Level 1 Fitch shows the PCs some of the inner workings of the Master of Stars, which help the PCs better understand other starships. Once during the adventure, the PCs can gain a +4 bonus to any non-gunnery skill check during a starship combat.
Level 2 When using the reward above, all the PCs' non-gunnery skill checks made during the same round gain the +4 bonus.
Level 3 In place of the level 1 reward, the PCs can force the crew of an enemy ship to take a –2 penalty to all non-gunnery skill checks made during the round. The use of this ability must be declared at the start of the starship combat round.
PRAYER AND REFLECTION
Level 1 The PCs gain significant insight into Iteration-177's understanding of the divine and share a portion of his intuition. A PC can gain a +2 bonus to any one Mysticism, Perception, or Sense Motive check within the Scoured Stars. This allows the PC to count as being trained in Mysticism for the duration of the adventure.
Level 2 In place of the reward above, a PC can add a +1 bonus to any one saving throw while within the Scoured Stars.
Level 3 When using either reward above, the PC can double the bonus.
ROOKIE TRAINING
Level 1 The PCs improve their allies' morale, making them more reliable in combat. Once during the adventure, the group can gain the benefit of aid another (+2 bonus) to all skill checks for 1 round.
Level 2 When using this reward, the benefit applies to both skill checks and attack rolls.
Level 3 In place of the level 1 reward once during the adventure, when the table uses an Aid Token, they gain two benefits instead of one. They cannot choose the same effect twice.
STARSHIP PRIMING
Level 1 Pleased with the PCs' review, Celita outfits the Starfinder fleet with better weapons-tracking software for targeting jinsul ships. Once during the adventure, the PCs gain a +2 bonus to any one starship combat gunnery roll, and that attack does not consume ammunition in the case of a weapon with the limited fire property.
Level 2 When using the reward above, all of the PCs' gunnery rolls during that round gain that benefit.
Level 3 In place of the level 1 reward, a PC can select any one successful starship weapon attack to count as critical damage if it deals Hull Point damage, even if the die result isn't a natural 20.
SUPPLY RUN
Level 1 Zigvigix grants the PCs priority access to some Starfinder Society equipment. Once during the adventure, each PC can requisition a weapon with an item level up to the PC's level for the duration of one mission. The group must use this ability prior to starting a new encounter, and this ability cannot be used during Part 4. The weapon comes with a full battery or magazine.
Level 2 In addition to the reward above, the PCs can also requisition a single consumable item with an item level up to the PC's level. These consumables cannot have permanent effects, and PCs who don't use them during the course of the scenario must return them at the end of the adventure.
Level 3 When using the level 1 reward, the weapon can have an item level up to the PC's level + 1.
TACTICAL PREPARATIONS
Level 1: The PCs assist overviewing the Society's default plan of engagement. The PCs can reroll any one skill check while in the same location as a fleet.
Level 2: Once during the adventure, while in the same location as a fleet, the PCs can instead activate this reward to gain a +2 bonus to each of their initiative checks for that mission.
Level 3: During a single encounter in the same location as the jinsul fleet, the PCs can activate this reward to remove any extra enemies or challenges provided by the jinsul fleet.
High Society Influence (Iteration-177) Ally boon:
Ailuros grants the PC some of their little remaining magical energy. Up to three times during the encounter, the PC can cast dimension door as a spell-like ability, using their character level as their caster level.
Iteration-177's Attention Ally boon:
The divine herald suffuses the PC's memory with divine power, manifesting as a magical effect for the duration of the encounter.
Melancholic memories grant all of the PC's weapons the benefits of the frost weapon fusion.
Phlegmatic memories grant the benefit of shield other, with Ailuros taking half the damage (up to 100 damage before they collapse).
For sanguine memories the PC can gain the benefits of greater remove condition at the start of their turn up to three times during the combat.
Surviving Companion boon:
The alien creature accompanying you decides to curiously inspect the devices. You can reroll one skill check to interface with the devices during the course of this encounter, as your alien companion inadvertently assists you with its meddling.
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
I just posted the bot action and I wanted to suggest ideas where we could go next after this. It sounds like a new round of missions are opening up. Each sound good to me and I would up for any of them. If I had to pick just one, I would go for the one on Bastiar-6 to air drop behind enemy lines.
