paizo.com Recent Posts by GM Grantapaizo.com Recent Posts by GM Granta2020-05-30T20:09:07Z2020-05-30T20:09:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=19#9092020-07-11T18:04:11Z2020-07-11T18:04:11Z<p><b>Tracker</b> approved</p>
<p>Yes, I read the expert tracker ability the same.</p>
<p>Dirty Fighting would be legal for the companion, once it has 3 INT. Retraining its feats would work similar to retraining your own, but require a Handle Animal check and probably take longer.</p>Tracker approved
Yes, I read the expert tracker ability the same.
Dirty Fighting would be legal for the companion, once it has 3 INT. Retraining its feats would work similar to retraining your own, but require a Handle Animal check and probably take longer.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-11T18:04:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=19#9072020-07-11T17:21:35Z2020-07-11T17:21:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Darius Braum wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Homebrew Request:</p>
<p>Conversion Inquisition; replace Intimidate with Handle Animal</blockquote><p>Declined as is. The change would need to make sense. How does training animals help you convert people to your ideology? You may attempt a larger and more coherent homebrew adaptation, but I see no in universe reason for this one.Darius Braum wrote:Homebrew Request:
Conversion Inquisition; replace Intimidate with Handle Animal
Declined as is. The change would need to make sense. How does training animals help you convert people to your ideology? You may attempt a larger and more coherent homebrew adaptation, but I see no in universe reason for this one.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-11T17:21:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=19#9052020-07-10T22:51:11Z2020-07-10T22:51:11Z<p><b>Boon Companion</b> approved</p>Boon Companion approvedGM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-10T22:51:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=19#9032020-07-11T10:28:30Z2020-07-10T20:23:16Z<p><b>Missile Shield</b> approved
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<b>Following Step</b> approved
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<b>Step up and Strike</b> approved
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<b>Ray Shield</b> approved
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<b>Greater Ray Shield</b> approved
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<b>Skirmisher Archetype</b> approved
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<b>Conversion Inquisition</b> approved
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<b>Clever Wordplay</b> approved</p>Missile Shield approved
Following Step approved
Step up and Strike approved
Ray Shield approved
Greater Ray Shield approved
Skirmisher Archetype approved
Conversion Inquisition approved
Clever Wordplay approvedGM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-10T20:23:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#9002020-07-10T11:38:31Z2020-07-10T11:38:31Z<p>Link for <i>keyhole</i>? <i>Vanish</i> is fine.</p>Link for keyhole? Vanish is fine.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-10T11:38:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8982020-07-09T22:02:35Z2020-07-09T22:02:35Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-bigger>CHARACTER CREATION</span></b></p>
<p><li><b>Ability Scores</b>: 25 point buy, maximum 18 after age and race
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<li><b>Races</b>: core only (including options in <i>Advanced Race Guide</i>)
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<li><b>Classes</b>: core plus <i>Advanced Player's Guide</i>, except summoner.
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<li><b>Traits</b>: <i>Ultimate Campaign</i> and <i><b><a href="https://paizo.com/products/btpya08v" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">War for the Crown Player's Guide</a></b></i> only, two (one campaign), plus optional third (with drawback)
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<li><b>Hit Points</b>: maximum at first level, then roll (minimum Constitution modifier)
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<li><b>Starting Gold</b>: class maximum
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<li><b>Background Skills</b>: no, but everybody gets maximum ranks in one Craft or Perform skill
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<li><b>Alignment</b>: any
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<li><b>Equipment</b>: Each PC gains a free musical instrument or artisan's tool associated with their free Craft or Perform skill. May be upgraded to masterwork at character creation by paying the difference. This is a family heirloom and cannot be sold without GM approval.
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<li><b>Spells</b>: Core plus communal and greater versions of core spells.
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<li><b>Unrestricted Books</b>: <i>Core Rulebook</i> and <i>Ultimate Equipment</i>
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<li><b>Permission Required</b>: archetypes, feats, spells, etc. from other Paizo sources. No alternate races, classes or third party material. Most options will be approved; don't hesitate to ask.</p>
<p><i>NOTES</i>: I removed the free story and teamwork feats.</p>CHARACTER CREATION
Ability Scores: 25 point buy, maximum 18 after age and race
Races: core only (including options in Advanced Race Guide)
Classes: core plus Advanced Player's Guide, except summoner.
