I'm certain it's been noticed that my posting's been sparse as of late. I'm afraid that if I continue this will keep happening, and will probably just get worse. I've tried a few things to keep up (drop games, schedule posting time, etc), but it hasn't helped enough. At this point I'm just dragging things out. So rather than continue on this course I think the most prudent thing for me to do would be to drop the games I'm in.
I do apologize for taking this course of action. I don't like quitting things, which honestly is just as much part of the problem. I've taken on too much, both professionally and personally, and now I'm at that point where everything I'm doing is suffering from it. It's not just here where I've made mistakes and now I need to get things in order. I hope there are no hard feelings but I do understand if there are. Once again, I'm sorry for this.
4k is almost enough, and e chain shirt for me is only 2100 so I'll help you out. Mithril breastplate should be what, 4200 I believe. Another 1000 to magify it.
Before giving me one of the chain shirts, a question for GM Blood. What would I need to roll to see if I could maybe find a +1 Mithril Chain Shirt in town?
I appreciate the Fast Bombs applying to Alchemical items, GM Blood! That'll really help out a bit on resources for extended adventuring days. The whole haversack thing has the move action to draw penalty, but Dryn isn't exactly weak and I did take Ant Haul just in case (21 strength for carrying capcity? Yes!).
As far as the Rapid Shot feat, at that point I personally would rather spend the feat slot on Composite Longbow proficiency. Bit better range, I prefer it thematically, I just like x3 crits (lol), and I could get it strength adjusted (though that really doesn't add much). Rapid Shot has a good chance of being my 9th level feat when we next level up at this point. That'll put me at 10/10/5 for touch attacks on bombs without other feats. And heck, if I didn't use the third iterative, or just spent it on an alchy fire or acid flask, it'd still be good to have two attacks at that higher bonus.
One thing I've definitely noticed is how the Chirurgeon archetype interacts with the rest of the class. I took it for the thematics and don't regret that at all, but I can see it's problems. Losing out on Poison resist +4 wasn't too bad (haven't really noticed that at all) and I do get the +6 version this level. I lose out on poison immunity but with the +6 I don't think it'll matter too much. Infused Curative versus just taking the infusion discovery though is the big issue. I can heal others with my extracts but beyond that I can't do much else. Slightly problematic. But hey, at least I can breath of life at level 10!! And I'll definitely keep one of those prepped at all times.
Sorry, wasn't trying to undermine anyone else. I just noticed when going through and catching up on the gameplay thread there was a lot of discussion about haste and the best options for other people to spend their actions on early in combat. Both Aarakess and Skorhald have a variety of useful buffs for the party whereas Dryn doesn't so much due to how extracts work compared to spells. Figured I'd give the option since it'd open up other ideas for you two.
Starting to consider my feat for 9th now. With Fast Bombs it'd make either Rapid Shot or Two-weapon fighting a bit more worth it, but not sure what to go for. Since I use crossbows rapid shot would mostly be useful for bombs, whereas I rarely melee which means I wouldn't use Two-weapon fighting as much. I suppocse I could try to find a way to get bow proficiency, hmmm. Got an entire level to ponder it! Either way Fast Bombs would run me out of explosives quickly on it's own.
Dryn's been updated now. I ended up changing the format I was using (something I've been meaning to do) so it's a bit clearer now.
Something to consider on the buff front is that I can use spell trigger items. Not sure if it would make something like a wand of haste worth it or not (something like 11k gp after all), but that would free up Aarakess and Skornald to do their thing.
Happy to have her alchemical goody bag back (plus the rest of her stuff), Dryn is definitely in higher spirits than before. "I'm really glad that's over. I don't think I like having a twin. Especially an evil one that tries to hurt my friends." She then helps Aarakess on the identification of the magical items.
It only takes me a minute to mix an Identify extract versus the one hour for you Aarakess. Plus it lets me feel useful!
Spellcraft (mirror):1d20 + 25 ⇒ (11) + 25 = 36 Spellcraft (scroll):1d20 + 25 ⇒ (12) + 25 = 37 Spellcraft (the mind gems thingys):1d20 + 25 ⇒ (2) + 25 = 27In case we can figure out how they work and if they have memories already in them or not. Spellcraft (chest scroll):1d20 + 25 ⇒ (16) + 25 = 41
"The mirror lets you see people as people really are if they changed their shape. Unless it's an illusion spell. That scroll is a Fireball scroll. Loads of fun! This one is for taking control of people's mind. Don't like that one, nope."
As far as the boons, I don't think they're actually allowed to link them because they're for Golarion Deities, but not sure on that. The whole what's allowed and what's not thing. Looking at the book though, Angradd gets about one paragraph in the book, and a trait.
So back now! There's, um, a large number of posts for me to keep up on here, lol. Like an intimidating number of posts. I'm going through them to see what's happened and I'll try to get a post in tonight.
Just as a side note, I may still yet have spotty posting until the end of this month. If I lag behind please bot me.
Without my alchemical goodies, I'm the equivalent of an NPC warrior. But I've got the heart of a tiefling alchemist!!
Funny Story:
So back in 3.x days, as a DM I had managed to get the spellbook from one of my player's, a wizard. They were far away from civilization at the time and he didn't have any backups. I was sure he would complain to no end about it.
Nope! He took a mithril chain shirt from party treasure, put a helmet on his head, took up a crossbow, and became the group's crossbowman for over an entire level, not casting any spells until he had gotten a replacement. He took it like a champ and played through it. That's my inspiration now whenever I lose out on a bunch of gear like this to just push on through and enjoy it!
As a side note I'll be gone next week on a work trip and experience has taught me I'll not be able to post during that time. Very sorry considering my just recent absence!! Please bot me as needed.
