D&D 5e: Sands of Mystery (Mid Level)

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Jul 15, 2019 2:05 pm
Hello GPers! Have you dreamed of plundering old sandy tombs? Does the idea of bartering with a djinn for unlimited cosmic power strike your fancy? Then you may be in luck!

Your renowned heroes have been sought out by one Seebo "Patches" Ningel, a gnomish engineer that is known to be somewhat of a scoundrel. Strange events have unfolded and his he has learned of a mysterious island that has appeared in the middle of the Great Sea. A sweeping desert with sun-bleached mountains, ruined temples, magical secrets, and enough wealth to buy kingdoms are rumored to be available for any that can secure them. Patches has devised an airship that will carry you to the mysterious island, but he needs your assistance in delving into the secrets the desert holds, to the tune of a 50/50 split of all profits from the expedition.

But know that you are not alone. Several other bands of adventurers have been contracted by other interested parties and are looking to profit from this knowledge as well.

TL;DR: Explore a mysterious desert island to try and become filthy rich.

We will be starting at 8th level, using WOTC published materials only (excluding Ravnica and Eberron content). I would like 4-5 players to start.

If you are interested, please reply here with one or two character concepts you'd like to play. Please note that your characters MUST have a reason to accept Seebo's offer as play will start with your crew already en route to the location. The 50/50 deal is after your group negotiated with him.
Jul 15, 2019 2:36 pm
How about a Dwarven soldier. He is war magic wizard, and desperately needs funds to get home
Jul 15, 2019 4:00 pm
Coin the Kobold Thief, he is looking for riches to appease a red dragon that has taken over his people.
Jul 15, 2019 4:42 pm
Severn the human Wizard. Focuses purely on skills it takes to be a great defensive wizard, in order to become very best Wizard in the Kingdom, in order to prove to his family (an extremely well respected family who have been part of the royal Martial guilds for generations) who cast him out that magic is not for the weak and worthless.
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Jul 15, 2019 6:52 pm
How about a Tabaxi bard (college of swords)/rogue?

Was an ayocote in church doing musical playing and sentry work, but later left became a master of weapons and now interested in tombs. Like a good Tabaxi, changes his goals often.
Last edited July 16, 2019 12:25 am
Jul 15, 2019 8:43 pm
I would be up for a Human Monk, traveling the world to find the greatest challenges he can.. and best them!
Jul 16, 2019 2:04 pm
Looks like you might be full but if a slot opens I’d like to try filling it.

Life cleric/Celestial warlock half elf.
My patron has long watched over my family and has been both my family’s protector and source of worship for generations. Legends in my clan have told of a mysterious land of endless sand surrounded by vast seas in which are ancient ruins and temples to the gods of old. My patron has tasked me with journeying to this mysterious island to retrieve an artifact that was lost there generations before when the land vanished without a trace, taking with it one of my clans elders. My patron has been waiting for the land to reappear so as to retrieve said heirloom and return it to my clans safekeeping.
He directed me to find the one who can gain me entrance to this land. (Seebo)
OOC:
I used to know how to post an image here, but either I forgot how or the method was changed. When I try clicking the image button next to the color eye dropper button it pops up a URL box. I paste the url of the image from safari and then submit the post. When I check my post there is no image. Am I doing it wrong? How else would I do it? I use my iPad for GP.
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Jul 16, 2019 8:33 pm
I'm not necessarily going to be doing a FIFO selection for this, and I like most of the ideas pitched so far. One thing to remember for those looking to raise money to return home or something, remember that you are starting out as being pretty established adventurers with a bit of wealth to your name. Plan is ~500 GP or so, in addition to some magical stuff and standard starting equipment. Keep that in mind as you mull.

I'll likely leave this another day or so, and then figure out who's gettin' sandy.
Jul 16, 2019 8:41 pm
FIFO? First in, first out?

My dwarf is still going to need funds, getting home... in style... on the back of his personal golem. They are expensive you know... ;)

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f0/14/44/f01444630de6007493d24dd3f6827d28.jpg
Jul 16, 2019 8:52 pm
COMPLETELY fair Rune, lol. :)
Jul 17, 2019 8:18 am
I'm going to pretend that he has Manual of golems and have to gather the 80.000gp for a Stone Golem
Last edited July 17, 2019 10:17 am
Jul 17, 2019 1:02 pm
This is kinda what I am thinking for my Monk.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3a/9e/cd/3a9ecdc4c195e5719e88a59866c5c1d0.png
Jul 17, 2019 1:40 pm
OK, I've gone ahead and set up the forums. I'm happy to invite Runekyndig, Silent, Neurozombie, and Silver.hawk to the sandy adventure!
Jul 17, 2019 1:51 pm
Thx! I’ll try to finish my char sheet over this wkend.
Jul 17, 2019 1:55 pm
I’m interested if you have room.

Tiefling Warlock looking to seek a way to keep his power but sever his ties to the source of his power.

Tabaxi Rogue who just wants to collect shiny things.
Jul 18, 2019 1:56 am
I’d like to play a human Barbarian who is looking for riches to fill the gaping hole in his soul from losing the one person he ever loved

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