), Wine (Fine, bottle)
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TRACKED RESOURCES
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Rage (7 rounds/day) (Ex) - 0/7
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SPECIAL ABILITIES
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Catch Off-Guard Proficient with improvised melee weapons. Unarmed opponents are flat-footed against your improvised weapons.
Craftsmanship +2 for Craft or Profession checks to create objects from metal or stone.
Darkvision (60 feet) You can see in the dark (black and white vision only).
Defensive Training +4 dodge bonus to AC against monsters of the Giant type.
Fast Movement +10 (Ex) +10 feet to speed, unless heavily loaded.
Hardy +2 racial bonus to Poison, Spells and Spell-Like effects.
Hatred +1 racial bonus to attacks against Orcs and Goblinoids.
Hero Points (0) Hero Points can be spent at any time to grant a variety of bonuses.
Rage (7 rounds/day) (Ex) +4 Str, +4 Con, +2 to Will saves, -2 to AC when enraged.
Sacred Touch You were exposed to a potent source of positive energy as a child, perhaps by being born under the right cosmic sign, or maybe because one of your parents was a gifted healer. As a standard action, you may automatically stabilize a dying creature mer
Slow and Steady Your base speed is never modified by encumbrance.
Stability +4 to avoid being bull rushed or tripped while standing.
Stonecunning +2 +2 bonus to Perception vs unusual stonework. Free check within 10 feet.
Hello everyone! I can't say how grateful I am to take part in what sounds to be one of the coolest campaigns ever!
For Shanosuke:
When Yalandere accepts Arik into the expedition...
Upon hearing the elven master's words, Arik's countenance explodes into a beaming smile.
Infinite thanks my lord! You will not regret it.
Arik then produces a small wine bottle from his pack. The Elf can plainly see that this is easily the most expensive thing Arik owns.
Moreover, it's actually on my character sheet and I did, in fact, sink the 10gp into it though I only had 30gp to begin with.
On my soul I swear to serve you wholly until such time that you release me or death take me. I ask only that, should we find him, you allow me to reclaim my brother Drugan: be he living or dead. I offer this Elvish wine as a token of my sincerity and loyalty.
Welcome aboard. I liked your story, I am currently adding some sidequests into the campaign based on your backstories. For you it involves the fate of your character's brother Drugan.
I'm please you liked it. I've been rolling this character around for a while now but I never thought I'd get to play it because of the alignment restrictions. It was fun to put together such an unusual character.
Shanosuke:
Did the story really make you tear up? When I read it aloud to my wife after I wrote it, we both were misty eyed too.
I'm please you liked it. I've been rolling this character around for a while now but I never thought I'd get to play it because of the alignment restrictions. It was fun to put together such an unusual character.
** spoiler omitted **
Honestly once I read the story in more depth I felt attached to your character. So yes it did touch me. It was why I chose you. Plus I did want to see if the Barbarian/monk combo would work too.
Can I trade in some ability points for extra gold? I didn't have enough for barding on Al Gasreed, and would prefer a more expensive weapon than the spear I have currently...
once everyone has posted ready. I'd like to start as soon as I can. preferably around 3 o' Clock central.
I do need to cover how combat will run. For the first few combats, we'll do it by descriptions. I post each round and wait for for everyone to take an actions. I will arrange actions in accordance to initiative. Once I get my camera working, I will be taking pictures of the battlefield layout each round and posting them for you guys to see. I will ask around for around for other ideas on how to run combat. If any of you have some good ideas, let me know.
I accept skill checks for anything. If you feel the need to make a skill check for something, feel free to take it. I made this campaign myself and can pretty much adapt to whatever my players decide to do. So it's pretty flexible. Though the main plot will still be there to complete.
Can I trade in some ability points for extra gold? I didn't have enough for barding on Al Gasreed, and would prefer a more expensive weapon than the spear I have currently...
How much gold would 5 ability points get me?
I'm feeling extra generous. You all get paid in advance. 250pg each to spend before the caravan leaves, how does that sound.