"Honest, she probably knows everything I do, so anything I could tell you wouldn't matter. I wish I could do more to convince you, but I can't. Thank you for at least putthing this much faith in me, Kilthan. But if we go after her again and she does have my skills, it's the alchemy bag to go for."
Dryn rubs her wrists after being untied. "I know it might seem like I may be a fake, but I'm the real Dryn this time, really! They captured me the first night we were here and I was hooked up to this huge machine. It was horrible, it ripped though my thoughts and memories, I really really didn't like. It was through there I think (points to the door to the south). There was a man on a throne with a covered face, I couldnt' tell who he was. He seemed like he was in charge. I dont' have my alchemy bag or I'd make up whatever you wanted me to. Please beleive me, Kilthan!" Dryn's eyes water up, the mistrust of her friends wearing on her.
To add to the discussion I currently live in Central Illinois. I'm kinda fortunate as far as gaming groups go. I've been in the same group since High School back in '95ish. We've had members change out but the same group. Since we've got friends all over (including one on active duty in Spain right now) we use Roll20 and Google hangout to play Every Sunday. Our Skull and Shackles game is on Hiatus for the next 6 months while the GM is in Spain, and we're alternating Mummy's Mask (which I'm running) with a Savage worlds game we're starting tomorrow.
I've never been to Paizocon, and currently don't have plans to attend. Gencon though I think in the past decade I've missed one (ever since they moved to Indy). Sadly I'll be missing this year as well.
So this morning my computer decided to go all screwy on me. I didn't have time to troubleshoot so I'll be looking at it tonight. I'm hoping it's something minor but wanted to give a heads up if I don't post that's why.
"Ewww, practicing becoming people? Creepy, creepy, creepy. At least they have good taste in clothing! These are nice outfits. A bit tall for me though." Dryn makes sure her crossbow is loaded as they ready to continue on. "So which way from here? I read somewhere 'always go left'."
Dryn stands there and feels tears well up in her eyes a bit at seeing Rohara. "If this is a trap, it's a really mean one. Rohara, is that really you?" When Anala confirms she believe they are not lying, Dryn runs up and embraces Rohara. "I'm so glad you're alive! I wished I could have saved you. Are you going to travel with us now?"
Let's see, I started the first time in junior high, so that'd be about '92. Got the "D&D is evil so you have to quit" talk a few months in, then had to quit playing and started back up in about '94ish. So I'm definitely lagging behind some of you in experience.
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 5/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 19
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
"Shapechangers and invisible whosawhatsits!? What happened to the big things with the teeth and claws?" Dryn takes aim with her crossbow and fires. As the bolt sinks into the creature, she smiles. "Got the glitter monster!"
Those are what are called Invisible Stalkers if my memory serves me right. Naturally invisible.
Okay, yikes! I was thinking Improved Invis with doppelgangers. Since the dispel goes for the highest level spell, figured get that dropped quick. That could've been ugly.
Doesn't Glitterdust still give 50% concealment? It just identifies which square they're in I thought. Was hoping to get rid of the invisibility entirely on at least one of them. (also hoping to use the ability finally)
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 6/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 19
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
Dryn brings up her crossbow, looking around cautiously, "We can't let Kilthan sit over there alone like that. Find them and I can make them visible!" Remembering her bombs catalysts, Dryn readies a Dispelling Bomb against the nearest foes to get outline in Glitterdust.
"It would be risky, but if Justin took of his armor, it might help him make it. We'd have to move quickly though. Or maybe send a couple people across to that far island, hammer in a piton here and there for the rope?"
Dryn reloads her crossbow, still not quite trusting the unconscious man, though she herself is beginning to doubt her suspicions. "Hope your okay, Justin! They looked to get you good."
As the sound of the crying woman becomes more audible now that the sound of battle has surpassed, she quietly whispers to Anala. "Oh, it almost makes me sad she's probably another one of these grey-skinned monsters planning to stab us in the back. Do you have any tricks to find out if she's telling the truth or not?"
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 6/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 19
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
"Nice one, Kilthan!" Dryn then brings up her crossbow, lining up a shot of her own, and fires, taking care to focus on hitting him rather than damaging him.
Move to reload, standard to fire. No Deadly Aim this time, just making me miss.
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 6/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 19
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
Dryn continues to maintain her position by the cell door, not trusting the man inside to not get up, particularly after the revelation of the shapeshifter, while she takes a shot at the guard. "Are they all creepy shape-changing monsters?!"
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 6/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 18
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
Unwilling to use her bombs with so many people packed to tightly, plus Justin's renewed vigor, Dryn chooses instead to stick with the crossbow, "I think maybe there's some confusion? Stand down!"
HP 63/65
AC 18 FF15 T13 CMD19
F/R/W 8/9/3
Bombs 6/11
Mutagen Dexterity
Bora Beads 1 1/1
Extracts 1st - Cure Light Wounds, Shield , Bomber's Eye, 2 open
2nd - Cure Moderate Wounds, See Invisibility, 2 open
3rd - Cure Serious Wounds x2
Ammo Tracker Normal - 19
Silver - 20
Cold Iron - 20
Effects
"AH! The prisoners are bad guys! Anala, I'll help the others, make sure he doesn't sneak up behind us." Dryn moves outside the doorway, drawing her crossbow as she moves.
Move just south of Aarakess, ready crossbow. This way I can see if the supposedly unconscious guy suddenly leaps up and attacks too.
"Creepy!" Dryn sets to work on opening the maybe dead man's door first. "He seems pretty sedated right now. Justin, wanna help in case he does get crazy?"
"Experiments? What kind of experiments? They didn't hurt you, did they? And what about him, did they do stuff to him too? We're really just here to help!"
