Dec 9, 2023 7:54 pm
I'll go with the pregen swordmaster's apprentice.
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Dec 9, 2023 8:54 pm
So we have:
1) a local Criminal
2) a swordmaster apprentice
3) Mentat - Advisor/Warmaster - Strategist archetype
4) BG Sister Advisor, Empath archetype
Before we get too crunching those out, how do you see each other working as a cohesive unit?
1) a local Criminal
2) a swordmaster apprentice
3) Mentat - Advisor/Warmaster - Strategist archetype
4) BG Sister Advisor, Empath archetype
Before we get too crunching those out, how do you see each other working as a cohesive unit?
Dec 10, 2023 12:01 am
What I wrote further up and because of a criminal's stealth and danger sense, he would have the ability to blend into a crowd or move stealthily through a house, gathering information for those with ambitions. His ultimate goal is to run the underworld in Carthag which would have some obvious benefits to the group and his contacts could prove invaluable.
Dec 10, 2023 4:04 am
[ +- ] Dune 2d20
Create character
| Name | |
| House | |
| Role | |
| Faction | |
| Archetype | |
| Archetype Trait | |
| Personality Trait | |
| Ambition | |
| Personal Details |
| Drive | Statement | |
| DUTY | 4 | |
| FAITH | 4 | |
| JUSTICE | 4 | |
| POWER | 4 | |
| TRUTH | 4 | |
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| Skill | Focuses | |
| BATTLE | 4 | |
| COMMUNICATE | 5 | |
| DISCIPLINE | 6 | |
| MOVE | 7 | |
| UNDERSTAND | 8 |
Talents
Assets
Dice Pool Magic
You should be able to click the appropriate combination to add the Drive and Skill to the Roll Reason and the selected number of d20s. You'll need to manually edit in an appropriate FOCUS to the Roll Reason.
Extra Dice to Use:
| Combo | Roll |
| DUTY () BATTLE () | d20 |
| DUTY () COMMUNICATE() | d20 |
| DUTY () DISCIPLINE () | d20 |
| DUTY () MOVE () | d20 |
| DUTY () UNDERSTAND () | d20 |
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| FAITH () BATTLE () | d20 |
| FAITH () COMMUNICATE() | d20 |
| FAITH () DISCIPLINE () | d20 |
| FAITH () MOVE () | d20 |
| FAITH () UNDERSTAND () | d20 |
| Combo | Roll |
| JUSTICE () BATTLE () | d20 |
| JUSTICE () COMMUNICATE() | d20 |
| JUSTICE () DISCIPLINE () | d20 |
| JUSTICE () MOVE () | d20 |
| JUSTICE () UNDERSTAND () | d20 |
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| POWER () BATTLE () | d20 |
| POWER () COMMUNICATE() | d20 |
| POWER () DISCIPLINE () | d20 |
| POWER () MOVE () | d20 |
| POWER () UNDERSTAND () | d20 |
| Combo | Roll |
| TRUTH () BATTLE () | d20 |
| TRUTH () COMMUNICATE() | d20 |
| TRUTH () DISCIPLINE () | d20 |
| TRUTH () MOVE () | d20 |
| TRUTH () UNDERSTAND () | d20 |
[ +- ] Rules Overview
Dec 10, 2023 4:58 pm
Playing off of what Windyridge and BeardHare wrote...
The ruler has objectives that must be carried out. The Bene Gesserit Advisor has the Mentat come up with a plan that achieves those objectives but within certain parameters. This plan is given to the Swordmaster Apprentice and, assuming he's trusted enough, the Criminal to execute (which I think would be the case if the Criminal has access to the palace). Depending on the plan, the BG Advisor might have to get involved as well. Also, the BG Advisor might be trying to achieve the plans in such a way as to benefit the Bene Gesserit Order as well.
The ruler has objectives that must be carried out. The Bene Gesserit Advisor has the Mentat come up with a plan that achieves those objectives but within certain parameters. This plan is given to the Swordmaster Apprentice and, assuming he's trusted enough, the Criminal to execute (which I think would be the case if the Criminal has access to the palace). Depending on the plan, the BG Advisor might have to get involved as well. Also, the BG Advisor might be trying to achieve the plans in such a way as to benefit the Bene Gesserit Order as well.
Dec 10, 2023 6:35 pm
At the moment my idea for the BG empath advisor is that the BG want both to spy, and have influence over, as many of the House Minor on Arrakis as possible - given the planets immense importance. Thus, this Sister's mission is to become as trusted as possible by the head of this house, so that she can have as much influence over house policy and actions as possible.
As part of that, she might be aiming to become the consort of the house's heir, or even the current ruler?