Traits: Ultimate Campaign and War for the Crown Player's Guide only, two (one campaign), plus optional third (with drawback)
Hit Points: maximum at first level, then roll (minimum Constitution modifier)
Starting Gold: class maximum
Background Skills: no, but everybody gets maximum ranks in one...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-09T22:02:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8952020-07-05T01:17:47Z2020-07-05T01:17:47Z<p>We may have lost Tycoon. He hasn't been active on Paizo in almost a month, and I haven't been able to reach him through Discord either.</p>We may have lost Tycoon. He hasn't been active on Paizo in almost a month, and I haven't been able to reach him through Discord either.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-05T01:17:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8942020-07-03T10:00:54Z2020-07-03T10:00:54Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Darius Braum wrote:</div><blockquote> Checking in, i saw Zenizar's post on discord... have we heard from Tycoon? </blockquote><p>Not yet. Sent him a PM on Discord yesterday. Will call today or tomorrow if still no word.Darius Braum wrote:Checking in, i saw Zenizar's post on discord... have we heard from Tycoon?
Not yet. Sent him a PM on Discord yesterday. Will call today or tomorrow if still no word.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-07-03T10:00:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8892020-06-29T21:38:20Z2020-06-29T21:36:33Z<p>Getting back on the horse . . .</p>
<p>Are there any new or pending questions for me?</p>
<p>Please PM me your backstories, using the following guidelines:
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<li>The shorter, the better
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<li>Explicitly show how your mechanical choices correlate with backstory and personality.</p>
<p>I am looking for raw data here, not a good story. I am going to print out what you send me, and use it as a reference document while GMing, so please write with that in mind.</p>Getting back on the horse . . .
Are there any new or pending questions for me?
Please PM me your backstories, using the following guidelines:
The shorter, the better
Explicitly show how your mechanical choices correlate with backstory and personality.
I am looking for raw data here, not a good story. I am going to print out what you send me, and use it as a reference document while GMing, so please write with that in mind.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-29T21:36:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8882020-06-23T15:48:00Z2020-06-23T15:48:00Z<p>Correct. Renee's mom passed away, then my brother and his family came up from Florida for a couple weeks. His birthday is today, then they are heading home, so I should be back to normal shortly. </p>
<p>And I got the PM, but haven't read it,</p>Correct. Renee's mom passed away, then my brother and his family came up from Florida for a couple weeks. His birthday is today, then they are heading home, so I should be back to normal shortly.
And I got the PM, but haven't read it,GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-23T15:48:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8842020-06-14T22:44:31Z2020-06-14T22:44:31Z<p>Okay, thanks for the heads-up.</p>Okay, thanks for the heads-up.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-14T22:44:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8812020-06-10T02:33:26Z2020-06-10T02:33:26Z<p>We are probably a week or two away from starting.</p>We are probably a week or two away from starting.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-10T02:33:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8782020-06-09T23:33:44Z2020-06-09T23:33:44Z<p>Aid Another, FTW. The two people not being healed can roll.</p>Aid Another, FTW. The two people not being healed can roll.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-09T23:33:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8762020-06-09T21:51:45Z2020-06-09T21:38:55Z<p>Unless I missed something, Deny the Reaper doesn't say anything about taking 10. And you already can take 10 on Heal outside of combat and other stressful situations. Also, I am okay engineering the nature of a death to fit the requirements. Either because it's going to happen anyhow, or because a player wants to change characters.</p>
<p><b>Damned</b> approved</p>
<p>That one can start as turned on. The outsider will just interfere in your affairs at some point, to play out the existing relationship.</p>Unless I missed something, Deny the Reaper doesn't say anything about taking 10. And you already can take 10 on Heal outside of combat and other stressful situations. Also, I am okay engineering the nature of a death to fit the requirements. Either because it's going to happen anyhow, or because a player wants to change characters.
