Feb 1, 2022 9:59 am
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Feb 2, 2022 3:35 am
Just read your house rule on magic. I am not interested in playtesting such a system so if that is an integral part of your homebrew, I will withdraw and wish you luck with the game.
Feb 2, 2022 5:15 am
Questions about house rules:
How paladin divine smite will work if there are no spell slots?
Could I cast out of combat endlessly until satisfied? Spells such as cure wounds, false life, all sorts summoning spells, etc?
When summon or druid wild shape - will we use phb monster stats or your homebrew
How paladin divine smite will work if there are no spell slots?
Could I cast out of combat endlessly until satisfied? Spells such as cure wounds, false life, all sorts summoning spells, etc?
When summon or druid wild shape - will we use phb monster stats or your homebrew
Feb 2, 2022 5:25 am
We'll be just using the Spell Points from the DMG, as Verrain has protested against the rule I found via an article. If we were still using it, you would still roll outside of combat. As far as animals go, you'll still use those found in the books. The custom stuff only differs a bit from the normal.
Feb 2, 2022 7:00 am
KirinOfDarkness says:
What page is the spell points on in the DMG? I can't find it lol
Feb 2, 2022 8:36 am
Actually I have one decision to make: do you mind if I play a druid , Circle of the Shepherd, that heavily rely on summoning/conjuration spells?
I avoid playing such PC in online/irl games as it slows down combat. In PBP it could add extra work for DM to manage i.e. "Eight beasts of challenge rating 1/4 or lower" on top of everything else.
Another subclass i would like to play is start and I would max summon single creature (Summon beast or summon elemental), but having spell points you may not like following sublass feature:
"You can cast guiding bolt without expending a spell slot. You can do so a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest."
Would this feature work like "without spending spell points" ? Would it fail your purpose of making spell resource management simpler?
I avoid playing such PC in online/irl games as it slows down combat. In PBP it could add extra work for DM to manage i.e. "Eight beasts of challenge rating 1/4 or lower" on top of everything else.
Another subclass i would like to play is start and I would max summon single creature (Summon beast or summon elemental), but having spell points you may not like following sublass feature:
"You can cast guiding bolt without expending a spell slot. You can do so a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest."
Would this feature work like "without spending spell points" ? Would it fail your purpose of making spell resource management simpler?
Feb 2, 2022 10:22 am
runekyndig says:
If/when we get into combat, do we use theater of mind or battle map?That said, I do need to brush up on OTFBM.
GreyWord says:
Actually I have one decision to make: do you mind if I play a druid , Circle of the Shepherd, that heavily rely on summoning/conjuration spells? I avoid playing such PC in online/irl games as it slows down combat. In PBP it could add extra work for DM to manage i.e. "Eight beasts of challenge rating 1/4 or lower" on top of everything else.
Another subclass i would like to play is start and I would max summon single creature (Summon beast or summon elemental), but having spell points you may not like following sublass feature:
"You can cast guiding bolt without expending a spell slot. You can do so a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest."
Would this feature work like "without spending spell points" ? Would it fail your purpose of making spell resource management simpler?
Feb 2, 2022 12:30 pm
GreyWord says:
Actually I have one decision to make: do you mind if I play a druid , Circle of the Shepherd, that heavily rely on summoning/conjuration spells? I avoid playing such PC in online/irl games as it slows down combat. In PBP it could add extra work for DM to manage i.e. "Eight beasts of challenge rating 1/4 or lower" on top of everything else.
I'm also a firm believer in rolling unmodded saves for the monsters when I cast a spell that calls for a save. Let's say I cast Hold Person on an enemy. Then I roll unmodded saves and informs of the DC. Then all the GM have to add is the monsters modifiers to see if it passes or not. I can even narrate the result if its a clear pass or a clear fail. If the die roll and the DC are just 4-5 points apart, then leave it for the GM to interpret
Feb 2, 2022 12:58 pm
Well, I mean I've seen DMs who want to double check or even be in control of HP, AC and conditions for my PC and my minions.
Also - if we would have battle map instead of TotM then moving my summonings around the map
But even with TotM and player managing their minion status I still see a burden, because:
I will use my minions to surround enemies and either block them from moving or have each minion to opportunity attack them... it could become messy. Probably. Actually I have no idea, I was just afraid it could be a problem
If DM is fine with minion swarm, then I'm happy to play Shepherd.
Also - if we would have battle map instead of TotM then moving my summonings around the map
But even with TotM and player managing their minion status I still see a burden, because:
I will use my minions to surround enemies and either block them from moving or have each minion to opportunity attack them... it could become messy. Probably. Actually I have no idea, I was just afraid it could be a problem
If DM is fine with minion swarm, then I'm happy to play Shepherd.
Feb 2, 2022 5:34 pm
Similar question, I am considering playing a goblin. How are goblins considered in your setting?
Feb 2, 2022 7:17 pm
Oh wow, I just realized I forgot to add a few races... After going down a list too :p Yeah, tieflings are around in the world.
