GM Sparrowhawk's What Prestige is Worth (Inactive)

Game Master Bristor



Maps and Handouts

Feel free to dot into Gameplay and we'll get started in a bit.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

Im going to put this up for quick reference, because my character is build around feinting from range

DC to feint in combat
10 + Enemy's BAB + Enemy's Wis
or
10 + Enemy's Sense Motive

Modifiers
+4 to DC if enemy is non-humanoid
+8 to DC if enemy has INT </= 2
mindless foes cannot be feinted

I have the ranged feint and greater feint feats
If I successfully feint the enemy is flat footed against all my attacks and melee attacks of my team until the beginning of my next turn (ranged attacks by teammates do not get the benefit)
also I can sneak attack from >30ft

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

So, there's a spell from Planar Adventures that might take some of the sting out of the strongly aligned nature of Hell.

Talisman of Repreive

(I found it while I was looking for some other talismans.)

It's a 5th-level cleric spell, so a scroll is 1,1,25 gp, I think, and would last for 90 minutes. Thoughts? I'm also willing to take the -4 on things because we are in Hell, and it's supposed to be tough, but Nellie is only a marginally-skilled character, so that's going to hurt my usefulness a bit.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

I think Im just going to take the penalty
my character does not have much in the way of funds

The Exchange

”Kjetil” | Male N Half-Orc Magus 8 | HP 59/59 | AC 19, T 12, FF 18 | CMB +9 CMD 21 | F +10 R +6 W +9 | Init +5 | Perc +0 SM +0 | Speed 30ft | arcane pool 14/14 | Active Conditions: None

Yeah, I'll just take the penalty as well, is my thought.

Brian - just as a heads up, i have the scabbard of many blades (or something like that) and the quick draw feet which allows me to hold a bunch of weapons and wands and the like (i think up to 7), draw them as a free action and sheath or swap weapons as a swift. I guess it doesn't say in the description that you can sheath as a swift, but I figure if i can swap as a swift it makes sense, and I can always put a couple of sticks in there and "swap" to one of them and drop it if we feel the need to play it strictly as written.

let me know if you have any questions, and I'll mention when it comes into play


Maps and Handouts

That all sounds fine - I see what you are saying about swift sheathe. Do note however that it explicitly cannot hold wands, only rods and staves.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None
GM Sparrowhawk wrote:
That all sounds fine - I see what you are saying about swift sheathe. Do note however that it explicitly cannot hold wands, only rods and staves.

I hope you werent waiting for me. I’m fine with the penalty.


Maps and Handouts

I'll move it forward later tonight or tomorrow.

The Exchange

”Kjetil” | Male N Half-Orc Magus 8 | HP 59/59 | AC 19, T 12, FF 18 | CMB +9 CMD 21 | F +10 R +6 W +9 | Init +5 | Perc +0 SM +0 | Speed 30ft | arcane pool 14/14 | Active Conditions: None

i hadn't noticed the wands issue (lame), but i have wrist sheaths from before i had the scabbard, so i'll just use them again.

i'll start with a true strike wand in each


Maps and Handouts

Ok, so another wrinkle for you to consider. Given PbP, I'm just going to lay this out transparently:

Dis is massive, and despite its orderly layout, the city favors those who can fly or teleport. Navigating from one major site to another takes 3 hours. One PC can take the lead in navigating, attempting a DC 20 Knowledge (planes) or Survival check to reduce that journey’s travel time to 2 hours. If the check exceeds the DC by 10 or more, reduce the travel time to 1 hour. You can aid this check as well.

By spending an hour looking for a guide, the PCs can find and hire Artylget (LE male imp), who recently returned to Dis after the death of his master, the self-styled “Zarkimon the Omnipotent.” Having recently escorted Zarkimon’s damned soul from Pharasma’s court to Hell, Artylget is now between assignments. He charges 50 gp in advance for 8 hours of service as a guide. His bonus on Knowledge (planes) checks is +15.

So, decide what you want to do about navigation.

Also, in terms of decision making and moving forward: Normally for small choices I'll move once a decision is suggested and then ratified by a 2nd person. Normally for big decisions, I'd want everyone to chime in, but since Robin has played before, I'll basically do 2 out of 3 wins (although Robin you should still RP in, and if it involves a part you didn't do, which is possible with this scenario, then just let me know).

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Looks like Kjetil would be a decent guide around Hell, though hiring the imp would be better considering the penalties we are taking.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

Antonaides will splash out the 50 gp to hire Artylget and can assist the imp on planes checks.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

Sounds good
Dasha will throw in 25g

The Exchange

”Kjetil” | Male N Half-Orc Magus 8 | HP 59/59 | AC 19, T 12, FF 18 | CMB +9 CMD 21 | F +10 R +6 W +9 | Init +5 | Perc +0 SM +0 | Speed 30ft | arcane pool 14/14 | Active Conditions: None

Kjetil will chip in for the guide as well and can use his +12 (after the -4) planes checks when he's not around


Maps and Handouts

So, if everyone is ok with it, I'll roll skill checks and such when it will help move things along as in the most recent post, but in general I'll avoid rolling saves for you. Unless you don't care - but I like you to be in control for major ones so you can decide about folio rerolls and use of other boons.


Maps and Handouts

And I'm sorry I keep spelling it Djetil not Kjetil.

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

That's fine on the skill checks. Roll away!

(Also, Will saves are going to be brutal in this. Darn my chaotic nature!)

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

All good, Bri. Happy to proceed as you deem best.


