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"Angels" - Zeriax whispers, his fingers unconsciously going to his pointy fangs - "I would say you are right Manny, even though I have no idea how one goes about 'looking' for them - I guess a church would be a good place to start?"
Zeltor agrees with the path decided upon by his companions, and follows them in silence, watchful.
Zeltor is confused at this creature's actions - it seems hurt, yet laughing hysterically is something the monk would not expect - "This creature is mad, perhaps the pain and the wish for revenge have taken its toll?" - he analyzes, his methodical approach immediately replaced by concern when his companion is hit - "Be careful friend Sorval - do not risk anything" - he urges, again his arrows pumped one after the other.
Zeltor shoots again, but this time he is not so sure this is the best course of action - "Are my arrows even doing anything to this monster?" - he asks of his companions as much as to himself, but still he shoots undeterred.
Zeltor shivers at the creature's laugh, but stands his ground, again launching arrow upon arrow, surprised the creature managed to escape Ruul's grasp.
"What is that?" - Zeltor lets out, genuinely curious as he steps away from the creature.
If he was still hesitating before attacking, the thought vanishes as Manny takes the lead, even though the monk is about sure that whatever the creature may turn into, it has chosen the worst possible place to do it - in Ruul's grip. The thoughts do not deter his arrows however.
"We can't simply kill him Ruul" - the monk is quick to add - "Though his continued deception do deserve punishment" - he ponders to his companion - "I am not sure however if the authorities will have the necessary resources to deal with someone with his powers" Anyone have an idea just who or what this guy is? We might take him somewhere to see just what he can do. "I do not know Manny - would this be some kind of perverted fey creature? I am inclined to speak to the dwarf about this though, maybe witohut his presence"
Zeltor nods at Ruul's words - "Some sort of understanding will have to be reached, or you will simply end up being turned to the authorities - you will gain no respite, no vengeance, nothing in the end" - he adds to his companion's reasoning.
Taking a step back, the monk refocuses his attacks at the one creature closest to him - "I had never heard any recounts of such creatures in the village or around it" - he adds - "Have you?"
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Zeltor had not said a word in a long time, and he did not find the need to say any right now, letting his arrows do the talking for him, aiming two rapid shots at the creature attacking Sunny.
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Sorry guys, I am here - Manny did PM me... Twice... But it all got lost amidst the Christmas rush and haze :D By the way, MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone! I'm on family mode right now, but will play catch up, and throw a post at ya later today. Welcome back Trout and all.
Zeltor shuffles in place.
Zeltor skulks...
Zeltor partakes from the meal, turning to his companions with a nod - "What now friends?"
** spoiler omitted ** Trout:
"Hmmm, maybe he needs to be looked at - I will be visiting you and your son as soon as I have the opportunity, would that be acceptable" - the tiefling questions. "Also, you are most welcome - I am happy I was able to assist in reuniting your family" - he smiles warmly. Later on, Zeltor will set off in search of the others.
Apologies for the delay people - last couple of days have been really busy with job hunting. On a side note, I will be travelling today with the family, and until about midday Tuesday - internet access will be limited to phone, so posting will probably be irregular.
Sorry to hear that Manny. Hope you get a chance to relax, and hope to play with you again soon. Trout, hang in there and recover your mojo. We're still here ;)
@Imbicatus: Ok, I think I got it - so if one actually wants to dip, say... 3 levels in Zen Archer, he/she will still have to rely on archery feats like rapid shot, etc, to be able to continue progressing - so it would make more sense taking Rapid Shot with ZA, even if you don't need it initially, correct? So, for example in my case, I have: Improved Unarmed Strike
So, at level 5 I would take Rapid Shot, and take it from there, right? (On a side note, I have seen you hint at going ZA/Empyreal Sorcerer in another thread :D Would that just be a single dip?) @nate lange: Yeah, the Evangelist PrC REALLY has some appeal to a Zen Archer - the progression as monk gets delayed for a level, and yes, the saves do take a hit but... Apart from that, it just seems all good. If one is looking for a divinely oriented character, it just adds good stuff to an already strong class like the ZA - I definitely like it. And even though the Irori boons are nothing out of this world for a Zen Archer (apart from the 3rd one), they are still cool to have. Decisions... Decisions...
Well, if you have Wisdom in the Flesh, you already worship Irori. It's a faith trait. You are right of course Imbicatus - he already follows Irori... Personally, I would either stay with ZAM or go Inquisitor now and stay inquisitor. A dip of Inquisitor doesn't give that much that is worth delaying the goodies that ZAM brings. But if you go full inquisitor, you will have enough judgments and bane to be useful without missing the the increased deadliness too much. Ok, would you stop the progression in ZA right away at level 3? Or do you think it would be worth it to take it a step further? Maybe up to level 6? One thing confuses me though - If my source of multiple attacks per round is the Flurry, what happens if I don't progress any further as a monk? How do I manage to gain more attacks? Another thing, assuming I would keep 3 more levels in ZA before going Inquisitor, would it be a better option to simply go ZA until level 6, and then change, or it makes sense to take an Inquisitor level, then a ZA one, etc?
