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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Shades of Eternity" data-source="post: 3540956" data-attributes="member: 10869">I got a human wizard in the new ravenloft game and I am trying to get an idea of where I'm progressing.The character rocks, but I want to keep it so I stay a step ahead.here is the character *************************Waldorf the GroovyGender: Male...very <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/joypixels/assets/8.0/png/unicode/64/1f609.png" class="smilie smilie--emoji" loading="lazy" width="64" height="64" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)"  data-smilie="2"data-shortname=";)" />Race: HumanAlignment: N (w G tendencies)Class: WizardClass Level(s): WizardExperience: 15,000 plus whatever experience earned during the game.Next Level: 21,000Strength: 10 0 Dexterity: 16 +3Constitution: 14 +2Intelligence: 17 +3 (+4 for spells)/ +5 with spells and headband.Wisdom: 11 0 Charisma: 13 +1Age: 20Height: 5'4"Weight: 132 lbsSize: MediumSpeed: 30 feetEye Color: A sharp greenHair Color: Brown with yellow highlightsComplexion: ManlyHomeworld: Derek's wizard worldLanguages: Common, Draconic, Giant, Undercommon.Hit Points: 26Armor Class: 13 (17 with magic armor up) (19 with magic armor and shield bearer up)Initiative:  +7Based Attack Bonus: +3Melee Attack Bonus: +3Ranged Attack Bonus: +6Fortitude Save: +5  +2 +2  +1Reflex Save:    +6  +2 +3  +1Will Save:      +6  +5     +1Racial Abilities:free starting feat and additional skill pointsClass Abilities:SpellsFamiliar (burrowing owl) - name is "Dave"Feats:H: Spellcasting Prodigyw1: Scribe Scroll1: Improved initiative3: Combat Castingw5: Sudden Extend6: Extra slot (3rd level)Skills 5x9 = 45 for class plus 9 for human = 54 skill points.Concentration                       14      =  8 + 2 +4 (combat casting)Craft (brewing)                      6      =  3 + 3Craft (alchemy)                     11      =  8 + 3Decipher Script                      5      =  2 + 3Knowledge (Arcana)                  11      =  8 + 3              Knowledge (Dungeoneering)            6      =  3 + 3Knowledge (Nature)                   5      =  2 + 3Knowledge (Religion)                 5      =  2 + 3 Profession (brewer)                  2      =  2 + 0Riding                               5      = 2C + 3Sense Motive (CC)                    2      = 2C + 0Spellcraft                          13      =  8 + 3 +2 (synergy)Spot                                 5/7/10 =  0 + 0 +5 (eyes of the eagle) plus familiar bonus +3/+5Equipment:Generic Adventuring Stuff:Waterskin, full - 1gp / 4lb Bedroll -  1sp / 5lb 1 days trail rations 0.5 gp/1 lbsack 1sp/0.5 lbsflint and steel 1 gp/0 lbs10 candles  1 sp/ 0 lbsCase, map or scroll 1 gp / 0.5 lbsrope, hempen 50' 1 gp / 10 lbs2 balls of twine(50 feet each) 2 sp / 0 lbsMisc Equipment Subtotal: 5 gp / 32 lbs3 pages of parchment 6 sp / 0 lbsink (1 oz vial) 8 gp / 0 lbsink pen 1 sp / 0 lbsSpell Component Pouch 5 gp / 2 lbsSpellbook 15 gp / 3 lbsbook carrying case (Leather w/ strap)  2 gp / 1 lbs - not listed, had to fudge using hackmasters spell slingers guide to spell dominationWizard equipment subtotal 30.7 gp / 6 lbsOther misc stuffMiner's helmet /w flap that seals in light 1 gp / 1 lb3 vials (2 pepper, 1 salt) 3 gp / 0.3 lbsmisc stuff total: 4 gp  / 1.3 lbsQuarterstaff  0 gp / 4 lbsLight Crossbow  35 gp/ 4 lbs10 crossbow bolts. 1 gp /  1 lbsDagger  2 gp / 1 lbsheavy wooden shield 7 gp / 10 lbsWeapon Subtotal:  45 gp / 20 lbsAlchemical stuff2 sunrods 4 gp / 2 lbsAlchemical stuff total: 4 gp / 2 lbMagical ItemsEyes of the Eagle 2500 gpHeward's handy haversack 2000 gpHeadband of intellect (+2) 4000 gpRing of sustenence (+1) 2500 gpcloak of protection (+1) 1000 gpbag of tricks (grey) 900 gpMagical Equipment cost: 12900total    12988.7 / 60.3Spellcasting Abilities:Effective Caster Level: 6th with base 21Spellcasting Ability Modifier: +5Spells per Day:  9,  4,  4,  4Spells save DC: 15, 16, 17, 18Spells known:0thAcid SplashArcane MarkDancing LightDazeDetect MagicDetect PoisonFlareGhost SoundLightMage HandMendingMessageOpen/ClosePrestidigitationRay of FrostRead MagicResistance1st ArmorCharm PersonDisguise selfGreaseIdentifyMagic MissileMount*ShieldbearerSilent Image 2ndContinual FlameInvisibiltyMirror ImageRope Trick3rdFireball Fly*  from Spell CompendiumWeapon Statistics:Melee WeaponWeapon: DaggerAttack Bonus: +3 /+6Damage: 1d4Threat Range/Multiplier: x2Range Increment: 10 feetDamage Type: P Weapon Size: SRanged WeaponWeapon: Light CrossbowAmmunition: 20Attack Bonus: +6Damage: 1d8Threat Range/Multiplier: 19-20/x2Range Increment: 80 feetDamage Type: P Weapon Size: MFamiliarOWL (Dave)Tiny AnimalHit Dice: as per familiar (13 hit points)Initiative: +3Speed: 10 ft. (2 squares), fly 40 ft. (average)Armor Class: 20 (+2 size, +3 