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[mission0]

Spoiler: Journal (click to show/hide)

The pages are dotted with spittle and the writing seems clumsy and at points becomes almost illegible

We entered a mining town today, the people were sociable within it. We discovered one of the most interesting things today, a ship that sails upon the sands! I'm most curious as to how these contraptions work. I will have to do so once we receive our commissioned ship.

We also found a job within the small mining town, it seems that the miners were having trouble within the mines and we were hired to clear out the mines. It did not seem a hard job so we took it on the spot and headed into the mines with the idea of some easy gold.

Upon entering the tunnel we were pointed towards the monsters who turned out to be some unusually sized centipedes which we dispatched with ease. Soon after the battle we spread out in search of the emeralds that we were searching for. I managed to find one, and the others found another I believe.

A problem did arise soon after we spread out, a Giant spider dropped down and ambushed two of my comrades. I was not much help in the battle and we lost one person permanently from the fight. I did not know her well but I wish her well in the next life. For now I can feel my knowledge growing with the days, I have taken an interest in magical items and I intend to study into the matter more.

[Heron TSG]

If people show up and pull a Maelrigar ("where are we" "what are we doing" "what's going on" "who are these people we're talking to"), then you probably haven't been giving enough detail in your journals.

To be honest, if anybody actually pulls a Maelrigar I'm running for my life. I don't know what I did to this character, but a level three sorcerer should not be able to stab a CR6 Giant Spider to death in three rounds, even with a wizard and cleric also dealing damage. It was a close fight, but... damn.

Spoiler: Maelrigar's Adventure Log: Stardate -311959.01049594115 (click to show/hide)

This is not a good day. Finni lies dead, and I had to carry Nael and Van back up to the surface. Let me explain. We showed up in this nice desert city named Cliffmoor, and we found a place to get a ship that could somehow sail across the sand as if it were one of the Oceans that Procan has told me of. Thing is, though, we have to pay to use it. For whatever reason (my companions won't tell me) we had to pay in shiny gems. Shiny gems are seemingly only found in one part of the mines behind the city, and that part is full of 'scary monsters' that drove out the miners. I figured, "Hey, maybe I can be the good guy for once!", and agreed to go with the rest of the group into the mineshaft and clear it out. I don't want to take rocks from the miners, but I suppose our mission is important too. Maybe I'll leave something to replace those gems. Anyway, the infested shafts were pretty boring at first, but we opened the second door in the first shaft and battle was joined. Within half a minute, the cavern floor was choked all up in a red carpet, a veritable sea of giant insect corpses. Luckily they went down easily, but their poisons were harsh.
     For whatever reason, we scattered after the battle. I think we just wanted to find the gems and get out, but our over-eagerness was our doom. Van and Finny went north, Nael and I ((Hrm... Nael and Mael...)) went west, and Corina and Mysteller stayed in the main cavern. I found a nice emerald, but almost immediately afterward heard a piercing shout from the northeast. I ran as fast as I could, but by the time we got there, Finny was dead and Van was all wrapped up in a spiderweb. There was a massive spider preparing to eat Van up, but luckily we distracted it just in time. Now, I hate spiders. They're just weird. I don't scream and run away like those sissy human arachnophobes do. I ran right up and plunked my sword into its face until it died. Its fangs hurt like hell, but Mysteller is a cleric of the best sort, and for that I am thankful. We dug out Van, and now some of us are looking for any other gems while I try and bring this pile of motionless bodies to the surface. Finny is dead, Van is unconscious and lacks blood, and Nael... Nael was being kind of silly. He tried extracting some poison from the spider, but ended up being poisoned to the point where he couldn't carry his own weight. Teaches you to not take everything you see, eh? Corina, of course, completely ignored the message though, stealing Finny's spellbook right off of her still-warm corpse. Sometimes I wonder why I haven't killed her yet, as most orcs would have by now. She has no manners, she doesn't respect the dead, and she's pretty snooty, to tell the truth. I must go for now, journal. Hopefully the next entry will not be a deathly one.

[mission0]

Ugg took some time but I have an Artificer made up, if it passes good. If not I already made the level up adjustments for Nael and I can keep rolling with him.

Edit: Huh just noticed the link was never put in here, just as well. I reread the op and realized that the rules for an Artificer are much stricter than I remembered. So Yeah I will be sticking with Nael.

