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Alright, I give in, I've put it off long enough.
I am announcing my first PbP game (ever).
The game will be playtesting the PRPG rules with a campaign I am very familiar with: Red Hand of Doom. I've run this adventure twice to completion, and another time as a one-off adventure.
I am inviting all players to volunteer their services. Currently I am planning for 4 players, although I can adjust for up to 6 or as few as 2. Assuming 4 players, the game will begin at 4th level to account for increased power in PRPG.
I have a few players in mind (not telling), so I will wait a few days before settling into a group. I prefer players interested in storytelling, amicable and well-spoken, and willing to deal with playtest issues as they arise.
Please post your willingness to participate here, and a brief character line of what you would prefer to play (ie. Dave, N male human fighter 5) so I can look at party balance. Posting here does not guarantee you inclusion in the group, this is not first come/first served.
I will be using Invisible Castle for player rolling, DM rolls will be "behind the screen".
More details once I settle on a group.
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CN Male Varisian Human Cleric/Sorcerer (Undead) of Urgathoa. The possibility exists that he will take Mystic Theurge down the track when it becomes available in a future Beta Release. Necromancy and Undead will be his focus. He is not evil, just slightly amoral and self centred.
Feel free to have a browse through my other PbP Characters (and Posts). =)
He was born dead, but drew breath minutes after he was declared. It was said to be a bad omen, but his mother would not hear of it and raised him as normal member of his Clan. A sickly child, he always had a fascination with dead things and his first insights into the world of the undead came when his clan was attcked by Zombies one night. From then on he did everything he could to find out more about them. He left his Clan when he was 16 after his Uncle found him trying to experiment with a dead dog. Since then he has found out that Urgathoa is the Godess of Undeath and even though he does not agree with her Evil nature, has used her worship to delve further into the realms of Undeath.
Skinny, sickly complexion with bone white hair and black piercing eyes.
Hello. I am running two games that you can check out >>here<< and >>here<<
I would love to play, and would most like to play
Male Taldan forlorn elf cleric of Shelyn. NG. Illavenil Aerel
Male Keleshite-raised Dwarf sorceror, with Desnan/Abadaran faith, and with an urbane, cultured and witty demeanor. A charmer, and diplomat. LG. Karl Dwemersonn. Blonde and blue eyed, but Keleshite bred.
Or a halfling ranger/rogue from Galt. N. Atheist and cynic. Tate Arkenswoar of Woodsedge. Post-traumatic stress disorder, and a strong streak of pragmatism.
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I am definitely interested. I frequently post (more than once a day if game speed supports it) and am very much into the roleplaying aspects of my characters. Please feel free to visit the other PBPs threads that I have characters in. I will have to think on a good concept and will post that soon here but am VERY flexible on what I am willing to play. I am also completely unfamiliar with the Red Hand of Doom having never played through it before but have heard a lot of good things about it.
Ok, just came up with this....
Mijanor Firehammer (of the Five Kings) NG Dwarven Cleric of Torag.
Having spent most of his youth around the mountain forges of the Five King Mountains he saw things of wonder created from the rarest metals. He dreams of someday owning and running his own forge and sees adventurin' as the best way to accomplish this. Valuing the craftsmanship that goes into the creation of weapons, armor, or even a good solid dwarven tankard above most other things. "A sign of a strong people is the quality o' the things they make."
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Thanks for the responses so far, I'm definitely considering all of you!
As most of you asked, I would be willing to allow some non-Beta material. Any feats or spells (and only feats or spells) published by Wizards will be considered, on a case by case basis. Character purpose and ultimate impact on the Beta performance will be the primary focus, so don't expect to play a cleric using everything from Spell Compendium (light of lunia and holy bolt, I'm looking at you!)
I'll give it a few more days to be fair to slow posters. And remember, I can go up to 6 PCs. If you really want to whip up a character early, here are the character generation rules for the campaign:
Character Generation for Dorak's Red Hand of Doom PbP
1. Characters will begin play at level 5. Starting evels will increase or decrease by 1 if there are less or more players than 4, respectively.
