paizo.com Recent Posts by Mokmurian the Greatpaizo.com Recent Posts by Mokmurian the Great2024-03-28T21:34:48Z2024-03-28T21:34:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=5#2212024-03-28T21:47:25Z2024-03-28T21:34:48Z<p>Don't get me wrong - Shocking Grasp is not a bad spell, and I'll probably take it at 2nd or 3rd level (as a matter of fact, one of the spells I currently have on Zeldrith is Chill Touch), but I feel like spells like Shield and Blade Tutor's Spirit are more useful.</p>
<p>I suppose it's probably a matter of my playstyle - in my mind, magus spellcasting is more like ranger or paladin spellcasting - a way to apply buffs and use touch spells layered on what is primarily a martial class, and the primary reason they get 3/4 spellcasting rather than 1/2 spellcasting like the ranger is because there are so many more good arcane buffs and obscure touch spells for a melee martial class.</p>Don't get me wrong - Shocking Grasp is not a bad spell, and I'll probably take it at 2nd or 3rd level (as a matter of fact, one of the spells I currently have on Zeldrith is Chill Touch), but I feel like spells like Shield and Blade Tutor's Spirit are more useful.
I suppose it's probably a matter of my playstyle - in my mind, magus spellcasting is more like ranger or paladin spellcasting - a way to apply buffs and use touch spells layered on what is primarily a martial class, and the primary...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-28T21:34:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=4#1812024-03-28T21:47:25Z2024-03-28T21:32:40Z<p>As the last goblin falls, Zeldrith looks around wildly for more enemies, only truly relaxing once Father Zantus and the other civilians appear. Pulling a blood-stained rag from one of his pockets, he wipes down the longsword and sheaths it with the air of a professional. As Ano speaks with her family about her battle-rage, his eyebrows raise in concern, but he remains silent.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"My father has told me of warriors like you among the Quahs. We have a phrase; 'my blood ignites.' Spoken in anger, to tell someone they've offended you. But for some it is quite literal, latent power in their blood coming to the surface to grant magical strength in battle. They are rare...<i>you</i> are rare. And Sandpoint is very lucky to have you. Take pride, and work to hone this power, and none shall ever your home again."</b></blockquote><p>As Donimah speaks, Zeldrith frowns and interjects. <b>"You have power, Ano - but it is important to know how to <i>use</i> it. Earlier, you nearly struck Arrian when he tried to heal you, and you injured Cherry when he tried to stop you. If you have power but no discipline, you'll hurt those close to you."</b>
<p>As Donimah and Persephone discuss the nature of the goblin attack, Zeldrith scowls and spits. <b>"Hobgoblins. I'd bet my life on it. Goblins as a whole aren't coordinated enough to mount an attack like this - but when I fought in the Goblinblood Wars, there were a few hobgoblin commanders who could whip them into a fighting force. 'Runtbosses,' I think they were called. Fanatics who believed that their god had chosen them to rule. A few of them must have come north from the Mushfens."</b></p>
<p>He nods at Donimah's words. <b>"If they have the numbers, they'll return in greater force. If they're following standard hobgoblin procedure, any who played major roles in the defense against the raid - probably the Sheriff, the Mayor, and Father Zantus - will be marked for death, visited by killers in the night before the next raid. Also, I doubt we'll get them all today - some goblins from the raid will probably hide in the town. They'll come out and kill when the next raid starts, unless we ferret them out."</b></p>
<p>The mercenary glances around the square. <b>"It looks like the Cathedral is secure - if we can get the civilians inside and barricade the entrances, we can hold out there until we're sure the raid is driven out. A few of the warriors should check the nearby streets, make sure anyone who didn't get to safety can get back here to the square."</b> He nods to the half-orc and the changeling. <b>"I'd like to take at least Arrian or Persephone, if they're willing. They can handle themselves in a fight, and we'll need healers to make sure any casualties are stable enough to take back here. Anyone else willing to go with me?"</b></p>As the last goblin falls, Zeldrith looks around wildly for more enemies, only truly relaxing once Father Zantus and the other civilians appear. Pulling a blood-stained rag from one of his pockets, he wipes down the longsword and sheaths it with the air of a professional. As Ano speaks with her family about her battle-rage, his eyebrows raise in concern, but he remains silent.
Donimah wrote:"My father has told me of warriors like you among the Quahs. We have a phrase; 'my blood ignites.'...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-28T21:32:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=5#2162024-03-28T17:03:22Z2024-03-28T16:44:34Z<p>Yeah - Eldritch Scions get their Spellstrike abilities delayed in return for their bloodrager bloodline abilities, so despite the whole 'Dex-based magus scimitar spam' thing to take advantage of the critical hit range, for Eldritch Scions, it's often better to just do a Str-based bastard sword build - that way, you get a better damage die, and the time when your Spellstrike really comes to fruition is the time when you can afford the feats to let you one-hand it (besides which, all the really good touch spells are 2nd-level and above).</p>
<p>...My choice of this build for my Return of the Runelords character may or may not be influenced by the fact that the <a href="https://aonprd.com/MagicArtifactsDisplay.aspx?ItemName=Tannaris,%20Sword%20of%20Envy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">single best bastard sword in the game</a> (at least, from where I stand) is included in <i>The City Outside of Time.</i></p>Yeah - Eldritch Scions get their Spellstrike abilities delayed in return for their bloodrager bloodline abilities, so despite the whole 'Dex-based magus scimitar spam' thing to take advantage of the critical hit range, for Eldritch Scions, it's often better to just do a Str-based bastard sword build - that way, you get a better damage die, and the time when your Spellstrike really comes to fruition is the time when you can afford the feats to let you one-hand it (besides which, all the really...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-28T16:44:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=4#1742024-03-28T14:50:48Z2024-03-28T14:43:45Z<p>As the penultimate goblin falls, Zeldrith narrows his eyes at the war-chanter, his blade striking out like the fangs of a viper, angling for the goblin's neck. As he charges, he spits broken curses in Goblin - the extent of his knowledge of the language.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Longsword (Charge, Bless):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 4 + 2 + 1 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage (Arcane Strike):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 = 6</span></p>As the penultimate goblin falls, Zeldrith narrows his eyes at the war-chanter, his blade striking out like the fangs of a viper, angling for the goblin's neck. As he charges, he spits broken curses in Goblin - the extent of his knowledge of the language.
[dice=Longsword (Charge, Bless)]1d20+4+2+1[/dice]
[dice=Damage (Arcane Strike)]1d8+4+1[/dice]Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-28T14:43:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=19#9022024-03-27T21:50:49Z2024-03-27T21:23:05Z<p>After putting his gear somewhere it won't be a bother, Nidintu spends the first part of the day searching the hill around the trading post for a few herbs and spices he knows to grow wild in the area.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Survival (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10</span></p>
<p>About an hour later, he returns with a small basket full of plants he's managed to gather - he's only managed to find a few kinds of plants, but he has a fair few of each. As Oleg and the former bandit set up the tables for dinner, he jury-rigs a simple cutting board and basic drying rack - he initially tries to work inside, but after hitting his head twice and getting his horns stuck in a cross-beam once, he commandeers a small section of one of the tables to work in the open air, grumbling about tiny buildings. He listens to Linzi and Valerie chatting with Kesten for a while, a concerned look on his face, but he waits to speak until a lull in the conversation. <b>"Any news from Mendev, friend? A few years ago, I met a trader from Hajoth Hakados who said that they'd called another crusade - Kenabres still safe, I hope? My youngest girl is stationed there, and I haven't heard from her in years."</b></p>
<p>When he notices Kressle moving the heavy stew cauldron out to the yard - or more accurately, sees Amiri noticing Kressle move the heavy stew cauldron - he shakes his head and gets back to his work, smirking, though he does not join Morn in his teasing. As Svetlana starts working on the stew, he approaches, a few bundles of herbs in his hands. <b>"If you'd like some help, Svetlana, I'm a good cook - either way, I've got some herbs here for the meal. Some ramson, chive, and cicely - some southwood, too, but that's a bit too bitter for radishes, I think. Anyway, you're welcome to them."</b></p>After putting his gear somewhere it won't be a bother, Nidintu spends the first part of the day searching the hill around the trading post for a few herbs and spices he knows to grow wild in the area.
[dice=Survival (Trained)]1d20+5[/dice]
About an hour later, he returns with a small basket full of plants he's managed to gather - he's only managed to find a few kinds of plants, but he has a fair few of each. As Oleg and the former bandit set up the tables for dinner, he jury-rigs a simple...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T21:23:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=4#1622024-03-27T16:50:49Z2024-03-27T16:38:33Z<p>His eye drawn by Donimah's injuries and the goblin menacing the recumbent Arrian, Zeldrith moves around behind the group, striding through the burning sand without so much as a whimper of pain. As he moves into position, his fingers weave arcane patterns in the air again, but instead of casting a spell, he switches his blade to his seven-fingered hand, its tip shimmering with arcane energy as he drives it into the goblin's unprotected back.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Longsword Strike (Flanking, Bless):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 2 + 1 = 16</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage (Arcane Strike):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 1 = 10</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Moving diagonally through the Burning Sands to avoid an AoO - his Fire Resist 5 soaks up the damage from the spell.</span></p>His eye drawn by Donimah's injuries and the goblin menacing the recumbent Arrian, Zeldrith moves around behind the group, striding through the burning sand without so much as a whimper of pain. As he moves into position, his fingers weave arcane patterns in the air again, but instead of casting a spell, he switches his blade to his seven-fingered hand, its tip shimmering with arcane energy as he drives it into the goblin's unprotected back.
[dice=Longsword Strike (Flanking,...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T16:38:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=7#3092024-03-27T04:15:42Z2024-03-27T04:08:00Z<p>Sincerest apologies for the lack of posting - I hadn't gotten notifications for posts in this campaign for close to a month, so I had assumed that the game was dead. I am indeed still here and ready to continue.</p>Sincerest apologies for the lack of posting - I hadn't gotten notifications for posts in this campaign for close to a month, so I had assumed that the game was dead. I am indeed still here and ready to continue.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T04:08:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=14#6832024-03-27T04:15:42Z2024-03-27T04:07:43Z<p>In the furnace room, Nikolay slowly gets to his feet, his spindly body wracked by coughs, and rejoins the others in the area by the lake. He stands in silence for a moment, punctuated only by sporadic coughs as he tries to avoid the gaze of the others, before sighing and hanging his head. <b>"I'm sorry - I'm afraid I inhaled too much smoke in the furnace room. It's this accursed Teratogenesis B compound. Every day, the madness lasts longer, and my shearlung returns quicker - I'll probably be dead within the year. Still... If I had been faster, if I had been stronger, perhaps I could have saved Børak. In truth, it's my fault he's gone."</b></p>In the furnace room, Nikolay slowly gets to his feet, his spindly body wracked by coughs, and rejoins the others in the area by the lake. He stands in silence for a moment, punctuated only by sporadic coughs as he tries to avoid the gaze of the others, before sighing and hanging his head. "I'm sorry - I'm afraid I inhaled too much smoke in the furnace room. It's this accursed Teratogenesis B compound. Every day, the madness lasts longer, and my shearlung returns quicker - I'll probably be...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T04:07:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3792024-03-27T03:47:50Z2024-03-27T03:42:15Z<p>Vhekk shrugs, his obsidian claws moving down to the end of his bow staff as he re-strings the weapon. <b>"My eyes are good. I can see them from atop whichever building you care to name."</b> He nods towards the stables. <b>"I think I might be better up there - I can hold my own in a battle up close, and I am skilled at avoiding notice, so it would be best if we saved the higher space for those who need it, whether for battle or for stealth."</b></p>Vhekk shrugs, his obsidian claws moving down to the end of his bow staff as he re-strings the weapon. "My eyes are good. I can see them from atop whichever building you care to name." He nods towards the stables. "I think I might be better up there - I can hold my own in a battle up close, and I am skilled at avoiding notice, so it would be best if we saved the higher space for those who need it, whether for battle or for stealth."Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T03:42:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=5#2052024-03-27T02:45:38Z2024-03-27T02:32:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Juriya wrote:</div><blockquote><p>My favorite thing to think about is making a GM run out of languages entirely. Rogue talent, Mindchemist discovery, and Tengu, Human, Aphorite, or Aasimar.</p>
<p>2 languages per level with a rank in linguistics every level means you get 40 languages, not to mention the discovery and talent, nor the starting languages!</blockquote><p>I created a character like that for a home game once - Janosh the Peacespeaker, aphorite rogue. He basically invested most of his skill points into the three main face skills, Linguistics, and a host of relevant knowledge skills - it became something of a joke that he could communicate with and talk down every creature the party encountered, and I even got him a <i>speak with animals</i> magic item so he could reason with mindless creatures.Juriya wrote:My favorite thing to think about is making a GM run out of languages entirely. Rogue talent, Mindchemist discovery, and Tengu, Human, Aphorite, or Aasimar.
2 languages per level with a rank in linguistics every level means you get 40 languages, not to mention the discovery and talent, nor the starting languages!
I created a character like that for a home game once - Janosh the Peacespeaker, aphorite rogue. He basically invested most of his skill points into the three main face...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-27T02:32:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1952024-03-26T21:20:46Z2024-03-26T21:08:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ano Clovermark wrote:</div><blockquote>Since it's just a one level dip into oracle, I might go with that route.</blockquote><p>One possible issue - the Lame curse doesn't give you immunity to fatigue until Level 5, so if that's what you were hoping to get out of the oracle class, it'll have to be a more significant dip.Ano Clovermark wrote:Since it's just a one level dip into oracle, I might go with that route.
One possible issue - the Lame curse doesn't give you immunity to fatigue until Level 5, so if that's what you were hoping to get out of the oracle class, it'll have to be a more significant dip.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-26T21:08:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1882024-03-26T20:30:46Z2024-03-26T20:22:46Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Nidintu wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"...a caterpillar dropped him on his head when he was just a seedling."</b></blockquote><p>I just made this up off the top of my head, both in-character and out-of-character, but actually, it explains <i>a lot.</i>Nidintu wrote:"...a caterpillar dropped him on his head when he was just a seedling."
I just made this up off the top of my head, both in-character and out-of-character, but actually, it explains a lot.Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-26T20:22:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1482024-03-26T17:40:47Z2024-03-26T17:26:43Z<p>The goblin's whip wraps around Zeldrith's hoof and pulls him to the ground, and the young mercenary scowls as he gets back up. <b>"Think you're smart, do you? Well, think again, you half-pint mug of hobgoblin spittle!"</b> He strides forward, moving to menace the goblin warmage with his longsword.</p>The goblin's whip wraps around Zeldrith's hoof and pulls him to the ground, and the young mercenary scowls as he gets back up. "Think you're smart, do you? Well, think again, you half-pint mug of hobgoblin spittle!" He strides forward, moving to menace the goblin warmage with his longsword.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-26T17:26:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8982024-03-26T03:40:47Z2024-03-26T03:13:24Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Svetlana wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Don't mind Oleg, he's still upset over what happened. Thank you for bringing my ring back, you don't know how much it means that you did us this kindness."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu grins. <b>"I'm sure he'll come around eventually. It's really Kressle you should be thanking, though - some gremlins stole your ring from her, and she came with us to help get it back so she could give it to you, try and make things right and all that. Oh, before I forget..."</b>
<p>He walks back to his horse and unslings a pair of large covered baskets from behind the saddle. The massive warrior returns to the innkeeper's wife, pushing back the lids to reveal that the baskets are piled high with moon radish. <b>"I got those plants you wanted. The kobolds grow them in a little patch to the southwest - you can trade with them, if you want more. Congratulations to you and Oleg, by the way - your child, I mean."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kesten wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I hear you've been trouncing bandits around here, although I don't know if I agree with letting them walk about freely."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu shrugs. <b>"Well, you've grown up in a big city - always had lots of choices in your life, about what you want to do with it and all that. It's different out here. The soil's not much good for farming, and with the woods so close to the fey realm, as many hunters come home empty-handed as don't come home at all. Banditry's a sort of institution in these parts - for most who've grown up here, it's a choice between starvation and skimming off some fat merchant who won't miss what he's lost. We're just giving Kressle and the others the same choices you had, letting them decide what they want to do with their lives. Who knows? Perhaps someday you might read a book by Kressle the famous poet, or Dalan here might become the best jeweler in the River Kingdoms. Seems only fair they get that chance, yes?"</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Roots wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I believe it proper etiquette to request permission to hunt on a Lord's lands? Kesten Garess, you, heresbys, have our permission to track this Falgrim Sneeg for return to Restov after he is interviewed by a representative of the Greenbelt."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu glares down at the little leshy - he would elbow his diminutive friend, but his height (or lack thereof) puts him well out of elbow range, so he settles for nudging him with the haft of his axe. <b>"We're none of us gentry-folk, yet, Roots. Be polite to the nice soldier man - and if you try to rub that 'Fresh Berry Healing' mud into his wounds same as you did with mine, he'll probably stab you, you know!"</b> He looks apologetically back up at Kesten. <b>"I'm sorry about my friend - a caterpillar dropped him on his head when he was just a seedling. We'll find this 'Sneeg' guy for you and bring him back for your bounty."</b>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12</span></p>Svetlana wrote:"Don't mind Oleg, he's still upset over what happened. Thank you for bringing my ring back, you don't know how much it means that you did us this kindness."
Nidintu grins. "I'm sure he'll come around eventually. It's really Kressle you should be thanking, though - some gremlins stole your ring from her, and she came with us to help get it back so she could give it to you, try and make things right and all that. Oh, before I forget..." He walks back to his horse and unslings a...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-26T03:13:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1912024-03-25T20:30:47Z2024-03-25T20:25:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone. wrote:</div><blockquote> Persephone will be learning many languages as we....adventure.<b>•</b></blockquote><p><b>•</b> - Translation: Meander around like blind elephants, blundering through, parallel to, perpendicular to, and occasionally over the plotline.
<p>See? Zeldrith is already helping with translation!</p>Persephone. wrote:Persephone will be learning many languages as we....adventure.*
* - Translation: Meander around like blind elephants, blundering through, parallel to, perpendicular to, and occasionally over the plotline. See? Zeldrith is already helping with translation!Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T20:25:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1892024-03-25T19:50:46Z2024-03-25T19:39:16Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ano wrote:</div><blockquote>also since next level I’ll take oracle and take the tongues curse, any chance I can have Ano babble in one of the languages of said curse now, but in a more gibberish tone? if not I’ll just have her shriek in fury like I’ve been doing now, either way having the idea for her to be incomprehensible while in rage...wait nevermind I’m dumb I realized the main reason I’m doing oracle next level is to take lame to be immune to fatigue</blockquote><p>Just noticed this - if you wanted to take both, there is always the <a href="https://aonprd.com/ArchetypeDisplay.aspx?FixedName=Oracle%20Dual-Cursed%20Oracle" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dual-Cursed Oracle.</a> If you just want the Tongues curse for flavor, you can take it as the secondary curse, then take the Lame curse as your main one for the fatigue immunity. One quick note, however - unless you pick Abyssal as your Tongues language, nobody in the party will be able to understand you, and even if you do, Zel will have to be the translator, as he's the only one who knows a planar language.Ano wrote:also since next level I’ll take oracle and take the tongues curse, any chance I can have Ano babble in one of the languages of said curse now, but in a more gibberish tone? if not I’ll just have her shriek in fury like I’ve been doing now, either way having the idea for her to be incomprehensible while in rage...wait nevermind I’m dumb I realized the main reason I’m doing oracle next level is to take lame to be immune to fatigue
Just noticed this - if you wanted to take both, there...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T19:39:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1872024-03-25T19:40:46Z2024-03-25T19:27:26Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote>Burning Sands (although I actually thought the damage increased as leveled, but it doesn't...disappointing)</blockquote><p>Consider it another benefit of having a tiefling frontliner. You can cast it with impunity in Zeldrith's spaces - even with max damage, his Fire Resist 5 still covers it, and if the enemies don't have the same, 1d4 extra fire damage per round with no save is nothing to sneeze at - as 1st-level characters, the fire damage alone could take out any of us in four rounds.Persephone wrote:Burning Sands (although I actually thought the damage increased as leveled, but it doesn't...disappointing)
Consider it another benefit of having a tiefling frontliner. You can cast it with impunity in Zeldrith's spaces - even with max damage, his Fire Resist 5 still covers it, and if the enemies don't have the same, 1d4 extra fire damage per round with no save is nothing to sneeze at - as 1st-level characters, the fire damage alone could take out any of us in four rounds.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T19:27:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1852024-03-25T19:20:47Z2024-03-25T19:10:01Z<p>Probably should have mentioned earlier - Zeldrith's standard action for this turn is to cast <i>Shield,</i> hence his higher AC. Also, if I'm still able, I'll have him use his swift action this turn to burn an Eldritch Pool point - for the next two rounds (this one and the next), Concentration DCs to cast defensively within melee range of him will be increased by 2. I'd use it next turn, but I'm going to be using Arcane Strike instead to add to his damage.</p>Probably should have mentioned earlier - Zeldrith's standard action for this turn is to cast Shield, hence his higher AC. Also, if I'm still able, I'll have him use his swift action this turn to burn an Eldritch Pool point - for the next two rounds (this one and the next), Concentration DCs to cast defensively within melee range of him will be increased by 2. I'd use it next turn, but I'm going to be using Arcane Strike instead to add to his damage.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T19:10:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1422024-03-25T16:40:47Z2024-03-25T16:30:29Z<p>Zeldrith scowls, his fingers weaving a different pattern in the air as he intones another word of power. <b>"More goblins! Persephone, withdraw! ಗುರಾಣಿ!"</b> He swings his sword at his empty arm, as a warrior might strike his blade against his shield - appropriately, the blade rebounds with a 'clang' against a translucent barrier of force that shimmers into existence around his arm. He charges forward, his hooves biting into the loose soil of the square.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>AC 19 for the next minute.</span></p>Zeldrith scowls, his fingers weaving a different pattern in the air as he intones another word of power. "More goblins! Persephone, withdraw! ಗುರಾಣಿ!" He swings his sword at his empty arm, as a warrior might strike his blade against his shield - appropriately, the blade rebounds with a 'clang' against a translucent barrier of force that shimmers into existence around his arm. He charges forward, his hooves biting into the loose soil of the square.
AC 19 for the next minute.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T16:30:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1862024-03-25T11:30:48Z2024-03-25T11:17:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">GM Eldest wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>...and her Weakness (she loves a good story).</span></blockquote><p>•Resident rambling old man cracks knuckles•GM Eldest wrote:...and her Weakness (she loves a good story).
*Resident rambling old man cracks knuckles*Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T11:17:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1842024-03-25T02:50:46Z2024-03-25T02:45:22Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kittenmancer wrote:</div><blockquote>He looks a little askance at Nidintu-Bel, Xavin and Roots-Sink-Deep. <span class=messageboard-ooc>and at Carageorn if he is present.</span></blockquote><p>...So basically, he thinks that no PC besides Eskra even remotely approaches 'normal?'Kittenmancer wrote:He looks a little askance at Nidintu-Bel, Xavin and Roots-Sink-Deep. and at Carageorn if he is present.
...So basically, he thinks that no PC besides Eskra even remotely approaches 'normal?'Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-25T02:45:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8932024-03-24T21:50:56Z2024-03-24T21:36:09Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Campsite:</span></p>
<p>As the group prepares the campsite, Nidintu addresses Kressle over the simple meal he has made for the group. <b>"So tell me, Kressle, how's your family been doing? It's been decades since I last saw your grandmother. Your father Jan still doing well, I hope? I only met him once, and he was just a boy then, but he always struck me as a happy child."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Banditry Lore (Trained) - Influence:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Oleg's Trading Post:</span>
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kesten wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Good day, you must be the charter holders. I'm Kesten, of the Garess family in Brevoy. My people and I are responding to Goodman Oleg's request for assistance and we are here to help keep the peace."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu's fanged jaws split in a massive grin, and he extends a hand to the heavily armored warrior. <b>"You're one of those highborn knights from Restov, yes? Good to meet you! My name's Nidintu-Bel - lived in these lands all my life, I have!"</b>
<p>As Oleg grabs the ring out of Kressle's hand, Nidintu scowls and crosses his arms. <b>"Give her a chance, Oleg! Matter of fact, she <i>asked</i> to give you the ring, to try and make it up to you and your wife. She's not a bad person - banditry's the only life she's ever known. If you'd met me ten years ago, back when I was still a bandit, I probably would have robbed you same as she did, and I just saved your trading post the other day, didn't I? Look, I trust Kressle, and I'll vouch for her behavior. If she causes trouble, you can kick us both out."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy (Trained, Aid Eskra):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24</span></p>Campsite:
As the group prepares the campsite, Nidintu addresses Kressle over the simple meal he has made for the group. "So tell me, Kressle, how's your family been doing? It's been decades since I last saw your grandmother. Your father Jan still doing well, I hope? I only met him once, and he was just a boy then, but he always struck me as a happy child."
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Oleg's Trading Post:
Kesten wrote:"Good day, you must be the charter holders....Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-24T21:36:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1832024-03-24T17:00:46Z2024-03-24T16:52:02Z<p>I'm definitely in favor of making Kressle a companion NPC. I think she'd make a much more... <i>stable</i> Warden than Amiri.</p>I'm definitely in favor of making Kressle a companion NPC. I think she'd make a much more... stable Warden than Amiri.Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-24T16:52:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8902024-03-24T17:00:46Z2024-03-24T16:51:59Z<p>Nidintu winces as Roots emerges covered in thorns, tossing a bottle filled with teal liquid to the little leshy. <b>"Here, Roots - this should help."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Minor Elixir of Life:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 5</span></p>
<p>As the group nears the narrow gulch, Nidintu grimaces at the sight of the rickety bridge. <b>"I don't have my tools with me now, but once we get a town set up here, I can see what I can do to fix this old thing. Roots, watch towers are all well and good, but once we're all kings or lords or whatever, I'd like to build a good, strong smithy. I've built weapons most of my life, but good solid steel's always useful, no matter what you're doing. I'm sure the folk in these parts need horseshoes and plow blades more than swords and shields."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kressle wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Hey boss, can you hand me that ring you found with the kobolds? It's only right that I return it meself."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu grins at the former bandit, fishing in his pack before extracting the ring and handing it to her. <b>"Sure thing, Kressle - but I don't think I'm your boss! Still, it's good that you want to make things right. You're a good person, I think, and it's only right that you get a chance to show it."</b> As the group approaches the trading post, Nidintu waves to Oleg and Svetlana in greeting. <b>"We're back - made some new friends, too!"</b>Nidintu winces as Roots emerges covered in thorns, tossing a bottle filled with teal liquid to the little leshy. "Here, Roots - this should help."
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As the group nears the narrow gulch, Nidintu grimaces at the sight of the rickety bridge. "I don't have my tools with me now, but once we get a town set up here, I can see what I can do to fix this old thing. Roots, watch towers are all well and good, but once we're all kings or lords or whatever, I'd like to...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-24T16:51:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1372024-03-24T03:10:45Z2024-03-24T03:01:19Z<p>As Ano continues shrieking, Zeldrith backs away, shaking his head. <b>"Can't do anything for her now, I don't think. We'll secure the area, then come back for her."</b> His sword at the ready, he begins to search the square, calling out in case any townspeople were unable to escape the goblins in time. <b>"Anyone left in this area? The square's not defensible - we were going to fight our way to the Garrison."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 - 1 ⇒ (2) - 1 = 1</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23</span></p>As Ano continues shrieking, Zeldrith backs away, shaking his head. "Can't do anything for her now, I don't think. We'll secure the area, then come back for her." His sword at the ready, he begins to search the square, calling out in case any townspeople were unable to escape the goblins in time. "Anyone left in this area? The square's not defensible - we were going to fight our way to the Garrison."
[dice=Perception]1d20-1[/dice]
[dice=Diplomacy]1d20+7[/dice]Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-24T03:01:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8862024-03-24T11:05:04Z2024-03-24T02:50:09Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Choosing <i>Lesser Warblood Mutagen</i> and <i>Minor Elixir of Life</i> as my infused extracts.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A Shortcut to Fangberries:</span></p>
<p>Nidintu grins as the Wildwood Band comes across the thicket of thorned bushes. <b>"Fangberries indeed, Roots! I used to love these when I was a kid, I did - let's see if I still remember how to pick 'em!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Survival (Trained, Medium Armor):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 2 = 15</span></p>
<p>The towering pitborn makes a valiant effort, gathering a few good handfuls of berries, only to hiss and jerk his hand back as he badly cuts himself on a cluster of thorns, spattering the red berries with droplets of his inky blood. In a moment, however, the jovial elf is back to his old self, laughing his injury off. <b>"Not as spry as I used to be, looks like! No worries - it'll wash off no problem. There was an old rhyme about this when I was a boy - how did it go? 'Fangberry, fangberry, ruby prize / Fingers dart like dragonflies / Good boys nimble, smart boys quick / Slow boys feel the fangberries' prick.'"</b> He looks down at his bleeding hand, grinning. <b>"Now this one's stuck me, I was supposed to turn around three times and clap my hands or something, else the Kallas Devil would steal me out of my bed."</b> His grin falters, and he sighs. <b>"Seems pretty stupid when you're all grown up, doesn't it?"</b></p>[Spoiler omitted]
Choosing Lesser Warblood Mutagen and Minor Elixir of Life as my infused extracts.
A Shortcut to Fangberries:
Nidintu grins as the Wildwood Band comes across the thicket of thorned bushes. "Fangberries indeed, Roots! I used to love these when I was a kid, I did - let's see if I still remember how to pick 'em!"
[dice=Survival (Trained, Medium Armor)]1d20+4+2[/dice]
The towering pitborn makes a valiant effort, gathering a few good handfuls of berries, only to hiss and jerk...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-24T02:50:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1762024-03-23T20:10:45Z2024-03-23T20:03:40Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dorian 'Grey' wrote:</div><blockquote> Your Backgrounds are always something to read, sir! </blockquote><p>Thanks!Dorian 'Grey' wrote:Your Backgrounds are always something to read, sir!
Thanks!Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-23T20:03:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1742024-03-23T19:30:45Z2024-03-23T18:55:39Z<p>One of the sample adventuring parties from the CoC Investigator's Handbook. Basically, the relevant portion of the backstory goes like so:</p>
<p>- Mercenary army is crossing the Mindspin Mountains when Zeldrith's platoon of 40 is separated from the rest of the group in a blizzard.
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- Seeking refuge from the storm, they stumble across an ancient Thassilonian temple called Calag Ashkad.
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- The <i>friendly</i> and <i>definitely humanoid</i> monks who inhabit the temple offer the soldiers solace in the disused outer rooms of the temple complex.
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- A group of the soldiers disappear overnight, and the rest try to find them.
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- During the ensuing Lovecraftian bloodbath, Zeldrith is one of seven members of the platoon who (largely by dumb luck) manage to flee the temple with bodies and minds intact, swearing never to speak of what they saw.</p>
<p>...Admittedly, I'm a little fuzzy on <i>what</i> exactly inhabits the ancient temple, since I wrote it while still half-asleep, but my notes have the name 'Smiling Things' and a reference to the clockwork puppeteers from 2E - have you seen those things? <a href="https://app.demiplane.com/_next/image?url=https:%2F%2Fcontent.demiplane.com%2Fcompendium%2Fpathfinder-2e%2Foutlaws-of-alkenstar-the-smoking-gun%2FxfYkNbIpBWNCivxJ%2F03-13-PZO90180_clockworkPuppeteer.png%3Fwidth%3D400&w=3840&q=75" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">They're nightmarish!</a></p>One of the sample adventuring parties from the CoC Investigator's Handbook. Basically, the relevant portion of the backstory goes like so:
- Mercenary army is crossing the Mindspin Mountains when Zeldrith's platoon of 40 is separated from the rest of the group in a blizzard.
- Seeking refuge from the storm, they stumble across an ancient Thassilonian temple called Calag Ashkad.
- The friendly and definitely humanoid monks who inhabit the temple offer the soldiers solace in the disused outer...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-23T18:55:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1722024-03-23T18:10:45Z2024-03-23T18:04:44Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote>Zel said <i>well adjusted</i> ....I am trying to portray Persephone totally different than say....Roots...lol.</blockquote><p>I meant more along the lines of poor Ano's psychotic episodes and Zel's Goblinblood Wars flashbacks. Of course, Zel is even more thoroughly messed up in the backstory I'm working on for any future <i>Return of the Runelords</i> campaigns - let's just say I based it on the Ypres Bunch sample adventuring party from the CoC Investigator's Handbook.Persephone wrote:Zel said well adjusted ....I am trying to portray Persephone totally different than say....Roots...lol.
I meant more along the lines of poor Ano's psychotic episodes and Zel's Goblinblood Wars flashbacks. Of course, Zel is even more thoroughly messed up in the backstory I'm working on for any future Return of the Runelords campaigns - let's just say I based it on the Ypres Bunch sample adventuring party from the CoC Investigator's Handbook.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-23T18:04:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1662024-03-22T21:50:47Z2024-03-22T21:37:08Z<p>Actually, I'm not planning to have Zeldrith multiclass at all. His archetype swaps out Spell Recall and certain Spell Combat capabilities for all the bloodline abilities of a bloodrager, which is all I really need from another class - like I said, he won't hit his stride until Level 4, but after that, he's going to be an incredibly effective warrior, against spellcasters especially.</p>Actually, I'm not planning to have Zeldrith multiclass at all. His archetype swaps out Spell Recall and certain Spell Combat capabilities for all the bloodline abilities of a bloodrager, which is all I really need from another class - like I said, he won't hit his stride until Level 4, but after that, he's going to be an incredibly effective warrior, against spellcasters especially.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-22T21:37:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1622024-03-22T21:30:47Z2024-03-22T21:15:50Z<p>...You know, looking over the party as it stands, poor Juriya's the only PC who can't cast spells (yet). We have a singularly magical group of <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#112" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">well-adjusted,</a> <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#130" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">level-headed</a> people.</p>...You know, looking over the party as it stands, poor Juriya's the only PC who can't cast spells (yet). We have a singularly magical group of well-adjusted, level-headed people.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-22T21:15:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1312024-03-22T21:10:46Z2024-03-22T20:58:57Z<p>As the last goblin falls, Zeldrith's head swivels as he searches for more foes. Seeing that all the goblins in the immediate vicinity are dead, he motions to Juriya with the tip of his blade. <b>"Seems like the mages have the fire under control. Let's spread out, see if we can find any civvies that didn't get to safety in time. We'll fight our way to somewhere defensible - isn't there a garrison somewhere around here? - hold out there until help arrives."</b> The young mercenary glances around the square. <b>"Speaking of which, wasn't the sheriff just here? Someone should try to find him, see if he needs..."</b></p>
<p>Just then, Ano shrieks at Arrian and continues to savage the goblin corpses. Zeldrith's head whips around to face her, and he rushes over to her side. <b>"Ano, <i>focus!</i> They're already dead - you can't do anything more, and if you don't help us secure the town, Sandpoint's people will join them!"</b> His words are brave, but the soldier's face betrays a hint of nervousness, and his knuckles are white where he clutches the hilt of his weapon - he's still having trouble reconciling the cheerful Ano he met yesterday with the frenzied warrior currently mutilating a dead goblin.</p>As the last goblin falls, Zeldrith's head swivels as he searches for more foes. Seeing that all the goblins in the immediate vicinity are dead, he motions to Juriya with the tip of his blade. "Seems like the mages have the fire under control. Let's spread out, see if we can find any civvies that didn't get to safety in time. We'll fight our way to somewhere defensible - isn't there a garrison somewhere around here? - hold out there until help arrives." The young mercenary glances around the...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-22T20:58:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1242024-03-22T17:30:47Z2024-03-22T17:08:17Z<p>His weapon in hand, Zeldrith advances cautiously on the remaining goblins. <b>"Don't get cocky, Ano - focus!"</b> Scowling as he nears the recumbent goblin, the mercenary drives his blade into its chest. <b>"Stay down, little fool!"</b> After his strike, he raises his sword in a defensive posture, keeping the remaining foes between himself and his allies.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Longsword Attack (Bless, Flanking, Prone):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 + 1 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 1 + 2 + 4 = 18</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Stupid pseudorandom number generator...</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Also, if Green is dead, move into Green's space and redirect to Blue at -4, as Blue's in much the same position except for not being prone. Should provide flanking with either Arrian (if Green didn't die from the AoO) or Ano (if Arrian killed Green)</span></p>His weapon in hand, Zeldrith advances cautiously on the remaining goblins. "Don't get cocky, Ano - focus!" Scowling as he nears the recumbent goblin, the mercenary drives his blade into its chest. "Stay down, little fool!" After his strike, he raises his sword in a defensive posture, keeping the remaining foes between himself and his allies.
[dice=Longsword Attack (Bless, Flanking, Prone)]1d20+4+1+2+4[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d8+4[/dice]
Stupid pseudorandom number generator...
Also, if Green is...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-22T17:08:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=4#1542024-03-22T03:30:47Z2024-03-22T03:16:52Z<p>Sincerest apologies - I remember I found one once, but I don't have it off the top of my head, and if my memory's off, I'd be happy to switch. I had Akkadian for Abyssal (though I fully understand if people want to switch to a slightly less dead language), and I thought I saw something somewhere about Greek for Thassilonian.</p>
<p>After seeing Ano's post, it would seem I'm off by quite a bit. I'd be happy to use DM Salsa's language list, if that's what everyone agrees. Sincerest apologies again for the mistake.</p>Sincerest apologies - I remember I found one once, but I don't have it off the top of my head, and if my memory's off, I'd be happy to switch. I had Akkadian for Abyssal (though I fully understand if people want to switch to a slightly less dead language), and I thought I saw something somewhere about Greek for Thassilonian.
After seeing Ano's post, it would seem I'm off by quite a bit. I'd be happy to use DM Salsa's language list, if that's what everyone agrees. Sincerest apologies again...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-22T03:16:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1482024-03-21T22:00:47Z2024-03-21T21:52:09Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote>Bless is up! +1!</blockquote><p>Apologies - that'll make it a 5 to hit, and a 3 for damage. Still not likely to be of any use - touch AC is lower, but not <i>that</i> low.Persephone wrote:Bless is up! +1!
Apologies - that'll make it a 5 to hit, and a 3 for damage. Still not likely to be of any use - touch AC is lower, but not that low.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-21T21:52:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1182024-03-21T20:33:53Z2024-03-21T20:28:31Z<p>Zeldrith blinks, looking at Donimah as though seeing her for the first time. <b>"Hold on - you're Donimah. This is Sandpoint, not Rysev."</b> Shaking his head to clear the old memories, he draws his sword. <b>"Stand your ground, Ano! For Sandpoint and its people!"</b> He scowls at the goblin screaming obscenities on the table. <b>"I lived through the Goblinblood Wars - you think I'm scared of you? ΠΑΓΩΜΈΝΟΣ!"</b> With a shouted word in the Thassilonian language, his crimson eye flashes with white-hot power, and as his seven-fingered hand weaves an impossible pattern in the air, a line of ice springs from his fingertips, lancing out at the little creature.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Ray of Frost:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4</span> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Attacking Touch AC</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 ⇒ 2</span></p>Zeldrith blinks, looking at Donimah as though seeing her for the first time. "Hold on - you're Donimah. This is Sandpoint, not Rysev." Shaking his head to clear the old memories, he draws his sword. "Stand your ground, Ano! For Sandpoint and its people!" He scowls at the goblin screaming obscenities on the table. "I lived through the Goblinblood Wars - you think I'm scared of you? ΠΑΓΩΜΈΝΟΣ!" With a shouted word in the Thassilonian language, his crimson eye flashes with white-hot power, and...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-21T20:28:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1122024-03-21T02:50:26Z2024-03-20T23:53:58Z<p>Following the crowd gathering for the consecration of the new cathedral, Zeldrith takes his place in the town square, smiling softly. <i>A pleasant little town, fine weather, and a holy festival - a good day, by all accounts.</i> As Father Zantus begins his speech, he bows his head in prayer, closing his mismatched eyes as his thoughts stray to his goddess...</p>
<p>...only for his head to snap up when the screams begin. Looking around for the source of the commotion, he scowls as the mad chanting fills the air. <b>"Goblins! Stand your ground! To arms!"</b> His hand darts to the hilt of his sword, but as Donimah casts her spell, he whirls to face the Shoanti mage, seemingly lost in some past battle. <b>"You heard the sergeant - mages, hold your position!"</b> Strangely, the mage's spell fails to take hold on the mercenary - some quirk of his fiendish heritage seems to resist the scholar's magic. Instead, Arrian grows to immense proportions, the redirected magic wreathing his form in golden sparks.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Target of Donimah's spell changed - Zeldrith isn't taking any actions yet, as it's not his turn, but we should be good for the goblins to act.</span></p>Following the crowd gathering for the consecration of the new cathedral, Zeldrith takes his place in the town square, smiling softly. A pleasant little town, fine weather, and a holy festival - a good day, by all accounts. As Father Zantus begins his speech, he bows his head in prayer, closing his mismatched eyes as his thoughts stray to his goddess...
...only for his head to snap up when the screams begin. Looking around for the source of the commotion, he scowls as the mad chanting fills...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-20T23:53:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8822024-03-20T20:40:47Z2024-03-20T20:34:39Z<p>Nidintu glances back down at Roots. <b>"I think it would be best to return to Oleg and Svetlana, give them what we have discovered so far. Still, we could approach the Stag Lord directly, pretend to be bandits bearing news from Thorn River."</b> He shrugs. <b>"Either way, I think we're done in this place."</b></p>
<p>As the Wildwood Band leaves the Sootscale Caverns, Nidintu strokes his chin as though trying to remember something. <b>"I know it's the 27th of Calistril, my friends, but what year is it? They all tend to blur together: I thought 4690 was just a year or two ago, but I can't recall."</b></p>Nidintu glances back down at Roots. "I think it would be best to return to Oleg and Svetlana, give them what we have discovered so far. Still, we could approach the Stag Lord directly, pretend to be bandits bearing news from Thorn River." He shrugs. "Either way, I think we're done in this place."
As the Wildwood Band leaves the Sootscale Caverns, Nidintu strokes his chin as though trying to remember something. "I know it's the 27th of Calistril, my friends, but what year is it? They all tend...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-20T20:34:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3682024-03-20T01:50:28Z2024-03-20T01:39:04Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"That's not how fire works. Simple presence of water in the form of either brief mist, flowing water, or ice is not a factor."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk glances at Yorah, his brow furrowing. <b>"Ai can create water with her magic, yes? After we create the fire and draw out the bandits, she can quench it with a thought."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"There's also the hostage question. What if they're in the stables? I didn't see anyone odd-looking in the building."</b></blockquote><p>The young swashbuckler shrugs. <b>"You didn't see them in the stables, either, I thought? The noblewoman is almost certainly within the lodge - she's worth more to the bandits alive than dead, and there's no warmth in the stable from what you said. I think you are seeing problems where none exist, my friend."</b>Yorah wrote:"That's not how fire works. Simple presence of water in the form of either brief mist, flowing water, or ice is not a factor."
Vhekk glances at Yorah, his brow furrowing. "Ai can create water with her magic, yes? After we create the fire and draw out the bandits, she can quench it with a thought." Yorah wrote:"There's also the hostage question. What if they're in the stables? I didn't see anyone odd-looking in the building."
The young swashbuckler shrugs. "You didn't see them in...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-20T01:39:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1322024-03-20T01:40:28Z2024-03-20T00:54:49Z<p>I might be mistaken (I mostly play gnomes and dwarves, so tieflings are new for me), but I think he doesn't count for the spell, as he's not technically a humanoid. It's come back to bite me a few times - I burned a <i>persistent Hold Person</i> on an ifrit warlord in my home game - but ultimately, it's up to the GM, and I certainly won't complain if I have access to a buff I otherwise wouldn't have.</p>
<p>I'm not trying to rules-lawyer, I just saw a possible issue and wanted to bring it up before the edit window closed - my sincerest apologies if it's inappropriate.</p>I might be mistaken (I mostly play gnomes and dwarves, so tieflings are new for me), but I think he doesn't count for the spell, as he's not technically a humanoid. It's come back to bite me a few times - I burned a persistent Hold Person on an ifrit warlord in my home game - but ultimately, it's up to the GM, and I certainly won't complain if I have access to a buff I otherwise wouldn't have.
I'm not trying to rules-lawyer, I just saw a possible issue and wanted to bring it up before the...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-20T00:54:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1292024-03-20T00:10:28Z2024-03-19T23:55:05Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah Southlander wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>Donimah casts enlarge person on Zeldrith!</span></blockquote><p>Unfortunately, the spell specifies a humanoid target - as a native outsider who never took the 'Pass for Human' trait, RAW, poor Zeldrith doesn't count as a 'person.' Perhaps cast it on Arrian instead?Donimah Southlander wrote:Donimah casts enlarge person on Zeldrith!
Unfortunately, the spell specifies a humanoid target - as a native outsider who never took the 'Pass for Human' trait, RAW, poor Zeldrith doesn't count as a 'person.' Perhaps cast it on Arrian instead?Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T23:55:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1262024-03-19T21:58:43Z2024-03-19T21:47:09Z<p>...In hindsight, is it cheesy that I based most of Zeldrith's combat tactics on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePi2MTv19NY" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Soul Warrior</a> from Hollow Knight?</p>...In hindsight, is it cheesy that I based most of Zeldrith's combat tactics on the Soul Warrior from Hollow Knight?Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T21:47:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3632024-03-19T03:30:48Z2024-03-19T03:21:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana Boyarov wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>"Northerners? North of where you were from? Or northerners of Avistan in general? I don't know of the northern reaches of Avistan."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk glances at the half-elf warrior. <b>"My apologies, I meant north of Qadira - Taldor to the Crown of the World. In Sedeq, I served a representative of the Imperial Bank who had all manner of wild tales about these lands. She saw them as lawless backwaters compared to the might of the Padishah Empire."</b>Lilyana Boyarov wrote:"Northerners? North of where you were from? Or northerners of Avistan in general? I don't know of the northern reaches of Avistan."
Vhekk glances at the half-elf warrior. "My apologies, I meant north of Qadira - Taldor to the Crown of the World. In Sedeq, I served a representative of the Imperial Bank who had all manner of wild tales about these lands. She saw them as lawless backwaters compared to the might of the Padishah Empire."Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T03:21:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8792024-03-19T03:21:14Z2024-03-19T03:16:11Z<p>At Roots's bizarre outburst, Nidintu furrows his brow, glancing down at the little leshy. After a moment, he shrugs, chalking the strange statement up to Roots's madness. As Chief Sootscale speaks, Nidintu nods gratefully. <b>"As I said, we'll have all sorts in from Restov soon enough - perhaps they can help out here. After all, these lands are not the place to be a negligent neighbor. I hope to see you again, Chief Sootscale."</b></p>At Roots's bizarre outburst, Nidintu furrows his brow, glancing down at the little leshy. After a moment, he shrugs, chalking the strange statement up to Roots's madness. As Chief Sootscale speaks, Nidintu nods gratefully. "As I said, we'll have all sorts in from Restov soon enough - perhaps they can help out here. After all, these lands are not the place to be a negligent neighbor. I hope to see you again, Chief Sootscale."Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T03:16:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=3#1042024-03-19T03:20:48Z2024-03-19T03:13:53Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Cherry wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"And plus, Donimah, Persephone and Zeldrith look like the kind of people who would tell you that they wouldn't want your company if they didn't want it. Right?"</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith pats Ano on the shoulder reassuringly. <b>"Trust me, Ano, there are very few who I really dislike, and those ones are mostly the sort who don't like me, either."</b> He grins. <b>"Matter of fact, you remind me of a Pharasmin priest I knew in my old mercenary company. Jhindyl Lostling, his name was - he had the same love of life you do."</b> The young mercenary's smile falters, and in his mind's eye, old memories surface.
<p><i>The Bridge of Rysev, arching over the tumultuous rivers far below.
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The mercenaries' hasty fortifications, grim faces waiting behind the barricades - the faces of those who know they have seen their last sunrise.
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Jhindyl, gasping out his last breath on the end of a bugbear's spear, the young cleric's body plunging over the edge of the bridge and dwindling to a dot as it plummets into the churning river below...</i></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Today is Desna's Day of blessing us with the truth that we can all become beautiful butterflies. Going through the mud, muck, many mean things can shape us."</b></blockquote><p>Persephone's words snap Zeldrith out of his reverie, and his eyebrows raise. <b>"Isn't that the truth. I've lost plenty I cared about, both in Magnimar and in the Goblinblood Wars, but it hasn't broken me. Trust me, Ano, if you're anything like my friend Jhindyl, you're strong. You'll make it through this."</b>Cherry wrote:"And plus, Donimah, Persephone and Zeldrith look like the kind of people who would tell you that they wouldn't want your company if they didn't want it. Right?"
Zeldrith pats Ano on the shoulder reassuringly. "Trust me, Ano, there are very few who I really dislike, and those ones are mostly the sort who don't like me, either." He grins. "Matter of fact, you remind me of a Pharasmin priest I knew in my old mercenary company. Jhindyl Lostling, his name was - he had the same love...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T03:13:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E Discussion: Bitter Cold Truths ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/discussion&page=2#632024-03-19T01:10:47Z2024-03-19T01:01:43Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>She's lived in Hongal for a while, from what I remember of her backstory. Suffice to say she doesn't take well to eating horses. At all.</span></blockquote><p>Vhekk is much the same way - Qadira is notoriously touchy about their horses, Vhekk is a proud member of the Tzorehiyi, which are the horse nomads of Qadira, and his god is noted to be a god of horses - they're presumably his sacred animal,<span class=messageboard-ooc>•</span> so Vhekk is entirely on-board with this plan.
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>• - Presumably. It's hard playing a devotee of a deity who only exists in a one-paragraph blurb in <i>Qadira: Jewel of the East.</i></span></p>Lilyana wrote:She's lived in Hongal for a while, from what I remember of her backstory. Suffice to say she doesn't take well to eating horses. At all.
Vhekk is much the same way - Qadira is notoriously touchy about their horses, Vhekk is a proud member of the Tzorehiyi, which are the horse nomads of Qadira, and his god is noted to be a god of horses - they're presumably his sacred animal,* so Vhekk is entirely on-board with this plan. * - Presumably. It's hard playing a devotee of a deity...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T01:01:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3612024-03-19T01:10:47Z2024-03-19T01:01:40Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"As long as we take out the cook, I'm fine with whatever plan you go with. Just set me up with a bank of snow beyond where they'll egress, and I can snipe them from there. Just... don't harm the horses. Maybe we can take them back to town after this is all over. What methods do we have to set the stable on fire?"</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk nods tersely, his tone clipped and full of anger. <b>"I did not wish to say anything, as I was told that such blasphemies were customary in these Northerner lands. Still, my intention was indeed that the cook should perish. As for the stable, I have some flint and steel - I think that if we set the horses free, I may be able set one of my arrows ablaze."</b>Lilyana wrote:"As long as we take out the cook, I'm fine with whatever plan you go with. Just set me up with a bank of snow beyond where they'll egress, and I can snipe them from there. Just... don't harm the horses. Maybe we can take them back to town after this is all over. What methods do we have to set the stable on fire?"
Vhekk nods tersely, his tone clipped and full of anger. "I did not wish to say anything, as I was told that such blasphemies were customary in these Northerner lands....Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-19T01:01:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3592024-03-18T21:30:39Z2024-03-18T20:26:31Z<p>As the dromaar herbalist reappears, Vhekk remains silent, his obsidian claws clicking against his staff as his onyx gaze seems to bore into the stable. After a moment, he speaks. <b>"This dry weather calls to mind a tale from my homeland. A thief set a fire in a caravanserai owned by the Imperial Bank to hide her theft of a rare Osirian artifact - it was the dry season, so the flames spread, and in the blink of an eye, half the building was gone and a dozen people were dead in the blaze. The trade masters complained for days about the lost items."</b></p>
<p>He turns to Yorah before continuing. <b>"Yorah, your idea is a good one, but I think we could improve it. You said that the bandits were eating their horses, yes? If that is so, they are likely almost out of supplies, and the three horses left in the stable represent the remnants of their food. If we were to set the horses free, climb to the roof, and set the stable ablaze - with a flaming arrow, perhaps, or a spell - then the bandits would have no choice but to respond, and in this cold, I doubt they will be able to bring water from the well. With the thieves in disarray, we can strike - with them outside and their food and their sick inside with us, I don't see how they can do anything but surrender."</b></p>As the dromaar herbalist reappears, Vhekk remains silent, his obsidian claws clicking against his staff as his onyx gaze seems to bore into the stable. After a moment, he speaks. "This dry weather calls to mind a tale from my homeland. A thief set a fire in a caravanserai owned by the Imperial Bank to hide her theft of a rare Osirian artifact - it was the dry season, so the flames spread, and in the blink of an eye, half the building was gone and a dozen people were dead in the blaze. The...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-18T20:26:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1212024-03-18T17:30:49Z2024-03-18T17:19:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">I like runes wrote:</div><blockquote> I'll have to update tomorrow. Sorry folks, I had a full day today. </blockquote><p>No worries! Take whatever time you need.I like runes wrote:I'll have to update tomorrow. Sorry folks, I had a full day today.
No worries! Take whatever time you need.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-18T17:19:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#972024-03-18T04:10:46Z2024-03-18T03:57:40Z<p>As Persephone and the two familiars direct him towards the group, Zeldrith approaches, albeit somewhat tentatively. <b>"Ano? Cherry here was telling me about why you had run off, and I thought I might try to help. I'll be honest - Sandpoint is not my home, and I have family in Magnimar that I can't just abandon. Now, that said, I have no intention of leaving Sandpoint anytime soon. It's a beautiful town, and for... <i>various</i> reasons, it's probably safer for my family if I can bring them here than if they keep living in Magnimar."</b> He sighs, staring at the ground at his hooves before glancing back up to Ano. <b>"My grandfather always used to say that 'fear of tomorrow is what keeps us from living today.' I can't guarantee that I will be in Sandpoint forever, but forever is a long time. Eventually, I'll die - matter of fact, eventually, you'll die, too! All we can do is make the most of now."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies in advance for however incoherent that sounded - I'm trying my best to come up with pithy sayings for Zeldrith's grandfather, but I'm also running on 4 hours of sleep after a singularly lengthy conference.</span></p>As Persephone and the two familiars direct him towards the group, Zeldrith approaches, albeit somewhat tentatively. "Ano? Cherry here was telling me about why you had run off, and I thought I might try to help. I'll be honest - Sandpoint is not my home, and I have family in Magnimar that I can't just abandon. Now, that said, I have no intention of leaving Sandpoint anytime soon. It's a beautiful town, and for... various reasons, it's probably safer for my family if I can bring them here than...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-18T03:57:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#922024-03-17T05:40:47Z2024-03-17T05:08:53Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Cherry wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Though I'm…not sure what came upon Ano. I know she's not going to check on her mom-at least that’s not the real reason she left. She always makes that excuse with that face whenever she wants to leave. I was becoming a little proud of her-hard for her to make friends. Only real friends she has in this town are Arrian and Juriya. I don’t know if I count, being her conscious and all."</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith raises an eyebrow. <b>"She's seemed especially skittish around Donimah and me, the two transients of our little group, and she looked concerned when she found that I would be leaving for Magnimar within a few days. Perhaps she's afraid of losing those close to her? Worried that she will become friends with travelers passing through, then be devastated when they disappear?"</b> His mind strays to the discussion of the previous day, of the 'Late Unpleasantness' and the nature of loss...
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Any other challenges you wish to try your hand at? The tug-of-war, maybe? I believe it's in groups of two."</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith shrugs. <b>"Perhaps. I think it might be a better idea to seek out Ano, however - make sure she's well. I'll see what time I have for games after my friends are safe. Thank you for your hospitality, Ameiko."</b> The tiefling stands and makes his way out of the tavern, doing his best to retrace Ano's steps.
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Survival:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7</span></p>
<p>His nose twitches, but the multitude of people passing by makes it impossible to single out Ano's scent. He picks a likely-looking direction and sets off, but if he finds the catfolk, it will be through as much luck as anything else.</p>Cherry wrote:"Though I'm…not sure what came upon Ano. I know she's not going to check on her mom-at least that’s not the real reason she left. She always makes that excuse with that face whenever she wants to leave. I was becoming a little proud of her-hard for her to make friends. Only real friends she has in this town are Arrian and Juriya. I don’t know if I count, being her conscious and all."
