The lvl2 commoner decided to gove the lvl12 Paladin something precious
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JoeBlank
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Nilhgualcm Leahcim said:
If you player is going to be happier getting a gift with some rules effect, then consider giving the paladin a +2 circumstance bonus to all diplomacy checks made in the area once the commoner has had time to sing his praises. Everyone will have heard what a great guy he is, one of the best benefits to being a doer of good deeds.
Klaus
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- Names her son after the Paladin;
- Prays for the Paladin every day;
- Cries when thinking of all the good the paladin did to her and her family, collects the tears into a tiny flask, orders a fine chain to the silversmith and gives it to the paladin, so he'll always remember that is at least one person in the world who is alive only because he was there. Then, when the paladin needs it the most, the tears of gratitude save his bacon (he automatically stabilizes the next time he's at negative hit points, when he remembers the words of gratitude of the peasant and gets up 'cause "he's not ready to give up the fight").
- Prays for the Paladin every day;
- Cries when thinking of all the good the paladin did to her and her family, collects the tears into a tiny flask, orders a fine chain to the silversmith and gives it to the paladin, so he'll always remember that is at least one person in the world who is alive only because he was there. Then, when the paladin needs it the most, the tears of gratitude save his bacon (he automatically stabilizes the next time he's at negative hit points, when he remembers the words of gratitude of the peasant and gets up 'cause "he's not ready to give up the fight").
DungeonmasterCal
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Klaus said:
Very nice. *tips hat*
Tinner
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Commoners give common gifts.
Just because this paladin is high level doesn't mean he no longer needs common things. He still eats, sleeps, bathes, has dirty clothes, etc.
I guess we need to know who this commoner is? Is she a peasant farmer? Then a home cooked meal might be appropriate, as well as some fresh provisions, or even a pack animal. A mule isn't exactly a noble steed, but it has a strong back and can carry loot back to the temple.
Or mabe your commoner is a seamstress. Surely this paladin has torn and bloodstained clothing that needs mended? After days of travel, his garb must be covered in road dust. Clean clothes, new socks and undergarments are practical for everyone, and would be much appreciated IMO.
If this commoner actually runs a tavern or inn, then she's sure to have some hard to find foodstuffs. Maybe a piece of citrus fruit, or some fine sugar she can make an elaborate dessert with. Maybe some period inspired handicrafts? A clove pomander to keep foul odors away from his pack. Some home-made cake soap? Cleanliness is next to godliness after all.
If this peasant has some woodworking skill then perhaps a gift to the temple might be appropriate. A carved wooden altar, or kneeler, or even a simple devotional item, or holy symbol.
Maybe the commoner offers to clear a patch of land, and establish a small roadside shrine to the paladin's patron? Or the land is given to the temple to provide for the brother's needs?
Think about the phrase "killing the fatted calf" whatever the commoner has that is best will be served up to this noble champion. And, as a LG holy warrior, he should thankfully accept it in the same spirit it is offered.
And just becase he's rich, magical and mighty doesn't mean he's forgoten the simple pleasures of a full belly, clean clothes and a good night's sleep.
Just because this paladin is high level doesn't mean he no longer needs common things. He still eats, sleeps, bathes, has dirty clothes, etc.
I guess we need to know who this commoner is? Is she a peasant farmer? Then a home cooked meal might be appropriate, as well as some fresh provisions, or even a pack animal. A mule isn't exactly a noble steed, but it has a strong back and can carry loot back to the temple.
Or mabe your commoner is a seamstress. Surely this paladin has torn and bloodstained clothing that needs mended? After days of travel, his garb must be covered in road dust. Clean clothes, new socks and undergarments are practical for everyone, and would be much appreciated IMO.
If this commoner actually runs a tavern or inn, then she's sure to have some hard to find foodstuffs. Maybe a piece of citrus fruit, or some fine sugar she can make an elaborate dessert with. Maybe some period inspired handicrafts? A clove pomander to keep foul odors away from his pack. Some home-made cake soap? Cleanliness is next to godliness after all.
If this peasant has some woodworking skill then perhaps a gift to the temple might be appropriate. A carved wooden altar, or kneeler, or even a simple devotional item, or holy symbol.
Maybe the commoner offers to clear a patch of land, and establish a small roadside shrine to the paladin's patron? Or the land is given to the temple to provide for the brother's needs?
Think about the phrase "killing the fatted calf" whatever the commoner has that is best will be served up to this noble champion. And, as a LG holy warrior, he should thankfully accept it in the same spirit it is offered.
And just becase he's rich, magical and mighty doesn't mean he's forgoten the simple pleasures of a full belly, clean clothes and a good night's sleep.
Her.
This way she thanks the paladin, and has his children so they can carry on his work.
(It also broadens and deepens the local gene pool, but she won't be thinking of that.
)
This way she thanks the paladin, and has his children so they can carry on his work.
(It also broadens and deepens the local gene pool, but she won't be thinking of that.
)
Beale Knight
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alsih2o said:
Homemade pie/cake/muffins/beer
A handknitted sweater/hat/scarf/mittins/leg warmers with love in every stitch
Etc
Basicly anything handmade that, while not expensive in coin, was expensive in time and effort. While the paladin might or might not need/want it (or even might privately think it's the ugliest thing he's ever laid eyes on) he would certainly be able to apprecieate what it represents - the commoner is grateful and did something that cost him to express it.
Byrons_Ghost
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Isn't there already a thread about paladins having sex? I'm betting Alish wishes he'd invented Johann the old man commoner instead. 
Anyhow, most of the basic ideas have already been covered I think. One possibility is information, if the paladin's new to the area the girl might have some local lore he doesn't know about. Especially if it relates to an extended quest he's been on or something:
"You mean the Might Seat of the Dwarves is in the next forest over? We spent two years exploring the entire mountain range looking for that thing!"
Another idea (and this isn't immediately what you're looking for) is to have people that the PCs help come back and help them when the party is in need. IMC, for example, early on the party had liberated a great number of slaves from a mad wizard (Skarda's Mirror- I love that module). A couple of years later, some party members were beat up and on the run from some BBEGs, and they were given shelter by some local farmers who were former prisoners and remembered what the heroes had done- even though there was no way the PCs could ever have picked these guys out of a crowd.
But, if you want an immediate payoff, heartfelt crafted stuff is definately the way to go. You could always work it into the campaign later, in a symbolic but non-mechanical sort of way, such as they party must show a gift of gratitude to pass a guardian sphinx, or something like that.
Anyhow, most of the basic ideas have already been covered I think. One possibility is information, if the paladin's new to the area the girl might have some local lore he doesn't know about. Especially if it relates to an extended quest he's been on or something:
"You mean the Might Seat of the Dwarves is in the next forest over? We spent two years exploring the entire mountain range looking for that thing!"
Another idea (and this isn't immediately what you're looking for) is to have people that the PCs help come back and help them when the party is in need. IMC, for example, early on the party had liberated a great number of slaves from a mad wizard (Skarda's Mirror- I love that module). A couple of years later, some party members were beat up and on the run from some BBEGs, and they were given shelter by some local farmers who were former prisoners and remembered what the heroes had done- even though there was no way the PCs could ever have picked these guys out of a crowd.
But, if you want an immediate payoff, heartfelt crafted stuff is definately the way to go. You could always work it into the campaign later, in a symbolic but non-mechanical sort of way, such as they party must show a gift of gratitude to pass a guardian sphinx, or something like that.
