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Probably looking at mid-May for character creation. I'm through the first two books, I don't think I need to read through all 6 of both series before we start but will skim. Let me know by May 15 who is in so I can further recruit if need be. Thanks!
Well, that didn't go as planned! Two days and then got sidetracked again. Probably by next week I will be able to actually get back to this in a more meaningful way. Can I get a roll call on who's still interested? I think even if the entire original gang isn't interested I'm still going to try and get 5 PC
Probably May as it turns out, I haven't touched anything at all this year. By this weekend though I will be fully settled in the house, caught up on work, and on the other games I run on the board, then I can get back to this! :-)
Between resting on the Holidays after a grueling end of year at work and scrambling to move into my house the next few weeks, I have made zero progress here. Still likely an April start date though. When I have an actual update I'll post up again.
Zero progress on this, ended up sick the day after my last post and just been trying to dig out of the hole that being sick created ever since. I am hoping by next week to get back to the background prep work.
A bit farther along on Strange Aeons Book II than Carrion Crown Book II, mainly because I am trying to do my best to replace even some of the mundane NPCs with Ravenloft NPCs and place both adventures within Ravenloft. I do not think I will run any FULL Ravenloft modules but I will use some chapters from some modules to blend into the story and fit in the cracks between both. The nice thing about trying to blend both is that I can eliminate some of the more random encounters and make most encounters faced applicable to the plot. I was hoping to be a further along this week but the last two days were a bit of a mess so I will need to use all my free time tomorrow to prep for my table top game of Vampire this Friday instead of tinkering with this project :-(
OK, I think I'm done with the initial conversion on Book 1 of both APs. I will try and go through Book 2 for each AP within the next two weeks or so. Assuming I can get through a book a week, that puts me on pace to get things going in late February early March. Once we get closer to that timetable I'll issue the character creation rules and we can see if I get all 5 of you or if I need to recruit to complete the group!
Yes, these Bloodlines are something from 3.5 but I'll not be making it overly complex. It's mainly for flavor and storytelling purposes, but it's always nice to have a little extra something as a PC that you don't have to buy with Feats selections!
I have started reviewing the first two books of each AP for modifications and selecting some Ravenloft modules to insert into the AP, even if only some chapters of said modules. If this plays out as I envision it, there may be some chance of moving into Mythic, but that's a while away. I am considering utilizing a modified version of Automatic Bonus Progression. I will absolutely be utilizing a modified version of Weapons of Legacy. I will also be selecting bloodlines for each PC to tie you to the story more deeply, I will not reveal the nature of those bloodlines as they will be revealed as the story unfolds. At certain levels, each PC will receive abilities related to their bloodlines. I am seeing this as a 5 PC game, hopefully all of the Shackled City PCs and our DM will be able to participate, if not, I will seek out one or two more PCs to fill in those gaps.
Done. Dot and delete as there are no PCs prepared as of yet. :-)
My friend, my dreams have been strange as of late. Yes, I know, we have spoken of my dreams many times over the years, but these dreams are vivid, so much more vivid than the ones I described to you in the past. I am beginning to believe that when I dream, I am not merely dreaming, but traveling. Often to dark places... I have been journaling for months about these things that I have seen. Much of it will seem like fanciful fiction to you. To many perhaps. Maybe it is these lands so infused with darkness and negative energy from the centuries under the yoke of the Whispering Tyrant that my dreams are often of the dead, the undead. Much of it connected to the past of Ustalav. A past I believe may go farther back than anyone has ever suspected. I believe I will need help, more help than Kendra can provide. I need you my friend to come to me. I… I can say no more in this letter. Your friend, Doctor Rudolph van Richten
Leaning towards all PCs being from Ustalav but still open to other ideas.
We are looking at probably a February/March timetable to start as I will be heavily pinned down by RL till then. As I will be modifying a bit or a lot, will need time to get that all figured out as well.
Night of the Walking Dead is actually my all time favorite module.
Let me know what, if any, Ravenloft modules you have played through. I suppose it would also be good to know if any of you played through the two APs.
Discussion Thread.
Just outside Celwynvian The elf struggles to resist but his resistance is futile, he had his chance to die and now he will just wish he had, betraying his people to of all things drow! Little does he know you are all so much more and so much worse... "I do not think anyone else has been alerted to your presence. If you are here you have arrived at the final sentry outpost in the east. The ruins are not much farther. However, a powerful alarm spell rings the ruins specifically designed to warn of drow crossing over. Proceed and you will be discovered even if all we sentries fall..." He states with as much steel in his gaze as he can muster.
