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Turtle Power Gunship Hover Attempt, good maneuverability, 1/2 CL 9th, large size: 1d20 + 4 + 4 - 2 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 4 - 2 = 15

"RAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!!!"

Amazingly, Phranklin manages to hover in place, like some giant, screaming, flat, flying saucer...

Standard action for Total Defense while he's at it... +4 dodge bonus to AC until Phranklin's next turn

Thanks GM Badblood!

Mounted Combat feat would have kicked in on the attack vs. Phranklin. If you'll allow the retcon, here's the roll to avoid the acid flesh:
Ride check DC 16 to avoid attack on Phranklin: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (20) + 17 = 37
(splash would remain the same, so no change there)

He's old. He's grumpy. But he gets going once the engine has been greased up for a few rounds... lol

"RRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAGH!!" roars Phranklin, expertly flying towards the demon.

I added a slide at the end for elevations so that I don't go crazy trying to figure out reach and stuff

"PISHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!" nods Phranklin, pushing seawater out of its nostrils into a steam-like salty spray, eager for the battle ahead.

Thank you for GMing Jaeman!

The bonded mount obliges, and grabs several swimmers along, tossing them on his shell with a gentle nudge of the head as he swims by them.

Blind Miss Chance, 01-50 is a miss: 1d100 ⇒ 76 -->Potential Hit
Melee bite: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (2, 5) + 6 = 13

End of Turn Will Save vs. Blindness: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 8 = 16

Hello all! I'm going to a concert tonight, returning in the wee hours of the mornin' so I won't be checking the boards until tomorrow around noon (Monday July 15). Raynor has the hero's defiance spell memorized and two uses of lay on hands left due to a Silver Crusade boon. He also has the 'Essential Agent' GM 3-star boon that acts as an Aegis of Recovery. Despite these measures, if Raynor dies the animal companion can keep going for a bit and he's got Scent as well as the Defend and Rescue tricks so feel free to bot Phranklin if Raynor bites the dust. If Raynor survives please consider holding on until I come back and I will do his post tomorrow at the first opportunity. Have a good Sunday night and see you all tomorrow!

If you haven't used pearl of power you could 5-ft. step back, recall and AoE spell like burning hands, and flame him. Edit: wait, your spell list still shows burning hands?! use it please! Also, don't know if you guys have, but it's boon-checking time if there ever was one...

Yep... sorry! Raynor is 2 pts. too high: leftover from previous fight. Phranklin is ok though. We didn't have time to buff before this one as we were running to the docks. I have another boon I can use instead if you prefer (two rerolls: one generic reroll and one that only work against undead). Let me know what you prefer.

@GMAndrewW: I was still doing my post when you ninja'ed me --> I activated a boon to help me with save DCs (please see updated post above- thanks! let me know if it helped!)

Phranklin reacts to Sempet landing on the deck next to him and tries to bite the ruffian!

Miss Chance, 01-50 is a MISS: 1d100 ⇒ 68 Potential hit
Melee bite, 5-foot step: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 2) + 6 = 11

End of Turn Will Save vs. Blindness: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

GMAndrew: could you provide the layout of the sterncastle? I think the current map shows the inside but I'm wondering how I could get up there to help Hector... thanks

reroll available?

The Korfu: can you 'pearl of power' magic missile back to mind and try to damage Sempet? he's got some decent damage in already and every bit helps. I got Smite Evil on against Red for the moment...

Alternatively, if you can bring Hector to me I have a boon that may help stabilize him...

Phranklin bites yellowjacket and sidesteps to the northeast!

Melee bite, 5-foot step: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (2, 1) + 6 = 9

Did *not* know that! thanks GMAndrewW!

Been wondering about that paralysis thing: wouldn't controlling an existing fly spell a purely mental action? I mean, wizards don't go flapping their arms when they fly right? and the spell was already cast...

Phranklin keeps chomping at yellowjacket and sidesteps to the southwest!

Melee bite, 5-foot step: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (19) + 9 = 28
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (1, 1) + 6 = 8

Phranklin charges the ghoul with the yellow vest, emitting his telltale turtle-battle-cry!

Charge
Melee bite, charge: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 9 + 2 = 17
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (2, 5) + 6 = 13

AC -2

Phranklin attempts to bite the blue ghoul again.

5-ft step, attack
Melee bite, flank: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 9 + 2 = 12
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 5) + 6 = 14

Phranklin attempts to bite the blue ghoul again.

Melee bite, flank: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 9 + 2 = 25
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (2, 5) + 6 = 13

Hi GMAndrewW,

Just want to confirm that yellow has moved. The thread said yellow moved but the map still shows him next to Phranklin. In which square did yellow go?

Thanks!

Phranklin / GM PDK

Scent: "When the creature is within 5 feet of the source, it pinpoints the source’s location."

Phranklin sniffs around for the nearest stinky ghoul (yellow) and tries to rip it open.

Blind, Miss Chance; 01-50 is a MISS: 1d100 ⇒ 22

Phranklin misses the ghoul, the presence of other nearby ghouls perhaps throwing its smell-o-meter off...

Phranklin attempts to bite the blue ghoul again.

