Hey all!
I am planning to make a transmuter that utilizes some of the polymorph spells on his familiar.
My plan is to take Improved Familiar and grab a Arbiter, Inevitable. The main reason for this is that the little guy has regeneration 2 (chaos) and so even if he goes down (Has half my HP) in a fight he probably won't die and need replacement.
I need advice on two things
1) What will the little guy loose when polymorphed? I assume he looses low-light vision, his natural attacks, his flight, electrical burst, etc. Does he also loose his construct traits and regeneration?
2) Are there any guides or tips you can recommend for this endeavor? I am not sure if I will be doing this before I get improved familiar.
Might I suggest "Magic Jar"-ing your familiar into a random body first, and then transmute that into a combat machine? It'll save you the need for the Improved Familiar feat, and your "battle toad" won't be lost when he croaks.