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<blockquote data-quote="elapse" data-source="post: 2571487" data-attributes="member: 35572"><p><strong>Konrad Irongate</strong></p><p></p><p>In all honesty, I read the other three character backgrounds I made and thought they were fairly gay. This one is not that wondrous by any means, but it leaves me alot of room to experiment with role-playing. The general concept is equivalent of an officer in todays military. I do apologize for taking so long. The character is fairly straightforward with his class advancement being the following:</p><p>1. Fighter/Marshal</p><p>2. Fighter/Marshal</p><p>3. Fighter/Marshal</p><p>4. Fighter/Marshal</p><p>5. Fighter/Marshal</p><p>6. Dragonrider/Marshal</p><p>7. Dragonrider/Marshal</p><p>8. Dragonrider/Marshal</p><p></p><p>[CODE]</p><p>[B]Name:[/B] Konrad Irongate</p><p>[B]Class:[/B] Gestalt Fighter/Marshal (5/8) Dragon Rider (3)</p><p>[B]Race:[/B] Human</p><p>[B]Size:[/B] Medium</p><p>[B]Gender:[/B] Male</p><p>[B]Alignment:[/B] Lawful Good</p><p>[B]Deity:[/B] Amunia</p><p></p><p>[B]Str:[/B] 16 +3 (10p.) [B]Level:[/B] 8 [B]XP:[/B] 28,000</p><p>[B]Dex:[/B] 10 +0 (02p.) [B]BAB:[/B] +8 [B]HP:[/B] 10+7d10+24</p><p>[B]Con:[/B] 16 +3 (06p.) [B]Grapple:[/B] +8 [B]Dmg Red:[/B] -/-</p><p>[B]Int:[/B] 12 +1 (04p.) [B]Speed:[/B] 30' [B]Spell Res:[/B] --</p><p>[B]Wis:[/B] 10 +0 (02p.) [B]Init:[/B] +4 [B]Spell Save:[/B] +0</p><p>[B]Cha:[/B] 14 +2 (06p.) [B]ACP:[/B] -6 [B]Spell Fail:[/B] 00%</p><p></p><p> [B]Base Armor Shld Dex Size Nat Misc Total[/B]</p><p>[B]Armor:[/B] 10 +8 +2 +0 +0 +0 +0 20</p><p>[B]Touch:[/B] 11 [B]Flatfooted:[/B] 17</p><p></p><p> [B]Base Mod Misc Total[/B]</p><p>[B]Fort:[/B] 6 +3 +2 +11</p><p>[B]Ref:[/B] 2 +0 +2 +4</p><p>[B]Will:[/B] 6 +0 +2 +8</p><p></p><p>[B]Weapon Attack Damage Critical[/B]</p><p>Lance +13 1d8+5 20x3</p><p>Comp Short Bow +8 1d6+3 20x3</p><p>Long Sword +12 1d8+3 19-20x2 </p><p></p><p>[B]Languages:[/B] Common, Draconic, Amun</p><p></p><p>[B]Abilities:[/B] Major Aura +2, Grant Move Action 2/Day, Dragonriding, Immune to Frightful Presence, Mounted Spellcasting</p><p></p><p>[B]Feats:[/B]</p><p>Human</p><p>1. Dragonfriend (+4 Diplomacy vs. Dragon, +2 Ride Dragon)</p><p></p><p>Level</p><p>1. Skill Focus (Ride: +3 Skill Check)</p><p>3. Improved Initiative (+4 Init)</p><p>6. Quick Draw</p><p></p><p>Fighter</p><p>1. Mounted Combat</p><p>2. Weapon Focus Lance</p><p>4. Weapon Spec. Lance</p><p></p><p>Marshal</p><p>1. Skill Focus (Diplomacy)</p><p></p><p>Dragonrider</p><p>3. Mounted Archery</p><p></p><p>[B]Auras[/B]</p><p>Minor:</p><p>Master of Tactics (+2 Flank Dmg)</p><p>Over the Top (+2 Charge Dmg)</p><p>Art of War (+2 Disarm, Trip, Bull Rush, Sunder)</p><p>Motivate Strength (+2 Str Checks and Skills)</p><p></p><p>Major:</p><p>Motivate Attack (+2 Atk)</p><p>Motivate Urgency (+10' Speed)</p><p></p><p>[B]Skill Points:[/B] 66 [B]Max Ranks:[/B] 11/5.5</p><p>[B]Skills Ranks Mod Misc Total[/B]</p><p>Ride 11 +0 +5 +16</p><p>Handle Animal 11 +2 +0 +13</p><p>Diplomacy 11 +2 +3 +16</p><p>Knowledge: History 4 +1 +0 +5</p><p>Knowledge: Geography 4 +1 +0 +5</p><p>Knowledge: Local 4 +1 +0 +5</p><p>Knowledge: Arcane 2 +1 +0 +3</p><p>Knowledge: Religion 2 +1 +0 +3</p><p>Spot 5 +0 +2 +7</p><p>Climb 4 +3 +0 +7</p><p>Jump 4 +3 +0 +7</p><p>Swim 4 +3 +0 +7</p><p></p><p>[B]Equipment: Cost Weight[/B] 27000</p><p>Full Plate Armor 1650gp 50lb</p><p>Heavy Steel Shield 170sp 15lb</p><p>Lance +1 2310gp 10lb</p><p>Mighty +3 Comp Sbow 600gp 2lb</p><p>Longsword 315gp 4lb</p><p>Cloak