Damned approved
That one can start as turned on. The outsider will just interfere in your affairs at some point, to play out the existing relationship.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-09T21:38:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8742020-06-09T16:02:01Z2020-06-09T15:59:30Z<p><b>Skill Unlocks</b> approved
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<b>Deny the Reaper</b> approved•
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<b>Power of Suggestion</b> approved••
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<b>Power-Hungry</b> approved
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<b>Surgeon's Tools</b> legal</p>
<p>•Like the previous story feat, you would not be able to meet this prerequisite pre-gameplay. You may still take it, and wait for the benefit to start. Personally, I would love to kill a PC for you :-Þ</p>
<p>••There will be a LOT of GM adjudication involved in the practical use of this trait, so I want to make sure you have some idea of how I would rule:</p>
<p>-Since the trait does not mention an action type, it defaults to "<b>Action</b>: Attempting to deceive someone takes at least 1 round, but can possibly take longer if the lie is elaborate (as determined by the GM on a case-by-case basis)."</p>
<p>-Like illusions and saves to disbelieve, interacting with the object or seeing you take an action which conflicts with the lie, would grant an immediate Sense Motive check.</p>
<p>-Let's run through some alternates for the base example of glaive/quarterstaff:</p>
<p><b>DC 25</b>
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-glaive/greatclub (different shape)
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-glaive/shortspear (different size)
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-glaive/darkwood quarterstaff (different color)</p>
<p><b>The target wants to believe you</b> (+5) NPCs are hostile and expecting a threat, and you say a fishing pole is a quarterstaff.</p>
<p><b>The lie is unlikely</b> (-5) The glaive is a masterwork quarterstaff.</p>
<p><b>The lie is far-fetched</b> (-10) The glaive is a magical quarterstaff.</p>
<p><b>The lie is impossible</b> (-20) The glaive is an artifact quarterstaff.</p>
<p><b>You possess convincing proof</b> (up to +10) The glaive is currently under magical effects which make it function like an appropriately enchanted quarterstaff.</p>Skill Unlocks approved
Deny the Reaper approved*
Power of Suggestion approved**
Power-Hungry approved
Surgeon's Tools legal
*Like the previous story feat, you would not be able to meet this prerequisite pre-gameplay. You may still take it, and wait for the benefit to start. Personally, I would love to kill a PC for you :-Þ
**There will be a LOT of GM adjudication involved in the practical use of this trait, so I want to make sure you have some idea of how I would rule:
-Since the trait...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-09T15:59:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8692020-06-08T20:45:45Z2020-06-08T20:45:45Z<p>D'oh! I totally misread the skill unlocks. I thought 10 ranks healed 2 hp per level, but it's 4x.</p>D'oh! I totally misread the skill unlocks. I thought 10 ranks healed 2 hp per level, but it's 4x.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-08T20:45:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8662020-06-08T14:50:37Z2020-06-08T14:50:37Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>EDIT: When I hit submit your previous post went through.</blockquote><p>First time getting assassinated by the PbP ninjas? Don't worry, the wounds heal faster every time.
<p>If you're going for Healer's Hands, <a href="https://aonprd.com/FeatDisplay.aspx?ItemName=Incredible%20Healer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> Incredible Healer</a> is a must, IMO.</p>Tycoon wrote:EDIT: When I hit submit your previous post went through.
First time getting assassinated by the PbP ninjas? Don't worry, the wounds heal faster every time. If you're going for Healer's Hands, Incredible Healer is a must, IMO.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-08T14:50:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8612020-06-08T06:10:20Z2020-06-08T06:10:20Z<p>Renee's mother passed away a little after midnight. I may be spotty for a bit, depending on mood and circumstances.</p>Renee's mother passed away a little after midnight. I may be spotty for a bit, depending on mood and circumstances.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-08T06:10:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8592020-06-08T03:01:39Z2020-06-08T03:00:49Z<p><b>@Zenizar</b>: Please describe your negotiation mechanic, the one that Marina does. We are going to use it, but based off of Appraise.</p>@Zenizar: Please describe your negotiation mechanic, the one that Marina does. We are going to use it, but based off of Appraise.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-08T03:00:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8582020-06-08T02:33:13Z2020-06-08T02:32:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>Also, at the risk of shooting myself in the foot, you can typically only take 20 on tasks that have no penalty for failure, as it’s expected you fail many times while attempting. Can we take 20 on the Perception side of disabling traps?</blockquote><p>Yes. If the trap would be triggered by a failed search, it would also be triggered by a successful search, i.e. only an incompetent searcher sets off traps while finding thrm.Tycoon wrote:Also, at the risk of shooting myself in the foot, you can typically only take 20 on tasks that have no penalty for failure, as it’s expected you fail many times while attempting. Can we take 20 on the Perception side of disabling traps?
Yes. If the trap would be triggered by a failed search, it would also be triggered by a successful search, i.e. only an incompetent searcher sets off traps while finding thrm.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-08T02:32:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=18#8522020-06-07T23:23:13Z2020-06-07T23:23:13Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>That seems to completely shut off any appeal to the Pact Servant. </blockquote><p>Only if Sacred Summons is crucial to your plan. Otherwise, I think the Pact Servant/Asmodean Advocate looks like a lot of fun for this campaign.Tycoon wrote:That seems to completely shut off any appeal to the Pact Servant.