Just outside Celwynvian These elven scouts are no doubt brave and skilled in combat. Perhaps their thick web of nests would indeed prevent a group of drow from breaching these ruins. But you are not mere group of drow. As the elves touch earth, it is the last thing they touch as three are slain by club, razor and fang. Lener holds as Zelic gives a command not to slay the last of the living elves. GM DS ONLY:
Will save Saban lags behind a bit as he is only mortal but he arrives quickly enough to find that a sentry is finally taken alive! The elf cowers in fear, as he likely should at the swiftness, efficiency and brutal deaths dealt all around him.
Just outside Celwynvian
Just outside Celwynvian Lener finishes off the elf and his alarm dies out. The question is, did the alarm reach the ears of other scouts? Grym sees there is some blood left, so there's that should he wish to satiate himself... Again Zelic finds well crafted arms and armaments, to be expected of elven scouts but nothing psionic in nature. GM DS ONLY:
Stealth
Grym Helt – 28 vs Elves & Aberrations & +30 Underground Kisara Lener Saban Zelic All of the sharp sensed Vampires hear yet another set of elven scouts not far ahead, they attempt to slip off, at least you suspect as the sounds they make move away from your position. If they reach the city you're advantage will be lost!
Just outside Celwynvian GM DS ONLY:
Will Save The elf tears his gaze away from you, "I think not foul drow!" He begins to scream, "Drow Invaders!!!"
GM DS ONLY: Perception DC 20 -
Rough patch there but I will be off this week and posting to catch up.
Just outside Celwynvian The Orcs bring down the elf despite his ability to slip through Lener's grasp, he too falls to the ground below. Negative energy cascades from Saban as his shadowy tentacles spring to life of their own. Zelic is able to strike the one that he claimed, his strike cowers the pathetic wretch. Still, his trembling fingers are able to draw his blade as he stares at your group clearly intimidated. Elven:
"S.. s... stay back. I am n.. n.. not here alone". His voice trembles too much for the statement to carry much weight.
Heh obstinate is OK but I prefer it OOC. Ah, yes, I see what you mean. Alright, Charge UP to your speed and then attack seems clear based on this. Thanks for the cite!
That ability is actually what my archetype gives me in exchange for spellcasting. I suppose, if you're willing, I could reconfigure him without the archetype. I'm also fine playing him as is. Sure go ahead and change him to increase effectiveness!
I just realized a large flaw in my character's design. Beacon of Evil imparts a morale bonus to AC, attack rolls, damage rolls, and saving throws against fear. The only thing you dead people get from it is fast healing 3 (does fast healing stack, though?). It does allow me to use my Touch of Corruption ability at range, so it's still useful, but I feel kinda stupid. You can always swap that out for something else with an Archtype no?
Just outside Celwynvian
Kitara, Helt, Lener, Saban, and Grym all move to within striking distance. Zelic meanwhile utilizes the Way to disorient the Elven scouts. GM DS:
Will Saves #1 , Will Saves #2 , Will Saves #3 . Zelic's powers function as intended and the Elven sentries are stunned to inaction.
Kitara's blade cuts one deeply, but the elf is tough and retains his feet, even in the trees. He is not so tough though as to live through the strike delivered by Grym who finishes what his lovely companion started and the Elf, well what's left of him, falls to the ground below.
Keeping with a halfling would you be upset if I changed air Didymus to a helpful bard before we go further? I could live with that, he's not done much that is story breaking if he were to suddenly switch over now.
Just outside Celwynvian
GM DS:
Perception
Stealth Perceptions: Grym Helt Kisara Lener Saban Zelic The group gains another half mile until Saban steps on several dry leaves. A rustle i the trees about 30' up and away reveals another group of elves! This time four. All draw their bows to fire at Saban, unfortunately for them, they've tunnel vision and only eyes for him.
Just outside Celwynvian Helt merely grunts in dismay. Lener knows that he wanted so desperately to hit something, whatever he hits next, it probably won't be pretty. Kitara manages to feed a bit from one of the bodies before it goes cold but the blood is barely pumping so the flavor is not quite there.
I cast “sword”. It’s super effective It kilt that dirty elvie dead it did it did!
Who needs casters?
I consider magic and psionics to be "different". But if you wish to swap out go ahead and do so.