of Resistance +2 4000gp --lb</p><p>Ring of Feather Falling 2000gp</p><p></p><p>Dragon Riders Helm</p><p>-Spot +5: 5x5x100 = 2,500 (5000)</p><p>-Whispering Wind = 1x1x1800 = 1800 (Command Word "Whisper", in Draconic)</p><p>Total = 6,800gp</p><p></p><p>Dragon Riders Gauntlets</p><p>-Scorching Ray 3/Day = 2x3x1800/.6 = 6480 (Command Word "Burn", in Draconic)</p><p>**Single Ray, Ranged Touch, 35ft, 4d6 Fire</p><p>Total = 6,480gp</p><p></p><p>Explorers Outfit 10gp</p><p>Nobles Outfit 75gp</p><p>Sword Belt</p><p>Scabbard</p><p>Quiver</p><p>Whetstone</p><p>Exotic War Saddle</p><p>Saddle Bags</p><p>Bedroll</p><p>Waterskin</p><p>Rations</p><p></p><p>[B]Total Weight:[/B]71lb [B]Money:[/B] XXgp XXsp XXcp</p><p></p><p> [B]Lgt Med Hvy Lift Push[/B]</p><p>[B]Max Weight:[/B] 76 153 230 230 1150</p><p></p><p>[B]Age:[/B] 18</p><p>[B]Height:[/B] 6'0"</p><p>[B]Weight:[/B] 190lb</p><p>[B]Eyes:[/B] Green</p><p>[B]Hair:[/B] Brown</p><p>[B]Skin:[/B] White</p><p>[/CODE]</p><p></p><p>[SBLOCK=Appearance]</p><p><strong>Appearance:</strong> If it weren't for his cheerful demeanor, Konrad would be an imposing sight. Seemingly blessed by Amunia, </p><p></p><p>he was graced with a large and powerful build, a handsome face, and enough social grace to get on with most anyone. His eyes are dark green, seeming almost brown at a distance. His light brown hair is cut short, and his square-jawed face is clean shaven. His posture is that befitting a military official, shoulders back, chest out, slightly bent back at the waist when he walks and fingers clenched. He is a confidant man and exudes that confidance to those he encounters.</p><p></p><p>When dressed for battle, Konrad dons his Full Plate Armor and hefts a heavy steel shield on his right arm. A heavy longsword is sheathed on his left hip, and on his back is a quiver and unstrung bow. All of his armament is master crafted, though none of it is adorned with artistic intricacies. His gear is in good condition, but is obviously battle worn with dents, nicks and scrapes.</p><p></p><p>Konrads civilian attire is comfortable, but as subdued in appearance as his war gear. Since it is typically not acceptable for matters of court or importance, he will wear the appropriate clothing when social occasions arise.</p><p>[/SBLOCK]</p><p></p><p>[SBLOCK=Background]</p><p><strong>Background:</strong> Konrad Irongate was born the first son of Andreas and Maewen Irongate. His family has a reputation for their martial prowess for duties in serving the outer reaches of the kingdom. The name Irongate was taken by the family, ages ago, because they constantly pushed as far into the frontier as possible in order to be the first defense against outsiders. Konrad continues this family tradition, though not in a musty keep on the outskirts of the kingdom, but on the back of a mighty Gold Dragon.</p><p></p><p>He remembers little of his family before he was sent to the academy for training. He has a few memories, but in all honesty he doesn't know which are real and which are imagined. He does know that his parents were proud and joyful when he left, making him feel eager and excited for his future training.</p><p></p><p>Konrads military training was intense and comprehensive. Konrad displayed no skill with the arcane, and lacked the faithful discipline of the divine. What he did easily come to know and understand were combat and tactics, and deep love for Amun. What Konrad brings to the fight is leadership. He was groomed to become a combat leader, and now excels at the roll. He knows how to motivate and command so that the Dragon Knights can know success in war.