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Aren't all Drow priestesses? ;)

I don't think so. Most drow females enter the priesthood. Yeah, but a few could join the Magisters if they show aptitude in the intellect instead of wisdom. It's rare, though.

If @Ocean and I both play, he could be one of the people who was admitted to The House of Healing due to some infringement

Could be quite the dark dynamic. We could certainly grow on that story

True.

Here she is :)

Boy, I have to check my copy of the Monster Summoner's Handbook, thanks for the page reference. She's a dangerous beauty, correct?

@Elton - would you allow the option to play as a drider, perhaps a servant, bodyguard (or pet!) of one of the other player’s drow noble?

Possibly. I'd have to look at the character you plan on creating. And yes, you could be Vierkacha's mount.

Knowledge local to see what Van knows about Vygnolis Keep or the "Caves of Chaos" - 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18

Wasn't that way in D&D 3.X, every Table Top game I played, all us players aimed to get into a PrC.

Yeah, I know. sigh.

One of the orcs shoots a composite shortbow. The arrow is aimed at Robyn Veil.

Orc missile attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18
damage: 1d6 ⇒ 2

Alkaid Yaffa Leona Aiba wrote:

PrCs can be a nice reward to look forward to,

but you gotta put some effort into meeting the requirements,
which generally make sense for the PrC, but can also be annoying.

Luckily with being a ranger and gaining feats faster than in 3rd,by 5 level I should have the needed feats to qualify to take it from level 6

PrCs are definitely for NPCs. That's why it's so annoying to get into them.

Okay, perception first. This is to check to see if you notice undead.

Escher's Perception Check: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8
Jacen's Perception Check: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9
Lia's Perception Check: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11
Fizfiz's Perception Check: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9
Ayla's Perception Check: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
Karsh'e's Perception Check: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14

DC was 15.

Jerem responds, "It's 50 feet by 70 feet."

Seth86 wrote:

What is the LA for DN? +2?

I may just go normal Drow and take the noble feats later

That was going to be my question, I've seen it listed as +1 OR +2. +2 seems more appropriate but I wanted to make sure before I start building.

I'll check my copy of the Bestiary. I think it's also listed in the Advanced Race Guide, but I'm not sure.

EDIT: The Bestiary (1), listed drow nobles as CR 3. So they would be LA +2.

"Vygnolis Keep is in need of some adventurers," said the minstrel. "Something about the caves of chaos have become overridden with monsters again."

Recruitment Guidelines

Menzoberranzan, city of intrigue, city of violence, city of Lolth: the Spider Queen. This is your chance to explore the city as a drow noble. A member of one of the Drow Houses of Menzoberranzan. Menzoberranzan is facing a crisis. It is 1370 DR, some years after the Time of Troubles and Lolth crawled through the streets of her holy city.

Campaign Features:
* Play as a drow noble.
* Navigate your way through Drow society.
* Worship a drow god/goddess.
* Watch as a unknown god tries to defeat the worship of Lolth.

What you will need:
* One copy of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game (1e).
* One copy of the Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting. Though those who are applying might have a copy of this book already.
* A copy of the Drow of the Underdark (2e), as it talks about drow culture in the realms, and has a primer on their language.
* A copy of Ultimate Psionics, in case you want to play a psionic character.
* I have, but not available on Drivethru, the Menzoberranzan boxed set in pdf. No, don't ask me to share it. Paizo would have a fit. But if you want a primer on Menzoberranzan, I suggest the 4e book on Drivethu. There, that would be it. Hopefully that won't break your bank.

Creating a character:
* Abilities: 25 point buy, although I am aware that the Drow noble is considered to be OP.
* Race: Drow, Drow Noble, Drow Tiefling (yes, you may use Blood of Fiends). Note: Unless you want to play a slave (and yes Drow Tieflings can be considered to be slaves), a surfacer (human, elf, dwarf, etc.) isn't recommended.
* Class: All classes are available. Including those in Ultimate Psionics.
* Skills: Yes, we will be using Background skills.
* Feats: No elephant in the Room/Feat tax rules. They don't reflect reality.
* Equipment: Make sure you have a drow twist on your equipment when you acquire it.
* Alignment: Evil to start, though decisions you make may lead you to good and righteousness.
* Level: Drow nobles have a level adjustment. You start at 3rd level, so take your level adjustment into account.
* Wealth: You may start with 3rd level wealth. Remember you have the resources of your House to call upon when in need.

I think that's it. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Apologies for my ignorance in all things drow

I like the idea that my character is from a specialised Group.

Simply called "The House of Healing"

Others know that their house is a place of no return. Well. No returning the same as you go in.

Drow matrons have been known to make undead out of drow. Kiaransalee anyone?

Was going through the thread and I have a question - are you allowed to roll and THEN decide to take a 25 pt build if you roll low? Or if you roll, you need to stick with your rolls?