Zeldrith raises an eyebrow. "She's seemed especially skittish around Donimah and me, the two...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-17T05:08:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#862024-03-16T10:18:21Z2024-03-16T03:51:18Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I mean, I've literally only known you for a day, so I have nothing to compare it against. But I can certainly relate to being sneered at for being poor. Had to deal with that literally my whole damn life. And while I can't say I've been 'cursed,' I know what it's like to be looked down on for what you are. My father was Shoanti, so people think me a superstitious horse-f•••ing brute, and any actual Shoanti I've met...well you saw what happened at the White Deer yesterday. I suppose that means we have more in common than I initially expected."</b></blockquote><p>At the mention of the White Deer's innkeeper, Zeldrith's face darkens. <b>"That <i>lā mitluku targīgu?</i> I think that's just an issue with him."</b> He glances around the Rusty Dragon before continuing. <b>"This place seems nice, and the innkeeper hasn't insulted me yet - I was thinking about getting my things and staying here later. I had a few choice Shoanti words to say to that guy at the Rusty Dragon - though they're not the sort I'll repeat with ladies present."</b> He gives a proud grin. <b>"Matter of fact, I can curse fluently in twenty-one languages. I bet you can't name someone else who can do that!"</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"And there I suppose is something shared between us too. Father wasn't born in Riddleport. He only went there because the Shadde-Quah banished him for...something."</b></blockquote><p>The young mercenary shrugs. <b>"I suppose I'm the odd one out here in that regard - my family's lived in Magnimar for as long as anyone can remember. My grandfather Endru was a gravedigger, and his father before him was a carpenter. Like I said earlier, it's said we're descended from kings - we've been dirt poor as long as anyone can remember, but we also have a family curse of sorts, and I've only ever heard about those on noble houses."</b> He gestures to his mismatched eyes with his seven-fingered hand. <b>"Every so often, a child from my family is born with different-colored eyes, one red, one black. Of course, usually, it's more than that - I have hooves, and my sister Vayath has fingers like knives - but it's always at least the eyes. Most of the time, there's nothing really <i>wrong</i> with the children - my nephew Revek has quills for hair, and he's the most sweet-natured little kid you're likely to meet. Still, the temple of Iomedae is notably more enthusiastic about helping ordinary poor people than it is about helping poor people with mouths that looks like they're full of knives."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ano wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I’m gonna go…check on my mother. Cherry can you keep him company while I’m gone?"</b></blockquote><p>As Ano leaves in a hurry, Zeldrith shrugs and continues his meal. After an awkwardly long silence, he sighs. <b>"I-I'm sorry - I've never met any talking birds before, so I don't really know where to go with this conversation. Do you... like eating seeds, by any chance? I'm afraid I don't really know anything else to say."</b>Donimah wrote:"I mean, I've literally only known you for a day, so I have nothing to compare it against. But I can certainly relate to being sneered at for being poor. Had to deal with that literally my whole damn life. And while I can't say I've been 'cursed,' I know what it's like to be looked down on for what you are. My father was Shoanti, so people think me a superstitious horse-f***ing brute, and any actual Shoanti I've met...well you saw what happened at the White Deer yesterday. I...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-16T03:51:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#772024-03-14T23:40:46Z2024-03-14T23:03:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Juriya wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Yeah. Sometimes we import Janderhoff as well. However there's also <i>no</i> shipping cost, which definitely softens the blow. And some sunk cost fallacy and loyalty as well, since both our families are originally from Minkai. Good to know it's not just us using their glassware! What's your father use it for?"</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith shrugs. <b>"Same thing as most merchants use it for, I think. He owns a general store in Rag's End. I won't argue that the Kaijitsu glass is better quality, but the sort who visit my family's shop don't generally have the money for the fancy stuff, which is why we sell more of the cheaper Janderhoff glass."</b> As the Minkaian woman shows off the coin she won at the competition, Zeldrith grins. <b>"The balance beam? Congratulations, my friend!"</b> He nods towards Persephone. <b>"You going to try any of the challenges, friend? I'll be honest, you don't really seem the athletic type, and I doubt you'll beat Donimah's time in the swimming challenge in any case."</b>
<p>As the patrons start to move outdoors for the butterfly release, Zeldrith smiles, getting to his feet and making his way outside for the main event of the festival. As Father Zantus makes his speech, he lowers his head in prayer to Desna, applauding politely when the butterflies are released. When Arrian rushes back to the <i>Hagfish,</i> he chuckles to himself, shaking his head. <b>"You're in quite the hurry, my friend! Good luck this afternoon!"</b></p>
<p>The mercenary makes his way back to the table at the Rusty Dragon, taking a seat and nodding gratefully to Bethana as she brings over a plate of salmon. After eating in silence for a minute or two, he looks apologetically at the others at the table. <b>"Look, I'm sorry if I've been a bit on edge these past couple of days. Sandpoint seems like a very nice town, and I've felt welcome here - it's just that I've never really had many friends, see. Most of those who don't sneer at me for being poor sneer at me for the whole 'curse' thing, and I'm just trying to make sure I can come back here someday - I think my family might like it better here than in Magnimar, to tell you the truth."</b></p>Juriya wrote:"Yeah. Sometimes we import Janderhoff as well. However there's also no shipping cost, which definitely softens the blow. And some sunk cost fallacy and loyalty as well, since both our families are originally from Minkai. Good to know it's not just us using their glassware! What's your father use it for?"
Zeldrith shrugs. "Same thing as most merchants use it for, I think. He owns a general store in Rag's End. I won't argue that the Kaijitsu glass is better quality, but the sort...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-14T23:03:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=3#1072024-03-14T20:20:47Z2024-03-14T20:08:13Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">I like runes wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>Why is Zeldrith's voice raspy in my head?</span></blockquote><p>I actually had a hard time creating a voice for Zeldrith in my head. The closest I could come was 'sounds something like Bing Crosby,' but I can easily hear his voice as raspy too.I like runes wrote:Why is Zeldrith's voice raspy in my head?
I actually had a hard time creating a voice for Zeldrith in my head. The closest I could come was 'sounds something like Bing Crosby,' but I can easily hear his voice as raspy too.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-14T20:08:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=8#3532024-03-14T20:10:47Z2024-03-14T20:03:50Z<p>As the scouts confirm the presence of the traps, Vhekk actually seems to relax, moving forward himself to join his allies.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stealth:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18</span></p>
<p><b><span class=tiny>"If there are traps, there likely aren't sentinels as well - there's no cause to have the one with the other. We should be able to approach unseen."</b></span></p>As the scouts confirm the presence of the traps, Vhekk actually seems to relax, moving forward himself to join his allies.
[dice=Stealth]1d20+8[/dice]
"If there are traps, there likely aren't sentinels as well - there's no cause to have the one with the other. We should be able to approach unseen."Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-14T20:03:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8712024-03-14T02:50:47Z2024-03-14T02:41:53Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Chief Sootscale wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"And these priests that you speak of, no offense to you but we do not worship your god. Someone else from the tribe will be chosen to be priest for Old Sharptooth."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu shrugs. <b>"Suit yourself. It's no business of mine - I was just trying to help."</b>
<p>As the kobolds present the group with their treasures, his face lights up as he spots Svetlana's ring. <b>"There it is! I thought the mites had this!"</b> He kneels to pick up the ring, storing it in a pocket for return to Svetlana.</p>Chief Sootscale wrote:"And these priests that you speak of, no offense to you but we do not worship your god. Someone else from the tribe will be chosen to be priest for Old Sharptooth."
Nidintu shrugs. "Suit yourself. It's no business of mine - I was just trying to help." As the kobolds present the group with their treasures, his face lights up as he spots Svetlana's ring. "There it is! I thought the mites had this!" He kneels to pick up the ring, storing it in a pocket for return to Svetlana.Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-14T02:41:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#672024-03-14T03:30:51Z2024-03-14T02:29:55Z<p>Zeldrith waves back at Ano as he enters the Rusty Dragon at Arrian's heels. <b>"Morning, Ano! Good to see you!"</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Juriya wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Oh, the Kaijitsus? They're a local noble family in the Merchant's League, doing glasswork of all kinds. My family, a somewhat successful family of Alchemists, has to do business with them on the regular... you know, since alchemy requires a fair bit of glassware. Lonjiku is Ameiko's father. He's... admittedly a bit strict at times, from what Ameiko tells me."</b></blockquote><p>The young mercenary nods. <b>"They've got a townhouse in Magnimar and everything. Half the glassware my father sells in his shop has the Kaijitsu maker's mark - it's quality work, though the imports from Janderhoff are still cheaper."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ano wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Hey guys! Hope you all had a fun time with some of the games!"</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith smirks, showing the coin he won. <b>"There was a climbing competition at Junker's Edge. Some guy named Gorvi was running it - real creep, looking up womens' dresses and everything. I got to the top so he wouldn't have anything to look at anymore."</b> He shrugs. <b>"Ordinarily, I'm not so good with heights, but anger makes us do funny things. Really, it was either climb the pole or knock the lights out of his ugly mug, and creep or no, I have no doubt the Sandpoint folk would side with the local over the 'hellspawn thug from Magnimar.'"</b>
<p>He looks around at the rest of the assembled group. <b>"What about the rest of you? Donimah, I saw you swim - you're better than I could ever hope to be, I'll tell you that! I'd heard there was some trivia competition, too - sounds like it would be your speed. Been there yet?"</b> His question seems innocent enough, and he is definitely <i>not</i> mentioning how embarrassing poor Arrian's near-drowning experience was, especially not in front of Persephone - his stupidity is debatable, but he's certainly not blind.</p>Zeldrith waves back at Ano as he enters the Rusty Dragon at Arrian's heels. "Morning, Ano! Good to see you!"
Juriya wrote:"Oh, the Kaijitsus? They're a local noble family in the Merchant's League, doing glasswork of all kinds. My family, a somewhat successful family of Alchemists, has to do business with them on the regular... you know, since alchemy requires a fair bit of glassware. Lonjiku is Ameiko's father. He's... admittedly a bit strict at times, from what Ameiko tells me."
The young...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-14T02:29:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay&page=2#552024-03-13T01:14:47Z2024-03-13T00:48:18Z<p>As Arrian leads him to Junker's Point, Zeldrith follows close behind, though he does balk at the sight of the slippery pole. <b>"M-maybe we could try by the mill, friend? I'm not good with heights..."</b> Just then, his attention is drawn by Gorvi's indiscretions as a local shop assistant tries (and fails) to reach the tattered flag at the end of the pole, and his fiendish features contort with rage. <b>"Why that dirty rat! Hold my hat, pal - I'll show him something he won't forget in a hurry!"</b> Zeldrith shoves his wide-brimmed hat into Arrian's hands, then approaches the pole, his crimson eye blazing with anger...</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21</span></p>
<p>...and, driven by fury rather than fear, the normally acrophobic young man begins his climb to the top of the pole. At first, he falters, his fear of the climb ahead of him holding him back, but as he gets back to his feet, he tries again, scrambling up the grease-slick wood like a spider up a wall, his hooves finding purchase on the slippery surface. At the top, he unhooks the simple flag, then slides back down the pole to land on the ground near the trash sweeper. The young mercenary tosses the dirty flag at Gorvi's feet, grabbing the chest and the wooden coin with a sneer. <b>"Now you've got nothing to look at, do you, pal?"</b></p>
<p>Zeldrith makes his way back to Arrian, jamming his floppy hat back on his head and grinning at the young Caydenite. <b>"Can't say I liked the height, but the look on that creep's face made it all worthwhile, don't you think? I saw Persephone and the others headed towards the Rusty Dragon earlier - we should probably go see what they're doing."</b></p>As Arrian leads him to Junker's Point, Zeldrith follows close behind, though he does balk at the sight of the slippery pole. "M-maybe we could try by the mill, friend? I'm not good with heights..." Just then, his attention is drawn by Gorvi's indiscretions as a local shop assistant tries (and fails) to reach the tattered flag at the end of the pole, and his fiendish features contort with rage. "Why that dirty rat! Hold my hat, pal - I'll show him something he won't forget in a hurry!"...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-13T00:48:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8672024-03-13T00:34:46Z2024-03-13T00:25:04Z<p>Nidintu grins as the arrogant kobold falls, but his smile falters and he raises his eyebrows when the priest's form resolves into that of the <s>inimitable</s> insufferable Tartuccio. Recognizing the annoying would-be hero, the massive warrior scowls and kicks at the corpse. <b>"I know this fool - his name was Tartuccio. He was one of the adventurers who set out to conquer the Stolen Lands. Pathetic little coward, he was, always hiding and cowering and playing dead. Always bragging about how smart he was."</b> The massive pitborn glances at Roots. <b>"Who were those other two who went with him? That grumpy scholar Harruk or something, and that creepy farmer lady Jaeda, right? Probably knifed them in the back and left them in a ditch somewhere. We should probably find their bodies, make sure they're buried or burned or whatever the custom is."</b></p>
<p>He turns to Chief Sootscale and the other two kobolds, kneeling to shake the kobold lord's hand. <b>"I'm glad I could help you get your tribe back, Chief. On that topic, it seems like you're short a priest. If you'd like, I can try to help - my god's priests often wander the land, and I'm sure I could talk one into visiting here every so often: blessing newborn children, burying the dead, all that. Erastil's the god of those who band together, and I think He'd smile on this place here."</b></p>
<p>Finishing his talk with Chief Sootscale, he gets to his feet again, dusting off his hands. <b>"Right, we should probably be going, friends. I'd like to check the Old Sycamore one more time, see if we can find Svetlana's ring anywhere."</b></p>Nidintu grins as the arrogant kobold falls, but his smile falters and he raises his eyebrows when the priest's form resolves into that of the inimitable insufferable Tartuccio. Recognizing the annoying would-be hero, the massive warrior scowls and kicks at the corpse. "I know this fool - his name was Tartuccio. He was one of the adventurers who set out to conquer the Stolen Lands. Pathetic little coward, he was, always hiding and cowering and playing dead. Always bragging about how smart he...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-13T00:25:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#482024-03-12T03:28:42Z2024-03-12T03:23:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Arrian wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"But Cydrak said in the trash is 'another man's treasure' so it could be something worth some coin. Sad to say I'm down on my luck and could use any money I can find. If you're talented at finding stuff I'll help move the smelly stuff aside; believe me it's nothing worse than I've had to clean up mannnnnny times at <i>The Hagfish.</i>"</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith sighs, shaking his head. <b>"I suppose you're right - we both need the coin. The neighborhood where I grew up was the 'trash heap' of Magnimar, so I'm sure it's no more foul than I've smelled before. Still, having hot needles jammed into your eyes once doesn't mean it's any more pleasant the second time."</b>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I suspect that in a few minutes, the party member with scent is going to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dnQwWbR9jk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">regret his decision.</a></span></p>Arrian wrote:"But Cydrak said in the trash is 'another man's treasure' so it could be something worth some coin. Sad to say I'm down on my luck and could use any money I can find. If you're talented at finding stuff I'll help move the smelly stuff aside; believe me it's nothing worse than I've had to clean up mannnnnny times at The Hagfish."
Zeldrith sighs, shaking his head. "I suppose you're right - we both need the coin. The neighborhood where I grew up was the 'trash heap' of Magnimar, so...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-12T03:23:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8632024-03-12T03:28:17Z2024-03-12T03:14:33Z<p>Nidintu nods at Xavin's statement, swinging blindly at roughly the area where Tartuk was recently standing. <b>"Your tricks won't save you, little fool! I'll send you to meet your devil-god soon enough!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Flat Check:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 19</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Flat Check:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 1</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Flat Check:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12</span></p>Nidintu nods at Xavin's statement, swinging blindly at roughly the area where Tartuk was recently standing. "Your tricks won't save you, little fool! I'll send you to meet your devil-god soon enough!"
[dice=Flat Check]1d20[/dice]
[dice=Greataxe Strike]1d20+11[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12+4[/dice]
[dice=Flat Check]1d20[/dice]
[dice=Greataxe Strike]1d20+6[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12+4[/dice]
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[dice=Damage]1d12+4[/dice]Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-12T03:14:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=2#872024-03-12T01:38:17Z2024-03-12T01:27:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Juriya Arima wrote:</div><blockquote>But giving up traps can presumably vary depending on campaign.</blockquote><p>Definitely variable with the type of campaign being run. It would probably work great for a Kingmaker game, but probably the wrong choice for a Shattered Star campaign. From what I understand, Rise of the Runelords is one of the ones where it could work, but I do recall a handful of particularly cruel traps near the end of Book 1.Juriya Arima wrote:But giving up traps can presumably vary depending on campaign.
Definitely variable with the type of campaign being run. It would probably work great for a Kingmaker game, but probably the wrong choice for a Shattered Star campaign. From what I understand, Rise of the Runelords is one of the ones where it could work, but I do recall a handful of particularly cruel traps near the end of Book 1.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-12T01:27:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=2#852024-03-12T01:28:18Z2024-03-12T01:04:46Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">.Arrian wrote:</div><blockquote>At low-level not as strong as a wolf animal companion (as long as it lasts) but that goes back to the old, 'You have to survive low-level play before complaining.'</blockquote><p>I very much empathize. I've tested this particular build myself before - once my character gets his hands on some of the higher-tier buffing spells (Dispel Magic, Haste, and Stoneskin come to mind), as well as some of the higher-level bloodline abilities borrowed from the bloodrager, he'll be a good frontliner and a skilled mageslayer who can leverage a 3/4 BAB and 3/4 spellcasting into the damage output of a full BAB plus most of the applicable buffs and a few extra magical wild-cards, but until level 4, poor Zeldrith is effectively a second-rate fighter who trades an extra 1/4 BAB, a d10 hit die, bonus feats, and shield proficiency for spells that temporarily give him the AC he could have at all times with a decent fighter build.
<p>In fairness, I originally built him for Return, and I've done my homework - I'm told that <i>Secrets of Roderic's Cove</i> is RP-heavy enough that Zeldrith could probably survive as the party frontliner until gaining access to 2nd-level spells.</p>.Arrian wrote:At low-level not as strong as a wolf animal companion (as long as it lasts) but that goes back to the old, 'You have to survive low-level play before complaining.'
I very much empathize. I've tested this particular build myself before - once my character gets his hands on some of the higher-tier buffing spells (Dispel Magic, Haste, and Stoneskin come to mind), as well as some of the higher-level bloodline abilities borrowed from the bloodrager, he'll be a good frontliner and a...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-12T01:04:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#442024-03-11T23:08:17Z2024-03-11T23:02:03Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 - 1 ⇒ (17) - 1 = 16</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>White Deer:</span>
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As the shifty-looking stranger approaches, Zeldrith looks up, curious. <b>"Help you, pal?"</b> When the man leaves without a word, he shakes his head. <b>"Probably some traveler curious about us."</b> He glances around at the others at the table. <b>"You have to admit, friends, few of us are exactly normal by this little town's standards."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Isabel wrote:</div><blockquote><b><span class=tiny>"Zeldrith, are you being hunted by anyone?"</b></span></blockquote><p>At the little raven's words, Zeldrith blanches, turning abruptly to look in the direction of the vanished stranger. Glancing around to ensure he is not overheard, he begins to whisper to the strange bird. <span class=tiny><b>"M-my family's shop was owned by the Sczarni - they were bleeding us dry! A few years back, I managed to get enough money together to buy the shop outright from them, give us our freedom. I told my father I won it gambling, but..."</b></span> He sighs. <span class=tiny><b>"...I borrowed it from a man named Molatius Falco, a crime lord from Cheliax. If I'm being hunted, it's probably Falco trying to collect on my debt."</b></span>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Swallowtail Festival:</span>
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At the festival itself, Zeldrith seeks out familiar faces in the crowd, finding himself near Arrian. As the town dignitaries give their speeches, he politely nods along, clapping and cheering at all the appropriate points - though at the muttered exclamations from the crowd as the sheriff announces Lord Kaijitsu's absence, he furrows his brow. <b><span class=tiny>"I take it the local lord is an unpopular man?"</span></b></p>
<p>The young mercenary's face falls at the mention of <i>The Harpy's Curse,</i> and his hand strays to something in his pocket. As the group disperses to search for the various games, he turns to the half-orc with a smile on his face, his earlier melancholy apparently forgotten. <b>"That Cydrak man said something about trash, correct? Is there a junk heap anywhere near here, by chance?"</b> His smile falters as he thinks for a moment. <b>"...On second thought, I might sit this one out. Back when I was a boy, my friends used to call me 'Bloodhound Zel' because of how good my nose was, and I don't particularly want to know what Sandpoint's junk heap smells like on a day this hot."</b></p>[dice=Perception]1d20-1[/dice]
White Deer:
As the shifty-looking stranger approaches, Zeldrith looks up, curious. "Help you, pal?" When the man leaves without a word, he shakes his head. "Probably some traveler curious about us." He glances around at the others at the table. "You have to admit, friends, few of us are exactly normal by this little town's standards."
Isabel wrote:"Zeldrith, are you being hunted by anyone?"
At the little raven's words, Zeldrith blanches, turning abruptly to...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-11T23:02:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=2#782024-03-11T22:28:17Z2024-03-11T22:18:31Z<p>Glancing over it, I think Judgement might be the better option, but I don't play many inquisitors.</p>Glancing over it, I think Judgement might be the better option, but I don't play many inquisitors.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-11T22:18:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#332024-03-11T03:51:01Z2024-03-11T03:06:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Arrian wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Wow, you should tell that story at The Hagfish; Jargie might offer you a free drink or a few coins to hear it! He's always looking for stories about heroes and magic and long ago lore."</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith raises his eyebrows. <b>"If stories can fetch me coin, I'll be a rich man before long. Tell me, have you ever heard 'Death and the Merchant?' It's the tale of a shopkeeper who met Pharasma as She went about her duties during a plague in the city of Kavapesta, far to the north."</b> He shrugs. <b>"More of a philosophers' tale than anything else. Still, I know a great many of the tales of knights and heroes."</b>
<p>The young man grins, patting the book he had been reading with one hand. <b>"My nephew Revek wants to be an explorer when he grows up, you see. Matter of fact, this book's a gift for him. <i>Record of Truan Iolavai,</i> it's called. Got it for cheap off a bookbinder I know - tales of dragons and giants, heroes and kings, all that."</b> Zeldrith shakes his head, smirking. <b>"What will those kids think of next? I know when I was a kid, all I wanted to be was a shepherd. Lying out there at night, with nothing for company but the sheep in the field, the stars in the sky, and the song in your heart - a life at peace."</b> At this, he stops eating, a wistful look passing over his face as his mind strays to old dreams.</p>
<p>After a moment, he shakes his head and gets back to his meal. <b>"You get older, you realize what the world's really like. You put aside dreams and aspirations, learn to make the best of what you've got. Still..."</b> The young mercenary sighs. <b>"...I suppose dreams never really die; they just get pushed to the side, waiting for the day when they're made real. Who knows? Perhaps someday, I'll get to live that life of peace..."</b></p>Arrian wrote:"Wow, you should tell that story at The Hagfish; Jargie might offer you a free drink or a few coins to hear it! He's always looking for stories about heroes and magic and long ago lore."
Zeldrith raises his eyebrows. "If stories can fetch me coin, I'll be a rich man before long. Tell me, have you ever heard 'Death and the Merchant?' It's the tale of a shopkeeper who met Pharasma as She went about her duties during a plague in the city of Kavapesta, far to the north." He shrugs....Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-11T03:06:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#302024-03-10T22:29:35Z2024-03-10T21:54:06Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Juriya Arima wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Blood magic, hm? Some kind of sorcerer? I'm by no means lucky enough to have any kind of innate magic, just born into a family of local career alchemists. Some kind of archaeologists? Don't see Thassilonian runes often on bodies. Oh, where are my manners? My name is Juriya Arima, pleasure to meet you!"</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith takes the new arrival's hand, nodding in greeting. <b>"Zeldrith Angothane. And no, I'm no scholar, simply a mercenary - this symbol was considered good fortune where I grew up, and I thought I'd need luck if I'm to make my living by the sword. As for the magic..."</b> He snaps his fingers, and a spark of flame appears in the air above his hand for the briefest of instants. <b>"...to tell you the truth, I don't really know. They say that my family is descended from kings of old, great mages who ruled the mountain folk far to the west. We're poor enough now, of course, but..."</b>
<p>His train of thought is interrupted as the new arrival bursts in, a seemingly nonstop stream of words flowing from both the cat-person and the bird accompanying her. The young pitborn looks at Ano blankly, clearly baffled. <b>"...I-I'm sorry, what?"</b></p>
<p>As the food arrives, Zeldrith relaxes, though he does stare at the napkin in confusion for a moment. Before too long, however, he is eagerly eating the provided food, talking through mouthfuls of eggs and sausage. <b>"Later today, I was going to check around town, see if I can find some work. I've got a strong back and a willing attitude, and there are plenty of ships in town for the festival - I could help unload cargo, try to make some money."</b></p>Juriya Arima wrote:"Blood magic, hm? Some kind of sorcerer? I'm by no means lucky enough to have any kind of innate magic, just born into a family of local career alchemists. Some kind of archaeologists? Don't see Thassilonian runes often on bodies. Oh, where are my manners? My name is Juriya Arima, pleasure to meet you!"
Zeldrith takes the new arrival's hand, nodding in greeting. "Zeldrith Angothane. And no, I'm no scholar, simply a mercenary - this symbol was considered good fortune where...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-10T21:54:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=2#722024-03-10T21:40:53Z2024-03-10T21:29:32Z<p>I had initially put skill points into Diplomacy and Intimidate, but looking at the rest of the characters, it seems like we've got that well covered - would it be okay to fiddle with Zeldrith a bit, switch his skill points to Climb and UMD or something like that?</p>
<p>Also, on an unrelated note, I had initially written Zeldrith up as much quieter and more serious, but looking at the rest of the party, I think that such a character might definitely be <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NV49uVdKtnQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">reading from the wrong script.</a></p>I had initially put skill points into Diplomacy and Intimidate, but looking at the rest of the characters, it seems like we've got that well covered - would it be okay to fiddle with Zeldrith a bit, switch his skill points to Climb and UMD or something like that?
Also, on an unrelated note, I had initially written Zeldrith up as much quieter and more serious, but looking at the rest of the party, I think that such a character might definitely be reading from the wrong script.Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-10T21:29:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#232024-03-10T15:40:52Z2024-03-10T15:31:38Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah Southlander wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Ah. A lucky dilettante, then. Your tattoo remains auspicious at least."</b></blockquote><p>After a moment of thought, Zeldrith nods. <b>"I suppose I am lucky. I'm certainly not smart enough to be a mage, and my family's never had more than a few silvers to rub together at at time - certainly not the money to get me that sort of apprenticeship in any case. Blood magic's really the only way I was ever going to be anything more than a second-rate mercenary."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah Southlander wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"From what I heard of the conversation coming in you are new arrivals in Sandpoint as well? Depending on the cost of lodgings I may find myself in the market for...hired aid."</b></blockquote><p>The young man smiles, and wisps of smoke start to curl from the edges of his eyes. <b>"You're in luck, then - I happen to be a sell-sword myself!"</b> His smile falters. <b>"Unfortunately, I also happen to be between jobs. Caravan Master Tolmar, fat lump of rat <i>šaḫaršuppû</i> that he is, fired me with a quarter of my pay owed as soon as we got to Sandpoint - said the Lost Coast Road was safe enough that he didn't need guards, goblins or no."</b>Donimah Southlander wrote:"Ah. A lucky dilettante, then. Your tattoo remains auspicious at least."
After a moment of thought, Zeldrith nods. "I suppose I am lucky. I'm certainly not smart enough to be a mage, and my family's never had more than a few silvers to rub together at at time - certainly not the money to get me that sort of apprenticeship in any case. Blood magic's really the only way I was ever going to be anything more than a second-rate mercenary." Donimah Southlander wrote:"From...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-10T15:31:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#192024-03-10T04:30:48Z2024-03-10T04:22:11Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Donimah Southlander wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"You need not fear, stranger, I was merely intrigued by the mark you wear. The rune of good fortune. Few bear the marks of ancient Thassilon so proudly, and I wondered if I had stumbled upon a kindred spirit."</b></blockquote><p>As the Shoanti mage approaches, Zeldrith looks up warily, but as she speaks, his face splits in a grin composed of equal parts good nature and relief. <b>"And I'm Zeldrith. Nice to meet you."</b> He clears his throat, embarrassed. <b>"Sorry, Miss - you know what these little towns are like."</b> He grimaces and rubs his neck as an unpleasant memory rises to the forefront of his mind. <b>"You stop at an inn for the night, a local kid gets a runny nose, an old cow dies, everybody points the finger at the 'out-of-town freak,' and all of the sudden, there's a noose waiting for you in Galduria."</b> After a moment, he smiles again, nodding at one of the empty chairs at the table. <b>"Still, none of that's <i>your</i> problem - if you're just looking to talk, I'd be happy to. There's certainly no shortage of room at this table here."</b>
<p>At the mention of the 'marks of ancient Thassilon,' however, his brow furrows, and the young warrior shakes his head. <b>"Sorry - I don't know much about that scholar stuff. Tattoos like this were considered good luck in the mercenary company I once fought in, but I don't speak the language - don't know much about magic at all, in fact."</b> He clears his throat again, clearly ashamed at his ignorance. <b>"I-I mean, I know a few tricks, but my magic's in the blood, see, not books like yours."</b></p>Donimah Southlander wrote:"You need not fear, stranger, I was merely intrigued by the mark you wear. The rune of good fortune. Few bear the marks of ancient Thassilon so proudly, and I wondered if I had stumbled upon a kindred spirit."
As the Shoanti mage approaches, Zeldrith looks up warily, but as she speaks, his face splits in a grin composed of equal parts good nature and relief. "And I'm Zeldrith. Nice to meet you." He clears his throat, embarrassed. "Sorry, Miss - you know what these...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-10T04:22:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#152024-03-09T22:40:53Z2024-03-09T21:46:20Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I actually spent some years <i>surviving</i> in Underbridge District. Isabel here has educated me on appearances do not need be dependent on environmental impact."</b></blockquote><p>Zeldrith's eyes light up at Persephone's words. <b>"Underbridge? We're practically neighbors, then! Plenty of my friends still live there, and I've certainly ended more than one night unconscious under a table at Omar's Tavern."</b> He pats the hilt of the longsword at his side. <b>"Matter of fact, I got this blade there - won it off a smuggler in a game of dice. Tell me, is Old Vasilescu still alive? The old soldier from Ustalav? He always used to tell us kids stories from when he was a boy, when he fought in the armies of Count Neska."</b>
<p>His mirth diminishes, however, when he notices the Shoanti woman staring at him from a nearby table - he self-consciously looks away, glancing skeptically at the mage out of the corner of his eye. He elbows Arrian and nods towards the staring woman. <b>"It seems we've drawn some unwanted attention, friend."</b> He scowls. <b>"Probably heard some stories about 'demonspawn,' worried we're going to eat her or something. I'm sure you've seen it plenty of times. Best to keep our heads down, or we'll be leaving town three steps ahead of a mob."</b></p>Persephone wrote:"I actually spent some years surviving in Underbridge District. Isabel here has educated me on appearances do not need be dependent on environmental impact."
Zeldrith's eyes light up at Persephone's words. "Underbridge? We're practically neighbors, then! Plenty of my friends still live there, and I've certainly ended more than one night unconscious under a table at Omar's Tavern." He pats the hilt of the longsword at his side. "Matter of fact, I got this blade there - won it...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-09T21:46:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/gameplay#112024-03-08T23:20:46Z2024-03-08T22:47:54Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Arrian wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Hey Zeldrith, how are you today? Anything fun and exciting happen? Any big plans for the Swallowtail Festival tomorrow? Hopefully you're going to attend the grand opening of the Sandpoint Cathedral!"</b></blockquote><p>As the half-orc approaches, Zeldrith lowers his book, turning his eerie gaze up at the new arrival. He gives the man a blank look for a second, trying to place him, before his face splits in a grin, revealing rows of needle-like teeth. <b>"...I know you - from the caravan, right? Arten, wasn't it?"</b> He nods in greeting. <b>"Like I said the other day, though, my friends call me Zel. And no, I didn't know about the festival when I came here - it just worked out that way. Desna's luck, I suppose."</b> As the conversation shifts to the unnatural heat, he shrugs. <b>"Can't say I much noticed - I've always handled the heat well. Still, it'll be a day to watch out for fires, for sure. Even a little campfire could burn down half a forest, the way the weather is."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Innkeeper wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Table is for eating, keep it clean. What are you having, hell-spawn?"</b></blockquote><p>The grin freezes on Zeldrith's face, and he takes his hooves off the table. <span class=tiny><b>"Sure, wear out my name, why don't you?"</b></span> He nods gratefully as the old farmer orders a drink for him, but he shoots a glare at the innkeeper as the Shoanti man walks away, muttering singularly foul imprecations in the guttural demon tongue. <span class=tiny><b>"Well, <i>bēl lemutei</i> to you too, pal."</b></span>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Persephone wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Good morning. My name is Persephone. This colorful character is Isabel. We just newly arrived in Sandpoint for the festival. May the Resplendent Goddess of Fortune ever favor you."</b></blockquote><p>The young man looks up as the new arrival approaches the table, extending a seven-fingered hand in greeting. <b>"Zeldrith Angothane, but my friends call me Zel. You from Magnimar, Miss? I'm from Rag's End myself, though from the cut of your clothes I imagine you're from a far wealthier district."</b> At the mention of the 'Goddess of Fortune,' his grin widens, and he indicates the silver butterfly amulet around his neck. <b>"You're Desnan? My grandmother Tilara was a priestess - this amulet was hers. It's good to meet a sister in faith."</b>Arrian wrote:"Hey Zeldrith, how are you today? Anything fun and exciting happen? Any big plans for the Swallowtail Festival tomorrow? Hopefully you're going to attend the grand opening of the Sandpoint Cathedral!"
As the half-orc approaches, Zeldrith lowers his book, turning his eerie gaze up at the new arrival. He gives the man a blank look for a second, trying to place him, before his face splits in a grin, revealing rows of needle-like teeth. "...I know you - from the caravan, right?...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-08T22:47:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM I like runes' RotRLZeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8b/discussion&page=2#632024-03-08T23:00:46Z2024-03-08T22:47:44Z<p>Apologies for my radio silence as regards the mechanical aspects of the builds - everything suggested so far sounds good, though I'm no expert in the build aspect of the game.</p>
<p>As for Juriya's secret, look at the rest of the party. A shapeshifting fox is <i>still</i> one of the most normal people in the group. It's probably going to come out eventually, but other than (possibly) Donimah, I don't think the rest of the party is likely to care - none of the rest of them are human, either, and most barely qualify as humanoid.</p>Apologies for my radio silence as regards the mechanical aspects of the builds - everything suggested so far sounds good, though I'm no expert in the build aspect of the game.
As for Juriya's secret, look at the rest of the party. A shapeshifting fox is still one of the most normal people in the group. It's probably going to come out eventually, but other than (possibly) Donimah, I don't think the rest of the party is likely to care - none of the rest of them are human, either, and most...Zeldrith Angothane (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-08T22:47:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=18#8522024-03-07T00:30:47Z2024-03-06T23:39:19Z<p>As Tartuk casts his spell, Nidintu scowls at the little kobold, lashing out with his axe at what he assumes is the right image. <b>"You call yourself a priest? What sort of priest gets his people killed and doesn't so much as bat an eye? You're as much a holy man as I, little fool!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe AoO (Expert, Flanking):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 13 ⇒ (20) + 13 = 33</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12</span></p>
<p>As the spell takes hold of his mind, however, Nidintu hisses in pain as agony wracks every inch of his body - the feeling is not unlike being flayed alive. After a moment, though, he shakes his head and gives a nightmarish grin at the offending kobold. <b>"Is that the best you can do, little fool? I'll give you that back tenfold!"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If the spell has a somatic component, Nidintu gets an AoO - if not, disregard. I'm just trying to take care of one of his images - it makes my job easier.</span></p>
<p>Seeing that Tartuk stands alone, Nidintu presses his assault, sweeping at the so-called shaman's images like a scythe through grain as he searches for the real one.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Flanking):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 13 ⇒ (6) + 13 = 19</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Power Attack (Expert, Flanking):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d12 + 4 ⇒ (4, 5) + 4 = 13</span></p>As Tartuk casts his spell, Nidintu scowls at the little kobold, lashing out with his axe at what he assumes is the right image. "You call yourself a priest? What sort of priest gets his people killed and doesn't so much as bat an eye? You're as much a holy man as I, little fool!"
[dice=Greataxe AoO (Expert, Flanking)]1d20+13[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12+4[/dice]
As the spell takes hold of his mind, however, Nidintu hisses in pain as agony wracks every inch of his body - the feeling is not...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-06T23:39:19ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Project Bazaar: The Give and Take. A market place for GMs and PlayersGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8a/recruiting#212024-03-06T04:50:46Z2024-03-06T04:39:58Z<p>After some more consideration, I've decided to step away as PbP GM for some time so that I can focus more on running the game at my home table. While I appreciate the offer to join this project and wish the remaining members nothing but the best, I would like to withdraw from Project Bazaar.</p>After some more consideration, I've decided to step away as PbP GM for some time so that I can focus more on running the game at my home table. While I appreciate the offer to join this project and wish the remaining members nothing but the best, I would like to withdraw from Project Bazaar.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-06T04:39:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8452024-03-05T22:10:47Z2024-03-05T21:50:06Z<p>As the battle begins, Nidintu shoves his way through to reach Tartuk, aiming a pair of massive blows at where he believes the little kobold is. <b>"Chief Sootscale strikes against his own kin? A priest who cuts his people to bits for sacrifices sounds more like a traitor than a chief who tries to free them! Your bloodthirsty god won't save you now, little fool!"</b></p>
<p>Knowing that he is more resilient than some of his allies, Nidintu continues to menace the kobold priest, trying to bait him into attacking the heavily armored warrior rather than the more vulnerable Chief Sootscale. <b>"Eyes on me, little fool. Ignore the Chief and... <i>whatever</i> Carageorn said, I'm the real threat here!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 11 ⇒ (16) + 11 = 27</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7</span></p>As the battle begins, Nidintu shoves his way through to reach Tartuk, aiming a pair of massive blows at where he believes the little kobold is. "Chief Sootscale strikes against his own kin? A priest who cuts his people to bits for sacrifices sounds more like a traitor than a chief who tries to free them! Your bloodthirsty god won't save you now, little fool!"
Knowing that he is more resilient than some of his allies, Nidintu continues to menace the kobold priest, trying to bait him into...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-05T21:50:06ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Project Bazaar: The Give and Take. A market place for GMs and PlayersGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8a/recruiting#172024-03-04T11:50:47Z2024-03-04T11:40:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">TechnoDM wrote:</div><blockquote><p>Crown of the Kobold King doesn't have a Chronicle sheet. I would suggest running <a href="https://pathfinderwiki.com/wiki/Malevolence" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Malevolence</a> instead. It is designed for 2e, while Crown of the Kobold King isn't. Then, Troubles in Otari could be run at 2nd level.</p>
<p>For 4th level, there is <a href="https://pathfinderwiki.com/wiki/The_Enmity_Cycle" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Enmity Cycle</a></blockquote><p>Apologies, I should have been more clear. The aforementioned list was of the modules I own, so I cannot in fact run Malevolence or The Enmity Cycle, as I do not have either of said modules.TechnoDM wrote:Crown of the Kobold King doesn't have a Chronicle sheet. I would suggest running Malevolence instead. It is designed for 2e, while Crown of the Kobold King isn't. Then, Troubles in Otari could be run at 2nd level.
For 4th level, there is The Enmity Cycle
Apologies, I should have been more clear. The aforementioned list was of the modules I own, so I cannot in fact run Malevolence or The Enmity Cycle, as I do not have either of said modules.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-04T11:40:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8362024-03-04T04:33:46Z2024-03-04T04:27:46Z<p>Nidintu follows close at Chief Sootscale's heels, glancing around the massive cavern and the occult symbols adorning its walls. At the talk of sacrifices, his gaze fixes on the purple-scaled kobold, and he scowls, hefting his axe menacingly. <b>"There'll be no sacrifices here today. Didn't you hear the Chief, or are you deaf <i>and</i> stupid? You're exiled, so get out of here while you still have legs to walk on."</b> He nudges Chief Sootscale with the butt of his axe to get the kobold king's attention. <b>"Don't worry, friend - the others and I stand with you. We'll drive out this little fool one way or the other."</b></p>Nidintu follows close at Chief Sootscale's heels, glancing around the massive cavern and the occult symbols adorning its walls. At the talk of sacrifices, his gaze fixes on the purple-scaled kobold, and he scowls, hefting his axe menacingly. "There'll be no sacrifices here today. Didn't you hear the Chief, or are you deaf and stupid? You're exiled, so get out of here while you still have legs to walk on." He nudges Chief Sootscale with the butt of his axe to get the kobold king's attention....Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-04T04:27:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E Discussion: Bitter Cold Truths ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/discussion&page=2#592024-03-04T02:24:00Z2024-03-04T02:11:14Z<p>Sincerest condolences for your loss, GM.</p>Sincerest condolences for your loss, GM.Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-04T02:11:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=14#6582024-03-03T04:16:31Z2024-03-03T03:58:55Z<p>Nikolay rushes to Visayn's side, striking at the side of the furnace with his enchanted aspergillum and dousing its hinges with acid. <b>"You are worse than an inanimate object - you are an <i>animate</i> inanimate object, and you are <i>annoying!</i>"</b> It would seem that this is the best battle cry the young alchemist can do - to the more experienced warriors in the room, the sight is pathetic at best.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Aspergillum:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4</span> <span class=messageboard-ooc>bludgeoning, 1 acid</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Lectrum may have lost his mind after his critical hit, but Nikolay never had it in the first place - in that respect, he has a head start on his poor draconic friend.</span></p>Nikolay rushes to Visayn's side, striking at the side of the furnace with his enchanted aspergillum and dousing its hinges with acid. "You are worse than an inanimate object - you are an animate inanimate object, and you are annoying!" It would seem that this is the best battle cry the young alchemist can do - to the more experienced warriors in the room, the sight is pathetic at best.
[dice=Alchemist's Aspergillum]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d6+1[/dice] bludgeoning, 1 acid
Lectrum may have...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-03T03:58:55ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Project Bazaar: The Give and Take. A market place for GMs and PlayersGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn8a/recruiting#32024-03-03T00:36:42Z2024-03-03T00:32:27Z<p>I would be willing to run the following one-shots, listed in order of level:</p>
<p>1E:
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Master of the Fallen Fortress
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Dawn of the Scarlet Sun
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Carrion Hill
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The Gauntlet</p>
<p>2E:
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The Fall of Plaguestone
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Crown of the Kobold King
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Troubles in Otari
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Sundered Waves
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Mark of the Mantis</p>
<p>Again, I'm not a very experienced GM - I'm the Forever GM for my own group, but that mostly consists of sobbing into my adventure notes as a gang of murderhoboes gets themselves killed trying to rob the Magaambaya (despite the campaign taking place in Goka).</p>I would be willing to run the following one-shots, listed in order of level:
1E:
Master of the Fallen Fortress
Dawn of the Scarlet Sun
Carrion Hill
The Gauntlet
2E:
The Fall of Plaguestone
Crown of the Kobold King
Troubles in Otari
Sundered Waves
Mark of the Mantis
Again, I'm not a very experienced GM - I'm the Forever GM for my own group, but that mostly consists of sobbing into my adventure notes as a gang of murderhoboes gets themselves killed trying to rob the Magaambaya (despite the...GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-03T00:32:27ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Salsa Presents - Rise of the RunelordsMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn6l/recruiting&page=12#5742024-03-02T21:58:00Z2024-03-02T21:51:00Z<p>I'm not much of a GM - the only campaign I ran on the boards died pretty quickly. No disrespect to you, Azure_Zero, but I think I'd like to withdraw from this project - as I said earlier, Zeldrith was originally written up for Return of the Runelords, and I think I'd prefer to keep modifying him for said campaign.</p>I'm not much of a GM - the only campaign I ran on the boards died pretty quickly. No disrespect to you, Azure_Zero, but I think I'd like to withdraw from this project - as I said earlier, Zeldrith was originally written up for Return of the Runelords, and I think I'd prefer to keep modifying him for said campaign.Mokmurian the Great2024-03-02T21:51:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8312024-03-02T17:10:46Z2024-03-02T17:03:02Z<p>As the chief smashes the hard-won idol, Nidintu's grin freezes on his face. After a moment, however, his mind connects the dots and his axe leaps into his hand as he starts after the kobold chief. <b>"A curse from your god, yes? No worries, Chief - we'll help you kick the teeth out of your traitor priests and any who stand with them."</b></p>As the chief smashes the hard-won idol, Nidintu's grin freezes on his face. After a moment, however, his mind connects the dots and his axe leaps into his hand as he starts after the kobold chief. "A curse from your god, yes? No worries, Chief - we'll help you kick the teeth out of your traitor priests and any who stand with them."Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-02T17:03:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3382024-03-02T13:20:45Z2024-03-02T13:12:30Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I was under the impression that we were approaching the lodge from the other side - that the bridge would not affect us either way but could let enemies from that side attack us. GM Reckless mentioned that the bridge is on the far side of the lodge.</span></p>I was under the impression that we were approaching the lodge from the other side - that the bridge would not affect us either way but could let enemies from that side attack us. GM Reckless mentioned that the bridge is on the far side of the lodge.Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-02T13:12:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3362024-03-02T13:00:46Z2024-03-02T12:48:25Z<p>As the group approaches the lodge, Vhekk makes sure to stay close to the treeline, holding his cloak close to his body so as to trap whatever heat he can. At Yorah's words, he shakes his head. <b>"The rope bridge is a good distance away. I agree we should destroy it before entering the lodge, but I think we had best start with the stable - it's some distance away, so our actions should go unnoticed there."</b> His onyx eyes scan the lodge again as his brow furrows in thought. <b>"As for how I would protect this place, I would put lookouts in the lodge to spot invaders, and I would rig the rope bridge to collapse at a moment's notice. As for the well and the outbuilding... I don't <i>think</i> they should have ambushes unless our foes are unnecessarily fearful - they have no reason to suspect an attack, so there is no cause for anything other than the normal."</b> He shrugs before continuing. <b>"Then again, there may be some form of well spirit that lives there on its own. The presence of the fae complicates matters; I am only a human - well, mostly human, anyway - and can only look at these problems as a human would."</b></p>As the group approaches the lodge, Vhekk makes sure to stay close to the treeline, holding his cloak close to his body so as to trap whatever heat he can. At Yorah's words, he shakes his head. "The rope bridge is a good distance away. I agree we should destroy it before entering the lodge, but I think we had best start with the stable - it's some distance away, so our actions should go unnoticed there." His onyx eyes scan the lodge again as his brow furrows in thought. "As for how I would...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-02T12:48:25ZRe: Forums: Rise of the Runelords: Ruining Rise of the RunelordsMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs43y5q?Ruining-Rise-of-the-Runelords#72024-03-01T18:50:45Z2024-03-01T17:47:57Z<p>The way I was reading the module, all the giant camps at area A2 were meant to convey that taking the fortress head-on would be a suicidally stupid idea - the module almost forces players to find alternate ways in (calculating the entirety of the Jorgenfist camps, it comes out to a total CR of around 22 - enough to theoretically defeat some of the weaker Spawn of Rovagug), and if you do choose to include stone giant traditionalists working with the people of Sandpoint, they could easily tell the PCs about the entrance at A4.</p>
<p>As for the killing-en-masse part, it mentions in the module that Mokmurian has forbid the rank-and-file stone giants from entering the boundaries of Jorgenfist, for fear that they would desert if they knew of the depravities that go on therein. Thus, it follows that all the giants encountered within the fortress - that is, all the giants that the players are meant to directly fight - are members of his inner circle to some extent, and thus are complicit to a greater degree than those outside (the giants in the camps are ex-slaves being manipulated by their former overlords, and if the players follow the module as written, they won't kill any of them, while the giants inside the fortress are by and large collaborators with said overlords, with the exception of Conna and Galenmir if you choose to have either of them side with the PCs). If all goes well, the players won't actually kill any giants except for the evil ones - as mentioned before, only one or two of the giants in Jorgenfist itself could reasonably be considered innocent, and the raid on Sandpoint turns into a rout as soon as either Teraktinus or Longtooth - both high-priority targets and both irredeemably evil - are slain.</p>
<p>This also solves the problem of the cannibalism. Area B5 is a minor part of the module at best, and if you don't want to remove it entirely, you could just present it as the excesses of Karzoug's disciples rather than an integral part of the culture of the stone giants - that was how I had initially read the module in any case. As far as my earlier mention of Magnimar, I realize now that it was poorly worded. All I meant to say is that Karzoug's disciples are to the stone giants what the Skinsaw Cult was to Magnimar - cultist groups turning away from the cultural norms of their society and into depravity.</p>The way I was reading the module, all the giant camps at area A2 were meant to convey that taking the fortress head-on would be a suicidally stupid idea - the module almost forces players to find alternate ways in (calculating the entirety of the Jorgenfist camps, it comes out to a total CR of around 22 - enough to theoretically defeat some of the weaker Spawn of Rovagug), and if you do choose to include stone giant traditionalists working with the people of Sandpoint, they could easily tell...Mokmurian the Great2024-03-01T17:47:57ZRe: Forums: Rise of the Runelords: Ruining Rise of the RunelordsMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs43y5q?Ruining-Rise-of-the-Runelords#52024-03-01T14:30:45Z2024-03-01T14:08:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kobold Catgirl wrote:</div><blockquote>I'm admittedly a little daunted by Book Four, which makes some choices with coding that are going to be hard to dial back without a complete rewrite.</blockquote><p>Book 4 is Fortress of the Stone Giants, right? I might be misreading it, but I'm not really seeing how it has harmful coding any more than the Skinsaw Cult is harmful coding against Magnimarans. Bear in mind, the stone giants gathered at Jorgenfist are not exactly representative of the stone giants of the Storval Plateau as a whole - they're violent iconoclasts, acting out against the traditions of the stone giants, and the book states that most of the stone giants find even the name Jorgenfist, which is their name for the fortress that guards the afterlife, blasphemous. That easily lends itself to a similar treatment to what you gave the Thistletop goblins.
<p>Furthermore, the violent departure from the stone giants' culture would draw the ire of deities like <a href="https://pathfinderwiki.com/wiki/Minderhal" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Minderhal</a> - while he is evil, the actions of Mokmurian and his iconoclasts would be completely anathema to him, and I can easily picture stone giant clerics of Minderhal arriving at Sandpoint after the attack to help rebuild and provide some of the information the captive giants could (obviously, with more of an 'impetuous child' outlook on Mokmurian rather than the 'visionary leader' viewpoint his own followers have).</p>
<p>Similarly, a few of the named stone giants (most notably Galenmir and Conna) are neutral rather than evil and rankle at some of their ruler's decisions, and of the stone giant tribes gathered under Mokmurian's banner, the Valissgander and Kavarvatti tribes are noted to chafe under their evil leaders, the Crannoch tribe's leader is nonevil, and the Jormunsir tribe is implied to be Minderhalites (which as mentioned before would mean revulsion with Mokmurian's chaotic ways) - fertile ground for the PCs to turn them against their overlord. In the Concluding the Adventure section, it also mentions that most of the Jorgenfist giants are nonevil and that once Mokmurian is dead, they return to their tribes, seeking forgiveness from their elders.</p>Kobold Catgirl wrote:I'm admittedly a little daunted by Book Four, which makes some choices with coding that are going to be hard to dial back without a complete rewrite.
Book 4 is Fortress of the Stone Giants, right? I might be misreading it, but I'm not really seeing how it has harmful coding any more than the Skinsaw Cult is harmful coding against Magnimarans. Bear in mind, the stone giants gathered at Jorgenfist are not exactly representative of the stone giants of the Storval Plateau as...Mokmurian the Great2024-03-01T14:08:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8272024-03-01T03:50:48Z2024-03-01T03:39:21Z<p>As Nakpik leads the Wildwood Band through the lair, Nidintu follows, stepping around the pit traps and avoiding the kobolds' defensive fortifications. He seems in a far better mood than he was in the mite caverns, likely due to the kobold lair's size - the massive pitborn has to duck only slightly so his horns don't hit the support beams. <b>"Old Forgemaster Thrargrig told me about some of the Holtaksen fortresses in the Five Kings Mountains - this place kind of reminds me of those stories. You'd need an army to get in here, you would!"</b> He grins at Nakpik. <b>"Smart folk, your builders. Keeping their people safe, and all that."</b></p>
<p>As the group enters the presence of Chief Sootscale, Nidintu nods to the kobold king, and at the mention of the statue, he begins to rummage in his backpack. <b>"Happy to help, Chief. I had it somewhere around here... There it is!"</b> He pulls out the statue, wrapped in one of his old shirts to protect it from damage. The towering warrior quickly unwraps the horned statue, rubbing at a dried bit of mite blood on the base, and presents it to the kobold leader, beaming proudly.</p>As Nakpik leads the Wildwood Band through the lair, Nidintu follows, stepping around the pit traps and avoiding the kobolds' defensive fortifications. He seems in a far better mood than he was in the mite caverns, likely due to the kobold lair's size - the massive pitborn has to duck only slightly so his horns don't hit the support beams. "Old Forgemaster Thrargrig told me about some of the Holtaksen fortresses in the Five Kings Mountains - this place kind of reminds me of those stories....Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-03-01T03:39:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3252024-02-29T02:00:46Z2024-02-29T01:56:10Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Noemy wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Anyone else wondering what these ice faeries and bandits and witches wanted with the Lodge? Is it special somehow Vhekk?"</b> </blockquote><p>Vhekk glances over at Noemy, shrugging. <b>"In all honesty, Noemy, I haven't met the High Sentinels much - those who our friend said once used the lodge. Some kind of peacekeepers in the forest, I think, but their territory doesn't overlap much with the best hunting lands, so I don't run into them often. Still, those of their number I have met were skilled archers, and Heldren is in greater danger for their absence, I think."</b>Noemy wrote:"Anyone else wondering what these ice faeries and bandits and witches wanted with the Lodge? Is it special somehow Vhekk?"
Vhekk glances over at Noemy, shrugging. "In all honesty, Noemy, I haven't met the High Sentinels much - those who our friend said once used the lodge. Some kind of peacekeepers in the forest, I think, but their territory doesn't overlap much with the best hunting lands, so I don't run into them often. Still, those of their number I have met were skilled...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-29T01:56:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8252024-02-29T01:40:46Z2024-02-29T01:33:44Z<p>Nidintu nods to the kobold guard, extending a massive hand in greeting and giving one of his enormous grins. <b>"Nice to meet you, Nakpik! We found Mikmek here being tortured by those little fools under the Old Sycamore - took care of them, we did, and brought back your statue too."</b> His face falls before he continues. <b>"Afraid all the others we found were all dead, though. We'll help gather the bodies for burial or burning or whatever your way is, though."</b></p>
<p>At Nakpik's offer, his grin returns in force. <b>"We'd be glad to meet your chief. We're here to make a home of sorts, just like you lot - set up someplace where folk like me and Eskra... well, probably mostly folk like Eskra can live out here, where the air is fresh and souls are free. If we're to live next to your people, we'd best speak with your leader, make sure we can help each other."</b></p>Nidintu nods to the kobold guard, extending a massive hand in greeting and giving one of his enormous grins. "Nice to meet you, Nakpik! We found Mikmek here being tortured by those little fools under the Old Sycamore - took care of them, we did, and brought back your statue too." His face falls before he continues. "Afraid all the others we found were all dead, though. We'll help gather the bodies for burial or burning or whatever your way is, though."