Howdy all, and thank you Shanosuke for choosing me, I'm really looking forwards to this :)
I've taken the ability scores, as my dice rolls sucked, and used it primarily to beef up my cha a bit, hopefully this link works to my character sheet, and the extra money was useful, I've picked up a camel and some rations, which'll help. If you approve of the character sheet then I'm ready to go, otherwise let me know and I'll tweak it.
Oh, oops, forgot to actually show what i've changed score wise. I've gone from 15-2=13(racial modifier) to 18-2=16(racial modifier), taking up all 10 points.
Ok, changes as follows for the additional ability points:
Increased Con to 14 (5pts)
Increased Dex to 16 (3pts)
Increased Wis to 14 (2pts)
Doh! - forgot about racial mods. That'll change things.
Increasing Con to 15 from 12 - 5pts (making it 13 post mod)
Increasing Dex to 14 from 13 - 2pts (making it 16 post mod)
Increasing Wis to 14 from 13 - 2pts
Increasing Int to 13 from 12 - 1pt (making it 15 post mod)
@ Arik - Barbarian / Monk does sound like an awesome mix. Are you planning to play the rage as a traditional frothing mouth? - or more a cold fury?
To be honest, I haven't quite worked it out yet. I think his rage will depend on the situation. If it's an emotional situation it will likely be uncontrolled and reckless; if not, cold fury is a good description.
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Appropriation of gold:
Potion of CLW x3
Potion of Endure Elements x2
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Also, I added a physical description under Arik's profile. Just click his name to find out a bit about him!
Finished Pavok, let me know if I missed anything. Also Pavok passes on the 250gp since he paid for his job and doesn't need to take the caravan's money if they insist divide it up among the group evenly.
To be honest, I haven't quite worked it out yet. I think his rage will depend on the situation. If it's an emotional situation it will likely be uncontrolled and reckless; if not, cold fury is a good description.
Are you aware of Flow? Always thought it would be a good Barb type concept to have a rage simulate flow - and probably gels with the Monk side too.
@ Shanosuke - Mus'ad should be ready to ride out. Have updated to suit the 10 extra ability points and 250gp boon. Also added a short description into the profile, though will repeat it in character when it's time for introductions.
Are we going to be required to track food usage, etc? - or is the expedition going to have extra pack animals for feed?
I'll take the ability score. Good oppertunity to get a decent casting stat. And if it's possible, I'd like to get a camel with my monies. It can be non-combat trained (aka not really have stats), just something to ride on since she's kinda tired of walking.
Jen
Female Tiefling Witch 1
CG Medium Native Outsider (Tiefling)
Hero Points 0
Init +3; Senses Darkvision (60 feet); Perception +4
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DEFENSE
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AC 13, touch 13, flat-footed 10 (+3 Dex)
hp 10 (1d6+3)
Fort +2, Ref +3, Will +3
Defensive Abilities
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OFFENSE
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Spd 30 ft.
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STATISTICS
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Str 10, Dex 16, Con 14, Int 19, Wis 12, Cha 10
Base Atk +0; CMB +0; CMD 13
Feats Extra Hex
Traits Hunted, Infernal Bastard
Skills Knowledge: Arcana +8, Knowledge: History +8, Knowledge: Nature +8, Perception +2, Spellcraft +8, UMD +4, Stealth +8 MODIFIERS Cat, Skilled
Languages Common, Abyssal, Infernal, Elven, Draconic, Dwarven
Level 1: 1 + 1 [Int]
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SPECIAL ABILITIES
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•Senses: Tieflings have darkvision (60 feet.)
•Skilled: Tieflings have a +2 racial bonus on Bluff and Stealth checks.
Spell-Like Ability: Tieflings can use Penumbra (Cantrip) at will as a spell-like ability. The caster level for this ability equals the tiefling's class level
•Fiendish Resistance: Tieflings have +2 saving throws against cold, electricity, and fire
Agility Patron
Hexes:
Slumber
Misfortune
Spells "known"
Level 0
All
Level 1
Bungle
Burning Hands
Charm Person
Cure Light Wounds
Mage Armor
Ray of Enfeeblement
Unseen Servant
Witch's familliar
Cat CR 1/4
XP 100
N Tiny animal
Init +2; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +5
DEFENSE AC 15, touch 14, flat-footed 13 (+2 Dex, +2 size, +1 Nat Arm)
hp 4 (Half Master)
Fort +1, Ref +4, Will +1
OFFENSE Speed 30 ft.