2. Use point buy to generate ability scores. 15 points with Pathfinder system, page 5.
3. Use the standard wealth guidelines of Pathfinder Beta, page 293. Remember, no more than half your wealth on a single item, and no more than 1/4 your wealth on consumables such as potions, scrolls, and wands. Only magic items from the Beta will be allowed.
4. XP will be calculated on the Fast progression chart, page 13, using the exact division method to award XP in game. Your character begins with the minimum experience for their level.
5. No Chaotic Evil characters are allowed, all other alignments may be played. Preference will be given to good characters (for example, if someone requests to play a Paladin, all requests/concepts for evil characters will be denied/revoked). Disruptive characters will be asked to leave the game.
I would like to join as well.
Rayaldin Lunarch, CG Half-Elf Ranger(3)/Fighter(2) - Son of a (retired)adventurer, he is out to follow in his father's footsteps and exceed them, so that he may one day have a better story to tell than dad.
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Augrok Manyteeth, NG Half-orc Druid 5 - Augrok believes that he was born into the wrong skin. Instead of the four legs that he wanted, he got two legs and a pair of arms instead. What passes for "fur" is decidedly unsuitable, but at least his skin is green. Perhaps in time, he can find the gods' favor again and they will free him of the form that they have punished him with.
Just saw this thread, so this is a knee-jerk reaction, but I think I'd like to give it a go. I've only got experience in one other pbp, but you are welcome to see if I measure up from what's posted there.
I haven't given any thought to a character yet. For the record, I'm willing to be led in a particular direction if it benefits party balance. I'm interested in trying the various classes under the PRPG rules and haven't gotten chance to try most of them, so I'm pretty open.
From the other posts, I'd say I'm way behind on knowing the campaign world, though. All I have access to is the Pathfinder Adventure Paths at this point, so my background is likely to be somewhat predictable. I'll give it some thought and drop some character ideas later, if you haven't already filled -- I saw you were close when I started this post.
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I'd like to formally ask Tarren Dei and Kirth Gersen to pick up a slot. I probably should have done that earlier, but I am new to the whole process.
As it stands, we can run with the 6 posters here. If Kirth and/or Tarren agree to join, I will take the first 4 posters on this thread as well.
In either case, I am now looking at 6 players. The campaign will therefore start at 4th level.
I am hoping to start up by next Saturday, so in the meantime post up your characters here using the guidelines in this thread. Posting the characters here gives me a chance to look them over and quote for feedback.
I would prefer if everyone had Aliases for their characters as well.
As it stands, the confirmed members are:
flash_cxxi - CN human cleric/sorcerer [undead, Urgathoa]
Taliesin Hoyle - one of LG dwarf sorcerer, N halfling ranger/rogue, NG elf cleric [Shelyn]
Dark Arioch - NG dwarf cleric [Torag]
That's a lot of clerics. It can work, and make for some interesting roleplaying, but if anyone wants to reconsider (Taliesin was undecided, Arioch was last to the gate) that might help party balance.
I am interested! You helped me come up with some NPCs the other day and I like your style! I am playing in two other games: Necro campaign (which is painfully slow) and Barakus, which has been a blast so far.
I would like to try out an unusual PC, a halfling paladin on a riding war dog. There is a picture in one of the books that inspired me to want to try out this idea.
Edit: Mebbe next time!
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I am interested! You helped me come up with some NPCs the other day and I like your style! I am playing in two other games: Necro campaign (which is painfully slow) and Barakus, which has been a blast so far.
I would like to try out an unusual PC, a halfling paladin on a riding war dog. There is a picture in one of the books that inspired me to want to try out this idea.
Edit: Mebbe next time!
Well, you do have a character concept, which would move you up the list of candidates if Kirth and Tarren are unavailable.
Even if you don't make the starting group, your interest is permanently engraved in this thread, so I can look you up if I need a player in the future.
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For those who didn't get in or check here too late, as soon as I tidy it up a bit I'm starting a simulation called: "More fun than a barroom full of monks, eh?".