Only if Sacred Summons is crucial to your plan. Otherwise, I think the Pact Servant/Asmodean Advocate looks like a lot of fun for this campaign.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-07T23:23:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8502020-06-07T23:11:58Z2020-06-07T23:06:21Z<p>In hindsight . . .</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">CRB wrote:</div><blockquote><b>Chaotic, Evil, Good, and Lawful Spells</b>: A cleric can't cast spells of an alignment opposed to her own or her deity's (if she has one). Spells associated with particular alignments are indicated by the chaotic, evil, good, and lawful descriptors in their spell descriptions.</blockquote><p>That means your build would be prohibited from casting evil <i>and</i> good spells, as well as chaotic.In hindsight . . .
CRB wrote:Chaotic, Evil, Good, and Lawful Spells: A cleric can't cast spells of an alignment opposed to her own or her deity's (if she has one). Spells associated with particular alignments are indicated by the chaotic, evil, good, and lawful descriptors in their spell descriptions.
That means your build would be prohibited from casting evil and good spells, as well as chaotic.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-07T23:06:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8482020-06-07T21:21:36Z2020-06-07T21:21:36Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Cassius Macero wrote:</div><blockquote>The rules for Alignment spells is that you can’t cast a spell opposed to your <i>deity’s</i> so I could cast them fine.</blockquote><p>Incorrect.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">CRB wrote:</div><blockquote><b>Spells</b>: A cleric casts divine spells which are drawn from the cleric spell list presented in Spell Lists. <i>Her alignment, however, may restrict her from casting certain spells opposed to her moral or ethical beliefs</i>; see chaotic, evil, good, and lawful spells. A cleric must choose and prepare her spells in advance.</blockquote><p>Casting prohibition is off your alignment, not your aura.Cassius Macero wrote:The rules for Alignment spells is that you can’t cast a spell opposed to your deity’s so I could cast them fine.
Incorrect. CRB wrote:Spells: A cleric casts divine spells which are drawn from the cleric spell list presented in Spell Lists. Her alignment, however, may restrict her from casting certain spells opposed to her moral or ethical beliefs; see chaotic, evil, good, and lawful spells. A cleric must choose and prepare her spells in advance.
Casting prohibition is...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-07T21:21:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8452020-06-07T16:07:12Z2020-06-07T16:07:12Z<p><b>Pact Servant</b> approved•
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<b>Antagonize</b> approved
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<b>Sacred Summons</b> approved••</p>
<p>•First, this only applies to <i>your</i> alignment. Your aura would still be lawful evil. Second, you must be consistent across all applicable choices. Any time the class description says "A good cleric (or one who worships a good deity)", you must base it off your alignment rather than your deity's. Third, per your backstory idea in Discord, and to make sense of your extensive travels, I would require the character to be at least middle aged, including the ability score bonuses and penalties.</p>
<p>••Playing a lawful good cleric of Asmodeus would prevent you from using this feat.</p>
<p><b>Nemesis</b> approved</p>
<p><b>Additional Traits</b> legal (or at least should have been)
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<b>Concilator</b> approved•••
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<b>Elemental Familiar</b> approved
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<b>Observant</b> pending ••••
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<b>Lamellar</b> keep in mind that this is rare in Taldor, i.e. more expensive and attracts more attention</p>
<p>•••You would need to fulfill the prerequisite in game before being able to benefit from this feat. But yes, you may choose it at creation, and it just won't be in effect right away.</p>
<p>••••You would need to be a member of the Pathfinder Society and its relevant faction, and work that into your backstory.</p>
<p><b>Evasion</b> Read both texts carefully. One may say that you get improved evasion, if you already have evasion. But yes, using the retraining rules on one of the abilities is a possibility.</p>
<p><b>Disable Device</b> I do require that the disabler be able to perceive the trap, though not necessarily the first person to find it. At a practical level, this means that it may take longer in game; and if Avery's take 20 result is only 29 Perception, he will not be able to disable a trap that is DC 30+ to perceive.</p>Pact Servant approved*
Antagonize approved
Sacred Summons approved**
*First, this only applies to your alignment. Your aura would still be lawful evil. Second, you must be consistent across all applicable choices. Any time the class description says "A good cleric (or one who worships a good deity)", you must base it off your alignment rather than your deity's. Third, per your backstory idea in Discord, and to make sense of your extensive travels, I would require the character to be at least...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-07T16:07:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8302020-06-06T01:21:39Z2020-06-06T01:19:49Z<p>The Asmodean advocate is definitely over powered, but looks like a lot of fun, so totally going to allow it. Just remember that you are spies. Your relationship with the law isn't always monogamous and faithful.</p>The Asmodean advocate is definitely over powered, but looks like a lot of fun, so totally going to allow it. Just remember that you are spies. Your relationship with the law isn't always monogamous and faithful.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-06T01:19:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8262020-06-05T22:23:58Z2020-06-05T22:23:58Z<p><b>Overlooked Mastermind</b> approved</p>Overlooked Mastermind approvedGM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-05T22:23:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8212020-06-05T16:53:54Z2020-06-05T16:53:54Z<p>Let's officially go with variant multi-classing instead of normal. Prestige classes are still allowed, as those are different from multi-classing (at least in my mind, if not the actual rules). Just keep in mind, the feat replacements of VMC still apply even after/during prestige class levels.</p>
<p><b>Mutation Warrior</b> approved
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<b>Possessed Hand</b> declined•</p>
<p>•This could be an option for casters, but definitely not for a non-caster.</p>Let's officially go with variant multi-classing instead of normal. Prestige classes are still allowed, as those are different from multi-classing (at least in my mind, if not the actual rules). Just keep in mind, the feat replacements of VMC still apply even after/during prestige class levels.
