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It has been an unusually busy week, sorry to say, so I'm just now settling down to consider pros and cons. [I'm a teacher and this is the first week of a new term and I've had to develop some new assignments, which takes hours of time that I'd usually have for role play.] I'll try to have a decision as soon as possible. Thanks for being patient. Is this part of the test? Are you testing our patience and commitment? :) Seriously though, what's your best guess on 'as soon as possible'? Game on!
Real life has been extra busy this past 24 hours, so I've made no progress on the selection. Looks like it will be 24 to 48 hours before I'll have news. Sorry for the delay. Well, that's a downer but understandable. I'm thinking you haven't discarded anyone yet or made a short list, right?
Conclave of the Gods Nice, it does add to the 'destined, mythical' feel. Good luck everyone.
Hey GM, It looks like you are going to run the type of game I like to run and play in, a game with engaged players who like to write to tell a decent story. Please consider Ali Asaidi for inclusion in your game. Be warned that Ali was made and played in a WotR campaign. Appearance, Background, Personality, and NPCs/Hooks:
APPEARANCE A native from the southern deserts, it’s clear that Ali is a foreigner in the Worldwound. He is an imposing figure, standing almost 6 feet tall, with thick, corded forearms. His tanned skin makes him stand out and his attire does nothing to blend him in the crowd. Ali likes to wear bright yellows and oranges in his armor and clothing. His short, dark hair is hidden underneath a turban and metal cap. The inquisitor wears scale mail and his round shield and scimitar are close by and ready for use. Ali’s attire rarely changes, even in the northern winters. The man seems comfortable no matter what the temperature, something he attributes to his Goddess. BACKGROUND Lazy summers in the Oasis Estate. Tutors and servants for every whim. Young ladies eager to please him. Young men trying hard to be his friend. That was growing up for young Ali, the only son and heir of the Asaidi Merchant House in Katheer, Jewel City of Qadira.
NOTE: I’m not sure how long we can assume that the PCs have been in Kenabres. If long, then I’ll write something about Ali’s time so far and the contacts (NPCs) he’s already met. PERSONALITY Ali is a serious man and speaks with a heavy accent. He speaks slowly and often pauses between sentences as if he took his time to think before he spoke. The inquisitor has a piercing gaze and he looks like he’s trying to see inside your soul. Most people tend to look away or become visibly nervous when under his scrutiny.
POTENTIAL PLOT HOOKS/NPCS/ETC a) Ali has never gone back to his family, who assume that he died in the desert. Perhaps Ali’s sister Seraphine, a dancing dervish, has gone to the Worldwound to give her sword to the cause.
crunch:
His current profile has him as 2nd level inquisitor with different attribute scores. I realize that I will have to make him back in to a 1st level PC. His new rolled scores are as follows:
, 15 , 17 , 16 , 14 , 11 , 13 Wow, the Dawnflower has smiled on Ali! :) I realize that these are very good rolls so I would be fine reducing some or all of them. Not here for power-gaming, only to participate in an awesome story. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further information at this time. Happy gaming!
I had assumed half his level but here goes nothing...
Ali sighed, "Rest is well received but I long for sunshine. We will battle these traitors and return word from above to you."
Sunlight was sorely missed by the inquisitor but the word 'traitor' stirred his sense of justice. "Just show us the way. It sounds like these traitors need to be shown who really is worthy of worship."
Ali nodded, "Good. Time is precious but people are more so." Ali then set his shield aside and prepared to do part of the heavy lifting.
Ali cursed as the dwarf wizard made his escape. He fell in line with the companions as they explored the tunnel, his beacon lighting the way.
Ali covered himself with his shield as he neared the dwarf. He swung with enough force to cut him in two but missed the wizard.
Ali hefted his shield and whipped out his scimitar as he entered the cave.
Ali listened attentively and tried to learn the history of the first crusaders. He sharpened his senses at the sound of tieflings trying to kill them.
With one swipe to clear the blood and gore from the dead aberration, the inquisitor swung once more. The scimitar whistled through the stale air in the cavern but missed its mark.