In terms of goblins, you've got some that are still roaming around like bandits, but there's a good count that have decided to make peace with humanoids.
As a bit of errata since I forgot a few races:
Satyr
Tabaxi
Tortle
Warforged
In terms of goblins, you've got some that are still roaming around like bandits, but there's a good count that have decided to make peace with humanoids.
As a bit of errata since I forgot a few races:
Satyr
Tabaxi
Tortle
Warforged
Feb 2, 2022 7:35 pm
What is the history with the Warforged?
How made them? Why? What was their purpose? Is that purpose still valid?
I have a soft spot for the warforged and their upcoming smaller cousin the Autognome Easy read, full UA link
How made them? Why? What was their purpose? Is that purpose still valid?
I have a soft spot for the warforged and their upcoming smaller cousin the Autognome Easy read, full UA link
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Feb 2, 2022 8:21 pm
It's a bit in the early stages with my world, but, the warforged were discovered inside of curious, ancient ruins that seemingly randomly spring from the ground and lead down below. Some were inactive, and those that weren't, were either hostile, trying to protect something inside, or friendly. Any warforged found in the world are likely to be one of the friendlier type. Though, there are a few that were made recently, in an attempt to understand their workings. If they were made recently, they have a high chance of coming from the floating mage island of Mistral City.
Feb 2, 2022 8:45 pm
I am now seriously considering a warforged/autognome in white ceramics just like the Alita Battle Angle "Doll" body
She would definitely be girl sized with every problem that entails. A very small medium warforged or an autognome if you don't judge that one to powerful.
There is beautiful artwork here and a
wonderfull animation
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She would definitely be girl sized with every problem that entails. A very small medium warforged or an autognome if you don't judge that one to powerful.
There is beautiful artwork here and a
wonderfull animation
The rest of that gallery
The rest of the next gallery
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Feb 2, 2022 9:49 pm
Would the UA slime race be acceptable? If not no big deal, I can wait till it's official lol. If acceptable it would be a dragon origin sorcerer. I find the idea of a slime with dragon ancestry somewhat amusing.
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Feb 2, 2022 11:07 pm
AbbyssalChimera says:
Unfortunately, I will have to say no to the slime.Feb 2, 2022 11:23 pm
So regarding Magic Points, will warlocks still be using their regular spell slots? The DMG doesn't mention them so I assume that they have their slots as normal. Just want to make sure this is the case in this game.
Feb 3, 2022 12:06 am
I was also going to bring up that warlock situation. I'm fine using regular spell slots.
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Feb 3, 2022 1:11 am
Actually, that'd probably be simple. Since warlocks cast at their highest slot level, all point cost would be that of such. Since normal casters have 44 points at 8th level, and it costs 6 points to cast a 4th level spell, you'd be casting up to seven 4th level spells, rounded down. I'd say that any remaining points would then go to the next highest available level if they cannot be used for the highest known.
Which, after running the math real quick, leaves the use of one 1st level.
Which, after running the math real quick, leaves the use of one 1st level.
Feb 3, 2022 1:36 am
On closer inspection, it might be best to keep warlocks on their spell slots, as the points, as I could've sworn, do not include warlocks due to them casting at max, resting, invocations, etc.
Feb 3, 2022 2:34 am
AbbyssalChimera says:
On closer inspection, it might be best to keep warlocks on their spell slots, as the points, as I could've sworn, do not include warlocks due to them casting at max, resting, invocations, etc.Feb 5, 2022 11:14 pm
What's your policy on custom spells? I basically want to change the element of two existing spells. I can do this with Metamagic but if I can just alter the elements I can chose a different metamagic instead
Feb 6, 2022 6:26 am
If you can do it with metamagics then that is how you do it. Reflavoring the effects to fit your concept is fine. Like an earth Mage who misty steps in a dustdevil instead of mist. But changing the element, fire to cold, for instance, alters the game balance in regards to monster resistances. You can do it with feats and metamagics, so it should not be free
That's my thoughts anyway
That's my thoughts anyway
Feb 6, 2022 10:03 pm
For now, I'd like to keep spells as they are, so runekyndig's suggestion for flavor text will be the best bet.
Sorry for the silence btw. Needed a mental recharge. The first seven days of February are a bit fraught with sadness due to two birthdays. I'll look over everyone's characters later tonight when I have the time. The game will start in earnest next weekend.
Sorry for the silence btw. Needed a mental recharge. The first seven days of February are a bit fraught with sadness due to two birthdays. I'll look over everyone's characters later tonight when I have the time. The game will start in earnest next weekend.
Feb 9, 2022 1:07 pm
Are people ready to introduce their character?
If we have worked a mission together, what was it. From the gear I kind of assume it was something to do with a dwarven brewery. Does our GM have a plan for the brewery mission, or can we each tell something good and something not-so-good that our character did on that mission?