Situation: Six 1st level monks walk into a bar -- through three different doors. Two monks are LG, two LN, two LE. Surviving team gets to level up and then call the next classes into the scenario. It's basically a barroom brawl but with some really cool maps and using PRPG combat maneuvers.
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As it stands, the confirmed members are:
flash_cxxi - CN human cleric/sorcerer [undead, Urgathoa]
Taliesin Hoyle - one of LG dwarf sorcerer, N halfling ranger/rogue, NG elf cleric [Shelyn]
Dark Arioch - NG dwarf cleric [Torag]
Me'mori - CG half-elf ranger/fighter or NG half-orc druid
Tarren Dei - no character, reserved slot accepted
Currently waiting for Kirth Gersen for his reserved slot. If he declines, the slot goes to one of Kevin Mack, AivarG, Otto R. Ringus.
Jal,
I'd be honored to fill that reserved slot. If possible, my preference would be to see what characters everyone else is playing, and then design one to fill any party gaps.
Beta... Red Hand of Doom... Jal Dorak as DM... this is gonna be awesome!
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Alright! Now we're cooking!
So the final confirmed members are:
flash_cxxi - CN human cleric/sorcerer [undead, Urgathoa]
Taliesin Hoyle - one of LG dwarf sorcerer, N halfling ranger/rogue, NG elf cleric [Shelyn]
Dark Arioch - NG dwarf cleric [Torag]
Me'mori - CG half-elf ranger/fighter or NG half-orc druid
Tarren Dei - no character, reserved slot accepted
Kirth Gersen - no character, reserved slot accepted
My thanks to everyone who was interested. This thread will be a record if I ever need future players.
If I had to vote, and keep in mind this is just an opinion not a demand, I would like to see the human cleric/sorcerer, halfling ranger/rogue, dwarf cleric, and half-orc druid.
The next step will be for everyone to put up their character here. Use one of the standard statblocks (3.0 or 3.5 MM, Pathfinder, or 3.5 new version) and be sure to include a pretty good backstory. If you aren't that familiar with Golarion, that's fine, just leave some parts open or put, for example [lawless pirate town] in place of a city name. Your characters can be from anywhere you like, but the adventure assumes you are already an adventuring party at the outset. Feel free to suggest possible connections in your backstories.
The campaign will be set in the small mercantile nation of Druma in Eastern Golarion. If anyone would like more details, I can provide them.
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[metagaming]The party looks like it could use some more muscle but I wouldn't want to compromise the possible stealth. This is a tough one. Since it is Druuma, dwarves seem appropriate. I've wanted to play a monk under the revised rules to see how the combat maneuvers work with someone who focuses on them. Dwarven monks feel odd. (I like odd). Dwarven barbarians would give me a chance to try out the new barbarian. ... I'm still thinking.[/metagaming]
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[metagaming]The party looks like it could use some more muscle but I wouldn't want to compromise the possible stealth. This is a tough one. Since it is Druuma, dwarves seem appropriate. I've wanted to play a monk under the revised rules to see how the combat maneuvers work with someone who focuses on them. Dwarven monks feel odd. (I like odd). Dwarven barbarians would give me a chance to try out the new barbarian. ... I'm still thinking.[/metagaming]
I love the fact that your metagaming is still focused on character. Keep in mind this is a fast-paced adventure with little down time. If you would like to take up the mantle of Melee Warrior, I have no complaints.
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Just so everyone is aware, my Cleric Sorcerer will NOT be a healer, so the Dwarven Cleric will be a very good addition to the party. He will be Mr. Average with a Creepy likability (CHA through the roof).
Cheers.Jal how will you do starting hp and also hp for lvls 2-4?
Selective Channeling going to be an option?
Ah, I was wracking my brain knowing I forgot something.
Starting hp will be maximum for your HD plus Con modifier.
For other levels, gain the average hit points per HD. On even character levels round up, on odd character levels round down.
For example, a level 4 human fighter with 12 Con gets: 11 + 7 + 6 + 7.
I'm thinking one of two possibilities, and am willing to accept suggestions:
d'Arnot, NG gnome bard, been a soldier since before any of the humans were born, and still hopes to make officer grade one of these days...