Ali's yell was cut short as the tentacles descend from above. Taking advantage of his position, he slashed with his scimitar at the creature.
Ali breathed easier as the calm and peace settled over the ancient temple. Glad to have been instructed about Torag, he thanked the Dwanflower for her blessings. "Resting underground is not my preference but I understand. I'll just 'feel' the dawn and go through my morning prayers as she instructs me." He touched his forehead and bowed. "We should set up guards. While the temple may be peaceful, we know we are surrounded by evil. I'll take my turn of course but let others dictate when my open eyes are needed."
Making sure everyone was alright, the inquisitor looked at his fist and smiled. He then thanked his Goddess with a kneeling prayer. He nodded to everyone, "Nicely done. Thank you all." Ali then went on to inspect the abandoned temple and commence his prayer/dance.
The inquisitor once more opened up his hands and directed the ray of sunlight to the foul undead. This time the ray hit straight on and left another scorching mark on the fiend.
Ali continued maneuvering to try and get a clean shot on this foul creature but there too many combatants and his ray of sunlight goes awry.
Former priest just reeked undead to the inquisitor and the smell from the apparition did nothing to dispel the notion. With no silver or magic weapons, the inquisitor was still able to contribute to its demise. He clenched his fist and willed a positive ray of golden sunlight to burst forth. It struck the undead leaving blackened tissue where it touched.
Ali, you realize that the rites would probably be better received if they were done in the temple proper, instead of in the foyer. Ali then moved into the temple proper and commenced his prayers and 'consecration'.
Ali bowed his head, While my goddess prefers sunlight and not underground places, I find that Torag has similar concerns than my faith." He looked around the place, "I will definitely pray for this place and perhaps my goddess may answer my prayers."
Ali bowed his head at Selindra's speech. "My Goddess also has similar feelings and opinions with regards to other good-aligned faiths. We should all work together if we are to defeat this blight in our world." He placed his hand on his heart, "I have felt her calling and I traveled half the world to be here so let's stop bickering and work as a group."
Once more proving deadly in combat but deadlier in planning, Ali congratulated his new found companions. "Good so far but let's be careful. Let's see what happened in this ancient temple."
Ali yelled at the wizard to get back while he sliced with his scimitar.
Round 1
Not being a ranged warrior, Ali stood back and protected those less able. He turned to the archer, "Time to show what you got here."
Oblivious to what the hammer showed, Ali was weary, "Anybody know what this is?" He loosened his scimitar and waited for Drakra to come back.
Good deal! Yeah and from a father of two teenagers, kids get better as they get older. Babies are for the mother. :)
Darkness or a mysterious green light Godwin shakes his head. Neither option is very appealing Ali agreed, "Let the Dawn's light chase away the darkness." His hand lit up and flickered like a torch. "C'mon, let's not be afraid of the darkness."
Looking at the leg, you see that it is still bruised, and battered, and most likely causing pain just from the damage. The bone itself is shattered, so would need regenerative magic to give her the chance to walk normally again. Ali set his knee on the ground and inspected her leg. "Here, I can help with some of this but it will still take time to heal completely." The man then closed his eyes and his hand became translucent, as if glowing from within. The heat off the hand was also palpable to those around him and the archer faltered for a second. Just enough for Ali to press his hand to the injured leg and making her involuntarily gasp. There was a brief moment of intense pain which quickly left. Ali bowed his head, "Sorry for the pain but it should feel better now."
Are we ready to proceed to the East, Iomedae willing we will see the light of the sun soon enough Light and sun sounded really good to Ali. He nodded, "We're good here." He looked at the archer, "Are you OK? My skills as a healer are not... the best but perhaps there is something I can do to ease your pain."
Ali was alert watching Godwin, making sure nothing strange happened to him. He spotted the tunnel and pointed his finger towards the east. "That looks like our way out of here. Everybody hanging in there?"
Again, I'm glad you and your family are doing well. My youngest daughter had jaundice and the toughest part was seeing how they 'squeezed her heel' to get some blood for testing. :) It sounds like you're in good hands so congrats!