Melee 2 claws +4 (1d2–4), bite +4 (1d3–4)
Space 2-1/2 ft.; Reach 0 ft.
STATISTICS Str 3, Dex 15, Con 8, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 7
Base Atk +0; CMB +0; CMD 6 (10 vs. trip)
Feats Weapon Finesse
Skills Climb +6, Perception +5, Stealth +14; Racial Modifiers +4 Climb, +4 Stealth
Re-reading over the spoiler in your first post here - was that an invitation to rock up once the expedition was underway? If so, I can work with that - if not, then I'll kick off at the start with everyone else.
Just a quick FYI as well - I'm in a training course all this week, so will only be online in the evenings. You'll still get a 1/day out of me though.
Just a quick FYI as well - I'm in a training course all this week, so will only be online in the evenings. You'll still get a 1/day out of me though.
That's fine. It's been a bust week. Mus'ad would have heard a rumor that Yalandere was looking to have him join the caravan and he will show in just in time before the caravan leaves.
Ok, were just waiting on Lyric and Fanzir.
Mus'ad, Arik, Mhykir, Pavak, and Jen. Glad you all can make it. Once I get a final post from the other two, we will start. In the mean time, I'm going to load all of you into my hero lab program. I will inform you when you level. I'd like to start today but I need to hear from the other two first. Atleast try and make sure you post once a day and we'll be moving right along.
Are there any differences between normal DnD combat and Play by post combat? This is my first PbP campaign, so it is new to me.
Initiative order and posting order can make things a bit confusing at times but I will attempt to make adjustments to each round once everyone has posted. Combat can be slow at times and I will try to give everyone a heads up when a planned combat encounter is due. I want to see if I can find a time were we will get everyone able to post at the same time. During a combat, everyone posts their initiative and then their first actions. I will describe your options to each of you. As soon as I get this camera program I have working, I will start posting a battle map each round with everyone's positions. (I need to find a site to post it on though.) I should have that set by the end of the week. The map will show everyone's positions.
This is what your combat round should look like:
Yalandere moved to the closest goblin and swung his sword at it.
Move to goblin No 3. and attack. 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 121d10 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5
Everyone's actions should look something like that. Now to avoid re-posting actions due to initiative order vs. posting order, when you post, make sure to see what else who has already posted and what they are currently doing or leave your action open ended for me to adjust as necessary. Or post two or more options. I will make sure to post everyone's initiative order so you know who goes before you. Assume that the foes nearest to you will move to attack you.
If there are any other questions, or things are unclear, please ask. I want to make sure were all on the same page once we start. If any of you have advice, please tell me. I want this to be fun.
I did hear it suggested that some people use Google Docs for PbP battle maps, whip up an excel file and make it public or something. I haven't looked closely into it so I'm not sure exactly how to do it, just throwing it out there.
Shanosuke - my character sheet is in my profile. Should show up if you click on me :)
Ok thanks. Now, thats it for all who are present. I'm still waiting on Lyric and Fanzir to post. I will probably start the campaign around midnight central time zone. I know that's a bit late but I want to give Lyric and Fanzir as much time as I can to give me they're details. They will still be able to join whenever they're ready.
I am here. Sorry. My general exams for my Ph.D. are due at 9am tomorrow so I am spending the day putting final touches on it. I will throw up my character sheet and the final details tonight or tomorrow early. I am excited.
I am here. Sorry. My general exams for my Ph.D. are due at 9am tomorrow so I am spending the day putting final touches on it. I will throw up my character sheet and the final details tonight or tomorrow early. I am excited.
Oh a Ph.D? Well then. Best of luck on your exams. you can submit your character sheet when you're ready but I will open the PBP tonight like I had planned. You wont miss anything too important. I just needed confirmation that you were still with us.