If we have worked a mission together, what was it. From the gear I kind of assume it was something to do with a dwarven brewery. Does our GM have a plan for the brewery mission, or can we each tell something good and something not-so-good that our character did on that mission?
Feb 9, 2022 8:16 pm
I am clear about my PC personality and values. As for her worldview and deeds - it depends on the world and the entities living in that world and values that those entities bear...
well just a fancy way to say I am to ready to say what my PC have or have not done in the world before I know anything about the world. I consider one of the most important aspects of druid - define the greater purpose she she is in this world for.
Meanwhile: My druid will not be disconnected from society, she is very much social, but she see herself more like wilderness emissary among humanoids. She is actively seeking those who threaten wild places and could be could be wrathful towards them.
well just a fancy way to say I am to ready to say what my PC have or have not done in the world before I know anything about the world. I consider one of the most important aspects of druid - define the greater purpose she she is in this world for.
Meanwhile: My druid will not be disconnected from society, she is very much social, but she see herself more like wilderness emissary among humanoids. She is actively seeking those who threaten wild places and could be could be wrathful towards them.
Feb 9, 2022 10:31 pm
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The amount of money reflects a reward given to the group by one of the Drakse burgermeisters after helping to foil a terrible raid on their city during Getränkefest, a much loved festival of drinks. In addition to the monetary rewards, they also gave the party the following items:As far as the world goes, it is good for the most part, but still dangerous and tainted. The wild world is all about and most try to respect it in Imprei and Dräkse after a pact with the elves and other spirits that reside there. Druid circles are, interestingly, few and far outside of the northern forest peninsula in Imprei's borders.
Feb 10, 2022 7:29 am
I've just realised I missed the fact that money is not something we have accumulated through adventuring (which should have ben quite a lot for lvl 8), but as a one time reward for saving a city. I would - if DM allows it - say that my druid distribute some of my gold reward among other team members. I only take 250 gp and other 500 are split: additional 125 go each. Could I do so and remove the other items I've just gathered and stay with starting gear + Summon Beast material component.
I would announce my PC, being a druid, didn't protect the city on the purpose (or maybe she were seeking to eliminate those riders who did something unforgivable to wild animals). For that reason she didn't felt earned the reward, but accepted 200 gp because that was the cost of spell material she were looking for. That would make whole more sense for a druid
I would announce my PC, being a druid, didn't protect the city on the purpose (or maybe she were seeking to eliminate those riders who did something unforgivable to wild animals). For that reason she didn't felt earned the reward, but accepted 200 gp because that was the cost of spell material she were looking for. That would make whole more sense for a druid
Feb 10, 2022 7:33 am
An interesting way to go. I don't see any reason to deny that, but the extra money may not be used to buy any further magic items.
Feb 10, 2022 7:48 am
Deal, I will gift the money to party in the story thread (that will be a nice character intro twist) but will keep on my PC for purpose of character creation.
Feb 10, 2022 9:05 am
GreyWord says:
Meanwhile: My druid will not be disconnected from society, she is very much social, but she see herself more like wilderness emissary among humanoids. She is actively seeking those who threaten wild places and could be could be wrathful towards them.
Feb 10, 2022 5:42 pm
Judea arrived at the city during Getränkefest, just moments before the raid began. She looks to be a small petite girl, with very big eyes, hiding her features in her cloak. A raiders axe was just about the fall on an exquisite sculpture when her sword caught the axe.
She dropped her cloak at danced through the raid with sword and spell. Her mechanical body, with beautiful decorations, was live and fluid, but merciless. (That was the good thing)
This emissary of the warforged, has a hight disadvantage, and that meant that she could not see the kobolt and gobling defending some civilians behind a table, laden with beer and sausages. When her thunder wave spell toppled a raider, it also send beer and meat products raining down over her follow defenders (that was the not-so-good thing)
She dropped her cloak at danced through the raid with sword and spell. Her mechanical body, with beautiful decorations, was live and fluid, but merciless. (That was the good thing)
This emissary of the warforged, has a hight disadvantage, and that meant that she could not see the kobolt and gobling defending some civilians behind a table, laden with beer and sausages. When her thunder wave spell toppled a raider, it also send beer and meat products raining down over her follow defenders (that was the not-so-good thing)
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Feb 10, 2022 6:14 pm
So fellow goblinoids, do we want to have been adventuring together prior to the beer festival incident? I would like a link to at least one of you if possible.
Feb 10, 2022 7:13 pm
Do I count as a goblinoid? If so I dont mind being a companion prior to the Dwarven festival. I know goblin too.
Feb 10, 2022 9:09 pm
KirinOfDarkness says:
Do I count as a goblinoid? If so I dont mind being a companion prior to the Dwarven festival. I know goblin too.Feb 10, 2022 9:59 pm
I have problems imagining my PC "adventuring" for the stake of adventuring, but she just have a talent to get involved in all sorts of dangerous undertakings. I would like to assume our paths crossed and we happened to fight side by side. Getränkefest is where we meet again.