Actually, it was decided to do 25 point-buy afterwords.

So would you consider this campaign to be evil-focused?

A drow anti-paladin sounds cool to play!

At the start.

And what level characters?

And for those of us unaware of times/eras, at the time posited (1370 DR) is Lolth still a recognisable force/nominally in charge?

Yes. Lolth is still a recognized force. As for character level, I was thinking 3rd.

are you thinking of any 3pp systems? Spheres, psionics, etc?

I always think of psionics as an addition. :) No Spheres though.

@EltonJ: I have a few questions if you'll indulge me.

What would the starting level be?

Which version of Menzoberranzan would this be? The original version? One based on later iterations where large power shifts occurred, Lolth's influenced began waning, new houses were formed to replace those that were deposed or destroyed, etc? Something else?

Would this be pre or post Time of Troubles/Year of Shadows?

Around 1370 DR.

I have both the 4e book and the 2e boxed set.

Shajnal hasn't yet, but I'll list them here and make a choice soon.

* Mariel Uth Kaldar
* Drakkor Redmane
* Kellandra Voss
* Crack-jawed Ahto

Well, that's everyone. I'll open gameplay and discussion tomorrow morning and we will start then.

First online game I ever joined was a home game that took place in the Underdark. Count me interested! What system are you thinking?

Pathfinder 1e.

Damn, lot of tempting ideas lately EltonJ!

As Nobles or as "normal" drow or as a mix?

As nobles.

Any idea on who is chosen and when the game might start?

Sorry, I've been distracted. Has everyone submitted a character who was going to?

Okay, another FR game, yeah. But I'd like to see who would be interested in a Drow centered campaign set in Menzoberranzan?

Ideally, you are all drow. Dark elves. Worshipping one of the drow gods? I want to run a drow campaign, and this is a good place as any.

Lizbit takes one of Angoldil's hands with both of hers and gives a firm, warm squeeze. "Don't worry! This is pretty much what a do for a living. I won't let you go astray." She beams and turns to their patron. "Mister del Thane, is there anything else in the crypt we should be on watch for? Records or family trees or..."

I'm cool with buying holy water and moving on or whatevs'. Is there a roll to identify Heucuvas?

Know: Dungeoneering or Religion if it applies (Heucuvas): 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25

Both can apply.

EltonJ wrote:

Right, so let me get the map up.

Here is a map of Rose Quarry.

Please note, it might be best to scout the place out.

Which direction are we approaching from?

The Southwest.

All of you see a beautiful minstrel with a cart and a team of horses. She looks at you and says, "Travelling, right?"

If there is still time, I would like to put forth a Paladin tank.

Yes. I won't be choosing for a while.

Submissions so far:
* Lem Nevercot
* Baerothad
* Nicinniana
* Karinna Fordyce
* Bridgette Olivia Noya Yakov

That's five so far, for three slots.

Robyn takes careful aim as she lines up a shot at the attacker

Pew!: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26
Thud!: 1d8 ⇒ 4

alright, that's a hit.

Right, so let me get the map up.

Here is a map of Rose Quarry.

Please note, it might be best to scout the place out.

"I don't know about being leader. I might be the oldest, but I'm barely an adult, only one hundred and twenty eight. Surly, someone else here has more experience." Angoldil pauses slightly

"I would ask a few other things. Is there anyone who would try to stop us? Can you describe the ring so we know we have the right one? Is there anything you know is present that's not marked on the plans?" She looks over the vellum.

looking up again she continues "To the priests in our company what should we know about the dead?"

Done with her questions she says "I do believe at least one vial of holy water would be prudent. Like Igneous suggested we should get it from the church of Lathandar. Maybe even get permission to return if we need additional services. Then set out before we lose the day. What say you all?"

Jerem responds with, "It's a ring fashioned in the shape of two dragons, encircling the sign of my family crest. It is buried with my grandfather. Just hope tomb robbers didn't break in. As for someone else looking for the ring, that would be my second cousin Engil. He too wants the ring for his own device."

He then thinks and says, "A band of Heucuva are in the area, so be careful of those."

Ready to move on? Or do you want to shop?

Here's my applicant: Baerothad Oakknuckle, human Warpriest of Sarenrae.

Taking the Framed trait.
He's a divine tank.

He looks well put together, and his background is nice too.

I was going through my old unused characters and found this guy, an anti-slavery activist trickery cleric who looks like he'd do well in CotCT.

He's got a weird archetype: Theosophist? TBH I had to go look it up; looks like it's a focused caster cleric archetype with 3 domains. Would you allow it?

No, I can't allow it since I don't have that pdf. I did take a look at it, and it doesn't jive. Sorry. The rest is okay.

Though a stone from a sling might not hurt as much as one from a bow, it is still a weapon to defend oneself in a pinch, Alkaid lets a stone fly from her sling to an orc's head,

Ranged_Atk: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
damage: 1d3 ⇒ 2

And it appears the stone may of flown right into a Orc's howling mouth and into the throat making it choke on it.