[RedWarrior0]

Should be able to make it this time.

Also, shoruke said something about Artificers in the OP

[mission0]

Should be able to make it this time.

Also, shoruke said something about Artificers in the OP

I remember, said it could be a prestige class. Figured I would run this by him as a possible exception. If not I already have the sorcerer at hand leveled up and ready to go.

The main Idea I had for the artificer is that it was one of the citizens of the mining town who decided to join the party.

[Zidane]

I was wondering if you guys need a bard? From looking at the OP you seem to be missing one.

my character is very good at dungeon delving, but is fairly weak.

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Kilroy Skald

Male Half-Elf Bard 1
Chaotic Good
Representing Zidane

Strength    9   (-1)
Dexterity    11   (+0)
Constitution    8   (-1)
Intelligence    15   (+2)
Wisdom    11   (+0)
Charisma    17   (+3)
   
Size:    Medium
Height:    5' 10"
Weight:    145 lb
Eyes:    Dark Brown
Hair:    Light Brown
Skin:    Yellow

Total Hit Points: 5

Speed: 30 feet

Armor Class: 14 = 10 + 4 [chain shirt]

      Touch AC: 10
      Flat-footed: 14

Initiative modifier:   + 0   = + 0 [dexterity]
Fortitude save:   -1   = 0 [base] -1 [constitution]
Reflex save:   + 4   = 2 [base] + 2 [lightning reflexes]
Will save:   + 2   = 2 [base]
Attack (handheld):   -1   = 0 [base] -1 [strength]
Attack (missile):   + 0   = 0 [base]
Grapple check:   -1   = 0 [base] -1 [strength]

Light load:
Medium load:
Heavy load:
Lift over head:
Lift off ground:
Push or drag:
   30 lb. or less
31-60 lb.
61-90 lb.
90 lb.
180 lb.
450 lb.

Languages:   Abyssal Celestial Common Draconic Dwarven Elven Infernal

Dagger [1d4, crit 19-20/x2, range inc 10 ft., 1 lb., light, piercing]

Longsword [1d8, crit 19-20/x2 4 lb, one-handed, slashing]

Chain shirt [light; + 4 AC; max dex + 4; check penalty -2; 25 lb.]

Feats:

      Lightning Reflexes   

Skill Name
   
Key
Ability
   
Skill
Modifier
   
Ability
Modifier
   
Ranks
   
Misc.
Modifier
Appraise    Int    4 =    
+2
   + 2    
Balance    Dex*    2 =    
+0
   + 2    
Bluff    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Climb    Str*    -1 =    
-1
      
Concentration    Con    -1 =    
-1
      
Craft_1    Int    2 =    
+2
      
Craft_2    Int    2 =    
+2
      
Craft_3    Int    2 =    
+2
      
Decipher Script    Int    5 =    
+2
   + 3    
Diplomacy    Cha    5 =    
+3
      + 2 [half-elf]
Disable Device    Int    6 =    
+2
   + 4    
Disguise    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Escape Artist    Dex*    0 =    
+0
      
Forgery    Int    2 =    
+2
      
Gather Information    Cha    5 =    
+3
      + 2 [half-elf]
Heal    Wis    0 =    
+0
      
Hide    Dex*    0 =    
+0
      
Intimidate    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Jump    Str*    -1 =    
-1
      
Knowledge (architecture)    Int    6 =    
+2
   + 4    
Knowledge (dungeoneering)    Int    6 =    
+2
   + 4    
Knowledge (history)    Int    6 =    
+2
   + 4    
Listen    Wis    1 =    
+0
      + 1 [half-elf]
Move Silently    Dex*    0 =    
+0
      
Open Lock    Dex    2 =    
+0
   + 2    
Perform_1    Cha    7 =    
+3
   + 4    
Perform_2    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Perform_3    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Perform_4    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Perform_5    Cha    3 =    
+3
      
Ride    Dex    0 =    
+0
      
Search    Int    3 =    
+2
      + 1 [half-elf]
Sense Motive    Wis    0 =    
+0
      
Spot    Wis    1 =    
+0
      + 1 [half-elf]
Survival    Wis    0 =    
+0
      
Swim    Str**    -1 =    
-1
      
Use Rope    Dex    0 =    
+0
      

* = check penalty for wearing armor

This character also has 3 ranks in Speak Languages.