Feb 10, 2022 10:56 pm
There were two funny thoughts that occured to me recently.
1) Not a single person in the party is a martial class; you're all spellcasters with 3 arcane and 2 divine
2) Three of you are of the smaller races while the others are nearer to normal heights.
Oh the motley crew I'm playing with XD
On that note, depending on how I'm feeling, I may make the intro post in a bit tonight, if not while I'm waiting at the Mechanic's to look at my car. I'm annoyed my thought juices haven't brought me more for my worldbuilding, but alas, it's better to stew some meat rather than fry it, to get the tender bite.
I definitely want to thank you all for playing and helping me with my world.
1) Not a single person in the party is a martial class; you're all spellcasters with 3 arcane and 2 divine
2) Three of you are of the smaller races while the others are nearer to normal heights.
Oh the motley crew I'm playing with XD
On that note, depending on how I'm feeling, I may make the intro post in a bit tonight, if not while I'm waiting at the Mechanic's to look at my car. I'm annoyed my thought juices haven't brought me more for my worldbuilding, but alas, it's better to stew some meat rather than fry it, to get the tender bite.
I definitely want to thank you all for playing and helping me with my world.
Feb 11, 2022 4:26 am
AbbyssalChimera says:
The amount of money reflects a reward given to the group by one of the Drakse burgermeisters after helping to foil a terrible raid on their city during Getränkefest, a much loved festival of drinks.But in regards to the rewards, the amulet and alchemy jug were to be a grand prize in the festival's drinking contest. Seeing as how you saved it, everyone votes for the party to take it in thanks and appreciation.
As far as the world goes, it is good for the most part, but still dangerous and tainted. The wild world is all about and most try to respect it in Imprei and Dräkse after a pact with the elves and other spirits that reside there. Druid circles are, interestingly, few and far outside of the northern forest peninsula in Imprei's borders.
"Run, dogs, or burn in the light of my Empyrean lord, Tantalus Hyperuranus!"
Talyn shouted similar things as the fight progressed like he was reciting a script... and he was. When he'd been recruited into the Empyrean's Praetorians down in the Underdark, the fallen godling who ran the adventuring company promised him ever-increasing power so long as he spread the name and goodness of Tantalus Hyperuranus far and wide. Little did Talyn know that would involve doing mostly good works in his patron's name, much less that it would lead him to the surface. Yet here he was: a Drow ironically brimming with light and fire doing good deeds to help a spoiled godchild get back into the good books of its celestial parents.
A wall of fire surrounded and roasted another dozen invaders alive.
Talyn didn't mind helping others. He even found it enjoyable considering how thankful and generous those he helped usually were. The others who stepped up to drive back the horde were an odd mix but Talyn knew to take assistance when it appeared. He wondered how the city officials and citizens would react to being helped by such beings but his experience in the place so far told him that rich rewards lay in their future. He didn't even mind when the automaton rained meat and beer down over him as it took out a raider. The fight didn't last long after that.
While later accepting the city's thanks and tokens of appreciation in the main square, Talyn again briefly spoke to the assembled throng about the beneficence of his patron without whose power and grace he could not have helped those who fought beside him save the city. This motley band might be useful to him if they stayed together for a while, Talyn thought.
Feb 11, 2022 8:31 am
@DM, I assume this is most probably irrelevant, but I would feel more comfortable describing my PC action if I could understand the details of what is around at the range of sight. I don't need a map, answer to those questions would be enough:
1. Approximately how big the caravan is (few wagons, 10 of them, half-hundred, more? )
2. How far are we from the lead wagon ? Either in number of wagons or in feets
3. Vision and Light (in DnD terms) - how does " the rising autumnal sun" translates : is it bright light/ dim light/darkness at the moment
4. Are there forest, bushes or other means to hide to left and right of the caravan?
1. Approximately how big the caravan is (few wagons, 10 of them, half-hundred, more? )
2. How far are we from the lead wagon ? Either in number of wagons or in feets
3. Vision and Light (in DnD terms) - how does " the rising autumnal sun" translates : is it bright light/ dim light/darkness at the moment
4. Are there forest, bushes or other means to hide to left and right of the caravan?
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Feb 11, 2022 8:48 am
1. A few wagons, approximately 4-5
2. 1 wagon, you were riding in the second. The other 2-3 are for goods
3. It's a sunny afternoon with very few clouds
4. None. You're on a dirt lane with open fields to the sides
2. 1 wagon, you were riding in the second. The other 2-3 are for goods
3. It's a sunny afternoon with very few clouds
4. None. You're on a dirt lane with open fields to the sides
Feb 12, 2022 9:20 am
I have a question about player initiated history, religion, arcana checks. Could I just roll it and ask what my PC remember about X even in a middle of the combat or recalling knowledge is some active activity that takes time and I need to physically interact with objectI try to recall information about? i.e. should I describe action that would allow my PC to recall something?
