[OOC recruiting closed] Baradur's End (Part III)

[nerdytenor]

This is the thread for the third and final part of the Missing Warlock series.

We are recruiting one leader for our fourth edition game - character will start at level 4. Please post here if interested.

[nerdytenor]

Dear Players,

Sorry things have been so slow of late. We had some unfortunate drop-outs, server issues (!), and real-life intrusions in part II. Personally, I am looking to have a very busy October and December this year.

Part III will likely be the shortest of the three segments, and will likely be the last of my DMing for a while due to time constraints.

With that said, I'd like to know...

1) Which of you would like to continue playing?

2) Would you all like to proceed to level 4 for the final installment? Or would you prefer to stay at level 3?

3) Are we happy with covaithe playing two characters, or do we want to open up recruitment for a replacement for Blay? (This is assuming covaithe is continuing, of course?)

Cheers,
nerdytenor

[Arbanax]

HI NT understand real world constraints totally. Despite this causing lag, I'd love to continue on beyond this time. Lag isn't an issue for me...just knowing what to expect is key.

So to answer your questions:

1) I'm onboard (if you hadn't guessed already) - its been a great ride so far - thanks.
2) Yes lets go up if that is what is called for -I'm good with that.
3) Yes Covaithe has demonstrated consistency throughout and I'm happy to let him continue, but that is not to shut down recruitment...if you feel it would help.

Thanks again NT

Arbanax

[pathfinderq1]

1): I'm still on board
2): I'd like to level up to 4- but that is just because I'm greedy
3): If Covaithe WANTS to play both characters, I don't have a problem with it. If not, then we ought to recruit a replacement. Kraegyn doesn't have enough healing for everybody...

[nerdytenor]

Yeah, we'll definitely need another leader one way or the other - the only question is to recruit or not to recruit.

[covaithe]

I'm in. I'd rather have another player, rather than play two characters.

[Arbanax]

I think that settles it then, a hunting for new players we must go.

Ab

[Walking Dad]

Originally Posted by Arbanax

I think that settles it then, a hunting for new players we must go.

Ab

Beware of lurkers

Interested

Like Dwarf Bear Shamans for Leaders.

[nerdytenor]

*lurk lurk lurk*

Hi Walking Dad! I guess the recruitment process is now open.

I'll edit the first post in the thread.

[renau1g]

Hey NT, I'd be up for jumping in as well. I'm always a fan of the tried and true clerics.

[The Digger]

Joshua is still up for it. I am having a few problems so my posting may be a little slow but I am around.

Level 4 would be nice as would another leader.

[nerdytenor]

So it's between renau1g and Walking Dad. Current players, if you have any preference please message me.

Both candidates have done a lot of good stuff on the boards, so no need for either to post character concepts or roll up characters in advance - don't want to waste anybody's time. We can worry about character creation and working the new character into the story after the choice has been made.

Cheers,
bachfan

[nerdytenor]

The current players have spoken. We will be taking BOTH Walking Dad AND renau1g. Welcome!

New players - please create your characters at level 4 using the DM guidelines for creating higher level characters. As for fluff and working you into the story, I have some ideas on that - more on this later via PM.

Current players - please level up to level 4!

All players - I use the Character Builder for all my character management - feel free to use it and post files here. If you don't have the Character Builder, don't worry - I will convert your character into a PDF for you. I have a completely, mind-!@#$ingly insane week this week, so you have at least 7 days to level up/create your characters before we get started, and likely a little more than that.

[renau1g]

Excellent. We have an elven rogue (cov), melee ranger (arbanax), wizard (digger), and paladin (pathfinder) so a ranged leader might be beneficial, and WD mentioned he wanted to play a shaman, so maybe I'll try an bard?

[covaithe]

Cool, I'm really looking forward to seeing a shaman in play. Am I right in thinking that my rogue can flank with the spirit thingy?

[Theroc]

Originally Posted by covaithe

Cool, I'm really looking forward to seeing a shaman in play. Am I right in thinking that my rogue can flank with the spirit thingy?

