PaizoCon 2022 - SF Adventure: The Starfinder Four vs. the Hardlight Harlequin (Play-by-Post) (Inactive)

Game Master Lysle

Start Date: We've begun!
Conclusion: Completed!

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aka GM Valen Human (mostly)

Welcome to PaizoCon 2022! This thread is for out-of-character discussion of a Play-by-Post run of a table of Starfinder adventure The Starfinder Four vs. the Hardlight Harlequin.

Sign-ups for this scenario must done via the PaizoCon page on Warhorn, which can be found here.

This is a Starfinder Adventure designed for four 4th-level members of the Starfinder Society who are looking to prove their mettle. Four pregenerated characters that are ready to play, with full stat blocks and backstories, are provided. Alternatively, players can create their own 4th-level characters using the Starfinder Core Rulebook and any of the PC races found in the Starfinder Alien Archive volumes.

Game Start Date: Friday May 27, 2022 (I will post the initial briefing handout and beginning information at that time; I anticipate that the game will not begin advancing in earnest until after the live convention concludes.)

Game End Date: Monday July 11, 2022 (PaizoCon requires that the table be completed and reported no later than July 12, 2022.)

PLEASE NOTE: This scenario will be run in accordance with PaizoCon's mandatory timeline above, which is shorter than most tables run on these boards. To ensure completion within the required time, I will be modifying and using several play-by-post conventions to facilitate a quicker pace, intended to maintain player engagement and faster rate of play than usually seen on these forums. These conventions include:

• Using block initiatives for all opponents with the same Initiative modifiers;
• Foregoing the use secret checks;
• Posting the DCs of certain skill checks and providing the results beforehand under spoilers;
• Calling for the posting of multiple rounds of skill checks to speed along skill challenges; and,
• Requesting that players provide "botting" information and/or designating another player to "bot" a PC in the event that the PC cannot post within a 24 hour period. Absent such instructions, I will "bot" players that have not posted within 24 hours of a request for action. In most instances, those PCs that I "bot" will be put delay, so it is often advantageous to the players to make arrangements beforehand.

Even with these conventions, I anticipate that a posting rate just shy of once per day may be required to ensure timely completion. Please make plans accordingly. I realize (and expect) that real life will get in the way of the game at times and that adjustments will inevitably have to be made. Real life concerns, of course, must come first. Nevertheless, the more that can be arranged beforehand, the smoother the run and hopefully the more fun can be had by all.

Chronicle Information
Please provide the requested chronicle information for your PC on the RPGChronicles page set up here.

Acquisitives

Male NG ysoki operative (thief) 5 | SP 35/35 HP 21/32 | RP 6/7 | EAC 21; KAC 21 | Fort +5; Ref +9; Will +6 | Init: +7 | Perc: +13, SM: +11 | Speed 40ft | Holographic Clone 1/1 | Debilitating Trick, Evasion, Holographic Distraction, Uncanny Mobility | Active conditions: Wearing Dusk Shades

Is there a preference as to whether we use the pre-gens or bring our own characters?


| Siege of Serpents | Siege of Enlightenment | Defy the Dragon | Settling Accounts | | Necessary Introductions | ◆◇↺

I don't have a character at 4th level, so I will have to take a pregen. I'd prefer Error but don't mind any other option.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)
RodKin Ratrod's Cousin wrote:
Is there a preference as to whether we use the pre-gens or bring our own characters?

The adventure states, "While not required, we recommend using these provided characters, as they strengthen players’ immersion in the story." That being said, it does not matter to me whether the PCs contain pre-gens, original PCs, or some mix.

Acquisitives

Male NG ysoki operative (thief) 5 | SP 35/35 HP 21/32 | RP 6/7 | EAC 21; KAC 21 | Fort +5; Ref +9; Will +6 | Init: +7 | Perc: +13, SM: +11 | Speed 40ft | Holographic Clone 1/1 | Debilitating Trick, Evasion, Holographic Distraction, Uncanny Mobility | Active conditions: Wearing Dusk Shades

Thanks for that feedback. I think I will play, Ritta, if that is OK with everyone.

Manifold Host

Ritta | Female NG vlaka solar disciple solarian 4 | SP 32/32 HP 32/32 | RP 3/4 | EAC 15; KAC 15 | Fort +4; Ref +1; Will +5 | Init: +0 | Perc: +11, SM: +11 | Speed 30ft | Bodyguard | Spells: N/A | Active conditions: None.

I went ahead and statted Ritta


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

Please finalize PC choices (including the pregen for the 4th) and then go ahead and post a PC introduction in the Gameplay thread.

I will post the initial "briefing" tomorrow after the con begins and then race us through the first skill section so that we have more time to take on the heart of the adventure.

Looking forward to running this table for you!


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

Also, please provide the information for the chronicle sheet of the PC that you want to apply credit to at this link.

PaizoCon requires that the table be completed and reported no later than July 12, 2022. If PCs do not complete the full adventure by that date, they receive any reputation rewarded for the tasks the party has completed up to that point, as well as any credits earned to that point, and any items found that were listed on the chronicles.