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Corlan, CN human fighter/rogue, a slightly shady duelist.
This assumes that the ranger/rogue slot gets filled, leaving us with a need for either melee ability or general support.
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Ooooh ... Another character I've always wanted to try out is a druid with the vermin heart feat from Revenge of the Kobold King so if there isn't a druid, I'd consider that if you allow that feat.
Still thinking.
Hold on, I'm looking. The druid is still up in the air.
EDIT: Yeah, that can work. Wild Empathy is a minor unchanged feature, so I don't mind tinkering with it. I'd like to stick to basic animal companions, unless you REALLY want a vermin companion.
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The campaign will be set in the small mercantile nation of Druma in Eastern Golarion. If anyone would like more details, I can provide them.
Hah hah! That is fantastic! I lucked out on picking the Five Kings Mountains before you mentioned we were starting in Druma. It is obviously fated at this point. I will stat him up very soon.
Tarren, looking forward to playing with you on THIS side of the DM screen. A druid huh? Take it from me that they are a good time in Beta ;)
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Just so everyone is aware, my Cleric Sorcerer will NOT be a healer, so the Dwarven Cleric will be a very good addition to the party. He will be Mr. Average with a Creepy likability (CHA through the roof).
Cheers.Jal how will you do starting hp and also hp for lvls 2-4?
Selective Channeling going to be an option?
Ah, I was wracking my brain knowing I forgot something.
Starting hp will be maximum for your HD plus Con modifier.
For other levels, gain the average hit points per HD. On even character levels round up, on odd character levels round down.
For example, a level 4 human fighter with 12 Con gets: 11 + 7 + 6 + 7.
Selective Channeling is a certainty for lvl 3 Feat. He will be Channeling Negative Energy, so I really don't want to hit the other characters.
So none of the bonus hp options from Beta p.14?
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Selective Channeling is a certainty for lvl 3 Feat. He will be Channeling Negative Energy, so I really don't want to hit the other characters.
So none of the bonus hp options from Beta p.14?
That's what I was thinking about your channeling as well.
Since we are all "new" to the Beta, I will occasionally provide some out-of-DM suggestions if it seems like you might be overlooking an option you might want.
As to hp, with 6 characters I want to limit individual power to keep things gritty and desperate.
Oh, another convention I would appreciate (sorry to keep piling on):
Please list CMB in your character statblock in the following way, after base attack bonus. Any special combat maneuvers should go under Special Attacks:
Let's say you have a fighter with Improved Sunder:
BAB +4; CMB +6 (Def 21);
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SA: Improved Sunder (+8, Def 23)
Any questions on that?
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Ooooh ... Another character I've always wanted to try out is a druid with the vermin heart feat from Revenge of the Kobold King so if there isn't a druid, I'd consider that if you allow that feat.
Still thinking.
Hold on, I'm looking. The druid is still up in the air.
EDIT: Yeah, that can work. Wild Empathy is a minor unchanged feature, so I don't mind tinkering with it. I'd like to stick to basic animal companions, unless you REALLY want a vermin companion.
Well, I'm still waiting to see if the player who tagged 'druid' first wants it. The idea I'm working with is this kid who was locked in a root cellar for about 15 years. He's developed an affinity for things that crawl around in the dark. A lot of companions could fit that concept.
But, I would also like to try out the combat maneuvers using a character who focussed on them. So, I would be willing to play a melee type too.
I'll wait a bit more.
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The campaign will be set in the small mercantile nation of Druma in Eastern Golarion. If anyone would like more details, I can provide them.Hah hah! That is fantastic! I lucked out on picking the Five Kings Mountains before you mentioned we were starting in Druma. It is obviously fated at this point. I will stat him up very soon.
Tarren, looking forward to playing with you on THIS side of the DM screen. A druid huh? Take it from me that they are a good time in Beta ;)
It will be fun. Sykala's been quite a character so this should be fun.
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Two things I would like to clarify:
1. Is it alright if I take that Feat (as I said, it's no problem if you don't allow it (and I won't be taking any more of the associated Feats). Just need to know for Character Creation.