At Nakpik's offer, his grin returns in...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-29T01:33:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8192024-02-28T10:36:53Z2024-02-28T03:11:46Z<p>Nidintu stretches gratefully as he emerges from the cramped tunnels. <b>"Those tunnels are tiny, they are! It's good to be out in the open again - breathe real air, not that stuffy cave air!"</b> He greets Amiri and Linzi with a nod and a friendly grin. <b>"It's good to see you're doing well, Amiri. I would have liked to see those little fools attacking you - would have been like seeing ants throwing themselves at a mountain, it would! And you, Linzi, I'd like you to meet our new friend. This is Mikmek. Mostly, I figure he's a scholar or some such - certainly talks enough for two, he does."</b> At Xavin's words, he nods. <b>"Take whatever time you need."</b></p>
<p>He glances down at Mikmek as the little lizard tugs at his pant leg. <b>"Look, I know you want to go that way, but you've been tortured, little friend! Rest now - I promise we'll take you where you want to go soon enough!"</b> He shrugs, addressing the other members of the party. <b>"Our new friend's home is probably that way. We should see him on his way - these are dangerous lands, for sure, and I don't like his chances alone."</b></p>
<p>The massive warrior sits down with his back against the tree, his lambent yellow eyes looking with concern at whatever filth Roots is rubbing into his puncture wounds. <b>"L-look, Roots, I know it's bad that you can see tree bark through my wounds, but isn't dirt and all that going to make it worse? Sickness and all that?"</b></p>
<p>As the group rests, Nidintu begins to hum to himself, eventually breaking out into an old drinking song from his days as a bandit. <b>"Hey! Ho! to the bottle I go, to heal my heart and drown my woe. Rain may fall and wind may blow, and many miles be still to go, but under a tall tree I will lie, and let the clouds go sailing by!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perform (Sing, Untrained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d2 ⇒ 2</span></p>
<p>To say that his singing is entirely off-key would be inaccurate - he does in fact hit a correct note twice, if entirely by accident, and his singing could be considered quite pleasant... if you happened to be tone-deaf. And underwater. With earplugs in. After about a minute of ear-splitting din, he stops his assault on the bass clef, leaving a tangled wreckage of notes in his wake. While Xavin rests and Eskra and Carageorn play their game, he sees to the maintenance of his equipment, patching the holes in his shirt as best he can, cleaning and sharpening his axe, and polishing the lenses of his goggles. Eventually, he looks up at where Carageorn and his companion play cards, smirking. <b>"You know, that reminds me of a story from back in the day. The night watch was playing cards, see..."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perform (Storytelling, Untrained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 20</span></p>
<p><b>"...and finally, it gets around to Two-Shot Elbers's turn. He lays out his cards on the ground, see, and says to us, all proud-like, 'Read 'em and weep - not even you can beat <i>five</i> of a kind!'"</b> The massive warrior laughs at the memory. <b>"'Course, then we all took him out back and beat twelve kinds of s••• out of him for cheating."</b> At this, his mood seems to dampen, and he sighs. <b>"That was the night before he died, it was, and everyone was pretty mad at him for the stunt he pulled. Looking back on it, I just wish I could have said something nice to him - something so we wouldn't have parted ways mad at each other, you know?"</b></p>
<p>He glances back up at the squabbling pair. <b>"There's a lesson in that for you two. Tomorrow could be our last day of life, so we should try to make today worth living - 'set aside petty quarrels and live as siblings in steel,' is how Saint Clydwell put it; he was some important Arodenite holy man or something, I think, but he wrote a lot of the books in the hermitage where I grew up."</b> After a moment's silence, he smirks, tapping the side of his head knowingly. <b>"You thought I was going to tell you another story without a point, didn't you? I'm not as stupid as I look, I'm not!"</b></p>Nidintu stretches gratefully as he emerges from the cramped tunnels. "Those tunnels are tiny, they are! It's good to be out in the open again - breathe real air, not that stuffy cave air!" He greets Amiri and Linzi with a nod and a friendly grin. "It's good to see you're doing well, Amiri. I would have liked to see those little fools attacking you - would have been like seeing ants throwing themselves at a mountain, it would! And you, Linzi, I'd like you to meet our new friend. This is...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-28T03:11:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6472024-02-26T04:50:47Z2024-02-26T04:36:01Z<p>Nikolay is about to respond to Valiard when he hears shouting from the furnace room, quickly rushing after the herbalist. As he sees the pit that Børak and Lectrum have presumably disappeared into, he stops short, a look of incredulity on his face. <b>"Damnation! It shouldn't be possible - this portion of the complex still had most of its structural integrity!"</b> After a moment, he grabs hold of the rope, following Valiard down into the pit. As he descends the rope, he hums nervously to himself - he is well aware of the closeness of the walls and the fragility of the silken rope keeping him from a potentially fatal fall. At one point in the climb, he accidentally wedges his lanky body in an awkward position and becomes stuck, causing him to hyperventilate madly until he manages to free himself and continue down the pit.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb - Unknotted Rope DC 15:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 16</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>DC becomes 5 if there is one wall to brace against, or -5 if there are two walls.</span></p>Nikolay is about to respond to Valiard when he hears shouting from the furnace room, quickly rushing after the herbalist. As he sees the pit that Børak and Lectrum have presumably disappeared into, he stops short, a look of incredulity on his face. "Damnation! It shouldn't be possible - this portion of the complex still had most of its structural integrity!" After a moment, he grabs hold of the rope, following Valiard down into the pit. As he descends the rope, he hums nervously to himself -...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-26T04:36:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3222024-02-26T04:30:47Z2024-02-26T04:25:17Z<p>Vhekk nods assent to both Maq'la and Lilyana, still watching the bandit. <b>"As I said, my friend, we have no quarrel with you. I wish you luck in finding your stash, and if we find any other bandits who are willing to see reason, we will send them your way. Good faith to you."</b> The young hunter retrieves his staff and begins to set off down the game trail towards the lodge. <b>"So the High Sentinels are no more. Troubling news indeed. Still, there may be some survivors - Sentinels who fled the lodge or were on patrol when the attack happened."</b></p>Vhekk nods assent to both Maq'la and Lilyana, still watching the bandit. "As I said, my friend, we have no quarrel with you. I wish you luck in finding your stash, and if we find any other bandits who are willing to see reason, we will send them your way. Good faith to you." The young hunter retrieves his staff and begins to set off down the game trail towards the lodge. "So the High Sentinels are no more. Troubling news indeed. Still, there may be some survivors - Sentinels who fled the...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-26T04:25:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6422024-02-21T04:41:02Z2024-02-21T04:28:54Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard Tessar wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"That sounds good to me. Let's clear the upper floors, then proceed downward."</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay nods. <b>"That would be for the best. If we press onward, we should be able to find the prisoner ghosts and vanquish them."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard Tessar wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I didn't see any stairs however..."</b></blockquote><p>At this, the strange doctor grins. <b>"My friend, I am a trained engineer with a ready supply of explosives and a cavalier approach to safety regulations. I make my own stairs - well, more of holes in the ground, really. Just let me know when you want to move on - and be sure to roll upon impact, of course."</b>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Valiard Tessar wrote:"That sounds good to me. Let's clear the upper floors, then proceed downward."
Nikolay nods. "That would be for the best. If we press onward, we should be able to find the prisoner ghosts and vanquish them." Valiard Tessar wrote:"I didn't see any stairs however..."
At this, the strange doctor grins. "My friend, I am a trained engineer with a ready supply of explosives and a cavalier approach to safety regulations. I make my own stairs - well, more of holes in the...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-21T04:28:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8122024-02-21T02:01:03Z2024-02-21T01:53:23Z<p>Nidintu grimaces at the smell of the putrid fluid in the chamber. At Xavin's statement, however, he shrugs. <b>"They're eggs, so they're probably something living. Bugs lay eggs, right? Probably some big spider or some such. Still, they aren't hurting us, and this tree can't get much more dead. Like I said earlier, all things die eventually - the Old Sycamore's certainly been around for as long as I can remember, and probably centuries before that."</b></p>
<p>He gives a curious glance at Xavin. <b>"You seem unusually concerned about this tree. You spent long in these lands, friend? Any connection to this tree in particular, or just trees generally?"</b></p>Nidintu grimaces at the smell of the putrid fluid in the chamber. At Xavin's statement, however, he shrugs. "They're eggs, so they're probably something living. Bugs lay eggs, right? Probably some big spider or some such. Still, they aren't hurting us, and this tree can't get much more dead. Like I said earlier, all things die eventually - the Old Sycamore's certainly been around for as long as I can remember, and probably centuries before that."
He gives a curious glance at Xavin. "You seem...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-21T01:53:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3152024-02-20T04:50:47Z2024-02-20T04:42:31Z<p>Vhekk pipes up from where he was standing near Maq'la. <b>"Even if you don't wish to fight alongside us, our goals are truly quite similar. These woods are a dangerous place, and you've told us you want to get out. You've given us information, and I see no reason we can't help you in return. Unfortunately, I don't know if we can help you find your stash, but we can give you information ourselves - a trade in kind, yes?"</b> He glances up at the sun, getting his bearings for a moment before extending an obsidian talon to the east. <b>"If you follow the road that way, it leads to the port town of Golsifar. A friend of mine is a sailor aboard a merchant ship called the <i>Horizon Glory</i> - he says the captain pays a fair wage."</b></p>Vhekk pipes up from where he was standing near Maq'la. "Even if you don't wish to fight alongside us, our goals are truly quite similar. These woods are a dangerous place, and you've told us you want to get out. You've given us information, and I see no reason we can't help you in return. Unfortunately, I don't know if we can help you find your stash, but we can give you information ourselves - a trade in kind, yes?" He glances up at the sun, getting his bearings for a moment before extending...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-20T04:42:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8062024-02-19T04:40:48Z2024-02-19T04:36:41Z<p>Nidintu grins as the last of the mites falls, only for his face to resolve into a grimace in concern as Roots rounds on him again with a somehow even more foul-smelling poultice than before. <b>"What are you doing, my friend? Those little fools barely scratched me!"</b> After a moment, however, he acquiesces to Roots' treatment, albeit with a good deal of grumbling about the smell, and dusts the dirt of the cramped caverns off of his hands as he prepares to continue. He glances around the cramped caverns and clears his throat before, as Linzi might say, 'succinctly summarizing his opinion of their environs.' <b>"Right, this place smells like someone's been sick in it, and I can't go three steps without my horns bouncing off the roof. It's high time we left."</b></p>Nidintu grins as the last of the mites falls, only for his face to resolve into a grimace in concern as Roots rounds on him again with a somehow even more foul-smelling poultice than before. "What are you doing, my friend? Those little fools barely scratched me!" After a moment, however, he acquiesces to Roots' treatment, albeit with a good deal of grumbling about the smell, and dusts the dirt of the cramped caverns off of his hands as he prepares to continue. He glances around the cramped...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-19T04:36:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=17#8032024-02-17T19:36:20Z2024-02-16T03:44:58Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Roots wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Play my entrancemusic, Nidintu!"</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu's brow furrows at his leshy friend's strange outburst. <b>"Music? That's right, music! Thrice-<i>tenth,</i> how did that song go?"</b> After a moment's thought, he continues carving a bloody path through the mites, cheerfully belting out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rx1ESsnkJow" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">part of an old marching song</a> he heard from crusaders bound for the Worldwound. <b>"So onward, and onward, with swords pointing skyward; tomorrow, Pharasma to face! Our banners will fly, and our foes, they will die at the end of the sword and the mace!"</b>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe (Expert, Mite Amalgam, Power Attack, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d12 + 4 ⇒ (11, 9) + 4 = 24</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe (Expert, Mite Amalgam, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 0 ⇒ (1) + 0 = 1</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5</span></p>Roots wrote:"Play my entrancemusic, Nidintu!"
Nidintu's brow furrows at his leshy friend's strange outburst. "Music? That's right, music! Thrice-tenth, how did that song go?" After a moment's thought, he continues carving a bloody path through the mites, cheerfully belting out part of an old marching song he heard from crusaders bound for the Worldwound. "So onward, and onward, with swords pointing skyward; tomorrow, Pharasma to face! Our banners will fly, and our foes, they will die at the...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-16T03:44:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7982024-02-15T10:46:33Z2024-02-15T02:24:36Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>War Room:</span></p>
<p>Nidintu grins as Mikmek puts in their unintelligible two cents. <b>"Our little friend there talks a lot, yes? Probably a scholar or a philosopher or something."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Common Room:</span></p>
<p>The massive pitborn hefts his axe as the gremlins ready for battle. Whatever Roots packed his wound with seems to be working, and the warrior appears hale and hearty despite his recent brush with death. He strides forward to meet the mitflits' charge, sending gremlins flying with massive sweeps of his axe. At the sight of the drumming gremlin, he smirks. <b>"Ha! Looks like these little fools really <i>can't</i> carry a tune in a bucket!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Power Attack, Mite Amalgamation, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Pain Distribution:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d12 + 4 ⇒ (11, 8) + 4 = 23</span></p>War Room:
Nidintu grins as Mikmek puts in their unintelligible two cents. "Our little friend there talks a lot, yes? Probably a scholar or a philosopher or something."
Common Room:
The massive pitborn hefts his axe as the gremlins ready for battle. Whatever Roots packed his wound with seems to be working, and the warrior appears hale and hearty despite his recent brush with death. He strides forward to meet the mitflits' charge, sending gremlins flying with massive sweeps of his axe. At...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-15T02:24:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=3#1072024-02-14T04:25:23Z2024-02-14T04:20:27Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies for the delay on my end - it's been a singularly long week or two.</span></p>
<p>Rilri tilts his head to one side, considering Switch's offer, before nodding. <b>"Your proposal is acceptable. We are united by little save our hatred of the Empire, and what information I gather I will freely share with you to further our shared goals."</b></p>Apologies for the delay on my end - it's been a singularly long week or two.
Rilri tilts his head to one side, considering Switch's offer, before nodding. "Your proposal is acceptable. We are united by little save our hatred of the Empire, and what information I gather I will freely share with you to further our shared goals."Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-14T04:20:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6362024-02-14T04:17:34Z2024-02-14T04:14:14Z<p>As the spirit dissipates, Nikolay brushes scraps of ectoplasm off his coat. At Valiard's words, he grins. <b>"You need not fear, Valiard. It's a simple matter of multidimensional metaphysical quiddity anchors..."</b> He clears his throat before correcting himself. <b>"...That is to say, my grip on life is stronger than most. Of course, the ability to see souls didn't hurt, either."</b></p>
<p>When the other rooms are mentioned, he looks worried for a moment. <b>"This complex is not <i>stable!</i> One wrong step could bring the entire thing crashing down on us! I had best go verify the rooms the others are in to ensure they are not buried alive."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Auto-succeed Knowledge (engineering) check.</span></p>
<p>He stops in the sinkhole room, glancing at the state of the floor near the pit. <b>"The unstable pieces will have fallen in by now - the system has reached equilibrium, though I can't see why anyone would want to climb down there."</b> To demonstrate his point, he walks to the edge and peers in. <b>"I sincerely doubt we can access the lower level from here. It would be best to just leave this room be, for the time being."</b></p>As the spirit dissipates, Nikolay brushes scraps of ectoplasm off his coat. At Valiard's words, he grins. "You need not fear, Valiard. It's a simple matter of multidimensional metaphysical quiddity anchors..." He clears his throat before correcting himself. "...That is to say, my grip on life is stronger than most. Of course, the ability to see souls didn't hurt, either."
When the other rooms are mentioned, he looks worried for a moment. "This complex is not stable! One wrong step could...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-14T04:14:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=7#3042024-02-14T04:15:25Z2024-02-14T04:05:22Z<p>Vhekk's expression softens. <b>"Look, friend, I am not heartless - as a matter of fact, I have three. All that talk about 'soul eating' was just talk, you understand? You are trying to leave the bandits, and I fail to see why we have any reason to kill you."</b> His staff practically leaps back into his talons, and he holds it at the ready, though not in a threatening posture. <b>"That said, though, we can't let you go running off and tell the other bandits about us, so we'll have to tie you up. If we succeed, we'll come back, free you, help you find your stash, and you can go on to Golsifar and start your new life. If we by some unforeseen chance should die, you'll probably die out here, cold and alone. Listen, we both want the same thing - for you to leave the bandits. If you tell us more, we have a better chance of surviving, and thus, so do you."</b></p>Vhekk's expression softens. "Look, friend, I am not heartless - as a matter of fact, I have three. All that talk about 'soul eating' was just talk, you understand? You are trying to leave the bandits, and I fail to see why we have any reason to kill you." His staff practically leaps back into his talons, and he holds it at the ready, though not in a threatening posture. "That said, though, we can't let you go running off and tell the other bandits about us, so we'll have to tie you up. If we...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-14T04:05:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7952024-02-14T00:00:48Z2024-02-13T23:55:05Z<p>Nidintu winces as Roots begins tending to his wounds. <b>"My thanks, friend - this is no place to die."</b></p>
<p>Once the worst of his injuries are bandaged, he moves to the table, glancing over the sheet before shaking his head. <b>"Can't read a word of this script. Maybe battle-plans against the kobolds? Linzi might be able to read the tongue - she's a scholar, after all. She might even be able to talk to little Mikmek here."</b> His aureate eyes linger on Mikmek cradling the devil statuette for a moment. <b>"Looks like these kobolds worship devils or some such."</b> He shrugs. <b>"Can't say I approve, but still, so long as they aren't hurting anyone, can't see as how it's my business how they worship."</b></p>
<p>After some investigation, he uncovers the gremlins' treasure, rifling through it before shaking his head. <b>"Svetlana's ring's not in here, friends. We should search these caves for a treasury, but it's also possible they lost it somehow. Either way, I think we should make sure little Mikmek here gets home safely, sooner rather than later."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Spreadsheet updated with new loot!</span></p>Nidintu winces as Roots begins tending to his wounds. "My thanks, friend - this is no place to die."
Once the worst of his injuries are bandaged, he moves to the table, glancing over the sheet before shaking his head. "Can't read a word of this script. Maybe battle-plans against the kobolds? Linzi might be able to read the tongue - she's a scholar, after all. She might even be able to talk to little Mikmek here." His aureate eyes linger on Mikmek cradling the devil statuette for a moment....Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-13T23:55:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7892024-02-13T20:40:48Z2024-02-13T20:30:26Z<p>With a bit of difficulty, Nidintu manages to focus on one of the surviving mites as it runs past him, sending the mite on his way with a swat from his greataxe. <b>"You're not getting away that easily!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Bane, Squeezing, Green):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11</span></p>With a bit of difficulty, Nidintu manages to focus on one of the surviving mites as it runs past him, sending the mite on his way with a swat from his greataxe. "You're not getting away that easily!"
[dice=Greataxe Strike (Expert, Bane, Squeezing, Green)]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12+5[/dice]Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-13T20:30:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7862024-02-13T02:50:47Z2024-02-13T02:40:29Z<p>Nidintu swipes at the two mites near him, but his attention is focused on the table and the statuette lying on it. <b>"A fine strike, Carageorn. When that mite-lord saw my family resemblance with that statue there, he nearly wet himself, did you see?"</b> He gives a laugh that turns into a pained cough - one hand goes to the rather severe puncture wound in his side as his black blood gushes from the wound. <b>"Damned fools - they've ruined my favorite shirt, they have!"</b> He scowls ferociously at the furthest mite - the one with the best view of him. <b>"Run while you can, little fool! I'm still alive enough to cut your head from your body and kick it half a mile!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Red, Bane, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Green, Bane, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Purple, Mutual Incomprehensibility):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 8</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I'm still up - 2/28 HP, but I'm still up!</span></p>Nidintu swipes at the two mites near him, but his attention is focused on the table and the statuette lying on it. "A fine strike, Carageorn. When that mite-lord saw my family resemblance with that statue there, he nearly wet himself, did you see?" He gives a laugh that turns into a pained cough - one hand goes to the rather severe puncture wound in his side as his black blood gushes from the wound. "Damned fools - they've ruined my favorite shirt, they have!" He scowls ferociously at the...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-13T02:40:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6272024-02-11T04:00:50Z2024-02-11T03:54:59Z<p>Nikolay pulls another concoction from his bag and throws it, splattering the spirit with more of his concoction and limning its incorporeal form with the strange froth. <b>"Never fear, my friends! I can see the spirit clearly! At least this way some good will come out of that accursed Eternis Project!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Healing Bomb (Cure Light Wounds):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14</span></p>Nikolay pulls another concoction from his bag and throws it, splattering the spirit with more of his concoction and limning its incorporeal form with the strange froth. "Never fear, my friends! I can see the spirit clearly! At least this way some good will come out of that accursed Eternis Project!"
[dice=Healing Bomb (Cure Light Wounds)]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d8+9[/dice]Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-11T03:54:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=6#2982024-02-11T05:22:53Z2024-02-10T13:19:51Z<p>Vhekk scowls at the man's deflection, drawing his own conclusions from the suspicious man's evasiveness, but after a moment, his face splits in a grin that is somehow orders of magnitude more disturbing than his scowl ever was. <b>"No worries, friend - you don't have to tell us about the other bandits if you do not wish it. Of course... the other bandits won't know that, yes? We could tell them that you - what is the phrase? 'Spilled the beans?' We could tell them that you 'spilled the beans' like a clumsy stevedore on an Arcadian trading vessel. And if they learned the truth - about your stash, and about your plans to leave - I doubt they would be as understanding as we are."</b></p>
<p>The young cambion plants his staff firmly in the snow and crosses his arms, his razor-sharp obsidian claws glinting in the weak sunlight. <b>"The way I see it, friend, your best chance for survival is to tell us everything you know - and I do mean <i>everything</i> - about the bandit camp and the frost-fey, then head for Golsifar as fast as your legs will take you."</b></p>Vhekk scowls at the man's deflection, drawing his own conclusions from the suspicious man's evasiveness, but after a moment, his face splits in a grin that is somehow orders of magnitude more disturbing than his scowl ever was. "No worries, friend - you don't have to tell us about the other bandits if you do not wish it. Of course... the other bandits won't know that, yes? We could tell them that you - what is the phrase? 'Spilled the beans?' We could tell them that you 'spilled the beans'...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-10T13:19:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7772024-02-09T04:40:55Z2024-02-09T04:30:18Z<p>Nidintu glances back apologetically at Roots. <b>"Believe me, Roots, if I could stop them from stabbing me, I would."</b> He turns back to the mite leader, a ferocious scowl on his face as he begins to distribute pain to the leader and his mount. <b>"And you, little fool, had best choose your next words wisely - they'll be going on your gravestone."</b> The massive pitborn brings his enchanted axe up in an incredibly powerful strike that slices into both the gremlin lord and the giant tick attached to Carageorn.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Grabbles, Expert, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Power Attack (Tickleback, Expert, Squeezing, Sweep):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d12 + 4 ⇒ (2, 12) + 4 = 18</span></p>Nidintu glances back apologetically at Roots. "Believe me, Roots, if I could stop them from stabbing me, I would." He turns back to the mite leader, a ferocious scowl on his face as he begins to distribute pain to the leader and his mount. "And you, little fool, had best choose your next words wisely - they'll be going on your gravestone." The massive pitborn brings his enchanted axe up in an incredibly powerful strike that slices into both the gremlin lord and the giant tick attached to...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-09T04:30:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=6#2892024-02-07T13:55:46Z2024-02-07T13:47:16Z<p>Vhekk waits for a moment, giving Yorah and his allies time to get in position, then approaches the man, trying to get as close as he can before revealing himself.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stealth (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22</span></p>
<p>After moving closer, he calls out to the man, his staff raised in an aggressive posture. <b>"Stop right there, <i>farwet,</i> or make peace with your gods! I know most of the woodsmen in this forest, and you certainly are not one of them."</b> His features twist into a fiendish scowl as he nears the man. <b>"The rumors of my kind are well-known, so I suggest you tell us what we want to know before I have to eat your soul."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17</span></p>Vhekk waits for a moment, giving Yorah and his allies time to get in position, then approaches the man, trying to get as close as he can before revealing himself.
[dice=Stealth (Trained)]1d20+8[/dice]
After moving closer, he calls out to the man, his staff raised in an aggressive posture. "Stop right there, farwet, or make peace with your gods! I know most of the woodsmen in this forest, and you certainly are not one of them." His features twist into a fiendish scowl as he nears the man....Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-07T13:47:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=6#2822024-02-04T01:58:08Z2024-02-04T01:51:13Z<p>Vhekk stops suddenly as his search uncovers the bodies in the nearby ditch, tracing an elaborate loop in the air with the end of his staff and whispering a brief prayer to speed their souls to the afterlife. <b>"We'll come back and retrieve their bodies for funerary rites later. For now, we need to press on, or more people will die."</b> He glances down at his footprints, which are quickly filling with new snow. <b>"This snow can conceal our movements, but it may also conceal the movements of our enemies. From here on out, we must be cautious - if the fey and their witch overlords have twisted the animals to their cause, any raven on a branch, any mouse scurrying beneath the snow, even the trees themselves may be spies."</b></p>Vhekk stops suddenly as his search uncovers the bodies in the nearby ditch, tracing an elaborate loop in the air with the end of his staff and whispering a brief prayer to speed their souls to the afterlife. "We'll come back and retrieve their bodies for funerary rites later. For now, we need to press on, or more people will die." He glances down at his footprints, which are quickly filling with new snow. "This snow can conceal our movements, but it may also conceal the movements of our...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-04T01:51:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=7#3012024-02-04T01:48:08Z2024-02-04T01:41:29Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard Tessar wrote:</div><blockquote> It makes sense that Ramada would rush in, since the auditorium reminds him of the lecture hall.</blockquote><p>IC, that is indeed the case. OOC, he's decent at investigating suspicious things - he has high ranks in Knowledge (Arcane, Engineering, and Nature), and his Soul Seer alternate racial trait allows him to detect undead.Valiard Tessar wrote:It makes sense that Ramada would rush in, since the auditorium reminds him of the lecture hall.
IC, that is indeed the case. OOC, he's decent at investigating suspicious things - he has high ranks in Knowledge (Arcane, Engineering, and Nature), and his Soul Seer alternate racial trait allows him to detect undead.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-04T01:41:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6202024-02-04T01:48:08Z2024-02-04T01:40:59Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Will:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 1 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fort:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17</span></p>
<p>Nikolay staggers back a step as the spirit manifests, clutching at his throat as it drains his life energy - though his infernal nature spares him from the worst of the effects. <b>"Valiard, my friend, bring the holy water! An unquiet spirit has manifested - likely a prisoner who died here!"</b> He fumbles in his bag for a moment before extracting an explosive concoction and throwing it at the incorporeal spirit, splattering it with fragments of a strange, glowing substance.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Healing Bomb (Cure Light Wounds):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14</span></p>[dice=Will]1d20+1[/dice]
[dice=Fort]1d20+6[/dice]
Nikolay staggers back a step as the spirit manifests, clutching at his throat as it drains his life energy - though his infernal nature spares him from the worst of the effects. "Valiard, my friend, bring the holy water! An unquiet spirit has manifested - likely a prisoner who died here!" He fumbles in his bag for a moment before extracting an explosive concoction and throwing it at the incorporeal spirit, splattering it with fragments of a...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-04T01:40:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7672024-02-03T22:58:08Z2024-02-03T22:48:50Z<p>Nidintu grins at the gremlin lord's words, raising his axe and charging forward to meet the mitflits' charge at Mikmek's side. <b>"You can understand our tongue, then, little fool? Why don't you get a stepladder so you can say that to my face?"</b> He tries to interpose himself between Mikmek and the gremlins to as great a degree as possible, hoping to shield the little reptile from harm. <b>"I know you can't understand me, little friend, but you've been tortured - we can handle this for you."</b> The massive cambion begins hewing at the gremlin leader, hoping to end the fight quickly.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15</span></p>Nidintu grins at the gremlin lord's words, raising his axe and charging forward to meet the mitflits' charge at Mikmek's side. "You can understand our tongue, then, little fool? Why don't you get a stepladder so you can say that to my face?" He tries to interpose himself between Mikmek and the gremlins to as great a degree as possible, hoping to shield the little reptile from harm. "I know you can't understand me, little friend, but you've been tortured - we can handle this for you." The...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-03T22:48:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7602024-02-01T04:03:42Z2024-02-01T03:53:03Z<p>Nidintu follows Xavin down into the recently-vacated cavern, sparing barely a glance at the mites fleeing across the chasm before his lambent gaze comes to rest on the restrained kobold. Knowing the linguistic difficulties he faced with the kobolds of the radish patch, he wastes no time on words, drawing Amiri's dagger and slashing the roots that restrain the little reptile. This done, he moves to the other three, checking their wrists and necks to see if they are dead or simply unconscious, cutting their bonds if they still live. After moving back to the other room to collect the short sword from a defeated mite, he arms the prisoner with the mite's weapon, carving Erastil's symbol on a sliver of root cut free from the tree and trying to communicate with gestures that the kobold should present it to any along the path to the exit.</p>
<p>His work done, he addresses the others. <b>"That one's in no state to fight, and these lands are dangerous. Perhaps once we're done here, we can serve as guards back to the kobold lands? If we're to make a land for ourselves alongside these people, we should probably get to know them, yes?"</b></p>Nidintu follows Xavin down into the recently-vacated cavern, sparing barely a glance at the mites fleeing across the chasm before his lambent gaze comes to rest on the restrained kobold. Knowing the linguistic difficulties he faced with the kobolds of the radish patch, he wastes no time on words, drawing Amiri's dagger and slashing the roots that restrain the little reptile. This done, he moves to the other three, checking their wrists and necks to see if they are dead or simply unconscious,...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-02-01T03:53:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6102024-01-31T05:00:47Z2024-01-31T04:55:02Z<p>As Nikolay enters the auditorium, his blood-red eyes take in the rows upon rows of mold-spotted benches before resting on the barricaded stage, and a smirk flickers across his face for an instant. <b>"Now <i>there's</i> an innovation! Those bars would have come in handy in any number of Sincomakti lecture halls - I'll be the first to admit that my colleagues and I rarely take safety into consideration in our work."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Should the mold be dangerous?"</b></blockquote><p>Ramada clears his throat and adjusts his spectacles at Børak's words, startled out of his reverie. He moves to the nearest bench and examines the mold growing on it with a scientist's curiosity.
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (Nature):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20</span></p>
<p>After a moment, he straightens up and glances around the entire auditorium. <b>"There may be supernatural forces at work here, as well - I should check for unquiet spirits."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Using <i>deathwatch, detect poison,</i> and <i>diagnose disease</i> SLAs on the room if applicable.</span></p>As Nikolay enters the auditorium, his blood-red eyes take in the rows upon rows of mold-spotted benches before resting on the barricaded stage, and a smirk flickers across his face for an instant. "Now there's an innovation! Those bars would have come in handy in any number of Sincomakti lecture halls - I'll be the first to admit that my colleagues and I rarely take safety into consideration in our work."
Børak wrote:"Should the mold be dangerous?"
Ramada clears his throat and adjusts his...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-31T04:55:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E Discussion: Bitter Cold Truths ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/discussion#482024-01-31T04:50:47Z2024-01-31T04:45:58Z<p>I think I have also updated my statblock. I'll probably wait to Remaster until the Swashbuckler class comes out, but I don't envision any major issues - mechanics-wise, most tiefling feats have a direct correlation to a new nephilim feat.</p>I think I have also updated my statblock. I'll probably wait to Remaster until the Swashbuckler class comes out, but I don't envision any major issues - mechanics-wise, most tiefling feats have a direct correlation to a new nephilim feat.Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-31T04:45:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1792024-02-01T00:25:42Z2024-01-31T04:27:57Z<p>I'm having lots of fun with both the character and the game, and I'm all for continuing whenever you're feeling better. This is by far the best game I'm currently playing in (if not for this game, I would actually likely have left the PbP style after a particularly bad incident with another game), and I've become rather invested in the character (8 pages of backstory/miscellaneous RP stuff and counting, including a few battle cries/stories/insults I'm afraid will never see the light of day), so I am excited to continue whenever.</p>I'm having lots of fun with both the character and the game, and I'm all for continuing whenever you're feeling better. This is by far the best game I'm currently playing in (if not for this game, I would actually likely have left the PbP style after a particularly bad incident with another game), and I've become rather invested in the character (8 pages of backstory/miscellaneous RP stuff and counting, including a few battle cries/stories/insults I'm afraid will never see the light of day),...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-31T04:27:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=6#2752024-01-31T04:30:47Z2024-01-31T04:23:12Z<p>As the last opponent falls, Vhekk unstrings his staff and starts checking the snow to ensure Maq'la and Noemy are not lost in the alabaster drifts. As Maq'la returns to her normal size, he visibly relaxes. <b>"Fortunately, this fey's curse seems to fade with death."</b> He continues to glance around the area, seemingly searching for something. <b>"The 'talking stag' was controlled by this trickster fey - but wasn't Findoll searching for the same creature?"</b> He shrugs, his onyx eyes still scanning the snow. <b>"If he was cursed, he should turn up soon, and if he was killed, his body may still be around here - either way, we should at least check."</b> He shudders in the cold wind, and one obsidian talon clutches his heavy insulating clothing close to his slight form. <b>"If our search is in vain, we should press on. The blizzard is getting stronger the further we walk - we must be close to the heart of the storm."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Unfortunately, I don't have healing available.</span></p>As the last opponent falls, Vhekk unstrings his staff and starts checking the snow to ensure Maq'la and Noemy are not lost in the alabaster drifts. As Maq'la returns to her normal size, he visibly relaxes. "Fortunately, this fey's curse seems to fade with death." He continues to glance around the area, seemingly searching for something. "The 'talking stag' was controlled by this trickster fey - but wasn't Findoll searching for the same creature?" He shrugs, his onyx eyes still scanning the...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-31T04:23:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=13#6052024-01-27T12:54:46Z2024-01-27T12:35:22Z<p>As the others begin to examine the warden's office, Nikolay begins trying to catalogue the papers, quickly becoming overwhelmed by the reams and reams of disorganized, useless records.
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lectrum wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Should I start piling the papers, Doc?"</b></blockquote><p>At Lectrum's words Nikolay looks up, his face taking on a look of dismay as he registers the massive stack of paper Lectrum is holding in his hands - hours more of work to add to that already in front of him. Without a word, he buries his head in his hands, and if Lectrum listens closely, he can hear the sound of quiet sobbing.
<p>After a moment to regain his composure, Nikolay makes his way into the warden's office to rejoin the others. <b>"The bad news is that every record I have looked at has been next to useless, and I have hundreds more documents to sift through before the paperwork can be said to even approach orderliness. The good news is that I have discovered a new source of kindling."</b> He glances around the room, his lambent red eyes resting on the safe in the wall. <b>"Now <i>this</i> I can deal with!"</b> He pulls out his thieves' tools and sets to work on the door.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Disable Device:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 17 ⇒ (19) + 17 = 36</span></p>
<p>Within a few moments, the safe lies open at his fingertips, and he begins to rummage through its contents. He pulls out the hefty stack of legal papers, glances through them, and unceremoniously tosses them over his shoulder. <b>"Out of date for decades - valueless, and unlikely to tell us much of import."</b> He sets the wooden rack and its vials on the table, sparing barely a glance at the labels. <b>"I recognize the texture and consistency. The four on the left will restore your vigor, the three in the middle will return your strength or health if they are sapped - such as by those stirges the other day - and the two on the right will cure us of any unpleasant plagues that we may encounter."</b> He pulls out the moldering leather pouch, opening it to glance inside before cinching the drawstring closed again. <b>"The prison's payroll. A respectable amount of cash, and I doubt the guards will be collecting their paychecks. Hey, Børak, catch!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sleight of Hand - Vanishing:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 15 ⇒ (19) + 15 = 34</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sleight of Hand - Reappearing:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 15 ⇒ (19) + 15 = 34</span></p>
<p>He appears to toss the pouch to Børak, secretly tucking it away up his sleeve before he throws it and leaving Børak with an empty hand. He grins mischievously as he sees the result of his prank. <b>"I've still got the skills from my Sczarni days! Check your pocket, Lectrum."</b> Sure enough, in the dragonkin's pocket lies the moldering pouch of coins, deposited there while everyone was watching his distraction. Nikolay's grin widens. <b>"I think we've done all we can here. Should we check out those double doors in the main foyer?"</b></p>As the others begin to examine the warden's office, Nikolay begins trying to catalogue the papers, quickly becoming overwhelmed by the reams and reams of disorganized, useless records.
Lectrum wrote:"Should I start piling the papers, Doc?"
At Lectrum's words Nikolay looks up, his face taking on a look of dismay as he registers the massive stack of paper Lectrum is holding in his hands - hours more of work to add to that already in front of him. Without a word, he buries his head in his...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-27T12:35:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5982024-01-27T00:11:44Z2024-01-25T04:22:23Z<p>As the others start to prop the door back up on its hinges, Nikolay shrugs and returns his explosive concoctions to his pack. For a moment, he simply stands and watches the others work, but after a second of analysis, he rushes forward, arranging the existing supports to provide the optimal reinforcement. <b>"Hold a moment, Lectrum - you're putting the support all the way down here, at the other end of the moment arm! And look at this cross-brace - it redirects the force into an already weak beam! Haven't you ever read <i>Logic of Design?</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (Engineering):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 14 ⇒ (13) + 14 = 27</span></p>
<p>As the group enters the offices, Ramada scowls at the papers scattered across the floor. <b>"Such inefficiency sickens me. There may well be useful information in this clutter, but we'll never find it at this rate!"</b> He begins to pick papers up off the floor and examine the remnants of the cabinets to try to organize the prison's filing system. <b>"What imbecile designed this filing system? Look at this - the maintenance records aren't alphabetically <i>or</i> chronologically organized, half the requisition forms are mixed in with the prisoner identification data, and these behavioral records are back-dated!"</b> He shakes his head in disgust. <b>"It will likely take hours of work to get these offices in order, and to be perfectly frank, I don't see an immediate benefit to doing so. Should we move on? Those big double doors in the main entrance room looked quite promising, I think."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Not seeing much benefit in being in S3 right now - move on to S15, maybe?</span></p>As the others start to prop the door back up on its hinges, Nikolay shrugs and returns his explosive concoctions to his pack. For a moment, he simply stands and watches the others work, but after a second of analysis, he rushes forward, arranging the existing supports to provide the optimal reinforcement. "Hold a moment, Lectrum - you're putting the support all the way down here, at the other end of the moment arm! And look at this cross-brace - it redirects the force into an already weak...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-25T04:22:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=16#7532024-01-27T00:08:20Z2024-01-23T13:11:40Z<p>Nidintu scowls as the gremlins retreat, swiping at the marble-thrower with his axe as the little mitflit passes by. <b>"You won't get away that easily, little fool!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Uurch, Expert, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6</span></p>Nidintu scowls as the gremlins retreat, swiping at the marble-thrower with his axe as the little mitflit passes by. "You won't get away that easily, little fool!"
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[dice=Damage]1d12+5[/dice]Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-23T13:11:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=6#2932024-01-27T00:07:30Z2024-01-23T03:48:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sorry folks, I posted my question about 'clearing the chapel' on Tuesday. No one gave a specific answer so Saturday I recommended we move on. At this pace were posting twice a week or less, can we pick the pace up?</span></blockquote><p>Again, my sincerest apologies - I wrote the post itself on Thursday (with a few minor tweaks), but due to a hectic schedule and several late nights at the lab, I've been falling asleep at the keyboard before I get the chance to post. I've barely had time to skim the forum, so I'm afraid I missed that part.
<p>On that topic, I wanted to check in with everyone about how my character's been going. It seems like his erratic actions are often seen as annoying by the other members of the party, but when I asked about it <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#223" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here,</a> Magdali and Børak stated that they enjoyed his antics. Quite frankly, I myself have had a lot of trouble getting into the character - he went in a very different direction from what I had originally planned, and it's very difficult to get into the mindset for his current behavior. Unfortunately, with my relative inexperience at PbP, I am unsure of what to do - I was hoping the other players would give the okay for me to run him more normally, or I could bow out of this game if he's already too disruptive.</p>Børak wrote:Sorry folks, I posted my question about 'clearing the chapel' on Tuesday. No one gave a specific answer so Saturday I recommended we move on. At this pace were posting twice a week or less, can we pick the pace up?
Again, my sincerest apologies - I wrote the post itself on Thursday (with a few minor tweaks), but due to a hectic schedule and several late nights at the lab, I've been falling asleep at the keyboard before I get the chance to post. I've barely had time to skim the...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-23T03:48:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=6#2622024-01-27T00:07:30Z2024-01-23T03:14:08Z<p>Vhekk, prepared for trickery from the stag, is ironically caught off-guard by the appearance of the fey in the clearing. <b>"<i>Sliset!</i> What in the name of the Great Loop are these things?"</b> After fumbling with his bow for a moment, he launches a volley of arrows at the apparent voice of the stag as he moves towards his shrunken friend. <b>"No-one shrinks my friend, deceiver! I'll send you back to the witches in a box - or perhaps several!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bow Staff Strike (Shrinking Fey, Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bow Staff Strike (Shrinking Fey, Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 5</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Stride</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Strike</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Strike</span></p>Vhekk, prepared for trickery from the stag, is ironically caught off-guard by the appearance of the fey in the clearing. "Sliset! What in the name of the Great Loop are these things?" After fumbling with his bow for a moment, he launches a volley of arrows at the apparent voice of the stag as he moves towards his shrunken friend. "No-one shrinks my friend, deceiver! I'll send you back to the witches in a box - or perhaps several!"
[dice=Bow Staff Strike (Shrinking Fey, Trained)]1d20+7[/dice]...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-23T03:14:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5902024-01-27T00:05:46Z2024-01-22T03:57:53Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies for the delay in posting - it's been a long week.</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (Nature):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19</span></p>
<p>Nikolay nods in agreement with Lectrum's analysis, pulling an explosive concoction from his magic bag. <b>"Despite his limited intellect, I am actually in agreement with Lectrum on this point. Valiard, you have a point that this location is likely to be of significance, but is that not a reason to worry about it now? If this chapel is indeed haunted, these spiders may block our egress if we do not deal with them. It would be the work of a few moments to set them on fire, and there is an extant chance that even solitary creatures like spiders could form a Class-3 amalgamative intellect in an area of occult significance like this prison, likely precipitated by unquiet spirits exerting psychosomatic influence on a gathering of insects."</b> The young tiefling clears his throat before continuing. <b>"...Besides which, I haven't set anything on fire today, and the Sincomakti alienists said that immolating things in a constructive manner would be a good outlet for my latent pyromaniacal tendencies."</b></p>Apologies for the delay in posting - it's been a long week.
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Nikolay nods in agreement with Lectrum's analysis, pulling an explosive concoction from his magic bag. "Despite his limited intellect, I am actually in agreement with Lectrum on this point. Valiard, you have a point that this location is likely to be of significance, but is that not a reason to worry about it now? If this chapel is indeed haunted, these spiders may block our egress if we do...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-22T03:57:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7462024-01-18T04:00:58Z2024-01-18T03:58:46Z<p>Nidintu smirks as the torrent of marbles rebounds off his armor, but as he steps forward, he slips on the tiny spheres covering the ground and goes down. In an instant, he is back on his feet, his face dark with rage. <b>"Right - you're dead, little fool! When I get my hands on you, I'll kick you half a league, you hear me?"</b> The massive fighter begins to shove his way through the mites, swinging his axe to clear a path.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Pink):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>In the extremely likely event that just decapitated a mite, Nidintu will move forward 5 feet and strike at the black mite.</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Black):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10</span></p>Nidintu smirks as the torrent of marbles rebounds off his armor, but as he steps forward, he slips on the tiny spheres covering the ground and goes down. In an instant, he is back on his feet, his face dark with rage. "Right - you're dead, little fool! When I get my hands on you, I'll kick you half a league, you hear me?" The massive fighter begins to shove his way through the mites, swinging his axe to clear a path.
[dice=Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Pink)]1d20+10[/dice]...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-18T03:58:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7392024-01-16T03:50:57Z2024-01-16T03:40:23Z<p>As the mites advance, Nidintu's grin widens. <b>"Well, we tried. There's nobody can ask for more than that. Now, let's kill these little fools, yes?"</b> The towering pitborn meets the mites' charge head-on, his enchanted axe carving a path of bloody destruction in its wake.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Yellow):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Red):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>As the mites advance, Nidintu's grin widens. "Well, we tried. There's nobody can ask for more than that. Now, let's kill these little fools, yes?" The towering pitborn meets the mites' charge head-on, his enchanted axe carving a path of bloody destruction in its wake.
[dice=Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Yellow)]1d20 + 10[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12 + 5[/dice]
[dice=Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing, Red)]1d20 + 6[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12 + 5[/dice]
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[Spoiler omitted]Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-16T03:40:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7362024-01-15T04:40:58Z2024-01-15T04:32:52Z<p>As Xavin returns to the group, Nidintu looks up from the scattered tools of the workroom. <b>"What, <i>already?</i> I'm still trying to get the barricades sorted here!"</b> The massive warrior shrugs, grinning. <b>"I'll give them a chance, but if they wish to die, so be it."</b> He moves into the corridor, hefting his axe and calling out a challenge as he waits for the gremlins to approach. <b>"You there! You want to talk, we can talk, but the first one of you lot who draws steel and comes at me dies, got it?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Readied Greataxe Strike (Trained, Squeezing):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Condition: Openly hostile mite with weapon drawn enters his reach.</span></p>As Xavin returns to the group, Nidintu looks up from the scattered tools of the workroom. "What, already? I'm still trying to get the barricades sorted here!" The massive warrior shrugs, grinning. "I'll give them a chance, but if they wish to die, so be it." He moves into the corridor, hefting his axe and calling out a challenge as he waits for the gremlins to approach. "You there! You want to talk, we can talk, but the first one of you lot who draws steel and comes at me dies, got it?"
...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-15T04:32:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2442024-01-12T23:20:56Z2024-01-12T23:18:48Z<p>As the stag speaks, Vhekk's onyx eyes go wide, but after a moment's surprise, they narrow, and he nocks an arrow to his bow. <b>"You are truly an unusual sight, Lord Stag. It is my experience that few stags speak, and that fewer still stoop to deceit and falsehood. This forest has been taken over by the wicked, ones who go against the natural order. If you don't mind my saying so, what cause have we to trust you, and how do we know you are not one of them, especially since the last person who tried to follow you nearly froze to death?"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Because of Vhekk's tiefling heritage feat, he can use Sense Motive with Deception in back-and-forth conversations. If it becomes necessary, his Deception modifier is +6.</span></p>As the stag speaks, Vhekk's onyx eyes go wide, but after a moment's surprise, they narrow, and he nocks an arrow to his bow. "You are truly an unusual sight, Lord Stag. It is my experience that few stags speak, and that fewer still stoop to deceit and falsehood. This forest has been taken over by the wicked, ones who go against the natural order. If you don't mind my saying so, what cause have we to trust you, and how do we know you are not one of them, especially since the last person who...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-12T23:18:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7272024-01-12T04:48:48Z2024-01-12T04:45:33Z<p>As the sole remaining mite flees, Nikolay returns his axe to its sheath, moving over to grab the workbenches and half-finished projects and moving them into crude barricades on the room's exits. <b>"Let that one go. The alarm's already been raised."</b> The massive warrior shrugs. <b>"We can't speak their tongue, and it would seem they can't speak ours - this could all just be a misunderstanding, but I'll be damned if I stop and try to talk it out with someone aiming a siege weapon at me."</b> The cambion thinks for a moment before continuing. <b>"Though in hindsight, I probably shouldn't have been second into the room - I'll be the first to admit that a seven-foot warrior with an axe bigger than your entire body is not exactly a comforting sight for anyone. When you add in the horns and the tail and all that, it's a miracle the folks in Restov and Nivatka's Crossing didn't react the same way."</b></p>
<p>The elf turns to the rest of the group, his aureate eyes flicking between its various members. <b>"If these tunnels connect further on, these gremlins could cut off our escape by flanking us. We need to hold this room so they don't counter-attack."</b> After a moment, he seems to come to a decision. <b>"Halrod, you're a good archer with a steady head in battle, but I think your arrows are better suited to holding our position here. Would you be willing to stay here, make sure our exit is covered? Once I complete the barricades, we can take one of these passages, try to find Svetlana's ring."</b></p>As the sole remaining mite flees, Nikolay returns his axe to its sheath, moving over to grab the workbenches and half-finished projects and moving them into crude barricades on the room's exits. "Let that one go. The alarm's already been raised." The massive warrior shrugs. "We can't speak their tongue, and it would seem they can't speak ours - this could all just be a misunderstanding, but I'll be damned if I stop and try to talk it out with someone aiming a siege weapon at me." The cambion...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-12T04:45:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5722024-01-12T04:38:48Z2024-01-12T04:29:56Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Will:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 18</span></p>
<p>As the spirit appears, a wave of fear washes over Nikolay, but he remains steadfast. <b>"Begone, blasphemous abomination! Move on to your final rest!"</b> Drawing his spirits' bane concoctions from his belt pouch, he throws an explosive admixture at the ghost.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bomb Attack Roll:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (9) + 9 = 18</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d6 + 5 ⇒ (6, 2) + 5 = 13</span> <span class=messageboard-ooc>positive damage, 7 splash positive to adjacent</span></p>[dice=Will]1d20+1[/dice]
As the spirit appears, a wave of fear washes over Nikolay, but he remains steadfast. "Begone, blasphemous abomination! Move on to your final rest!" Drawing his spirits' bane concoctions from his belt pouch, he throws an explosive admixture at the ghost.
[dice=Bomb Attack Roll]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]2d6+5[/dice] positive damage, 7 splash positive to adjacentDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-12T04:29:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2402024-01-12T04:28:48Z2024-01-12T04:24:24Z<p>Vhekk thinks for a moment as his allies discuss the strange shape glimpsed in the snow. <b>"We would likely accomplish little seeing where it is going - its instincts would be to flee from us, at least if it is anything like an ordinary stag. We may be better served seeing where it has been, and this snow seems well-suited to the task."</b> He looks in the snow near where the white creature was seen, trying to see if he can follow its tracks back to its lair.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Forest Lore (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12</span></p>Vhekk thinks for a moment as his allies discuss the strange shape glimpsed in the snow. "We would likely accomplish little seeing where it is going - its instincts would be to flee from us, at least if it is anything like an ordinary stag. We may be better served seeing where it has been, and this snow seems well-suited to the task." He looks in the snow near where the white creature was seen, trying to see if he can follow its tracks back to its lair.
[dice=Forest Lore (Trained)]1d20+4[/dice]Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-12T04:24:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#992024-01-11T04:00:58Z2024-01-11T03:54:01Z<p>Rilri nods gratefully to Switch, taking a seat when offered and accepting a glass of Ryl'kolsa. <b>"A most potent drink, master Switch. The taste reminds me of Newoongall hemolymph-wine from my homeworld."</b> The Rodian smirks before continuing. <b>"But of course, we are not here to exchange pleasantries. I apologize for the confusion of languages earlier - long experience has taught me that few stormtroopers bother to learn the second most common language in the galaxy, but I trust your assurances as to the security of this room. While I appreciate your hospitality, I have tasks to perform in the stead of Maya and her associates."</b></p>
<p><b>"As for the incident where she was injured, I was attempting to purchase surgical tools when she appeared on the promenade, fleeing from stormtroopers. I stepped in to aid her and carried her to safety after the conflict, where she tasked us with retrieving her cargo."</b> He steeples his long, sucker-tipped fingers, nodding at the ostentatious desk. <b>"Now, if you are worried that we are impostors, one with your means should have little trouble finding my personnel file - I am the ship's doctor on the <i>Horizon Glory,</i> recently returned from Hutt Space. My family is a noble house of arms dealers on Rodia - far too high-profile for an ISB cover identity, and the Empire would be loath to employ Rodians in any case. And only the most powerful crime lords would dream of interfering with Alderaanian royalty - the sorts of crime lords, incidentally, for whom internal conflict in the Core Worlds would be a great boon for their power in the Mid Rim, and who as such would have a vested interest in the success of your transaction. In short, master Switch, there is nobody for whom we could realistically work but Maya and those she represents."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Persuasion:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 18</span></p>Rilri nods gratefully to Switch, taking a seat when offered and accepting a glass of Ryl'kolsa. "A most potent drink, master Switch. The taste reminds me of Newoongall hemolymph-wine from my homeworld." The Rodian smirks before continuing. "But of course, we are not here to exchange pleasantries. I apologize for the confusion of languages earlier - long experience has taught me that few stormtroopers bother to learn the second most common language in the galaxy, but I trust your assurances as...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-11T03:54:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5672024-01-10T04:25:18Z2024-01-10T04:16:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Hey Doctor, can we use some of this stuff?"</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay's eyes light up as he spots the remnants of the infirmary and the relatively intact tools within, and almost before Børak is done speaking, the young tiefling has rushed into the room, beginning to catalogue what he can. <b>"This brings back fond memories. I served my residency in a place much like this, you know - this is just like the hospice at the Havenguard Asylum in Caliphas, where I apprenticed."</b> He beams in pride. <b>"Doctor Alexi said that I was one of the best surgeons she had ever taught, you know! It was trying, having to deal with all that megalomania and delusions of grandeur - the patients were almost as bad as some of my old professors at the university!"</b> The young physiologist giggles, as though he has just made a great joke.
<p>As he works, he keeps up a steady stream of chatter until he is interrupted. <b>"Regrettably, these manacles are nothing new to me - we had them at Havenguard, and many of our orderlies carried saps. Several of our patients were rather violent at times; in fact, I remember one fellow who was a mass murderer - claimed to have killed twelve people in..."</b> <span class=messageboard-ooc>And so on and so forth until he is interrupted or he is done cataloguing.</span></p>Børak wrote:"Hey Doctor, can we use some of this stuff?"
Nikolay's eyes light up as he spots the remnants of the infirmary and the relatively intact tools within, and almost before Børak is done speaking, the young tiefling has rushed into the room, beginning to catalogue what he can. "This brings back fond memories. I served my residency in a place much like this, you know - this is just like the hospice at the Havenguard Asylum in Caliphas, where I apprenticed." He beams in pride. "Doctor...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-10T04:16:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7222024-01-09T02:05:13Z2024-01-09T02:01:09Z<p>Nidintu waits at the surface for Roots to finish with his survey, humming to himself, but when the little leshy motions him down, he descends the narrow passageway as quickly as he can and joins the rest of the group. The massive cambion has to bend almost double to fit into the tiny corridor, and his progress is marked by muffled thuds and hissed repetitions of <b><span class=tiny>"Thrice-tenth!"</b></span> as his horns rebound solidly off tree roots and overhangs.</p>
<p>As the group emerges into the cavern, he glances around the haphazard workroom with the disdainful eye of a crafter, but his eyes narrow as he spots the gremlins. <b>"We must hold this position, my friends! If these gremlins know we're here, we'll be attacked from both sides until we're dead - better to hold this workroom where we can maneuver!"</b> He advances on the mitflits and swings his greataxe as best he can given the small confines, trying to catch both with one sweep of his weapon. <b>"You call this pile of twigs a siege weapon? I could make a sturdier frame blindfolded! <i>With my hands tied behind my back!</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing) - Catapult Mitflit:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Greataxe Strike (Expert, Squeezing) - Shrieking Mitflit:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9</span>
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As the group emerges into the cavern, he glances around...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-09T02:01:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5602024-01-08T04:31:22Z2024-01-08T04:30:54Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I suggest we head back to the laundry room. That's where the shirt attacked us. We never fully explored it. Then we can keep going around the rooms on the outside wall of the building until we find the way down and are certain that upstairs is cleared and safe."</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay nods. <b>"I agree - we should try to eliminate unforeseen variables before continuing. This way, we always have a means of egress if need be."</b>
<p>As the group walks towards their destination, Nikolay turns to Valiard. <b>"I suspect, my friend, that the restless spirits will not in fact need to be physically beaten into submission. I have done some studies of my own on spiritual dynamics, and I suspect that all we must do is use the items in a way that the dead would recognize."</b> He flips open the spellbook to the area where his own name is scrawled in blood. <b>"For instance, this section here and the evidence of his work on Vesorianna indicates that Feramin may have marked his victims by writing their names in blood. Thus, when we encounter him, I hypothesize that he can be destroyed if I stab myself with a quill pen, then write 'Hean Feramin' in the margins of this book with my own blood. A crude method, to be sure, but I suspect that the use of the techniques of the 'Splatter Man' against him will disrupt his grasp on existence. Similarly, I doubt you would actually have to hit Father Charlatan with those holy symbols, for I hypothesize that a prayer to one of the represented deities would be enough for the old unbeliever. I know a great many Pharasmin prayers, if you need one - I was raised Pharasmin, though I never truly found my faith until I was introduced to Kavapestan Penitence at the university."</b></p>Valiard wrote:"I suggest we head back to the laundry room. That's where the shirt attacked us. We never fully explored it. Then we can keep going around the rooms on the outside wall of the building until we find the way down and are certain that upstairs is cleared and safe."
Nikolay nods. "I agree - we should try to eliminate unforeseen variables before continuing. This way, we always have a means of egress if need be." As the group walks towards their destination, Nikolay turns to...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-08T04:30:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7142024-01-05T12:40:58Z2024-01-05T12:31:43Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>As Xavin approaches the tree, Nidintu kneels to examine the bodies scattered around the foot of the tree. <b>"There was clearly a battle here - I wonder which side won? These folks would have to be heartless not to bury their kin if they had the time, so there must have been some pressing danger that kept the winners from doing much more than looting."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Xavin wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"What is wrong with this ancient wonder?"</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu glances up at Xavin's words, shrugging. <b>"It's probably just dying. All things do, eventually - it's the way of life. Most animals die in ten years, most humans in a hundred, and most elves in a thousand, but nothing lasts forever."</b> He nods towards the disturbed dirt at the entrance. <b>"Still, it looks like the gremlins have been digging into its roots - that can't help matters."</b>
<p>As Amiri and Linzi speak, Nidintu glances down at the narrow hole, grimacing. <b>"I'll do it, but I won't like it. I can see just fine in the dark, but the height..."</b> One hand comes up and rubs at the base of one of his horns. <b>"...I don't have to be a fortune-teller to know that I'm going to have headaches pretty soon."</b></p>[Spoiler omitted]
As Xavin approaches the tree, Nidintu kneels to examine the bodies scattered around the foot of the tree. "There was clearly a battle here - I wonder which side won? These folks would have to be heartless not to bury their kin if they had the time, so there must have been some pressing danger that kept the winners from doing much more than looting."
Xavin wrote:"What is wrong with this ancient wonder?"
Nidintu glances up at Xavin's words, shrugging. "It's probably just...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-05T12:31:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2282024-01-05T04:42:42Z2024-01-05T04:42:04Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Do you... feel cursed?"</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk shrugs. <b>"Not particularly. Of course, I've never been cursed - at least, not with real magic - so I don't know what it feels like."</b> His obsidian claws click against the ash wood of his staff as he thinks for a moment before continuing. <b>"Then again, if you want to look at it another way, I've been cursed since I was born, so I don't know what it feels like to not be cursed. Either way, I'm no expert in the ways of witches."</b>Yorah wrote:"Do you... feel cursed?"
