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Message: <blockquote data-quote="EvilGM" data-source="post: 980658" data-attributes="member: 4628">I need your help.  I'm toying with the idea of starting another campaign.I'm thinking its going to be a low-magic campaign using the <a href="http://www.darkshire.org/~jhkim/rpg/srd/sleepingimperium/downloads/GrimNGrittyHitPointRules.pdf" target="_blank">Grim N Gritty Hit Point Rules</a>.  Character wealth will be low, and I imagine the survivability will be low - at least until they figure out how nasty the GnG rules are.Obviously, this campaign will focus on roleplaying above all else.  The characters start off as everyday citizens, but soon their world will be turned upside down.  I haven't finalized the whole plot sequence, but it will be something like your typical Shannara/LoTR/etc. story - i.e. they get roped into an epic campaign.If you would take the time to read through the information below and offer suggestions/fixes, I would appreciate it.~~~~Everyone starts out as a human (of the player's sex) in a small village.The village is surrounded by a lush forest.  The village's prime source of income is lumber - followed by small (and not so small) game hunting.  Many of the local hunters also serve as militia in times of need.Magic is whispered of in taverns, but few know any who practice it - it is mostly forgotten.You may know more depending on your knowledge ranks.  If you wish to advance in the world, you must find someone to apprentice under or train you.Human properties+4 skill points at 1st level, +1 skill point each level beyond 1stbonus feat at 1st level+4 to ability score(s), in any combinationAbility ScoresAll ability scores start at 8.  Add 1d6 to each ability score.Choose one of the following classes for your character:Commoner level 1 You are a simple farm hand, perhaps a worker or an apprentice to a skilled tradesman.  You are young and inexperienced, but you have potential.Starting age 15 (minimum)+1 Intelligence+1 Strength OR Dexterity OR Constitution OR Wisdom OR CharismaHP = CON score+0 DefenseBAB +0all saves +1( 2 + Int mod ) x 4 skill pointsClass skills: Climb (str), Craft (int), Handle Animal (cha), Jump (str), Listen (wis), Profession (int), Ride (dex), Spot (wis), Swim (str), Use Rope (dex)+ 2 ranks in Knowledge (local)Proficient with 1 simple weapon - not proficient with weapons, armor, or shieldsBonuses+1 feat at 2nd level+1 ability point at 2nd levelStarting Equipmentpeasant outfitbackpack (2wt)flint and steelcommon lamp (1wt)belt pouch (3wt)1d4 trail rations (1wt)sack (0.5wt)1d4 torches (1wt)waterskin (4wt)shovel (8wt)OR spade (8wt)1d4 daggers (1wt)OR light mace (6wt)OR quarterstaff (4wt)OR 1d3 shortspears (5wt)OR 1d6 halfspears (3wt)OR club (3wt) and sling (0wt) with pouch of 10 bullets (1wt)Starting Money2d10 silver pieces (freely convert into other coins at character generation)Expert level 1You have spent many years honing your craft and becoming quite proficient.  You are a tradesman for the town, turning a small profit.  You may have a certain level of respect or notoriety in your area.Starting age 27 (minimum)+1 Intelligence OR Wisdom OR CharismaHP = CON score+1 DefenseBAB +0Will save +2( 6 + Int mod ) x 4 skill pointsClass skills:  Choose any 10, up to 2 of which can be exclusive - at least one must be Craft OR Profession+ 4 ranks to freely distribute to Appraise OR Knowledge (geography OR history OR local OR nature OR nobility), in any combinationProficient with simple weapons and light armorStarting Equipmentany commoner weaponbelt pouch (3wt)1d4 sacks (0.5wt)1d4 torches (1wt)waterskin (4wt)hooded lantern (2wt)1d6 flasks of oil (1wt)artisan's outfitOR scholar's outfitOR traveler's outfitleather armor (15wt)OR courtier's outfitkit (5wt) (climber's, disguise, healer's, etc.)OR tools (5wt) (artisan's, thieves', etc.)OR musical instrument (3wt)10' of chain (2wt)OR crowbar (5wt), grappling hook (4wt) and 50' hemp rope (10wt)OR very simple lock (1wt)OR small steel mirror (0.5wt)OR 10 sheets of paper, ink (1wt) and pen; signet ring, sealing wax (1wt)OR 50' silk rope (5wt), 4 pitons (0.5wt), and hammer (2wt)OR flask of acid (1wt)OR flask of alchemist's fire (1wt)OR flask of holy water (1wt)Starting Money20 + 4d6 gold pieces (freely convert into other coins at character generation)1d4 gems worth 10 gold pieces each.Note:  Any commoner working for you receives +1d6 gold pieces starting moneyYou may take others as apprentices in your chosen field(s).Warrior level 1You have seen some battles and survived to tell the tale.  You are: village militia OR a freelance mercenary OR the bouncer at the tavern OR ?Starting age 17 (minimum)+1 to Strength OR Dexterity+1 ConstitutionHP = CON score +1+2 DefenseBAB +1Fort save +2( 2 + Int mod ) x 4 skill pointsClass skills:  Climb (str), Handle Animal (cha), Intimidate (cha), Jump (str), Ride (dex), Swim (str)Proficient with simple and martial weapons, armor (light and medium), and shieldsStarting Equipmentbackpack (2wt)bedroll (5wt)blanket (3wt)flask of hard liquorbelt pouch (3wt)1d6 trail rations (1wt)whetstone (1wt)large rag (1wt)leather armor (15wt) and buckler (5wt)OR studded leather (20wt) and small wooden shield (5wt)OR hide armor (25wt) and large wooden shield (10wt)OR scale mail (30wt)shortbow (2wt) and 2 quivers of 20 arrows (3wt)OR heavy crossbow (9wt) and 5 bolts (1wt)OR light crossbow (6wt) and quiver of 10 bolts (1wt)OR 1d3 slings (0wt) and pouch of 50 bullets (5wt)OR 2d4 halfspears (3wt) and any commoner weapon choicelong sword (4wt)OR battleaxe (7wt)OR trident (5wt)OR warhammer (8wt)OR glaive (15wt)OR morningstar (8wt)OR ranseur (15wt)OR heavy mace (12wt)OR short sword (3wt)OR heavy flail (20wt)OR 2 handaxes (5wt)OR longspear (9wt) and any commoner weapon choiceOR sap (3wt) and any commoner weapon choiceOR spiked gauntlet (2wt) and any commoner weapon choiceStarting Money4d6 gold pieces (freely convert into other coins at character generation)You can freely convert heavy weapons into light at character generation.Note:  If there are two Warriors, one has manacles (2wt).You have a chance to train others in the use of a particular feat from the Warrior bonus list (if you have that feat).FEAT POOLYou many only take the following feats: Alertness, Ambidexterity, any Armor Proficiency, Blind-Fight, Dodge (Mobility, Spring Attack), Discipline, Endurance, Forester, Great Fortitude, Improved Initiative, Improved Unarmed Strike, Iron Will, Lightning Reflexes, Luck of Heroes, Martial Weapon Proficiency, Point Blank Shot (Far Shot, Precise Shot, Shot on the Run), Run, Shield Proficiency, Simple Weapon Proficiency, Skill Focus, Strong Soul, Survivor, ToughnessIn addition, Warriors may choose from the following list:  Blooded, Combat Reflexes, Exotic Weapon Proficiency, Expertise (Improved Disarm, Improved Trip), Improved Critical, Power Attack (Improved Bull Rush), Quick Draw, Weapon FocusIn addition, Experts may choose from the following list:  Education, Mercantile Background</blockquote>

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