2. I just want to make sure that his Alignment is OK in regards to the "One Step" rule regarding Clerics and their Deity (I always get confused with this concept).
Urgathoa is Neutral Evil. That means that Chaotic Neutral is acceptable right? If not I will just change it to Neutral.
Cheers
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Two things I would like to clarify:
1. Is it alright if I take that Feat (as I said, it's no problem if you don't allow it (and I won't be taking any more of the associated Feats). Just need to know for Character Creation.
2. I just want to make sure that his Alignment is OK in regards to the "One Step" rule regarding Clerics and their Deity (I always get confused with this concept).
Urgathoa is Neutral Evil. That means that Chaotic Neutral is acceptable right? If not I will just change it to Neutral.Cheers
1. Yes, you can take the Tomb-Tainted Soul feat. I'll have to consider other feats in the chain if you request them, on a case-by-case basis.
2. In order to gain spells from Urgathoa you must be LE, NE, CE, or N. N is probably your best bet (mixing undeath with an evil alignment is just asking for trouble). ;) Luckily for you PRPG changed this, as in 3.5 you could not be Neutral unless your deity was Neutral.
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1. Yes, you can take the Tomb-Tainted Soul feat. I'll have to consider other feats in the chain if you request them, on a case-by-case basis.
2. In order to gain spells from Urgathoa you must be LE, NE, CE, or N. N is probably your best bet (mixing undeath with an evil alignment is just asking for trouble). ;) Luckily for you PRPG changed this, as in 3.5 you could not be Neutral unless your deity was Neutral.
Excellent, thank you for the quick response.
I won't be taking any of the other Feats in the Tomb-Tainted Soul Chain. I just thought that that particular Feat would be an interesting choice considering his Back Story.
Neutral it is then. Thanks for the clarification.
I just got my work schedule for the high school I work for. I have nine different textbooks to teach. Sorry, but there is no way I can join this PBP. One of the hazards of working for a place that leaves things to the last minute. I hope you all have a blast. I already have two PBPs going, but wanted the chance to be a player for once. Ah well.
I just got my work schedule for the high school I work for. I have nine different textbooks to teach. Sorry, but there is no way I can join this PBP. One of the hazards of working for a place that leaves things to the last minute. I hope you all have a blast. I already have two PBPs going, but wanted the chance to be a player for once. Ah well.
I'm not sure if I was #5 or #6 in line. If Taliesin's stepdown puts me in, I would be interested in bringing the suggested ranger/rogue to the game, if that still fits. Well, I would probably make him CG.
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I just got my work schedule for the high school I work for. I have nine different textbooks to teach. Sorry, but there is no way I can join this PBP. One of the hazards of working for a place that leaves things to the last minute. I hope you all have a blast. I already have two PBPs going, but wanted the chance to be a player for once. Ah well.I'm not sure if I was #5 or #6 in line. If Taliesin's stepdown puts me in, I would be interested in bringing the suggested ranger/rogue to the game, if that still fits. Well, I would probably make him CG.
AinVarG, you're in. Now get to work on that character, minion! ;)
That's too bad, Taliesin. It would have been neat to have three teachers in one game. Blessings upon your school year, comrade.
*walks in wearing spectacles, and is dressed rather fastidiously, hair combed and groomed, smelling faintly of cedarwood*
*ahem* Greetings gentlemen. I will be filling the role of "he who is closer to nature than some", the "Manyteeth" fellow. It is a pleasure indeed to meet all of you, and I do hope that we might all come out of this in - well, if not one piece, at least whole. *slightly snooty chuckle* As for my persona, rest assured that I will don the loincloth, roll around in the dirt, and play the semi-wise savage, cursed -so he believes- to exist in a humanoid form.
I don't suppose that any of you have seen any fellows from ACME nearby, have you? I ordered a panther, and the expected delivery date was today or so... I do so hope they received the correct address. *looks at the sheet of paper again, and sighs, before folding it neatly and tucking it inside the suit jacket's pocket* We shall see, I suppose.