Mutation Warrior approved
Possessed Hand declined*
*This could be an option for casters, but definitely not for a non-caster.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-05T16:53:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8172020-06-04T23:37:16Z2020-06-04T23:37:16Z<p>Nobody has mentioned multi-classing yet, which is part of why I'm willing to make the change.</p>Nobody has mentioned multi-classing yet, which is part of why I'm willing to make the change.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-04T23:37:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8142020-06-04T23:04:29Z2020-06-04T23:04:29Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote> Here’s a bit of a curveball. What are your thoughts on <a href=" http://legacy.aonprd.com/unchained/skillsAndOptions/variantMulticlassing.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Variant Multiclassing?</a></blockquote><p>I would be okay with this, but since it is an entirely new system rather than just one specific option, I don't want to rule without feedback from the whole table. I could see this leading to an existing PC getting reworked from scratch, and don't want to just dump that on an unsuspecting player.
<p>How does everyone else feel about replacing normal multi-classing with this alternate system?</p>Tycoon wrote:Here’s a bit of a curveball. What are your thoughts on Variant Multiclassing?
I would be okay with this, but since it is an entirely new system rather than just one specific option, I don't want to rule without feedback from the whole table. I could see this leading to an existing PC getting reworked from scratch, and don't want to just dump that on an unsuspecting player. How does everyone else feel about replacing normal multi-classing with this alternate system?GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-04T23:04:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8112020-06-03T12:29:46Z2020-06-03T12:29:46Z<p><b>Rondelero Duelist</b> approved
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<b>Power Attack</b> legal
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<b>Enforcer</b> approved
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<b>Hurtful</b> declined
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<b>Embrace of the Dark Fey</b> approved•
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<b>Heart of the Fey</b> legal (I think I changed the guidelines somewhere to allow all racial alternatives on AoN)
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<b>Bonus Feat</b> legal
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<b>Blade of Mercy</b> approved
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<b>Bruising Intellect</b> legal
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<b>Taldan Patriot</b> legal
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<b>Sentimental</b> approved ••</p>
<p>•Be warned, this is the type of backstory that gives the GM license to have fun at your character's expense.</p>
<p>••This needs to be worked into the personality.</p>Rondelero Duelist approved
Power Attack legal
Enforcer approved
Hurtful declined
Embrace of the Dark Fey approved*
Heart of the Fey legal (I think I changed the guidelines somewhere to allow all racial alternatives on AoN)
Bonus Feat legal
Blade of Mercy approved
Bruising Intellect legal
Taldan Patriot legal
Sentimental approved **
*Be warned, this is the type of backstory that gives the GM license to have fun at your character's expense.
**This needs to be worked into the personality.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-03T12:29:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8092020-06-01T02:01:04Z2020-06-01T01:56:21Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>CRB and Ultimate Equipment are the only Unrestricted books, correct? The rest are by permission only?</blockquote><p>Correct, although most stuff will be approved. The big exception is <i>Occult Adventures</i>.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>Most typical front-liners just don’t have the skills or abilities I’d want to really enjoy myself . . . . The Player’s Guide for WftC recommended Diplomacy, Bluff, and Sense Motive in Social Combat, which I do want to actively participate in.</blockquote><p><a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=13#627" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Relevant and Important Post</b></a>. "<i>Social</i> Encounter" is incredibly misleading. A barbarian, <a href="https://aonprd.com/ArchetypeDisplay.aspx?FixedName=Fighter%20Tactician" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">tactician</a>, or <a href="https://aonprd.com/ArchetypeDisplay.aspx?FixedName=Fighter%20Lore%20Warden" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">lore warden</a> would tie you for most useful party member during social encounters. A ranger would be the best PC.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>All that considered, would a Monster Tactician be appropriate, welcome or allowed?</blockquote><p>When asking for approval, please include links. There is a lot of duplicate terminology to complicate searches, plus the fact that "The clearer you make things for me, the more time and energy I have to be creative for you." But yes, it would be allowed.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>If so, would summons be “enough” of a front liner?</blockquote><p>Probably not. There are other challenges, but the biggest is that your DPS becomes a finite and diminishing resource. The enemy will be raking his claws and thrusting his spear long after you run out of summons.Tycoon wrote:CRB and Ultimate Equipment are the only Unrestricted books, correct? The rest are by permission only?
