Learning 4th Edition

[MindForge]

Well, I have decided to run a game for beginners to the 4th edition system. The only condition is that you own a copy of the Player's Guide. I would really like to show new people to the game but you gotta at least have that. It is essential. If you want to learn about the game you can just probably watch the game thread and learn a lot.

[Barrok]

When you have enough MF let me know the forums you need and I will bang them up on the board as soon as possible.

[TiFFman]

Oops, I had posted in the other thread before I saw this one. I'm up for it :P

[MindForge]

I might run with just a couple players and just add them. This won't really be an adventure per say just a series of rules events in and out of combat.

[dragonfire]

I just read through the phb and I have to say, im abit lost. I cant figure out the crit system on pg 217, 276, 278. I also got to say im not to happy with the new alignment setup. I liked being chaotic good. But hey I will join in and give it a try. Let me know when your going to start.

[MindForge]

A crit just maximizes damage, instead of doubling, but you are most likely going to crit using an ability and be dealing more than normal damage.

Magic weapons also deal extra damage on a crit sometimes.

Good is the new Chaotic good. They just combined neutral and chaotic good. They were basically the same thing.

Evil is the new neutral and lawful evil. Chaotic evil is the real mean ones.

Neutral is now unaligned.

I like it.

But this is for a game request for players, not a place to get into the rules. Open a new forum for rules stuff if you want ;)

[xaotik1]

Beam me up, Scotty. . .er..sign me up that is. Thinking of trying out the rogue on this run, if you don't mind.

[Rach Darastrix]

I'd be interested in joining. I still need to pick up the PHB, but if we have an estimated start time that'd be cool to know so that I know how long I have to get it.

[RafeIxeian]

I, of course, am very interested.

[MindForge]

I don't care what people run, at all. I am most likely just going to create a few encounters that end up getting harder and harder with little or very cliche story. Something, I don't really have to spend time on as I am in the middle of planning for a 10-level+ adventure chain for my home campaign.

The books come out tomorrow at your local stores. They might sell out but WotC sent the books back to the printer already so there should be enough. LOL, I sound like a WotC salesman.

If you have the books, we can get the game rolling probably by Sunday night. Also, do not be a party pooper if I kill you because I am most apt to do so in a game like this. I will work up to show how effective party dynamics are and then I will kill you using team tactics with your enemies at your level (or at least I will try).

[MindForge]

By the way, people can join up as they make characters and I will begin a rotation when people die. With a one day break between total party kills.

[TiFFman]

Since were mainly bashing on the rules, if their isn't someone else hopping into the fight, would we be able to whip up a new char?

Also, you had mentioned in another forum about creating the characters together since it's more of a group fighting in 4e. Are we going to be creating the characters in the chat or on our own?

[MindForge]

I'll probably have a sub-forum to knock around the team building ideas.

[MindForge]

So who has a character ready? We need 4 and then start up a line. I am going to run a gauntlet here - we will keep points...

Who is ready to die in the Gauntlet of the Mindforge?

[MindForge]

Ok. Here is the deal on this game. It will be called "The Gauntlet of Mindforge". I have decided to take this one for a test drive. It will feature contain encounters only. There will be some roleplaying - but even these will be skill challenges within encounters.

This might be difficult to do but we will pilot it and perhaps when the game table comes up I will continue it there.

Ok. Here are character creation rules:

1. You must use method 1: the Array to create your character. All other characters will be denied. This is to make it easy on me.

2. Double check your math.

3. Every 2 encounters - you level up.

4. You will die. The idea is for me to kill you. This is my gauntlet. Do not get butt hurt if your blood spills. As I increase your level, the game gets harder.

5. Use teamwork as soon as possible. Each game will have a thread to talk in about your characters and to think of possible combinations to use against me. I will use monsters out of the book and templates out of the book. No special builds for me. But I promise you I will use creatures and tactics that work well together. I try and purposely combine creatures that will destroy your team.

6. If two of your team are dead at the end of a round - your game is over and you can join the waiting list. If there is no waiting list... make a new 1st level character.

7. There will be no exceptions. Also, no one can have a cat (we had a problem with this). Also, you will be wearing armor - you will not have to spend 6 minutes to put it on with assistance (we had an issue with this once too).

8. You must post your action as soon as possible, if not I will use an at-will power that I think it appropriate. When your turn starts you get 24 hours to post. Do not post in the game forum unless it is your turn. Post in the OOC forum.



