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Face, semi tanky, hells reject I am not sure I’d describe Mercedes exactly like that, but sure, you’ve got me! I’d describe her as a tough, melee brawler with the divine power to be a very frightening force for [LAW]. She should have something to do both in and out of combat, most of the time, and introduce a very, “not nice or good, but at least she’s on our side…?” kind of reaction from the other PCs.
@ Liliyashanina - please check your Private Messages. I think my previous question about the Hellknight Signifer class were misunderstood and then largely forgotten. Answers aren't urgent, as Mercedes wouldn't be taking levels in the PrC until Character Level 7 at the earliest, but I appreciate your thoughts. Thanks! I look forward to selection time!
Arcane Hellknight Signifer Awesome, but what about an Oracle? A divine character who doesn’t get Channel Energy… my proposed PC is not an arcane caster. (Also, I’m tracking that a couple of Mysteries give Channel Energy, but the majority don’t. I struggle to imagine a Life Oracle entering the Hellknight Orders…)
@Liliyashanina - I think my question was lost in the shuffle. Can you speak to your thoughts here? If you agree that the Hellknight Signifer is a somewhat lackluster PrC, I'd like to discuss some improvements to the class, especially as it's somewhat schizophrenic and trying to be two classes in one (arcane and divine). If we could discuss how to make some class features work (for example, Mercedes will get Alignment Channel at level 1, in spite of not having Channel Energy...) and give the class something fun at the levels that are all about arcane spellcasters I would be very happy!
Introduction:
Armiger Mercedes Acidinus looked through the alchemically clouded mask she wore, keeping her expression calm and neutral so as not to share her thoughts with anyone watching. The crusader outpost was a mess, shamefully so, and if she were in charge there would be lashes doled out liberally to the slack-offs failing to keep things up to standard. "Who is in charge here? Why are things in such bad shape?" she asked the guard. He looked awful too - unshaven, his uniform dirty, and the pike he held in need of repair. "You look like garbage and so does your post. The demons won't even have a hard time cutting you down. Stand up straight and accept my rebuke, soldier! You can feel sorry for yourself when you're dead, until then fix yourself!"
As the little man muttered in embarrassment and shame she stood stoically until he gathered his composure. Once he had directed her to a nearby sergeant she strode over purposefully, her heavy armor clanking heavily as she moved. It was impossible to doubt her affiliation (Hellknight) and the polished black steel reflected the cloudy afternoon light with a mirror-like sheen. Mercedes knew she was intimidating and that was how she liked it. The sergeant had to look up at her, something that made her smile internally (though her lips never moved from her perpetual sneer). "That man needs to correction," she says, gesturing at the guard. "As his superior I intend to hold you responsible. Have him cleaned up the next time I see you both or I will ensure you are whipped bloody. My healing magic will prevent your death, but it will hurt and you will both learn the consequences of letting yourselves fail in your duties. Do you understand?" she asks, tilting her head down at him to accentuate her imposing height over the shorter man. He nodded before gulping and escorting her to the Post Commander, a junior officer who couldn't have seen as much combat in his life as Mercedes. However, she nodded her head respectfully to the man - a worshipper of Sarenrae by his uniform - and then presented her papers. Standing silently at a vigilant at-ease Mercedes waited for him to read her orders. When he was done he looked at her and scratched his head - so far the only sign he wasn't fully in control of himself she'd seen. "A Hellknight Signifer in-training, able to heal or fight on the frontline...trustworthy, stern, and capable...I know just where you're needed, Armiger Acidinus. Requests for capable and versatile warriors have been sent and you are a worthy fit. You will be going to Kenabres, to a redoubt named Defender's Heart. The city has been largely destroyed by a major demonic offensive and the Crusade has secured an inn as their base of operations. You will be given directions by my quartermaster, along with some supplies, and leave as soon as you are able. They need you there yesterday. Any questions?" he asked as he wrote an addendum to her orders, stamped them, and signed them with a quill pen at his desk. For the first time in many days Mercedes nearly smiled. "No, Sir, no questions. You are wise to recognize my value. I recommend you get your post in the same condition as your judgement - right now it does not reflect you well," she says as she turns to go. "You b****! How dare you?" she heard behind her head. "...Because you know it is true, and because I can," she said with a hungry smile he couldn't see. "Hold the line against the demonic hordes, sir. You have potential..." Then, as the Commander spluttered behind her, Mercedes stepped out of the room to find the Quartermaster. She still had some distance to go if she was to arrive 'yesterday' and didn't intend to wait. Besides, this post was likely doomed to failure if the Commander didn't get his ego out of the way and she had no intent to be here to see it fall. There was more she could do at Defender's Heart and she was eager to begin. I'm not sure these are needed/desired, but I felt inspired after reading Sahala's story. Hope this gives an idea of what can be expected from Mercedes and that you enjoy reading it!
Indeed! We will be a fun pair together, both in combat and RP!
I'd like to present Mercedes Acidinus, Oracle of the Godclaw and Hellknight Signifer in-training. I'm not great at handling the aliases yet, but the MythWeavers sheet should be complete. Is her background, found there, detailed enough? TLDR - Mercedes is a stone-cold b****, Lawful Evil, worships Asmodeus (and reveres the Godclaw), intends to be in the middle of melee dishing out punishment to anything [Chaotic], and admires the cruelty and focus of Erinyes Devils. She's not nice, but she is trustworthy...enough. @LiliyashaninaIf you agree that the Hellknight Signifer is a somewhat lackluster PrC, I'd like to discuss some improvements to the class, especially as it's somewhat schizophrenic and trying to be two classes in one (arcane and divine). If we could discuss how to make some class features work (for example, Mercedes will get Alignment Channel at level 1, in spite of not having Channel Energy...) and give the class something fun at the levels that are all about arcane spellcasters I would be very happy! I hope everyone likes/enjoys-hating Mercedes! Boring Mechanics: |