Correct, although most stuff will be approved. The big exception is Occult Adventures. Tycoon wrote:Most typical front-liners just don’t have the skills or abilities I’d want to really enjoy myself . . . . The Player’s Guide for WftC recommended Diplomacy, Bluff, and Sense Motive in Social Combat, which I do want to actively participate in.
Relevant and Important Post. "Social...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-06-01T01:56:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8072020-05-31T14:20:27Z2020-05-31T14:20:27Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>Are we just jumping in on this thread or starting a fresh one for the AP?</blockquote><p>Planning here, since a lot of the info is already here. Actual play will be in a new thread.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>When do I meet my new allies in arms?</blockquote><p>Soon as the adventure starts, though what exactly that means depends on how quickly I finish creating some NPCs. I would like to do some stuff before the book begins, IF I can prep in time.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>Will we be able to explore avenues that may not be explicitly spelled out in the AP, such as becoming public figures?</blockquote><p>In general, absolutely. In specific, spy/public figure is a risky combination; enter at your own risk.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote>Also, I have a discord, Trout #7261</blockquote><p>Friend request sent.Tycoon wrote:Are we just jumping in on this thread or starting a fresh one for the AP?
Planning here, since a lot of the info is already here. Actual play will be in a new thread. Tycoon wrote:When do I meet my new allies in arms?
Soon as the adventure starts, though what exactly that means depends on how quickly I finish creating some NPCs. I would like to do some stuff before the book begins, IF I can prep in time. Tycoon wrote:Will we be able to explore avenues that may not be explicitly...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-31T14:20:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8052020-05-30T23:00:05Z2020-05-30T22:59:33Z<p>Zenizar runs our server, he can send you an invite.</p>Zenizar runs our server, he can send you an invite.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T22:59:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8032020-05-30T22:26:56Z2020-05-30T22:26:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tycoon wrote:</div><blockquote> Good to be here. Is <a href=" https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkul/recruiting&page=last" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>this</b></a> the proper character creation guideline?</blockquote><p>Yes, though I think we made some changes in the Discussion thread.Tycoon wrote:Good to be here. Is this the proper character creation guideline?
Yes, though I think we made some changes in the Discussion thread.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T22:26:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#162020-05-30T22:03:51Z2020-05-30T22:03:51Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">PatheticWretch wrote:</div><blockquote> Thanks for your consideration. I’m the event you need replacements, please consider the rest of us! </blockquote><p>I will most likely be starting a second table of WftC in 6-12 months.PatheticWretch wrote:Thanks for your consideration. I’m the event you need replacements, please consider the rest of us!
I will most likely be starting a second table of WftC in 6-12 months.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T22:03:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Granta's AP Planning - DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=17#8012020-05-30T20:16:31Z2020-05-30T20:16:31Z<p><b>@Tycoon</b>: <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/discussion&page=12#572" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Here</b></a> is where the current iteration of this game started; I believe we had one aborted start, a reboot at level 2, and then lost Mr. Hebeme during the current character creation.</p>
<p>There's more to say, but I'll stop there and wait for questions.</p>@Tycoon: Here is where the current iteration of this game started; I believe we had one aborted start, a reboot at level 2, and then lost Mr. Hebeme during the current character creation.
There's more to say, but I'll stop there and wait for questions.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T20:16:31ZForums: Play-by-Post: War for the CrownGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7v/gameplay#12020-05-30T20:09:00Z2020-05-30T20:08:40Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Please ninja dot by making a post and then deleting it. Do not post anything else in Gameplay until the official start.</span></p>Please ninja dot by making a post and then deleting it. Do not post anything else in Gameplay until the official start.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T20:08:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#142020-05-30T20:03:37Z2020-05-30T20:03:37Z<p><b>@Tycoon</b>: Please hop on over to our planning <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/GMGrantasAPPlanning/gameplay&page=last" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">thread</a>.</p>
<p>And thank you to the rest of the guinea pigs for sticking with us through this new recruitment process.</p>@Tycoon: Please hop on over to our planning thread.