Zero-level Bard spells: 2 per day

Half-Elf

    * Immune to magical sleep

    * + 2 racial bonus on saves vs. enchantments

    * Low-light vision

    * + 1 racial bonus on listen, search, and spot checks

    * + 2 racial bonus on diplomacy and gather information checks

Bard

    * Bardic Knowledge

    * Bardic Music

    * Can know only limited numbers of spells

    * High charisma gains bonus spells daily

   Class    HP rolled    
Level 1:    Bard    6    

   
Kilroy Skald's Equipment:

      30 lb
      2 lb
      5 lb

      1 lb

      1 lb
      1 lb
      1 lb
      10 lb
      1 lb
      10 lb
      3 lb
      2 lb
      1 lb
      _____
      68 lb   Weapons / Armor / Shield (from above)
      Backpack
      Bedroll
      Bottle
      Case (for map or scroll)
      Flint and steel
      Lamp (common)
      Mirror
      Oil flasks x1
      Pick
      Pouch x2
      Rope (50', hempen) x1
      Musical instrument
      Spell component pouch
      Thieves' tools

      Total

More about Kilroy Skald:

      Kilroy spends his time exploring old crypts and ancient tombs. But he is not as good at picking locks, or springing traps as a rogue. But he knows far more about the Dungeon and the things that lurk within, and the paths he may take.

Also ever since I played Neverwinter nights, I've been a really bid fan of Red Dragon Disciples, and if ever one could give me info on that prestige class I'd be thankful.

[RAM]

Dragon Disciple is on The S.R.D. and includes a red variant. Although it loses much of its awesome when taken prior to epic levels, N.W.N. did not alter it drastically...

[Zidane]

Dragon Disciple is on The S.R.D. and includes a red variant. Although it loses much of its awesome when taken prior to epic levels, N.W.N. did not alter it drastically...

Thank you kind sir.

[Shoruke]

One of my foresight-founded concerns with the Artificer class is the exp spent on Item Creation feats. Sure, you get a craft reserve, but you're likely to overspend with all those feats available. And then I'd have to track your current exp and how much you've spent on Item Creation, so that I can plan encounters appropriately based on how much exp and gear you SHOULD have, not how much you DO have. And, as you might have all noticed, I'm not exactly a master of the art of balancing encounters yet. (I think the trick is to give roughly CR 4 or 5 monsters, we'll see...)

Corina, Mystellar, Nale Nael, and Maelrigar receive their journal exp. (apparently I am too tired to write, because that sentence took four tries for me to get it any kind of right. And I speak loopily. Oy vey. Did I mention I'm digressing?)

@Zidane, it'd be totally awesome if you joined the group. The group needs someone to spam Bardic Knowledge and throw on the buffs. (Mystellar makes a conspicuously low number of Lore checks, methinks.)

[Heron TSG]

Yeah, and we need more arcane spellcasters, too! 

[mission0]

Don't worry I won't be going into the artificer area for awhile now, looked at the op and saw your reqs and decided that artificer was not a path worth taking and that you really really did not want one in the campaign.

[RAM]

Oh, right, Lore, I keep forgetting that...

[Zidane]

@Zidane, it'd be totally awesome if you joined the group. The group needs someone to spam Bardic Knowledge and throw on the buffs. (Mystellar makes a conspicuously low number of Lore checks, methinks.)

I will probably die fairly quickly though, so I'll most likely spend most of my time franticly strumming on my lute, or frantically casting Invisible on myself. But if we ever run into any demons, angels, dragons, traps, locks, or intricate architectural puzzles, I will be of great help

[RedWarrior0]

@Zidane, it'd be totally awesome if you joined the group. The group needs someone to spam Bardic Knowledge and throw on the buffs. (Mystellar makes a conspicuously low number of Lore checks, methinks.)

If you allow Celadrin (Dragon magazine 350 page 52) I have a planned Bard in case things go south for Ethan.

[Lord Shonus]

A little advice for Shoruke, based on my DM experience.


The best challenge will be medium numbers of medium CR monsters. Even at level 2, Corina alone can take out large(r) numbers of CR .5 monsters as long as the monk protects her, and small numbers of high CR monsters fall victim to the swarm problem with a party as large as we have. Your best bet would be eight or so CR 2-3 enemies for a decent but not impossible challenge.