Just outside Celwynvian For a moment, just a moment, it looked like the entire operation would be compromised. But not this operation and not this night. Once the horn was cloven in two, the rest of the Shadows make short work of the elven sentries. No doubt there will be more as your group is still a mile out fro the city boundaries.
Just outside Celwynvian Kitara leaps up into the tree and her blade slices the horn and then the elf wielding it in twain! The elves in the tree drop their bows and draw their blades attacking her in a panic at what just took place! GM DS:
Elf #1 Attack - Damage .
- Damage . Elf #2 Attack - Damage .
Despite their obvious skill with the blade, neither are able to strike the fast moving "drow".
Just outside Celwynvian
It seems the elves have spotted you all already as you can clearly see Helt head back to the a tree moving as if gliding on air even over dead leaves! Standing half-way up the tree are three scouts. Kitara sees that one is pulling a horn from his belt, if he blows that, this stealth mission will become an all out war...
Rolling a 4 for stealth with the plus I had got us caught unbelievable lol As DM the dice roller likes me, as a PC, not so much.
Just outside Celwynvian Helt and Lener moves past a small group of forward scouts. However, as the rest of the group moves through the forest, the wolven Grym snaps a branch and the elves fix on it. Helt and Lener can see the elves are up about 20' in a tree, 30' behind their current position. There are three of them.
GM DS: Didymus Grym Helt Kitara Lener Saban Zelic Elven Scouts
@Zelic; I wasn't aware of the relationship! I tried to put together a character sight unseen because I thought that would be more fun to play than someone else's. I am, however, certainly not opposed to the idea of that! Per Shadow's instruction, I've been with the Jair's so long everyone thinks I am one. We could easily be brother and sister in the Blood if that would suit you. +1. Assume that Kisara's "old" background, is this characters extended Background. In fact Kitara, you should add Kisara's original Background to this one and read all posts in the thread for her as you are her. Even though she is not who the others believe her to be. The Family you picked was perfect for that purpose, this or Von Trisk anyway. ;-)
Vampires of Golarion - Shadows of the Darklands a Second Darkness AP Recruitment - Closed This was an even tougher decision than the one above. Ultimately, I am going to go with Dodekatheon's submission. Dodekatheon, please read through the thread as your character is essentially with the group and has just been silent for some time. Kitara: You have long been serving the Jair Family. In fact many believe you ARE Jair and you have said nothing to dissuade them of this belief.
Please take a look at the two submissions for Khisara's replacement and PM me which, if any, you prefer. Thanks.
Within the week, I'll be bringing in a new "Kisara" to replace the one we lost. Next update, I'll bot anyone who has not rolled Stealth just an FYI.
Just outside Celwynvian Helt and Lener move 60' in front of the rest of the group moving silently and scouting ahead.
GM DS ONLY: Perception
So I think Zelic doesn't need to worry about a non-proficiency penalty. Hah hopefully I'll feel better soon and my brain will start working again....
In An Unknown City - "Ilnerik's Keep" - the Roof As you sate your hunger both for blood and for food, Ilnerik stands and motions for you to follow him. He leads you up the stairs of the Keep once more where yet more of his wealth is on display in the form of tapestries and art whose value is likely immeasurable. You find yourselves on the roof once more and once more confronted by the cantankerous traitor to his people, Valth. Set up on a table are the items that you requested the previous night. Valth has a scroll in hand and he looks to Ilnerik for leave to begin his casting. Ilnerik though pauses to hand a piece of parchment to Kisara. "Here is a map of the city, my notes are brief as you have only two objectives. Find the woman and proceed to the ElfGate. You will find it guarded. You will likely have to kill a few of the guards but be discreet about it. While I am sure your prowess in battle is formidable, if the entire contingent falls upon you before the Gate is opened you shan't survive the night. Good luck and beat those bastards to the prize". Valth motions for you all to join hands and touch him, he begins to cast a spell and the familiar "POP" of translocation fills your ears. You find yourselves standing in a dark forest under a canopy so thick, the stars and moon cannot even be seen. Valth directs Kisara to open the map and points to it , "You are here. West is the city. I take my leave". He unfurls another scroll and once more the familiar "POP" of translocation leaves you all alone in the woods. The sound of wildlife slowly begins to hush as the animals and insects know, a group of super predators is in their midst...
I am bringing in a new "Kisara" for the group within the week, for now, I'll update and Bot her till she's here.
Helt will take a Masterwork Longsword to wear on his belt so it appears to be his primary weapon.
How about a wand? 1st level spells start at 750 but a 0th is 375 so if there is one that interests you go for it.
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