LN Nuar Mindbreaker Mystic 7| | SP 16/56 HP 41/41 FF: 10/10 FH: 3| KAC 24 EAC 22 | Fort 4 Ref 4 Will 9 | Speed 30 | Active Conditions: None | Shirt Reroll: Not Used | RP 7/7 | Kinetic Resistance: 5, Acid/Fire Resistance 5, Reflecting Armor
So having GM'd this, I don't wish to influence the party and decide things for them, but I really like and had a lot of fun with the mission at Bastiar-8. If possible, I would like to do that one at some point. :)
Android Envoy 8HP 51/52 RES 9+1/10 STAM 48/48 Speed 30ft Init 7 KAC 23 EAC 22 Fort 3 Ref 9 Will 6 Resistances: E10, F5, C5
I'm going to admit, Siege Defense sounds pretty interesting, and since Duhm recommended it I'm all in, although paradrop sounds like a blast too. But yeah, in general as soon as one mission is done my vote is move onto the next immediately. I'm not picky and just want to experience as much of it as possible.
It sounds like people want Bastiar-8 first, then Bastiar 6.
Hmm
PS I'm glad the party does not mind the pace I've been keeping.
PPS At some point, the party should try to make sure to make use of the SUPPLY RUN benefit so it gets used.
Acrobatics +13, Athletics +7, Bluff +14, Comp +13, Culture +13, Diplomacy +14, Eng +13, Intimidate +14, Life Sci +7, Med +12, Perception +9, Piloting +16, Profession-Writer +12, Sense Motive +6, Stealth +11
Stats and Abilities:
Str 9 : Dex 22 : Con 12 : Int 16 : Wis 12 : Cha 18 | Corona Laser Rifle +12 (2d6+7 F) : Static Arc Pistol +11 (1d6+3 E) : Survival Knife +11 (1d4+2 S) | Get 'Em, Clever Feint, Inspiring Boost, Clever Attack
Hey, I made an oopsy yesterday. I completely forgot that the enemy had to be within 60ft to use Get 'Em on it. Plus I think I have to have line of sight. So if it wasn't in Darkvision range, I couldn't use Get 'Em on it anyway.
820-701 Female NG Feychild Gnome Xenoseeker Envoy 11 | SP 100/100 HP 68/68 | RP 5/10 | EAC 29; KAC 29 | Fort +9, Ref +12, Will +8 (+2 Fear & Despair, +2 vs illusion) | Init: +5 | Perc: +13, SM: +13+1d6+2 | Speed 50ft | 3/3 - dancing lights, ghost sound, and token spell. | Eternal Hope 1/1, Spot of Luck 1/1, Salvation's End 1/1, Vestments Reroll 1/1, Coin Reroll 1/1 | Active conditions: Telepathy via Mind Circlet
Jindam Lightstream wrote:
Hey, I made an oopsy yesterday. I completely forgot that the enemy had to be within 60ft to use Get 'Em on it. Plus I think I have to have line of sight. So if it wasn't in Darkvision range, I couldn't use Get 'Em on it anyway.
Given the time crunch of the special, just remember it going forward. The range of Get 'em often forces envoys to do nothing their first round but run forwards towards the enemy.
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
Here are my understanding and division of the rooms that helped me grasp the building.
Defenses: (Areas from where we can launch attacks on the horde. Each require a specific skill to attack with. Each can only be used once per turn.)
Terrain Cannon (Athletics)
Barrier Pulse (Computers)
Freezing Spray (Engineering)
Support/Vulnerability: (Areas from where PCs can aid the group or enemies can hinder everyone)
Computer Terminal (Boost Damage/Boost DCs)
Security Mainframe (View Positions/Lock Door/Shoot Lasers)
Vulnerability: (Places where the Jinsul can attack to stop our defenses)
Stone Supply (Stops Terrain Cannon)
Atmosphere Control (Stops Freezing Spray)
Power Core (Stops Barrier Pulse)
Other: (These are unidentified and could be anything without knowing more on them)
Room 9
Room 10
Even though I immediately placed myself in the cannon room, I'm questioning that a bit since there are a lot of rooms to cover with just six people. It feels like it would be good to have someone in the Security Mainframe to control movement and coordinate our defense.