Acquisitives

M Morlamaw Blitz Soldier 1: Spd:15 Swim:35, Init:0, EAC:11, KAC:14, SP:9/9, HP:13/13, Cold Resistance:5, Fort:4, Ref:0, Will:1, Perc:5, Darkvision

Hello, using this as my alias, though I'm still using a pregen. Haven't played with this character and credit gets applied to this character.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

We've begun! I know that first post is quite lengthy, but I wanted to move us along quickly. Future posts should be more concise.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

The party also needs to settle on a fourth pregen as we only have 3 players for this table.


OBOZAYA | Female N Vesk Mercenary Soldier 4 | SP 32/32 HP 34/34 P 5/5 | EAC 21 KAC 23| Fortitude +5, Reflex +4, Will +4 (+2 vs. fear) | Perception +0 | Speed 35 | Mk 1 Serum of Healing 1/1, Medpatch 1/1, Shock Grenade I 2/2 | Active Conditions: None

Wouldn't the fourth pregen be whichever of the characters from the scenario no one picked?


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)
cmlobue's pregen α wrote:
Wouldn't the fourth pregen be whichever of the characters from the scenario no one picked?

That would be a fitting choice.

Acquisitives

M Morlamaw Blitz Soldier 1: Spd:15 Swim:35, Init:0, EAC:11, KAC:14, SP:9/9, HP:13/13, Cold Resistance:5, Fort:4, Ref:0, Will:1, Perc:5, Darkvision

Who called what? I'm controlling Chox, or did someone call that one already?

I didn't feel like deleting what I intended to make him, so I put in parentases what he actually is for this adventure. He is not a Morlamaw or a Blitz Soldier, he is a chox Bolida Solider.

Acquisitives

M Morlamaw Blitz Soldier 1: Spd:15 Swim:35, Init:0, EAC:11, KAC:14, SP:9/9, HP:13/13, Cold Resistance:5, Fort:4, Ref:0, Will:1, Perc:5, Darkvision

I might be busy over the weekend, bot me if necessary.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

As this table is part of PaizoCon, all participants (players and GM) should roll a d20. If someone rolls a 19 or 20, they have won a $15 paizo.com gift voucher. If you are a winner, please PM me with your email address so I can report the reward and indicate that a voucher should be sent to you.

Voucher?: 1d20 ⇒ 5


OBOZAYA | Female N Vesk Mercenary Soldier 4 | SP 32/32 HP 34/34 P 5/5 | EAC 21 KAC 23| Fortitude +5, Reflex +4, Will +4 (+2 vs. fear) | Perception +0 | Speed 35 | Mk 1 Serum of Healing 1/1, Medpatch 1/1, Shock Grenade I 2/2 | Active Conditions: None

Show Me The Money: 1d20 ⇒ 12

Manifold Host

Ritta | Female NG vlaka solar disciple solarian 4 | SP 32/32 HP 32/32 | RP 3/4 | EAC 15; KAC 15 | Fort +4; Ref +1; Will +5 | Init: +0 | Perc: +11, SM: +11 | Speed 30ft | Bodyguard | Spells: N/A | Active conditions: None.

Voucher??: 1d20 ⇒ 19

Voucher!!!

Acquisitives

M Morlamaw Blitz Soldier 1: Spd:15 Swim:35, Init:0, EAC:11, KAC:14, SP:9/9, HP:13/13, Cold Resistance:5, Fort:4, Ref:0, Will:1, Perc:5, Darkvision

vocher: 1d20 ⇒ 10


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

As a head's up, I will be traveling over the next week and do not anticipate posting at my usual rate and when I do, it may be from my phone.

That being said, you guys have been ending the fights pretty quickly, so I think now (even with a some slow down in posting) that we won't have much difficulty making the deadline.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

Per PaizoCon rules, I must have the game concluded and reported within 2 weeks from today. We still have a couple of encounters to go, so I would ask that we try to stick to one post per weekday and one over the weekend to ensure that we wrap up on time. Thanks!


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

We are only days away from having to complete and report the game. And the final fight is on!

Please fill out the information for chronicles and make sure it is correct.


Devil We Know | Ashes of Discovery (Hellknights) | Ashes of Discovery (Desna)

Game has been reported to PaizoCon and should appear within the next few days for ACP.

Chronicles may be found here.

Please let me know of any corrections or revisions.

Players are responsible for Day Jobs and any other Downtime activities per the Organized Play Guide.

I will keep this campaign active until I have confirmation of receipt of chronicles by all players or one week, whichever comes first.

Thanks again all for playing and putting up with the rushing and botting. I had a lot of fun! I look forward to sharing tables with each of you in the future!

Happy Gaming!


OBOZAYA | Female N Vesk Mercenary Soldier 4 | SP 32/32 HP 34/34 P 5/5 | EAC 21 KAC 23| Fortitude +5, Reflex +4, Will +4 (+2 vs. fear) | Perception +0 | Speed 35 | Mk 1 Serum of Healing 1/1, Medpatch 1/1, Shock Grenade I 2/2 | Active Conditions: None

Chronicle looks good.

Thanks to everyone for a great game, especially Valen for running!

Manifold Host

Ritta | Female NG vlaka solar disciple solarian 4 | SP 32/32 HP 32/32 | RP 3/4 | EAC 15; KAC 15 | Fort +4; Ref +1; Will +5 | Init: +0 | Perc: +11, SM: +11 | Speed 30ft | Bodyguard | Spells: N/A | Active conditions: None.

Thanks to GM Valen for running

My Chronicle looks good

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