Glad everything is alright. Congrats on the addition to the family and take your time.
Ok, that makes sense then we'll wish him a nice break then. :)
Four days without posts or notice from the GM. Everything alright?
Ali quietly chuckled at the gnome's attempt, "I'm not much better at it so let's see if we have some agile partners here." The inquisitor kept watch as it waited for someone to retrieve the backpack.
Godwin picks up the brooch and shows it to the others. Would anyone know of its true value?
Ali took a closer look at the brooch but shook his head, "No idea but I bet it was valuable to whatever poor soul lost it." After making sure everyone was OK, he suggested, "Let's go back and see the other cavern. Like I said before, I hate to leave a path to our backs for anyone." He turned to the gnome, "You see, your skills are very useful here. Try to bring back something edible next time; I don't like cockroaches. You ready?"
Ali cleaned his blade after making sure the vermin were dead, "Maggots, cockroaches, what next?" He quickly went to find the red-headed gnome, "Good job! See, nothing happened." Feeling somewhat more uplifted than the circumstances should allow for, he joked, "Have you been cockroach bait before? You seemed very comfortable doing it?"
"Hurry, Drakra, hurry!" The inquisitor stepped up and slashed his blade down on the vermin but missed. Making sure the blind elf was safe, Ali swung the scimitar once more at the cockroach and overswung.
Anevia is readying the bow herself, waiting for whatever it is to come out of the cavern. She looks up at Ali, "It's the only means of defense I have, I'd really rather not give it up." She grins at Ali a bit, "I'm also very well trained in the use of a bow." Ali bowed, "I understand and as long as you are up for it, you will definitely make better use of the weapon than I would." The inquisitor readied his scimitar and shield along side the blind and elf and noble and offered encouraging words to Drakra, "Ready when you are, master scout."
Ali nodded at the gnome's willingness to carry out the plan. "Your bravery will remembered." Quickly catching himself at the way his encouragement sounded, he corrected himself, "I mean it is appreciated and I look forward to many more of these plans."
Noting his lack of effective ranged weapon, Ali turned to the injured archer. "No need to worry about Lady, you will be safely away from the vermin." He turned his hands palms up, "I must ask you for a favor. Would you be willing to lend me your bow? Although not my favorite weapon, I have been trained in its use."
Ali nodded at Drakra, "Good job. There's no need to let that thing close to us. Filthy creature and I've had enough with those maggots back there." He turned to the others, "Let's get whatever ranged weaponry we have and have Drakra here call the vermin over. Everyone Ok with that?"
She frown, shaking her head. "Iomedae told us in her acts that it is not the blade that makes the warrior, but the heart. A strong heart can wield any blade, and light on to victory. Am I so weak that I cannot even hold my blade now?" Ali shook his head, "No, you are not. You've obviously proven to your goddess that you're worthy. You are worthy to be called her Paladin'." He tapped his hand to the dragon scale that was near his heart. "If that were not enough, someone very important also gave you her vote of confidence." He scoffed and added, "And I'm not about to second guess an ancient dragon. C'mon, we need your heart and your sword."
Godwin cleans his blade as well as the spot where the maggot attacked his armor and nods to Ali Lived in Kenabres for quite a lot of my youth. Today was the first time I saw the city again in fifteen years though. Ali nodded with sadness in his voice, "First time in the city. Came here following the sun." Somewhat relieved that both blind elf and injured archer were still OK, he asked, "How about you two? What did you do in Kenabres?"
Hey GM: I like the map and the ability to move my PC about (instead of telling you to move my PC to certain coordinates/locations). However, I don't like it for 'exploring'. I would prefer to tell you to go either left or right or whatever and then you tell us what we see until a new situation is set up. Once a situation comes up that requires positioning (like combat) then we would revert back to the map. Quite frankly, I wouldn't even ask 'do you want to go left or right?'. In my games, I just roll for a random direction unless there's something different that would influence a selection. Hope this helps.
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