Submit your character in the following format (or get rejected :o)

Character Name
Race Class and Level
Size
Initiative +X Senses Perception +X; list special senses
HP XX; Bloodied XX
AC XX; Fortitude XX, Reflex XX, Will XX; list special condition bonuses
Speed X

Racial Abilities


list in bullet point

Class Features


list in bullet point

At-will Abilities


List in Bullet Point

Encounter Abilities


List in bullet point

Daily Abilities


List in bullet point

Alignment list alignment Languages List languages
Skills list skills with full bonus
Str XX (+X) Dex XX (+X) Wis XX (+X)
Con XX (+X) Int XX (+X) Cha XX (+X)
Equipment list all equipment here

All you need to do is copy and paste this into a post here at Barrok's Tower and it should drop it right in nice'n'easy.

[RafeIxeian]

I'm curious about the issue with the cat....

Also, I'm writing up the character right now.

[TiFFman]

I'm hoping to receive my books tomorrow. (Shipped today with estimated delivery date of tomorrow.)

I'll throw together a character tomorrow.

[RafeIxeian]

Alright - who's going to do what? We're clearly going to need a good team, so I think it would be good if we discussed at the minimum who takes what class to start. Personally I'm leaning towards a Warlock right now, with Fighter being my second choice.

[MindForge]

Also, remember that it is first come first serve on the four slots for the game. If two die it is over, three can attempt to continue to see how far they can get.

Also, I wanted to let people know that the daily powers do not recharge until after a boss fight (every five encounters). So, encounter 5 is a boss fight. After that fight characters get their extended rest to go for 5 more. Characters do not get an extended rest between but may take a short rest between each encounter.

[Rach Darastrix]

Not sure if this is where you want the characters posted, but here's a warlord for you, Mindforge. Also I will ad the power descriptions if you need me to do so.

"By the might of Bahamut, you shall know justice!"
Character Name- Kava
Dragonborn Warlord 1
Medium
Initiative +2 Senses Perception +11; Low-light vision
HP 28; Bloodied 14
AC 16; Fortitude 14, Reflex 11, Will 13
Speed 5

Racial Abilities


Dragonborn Fury: When bloodied, gain +1 racial bonus to attack rolls
Draconic Heritage: healing surge value equal to 1/4 max HP + con mod
Dragon breath: Use dragon breath as encounter power

Class Features


Combat Leader
Commanding Presence
Inspiring word

At-will Abilities


Furious Smash
Wolf Pack Tactics

Encounter Abilities


Warlord's Favor

Daily Abilities


Bastion of Defense

Alignment Good Languages Common, Dragonic
Skills: Acrobatics: -1, Arcana +1, Athletics +7, Diplomacy +7, Dungeoneering +0, Endurance +2, Heal +0, History +8, Insight +0, Intimidate +9, Nature +0, Perception +1, Religion +1, Stealth -1, Streetwise +2, Thievery -1
Str 16 (+3) Dex 10 (+0) Wis 11 (+0)
Con 16 (+3) Int 12(+1) Cha 15 (+2)
Equipment Chainmail, Greataxe, Sling, Standard Adventurer's Kit, Climber's Kit, Sling Ammo (40)

[MindForge]

No descriptions are not needed.. just the breakdown of whatcha got.

So that is one slot filled. I am just waiting for the boards for this one and we will get the game going.

[RafeIxeian]

I think I put everything.

Character Name
Tiefling Warlock Lvl 1
Medium
Initiative +2 Senses Perception +1; Insight +6; Low-Light Vision
HP 28; Bloodied 14; Healing Surges 9
AC 14; Fortitude 13, Reflex 13, Will 13;
Speed 6

Racial Abilities


Infernal Wrath (listed in encounter abilities)
Fire Resistance 5 + 1/2 level
Low-Light Vision
Bloodhunt (+1 to attack against bloodied foes)
+2 Bluff, +2 Stealth
+2 Int, +2 Cha

Class Features


Eldritch Blast
Eldritch Pact (Infernal) - grants hellish rebuke (at-will), and Dark one's blessing (when enemy under Warlock's Curse falls, gain temporary hp equal to your level)
Prime Shot - gain +1 to ranged attacks, if no ally is closer to the target than I am
Shadow Walk - If you move at least 3 squares from where you started, gain concealment until end of next turn
Warlock's Curse - Minor action, once per turn - Put curse on closest enemy that I can see. Once per round, deal extra damage when attacking this target (1d6) (decide after making damage roll). Lasts until end of encounter, or target reaches 0 health. Multiple cursed enemies are allowed.