Now if you will excuse me, I have a brunch appointment, and I hear the fish are absolutely to die for when freshly caught. You lot take care, hm? *chin up, back straight, one arm tucked behind his back, he casually strolls off, then pauses*
Oh! I quite nearly forgot! How would we all like to have met one another? I do suppose that this fellow, being distasteful of his human form would have taken to nature as soon as possible, and thus remained amongst the animals, trying to shed his form by nature of assimilation. Any manner of nature-oriented 'hooks' as they say, are available for him, though he is rather Darwinian by outlook. *looks around* Any other nature lovers amongst you?
*walks in wearing spectacles, and is dressed rather fastidiously, hair combed and groomed, smelling faintly of cedarwood*
*ahem* Greetings gentlemen. I will be filling the role of "he who is closer to nature than some", the "Manyteeth" fellow. It is a pleasure indeed to meet all of you, and I do hope that we might all come out of this in - well, if not one piece, at least whole. *slightly snooty chuckle* As for my persona, rest assured that I will don the loincloth, roll around in the dirt, and play the semi-wise savage, cursed -so he believes- to exist in a humanoid form.
I don't suppose that any of you have seen any fellows from ACME nearby, have you? I ordered a panther, and the expected delivery date was today or so... I do so hope they received the correct address. *looks at the sheet of paper again, and sighs, before folding it neatly and tucking it inside the suit jacket's pocket* We shall see, I suppose.
Now if you will excuse me, I have a brunch appointment, and I hear the fish are absolutely to die for when freshly caught. You lot take care, hm? *chin up, back straight, one arm tucked behind his back, he casually strolls off*
lol - pleased to meet you, I'm sure.
*Leans head in*
This character creation does bring up a rather sticky question of mine. As a druid that was originally a bit more "Darwinian" in outlook, would you object to the use of the "Spontaneous Rejuvenation" class option from the PHBII?
After all, vanished wounds do not a lesson make, but scars tell stories all their own.
It would have been neat to have three teachers in one game.
Out of curiosity, who are the others?
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This character creation does bring up a rather sticky question of mine. As a druid that was originally a bit more "Darwinian" in outlook, would you object to the use of the "Spontaneous Rejuvenation" class option from the PHBII?
After all, vanished wounds do not a lesson make, but scars tell stories all their own.
That is, unfortunately, a fairly substantial mechanical change. I'm going to say no for now, but I'll think about it some more.
The ranger/rogue is coming together. At this point, he's more of a hunter/tracker than thief, but he's invested some time in skills that might be considered natural for one of the small folk. ;-)
I'm wanting to select languages and a favored enemy that makes sense for the area -- I have a couple of default favored enemies I can select that would work nearly anywhere, but if this area sees a lot of marauding orcs or goblin incursions, they might get the nod, for example.
So, what would some suggested enemies and languages be? (These are for languages purchased via skill points, not bonus lanaguages.)
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While I'm thinking of the Linguistics skill, even if it is a class skill where you get the class skill bonus for skill checks, I presume you do not also get three extra languages when you first invest a skill point in the skill. In other words, if I invest three points in Linguistics as a class skill, I will have a +6 bonus to Linguistics skill checks. Will I have 3 additional languages or 6 additional languages from the investment? I presume it is the lesser value, but would hate to leave three extra languages on the table, so to speak, just because I didn't ask.
Oh! I quite nearly forgot! How would we all like to have met one another? I do suppose that this fellow, being distasteful of his human form would have taken to nature as soon as possible, and thus remained amongst the animals, trying to shed his form by nature of assimilation. Any manner of nature-oriented 'hooks' as they say, are available for him, though he is rather Darwinian by outlook. *looks around* Any other nature lovers amongst you?
Sorry, missed your query. My as-yet-unnamed halfling would be a likely contact.
The vague backstory percolating in my brain involves preferred time amongst nature with occasional forays into nearby communities. I'm thinking his tracking skills or his involvement in a posse as someone that knows the wilds of the area are likely reasons he might have become involved in an adventuring band. Prior to joining an adventuring party, he would have been in the wild more often than not and would have likely encountered you or sign of your passing. He's something of a "to each his own" type, so he may well have observed you without approaching unless he felt it was acceptable to you.
