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[foproy]

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Alden Smith
stern, fighter
priest
str: 16, dex: 12, con: 12, int:10, wis: 15, cha: 14
bab: 0
fort 1, reflex 1, will 4
initiative 2
defense 12
skills total/ranks/mod/misc
athletics: 7=4+3
crafting 4=4+0
intimidate 6=4+2
medicine 4=4+0
notice 6=4+2
resolve 5=4+1
focuses
craft metal working wood working.

abilities
origin
grueling combatant, stern
light sleeper, stern
no pain, stern
unbreakable, stern
armor basics, figher
attribute training, fighter
extra proficiency fighter
class
devout, priest
acolyte, priest
feat
angelic heritage
proficiency
blunt
edged(forte)
bows
tricks
shove
warding strike
triumphant swing
shield block
gear
weapons
longsword  +4 1d12+5
second hand longsword +4 1d12+4 01-2 threat
shield, metal +3 1d4+5
 armor
second hand chainmail dr3 dp -1 acp-2

[Catodon]

Haldor,
You could pick up language giant with that extra interest indicating a link between Haldar and Weoxgyld. Perhaps the longships of your clan sometimes trade with the elusive Jotunkind?
Cha 8, sounds right for the personality you describe. Just let somone else do the talking (this is why we hang out in a party). Unless you want to get in trouble cos' it's fun to roleplay.

[paddyfool]

@Foproy,

I don't know about Alden's previous attributes, but I'm afraid the revised numbers are themselves a little off.

After reversing the +2 Str -2 Con for Stern, and the +1 Con for Fighter, the stats and their costs would be as follows:

str: 14 ( 8 points )
dex: 12 ( 4 )
con: 14 ( 8 )
int:10 ( 2 )
wis: 14 ( 8 )
cha: 14 ( 8 )

Points total: 38 (2 over)

Maybe take 1 less Con?

[foproy]

one less cha, angelic heritage gives him a +1 oops, i need to make it 13 cha 15 wis.
edit: fixed again.

[ArawnNox]

one less cha, angelic heritage gives him a +1 oops, i need to make it 13 cha 15 wis.
edit: fixed again.

I'm still coming up with 39 when I do the math. Angelic Heritage gives a +1 to the Higher of Wis or Cha.

[paddyfool]

Workings:

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str: 16-2=14 (8 points)
dex: 12 (4 points)
con: 13+2-1=14 (8 points)
int:10 (2 points)
wis: 15-1=14 (8 points
cha: 13 (6 points)

Yep, that adds up.  But you'd probably do better to take the point off Con rather than Cha before adjusting.  This would leave you with the following:

Str 16; Dex 12; Con 12; Int 10; Wis 15; Cha 14

[foproy]

that would work better.

[paddyfool]

You're welcome!  (Pro-am statistician to the rescue!)

[Krensky]

Cha 8, sounds right for the personality you describe. Just let somone else do the talking (this is why we hang out in a party). Unless you want to get in trouble cos' it's fun to roleplay.

As pointed out. an 8 Cha is a penalty.

It is below average. Not below average for a PC (that's anything below 13), but below average for a NPC. It's below average enough for people to notice that he's uncharismatic.

He doesn't get to hide behind others and let them handle the talky talky so he can focus on the shamsy smashy.

I will make it a penalty. It will come into play. He has picked a stat that says 'I can barely interact with others and am barely tolerated in society'.

10 is average human. 12 is great. 14 is exceptional 16 is world class. 18 is amongst the best, ever. 20 is preternatural. 8 is just plain bad. It isn't a gruff introvert, it's 'that guy smells and can't talk to girls without looking up from his shoes or their chest.'

If that's what he want, fine. But it will come up. The team helps you cover your weaknesses. It doesn't eliminate them. It doesn't let you dodge a penalty you choose.

[ArawnNox]

Speaking of, how close to being ready to start are we? I'm getting anxious. ^_^

[Catodon]

Speaking of, how close to being ready to start are we? I'm getting anxious. ^_^

So, what will be the title of the 'in character' thread. Also should we change the title of this one it's kinda missleading for others out there in internet land.

[foproy]

one less cha, angelic heritage gives him a +1 oops, i need to make it 13 cha 15 wis.
edit: fixed again.

I'm still coming up with 39 when I do the math. Angelic Heritage gives a +1 to the Higher of Wis or Cha.

his stats right now are
str 14 +2 (stern)=16
dex 12
con 13-2 stern +1 fighter=12
int 10
wis 14+1 heritage feat=15
cha 14
which is
8+4+6+2+8+8=36

[vardeman]

OK, made some modifications.  How's this look?