And thank you to the rest of the guinea pigs for sticking with us through this new recruitment process.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T20:03:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#122020-05-30T12:14:21Z2020-05-30T12:14:21Z<p>I will post the decision as soon as we are done discussing, which should be by tomorrow night.</p>I will post the decision as soon as we are done discussing, which should be by tomorrow night.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T12:14:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: WftC Recruitment - Round 2GM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/gameplay#252020-05-30T12:12:45Z2020-05-30T12:12:45Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b><span class=messageboard-bigger>•••GM ANNOUNCEMENT•••</span></b></span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Role-play closed.</span></p>***GM ANNOUNCEMENT***
Role-play closed.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-30T12:12:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#112020-05-29T18:14:14Z2020-05-29T18:14:14Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dumm wrote:</div><blockquote>Is there some kind of check I can make here? And how are rolls handled? As-built, Dumm doesn't actually have any sailoring skills, I'm just kind of improvising.</blockquote><p>For simplicity, let's just say that opposed checks roll unmodified d20s and unopposed checks automatically succeed.Dumm wrote:Is there some kind of check I can make here? And how are rolls handled? As-built, Dumm doesn't actually have any sailoring skills, I'm just kind of improvising.
For simplicity, let's just say that opposed checks roll unmodified d20s and unopposed checks automatically succeed.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-29T18:14:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#102020-05-29T02:17:36Z2020-05-29T02:13:28Z<p>My GM profile now has a section about some of my rulings and interpretations, which should give you a better idea of my GMing style. I strongly encourage you to read it all, as my style is not for everyone.</p>
<p>If you've gotten this far in the recruitment, it's unlikely that you would hate the way I GM, but that doesn't mean you would actively enjoy it either. And if there's any information that would help you figure out whether you'd have fun with us, ask away.</p>My GM profile now has a section about some of my rulings and interpretations, which should give you a better idea of my GMing style. I strongly encourage you to read it all, as my style is not for everyone.
If you've gotten this far in the recruitment, it's unlikely that you would hate the way I GM, but that doesn't mean you would actively enjoy it either. And if there's any information that would help you figure out whether you'd have fun with us, ask away.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-29T02:13:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: WftC Recruitment - Round 2GM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/gameplay#132020-05-28T12:51:36Z2020-05-28T12:50:27Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b><span class=messageboard-bigger>•••GM ANNOUNCEMENT•••</span></b></span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>In order to create some conflict for y'all to resolve, I'm going to hold down the fast forward button for a while.</span></p>
<p>A month into the journey, a storm damages <i>Besmara's Wrath</i> and blows it off course. Rushing repairs and then risking some dangerous waters provides a small chance of delivering the shipment on time, but every other option guarantees a late arrival and minimal profits, at best.</p>***GM ANNOUNCEMENT***
In order to create some conflict for y'all to resolve, I'm going to hold down the fast forward button for a while.
A month into the journey, a storm damages Besmara's Wrath and blows it off course. Rushing repairs and then risking some dangerous waters provides a small chance of delivering the shipment on time, but every other option guarantees a late arrival and minimal profits, at best.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-28T12:50:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: WftC Recruitment - Round 2GM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/gameplay#22020-05-26T19:21:32Z2020-05-26T12:31:41Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">"Lord Vitori wrote:</div><blockquote><p><b>"...Yes, that one first, then the wide one. It's important they remain organized, don't just load them haphazardly. I will be checking the hold before we depart, if anyone decides to be lazy they won't see any coin for today."</b> Vitori stands on the docks, directing a local crew of porters as they load crates onto the ship. He had been there since first dawn ensuring a proper and timely departure, and his preparations were nearly complete; they should be ready to leave within the hour. Confident his lackeys could handle what little work remains, Vitori turns from them and climbs the gangway onto the boat.</p>
