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I'm not sure if you can link two discussion threads or not. (If so it would be under the campaign info tab, then edit campaign) What I do is keep track of loot in the campaign info tab and xp is my GM Alias. Then I let the players know when they level. Example Campaign Tab for my AoW game My GM Alias sheet where I keep track of Initiative, perception, marching order and XP
Falco doesn't add much but to say that he is from the Verduran forest. When Adrielle comes in and she introduces herself Falco gets excited, "Amazing, I too am a follower of Shelyn. I am Falco and this is my friend Lupin." He points at the wolf that Rameth iscurrently rubbing the belly of," Yes I have gotten a letter as well."
Bimbur is ranged combat, scouting, and tracking in one package. He won't truly start to peak until third level, but that is how it is with dwarven zen archers. If there is no true thief or trap disabler, Bimbur can quickly be changed to have disable device as a class skill and have +11 disable device at first level with masterwook tools if needed. If no one else has it, it could be nice. Falco will eventually be about fighting next to someone and giving them bonus to AC from AoO via the bodyguard feat, but like Bimbur doesn't kick in until third. Until then I have a good AC and will try and keep the focus on me.
Falco leaves to get to the manor early since the city is still new to him. He much prefers the quieter life of the forest, but he admits to himself there is a draw here. It doesn't matter much since he had been sent here to work with the Magnimar Venture Captain, so he'll be in the city as long as she wants him here. Riding up on Lupin, he dismounts in front of the building. He introduces himself and is escorted into the foyer. Impressed at Heidmarch Manor, he looks around while waiting for Sheila and anyone else to come.
May I present Falco Montajay, Halfling Cavalier. Crunch Summary:
I have completed the full character sheet in Falco's profile, but here is a quick rundown NG Male Halfling Cavalier (Honor Guard/Strategist) of the Order of the Shield. S 15 (17-2) 13BP
Total BP 25 Skills Handle Animal 6, Heal 4, Knowledge (Local) 4, Perception 1, Ride 9, Stealth 4 Traits Helpful (Racial) and Self-Sacrifice (Religion) Feats Combat Reflexes (1st), Paired Opportunist (Team Work)
Falco's fighting strategy is a little out of the box, he is about helping others to succeed while being able to contribute at the same time. He will not be a main damage dealer but should be able to hang into fights and keep others in the fight longer. Falco will both be mounted on his wolf at times, but the wolf may also be used as a flanking or adjacent partner tripping opponents while both the wolf and Falco can use combat reflexes for AoO. As Falco gains levels he can make others adjacent to him better by using the bodyguard feat to help in their AC and or use his trait to grant some cover. He can also contribute in damage either mounted or on foot.
Background/Appearance:
Also on character sheet but added here for reference. Wouldn't mind tying in a little more with someone else if possible Appearance: Falco is solidly built and hardy for a halfling, but still displays his natural grace when riding his wolf. His close cut hair as well as maintained clothes and equipment displays the military training he has received.
