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So I've made my final change. I found Lythertida, the goddess of idealism, potential, and young death.
There's even less information on Listerine than on your last deity!
To me, that's a plus. I'm looking forward to writing up Vildeis' paladin code.
Given how skills in general are going to be rough on us, I figure that this will help up shore up that deficiency. Especially as we level up, as this bonus will only grow.
Related to that, I'm considering becoming the party's trap disarmer. (Not really, unless one of your PCs have much better Perception that Davok does.)
Anyway, between the Gameplay post I just made and what I've said about Davok's background in this thread, I really don't have anything new to add to his character sheet. I will write it up when I get a chance. I'm ready to start.
Aye, it’s sometimes nice not having too much on a deity. Less constraining. Though prestidigitation is needed for Listerine. As the goddess of minty breath she demands much from her paladins.
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And nice feat! It’s very flavorful. A straightforward way to handle locked and trapped chests. Plus for a skill point starved party, it allows disable device with only 1 skill point.
Aye, it’s sometimes nice not having too much on a deity. Less constraining. Though prestidigitation is needed for Listerine. As the goddess of minty breath she demands much from her paladins.
But that's better than when you were worshipping Katydid. Proper camoflage can be very feat intensive.
And nice feat! It’s very flavorful. A straightforward way to handle locked and trapped chests. Plus for a skill point starved party, it allows disable device with only 1 skill point.
IF our low-perception party detects it.
Hold up! Davok is a half orc?
“Fey Thoughts (1 RP): Select two of the following skills: Acrobatics, Bluff, Climb, Diplomacy, Disguise, Escape Artist, Fly, Knowledge (nature), Perception, Perform, Sense Motive, Sleight of Hand, Stealth, Swim, or Use Magic Device. The selected skills are always class skills for the character. This trait replaces racial weapon familiarity.”
There we go! Perception as a class skill. You really can be out trapfinder. :)
Weapon familiarity doesn’t do that much as a paladin. Couple this with your Wis13 and Davok will have a pretty decent perception.
Oh, dang...
Yeah, I knew about the racial trait, but when I reviewed it, I didn't have a build in mind, and I certainly wasn't thinking of shoring up any overall party skill deficiencies. So I hadn't thought about it until Kaeldron reminded me of it.
I was toying with the idea of going for a crit build and using a falchion, but I went and did this, and aside from Alistair, Davok will be the only one with a Perception score worth anything, so I'll go ahead and switch out the racial trait. (My second skill for that trait will be Swim because it synergizes with Davok's Endurance feat.)
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Hahaha! That feat is awesome. Love it.
Also, Whoah! Nice chart! I find it HILARIOUS that we're about to go fight demons and none of us put a rank into Knowledge (planes).
You’d really think that’d be a class skill, right?
This is one of the few times that the improvisation feat tree looks really tempting.
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Either that or this:
https://www.d20pfsrd.com/classes/core-classes/paladin/archetypes/paizo-pala din-archetypes/faithful-wanderer-paladin-archetype/
4 skill points per level, with perception and knowledge planes as class skills.
Sadly it doesn’t fit the character I plan on playing.
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Well, maybe you can do that after our (un?)likely TPK.
This is the least likely party to TPK. Everyone will have good saves and self healing. As long as we act carefully and rationally we’ll be fine.
<looks at the party again>
Hmm...
Yes... rationally...
I will definitely be doing that...
(NOT)
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We don't need to know the demon to smite the demon. :D
Bringing the party together. It wouldn’t do to have us start this adventure while being part of two separate scenes. :)
Can we hear Claire’s familiar?
Oh, yeah! It speaks common and has a voice like a little boy. And neither tact nor manners (obviously).
Brilliant. :D Claire and Alistair are glorious, and it is great that we can hear them both.
And Kaeldron, good idea and it fits together well!
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So, the adventure will be starting soon. But we have this competition to do. I've come up with some very basic rules if you'd all like to play along.
Crusaders, paladins, warriors, mercenaries and city-folk have all come together for this great celebration. Several competition are being held. Tests of skill and strength for the joy of the crowds and to build morale. Priests of Iomodae, as well as retired (and often crippled) crusaders have been chosen to judge those who attend. For those who do well, small prizes are handed out. Everyone is allowed to try *once* at a competition, and only once.
Every contest allows earning up to 4 points. The prizes are all given by the church of Iomodae, and are as such:
Prizes
1 point: A necklace with a small sword pendant
2 points: A necklace with a sword and sun pendant
3 points: A necklace with a lion pendant
4 points: A necklace with a shard of marble from Gundrun hanging from itWhile the prizes were designed to increase crusader morale and devotion to Iomodae, among most in the city they are but badges of honor. Proof used when bragging about one's skill at arms, and thus, worth to the crusade. The number, and 'quality' of necklaces one has is something taken far too seriously by some within the crusade.
Swordplay
A very subjective contest, but a crowd favorite. Here, warriors must show a display of arms to impress an always present crowd.
* 1d20+BaB+Str or Dex Mod + Cha Mod
* DC 15: 1 point
* DC 18: 2 points
* DC 21: 3 points
* DC 24: 4 pointsIt is judged by a crotchety old veteran who lost his legs fighting demons. Each year he is there, and it is well known that the cheering of the crowd influences his decision.
Endurance
Outside the temple is a large sword. So large, in fact, that no man has ever wielded it. This symbol of Iomodae is as heavy as it is large. The final contest is to hold it above one's head for as long as possible...
* DC 15 Str test to pick it up: 1 point
* If picked up, 1d20+con mod to hold it for as long as you can manage
* DC 10: 2 points
* DC 15: 3 points
* DC 20: 4 pointsThis is judged by a priestess of Iomodae, who ensures that nothing sacrilegious happens to the sword.