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As a player I know that undead in 5e "dead creatures magically returned to life"
However I've played homebrew game where DM invented a disease that turned live creature into a zombie within 24 hours and once turned into zombie it could infest further. However in that game it was part of common knowledge - naturally such zombies caused pandemic in the past and required church and paladins to eliminate.
So I am more than happy that undead in a DnD game is not what I'm used them to be un DnD, but I just want to understand how to properly distinguish between my player knowledge and PC knowledge.
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Undead were once-living creatures that had been animated by spiritual or supernatural forcesSo I am more than happy that undead in a DnD game is not what I'm used them to be un DnD, but I just want to understand how to properly distinguish between my player knowledge and PC knowledge.
Feb 14, 2022 9:37 pm
For recalling knowledge, I'm fine with it just being more of an instantaneous action rather than requiring anything from your actual turn.
Mar 3, 2022 4:50 am
Putting this here just as a heads up for the coming weeks.
I'm currently in the process of getting my ex packed up and ready to move somewhere within the ball park of the middle of the month, so roughly 2 weeks-ish. There's been plenty of stress about it that I rarely get the rest I need over the weekends or even the work nights. The stress has kept my mind in a bit of a stunted state in regards to creativity and actual enjoyment. Having chronic depression on top of that doesn't make it any better either.
I've been trying to rest on posting, as in not forcing myself to post to get it up rather than giving a post that actually gets across what it should: an adventure for the mind. The stress gad already affected some of my posts as I had forgotten multiple things that I had thought I included.
In short, I'm just putting myself on a reduced posting rate to easy my worries and save myself from burning out ere long. I'll likely have an actual post for the game up tomorrow night/Friday morning.
I'm currently in the process of getting my ex packed up and ready to move somewhere within the ball park of the middle of the month, so roughly 2 weeks-ish. There's been plenty of stress about it that I rarely get the rest I need over the weekends or even the work nights. The stress has kept my mind in a bit of a stunted state in regards to creativity and actual enjoyment. Having chronic depression on top of that doesn't make it any better either.
I've been trying to rest on posting, as in not forcing myself to post to get it up rather than giving a post that actually gets across what it should: an adventure for the mind. The stress gad already affected some of my posts as I had forgotten multiple things that I had thought I included.
In short, I'm just putting myself on a reduced posting rate to easy my worries and save myself from burning out ere long. I'll likely have an actual post for the game up tomorrow night/Friday morning.
Mar 3, 2022 7:56 am
Thanks for letting us know. Take care of yourself.
Games are for fun, never an obligation
Games are for fun, never an obligation
Mar 7, 2022 11:24 pm
Thanks. I'm just annoyed that it's come up so shortly after the start of the game. At least I should have peace of mind to post tonight and further along the week. I'll read up on what's taken place and move us along later tonight.
Mar 7, 2022 11:44 pm
I know how you feel. When I found out I was losing my job to outsourcing again for the 2nd time in October 2021 I had to leave all my games I was in. The anxiety of trying to keep up with the post and everything was too much.
Mar 23, 2022 6:24 am
Hey @AbbyssalChimera how are you feeling? Should we restart this game or call it quits?
Mar 23, 2022 9:00 pm
I'm feeling much better, thanks for asking! Though, I'll admit, still fogged mentally. Not having my meds for a few days certainly didn't help >.>
But yeah, we'll be back on soon-ish. Just taking a few days to try and get things straight. I'll make some static maps to help give a better idea of the fields you're seeing. Also, I'll likely change up a few things - mostly in terms of combat. Nothing major, just some things for clarification and transparency.
I should have a proper post up during the weekend, Friday being the earliest.
But yeah, we'll be back on soon-ish. Just taking a few days to try and get things straight. I'll make some static maps to help give a better idea of the fields you're seeing. Also, I'll likely change up a few things - mostly in terms of combat. Nothing major, just some things for clarification and transparency.
I should have a proper post up during the weekend, Friday being the earliest.
Mar 24, 2022 5:06 am
I'm glad to hear that.
I'm in a awkward position now. Last night a game popped up, that I joined to play out the Judea character concept.
I have to figure out if I'm going to play the same concept in two games or drop out of one of the games
I'm in a awkward position now. Last night a game popped up, that I joined to play out the Judea character concept.
I have to figure out if I'm going to play the same concept in two games or drop out of one of the games
Mar 24, 2022 5:14 pm
AbbyssalChimera says:
Well, if you want to change your character here, you're welcome to do so.Mar 25, 2022 8:30 pm
AbbyssalChimera says:
I'm feeling much better, thanks for asking! Though, I'll admit, still fogged mentally. Not having my meds for a few days certainly didn't help >.>But yeah, we'll be back on soon-ish. Just taking a few days to try and get things straight. I'll make some static maps to help give a better idea of the fields you're seeing. Also, I'll likely change up a few things - mostly in terms of combat. Nothing major, just some things for clarification and transparency.
I should have a proper post up during the weekend, Friday being the earliest.