</p><p></p><p>It should be noted that although Konrad is a skilled leader, he is not one privy to the minor nuances of intrigue. He is straight forward in his dealings. His skill with diplomacy is military in nature, enough that he can interact with superiors, nobles, dragons and allies without making a fool of himself or offering offense any of the former. </p><p>[/SBLOCK]</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="elapse, post: 2571487, member: 35572"] [b]Konrad Irongate[/b] In all honesty, I read the other three character backgrounds I made and thought they were fairly gay. This one is not that wondrous by any means, but it leaves me alot of room to experiment with role-playing. The general concept is equivalent of an officer in todays military. I do apologize for taking so long. The character is fairly straightforward with his class advancement being the following: 1. Fighter/Marshal 2. Fighter/Marshal 3. Fighter/Marshal 4. Fighter/Marshal 5. Fighter/Marshal 6. Dragonrider/Marshal 7. Dragonrider/Marshal 8. Dragonrider/Marshal [CODE] [B]Name:[/B] Konrad Irongate [B]Class:[/B] Gestalt Fighter/Marshal (5/8) Dragon Rider (3) [B]Race:[/B] Human [B]Size:[/B] Medium [B]Gender:[/B] Male [B]Alignment:[/B] Lawful Good [B]Deity:[/B] Amunia [B]Str:[/B] 16 +3 (10p.) [B]Level:[/B] 8 [B]XP:[/B] 28,000 [B]Dex:[/B] 10 +0 (02p.) [B]BAB:[/B] +8 [B]HP:[/B] 10+7d10+24 [B]Con:[/B] 16 +3 (06p.) [B]Grapple:[/B] +8 [B]Dmg Red:[/B] -/- [B]Int:[/B] 12 +1 (04p.) [B]Speed:[/B] 30' [B]Spell Res:[/B] -- [B]Wis:[/B] 10 +0 (02p.) [B]Init:[/B] +4 [B]Spell Save:[/B] +0 [B]Cha:[/B] 14 +2 (06p.) [B]ACP:[/B] -6 [B]Spell Fail:[/B] 00% [B]Base Armor Shld Dex Size Nat Misc Total[/B] [B]Armor:[/B] 10 +8 +2 +0 +0 +0 +0 20 [B]Touch:[/B] 11 [B]Flatfooted:[/B] 17 [B]Base Mod Misc Total[/B] [B]Fort:[/B] 6 +3 +2 +11 [B]Ref:[/B] 2 +0 +2 +4 [B]Will:[/B] 6 +0 +2 +8 [B]Weapon Attack Damage Critical[/B] Lance +13 1d8+5 20x3 Comp Short Bow +8 1d6+3 20x3 Long Sword +12 1d8+3 19-20x2 [B]Languages:[/B] Common, Draconic, Amun [B]Abilities:[/B] Major Aura +2, Grant Move Action 2/Day, Dragonriding, Immune to Frightful Presence, Mounted Spellcasting [B]Feats:[/B] Human 1. Dragonfriend (+4 Diplomacy vs. Dragon, +2 Ride Dragon) Level 1. Skill Focus (Ride: +3 Skill Check) 3. Improved Initiative (+4 Init) 6. Quick Draw Fighter 1. Mounted Combat 2. Weapon Focus Lance 4. Weapon Spec. Lance Marshal 1. Skill Focus (Diplomacy) Dragonrider 3. Mounted Archery [B]Auras[/B] Minor: Master of Tactics (+2 Flank Dmg) Over the Top (+2 Charge Dmg) Art of War (+2 Disarm, Trip, Bull Rush, Sunder) Motivate Strength (+2 Str Checks and Skills) Major: Motivate Attack (+2 Atk) Motivate Urgency (+10' Speed) [B]Skill Points:[/B] 66 [B]Max Ranks:[/B] 11/5.5 [B]Skills Ranks Mod Misc Total[/B] Ride 11 +0 +5 +16 Handle Animal 11 +2 +0 +13 Diplomacy 11 +2 +3 +16 Knowledge: History 4 +1 +0 +5 Knowledge: Geography 4 +1 +0 +5 Knowledge: Local 4 +1 +0 +5 Knowledge: Arcane 2 +1 +0 +3 Knowledge: Religion 2 +1 +0 +3 Spot 5 +0 +2 +7 Climb 4 +3 +0 +7 Jump 4 +3 +0 +7 Swim 4 +3 +0 +7 [B]Equipment: Cost Weight[/B] 27000 Full Plate Armor 1650gp 50lb Heavy Steel Shield 170sp 15lb Lance +1 2310gp 10lb Mighty +3 Comp Sbow 600gp 2lb Longsword 315gp 4lb Cloak of Resistance +2 4000gp --lb Ring of Feather Falling 2000gp Dragon Riders Helm -Spot +5: 5x5x100 = 2,500 (5000) -Whispering Wind = 1x1x1800 = 1800 (Command Word "Whisper", in