Hey hey it's Faznir (nor Fazrin actually!) here. I'll whip up an alias right away. Would you or the other players mind if I changed from Bard to Sorcerer? I wouldn't mind it one way or the other, but it fits my background a little better. About stats, I think I actually want to lower one or two scores (Strenght in special comes to light), but I think I'll take the extra points to buff Intelligence and Charisma.
Hey Shanosuke I was wondering if I could add something to my background, sorry its a little into the story but I thought of it today and really want to use it. I want Pavok to take on the Torag Pilgrimage known as the Forged Blade March.
Forged Blade March:
This ancient pilgrimage is preformed by a servant of Torag when they feel they must atone for there misgivings or to help them find what path they should take in there current time of confusion. The Forged Blade March is a journey to lands unknown to the follower, they must only carry weapons and armor that they forged themselves or in battle. The paladin can never purchase a weapon or armor, they must only create them or take them from a warrior they have defeated in combat. They can offer there weapons to others, but can’t take one from there allies. The only weapons they can accept from another is from one they defeated in battle and that being only what the enemy is currently equipped with. Whenever the paladin kills another he must leave one of his weapons on the enemies’ dead body to bless the land the two fought on. The warrior does this until he has gotten his vision or message from the Master in Stone.
All of pavok's weapons were created by himself, that’s why he has such a weird assortment and he earned his chain shirt and 2 saps in battle with a random bandits. Let me know if its cool, it doesn't give me any bonuses it’s just something I like to follow it will make things more interesting for me as Pavok. If you got any questions let me know
Hey Shanosuke I was wondering if I could add something to my background, sorry its a little into the story but I thought of it today and really want to use it. I want Pavok to take on the Torag Pilgrimage known as the Forged Blade March.
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All of pavok's weapons were created by himself, that’s why he has such a weird assortment and he earned his chain shirt and 2 saps in battle with a random bandits. Let me know if its cool, it doesn't give me any bonuses it’s just something I like to follow it will make things more interesting for me as Pavok. If you got any questions let me know
Okay, here are some additional rules for how I plan to run online games. Since I am still fairly new to this method of DMing, I have decided to make some changes based on how the prologue went.
You roll for hit points. If d6s or d8s roll a one, reroll, if d10s roll a 1 or 2, reroll, and if a d12 rolls a 1,2, or 3. Then reroll. Also you have gained two hero points each. One for leveling, one for completing the prologue. You can use these to reroll any dice, even hit points.
Also I'm going to start running combat two rounds at a time. I will be posting a map one a different website to show everyone where everything is. Also when you post in combat, I want you to to post in big and bold at the top of your posts what round your action is taking place. I will will arrange your actions in order of initiatives and may alter some of your actions depending upon what has changed before your turn.
I will allow no more than one advance post from each of you. Post your action for the current round and the next. Again I will personally alter actions based on weather things change. This method should keep battle going much faster. Usually most conflicts last 4 to 8 rounds tops, if everyone posts in this fashion, we should complete each combat within three to four days.
Another thing. Since combat is slow, I don't want it to be sought after. Therefore I will be awarding levels in mass effect style. Every time you complete a main plot objective, you will level, such as the prologue. For every five sub plots you complete will also be worth a level. So that being said, there will be few to no random encounters and when you have to fight it will usually be a preplanned battle.
In all situations, get creative. Don't resort to hostilities every chance you get. I hold a high emphasis on skill usage and It makes roleplaying a lot easier. This should make the game run smoother and have less complications.
Again if no one posts within three day without word, then I will have to remove them from the campaign. Are there any questions?
Just as a note, I've just started a full time job (Broke my 9 month unemployement draught :D:D:D), however I always check my PC before I go to work, and afterwards, so I'll be able to keep up no problems, I just wont be on when the bulk of posts seem to be made.
Sorry for the delay, I'm having a hard time with college finals and trying to find a time to redo my sheet. Will finish it by tomorrow.
edit: Sheet done. Will try to focus on buff spells (to cover for the lost bard), but the first level is terribly absent on those. So expect haste/stats, etc :)