<p><b>"Captain!"</b> Vitori shouts when he steps onto the deck, and a smile breaks across his face when he spots Sabjorn. <b>"Ah, there you are. My men have nearly finished loading our cargo, I do hope your ship will be ready."</b> Vitori's eyes scanned the crew, sizing them up with a curious gaze. <b>"I don't see Blanchbeak, I assume you've parted ways?"</b> Without waiting for an answer he continues. <b>"It matters not, I'm honored to finally offer my patronage. It seemed as though every time opportunity arose, our paths never aligned."</b> He waves a ringed finger over to Drystan. <b>"But that is in the past! This is Drystan Goldenflame, he and I will both be accompanying you on this voyage. No matter the confidence I have in you, I would like to see what fruits my investments may bear with my own eyes."</b> Raising an eyebrow he continues, <b>"That won't be an issue, I hope."</b></blockquote><p>"Lord Vitori wrote:"...Yes, that one first, then the wide one. It's important they remain organized, don't just load them haphazardly. I will be checking the hold before we depart, if anyone decides to be lazy they won't see any coin for today." Vitori stands on the docks, directing a local crew of porters as they load crates onto the ship. He had been there since first dawn ensuring a proper and timely departure, and his preparations were nearly complete; they should be ready to leave within...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-26T12:31:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#92020-05-26T12:30:21Z2020-05-26T12:30:21Z<p>Yeah, my post was way too vague. Copying over your start post now . . .</p>Yeah, my post was way too vague. Copying over your start post now . . .GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-26T12:30:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#52020-05-25T19:17:23Z2020-05-25T19:17:23Z<p>Sabjorn Thrice-Drowned: captain
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Callius: first mate
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Darius: crew
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Malfoy the Moneylender: crew
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Sodium Telluride: crew
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Lord Vitori: passenger
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Sir Drystan Goldenflame: passenger</p>
<p>Backstory:</p>
<p>Captain Sabjorn recently exiled a well liked member of the crew, Blanchbeak. Unfortunately, Blanchbeak was also their contact with several employers. The captain heard Lord Vitori often has need for a ship in their line of work, and has approached him.</p>
<p>As a test, Lord Vitori has hired the ship for a mission, and is tagging along to see how they do. Sir Drystan Goldenflame is his bodyguard.</p>
<p>Details about individual motivations will be PMed, and should remain secret—so if you have any questions, send them privately. I tried to keep the motivations simple and vague, so that you can improvise more easily.</p>
<p>That's it for now, let's get started!</p>Sabjorn Thrice-Drowned: captain
Callius: first mate
Darius: crew
Malfoy the Moneylender: crew
Sodium Telluride: crew
Lord Vitori: passenger
Sir Drystan Goldenflame: passenger
Backstory:
Captain Sabjorn recently exiled a well liked member of the crew, Blanchbeak. Unfortunately, Blanchbeak was also their contact with several employers. The captain heard Lord Vitori often has need for a ship in their line of work, and has approached him.
As a test, Lord Vitori has hired the ship for a...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-25T19:17:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#32020-05-24T22:48:22Z2020-05-24T22:48:22Z<p>We are still short one PC and all three NPCs, so pushing back the start time until Tuesday morning.</p>We are still short one PC and all three NPCs, so pushing back the start time until Tuesday morning.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-24T22:48:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: War for the Crown Recruitment Role-PlayGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl6b/gameplay&page=2#532020-05-22T14:07:45Z2020-05-22T14:07:45Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b><span class=messageboard-bigger>•••GM ANNOUNCEMENT•••</span></b></span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 1 closed.</span></p>***GM ANNOUNCEMENT***
Round 1 closed.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-22T14:07:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl6b/discussion#322020-05-22T19:15:32Z2020-05-22T14:06:05Z<p><b>Everyone</b>: Thank you for your interest and participation. I apologize for the speed bumps along the way; this was my first time recruiting like this, and there were definitely some errors in the trial.</p>
<p><b>Tycoon, PatheticWretch, SodiumTelluride, and Ouachitonian</b>: please report to <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/gameplay&page=last" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>round 2</b></a> with a new PC.</p>Everyone: Thank you for your interest and participation. I apologize for the speed bumps along the way; this was my first time recruiting like this, and there were definitely some errors in the trial.
Tycoon, PatheticWretch, SodiumTelluride, and Ouachitonian: please report to round 2 with a new PC.GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-22T14:06:05ZForums: Play-by-Post Discussion: WftC Recruitment - Round 2 DiscussionGM Granta (alias of Granta)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivl7a/discussion#12020-05-22T14:00:00Z2020-05-22T14:00:00Z<p>Round 2 will begin Monday morning (ET) and finish Saturday morning. We are looking for 4-5 posts spread out across the 5 days. Character motivations will be sent via PM this time, and should remain secret. The setting is a pirate ship, but you can still bring any character—remember, it needs to be a different PC than you used in round 1. If your preferred character doesn't fit the setting, I will come up with some sort of explanation that makes sense; just play who you want and don't worry.</p>
<p>As always, if you have any questions, please post them here.</p>Round 2 will begin Monday morning (ET) and finish Saturday morning. We are looking for 4-5 posts spread out across the 5 days. Character motivations will be sent via PM this time, and should remain secret. The setting is a pirate ship, but you can still bring any character--remember, it needs to be a different PC than you used in round 1. If your preferred character doesn't fit the setting, I will come up with some sort of explanation that makes sense; just play who you want and don't worry.
...GM Granta (alias of Granta)2020-05-22T14:00:00Z