All abilities have target=one creature, unless otherwise specified
At-will Abilities


Eldritch Blast -arcane, implement - standard - ranged 10 - Con vs Reflex - 1d10+Con - usable as ranged basic
Hellish Rebuke - arcane, fire, implement - standard - ranged 10 - Con vs Reflex - 1d6+Con fire damage. If you take
damage before the end of your next turn, the target takes
an extra 1d6+Con fire damage

Encounter Abilities


Infernal Wrath (racial) - minor - target = personal - gain +1 to next attack roll against an enemy that has attacked me since my previous turn; on hit, add charisma to damage
Diabolic Grasp - arcane, implement - standard - target = large or smaller - ranged 10 - Con vs Fort - 2d8+Con damage, and slide Int(1)+1 = 2 tiles

Daily Abilities


Flames of Phlegethos - arcane, fire, implement - standard - ranged 10 - Con vs Reflex - 3d10+Con Fire damage; + ongoing 5 fire damage (save ends)

Feats


Hellfire Blood - +1 to hit and damage for powers with fire or fear keyword


Alignment
(I don't believe in alignment....) Description of viewpoints: Is willing to accept wrong, as long as it does not harm him or his. In fact, he finds that sometimes corruption in others can make his life easier. Even so, once his loyalty and trust is truly gained (not always easy), it's quite solid. He will not betray those close to him without good cause. He views his companions as part of 'him or his' (above). He avoids giving his word on anything, since he prefers not to break promises once they're made. To those who have not earned his trust, he is rough and heartless, and will not hesitate to act against them if he feels it is best for himself. He loves to show off his strengths, but tries to keep a trick or two in reserve - make sure the enemy knows you have power, but avoid letting on just ho much. In the same vein, he likes to be in control. He's a manipulator and strategist. He doesn't like taking orders, especially without an explanation. Pick what you think fits this.

Languages Common, Draconic (Dragonborn were a major enemy once, so this would make sense)
Skills
Arcana +6
Bluff +9
Insight +6
Intimidate +7
Stealth (untrained) +4

Str 10 (+0) Dex 14 (+2) Wis 13 (+1)
Con 16 (+3) Int 13 (+1) Cha 14 (+2)

Equipment
Adventurer's Kit
extra waterskin
Flask (empty) x2
Climber's Kit
Chain (10 ft)
Leather Armor
Dagger
Torch x2
Rod (but he doesn't use it)
Sickle
extra pouches x3
8gp;6sp;14cp

ENDNOTE: First two party members are a Dragonborn and a Tiefling....interesting.

I did notice the health seemed a bit low. Thanks, Mindforge.

[MindForge]

Raf -

check your hp, it is +Con not +Con modifier.
You fit unaligned to a T.

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Ok. That is two slots filled. Two more left and keep going because who knows how long they will live.

Two more slots remain.

[xaotik1]

http://www.thetangledweb.net/forums/profiler/view_char.php?cid=13624

It's all on the sheet hosted there. It's still a beta, so the inventory like to disappear occasionally, so I typed it into the bottom of the sheet.

[MindForge]

Here is some quick teaser text.

You are conscripted by a wealthy merchant – Baron Kraggen - to escort him into hostile territory in order to negotiate a trade treaty. Along the voyage, you discover this mission is more than just to set up trade relations – it is for him to give away trade and military secrets to the monstrous kingdoms of the northeast. He has turned traitor to the large diverse kingdom you all call home.

Upset, you and your friends try to commandeer the boat and are captured and thrown in a cell. The ship is assailed by a massive storm a few days after your imprisonment and the ship is forced onto a beach.

You are escorted onto the beach and learn that the man has left on foot to deliver the precious secrets of your home kingdom. If this information falls into the wrong hands you might see your people enslaved by the mighty armies of these inhuman creatures.

In the night, you manage to free yourselves and gather your belongings. After overhearing the crew speak of the merchant and his plans to deliver the plans to the dragon master of Magakora – you make your way swiftly into the trees following his trail as best you can.

There are two slots left for the first game. I want people to form a waiting list if we get more and we can see who can make it through this gauntlet of encounters.

[TiFFman]

I have received my books. When I get off work and get home I'll put together a char and post.