Melee bite, flank: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 9 + 2 = 26
b/p/s dmg: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (5, 1) + 6 = 12

Hi GMAndrewW,

Zartan seems to be straddling two squares but depending on the placement, there's a chance he might be out of the slow spell's range (more than 30 ft. from Raynor)

(Please, pretty please... because this fight is not looking good for us, with Auntie already gone...)

Phranklin attempts to plop unto the swan boat!

Climb: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21

If unsuccessful, will take second move action to return under the waves and cross to the other side of the Voracious.

Guys- just letting you all know that I won't be able to post Raynor's next move until Saturday night.

Skulls and Shackles Player's Guide, p.17: "Black Tentacles: This spell can be cast on the surface of the water or on a ship’s deck. The tentacles do not attack ships."

Thanks for reminding me- I might have one in my folder... will check when I get home and get back to you.

Edit: nope... my regional support was the Skinwalker boon...

How do you get the Breath of Life boon?

Just noticed my character sheet at home that Phranklin has muleback cords... however not sure if I can use it without Extra Item Slot feat from PFS guide. I'm seeking clarifications on it; if it turns out I was wrong I'll have to get ride of 'Weapon Focus (bite)'.

The push/pull rate is actually on the order to three times higher with muleback cords, approx. 4,500 x 3 = 13,500 lbs. When I posted in gameplay I had to look at its push/pull amount and saw a note 'muleback cords x3' - not sure if it needs a feat though (the actual Animal Archives feat is to let you gain 'new' slot, but the PFS Guide one seems to be worded to let you use 'the ones you have', although it appears from the FAQ that you can always use the neck, armor and saddle slots... archelons have the shoulders slot but I'm uncertain whether he can use it without Extra Item Slot)

"Krrrrraaaaaghhh blub blub glug glug blub blub blub!" agrees Phranklin, sinking beneath the waves and pushing the prow towards the Voracious.

Push/Pull 4,500 lbs; 13,500 lbs. via muleback cords Swim Check: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (12) + 16 = 28

Intended effect of ship rotation shown on map, recolored to greyscale

"Krrrrrrrrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaghhh!" enthusiastically screams Phranklin, emerging from the waves in a shower of divine lights!

Handle Animal +16 :: Autmakes DC 10 to 'Attack'

bite: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15 for 1d8 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11 P/B/S damage.

Ride +10 :: Autmakes DC 5/10 to 'Guide with knees' and 'Fight with a combat-trained mount' :: Raynor guides Phranklin in a 5-foot step to the northwest after Phranklin's attack.

Out in the street, Phranklin politely bows his head to any onlooker approaching, and slowly follows the stable boy to his paddock. He obliges any children wishing to pet him or talk to him.

"..."

I'm not sure where the disconnect is....but their seems to be an inherent resistance on this specific product, specifically to bring it on line with the quality I have come to expect from Paizo and it's design team.

I'm not the least bit interested on speculating why...or spreading rumors as to how it's happened.

But I will say this is not what I expect based on past performance.

I understand and appreciate their efforts so far.

At the same time.....I am not going to "call it good" and give up with a concept when I know they can do so much better ;)

Well, I've left this thread for a few months after saying this class was garbage, but you've been here the whole time, so I call BS on you not being excited about this right now. I'm back here because I'm pleasantly amazed and surprised Paizo is taking a second look at this even. That speaks volumes about them. That's my opinion, but I think telling everyone "No guys, it's gonna suck... LISTEN TO ME!!!" is a bit moot at this point.

We know you care a lot about the class. Just have a little faith in your fellow nerdists who work in this field trying to bring you something better! ;)

Halfing shifter going grizzly on someone's ass? nuff said. I'm in.

I do like the ability to make iterative attacks with a natural weapon though.

With multiattack feat the other attacks will be even more awesomer! :)

I'm still not seeing any reason to do more than a dip in Shifter or any of it's Archetypes.......:(

Oh come on! they're busting their bee-hinds on this and I'm sure the end results will be awesome. Based on the changes so far I already know I'll play one. The... flavor factor on these updated shifters is... considerable... :) :) :)

Hmmm... now I have a question: Can you combine Shifter's Fury with Two-Weapon Fighting?

Think of your claw as a dagger or short sword or any other light weapon.

I love Jason Bulmahn.

I just noticed this thread! late in the game here, but I'm now quite excited about the class. Enough to roll one up one day!

Thank you Paizo! Thank you Jason!

Edit: did someone mention in this thread when the PDF will be updated? thank you!

You guys are still talking about that Shifter? sheesh... are you going for some thread count record or something?

What's FCB again?

Phranklin wrote:

NoTongue says it. At this point the only thing that can save the Shifter is a revised Shifter (blog post or revised PDF).

Eh, I like it for the opportunity it allows to play a Beorn-like character without a heck of a lot of perusing multiple sources.

So, for that purpose, I don't think the Shifter even needs to be saved.

Eh, then again, you probably won't avail yourself of the opportunity, if we're being honest right?

NoTongue says it. At this point the only thing that can save the Shifter is a revised Shifter (blog post or revised PDF).

Wei Ji the Learner wrote:

Equally telling is that there hasn't been a release of the Shifter pregen that I can see... and usually these things come out right with the source material...

That's telling what?

That the haversack is far from handy.

Shifter is hopeless; rest of the book is great. I'd settle for a blog post showing the fixed Shifter version and/or a revised PDF later. Right now my book has been hidden in the shame pile away from my players' eyes.