Vhekk shrugs. "Not particularly. Of course, I've never been cursed - at least, not with real magic - so I don't know what it feels like." His obsidian claws click against the ash wood of his staff as he thinks for a moment before continuing. "Then again, if you want to look at it another way, I've been cursed since I was born, so I don't know what it feels like to not be cursed. Either way, I'm no expert in the ways of witches."Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-05T04:42:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7062024-01-03T14:20:55Z2024-01-03T14:17:14Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Roots wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I want ta be un Greeter too!"</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu laughs uproariously at the thought of the little leshy threatening merchants. <b>"Truly, little one? Show me your best scary face, then!"</b> To demonstrate, he gives Roots a ferocious scowl. <b>"Like this, little one!"</b> However, he can barely keep a straight face, and after a moment, he bursts out in laughter again, spoiling the effect.
<p>As the night drags on and the fire dies low, Nidintu takes the opportunity to tell a ghost story he recalls from his time in the bandits. His yellow eyes appear almost like distant lanterns in the dying light of the fire, and the raspy hiss of his voice cuts through the still night air as he relates his tale.</p>
<p><b>"Villages come and go in these lands, they do. Some band of explorers decides they're going to make a new life on the frontier, and one firestorm or hungry beast later, all that's left are ruins and bones. Such was the fate of a lonely town on the shores of Kallas Lake, razed to the ground in a single night by a bandit raid."</b></p>
<p><b>"My father always said that humans have a way of surviving, of clinging to life when everything they know is lost. He was wrong about a great many things, but about this he may be right, for on that fateful night, one survivor crawled free of the wreckage, spared death at the bandits' hands. In desperation, she called to any god that would answer, calling for mercy, for justice..."</b> He pauses for dramatic effect as a horrifying grin spreads across his face. <b>"...and for <i>vengeance.</i>"</b></p>
<p><b>"None know for sure what answered her call, but the legends speak of the bargain she made, a bargain that was old when dragons ruled the lands and humans cowered in their caves. Blood for blood, death for life - the cruel god that answered her would restore her family if and only if she stole blood for him, blood to replace that spilled by the brigands as they razed her home. She opened her mouth to answer, but thousands of mosquitoes poured out, choking her words. Ever since, she has stalked the woods, and it is on nights like these when she roams furthest, always seeking her next victim. So build the fire high tonight, friends, and keep a watchful eye on the darkness, else your last sight may be the thousand servants of... <i>the Mosquito Witch!</i>"</b></p>
<p>After a moment to let his friends respond, Nidintu's face splits in a friendly grin again, and he chuckles. <b>"A tale, nothing more. It's told around the town of Shimmerford to bring so-called 'monster hunters.' My friend Konstantin used to run in a bandit gang in that area, and he said that all it does is draw rich suckers who want to be a hero. Now, the tale of Cimmera of Lagash, on the other hand... There are those who say it's just a legend, but Two-Shot Elbers from Boss Tanith's band would probably disagree with them - if he still had his face, that is."</b> He smirks, moving towards his bedroll. <b>"Perhaps a story for another night. For now, I'm going to get some rest - after all, we still have to make it to the Old Sycamore tomorrow."</b></p>Roots wrote:"I want ta be un Greeter too!"
Nidintu laughs uproariously at the thought of the little leshy threatening merchants. "Truly, little one? Show me your best scary face, then!" To demonstrate, he gives Roots a ferocious scowl. "Like this, little one!" However, he can barely keep a straight face, and after a moment, he bursts out in laughter again, spoiling the effect. As the night drags on and the fire dies low, Nidintu takes the opportunity to tell a ghost story he recalls from his...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-03T14:17:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2242024-01-03T13:40:56Z2024-01-03T13:33:56Z<p>As the party navigates through the bloody fetishes, Vhekk scowls. At Yorah's words, he speaks up. <b>"Perhaps the witches place them here to curse those who would challenge them? We should keep pressing forward - not least because I am unsure if we are able to turn back."</b> He readies his weapon, prepared for an ambush from the trees.</p>As the party navigates through the bloody fetishes, Vhekk scowls. At Yorah's words, he speaks up. "Perhaps the witches place them here to curse those who would challenge them? We should keep pressing forward - not least because I am unsure if we are able to turn back." He readies his weapon, prepared for an ambush from the trees.Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-03T13:33:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=12#5522024-01-03T12:50:55Z2024-01-03T12:47:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lectrum wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I know, but I meant... it's an axe... how would it work against a spirit that isn't really a whole body. It's noncorporal, you know?"</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay glances over at Lectrum, clearing his throat to get the massive dragonkin's attention. <b>"Well, the commonly accepted theory is that the enchantment serves as a multidimensional quiddity anchor, allowing the weapon to simultaneously strike..."</b> He trails off as he looks up at Lectrum, then sighs before continuing. <b>"...It works through magic. A wizard did it."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lectrum wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Uhhh... fiends?"</b></blockquote><p>The young scientist glances up at Lectrum again, his brow furrowed in confusion. <b>"...You <i>do</i> know that I am grimspawn, yes? A descendant of soul eaters? I can resist extreme temperature fluctuations, as well as an alarming amount of voltage, and my eyes can see the souls of the living. It's not much of a secret - I could never keep secrets in any case, and my nature is relatively evident from my appearance. Nevertheless, I assure you that I am harmless, and the chances of me losing my mind and vivisecting you are negligible."</b>
<p>At Vesiorianna's words, Nikolay grins, stepping forward as he reclaims Ferramin's spellbook. As Valiard raises his concerns, Nikolay turns to look at the herbalist. <b>"I thought corrupted souls could be rebuked with the presentation of holy symbols, yes? This one has a special connection to the holy symbols we have, so its efficacy should be increased."</b> The young physiologist shrugs. <b>"Failing that, it's a heavy amalgamation of metal on the end of a chain. As far as improvised weapons go, we could ask for worse."</b></p>Lectrum wrote:"I know, but I meant... it's an axe... how would it work against a spirit that isn't really a whole body. It's noncorporal, you know?"
Nikolay glances over at Lectrum, clearing his throat to get the massive dragonkin's attention. "Well, the commonly accepted theory is that the enchantment serves as a multidimensional quiddity anchor, allowing the weapon to simultaneously strike..." He trails off as he looks up at Lectrum, then sighs before continuing. "...It works through...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2024-01-03T12:47:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=6#2842023-12-31T15:17:26Z2023-12-31T04:49:00Z<p>I am sorry to hear about your family emergency, and I hope your family recovers, Børak!</p>I am sorry to hear about your family emergency, and I hope your family recovers, Børak!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-31T04:49:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=11#5412023-12-31T04:50:56Z2023-12-31T04:48:59Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Let's put the tagged items from the vault in my pack for safe keeping."</b></blockquote><p>When Børak opens the mouth of his pack, Nikolay initially holds back, casting suspicious looks at Børak as he holds the Splatter Man's spellbook close, but at a glare from Drake, he grudgingly drops the grimoire into the open pack.
<p>As the group begins to leave the room, Nikolay spares one final glance into the evidence room vault, ensuring the group hasn't missed anything, when the glimmer of sunlight on brass catches his eye. The young scientist begins to dig through a pile of rubble before extracting a startlingly undamaged pair of brass-rimmed spectacles. In his examination of the lenses, he fails to notice the strange factor regarding the discovery - namely that there was no sunlight to gleam off the glasses' frame.</p>
<p>After a moment of investigation, he tentatively perches them on the end of his nose, only to gasp in astonishment and wonder as their strange properties become clear. <b>"These lenses have some truly fascinating properties - I can see <i>everything!</i> They must operate through some kind of refraction of visible-wavelength soul energy. Back at Sincomakti, Professor Salvar of the Optics group was actually working on something similar - right up until he splashed the acid in his eyes and started ranting about impossible colors, that is."</b> The young scientist looks Lectrum up and down. <b>"Lectrum, my friend, your soul is so full of <i>life!</i> All around you, sickness lies in wait - simple colds, harmless to most, but likely fatal to me without the influence of the Teratogenesis B compound, yet against your health they prove no more substantial than mist."</b> He gives a nightmarish grin and lets out a short burst of laughter that, considering the context, cannot help but sound sinister. <b>"I suspect your soul would have been much sought after by the fiends which spawned my bloodline, but I assure you, you have nothing to fear from me in that regard."</b></p>Børak wrote:"Let's put the tagged items from the vault in my pack for safe keeping."
When Børak opens the mouth of his pack, Nikolay initially holds back, casting suspicious looks at Børak as he holds the Splatter Man's spellbook close, but at a glare from Drake, he grudgingly drops the grimoire into the open pack. As the group begins to leave the room, Nikolay spares one final glance into the evidence room vault, ensuring the group hasn't missed anything, when the glimmer of sunlight on...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-31T04:48:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=11#5342023-12-28T04:30:57Z2023-12-28T04:26:39Z<p>Nikolay follows his friend into the room, but after barely a glance at the cramped confines and crumbling walls, he rushes back out into the more spacious other room, grabbing what the scientist perceives to be the most important item - the book - as he goes.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"How do we know if any of these are the items in question?"</b></blockquote><p>At Børak's words, he glances back at the room before returning to leafing through the spellbook. <b>"If we brought them back to Vesorianna, she would know, I suppose. As all four of the other articles are linked to specific prisoners we know of, I would be willing to bet that the hammer you hold belonged to the Mosswater Marauder."</b>
<p>As he continues to page through the book, he blanches as he sees "Nikolay Miron Ramada" in blood along one of the margins, but after a minute more of reading, a faint smile begins to spread across his face. <b>"Actually, some of these formulas are... <i>genius,</i> to be perfectly frank. Obviously, as they are applied here, they are quite dangerous, but I remember reading about a Sincomakti research vessel - the <i>Spirit of Inquiry,</i> I think it was called - that recorded refined measurements for the values Feramin used in his research here. I'll have to check the Bhaltvrest Hall Archives when I'm back in Rozenport, but just think - this knowledge could do so much good!"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>For all his humorous antics, Nikolay is actually easily tempted by one of the mainstays of the horror genre - dark knowledge. He is convinced that things like formulas ripped from a necromancer's spellbook can have valuable uses, such as in the creation of new medicines, so it would be fairly easy for him to create unintentionally dangerous materials.</span></p>Nikolay follows his friend into the room, but after barely a glance at the cramped confines and crumbling walls, he rushes back out into the more spacious other room, grabbing what the scientist perceives to be the most important item - the book - as he goes.
Børak wrote:"How do we know if any of these are the items in question?"
At Børak's words, he glances back at the room before returning to leafing through the spellbook. "If we brought them back to Vesorianna, she would know, I suppose....Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-28T04:26:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=6#2772023-12-28T04:30:57Z2023-12-28T04:26:37Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">GM Wolf wrote:</div><blockquote>Collection of Holy Symbols: These holy symbols were used by Father Charlatan, who would select one from the collection that would match the faith of his victims as proof of his good intentions. There are a dozen holy symbols on fine silver chains—the collection as a whole is worth 300 gp. The exact holy symbols in the collection are Pharasma, Cayden, Nethys, Irori, Sarenrae, among others.</blockquote><p>Okay, I understand that Carrion Crown is supposed to be a horror AP, but it's so hard to take it seriously with so many references to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDWR5RkWRTY" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">comedy movies</a>!
<p>It might just be an issue with me - I prefer the Mel Brooks versions of <i>Dracula</i> and <i>Frankenstein</i> to the serious ones - but to a certain extent, I suppose it's something to do with the horror RPG genre as a whole, as I've seen many similar instances where humor is spliced into horror games. For instance, <i>Call of Cthulhu</i> actually has some quite funny parts to it, such as when you try to push an Auto Use check at low SAN: the other players just find you behind the wheel of a parked car, making "vroom, vroom" noises like a small child.</p>
<p>As for a wish, I think I'll go with <a href="https://aonprd.com/MagicWondrousDisplay.aspx?FinalName=Physician%27s%20Spectacles" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Physician's Spectacles</a>. They stack well with Ramada's <i>deathwatch</i> SLA, and I have no doubt that being able to detect subtle threats like diseases and poisons will be useful against a secretive organization like the Whispering Way.</p>GM Wolf wrote:Collection of Holy Symbols: These holy symbols were used by Father Charlatan, who would select one from the collection that would match the faith of his victims as proof of his good intentions. There are a dozen holy symbols on fine silver chains—the collection as a whole is worth 300 gp. The exact holy symbols in the collection are Pharasma, Cayden, Nethys, Irori, Sarenrae, among others.
Okay, I understand that Carrion Crown is supposed to be a horror AP, but it's so hard to...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-28T04:26:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=6#2732023-12-27T04:30:57Z2023-12-27T04:26:01Z<p>Merry (belated) Christmas to those who celebrate! Apologies for the delay in posting, as I've been rather busy with family reunions and the like. As for favorite foods, I can never resist green bean casserole - it's one of my favorites - so I suppose that's a +1 to Con?</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lectrum wrote:</div><blockquote>A Christmas wish? To understand Ramada? So maybe Wisdom?</blockquote><p>In fairness, not even I know what he's saying half the time. I think I remember that one of the Paizo splatbooks had a certain quote about Taldor - something like "If you need to keep something hidden forever, claim it’s urgent and hand it to a government official." Similarly, if you want to ensure nobody understands a fact, tell it to Ramada and ask him to explain it to everyone.Merry (belated) Christmas to those who celebrate! Apologies for the delay in posting, as I've been rather busy with family reunions and the like. As for favorite foods, I can never resist green bean casserole - it's one of my favorites - so I suppose that's a +1 to Con?
Lectrum wrote:A Christmas wish? To understand Ramada? So maybe Wisdom?
In fairness, not even I know what he's saying half the time. I think I remember that one of the Paizo splatbooks had a certain quote about Taldor -...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-27T04:26:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=11#5302023-12-27T04:30:57Z2023-12-27T04:25:52Z<p>At Børak's question, Nikolay shakes his head. <b>"I am afraid, my friend, that I am no warrior as you and some of our companions are. Both of these weapons are far outside my area of expertise."</b> He glances down at the mace-like instrument at his hip. <b>"Technically, this isn't even a weapon. Its official name is the Ramada-West Enhanced Medicinal Dispersal Device. I invented it alongside one of my fellow students as an alternative to the syringe for patients with psychological aversions to needles, but when I tested it on a lab rat, the rat exploded."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12</span></p>
<p>As he enters the room, he makes his way over to the north wall, looking along it for any seams indicating a hidden door, though he finds none. He steps back, clearing his throat. <b><span class=tiny>"Well, it worked last time.</span> •ahem• It would certainly be <i>convenient</i> if we were to find a hidden passage. Such a <i>shame</i> that we are unable to find it. I suppose I may as well lean against this <i>completely unremarkable brick...</i>"</b></p>
<p>When this fails to produce results, he scowls at the wall, pushing experimentally on a few more bricks before giving the whole structure a solid kick. As Børak points out the secret door in the eastern wall, however, he clears his throat again and moves in that direction, a distinctly sheepish look on his face. <b>"I..."</b> He sighs. <b>"...Okay, I don't have any excuses. That was pathetic on my part."</b> From the depths of his magic pouch emerge the set of lockpicks again, and he kneels down to examine the secret door. <b>"Look, I'm not <i>completely</i> useless, and I'll prove it!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Disable Device:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 17 ⇒ (1) + 17 = 18</span></p>
<p>Another sigh. <b>"...Okay, <i>bad</i> example. Give me another chance..."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Disable Device:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 17 ⇒ (18) + 17 = 35</span></p>At Børak's question, Nikolay shakes his head. "I am afraid, my friend, that I am no warrior as you and some of our companions are. Both of these weapons are far outside my area of expertise." He glances down at the mace-like instrument at his hip. "Technically, this isn't even a weapon. Its official name is the Ramada-West Enhanced Medicinal Dispersal Device. I invented it alongside one of my fellow students as an alternative to the syringe for patients with psychological aversions to...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-27T04:25:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Faerie Ring: A Realm of Fey And Powers DiscussionNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/discussion&page=4#1682023-12-26T04:10:58Z2023-12-26T04:07:22Z<p>Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! I received the Age of Ashes adventure path and quite a few of the Pathfinder Tales novels, so I will likely have my nose buried in a book for the next day or so.</p>Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! I received the Age of Ashes adventure path and quite a few of the Pathfinder Tales novels, so I will likely have my nose buried in a book for the next day or so.Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-26T04:07:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=15#7042023-12-23T04:20:55Z2023-12-23T03:57:17Z<p>As Eskra relates the tale of Carageorn's misfortune, Nidintu laughs. <b>"I've heard of such plants. 'Fool's fang,' it's called, because it's easy to mistake for fangberries, though few make the same mistake twice. Plenty of my friends with the bandits had similar stories - I suspect my brother would call it an 'archetype' or something, but I think it's just a matter of a common shared experience."</b></p>
<p>Nidintu grins as he listens to Kressle's tale. <b>"I used to be the greeter back in the day, I did. Most of the time, all I had to do was smile at the merchants and pilgrims and such, and they'd wet themselves and hand over their gold. In a way, I suppose frightening them like that was doing them a favor - that way, the band didn't have to fight them and risk someone getting killed. Best thing for everyone, it was."</b> The massive tiefling clears his throat, a sheepish expression on his face. <b>"...On that topic, I should probably apologize, Dalan. I hope you're feeling better after that fright I gave you earlier."</b></p>
<p>The warrior shifts in his seat, his tail twitching as his yellow eyes gaze into the depths of the fire. <b>"Anyway, I met my late wife in a rather similar way to Yennis and this pretty dandy fellow. We came across a slavers' caravan from Qadira, and Boss Tanith decided to teach those scum about the River Freedoms. In the middle of the fray, as we were cutting free the slaves and giving them weapons, I saw this beautiful Keleshite woman with a blade in each hand, slashing like a whirlwind - lots of enthusiasm, though I don't think she ever had much training. After the battle, I gave her my cloak to help clean off the blood, we started talking, and we were married a year later. She was a natural with the blade, she was, but her dream was to be a cartographer, so she never really joined us bandits."</b></p>
<p>As the conversation switches to the Stag Lord and his minions, Nidintu nods. <b>"Cragger and Dovan, you say? We'll talk to those two when we bring the Stag Lord his liquor, see if they know any others who might join our cause."</b> He shrugs. <b>"As for the duchess part, I'm the wrong person to ask - lived all my life in the River Kingdoms, I have. I think 'baroness' is higher than both, though. I met a noble, decades ago, during the Second Crusade. Lady Sabrinus, her name was, clad all in iron and with a sword bigger than she was. She was one of those Iomedaeans, and she was very kind to Vanrith and me. Most nobles I've met since then have been dandies who can barely hold a proper blade. They have some special way of fighting or some such - they hit you with a glove, then you fight them somewhere else, and there's a long list of places you aren't supposed to hit them. They call it a 'duel,' they do."</b></p>As Eskra relates the tale of Carageorn's misfortune, Nidintu laughs. "I've heard of such plants. 'Fool's fang,' it's called, because it's easy to mistake for fangberries, though few make the same mistake twice. Plenty of my friends with the bandits had similar stories - I suspect my brother would call it an 'archetype' or something, but I think it's just a matter of a common shared experience."
Nidintu grins as he listens to Kressle's tale. "I used to be the greeter back in the day, I did....Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-23T03:57:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=11#5182023-12-21T04:16:37Z2023-12-21T04:02:17Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Auto-succeed Knowledge (engineering) check. Also, are the grid squares for inside Harrowstone in 1 square = 10 ft scale? It seems rather small otherwise.</span></p>
<p>Nikolay barely spares a glance at the crumbling remains of the Warden's residence before shaking his head, keeping a healthy distance from the decrepit building. <b>"That building is critically unstable - I'm surprised it hasn't collapsed yet. If any of the prisoner's items <i>are</i> in there, we would likely be safer knocking it down and sifting through the rubble."</b> The gaunt scientist smirks. <b>"I suspect it will be a simple matter of convincing the termites to let go."</b></p>
<p>As he enters the remains of Harrowstone, following closely behind Lectrum and Børak, his expression becomes nervous, and he begins to wring his hands together. <b>"I-it's a rather <i>small</i> prison, isn't it? All these tiny rooms and narrow hallways make me feel like I'm already in my grave - and if it's decayed as severely as the Warden's outbuilding, one wrong step could bring the whole place down on us!"</b> Reaching the foyer, however, he gives a relieved smile, glancing around the small space at the sturdy walls. <b>"Actually, this part of the structure is in <i>remarkable</i> condition! We should have little to fear as regards a collapse."</b> He looks sheepishly again at his comrades-in-arms. <b>"I hope you will forgive my lamentable tendency to fret in close quarters. I could never stand being confined in enclosed spaces - it reminds me too much of my childhood."</b> The young tiefling shudders. <b>"Whenever I enraged my father, he would lock me in the root cellar for days on end. In late winter, when the cellar was bare, I sometimes had to catch and eat rats to stave off starvation. I've never been truly comfortable indoors for that very reason. When others are around in such circumstances, I tend to babble - as I'm sure you are all aware by now - since it helps distract me from my fears."</b></p>
<p>Nikolay moves over to the northeast double doors. <b>"Let's make a start - I'm sure we can solve this little puzzle easily."</b> He reaches for the handle...</p>
<p>...only to be thrown back as the spirits trapped within the building make their presence known. He staggers back, his face pale, and he draws the spiral of Pharasma over his heart as he fumbles for his holy symbol. <b><span class=tiny>"...Gray Lady, grant me your protection, though my path is treacherous and the mists of death rush around my feet..."</span></b></p>Auto-succeed Knowledge (engineering) check. Also, are the grid squares for inside Harrowstone in 1 square = 10 ft scale? It seems rather small otherwise.
Nikolay barely spares a glance at the crumbling remains of the Warden's residence before shaking his head, keeping a healthy distance from the decrepit building. "That building is critically unstable - I'm surprised it hasn't collapsed yet. If any of the prisoner's items are in there, we would likely be safer knocking it down and sifting...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-21T04:02:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=6#2562023-12-21T04:29:17Z2023-12-21T04:02:15Z<p>You know, when I saw the part about the building being structurally unstable, all I could think of was <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCQCBmcPl2U" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">this.</a></p>You know, when I saw the part about the building being structurally unstable, all I could think of was this.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-21T04:02:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=11#5122023-12-20T04:20:57Z2023-12-20T04:16:00Z<p>Nikolay listens intently as Valiard lays out the various stages of the plan. Once the herbalist is done, he grimaces and looks away, a sheepish expression on his face. <b>"I... do not think I should talk to the townspeople. I've been in several towns like Ravengro, and it always ends the same way - the ignorant think I'm a necromancer or grave robber and so distrust me, the learned recognize my daemonic blood and so distrust me, and by the time I've unpacked my lab equipment, they've organized a mob to run me out of town."</b> His expression seems to brighten before he continues. <b>"I think I could do some good here at the prison, however. I've done a great deal of research on arcane theory, and I have poor old Lorrimor's notes and journal, which should tell us everything he knew about the Whispering Way. Besides which, my soul-sight could help us pinpoint where the restless spirits of the prisoners lie."</b></p>
<p>At the mention of the warden's wife, however, the young scientist casts apprehensive glances at Magdali, the only other worshiper of Pharasma he is aware of in the group. <b>"I am unsure - by a particularly strict interpretation of my goddess's teachings, life beyond death is an abomination, and we should not help Vesorianna. However, logically, she is doing more than any of us could do to work against the unquiet spirits of a startling number of murderers, and by helping her, we can aid her in reaching the afterlife. I do not believe there should be any problem, from a theological standpoint."</b></p>
<p>As the group sets to work at Harrowstone, Nikolay speaks up after a moment of silence. <b>"...Why the Warden, do you think? I mean, why would the Whispering Way agents take the Warden's soul? They could have had their pick of the spirits of killers and cutthroats, but instead, they took the one man perhaps least likely to aid their wicked machinations. It's not <i>logical</i> - our data must be incomplete."</b></p>Nikolay listens intently as Valiard lays out the various stages of the plan. Once the herbalist is done, he grimaces and looks away, a sheepish expression on his face. "I... do not think I should talk to the townspeople. I've been in several towns like Ravengro, and it always ends the same way - the ignorant think I'm a necromancer or grave robber and so distrust me, the learned recognize my daemonic blood and so distrust me, and by the time I've unpacked my lab equipment, they've organized a...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-20T04:16:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2102023-12-20T03:50:56Z2023-12-20T03:45:14Z<p>As the wyrm falls, Vhekk grins, and at Maq'la's exclamation, he chimes in. <b>"With such a company of warriors, our foes stand little chance."</b> His face falls, however, as he notices Maq'la's injuries. <b>"You are wounded, my friend, but I am no healer, I'm afraid."</b></p>
<p>Seeing Yorah move to aid the orc warrior, he moves out of the way, examining the carcass of the creature that attacked them. Unlike Lilyana, the young tiefling seems quite unused to the frigid weather - he seems unable to stop shivering, and he flinches each time the biting wind picks up.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Forest Lore:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21</span></p>
<p>Kneeling next to the dead beast, he slashes an obsidian talon along its side, his brow furrowing as he sees its strange blue blood spill onto the snow. <b>"...This creature is not from this area, I think. Those white scales would stand out like nothing else if there was no snow, and we're far enough south - in the middle of summer, besides! - that it could not survive without this unseasonal storm."</b> He straightens up, a scowl on his face. <b>"<i>Sliset,</i> I don't even want to <i>think</i> about what things like this are doing to the forest. I doubt the Border Wood will ever be the same again, Yorah, even if we can slay the witch."</b></p>As the wyrm falls, Vhekk grins, and at Maq'la's exclamation, he chimes in. "With such a company of warriors, our foes stand little chance." His face falls, however, as he notices Maq'la's injuries. "You are wounded, my friend, but I am no healer, I'm afraid."
Seeing Yorah move to aid the orc warrior, he moves out of the way, examining the carcass of the creature that attacked them. Unlike Lilyana, the young tiefling seems quite unused to the frigid weather - he seems unable to stop...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-20T03:45:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#7002023-12-19T10:12:33Z2023-12-19T04:22:21Z<p>Nidintu helps to bury the dead bandits, and as night falls, he pulls out his cooking gear and begins to make supper at the camp's fire pit. At Roots's words, he glances at the little leshy. <b>"I think we should find Svetlana's ring first, then gather Bokken's fangberries on the way back to the trading post. We've already got the moon radishes for Svetlana, but it would be best if we had something else to bring her besides."</b></p>
<p>As he cooks, the garrulous elf tries to make small talk with anyone who will listen, the raspy hiss of his voice barely audible over the crackle of the fire. <b>"You know, I didn't know how to cook until I became a bandit. The first night I tried to make supper for the camp, Boss Tanith took me aside after he was done eating. 'Son,' he said to me, 'Gorum's got no greater blessing than a warrior who will eat hardtack without complaint, but he's got no greater curse than a cook who will do the same.'"</b> He shrugs. <b>"I don't know - I always liked it, myself. Never could understand what all the fuss was about. Anyway, he gave the job to Malicos the Butcher, a tiefling slave escaped from Cheliax. Twitchy little fellow, he was, but he was a nice guy - wouldn't hurt a fly. Everyone called him 'the Butcher' because he used to make sausages in Artume."</b> He clears his throat before continuing. <b>"Anyway, I watched what he did, and I took over again when he died trying to rob some pilgrims on the old Holtaksen Road."</b> The massive warrior scowls. <b>"Thought they'd surrender easy, on account of them not having any weapons. Didn't know they were Irorans."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Crafting (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8</span></p>
<p>Over a simple, slightly burnt stew of salt pork and parsnips with hardtack, Nidintu speaks with Kressle and the other bandits about a few of Xavin's questions. <b>"Tell me, my friends, do any of the Stag Lord's other people feel as you do? Is it worth saving any of them, do you think, or are they all fanatics? If any of them are decent enough, we'd have to get to them quick, before the Stag Lord notices you haven't reported in."</b> He tilts his head to one side, lost in thought for a moment, before a grin spreads across his face and he speaks again. <b>"...This liquor's for the Stag Lord, right? That means you have to send tribute shipments to him or something. What if we take him his drink, tell him about all the mercenaries from Restov roughing up his bandits, and say we're reinforcements from Thorn Ford to shore up his defenses? We sneak in, separate out the fanatics from those too fearful or too smart to act against the Stag Lord themselves, and hit him where it hurts."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19</span></p>
<p>Nidintu spends the rest of the night joking with the party's more boisterous members <span class=messageboard-ooc>(likely Amiri and the three ex-bandits)</span>, regaling them with tales from his time as a brigand. <b>"Here's something I'll bet you didn't know, Kressle. You know the old 'broken cart' trap for merchant caravans? Your grandmother practically invented that, she did! Why, one time..."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Banditry Lore (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25</span></p>
<p><b>"...and so she says, 'Look, Jessop, I'll do my part, and I bet your disguise'll fool them, but if you put the pitborn in that dress, you'll stop the caravan master's heart, you will!' Of course, it didn't matter, because as soon as I saw it, I punched Jessop so hard I knocked out one of his teeth."</b> As the Wildwood Band readies their night watches, Nidintu volunteers for the midnight shift, as is his norm. <b>"I don't need the campfire to see, and I don't mind having some time to look at the stars in quiet, I don't. Always helped me sleep when I was a boy."</b></p>Nidintu helps to bury the dead bandits, and as night falls, he pulls out his cooking gear and begins to make supper at the camp's fire pit. At Roots's words, he glances at the little leshy. "I think we should find Svetlana's ring first, then gather Bokken's fangberries on the way back to the trading post. We've already got the moon radishes for Svetlana, but it would be best if we had something else to bring her besides."
As he cooks, the garrulous elf tries to make small talk with anyone...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-19T04:22:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=5#2022023-12-18T21:30:59Z2023-12-18T21:20:44Z<p>As the creature surges up out of the snow cover and bites Maq'la, Vhekk charges forward, holding his staff before him like a shield as he moves to aid his friend. Nearing the draconic creature, his staff flashes out like the fangs of a striking serpent, attacking the beast's unprotected flank from an unexpected angle. <b>"There is valor in a duel, but there is also strength in unity, my friend. We'll kill this creature together."</b></p>
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<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bow Staff Strike (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3</span></p>As the creature surges up out of the snow cover and bites Maq'la, Vhekk charges forward, holding his staff before him like a shield as he moves to aid his friend. Nearing the draconic creature, his staff flashes out like the fangs of a striking serpent, attacking the beast's unprotected flank from an unexpected angle. "There is valor in a duel, but there is also strength in unity, my friend. We'll kill this creature together."
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[dice=Bow Staff Strike...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-18T21:20:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2492023-12-18T04:30:57Z2023-12-18T04:23:32Z<p>Congratulations, GM!</p>Congratulations, GM!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-18T04:23:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6922023-12-18T04:40:57Z2023-12-18T04:12:06Z<p>At Xavin's words, Nidintu nods. <b>"As you say, my friend. I'll speak with-"</b> The massive fighter is interrupted, however, as Xavin demonstrates the four spheres of light for Roots - as the spheres converge with a burst of light, Nidintu's arm jerks upwards to shield his eyes, and he snarls out a curse in Abyssal. <b>"Ḫiriṣ gallê lemni!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Occultism (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13</span></p>
<p>He lowers his arm and scowls at Xavin. <b>"You ask about magic, my friend? Believe me, I know such spells well, and you'd best be wary about how you use them! My father used that power, he did, and the things it showed him twisted him, corrupted him from a pious Desnan priest to a worshiper of dark things between the stars. Take care with such magic, my friend, or it may overcome you as well."</b></p>
<p>As the towering tiefling speaks, his yellow eyes flick nervously around the clearing, and his tail lashes back and forth in agitation - the topic of occult spells clearly unnerves him, and this is undoubtedly the most frightened any of his friends has ever seen the normally lively warrior. <b>"Look, if you truly have the gift - if you can call it a gift! - for such spells, I can write to my brother Vanrith - he knows far more about such matters - but I warn you, there's something... <i>off</i> about him. He rarely speaks, and when he does, it's often about things that haven't happened yet. Even my father's disciples thought he was strange."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Nidintu, strangely, has a surprisingly decent Occultism bonus for a non-spellcaster, as it's a background skill he has a good ability score bonus in.</span></p>At Xavin's words, Nidintu nods. "As you say, my friend. I'll speak with-" The massive fighter is interrupted, however, as Xavin demonstrates the four spheres of light for Roots - as the spheres converge with a burst of light, Nidintu's arm jerks upwards to shield his eyes, and he snarls out a curse in Abyssal. "Ḫiriṣ gallê lemni!"
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He lowers his arm and scowls at Xavin. "You ask about magic, my friend? Believe me, I know such spells well, and you'd...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-18T04:12:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2422023-12-17T01:00:58Z2023-12-17T00:47:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Børak wrote:</div><blockquote>So Ramada, how sure are you that at the end of the week the prisoners will escape?</blockquote><p>My line of reasoning is as follows, based on the information <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=6#294" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">HERE</a>:
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"5 spirits in particular. One of whom, the Splatter Man is attempting to destroy her, by spelling out her name... Vesorianna."</b></blockquote><p>Premise: Valiard told us that the warden's wife's ghost is keeping the malevolent spirits contained in Harrowstone (that is, rather than overwhelming the nearby town), and that the Splatter Man is destroying her by spelling out her name.
<p>Premise: We know from earlier that the Harrowstone Memorial is being defaced in a very specific, methodical way, and we are currently three days into a ten-letter name at one letter per day.</p>
<p>Conclusion: Once seven more days have passed, the blood splatters will spell out "Vesorianna" and the benevolent ghost will be destroyed.</p>
<p>Conclusion: Since she was keeping the evil ghosts contained, her destruction would mean that the ghosts would be uncontained, free to wreak havoc on Ravengro.</p>
<p>This means that, as it currently stands and barring unexpected developments, we are in fact on a rather strict timetable, and we should make it our goal to gather one of the required prisoners' items per day, so we have two days' buffer. Since according to our resident Protoss Akhundelar the 'Zerg' will no longer grow and become more powerful (and are sealed several miles below the ground in any case), they are a secondary threat to the ghosts of the Harrowstone Five, and if we get side-tracked, Vesorianna will be destroyed and Ravengro will fall. Now, we may be able to lengthen this deadline or remove it entirely by destroying the Splatter Man's ghost first, but if we stay in the Zerg complex for too long, nothing will get done.</p>Børak wrote:So Ramada, how sure are you that at the end of the week the prisoners will escape?
My line of reasoning is as follows, based on the information HERE: Valiard wrote:"5 spirits in particular. One of whom, the Splatter Man is attempting to destroy her, by spelling out her name... Vesorianna."
Premise: Valiard told us that the warden's wife's ghost is keeping the malevolent spirits contained in Harrowstone (that is, rather than overwhelming the nearby town), and that the Splatter...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-17T00:47:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4992023-12-16T02:10:59Z2023-12-16T02:03:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Drake wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I suggest we gather wealth and slaughter the Zerg. When they get too strong we retreat to the waypoint. Do you have any time sensitive quests? Anyone have a bag of holding?"</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay holds up the pouch at his side. <b>"I lifted this off a mage when I was with the Sczarni. I use it to store my laboratory equipment."</b> As he takes in Drake's words, however, his face falls. <b>"S-stay here? I hesitate to remind you of this, but we are on a rather strict time schedule! We have precisely one week before the Harrowstone spirits break free and overwhelm the town. If these creatures will grow weaker with time, they are no longer a threat. We must move on to other, more pressing matters, and unless we make the retaking of the upper levels our first priority, Ravengro will fall."</b>Drake wrote:"I suggest we gather wealth and slaughter the Zerg. When they get too strong we retreat to the waypoint. Do you have any time sensitive quests? Anyone have a bag of holding?"
Nikolay holds up the pouch at his side. "I lifted this off a mage when I was with the Sczarni. I use it to store my laboratory equipment." As he takes in Drake's words, however, his face falls. "S-stay here? I hesitate to remind you of this, but we are on a rather strict time schedule! We have precisely one...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-16T02:03:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=4#1912023-12-16T02:20:59Z2023-12-16T01:40:35Z<p>As Lilyana points out the creature beneath the ice, Vhekk begins to spin his staff before him, hoping to turn aside any strikes aimed at him. <b>"Whoever or whatever you are, show yourself!"</b></p>
<p><a href="https://2e.aonprd.com/Traits.aspx?ID=190" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">◆ Parry</a></p>
<p><a href="__" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">◆◆ Ready Strike</a></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Readied Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Condition: Snow-creature moves within melee range</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>AC is 18 until the start of my next turn</span></p>As Lilyana points out the creature beneath the ice, Vhekk begins to spin his staff before him, hoping to turn aside any strikes aimed at him. "Whoever or whatever you are, show yourself!"
◆ Parry
◆◆ Ready Strike
[dice=Readied Strike]1d20+7[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d6+1[/dice]
Condition: Snow-creature moves within melee range
AC is 18 until the start of my next turnVhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-16T01:40:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6902023-12-15T04:40:23Z2023-12-15T04:34:33Z<p>Nidintu grins at Kressle's words. <b>"I'm glad to hear you agree! You'll all become mercenaries, and we won't have to hang you. When we pave the way for the highborn from Brevoy to make this a kingdom like they want, there's sure to be a place for those like us in the guards or some such. I think it'll take some explaining to the others, but I owe your grandmother at least that much."</b></p>
<p>He glances at Kressle before continuing. <b>"Did she ever tell you about the time she saved my life? It was during those religious wars in Touvette, it was, when Boss Tanith and his gang ambushed a payroll shipment for the Pitaxans. There we were - Tianna with her battleaxe, Boss Tanith with his greatsword, and me with my meteor hammer, and the lot of us outnumbered five to one, but your grandmother..."</b> The massive warrior trails off, clearing his throat and adjusting his spectacles. <b>"...Likely a longer story than we have time for. Perhaps another time - for now, I had best talk to the others."</b></p>
<p>Nidintu gets to his feet and approaches the other members of the fae pack. <b>"My friends, if I could speak with you a moment? I've had a talk with Kressle and the other two, and as it turns out, they hate the Stag Lord as much as we do. They aren't bad people, but they haven't had a chance to fight back against the Stag Lord until now. They can still swear the oath and all that - they'll be 'mercenaries' instead of bandits, so those Restov highborn don't get upset, and when this is all over, we can give them jobs instead of hanging them."</b> He sighs, lowering his eyes so as not to meet his allies' gaze. <b>"Look, I thought you might be against it, but Kressle's keen, she is - how else would she make captain this early? Besides which, I owe a debt to her grandmother, and I think the least I can do is keep Kressle from losing her head."</b></p>Nidintu grins at Kressle's words. "I'm glad to hear you agree! You'll all become mercenaries, and we won't have to hang you. When we pave the way for the highborn from Brevoy to make this a kingdom like they want, there's sure to be a place for those like us in the guards or some such. I think it'll take some explaining to the others, but I owe your grandmother at least that much."
He glances at Kressle before continuing. "Did she ever tell you about the time she saved my life? It was during...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-15T04:34:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4932023-12-14T04:33:02Z2023-12-14T04:20:40Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Crystal Powers:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d20 ⇒ (16, 10, 9) = 35</span></p>
<p>Nikolay reaches out and places his hand on the crystal without a moment's hesitation. After the blast of energy knocks the group across the room, he slowly picks himself up off the floor. From the wild, omnidirectional nature of his hair, it would seem he has been rather badly electrocuted, but he seems unfazed, a manic grin on his face as he pulls out his formula book and begins making notes. <b>"I am <i>vindicated!</i> The crystal <i>did</i> function through a galvanic field!"</b> He glances up at where Drake seems to be aging backward. <b>"An inverse <i>Lorenzo</i> field, I suspect - using a galvanic <i>current</i> to effect entropic <i>recursion.</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It's been a while - I'm going to assume Nikolay's mutagen has worn off by now.</span></p>
<p>He continues to take notes for a minute or two more, but as his mutagenic compound wears off, he collapses, his pen and notebook clattering to the floor, as his body returns to its normal, rather sickly appearance. He lies on the floor for approximately a minute, his body wracked by coughing fits, before getting to his feet somewhat shakily. <b>"I beg your pardon - it's a side-"</b> The young alchemist's sentence is interrupted by another, somewhat milder coughing fit. <b>"-side effect of the Teratogenesis B compound. When it wears off, the-"</b> Another coughing fit. <b>"-my shearlung returns for a time. I'll be fine."</b> He manages a weak grin. <b>"At least the madness has subsided - I should make more sense now."</b> He glances up at Drake. <b>"For instance, what I said about entropic recursion - I won't bore you with the-"</b> •cough• <b>"-technical details, and they're mostly theoretical anyway, but Drake has temporarily reversed the natural aging process."</b> He glances at Magdali. <b>"I do not know the church's official position, Miss Magdali, but I doubt such a specific, mostly theoretical case would be deemed a blasphemy."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Nikolay will take the electricity resistance increase, bumping his electricity resistance up to 15. Fairly soon, to paraphrase Terry Pratchett, he'll be able to stand on top of a mountain in a rainstorm wearing copper armor and screaming "Gozreh is a wimp" with relative impunity.</span></p>[dice=Crystal Powers]3d20[/dice]
Nikolay reaches out and places his hand on the crystal without a moment's hesitation. After the blast of energy knocks the group across the room, he slowly picks himself up off the floor. From the wild, omnidirectional nature of his hair, it would seem he has been rather badly electrocuted, but he seems unfazed, a manic grin on his face as he pulls out his formula book and begins making notes. "I am vindicated! The crystal did function through a galvanic...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-14T04:20:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=4#1842023-12-13T04:23:55Z2023-12-13T04:16:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>"Fill the hole with water? It will freeze over at least until this weather calms down."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk raises an eyebrow. <b>"But therein lies the problem - any water we could use to fill the hole is already frozen."</b> He glances over at Ai before continuing. <b>"Unless your magic can bring this about?"</b>Yorah wrote:"Fill the hole with water? It will freeze over at least until this weather calms down."
Vhekk raises an eyebrow. "But therein lies the problem - any water we could use to fill the hole is already frozen." He glances over at Ai before continuing. "Unless your magic can bring this about?"Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-13T04:16:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6862023-12-12T04:30:57Z2023-12-12T04:15:02Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Roots wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Sycamore tree to the East seems vague. Like there's only one."</b></blockquote><p>Nidintu raises his eyebrows, glancing over at Roots. <b>"Only one that really <i>matters,</i> sure enough. You can't miss the Old Sycamore - biggest tree for miles, it is. They say it's haunted, or has a mind of its own. We'll want to be wary if we're to venture near it."</b>
<p>Nidintu looks chagrined at Kressle's response. <b>"Excuse me, my friends, but could I speak with Kressle and the other two here for a moment?"</b> Regardless of whether the others leave, after a moment of silence, he addresses the bandit leader somewhat sheepishly. <b>"Look, I'm sorry about the whole 'off with their heads' speech just now. The other elves with me are highborn from Kyonin, and they report back to different highborn in Restov. None of them understand banditry as an Institution like it is here in the Stolen Lands. I do as best I can, but I think they expect all the bluster and threats."</b> The massive warrior shrugs as he lowers himself into a sitting position facing Kressle. <b>"Anyway, I'm no bandit anymore - after that horrible fire at Tanith's Point, I got Religion, I did - but I grew up in these parts, and I remember how banditry used to be, back in your grandmother's day. We robbed rich merchants and pilgrims bound for Mendev, sure enough, but we barely harmed anyone except those who were looking for trouble - so-called 'heroes' and the like - and we provided for the community. There's nothing wrong with the old 'road-fee' and 'bridge-fee' bits - we were the ones who maintained them, after all, so why shouldn't we charge for them? Young Nettles did that, true enough, and nobody's bothered him about it for twenty-nine years! People grumble, they do, but not as much as they do when the Rogarvian tax-men kick down their doors to count how many beans they have in their cellar."</b></p>
<p>The towering tiefling gives an admonishing look to Kressle before continuing. <b>"The Stag Lord doesn't understand, either. Look at how his crew has treated Oleg and Svetlana! Back in the day, I knew every caravan guard on the old Holtaksen Road from dwarven lands - by name, mind you! Besides which, all this bluster about 'ruling these lands' is just that, and it brings down the wrath from Pitax and Brevoy quicker than anything else! That's what we're doing in these parts, after all, and believe me, we're the nicest fellows they sent out. The Restov highborn hired some ex-crusaders from Mendev, they did - you should be glad you didn't cross them! There's another fellow named Tartuccio - little twit, he is - who signed on with all these religious nutters, all talking about 'dust before Groetus' and 'the end of all times' - if <i>they</i> caught you, you'd probably end up disemboweled on an altar somewhere so some 'big cousin' of mine-"</b> At this, he raps on one of his horns for emphasis. <b>"-could hunt down everyone you've ever known. Look, there are many ways to 'not be a bandit' - I'm 'not a bandit' anymore, but I'm quite happy with mercenary work, and I have no problem with you joining us myself, though I'd have to check with the others, of course. I'm sure the highborn can call you all 'royal wardens' or some such once the Stag Lord's dead, but you can't keep murdering people and stealing everything they own! Thrice-<i>tenth,</i> when did protection money stop buying real protection?"</b></p>Roots wrote:"Sycamore tree to the East seems vague. Like there's only one."
Nidintu raises his eyebrows, glancing over at Roots. "Only one that really matters, sure enough. You can't miss the Old Sycamore - biggest tree for miles, it is. They say it's haunted, or has a mind of its own. We'll want to be wary if we're to venture near it." Nidintu looks chagrined at Kressle's response. "Excuse me, my friends, but could I speak with Kressle and the other two here for a moment?" Regardless of...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-12T04:15:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=4#1792023-12-11T22:30:55Z2023-12-11T22:23:18Z<p>Vhekk stands by as the chest is examined - while he's not immediately aware of the exact nature of the danger presented, the half-buried item is a fairly obvious trap. As Lilyana points out the cord attached to the fallen log, Vhekk pulls a leather roll of thieves' tools from a pocket of his cloak, starting towards the trapped chest, but stands back as Lilyana takes matters into her own hands. At Yorah's words, he shrugs. <b>"Perhaps the bandits who set up this trap were pressed for time, and couldn't take the time to do the job right. Perhaps they were worried that they would lose the cache in the snowdrifts if they did not have a marker of some sort."</b> The young tiefling raises his eyebrows. <b>"Then again, perhaps they were just exceedingly stupid. I met a few bandits on the road from Golsifar - among their number, one who could count to ten without using his hands was considered an intellectual."</b> He moves closer and glances over the arrayed gear. <b>"Assuming the highborn lady does not wish them returned, I am sure these could be put to use by guards in Heldren or Demgazi."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>As for the Captain's arms and armor, Vhekk would suggest either putting them in the funeral pyre or taking them back to the surviving guard - he has little use for either non-finesse melee weapons or medium armor. Looking over our group, it would seem that despite our heavy concentration of warrior-types, relatively few can actually do much with traditional fighter gear.</span></p>Vhekk stands by as the chest is examined - while he's not immediately aware of the exact nature of the danger presented, the half-buried item is a fairly obvious trap. As Lilyana points out the cord attached to the fallen log, Vhekk pulls a leather roll of thieves' tools from a pocket of his cloak, starting towards the trapped chest, but stands back as Lilyana takes matters into her own hands. At Yorah's words, he shrugs. "Perhaps the bandits who set up this trap were pressed for time, and...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-11T22:23:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4852023-12-11T04:31:04Z2023-12-11T04:25:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Yes, but what about the rest of us? I am pretty sure that I would not react well to being hit by a lightning bolt. That has to be the real question Ramada...do you think that if we all touch it together, could we safely ground out the crystal without getting fried?"</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay waves a hand dismissively. <b>"No danger, <i>no</i> danger. It should be <i>safer</i> by far than <i>most</i> things I do."</b> The spindly tiefling pauses for a moment, tilting his head to one side as he thinks. <b>"...Perhaps not the most <i>ringing</i> endorsement of safety, but I'm <i>trying</i> to say that the crystal should be <i>quite</i> safe to touch, so long as <i>Drake,</i> the intended user, can <i>monitor</i> us as we work. As for the <i>augmentations,</i> I would not mind a ready source of <i>acid</i> for my <i>experiments,</i> but I understand that others have a more <i>pressing</i> need."</b>Valiard wrote:"Yes, but what about the rest of us? I am pretty sure that I would not react well to being hit by a lightning bolt. That has to be the real question Ramada...do you think that if we all touch it together, could we safely ground out the crystal without getting fried?"
Nikolay waves a hand dismissively. "No danger, no danger. It should be safer by far than most things I do." The spindly tiefling pauses for a moment, tilting his head to one side as he thinks. "...Perhaps not the...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-11T04:25:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2342023-12-11T04:31:04Z2023-12-11T04:25:06Z<p>Apologies - I thought we were still trying to decide on augment crystals. If I were to get one, I'd take the acid one, but it's not strictly necessary - Nikolay's most powerful weapons are his bombs.</p>Apologies - I thought we were still trying to decide on augment crystals. If I were to get one, I'd take the acid one, but it's not strictly necessary - Nikolay's most powerful weapons are his bombs.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-11T04:25:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6832023-12-11T13:04:26Z2023-12-11T03:49:26Z<p>Backed by Carageorn, Nidintu quickly catches up with the fleeing bandit, laying him flat with a fist to the jaw. Without apparent difficulty, he hoists the recumbent bandit over his shoulder and unceremoniously carries him back to the camp like a sack of grain.</p>
<p>At the camp, as the group waits for the bandits to regain consciousness, he examines their ill-gotten gains. Curious, he uncorks a bottle of the liquor and sniffs it before wrinkling his nose in disgust. <b>"This is hog swill, it is! If the Stag Lord drinks this on the regular, he must have guts of steel!"</b></p>
<p>As the prisoners begin to stir, the foul potables are forgotten as Nidintu moves over to the captured bandits. Seeing Kressle in the different light, he narrows his eyes behind his spectacles, tilting his head to the side as he thinks. <b>"You there - Kressle, yes? You're Tianna's son Kavik's girl, aren't you? I knew your grandmother, I did, back when I lived in Mivon. You have her eyes - her jaw, too."</b> He glances down and kicks at one of her hatchets. <b>"Shame about that business on the King's Road, though. Back in the day, there were few I'd rather have by my side when the time comes to crack some skulls. You know, she would have given you an earful if she saw you using one of these little toys in a real combat - and you call yourself a bandit!"</b></p>
<p>The massive tiefling looks back up at the bandit leader. <b>"So, Kressle, daughter of Kavik, son of Tianna, we have much to talk about. Your hand ripped Svetlana's wedding ring from her finger, and your hand will be the one to bear it back to her."</b> He gives a grin like a small armory and hefts his axe menacingly. <b>"You may refuse if you so wish - in that case, your hand will still return the ring, but it will not be attached to your arm. Furthermore, we need information - how many of the old camps flock to the Stag Lord's banner? How many captains can he muster against Restov and its forces?"</b></p>
<p>He begins to pace back and forth in front of the three prisoners, speaking to them as a group. <b>"As for the topic of redemption, all three of you will be set free if you swear an oath on the Six River Freedoms that you will give up this life of banditry. Those too stupid to take this chance will die swiftly and painlessly. These are your two options - there will be no debate."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Trained, Group Coercion - Bandits):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Trained, Kressle):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Spreadsheet updated with new loot! Also, I seem to be rolling unusually well on Intimidate checks - it would seem Nidintu is particularly nightmarish this week.</span></p>Backed by Carageorn, Nidintu quickly catches up with the fleeing bandit, laying him flat with a fist to the jaw. Without apparent difficulty, he hoists the recumbent bandit over his shoulder and unceremoniously carries him back to the camp like a sack of grain.
At the camp, as the group waits for the bandits to regain consciousness, he examines their ill-gotten gains. Curious, he uncorks a bottle of the liquor and sniffs it before wrinkling his nose in disgust. "This is hog swill, it is! If...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-11T03:49:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6782023-12-10T04:21:14Z2023-12-10T03:39:43Z<p>Nidintu's grin vanishes as the bandit continues to flee. <b>"Thrice-<i>tenth,</i> another runner! I overdid it there, I think."</b> He turns and calls back to the rest of the party. <b>"Eskra, Carageorn, Roots, tie up the prisoners before they come around. Find some new pants for Spineless here, while you're at it. Xavin, Halrod, if we flank him, he's as good as ours!"</b></p>
<p>With that, he sets off into the woods after the fleeing bandit. <b>"All you're doing is making more trouble for yourself! Look - I'm not a monster, friend. I'm not going eat you or dismember you or anything of the sort, but you need to come back with us. The Old Forest is a dangerous place, and I doubt its denizens will give you the same assurances. Even if you get away, you'll be long dead before the Stag Lord has the chance to execute you for your incompetence."</b></p>Nidintu's grin vanishes as the bandit continues to flee. "Thrice-tenth, another runner! I overdid it there, I think." He turns and calls back to the rest of the party. "Eskra, Carageorn, Roots, tie up the prisoners before they come around. Find some new pants for Spineless here, while you're at it. Xavin, Halrod, if we flank him, he's as good as ours!"
With that, he sets off into the woods after the fleeing bandit. "All you're doing is making more trouble for yourself! Look - I'm not a...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-10T03:39:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6762023-12-09T04:42:59Z2023-12-09T04:34:48Z<p>Nidintu dashes after the fleeing bandit, ducking through the forest as he chases his cowardly foe. <b>"Hear me a moment, friend."</b> When the bandit turns to look at him, Nidintu gives him a nightmarish grin, displaying his impressive array of knife-like teeth. <b>"You're outnumbered, and I can run faster than you can. Now, I could run you down, knock your brains out, and carry you back to my friends, but you'll save me trouble and save yourself a headache if you surrender now."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23</span></p>Nidintu dashes after the fleeing bandit, ducking through the forest as he chases his cowardly foe. "Hear me a moment, friend." When the bandit turns to look at him, Nidintu gives him a nightmarish grin, displaying his impressive array of knife-like teeth. "You're outnumbered, and I can run faster than you can. Now, I could run you down, knock your brains out, and carry you back to my friends, but you'll save me trouble and save yourself a headache if you surrender now."
[dice=Intimidate...Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-09T04:34:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#922023-12-09T04:32:59Z2023-12-09T04:31:10Z<p>Rilri looks somewhat nonplussed at the rapid and unintelligible stream of Binary, but he bows to Switch before speaking in a formal dialect of Huttese, a common trade language that should still give them a modicum of privacy from any eavesdroppers.</p>
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<p>After a moment, he straightens up and continues in a more informal dialect.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Rilri looks somewhat nonplussed at the rapid and unintelligible stream of Binary, but he bows to Switch before speaking in a formal dialect of Huttese, a common trade language that should still give them a modicum of privacy from any eavesdroppers.
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After a moment, he straightens up and continues in a more informal dialect.
[Spoiler omitted]Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-09T04:31:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=4#1642023-12-08T04:32:00Z2023-12-08T04:31:25Z<p>Vhekk finishes his examination of the corpses and stands, shaking his head. <b>"Likely bandit thugs or woodsmen, but I can't tell anything more about where they could have come from."</b> As the group begins to create a funeral pyre for the dead, Vhekk helps to gather fallen wood and move the twice-dead. He frowns as he sees the dismembered corpse of the captain. <b>"Let's be sure to find all the Captain's fragments, Noemy - if his ashes aren't all scattered to the wind, he'll be the worse off when the Great Loop starts again."</b> After the corpses are set ablaze, he whispers a brief prayer over the burning bodies, wishing them peace in the fullness of the Great Loop.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ai wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I am not a mage, not really, I have simply learned to tap into the elements and pull the matter forth from different planes, in my case water and wood planes. I simply open gates and pull the matter I need from them. It's not magic as most people think of it, more like an art than anything and far more limited than what a mage can accomplish."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk shrugs. <b>"You will forgive me, I hope - I'm no scholar, that I would know the difference. You tell the world how it should be, and it listens - as far as I know, 'mage' is the best word for such people."</b>
<p>When Yorah starts off into the forest, Vhekk grabs his staff and follows. <b>"At the end of this trail should be the blasphemous soul binders who caused these deaths. The faster we move, the shorter they will blight this land."</b></p>Vhekk finishes his examination of the corpses and stands, shaking his head. "Likely bandit thugs or woodsmen, but I can't tell anything more about where they could have come from." As the group begins to create a funeral pyre for the dead, Vhekk helps to gather fallen wood and move the twice-dead. He frowns as he sees the dismembered corpse of the captain. "Let's be sure to find all the Captain's fragments, Noemy - if his ashes aren't all scattered to the wind, he'll be the worse off when the...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-08T04:31:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And Powers GameplayNidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=14#6682023-12-06T04:46:47Z2023-12-06T04:38:42Z<p>Nidintu nods at Roots's statement, striding after the two escaping bandits and swinging the flat of his axe at one's head.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strike (Greataxe, Nonlethal):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (17) + 9 = 26</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d12 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13</span></p>Nidintu nods at Roots's statement, striding after the two escaping bandits and swinging the flat of his axe at one's head.