As an alternative, the BG may be frustrated by the Harkonnens not taking any BG into their service (if we want that as part of our version of Dune) - BG hope this Sister will help them spy on, maybe build relationships with, the Harkonnens.
She is thus interested in being involved in missions and plans that aim to promote the interests of this House Minor, to raise her in esteem and power within the house.
One possible goal is for her to rise to the kind of position that Gaius Helen Mohiam has with the Emperor, but within this House Minor - not a full Truthsayer, but still an excellent judge of motive and intention, and thus very useful still for the ruler of the house.
As part of that, she might be aiming to become the consort of the house's heir, or even the current ruler?
As an alternative, the BG may be frustrated by the Harkonnens not taking any BG into their service (if we want that as part of our version of Dune) - BG hope this Sister will help them spy on, maybe build relationships with, the Harkonnens.
She is thus interested in being involved in missions and plans that aim to promote the interests of this House Minor, to raise her in esteem and power within the house.
One possible goal is for her to rise to the kind of position that Gaius Helen Mohiam has with the Emperor, but within this House Minor - not a full Truthsayer, but still an excellent judge of motive and intention, and thus very useful still for the ruler of the house.
Dec 10, 2023 6:38 pm
For me, that fits in with the schema described by @ForeverDED - the Sister indeed getting involved in initiating and planning the actions of the agents, and especially if they involve social interactions also getting involved in fulfilling the plans. And, yes, working to try and make the actions of the house align with the motives of the BG.
Dec 11, 2023 7:08 am
I have submitted my nearly-completed character sheet. His highest-ranked drives are Truth followed by Duty. Understand is his highest skill, followed by Battle and Discipline.
The idea of a more battle-oriented mentat has me intrigued, so that's the direction I went.
I see him as being a brilliant strategist and studier of melee combat. Employing his skills as a mentat, he uses predictability to gauge his opponents and deliver his attacks at the right moments.
I have given him the Strategy and Long Blades focuses, as well as the Master-at-Arms talent. To what extent he fills a role within the House Minor, we can work that out. These could be hobbies, while he mainly works as a strategist and mentat for the Ruler, or he could have some more formal role in combat training as well. I don't see him as being the main swordmaster for the House, but maybe a supporting role there.
The idea of a more battle-oriented mentat has me intrigued, so that's the direction I went.
I see him as being a brilliant strategist and studier of melee combat. Employing his skills as a mentat, he uses predictability to gauge his opponents and deliver his attacks at the right moments.
I have given him the Strategy and Long Blades focuses, as well as the Master-at-Arms talent. To what extent he fills a role within the House Minor, we can work that out. These could be hobbies, while he mainly works as a strategist and mentat for the Ruler, or he could have some more formal role in combat training as well. I don't see him as being the main swordmaster for the House, but maybe a supporting role there.
Dec 11, 2023 7:36 am
@C1NDER I like that, with you playing a mentat who fights well, it's easy to imagine running teams including all four of us.
I'll wait a day or two to hear any preferences/thoughts on the drives/motives for the Sister - then I'll go ahead and put together a character sheet.
I'll wait a day or two to hear any preferences/thoughts on the drives/motives for the Sister - then I'll go ahead and put together a character sheet.
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Dec 12, 2023 1:23 am
How are we doing? If anyone is unsure of what to do for their character backstories, we can do a few short one on one scenes and draw you in.
Dec 12, 2023 2:38 am
Rook's highest drives are power, faith, and truth. His focuses are dirty fighting, intimidation, stealth and danger sense. He is decisive and adept at close combat.
Backstory stuff: He has spied for House Heslin on numerous occasions and has made a secret name for himself for being dependably discreet and very capable. He rarely rests, is always plotting and scheming, always on the lookout for opportunities. Not satisfied with being a mere thief or petty criminal, his ambition is to rule the underworld in Carthag one day and when he's not doing someone else's dirty work he seeks out those opportunities.
My character is submitted and complete other than needing an avatar which I am actively seeking.
Backstory stuff: He has spied for House Heslin on numerous occasions and has made a secret name for himself for being dependably discreet and very capable. He rarely rests, is always plotting and scheming, always on the lookout for opportunities. Not satisfied with being a mere thief or petty criminal, his ambition is to rule the underworld in Carthag one day and when he's not doing someone else's dirty work he seeks out those opportunities.
My character is submitted and complete other than needing an avatar which I am actively seeking.
Dec 12, 2023 3:38 am
I just went with the Marcus Syn pregen and copied his stats into a character sheet. The published background is all House Atreides however, so I've changed it as follows. Let me know if it doesn't work.