Now there is one thing I don't have much experience with - Mythic. According to your perspective Mojorat, I would instead stop taking levels in ZA, and focus Ranger (Trapper)? I gotta agree that, if progressing as Ranger, it sucks not having spellcasting :D
Hello people, I've been playing a Ranger(Trapper)/Zen Archer in a Wrath of the Righteous game - we are currently at level 4 and my character is Ranger1/ZA3 - the Ranger dip was taken because the group needed both a scout/trapfinder, and some ranged support - so far I am happy with the outcome, and the character is able to do both. Zen Archers are well... You know... And in spite of the Stealth not being up there in astronomic levels, it has been enough to not get me killed yet. With some masterwork tools and Wisdom in the Flesh, I also managed a decent skill level in Disable Device, and since I usually have a hard time playing 'unsklled' characters, I went ahead and bumped his Int, in detriment of Con, so he even sports some useful skills. So it's all cool. There are two things that make me feel kinda funky though - since this is Wrath of the Righteous, I feel like I would like to give some more 'divine' orientation to the character - I am not playing him as the 'usual' silent type monk, but instead a focused, balanced character that actively wants to do good, will sacrifice himself for others, and actively wants to turn the tide of events around him; the other thing is more related to the mechanics of the character itself, and the available options - dang, the guys shoots, and shoots, and shoots, and shoots... I try to play him as diverse as I can, sometimes I think I am even too reckless, tumbling through threatened spaces to offer flanking to melees, taking point when I already know behind that door the bad guys are waiting, offering tactical advice during combat, etc, etc - still, I want MORE! :D I know multiclassing is considered the 'path not to follow' in Pathfinder, but I'm starting to take a look at other classes that could complement my idea for the character, still keeping him effective at what he does and... Why not - offering him additional options to play with? That being said, I was considering: - Sticking to ZA and that's that. I know I'll be good at shooting arrows, and a couple other skills I dedicate myself to. Will be an effective character for sure;
So what do you people think? Does any of this make sense? Any other suggestions?
The Trout: "You say Worren is different?" - Zeltor insists just a tad - "How so?"
Zeltor welcomes the chance to be back at school, and a semblance of a more ordinary life - events precipitated one after the other during the last couple of days, end even though he is a pragmatic one, not all has been easy to assimilate. With a smile he acknowledges the return of Ermes, and keeps an eye on the by to make sure his integration is smooth. By the end of the school day, he welcomes the boy's mother with a nod - "It is good to see that things are getting back on track" - he retorts - "How have you and your son been. Everything returning to its usual routines?" - the tiefling questions.
"I need to check by the school, to see how things have been doing" - Zeltor comments with the others - "It has been a couple of days. The kids have other classes but still... Anyway, where do we meet later on?" - he asks.
"Those will do great Lorranith, thank you" - Zeltor pipes in, breaking his silence. He had been pondering all of the sudden happenings around town, a place where until so recently he had been nothing more than a quiet professor. "Returning to some normal activities will be a welcome respite from what we have seen" - he comments to his companions - "My eyes have set upon things I do not yet understand, and other I had never seen before. I am not sure I grasp their significance yet" Looking at Sunny, he adds - "Your constant good mood is certainly refreshing" - he offers a shy smile.
Seeing Sorval being flung like a rag doll, the monk's bow pumps furiously - they are all wounded, and if the beast manages to get to anyone else, and their numbers dwindle, they may not stand a chance.
Therapy carried out by a minotaur - now there's a story to tell your grandchildren :D Welcome back oh mighty Trout!
Zeltor is still staring at the creature, never having seen one quite like it, but he immediately reacts, firing two arrows in quick succession at their mark.
Zeltor stands up, gathering his gear, and rubbing the sleep from his eyes - "Why would he take off on his own?" - he ponders, following Manny.
"ZZzzZZZZZzzzzzzZzZzZ"
"I think we have indeed no alternative" - Zeltor responds to Sunny and Manny - "The wounded will not be able to move faster then this withut some sort of transportation" Settling down his backpack, he prepares to camp, and makes a quick survey of the area, to make sure it is safe.
"I agree with friend Ruul - these men need to be lead back to town and plead their cases, if they so wish" - Zeltor adds with a grave nod - "The town is entitled to be made aware of what has transpired here, and make their decisions on what penalty to apply, if any" - he ponders - "Perhaps a couple of months of forced labour in the fields would make up for some of the caused mayhem and loss"
Zeltor smiles at Manny's straightforward answers, assisting him with the unpleasant task of disposing of the 'body parts'
Zeltor takes a step back and away from the jars - "Be careful friends - do not take any unnecessary risks"
"Do you think it will return here? It will probably locate his master no? And she has left" - Zeltor pipes in.
"Hello there..." - Zeltor answers to the girl, completely beffudled by the torrent of conversation.
Zeltor does not know this person that is assisting Ruul, but he is thankful for the help - "How is he?"
Ruul can take it ;)
Zeltor presses his assault on the creature, hoping to put it down.
Zeltor notices the woman dashing out - he firmly believes she must be the one responsible for all this, as the creature embroiled with Ruul seems to be nothing more than a mindless aberration. But chasing her is really not an option, not when those he has been walking the path with are in such danger. He tries to get a good look at her, but remains focused on his attacks.
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