[dice=Strike (Greataxe, Nonlethal)]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d12+5[/dice]Nidintu-Bel (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-06T04:38:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4772023-12-06T04:46:47Z2023-12-06T04:37:10Z<p>At Drake's request, Nikolay pulls down his goggles to protect his sight, closing his eyes so he is not blinded. As the magic coffer appears, he rummages through it for a moment before extracting a <a href="https://aonprd.com/MagicWondrousDisplay.aspx?FinalName=Apron%20of%20the%20Careful%20Chemist" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">protective leather apron</a> in a style favored by chemists across Ustalav. He peers at a name plate set into a discreet corner of the apron, and his eyes go wide. <b>"This find is of <i>immense</i> historical significance! This very apron was once used by <i>Tavian Nistor,</i> the father of modern medicine, in his experiments - I can only imagine how it ended up <i>here,</i> of all places. This will be <i>quite</i> useful to my work."</b></p>
<p>As Drake speaks, he looks up, a distant, distracted look in his crimson eyes. <b>"Hm? Oh, yes - the <i>apparatus.</i> It appears relatively <i>undamaged</i> - quite remarkable, given its <i>age.</i> Perhaps these <i>hive minds</i> have been performing <i>maintenance</i> on it?"</b> He shrugs. <b>"In <i>any</i> case, it should be <i>safe</i> enough - for <i>Drake</i> at least. I cannot with complete confidence predict how it will <i>react</i> to the rest of us, but the elven culture of this <i>period</i> was notoriously <i>paranoid</i> and <i>insular</i> - their word for <i>human</i> only became distinct from their word for <i>vermin</i> half a century <i>after</i> this crystal was created."</b></p>
<p>He moves closer to the crystal, examining the runes inscribed on its surface. <b>"This <i>crystal</i> is a <i>power source</i> of sorts, and the most <i>efficient</i> way to transfer power is through <i>electricity,</i> which I have spent my life <i>studying.</i> I have relatively little <i>fear</i> that I cannot handle this <i>material.</i>"</b></p>At Drake's request, Nikolay pulls down his goggles to protect his sight, closing his eyes so he is not blinded. As the magic coffer appears, he rummages through it for a moment before extracting a protective leather apron in a style favored by chemists across Ustalav. He peers at a name plate set into a discreet corner of the apron, and his eyes go wide. "This find is of immense historical significance! This very apron was once used by Tavian Nistor, the father of modern medicine, in his...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-06T04:37:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=4#1512023-12-05T04:36:06Z2023-12-05T04:31:48Z<p>When Lilyana dismisses the Ulfen warrior's account of an ice demon, Vhekk shrugs. <b>"Like as not, you're right, but we would be safer for preparation in any case. 'Better to have a parasol in the dry season than to be caught without one in the wet season,' yes?"</b></p>
<p>At Ai's words, Vhekk shudders and rubs his hands together. <b>"Your skill as a battle-mage aside, Ai, the warmth of a good flame would be much appreciated if these ice-witches live in areas such as these."</b></p>
<p>Vhekk looks up at Yorah from where he had been examining the corpses, raising an eyebrow. <b>"The wagon was from that noblewoman's retinue, yes? The survivor said that he locked the twice-dead in there when they attacked - it has no real connection to these Irriseni, and it's unlikely to hold any real information on our foes. As for tracks..."</b> The young man smiles apologetically. <b>"...I will leave such matters to your significantly more competent hands. I'm not a very <i>good</i> hunter, you see."</b></p>
<p>He stops what he is doing as Noemy starts piling wood to "save" the frozen captain. <b>"That's... not quite how it works, little one. If the Captain is dead, he's dead. None save the mightiest figures of legend - which we are not - could bring his soul back from its next life."</b> He shrugs. <b>"Still, we'd have to thaw him for his funeral pyre in any case, so by all means, do what you will."</b></p>When Lilyana dismisses the Ulfen warrior's account of an ice demon, Vhekk shrugs. "Like as not, you're right, but we would be safer for preparation in any case. 'Better to have a parasol in the dry season than to be caught without one in the wet season,' yes?"
At Ai's words, Vhekk shudders and rubs his hands together. "Your skill as a battle-mage aside, Ai, the warmth of a good flame would be much appreciated if these ice-witches live in areas such as these."
Vhekk looks up at Yorah from...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-05T04:31:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4722023-12-05T04:16:05Z2023-12-05T04:13:28Z<p>As Drake explains the situation in greater detail, a sheepish expression comes over Nikolay's face, and he avoids Børak's gaze. <b>"Oh <i>my...</i> I beg your <i>forgiveness.</i> I am afraid that I have a <i>regrettable</i> tendency to extrapolate from <i>incomplete</i> data."</b> When the throne is mentioned, however, the young tiefling scowls and crosses his arms. <b>"I already <i>tried</i> the throne - evidently, the builders of this place did not wish to deal with <i>daemon-get,</i> and all I received for my <i>trouble</i> was threats of physical violence, much like when I spoke with that Iomedaean <i>priest</i> from Mendev."</b> He glances at the massive crystal. <b>"As I said <i>earlier,</i> however, I am an accomplished theoretical <i>arcanist,</i> and I am fluent in Elven. While you <i>experiment</i> with the throne, I can make further <i>observations</i> to ascertain the <i>nature</i> and <i>extent</i> of any damage to the crystal - any <i>irregularities</i> that might impede our work."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (Arcana):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (17) + 12 = 29</span></p>As Drake explains the situation in greater detail, a sheepish expression comes over Nikolay's face, and he avoids Børak's gaze. "Oh my... I beg your forgiveness. I am afraid that I have a regrettable tendency to extrapolate from incomplete data." When the throne is mentioned, however, the young tiefling scowls and crosses his arms. "I already tried the throne - evidently, the builders of this place did not wish to deal with daemon-get, and all I received for my trouble was threats of physical...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-05T04:13:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1422023-12-03T04:21:03Z2023-12-03T04:15:32Z<p>As the zombies fall to the group's concerted attack, Vhekk nods approvingly, grinning. <b>"It is truly an honor to fight alongside you all - I see that I am among skilled warriors indeed. I have little doubt that we are capable of finding the truth behind this crisis."</b> He spares the carriage barely a glance, opting instead to examine the bodies of the zombies. <b>"The carriage likely had little of import to begin with, and the claws of the twice-dead were likely unkind to it. Still, our former foes may prove more forthcoming."</b> He peers at what is left of the zombies' clothes, attempting to discern where the corpses would have come from - unlucky caravan guards, isolated hunters, erstwhile bandits, or the like - in the hopes of getting a general idea of where the necromancer is operating.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15</span></p>
<p>At Lilyana's question, he glances over to where the half-elf stands by the statue. <b>"The survivor said that the ice demon froze the Captain solid, yes? Like as not, that's him there."</b> The horned hunter returns to examining the dead zombies. <b>"We'll make funeral pyres for the dead once we're done here. It is right that warriors should meet their gods with the observance of the proper rituals."</b></p>As the zombies fall to the group's concerted attack, Vhekk nods approvingly, grinning. "It is truly an honor to fight alongside you all - I see that I am among skilled warriors indeed. I have little doubt that we are capable of finding the truth behind this crisis." He spares the carriage barely a glance, opting instead to examine the bodies of the zombies. "The carriage likely had little of import to begin with, and the claws of the twice-dead were likely unkind to it. Still, our former foes...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-03T04:15:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4642023-12-02T04:53:22Z2023-12-02T04:48:55Z<p>As Børak and Drake struggle, Nikolay's eyes remain fixed on the crystal, observing and analyzing. After a moment, he rushes forward again, interposing himself between Drake and the crystal. <b>"Drake, this is <i>madness.</i> The pursuit of power, no matter <i>what</i> the ends, <i>corrupts</i> those who seek it."</b> He reaches into his pocket and pulls out his mutagen vial, examining it with what appears to be a look of regret. <b>"I... I would know. I invented the Teratogenesis B compound to give me <i>strength,</i> to <i>heal</i> my ruined lungs. It cured me, but I <i>lost</i> parts of myself along the way - eventually, I stopped <i>missing</i> what I had lost."</b></p>
<p>He looks back up at Drake, newfound resolve blazing in his blood-red eyes as he points an accusatory finger at the elderly elf. <b>"And what of <i>you,</i> Drake? What will <i>you</i> give up for 'immortality' and 'power overwhelming?' Your hand? Your life? Your <i>son?</i>"</b> The tiefling shakes his head. <b>"If this crystal is so <i>dangerous,</i> it should be <i>destroyed</i> to keep it out of the hands of the wicked. I will <i>help</i> you do this, but I will not <i>stand by</i> as you make the same mistakes I did."</b></p>As Børak and Drake struggle, Nikolay's eyes remain fixed on the crystal, observing and analyzing. After a moment, he rushes forward again, interposing himself between Drake and the crystal. "Drake, this is madness. The pursuit of power, no matter what the ends, corrupts those who seek it." He reaches into his pocket and pulls out his mutagen vial, examining it with what appears to be a look of regret. "I... I would know. I invented the Teratogenesis B compound to give me strength, to heal my...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-02T04:48:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1372023-12-01T12:51:07Z2023-12-01T12:46:45Z<p>Vhekk takes aim at one of the undead flanking Maq'la and fires off a shot from his bow, but seeing the warrior surrounded, he quickly unstrings his weapon and rushes up to her side, attempting to provide what aid he can in melee range.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bow Staff Strike:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 1</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>◆Strike, ◆Interact, ◆Stride</span></p>Vhekk takes aim at one of the undead flanking Maq'la and fires off a shot from his bow, but seeing the warrior surrounded, he quickly unstrings his weapon and rushes up to her side, attempting to provide what aid he can in melee range.
[dice=Bow Staff Strike]1d20+7[/dice]
[dice=Damage]1d6[/dice]
◆Strike, ◆Interact, ◆StrideVhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-12-01T12:46:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1302023-11-29T04:23:10Z2023-11-29T04:15:17Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception (Expert):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9</span></p>
<p>Vhekk seems to falter as the undead burst out of the wagon, and those near him hear the hiss of indrawn breath - it is one thing to know that you face zombies, and quite another to actually see them, dripping with their own rancid bodily fluids and attempting to tear your head off. He quickly raises his bow again, prepared to fire, but his hesitation costs him crucial seconds.</p>[dice=Perception (Expert)]1d20+5[/dice]
Vhekk seems to falter as the undead burst out of the wagon, and those near him hear the hiss of indrawn breath - it is one thing to know that you face zombies, and quite another to actually see them, dripping with their own rancid bodily fluids and attempting to tear your head off. He quickly raises his bow again, prepared to fire, but his hesitation costs him crucial seconds.Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-29T04:15:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=10#4522023-11-29T04:03:10Z2023-11-29T03:49:27Z<p>As the voice echoes through his head, Nikolay leaps to his feet, scowling, and turns to glare at the throne, his voice mocking the inanimate object. <b>"Such a <i>rude</i> automated defense system! 'Don't touch <i>this,</i> Nikolay; don't inject yourself with <i>that,</i> Nikolay; that substance is not safe for human <i>consumption,</i> Nikolay!' You sound like my Ethics Review Committee!"</b></p>
<p>He gives the throne a (probably futile) kick, then turns to the rest of the group. <b>"This structure has a <i>mind</i> of sorts. It seeks a <i>descendant</i> - likely Drake, if I am any <i>judge,</i> though I will not <i>stop</i> anyone else if they wish to try. It <i>threatened</i> me with debilitative <i>violence</i> because I was not the descendant."</b></p>
<p>When he sees Drake approaching the inscribed crystal, however, the throne and its rude guardian are forgotten, and he rushes to the open door, peering in after the elderly elf. <b>"This must be the <i>core</i> Drake talked about. I can read the <i>Elven</i> characters, and I have <i>significant</i> arcane expertise - I will <i>decipher</i> what I can from here."</b> He glares at the threshold. <b>"I dare not <i>enter,</i> as this building does not <i>like</i> me, and I have no wish to be <i>bisected</i> by a surly door."</b> His eyes run over the Elvish inscriptions, trying to decipher their meaning and how they connect to this tower's magic.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (arcana):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19</span></p>As the voice echoes through his head, Nikolay leaps to his feet, scowling, and turns to glare at the throne, his voice mocking the inanimate object. "Such a rude automated defense system! 'Don't touch this, Nikolay; don't inject yourself with that, Nikolay; that substance is not safe for human consumption, Nikolay!' You sound like my Ethics Review Committee!"
He gives the throne a (probably futile) kick, then turns to the rest of the group. "This structure has a mind of sorts. It seeks a...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-29T03:49:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2232023-11-28T16:31:18Z2023-11-28T16:16:54Z<p>Also, for the record, my intent wasn't to actually sit on the throne. When I said "his eyes rest on the throne," I meant he was looking at it, not sitting on it. I'm fine rolling with it, but I am actually in full agreement that sitting on the throne would be A Stupid Idea <span class=tiny>TM</span>.</p>
<p>As for my character's erratic behavior, bear in mind that he is currently in Mutagen Wisdom-Penalty Land. If everyone is okay with saying that 40 minutes have passed, I'd actually like to have him go back to comparative lucidity at some point soon. Likewise, if it becomes annoying at any point, I would be happy to tone it down.</p>Also, for the record, my intent wasn't to actually sit on the throne. When I said "his eyes rest on the throne," I meant he was looking at it, not sitting on it. I'm fine rolling with it, but I am actually in full agreement that sitting on the throne would be A Stupid Idea TM.
As for my character's erratic behavior, bear in mind that he is currently in Mutagen Wisdom-Penalty Land. If everyone is okay with saying that 40 minutes have passed, I'd actually like to have him go back to...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-28T16:16:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1262023-11-28T04:31:01Z2023-11-28T04:23:05Z<p>Vhekk backs away from the carriage, stringing his bow and nocking an arrow in one fluid motion. <b>"It would seem we have a duty to fight, then. Tell me, Maq'la, does your god Khai'dun have any songs about fighting the twice-dead? Any battle-poetry like the Yenchaburian death dervishes? It would be fitting, I think."</b></p>Vhekk backs away from the carriage, stringing his bow and nocking an arrow in one fluid motion. "It would seem we have a duty to fight, then. Tell me, Maq'la, does your god Khai'dun have any songs about fighting the twice-dead? Any battle-poetry like the Yenchaburian death dervishes? It would be fitting, I think."Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-28T04:23:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=9#4452023-11-28T04:21:01Z2023-11-28T04:17:39Z<p>Nikolay, noticing his friends' successful navigation of the room, follows, gliding through the shadows at the infestation's edge as he nears the door in the opposite wall. Inside the trapped room, his lambent red eyes sweep the ancient carvings, taking in the chronicles of kings and heroes etched into the walls of the room, before resting on the dusty throne. <b>"I recall a <i>tale</i> my mother told. A tale of a <i>king</i> with a noqual <i>crown.</i> He <i>vanished</i> eons ago, but they say his <i>daughter</i> heard the whispers every time she sat on her throne, <i>accusing</i> her of what she had done."</b></p>
<p>After a moment, he begins to hum to himself, a strange tune with a few snippets of eerie verse mixed in, his eyes staring into space as he awaits the arrival of his other two allies.</p>
<p><b><i>"...Along the shore the cloud waves break, The twin suns sink beneath the lake..."</i></b></p>
<p><b><i>"...Song of my soul, my voice is dead; Die thou, unsung, as tears unshed..."</i></b></p>Nikolay, noticing his friends' successful navigation of the room, follows, gliding through the shadows at the infestation's edge as he nears the door in the opposite wall. Inside the trapped room, his lambent red eyes sweep the ancient carvings, taking in the chronicles of kings and heroes etched into the walls of the room, before resting on the dusty throne. "I recall a tale my mother told. A tale of a king with a noqual crown. He vanished eons ago, but they say his daughter heard the...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-28T04:17:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1182023-11-27T03:41:03Z2023-11-27T03:30:22Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Traveling:</span>
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On the road to the ambuscade, Vhekk stays close to the front of the group, casting wary glances towards the frigid forest as his teeth chatter in the cold air. At Lilyana's words, he nods. <b>"I believe I will be able to do what is needed when the time comes to fight, though I confess I am no warrior like Maq'la."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Boreal Ambuscade:</span>
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As the group approaches the site of the ambush, Vhekk slows his pace, his talons tightening around the grip of his staff. <b>"Foul creatures have been here, and fell deeds performed. I barely recognize the forest anymore - it's been twisted, perverted by whatever interloper lies at the heart of this storm."</b> He nods towards the ice statue and the corpses that surround it. <b>"I take it the Captain perished there?</b> As the group approaches the carriage, he readies his staff, approaching with the weapon held in a defensive stance. <b>"The survivor reported zombies among the bandits' ranks, did he not? Let us put their souls to rest, and then we may seek vengeance on those who would desecrate the dead in such a way."</b></p>Traveling:
On the road to the ambuscade, Vhekk stays close to the front of the group, casting wary glances towards the frigid forest as his teeth chatter in the cold air. At Lilyana's words, he nods. "I believe I will be able to do what is needed when the time comes to fight, though I confess I am no warrior like Maq'la."
Boreal Ambuscade:
As the group approaches the site of the ambush, Vhekk slows his pace, his talons tightening around the grip of his staff. "Foul creatures have been here,...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-27T03:30:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=9#4342023-11-25T14:41:03Z2023-11-25T14:31:42Z<p>Nikolay watches intently as Valiard enters the room, but at Lectrum's words, he scoffs. <b>"No such thing as <i>madness.</i> So-called 'sanity' is like <i>light</i> - the brighter it is, the more things are <i>obscured.</i> Only when it is <i>gone</i> do we see the world as it <i>truly</i> is."</b> He moves over to where Lectrum is chopping at the moss and begins hacking away with his own aspergillum. <b>"I <i>hypothesize</i> that this substance will prove <i>resistant</i> to strikes meant to <i>crush</i> and <i>perforate,</i> but the introduction of <i>acid</i> may serve as a <i>retardant</i> to its spread."</b> As he strikes, pistons within his weapon whir, expelling small amounts of acid from the holes that dapple the mace-like tool.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Aspergillum Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 2</span><span class=messageboard-ooc> bludgeoning, 1 acid</span></p>Nikolay watches intently as Valiard enters the room, but at Lectrum's words, he scoffs. "No such thing as madness. So-called 'sanity' is like light - the brighter it is, the more things are obscured. Only when it is gone do we see the world as it truly is." He moves over to where Lectrum is chopping at the moss and begins hacking away with his own aspergillum. "I hypothesize that this substance will prove resistant to strikes meant to crush and perforate, but the introduction of acid may...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-25T14:31:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2172023-11-25T14:41:03Z2023-11-25T14:30:41Z<p>Sincerest apologies for the lack of posting - I was the host this Thanksgiving, so I had a lot to take care of. As for Thanksgiving dishes, my favorite has to be the spicy bulgogi with fried rice that my parents always make. They always use purple rice to cook it, and it tastes like nothing else - it's one of the biggest highlights of Thanksgiving, for me.</p>
<p>Børak, if you're a fan of sweet potatoes, have you ever tried japchae? My family eats it every Thanksgiving. It's made using glass noodles, which themselves are made from sweet potato starch, and it's delicious. How easy it is to find depends on the area where you are, but most Korean restaurants serve it - it's a popular dish for special occasions.</p>Sincerest apologies for the lack of posting - I was the host this Thanksgiving, so I had a lot to take care of. As for Thanksgiving dishes, my favorite has to be the spicy bulgogi with fried rice that my parents always make. They always use purple rice to cook it, and it tastes like nothing else - it's one of the biggest highlights of Thanksgiving, for me.
Børak, if you're a fan of sweet potatoes, have you ever tried japchae? My family eats it every Thanksgiving. It's made using glass...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-25T14:30:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1112023-11-24T02:31:16Z2023-11-24T02:05:03Z<p>As the rest of the group makes ready, Vhekk buckles on his new, heavier coat and does what he can with the laces of his sturdier boots, trying to ward off the biting chill. At Ai's words, he nods. <b>"I have few arrangements to make in town - I have just returned from a hunting trip, in fact, so to set out again is a simple matter of not unpacking my equipment. Nevertheless, I understand that many have more... <i>permanent</i> ties to this town, and I will gladly help you make whatever preparations you need."</b> Now appropriately insulated, he picks up his staff and his ghironda from where they sit by the door and walks out into the town square. <b>"Lead the way, Ai, and once you are done, I will take you to where the ambush took place. It's a ways south, on the road to Demgazi. Bandits often use the wood to mask their approach, so caution would be prudent in that area, even without the presence of the frost-souled fey."</b></p>As the rest of the group makes ready, Vhekk buckles on his new, heavier coat and does what he can with the laces of his sturdier boots, trying to ward off the biting chill. At Ai's words, he nods. "I have few arrangements to make in town - I have just returned from a hunting trip, in fact, so to set out again is a simple matter of not unpacking my equipment. Nevertheless, I understand that many have more... permanent ties to this town, and I will gladly help you make whatever preparations you...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-24T02:05:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=3#1052023-11-22T03:49:08Z2023-11-22T03:48:32Z<p>Vhekk nods. <b>"I have no family to speak of in this town, but I am waiting for... someone important to me here."</b> At Yorah's words, he nods and follows the rest of the group into the general store. <b>"Regardless, I am not at all used to the temperatures this far north - I almost froze to death just a few weeks ago, or at least that's how it felt, and I would not like experience the current climate without preparation."</b></p>
<p>Once inside, he reaches into his pocket, and produces his coin purse, pulling out a handful of silver pieces and proffering them to the shopkeeper. <b>"I would like to purchase some winter clothing, please. Also..."</b> He takes a piece of paper and a pen, writing a brief note on it in the flowing Kelish script. <b>"If a Qadiran girl named Amestri finds her way here, could you give this to her?"</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Will also be purchasing winter clothes.</span></p>Vhekk nods. "I have no family to speak of in this town, but I am waiting for... someone important to me here." At Yorah's words, he nods and follows the rest of the group into the general store. "Regardless, I am not at all used to the temperatures this far north - I almost froze to death just a few weeks ago, or at least that's how it felt, and I would not like experience the current climate without preparation."
Once inside, he reaches into his pocket, and produces his coin purse, pulling...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-22T03:48:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#952023-11-21T03:48:54Z2023-11-21T03:35:47Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Maq'la wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Speaking of which, if any of you know where this happened, lead on. Maq'la, daughter of Ulkh will be right behind you."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk nods. <b>"I believe I know the location he speaks of - it's some distance to the south, so we should set out soon."</b> He glances around the group. <b>"This is something that affects all of us, and more importantly, people need our help. You all seem to be capable, good-hearted people, and I am honored to fight alongside you - I assure you that Vhekk al-Atarshamayyin Vahdat Adalan Sedeq will know no rest until this crisis is resolved."</b>Maq'la wrote:"Speaking of which, if any of you know where this happened, lead on. Maq'la, daughter of Ulkh will be right behind you."
Vhekk nods. "I believe I know the location he speaks of - it's some distance to the south, so we should set out soon." He glances around the group. "This is something that affects all of us, and more importantly, people need our help. You all seem to be capable, good-hearted people, and I am honored to fight alongside you - I assure you that Vhekk...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-21T03:35:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=9#4142023-11-20T03:31:03Z2023-11-20T03:24:37Z<p>Nikolay gives another mad grin as Magdali's healing aura washes over him, glancing down at his shoulder and watching as the puncture wound heals over and the acid from the insects' spikes drains out. <b>"My <i>thanks,</i> lamplighter. Entropic recursion <i>delays</i> our demise but does not <i>avert</i> it. Too many <i>eyes</i> for that - we would see things, and things would see <i>us.</i>"</b></p>
<p>As Valiard expounds his plan, the tiefling shakes his head. <b>"A direct attack is <i>counterindicated</i> by empirical data. What was will be, and I can see it in my mind's eye - you, Børak, dead with a <i>spike</i> through your eye; you, Lectrum, torn to <i>shreds</i> by a thousand claws."</b> As he names each of his party members, he points a spindly finger at each of them. <b>"However, if we wish to strike from a place of <i>safety,</i> we may succeed."</b></p>
<p>The young alchemist seems to consider something for a moment. <b>"If we wish to <i>seal</i> the entrance, I can craft adhesive and <i>laminate</i> its exterior. It will take <i>time,</i> and I will need <i>ingredients...</i>"</b> His eyes dart around the room, coming to rest on Visayn as he extends his finger to point at the young sylph. <b>"...I can work with the <i>tendons</i> of his arm. Or the <i>reagents</i> in my bag. His arm would be <i>better.</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I think attacking at range would be the best option. It would take about a day to craft alchemical glue for the door, but once it's applied, the door would not budge - still, probably not a good solution. Also, I'm not seriously suggesting we cut off Visayn's arm for raw materials.</span></p>Nikolay gives another mad grin as Magdali's healing aura washes over him, glancing down at his shoulder and watching as the puncture wound heals over and the acid from the insects' spikes drains out. "My thanks, lamplighter. Entropic recursion delays our demise but does not avert it. Too many eyes for that - we would see things, and things would see us."
As Valiard expounds his plan, the tiefling shakes his head. "A direct attack is counterindicated by empirical data. What was will be, and I...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-20T03:24:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=5#2102023-11-19T11:01:10Z2023-11-19T10:58:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lectrum wrote:</div><blockquote>Does anyone have additional healing? Or we can wait. I have a regeneration aura.</blockquote><p>I think our primary source of healing is going to be Magdali's <i>channel energy,</i> but I also have the <i>healing bombs</i> discovery, so if we can get into a group, I can use the splash damage to give our less-damaged party members additional healing.Lectrum wrote:Does anyone have additional healing? Or we can wait. I have a regeneration aura.
I think our primary source of healing is going to be Magdali's channel energy, but I also have the healing bombs discovery, so if we can get into a group, I can use the splash damage to give our less-damaged party members additional healing.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-19T10:58:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=9#4072023-11-18T04:55:03Z2023-11-18T04:45:01Z<p>Nikolay glances around at the instructions from Magdali and Valiard, nodding as he moves towards the doorway and throws another explosive to cover the group's retreat. <b>"The <i>lamplighter</i> speaks the truth. So many sparks - <i>windows</i> into another world - but if you <i>remain</i> in a thunderstorm, you will be <i>enlightened.</i> We must <i>curate</i> the spark elsewhere, but <i>time</i> is like a <i>loop,</i> never ending but not always <i>completed.</i>"</b><span class=messageboard-ooc>•</span> Something about his mutagenic chemicals appears to have eroded what pretense of sanity he had left, and the young alchemist is almost completely incoherent. He leaps back towards the door, stopping and bowing to the insects before he leaves. <b>"We will <i>return</i> with excess <i>magnesium,</i> misplaced <i>candles.</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Acrobatics:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Bomb (Blue):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d6 + 5 ⇒ (4, 1) + 5 = 10</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>7 splash fire damage to insects in adjacent squares - I think only White.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>• - Translation: There are too many foes, and the party should retreat. Like Arnold Schwarzenegger, we'll be back.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Unfortunately, with the difficult terrain, I can't make it all the way back this round. Still, currently in retreat.</span></p>Nikolay glances around at the instructions from Magdali and Valiard, nodding as he moves towards the doorway and throws another explosive to cover the group's retreat. "The lamplighter speaks the truth. So many sparks - windows into another world - but if you remain in a thunderstorm, you will be enlightened. We must curate the spark elsewhere, but time is like a loop, never ending but not always completed."* Something about his mutagenic chemicals appears to have eroded what pretense of...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-18T04:45:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#872023-11-17T04:11:11Z2023-11-17T04:07:35Z<p>Vhekk scowls as Noemy discusses the depredations of the winter witches. <b>"I have never met one, but I have heard the stories. The Erutaki of the Crown of the World say that they come up from the south, leaving destruction in their wake - that they slaughter entire tribes, stealing away children to eat.</b> The young Qadiran shudders, drawing his cloak around himself to keep warm in the chilly air. <b>"They say that where the winter witches walk, the snow never melts, and that cruel winds blow from the land where they make their home. I knew enough who thought like they did in Sedeq - they feel that because they have power, they can do what they wish to who they wish. It is a cruel philosophy, and one I feel the world would be better without."</b> He shrugs. <b>"I'm sure not everyone from Irrisen is evil, but becoming part of such a cruel group requires more than being born in the wrong place - it takes a willingness to do horrible things."</b></p>Vhekk scowls as Noemy discusses the depredations of the winter witches. "I have never met one, but I have heard the stories. The Erutaki of the Crown of the World say that they come up from the south, leaving destruction in their wake - that they slaughter entire tribes, stealing away children to eat. The young Qadiran shudders, drawing his cloak around himself to keep warm in the chilly air. "They say that where the winter witches walk, the snow never melts, and that cruel winds blow from...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-17T04:07:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#812023-11-15T04:45:18Z2023-11-15T04:26:22Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Maq'la wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I'm sure I can count on Noemy to join me in this. What of the rest of you? I know little of 'winter-touched' or witchcraft, but I'm eager to test my Aq'lakh against these wicked fey and this ice demon. And if we can rescue Lady Argentea, perhaps we will get not only glory in doing good, but also a reward, eh? Will you join me?"</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk nods. <b>"I will gladly fight alongside you, daughter of Ulkh. This foe threatens Heldren, and I confess I've grown rather fond of it - in any case, I could not with a clear conscience abandon those who need me."</b> As the Ulfen warrior describes the habits of the winter-touched and the witch who likely commands them, he scowls. <b>"I do not know of the ways of the witches of Irrisen, but if what you say is true, it sounds as though these winter-touched are slaves to the will of this mage."</b> He begins to spin his staff in his agitation, careful not to damage any of the bottles within the shop. <b>"I have no use for slavers or those who work in dark magics, and I swear to you that I will not rest until she is dead and your friends avenged."</b>
<p>The tiefling turns to the injured warrior. <b>"If we recover your friends' bodies in our search, how should we act? I am afraid I do not know the funeral traditions, but it is right that the dead should be buried or burned as is customary."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>GM, did my Forest Lore roll allow me to determine where this attack took place so we can begin searching?</span></p>Maq'la wrote:"I'm sure I can count on Noemy to join me in this. What of the rest of you? I know little of 'winter-touched' or witchcraft, but I'm eager to test my Aq'lakh against these wicked fey and this ice demon. And if we can rescue Lady Argentea, perhaps we will get not only glory in doing good, but also a reward, eh? Will you join me?"
Vhekk nods. "I will gladly fight alongside you, daughter of Ulkh. This foe threatens Heldren, and I confess I've grown rather fond of it - in any case,...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-15T04:26:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#732023-11-14T04:45:16Z2023-11-14T04:36:15Z<p>At Ai's words, Vhekk raises an eyebrow. <b>"That I recognize as the Tien trade tongue, but as I said, I can't speak a word of it. My apologies."</b></p>
<p>At the apothecary, Vhekk takes his boots off at the entry mat before continuing into the building. As the door opens, he scowls and claps his obsidian hands to his ears at the ringing of the bell, muttering a particularly foul invective in Kelish and glowering at the offending instrument as he reaches up to still its clapper. Inside, the shelves upon shelves of unfamiliar bottles and vials thoroughly intimidate him, and he keeps a firm hold on his staff to prevent it from knocking any of the glass containers off the shelves. As the apothecary pulls back the curtain, he shrugs helplessly. <b>"I'm sorry - I have no skill in the healing arts. I can't help you."</b></p>
<p>When the Ulfen man begins speaking, however, he approaches, keeping back from the healers so as not to interfere with their work. <b>"Winter-touched creatures - fighting alongside the bandits? Where did this take place? The forest is large, and a little information would do much to help us find your employer."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Forest Lore:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22</span></p>At Ai's words, Vhekk raises an eyebrow. "That I recognize as the Tien trade tongue, but as I said, I can't speak a word of it. My apologies."
At the apothecary, Vhekk takes his boots off at the entry mat before continuing into the building. As the door opens, he scowls and claps his obsidian hands to his ears at the ringing of the bell, muttering a particularly foul invective in Kelish and glowering at the offending instrument as he reaches up to still its clapper. Inside, the shelves upon...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-14T04:36:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=8#3972023-11-14T04:23:50Z2023-11-14T04:07:49Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Valiard wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Get back through the door! You are going to get surrounded and slaughtered!"</b></blockquote><p>Nikolay glances back at Valiard. <b>"My sincerest apologies, my friend, but I can't leave my allies to die."</b> He smiles as he turns his attention back to the remaining insects. <b>"Besides, I think these creatures will have a <i>much</i> harder time surrounding me than they expect."</b>
<p>He pulls from his pouch another vial, one covered in warning labels in half a dozen languages, before downing its sickly green contents in one mouthful. As the mixture takes effect, his already spindly limbs seem to grow even longer, further increasing the young alchemist's resemblance to an immense, uncanny spider. He bounds into the fray alongside Lectrum, black tears carving a path down his face and around a mouth locked in a nightmarish grin, and he giggles manically as he menaces a pair of the shooting insects with his aspergillum.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Drinking mutagen. Dexterity and AC are both 24 for the next 40 minutes, and battle aspergillum AOOs resolve at a total modifier of +11. However, Wisdom is at 8, and Will is +0. I thought that, given the difficulty these insects are giving us, it might be time to get "Edward Hyde" on them.</span></p>Valiard wrote:"Get back through the door! You are going to get surrounded and slaughtered!"
Nikolay glances back at Valiard. "My sincerest apologies, my friend, but I can't leave my allies to die." He smiles as he turns his attention back to the remaining insects. "Besides, I think these creatures will have a much harder time surrounding me than they expect." He pulls from his pouch another vial, one covered in warning labels in half a dozen languages, before downing its sickly green...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-14T04:07:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#632023-11-13T04:20:33Z2023-11-13T04:12:24Z<p>Vhekk nods at Noemy's words. <b>"Indeed - I think we should visit the apothecary first, then use the information we learn from this injured guard to determine where to go next."</b></p>
<p>The young hunter raises his eyebrows at the verbal exchange between Ai and Lilyana, surprised that the two have had similar enough experiences to share an unusual language. <b>"A senile... bat, you say? Like the flying mouse creatures? I confess that I do not speak this 'Rukh-si' language - it's nothing like Kelish, or I could understand you, and while I don't speak the Tien trade tongue, I've heard it, and your speech is entirely different."</b> He glances between the two incredulously as they continue to speak. <b>"You sound happy, my friends. Are you long-lost sisters? <i>What in the name of the Great Loop are you saying?</i>"</b></p>Vhekk nods at Noemy's words. "Indeed - I think we should visit the apothecary first, then use the information we learn from this injured guard to determine where to go next."
The young hunter raises his eyebrows at the verbal exchange between Ai and Lilyana, surprised that the two have had similar enough experiences to share an unusual language. "A senile... bat, you say? Like the flying mouse creatures? I confess that I do not speak this 'Rukh-si' language - it's nothing like Kelish, or I...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-13T04:12:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=4#1972023-11-11T10:11:17Z2023-11-11T10:03:44Z<p>Lectrum, if you need it, Nikolay did give you that infused extract. Drinking it would be a standard action and restore 1d8+4 HP - not much, but it might be enough to keep you going and negate a good deal of that hit.</p>Lectrum, if you need it, Nikolay did give you that infused extract. Drinking it would be a standard action and restore 1d8+4 HP - not much, but it might be enough to keep you going and negate a good deal of that hit.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-11T10:03:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay&page=2#572023-11-10T04:52:57Z2023-11-10T04:47:00Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Silver Stoat</b></span></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Maq'la wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"To train in secret to be able to fight with your clan's weapon, while slavers work to keep you docile? You bring honor to your clan, and I truly hope we do get the chance to test our mettle together."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk grins. <b>"My thanks, daughter of Ulkh. I hope for much the same - you are clearly a skilled warrior, and I have no doubt your prowess is a beacon of guidance for the lost."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I don't speak Taldane nearly as much as I would like. It's a word-by-word translation from... something else. It means you get you do honest work and get your hands dirty and back sweaty. Kind of. The point is, you don't count on others to do what you can."</b></blockquote><p>The young man nods in understanding. <b>"Such phrases rarely preserve their meaning between tongues. The Qadiran equivalent of such a sentiment is an insult, stating that one of importance does work beneath her station, work that is reserved for her lessers."</b> He contemplates for a moment. <b>"I like your version better, I think. It is no shame to not rely on others - in fact, if anything, the shame comes from those who cannot care for themselves."</b>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Town Hall</b></span></p>
<p>At the words in the unfamiliar tongue from Lilyana, Vhekk glances at his new friend but says nothing, curious about the strange language so unlike any other he has heard of. As Gertruud speaks, his smile remains as friendly as ever, but he sighs internally at the elderly clerk's lackadaisical attitude. <i>...And now I remember the </i>other<i> reason I rarely come here...</i> His mind goes back to when he first tried to get permission to hunt in the Border Wood - the hours of miscommunication between the increasingly senile old woman and the hunter unfamiliar with the language, the growing frustration of both parties as the day dragged on, the <i>horrible</i> noise of those <i>damned</i> bells... He sighs, resigning himself to another long and unproductive argument, but his ears do catch the mention of the 'Willowbrook Apothecary.' <b>"The Willowbark Apothecary, you mean? The healer there helped me recover when I caught the sickness last year - I can think of no better place for this injured guard to be taken."</b> He pauses for a moment, listening as Gertruud continues. <b>"As for Findoll, it is a strange coincidence that this stag should show up at the same time as the snows come to this village during the warm season, yes? All we wish to do is ensure no harm comes to him - after all, it would not be right to leave little Gand without a father if we could do something to help Findoll."</b></p>Silver Stoat
Maq'la wrote:"To train in secret to be able to fight with your clan's weapon, while slavers work to keep you docile? You bring honor to your clan, and I truly hope we do get the chance to test our mettle together."
Vhekk grins. "My thanks, daughter of Ulkh. I hope for much the same - you are clearly a skilled warrior, and I have no doubt your prowess is a beacon of guidance for the lost." Yorah wrote:"I don't speak Taldane nearly as much as I would like. It's a word-by-word...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-10T04:47:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=8#3852023-11-10T04:12:57Z2023-11-10T04:01:48Z<p>Nikolay charges in after Visayn and Lectrum. <b>"Wait a moment, friends! I'll help you!"</b> As he spots the impressive array of insects, he hesitates for only a moment before he pulls another explosive from his pouch and throws it, arcing over Lectrum's shoulder to detonate in the middle of the horde of insects spilling out of the wall. <b>"Pharasma stoke your pyre, you revolting arthropods!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Bomb (Gray Zergling 2):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d6 + 5 ⇒ (4, 4) + 5 = 13</span><span class=messageboard-ooc>, 7 splash damage to creatures in adjacent squares (Orange 2, Pink, Green, Red 2)</span></p>Nikolay charges in after Visayn and Lectrum. "Wait a moment, friends! I'll help you!" As he spots the impressive array of insects, he hesitates for only a moment before he pulls another explosive from his pouch and throws it, arcing over Lectrum's shoulder to detonate in the middle of the horde of insects spilling out of the wall. "Pharasma stoke your pyre, you revolting arthropods!"
[dice=Alchemist's Bomb (Gray Zergling 2)]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Damage]2d6+5[/dice], 7 splash damage to...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-10T04:01:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#812023-11-10T03:42:57Z2023-11-10T03:36:18Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Earlier:</span></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Gotal of Umbara wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Rilri, I do not mean to impose but do you think you could look at this blaster shot I took and assist?"</b></blockquote><p>Rilri looks concerned. <b>"...If you're sure, Master Jedi - as I said, I am an anesthesiologist by training, but I will try to aid you in what way I can."</b> The Rodian pulls out his medical tools and examines Gotal's blaster wound, numbing the area with injections of a local anesthetic before applying microinjections of bacta to speed the healing process where it is most needed and stitching closed the edges of the wound.
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Treat Injury:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14</span> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Unfortunately, the DC was 15.</span></p>
<p>After a moment, he pulls back, shaking his head. <b>"I fear my tools are several decades behind modern weapons technology - I can't treat a blaster shot at the frequency those thugs were using. I can ease your pain, but I'm afraid I can't do much more without access to a proper medical facility."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Deep Storage Bay V14:</span></p>
<p>Rilri glances between the two Jedi, incredulous. <b><span class=tiny>"With respect, esteemed Jedi, is this wise? These guards are probably in the employ of Switch, who we are to do business with - I see no real reason why we must use trickery. Surely, we can explain to them that we are acting as the Senator's representatives in this matter?"</span></b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sincerest apologies for my lack of posting - I didn't get any notifications that there were new posts in this campaign.</span></p>Earlier:
Gotal of Umbara wrote:"Rilri, I do not mean to impose but do you think you could look at this blaster shot I took and assist?"
Rilri looks concerned. "...If you're sure, Master Jedi - as I said, I am an anesthesiologist by training, but I will try to aid you in what way I can." The Rodian pulls out his medical tools and examines Gotal's blaster wound, numbing the area with injections of a local anesthetic before applying microinjections of bacta to speed the healing process where...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-10T03:36:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E Discussion: Bitter Cold Truths ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/discussion#292023-11-10T04:26:29Z2023-11-10T01:15:09Z<p>American English is my first language, but I'm also more or less fluent in Korean (no formal classes, however), and I have taken enough Spanish courses to struggle through a conversation. Assyriology is my hobby, so I can translate to and from Akkadian and some Sumerian, but it almost never comes up, as neither has had a native speaker for close to two and a half millennia. The language list in the WotR campaign linked is quite extensive, but it would seem that we're likely to be using actual Russian in this campaign, so if we do something similar, we'd have to find an alternative Abyssal script. I myself like to use Akkadian for Abyssal, as it has a primordial sound (after all, it's one of the oldest languages, and it influenced the development of dozens of later European, North African, and West Asian languages), and it's an obscure dead language with no close relatives, avoiding a lot of the ethical issues of choosing a real-world language as the language of ultimate evil.</p>
<p><a href="http://assyrianlanguages.org/akkadian/index_en.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The <i>Association Assyrophile de France</i> has a rather good Romanized Akkadian to English dictionary online, if anyone's interested.</a></p>American English is my first language, but I'm also more or less fluent in Korean (no formal classes, however), and I have taken enough Spanish courses to struggle through a conversation. Assyriology is my hobby, so I can translate to and from Akkadian and some Sumerian, but it almost never comes up, as neither has had a native speaker for close to two and a half millennia. The language list in the WotR campaign linked is quite extensive, but it would seem that we're likely to be using actual...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-10T01:15:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay#492023-11-09T04:34:15Z2023-11-09T04:33:57Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"'Blood of the spirits?' I'm... unsure what you mean by that, I'm not someone with extraplanar origins, if that's what you're asking. I'm an Aiuvarin— I believe that was the word I came across for people like me... My mother was a human, and my father was an elf. No interference from outer planes or spirits as far as I know."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk tilts his head to one side, considering for a moment before nodding. <b>"I have heard of the Aiuvarin, but they are rare in Qadira. More common are those with the blood of the genii, spirits of the elements. Sulijann like my friend Amestri look human, like you do, but the tales say that they can live a thousand years. Still, I hope you will forgive my mistake."</b>
<p>As the group enters the town hall, Vhekk looks up at the massive bell tower, scowling. <b>"We should still have some time, my friends, but I would like to be away from here before the hour is struck - after all, we have many things that we must do, and I confess that I could never stand the horrible noise of those bells."</b> At Gertruud's words, he looks at the elderly clerk. <b>"We were searching for a few pieces of information - I rarely visit here, so I do not know the procedures for learning what we need, but I was hoping you could help us. We were trying to speak with the Ulfen noble's guard brought in the other day, as we were concerned that the forest's bandits would be so bold as to attack a noble's caravan. Additionally, Yorah here was seeking a map to Wishbone Creek, if you have any."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Quick note: As currently written, Vhekk is div-spawn, which, while there aren't any rules for in PF2E, was associated with irrational hatreds towards and/or phobias of common things (such as the scent of flowers or the color red) in the 1E lore. I happened to choose the sound of ringing bells, hence his strange behavior.</span></p>Lilyana wrote:"'Blood of the spirits?' I'm... unsure what you mean by that, I'm not someone with extraplanar origins, if that's what you're asking. I'm an Aiuvarin-- I believe that was the word I came across for people like me... My mother was a human, and my father was an elf. No interference from outer planes or spirits as far as I know."
Vhekk tilts his head to one side, considering for a moment before nodding. "I have heard of the Aiuvarin, but they are rare in Qadira. More common are...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-09T04:33:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay#442023-11-08T23:20:58Z2023-11-08T04:05:08Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Maq'la wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"It’s an Aq'lakh; the finest weapon there is, in the hands of a skilled warrior. And yes, good eye. Hickory, carved for me by my aunt Jakha. Check out the balance. I don’t think I’ve seen something like what you’ve got there, but I look forward to seeing it in action, if we have the opportunity."</b></blockquote><p>The taloned hunter stands, slings his ghironda over his shoulder, and takes the staff when Maq'la hands it to him, turning it over and over in his claws. <b>"An Aq'lakh, you say? It's certainly heavier than what I'm used to, though the balance is good. Quite a bit more heft than my own staff - if I used this, I don't know that I could do much except knock chips out of my horns. Still, it's a fine weapon - your aunt Jakha was a skilled woodwright, and you yourself must be a great warrior to wield such objects."</b> He hands the orc warrior back her staff and picks up his own weapon, a shorter length of ash capped with iron ferrules at both ends. <b>"This one is much smaller and lighter, but it's a potent weapon nonetheless. Staves crafted in this manner are key to one of the fighting styles of my people, the Tzorehiyi - that's the human half, not the fiend half. I was not supposed to know how to use weapons in Sedeq, so I practiced in secret with a broom handle I found, then when I got to Taldor, I saved up for a year until I could buy a fine staff with the same weighting. It's different than yours, but - what was the phrase you used? 'Different strokes for different folks?'"</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"We can do our own wet work in this. I mean, I assume as much. We can find this Ulfen, and see what they have to say on the matter. Also, we can check with the local great hall for the location of Wishbone Creek. Either of those work for me, and both are probably more productive than sitting and waiting for... someone or something. You want something done, you do it."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk furrows his brow and frowns at Yorah's words. <b>"'Wet-work?' I am unfamiliar with the phrase, but if you are referring to the creek, I do not believe that we will actually be wading in it. Still, I agree - now that we have information, we can act with purpose. I apologize if my words were hasty, but had we not stopped at this tavern, we would not have known these things. I myself think that we had best visit the town hall while we are here - just as it would be folly to act without foreknowledge, so too would it be unwise to squander the opportunity before us."</b> He glances at Yorah. <b>"I ask that you not mistake my caution, with cause or without, for callousness. I care deeply for this town and its people, and I do not wish that any should come to harm. While I do not know this 'Lady Argentea,' I still think we should come to her aid - whether you call it honor, duty, or basic decency, we cannot stand by."</b>
<p>The young man grips his staff and nods towards the door. <b>"Should we set out, then? It would seem there is work that must be done."</b> As the group walks to their next destination, he clears his throat before speaking. <b>"Excuse me, Lily? If you do not mind me asking, do you happen to have the blood of the spirits? I ask because you mentioned that you had left Heldren thirty years ago, but you do not <i>appear</i> much older than Ai and me, and thirty years ago would have been well before we drew breath."</b> He shrugs. <b>"If you don't wish to answer, you don't have to - it doesn't truly matter. We are all people, all worthy of respect. Some people can bend water to their will, some are made of cloth and stand a foot tall, and some have claws and three hearts - it makes no difference."</b></p>Maq'la wrote:"It’s an Aq'lakh; the finest weapon there is, in the hands of a skilled warrior. And yes, good eye. Hickory, carved for me by my aunt Jakha. Check out the balance. I don’t think I’ve seen something like what you’ve got there, but I look forward to seeing it in action, if we have the opportunity."
The taloned hunter stands, slings his ghironda over his shoulder, and takes the staff when Maq'la hands it to him, turning it over and over in his claws. "An Aq'lakh, you say? It's...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-08T04:05:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=8#3772023-11-07T03:11:08Z2023-11-07T03:05:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If his original target was dead, he would throw it at the next zergling. Sincerest apologies for the delay in posting.</span></p>
<p><b>Round 2</b></p>
<p>Rather than drawing the components of another bomb, Nikolay pulls out a vial of sickly green liquid and hands it to Lectrum. <b>"Here - I think you'll need this. It's an emergency short-term metabolic stimulant that..."</b> He looks up at the massive dragonkin and sighs. <b>"...Look, it's a healing potion. You drink it if you get partially eviscerated. It's safe to drink so long as there's no precipitate forming on the bottom."</b> He peers at the vial and flicks it twice with his finger, stirring up the sediment at the bottom of the bottle. <b>"...You'll be fine. Probably."</b> After handing the vial to Lectrum, he draws his mace-like instrument from its place at his belt, the pistons along its length whirring to life and drawing acid from the reservoir as he prepares to strike at the next insect to get within reach.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Pass a Cure Light Wounds infused extract to Lectrum.</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Draw his Alchemist's Aspergillum.</span></p>If his original target was dead, he would throw it at the next zergling. Sincerest apologies for the delay in posting.
Round 2
Rather than drawing the components of another bomb, Nikolay pulls out a vial of sickly green liquid and hands it to Lectrum. "Here - I think you'll need this. It's an emergency short-term metabolic stimulant that..." He looks up at the massive dragonkin and sighs. "...Look, it's a healing potion. You drink it if you get partially eviscerated. It's safe to drink so...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-07T03:05:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic! DiscussionDoctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/discussion&page=4#1892023-11-07T02:01:08Z2023-11-07T01:58:29Z<p>Apologies, I thought we were still on Round 1. Will post shortly.</p>Apologies, I thought we were still on Round 1. Will post shortly.Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-07T01:58:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay#332023-11-05T03:41:02Z2023-11-05T03:24:25Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"What if there are younglings in the woods - camping, hanging out, frolicking, what have you - dressed in summer clothing and slowly freezing to death?"</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk shrugs. <b>"What of it? Even the rabbits have enough sense not to linger away from their dens when winter falls. Most children will be able to leave a place that is too cold, and those who are too young will have caretakers who can make the same decision."</b> He smirks. <b>"If the people of Heldren have greater intellect than rabbits - and I am sure they do - then there is little danger from simple cold weather. What I <i>am</i> worried about is the <i>cause</i> of this weather, which we will not find by rushing off in a panic."</b>
<p>The clawed hunter shakes his head and gets back to tuning his instrument. <b>"There are hunters, trappers, and rangers to be found throughout the Border Wood. If there is indeed something we must do, we will learn of it here, when they return to seek aid, or if the threat is great enough, when those close to the lost seek to form a search party. One place we are almost sure <i>not</i> to learn of it is running from house to house so none know where to seek us out. There is a saying: to act without direction is the greater folly than to have direction but not act. If we leave now, we will achieve nothing, and if we are needed, we will not be found. If we wait to act until we are needed, our deeds will be quick and effective, with forceful purpose."</b></p>
<p>After a minute or two, he looks up at Maq'la's staff. <b>"Quite a fine weapon, daughter of Ulkh. Is it hickory?"</b> The young cambion grins. <b>"I myself wield a similar tool, though it is much shorter and carved of ash. Still, what it lacks in power, it more than makes up for in speed. A bowyer from Demgazi sold it to me - he had initially planned to use it to make a bow, but it proved too inflexible for one of the longbows like the High Sentinels use. Still, it fires arrows well enough if it's strung."</b></p>Yorah wrote:"What if there are younglings in the woods - camping, hanging out, frolicking, what have you - dressed in summer clothing and slowly freezing to death?"
Vhekk shrugs. "What of it? Even the rabbits have enough sense not to linger away from their dens when winter falls. Most children will be able to leave a place that is too cold, and those who are too young will have caretakers who can make the same decision." He smirks. "If the people of Heldren have greater intellect than...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-05T03:24:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay#292023-11-04T03:32:30Z2023-11-04T03:12:06Z<p>Vhekk enters the tavern with the ease of a regular, his onyx eyes taking in the mostly empty taproom and its few inhabitants. Seeing Ardenlane drinking himself into unconsciousness once again, his features take on a look of concern, but he says nothing.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yorah wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Are we sure we have time for this? People are potentially drowning under ice, and the first course of action is to sample the local brew?"</b></blockquote><p>The young hunter turns and raises his eyebrows at the dromarr hermit's words. <b>"People may well be drowning, Yorah, but if that is so, we do not know who they are or where they are. This tavern is second only to the town hall in size, and unlike the town hall, it is frequently visited by those who make their living from the Border Wood. As such, it is the natural place where we could seek more information about this crisis."</b>
<p>He grins as he turns to Kale, retrieving the rabbits slung over his shoulder and setting them on the bar. <b>"Besides which, I have a debt that must not be left unpaid. Miss Kale, in your incomparable charity, you gave me a bowl of stew the previous week when I forgot my coin-purse in my lodgings. I now return to you game of twice the weight of what you gave me, in thanks for your beneficence."</b></p>
<p>After a moment, concern returns to his face, and he drums his obsidian claws on the countertop. <b>"Ah... if you do not mind my asking, have there been any disappearances lately?"</b> He glances down and grimaces, seeing the chips his talons gouge from the wood, and he raises his hands in conciliation as he looks back up at the innkeeper. <b>"...Sorry about that. About the disappearances - I ask because I did not see Olaru the woodsman where he usually makes his camp. Strange things are happening in the depths of the woods, and I was going to investigate with some of the others. I thought that if any had gone missing in the area, we might be able to search for them in the process."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy (Trained):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20</span></p>
<p>Once Vhekk has finished his business with the innkeeper, he moves over to his accustomed seat in the corner opposite the fireplace. <b>"The trappers and the like who spend the most time in the forest aren't likely to be here until later in the day - we likely have a while to wait. I might fetch my weapons from my lodging at some point, in case we do decide to venture into the forest."</b> As the others drink, he begins to play his ghironda, his clawed fingers dancing over the keys as he cranks out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEIkXs1i94Y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">a complex tune</a> that was once the favorite of his friend Amestri, humming to himself in time with the buzzing drone of his instrument.</p>Vhekk enters the tavern with the ease of a regular, his onyx eyes taking in the mostly empty taproom and its few inhabitants. Seeing Ardenlane drinking himself into unconsciousness once again, his features take on a look of concern, but he says nothing.
Yorah wrote:"Are we sure we have time for this? People are potentially drowning under ice, and the first course of action is to sample the local brew?"
The young hunter turns and raises his eyebrows at the dromarr hermit's words. "People may...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-04T03:12:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Wolf's Carrion Crown the Bard's Epic!Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmy3/gameplay&page=8#3702023-11-04T03:02:30Z2023-11-04T03:02:10Z<p><b>Surprise Round</b></p>
<p>Nikolay throws one of his explosive concoctions at the lead insect, calling out the best battle cry he can think of in a slightly crazed-sounding voice. <b>"Burn! Explode! <i>Combust</i> - yes, combust, that's a good one!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Bomb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fire Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d6 + 5 ⇒ (5, 5) + 5 = 15</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Splash damage is 7 points of fire damage.</span></p>
<p><b>Round 1</b></p>
<p>Before the insect charges, Nikolay throws another vial at the same creature as last time.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Alchemist's Bomb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fire Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d6 + 5 ⇒ (3, 1) + 5 = 9</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Splash damage is 7 points of fire damage.</span></p>Surprise Round
Nikolay throws one of his explosive concoctions at the lead insect, calling out the best battle cry he can think of in a slightly crazed-sounding voice. "Burn! Explode! Combust - yes, combust, that's a good one!"
[dice=Alchemist's Bomb]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Fire Damage]2d6+5[/dice]
Splash damage is 7 points of fire damage.
Round 1
Before the insect charges, Nikolay throws another vial at the same creature as last time.
[dice=Alchemist's Bomb]1d20+9[/dice]
[dice=Fire...Doctor Ramada (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-04T03:02:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Snows of Summer ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Reign of Winter 2E ❄️ ❄️ ❄️Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/gameplay#262023-11-03T03:41:02Z2023-11-03T03:25:39Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"My arquebus? <i>Smaller?</i> This thing sometimes knocked me prone before I got used to it! I purchased one while I took a small stay in Alkenstar. They are a lot like crossbows, skill transfers fairly well, but propelled by explosions instead of a string..."</b></blockquote><p>Vhekk thinks for a moment, his tail twitching as he considers the stories he has heard over the years. <b>"I have heard of Alkenstar, though I have not visited it as you have. Many from Qadira, and indeed the Padishah Empire as a whole, seek refuge there. The tales describe it as a place where magic has died, where the artificer and the scholar are greater than the mage. As for your - arquebus, you called it? - the Sunsu Godae reportedly carry the <i>hwach'a</i> on oxcarts, such is its size. Even crafting such a thing so it might be carried in your hands is quite a feat."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ai wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Of course Mr. Vhekk, I'll be more careful."</b></blockquote><p>The young man's face softens, and he sighs. <b>"My words were hasty, and for that I apologize. While I am no sorcerer as you are, I know you are more than capable of caring for yourself, but you were one of the first in this town to treat me with any decency when I first arrived here. You are my friend, Ai, and I would not wish you to come to harm."</b>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lilyana wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Do you mean the statue of the Lady? Some people say she was the founder of Heldren, some say a forgotten noblewoman, some a great fey creature... others have darker theories... petrified witch, or a statue which Qadirans use to spy on Taldor..."</b></blockquote><p>The tiefling hunter nods. <b>"I have heard some of these ideas. The last is the reason I have tried not to get involved in such matters. I did not think it wise for a 'hellspawn Southerner,' as they called me in Golsifar, to be seen meddling with such a statue. I quite like this town, and I have no wish to leave it three steps ahead of a mob."</b> He raises an eyebrow and glances around the group. <b>"Before any of you get the wrong idea, I would like to point out that the satrap's secret police could not possibly be so stupid as to have one such as me do their dirty work in broad daylight."</b>Lilyana wrote:"My arquebus? Smaller? This thing sometimes knocked me prone before I got used to it! I purchased one while I took a small stay in Alkenstar. They are a lot like crossbows, skill transfers fairly well, but propelled by explosions instead of a string..."
