You are a slave of Kentith Puhitcha, the largest grape grower in Galt and one of most productive wine manufactures in all of Golarion. Red Blade, the signature drink of the winery has become a favorite beverage of the Grey Gardner's. You work hard for long hours of the day. You are lucky to be fed two meals a day. Conditions are grim. The farm is located in the Horum Plain's west of the capital city of Isarn in the country of Galt. Some of you were born here. Others bought at various auctions. Your hard work has made the Puhitcha family very rich.
Most of your brothern and sistern are scared and weak. A few of you have shown courage and addressed wishes to escape or rebel, though most of the others wouldn't dare. Last night at the shack they call the "Halfling House" there was whispers among the halflings of trying to seriously plan an escape. The six of you, stood up and decided to work on a plan.
Escape from Galt will be an all halfling themed adventure. The characters will start out with low power and have to use their wits and each other to escape, if not survive.
6 Players that:
-Enjoy Roleplaying
-Have Basic Knowledge of Golarion (Particularly Galt and Halflings)
-Are Mature (This campaign will deal with some darker themes and subjects, I intend to handle them respectfully and mature and looking for players who will do the same)
-Are able to post 1-2 a day regularly
-Want to play as Halflings!
15pt Build
Race: Halfling Only (Any Racial Traits May be Used)
2 traits
O wealth
HP - Full at First Level. 1/2 + 1 Every level after that
Weapons available in the farm.
Dagger, Sickle, Club, Short Spear, Sling, Light Pick, Pick heavy, Scythe, Halfling Sling Staff
Armor: Padded only
Player Characters will start with 4 NPC Levels as noted below as opposed to PC levels. (After This PCS will advance in PC levels, These NPC levels will not be re trainable). All PCs must also choose a role on the farm.
NPC Classes (Multi-classing allowed)
Aristocrat (Only for servants working inside the house)
Adept (most likely, would hide magically ability from slavers)
Expert
Warrior
Roles: Must belong to one of the bolded below. Jobs below "Roles" are suggestions feel free to make up your own if it makes sense
House Servant:
Cook
Personal Assistant
Maid
Fields:
Farmer
Grapepicker
Cart Pusher
Processing/Storage
Grape Handler
Barrel Roller
Winery
Grape Stomper
Bottler
Halfling House
Halfing Midwife (Healer)
Each Character should have a background and some sort of personalty.
50% of the Slaves Work in the Field
25% of the Slaves Work in Processing Storage
19% of the Slaves Work in the Winery
5% of the Slaves Work as House Servant
1% of the Slaves Work as Midwifes
The party will most likely picked evenly out of populations above.
Recruitment will go until Thursday 6/12/2014 @ 6:00pm PST
Good Luck and Looking forward to reading your entry.
Lorinda hurries as much as she dares without making too much noise and praying she gets to the meeting on time. She bares signs of recent abuse and her fine silk dress is torn and dirty.
Well at least they will see what I have endured. They work hard in the field and think I am spoiled inside the lavish keep, they do not know my pain.This will be the last night that scum touches me, plan or not She muses to herself as she fingers the hilt of the dagger she had recently acquired from her drunken master.
Antal is busy preparing yet another dull meal for his boorish masters. He chops the fruit up into manageable pieces with swift, deft strokes and cooks the meat to taste decent enough for most, but refuses to go all out just to make yet another of the same dishes he had been all his life.
Not the least pleased with his simple meal, he prepares himself to present it to the master and his guests. Hopefully they are a bit nicer about his failures than his master is.
Name: Filli Noname
Race; Halfling
Class: Adept 3 / Aristocrat 1
Gender: Female
Size: Small
Alignment: Neutral Good
HP: 8(Aristocrat1) + 12(Adept3) = 20
Stats-
Strength: 8
Dexterity: 12
Intelligence: 16
Wisdom: 14
Charisma: 14
Skills Rank Distribution-
Profession(Maid): 4
Handle Anima: 2
Perception: 2
Heal: 1
Bluff: 4
Spellcraft: 2
Slight of Hand: 4
Knowledge Arcana: 1
Diplomacy: 1
Stealth: +1
Racial Traits-
Fearless: Halflings receive a +2 racial bonus on all saving throws against fear. This bonus stacks with the bonus granted by halfling luck.
Halfling Luck: Halflings receive a +1 racial bonus on all saving throws.