Marcus joined House Heslin as a soldier, hoping to find excitement and adventure. But his skill with a blade singled him out for attention from the House Swordmaster, a title Marcus hopes to earn someday. He was taken on as an apprentice and has learned more about the ways of the blade than he ever thought possible. This is his first opportunity to test his skills in the field.
His talents are Bold (Battle), Deliberate Motion, and Make Haste.
His foci are Stealth, Precision, Dueling, and Strategy.
Would it help to make the character public, or should we not know what each other's attributes are?
Marcus joined House Heslin as a soldier, hoping to find excitement and adventure. But his skill with a blade singled him out for attention from the House Swordmaster, a title Marcus hopes to earn someday. He was taken on as an apprentice and has learned more about the ways of the blade than he ever thought possible. This is his first opportunity to test his skills in the field.
His talents are Bold (Battle), Deliberate Motion, and Make Haste.
His foci are Stealth, Precision, Dueling, and Strategy.
Would it help to make the character public, or should we not know what each other's attributes are?
Dec 12, 2023 3:46 am
ForeverDED says:
Would it help to make the character public, or should we not know what each other's attributes are?
[note="Qralloq"]Fear is NOT the mind killer.[/note]Dec 12, 2023 4:11 am
Hural Osaf, mentat, has served with the House Minor for a long time. Let's put him as being middle-aged. How old is our Ruler? Hural may have even began serving when the father was in charge.
Dec 12, 2023 4:43 am
There was a question about building the House together. (There is a procedure for that in the book.) If you want, we can do that quickly with polls.
For House Heslin, we should: Multi Public
Generate it together
Have the GM generate it with care and forethought
Have the GM random it up
Dec 12, 2023 8:25 pm
Working on my Character this evening - hope to upload it to a GP Character Sheet tomorrow or the day after.
Dec 13, 2023 3:10 am
First poll. I arbitrarily selected Minor House for House Heslin.
NASCENT HOUSE
The House has only just acquired Minor House status. They might have distinguished themselves in battle or at court, or perhaps developed a device or skill that might prove extremely valuable. At this point the House is only a noble family with a small retinue and a little land granted to them by their patron House Major, who controls the planet they reside on. However, as new arrivals to the Imperial stage they have no real enemies and little to lose. With time, they might rise to control their home planet, and perhaps even beyond.
HOUSE MINOR
The House is an established House Minor, one of the most important of the vassal Houses that serve the same House Major. The House has a strong tradition or dedication and service to their patron, but has not established itself far beyond their home planet. Their holdings will cover around a third of their world or might be set upon a moon controlled by their House Major. However, they must constantly jockey for power among the other Minor Houses that also serve their House Major, rivals for its favor.
HOUSE MAJOR
The House is the ruling power of an entire planet. Several Minor Houses serve its interests and it is a serious contender in the politics of the Imperium. The House has several agents and soldiers at its command and is a leading force in at least one area of commerce. Unfortunately, this sort of power does not come without making enemies. Spies and assassins are everywhere and there are many rival Houses, Great and Minor, that covet the power and resources this House possesses.
STARTING DOMAINS
Depending on its type, each House begins with one or more domains:
@ Nascent House: 1 secondary domain
@ House Minor: 1 primary domain and 1 secondary domain
@ House Major: 1 primary domain and 2 secondary domains
NASCENT HOUSE
The House has only just acquired Minor House status. They might have distinguished themselves in battle or at court, or perhaps developed a device or skill that might prove extremely valuable. At this point the House is only a noble family with a small retinue and a little land granted to them by their patron House Major, who controls the planet they reside on. However, as new arrivals to the Imperial stage they have no real enemies and little to lose. With time, they might rise to control their home planet, and perhaps even beyond.
HOUSE MINOR
The House is an established House Minor, one of the most important of the vassal Houses that serve the same House Major. The House has a strong tradition or dedication and service to their patron, but has not established itself far beyond their home planet. Their holdings will cover around a third of their world or might be set upon a moon controlled by their House Major. However, they must constantly jockey for power among the other Minor Houses that also serve their House Major, rivals for its favor.
HOUSE MAJOR
The House is the ruling power of an entire planet. Several Minor Houses serve its interests and it is a serious contender in the politics of the Imperium. The House has several agents and soldiers at its command and is a leading force in at least one area of commerce. Unfortunately, this sort of power does not come without making enemies. Spies and assassins are everywhere and there are many rival Houses, Great and Minor, that covet the power and resources this House possesses.
STARTING DOMAINS
Depending on its type, each House begins with one or more domains:
@ Nascent House: 1 secondary domain
@ House Minor: 1 primary domain and 1 secondary domain
@ House Major: 1 primary domain and 2 secondary domains
What house size? Public
Nascent
Minor
Major
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