Vhekk thinks for a moment, his tail twitching as he considers the stories he has heard over the years. "I have heard of Alkenstar, though I have not visited it as you have. Many from Qadira, and indeed the Padishah Empire as a...Vhekk (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-11-03T03:25:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#732023-10-23T03:01:14Z2023-10-23T03:00:11Z<p>Rilri nods in deference to the two Jedi as they speak up, only speaking once they are finished. <b>"I am Rilri, of Clan Tonena. I trained as an anesthesiologist, but I was never more than competent at it - I graduated in the fifteenth percentile at the medical school on Carosi XII. Still, it was enough to get me a position as a medic when war broke out."</b> The Rodian looks back in the direction they had come from, his snout twisting into a sneer as he remembers what passes for soldiers in the Galactic Empire. <b>"During the war, I saw clones throw themselves in front of blaster bolts to save their squadrons. Never seen a stormtrooper do that since the Empire took over - none of them have the spine to be a real hero these days. After the surrender at Utapau, the Empire was going to integrate us all into their army, so I resigned my commission and took a job as a ship's doctor in one of those transport firms - Vral'Rigad Freight."</b></p>
<p>Rilri scowls. <b>"My sister Kilra was a Jedi, and the Empire killed her. I say the Emperor can rot in a Sarlacc, and if his lackeys don't want this cargo delivered, I can't think of a better reason to make sure it gets where it's needed."</b></p>Rilri nods in deference to the two Jedi as they speak up, only speaking once they are finished. "I am Rilri, of Clan Tonena. I trained as an anesthesiologist, but I was never more than competent at it - I graduated in the fifteenth percentile at the medical school on Carosi XII. Still, it was enough to get me a position as a medic when war broke out." The Rodian looks back in the direction they had come from, his snout twisting into a sneer as he remembers what passes for soldiers in the...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-23T03:00:11ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Play By Post 2E Reign of WinterMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivn3v/recruiting#52023-10-19T02:30:21Z2023-10-19T02:26:30Z<p>I've always wanted to play through Reign of Winter, and I have a number of 2E characters I feared would never see the light of day. I am certainly interested, and will be watching with anticipation.</p>I've always wanted to play through Reign of Winter, and I have a number of 2E characters I feared would never see the light of day. I am certainly interested, and will be watching with anticipation.Mokmurian the Great2023-10-19T02:26:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#662023-10-13T02:58:07Z2023-10-13T02:55:06Z<p>Rilri shrugs at Maya's description of Switch's eccentricities. <b>"Most organics are the same way - he shouldn't be any different to deal with. I'm sure we have <i>something</i> this Switch will want."</b></p>
<p>He seems to consider for a moment as Gotal speaks up. <b>"I... <i>may</i> have a solution to your problem, Master Jedi, but I would prefer to find another method. In Docking Bay 14 is an old Ghtroc-720 freighter - the <i>Horizon Glory</i> - where I serve as ship's doctor. We <i>could</i> conceivably steal that, if the need was great enough, but I would prefer not to, if we can. For one, now that I've been seen helping Jedi resist arrest, station security will likely have impounded the ship."</b> The Rodian sighs. <b>"A shame - I left my father's blaster rifle in my quarters there. It was an heirloom from my grandfather, who served in the Grand Protector's honor guard! Now it's likely to be seized by those Imperial thugs..."</b></p>Rilri shrugs at Maya's description of Switch's eccentricities. "Most organics are the same way - he shouldn't be any different to deal with. I'm sure we have something this Switch will want."
He seems to consider for a moment as Gotal speaks up. "I... may have a solution to your problem, Master Jedi, but I would prefer to find another method. In Docking Bay 14 is an old Ghtroc-720 freighter - the Horizon Glory - where I serve as ship's doctor. We could conceivably steal that, if the need was...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-13T02:55:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=4#1682023-10-12T01:48:27Z2023-10-12T01:47:12Z<p>Nathrae's words seem to rouse Thanaton from his reverie, and he raises an eyebrow at the warrior's vehement tone. Once she changes the subject, however, he refocuses on the task at hand, peering ahead for any sign of the <i>Blue Nixie.</i> <b>"A <i>frontal</i> approach may <i>indeed</i> prove best, Mistress Khalazza. If we wish to attempt <i>talking</i> before or <i>instead</i> of killing the crew, however, I can speak the Orcish <i>tongue</i> quite well, as an <i>enforcer</i> in my guild is a <i>half-orc.</i> Dakor visits <i>freelance</i> mages and gives them a friendly <i>warning</i> by imploding their <i>skulls.</i>"</b> The corners of his mouth twitch upwards briefly in another approximation of a smile. <b>"His mind is <i>keen,</i> but he is most <i>unskilled</i> at cards. A good <i>friend</i> in a city where such friends are <i>rarer</i> than <i>platinum.</i>"</b></p>Nathrae's words seem to rouse Thanaton from his reverie, and he raises an eyebrow at the warrior's vehement tone. Once she changes the subject, however, he refocuses on the task at hand, peering ahead for any sign of the Blue Nixie. "A frontal approach may indeed prove best, Mistress Khalazza. If we wish to attempt talking before or instead of killing the crew, however, I can speak the Orcish tongue quite well, as an enforcer in my guild is a half-orc. Dakor visits freelance mages and gives...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-12T01:47:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition DiscussionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/discussion&page=2#552023-10-09T19:23:04Z2023-10-09T19:22:14Z<p>I am also still here. I'm hoping to continue, if we can, but I understand if things are difficult for you, GM.</p>I am also still here. I'm hoping to continue, if we can, but I understand if things are difficult for you, GM.Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-09T19:22:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=4#1652023-10-09T02:51:09Z2023-10-09T02:30:04Z<p>After receiving his instructions, Thanaton bows to Lady Vanderboren, then begins to make his way through the winding streets of the Merchant District towards the docks and the impounded ship. As he passes the Shrine of Droskar, he addresses his companions, the black pits of his eyes flicking between the various other Vanderboren 'troubleshooters.' <b>"Seeing such <i>structures</i> reminds me of the importance of <i>religion</i> in a city such as Telderist. Faith provides <i>stability</i> and <i>structure</i> in a city where that is the <i>exception</i> rather than the <i>rule.</i> Master Culexis, you implied that you were a <i>Kuthite</i> a few days ago, if memory serves. I cannot <i>say</i> that I know much of your <i>faith,</i> though I would be happy to <i>learn.</i> Master Pertinax, I <i>feel</i> that I know the faith of <i>Dagon</i> all too well, but I would <i>appreciate</i> your perspective. Mistress <i>Urgathoan,</i> you made your position all too <i>clear</i> at the memorial, though I will <i>hear</i> you if you have <i>more</i> to say. Mistress <i>Khalazza,</i> I confess that you are quite a <i>mystery</i> to me - despite my best <i>efforts,</i> I cannot determine the <i>nature</i> of your worship, if you <i>do</i> so at <i>all.</i>"</b></p>
<p>The young tiefling pulls out his strange amulet, a death's head with coins over the eyes. He stares into it, seemingly entranced by its strange facets. <b>"As for my <i>own</i> faith..."</b> He trails off.</p>After receiving his instructions, Thanaton bows to Lady Vanderboren, then begins to make his way through the winding streets of the Merchant District towards the docks and the impounded ship. As he passes the Shrine of Droskar, he addresses his companions, the black pits of his eyes flicking between the various other Vanderboren 'troubleshooters.' "Seeing such structures reminds me of the importance of religion in a city such as Telderist. Faith provides stability and structure in a city...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-09T02:30:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=4#1612023-10-01T02:51:18Z2023-10-01T02:49:07Z<p>Thanaton stands. <b>"Then it is <i>settled.</i> We will <i>find</i> this Vark, consume his <i>soul,</i> and <i>return</i> to you with your <i>ship,</i> Lady Vanderboren."</b></p>Thanaton stands. "Then it is settled. We will find this Vark, consume his soul, and return to you with your ship, Lady Vanderboren."Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-10-01T02:49:07ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Gestalt Carrion Crown RecruitmentFillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivm4q/recruiting&page=2#992023-09-27T00:56:08Z2023-09-27T00:53:38Z<p>Congratulations! Enjoy the game!</p>Congratulations! Enjoy the game!Fillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-27T00:53:38ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Gestalt Carrion Crown RecruitmentFillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivm4q/recruiting&page=2#962023-09-27T00:06:17Z2023-09-27T00:02:52Z<p>Good luck, everyone who submitted a character!</p>Good luck, everyone who submitted a character!Fillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-27T00:02:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=4#1542023-09-26T03:14:07Z2023-09-26T03:05:13Z<p>Thanaton glances around the table. <b>"If you will <i>permit,</i> Lady Vanderboren, one final <i>question?</i> What do we know of the <i>crew</i> of this Vark's ship? Many use the <i>undead</i> for menial tasks, whether <i>sailor</i> or <i>stevedore,</i> and these <i>laborers</i> may be an unexpected <i>asset</i> to Mistress Slade and <i>myself.</i>"</b></p>Thanaton glances around the table. "If you will permit, Lady Vanderboren, one final question? What do we know of the crew of this Vark's ship? Many use the undead for menial tasks, whether sailor or stevedore, and these laborers may be an unexpected asset to Mistress Slade and myself."Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-26T03:05:13ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Gestalt Carrion Crown RecruitmentFillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivm4q/recruiting&page=2#522023-09-26T14:25:57Z2023-09-25T02:50:49Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Petyr Kindler wrote:</div><blockquote>For Mokmurian, be aware that we already have both an Investigator and a Bard in the party, so it may be important to differentiate what Tirath is bringing to the table.</blockquote><p>Sincerest apologies - I should have been more clear on my intent. Looking through the current two characters, each of them seems to be focused around direct utility - for instance, Park Song has significant skill ranks in Diplomacy and the other parts of the traditional "face" loadout, while Petyr has special combat abilities. Both current characters are best at directly acting themselves, but in keeping with the requested role of healing/support who can help deal with incorporeal undead, most of Tirath's abilities are intended not to directly act, but to help the other party members act more efficiently. For instance, his <i>Naturalist</i> ability from the <a href="https://aonprd.com/ArchetypeDisplay.aspx?FixedName=Bard%20Archivist" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Archivist</a> archetype lets him increase the AC and saving throws of the other players if he can pass a routine Knowledge check. In addition, most of his spell slots are devoted to healing and/or other utility spells, and he can effectively "channel energy" with his <i>Healing Bombs</i> discovery. While Dr. Zhivago doesn't have any cleric levels as such, I hope to fulfill the cleric's support role in the party.Petyr Kindler wrote:For Mokmurian, be aware that we already have both an Investigator and a Bard in the party, so it may be important to differentiate what Tirath is bringing to the table.
Sincerest apologies - I should have been more clear on my intent. Looking through the current two characters, each of them seems to be focused around direct utility - for instance, Park Song has significant skill ranks in Diplomacy and the other parts of the traditional "face" loadout, while Petyr has...Fillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-25T02:50:49ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Gestalt Carrion Crown RecruitmentFillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivm4q/recruiting#412023-09-23T03:35:29Z2023-09-23T03:31:06Z<p>Here's Mokmurian's submission - Doctor Tirath Zhivago, an alchemist/bard gestalt who should be able to fulfill the requested "healing/status effects" niche. I'm fairly certain about the statistics (though, as this is my first time creating a gestalt character, I would appreciate feedback if I have indeed erred), but I was hoping to tweak and expand upon backstory/personality and the like over the next few days, though what's in there now should be enough to go on.</p>Here's Mokmurian's submission - Doctor Tirath Zhivago, an alchemist/bard gestalt who should be able to fulfill the requested "healing/status effects" niche. I'm fairly certain about the statistics (though, as this is my first time creating a gestalt character, I would appreciate feedback if I have indeed erred), but I was hoping to tweak and expand upon backstory/personality and the like over the next few days, though what's in there now should be enough to go on.Fillix Edar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-23T03:31:06ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Gestalt Carrion Crown RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivm4q/recruiting#242023-09-22T03:03:05Z2023-09-22T02:53:01Z<p>I had an idea for a similar concept to some others expressed here - an chirurgeon/bard, a buffing/healing character in combat who can hold his own in social situations (and whose bombs deal positive energy damage to the undead, thanks to the healing bomb discovery). I'll work more on the crunch and backstory, but his campaign trait will be Teacher's Pet - he's a former student of Lorrimor's (from Sincomakti, rather than Lepidstadt, but why break up the current party makeup of tieflings in academia?) who was waylaid on his way to Professor Lorrimor's funeral.</p>I had an idea for a similar concept to some others expressed here - an chirurgeon/bard, a buffing/healing character in combat who can hold his own in social situations (and whose bombs deal positive energy damage to the undead, thanks to the healing bomb discovery). I'll work more on the crunch and backstory, but his campaign trait will be Teacher's Pet - he's a former student of Lorrimor's (from Sincomakti, rather than Lepidstadt, but why break up the current party makeup of tieflings in...Mokmurian the Great2023-09-22T02:53:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1472023-09-21T02:33:20Z2023-09-21T02:31:47Z<p>After Lavinia is done speaking, Thanaton gives one of his eerie grins. <b>"By 'speaking his <i>language,</i>' I presume you are not <i>referring</i> to my skills as an <i>interpreter?</i>"</b> He laughs. <b>"A <i>rhetorical</i> question, of course. I am <i>sure</i> we can find <i>information</i> on this 'Vark,' retrieve the <i>vessel,</i> remove his <i>kneecaps</i> if you so <i>desire,</i> and return to you with your <i>ship.</i> Will we be crossing any major <i>powers</i> in this endeavor? Noble <i>families?</i> Affiliated <i>guilds?</i> Or is this fool simply an <i>independent?</i>"</b></p>After Lavinia is done speaking, Thanaton gives one of his eerie grins. "By 'speaking his language,' I presume you are not referring to my skills as an interpreter?" He laughs. "A rhetorical question, of course. I am sure we can find information on this 'Vark,' retrieve the vessel, remove his kneecaps if you so desire, and return to you with your ship. Will we be crossing any major powers in this endeavor? Noble families? Affiliated guilds? Or is this fool simply an independent?"Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-21T02:31:47ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: (n + 1) Jokes for the OvereducatedMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs42wta&page=4?-Jokes-for-the-Overeducated#1872023-09-21T02:13:15Z2023-09-21T02:09:31Z<p>A new philosophy has gained traction in recent years - rather than adopting a holistic approach to life, practitioners pick and choose what elements of existing philosophies they wish to believe or disbelieve.</p>
<p>We now have philosophy "à la Cartesianism."</p>A new philosophy has gained traction in recent years - rather than adopting a holistic approach to life, practitioners pick and choose what elements of existing philosophies they wish to believe or disbelieve.
We now have philosophy "à la Cartesianism."Mokmurian the Great2023-09-21T02:09:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion&page=2#642023-09-20T02:45:14Z2023-09-20T02:38:31Z<p>Apologies - it's an occupational hazard when the party's sociopathic necromancer is one of the group's 'nice guys.'</p>Apologies - it's an occupational hazard when the party's sociopathic necromancer is one of the group's 'nice guys.'Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-20T02:38:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1432023-09-20T02:45:14Z2023-09-20T02:37:48Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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[Spoiler omitted]Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-20T02:37:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1392023-09-19T01:53:03Z2023-09-19T01:50:37Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-19T01:50:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion&page=2#622023-09-15T22:11:03Z2023-09-15T22:00:45Z<p>Interestingly, despite his status as an aquatic deity in Pathfinder, the real-world Dagon had little to nothing to do with the ocean - he was a western Mesopotamian prosperity god, primarily worshiped in the vicinity of Mari and often syncreticized with the similar Enlil of the east. The "fish-god" interpretation was originally a mistake by the medieval Jewish theologian Shlomo Yitzchaki, who conflated "Dagon" with "dāg/dâg," the Hebrew for "fish." The mistake was later popularized by Lovecraft's works, which is likely where it entered the Pathfinder mythos.</p>Interestingly, despite his status as an aquatic deity in Pathfinder, the real-world Dagon had little to nothing to do with the ocean - he was a western Mesopotamian prosperity god, primarily worshiped in the vicinity of Mari and often syncreticized with the similar Enlil of the east. The "fish-god" interpretation was originally a mistake by the medieval Jewish theologian Shlomo Yitzchaki, who conflated "Dagon" with "dāg/dâg," the Hebrew for "fish." The mistake was later popularized by...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-15T22:00:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1352023-09-15T22:11:03Z2023-09-15T22:00:39Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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[Spoiler omitted]Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-15T22:00:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1312023-09-15T02:51:05Z2023-09-15T02:32:33Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Reposting due to the altered circumstances. Spoilering to keep Study and Dinner conversation separate.</span></p>
<p>Three days from the memorial for the Vanderborens, Thanaton approaches the front gates to Vanderboren Manor, dressed in the black robes of a journeyman mage rather than the formal mantle of the earlier night. As the other guests arrive, he fixes them with an appraising look, noting how the differing circumstances of this meeting affect their choices of dress, mannerisms, and the like. As Kora leads the group to the study, he follows close behind the gnome, gazing around the manor.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception - Furnishings:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 0 ⇒ (8) + 0 = 8</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (nature) - Plants:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception - Snakes:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 0 ⇒ (16) + 0 = 16</span></p>
<p>As he spots the snakes in the garden, Thanaton grins, kneeling to examine one of the vipers (but being careful not to touch it). <b>"How <i>fascinating.</i> I have always loved <i>serpents</i> - they possess a certain... adorable <i>charm,</i> wouldn't you agree?"</b></p>
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<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Reposting due to the altered circumstances. Spoilering to keep Study and Dinner conversation separate.
Three days from the memorial for the Vanderborens, Thanaton approaches the front gates to Vanderboren Manor, dressed in the black robes of a journeyman mage rather than the formal mantle of the earlier night. As the other guests arrive, he fixes them with an appraising look, noting how the differing circumstances of this meeting affect their choices of dress, mannerisms, and the like. As...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-15T02:32:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion&page=2#592023-09-12T21:51:11Z2023-09-12T21:49:34Z<p>Anything works for me - I have a Roll20 account if we need it, but I generally find that either Google Slides or Theater of the Mind is the easiest to work with.</p>Anything works for me - I have a Roll20 account if we need it, but I generally find that either Google Slides or Theater of the Mind is the easiest to work with.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-12T21:49:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion&page=2#522023-09-10T11:01:12Z2023-09-10T10:57:47Z<p>Will Minuè be joining the party, or should the party necromancer take over the role of "team moral compass?"</p>Will Minuè be joining the party, or should the party necromancer take over the role of "team moral compass?"Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-09-10T10:57:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#422023-08-31T03:37:35Z2023-08-31T03:31:49Z<p>I had skipped straight to the meeting part, but was slightly unsure if that's what we were supposed to be doing - GM, if this is jumping ahead or taking liberties, just say the word and I can walk it back, describe more of what my character does in the three intervening days, or the like.</p>I had skipped straight to the meeting part, but was slightly unsure if that's what we were supposed to be doing - GM, if this is jumping ahead or taking liberties, just say the word and I can walk it back, describe more of what my character does in the three intervening days, or the like.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-31T03:31:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1222023-08-31T03:37:35Z2023-08-31T03:08:40Z<p>As the Vanderboren daughter enters the hall, Thanaton pays close attention to the proceedings, glancing between the various nobles in the room and showing them the respectful subservience the high-born of Telderist expect as their due from the myriad groups they see as their lessers - tradesmen, servants, demonspawn, et cetera. He bows to Kora as she delivers him his letter, glancing through it before stowing it in a pocket of his robes. He remains for as long as seems to be expected of him, but looks for an opportunity to leave for his guild - while spartan, the journeyman quarters are the closest thing he has had to a true home for a decade or so, and he can think of no better place than Witchwarden Tower to spend the next three days, ensconced in study as he awaits his patron's call.</p>
<p>Three days from the memorial for the Vanderborens, Thanaton approaches the tradesman's entrance to Vanderboren Manor, dressed in the black robes of a journeyman mage rather than the formal mantle of the earlier night. He twitches his bat-like wings in annoyance as a guard stops him, and he presents his invitation. Following the guard through the labyrinthine corridors of the manor, he notes the resemblance of the house to a massive web, drawing the seven visitors towards the center. <i>I wonder, are we the spiders... or the flies?</i> Entering the cavernous dining room, he takes the seat five chairs to the left of the table's head - his habitual spot in the guild refectory. As the other guests enter, he fixes them with an appraising look, noting how the differing circumstances of this meeting affect their choices of dress, mannerisms, and the like. <i>Nobody is truly themselves in a formal setting. Let us see how the Vanderborens' other guests behave in a less formal setting, where they will act as they </i>really<i> are...</i></p>As the Vanderboren daughter enters the hall, Thanaton pays close attention to the proceedings, glancing between the various nobles in the room and showing them the respectful subservience the high-born of Telderist expect as their due from the myriad groups they see as their lessers - tradesmen, servants, demonspawn, et cetera. He bows to Kora as she delivers him his letter, glancing through it before stowing it in a pocket of his robes. He remains for as long as seems to be expected of him,...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-31T03:08:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#392023-08-30T22:05:40Z2023-08-30T22:01:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Nathrae Khalazza wrote:</div><blockquote> I've never been in a 7-person party before... </blockquote><p>I was briefly in one on the PbP boards <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/gameplay&page=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a> - it was Kingmaker, and the GM liked large parties for RP purposes. One player had to drop out due to health issues before we reached the first combat, but the roleplaying opportunities were great.Nathrae Khalazza wrote:I've never been in a 7-person party before...
I was briefly in one on the PbP boards here - it was Kingmaker, and the GM liked large parties for RP purposes. One player had to drop out due to health issues before we reached the first combat, but the roleplaying opportunities were great.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-30T22:01:23ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: (n + 1) Jokes for the OvereducatedMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs42wta&page=4?-Jokes-for-the-Overeducated#1852023-08-31T10:42:30Z2023-08-30T21:29:23Z<p>The entirety of the Flatland school district was excited to meet the new transfer student, a Calabi-Yau manifold. The new arrival quickly developed a reputation as an attentive learner and a genius student... until the first test, where he received the lowest score in the grade. One of the teachers, a square, commented on this to the principal, a pentagon. <b>"I was surprised at our newest student's test score - I had always thought of him as a bright pupil."</b> After a moment's contemplation, the principal replied. <b>"But of course - he seems complex, but when you get right down to it, he's only a p-brane!"</b></p>The entirety of the Flatland school district was excited to meet the new transfer student, a Calabi-Yau manifold. The new arrival quickly developed a reputation as an attentive learner and a genius student... until the first test, where he received the lowest score in the grade. One of the teachers, a square, commented on this to the principal, a pentagon. "I was surprised at our newest student's test score - I had always thought of him as a bright pupil." After a moment's contemplation, the...Mokmurian the Great2023-08-30T21:29:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1192023-08-25T02:07:13Z2023-08-25T01:59:23Z<p>Concluding his conversation with Professor Urol, Thanaton rejoins the group by the buffet table. He listens as the talk turns to the absence of the Vanderboren inheritors, and he notices that those present are starting to become upset at their absence. Ever the loyal servant, he speaks up in the defense of his former employers' children, though as before he carefully pitches his voice so that the nobles do not hear his statements. <b>"There are likely <i>matters</i> that must be <i>attended</i> to with their new <i>status</i> as the senior members of their house. Look <i>about</i> you - what other nobles do you <i>see?</i> Lord <i>Meravanchi's</i> excess is well-documented - he likely has nothing better to <i>do.</i> The simple <i>fact</i> that the Vanderborens are late is likely a <i>sign</i> that they are diligently attending to other matters. They will arrive when they <i>complete</i> these."</b> He turns to Trevor. <b>"As for the Vanderborens' alleged <i>weakness,</i> Master Culexis, choosing servants based on their <i>competence</i> rather than their <i>blood</i> can be an immense strength."</b></p>Concluding his conversation with Professor Urol, Thanaton rejoins the group by the buffet table. He listens as the talk turns to the absence of the Vanderboren inheritors, and he notices that those present are starting to become upset at their absence. Ever the loyal servant, he speaks up in the defense of his former employers' children, though as before he carefully pitches his voice so that the nobles do not hear his statements. "There are likely matters that must be attended to with their...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-25T01:59:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#612023-08-24T02:24:28Z2023-08-24T02:23:58Z<p>Rilri listens intently as the woman describes the situation, though he does smirk as Maya presents her offer. <b>"We've already risked our lives helping you and defying the Empire. It would be pretty stupid of us to stop now. Is the rendezvous point in a secure location, and is this Switch trustworthy?"</b></p>Rilri listens intently as the woman describes the situation, though he does smirk as Maya presents her offer. "We've already risked our lives helping you and defying the Empire. It would be pretty stupid of us to stop now. Is the rendezvous point in a secure location, and is this Switch trustworthy?"Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-24T02:23:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#332023-08-21T12:31:03Z2023-08-21T12:25:21Z<p>As for Pertinax's question regarding night and day in Telderist, I recall that the subterranean city of Skullport from the Forgotten Realms setting had an immense magical clock, built by the followers of the god of artifice, that marked out the days, months, and years below ground. Night and day were determined by the reading on the great clock, and it could very well have been inaccurate without the majority of Skullport's denizens being aware of any difference. I'm not sure what the GM's thoughts on this are, but I myself felt it was a rather interesting idea when I read it.</p>As for Pertinax's question regarding night and day in Telderist, I recall that the subterranean city of Skullport from the Forgotten Realms setting had an immense magical clock, built by the followers of the god of artifice, that marked out the days, months, and years below ground. Night and day were determined by the reading on the great clock, and it could very well have been inaccurate without the majority of Skullport's denizens being aware of any difference. I'm not sure what the GM's...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-21T12:25:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#322023-08-21T03:59:03Z2023-08-21T03:25:13Z<p>My sincerest apologies if anything I said was an issue. I was merely trying to help - as Aranda had made her disdain for Thanaton and Minuè clear, I was simply attempting to let her interact with a major NPC without going back on her established views. As to CucumberTree's earlier statement regarding how Aranda was "built for action," as well as her expressed desire for combat, the pre-game selection scene is as far as I can tell a roleplaying-focused area where we can explore our characters and develop their personalities/backstories and the like. A dedicated face build is not necessary to participate - Thanaton's only good social skills are academia-based Knowledge skills, which he has only used once, and Intimidate, which he has not used at all. Irrespective of this, he is still able to make small talk and flesh out his character.</p>My sincerest apologies if anything I said was an issue. I was merely trying to help - as Aranda had made her disdain for Thanaton and Minuè clear, I was simply attempting to let her interact with a major NPC without going back on her established views. As to CucumberTree's earlier statement regarding how Aranda was "built for action," as well as her expressed desire for combat, the pre-game selection scene is as far as I can tell a roleplaying-focused area where we can explore our characters...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-21T03:25:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=3#1062023-08-21T03:33:03Z2023-08-21T03:22:56Z<p>At Aranda's violent reaction to his statement, Thanaton turns to Pertinax, vague worry etched on his face. <b>"Was it something I <i>said?</i>"</b></p>
<p>The eccentricities of the Urgathoan priestess are forgotten, however, as Shikki returns with Professor Urol and Nari in tow, and he smiles broadly before extending a hand to the diminutive ratfolk. <b>"Mistress <i>Shikki,</i> it is good to <i>see</i> you again, and with <i>new</i> acquaintances to <i>boot!</i>"</b> He peers at the gnome who accompanies the sailor, his necromantic training and his long obsession with the surface allowing him to recall the author of an anatomy textbook he frequently read in Witchwarden Tower. <b>"My <i>apologies,</i> but are you by any <i>chance</i> Professor <i>Urol?</i> Of 'Urol's Physiological <i>Primer?'</i> Of the Urol-Filostrato <i>Metabolic</i> Cycle? I have <i>read</i> the summaries of your <i>expeditions</i> to the surface with <i>interest.</i> It is a great <i>honor,</i> Professor."</b> He bows to the distinguished scholar, then turns his attention to the gnome's verdant companion, walking in a circle around the leshy and examining her from several angles. <b>"And you are a <i>surfacer,</i> yes? I must <i>admit,</i> when I read of beings that gain <i>sustenance</i> from a <i>great light</i> that <i>sears</i> the <i>heavens,</i> I had significant difficulty <i>believing</i> what I had seen in my books."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If I overstepped and the Professor did not in fact accompany Shikki, feel free to retcon any nonsensical statements in the above passage, such as greeting a person who is not present. Likewise, if I overstepped in my list of Urol's credentials, the same statement can apply - I'm just trying to avoid an endless chain of IC necessary but OOC redundant introductions, which I thought I might do by having Thanaton be familiar with Urol's work.</span></p>At Aranda's violent reaction to his statement, Thanaton turns to Pertinax, vague worry etched on his face. "Was it something I said?"
The eccentricities of the Urgathoan priestess are forgotten, however, as Shikki returns with Professor Urol and Nari in tow, and he smiles broadly before extending a hand to the diminutive ratfolk. "Mistress Shikki, it is good to see you again, and with new acquaintances to boot!" He peers at the gnome who accompanies the sailor, his necromantic training and...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-21T03:22:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#992023-08-20T02:51:03Z2023-08-20T01:51:07Z<p>Thanaton looks with a moderate degree of disdain on the Meravanchi scion as he sweeps into the garden. <i>What a contemptible hedonist.</i> At the comments of Minuè and Pertinax, he smirks before whispering in the same tone, ensuring his voice does not carry beyond the cluster of people. <b><span class=tiny>"I heard <i>rumors</i> of Lord Meravanchi's <i>exploits</i> during my studies in the <i>Noble</i> District. I understand he made <i>untoward</i> advances towards the <i>Guildmistress.</i> I am <i>unsure</i> of what <i>exactly</i> she cursed him with, but I understand it was quite <i>embarrassing</i> and <i>persistent,</i> and that it apparently required the <i>ministrations</i> of three doctors, seven Urgathoan <i>priests...</i>"</b></span> The necromancer frowns distractedly and furrows his brow. <b><span class=tiny>"...and a <i>fishmonger,</i> for some reason. I do not think I want to know the <i>specifics.</i>"</b></span> Thanaton shudders at the thought of the unbridled wrath of his guild's eerie leader.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Personally, I envision Lux Seoni as rather similar to Mrs. Frederic from <i>Warehouse 13</i> - an incredibly creepy woman of indeterminate age and dubious mortality who basically appears when and where she wishes and who nobody has the spine to challenge or refer to by her first name. GM, is this roughly accurate, or should I revise my mental image?</span></p>
<p>Struck by an idea, he moves over to the skeleton blocking Aranda from his sight, knocking on its shield with his knuckles as though it were a door before calling out to the priestess beyond. <b>"Mistress <i>Urgathoan?</i> Unless I am greatly <i>mistaken,</i> your brother-in-faith has <i>arrived.</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>CucumberTree, you haven't posted here in a while - I know your character is unlikely to get on well with Thanaton and probably Minuè, but I don't want to keep you from developing your character more, and I think that interacting with Lord Meravanchi might help with that.</span></p>Thanaton looks with a moderate degree of disdain on the Meravanchi scion as he sweeps into the garden. What a contemptible hedonist. At the comments of Minuè and Pertinax, he smirks before whispering in the same tone, ensuring his voice does not carry beyond the cluster of people. "I heard rumors of Lord Meravanchi's exploits during my studies in the Noble District. I understand he made untoward advances towards the Guildmistress. I am unsure of what exactly she cursed him with, but I...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-20T01:51:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#272023-08-18T21:31:00Z2023-08-18T21:26:41Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">CucumberTree wrote:</div><blockquote>As for Thanaton's roll to identify the symbols on the scabbard, with a 10 that's for common deities I think. With Ashava being a kind of fringe empyreal lord, I think the DC is 20.</blockquote><p>Apologies, I was looking more at the role your decorated scabbard would play in the story. As a link to the surface, it has the potential to expose you as an elven spy, so I had written my post on the following assumptions:
<p>Critical Success - Identifies imagery and draws correct conclusion about Minuè, forcing her to bluff her way out, earning at least Thanaton's suspicion.
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Success - Identifies imagery and adds it to a collection of clues that may in time accumulate to the point that they expose Minuè.
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Failure - Fails to notice imagery, leaving Minuè safe for now but raising the possibility of another examination and identification later.
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Critical Failure - Notices imagery but draws an entirely erroneous conclusion that absolves Minuè of any suspicion, preventing the scabbard from being used against her in the future.</p>
<p>As I rolled a natural 1, I had Thanaton notice the imagery, but put forth a suggestion that would not expose Minuè, allowing her to claim that she took it off a lost surfacer in the upper levels of the Darklands or some such. While he was still intrigued by the symbols, he does not suspect that she is a spy or anything of the sort.</p>
<p>Also, Thanaton didn't in fact identify which if any deity it is the holy symbol of - it was merely a hunch of his which he believes to have no bearing on anything.</p>CucumberTree wrote:As for Thanaton's roll to identify the symbols on the scabbard, with a 10 that's for common deities I think. With Ashava being a kind of fringe empyreal lord, I think the DC is 20.
Apologies, I was looking more at the role your decorated scabbard would play in the story. As a link to the surface, it has the potential to expose you as an elven spy, so I had written my post on the following assumptions: Critical Success - Identifies imagery and draws correct conclusion about...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-18T21:26:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#912023-08-18T21:41:52Z2023-08-18T21:26:38Z<p>Thanaton listens to the discussion about the various types of swords, but his limited knowledge of martial pursuits means he quickly loses track of the conversation as it delves into gladiuses and mounted combat. However, something Minuè had said had caught his attention, and he recognizes the tension between the orphanage worker and Pertinax. At the earliest available opportunity, he interjects, trying to defuse the situation between the two guests. <b>"Forgive my <i>digression,</i> Mistress Minuè, but you said that you <i>worked</i> in the Twilight <i>Orphanage?</i> Have you worked alongside the various <i>guilds</i> at all? I know from personal <i>experience</i> that the guilds will sometimes take in <i>orphans</i> or <i>foundlings</i> and train them as <i>apprentices.</i> It gives them an <i>applicable</i> skill set and a good <i>position</i> in life - I myself am an <i>orphan,</i> yet I am entirely <i>content</i> as a journeyman <i>necromancer.</i>"</b></p>
<p>The tiefling shakes his head sadly. <b>"It is not <i>right</i> that the children should <i>suffer...</i>"</b> He smiles at Minuè before continuing. <b>"...but it is <i>good</i> that the <i>kind-hearted</i> like you and your <i>peers</i> are helping them gain a better <i>future.</i>"</b> The young mage extends a hand to the swordswoman. <b>"I know <i>many</i> in the Witchwarden Tower <i>Arcanists'</i> Guild - I would be <i>overjoyed</i> to help you in any way I <i>can.</i> This endeavor is <i>important</i> to me."</b></p>
<p>At the glances that pass between Nathrae and Minuè, Thanaton raises an eyebrow but says nothing.</p>Thanaton listens to the discussion about the various types of swords, but his limited knowledge of martial pursuits means he quickly loses track of the conversation as it delves into gladiuses and mounted combat. However, something Minuè had said had caught his attention, and he recognizes the tension between the orphanage worker and Pertinax. At the earliest available opportunity, he interjects, trying to defuse the situation between the two guests. "Forgive my digression, Mistress Minuè,...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-18T21:26:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#252023-08-18T11:01:01Z2023-08-18T10:56:07Z<p>One quick question for Minuè - would your character be switching back to the form of a regular elf in private or would she remain in her drow identity 24/7? If the former, she has a much greater chance of being discovered, but the way I read your <i>Dark Identity</i> ability, the latter would quickly escalate the Will save needed to change back into an elf to unbeatable levels.</p>One quick question for Minuè - would your character be switching back to the form of a regular elf in private or would she remain in her drow identity 24/7? If the former, she has a much greater chance of being discovered, but the way I read your Dark Identity ability, the latter would quickly escalate the Will save needed to change back into an elf to unbeatable levels.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-18T10:56:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#812023-08-18T03:23:16Z2023-08-18T03:18:30Z<p>Thanaton notices the other guests eating, but refrains from doing so himself. Instead, he attempts to remain with the group and continue his conversation. Noticing the intricate detailing on the new arrival's scabbard, he addresses the drow woman. <b>"Mistress Minuè, I could not <i>help</i> but take <i>note</i> of the detailing on your <i>scabbard.</i> Are those symbols of <i>religious</i> significance?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (religion):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (1) + 9 = 10</span></p>
<p>The tiefling peers closer at the crescent symbols. <b>"If I am not <i>mistaken,</i> those symbols represent the <i>moon</i> of the <i>surface.</i> Have you <i>visited</i> the surface? Did you take your blade from an <i>overlander?</i>"</b> The young mage seems quite intrigued by the possibility that the new guest is an explorer.</p>
<p>He pauses for a second, however, looking quizzically at Minuè. <b>"Mistress, if you will <i>forgive</i> my <i>query,</i> you had <i>mentioned</i> that the Vanderborens had helped you find a <i>position.</i> Might I <i>ask</i> what that position was? Surely a <i>warrior,</i> with such a fine <i>blade,</i> yes?"</b></p>Thanaton notices the other guests eating, but refrains from doing so himself. Instead, he attempts to remain with the group and continue his conversation. Noticing the intricate detailing on the new arrival's scabbard, he addresses the drow woman. "Mistress Minuè, I could not help but take note of the detailing on your scabbard. Are those symbols of religious significance?"
[dice=Knowledge (religion)]1d20+9[/dice]
The tiefling peers closer at the crescent symbols. "If I am not mistaken,...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-18T03:18:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#222023-08-17T19:03:14Z2023-08-17T18:59:45Z<p>Actually, I think that the giant millipede segment I mentioned would be a natural staple food in an underground society. Millipedes are slow-moving, have broad herbivorous appetites, and are fairly docile - if giant millipedes existed, they would be a logical key food animal for an underground civilization, much as ruminants like cattle or yaks are to humans.</p>Actually, I think that the giant millipede segment I mentioned would be a natural staple food in an underground society. Millipedes are slow-moving, have broad herbivorous appetites, and are fairly docile - if giant millipedes existed, they would be a logical key food animal for an underground civilization, much as ruminants like cattle or yaks are to humans.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-17T18:59:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#752023-08-17T12:14:05Z2023-08-17T11:46:30Z<p>Thanaton smiles again at the newcomer's words. <b>"Of <i>course,</i> Minuè. If you would <i>follow</i> me?"</b></p>
<p>As he walks across the garden, he tries to make small talk, giving the new arrival a brief overview of the current guests. <b>"The death of the Vanderborens was such a <i>lamentable</i> accident - they were faithful <i>employers</i> and good <i>people.</i>"</b> Looking around to ensure he is not overheard, he whispers to the drow woman. <b><span class=tiny>"Of <i>course,</i> there are some <i>rumors</i> that say the tragedy at Delvingulf was no <i>accident.</i> If this is <i>so,</i> I should like to be <i>present</i> when the killers are <i>executed.</i>"</b></span> Returning to his normal volume, he continues speaking, motioning to the various attendants as he says their names. <b>"I see that you have already <i>noticed</i> Mistress <i>Khalazza.</i> She was once a <i>soldier,</i> and she is an excellent <i>conversationalist.</i> I think you will <i>like</i> her. Over there is Master Culexis, who was <i>sponsored</i> in his studies by the <i>Vanderborens,</i> and Master Pertinax, who was a <i>soldier</i> in their house <i>guard.</i> Regrettably, Mistress <i>Shikki</i> was called <i>away,</i> but she was also an excellent conversation partner when she was <i>here.</i>"</b></p>
<p>He looks with a degree of confusion at the skeleton actively blocking his view of the remaining guest. <b>"<i>Somewhere</i> behind that skeleton is Mistress <i>Slade.</i> I have known her for only a handful of <i>minutes,</i> yet we are already not on <i>speaking</i> terms, though I do not know what it was that I <i>said.</i>"</b> He realizes himself and glances at Minuè. <b>"Of course, I should <i>introduce</i> myself as <i>well.</i> I am Thanaton <i>Sirov,</i> guildsman of Witchwarden <i>Tower.</i>"</b> As he rejoins the group with the new arrival, he addresses her so the entire group can hear. <b>"Most of us have <i>served</i> the Vanderborens in one way or <i>another,</i> but what of <i>yourself,</i> Minuè? Were our late benefactors your <i>employers?</i> Friends? <i>Relatives?</i>"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I was trying to keep everyone from having to re-introduce themselves with each new guest, but if you enjoy having your characters introduce themselves, just let me know and I can stop. I'm really not trying to get in the way of anyone's enjoyment of the game.</span></p>Thanaton smiles again at the newcomer's words. "Of course, Minuè. If you would follow me?"
As he walks across the garden, he tries to make small talk, giving the new arrival a brief overview of the current guests. "The death of the Vanderborens was such a lamentable accident - they were faithful employers and good people." Looking around to ensure he is not overheard, he whispers to the drow woman. "Of course, there are some rumors that say the tragedy at Delvingulf was no accident. If this...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-17T11:46:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#192023-08-17T09:42:58Z2023-08-17T09:37:54Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Nathrae Khalazza wrote:</div><blockquote> I'm now picturing Thanaton as having the same voice as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXGyEq3OJSo" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The G-Man from Half-Life 2.</a></blockquote>Now that I see it, that is the sort of mannerisms I had attributed to his voice. I had initially based his voice on the strange italicization of Six's lines in the archaeolinguistics game <i>Heaven's Vault,</i> which I had a lot of fun with.<div class="messageboard-quotee">Six wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Buildings do not occur <i>naturally,</i> Mistress."</b></blockquote><p>I can see how others might find the game a bit dry, but I'd advise at least looking at it - I liked it so much that I woke up at 4:00 in the morning because I couldn't handle the anticipation of reading a historical text in a language I don't know.Nathrae Khalazza wrote:I'm now picturing Thanaton as having the same voice as The G-Man from Half-Life 2.
Now that I see it, that is the sort of mannerisms I had attributed to his voice. I had initially based his voice on the strange italicization of Six's lines in the archaeolinguistics game Heaven's Vault, which I had a lot of fun with.Six wrote:"Buildings do not occur naturally, Mistress."
I can see how others might find the game a bit dry, but I'd advise at least looking at it - I liked...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-17T09:37:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#162023-08-17T03:02:59Z2023-08-17T03:02:07Z<p>GM, I just wanted to check in with you for a quick question I had. I've been trying to hold off on overly embellishing my posts, as I'm not sure how many liberties I can take with the given information from the player's guide. Is Shikki's statement regarding the status of ratfolk in Telderist the kind of improvisation we can do, or is there a level of information I'm missing.</p>GM, I just wanted to check in with you for a quick question I had. I've been trying to hold off on overly embellishing my posts, as I'm not sure how many liberties I can take with the given information from the player's guide. Is Shikki's statement regarding the status of ratfolk in Telderist the kind of improvisation we can do, or is there a level of information I'm missing.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-17T03:02:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#702023-08-17T03:13:00Z2023-08-17T02:50:27Z<p>Thanaton's empty gaze turns to the newcomer as she enters. He moves over towards Nathrae and addresses the former soldier. <b>"Mistress <i>Khalazza,</i> there appears to be a new <i>arrival.</i> By your <i>leave,</i> I would like to see if she would care to <i>join</i> us. I will be back <i>momentarily.</i>"</b></p>
<p>The young necromancer walks across the courtyard to the new arrival, the measured clacking of his hooves against the stone floor punctuated by the rustle of his high-collared mantle and an occasional clang as the iron ferrule of his staff strikes the selfsame material. Seeing Kora speaking to the new guest, he waits for a moment until she finishes, bowing his head in deference to the majordomo as she leaves, then approaches Minuè. The corners of his mouth twitch upwards in his best approximation of a friendly smile, and the solid black orbs of his eyes seem to bore into the drow as he speaks. <b>"<i>Greetings,</i> mistress. Several of the other <i>mourners</i> have gathered to discuss the <i>life</i> of the late <i>Vanderborens.</i> Would you care to <i>join</i> our eulogizing?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6</span></p>
<p>Though he tries his best to act in a friendly manner, his behaviors come across as more than a bit eerie.</p>Thanaton's empty gaze turns to the newcomer as she enters. He moves over towards Nathrae and addresses the former soldier. "Mistress Khalazza, there appears to be a new arrival. By your leave, I would like to see if she would care to join us. I will be back momentarily."
The young necromancer walks across the courtyard to the new arrival, the measured clacking of his hooves against the stone floor punctuated by the rustle of his high-collared mantle and an occasional clang as the iron...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-17T02:50:27ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#892023-08-16T12:02:59Z2023-08-16T11:25:55Z<p>At the moment, our submission list is as follows:</p>
<p>Works in Progress:</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/FaithfulServantEzzeleer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Faithful Servant Ezzeleer</a> - LE Fetchling Summoner, faithful servant of the Vanderborens</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#87" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">"Minué Myrett"</a> - LG Elf Vigilante/Monk, undercover Lantern Bearers agent</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#83" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Unnamed Arcane Trickster</a> - Alignment Unknown Whisper Gnome Wizard/Rogue</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/Suny2nobd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Suny</a> - Alignment Unknown Sea Elf Fighter</p>
<p>Finished Submissions:</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/PertinaxIslaran" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Pertinax Islaran</a> - CE Aquatic Tiefling Antipaladin, Vanderboren house guard</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/ArandaSlade" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Aranda Slade</a> - NE Drow Cleric, Vanderboren chaplain</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/ShikkiTheSailor/profile" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Shikki the Sailor</a> - CN Aquatic Ratfolk Rogue, once saved Verik Vanderboren</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/ThanatonSirov[/url" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Thanaton Sirov</a> - NE Tiefling Necromancer, Vanderboren interpreter</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/NathraeKhalazza" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Nathrae Khalazza</a> - LE Drow Oracle, studied by the Vanderborens after a military incident</p>
<p><a href="https://paizo.com/people/TrevorCulexis" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Trevor Culexis</a> - LE Drow Alchemist, sponsored in his studies by the Vanderborens</p>
<p>Out of curiosity, GM, how many submissions will you be taking? The "typical adventuring party" is four or five people, but I have seen functional parties with anywhere between three and seven members.</p>At the moment, our submission list is as follows:
Works in Progress:
Faithful Servant Ezzeleer - LE Fetchling Summoner, faithful servant of the Vanderborens
"Minué Myrett" - LG Elf Vigilante/Monk, undercover Lantern Bearers agent
Unnamed Arcane Trickster - Alignment Unknown Whisper Gnome Wizard/Rogue
Suny - Alignment Unknown Sea Elf Fighter
Finished Submissions:
Pertinax Islaran - CE Aquatic Tiefling Antipaladin, Vanderboren house guard
Aranda Slade - NE Drow Cleric, Vanderboren...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-16T11:25:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#152023-08-16T11:32:59Z2023-08-16T11:00:29Z<p>Also, if it's okay with everyone, I changed my character's alignment from LE to NE - I feel it fits in better with the direction I want his personality to take. As before, however, he will still be generally decent to others, with a good deal more neutrality than evil (but still an appreciable amount of evil).</p>Also, if it's okay with everyone, I changed my character's alignment from LE to NE - I feel it fits in better with the direction I want his personality to take. As before, however, he will still be generally decent to others, with a good deal more neutrality than evil (but still an appreciable amount of evil).Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-16T11:00:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay&page=2#562023-08-16T02:54:19Z2023-08-16T02:34:45Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sincerest apologies for the delay - I thought we were still waiting for Phntm888 to get better. I was under the impression we were leaving the secret police agent behind for the authorities to handle - after all, he's on their side. Also,</span> <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#40" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rilri was helping Hasdrubal carry the woman,</a> <span class=messageboard-ooc>if it's needed.</span></p>
<p>Rilri sets the woman down and helps her to her feet. <b>"I will try to help if I can. Incidentally, why were those stormtroopers chasing you?"</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Gotal wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"Considering some of us have likely made decisions that shall have quite long lasting repercussions..."</b></blockquote><p>Rilri shrugs. <b>"Repercussions or no, I feel it was the right decision to make. The Empire is a far cry from the Republic that was."</b> He glances between Gotal and Zikto. <b>"I served alongside Jedi such as yourselves during the war, and in those days, we fought enemy soldiers, not our own people!"</b> The Rodian snorts in derision at the memory of the incompetent stormtroopers. <b>"Of course, in those days, we knew how to aim properly! These days, any <i>sleemo</i> who wants to 'put the aliens in their place' gets a blaster and a commission!"</b>
<p>At Zikto's words, he extends a mottled green hand in greeting. <b>"Rilri of Clan Tonena, formerly Corporal of the Clan Tonena House Guard. A great honor to meet you, Jedi Zikto."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I'm envisioning this section as something like Brown Sector from <i>Babylon 5,</i> is that about accurate?</span></p>Sincerest apologies for the delay - I thought we were still waiting for Phntm888 to get better. I was under the impression we were leaving the secret police agent behind for the authorities to handle - after all, he's on their side. Also, Rilri was helping Hasdrubal carry the woman, if it's needed.
Rilri sets the woman down and helps her to her feet. "I will try to help if I can. Incidentally, why were those stormtroopers chasing you?"
Gotal wrote:"Considering some of us have likely made...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-16T02:34:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#132023-08-15T16:43:15Z2023-08-15T16:40:49Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aranda Slade wrote:</div><blockquote>Bester was a really good bad guy. Thanks for the clarification.</blockquote><p>No problem! And yes, Bester was definitely memorable. He only actually appeared in 12 episodes, but he was such an awesome villain that he seems like a major character. While I can't say I'm familiar with the media you reference, I appreciate the clarification on your part as well.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aranda Slade wrote:</div><blockquote>Plus she believes that the Vanderborens might not be dead, given the Machiavellian maneuvers of the Noble class.</blockquote><p>OOC, I think that's definitely a possibility. IC, Thanaton has a practical view of life and takes poorly to playing politics, hence why he didn't think the Vanderborens could have had personal enemies. In his mind, you make enemies by doing shoddy work or insulting people, and by insulting people he means deliberate, "punch-in-the-face-and-cuss-out" type of insults rather than subtle "served-wrong-wine-with-sautéed-mosasaurus-liver" insults.Aranda Slade wrote:Bester was a really good bad guy. Thanks for the clarification.
No problem! And yes, Bester was definitely memorable. He only actually appeared in 12 episodes, but he was such an awesome villain that he seems like a major character. While I can't say I'm familiar with the media you reference, I appreciate the clarification on your part as well. Aranda Slade wrote:Plus she believes that the Vanderborens might not be dead, given the Machiavellian maneuvers of the Noble
...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-15T16:40:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#112023-08-15T16:01:03Z2023-08-15T15:50:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aranda Slade wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>An evil person being callous? What are the odds?</span></blockquote><p>I understand completely OOC, but Thanaton's being taken aback was entirely from an in-character standpoint. I planned to base his personality off the character Alfred Bester from <i>Babylon 5.</i>[Spoiler omitted]
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As such, he acts decently towards others and isn't cruel for cruelty's sake, with the ruthlessness only coming into play (albeit immediately, in force, and without hesitation) when necessitated by his duties.</p>Aranda Slade wrote:An evil person being callous? What are the odds?
I understand completely OOC, but Thanaton's being taken aback was entirely from an in-character standpoint. I planned to base his personality off the character Alfred Bester from Babylon 5.[Spoiler omitted]
As such, he acts decently towards others and isn't cruel for cruelty's sake, with the ruthlessness only coming into play (albeit immediately, in force, and without hesitation) when necessitated by his duties.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-15T15:50:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#652023-08-15T03:23:03Z2023-08-15T03:10:27Z<p>Thanaton nods at Nathrae's words as the conversation shifts to killing the arboreal being. <b>"Perhaps there does not have to be <i>violence</i> at all, Master Culexis. We have no <i>compelling</i> reason to kill the creature, and many <i>more</i> convincing reasons <i>not</i> to. An explorer who has seen the <i>surface</i> is likely to be <i>protective</i> of a companion from the <i>overlands,</i> and he is certain to have the <i>patronage</i> of the <i>powerful.</i>"</b></p>
<p>Aranda's callousness regarding the Vanderborens' death, likewise, draws an incredulous look. <b>"Mistress is surely in <i>jest.</i> The Vanderborens were most <i>benevolent</i> employers - the least we can <i>give</i> them is a day of <i>mourning.</i> Matters of <i>business</i> can wait until the morrow - today, we should <i>remember</i> those who gave us <i>aid.</i> This is <i>customary.</i>"</b></p>Thanaton nods at Nathrae's words as the conversation shifts to killing the arboreal being. "Perhaps there does not have to be violence at all, Master Culexis. We have no compelling reason to kill the creature, and many more convincing reasons not to. An explorer who has seen the surface is likely to be protective of a companion from the overlands, and he is certain to have the patronage of the powerful."
Aranda's callousness regarding the Vanderborens' death, likewise, draws an incredulous...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-15T03:10:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#592023-08-14T21:13:06Z2023-08-14T21:05:56Z<p>Thanaton nods at Aranda's greeting, but speaks up at her demonstration of her animate skeleton. <b>"As a <i>matter</i> of fact, Mistress Slade, I was more <i>interested</i> in the new <i>arrival</i> and his <i>uplander</i> companion. Your <i>cadaverous</i> friend seems to harbor <i>distaste</i> for the vegetative being, and most skeletons' actions reflect the <i>desires</i> of their creators. What <i>grievance</i> do you bear against that creature?"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>After Aranda answers:</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (religion):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20</span></p>
<p>Thanaton nods. <b>"On an <i>unrelated</i> note, as you are affiliated with the <i>Urgathoan</i> religion, I would like to ask you a <i>question.</i> I had heard of a <i>subsect</i> of Urgathoans known as the <i>Order</i> of the <i>Tempered Scythe,</i> those who believe that the <i>hunger</i> associated with your faith is more <i>metaphorical</i> and who live an <i>abstemious</i> lifestyle. What is the Church's <i>position</i> on such beliefs? Do you feel that there will be a <i>schism?</i>"</b></p>Thanaton nods at Aranda's greeting, but speaks up at her demonstration of her animate skeleton. "As a matter of fact, Mistress Slade, I was more interested in the new arrival and his uplander companion. Your cadaverous friend seems to harbor distaste for the vegetative being, and most skeletons' actions reflect the desires of their creators. What grievance do you bear against that creature?"