Sure-Footed: Halflings receive a +2 racial bonus on Acrobatics and Climb checks.
Weapon Familiarity: Halflings are proficient with slings and treat any weapon with the word “halfling” in its name as a martial weapon.
Keen Senses: Halflings receive a +2 racial bonus on Perception checks.
Traits:
Perfect Servant (Halfling)
Benefit: You gain a +3 trait bonus on Diplomacy checks made to influence anyone with at least one level of Aristocrat.
Convincing Liar
Benefit: You gain a +1 trait bonus on Bluff or Intimidate checks and one of these skills (your choice) is a class skill for you.
Feats:
Level 1: Childlike
Level 3: Improved Familiar: Celestial Cat
Filli has been a slave to the Puchitcha family for the lions share of her life, so long has it been that she cannot even recall a time beforehand, she vaguely remembers being quite young when she was bought at an auction though none of her family if ever she had one were bought along with her. Raised as a slave Filli for the longest time simply saw little problem with her situation, she simply knew no life other than what she experianced. The masters were often unpleasent but this could be easily rectified by simply being very good at the job she was assigned to and being very apologetic when she did make an error. Filli even came to somewhat enjoy her work making games out of the more menial tasks in order to make them a bit more fun.
The seeds of discontent were sown into Fillis mind when she met her first true friend a stray cat little more than a kitten half starved wandering near the halfling House, Filli managed to get near the kitten and shared with it some of her food quickly earning the kittens friendship in the process. From then on the kitten would pop up at least once a day to visit Filli, when Filli was not working she would play with the Kitten but eventually he would sucrry off at her behest, it was too big a risk to simply have him around all the time for fear that someone might try and take him away. Filli began to find herself for the first time wanting more to her life than what it currently offered, she wanted to be able to play with Pounce whenever she wanted, wanted to explore the world beyond her masters land as Pounce could. Oocsionally Pounce would bring her trinkets from beyond the fields many of these trinkets were dead animals... but oocasionally they would be pretty things that Filli would need to hide.
One day however Pounce arrived a bit too early in the day and was spotted by one of the masters guards, the large man thought it would be amusing to try to shoot Pounce with his bow, Filli in her distress managed to unleash a power hidden deep within herself mystical energy wrapped around the mans head and sent him to sleep not entirely sure how she had accomplished such a feat but knowing she needed to do soemthing Filli set things up to make it appear the man had simply fallen asleep while drinking on duty and sent Pounce away for the day. She finished her chores and by some strange luck everything worked out with the guard simply assuming it had all been an alcohol induced dream.
When others began to talk about escape Filli knew she needed to take a risk, another incident like the last one might get herself and/or Pounce hurt or worse killed, her newfound mystical abilities also placed her in a dangerous position if discovered. Escape was really the only option.
Pounce
NG Tiny Magical Beast
Init +2; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +5
DEFENSE
AC 16, touch 14, flat-footed 12 (+2 Dex, +2 size +2 nat)
hp 3 (1d8–1)
Fort +1, Ref +4, Will +1
OFFENSE
Speed 30 ft.
Melee 2 claws +4 (1d2–4), bite +4 (1d3–4)
Space 2-1/2 ft.; Reach 0 ft.
STATISTICS
Str 3, Dex 15, Con 8, Int 7, Wis 12, Cha 7
Base Atk +0; CMB +0; CMD 6 (10 vs. trip)
Feats Weapon Finesse, Alertness
Skills Climb +6, Perception +5(+7 with Filli near), Stealth +14; Racial Modifiers +4 Climb, +4 Stealth
SPECIAL ABILITIES
Improved Evasion (Ex): When subjected to an attack that normally allows a Reflex saving throw for half damage, a familiar takes no damage if it makes a successful saving throw and half damage even if the saving throw fails.
Share Spells: The wizard may cast a spell with a target of “You” on his familiar (as a touch spell) instead of on himself. A wizard may cast spells on his familiar even if the spells do not normally affect creatures of the familiar's type (magical beast).
Empathic Link (Su): The master has an empathic link with his familiar to a 1 mile distance. The master can communicate empathically with the familiar, but cannot see through its eyes. Because of the link's limited nature, only general emotions can be shared. The master has the same connection to an item or place that his familiar does.
Deliver Touch Spells (Su): If the master is 3rd level or higher, a familiar can deliver touch spells for him. If the master and the familiar are in contact at the time the master casts a touch spell, he can designate his familiar as the “toucher.” The familiar can then deliver the touch spell just as the master would. As usual, if the master casts another spell before the touch is delivered, the touch spell dissipates.