I realize I'm not in the game at all, but I've been lurking.

Covaithe, normally not, but there *IS* a Shaman At-Will power that allows it. Stalker's Strike, I believe it's called. After a successful hit, the Shaman and his allies can flank with the Spirit until the end of the Shaman's next turn.

[nerdytenor]

I need to do some reading on conjurations. In particular, if your spirit companion moves, does it draw opportunity attacks?

[The Digger]

Would someone like to check the following? I have not been well and I threw this together quite quickly.

I would also ask for any suggestions as to possibly retraining any of the powers for one from AP?

Joshua Dar Rhest: Human wizard

Initiative +6 (Feat + half level)
Passive perception 16 (17 within 5 squares of Karis)
Passive insight 12
Alignment: Unaligned (Ioun)
Languages: Common, Goblin

Str: 12 (+1)
Con 16 (+3)
Dex: 10 (+0)
Int: 19 (+4)
Wis: 13 (+1)
Cha 8 (-1)

HP: 38, Bloodied 19, Surge value 9
Healing Surges: 9
Action Points: 1
Speed: 6 squares


AC: 20 (12 + 3 magic Leather + 4 Int + 1 Staff)
Fort: 16 (12+3 Con +1 Racial)
Ref: 17 (12+4 Int +1 Racial)
Will: 16 (12 + 1 Wis + 1 Racial +2 Class)

Staff of Defense grants +3 bonus to any defence immediate interrupt once per encounter

Skills: Arcana +11 (T), Dungeoneering +8 (T), History +11 (T), Insight +8 (T), Acrobatics +2, Athletics +3, Bluff +1, Diplomacy +1, Endurance +5, Heal +3, Perception +3, Intimidate +1, Nature +3, Religion +6, Stealth +2, Streetwise +1, Thievery +2
(T) = Trained Skill: Values include half level.


Feats: Ritual Casting, Armour proficiency-leather, Improved Initiative, Action Surge, Implement Expertise

Racial & class Features
Armour Profs (Cloth); Weapon Profs (Dagger, quarterstaff)
Bonus to Defence: +2 Will
Staff Mastery: +1 AC and once per encounter bonus gives
+3 to any defence as immediate interrupt

Cantrips
Gain ‘Ritual Casting’ feat
Spellbook; Rituals:Tenser's Floating Disk, Animal Messenger, Comprehend Languages.

Basic attacks
Basic Melee (Staff): Str (+6) vs AC: Damage 1d8+ 2 (str and magic)
(Lvl +2, Str +1, Staff +2 (prof) +1 Magic = +6)

Basic Ranged (dagger): Dex (+5) vs AC: Damage 1d4
(Lvl+2, prof +3=+5) ; Range 5/10;

OR use Magic Missile!
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At Will Cantrips: Ghost Sound - ranged 10, One object or square.
Light - Ranged 5, lasts 5 minutes.
Mage Hand - sustainable (minor) indefinite - moves <20 lbs.
Prestidigitation - amusing magical trick.
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At will spell 1: Scorching burst: Burst 1* within 10. Each creature in burst;
+8 vs Ref (Int +4, Lvl +2, staff +1, Feat +1);
Damage 1d6 +5 (Int mod 4 +1 staff) fire damage.
*If Staff of the War Mage daily power used, area becomes
Burst 2 within 10.

At Will Spell 2: Thunderwave: Close Blast 3*:
Each creature in blast;
+8 vs Fort (Int +4, Lvl +2, Staff +1 + Feat 1);
Damage 1d6 +5 (Int mod 4 +1 staff) thunder damage.
*If Staff of the War Mage daily power used, area becomes
Close Blast 4.