After Aranda answers:
[dice=Knowledge (religion)]1d20+9[/dice]
Thanaton nods. "On an unrelated...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-14T21:05:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Savage Tide in the Darklands pre-game DiscussionThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/discussion#102023-08-14T01:51:02Z2023-08-14T01:47:26Z<p>Sincerest apologies for not posting in this thread sooner - I didn't realize a discussion thread had already been linked for the pre-game selection scene. I have not played Savage Tide at all and know little about it, but I understand it goes through Level 20, unlike many later APs.</p>Sincerest apologies for not posting in this thread sooner - I didn't realize a discussion thread had already been linked for the pre-game selection scene. I have not played Savage Tide at all and know little about it, but I understand it goes through Level 20, unlike many later APs.Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-14T01:47:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay&page=2#522023-08-13T00:31:21Z2023-08-13T00:11:11Z<p>The smile flickers across Thanaton's face again, but he seems uncomfortable at Aranda's touch. <b>"Mistress Urgathoan is clearly in <i>jest.</i> This is a time of <i>mourning</i> for friends and <i>employers</i> - hardly the time for <i>revelry.</i>"</b> He bows, motioning towards the buffet table and the others he had been conversing with - though he does take the opportunity to step back from the singer. <b>"Would Mistress care to <i>meet</i> some of the other guests <i>attendant?</i> Most of us served the late <i>Vanderborens</i> in one way or another - translators, guards, stevedores - but we <i>mourn</i> their passing as keenly as any <i>other.</i> They were most <i>benevolent</i> and <i>generous</i> employers. If you <i>would</i> follow me?"</b> <i>Towards the banquet table - and away from the explorer and his strange companion! I am sure he has many fascinating stories to tell, and I am sure that removing this woman from his presence will avoid... </i>incidents<i> that might make him reluctant to speak.</i></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If Aranda follows him:</span></p>
<p>As Thanaton reaches the banquet table, he introduces his fellow guests to the large priestess. <b>"Mistress <i>Urgathoan</i>, these are the fellow <i>employees</i> of the Vanderborens."</b> He gestures to each in turn as he states their names. <b>"Master <i>Pertinax,</i> Mistress <i>Khalazza,</i> and Master <i>Culexis.</i> We were until recently <i>joined</i> by Mistress Shikki, but she has been <i>called</i> away to speak with our <i>august</i> explorer guest and his <i>unique</i> and <i>irreplaceable</i> verdant companion."</b> At this, he gives a significant glance at the skeleton that recently attempted to destroy said plant-like being. After a moment, however, his gaze returns to Aranda. <b>"As I said, most of us <i>served</i> the Vanderborens at some point or another, and I for one <i>hope</i> to serve their children as <i>faithfully.</i> I myself was an <i>interpreter</i> in Lord Verik's <i>archaeological</i> expeditions. What of <i>yourself?</i> Are you a <i>relative</i> of our late benefactors?"</b></p>The smile flickers across Thanaton's face again, but he seems uncomfortable at Aranda's touch. "Mistress Urgathoan is clearly in jest. This is a time of mourning for friends and employers - hardly the time for revelry." He bows, motioning towards the buffet table and the others he had been conversing with - though he does take the opportunity to step back from the singer. "Would Mistress care to meet some of the other guests attendant? Most of us served the late Vanderborens in one way or...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-13T00:11:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay#482023-08-10T19:31:33Z2023-08-10T19:14:26Z<p>Seeing the new arrival and his verdant companion approach the table, Thanaton stares in curiosity but not hostility, interested in this new arrival who has clearly seen the surface. As Kora approaches with the new guest, he bows his head and steps out of the way of the Vanderborens' majordomo. At Shikki's statement, he nods to the diminutive ratfolk. <b>"I <i>hope</i> for much the same <i>outcome,</i> Mistress Shikki."</b></p>
<p>Watching the small group leave, he makes a comment to those he had been talking to, pitching his voice so it can only be heard by those near him. <span class=messageboard-ooc>That is, most of the prospective PCs, except Shikki, who just left. Probably not Aranda either, unless she is at the banquet table. Certainly not the arguing Kellanis.</span> <b><span class=tiny>"We had best <i>leave</i> matters of 'blood <i>purity</i>' to the highborn. Tradesmen like <i>ourselves</i> need only concern ourselves with whether our peers are <i>competent</i> or <i>incompetent.</i> Irrespective of her <i>ancestry,</i> Mistress Shikki seems most <i>competent.</i> I wish more <i>understood</i> this."</span></b></p>
<p>At Nathrae's comment, a smirk flashes across his face and is gone just as quickly. <b>"This is <i>so.</i> As I said, the Vanderborens were most <i>generous</i> employers. I am sure their <i>open-mindedness</i> is represented in their surviving children."</b> He smiles, not the brief, friendly smirk he has had until now, but a lengthy, menacing smile that shows off far more fangs than should fit into an ordinary mouth. <b>"If there was <i>indeed</i> foul play in their deaths, I would <i>like</i> to find those who <i>killed</i> them. I doubt the <i>killers</i> will like it, however."</b></p>
<p>He notices Aranda's minion move towards the plant-like being and stop. His empty eyes take in the skeletal limbs of the hooded figure and the portly singer who gives it commands, and he moves towards the priestess. <b>"<i>Greetings.</i> I gather from your <i>fleshless</i> companion and your singularly <i>hedonistic</i> worldview that you are an <i>Urgathoan?</i>"</b> He extends an emaciated hand in greeting. <b>"I am Thanaton <i>Sirov,</i> journeyman of Witchwarden <i>Tower.</i>"</b></p>Seeing the new arrival and his verdant companion approach the table, Thanaton stares in curiosity but not hostility, interested in this new arrival who has clearly seen the surface. As Kora approaches with the new guest, he bows his head and steps out of the way of the Vanderborens' majordomo. At Shikki's statement, he nods to the diminutive ratfolk. "I hope for much the same outcome, Mistress Shikki."
Watching the small group leave, he makes a comment to those he had been talking to,...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-10T19:14:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay#402023-08-09T21:55:50Z2023-08-09T21:48:09Z<p>Thanaton listens intently to Pertinax's words as he describes how his family influenced his religious upbringing. His hooves clack against the tile floor as he shifts his weight. <b>"I have heard such <i>sentiments</i> as well, Master Islaran. I cannot of course say what my mother <i>thought</i> of my nature, as she <i>perished</i> in my youth, but many nobles feel that 'my <i>kind</i>' is unworthy of learning magic."</b> A smirk flashes across his face and is gone in an instant. <b>"<i>Few</i> who have met Guildmistress Seoni <i>articulate</i> such statements within her <i>earshot.</i>"</b></p>
<p>As Liamae and the Jade Ravens introduce themselves, he smiles briefly, taking Zan's offered hand in a handshake. <b>"A great <i>pleasure</i> to meet you all. I hope we will <i>have</i> the opportunity to work together in the employ of <i>Lady</i> Lavinia and Lord <i>Vanthus</i>."</b></p>
<p>The young guildsman recognizes Shikki's unease, addressing the ratfolk next. <b>"You are a <i>professional,</i> are you not, Mistress Shikki? As you are <i>not</i> of my own guild, I address you as I <i>would</i> a senior guildsman. This is <i>customary,</i> yes?"</b></p>
<p>In a lull in the conversation, Thanaton listens to the singer's message of revelry and excess, a frown on his face. <b>"A most <i>short-sighted</i> sentiment. Master Culexis has the right of it - true pleasure is only attainable through <i>asceticism.</i>"</b> He takes a spiced segment of giant millipede from the bowl on the banquet table. <b>"I have eaten nothing else today, so I derive greater <i>satisfaction</i> from this food than I would have if I had <i>glutted</i> myself on such fare since waking. Those who wish to <i>enjoy</i> life must practice both <i>discipline</i> and <i>self-denial.</i>"</b></p>Thanaton listens intently to Pertinax's words as he describes how his family influenced his religious upbringing. His hooves clack against the tile floor as he shifts his weight. "I have heard such sentiments as well, Master Islaran. I cannot of course say what my mother thought of my nature, as she perished in my youth, but many nobles feel that 'my kind' is unworthy of learning magic." A smirk flashes across his face and is gone in an instant. "Few who have met Guildmistress Seoni...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-09T21:48:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay#332023-08-08T17:41:03Z2023-08-08T17:28:50Z<p>Thanaton is mildly confused when Nathrae's mood darkens, one eyebrow slightly raising as he considers the situation. <i>Why would the Vanderborens' academic background matter? Does this have something to do with the corporal's "military incident?"</i> While he's perfectly happy to wait until later to question Nathrae, he does speak up in defense of his employer. <b>"Master Culexis <i>merely</i> stated that the Vanderborens were his patrons, not his <i>teachers.</i> All I know of my employers' academic <i>credentials</i> is that Lord <i>Verik</i> was interested in history, but I <i>doubt</i> that they were healers."</b> He leans in and whispers in a low voice to Nathrae, attempting to ensure her privacy. <b><span class=tiny>"Mistress Khalazza, whatever injury you <i>recieved,</i> I am sure the Vanderborens <i>did</i> all they could. They were loyal to their <i>employees.</i>"</b></span></p>
<p>As the conversation shifts to sailors' inability to swim, Thanaton nods at the words of Pertinax. <b>"This is <i>so.</i> My youth was spent in the Azure <i>District,</i> and the sailors there stated that drowning is less <i>risk</i> than certain other hazards. Many do <i>not</i> learn to swim - if a sailor falls overboard, it does not <i>matter</i> whether she drowns or is killed by an <i>aquatic</i> animal."</b></p>
<p>Shikki's speculation gives him pause for a moment, however. <b>"Your point is <i>compelling,</i> Mistress Shikki. Even so, I cannot <i>imagine</i> that Lord Verik and Lady Larissa would have had personal <i>enemies.</i> I know for certain that they were <i>generous</i> to the trade guilds - Guildmistress <i>Seoni</i> spoke most highly of Lady <i>Larissa.</i> If any bore a grudge, it must be <i>against</i> the whole family. Perhaps their <i>children</i> need loyal servants now more than ever."</b></p>
<p>He turns to the four others at the banquet table. <b>"What of <i>yourselves?</i> I do not know you. For what <i>purpose</i> have you come to mourn the Vanderborens?"</b>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Addressing the four NPCs already at the table when Nathrae arrived.</span></p>Thanaton is mildly confused when Nathrae's mood darkens, one eyebrow slightly raising as he considers the situation. Why would the Vanderborens' academic background matter? Does this have something to do with the corporal's "military incident?" While he's perfectly happy to wait until later to question Nathrae, he does speak up in defense of his employer. "Master Culexis merely stated that the Vanderborens were his patrons, not his teachers. All I know of my employers' academic credentials is...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-08T17:28:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay#202023-08-07T21:41:08Z2023-08-07T21:32:45Z<p>As the ratfolk speaks, Thanaton turns to her, nodding in assent at her statement. <b>"This is <i>so.</i> The Vanderborens were good friends to my <i>guild,</i> and Lord Verik was a most <i>forthright</i> and honest man.</b> He looks at Shikki for a moment. <b>"Shall I <i>assume,</i> then, that you were in the Vanderborens' <i>employ?</i> If so, may I inquire as to your <i>area</i> of expertise?</b></p>
<p>The mage listens intently as the ex-corporal speaks, bowing his head briefly and stiffly once she finishes. <b>"I was <i>honored</i> to serve Lord Verik as a <i>translator,</i> and I am <i>sorry</i> you did not have the chance to do the <i>same.</i> It is my <i>hope</i> that the surviving Vanderborens are <i>amenable</i> to a continuation of my <i>employment,</i> and I would <i>welcome</i> the chance to serve their house."</b></p>As the ratfolk speaks, Thanaton turns to her, nodding in assent at her statement. "This is so. The Vanderborens were good friends to my guild, and Lord Verik was a most forthright and honest man. He looks at Shikki for a moment. "Shall I assume, then, that you were in the Vanderborens' employ? If so, may I inquire as to your area of expertise?
The mage listens intently as the ex-corporal speaks, bowing his head briefly and stiffly once she finishes. "I was honored to serve Lord Verik as a...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-07T21:32:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Savage Tide in the Darklands - Pre-gameThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/gameplay#182023-08-07T21:21:10Z2023-08-07T20:21:56Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sincerest apologies for the delay. It was a hectic day at the lab yesterday, and I didn't get home until 3 in the morning.</span></p>
<p>The next to arrive is a tall, gaunt figure in the high-collared red mantle of the Witchwarden Tower Arcanists' Guild. Like the warrior in Vanderboren garb, he appears to be of mixed drow and... <i>extraplanar</i> blood. Beneath two small horns buried in his neat hair, a pair of eyes like empty pits look out onto the room, surveying the attendant guests. An emaciated hand extends from the mantle, clutching a long staff of bone in a death grip. His movements are quick and jerky, and any close enough to him smell faint whiffs of blood and embalming fluid.</p>
<p>At the sight of the squabbling drow, he grimaces briefly before his face resumes its usual dour expression. <i>Nobles. Best not to meddle in their affairs without cause.</i></p>
<p>Noticing the knot of guests around the table, Thanaton moves in that direction himself, arriving just in time to hear the ascetic man's comments. His voice is a flat monotone punctuated at irregular intervals by strange inflections. <b>"<i>Indeed.</i> The late Vanderborens were most generous and <i>trustworthy</i> employers, and they will be sorely <i>missed.</i>"</b></p>
<p>He looks around at the other guests. <b>"Allow me to <i>introduce</i> myself. I am Thanaton <i>Sirov</i>. I frequently <i>worked</i> with Lord Verik in his <i>archaeological</i> pursuits. May I <i>inquire</i> as to your <i>relation</i> to the Vanderborens?"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Thanaton is directing his query to both the other members of the party and the armed group of four.</span></p>Sincerest apologies for the delay. It was a hectic day at the lab yesterday, and I didn't get home until 3 in the morning.
The next to arrive is a tall, gaunt figure in the high-collared red mantle of the Witchwarden Tower Arcanists' Guild. Like the warrior in Vanderboren garb, he appears to be of mixed drow and... extraplanar blood. Beneath two small horns buried in his neat hair, a pair of eyes like empty pits look out onto the room, surveying the attendant guests. An emaciated hand...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-07T20:21:56ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#722023-08-05T03:51:02Z2023-08-05T03:14:45Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Edward Sobel wrote:</div><blockquote><p>The back story looks good - my only concern would be what loyalties would he even have to the Vanderboren house should the situation arise. I mean would your character be the sort to abandon them if the pay wasn't enough or if they asked you to perform a mission that might not further your personal goals but rather the goals of the Vanderboren house as a whole?</p>
<p>As far as the severed head... not so sure about that might be a little too much.</blockquote><p>Thanks for the feedback! I'm trying my best to avoid crossing the line too far with this character - I'll be sure to make the adjustments you requested. Also, just to clarify (I will be removing it either way), it was a severed hand, rather than a severed head. It was a stupid idea anyway, but it feels a little less insane that way, more along the lines of how some wizards carry around a <i>hand of the mage</i> magic item rather than "madman who talks to the severed heads of his enemies."
<p>As for the loyalty issue, I probably should have made it clearer in my character's profile - the fault is with me. My character has a very broad view of what constitutes "advancing his plans," and his philosophy for social interaction is based on the concept of enlightened self-interest. To him, becoming known as a loyal minion to a noble house, even a relatively minor one like House Vanderboren, would be worth a certain amount of self-sacrifice. He is thoroughly loyal to the Vanderborens - his impression of them has been of honest and forthright dealings, and he has no issue with demonstrating his genuine appreciation to an employer he is sure won't immediately betray him. As I said in my character's introduction, he is intelligent about his villainy, and abandoning an ally or stabbing them in the back (metaphorically or literally) is not something he would generally do.</p>
<p>My character is not entirely mercenary or unreasonable - alignment-wise, he is extremely lawful and only moderately evil. He realizes that sometimes, he has to do good things in the pursuit of the greater evil.</p>Edward Sobel wrote:The back story looks good - my only concern would be what loyalties would he even have to the Vanderboren house should the situation arise. I mean would your character be the sort to abandon them if the pay wasn't enough or if they asked you to perform a mission that might not further your personal goals but rather the goals of the Vanderboren house as a whole?
As far as the severed head... not so sure about that might be a little too much.
Thanks for the feedback! I'm...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-05T03:14:45ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#552023-08-04T00:22:59Z2023-08-03T23:44:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">CucumberTree wrote:</div><blockquote>Another one...so many undead</blockquote><p>In fairness, the character was originally an Undead Master - I had switched him to a basic wizard shortly after submitting him, but I thought I might switch him back.
<p>Also, as far as I can tell, there are currently only two "skeleton lord"-type characters, and our characters will fill different but potentially complementary roles, both in combat (I was doing an unorthodox build focused on supporting a smaller number of elite minions) and in social situations (my character is a straight-laced, dour scholar with a focus on Knowledge skills, your character is a hedonistic cleric who eats children and focuses primarily on Intimidate).</p>
<p>If you have a moment, GM, would you be willing to look over my character's backstory, personality and the like, make sure it fits in with both the campaign setting and the general tone of the campaign? I've been trying to toe the line regarding "evil, but less evil than the rest of Telderist," but I'm worried I've crossed the line somewhere - as currently written, my character carries around his mother's severed hand, is that too dark? I don't <i>think</i> I'm conflicting with anything in the player's guide, but I just wanted to check.</p>CucumberTree wrote:Another one...so many undead
In fairness, the character was originally an Undead Master - I had switched him to a basic wizard shortly after submitting him, but I thought I might switch him back. Also, as far as I can tell, there are currently only two "skeleton lord"-type characters, and our characters will fill different but potentially complementary roles, both in combat (I was doing an unorthodox build focused on supporting a smaller number of elite minions) and in...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-03T23:44:34ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting&page=2#522023-08-03T19:13:24Z2023-08-03T19:12:46Z<p>On second thought, I was going to add the Undead Master archetype to Thanaton, if it's okay with the GM.</p>
<p>Additionally, I have a quick question for the GM regarding templates - could they be added later in the campaign? Specifically, could my necromancer character become a lich?</p>On second thought, I was going to add the Undead Master archetype to Thanaton, if it's okay with the GM.
Additionally, I have a quick question for the GM regarding templates - could they be added later in the campaign? Specifically, could my necromancer character become a lich?Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-03T19:12:46ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting#492023-08-03T11:32:58Z2023-08-03T11:02:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Trevor Culexis wrote:</div><blockquote> (Tries to see Suny as evil nasty and fails) </blockquote><p>Evil doesn't necessarily mean nasty. In <i>The Brothers Karamazov,</i> the Russian Extentialist novelist Fyodor Mikhailovitch Dostoyevsky made a number of philosophical statements on the nature of evil. In the depths of Ivan Fyodorovitch Karamazov's brain fever in Book Eleven, he was visited by the Devil, who appeared as a sort of mid-ranking clerk of no real initiative or ambition. He wasn't portrayed as cruel or even particularly unpleasant, suggesting that rather than active evil by those who know their actions are wrong, true evil is those with neutral or even good intentions unable or unwilling to realize their actions are wrong, or even those who know their actions are wrong but are unwilling to change (see his famous story <i>The Grand Inquisitor</i>).
<p>Likewise, Raistlin from the <i>Dragonlance Chronicles</i> is a great example of an evil character capable of working with a neutral/good group - he's undoubtedly evil, but it mostly manifests as being vaguely snarky and unpleasant, as the realization of his evil plans happens to require him to vanquish the greater evil with the paladins.</p>
<p>Not every evil character is going to be <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkzptjhCkbs" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">this guy</a>, though many undoubtedly will.</p>Trevor Culexis wrote:(Tries to see Suny as evil nasty and fails)
Evil doesn't necessarily mean nasty. In The Brothers Karamazov, the Russian Extentialist novelist Fyodor Mikhailovitch Dostoyevsky made a number of philosophical statements on the nature of evil. In the depths of Ivan Fyodorovitch Karamazov's brain fever in Book Eleven, he was visited by the Devil, who appeared as a sort of mid-ranking clerk of no real initiative or ambition. He wasn't portrayed as cruel or even particularly...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-03T11:02:01ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting#362023-08-01T03:22:59Z2023-08-01T03:12:38Z<p>Apologies for the delay - I know I said I'd have it done yesterday in its entirety, but I now have the first part of Thanaton's backstory up. Tomorrow, I'll try and work in how he met the Vanderborens and see if I can expand the personality/appearance section a bit more, in addition to tweaking the equipment list with the new windfall. If you have time, GM, would you be willing to review what I have up and provide some feedback?</p>Apologies for the delay - I know I said I'd have it done yesterday in its entirety, but I now have the first part of Thanaton's backstory up. Tomorrow, I'll try and work in how he met the Vanderborens and see if I can expand the personality/appearance section a bit more, in addition to tweaking the equipment list with the new windfall. If you have time, GM, would you be willing to review what I have up and provide some feedback?Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-08-01T03:12:38ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Savage Tide - With a twist official recruitmentThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmzz/recruiting#72023-07-30T03:48:25Z2023-07-30T03:35:40Z<p>Presenting Thanaton Sirov, the LE tiefling necromancer, for consideration. Originally hailing from the Azure District, he was trained as a mage in the Noble District, and he adventures as part of an ambitious but poorly-planned plot to unify the Darklands under his banner. Crunch is done, I plan on fleshing out the backstory tomorrow.</p>
<p>Something to note, especially given my own experiences with evil PCs at my home table and how I have seen several Way of the Wicked campaigns go on these forums: Thanaton is LE with a megalomaniacal plot to rival that of a James Bond villain, but he's not unreasonable or even overly unpleasant - he's an enthusiastic "team player" extremely unlikely to stab his allies in the back, and while his motives for adventuring are far from altruistic, he will stand firm against any force that threatens Telderist (and by extension, his plans). If left to his own devices, he could easily become a campaign boss for a team of good-aligned heroes, but for a Darklands campaign, he's comparatively benevolent.</p>Presenting Thanaton Sirov, the LE tiefling necromancer, for consideration. Originally hailing from the Azure District, he was trained as a mage in the Noble District, and he adventures as part of an ambitious but poorly-planned plot to unify the Darklands under his banner. Crunch is done, I plan on fleshing out the backstory tomorrow.
Something to note, especially given my own experiences with evil PCs at my home table and how I have seen several Way of the Wicked campaigns go on these...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-30T03:35:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition DiscussionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/discussion#422023-07-24T14:11:02Z2023-07-24T14:08:47Z<p>Hope you and your wife are feeling better, Phntm888.</p>Hope you and your wife are feeling better, Phntm888.Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-24T14:08:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=5#2462023-07-21T17:31:03Z2023-07-21T17:24:24Z<p>As Shekla and William are mauled by the tree's mouth, Travoril hesitates, torn between fleeing and leaving his companions to die or standing firm and risking death himself. After a moment, however, he rushes back under the tree's boughs, trying to recall the words for a spell that might save the two battle-mages. <b>"Here, Mister William! I can help!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Cure Moderate Wounds HP Restored:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">2d8 + 3 ⇒ (6, 3) + 3 = 12</span></p>
<p>After he heals William, he turns to the Uriak sorcerer in the tree's grip. <b>"Hold on, Miss Shekla! I will come to your aid as soon as I can!"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Close to his previous position in the marching order. Turn and cast Cure Moderate Wounds on William.
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I'll try and get to you next round, Shekla.</span></p>As Shekla and William are mauled by the tree's mouth, Travoril hesitates, torn between fleeing and leaving his companions to die or standing firm and risking death himself. After a moment, however, he rushes back under the tree's boughs, trying to recall the words for a spell that might save the two battle-mages. "Here, Mister William! I can help!"
[dice=Cure Moderate Wounds HP Restored]2d8+3[/dice]
After he heals William, he turns to the Uriak sorcerer in the tree's grip. "Hold on, Miss...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-21T17:24:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#452023-07-20T02:59:27Z2023-07-20T02:50:13Z<p>Rilri turns to look at Gotal as the Umbaran speaks. He seems to consider the Force-wielder for an instant. After a moment, however, he points towards the maintenance hatch he spotted (though he is careful not to drop the unconscious woman). <b>"Most wise, Master Jedi. There seems to be a maintenance hatch of some sort there. We can use that to escape when - <i>Ace,</i> you called him? - finishes his work."</b></p>
<p>He bows his head in greeting, though his features bear a degree of concern. <b>"I am Rilri, of Clan Tonena. Are you injured? It looked like you were grazed in the firefight."</b></p>Rilri turns to look at Gotal as the Umbaran speaks. He seems to consider the Force-wielder for an instant. After a moment, however, he points towards the maintenance hatch he spotted (though he is careful not to drop the unconscious woman). "Most wise, Master Jedi. There seems to be a maintenance hatch of some sort there. We can use that to escape when - Ace, you called him? - finishes his work."
He bows his head in greeting, though his features bear a degree of concern. "I am Rilri, of Clan...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-20T02:50:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition DiscussionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/discussion#402023-07-20T02:39:28Z2023-07-20T02:31:32Z<p>I'm sorry to hear that, and I hope your wife gets well soon!</p>I'm sorry to hear that, and I hope your wife gets well soon!Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-20T02:31:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#402023-07-17T03:13:06Z2023-07-17T03:03:13Z<p>Rilri rushes to the unconscious woman at the unknown human's call for aid, helping to carry her off the Promenade. The Rodian nods his head towards the medical center he had been bound for before the firefight. <b>"Delgas Medical Supplies is right there, friend, but this R2 unit is right - it would be safer elsewhere. My own medical experience is limited, but I'll do what I can to aid her."</b></p>
<p>He looks at the stunned Imperial informant, his face suggesting inner conflict between hatred for the tyrannical regime's supporter and pity at a helpless person in need of aid. After a moment, however, pity seems to win out, and he sighs. <b>"We should bring him, too - make sure his condition is stable. Enemy or no, if he's injured, he needs help."</b></p>Rilri rushes to the unconscious woman at the unknown human's call for aid, helping to carry her off the Promenade. The Rodian nods his head towards the medical center he had been bound for before the firefight. "Delgas Medical Supplies is right there, friend, but this R2 unit is right - it would be safer elsewhere. My own medical experience is limited, but I'll do what I can to aid her."
He looks at the stunned Imperial informant, his face suggesting inner conflict between hatred for the...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-17T03:03:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=5#2352023-07-13T10:31:52Z2023-07-13T10:23:50Z<p>Travoril moves 30 ft back along the dock, trying to get out of range of the grasping tendrils, then fires a shot from his crossbow into the tree. <b>"<i>Ilyandrosara edarok!</i> What in the Tarterian Depths of Carceri is this thing?"</b></p>
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<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Crossbow Attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Travoril's CMD is 15, so the tree barely missed grappling him. With luck, it shouldn't get another chance.</span></p>Travoril moves 30 ft back along the dock, trying to get out of range of the grasping tendrils, then fires a shot from his crossbow into the tree. "Ilyandrosara edarok! What in the Tarterian Depths of Carceri is this thing?"
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Travoril's CMD is 15, so the tree barely missed grappling him. With luck, it shouldn't get another chance.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-13T10:23:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=7#3432023-07-13T10:11:52Z2023-07-13T10:09:11Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies, I could have sworn I rolled initiative here a few days ago.</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Initiative:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22</span></p>Apologies, I could have sworn I rolled initiative here a few days ago.
[dice=Initiative]1d20+2[/dice]Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-13T10:09:11ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Council of Thieves: Dragoncat Edition! A Recruitment ThreadMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmyw/recruiting#32023-07-08T01:47:25Z2023-07-08T01:47:25Z<p>I am distinctly interested. My current character concept was an aasimar bard of some sort - an operatic tenor who would fill the traditional bard role of face in social situations and support in combat situations. I'll try to get a character made as soon as possible.</p>I am distinctly interested. My current character concept was an aasimar bard of some sort - an operatic tenor who would fill the traditional bard role of face in social situations and support in combat situations. I'll try to get a character made as soon as possible.Mokmurian the Great2023-07-08T01:47:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#292023-07-08T00:18:04Z2023-07-08T00:18:04Z<p>With the reveal of the second Jedi and the dispatch of three foes, Rilri feels far more confident in his position. <b>"For the Republic that was! For the Jedi!"</b> He takes careful aim, lining up his shot with the looted blaster rifle, then fires off a shot at the Imperial loyalist hiding behind the stack of crates.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Blaster Rifle Attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d8 ⇒ (5, 1, 6) = 12</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Aim (2 swift actions)
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Blaster Rifle Attack (1 standard action)</span></p>With the reveal of the second Jedi and the dispatch of three foes, Rilri feels far more confident in his position. "For the Republic that was! For the Jedi!" He takes careful aim, lining up his shot with the looted blaster rifle, then fires off a shot at the Imperial loyalist hiding behind the stack of crates.
[dice=Blaster Rifle Attack]1d20+4[/dice]
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Aim (2 swift actions)
Blaster Rifle Attack (1 standard action)Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-08T00:18:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#262023-07-06T13:06:46Z2023-07-06T13:06:46Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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[Spoiler omitted]Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-07-06T13:06:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#202023-06-28T10:23:16Z2023-06-28T10:23:16Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Persuasion:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 0 ⇒ (10) + 0 = 10</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>About what I expected - Rilri's goal here isn't actually to convince the stormtroopers to leave, though if it did happen, he wouldn't complain. Rather, his seemingly diplomatic approach is basically an excuse to get close enough to the stormtroopers to zap them with his stun baton. Cover may not do him a lot of good, but he can certainly mess with the troopers' ability to find cover with AoOs and melee attacks.</span></p>[dice=Persuasion]1d20+0[/dice]
About what I expected - Rilri's goal here isn't actually to convince the stormtroopers to leave, though if it did happen, he wouldn't complain. Rather, his seemingly diplomatic approach is basically an excuse to get close enough to the stormtroopers to zap them with his stun baton. Cover may not do him a lot of good, but he can certainly mess with the troopers' ability to find cover with AoOs and melee attacks.Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-28T10:23:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#172023-06-24T03:07:54Z2023-06-24T03:07:54Z<p>Sweat beads on Rilri's forehead as he takes in the scene. <i>This is bad - this situation is about two seconds from descending into open combat, and I'm in the open armed with only a stun baton. Still, someone needs help, so I may as well make the best of a bad circumstance - who knows? Perhaps this can be resolved peacefully, though I doubt it.</i></p>
<p>The Rodian strides towards the troopers, surreptitiously slipping his stun baton from its sheath. <b>"Hold on - Imperial citizens still have rights. Who is this human and what has she been charged with?"</b> He glares at the two stormtroopers. <b>"Takes two of the Empire's finest to subdue one unarmed woman, does it?"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I am currently posting from my phone, which makes it difficult to use Roll20. Apologies for any inconvenience. Move 6 squares towards the Stormtroopers, draw stun baton. I'm relatively new to the system, but as Rilri has no ranged weapons at the moment, I'm hoping to get close enough that their blasters become a disadvantage against an opponent in melee range. Please let me know if this idea is stupid.</span></p>Sweat beads on Rilri's forehead as he takes in the scene. This is bad - this situation is about two seconds from descending into open combat, and I'm in the open armed with only a stun baton. Still, someone needs help, so I may as well make the best of a bad circumstance - who knows? Perhaps this can be resolved peacefully, though I doubt it.
The Rodian strides towards the troopers, surreptitiously slipping his stun baton from its sheath. "Hold on - Imperial citizens still have rights. Who...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-24T03:07:54ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: GM Wolf's Carrion CrownMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxv/recruiting#342023-06-19T22:05:13Z2023-06-19T22:05:13Z<p>I have most of my character's crunch and backstory done, but will be unable to post it until Thursday. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.</p>I have most of my character's crunch and backstory done, but will be unable to post it until Thursday. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.Mokmurian the Great2023-06-19T22:05:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition - GameplayRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/gameplay#52023-06-19T22:01:36Z2023-06-19T22:01:36Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13</span></p>
<p>As the battered bulk of the <i>Horizon Glory</i> approaches Sel Zonn, Rilri pays it little mind, instead focusing on the various pre-landing tasks he must complete to ensure his medical equipment is not damaged in the transition from ship's gravity to station's gravity. <i>Seems a decent enough destination - little different from many in the Outer Rim.</i> As he exits the ship, he grabs his first-aid kit and his stun baton. After a moment's thought, he decides not to take his father's antique blaster rifle, unsure of the station's regulations regarding such objects.</p>
<p>Exiting the ship and interacting with the bored customs official, the Rodian finds his way down to the Promenade, where the sign labeled "Delgas Medical Supplies" catches his eye. <i>Surely they have some surgical equipment.</i> As he makes his way towards the shop, he notices the four humans loitering around the Promenade. His military training kicking in, his hand strays to his stun baton as he slows his pace, and he keeps the strangers in his line of sight as he moves towards the shop - the four men have some other business in the crowded area, one possibly at odds with the station security.</p>[dice=Perception]1d20+6[/dice]
As the battered bulk of the Horizon Glory approaches Sel Zonn, Rilri pays it little mind, instead focusing on the various pre-landing tasks he must complete to ensure his medical equipment is not damaged in the transition from ship's gravity to station's gravity. Seems a decent enough destination - little different from many in the Outer Rim. As he exits the ship, he grabs his first-aid kit and his stun baton. After a moment's thought, he decides not to take...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-19T22:01:36ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: GM Wolf's Carrion CrownMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxv/recruiting#42023-06-18T17:25:38Z2023-06-18T17:02:57Z<p>I am certainly interested. I will have limited internet access until the 22nd, but I will try to make a character as soon as I can.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (2, 5, 2, 6) = 15</span> = 13
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (6, 5, 4, 6) = 21</span> = 17
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (2, 6, 1, 2) = 11</span> = 10
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (6, 6, 6, 4) = 22</span> = 18
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (4, 3, 3, 3) = 13</span> = 10
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (3, 3, 2, 6) = 14</span> = 12
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d6 ⇒ (6, 1, 5, 3) = 15</span> = 14</p>
<p>Stat array seems quite good. I may try an alchemist character - perhaps a crypt breaker serving as the party rogue?</p>I am certainly interested. I will have limited internet access until the 22nd, but I will try to make a character as soon as I can.
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 13
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 17
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 10
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 18
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 10
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 12
[dice]4d6[/dice] = 14
Stat array seems quite good. I may try an alchemist character - perhaps a crypt breaker serving as the party rogue?Mokmurian the Great2023-06-18T17:02:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition DiscussionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/discussion#142023-06-17T03:32:25Z2023-06-17T03:32:25Z<p>As far as backstory is concerned, I tried to keep my character's background relatively open-ended. The most obvious direct connections I can see are between Rilri and either R2-AC, who could have worked as the astrogator aboard the <i>Horizon Glory,</i> or Sai'liana'yi Vanyari, who could have subcontracted Vral'Rigad Freight for some business venture or other. Alternatively, I heavily implied in my backstory that Rilri's boss, Ven Vral'Rigad, was smuggling weapons to resistance groups, so my character may be inadvertently mixed up with Telzha (Jaath's friend) and her group.</p>
<p>Likewise, members of the Jedi Order or those who worked with them (Gotal, Zikto, and R2-AC) may have worked with Rilri's sister Kilra, a Jedi Watchman assigned to an obscure corner of the Outer Rim. Hope this helps.</p>As far as backstory is concerned, I tried to keep my character's background relatively open-ended. The most obvious direct connections I can see are between Rilri and either R2-AC, who could have worked as the astrogator aboard the Horizon Glory, or Sai'liana'yi Vanyari, who could have subcontracted Vral'Rigad Freight for some business venture or other. Alternatively, I heavily implied in my backstory that Rilri's boss, Ven Vral'Rigad, was smuggling weapons to resistance groups, so my...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-17T03:32:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga Edition DiscussionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/discussion#82023-06-16T16:55:32Z2023-06-16T16:55:32Z<p>Thanks so much for running this. I have made the requested changes to the alias - while I ordinarily post from my computer, meaning no major issues with Roll20, I will be out of town at a conference until the 22nd, and I will likely be primarily be posting from my phone until then.</p>Thanks so much for running this. I have made the requested changes to the alias - while I ordinarily post from my computer, meaning no major issues with Roll20, I will be out of town at a conference until the 22nd, and I will likely be primarily be posting from my phone until then.Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-16T16:55:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=7#3252023-06-16T16:25:12Z2023-06-16T16:24:41Z<p>Would Saurian be Greyhawk's version of Draconic, or are the two separate languages? If the two are equivalent, I can try to help with the diplomacy part, but if not, I'm afraid I can't do much.</p>Would Saurian be Greyhawk's version of Draconic, or are the two separate languages? If the two are equivalent, I can try to help with the diplomacy part, but if not, I'm afraid I can't do much.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-16T16:24:41ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga EditionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/recruiting&page=3#1122023-06-16T03:36:43Z2023-06-16T03:36:43Z<p>Sincerest apologies in my delay in updating my character - the last few weeks have been particularly busy at work. I bypassed both the purchasing issue and the bureaucracy check by switching the blaster rifle to a sporting blaster rifle. As for the backstory question, I added a line about how his sister could have gotten a contraband comlink at the Jedi Temple. I hope I'm not too late.</p>Sincerest apologies in my delay in updating my character - the last few weeks have been particularly busy at work. I bypassed both the purchasing issue and the bureaucracy check by switching the blaster rifle to a sporting blaster rifle. As for the backstory question, I added a line about how his sister could have gotten a contraband comlink at the Jedi Temple. I hope I'm not too late.Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-16T03:36:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=4#1612023-06-14T17:12:18Z2023-06-14T17:12:00Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>My apologies, GM - I believe I have fixed the issue now.</span></p>My apologies, GM - I believe I have fixed the issue now.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-14T17:12:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=4#1592023-06-14T17:02:39Z2023-06-14T16:51:43Z<p>As the rain of darts sweeps across the boat, Travoril panics, dropping his oar as he raises his arms to shield his face. Most of the darts miss him, but one sinks into his arm, causing him to yelp in pain.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fortitude Save:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21</span></p>
<p>Cowering behind the boat's gunwale, he calls out to the unseen attackers in Kyolan. <b>"Who's there? W-w-we mean you no harm!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28</span></p>
<p>When he receives no response, however, he straightens back up somewhat sheepishly and retrieves his oar. <span class=messageboard-ooc>This is assuming the oar stayed relatively stationary in the oarlock or fell to the deck of the ship - if it fell out altogether, disregard that statement.</span> As the boat is pulled along by the crocodile, the young priest scans the marsh to either side for enemies, his head swiveling back and forth as he searches for any other foes.</p>As the rain of darts sweeps across the boat, Travoril panics, dropping his oar as he raises his arms to shield his face. Most of the darts miss him, but one sinks into his arm, causing him to yelp in pain.
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Cowering behind the boat's gunwale, he calls out to the unseen attackers in Kyolan. "Who's there? W-w-we mean you no harm!"
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When he receives no response, however, he straightens back up somewhat sheepishly and retrieves...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-14T16:51:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=7#3122023-06-09T17:34:40Z2023-06-09T16:58:38Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DunwichStoryteller wrote:</div><blockquote><p><b>Travoril</b> can you please expound upon what you mean by a <b>"bit of faster-paced game"</b> what specifically are you requesting to see?</p>
<p>In that regard, again I try to give each player a chance to pursue their own desires, did we spend a lot of time on the boots, I would say not, we had a couple of posts interwoven within the other posts. The biggest amount of time was devoted to getting a basic map of the region, which I am sure is at least mediocrely useful in the short run but perhaps more useful in the long run. The only other element was trying to find an individual to enlighten the group. Granted it seems to have turned up empty results but does that mean those empty results are actually truly empty. Only time will tell.</blockquote><p>Your statements above and the overall tone of the game speak to a desire for promoting role-playing interactions between the players, which I can respect, and as an amateur GM myself, far be it from me to critique you harshly. However, as you have invited advice and asked for greater explanation on the advice I already gave, I would be doing both myself and you a disservice if I was dishonest with my analysis of the game. While as mentioned before I respect your dedication to role-playing, I feel that the approach used to foster it is somewhat counterproductive - from micro-managing the character creation process for close to a month to insisting that our characters are illiterate, I feel that most of the homebrew content so far has overly focused on the minutiae of the setting for maximum realism, which has hampered role-playing efforts.
<p>Though I have significant experience with in-person games, I am relatively new to the PbP forums, and I am currently participating in only <a href="https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">one</a> other campaign, which I was accepted to shortly before I applied to this one. However, the comparisons between the two have largely informed the suggestions I am making here. As mentioned before, both campaigns started at around the same time, but in the other campaign, we have managed to fit several meaningful roleplaying encounters and no less than four combat encounters into that time frame, whereas in this campaign, all we have managed to do is complete a number of tedious bookkeeping tasks and drive away three players.</p>
<p>Likewise, I feel that your classification of both Vilma and myself as simply desirous of "combat mongering" or "hack and slash" is something of an oversimplification. Before she left, Vilma was one of the most prolific posters in the campaign, and I myself find role-playing vastly preferable to combat. Statistics-wise, the fact that both of us placed significant skill points into skills almost useless in combat, such as Diplomacy, Linguistics, Sense Motive, and Craft, would reinforce this idea. I cannot speak for Vilma's player, but my stance is actually coming from the opposite direction - I feel that the insistence on adhering to both realism and RAW detracts from the roleplaying experience for all involved. It's not that I want the game to be a dungeon crawl that takes no brainpower, it's simply that I would prefer a system where I can spend my time and energy on crafting roleplaying hooks and interacting with the other characters rather than fiddling with useless systems like the weapon versus armor class adjustment tables.</p>
<p>The preparations for the expedition are a good example - the primary priority was on the specific items we purchased and whether we had the necessary expertise to use them, which is what I was referring to with my "two weeks squabbling over boots" comment. Personally, I feel that your goals of fostering roleplaying might be better served if we remove the tedium of an extended shopping trip - perhaps we make a Survival or Knowledge (nature) check and select an abstract "gear kit" with the items needed, rather than picking individual items? This way, our characters can still know what items we have in our packs and how to use them without either the players or the GM having to worry about the nuts and bolts of the exploration process, in much the same way that Travoril can decipher writing in an unknown language without his player needing a doctorate in computational linguistics. This streamlines the process while still facilitating roleplaying difficult encounters - if someone rolls low on the check, their "gear kit" can still be understocked or poorly chosen without having to worry about the largely meaningless details like which precise item fails. The end result is still the same, but the intermediate section, in this case the selection of the specific pieces of equipment, can be glossed for brevity without detracting from the roleplaying experience in any meaningful way.</p>
<p>As for suggested alterations, I stated above my suggestion for reducing the process of equipment selection to abstracts. Regarding ammunition, perhaps we could further abstract a tedious mechanic by stating that you need to pay a sum, say 5 SP, and take a trip into town each week to restock? To your question about carrying capacity I suggest a middle ground between overly complex rules and anarchy - there are many systems that simplify but do not fully cut out the carrying capacity process, such as the intuitive and simple Bulk system successfully implemented into both Starfinder and PF2E. Finally, I have no issue with characters speaking different languages - my character is a linguist, after all - but I would prefer if we could be up-front about the limitations of the setting rather than implementing ad-hoc changes and retcons like "Common doesn't exist" or "you can't learn Aklo" midway through the character creation process and liberally interspersed with the gameplay itself. Overall, I feel that your concerns are valid to an extent, but the way they are presented presupposes a dilemma - either the overly complicated RAW or diceless roleplaying - in situations where I feel there is a middle ground between frustration and a power trip.</p>
<p>While I understand Vilma's decision to leave the campaign, I will attempt to remain and believe that the campaign should continue, if not necessarily as-is. I hope we can have a productive discussion and come to a mutually agreeable conclusion that satisfies all parties.</p>DunwichStoryteller wrote:Travoril can you please expound upon what you mean by a "bit of faster-paced game" what specifically are you requesting to see?
In that regard, again I try to give each player a chance to pursue their own desires, did we spend a lot of time on the boots, I would say not, we had a couple of posts interwoven within the other posts. The biggest amount of time was devoted to getting a basic map of the region, which I am sure is at least mediocrely useful in the short run...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-09T16:58:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=3#1482023-06-08T14:41:40Z2023-06-08T14:41:40Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Salaha Driftmare wrote:</div><blockquote>"What exactly is our pathing? The swamp seems ill at ease, but that can be many issues. What is our stated quest, so that we can guide properly. It is good to know the goals so we may work together."</blockquote><p>Travoril speaks up from his space behind Salaha. <b>"Have you heard of the Wheezing Cough, Miss Salaha? It struck the town of Dunwich many years ago and killed many of the inhabitants."</b>
<p><b>"At the moment, all signs point towards a resurgence of the disease, necessitating action on our part to keep the town safe. The town apothecary reported a cure for the Cough, but it needs a number of rare ingredients - Elder Moss, Rat's Tail, and Ironbloom Mushrooms. Somewhere in this swamp is rumored to be a source of Elder Moss, as well as an arcanist who knows more about the cure."</b></p>Salaha Driftmare wrote:"What exactly is our pathing? The swamp seems ill at ease, but that can be many issues. What is our stated quest, so that we can guide properly. It is good to know the goals so we may work together."
Travoril speaks up from his space behind Salaha. "Have you heard of the Wheezing Cough, Miss Salaha? It struck the town of Dunwich many years ago and killed many of the inhabitants." "At the moment, all signs point towards a resurgence of the disease, necessitating action...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-08T14:41:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=7#3082023-06-08T13:51:26Z2023-06-08T13:51:26Z<p>Respectfully, I'm forced to agree with Vilma. I know I haven't posted very much in this campaign, but that's because I'm not sure exactly what to do - quite frankly, we've been squabbling for two weeks about which kind of boots to bring on the expedition. My sincerest apologies if anything I'm doing is holding the game up, but I myself wouldn't mind a bit of a faster-paced game.</p>Respectfully, I'm forced to agree with Vilma. I know I haven't posted very much in this campaign, but that's because I'm not sure exactly what to do - quite frankly, we've been squabbling for two weeks about which kind of boots to bring on the expedition. My sincerest apologies if anything I'm doing is holding the game up, but I myself wouldn't mind a bit of a faster-paced game.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-08T13:51:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=3#1462023-06-08T10:25:38Z2023-06-08T10:25:38Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Travoril's Str modifier is +1.</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 = 16</span></p>Travoril's Str modifier is +1.
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[dice=Strength]1d20+1[/dice]
[dice=Strength]1d20+1[/dice]
[dice=Strength]1d20+1[/dice]
[dice=Strength]1d20+1[/dice]Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-08T10:25:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=3#1392023-06-07T21:35:34Z2023-06-07T21:34:16Z<p>Travoril takes his seat across from Shekla - despite his earlier bravado in front of Lord Maldeghem, he is well aware of his own relative lack of strength, and he believes that he will cause the least damage with a seat near the back of the boat. Finding Shekla there, he gives the arcanist a brief smile before focusing on his task.</p>
<p>As he rows, he hums a hymn from his decades at the temple. Though its original use was aiding meditation by allowing priests to focus on the rhythmic passage of each second, he hopes that its steady beat will aid his fellow explorers in their shared task.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Travoril will take Seat 4. His Strength is mediocre - 12 - and his self-confidence issues mean that he is likely to take a seat where he believes (rightly or wrongly) that he can bungle the rowing the least.</span></p>Travoril takes his seat across from Shekla - despite his earlier bravado in front of Lord Maldeghem, he is well aware of his own relative lack of strength, and he believes that he will cause the least damage with a seat near the back of the boat. Finding Shekla there, he gives the arcanist a brief smile before focusing on his task.
As he rows, he hums a hymn from his decades at the temple. Though its original use was aiding meditation by allowing priests to focus on the rhythmic passage of...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-07T21:34:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=3#1292023-06-05T02:54:24Z2023-06-05T02:54:24Z<p>In sharp contrast to Eritha's experienced traversal of the fog, it becomes clear that Travoril has rarely if ever visited the docks of Dunwich. Nevertheless, by following the aged human woman, he does manage to find his way to the docks, albeit with bruised shins attesting to the difficulties he faced along the way.</p>
<p>At Salaha's appearance, he bows in greeting. <b>"Well met, Miss Salaha. I am Travoril, servant of the Sage at Sunset."</b> He gestures to each of his companions in turn. <b>This is Dáin, our representative from the dwarven lands; William, a follower of Heironeous; La... <i>Vilma,</i> of Bale Keep; Shekla the arcanist; and...</b> He looks around as if searching for someone else. <b>"I believe there was a smith of some sort?</b> After looking for a moment, he gives up, muttering an elven imprecation under his breath. <b>"<i>Lótesse i sage - o i núro curse sina hiswe!</i>"</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>The young priest boards the boat somewhat cautiously. When he sees a hungry-looking reptile waiting in the surrounding water, a look of concern crosses his features, but he remains silent, confident that Salaha has the situation under control. He takes a seat at one of the rowing benches, unused to sailing but prepared to aid in whatever way he can.</p>In sharp contrast to Eritha's experienced traversal of the fog, it becomes clear that Travoril has rarely if ever visited the docks of Dunwich. Nevertheless, by following the aged human woman, he does manage to find his way to the docks, albeit with bruised shins attesting to the difficulties he faced along the way.
At Salaha's appearance, he bows in greeting. "Well met, Miss Salaha. I am Travoril, servant of the Sage at Sunset." He gestures to each of his companions in turn. This is Dáin,...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-05T02:54:24ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga EditionRilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/recruiting#442023-06-03T03:57:16Z2023-06-03T03:47:07Z<p>Here's Mokmurian's submission, the aforementioned Rodian soldier. I believe crunch is done, but I would appreciate a once-over from someone more experienced with Saga Edition while I work on the character's fluff. I changed the character from a mechanic to a medic, but I don't think it should significantly impact the overall character direction.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jaath Rendal wrote:</div><blockquote>What would be a good planet/city for me to use for Jaath's background, which would need close proximity to Imperial shipyards?</blockquote><p>Off the top of my head, the three big ones would be Kuat Drive Yards, which is fairly heavily Imperial loyalist at this time, Fondor Shipyards, which was expropriated by the Empire during the Galactic Civil War but was likely independent during the campaign's time frame, and the Corellian Engineering Corporation yards, which presumably remained independent along with the Corellian Navy itself until the Centerpoint Crisis. Fondor is likely a poor choice - as far as I'm aware, Fondor was Techno Union property during the Clone Wars, meaning its administrators would likely be executed when it fell under Imperial control, but Corellia remained largely neutral and Kuat was a Republic loyalist planet during the Clone Wars and an Imperial loyalist planet afterwards. However, ultimately, it is up to you and the GM to decide on your character's backstory - my suggestions are just suggestions.Here's Mokmurian's submission, the aforementioned Rodian soldier. I believe crunch is done, but I would appreciate a once-over from someone more experienced with Saga Edition while I work on the character's fluff. I changed the character from a mechanic to a medic, but I don't think it should significantly impact the overall character direction.
Jaath Rendal wrote:What would be a good planet/city for me to use for Jaath's background, which would need close proximity to Imperial shipyards?
...Rilri Tonena (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-06-03T03:47:07ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Phntm888's Dawn of Defiance - Saga EditionMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmxm/recruiting#52023-05-31T22:14:31Z2023-05-31T22:14:31Z<p>I am undoubtedly interested - Star Wars was one of my favorite movies as a child, and I frequently read the associated Expanded Universe novels even as an adult. I have many of the Saga edition books, as well as the older edition, though I have never played the Saga edition.</p>
<p>My current character concept is a Rodian soldier. Basic backstory is that he is a former member of his homeworld's planetary defense forces who resigned his commission following the fall of the Galactic Republic. He joined a shipping company as a mechanic, but at the start of the campaign, the ship he served on, a decrepit Ghtroc 720 freighter known as the <i>Horizon Glory,</i> has been impounded at Sel Zonn under suspicion of smuggling arms to insurgents.</p>
<p>I will try to get a full profile up shortly.</p>I am undoubtedly interested - Star Wars was one of my favorite movies as a child, and I frequently read the associated Expanded Universe novels even as an adult. I have many of the Saga edition books, as well as the older edition, though I have never played the Saga edition.
My current character concept is a Rodian soldier. Basic backstory is that he is a former member of his homeworld's planetary defense forces who resigned his commission following the fall of the Galactic Republic. He...Mokmurian the Great2023-05-31T22:14:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=6#2942023-05-31T03:23:38Z2023-05-31T03:23:38Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Sorry for the delay, it's been a hectic week. I did try to take some spells focusing around exploration, as well as some to bolster Travoril's capabilities as a diplomat. The additional spells house rule is an interesting idea, but it does take some time for Travoril - his Int is 16 and his Wis is 18, so each day he has to pick seven spells on top of the ones he can already cast. As for the stat block, I think it automatically fills it in from the Race and Classes/Levels line in the profile.</p>[Spoiler omitted]
Sorry for the delay, it's been a hectic week. I did try to take some spells focusing around exploration, as well as some to bolster Travoril's capabilities as a diplomat. The additional spells house rule is an interesting idea, but it does take some time for Travoril - his Int is 16 and his Wis is 18, so each day he has to pick seven spells on top of the ones he can already cast. As for the stat block, I think it automatically fills it in from the Race and Classes/Levels...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-31T03:23:38ZRe: Forums/Pathfinder Second Edition: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: Fine-tuning AncestriesMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo6sibg&page=6?Finetuning-Ancestries#2552023-09-26T13:01:43Z2023-05-26T20:39:57Z<p>I have nothing against the alignment system myself, but I honestly feel that the new edict-anathema system will be more conducive to the roleplaying focus Paizo seems to have. Some of the players I have met take a philosophical view of their characters' moral code, exploring what it means to have any particular alignment, but unfortunately, many I have played with have seen alignment as just a two-letter code on their character sheets, acting however they like without considering how their actions tie into their stated alignment.</p>
<p>To some degree, the new system reminds me of the allegiances system from D20 Modern - rather than being lumped into broad categories, players select a specific list of values, giving characters clearer motivations and helping to distinguish them. For instance, an Iomedaean paladin whose actions are guided by a targeted dedication to the philosophical values of law and good will naturally behave differently from an Eagle Knight who does good deeds because of her dedication to her organization's ideals, even though both would have been filed under "LG" in the alignment system - the former is Lawful Good by intention, while the latter is Lawful Good as a necessary but unintended consequence of her moral beliefs.</p>I have nothing against the alignment system myself, but I honestly feel that the new edict-anathema system will be more conducive to the roleplaying focus Paizo seems to have. Some of the players I have met take a philosophical view of their characters' moral code, exploring what it means to have any particular alignment, but unfortunately, many I have played with have seen alignment as just a two-letter code on their character sheets, acting however they like without considering how their...Mokmurian the Great2023-05-26T20:39:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#942023-05-22T23:54:11Z2023-05-22T23:54:11Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Back in Dunwich, Travoril dismounts somewhat shakily from Vilma' horse Folatise. At Vilma's statements, he speaks up.</p>
<p><b>"I also have fifty feet of rope, Lady Vilma, as well as food for a week. As far as water is concerned, I believe I once read something about boiling water to make it safe, and I have an iron pot and a tinderbox for this purpose, but I have little knowledge in this area - perhaps others have more experience surviving in the wild than I do?"</b></p>[Spoiler omitted]
Back in Dunwich, Travoril dismounts somewhat shakily from Vilma' horse Folatise. At Vilma's statements, he speaks up.
"I also have fifty feet of rope, Lady Vilma, as well as food for a week. As far as water is concerned, I believe I once read something about boiling water to make it safe, and I have an iron pot and a tinderbox for this purpose, but I have little knowledge in this area - perhaps others have more experience surviving in the wild than I do?"Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-22T23:54:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=6#2622023-05-19T01:40:54Z2023-05-19T01:40:54Z<p>I will likely be able to do only one post a day, but I will attempt to make it a content-filled one.</p>I will likely be able to do only one post a day, but I will attempt to make it a content-filled one.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-19T01:40:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#852023-08-20T06:05:34Z2023-05-18T23:30:47Z<p>Somehow, Travoril manages to remain on the horse's back and avoid being ill on Vilma as the two travel to Bale Keep, but once they reach the fortress, he collapses sideways off the horse by way of dismounting. He swiftly gets to his feet and bows when introduced to Vilma's father, grateful for the help he is providing to the expedition.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Lord Maldeghem wrote:</div><blockquote>"I am holding both of you personally accountable for my daughters well being."</blockquote><p>Travoril smiles. <b>"You need not fear, Lord Maldeghem. In addition to Lady Vilma's own considerable martial prowess and Brother William's magical talents, Brother Aldwin once told me that I was more suited to combat than most within my order."</b>
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<p>Travoril does his utmost to interact with Lord and Lady Maldeghem, but he is clearly more comfortable in a scholar's refectory than a noble's banquet hall. His topics tend towards high-level theology, but he occasionally catches himself and attempts to refocus the conversation on a topic his fellow diners can understand.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sense Motive:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22</span></p>
<p>He recognizes the tension between Vilma and her parents, but aside from a few concerned glances between the three, he tries to remain tactful throughout the dinner.</p>
<p>At the discussion of Numen Eor's downfall, he looks concerned for a moment, but then speaks up, a note of hope in his voice. <b>"Perhaps the Lizardmen of the Marshes will see reason, Lifegiver willing. After all, conflict weakens them as much as it does us - we may be able to reach a resolution by words rather than by the sword."</b></p>Somehow, Travoril manages to remain on the horse's back and avoid being ill on Vilma as the two travel to Bale Keep, but once they reach the fortress, he collapses sideways off the horse by way of dismounting. He swiftly gets to his feet and bows when introduced to Vilma's father, grateful for the help he is providing to the expedition.
Lord Maldeghem wrote:"I am holding both of you personally accountable for my daughters well being."
Travoril smiles. "You need not fear, Lord Maldeghem. In...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-18T23:30:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#732023-05-17T03:04:31Z2023-05-17T02:58:15Z<p>After fetching his equipment from his cottage, Travoril waits outside his home for Vilma and her horse. He now wears several pieces of plate armor over his simple robes, and a sizeable mace is attached to his belt. His breastplate looks well-made, but it has clearly seen little use. <i>The temple elders gave me this equipment when I left, but I have never had cause to use it. If it becomes necessary, do I have the necessary willpower to kill someone with these weapons?</i> The young scribe thinks for a moment. <i>For that matter, do I have the necessary skill? Brother Aldwin's "words of encouragement" were that I couldn't possibly be any worse with a mace than I was at transcribing the Analects of Miovar...</i></p>
<p>He nods in gratitude to Vilma as she shows him how to ride the horse. <b>"My thanks, Lady Maldeghem. I understand the principles of how to ride, but I confess that I find the rocking motion involved in prolonged travel quite nauseating."</b></p>After fetching his equipment from his cottage, Travoril waits outside his home for Vilma and her horse. He now wears several pieces of plate armor over his simple robes, and a sizeable mace is attached to his belt. His breastplate looks well-made, but it has clearly seen little use. The temple elders gave me this equipment when I left, but I have never had cause to use it. If it becomes necessary, do I have the necessary willpower to kill someone with these weapons? The young scribe thinks...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-17T02:58:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#692023-05-16T03:21:35Z2023-05-16T03:20:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Vilma Maldeghem wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I'd really appreciate your help Travoril. Maybe it would be easier if you rode with me rather than taking a horse of your own? Mine is plenty stout enough for the both of us, and the ride isn't far."</b></blockquote><p>Travoril looks somewhat nervous as Vilma speaks, but he indicates his willingness to accompany the paladin to Bale Keep. <b>"If you feel my expertise would be useful, Lady Maldeghem, I would be </b><span class=messageboard-ooc><s>happy</s></span><b> willing to travel with you to your father's keep. As I mentioned before, I will need a moment to retrieve my arms and armor from my cottage, however."</b>Vilma Maldeghem wrote:"I'd really appreciate your help Travoril. Maybe it would be easier if you rode with me rather than taking a horse of your own? Mine is plenty stout enough for the both of us, and the ride isn't far."