Background: Though life in the Verduran Forest is rough, from ettercaps, savage fey, a pair of white dragons, and most recently river pirates, there are always groups ready to protect the common or unbearded folk that cannot protect themselves. The Outriders, wolf riding halflings that scout the forest and it surroundings protecting the people from danger have answered that call for the last hundred years. The Outriders were originally formed to combat the rise of bandits in the area as well as other evil creatures. The Outriders joined the forces of good 80 years ago in the great battle that was waged across Galt. They returned victorious, but with their numbers greatly dwindled. The loss was worth it however as the bandit activity in the region was almost wiped out up until recently. The need to protect the community is foremost in such a dangerous environment. The Outriders today join together with the druids who provide the wolves needed for their group while the Outriders help the druids protect the woods and the area around the forest. Falco is originally from a small community north-east of Wispil in the Verduran Forest. His family has always had at least one member in the Outriders, many times much more than one. Falco can trace back 5 generations before even the Great War. Falco has always enjoyed an affinity with animals and the ability to ride. His father encouraged him to train and ride and learn all of the skills needed while his mother wanted him to stay and protect the village. Erastil and Shelyn are important gods to their community, and Falco always seemed to want to protect others, even over his own safety. Many times he would throw himself in danger to protect another, sometimes even getting wounded in the process. Four years ago he officially became an adult and officially joined the Outriders, training and receiving his very own wolf to eventually ride. His father has since retired, but his older brother Perno has been out on assignment for too long and hasn't returned when he was supposed to. His younger brother Gorlo needs more time before he is ready for an assignment. Recently banditry and river pirates have seen an increase along both the Sullen and Verduan Fork. For months, Falco has been requesting to have some time off to search for his brothers, but the request has been refused. However recently due to his father's influence, Falco has been given the Ok to go off on his own for awhile and search for his brother. Even though he isn't tasked with an assignment, Falco still represents the outriders and they gave him the side task to try and find out any information on the increased banditry. After a couple weeks of traveling, Falco finds himself in Yanmass still looking for any information. Seems like the Inn of the Spider Queen is the place to, though its reputation precedes itself. But as a gathering place of many people, it is sure to lead to something promising.
Answers to Questions: Question 1 Before you is a huge web. In it are a priest of Iomedae and a beautiful maiden. You have time to rescue one of them, which one and why? While Falco would not give up on saving both of them, and would do his best to avenge either of their deaths, Falco would first go to the maiden. Not because of her beauty, but because she should be the most vulnerable and the most in need of aid. If the priest was truly lost before Falco could save him, he would feel sadness in the death of the priest, but proud in saving a life. Question 2) You are traveling through the forest and you suddenly see three goblins poking at a bound prisoner on the ground. What do you do? Falco would spring to action in saving the bound prisoner. As defender of the helpless, Falco would do what it takes in saving his life. He would send his wolf scatter the goblins while placing himself in between them. If he got a chance he would cut the prisoner free to allow him to escape. Question 3 You just returned from successfully defeating a dragon which had been terrorizing the local villages. An orphanage requested that the brave heroes come so that the children can meet them. You accept, but then receive an invitation from the King to join him at a banquet in your honor. You cannot do both, what do you do? Falco fits right in with the common man. But even so, as he has already made the commitment to the children, he would honor it, no matter the fallout in not taking the king up for the banquet. After his commitment is fulfilled, Falco would go to the king and apologize and explain why he couldn't make it. If the king is just and understanding he would do what he could to make it up to the king. If the king could not understand, then Falco's mind would be at ease with his choice. Question 4 How do you expect your character to develop by level 5? Level 10? He'll be going cavalier all the way. As he gains levels from 2-5, his ability to protect and bolster the party will grow. As he passes 5th his mounted and combat skills will grow. Between aiding in AC and attacks as well as the wolf tripping and flanking, combined with teamwork feats, Falco should help the party survive. Question 5 Who is your favorite villain and your favorite hero from a medieval story and why? Can be historic, from a book, or from a movie. Gerald Terrant from the Coldfire Trilogy, though he is a little of both. I like the grey villain/hero at times Vlad Taltos as a wise cracking assassin is one of my favorites as well. I dig sarcasm. Question 6 Let me know if/how much you have played/read the ToEE - any version including AD&D, 3rd Ed., Return to ToEE, or any video games or novels. I own the original Temple of Elemental Evil collection as well as the 3.5 Return product. I have played and GM'd the original way back in the day. I also have played the video game including the Circle of 8 mods. Question 7 You are sitting in a tavern when a distraught father runs in and announces that his daughter has been kidnapped by brigands and now they are demanding a ransom or will kill her. He says he has no money to reward the party but hears that the brigands have had much success. What do you do? Falco would set out immediately to save her if possible. The safety of the girl would supersede the loss of money. If he had enough money for the ransom he would give it to the father to save his daughter first then track down the brigands and stop them from doing it again. He would then try and recompense the victims if possible.
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