At Will Spell: Magic Missile: Ranged 20; One creature;
+8 vs Ref (Int +4, Lvl +2, staff +1 Feat +1);
Damage 2D4 +5 (Int mod 4 +1 staff) force damage.
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Encounter Spell: Force Orb; Ranged 20; One creature or object;
+8 vs Ref: (Int +4 Lvl +2, staff +1, Feat +1);
Damage 2D8 +5 (Int mod 4 +1 staff) force damage -
make secondary attack; Each enemy adjacent to Primary Target.
Secondary Attack; +8 vs Ref: (Int +4 Lvl +2, staff +1, Feat +1):
Damage 1D10 +5 (Int mod 4 +1 staff) force damage.

Encounter Spell: Colour Spray; Radiant: Implement:
Close blast 5*;
Each creature in blast;
+8 vs Will (Int +4, Lvl +2, Staff +1, Feat +1);
damage 1d6 +5 (Int +4: staff +1) radiant damage
Target is dazed until the end of my next turn

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Daily spell: Sleep: Area Burst 2* within 20; Each creature in burst;
+8 vs Will: (Int +4, Lvl+2, Staff +1, Feat +1);
HIT: Target slowed (save ends) If target fails first save he becomes
unconscious (save ends). MISS: Target is slowed (save ends)
*If Staff of the War Mage daily power used, area becomes
Area Burst 3 within 20.


OR

Daily spell: Flaming sphere: Conjuration: Fire: Implement:
Ranged 10:
Conjure sphere in unoccupied square within range;
Target 1 creature adjacent to sphere:
+8 vs Reflex: Damage 2d6+ 5 (Int +4 Staff +1) fire damage:
Any creature that starts move next to sphere takes
1d4+6 fire damage.
As move action I can move sphere up to 6 squares.
Sustain Minor: can be sustained until end of encounter,
As standard action I can attack with sphere.

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Utility Spell: (Encounter) Shield : Personal: Immediate Interrupt:
Trigger: Hit by an attack: Effect: Gain +4 power bonus to AC
and Reflex till end of my next turn.


OR

Utility Spell: (Daily) Expeditious Retreat: Personal: Move action:
Shift up to twice my speed
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Gear
Victorious Leather Armour +1 15lbs
Standard Kit 33lb
3 x daggers 3lbs
Staff of the war mage +1 4lb
Spell book 3lb
Ritual components 60gp worth
Journeybread
Staff of the War Mage

142gp left

Weight carried (58lbs)

Normal Load: 120lbs
Heavy Load: 240lbs
Push or Drag: 600lbs


Staff of the War Mage Level 3: (Implement) +1 enhancement
to attack and damage rolls. On critical +1d8 damage per plus
Daily Power: (Free action) Use when using a power with a
blast or burst effect. Increase the size by 1.

Victorious Leather Armor +1 (homebrewed) - property:
when you score a critical hit, you gain a +2 item bonus to all
defenses until the start of your next turn. (For area attacks,
only the first attack roll counts).

Joshua dar Rhest- male human Wizard level 3
Passive Perception: +17, Passive Insight: +12
AC:20, Fort:16, Reflex:17, Will:16 - Speed: 6
HP:38/38, Bloodied:19, Surge Value:9, Surges left:9/9
Initiative +6: Action Points: 1, Second Wind: not used
Powerscorching Burst, Thunderwave, Magic Missile
Force Orb, Colour Spray
Sleep ((selected)
Flaming Sphere
Shield (selected)
Expeditious Retreat

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[pathfinderq1]

Kraegyn is mostly done- should be posted by tomorrow night. Added Weapon Expertise (heavy blade) for a 4th level feat, and retrained Utility Power from Sacred Circle to Bless Weapon from Divine Power. No other changes, besides numbers from leveling up.

[Arbanax]

Excellent I am glad everyone is onboard this should makes things even mroe exciting.

I to am having a heavy week, thankfully this being only day 2 I've got a few more to get Rellek into shape, I don't have a Wizards subscription so cannot use the character builder to level up, so I'll do it the old fashioned way and hope I don't make NT sick of my mistakes by the end .

Really looking forward to this next Chp NT, thanks once again.

Ab.