Mar 28, 2022 9:09 pm
Might take a bit longer than expected. Work has me back on a 12 hour workday schedule, so I probably can't hop onto my PC until Friday. Though, I might just get the game restarted soon without them. Tonight being that night is up in the air since I'm expected to be pretty busy with another duty that I loath instead of the one that gives me the time I need.
Apr 5, 2022 5:04 am
two questions about the world/ rules
1. Does this apply.:
A spell scroll bears the words of a single spell, written in a mystical cipher. If the spell is on your classâs spell list, you can read the scroll and cast its spell without providing any material components. Otherwise, the scroll is unintelligible.
2. my understanding of undead and not just dnd rules is that only a dead creature could turn into undead. that means someone should have killed all the sheeps before reading the scroll.
Probably magic works differently in your world for boy to be telling the truth?
1. Does this apply.:
A spell scroll bears the words of a single spell, written in a mystical cipher. If the spell is on your classâs spell list, you can read the scroll and cast its spell without providing any material components. Otherwise, the scroll is unintelligible.
2. my understanding of undead and not just dnd rules is that only a dead creature could turn into undead. that means someone should have killed all the sheeps before reading the scroll.
Probably magic works differently in your world for boy to be telling the truth?
Apr 5, 2022 6:22 am
It is not a scroll, it is a page from a spell book. Annex misspoke.
As far as undead go, I've heard of other things in d&d turning living things to undead without the prior having been previously alive.
As far as undead go, I've heard of other things in d&d turning living things to undead without the prior having been previously alive.
Apr 5, 2022 8:19 am
Please don't get me wrong. I do not want want to argue about logic or mechanics. I just want how would my PC see the events. I get answer that she should not be surprised about turning living creatures into undead by just reading words from the page.
I would also like to know should my PC think that it is possible magic effect did not require boy to be a spell caster and any commoner would do the same?
P.S. It is scary though that the BBEG will be able to turn our PCs into undead regardless of HP we have.
I would also like to know should my PC think that it is possible magic effect did not require boy to be a spell caster and any commoner would do the same?
P.S. It is scary though that the BBEG will be able to turn our PCs into undead regardless of HP we have.
Apr 5, 2022 8:27 am
I'm going to introduce a new character, should he have been there all along or should we write him in and Judea the warforged wizard out?
Apr 5, 2022 7:05 pm
GreyWord says:
Please don't get me wrong. I do not want want to argue about logic or mechanics. I just want how would my PC see the events. I get answer that she should not be surprised about turning living creatures into undead by just reading words from the page. I would also like to know should my PC think that it is possible magic effect did not require boy to be a spell caster and any commoner would do the same?
Also, how'd you read my notes!? Don't make me cast Modify Memory!
Apr 13, 2022 5:45 am
Q: How Detect Magic works in this world?
Do I read right that spell don't just detect "presence of magic", but is also able to see the past of magic used.
Are there any rules for how long and where does the aura manifest itself or is it "on DM discretion" ?
P.S. As an example of ruling I could share my homebrew rule I used in a one one-shot: aura stay for N hours where N is spell level and it stay on:
1. Spell target. If target is area then in the area.
2. On material component (or spell casting focus) or if there is no material component - on the spell caster on caster
But I have seen DMs who rule that aura could even stay on objects touched by spell affected creatures and such. That is also fine. I just want to believe that my PC who knows the spell since lvl 1 have learned by lvl 8 what could this spell learn about history of spell usage.
Do I read right that spell don't just detect "presence of magic", but is also able to see the past of magic used.
Are there any rules for how long and where does the aura manifest itself or is it "on DM discretion" ?
P.S. As an example of ruling I could share my homebrew rule I used in a one one-shot: aura stay for N hours where N is spell level and it stay on:
1. Spell target. If target is area then in the area.
2. On material component (or spell casting focus) or if there is no material component - on the spell caster on caster
But I have seen DMs who rule that aura could even stay on objects touched by spell affected creatures and such. That is also fine. I just want to believe that my PC who knows the spell since lvl 1 have learned by lvl 8 what could this spell learn about history of spell usage.
Apr 13, 2022 5:53 am
I've been of the mind to try and ignore the mechanics of spells for something that might move the story along so long as it is not totally out of the bounds. So yeah, DM's discretion fits the bill.
Apr 28, 2022 7:49 pm
AbbyssalChimera says:
healing magics do fall under the realm of necromancySo could you clarify please, is it the expected behaviour for detect magic to show necromancy aura on a healing potion, or does it mean that priest have a corrupted version ver healing potion?
Apr 28, 2022 10:38 pm
Oh wow, you're right on that. I was thinking of Pathfinder 2e where it's labeled necromancy. The potions would actually show more an aura for evocation. Thanks for catching that, Grey. Take a point of inspiration for pointing that out.
Apr 29, 2022 6:59 am
I have one more question about current game state, is this fair overview:
1. I've declared action for my PC next hour
2. Talyn, Leif and G'nark have discovered that detect magic is the silver bullet in the situation and are gathering more necromantic artefacts.