Travoril looks somewhat nervous as Vilma speaks, but he indicates his willingness to accompany the paladin to Bale Keep. "If you feel my expertise would be useful, Lady Maldeghem, I would be happy willing to travel with you to your father's keep. As I mentioned before, I...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-16T03:20:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#562023-05-10T03:18:00Z2023-05-10T03:18:00Z<p><b>"I had initially remain here in Dunwich - horses and I have never really got along - but would be willing to accompany you to copy the map if needed, Lady Maldeghem. Either way, I will retrieve my equipment and return here tomorrow."</b></p>"I had initially remain here in Dunwich - horses and I have never really got along - but would be willing to accompany you to copy the map if needed, Lady Maldeghem. Either way, I will retrieve my equipment and return here tomorrow."Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-10T03:18:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay&page=2#522023-05-09T02:28:42Z2023-05-09T02:28:42Z<p>Travoril nods at Vilma. <b>"I agree, Lady Maldeghem. I will need a moment to retrieve my arms and armor, but every moment we lose, whether here or later, could be the difference between life and death for the people of Dunwich."</b></p>Travoril nods at Vilma. "I agree, Lady Maldeghem. I will need a moment to retrieve my arms and armor, but every moment we lose, whether here or later, could be the difference between life and death for the people of Dunwich."Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-05-09T02:28:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay#292023-04-30T00:43:51Z2023-04-30T00:43:33Z<p>Travoril speaks up after a moment of thought. <b>"I have heard of pickled Rat's Tail, and I could make it if I had the right ingredients... but I highly doubt we could make it in enough time to help Dunwich. The Balsam Acētum alone would take years to make correctly, and pickling it would take over a month. We could purchase it, but I doubt there is any in town. We might have some more luck near Seaton, however."</b></p>Travoril speaks up after a moment of thought. "I have heard of pickled Rat's Tail, and I could make it if I had the right ingredients... but I highly doubt we could make it in enough time to help Dunwich. The Balsam Acētum alone would take years to make correctly, and pickling it would take over a month. We could purchase it, but I doubt there is any in town. We might have some more luck near Seaton, however."Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-30T00:43:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay#252023-04-28T01:19:05Z2023-04-28T01:18:19Z<p>Travoril thinks back over his time in Dunwich - though his primary training was as a scribe, his true talents mostly were in alchemy. He attempts to recall whether or not he has ever encountered ingredients matching the descriptions of the various reagents, but his primary focus is on the mysterious Rat's Tail - has he ever come across a root with a passing resemblance to a rat's tail that has medicinal properties when pickled?</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Craft (alchemy):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20</span></p>Travoril thinks back over his time in Dunwich - though his primary training was as a scribe, his true talents mostly were in alchemy. He attempts to recall whether or not he has ever encountered ingredients matching the descriptions of the various reagents, but his primary focus is on the mysterious Rat's Tail - has he ever come across a root with a passing resemblance to a rat's tail that has medicinal properties when pickled?
[dice=Craft (alchemy)]1d20+15[/dice]Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-28T01:18:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay#192023-04-27T02:34:07Z2023-04-27T02:34:07Z<p>Travoril, who had been staring fixedly into his (still untouched) glass of wine, lost in thought, looks up at Shekla's question. After a moment of contemplation, he speaks. <b>"I cannot speak for the clergy of Heironeus, but the prophet Cadavix is said to have communed with the spirit of his murdered brother at the battle of Baklun. Of course, I would feel more confident having spoken with my temple elders, but I doubt it would be considered a blasphemy."</b> The scribe pauses for a second, seemingly embarrassed. <b>"Unfortunately, the rituals needed to speak with the spirits of the departed are rather complex, and I'm afraid I lack the necessary skill to perform them with any hope of success."</b></p>
<p>At Eritha's addendum, he shakes his head. <b>I don't recall seeing anything about manipulation of the weather in any holy text I've transcribed. Perhaps Heironeus's representative may be more useful in that regard?</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Speak With Dead would be very useful here, but unfortunately, I don't think I will gain access to it for another two levels. As for Gust of Wind, it's on most primary caster spell lists - just not the Cleric or Inquisitor ones. While it is 2nd level, it is unfortunately not on the Cleric list, though William may have better luck.</span></p>Travoril, who had been staring fixedly into his (still untouched) glass of wine, lost in thought, looks up at Shekla's question. After a moment of contemplation, he speaks. "I cannot speak for the clergy of Heironeus, but the prophet Cadavix is said to have communed with the spirit of his murdered brother at the battle of Baklun. Of course, I would feel more confident having spoken with my temple elders, but I doubt it would be considered a blasphemy." The scribe pauses for a second,...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-27T02:34:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=5#2342023-04-24T19:09:32Z2023-04-24T19:09:32Z<p>Apologies - I should likely have made my intentions more clear. My Knowledge check was intended to determine if a cure was ever found for the plague, and if so whether or not the records from that time would still be accessible.</p>Apologies - I should likely have made my intentions more clear. My Knowledge check was intended to determine if a cure was ever found for the plague, and if so whether or not the records from that time would still be accessible.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-24T19:09:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/gameplay#82023-04-24T03:25:46Z2023-04-24T03:25:46Z<p>The scrawny young man who has been attempting to remain unnoticed since his arrival somewhat reluctantly clears his throat to speak. He resembles a wood elf to some degree, but several features, such as his more rounded ears, mark him as one of the fFolk - those with both elven and human blood. The young man's fingers are stained with ink, and he wears a simple light gray robe. Around his neck rests a wooden amulet engraved with an image of the setting sun, well-worn as though frequently handled. As is his custom, he had answered the summons without taking his weapons or armor, though he does wear a satchel containing his tools - writing implements, paper, alchemical equipment, and the like. He accepted a glass of wine out of politeness when offered one, though he has not actually started drinking. He seems extremely uncomfortable around the warriors and nobles present.</p>
<p><b>"Brother Eldrin once told me that the past is akin to a road, guiding our footsteps as we move towards the future, though we can choose whether or not to heed it."</b> Noticing that some of the others present <span class=messageboard-ooc>presumably</span> cannot immediately determine the relevance of Brother Eldrin's somewhat obscure metaphor, he quickly clarifies. <b>"What I mean to say is that our forerunners may have created records when this plague first struck - to keep it from menacing the town again, that is. If these records exist, might they contain the recipe and the locations of the necessary reagents? That this Ulizmila might not still live is a distinct possibility."</b></p>
<p>As he finishes talking, he immediately begins to work himself into a paroxysm of anxiety, worrying about whether or not his question was appropriate. <i>Was that acceptable? I'd certainly feel foolish if I brought up a possibility that they have already explored, but to ignore an obvious possibility that nobody else thought of would be just as bad! All these nobles and champions gathered here... am I truly worthy to undertake this endeavor?</i></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (history):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14</span></p>The scrawny young man who has been attempting to remain unnoticed since his arrival somewhat reluctantly clears his throat to speak. He resembles a wood elf to some degree, but several features, such as his more rounded ears, mark him as one of the fFolk - those with both elven and human blood. The young man's fingers are stained with ink, and he wears a simple light gray robe. Around his neck rests a wooden amulet engraved with an image of the setting sun, well-worn as though frequently...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-24T03:25:46ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ruins of Azlant: a wonderful journey awaits!Mokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmvu/recruiting#212023-04-17T23:30:35Z2023-04-17T23:30:35Z<p>I'll definitely make up a submission soon. I was thinking I might make an aquachymist alchemist, as the archetype seems to fit your requirements well - the character will be able to easily deal with underwater matters, but won't be able to simply bypass them.</p>I'll definitely make up a submission soon. I was thinking I might make an aquachymist alchemist, as the archetype seems to fit your requirements well - the character will be able to easily deal with underwater matters, but won't be able to simply bypass them.Mokmurian the Great2023-04-17T23:30:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=5#2042023-04-12T22:29:29Z2023-04-12T22:29:29Z<p>Apologies, I know my backstory's a little light right now. My plan was to flesh it out as more information becomes available about Dunwich, and I'd be happy to take everyone else's backstories into account when filling it out.</p>Apologies, I know my backstory's a little light right now. My plan was to flesh it out as more information becomes available about Dunwich, and I'd be happy to take everyone else's backstories into account when filling it out.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-12T22:29:29ZRe: Forums/Pathfinder Second Edition: General Discussion: What Ancestries are you still craving?Mokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs43hr7&page=21?What-Ancestries-are-you-still-craving#10362023-04-11T23:10:08Z2023-04-11T23:10:08Z<p>I think that many of the creatures that exist in the various Bestiaries seem like they are designed to lay the groundwork for later player ancestries - for instance, of the five ancestries introduced in the recent Impossible Lands book, four (ghoran, nagaji, vanara, vishkanya) had existed as low-level NPCs since the Bestiary 3. I highly suspect that the upcoming round of Tian Xia books will bring at least the non-implemented Tian Xia ancestries from 1E - the samsaran and the wayang, most prominently - and will likely include the kovintus in some capacity relating to the elemental focus that will underlie the 2023-2024 books. Moving away from the upcoming year, other NPC ancestries from the Bestiaries that seem likely to be implemented are the stheno, gathlain, and wyrwood, though not likely in the Tian Xia books.</p>I think that many of the creatures that exist in the various Bestiaries seem like they are designed to lay the groundwork for later player ancestries - for instance, of the five ancestries introduced in the recent Impossible Lands book, four (ghoran, nagaji, vanara, vishkanya) had existed as low-level NPCs since the Bestiary 3. I highly suspect that the upcoming round of Tian Xia books will bring at least the non-implemented Tian Xia ancestries from 1E - the samsaran and the wayang, most...Mokmurian the Great2023-04-11T23:10:08ZRe: Forums/Pathfinder Second Edition: General Discussion: For those who enjoy guessing the future of Paizo products...Mokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs43pr9&page=8?For-those-who-enjoy-guessing-the-future-of#3552023-04-11T22:42:29Z2023-04-11T22:42:29Z<p>As far as content goes (and given Paizo's track record of making video games of its most popular APs), I suspect that the inclusion of Fists of the Ruby Phoenix is at least a possibility in some sort of expansion content - it's a higher-level campaign somewhat shorter than most of the other APs, and it can be fairly easily grafted onto an existing storyline. Additionally, many of its encounters resemble video game traditions to some extent already (as far as I can tell, the average AP villain wouldn't split their "boss key" into fragments and give them to appropriately thematic "mini-bosses"), and reading through it, I'm only seeing one encounter - the vertical Challenge of Falling Stars - that would be difficult to implement in an isometric game like the existing Pathfinder games.</p>As far as content goes (and given Paizo's track record of making video games of its most popular APs), I suspect that the inclusion of Fists of the Ruby Phoenix is at least a possibility in some sort of expansion content - it's a higher-level campaign somewhat shorter than most of the other APs, and it can be fairly easily grafted onto an existing storyline. Additionally, many of its encounters resemble video game traditions to some extent already (as far as I can tell, the average AP villain...Mokmurian the Great2023-04-11T22:42:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=4#1582023-04-04T02:28:26Z2023-04-04T02:28:26Z<p>I've made the requested changes, marking the background skills as appropriate. However, rather than distributing the extra skill points over a number of skills as you suggested, I opted to consolidate them into my existing skills to ensure I can function at the expected level in a few rather than at a diminished level in many, if that's acceptable. I have no problems with switching out the two traits, and looking back on it, I feel that Disdainful Defender was a poor choice for my character. Travoril as written is currently quite enthusiastic if inexperienced, and I think only minor adjustments would be needed to make him a conspiracy theorist character (quite possibly with the traditional Billboard of Crazy the name Conspiracy Hunter conjures to mind).</p>I've made the requested changes, marking the background skills as appropriate. However, rather than distributing the extra skill points over a number of skills as you suggested, I opted to consolidate them into my existing skills to ensure I can function at the expected level in a few rather than at a diminished level in many, if that's acceptable. I have no problems with switching out the two traits, and looking back on it, I feel that Disdainful Defender was a poor choice for my character....Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-04-04T02:28:26ZRe: Forums/Paizo: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: Delving the Fool’s DungeonMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo6si9q?Delving-the-Fool-s-Dungeon#22023-04-03T05:34:58Z2023-04-01T18:47:06Z<p>Fascinating... An in-universe explanation for the Pathfinder comics!</p>Fascinating... An in-universe explanation for the Pathfinder comics!Mokmurian the Great2023-04-01T18:47:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=3#1302023-03-29T02:52:50Z2023-03-29T02:52:50Z<p>I believe I have made the requested changes to my character. If you could look over him and ensure I haven't missed anything, I would appreciate it.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">DeJoker wrote:</div><blockquote> ...the town is called Dunwich and many have already surmised that means the Cthulhu Mythos in some flavor... </blockquote><p>I have read several of Lovecraft's short stories, including <i>The Dunwich Horror,</i> hence why I had initially taken Aklo as one of my bonus languages. In hindsight, I'm actually glad I changed it - Cthulhu Mythos plus the special fear rules mentioned in the beginning of the recruitment thread suggest to me certain tidbits of Call of Cthulhu wisdom may come in useful in this campaign. Specifically, DO NOT READ THE BOOKS unless you want points in Mythos Lore and are ready for the bumpy ride to 0 SAN.I believe I have made the requested changes to my character. If you could look over him and ensure I haven't missed anything, I would appreciate it.
DeJoker wrote:...the town is called Dunwich and many have already surmised that means the Cthulhu Mythos in some flavor...
I have read several of Lovecraft's short stories, including The Dunwich Horror, hence why I had initially taken Aklo as one of my bonus languages. In hindsight, I'm actually glad I changed it - Cthulhu Mythos plus the...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-29T02:52:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion&page=3#1242023-03-28T11:26:16Z2023-03-28T11:10:49Z<p>Thanks so much for your suggestions! I'll implement them today and will hopefully have the finalized character ready by tonight. I especially appreciate the notes on languages - as the party linguist, a knowledge of the primary languages of the area will be incredibly useful, and I have only limited knowledge of Greyhawk.</p>
<p>Also, I have a quick question for you before I finish adjusting my character. You posted the statistics for the fFolk in the Campaign Info section, but I'm not seeing any significant differences from the standard Pathfinder half-elf statistics apart from the name. Is there something I'm missing?</p>Thanks so much for your suggestions! I'll implement them today and will hopefully have the finalized character ready by tonight. I especially appreciate the notes on languages - as the party linguist, a knowledge of the primary languages of the area will be incredibly useful, and I have only limited knowledge of Greyhawk.
Also, I have a quick question for you before I finish adjusting my character. You posted the statistics for the fFolk in the Campaign Info section, but I'm not seeing any...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-28T11:10:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mokmurian's CoCT DiscussionGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/discussion#102023-03-23T13:31:21Z2023-03-23T13:31:21Z<p>My sincerest apologies for the delay - I seem to have misplaced my Curse of the Crimson Throne book.</p>My sincerest apologies for the delay - I seem to have misplaced my Curse of the Crimson Throne book.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-23T13:31:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion#492023-03-20T20:27:52Z2023-03-20T20:27:52Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DeJoker wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>Travoril the Scrivener</b> I have under the Campaign tab outlined the basics of Masterwork items — if you have any particular questions please do ask. </blockquote><p>Apologies, I seem to have missed that. After reviewing the rules presented there, I have finalized my character's crunch and equipment, and I hope to finish the backstory either today or tomorrow.DeJoker wrote:Travoril the Scrivener I have under the Campaign tab outlined the basics of Masterwork items -- if you have any particular questions please do ask.
Apologies, I seem to have missed that. After reviewing the rules presented there, I have finalized my character's crunch and equipment, and I hope to finish the backstory either today or tomorrow.Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-20T20:27:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionTravoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion#332023-03-20T03:05:56Z2023-03-20T03:02:34Z<p>Here's Mokmurian's submission - a half-elven cleric of Labelas Enorath, the elven god of time and causality, selected to proselytize in Dunwich to keep his enthusiasm from annoying the temple elders who trained him. I selected Magic and Knowledge as his domains, but if you feel this is inappropriate, I will be happy to change. The character is done for the most part, but I could probably stand to flesh out the backstory a bit more, and I'm waiting to finish the equipment section until the altered rules for masterwork items are revealed.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Level 2 HP:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d4 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Level 3 HP:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d4 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7</span></p>Here's Mokmurian's submission - a half-elven cleric of Labelas Enorath, the elven god of time and causality, selected to proselytize in Dunwich to keep his enthusiasm from annoying the temple elders who trained him. I selected Magic and Knowledge as his domains, but if you feel this is inappropriate, I will be happy to change. The character is done for the most part, but I could probably stand to flesh out the backstory a bit more, and I'm waiting to finish the equipment section until the...Travoril the Scrivener (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-20T03:02:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Dreadfulness in Dunwhich PF1e+ DiscussionMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/discussion#122023-03-19T22:12:38Z2023-03-19T21:55:33Z<p>I'll roll up stats, though it seems that I may be too late.
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 1 ⇒ (1, 4, 4) + 6 - 1 = 14</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (3, 6, 2) + 6 - 2 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (6, 4, 2) + 6 - 2 = 16</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (2, 5, 4) + 6 - 2 = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 2 ⇒ (2, 2, 4) + 6 - 2 = 12</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stat:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">3d6 + 6 - 1 ⇒ (4, 6, 1) + 6 - 1 = 16</span>
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I actually rolled quite well - I hope to have a half-elf cleric submitted by later tonight. I don't believe I will use an archetype, however. Are there any adjustments I should take into account?</p>I'll roll up stats, though it seems that I may be too late.
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-1[/dice]
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-2[/dice]
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-2[/dice]
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-2[/dice]
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-2[/dice]
[dice=Stat]3d6+6-1[/dice]
I actually rolled quite well - I hope to have a half-elf cleric submitted by later tonight. I don't believe I will use an archetype, however. Are there any adjustments I should take into account?Mokmurian the Great2023-03-19T21:55:33ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Homebrew Action semi private recruitment - Silver ShieldsMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmus/recruiting#142023-03-19T12:04:07Z2023-03-19T12:01:11Z<p>I'm definitely interested! I may roll up a caster soon.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Main 1:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">10 + 2d4 ⇒ 10 + (4, 1) = 15</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Main 2:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">10 + 2d4 ⇒ 10 + (2, 1) = 13</span>
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<p>Final loadout appears to be 15, 15, 14, 13, 12, 8. A 22 point build is slightly below average, but should easily be workable.</p>I'm definitely interested! I may roll up a caster soon.
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Final loadout appears to be 15, 15, 14, 13, 12, 8. A 22 point build is slightly below average, but should easily be workable.Mokmurian the Great2023-03-19T12:01:11ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: PF1e+ Dreadfulness in DunwichMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmut/recruiting#72023-03-19T11:55:11Z2023-03-19T11:55:11Z<p>I'm definitely interested! I await the reveal of the various adjustments with anticipation!</p>I'm definitely interested! I await the reveal of the various adjustments with anticipation!Mokmurian the Great2023-03-19T11:55:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#802023-03-17T02:51:53Z2023-03-17T02:47:54Z<p>The room beyond is sparsely furnished, a single desk in the center of the floor serving as the primary piece of furniture in the room. On the east wall, opposite from your point of entry, is another doorway - two more doors stand side-by-side to the north, along with a large pair of double doors to the south - the other entrance to the ancient fishery.</p>
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<p>A nasally voice calls out warily from behind the east door. <b>"Giggles? Is that you?"</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>The room beyond is sparsely furnished, a single desk in the center of the floor serving as the primary piece of furniture in the room. On the east wall, opposite from your point of entry, is another doorway - two more doors stand side-by-side to the north, along with a large pair of double doors to the south - the other entrance to the ancient fishery.
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A nasally voice calls out warily from behind the east door. "Giggles? Is that you?"
[Spoiler omitted]GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-17T02:47:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#762023-03-16T02:23:08Z2023-03-16T02:23:08Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Unfortunately, I do not have a map prepared - I was thinking the campaign would be "theater of the mind," but I can try and make one if you feel it's necessary.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Which door do you plan on opening? I'm seeing a decent amount of discussion about both.</span></p>Unfortunately, I do not have a map prepared - I was thinking the campaign would be "theater of the mind," but I can try and make one if you feel it's necessary.
Which door do you plan on opening? I'm seeing a decent amount of discussion about both.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-16T02:23:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#732023-03-13T01:52:20Z2023-03-13T01:52:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It would seem that our intrepid heroes intend to open the door on the far side of the room, rather than the one to the left where the guard dog appears to be. Is this the case?
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[Spoiler omitted]GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-13T01:52:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#652023-03-08T03:53:30Z2023-03-08T03:53:30Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It is indeed just after sunset, and Lucian has observed the orphans moving back towards the fishery.</span></p>
<p>The fishery's lock falls quickly to Marcus's picks, and the main door to the fishery opens onto a large room dominated by a massive wooden trough. The smell in this room is almost overpowering, a mixture of rotten fish and grime that assaults your noses almost immediately. The trough seems to drain into another room to the left, which a small door in the wall allows access to, and at the other end of the room from the main entrance stands another door. A battered desk and a cheap cabinet both stand to the right of the main entrance.</p>
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<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>It is indeed just after sunset, and Lucian has observed the orphans moving back towards the fishery.
The fishery's lock falls quickly to Marcus's picks, and the main door to the fishery opens onto a large room dominated by a massive wooden trough. The smell in this room is almost overpowering, a mixture of rotten fish and grime that assaults your noses almost immediately. The trough seems to drain into another room to the left, which a small door in the wall allows access to, and at the...GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-08T03:53:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#582023-03-06T21:13:57Z2023-03-06T21:13:57Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I say this primarily because Lucien asked, but it's not exactly a secret - all the orphans do indeed sleep in the fishery itself.</span></p>I say this primarily because Lucien asked, but it's not exactly a secret - all the orphans do indeed sleep in the fishery itself.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-06T21:13:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mokmurian's CoCT DiscussionGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/discussion#72023-03-04T21:46:07Z2023-03-04T21:45:16Z<p>Apologies for not posting sooner, I lost power again - one of the disadvantages of living in a storm-prone area - but I should be good now.</p>Apologies for not posting sooner, I lost power again - one of the disadvantages of living in a storm-prone area - but I should be good now.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-04T21:45:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay&page=2#512023-03-04T21:45:22Z2023-03-04T21:45:11Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If everyone's okay with it, I think it might be a good idea to move ahead with the assault on the fishery. I'll just need to know whether you're attacking at night or during the day, as well as whether you plan to split up or attack together - if the former, I'll also need to know who is in each group.</span></p>If everyone's okay with it, I think it might be a good idea to move ahead with the assault on the fishery. I'll just need to know whether you're attacking at night or during the day, as well as whether you plan to split up or attack together - if the former, I'll also need to know who is in each group.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-04T21:45:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#482023-03-02T03:08:30Z2023-03-02T03:07:11Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]
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The two men, their work complete, re-enter the fishery.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-03-01T02:07:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#412023-02-27T14:18:20Z2023-02-27T14:18:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies, I misread something in the module. If you leave now, you should be able to get to the fishery around sunset, allowing you to attack during the night or do reconnaissance at night and attack during the day.</span></p>
<p>As the sun sinks lower in the sky, the unlikely band of heroes approaches the old fishery building - though "building" may be the wrong word for the decrepit amalgam of rotting planks that awaits you near the end of Westpier 17. As the disguised Ematti approaches, a middle-aged man in the somewhat tattered clothes of a struggling merchant is staggering under the weight of a number of barrels that reek of days-old fish, which he deposits in front of the fishery. A few minutes after he leaves, a heavily scarred half-orc exits the fishery, accompanied by a human dressed in faded clothes considered fashionable several decades ago.
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As you watch, the half-orc carries the barrels into the fishery, while the human makes notes on a piece of paper he carries with him.
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[Spoiler omitted]</p>Apologies, I misread something in the module. If you leave now, you should be able to get to the fishery around sunset, allowing you to attack during the night or do reconnaissance at night and attack during the day.
As the sun sinks lower in the sky, the unlikely band of heroes approaches the old fishery building - though "building" may be the wrong word for the decrepit amalgam of rotting planks that awaits you near the end of Westpier 17. As the disguised Ematti approaches, a middle-aged...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-27T14:18:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#342023-02-25T04:28:20Z2023-02-25T04:28:20Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>The map that Zellara provided indicates that Westpier 17 is approximately an hour's travel away, and your fortuitous meeting was fairly early in the day, so you could easily perform reconnaissance and still attack during the day if you so choose.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies for the delay, I should be back to regular posting now.</span></p>[Spoiler omitted]
The map that Zellara provided indicates that Westpier 17 is approximately an hour's travel away, and your fortuitous meeting was fairly early in the day, so you could easily perform reconnaissance and still attack during the day if you so choose.
Apologies for the delay, I should be back to regular posting now.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-25T04:28:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mokmurian's CoCT DiscussionMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/discussion#52023-02-25T04:12:40Z2023-02-25T04:12:40Z<p>Fortunately, some of my relatives live in an area with power and whatnot, and since my work's been limited while the issue is resolved, I can likely continue posting.</p>Fortunately, some of my relatives live in an area with power and whatnot, and since my work's been limited while the issue is resolved, I can likely continue posting.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-25T04:12:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#282023-02-23T12:12:33Z2023-02-23T12:12:33Z<p>Unfortunately, I will likely be unable to post for the next few days - my area has had a major power outage that appears unlikely to be resolved soon. My sincerest apologies for the delay.</p>Unfortunately, I will likely be unable to post for the next few days - my area has had a major power outage that appears unlikely to be resolved soon. My sincerest apologies for the delay.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-02-23T12:12:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#222023-02-22T03:43:25Z2023-02-22T03:43:25Z<p><b>"And now that you are all here, I have information that may be of use to you all."</b> A middle-aged Varisian woman with long, dark hair enters the house shortly after Marcus.</p>
<p><b>"Apologies for my tardiness. My name is Zellara Esmeranda, and like you, I have been wronged by Gaedren Lamm."</b> She produces an intricately decorated harrow deck from her pockets, idly shuffling the cards as she speaks to you. <b>"This is my harrow deck, passed down to me by my mother, who in her turn received it from her father. It is important to me, an heirloom passed down through a dozen generations, and also my sole means of support."</p>
<p>"When it was stolen by a pickpocket, my son Eran traced it back to a man named Gaedren - a name I believe you are all familiar with for your own reasons - and returned my deck to me. But Gaedren had him followed, and soon after he left my home, Gaedren’s thugs murdered him."</b> Zellara's eyes close, and she takes a deep breath before continuing.</p>
<p><b>"I went to the Korvosan Guard, but they turned me down. I called on friends, begged those known to do business with him for help, in addition to my own sources."</b> At this, she flourishes her harrow deck, a potent fortune-telling tool in the right hands. <b>"In the process, I learned of you five, ones who have been wronged by Lamm but who have the abilities to face him.</b></p>
<p>Zellara spreads a map of Korvosa out on the table, indicating a small waterfront building in the West Dock neighborhood. <b>"At Westpier 17 stands an old building - allegedly a fishery run by a man named Yargin Balko. Through my investigations, I discovered that Balko is one of Gaedren's accomplices, and I believe that Lamm can be found there."</b></p>
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<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"And now that you are all here, I have information that may be of use to you all." A middle-aged Varisian woman with long, dark hair enters the house shortly after Marcus.
"Apologies for my tardiness. My name is Zellara Esmeranda, and like you, I have been wronged by Gaedren Lamm." She produces an intricately decorated harrow deck from her pockets, idly shuffling the cards as she speaks to you. "This is my harrow deck, passed down to me by my mother, who in her turn received it from her...GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-02-22T03:43:25ZForums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mokmurian's CoCT DiscussionGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/discussion#12023-02-22T00:56:28Z2023-02-22T00:56:28Z<p>Here's the discussion thread, if anyone's interested.</p>Here's the discussion thread, if anyone's interested.GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-02-22T00:56:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#152023-02-21T11:41:41Z2023-02-21T11:41:01Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Apologies for the delay, currently waiting on Nicolai.</span></p>[Spoiler omitted]
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Apologies for the delay, currently waiting on Nicolai.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-21T11:41:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#72023-02-20T14:08:34Z2023-02-20T13:40:14Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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<p>As you walk through the streets of Midland, the bustle of the shops and restaurants of this cosmopolitan district gives way to an eerie stillness as you approach the West Dock neighborhood. The house at 3 Lancet Street is a small two-story building competing for space with a warehouse to one side and an abandoned butcher's shop to the other.
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The interior of the home is a somewhat cramped room filled with a fragrant haze of flowers and strong spice, courtesy of several sticks of incense smoldering in simple wall-mounted burners. The walls are draped with brocaded tapestries, one showing a black-skulled beast juggling human hearts, and another showing a pair of angels dancing atop a snow-blasted mountain. A third tapestry on the far wall depicts a tall, hooded figure shrouded in mist, holding a flaming sword in a skeletal hand.</p>
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<p>Several brightly colored rugs cover the floor, but the room’s only furnishings are a wooden table covered by a bright red throw cloth and several simple, tall-backed chairs. A note sits under a stone paperweight on the table, while a basket covered by blue cloth sits beneath. A set of narrow stairs leads up to the second floor.</p>
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<p>The upstairs room is a rather spartan bedroom, featuring a sturdy bed and a small chest containing personal effects of no significant value.</p>[Spoiler omitted]
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As you walk through the streets of Midland, the bustle of the shops and restaurants of this cosmopolitan district gives way to an eerie stillness as you approach the West Dock neighborhood. The house at 3 Lancet Street is a small two-story building competing for space with a warehouse to one side and an abandoned butcher's shop to the other.
The interior of the home is a somewhat cramped room filled with a fragrant haze of flowers and strong spice,...GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-02-20T13:40:14ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=3#1142023-02-19T17:26:39Z2023-02-19T17:26:39Z<p>Quick notice to all those chosen that the gameplay thread has been created.</p>Quick notice to all those chosen that the gameplay thread has been created.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-19T17:26:39ZForums: Play-by-Post: Mokmurian's Curse of the Crimson Throne - GameplayGM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/gameplay#12023-02-19T17:27:58Z2023-02-19T17:25:30Z<p>For decades, the crime lord Gaedren Lamm has tormented the people of Korvosa, complicit in crimes from pickpocketing to outright murder, but the crafty criminal has yet to face justice. However, his days are numbered, as several of his former victims are given an opportunity to end his threat.</p>
<p>During your daily routines, all five of you found a mysterious harrow card, bearing a cryptic message and a set of directions.</p>
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<p>On the back of each card appears the following message: <b>"I know what Gaedren has done to you. He has wronged me as well. I know where he dwells, yet cannot strike at him. Come to my home at 3 Lancet Street at sunset. Others like you will be there. Gaedren must face his fate, and justice must be done."</b></p>For decades, the crime lord Gaedren Lamm has tormented the people of Korvosa, complicit in crimes from pickpocketing to outright murder, but the crafty criminal has yet to face justice. However, his days are numbered, as several of his former victims are given an opportunity to end his threat.
During your daily routines, all five of you found a mysterious harrow card, bearing a cryptic message and a set of directions.
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...GM Mokmurian (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-02-19T17:25:30ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=3#1062023-02-18T18:44:41Z2023-02-18T18:44:28Z<p>After reviewing the many amazing applications, I have made my selection. The five members of the party are as follows:</p>
<p>The paladin Lucian Tomescu, played by FangDragon.</p>
<p>The gunslinger Kane Hue, played by DoubleGold.</p>
<p>The rogue Marcus Nocturnus, played by Ironperenti.</p>
<p>The diviner Nicolai Fortescu, played by Vanulf Wulfson.</p>
<p>The oracle Ematti, played by ZetaGilgamesh.</p>
<p>All of the submissions were spectacular, making my decision process rather difficult (though I have no complaints about having to decide between so many amazing, high-quality characters), but I feel the above characters demonstrated particularly engaging, innovative backstories and inventive character builds which stood out from the other great examples presented thus far. If the players are okay with it, I hope to start gameplay on the 19th. Congratulations to everyone who submitted a character!</p>After reviewing the many amazing applications, I have made my selection. The five members of the party are as follows:
The paladin Lucian Tomescu, played by FangDragon.
The gunslinger Kane Hue, played by DoubleGold.
The rogue Marcus Nocturnus, played by Ironperenti.
The diviner Nicolai Fortescu, played by Vanulf Wulfson.
The oracle Ematti, played by ZetaGilgamesh.
All of the submissions were spectacular, making my decision process rather difficult (though I have no complaints about...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-18T18:44:28ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=3#1022023-02-18T11:44:44Z2023-02-18T11:44:44Z<p>Recruitment is now closed! Thanks to everyone who submitted a character, and the sheer quantity of high-quality submissions ensures this will be a difficult decision. Again, apologies for the longer submission period - I hope nobody has become bored with the campaign. I will post selections later today, but I also plan to DM the selected players to confirm their participation in the campaign.</p>Recruitment is now closed! Thanks to everyone who submitted a character, and the sheer quantity of high-quality submissions ensures this will be a difficult decision. Again, apologies for the longer submission period - I hope nobody has become bored with the campaign. I will post selections later today, but I also plan to DM the selected players to confirm their participation in the campaign.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-18T11:44:44ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#972023-02-17T20:30:03Z2023-02-17T18:19:44Z<p>I would like to reiterate that the error lies with me and my inexperience as a PbP gamemaster, rather than any lack of sufficient material for character submissions - every character presented to date has been of exceptional quality.</p>I would like to reiterate that the error lies with me and my inexperience as a PbP gamemaster, rather than any lack of sufficient material for character submissions - every character presented to date has been of exceptional quality.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-17T18:19:44ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#962023-02-17T20:30:04Z2023-02-17T18:18:29Z<p>Taking into account the advice presented above, I fear that I may have extended the recruitment period too long and will try to keep it to the recommended two weeks for future games. There's not a lot I can do about it at this point, as we are almost at the end of the recruitment period, but I plan to end the recruitment early - on the 18th rather than the 19th as I had originally anticipated. I am willing to hold off if I receive a request by anyone planning a last-minute submission, but otherwise, I plan to close recruitment the morning of the 18th and choose players by the end of the day, hopefully starting play on the 19th.</p>Taking into account the advice presented above, I fear that I may have extended the recruitment period too long and will try to keep it to the recommended two weeks for future games. There's not a lot I can do about it at this point, as we are almost at the end of the recruitment period, but I plan to end the recruitment early - on the 18th rather than the 19th as I had originally anticipated. I am willing to hold off if I receive a request by anyone planning a last-minute submission, but...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-17T18:18:29ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#872023-02-16T22:47:38Z2023-02-16T22:47:38Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">ZetaGilgamesh wrote:</div><blockquote> At this point we are just chilling, waiting to see how things develop. </blockquote><p>Agreed. All the characters submitted thus far have been of astounding quality, but there has been relatively little activity in some time. I was considering shortening the recruitment period by one week for future games, but I wanted to check with some of the more experienced posters before I do so - would three weeks be better, or is four weeks the standard recruitment period?ZetaGilgamesh wrote:At this point we are just chilling, waiting to see how things develop.
Agreed. All the characters submitted thus far have been of astounding quality, but there has been relatively little activity in some time. I was considering shortening the recruitment period by one week for future games, but I wanted to check with some of the more experienced posters before I do so - would three weeks be better, or is four weeks the standard recruitment period?Mokmurian the Great2023-02-16T22:47:38ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#822023-02-14T23:17:12Z2023-02-14T23:17:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Sporkus wrote:</div><blockquote> Heavily interested. just wondering for starting wealth wise, roll, average or max. Or is it some other number. Don't want to assume. </blockquote><p>Thanks for your question! As I mentioned earlier, I neglected to include the starting wealth information in the original post, but I will accept either the average starting wealth or your roll if it's higher.Sporkus wrote:Heavily interested. just wondering for starting wealth wise, roll, average or max. Or is it some other number. Don't want to assume.
Thanks for your question! As I mentioned earlier, I neglected to include the starting wealth information in the original post, but I will accept either the average starting wealth or your roll if it's higher.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-14T23:17:12ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting&page=2#812023-02-14T21:34:35Z2023-02-14T21:34:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Tongue and cheek comment, ignore me, i’m a smart aleck </blockquote><p>No, it's my fault. I was delving into a rules discussion well outside of the relevant sections of the messageboards.Ironperenti wrote:Tongue and cheek comment, ignore me, i’m a smart aleck
No, it's my fault. I was delving into a rules discussion well outside of the relevant sections of the messageboards.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-14T21:34:35ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting&page=2#792023-02-14T21:11:38Z2023-02-14T21:11:38Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Curveballs aplenty </blockquote><p>Apologies, I'll stay on topic.Ironperenti wrote:Curveballs aplenty
Apologies, I'll stay on topic.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-14T21:11:38ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#792023-02-14T21:11:15Z2023-02-14T21:11:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">hustonj wrote:</div><blockquote> There are just as many Witch, Cleric and Investigator applicants as Brawler applicants . . .. </blockquote><p>Apologies, you make a fair point. My statement wasn't meant to offend anyone, it's just that there are several media characters I can see as archetypical examples of these various classes, i.e. Sherlock Holmes or Hercule Poirot for the Investigator, whereas the bald mechanic from Raiders of the Lost Ark is the only one to come to mind for the brawler class.hustonj wrote:There are just as many Witch, Cleric and Investigator applicants as Brawler applicants . . ..
Apologies, you make a fair point. My statement wasn't meant to offend anyone, it's just that there are several media characters I can see as archetypical examples of these various classes, i.e. Sherlock Holmes or Hercule Poirot for the Investigator, whereas the bald mechanic from Raiders of the Lost Ark is the only one to come to mind for the brawler class.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-14T21:11:15ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting&page=2#742023-02-13T21:46:35Z2023-02-13T21:38:39Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aurie de Valois wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Mokmurian the Great wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Mokmurian the Great wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start. </blockquote>That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong or some such. </blockquote>After rereading my post, I realize that given the fact that my character submission is a perfect example of the low-HP wizard I just mentioned, I'm probably not one to talk. </blockquote>There are litterally [sic] CR 1/3 creatures (looking at you "Orc common") that hit for 2d4+4 damage, have 20ish effective HP, ABs of +5 to +7 including charge boni and also have both melee and ranged options, the ranged option still hitting for d6+3. </blockquote><p>Agreed. I'm not saying the one-time HP boost is a bad idea - quite the opposite, in fact - merely that it's a feature of Paizo's other products I'm glad to see recreated here. While the various D&D editions tend to feature combat-heavy rule systems that break down at higher levels (especially 4E and 5E, as well as the "One D&D" playtest material), I think the primary weakness of 1E combat was a somewhat unstable early-game where the GM has to handle encounters carefully to avoid depleting the party's meager reserves of HP (in the provided example, with a +5 to hit and 1d6+3 damage [average to-hit roll of 15.5, average damage roll of 6.5], the given CR 1/3 creature has a slightly better than 50% chance of incapacitating the party wizard [most wizard characters I've seen have had a Dex around 14 or 15 and have no Con bonuses, so assuming max HP at 1st level, AC 12 with 6 HP] in the first round), but I think Paizo has done an admirable job at resolving the issue in later editions and supplementary products and the like.Aurie de Valois wrote:Mokmurian the Great wrote: Mokmurian the Great wrote: Ironperenti wrote: Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start.
That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-13T21:38:39ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#762023-02-12T16:35:31Z2023-02-12T16:35:31Z<p>Also, there seem to be quite a few brawlers up for submission, so I would be remiss if I did not include <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reQtFHZrtlc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">the brawler theme music</a>.</p>Also, there seem to be quite a few brawlers up for submission, so I would be remiss if I did not include the brawler theme music.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-12T16:35:31ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#752023-02-13T15:16:26Z2023-02-12T16:33:33Z<p>I will try to have selections made by the end of the day on the 19th, but given the astounding quality of all the characters submitted thus far, I may push it back to the end of the day on the 20th. I plan to start by the 25th, giving the selected players some time to get into their characters and get to know each other and whatnot, but it looks like most people are already doing that, so if I get the go-ahead from the five selected players, I may skip that step and just start on the 20th (or 21st, if it takes a while to decide).</p>I will try to have selections made by the end of the day on the 19th, but given the astounding quality of all the characters submitted thus far, I may push it back to the end of the day on the 20th. I plan to start by the 25th, giving the selected players some time to get into their characters and get to know each other and whatnot, but it looks like most people are already doing that, so if I get the go-ahead from the five selected players, I may skip that step and just start on the 20th (or...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-12T16:33:33ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: [PF 2E] Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And PowersMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/recruiting#172023-02-12T16:26:58Z2023-02-12T16:26:58Z<p>I should probably introduce myself as well. I've loved fantasy as long as I can remember - my favorite books as a child were Tolkien's <i>Lord of the Rings</i> series - and I quickly took to D&D 3.5E. I eventually moved to Pathfinder 1E, then Starfinder and 2E when they were released. So far, I have not regretted it, nor does it appear I ever will regret switching game systems - while I think some of the D&D campaign settings have a degree of merit lore-wise (especially Eberron), I feel that overall, Pathfinder systems are better-designed and are far more roleplay-focused than D&D's various editions are. I absolutely love creating characters and becoming engaged with the campaigns I play in (often to my detriment - I once spent a spectacularly unproductive five hours researching medieval economic theory for the sake of one dwarven shopkeeper my players promptly ignored), and I've been astounded by the high quality of the characters and players present on these forums (especially compared to my normal group, who are the sort who made "murderhobo" into a verb).</p>I should probably introduce myself as well. I've loved fantasy as long as I can remember - my favorite books as a child were Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series - and I quickly took to D&D 3.5E. I eventually moved to Pathfinder 1E, then Starfinder and 2E when they were released. So far, I have not regretted it, nor does it appear I ever will regret switching game systems - while I think some of the D&D campaign settings have a degree of merit lore-wise (especially Eberron), I feel that...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-12T16:26:58ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: [PF 2E] Kingmaker: A Realm Of Fey And PowersMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmud/recruiting#132023-02-12T13:01:42Z2023-02-12T13:01:42Z<p>I'm definitely interested, and I have an old character I made for just such a campaign. I'll have him posted shortly.</p>I'm definitely interested, and I have an old character I made for just such a campaign. I'll have him posted shortly.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-12T13:01:42ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#742023-02-12T10:08:07Z2023-02-12T10:08:07Z<p>With one week left for recruitment, it's time for an update to the submission list.</p>
<p>Melee/Front-line:
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Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
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Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
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Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
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Odver Trask (player: Torilgrey) - CG Human Slayer, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
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Lucian Tomescu (player: FangDragon) - LG Human Paladin, Love Lost (All Alone)</p>
<p>Ranged/Martial Support:
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Bimbur Longstrike (player: Chainmail) - LG Dwarf Monk (player indicated the Zen Archer archetype), Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
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Kane Hue (player: DoubleGold) - N Dwarf Gunslinger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)</p>
<p>Skill/Support:
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Paquen Dalmat (player: rdknight) - CG Tiefling Investigator, Dockside Avenger
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Tyrand Reculast (player: SPCR) - NG Half-Elf Investigator, Drug Addict (Addicted Friend)
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Marcus Nocturnus (player: Ironperenti) - NG Fetchling Unchained Rogue, Love Lost (Widowed)</p>
<p>Divine Caster/Healer:
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Ernhild Jaggvir (player: Ythiel) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Abadar, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
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Lucius Argentum (player: friendly sauce) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Asmodeus, Framed (Dropout)
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Ematti (player: ZetaGilgamesh) - CG Human Oracle, Unhappy Childhood (Tortured)</p>
<p>Arcane Caster:
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Pendleton Luculus (player: Rabscuttle) - LN Human Witch, Framed (Dropout)
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Boudacia Chieroptrix (player: Joynt Jezebel) - CG Skinwalker Witch, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
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Mary Anne Kerrelia (player: FreeRadical) - N Half-Elf Sorcerer, Framed (Dropout)
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Nicolai Fortescu (player: Vanulf Wulfson) - CG Human Wizard, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)</p>With one week left for recruitment, it's time for an update to the submission list.
Melee/Front-line:
Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
Odver Trask (player: Torilgrey) - CG Human Slayer, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
Lucian Tomescu (player: FangDragon) - LG Human...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-12T10:08:07ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting&page=2#662023-02-11T21:05:36Z2023-02-11T21:05:36Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Mokmurian the Great wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start. </blockquote>That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong or some such. </blockquote><p>After rereading my post, I realize that given the fact that my character submission is a perfect example of the low-HP wizard I just mentioned, I'm probably not one to talk.Mokmurian the Great wrote:Ironperenti wrote: Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start.
That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong or some such. After rereading my post, I realize...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-11T21:05:36ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting&page=2#652023-02-11T21:04:04Z2023-02-11T21:04:04Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start. </blockquote><p>That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong or some such.Ironperenti wrote:Yep, that way I can try to kill you from the very start.
That's a feature of 2E and Starfinder I rather liked and am glad to see recreated in 1E. By giving a one-time boost to HP, it allows the GM to introduce genuinely challenging and engaging low-level combat without having to constantly worry about TPKs because the wizard who took Con as his dump stat (aka the 1-Hit-Point Wonder) sneezed wrong or some such.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-11T21:04:04ZRe: Forums: Stolen Fate: can't wait for this ap finally more high lvl stuff!Mokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs43qzi?cant-wait-for-this-ap-finally-more-high-lvl#62023-02-12T23:45:39Z2023-02-05T23:56:18Z<p>I'm quite excited to see Paizo publishing more high-level APs. One of the primary critiques I often see leveled against D&D 5E and most of the other prominent fantasy systems is that they all break down at higher levels, that combat loses most of its appeal as players and monsters both undergo power creep, with combats dragging on due to an abundance of useless abilities or being cut suddenly and anticlimactically short by an overpowered feat combo. High-level APs, like Fists of the Ruby Phoenix or the upcoming Stolen Fate, demonstrate a major draw of PF2E - that high-level play works (seen in <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmitEnoyAlQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">this</a> demonstration and analysis).</p>I'm quite excited to see Paizo publishing more high-level APs. One of the primary critiques I often see leveled against D&D 5E and most of the other prominent fantasy systems is that they all break down at higher levels, that combat loses most of its appeal as players and monsters both undergo power creep, with combats dragging on due to an abundance of useless abilities or being cut suddenly and anticlimactically short by an overpowered feat combo. High-level APs, like Fists of the Ruby...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-05T23:56:18ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#692023-02-05T18:49:27Z2023-02-05T14:41:52Z<p>Apologies for my earlier errors. A revised version of the previous list is below.</p>
<p>Melee/Front-line:
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Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
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Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
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Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)</p>
<p>Ranged/Martial Support:
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Odver Trask (player: Torilgrey) - CG Human Ranger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
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Bimbur Longstrike (player: Chainmail) - LG Dwarf Monk (player indicated the Zen Archer archetype), Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
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Kane Hue (player: DoubleGold) - N Dwarf Gunslinger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)</p>
<p>Skill/Support:
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Paquen Dalmat (player: rdknight) - CG Tiefling Investigator, Dockside Avenger
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Tyrand Reculast (player: SPCR) - NG Half-Elf Investigator, Drug Addict (Addicted Friend)
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Marcus Nocturnus (player: Ironperenti) - NG Fetchling Unchained Rogue, Love Lost (Widowed)</p>
<p>Divine Caster/Healer:
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Ernhild Jaggvir (player: Ythiel) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Abadar, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
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Lucius Argentum (player: friendly sauce) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Asmodeus, Framed (Dropout)</p>
<p>Arcane Caster:
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Pendleton Luculus (player: Rabscuttle) - LN Human Witch, Framed (Dropout)
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Boudacia Chieroptrix (player: Joynt Jezebel) - CG Skinwalker Witch, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
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Mary Anne Kerrelia (player: FreeRadical) - N Half-Elf Sorcerer, Framed (Dropout)
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Nicolai Fortescu (player: Vanulf Wulfson) - CG Human Wizard, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)</p>Apologies for my earlier errors. A revised version of the previous list is below.
Melee/Front-line:
Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
Ranged/Martial Support:
Odver Trask (player: Torilgrey) - CG Human Ranger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
Bimbur Longstrike (player:...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-05T14:41:52ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#682023-02-05T14:40:52Z2023-02-05T14:40:52Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Vanulf Wulfson wrote:</div><blockquote> I'm Nicolai's player, not FangDragon. </blockquote><p>Sorry, I must have misread something.Vanulf Wulfson wrote:I'm Nicolai's player, not FangDragon.
Sorry, I must have misread something.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-05T14:40:52ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#652023-02-05T13:58:15Z2023-02-05T13:58:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Marcus Nocturnus wrote:</div><blockquote> Fetchling actually </blockquote><p>Apologies, I misread your character's profile.Marcus Nocturnus wrote:Fetchling actually
Apologies, I misread your character's profile.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-05T13:58:15ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Mokmurian's CoCTMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrw/recruiting&page=2#632023-02-05T10:40:47Z2023-02-05T10:29:54Z<p>There are currently two weeks until recruitment closes. The current submissions and party roles (again, to the best of my understanding, correct me if I'm wrong) are as following:</p>
<p>Melee/Front-line:
<br />
Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
<br />
Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
<br />
Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)</p>
<p>Ranged/Martial Support:
<br />
Odver Trask (player: Torilgrey) - CG Human Ranger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
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Bimbur Longstrike (player: Chainmail) - LG Dwarf Monk (player indicated the Zen Archer archetype), Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
<br />
Kane Hue (player: DoubleGold) - N Dwarf Gunslinger, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)</p>
<p>Skill/Support:
<br />
Paquen Dalmat (player: rdknight) - CG Tiefling Investigator, Dockside Avenger
<br />
Tyrand Reculast (player: SPCR) - NG Half-Elf Investigator, Drug Addict (Addicted Friend)
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Marcus Nocturnus (player: Ironperenti) - NG Dhampir Unchained Rogue, Love Lost (Widowed)</p>
<p>Divine Caster/Healer:
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Ernhild Jaggvir (player: Ythiel) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Abadar, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)
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Lucius Argentum (player: friendly sauce) - LN Dwarf Cleric of Asmodeus, Framed (Dropout)</p>
<p>Arcane Caster:
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Pendleton Luculus (player: Rabscuttle) - LN Human Witch, Framed (Dropout)
<br />
Boudacia Chieroptrix (player: Joynt Jezebel) - CG Skinwalker Witch, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
<br />
Mary Anne Kerrelia (player: FreeRadical) - N Half-Elf Sorcerer, Framed (Dropout)
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Nicolai Fortescu (player: FangDragon) - CG Human Wizard, Drug Addict (Personal Addiction)</p>
<p>The following players have dotted for interest but have not submitted a character:</p>
<p>pad300
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Solicitor</p>
<p>If I've missed your character, feel free to send me a PM or post in this thread.</p>There are currently two weeks until recruitment closes. The current submissions and party roles (again, to the best of my understanding, correct me if I'm wrong) are as following:
Melee/Front-line:
Evidio Null (player: tumbler) - LN Human Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Sibling)
Tawni (player: hustonj) - NG Human Swashbuckler, Betrayed (Reformed Criminal)
Kubi Niss (player: AGM Lemming) - NG Ratfolk Brawler, Missing Child (Missing Son or Daughter)
Ranged/Martial Support:
Odver Trask...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-05T10:29:54ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting#282023-02-04T02:58:12Z2023-02-04T02:58:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> Looks good. That's like old school opposition schools isn't it? AD&D 2e style? I didn't play wizards. </blockquote><p>Yes, it's similar to the opposition school system from the older AD&D editions. While wizards preparing from Pathfinder opposition schools merely have to burn extra spell slots for an opposition spell, the opposition school system from AD&D 2E through 3.5E (I believe they replaced it in 4E) meant that a wizard could not prepare spells from either opposition school at all. I feel the archetype fits well with my character concept, but as someone who exclusively played wizards in 3.5E, it also has a degree of nostalgia value.Ironperenti wrote:Looks good. That's like old school opposition schools isn't it? AD&D 2e style? I didn't play wizards.
Yes, it's similar to the opposition school system from the older AD&D editions. While wizards preparing from Pathfinder opposition schools merely have to burn extra spell slots for an opposition spell, the opposition school system from AD&D 2E through 3.5E (I believe they replaced it in 4E) meant that a wizard could not prepare spells from either opposition school at all. I...Mokmurian the Great2023-02-04T02:58:12ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting#262023-02-04T01:07:52Z2023-02-04T00:46:09Z<p>Quick question before I finalize my character - would the <a href="https://www.aonprd.com/ArchetypeDisplay.aspx?FixedName=Wizard%20Thassilonian%20Specialist" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> Thassilonian Specialist </a> archetype be available for use? I saw it and thought it might fit my character concept.</p>Quick question before I finalize my character - would the Thassilonian Specialist archetype be available for use? I saw it and thought it might fit my character concept.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-04T00:46:09ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting#242023-02-03T23:32:04Z2023-02-03T23:32:04Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ironperenti wrote:</div><blockquote> @Mokmurian: sounds workable to me, why would it not be? </blockquote><p>Sorry, I just wanted to check and make sure nobody else planned to be the primary "Thassilon expert" in the party, since you stated your friends had already created characters. I'm just trying not to step on anybody's toes.Ironperenti wrote:@Mokmurian: sounds workable to me, why would it not be?
Sorry, I just wanted to check and make sure nobody else planned to be the primary "Thassilon expert" in the party, since you stated your friends had already created characters. I'm just trying not to step on anybody's toes.Mokmurian the Great2023-02-03T23:32:04ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Ironperenti's Shattered Star AP RecruitmentMokmurian the Greathttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmrl/recruiting#202023-02-03T07:21:06Z2023-02-03T03:22:56Z<p>I have a character concept I wanted to run past you before I finalized my submission - a human abjurer who would be the group's dedicated arcane caster and historian. I plan on taking the Intrigued by Thassilon campaign trait for him and putting several skill points into Knowledge (arcane), Knowledge (history), and Linguistics. Would this character work, or should I come up with a different concept?</p>I have a character concept I wanted to run past you before I finalized my submission - a human abjurer who would be the group's dedicated arcane caster and historian. I plan on taking the Intrigued by Thassilon campaign trait for him and putting several skill points into Knowledge (arcane), Knowledge (history), and Linguistics. Would this character work, or should I come up with a different concept?Mokmurian the Great2023-02-03T03:22:56ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Recruitment: Wrath of the mostly morally flexibleThanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmqz/recruiting&page=4#1532023-01-29T15:58:28Z2023-01-29T15:58:28Z<p>I'm actually fairly glad many of the submissions have a humorous element to them. I had originally intended for my character to be serious, but as I look over my submission, I realize that certain elements of his backstory are more comical. I can easily imagine Iomedae carefully weighing the pros and cons of giving Isin clerical/paladin powers.</p>
<p><b>Pros</b>:
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Has the religious background of a faithful cleric
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Has the willingness to take up arms for righteousness of a valiant paladin</p>
<p><b>Cons</b>:
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Has the physical strength of a boiled turnip
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Has the wisdom and overall strength of will of a concussed lemming</p>I'm actually fairly glad many of the submissions have a humorous element to them. I had originally intended for my character to be serious, but as I look over my submission, I realize that certain elements of his backstory are more comical. I can easily imagine Iomedae carefully weighing the pros and cons of giving Isin clerical/paladin powers.
Pros:
Has the religious background of a faithful cleric
Has the willingness to take up arms for righteousness of a valiant paladin
Cons:
Has the...Thanaton Sirov (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-01-29T15:58:28ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Radical's Agent's of Edgewatch RecruitmentZirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmr1/recruiting&page=2#532023-01-26T03:54:31Z2023-01-26T03:54:31Z<p>I realize I'm just slipping in under the wire here, but I've updated Zirnikar's stats - I missed a few alterations I had made in my own notes but not in Zirnikar's stat block.</p>I realize I'm just slipping in under the wire here, but I've updated Zirnikar's stats - I missed a few alterations I had made in my own notes but not in Zirnikar's stat block.Zirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-01-26T03:54:31ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Radical's Agent's of Edgewatch RecruitmentZirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmr1/recruiting#182023-01-13T03:32:51Z2023-01-13T03:32:51Z<p>I've made some adjustments to my character equipment and backstory. Zirnikar is an engineer from the Hookclaw clan who joined the Post Guard to support himself while he studied. He has a strong tendency to fidget, and he heavily relies on the tried-and-true method of "percussive maintenance." As for the free archetype, I certainly look forward to role-playing extremely fortuitous incompetence with the Unexpected Sharpshooter archetype.</p>I've made some adjustments to my character equipment and backstory. Zirnikar is an engineer from the Hookclaw clan who joined the Post Guard to support himself while he studied. He has a strong tendency to fidget, and he heavily relies on the tried-and-true method of "percussive maintenance." As for the free archetype, I certainly look forward to role-playing extremely fortuitous incompetence with the Unexpected Sharpshooter archetype.Zirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-01-13T03:32:51ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Radical's Agent's of Edgewatch RecruitmentZirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmr1/recruiting#82023-01-12T03:58:43Z2023-01-12T03:58:43Z<p>Here's the kobold inventor I mentioned in my earlier post, presented for consideration in the campaign.</p>Here's the kobold inventor I mentioned in my earlier post, presented for consideration in the campaign.Zirnikar (alias of Mokmurian the Great)2023-01-12T03:58:43Z