Draconic) Total = 6,800gp Dragon Riders Gauntlets -Scorching Ray 3/Day = 2x3x1800/.6 = 6480 (Command Word "Burn", in Draconic) **Single Ray, Ranged Touch, 35ft, 4d6 Fire Total = 6,480gp Explorers Outfit 10gp Nobles Outfit 75gp Sword Belt Scabbard Quiver Whetstone Exotic War Saddle Saddle Bags Bedroll Waterskin Rations [B]Total Weight:[/B]71lb [B]Money:[/B] XXgp XXsp XXcp [B]Lgt Med Hvy Lift Push[/B] [B]Max Weight:[/B] 76 153 230 230 1150 [B]Age:[/B] 18 [B]Height:[/B] 6'0" [B]Weight:[/B] 190lb [B]Eyes:[/B] Green [B]Hair:[/B] Brown [B]Skin:[/B] White [/CODE] [SBLOCK=Appearance] [B]Appearance:[/B] If it weren't for his cheerful demeanor, Konrad would be an imposing sight. Seemingly blessed by Amunia, he was graced with a large and powerful build, a handsome face, and enough social grace to get on with most anyone. His eyes are dark green, seeming almost brown at a distance. His light brown hair is cut short, and his square-jawed face is clean shaven. His posture is that befitting a military official, shoulders back, chest out, slightly bent back at the waist when he walks and fingers clenched. He is a confidant man and exudes that confidance to those he encounters. When dressed for battle, Konrad dons his Full Plate Armor and hefts a heavy steel shield on his right arm. A heavy longsword is sheathed on his left hip, and on his back is a quiver and unstrung bow. All of his armament is master crafted, though none of it is adorned with artistic intricacies. His gear is in good condition, but is obviously battle worn with dents, nicks and scrapes. Konrads civilian attire is comfortable, but as subdued in appearance as his war gear. Since it is typically not acceptable for matters of court or importance, he will wear the appropriate clothing when social occasions arise. [/SBLOCK] [SBLOCK=Background] [B]Background:[/B] Konrad Irongate was born the first son of Andreas and Maewen Irongate. His family has a reputation for their martial prowess for duties in serving the outer reaches of the kingdom. The name Irongate was taken by the family, ages ago, because they constantly pushed as far into the frontier as possible in order to be the first defense against outsiders. Konrad continues this family tradition, though not in a musty keep on the outskirts of the kingdom, but on the back of a mighty Gold Dragon. He remembers little of his family before he was sent to the academy for training. He has a few memories, but in all honesty he doesn't know which are real and which are imagined. He does know that his parents were proud and joyful when he left, making him feel eager and excited for his future training. Konrads military training was intense and comprehensive. Konrad displayed no skill with the arcane, and lacked the faithful discipline of the divine. What he did easily come to know and understand were combat and tactics, and deep love for Amun. What Konrad brings to the fight is leadership. He was groomed to become a combat leader, and now excels at the roll. He knows how to motivate and command so that the Dragon Knights can know success in war. It should be noted that although Konrad is a skilled leader, he is not one privy to the minor nuances of intrigue. He is straight forward in his dealings. His skill with diplomacy is military in nature, enough that he can interact with superiors, nobles, dragons and allies without making a fool of himself or offering offense any of the former. [/SBLOCK] [/QUOTE]
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