Hmm, wonder if Handle Animal or Wild Empathy would have been useful in that first encounter with Augrok? ;-)
Jal how will you do starting hp and also hp for lvls 2-4?Starting hp will be maximum for your HD plus Con modifier.
For other levels, gain the average hit points per HD. On even character levels round up, on odd character levels round down.
For example, a level 4 human fighter with 12 Con gets: 11 + 7 + 6 + 7.
Just to make sure I'm going it right, I'm looking at a multiclass character that alternates between his classes. You want me to round up on alternating levels, or alternating levels for each class? Working with CON bonus +1, this is what I've done at the moment:
Level 1 Ranger 10+1 (max hp + con bonus)
Level 2 Rogue 5+1 (half hp rounded up + con bonus)
Level 3 Ranger 5+1 (half hp rounded down + con
Level 4 Rogue 5+1 (half hp rounded up + con bonus)
EDIT: The more I think about it, the less I think it matters. All of the variations that I'm trying come out to the same total as long as the first level is ranger. Never mind.
*wanders off mumbling to self*
"Be as immovable as the mountain when your enemy attacks. Be as unstoppable as an avalanche when you attack your enemy."
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It seems I'm always just a tad too late to join in these PbPs! So if you for any reason need an alternate at some point, I shall express my interest to (perhaps?) become one of said alternates here.
Also, I (hopefully) will be a teacher in one year, if that makes any difference. ;)
Seems like this is shaping up to be an interesting group. It will be fun to watch.
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The ranger/rogue is coming together. At this point, he's more of a hunter/tracker than thief, but he's invested some time in skills that might be considered natural for one of the small folk. ;-)
I'm wanting to select languages and a favored enemy that makes sense for the area -- I have a couple of default favored enemies I can select that would work nearly anywhere, but if this area sees a lot of marauding orcs or goblin incursions, they might get the nod, for example.
So, what would some suggested enemies and languages be? (These are for languages purchased via skill points, not bonus lanaguages.)
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While I'm thinking of the Linguistics skill, even if it is a class skill where you get the class skill bonus for skill checks, I presume you do not also get three extra languages when you first invest a skill point in the skill. In other words, if I invest three points in Linguistics as a class skill, I will have a +6 bonus to Linguistics skill checks. Will I have 3 additional languages or 6 additional languages from the investment? I presume it is the lesser value, but would hate to leave three extra languages on the table, so to speak, just because I didn't ask.
1) Linguistics: I would say you do not get extra languages from the class skill bonus (no +3 languages for 1 rank, as the bonus is not ranks). Common languages would be: Common, Dwarven, Elven, Thieves Cant, Goblin, and Giant.
2) I'm slightly tailoring the area to fit more with the adventure, but the most common threats to the citizens of the valley are, in order: animals, goblins, magical beasts, giants. Prominent PC races are: humans, dwarves, elves. Anything from those lists is your best bet to have a justification for your favored enemy. As for favored terrain: plains, forest, mountains, swamps/marsh are the most common.
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It would have been neat to have three teachers in one game.Out of curiosity, who are the others?
P.S. Taliesin, I've enjoyed reading your posts and am disappointed I won't be able to game with you here -- but nine textbooks represents an absurd amount of prep time. Good luck this year!
Taliesin was one.
Tarren is two.Myself is three.
Is there anybody else of whom I am unaware? It sounds like you might be four, Kirth.
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It seems I'm always just a tad too late to join in these PbPs! So if you for any reason need an alternate at some point, I shall express my interest to (perhaps?) become one of said alternates here.
Also, I (hopefully) will be a teacher in one year, if that makes any difference. ;)
Seems like this is shaping up to be an interesting group. It will be fun to watch.
Sorry, Nameless. I for sure would have you join if a spot becomes available. I wanted to be fair and balance reserved slots with first-come basis.
I am hoping to start by next Saturday, so if there are missing characters by then you will be considered, along with Otto.