3. Varn - looks like the player have abandoned the game
Now I am waiting for Talyn, Leif and G'nark to decide on their PC next actions. Is that right? The last post is with "We need to find..." statement by PC, no actions taken.
1. I've declared action for my PC next hour
2. Talyn, Leif and G'nark have discovered that detect magic is the silver bullet in the situation and are gathering more necromantic artefacts.
3. Varn - looks like the player have abandoned the game
Now I am waiting for Talyn, Leif and G'nark to decide on their PC next actions. Is that right? The last post is with "We need to find..." statement by PC, no actions taken.
Apr 29, 2022 8:45 am
Looks like Kirin is just MIA from all. Says he was last seen around 11 days ago.
And yeah, I'm waiting on them to state their next move before moving things along.
And yeah, I'm waiting on them to state their next move before moving things along.
Apr 29, 2022 9:08 am
We have found now 3 dark items dropped by this individual. We can search around for more, but to my knowledge, the individual has left and non of us can track him.
The only thing we can do to advance this plot is to search the town for my items and then take them to a propper temple / mage to have the items neutralised.
These thoughts have Leif already shared. I don't know what else we can do at this moment
The only thing we can do to advance this plot is to search the town for my items and then take them to a propper temple / mage to have the items neutralised.
These thoughts have Leif already shared. I don't know what else we can do at this moment
Apr 29, 2022 9:36 am
can't it be that players are waiting on DM while DM waiting on players to post right now?
P.S. I have a feeling at least some of the items were not "dropped", but placed on a purpose.
P.S. I have a feeling at least some of the items were not "dropped", but placed on a purpose.
Apr 29, 2022 9:44 am
GreyWord says:
P.S. I have a feeling at least some of the items were not "dropped", but placed on a purpose.Apr 29, 2022 10:21 am
It was just a page from a spellbook. Annex was the only one to call it a scroll.
In any case, I'll move us along soon then
In any case, I'll move us along soon then
May 11, 2022 1:57 am
Just me. Had a bad depression spike last week, so finding motivation to do much was ungodly difficult. Feeling a lot better now though. I'm gonna get a post up later tonight once I get back home. I'd get it up at work, but my connection has been spotty lately and, on top of that, got busy work :p. Were it a normal week, I could've gotten a post up yesterday TuT
May 11, 2022 5:56 am
Depression sucks - I have been there, and did not enjoy it. But for me just knowing that you are battling depression changes my expectations of the game (Give the GM some more slack). Please tell us if my post was inappropriate or if it was a helpful nudge to get out of the funk
May 16, 2022 6:36 am
Clarification: prusx do not have a permanent familiar. Prusx could Ad Hoc summon a fay familiar to server them for a purpose, but they are only bound to be in this world for 4 hours. So she would normally have familiar during the day, but not during the night
[ +- ] Wild Companion
2nd-level druid feature
You gain the ability to summon a spirit that assumes an animal form: as an action, you can expend a use of your Wild Shape feature to cast the find familiar spell, without material components.
When you cast the spell in this way, the familiar is a fey instead of a beast, and the familiar disappears after a number of hours equal to half your druid level.
You gain the ability to summon a spirit that assumes an animal form: as an action, you can expend a use of your Wild Shape feature to cast the find familiar spell, without material components.
When you cast the spell in this way, the familiar is a fey instead of a beast, and the familiar disappears after a number of hours equal to half your druid level.
May 26, 2022 9:45 am
Distance calculation on grid - question
Hate to ask this technical question, but I believe it will significantly affect my next turn, so which of following methods do we use if any
Hate to ask this technical question, but I believe it will significantly affect my next turn, so which of following methods do we use if any
May 26, 2022 9:20 pm
Ahhhh, a very good question! There is the cone function that I used earlier if that might help with on the map visualization. If you'd like, I could copy the map over here so we can see what you want to do might look like.
What's the size of the cone you're looking for - 30?
What's the size of the cone you're looking for - 30?
May 27, 2022 8:23 am
I'm currently interested in movement and simple reach rules for my thorn whip cantrip that has 30 feet range.
Now My PC (green p) could obviously move to and reach with cantrip A and B
I've seen DMs who would allow reaching W, but I find it wrong
So the question is only about reaching C and D. i.e. are creatures C and D within 30 feet of creature p ? in this picture.
By the way, some math here - creature D is SQRT(25*25+15*15)=29.15 feet from p if me measure the direct line between two creatures. So both mathematically and based on DMG 252 D is within 30 feet. I just want to double check if DM is
Now My PC (green p) could obviously move to and reach with cantrip A and B
I've seen DMs who would allow reaching W, but I find it wrong
So the question is only about reaching C and D. i.e. are creatures C and D within 30 feet of creature p ? in this picture.