Archery
A dummy has been set up, that is designed to look like a stereotypical demon. Every crusader is allowed *one* shot at it with a bow.
* Hitting the Target's Chest (hit AC12): 1 point
* Hitting the Target's Heart (hit AC 15): 2 points
* Hitting the Target's Head (hit AC 18): 3 points
* Hitting the Target's Neck (hit AC 20): 4 pointsIt is judged by a captain of the city's defense force. This year it is a one-eyed archer, who, because of his injury, now trains new recruits. He is still a skilled bowman, but nowhere near what he used to be before a demon took his eye and left a scar running from the top of his head down to his chin.
And there would be our contest. Three tests for each character to take part in. Something fun to write up while we wait for the campaign to start.
One test geared towards ranged characters. One test geared towards melee characters. One test that is equal for everyone. A total of 12 possible points. May the best roller win.
What do you all think?
I like it! I'm game.
Awesome!
Did some light editing to the DCs to make sure that they are all something that can realistically be reached by all of us. I think that it is done, and the competitions are as fair as I can make them.
Awesome.
I've come to realise that Fredric is pretty single-minded, but is actually curious about what is around him. He's far better at assessing people than surroundings though!
Frederic, we seem to have posted at the same time. Would you like me to retcon my post if you aren't ready for a scene change?
Nah, it's good. The others can post flashbacks if they feel inclined. :)
With VMC, there won't be another feat til 5th level. But likely getting exotic weapon proficiency (bastard sword). Not to pick up a shield, mind. But to get an even larger bastard sword. :D -2 to hit, but 2D8 base damage. Technically, not as optimal as a greatsword or falchion, but I love the idea and it still works fine as a weapon of choice.
Your rage gives +2 hit, which cancels the oversized penalty. That should work out well, as if will show that one has to be very strong (and angry) to effectively use such an oversized weapon.
Hope you all don’t mind my amateur gming for the competition, but it’s proving to be quite fun.
Also...I’m worried. I’ve rolled a 20,20,19 so far. When this campaign starts I’ll have used up all of my luck!
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Hope you all don’t mind my amateur gming for the competition, but it’s proving to be quite fun.
No, you're doing great!
I think you mentioned that you've started or are otherwise familiar with this AP, so I've been assuming that you're not setting anything up to make it hard for DBH to start.
Also...I’m worried. I’ve rolled a 20,20,19 so far. When this campaign starts I’ll have used up all of my luck!
Ware karma.
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When the crowd starts to boo at Claire, Alistair takes flight, picks her biggest naysayers out of the crowd, and rains righteous poop down on them from the skies!
Righteous poop! A true paladin!
"Yeah. Reeeeeeal nice, toots. I like that."
Judging from his gaze, it's highly unlikely he's looking at the pendant at all.
Oh. Nevermind.
@Davok: Thank you!
I’ve done the opening part 3 times. The campaigns keep dying right after that. I’m really glad to be in this group, as I’d really like to see what happens next.
As is, so long as we are here around this location the campaign will start perfectly fine. My idea on this competition just gives us something to do while waiting.
I'm loving the competition idea, and the characters are quality. Group is reliable, so I have high hopes to see this through. :D
This has gone much faster than I thought it would. You guys are awesome.
Even though *some of you* are burning your bad dice rolls now. Which is completely unfair. My rolling has been amazing, and I just know it means that the first combat will go south. If this was in person I’d be switching dice when the campaign starts...
Hope you all don’t mind my amateur gming for the competition, but it’s proving to be quite fun.No, you're doing great!
I think you mentioned that you've started or are otherwise familiar with this AP, so I've been assuming that you're not setting anything up to make it hard for DBH to start.
I haven't really had a chance to properly read the posts but you guys seem to be having fun.
@Dovak I know I'm being an absentee GM currently but if you've set up to replace me with DBH at keast give me a heads up so I can roll up a paladin.
Yeah, I was expecting this to take days. I'm feeling lucky that I had some time this evening. Have stuffed pretty much every book I could find into things.
I haven't really had a chance to properly read the posts but you guys seem to be having fun.
You are in for a treat! Haha. Can't wait till you get us started.
@Dovak I know I'm being an absentee GM currently but if you've set up to replace me with DBH at keast give me a heads up so I can roll up a paladin.
D'oh!
Sorry, I had just finished reading a post in that campaign. Also, I'm just pretty terrible in general.
Results!
Name: Swordplay + Strength + Archery
Claire: 3 + 1 + 0 = 4
Davok: 3 + 3 + 1 = 7
Frederic: 0 + 0 + 0 = 0
Kaeldron: 4 + 2 + 2 = 8
Sariel: 0 + 0 + 2 = 2
Yeah, low rolls definitely hurt. They weren't really reflective of ability.
All bow before my ability to rolls 20s!!!
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We kick things off tomorrow!
Huzzah!
Can’t wait!
Oh, yeah!
It begins!
This is all going to happen super quick so as soon as someone posts I'll respond. There's not much time for our new heroes to react. Anyone who doesn't get to respond is no doubt saving small children as I'll note. We're on a little rail roady bit to get you guys on course!
No worries, fast paced sets the scene!
"It's you..."
He crawls to his feet, still struggling to believe what's happened. Instinctively, he draws his bow, eyeing the spider with apprehension.
"You're alive. We're alive."
Davok turned to see who Sariel was talking to, and then starts in surprise at the monstrous form.
"You know this being, Sir Sariel?"
Sariel was talking to the PCs, not the spider thingy :).
Damn. So it isn’t your friend? That changes things!
Yeah, I was looking forward to a hidden backstory. :)
Having looked at the discussion thread first, this is even funnier. :D