Dex, +2 natural, +3 magical), touch 18, flat-footed 17Base Attack/Grapple: +0/–11Attack: Talons +6 melee (1d4–3)Full Attack: Talons +6 melee (1d4–3)Space/Reach: 2-1/2 ft./0 ft.Special Attacks: —Special Qualities: Low-light vision, alertness, improved evasion, share spells, empathic link, deliver touch spells, speak with masterSaves: Fort +2, Ref +5, Will +7Abilities: Str 4, Dex 17, Con 10, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 4Skills: Listen +16, Move Silently +17, Spot +8*Feats: Alertness, Weapon FinesseEnvironment: Temperate forestsOrganization: SolitaryChallenge Rating: 1/4Advancement: 2 HD (Small)Level Adjustment: —The statistics presented here describe nocturnal birds of prey from 1 to 2 feet long, with wingspans up to 6 feet. They combine both talons into a single attack.CombatOwls swoop quietly down onto prey, attacking with their powerful talons.Skills: Owls have a +8 racial bonus on Listen checks and a +14 racial bonus on Move Silently checks. *They have a +8 racial bonus on Spot checks in areas of shadowy illumination.Background:Waldorf was born to a small family of renegade wizards and general never do wells, who were on the rebound after a failed coup in the kingdom of  <insert name of fairly good kingdom here>.  He spent the early part of his life on the run with his family, until he was given to a local accomplice, Seyerodu the Sneaky.  His training was surprisingly quiet, only stopped by the fact that his mentor Seyerodu mysteriously vanished one day (only a fire was found on the floor, Arcane spontaneous combustion is a distinct possibility).  Using his charm, and what money had found at his old mentors place, he enrolled in the Wizard's school to both get his piece of sheepskin.  He is enrolled as Waldorf Sigilson, but he's almost universally known as "Waldorf the Groovy."Disposition:Despite the dark past, Waldorf is very chipper, cheerful and a pleasure to be around with.  He often uses his smarmy charm to get out of trouble and situations.  He has quite a few divination spells to both stay one step ahead of his estranged family (who have no idea that he is there), and cause it will help him predict whom he would be more likely to "score".  Despite his family, Waldorf is not a bad person.  He is a man who wants the "easy stuff in life" and his attitude reflects this. Description:He is a fairly average frame and size for a human, but his sharp green eyes and soft brown short hair seem to make him special.   He also  has a fairly prominent chin that seems to give him a commanding presence.  He usually dresses in pants, shirt and a leather jerkin, but will grudgingly wear the "robes" if necessary (he still thinks robes are for nancies).  Quotes"They call me Mr. Love Magic.""I am the Excellence of the Arcane.""Hey watch it, you could poke an eye out with that thing.""Didn't your mother tell you it was rude to stare.  Now blow."“I can read the future and if you let me buy you a drink, I can tell you all about it.”Books usedPHBComplete ArcaneMMSpell CompendiumArms and Equipment***********************Other notes1. The gm is being very tight fisted about time. We're probably not going to have much "prep" time, if any so I doubt I'll be able to either make alchemical goods and/or add new spells to my spellbook beyond level gain. If we do get time, I need to figure out a way to maximize such time.2. He is also being pretty tight fisted about gaining spells in the first place. most of what we've found is undead and I have been not very luck about magic items that could help my character.3. I have been allowed if I go up a level to be able to get 1 spell per spell level from the spell compendium. otherwise, my spells are coming from the phb.4. My character is more of a "utility mage", but will probably end up having to take a good chunk of combat spells.5. most targets will be undead, but I also expect the occasional nonundead target.In particular, I am trying to pick the best spells for the groupThus far, my 4th level spell choices (of which I get 2 at 7th level), are pretty much going to be any of the following:Arcane EyeBlack TentaclesEnlarge person Improved InvisibilityRemove CurseShadow ConjurationPolymorphand I can select only one of the following from the spell compendium:Darkvision, MassDefenestrating SphereForcewardSpell EnhancerVoice of the DragonWhat do I want for waldorf -1. versatility for a wide range of situations.2. emphasis on effecting undead whether it is for offensive and defensive purposes.3. an understanding that may be the only 4th level spells I will get in the game.Whatr I'm thinking thus far is:gut feel for versatility1. polymorph2. voice of the dragonbest for undead situations1. Forceward2. black tentaclesAny suggestions would be most helpful</blockquote>

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