Also, if I take Lancer instead of Soldier, does the mount actually have to be a mount?  And does it count towards the prereq for Beastmaster?

Character draft:


Haldar Thorson
Savage Barbarian Soldier 1
Str 15 Dex 14 Con 14 Int 12 Wis 12 Cha 10
Feats: Great Fortitude, Rage Basics, Spear Basics, Prodigal Skill: Sneak

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Class:
(O)Acrobatics (Dex) 4 [2 rank + 2 Dex]
Athletics (Str) 4 [2 ranks + 2 Str]
Crafting (Int) 1 [0 ranks + 1 Int]
Intimidate (Wis) 5 [2 ranks + 1 Wis + 2 Rage Basics]
Notice (Wis) 4 [1 rank + 1 Wis]
Resolve (Con) 2 [0 ranks + 2 Con]
(O)Ride (Dex) 6 [4 ranks + 2 Dex]
Search (Int) 1 [0 ranks + 1 Int]
(P)Sneak (Dex) 6 [4 rank + 2 Dex]
(E)Survival (Wis) 5 [4 ranks + 1 Wis]
Tactics (Int) 1 [0 ranks + 1 Int]

Non-class:
Blend (Cha) +0
Bluff (Cha) +0
Disguise (Cha) +0
Haggle (Wis) +1
Impress (Cha) +0
Investigate (Wis) +1
Medicine (Int) +1
Prestidigitation (Dex) +2
Sense Motive (Wis) +1

Focuses: Ride (Land Animals)

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BAB +1, Fort +1, Refl +0, Will +2, Def +1, Init+1
Proficiences (6): Edged (forte), Hurled (forte), Blunt, Unarmed
Speed 50'
Attacks:
Boar Spear +4 (+2 Str, +1 BAB, +1 forte) 1d8+2 lethal damage, T 19-20, bleed
Javelin +4 (+2 Dex, +1 BAB, +1 forte) 1d8+2 lethal damage, T 19-20
Saves Fort +6, Refl +2, Will +3
Def 13, Init +3 Vitality 15, Wounds 17, DR 2 (Partial Studded Leather)

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Lifestyle 0
0 Prudence (15%)
0 Panache
Legend 1
Reputation 10
Interests: Language: Ulfen, Study: Ulfen Culture, Language: Common, Language: Giant

Gear:
Boar Spear 40s
Javelins (3) 12s
Studded Leather (partial) 40s
Coin in Hand 8s

Talent Abilities:
SAVAGE
You’re untamed, born and bred far outside civilization.
• Attributes: +2 Strength, –2 Intelligence
• Base Speed: 40 ft.
• Enlightened Survival: Your maximum Survival rank increases
to your Career Level + 5. Only the highest bonus from any
single enlightened ability may apply to each skill.
• Great Fortitude: You gain the Great Fortitude feat (see page
86).
• Lean Season: You require only 1 common meal per day.

Specialty Abilities:
BARBARIAN
You’re a savage warrior, driven by sheer fury.
• Bonus Feat: Rage Basics
• Fast: Your Speed increases by 10 ft.
• Tenacious Spirit: You gain 1 additional vitality per level.
• Trap Sense: You may roll twice when making Reflex saves
prompted by security devices and traps, keeping the result
you prefer.

CORE ABILITY
Accurate: Each time you spend 1 action die to boost an attack
check, you roll and add the results of 2 dice.
CLASS ABILITIES
Fight On: You gain 1 additional Basic, Melee, Ranged, or Unarmed Combat feat or 2 additional proficiencies.

Haldar  is an Ulfen follower of Torag wandering the lands of Varisia in search of fame and fortune.

If someone would be kind enough to check this over and make suggestions, I'd be grateful.

V

[ArawnNox]

OK, made some modifications.  How's this look?

Also, if I take Lancer instead of Soldier, does the mount actually have to be a mount?  And does it count towards the prereq for Beastmaster?

I don't see why it wouldn't, but then, if you don't plan on riding it, then you wouldn't get much use out of Bread for War, Master Rider, and only half the benefit of Born in the Saddle. However, most of the other abilities aren't dependent on the use of a mount. What kind of concept are you working on for your character?

[vardeman]

I can still use the Intimidate half of Born in the Saddle.  I don't plan on taking enough levels for Bred for War or Master Rider anyway (3rd level max).  I'm thinking on becoming a Beastmaster and, since I can move as fast as any mount, I wouldn't need to ride.  If I start with Lancer, I wouldn't have to spend a feat to gain a third origin skill and could use it for something else, another animal companion even (and that would make the 2nd question moot).

V