By the way, some math here - creature D is SQRT(25*25+15*15)=29.15 feet from p if me measure the direct line between two creatures. So both mathematically and based on DMG 252 D is within 30 feet. I just want to double check if DM is
May 28, 2022 2:32 am
Ahhhh, gotcha. Well then, let's put it to a vote to see how everyone feels.
Would it be preferred to stick to the RAW diagonals (5-10-5-10) OR should we go with each square being 5 ft no matter what? I've been moving my units on the basis of the RAW.
Would it be preferred to stick to the RAW diagonals (5-10-5-10) OR should we go with each square being 5 ft no matter what? I've been moving my units on the basis of the RAW.
May 28, 2022 5:48 am
annex says:
I'm for 5 ft no matter what. I've never used the RAW diagonals.May 28, 2022 6:11 am
I abstain.
I have played all 4 options (the 4th one is using actual ruler) and believe all have their drawbacks.
I only want the decision to be made.
I have played all 4 options (the 4th one is using actual ruler) and believe all have their drawbacks.
I only want the decision to be made.
Jun 1, 2022 2:18 pm
I'm really sorry, but I have made the decision to leave this game.I'm ready stay in the game until end of the current combat to prevent breaking combat balance (unless it will take another 2 weeks to finish second battle round).
[ +- ] Some of my excuses
Please, this is problem of my expectations, not the players or DM's problem. The game story and NPCs are brilliant and I would love to to play this game either online on IRL, but I've recently made a decision to leave PBP games I fail to feel engaged in. I've realised I'm addicted to be able to participate the DnD game story on regular basis. For variety of reasons (some being my own role-play choices and PC personality I have failed to involve my PC to my satisfaction and now we have the last 2 weeks with a single round of a combat encounter processed.. I'm burning out waiting for my PC next turn.
Jun 1, 2022 10:48 pm
I was just about to come in and post an update, but if you feel the need to leave, I'm not going to keep you back. I can just AI Prusx and send them their own way after the battle.
The update, on the other hand, is that I'll probably be unable to post until Friday. Work has kept be very busy, so I haven't had a good time to check any forums or threads.
To be safe though, if anyone else would like to bow out, you may.
The update, on the other hand, is that I'll probably be unable to post until Friday. Work has kept be very busy, so I haven't had a good time to check any forums or threads.
To be safe though, if anyone else would like to bow out, you may.
Jun 3, 2022 6:02 am
I'm still here, but I'm hoping for a little more consistent game pase - or a heads up when real life makes gaming inconvenient, so we know what to expect.
Jun 20, 2022 1:16 am
Okay, so here's the deal: I've decided to put this game on the back burner for a bit. It's not a matter of interest, it's more that I can feel myself burning out, not just from PBP, but other things in general. Plus, with one player dropping out and another that just fell off the world at some point, I know I'll need to grab some more people later on when I come back to the game. The mind can be pretty fickle with the small things.
I don't know how long I'll have the game in stasis - could be until the end of July, could be longer. What I do know is that I feel the want/need to rework stuff for my world, maybe even getting more set up for this game that I already have available. I'll definitely be setting up a discord server to serve as a "nexus" between all my games when I come back, that way I can find it easier to give updates for events, among other things.
I'll end off this post with a thanks to everyone still playing - thanks for sticking around, thanks for being understanding, and most importantly, thanks for playing.
If you feel like you might want to continue playing: please leave a message here. I'd imagine that with the game going quiet for a bit, everyone might wish to back out to keep your games list clean and without clutter. If you leave a message that you'd still might be interested in playing at a later point, I'll send out PMs to double-check and re-invite. We'd start just after the current battle with a recap and new goal.
Thanks again everyone. Happy gaming <3
I don't know how long I'll have the game in stasis - could be until the end of July, could be longer. What I do know is that I feel the want/need to rework stuff for my world, maybe even getting more set up for this game that I already have available. I'll definitely be setting up a discord server to serve as a "nexus" between all my games when I come back, that way I can find it easier to give updates for events, among other things.
I'll end off this post with a thanks to everyone still playing - thanks for sticking around, thanks for being understanding, and most importantly, thanks for playing.
If you feel like you might want to continue playing: please leave a message here. I'd imagine that with the game going quiet for a bit, everyone might wish to back out to keep your games list clean and without clutter. If you leave a message that you'd still might be interested in playing at a later point, I'll send out PMs to double-check and re-invite. We'd start just after the current battle with a recap and new goal.
Thanks again everyone. Happy gaming <3
Jun 20, 2022 1:42 am
I'm interested in continuing but I need to be sure you're able to continue the game at a regular pace if you do choose to start it again in the future. If not, that's OK. I just want to set realistic expectations.
Jun 20, 2022 2:23 am
I like my little goblin cleric. If you can commit to a regular schedule in future, I'll come back to play.
Jun 20, 2022 3:45 am
annex says:
I'm interested in continuing but I need to be sure you're able to continue the game at a regular pace if you do choose to start it again in the future. If not, that's OK. I just want to set realistic expectations.