Pounce is between the two of them far more 'aware' of the extent of the connection between himself and Filli, he is fiercely loyal to Filli and as such keeps as close an eye on his mistress as he can when not out hunting it is often a point of frustration for him that Filli is always more than willing to share her food with him but practically never partakes in the food he brings her. His coat is a magnificent shade of silver and appears far too well kept for a stray such as himself and an oocasional glow in his eyes shows that Pounce may be far more than just a normal stray.
In reality Pounce is a sort of avatar for a force far larger, it forged the connection between Filli and Pounce and has even strengthened the cat to further its own ends, neither Pounce nor Filli are aware of this however.
So my general concept for Filli is that once we start taking Class levels that she will be a Witch(with Pounce as her familiar of course) and her patron will be the one who forged the connection between Filli and Pounce and also the one who has further enhanced Pounce's abilities, Witch seems to work pretty well with Adept all things considered since its abilities seem to be a sort of mixture of divine and arcane similar to the Witch class.
Bennevy stands ready by the Master's chair, watching for his cue.
Be ready. A drink. His pipe. A clean handkerhief. Get it right the first time, and save yourself a beating, Benny.
Do the field hands have it this bad? The Master doesn't know they exist. He doesn't have time enough in his day to check on all of them. Gotta get to that meeting tonight Can't afford to be sewing another rent sleeve. This could be my chance...
The sun beats down on Vazio, as he stands in the vineyard, sorting the ripe grapes from those not quite ready yet. All of a sudden, a cry of pain breaks the silence.
"Get back to work you lazy cur!!" He sees one of the human overseers beating on a frail old halfling woman, who does her best to cover herself from the man's blows.
As he turns back to his work, Vazio muses to himself: This place is a lot harsher than where I used to be. In the end, I guess they are all more or less the same.
He thinks back to something he overheard this morning, as the fieldhands were being rousted out to start the days work. Apparently, there is a group planning an escape attempt, and they are meeting tonight to work out the details. Yes, I think it's time for me to leave this place. I have more important things to do than pick grapes. Yes, I think escape is a splendid idea.
Note to all. This is still a recruitment thread. Haven't got the party together yet. Will go over more of the NPC characters, living conditions and background with everybody one we get a group established.
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Antal is just about finished now, awaiting your approval. The above was to post his link and give an idea of his personality.
So far we have four house servants and a field hand that have applied, though Filli could also be a midwife if she wanted.
still got room? my knowledge on galorian is a tad small, but I know about some halfings... from LotR to forgotten realms ;)
anyway, lets see where I am working.
going from 1-100 roll of 1 is the 1% ect. ect.
sweet, henceforth my nickname is "barrel rider" :P
Still working on fluff, but I would like to introduce Calkirn Grayburne (Cal). Cal is a "vineguard" at the Puhitcha Vineyard. His responsibility is the protection of the vines and their delicious grapes from the endless flood of varmit and birds trying to feed on the grapes.
Born the child of escaped Chelaxian halfling slaves, Cal's early childhood was quite pleasant. They lived in a small hamlet in the woods of Druma, south of Macridi. He was 9 when the bounty hunters came. His father died fighting to protect his family. His mother and sister were taken back to Cheliax, while he was sold to other slavers heading to the markets of Galt. Even at 9 his size was evident, and he was quickly acquired by the Puhitcha family. He was assigned every physically demanding task to grow him strong. Used frequently as a cartboy, he showed a talent for catching small game to share with the other slaves for additional food. When the whipmen realized what he had been doing, they beat him severely. Then put him to work protecting the grapes. Since then, Cal has got smarter about sneaking his catches back to the others, and dreams of returning to the life he was raised in - a life of freedom.
still got room? my knowledge on galorian is a tad small, but I know about some halfings... from LotR to forgotten realms ;)
You will want to check out the Pathfinder/Golarion wiki's then. Golarion Halflings have some significant departures from either Forgotten Realms or Tolkien.
GM JIM, still interested. The idea is still percolating in my brain. Will have a submission no later than tomorrow.
Will have something up in a bit. I love the Golarion halfling.
Interested.
Thinking of playing angel, a house maid. She is a secret adept.
Hey Chill :D looks like you and I are on the same wavelength for character concepts hah!