I would also think it is important to know what is going on in Room 9 and 10.
For my positioning, I'm considering, if as soon as the first round, running around and acting as interference depending on what attacks the base. I'll stick with my first position for now unless there are objections and adjust afterwards.
Male CN Ysoki Mechanic 8 | SP 56/56 HP 50/50 | RP 10/10 | EAC 26 KAC 27 | Fort +7; Ref +11; Will +2 | Init: +5 | Perc: +14, SM: +0 | Speed 30ft | Laser (14/20) (8/20) Pulse (17/20) Disintegrator (40/40) | Active conditions: Fire Resist (8), DR 5/-, +2 vs spells/spell-abilities
My thoughts:
I agree, it is probably a good idea to have someone in the Security Mainframe room. Preferably someone with okay ranged skill.
Manning all three defenses simultaneously would be preferable if we have the right skills (terrain cannon, barrier pulse and freezing spray). I'm thinking to put Raatchet on the freezing spray since Raatchet's best skill is engineering.
And that leaves 2 party members unallocated to deal with jinsul who "slip past the defenses." My assumption would be the two PCs that are best suited for combat (high AC & SP/HP)
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
Ivok is a good fit for the Terrain Cannon, but also would work well for fighting individual jinsul if something would prefer the Athletic checks to the defensive role.
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
That sounds good. Although I don't think that Security Mainframe (at least so far) requires any skills to operate. Both you and Thri-kreen would be good choices for that position or controlling the Barrier Pulse.
Botting for Buff-Bot, I'll be putting them at the entry to area 10 unless someone else wants that position.
Question for GM Hmm, do the lasers controlled from the Security Mainframe add a class specialization bonus to damage or do they do a flat 2d8 fire damage?
N Host Shirren Mystic (SF Data Jockey) 4/Soldier 1/Biohacker (Medic) 2 | DR 5/- | SP 22/50 HP 49/49 RP 4/7 | EAC 19; KAC 20 | Fort +7; Ref +7; Will +10 | Init: +6 | Perc: +15, SM: +13 | Speed 30' Fly 30' (Average, Jetpack) | Biohacks: 1/5 Spells: 1st 4/4, 2nd 0/3 | Active conditions: None.
Jindam's computers is actually a couple points higher than Thri-Kreen's. I am concerned that I would have only an average chance to activate the Barrier Pulse. I think Thri-Kreen would be better in the Security room. I have placed myself in the Computer Terminal for the first round, but I can easily move to the Security room from there if Jindam wants to take the Barrier Pulse.
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
For the sake of speed I've placed Jindam in the Security Mainframe the mentioned. I'm not sure if Jindam would change their location given the way positioning has worked out. Feel free to ignore me if that is a bit to aggressive.
Male CN Ysoki Mechanic 8 | SP 56/56 HP 50/50 | RP 10/10 | EAC 26 KAC 27 | Fort +7; Ref +11; Will +2 | Init: +5 | Perc: +14, SM: +0 | Speed 30ft | Laser (14/20) (8/20) Pulse (17/20) Disintegrator (40/40) | Active conditions: Fire Resist (8), DR 5/-, +2 vs spells/spell-abilities
With Jindam in the security room, I believe Thri-kreen should be in the Barrier Pulse rather than the computer room for two reasons:
1. The computer room requires a hard computer check whereas the barrier pulse requires an average computer check
2. Success at a computer room check will provide 1 additional die of damage for terrain cannon and 1 die of damage for freezing spray if we're successful in using those weapons. But if Thri-kreen is successful in the barrier pulse, then 7 additional damage die is inflicted
I've moved Thri-kreen's token for now. But if you disagree please go ahead and move it back to the computer room.