Plus you rolled a critical strike. Roll to confirm!

Jediah tries to find something he can use as a weapon.

[dice=Perception]1d20+5

You find a table of axes, pole arms, and swords behind you. (According to the map).

I had made a skills character for your recruitment, Karinna Fordyce (Avenger vigilante, face skills and fighter talents), and I'd be happy to join you if you still need players.

Great! Thank you for reminding me.

DBH here with Nicinniana, called Nici by her friends. A pretty, flirty Varsian dancer, she keeps her search for vengeance well hidden.

A Bard with the Detective archetype concealed under the flash and charm.

I still need to do her background skills but she's mostly done.

** spoiler omitted **...

Any problems or questions let me know?

Did you include traits?

EltonJ wrote:

RHMG Animator wrote:

I believe I still have my half-drow fighter, which is a hybrid skilled tank.

That's true. You still want to join?

I likely am if I'm still posting in this thread, might take a bit to recall the personality I gave her...

Sucks, no ninja, otherwise I'd be asking to test run my updated version of the GFK PrC, later.
Which adds some of the Vigilante features, while still building on the Skilled Rogue/ninja path, but a bit more tanky.
I also recall, I'm stretched hyper thin on feats, not sure if I'd even have room to take one feat for the PrC's requirements....

Ah, right. :)

I'll have to see if someone submits a divine or another skill. But if you can tank, that would be awesome.

I believe I still have my half-drow fighter, which is a hybrid skilled tank.

That's true. You still want to join?

What level? Still first?

Still first.

Okay, since three players left the game, I'm looking for three new players to fill some roles.

Basically tank, divine, and skill. The party is still hunting down Gaedrin Lamm and are at the fishery. You will be joining them at the fishery.

Are we in Matsu or Akodo lands?

You are very close to Akodo lands, and you border on Kitsu lands.

Here's a map of Sedrahill. Lucky for me, I bought those Raging Swan Press maps.

EltonJ wrote:

Julian Jamieson wrote:

Julian runs to get a clear line of fire on the big pussy cat without Kara in the line of fire.

Once there, he triggers a round.

[dice=shooting]d10
[dice=wild]d6

[dice=damage]2d12+2

Man I hope it don't need more than a couple of single shots.

Isn't that mega damage?

Yes, that is Mega Damage.

Thank you. The pantheron retreats.

I really gotta get better initiative! And better rolls!

Perhaps you can plan for the Improved Initiative feat later on?

Landriss notes the force of orcs, and goblins, approaching and moves over by one of the tents. He readies his bow but waits until the enemy is within proper range. Short bow so 60'

Attack with bow if/when I get a shot? Orc or goblin, targeting one with a torch if possible.: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20
damage if I get a hit?: 1d6 ⇒ 5

You hit one of the orcs. He falls off his warg.

Here's a map of the tournament. I set up where you'd be in the tournament. Robyn, Alkaid, Jediah, Landriss, you're all there. I posted the JPG of the map on my google drive along with the .psd. If you need the psd, pm me.

Initiatives:
Alkaid's Initiative: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Jediah's Initiative: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
Landriss's Initiative: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22\
Robyn's Initiative: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16
Orcs Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
Goblins initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 1 = 17

Please note the .psd file allows you to position yourselves strategically.

Landriss notes the force of orcs, and goblins, approaching and moves over by one of the tents. He readies his bow but waits until the enemy is within proper range. Short bow so 60'

[dice=Attack with bow if/when I get a shot? Orc or goblin, targeting one with a torch if possible.]1d20 +3
[dice=damage if I get a hit?]1d6

I can roll Initiative real quick. Of course position is everything.

EDIT: I bought a map, I'll be posting it shortly.

Okay, you all here it. An army of orcs coming to besiege the tournament and looking for roasted boar. The orcs number about twenty and with them are five timid looking goblins.

The orcs are using axes, and the goblins are using javelins. The orcs ride on wolves, the goblins on war dogs. They are holding torches in their left hands, ready to burn down any flammable buildings.

I have a suggestion to break the Limbo state, as Robyn put it.

Bring in some Chaos, Like a horde of monsters that were lured in to the event to assassinate the Princess bringing an end to her faction, such that it would look subtle and a natural chain of events.

It would bring in combat that'll get everyone involved and busy, while also interrupting Alkaid's thought process and questions.

Either we succeed or fail in keeping the princess alive there will be things to do and questions to ask in the aftermath of the event.

I'm, really a cause of me not thinking but focused on something else. Here comes the monsters.

Dai will subtly listen in to hear of any unpleasantness along the road.

[dice=Perception+Investigate 3k2]3d10 13 total.

"Are their any bandits?"

"I saw the camp of one bandit band out on the road."