Is also Runt
Interested, I'll see if I can get a submission together this weekend
He wasn't often at these meetings, although all knew him. The fireplug of a Halfling lacked the weathered skin of the fieldworkers and the sheltered paleness of the house staff. He wasn't adverse to borrowing tools after hours to perform needed repairs to any of his peers hovels. He learned long ago not to utter disparaging words where ears could hear and tongues may wag; that did not prevent him from spreading news as he worked. So it may have shocked a few of the more timid ones when Cooper stood up and growled out, "I am in."
Bump Cooper is assigned to the processing and storage. Always has been, since he was a child who was volunteered to work there to keep him out of reach a particularly vicious field super.
Cooper is an expert, configured for either a fighter or rogue, likely a bit of both. The laws are made by men in power, backed by threats and punishments. He didn't vote for the man; he has seen the violence inherent in the system.
I am working up a solid story for a warrior who works in the barrel works.
Will have it up tonight.
Peter was not always a slave. In fact, he had been one the most free halflings in all of Golarion. Serving aboard one of Andoran's many merchant ships as a porter and in the naval militia. More than one slaver had met with Peter's wrath as they were repelled from boarding every ship upon which he had served....well all but one. In a sad turn of events Peter had taken a berth upon a skiff headed to the Mwangi coast, or so he had been told. Turns out the Mwangi coast is interchangeable with the auction block in Galt. Peter along with many other seaman had been shanghaied and locked away by an unsavory merchant by the name of Lefuer.
"Should have known better when there weren't any freight.", he thought to himself as he found himself purchased for an insultingly low sum. Though not blessed with an abundance of brains, he was so in brawn. Living his life by the motto "If you are not going to be smart, you better be tough.", Peter quickly made a name for himself in the barrel works besting many non-halflings in feats of strength. Knowing his prayers to Kurgess would carry him through most anything, Peter met each day with a smile.
As he worked he knew one day the opportunity would present itself for him to make his escape and seek his vengeance upon Lefuer. So he practiced his craft and remembered his lessons in resistance learned during drills. Always keeping an eye out for like minded individuals he soon saw the opportunity Kurgess had granted and formulated a plan...
Peter is built around the idea of going Barbarian once we have PC levels, though all feats, skills, and traits reflect the above backstory. In any case, here is the crunch. Also, this my new account as I am having problems with one or two bits of my original one. I 5000 post on that one under Bilbo Bang Bang just in case you have any concerns about this being a new account, lol.
Peter the Stout
Halfling Warrior 4
NG Small humanoid (halfling)
Init +1; Senses Perception +4
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Defense
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AC 13, touch 12, flat-footed 12 (+1 armor, +1 Dex, +1 size)
hp 35 (4d10+7)
Fort +6, Ref +3, Will +3; +2 vs. fear
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Offense
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Speed 20 ft.
Ranged halfling sling staff +6 (1d6+3/×3)
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Statistics
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Str 16, Dex 12, Con 13, Int 9, Wis 12, Cha 10
Base Atk +4; CMB +6; CMD 17
Feats Catch Off-Guard, Power Attack
Traits freedom fighter, militia veteran (any town or village)
Skills Climb +7, Perception +4, Profession (porter) +5, Stealth +6, Survival +6; Racial Modifiers +2 Perception
Languages Common, Halfling
SQ warslinger
Other Gear padded armor, halfling sling staff
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Special Abilities
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Catch Off-Guard Proficient with improvised melee weapons. Unarmed foe is flat-footed against your improvised weapons.
Fearless +2 racial bonus vs Fear saves.
Power Attack -2/+4 You can subtract from your attack roll to add to your damage.
Warslinger Reloading a sling is a free action (which still requires 2 hands and provokes AoO).
As there are several other warrior-type applicants and I am already active in a few other games, I am withdrawing my submission. Everyone enjoy this game!
Withdrawing. Thank you.
Hi all.
Sorry To announce that I will not be doing this game PBP.
After some research I have found Roll20.net and that ties in more to what I am looking for as far as an online Pathfinder Game.
I do intend to make a campaign/game on Roll20 with the same theme/premise, and will give anyone first dibs if interested. (Time and Dates can/will be arranged around group)
Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Thanks for letting us know.
Aww boo.... well at least we know now. Will the recruitment for your Roll20 game be done on the forums here? I'd like to still get a chance to play as Filli I just need to take a look at Roll20