Acrobatics +13, Athletics +7, Bluff +14, Comp +13, Culture +13, Diplomacy +14, Eng +13, Intimidate +14, Life Sci +7, Med +12, Perception +9, Piloting +16, Profession-Writer +12, Sense Motive +6, Stealth +11
Stats and Abilities:
Str 9 : Dex 22 : Con 12 : Int 16 : Wis 12 : Cha 18 | Corona Laser Rifle +12 (2d6+7 F) : Static Arc Pistol +11 (1d6+3 E) : Survival Knife +11 (1d4+2 S) | Get 'Em, Clever Feint, Inspiring Boost, Clever Attack
Thri-kreen wrote:
Jindam's computers is actually a couple points higher than Thri-Kreen's. I am concerned that I would have only an average chance to activate the Barrier Pulse. I think Thri-Kreen would be better in the Security room. I have placed myself in the Computer Terminal for the first round, but I can easily move to the Security room from there if Jindam wants to take the Barrier Pulse.
If you feel like it'd be better to switch, I'm fine with that. I really just wanted (based on the description) to make sure the security room was actually manned. I'm switching our tokens.
Android Envoy 8HP 51/52 RES 9+1/10 STAM 48/48 Speed 30ft Init 7 KAC 23 EAC 22 Fort 3 Ref 9 Will 6 Resistances: E10, F5, C5
Duhm, if you want to hang back and stay out of the line of fire for a few encounters to hold onto some resolve, Buff-Bot has reasonable AC and would be happy to take the front-line for a bit. I just generally start ~30 ft from the enemy and let them come to me. My clipboard is just as good at melee as it is at being thrown.
Duhm, would you like to purchase better armor? There is likely some available in the fleet's stores, and I would be more than willing to assume that you picked up some enroute to this mission. I don't mind you being in the thick of things, but maybe we can up your AC!
Acrobatics +13, Athletics +7, Bluff +14, Comp +13, Culture +13, Diplomacy +14, Eng +13, Intimidate +14, Life Sci +7, Med +12, Perception +9, Piloting +16, Profession-Writer +12, Sense Motive +6, Stealth +11
Stats and Abilities:
Str 9 : Dex 22 : Con 12 : Int 16 : Wis 12 : Cha 18 | Corona Laser Rifle +12 (2d6+7 F) : Static Arc Pistol +11 (1d6+3 E) : Survival Knife +11 (1d4+2 S) | Get 'Em, Clever Feint, Inspiring Boost, Clever Attack
I'm catching up. Sorry for being in and out. All the quarantine stuff has my family acting like everything is a huge vacation. I'm working from home but I'm still working and it's been chaos.
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
I agree! Although if both Buff-Bot and Duhm take a lot of damage (20+ damage each) then I would also suggest pairing it with ROOKIE TRAINING to also heal 3d6 SP with First Aid.
Android Envoy 8HP 51/52 RES 9+1/10 STAM 48/48 Speed 30ft Init 7 KAC 23 EAC 22 Fort 3 Ref 9 Will 6 Resistances: E10, F5, C5
Also, just to give us time to decide, I recommend that after this mission, we Alpha Strike some Jinsul by taking on the Paratrooper Assault mission with Ziggy's extra hardware. As a reminder, that's a weapon of your level + 1 and a consumable of your level.
Huh. I am so used to most of the Aid Token being for every player, it never occurred to me that this would not be for every player who hits that round... I'm asking Tyranius for advice.
Okay Tyranius confirmed that while everyone gets flanking, the extra damage is for only one player. Buff-Bot, would you be willing to calculate how much I have to subtract from the Horde?
Male Vesk Icon Soldier 6/Vanguard 3 | SP 36/81 HP 69/69; DR 9/-, resist 5 fire, 5 cold, 10 electricity | RP 6/10; EP 1 | EAC 24*; KAC 26* (*-1 if no EP) | Fort +10, Ref +9, Will +8 (+2 Fear) | Init +2 | Perc/SM +0 | Speed 30 ft. | Charges pike 36/40,U2; caster 38/40,U2
I enjoyed the mission we did. I do wish I got to use my abilities a bit more (like Stand Still to hold a line), but it was a fun an interesting encounter for me.
Although, I will say that I wish we got to do more of the encounters though, but that probably goes for any special. I am happy with what we did get accomplished so far.
I admit I'm a bit concerned looking at the Player Success Viewer though. I know we haven't beaten our any Part 2 encounter ourself, but I'm hoping that isn't a bad sign for the future.