Maps and Handouts

Robin and Alex, can you please fill in the info on Slide #3.

Also, I've added a slide (now #4) where I'll put images of NPCs when I have them.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

When you get a chance, could you resend me the link. I can't seem to find it

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None
Dasha Verkhovtseva wrote:
When you get a chance, could you resend me the link. I can't seem to find it

It’s the “Maps and Handouts” hyperlink under Brian’s name in his latest post ^^^


Maps and Handouts

Apologies, sick child and wife and start of semester means not much time. Hope to meaningfully move us along tomorrow.


Maps and Handouts

I don't want to force your hand, but I fear I haven't been clear. Zarta will conduct other investigations for you, but you need to check in with her to learn what she knows and to decide where to send her next. Or you can have her accompany you. She does want to updated, as well. You can tell her to meet you at Widow's Cry if you'd like to save time.

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Ah, let's do that then. I thought we were just going to meet up at the end.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

^^^^


Maps and Handouts

Update tomorrow.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

Sorry, I didnt realize I posted twice
Tried to edit my post and I guess I re-posted it?
Not trying to cheat


Maps and Handouts

No worries! The boards have had an issue where after you post it doesn't appear right away. I've even had it not sow when I reload the page, but then it does turn up.


Maps and Handouts

Alex and I have been texting, but let's use wisdom of the crowd:

1) Does blind impact saving throws? I can't see that it does by the rules.

2) Aqueous Orb can't fly, right?

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism
GM Sparrowhawk wrote:

Alex and I have been texting, but let's use wisdom of the crowd:

1) Does blind impact saving throws? I can't see that it does by the rules.

2) Aqueous Orb can't fly, right?

I agree with you on these. Blind says that it affects AC and skills, but doesn't mention saving throws. Aqueous orbs "roll."

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

ditto.

Seems like blindness would affect Reflex saves but it's not in the rules


Maps and Handouts

This offer from Rowane doesn't really change things, it's just there to provide an alternative to working directly for a devil, which I guess they thought some ppl would not like. You can basically do both - work with Vetrivides and get what she wants to, so up to you but just wanted to say its not a big deal either way.

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Far be it from me to pass up an opportunity for breaking and entering, but I'm fine with whatever everyone wants to do.


Maps and Handouts

You'll be headed into Leventi's "house" either way :)


Maps and Handouts

Checking in: are folks busy, or is this one of those decision points that cause a silent period b/c people don't know what to do or are waiting for others to act? I can push it forward, just need someone to chime in.

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Sorry, was a little at a loss for what to say. I'm down with anything that messes with our target.

The Exchange

”Kjetil” | Male N Half-Orc Magus 8 | HP 59/59 | AC 19, T 12, FF 18 | CMB +9 CMD 21 | F +10 R +6 W +9 | Init +5 | Perc +0 SM +0 | Speed 30ft | arcane pool 14/14 | Active Conditions: None

I'm always cool with pushing forward for sure.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

Sorry, I've been on double shifts/hosting a visit from F's father. I was also a little unclear about the plot ramifications of our visit to the queen, but it seems like we're motoring on.


Maps and Handouts

Just a little behind the curtain, if you made both checks the Erinyes would fight with you. If you made neither, it fights against you. You went 1 for 2 so it sits it out.

It says explicitly in the scenario that the time lapses, spells should fade as appropriate, and you reroll intiitative. So playing it as written.

Also, if you had visited the Hellknights that gives you a way to sway the archer to quit, and if you had bought her contract you could control the melee fighter. You do now have Narsino on your side.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

Lesson: always buy souls when you have the chance


Maps and Handouts

Hectic day will move us to next round tomorrow, but Nellie and Kjetil should feel free to act. Pit fiend does have wings but is on the ground right now.

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Hurray! I was worried I was going to be stunned/paniced/petrified.

Sovereign Court

Female N Dhampir Ninja/Fighter/Brawler | HP 57/57 | AC 20 TAC 15 FF 15 | F: +8, R: +14, W: +6 | Perc: +15 | Speed 30 ft| Ki Pool 7/7 | Active conditions: None.

I totally missed the first post that said my arrows got swatted away
Could I redo my turn just to move and get out of that area?


Maps and Handouts

Lots going on with this fight, so please help keep me honest!


Maps and Handouts

Sorry gang - will get a post wrapping up fight and doing last part likely on Sunday. Very close to done.

Dark Archive

Male LN Human Herald Caller 8, Buffs: | hp 75/75 | AC 21 T11 FF21 | CMB +6, CMD 14 | F: +12, R +5, W +18 | Init: +0 | Perc: +7, SM: +11, Concentration +17/+19 | Speed 30 ft | Copycat 8/10, Master of Pentacles, Channel Negative 3/5 | Conditions: None

Brian, thanks so much for running. This one was a blast

Dark Archive

Female CG Human (Absalom) Slayer 7/Investigator (Questioner) 1 | HP 91/91 | AC 25 T 15 FF 23 | CMB +12, CMD 24 | F: +13, R: +13, W: +8 | Init: +6 | Perc: +11, SM: +0[/oo | Speed 30ft | [ooc]Inspiration: 2/2 | Spells: 1st 2/2 | Active conditions: bear's endurance, heroism

Yes, thanks, Brian. That was really fun!


Maps and Handouts

My pleasure - I'll have some parting words from Zarta and your chronicle sheets soon. If anyone needs them for Seelie Court this weekend, let me know and I'll prioritize you.

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